My Favorite Fragrances!

Lolita Lempicka is one of my favorite fragrances to wear.  This parfum is very sensual, with a hint of vanilla.

This fragrance of Vera Wang is one of my favorite's.  I love the way this particular fragrance counteracts with my body chemistry.  When i wear it i feel very feminine and elegant!! LOL!!

Sarah Jessica Parker's Covet is another one of my favorite fragrances.  I was in TJMaxx one day and i saw it and tested it out and liked how it smelled.  And i have been wearing it every since.

These are just a few of my favorite fragrances....try them out....i think you will like them too!!!

In Bloom Smashbox Spring 2011 Collection

Smashbox Cosmetics introduces In Bloom Collection for Spring 2011, a gorgeous collection of soft, wearable shades for easy, feminine spring style. 

In Bloom Eyeshadow Palette & Brush ($48.00)

Spring beauty is in full bloom with this ten shade palette of ultra-luxe shimmers and wearable mattes, arranged vertically in duos for effortless customization. Apply with the included eye shadow brush for a flawless finish. Includes: ballet pink, lavender grey, golden pink, warm taupe, bone, soft violet, marine blue, shimmering copper, moss, nude.

Blushing/Peony Cream Cheek Duo ($26.00)

This duo of creamy, rose shades offers a sheer natural flush to cheeks and lips anytime, anywhere. Wear alone or pair together for a rush of custom color. Apply with fingertips or Smashbox Foundation Brush #13 and blend.

Soft Focus Powder Eye Liner ($22.00)

Available in Heather Grey and Dark Brown. This innovative powder formula creates a soft smoldering look in seconds. Before using, shake well and tap off any excess powder before lining the lashline.

Limitless Long Wear Lip Gloss with SPF 15 ($21.00)

• Timeless
• Endless Kiss

Artificial Light Luminizing Powder ($20.00)

Inspired by top-selling Artificial Light Luminizing Lotion, this soft shimmering powder highlights and brightens for a radiant glow. Apply to inner corners of eyes, down the bridge of nose, above brows and to the tops of cheekbones with the targeted applicator. It can also be mixed with body lotion and applied to arms, legs and décolleté for a subtle shimmer.

Avaliable at Smashbox.com, Sephora, Ulta, Nordstrom, Beauty.com and select Macy’s from 2011

Hello Kitty!

 Hello Kitty is bringing her playful spirit to a new beauty line presented exclusively at Sephora.  This sophisticated collection mixes the essence of Hello Kitty with a touch of style and fun. With charming designs and luxurious formulas infused with ingredients she loves, Hello Kitty Beauty is the ultimate must-have. Hello Kitty. Hello Pretty.   This collection has everything from makeup, fragrance to accessories.  Click the link below to check out the collection http://www.sephora.com/browse/brand_hierarchy.jhtml?brandId=Hello+Kitty&om_mmc=ret-n1-20110126np---enage1-h4p2b-gwp--om-us-hkcollection-he-h-&dicid=447196:18662854034:32254050

NYX Cosmetics HD Studio Photogenic Collection

The NYX Cosmetics HD Studio Photogenic Collection is a new line of professional foundations, powders, blushes and primers from NYX Cosmetics. The unique light-diffusing formulas create a soft-focus effect on the face, making skin appear perfectly smooth. Designed for the high-definition coverage needs of those in the spotlight, the products cover skin imperfections flawlessly while remaining imperceptible on film or video – and in everyday real life.
I really like NYX products and have a lot of NYX products in my makeup kit....so im excited to try their HD line!!!

Go to www.nyxcosmetics.com to learn more about these products. 

photo credit: www.nyxcosmetics.com

Lets Get Naked!!!!

THIS is how Urban Decay does neutral! Far from a group of boring beige shadows, this long, lean, seductive case is packed with TWELVE gorgeous neutrals. Shades range from delicate champagnes to dark, gritty gunmetal, and feature FIVE NEW shades with names like Darkhorse, Virgin and Buck.  Includes a range of textures from glitter to shimmer to matte. This versatile palette can go from office appropriate to a night on the town. The mirrored case also features a new professional-quality, cruelty-free Good Karma Eyeshadow Brush, plus a travel-size Eyeshadow Primer Potion in original formula. 

