The Start of the New Year is one of the most high-pressured time of the year: You know it's coming for, well...a year, and you're supposed to make a conscious effort to improve your current
la vie for the better. But when you find yourself scared, discouraged or just utterly confused on achieving said goals —you might end up scraping your resolutions until unfortunately —
next year. Mon petites don't let a bit of trepidation block you from realizing your full potential! With all this talk of resolutions I will share with you one of mine -
to always be camera ready everyday! It was inspired by a recent
Mally Roncal Ustream episode where
Mally along with her MB superteam, mallynistas and yours truly shared our New Year's resolutions. The resolutions varied from dream vacations, being true to one's self and false eyelashes so while I have a plethora of goals on my New Year's Resolution To Do List - achieving a no nonsense signature look will be my first one to tackle. Here's how I plan to make 2012 #GORGOIS
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| Photo: Alessandro Garofalo / GoRunway.com |
My inspiration:
Jean Paul Gaultier's Spring 2012 RTW collection - the fifties's inspired looked really resonated with me as did the red lips. The models' faces were flawless , amazing lashes, spectacular skin and out of this world lips - why shouldn't I look like this in some varied form everyday?
Mon petites, with everything in life it's always best to
prep for success and when it comes to beauty that notion is key! From hydrating your body,mind & soul with ~H2O+ and a healthy diet (cheetos won't give you a glowing complexion) to following a daily beauty regime will ensure your pores stay intact, your eyes are not puffy with water retention and your lashes are luscious. Here are some of the products we pledge our allegiance to:
P4S Item:
ORIGINS Make A Difference™
Why we love it: A beauty staple for sleep-starved fashionistas and frazzled behind-the-scenes types,
ORIGINS Make A Difference™ refreshes and brightens in seconds.
Daily Prep: Use twice daily —trust us smoother skin is imminent.
Price: $38.50
Shop List:
www.origins.com
P4S Item:
BIOELEMENTS Multi-Task Eye Oil
Why we love it: The elastin-building peptides and plant extracts in
BIOELEMENTS Multi-Task Eye Oil make the puffiness, bags and crows feet a thing of the past .
Daily Prep: I love using this
cooling rollerball at night. It feels like it's just been pulled from the freezer - love!
Price:$36
Shop List:
www.bioelements.com
Why we love it: Haven't you heard?
Nonprescription lash enhancers are an absolute must for your lashes (and brows too!) - polypeptides, proteins, vitamins, and moisturizers sums up this magic
elixir that will have your lashes healthier, thicker & appearing fuller ... to epic heights!
Daily Prep: Use twice daily before applying your make up and at night right before bed. It's an investment that pays for itself!
Price: $49.95
Why we love it: This lightweight
Happy Balm, which has a subtle sweet scent, has an incredibly
smooth formula and is packaged to look like an adorable bff - you will be a bon vivant with this balm! It makes lips look luscious by hydrating them and leaving behind a healthy sheen. When worn under lipstick, it also helps color stay put, no peeling skin and reduces feathering.
Daily Prep: Use it whenever, wherever! I like to dab some on before I do my face so it gives my lips the extra TLC it needs before applying my gloss or lipstick for the day. It glides on smoothly, and quickly softens and soothes chapped lips. It wears insanely well; you can go hours without reapplying.
Price: $6.50
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| Photo: Luca Cannonieri / GoRunway.com |
The magic is in the make up ... tools! The right brush doesn't just make it easier to apply makeup; it can also enables you to be more precise insuring you are camera ready!
Having the right set of brushes is detrimental to a great makeup application—or mediocre one. While it is always best to invest in an amazing set there's nothing wrong about a wallet friendly set of brushes that not only save you a few coins but space in your cosmetics bag too.
Artist Tools by
Japonesque ($4.99 - $12.99) the interchangeable set of brushes works with both liquids and powders. The versatile brush set can be used to apply make up on evenly. Its angled bristles enable you to reach every nook of the face, and the sleek handle makes it easy to stash in any makeup bag (added bonus!). What I adore about the set is that while there are a few days I may leave without a face on (gasped) - this compact set works wonder when I have to do a five minute face in the cab (don't judge me).
LPB Tip: Keep it clean boo! Once a month, mix warm water with a little soap and swish the head of the brush around in it. For synthetics like the Artist Tools, simple dish soap will work (we like using a gentle shampoo). Once they're clean, rinse them well and blot with paper towels, then lay them flat until they dry completely. Don't stand them up in a cup to dry—gravity will go to work on the wet hairs and pull them out of shape like our waist lines we don't want our brushes out of shape!
