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Celebrity Hair & Makeup: Kate Beckinsale at 2012 Golden Globe Awards

Phyllis — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 04:42:22 +0000

With the help of makeup artist Molly Stern and Frederic Fekkai Stylist Renato Campora, the ever gorgeous Kate Beckinsale looked even more so tonight at the 69th Annual Golden Globe Awards. Read on for the full breakdown!

Skin
Molly began by moisturizing Kate’s skin with Natura Bisse’s The Cure Cream. She then primed with Hourglass Veil Mineral Primer which creates a flawless canvas for makeup, followed by a light application of Hourglass Illusion Tinted Moisturizer in Sand. Molly loved the sheer finish of the foundation which allowed the British beauty’s gorgeous skin to shine through.

Cheeks
Molly used the bronze tone in Hourglass Illume Crème-to Powder Bronzer Duo in Sunset to add warmth to her skin, and followed with the blush tone applied on the apples of her cheeks. She then dusted NARS Miss Liberty high on her cheekbone to add an extra glow.

Eyes
Molly used the bronze shade of Hourglass Visionaire Eye Shadow Duo in Gypsy as a base, and set it with NARS Galapagos Eye Shadow, smudged deep into the lid. For an extra pop of light, she dabbed Chanel Blazing Gold Ombré Essential over the inner lid. Her lashes are deep and jet-black due to Hourglass Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara, followed by Hourglass Film Noir Lash Lacquer which was painted over them for an extra kick of drama.

Lips
Hourglass Femme Rouge Velvet Crème lipstick in Fresco was used as a base on Kate’s lips, followed by Hourglass Extreme Sheen Lip Gloss in Imagine for a glistening sheen.

Hair
Renato created a modern take on a french twist that focuses on texture and body on Kate.

To achieve a base of texture and manageability, Renato applied a blend of the Fekkai COIFF™ Bouffant Lifting & Texturizing Spray Gel and the Fekkai Brilliant Glossing Cream throughout the hair, followed with a rough blow dry. Next, Renato used a 1½ inch curling iron to create loose curls, letting the curls set for 10 minutes so they fell, creating little bit of a wave. Next, he separated the hair into three sections, two low pig-tails and a ponytail in the middle. All three pieces were secured with clear hair ties. Renato finished by weaving the three pieces into a high bun. He secured th

Nails
Celebrity Manicurist Michelle Saunders used a mix of essie’s Lady Like and Au Natural to compliment Kate’s gorgeous cream dress.

Hourglass Cosmetics and Fekkai are available at Sephora.

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2011 Holiday Makeup Looks By Celebrity Makeup Artist Gina Brooke

Phyllis — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 05:00:45 +0000

This year, Hourglass Cosmetics Artistic Director Gina Brooke brings us yet another set of gorgeous, easy-to-do holiday makeup looks. The first consists of glittering green eyes with shimmering cheeks and pearlescent lips while the second pairs inky black eyes with stunning purple lips for more drama.

Look #1: Ethereal Beauty

“A vibrant olive shadow really pops – especially if you foil the color,” says Brooke, who suggests using Visionaire Eye Shadow Duo in Dune. Using a shadow brush, apply the champagne shade first. Use your finger to blend for a graduation of color. Then apply the green shimmer shade. To heighten the impact of the shade, wet your brush before application but make sure to let the shadow dry before moving on to another shade. Pair your statement eyes with Illume Crème-to-Powder Bronzer Duo in Bronze Light applied to the cheeks. Focus on the highlighter shade in the duo. Finish up with Extreme Sheen Lip Gloss in Fortune.

Below is a similar version of the look I did:

See the breakdown here.

Look #2: Super Vamp

Turn heads with this directional look expressly designed for evening glamour. First, apply the cream shimmer shade of Visionaire Eye Shadow Duo in Suede over the entire eyelid. Then, line the eyes with Calligraphy Liquid Eye Liner in Ebony and apply Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara to lashes. Follow with Film Noir Lash Lacquer on the top and bottom to add shine, volume and drama. The final stroke? “I like to use Lash Lacquer as an eyeliner to create an extremely glossy line above the eyes,” says Brooke. “Just retrace your existing line with Lash Lacquer’s brush applicator.” Balance the glossy eye statement with matte plum lips by applying Aura Sheer Lip Stain in Scarlet.

