MAC Cosmetics & Pink Friday Lipstick

Pink Friday!

For those of you who were unable to pick up the Limited Edition MAC Cosmetics Lipstick “ Pink Friday”, inspired by Nicki Minaj to celebrate the release of her album Pink Friday; on “Black Friday”, November 26… REMEMBER IT WILL BE SOLD AT MAC STORES EVERY FRIDAY THIS MONTH!!!

SO PICK UP THE SEXY PINK “FRIDAY”, DECEMBER 3!!!

And for my reader's without A CLUE?!? "Pink Friday", is the lipstick collaboration with MAC Cosmetics & the 25-year-old rapper NICKI MINAJ!

I PICKED UP THE SATIN LIPSTICK LAST FRIDAY AND LOVE IT!

SMOKEY EYES!!!

GET THE LOOK

Fall is approaching, and I can't wait to share my preparations with you!!!

Lately, I've been getting a lot of questions about how to create a smokey eye that is easy, classic, and glamorous. Now, some of you may have seen her Day to Night look we played with in the MAC Pro store a couple of weeks ago. But…a perfect example of great smokey eyes can be seen on Kanye West's ex Amber Rose, on the cover of Hip Hop Magazine.

Here's how to get her classic, smokey look:

1. Apply foundation to your entire eyelid, try M.A.C Face & Body, and follow up with a sweep of powder. I find the same brands work best, so I recommend M.A.C Studio Fix. Make sure to use the same shades of foundation and powder as used on face and neck.

2. Apply a dark eye shadow of your choice to the upper eyelid and the bottom lash line. For great selection of colors try M.A.C Eye Shadow.


3. Line the upper lash line with black liquid liner, try LANCOME Artliner in Noir. Start with a light touch at the in corner gradually moving up and outward. Then Apply Eyeliner Pencil to the bottom inner lash line. I love LANCOME Le Stylo.


Those three simple steps will give you the classic look, and if you want to really go the extra mile, add false eyelashes!

DON'T JUST LOOK "FOLLOW"!

AMBER ROSE

MAKEUP WITH "MS. ROSE"

OUR DAY AT M.A.C.

I LOVE MY WORK & MAKING PEOPLE FEEL BEAUTIFUL

DO NOT JUST LOOK "FOLLOW"!!!

2010 Summer! Products!

Great Summer Products!

Hey guys!

Summer will be here before you know it, and I can't wait for some fun in the sun! If you are like me and enjoy soaking it up on the beach or poolside, here are my recommendations for keeping your skin beautiful, sexy and healthy, while still enjoying the great outdoors.

To start, you'll want to hydrate your skin after its been in the sun. Brazil’s L’Occitane After-Sun Balm is one of my musts. It’s intensely hydrating but not greasy, and since its formulated with organic vegetable butter of Cupuaçu, it can be applied all over your face and body. (www.loccitane.com $24.50)



Also pick up MAC's great new creamy Paint Pot for the eyes. The vibrant color looks great on

fresh, natural skin and makes the eyes really pop! Its a perfect summer product because its light, it dries quickly, and it has a seamless coverage. Though there are a variety of Paint Pot colors for every skin tone, my personal favorite is Coral Crepe because it can beused on a variety of ethnicities. (www.maccosmetics.com $16.50)

For the girl who wants to look effortlessly sexy and simple, get Nars lipgloss in “Ophelia.” This semi sheer lipsgloss is extremely versatile and can be worn alone or over another color.

(www.narscosmetics.com $24.00)

HAVE FUN & LOOK GREAT IN THE SUN!!!

Products of the Week!

Hey Guys!

I've been away for a week CRAZY BUSY with work!!! But, after a week on set with Miranda Cosgrave, Fawni, etc., I have some GREAT info for you on some of the wonderful products I used. Here are my top five picks of the week of some amazing products I used on the stars. Check them out and try them!

SAMELIA'S TOP 5 PICKS OF THE WEEK

Lancôme - Genifique Cream Serum
This product is on the list because it hydrates like crazy and you do not need a moisturizer.
$84.00; www.Lancome-usa.com



M.A.C - Miracles Happen Viva Glam Kit
This product is a trio of neutral pink lip color shimmers.
$22.50; www.maccosmetics.com




Palmer’s - Cocoa Butter Bronze
This unique moisturizer sunless tanner and instant bronzer with sunscreen contain Palmer’s Cocoa Butter with Vitamin E. Provides immediate color and no need for sunscreen and dries quickly!
$8.75; www.palmers.com




CHANEL - Stylo Yeux Waterproof
This product is an amazing smudge and waterproof eyeliner with a silicone formula for smooth lining.
$28.00; www.CHANEL.com




Lancôme - Oscillation Powerfoundation
This is a micro-vibrating mineral foundation, has several shades, is talc- free and oil-free, and may be used on all types of skin including sensitive skin.
$48.00; www.Lancome-usa.com



OTHER NEWS ON SAMELIA!!!
I had the incredible opportunity to be featured on HGTV's "Outdoor Room with Jamie Durie" and the episode is now airing on the network!

"Dancing with the Stars"

M.A.C. = True Pro’s

As a former professional dancer, I am definitely critical of stage makeup because not everyone knows how to do it right and make it work. I had the wonderful opportunity to meet Melanie Mills, the makeup department head for the hit TV show “Dancing with the Stars” during an event at the Music Box Theatre in Hollywood.

Melanie is not just a wonderful individual; she is truly an exquisite lady!
The Emmy Award winning makeup artist showed off her “ Makeup for Dance” through her creation of beautiful looks with M.A.C. makeup for the Viennese waltz and Tango to name a few! It was interesting to hear what inspired her for each celebrity and dancer's look, as well as how she came up with the color combination to contrast with each glamours costume without it being too much.

Seeing her work on a theatre stage and not on a ballroom dance floor was even more powerful and really showed off her depth as a true makeup artist. To see that the makeup on the stage was just as breath taking as the makeup we see on television was fantastic, because that is not an easy task to accomplish!

So the next time you watch “Dancing with the Stars” know that Melanie Mills is backstage working hard directing a team to crank out those spectacular and intense looks you love so much!

Check out some of the looks from the night and the show…

BEST LIPS!

Okay, so everyone has been asking, "what red lipstick or gloss is best?"

Seems like it's the question of the day! Well, the short answer is, there isn't one "best" perse. All lipsticks and glosses are different, just as the brands that sell the colors and makeup lines are not the same.

So to help you decide what's "best" for you, I'm going to suggest some of the excellent products that celebrities, experts and makeup artist often choose for their clients. I'm sure you'll find one (if not more) that suits your style!



Rouge Allure Luminous Satin Lipcolour in "Provocative!"







M.A.C Lipstick in "Russian Red!"









Laura Merier Lipstain in "Scarlet!"