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| Photo: Luca Cannonieri / GoRunway.com |
How flawless is Jourdan Dunn's complexion? While we all can't have a team of beauty Gods beating our faces we can still look like it!
When I think about the trifecta of foundation + concealer + blush (sometimes bronzer too - that's another post kids) I aim to achieve a finish that gives my skin a dewy, diffused natural glow, while evening out tone and hiding imperfections with the blush instantly brightening my skin. Here's my trifecta to a perfect face:
Concealer :
Mally 24/7 Concealer
Major FACE Factor:
Mally & Co. were on to something when the brand named the product 24/7 Concealer - the product disguises flaws and illuminates with a natural-looking finish and does not perform a 'disappearing act' - it is the ultimate coverage that lasts the test of time.
Price: $35
Major FACE Factor: The multifaceted
cream foundation looks great all over the face or just on patches and spots that need coverage . The foundation feels light and can it be possible to be in love with the
Japanese foam applicator? My only wish if it came in darker shades but crossing fingers it will very very soon -
Price: $40
Major FACE Factor:
Blush is so often overlooked— for some it doesn't have quite the sex appeal of a red lipstick or smoky eye. But once you find the right shade,mon petites it can be the only thing you put on - trust! In comes
Mally's 24/7 Professional Blush System,this powder compact contains two blendable colors - whether swirled together or worn separately, the lightweight, nongreasy shades always make your skin look like it's glowing. Unlike other brands you don't need to reapply it throughout the day - this bullet proof
blush will have your cheeks radiant from the moment you put it on to the moment you take it off.
Price: $35
*** You have the products now learn the technique : Check Out This Too Haute For TV Tutorial From Mally herself - http://bit.ly/y0N8io ***
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| Photo: Luca Cannonieri / GoRunway.com |
Eyeshadow is a controversial issue - there are smokey eye acolytes, cat eyed devotees (myself included) and those who like to skip this step altogether. For the days I just want a lovely soft lid I will definitely go this route like the make up artists did for the show.
The eyes are pivotal when achieving a head turning look. Here's a few items that will have you turning heads.
EYEcon Status: For us here at La Petite Blog (i.e. - ME) when it comes to brows I like to epitomize that old adage "big is beautiful" (think vintage Brooke Shields, Camilla Belle & 80's supermodels) . While I do have some brow pencils that I absolutely adore the
Brow 'Boostier' Powder is a true contender when it comes to achieving a natural full brow look. This lightweight coverage formula was designed to be smudge-proof and comes with various shades to ensure the perfect brow color.
Price: $20
EYEcon Status: The
angled brush applies on the brow powder to perfection - absolute perfection!
Price: $11
EYEcon Status: This
Mally eye shadow duo is a long-wearing formula gives eyes a smoldering, come-hither look the brightening effect is an added bonus.
Price: $25
EYEcon Status: This jet black volumizing mascara by
d.j.v. beautenizer™ turns lashes into dramatic, exaggerated fringe. This mascara converts even the skinniest lashes into dramatic, exaggerated fringe—thickening, lengthening, and blackening to a hyperbolic degree - it's also gentle on the eyes - an absolute must have!
Price: $24
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| Photo: Luca Cannonieri / GoRunway.com |
Stéphane Marais, the make up artist behind this look wanted to channel
Guy Bourdin images and a certain "Saint Laurent sophistication," Marais applied a precise coat of the bright crimson pigment before swinging it around and dipping into its high-shine clear gloss - I'm obsessed!
Of course to add to my obsession is the bullet proof must have lip products from my beloved beauty Goddess Mally. Not only will you define and enhance your pout the high wattage color will Godsmack all who are lucky enough to glaze their eyes on you.
LIPtastic Must Have:
Mally Lip Fence
LIP Appeal: The wax formula keeps lipsticks of all colors from smudging past the lip line—with no obvious trace.
Price: $12.50
Shop List:
www.mallybeauty.com
LIPtastic Must Have: Mally
The Perfect Red Lip For Everyone 3-piece Lip System
LlP Appeal: Long-lasting, luxurious, moisturizing, opaque and conditioning are but a
few adjectives to describe
The Perfect Red Lip For Everyone 3-piece Lip System. This kit which includes a primer, lip liner & soon to be cult status lip stick demands to be worn both day & night.
Price: $35
LIP Appeal: Unlike other brushes, this super
Lip Brush has a tapered tip that cleanly outlines every curve and arc of the lip, and the uber cute pink casing is petite enough to slip into any clutch.
Price: $15
Want to see my first try at this look ( fyi - I didn't have lashes and my eyes were a bit puffy) -
http://bit.ly/zX4Vvz
Let me know what your new years new you resolutions - cheers to a GORGOIS 2012!