Extra Tip: “The holidays are the perfect time to explore a more refined and layered look,” says Brooke. “I always prime first with Veil Mineral Primer and follow with Illusion Tinted Moisturizer for a glowing complexion. They’re the fundamental steps for looking elegant.”

See more holiday makeup tips by Gina!

Hourglass Cosmetics is available at Sephora, Barneys and Bergdorf Goodman.

Runway Beauty: Imitation of Christ S/S 2012 Makeup Breakdown

Phyllis — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 18:38:57 +0000

To go with the super-chic wedding party theme at the Imitation of Christ Spring 2012 show, my favorite makeup artist, Gina Brooke from Hourglass Cosmetics, devised a look that showcased flawless skin, vivid eyes and stained lips. Simply gorgeous!

“It’s about clean, beautiful and memorable makeup – it is a wedding after all,” says Brooke. “This look is timeless, it’s never going to go out of style.”

Skin
Start with Primer Serum (launching in Summer 2012) to create a moisturized canvas for makeup. Follow with Illusion Tinted Moisturizer, or Immaculate Liquid Powder Foundation (launching Spring 2012) if you have an oily complexion and apply with No. 2 Foundation brush. Conceal dark circles or blemishes with Hidden Corrective Concealer.

Eyes
Apply Visionaire Eye Shadow Duo in Lagoon (blue), Dune (gold) or Prism (silver) on the lid and blend with fingers. Follow with a subtle application of Script Precision Liner to enhance the lash line. Follow with Film Noir Mascara to define the lashes and finish with a glossy topcoat of Film Noir Lash Lacquer.

Cheeks
Apply Aura Sheer Cheek Stain in Flush to the apples of the cheeks and blend with the fingers. Highlight cheeks with Illume Crème-to-Powder Bronzer Duo in Bronze Light.

Lips
Apply Aura Sheer Lip Stain in Flush to lips.

Photos: Courtesy of Hourglass.

Hourglass Cosmetics is available at Sephora, Barneys and Bergdorf Goodman.

Meet Celebrity Makeup Artist Gina Brooke In Person!

Phyllis — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 03:43:31 +0000

In celebration of Fashion’s Night Out, Hourglass Cosmetics Artistic Director/former Artist Director for Shu Uemura/makeup artist for Madonna, Gina Brooke, will lead a team of makeup artist to host a performance art, avant-garde makeup show on Friday, September 10th.

The event will take place at the Sephora store in New York City’s Union Square (45 East 17th Street between Union Square West and Park Avenue South) from 5 to 10 pm, with Gina’s performance at 7.

I met Gina in person earlier this year and she is truly one of the best! Do not miss out on this great opportunity if you are in the area!

Hourglass Cosmetics Launches New Lipstick and Mascara With Celebrity Makeup Artist Gina Brooke!

Phyllis — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 02:31:26 +0000

Hourglass Cosmetics finally launched the much-anticipated collaboration with Madonna’s makeup artist and Hourglass’ very own Artistic Director, Gina Brooke!

The collaboration consists of a new collection of Femme Rouge Velvet Crème Lipsticks ($30) and Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara ($28).

The lipsticks come in an engraved case that is refillable with a total of 12 gorgeous shades that range from vibrant reds, creamy nudes to hot pinks available. The mascara, on the other hand, features a triple-cut, hourglass-shaped brush to add instant volume and length to lashes without clumping or flaking.

I was very lucky to have met the uber talented Gina in person earlier this year (did I mention she was L-O-V-E-L-Y?!) and she listed the mascara as one of her must-haves, plus Hourglass products have never failed me. Will report back with reviews once I get my hands on these!

The Femme Rouge Velvet Crème Lipsticks and Film Noir Full Spectrum Mascara are now available at hourglasscosmetics.com and will hit Barneys New York and Sephora starting August 26th.