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PRO Tips: Makeup for the Bride

PRO Tips: Makeup for the Bride

Makeup by @stephaniepowersmakeup, Model @gabriellepaoletti, Photography by @nellhovingphoto, Hair Styling by @amandaleighrush, Bridal Boutique & Styling by @marimibridal, custom veil and accessories by @gianascanellibridal When it comes to wedding makeup, there are plenty of blogs, inspiration photos, and tips for the bride, but what about the makeup artist? While wedding guests often remark on the venue, the dress, and even the food served, they’re also focused on the bridal makeup. That’s why we’re sharing PRO Tips from our Bridal Look Book makeup artist Stephanie Powers. Sit back, relax, and enjoy her tips for aspiring bridal makeup artists! Things to Consider for the Bridal Makeup Trial CRC: For newer makeup artists, what are the important questions that they need to ask brides when brides reach out for bridal makeup trial (e.g. what style do you like, can you send examples of the look you're after, how much makeup do you normally wear, etc)? STEPHANIE: I feel the questions should be saved for the initial trial. If a bride is inquiring your services for their event they most likely saw your work or was referred to you. Keep your inquiry reply simple in order to secure your services. That initial email back to a client/bride is important. I always have a template ready to go. This business is all about communicating in a timely manner. Send pricing, contract and all details you have regarding hiring you, this way there won’t be so many questions and back and forth before the initial trial. Once the bride returns your email you can then discuss the trial date. I like to ask the potential bride, Do you have a desired look you are going for? Theme etc. on the wedding day? I always like to suggest days for the trial such as; Do you have any special days coming up you would your makeup or hair trial on? Such as, events, bridal shower, date night, dress fitting etc. One of my favorite days to do a trail is when the bride can get hair & makeup trial done on the day of a dress fitting. This way they can see everything together and decide if changes need made for the big day. Important Questions to Ask the Bride CRC: What questions do you ask during the trial to ensure you're giving them exactly what they want and providing the best service possible? STEPHANIE: The very first question I ask a bride when they are in my chair, Do you have any allergies to skincare, makeup, latex etc. that you are aware of? Other questions would include, Have you had your makeup professionally done before? What was the likes and dislikes of your last professional experience? Do you have a desired look? What do you not like about makeup? If applying lashes, always ask if they have worn them before and if they have not, walk them through your process on how you apply them. Also as a professional I evaluate their skin type, ask them about their daily skin routine. If they do not take care of their skin, I always suggest them getting on a good skincare routine 3-6months before their wedding. I suggest seeing an aesthetician if it is in their budget. Good skin equals good makeup, and that’s a good reminder to them. CRC: How do you handle feedback if they seem to like the makeup the day of and contact you later asking you to change things up completely? STEPHANIE: One thing I never do is take it offensively. This is what a trial is for, to see if they like the look. If they want another trial they pay for another trail, no discounts. I reassure the bride that these changes that they desire can be attainable on the wedding day. On the day of the trial I always make sure I take photos, not only on my phone and camera but the brides as well. This way we can reference back on what they would like to change. CRC: How long, in your opinion, is a good length for a trial session? How far out from the wedding would you recommend people book this service? STEPHANIE: I think this depends on each individual bride. Unfortunately some brides may live outside of state. Ideally 3-4 months before the big day is a good time frame. CRC: What other tips do you have for makeup artists during this time frame? STEPHANIE: Because most trials happen during bridal season, my best advice would be to setup trial days in your schedule. Book your bridal trials