This set contains:
- 12 x 0.05 oz shadows in: Virgin (nude satin), Sin (champagne shimmer), Naked (buff matte), Sidecar (beige sparkle), Buck (brown matte), Half Baked (bronze), Smog (golden brown shimmer), Darkhorse (bronze-plum shimmer), Toasted (taupe-bronze), Hustle (mocha shimmer), Creep (near-black metallic), Gunmetal (dark grey metallic)
- Good Karma Eyeshadow Brush
- 0.13 oz Travel-size Eyeshadow Primer Potion

This pallette retails for $44.00

Tough Love

M.A.C. has come up with a collection of lip shades  for Valentine's Day!!!!  Click on the link http://www.maccosmetics.com/whats_new/4895/index.tmpl and check out their collection of tough and tender shades for lips!!!

My product of the week!!

DiorShow 360 Mascara A volume-boosting, lengthening, and curling mascara with a spinning wand.
This mascara features a spinning brush that rotates in both directions.  The cost of this mascara is $36...its a bit pricey but Dior has some excellent products.  This product can be purchased wherever Dior cosmetics are sold or you can click this link http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P279807&categoryId=B10

Makeup Makeover Contest!!!

Valentine's Day is the International Day of Love, the time to express our heartfelt feelings to those we care about.  We, at Platinum Faces Cosmetics, feel that no one is more deserving of amorous recognition than MOM!
We are holding a contest where you could win your mother a free makeup makeover!!!  In 150 words or less, write why you believe that your mother deserves a Platinum glamour treatment.  Submissions must be received no later than 5:00pm Friday, February 11, 2011.  Winner will be announced on Sunday, February 13, 2011.  Please submit your entries to platinumfacescosmetics@gmail.com

Looking for the right foundation? M.A.C. now has a new Foundation Finder!!

http://www.maccosmetics.com/product/158/13055/Foundation-Finder/index.tmpl?cm_mmc=email-_-January-_-01_19Foundation_EB_US_Other-_-foundation

Want to know what foundation shade best works for you....click on the link above!!!

Here is one of my drugstore favorites!!!  I have several of these in my kit and it only cost $3....can you say "what a bargin"  Wet 'n Wild's creme liner!!!  This creme liner if absolutely the best...its on the line of M.A.C. and L'Oreal's creme liner.  If you are on a budget then this is a great product to have!!!

A New Opportunity!!!

2011 has blessed me with a New Decision.  I am excited to announce that I am moving to "Salon My Time".  This salon is purposely promoting the atmosphere that will make "Our Time" in the salon worth the escape from our busy lives!  I will be promoting some fun and exciting ideas that will connect us in many ways.  Making my purpose in serving you better as well as easier to achieve.  Call and schedule an appointment today...you won't be disappointed!!!

MAC Finally Flawless Collection for Spring 2011

Mineralize Foundation SPF 15 has the exclusive formula – micronized and coated pigments improve blendability, maintain colour purity with SPF 15, and our liquid mineral ferment complex adds nutrients. Light diffusing optics minimize the visibility of imperfections – FINALLY Flawless! 

Mineralize Foundation SPF 15 ($32.00 U.S. / $38.00 CDN)

Minerals are the foundation for all living things. The human body is made of approximately 60% water and skin is approximately 70% water. By fusing minerals and water, Mineralize SPF 15 Foundation is the synthesis of earthly essential elements in the form of a rich, luxurious solid cream compact with a liquid mineral infusion. This uniquely textured, medium buildable, foundation delivers immediate hydration while revitalizing the look of dull and dry skin. Used backstage during the Spring/Summer 2010 fashion shows of; BCBG, Carolina Herrera and Baby Phat, it is both a makeup artists dream and a real woman’s skin saving grace.
Mineralize SPF 15 Foundation features an innovative gel based system that provides extreme comfort and creaminess in application, making this formula appealing to all skins but especially normal to dry. The gel fuses the formula’s high water content (30.5%) with the polymers and coated pigments for the ultimate in silky smooth, yet long wearing (up to 8 hours), colour payoff. Because of the immediate moisturization benefits, Mineralize SPF 15 Foundation also helps to immediately reduce the appearance of pores and provides skin with a non-sticky, cooling break.
Additionally, a blend of lightweight oils creates a creamy, comfortable feeling on the skin. The innovative wax-free structure helps moisturize skin, while light diffusing optics help minimize the visibility of pores and imperfections for a flawless looking complexion 

• Available in: NC15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 37, 40, 42, 44, 45, 50, 55; NW15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 43, 45, 47, 50, 55

130 Short Duo Fibre Brush ($40.00 U.S. / $48.00 CDN)

A short, round, flat-topped brush ideal for the smooth, easy application of foundations, creams, emulsions, and select powder products. Features a blend of natural bristles and synthetic fibres.

