little blog readers, I can’t tell you how much I adore Tim Burton. In my humble opinion, the man is a genius. For this look I didn’t want to copy something from his movies, but rather be inspired by his art. The common theme I found was his use of stripes and what I would call “curly-Q’s.” I think the most famous curly-Q would be in The Nightmare Before Christmas. And my favorite stripe would have to be from the movie Beetlejuice. The black {Read More}
Out of the Blue
I have no idea where it came from…. I was rooting around in my makeup basket, looking for a new tube of mascara, when I accidentally knocked over an aluminum cup ~ the one holding entirely too many eyeliners. As I was corralling the kohls, I spied a bright stub of a pencil ~ just two-and-a-half inches long. Lost in the mix, hiding in the bottom of the tumbler, I couldn’t be sure how long the product sample had been {Read More}
Jessica Designs ~ The Vamp
Halloween is, by far, my favorite holiday! I love being able to “play dress up” like a kid. But, unlike a kid, I can eat all the candy I want! Bwahahaha! With Halloween right around the corner, I created a design that you could wear to a party and also wear to work the next day. The color combination I chose was red and black. It would go well with a Vampire costume or with your everyday fall outfit. Hope {Read More}
Ask Ellbee ~ Dry Hands
Dear Ellbee, It’s already starting: My hands are so dry they’re cracking open. I go through this every fall and winter. It actually hurts. I try to keep them moisturized with lotion; but it doesn’t seem to matter. Got any fixes? Thanks. Dawn Dear Dawn, I’m so sorry to hear this. I know firsthand how painful cracked hands can be. But I do think I can help. Let’s consider some day-to-day modifications you can implement to improve your general hydration: Drink {Read More}
The Rainbow Connection
Many ladies (and even a few men) are walking around with color in their hair. It may not be natural; but why limit ourselves? There’s a whole rainbow of possibilities out there! Fun, funky colors are, at last, becoming a popular trend. And there are quite a few ways to add some technicolor to your strands, ranging widely in levels of commitment and application time. Here’s how: Spray in Color The technique is kind of messy, offers less precision and {Read More}
Jessica Designs ~ Ladybugs
There’s nothing I love more then smelling a freshly mowed lawn. My allergies may hate it; but I take the good with the bad. The smell reminds you that it is indeed summer. I also love summer bugs: ladybugs, butterflies and fire flies…. Not so much mosquitoes, though. But again, you have to take the good with the bad. This nail design was inspired by nature. I used striping brushes and four different shades of green to create depth of color, and a dotting tool and {Read More}
Because Some Things Bear Repeating:
Every time I witness someone struggling with size acceptance, it hurts my heart a little. It’s especially painful to see a young person living with self hate. So let’s keep this in mind and pass it along: Your size really IS just a number. I’ve never taken issue with which size I buy. If it covers my hiney and looks good, I’m in. There are currently four different sizes hanging from the rack of “the little closet that could.” Though {Read More}
Jessica Designs ~ Hot Summer Nails
Today, nail designs are more prevalent then ever. You see them from the runway to the red carpet; but you don’t have to be a celebrity to enjoy a fun nail design. I made the following nail design to incorporate some of today’s hottest nail trends. This design not only smells amazing (yes, I said “smells” thanks to Revlon’s scented nail polish) but, with the help of a little “mood polish,” it changes colors, too! I hope you enjoy the {Read More}
Ask Ellbee ~ Primers
Dear Ellbee, Do I really need to use primer? Kathy Hi, Kathy. If makeup migration isn’t an issue, you can totally skip the primer. Just be sure to use sunscreen, moisturizer or foundation containing a multi-spectral SPF of at least 30. For those of us in need of a good “base” to keep makeup in place ~ or just wishing to even out skin tone ~ quality primer is a definite “do.” Primer is a simple one-step product with a {Read More}
Leila’s Video Facial
little blog proudly presents SinCity Makeup Artist Leila VonSleichter! Talented, motivated and ambitious, sought-after makeup artist Leila VonSleichter began her beauty career as an Esthetician. While in school, she fell in love with all things Makeup ~ from airbrushing and creating bridal looks to body painting and special effects. After seeing the way women would look in the mirror and smile at their transformation, Leila knew she was in the right field. Leila has collaborated on countless editorials and red {Read More}