throughout those days. Not only does it help your pocket, it will help scheduling. Remember you are a business with business hours. Skin Prep for the Bride Things to Consider as a Bridal Makeup Artist Since the busiest bridal season kicks off in the spring and runs through early fall, makeup artists are up against a slew of environmental factors, especially if the wedding or reception are outdoors. Humidity, heat, and even excessive sunlight can take a toll on the makeup. While we cannot control the weather, we can prep the skin and select products that work no matter the conditions. CRC: How do you change up skin prep for brides compared to other types of clients for different events? STEPHANIE: I always start by cleaning the face, neck and décolleté. I like to use micellar water with cotton rounds. For my brides, I always have a hydrating mask and or eye patches. By the time of the wedding day, you should have a good understanding of your brides skin and choose the right skin prep for each individual bride. I determine this by texture, large pores, breakouts, hyperpigmentation, etc. Other than starting off with a clean face, skin prep varies due to skin type. CRC: As we all know, a good skincare regimen is important to have a great base for makeup. As makeup artists, we can always work our magic with skin prep, but since you're in touch with brides before their big day, do you give them any skincare advice so their skin is in the best shape possible for the wedding? STEPHANIE: One thing I always tell brides to never do is start any new treatments or products one month before the big day. This should be done at least 3-6 months before the wedding. Also, one week before wedding day is an ideal time to receive your final facial. Avoid any kind of peels or extractions. Oxygen therapy, hydra facials, and hydrating serums will help decrease puffiness and help ensure your skin looks beautiful the week of the wedding. The night before the big day focus on hydration. PRO Tip: Speaking of uncontrollable situations when parts of the wedding or reception are outdoors, there are a few things you can do to help ensure their makeup is picture perfect no matter the lighting. Unless your bride asks for it, consider using products with more of a satin finish versus true shimmer or glitter if the ceremony or reception is outside during daytime hours. Glitter will catch and reflect the light in a scattered way instead of diffusing it. If you're a newer artist and aren't sure how to determine if you've added too much glow during the trial, there is no harm in walking with the bride over to a window or well lit area to show them how luminous the makeup looks to see if they are comfortable with it or would like it to be toned down or dialed up! You can achieve a luminous glow with a radiant primer under the foundation but avoid the urge to go all out with glowy products. The same is true for eyeshadow and highlighter. Unlike in a studio for bridal portraits where the lighting is set and forgiving, the natural sunlight will reflect differently throughout the day causing the bride’s makeup to look different in their wedding photos. To help provide a satin finish to the bridal look, we recommend Skindinavia Bridal Makeup Finishing Spray. Extra Advice for Bridal Makeup Artists CRC: What do you do to elevate the bridal service and experience? STEPHANIE: Remember a bride has a lot on their mind. So the most important thing you can do is help make them a timeline for the hair and makeup, discuss this with the planner or bride ahead of time. Time management is especially important on a wedding morning. I like to arrive a half hour early for setup and I also provide the bride with eye gel patches and or a mask best suited for her skin type, always hydrating though. One piece of advice I like to give artists starting out in the industry is to remember that we, as the glam squad start, off the mood of their special day. Feeling Inspired? We hope this blog has given you a few extra tips you haven't considered as you continue your career as a bridal makeup artist! For more bridal inspo, check out our Bridal Look Book. If you need more help or a personalized recommendation, click here to contact a Beauty Advisor. About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 
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Introducing Jason Wu Beauty