U.S. Launch date: January 13, 2011
International Launch date: January 2011

NARS Spring 2011 Collection

 NARS Cosmetics unveils its 11-piece makeup collection which features neutral, earthy tones with metallic finishes.  NARS makeup collection for Spring 2011 introduces new natural shades that offer eye-catching natural look.  This dazzling makeup collection from NARS provide fashionistas with perfect combination of spring shades inspired from latest makeup trends.

Trio Eyeshadow ($45.00)

• Calanque (Limited Edition)

Eyeshadow Duo ($32.00)

• Bateau Ivre (Limited Edition)
• Nouveau Monde

Soft Touch Shadow Pencil ($24.00)

• Celebrate
• Hollywoodland

Lip Gloss ($24.00)

• Angelika (Repromote)
• Nana (Limited Edition)
• Superorgasm (Repromote)

Lipstick ($24.00)

• Tzigane (Limited Edition)

Pure Matte Lipstick ($25.00)

• Madere

Nail Polish ($16.00)

• Desperado (Limited Edition)

The Best Red Lip Makeup for Your Skin Tone

Red is considered the color of passion, the color of love. It's the sexiest color around and when painted on your lips, it's fabulous.  Like with all lipstick colors, certain shades of red look better on some skin tones than others.  For fair skin tones a matte red lipstick with a hint of orange works best to bring out your undertones, also a warm Brick red shade is very flattering.  For beige skin tones a dark red with gold undertones look very nice.  For coco skin tones a matte/orange red works perfect, and for Dark skin tones a deep red with blue undertones work best.  Any of these shades of red will give you a chic, modern look.

Product of the Week

 Black Opal True Color Creme Stick foundation SPF 8 - A creme foundation in a convenient stick. - Sets to a velvet finish.  This product offers full coverage with color-balancing pigments that minimize imperfections, promote even skin tone and conceal problem areas where needed. PABA-free SPF 8 helps to protect skin against the damage of ultraviolet rays and environmental elements. - For all skin types.  I personally use this product on myself as well as my clients and this is a wonderful product.  You can purchase this foundation in drugstores and Walmart or http://www.blackopalbeauty.com/ .

Urban Decay has a new Eyeshadow Primer Potion....."Greed".  A shimmering gold eyeshadow primer.  This primer makes color more vibrant and lasting without any creasing. Try a sexy glimmer applied at inner corners of eyes, or wear it alone to transform your eyelids into those of a fierce seductress. This potion even works as a radiant brow bone highlighter, and can add a golden sheen underneath any eyeshadow.  This product cost $18 and is available at your local Sephora
http://sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml;jsessionid=ANAZQ5CZGU4PECV0KSKA5UQ?id=P277911
I personally use Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion in my kit and i will be picking this one up to add to the collection!!!

                                        

This time of year my skin really suffers from dryness....and i know some of you have this problem as well.  I just wanted to let you know of this great product that i have been using and i absolutely love it!!!  Kiehl's has other faboulous products as well.  You can purchase this product and other Kiehl's products at http://www.kiehls.com/ or you can purchase at Sephora and large department stores such as Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdales, Nordstrom and Saks Fifth Avenue.  Don't let the fact that these products are also sold in Neiman Marcus and Saks fool you. Kiehl's is reasonably priced and satisfaction is guaranteed. Your skin and your wallet have nothing to lose.  (smile)

Photographer: Ric Hicks
Model: Eleanor
Makeup Artist: Nikki D http://www.platinumfacescosmetics.com/

Sam Fine, legendary makeup artist to Vanessa Williams, Queen Latifah, Tyra Banks and Iman, has his very own makeup instructional DVD.  If a picture is worth a thousand words, then this DVD is worth a thousand pictures. In this extremely engaging video, Fine gives us several makeovers from start to finish.  Learn how Fine is empowering women of color through makeup artistry.   Fine says that certain makeup elements, like foundation, are like “underwear” — they are indispensable. Once you find a good foundation and concealer, stick with them. The other elements are like accessories, and eyeshadows and cheek blush are aspects you can merrily change and mix and match. Click this link to purchase http://www.amazon.com/Fine-Basics-Beauty-Sam/dp/B002Q73R50/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1294355027&sr=8-1

MAC Jeanius Spring 2011 Makeup Collection

 Take a peek at the brand new limited edition collection by MAC Cosmetics titled Jeanius!  The upcoming spring 2011 comes with spring pastels and lucisious shades!  This Jeanius collection is inspired by the spring 2011 denim trends. 

The MAC Jeanius eyeshadows come in 4 fabulous shades featuring a jeans print design which looks adorable. The shades are all blue jeans inspired and come in the following shades:

Diva In Distress - a middle-tone gray with a silver pearl touch shaped as a metallic jeans snap

Motorhead - a middle-tone blue with a copper pearl touch shaped as a metallic jeans snap

Stove Pipe Black - a black/gray shade with a copper pearl touch shaped as a metallic jeans snap

White Jeanius – a white shade with a silver pearl touch shaped as a metallic jeans snap

Acid Washed Grayish - a pearled beige

Pretty Please – a soft pink pearl shade

Riveting Rose Deep – a burgundy/violet pearled shade

If lipsticks aren't your thing, the Jeanius Lipglasses will surely win your heart! The MAC Jeanius glosses come in 3 univesally flattering shades:

Docile Chrome

Indigo Pink

Painted On

No makeup collection would be complete without blushers. The MAC Jeanius line comes with two lovely blushes:

Overdyed Bright – a magenta shade

Pink Cult – a lovely pale pink shade

MAC has also created two fabulous nail varnish shades which are meant to complete the collection and give you either a soft or a bold look. You can find the MAC Jeanius nail polishes in:

Biker Blue - a dark blue colored polish with pink and electric blue shimmers

Frayed-to-Order - a whitish pink with pearl shimmers

The MAC Jeanius collection for spring 2011 looks amazing so don't hesitate to purchase your favorite products from the collection as most items are limited edition! The collection is available for purchase starting March 3rd , 2011.

OPI Katy Perry Collection

If you are interested in crackle nail polish...then OPI's Katy Perry Collection is just what you need.  In this collection, the colors range from a confectionery pink to a bold blue that seemed to be pulled straight from Katy’s California Gurls video.  The nail color collection includes Teenage Dream (a plummy pink sparkle), Not Like the Movies (metallic silver), Last Friday Night (a Crayola blue glitter), The One That Got Away (a deepest dark berry purple.)and the most exciting one for me Black Shatter. Now you may ask what is so exciting about a black nail polish? This one is special in that creates unique patterns on your nails just like on the bottle cap. You apply Black Shatter like a top coat on any color you’ve applied to your nail. At first it is all black and then as it dries the black pigment separates and breaks apart to form unique patterns on your nails similar to a cracked look.  Each polish will retail for $9 and colors will be available at Ulta, Trade Secret, locations including Professional Salons. I don't know about you but i can't wait to try this on myself as well as my clients (book your appointment today...hint hint lol!)!!

Platinum Faces Cosmetics Relaunches for New Year!

Check out Platinum Faces Cosmetics Press Release!!!



http://www.prlog.org/11192400

My product of the week!

My product of the week is the Covergirl Queen Collection compact foundation.  This is a product that i frequently use on clients. This product is specially designed to match skin tones of women of color from Rich Sand to True Ebony.  I love how this product looks on my clients skin and how it shows up in pictures.  This product doesn't go on heavy or look cakey.  It is a buildable product!!  If you are acne prone this is a great product because it is noncomedogenic (won't clog pores).  You can purchase this product in your local drug stores or Walmart.  It costs anywhere from $7-$10 (depends on where you purchase).  This is a very good price for a excellent product. 

M.A.C. Stylishly Yours Collection

M.A.C. launched a holiday collection on Dec. 26, 2010 called "Stylishly Yours".  Stylishly Yours is a M.A.C. presto-change-o colour collection to personalize the process instantly.  I personally love the bold colors in this collection.  I say run to your local M.A.C. counter or store and check out this collection and fast!!!