Introducing Jason Wu Beauty

Camera Ready Cosmetics is Excited to Welcome Jason Wu Beauty The secret is out: Jason Wu Beauty is now available at Camera Ready Cosmetics! In early 2021, Jason Wu expanded his brand into the world of beauty by partnering with Bespoke Beauty Brands and launching a makeup line that appeals instantly to the elegant minimalist who loves a classic, neutral moment, with an elevated touch. The line was described by Wu himself as one that reflects “impeccably refined femininity” with multipurpose products, and we could not agree more. We are thrilled to now carry Jason Wu Beauty online and in our Dallas Showroom. Why We Love Jason Wu The Taiwanese-Canadian designer is already well-known for his luxury fashion and fragrance designs and has dressed the likes of Former First Lady Michelle Obama, Julianne Moore, Kate Bosworth, and more since his debut in 2007. Wu’s use of perfectly paired colors, elegant fabrics, and feminine lines transitions effortlessly from the runway to the real world. He describes his childhood in the ‘80s as a time when makeup was très popular, and this focus on beauty captured his attention from a very young age. His beauty brand, in particular, gives way for ease and accessibility with a mid-level price point (all individual products retail for under $35). His makeup line features a nude color spectrum that offers quintessential shades for every skin tone. Wu hopes for his products to invoke a sense of strength, confidence, and beauty when applied and for his designs to make us feel like our best selves. In addition, Wu’s clean beauty products are 100% cruelty-free and formulated without parabens, phthalates, and sulfates. Jason Wu Beauty Products We’re Excited About:   Jason Wu Beauty offers a full range of products to excite your inner icon and help you create and complete your look. The Bush: This vegan formula clear brow soap is a kit must-have for taming thick or unruly brows and creating the perfect laminated brow look. Activate the product with a spray of Mist-er Soap Star directly onto the soap and then run a spoolie over the surface to pick up just enough product to comb upward through the brow. Upon application, this non-sticky formula adds a healthy shine and smooths the texture of the brow. Whether using this duo alone or pairing with other brow tinting and defining products, we know your brows will look better than ever. Eyeshadows: Both his perfectly curated eyeshadow palettes which include mattes and shimmers, and his cream-based eyeshadow Jewel Sticks, are available in a beautiful range of tones to work on a wide spectrum of skin tones and skin textures. Thanks to the convenient twist-up packaging and easy glide-on texture of the Jewel Sticks, they are quick to become a staple product in the everyday makeup bag or the pro artist’s kit. Whether the occasion calls for a sultry, earth tone shimmer eye or a vibrant blue or purple eye, the Jewel Sticks deliver glamour with just a twist and can be used on their own or as a pop of color on top of a powder shadow base. And because the perfect nude eyeshadow palette is something we’re always skimming the shelves for, we are so excited to now have Wu’s amazing palettes to specifically include soft and natural nude tones with great pay-off and minimal fall-out. For the Face: Skin is always in, and with Jason Wu’s unique and innovative face formulas, you can achieve both matte and natural looks that are light, easy, and effortless. Magic Matte Oil: Wu’s Magic Matte Oil is a vegan formula that can be used as a primer or as a way to refresh and mattify the face. With just a few drops applied to the fingertips and then pressed into the face either in targeted areas or all over, skin becomes the perfect velvety soft matte texture. Wu-Prime It’s So Soft: For those days when bare skin needs a little pick-me-up, but you still want something lighter than foundation, the Wu-Prime It’s So Soft vegan formula is the perfect balance of coverage and breathability. Upon application, the appearance of pores and fine lines is minimized, and the skin is left with a flawless finish. Available in either Light/Medium or Medium/Deep, this tinted primer is a product that can be worn alone or as a primer underneath your favorite foundation to prep the skin for an all-day even complexion. Feeling Inspired? Are you ready to explore the innovative formulas and colorful world of Jason Wu Beauty? Click here to discover more! About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 
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PRO Tips: All About Make Up For Ever HD Skin Foundation

PRO Tips: All About Make Up For Ever HD Skin Foundation

Make Up For Ever is starting the year with a foundation launch that incorporates new technology and a cleaner formula: HD Skin Foundation. This new foundation is the newly formulated version of Ultra HD Foundation that has been improved with technology to enhance performance and undetectability. In other words, the skin will look like real skin under any light. We worked with Make Up For Ever North America Senior Manager for Pro Education & Artist Eddie Duyos to share a few of the new and exciting things about HD Skin Foundation. From the new shade naming system, undertones, how to apply it, and tips for professional makeup artists, we're breaking down all the details below! About Make Up Forever HD Skin Foundation The new HD Skin Foundation boasts a medium to full coverage that is comfortable, easy to apply, and that flexes as the skin moves to prevent caking and settling into lines. The formula is also vegan, non-comedogenic, waterproof, sweat-proof, and comes in more sustainable packaging. The bottle is recyclable and is made from 40% recycled glass. It comes housed in an FSC carton and has a bio-sourced cap. Additionally, the formula instantly blurs the skin, has a true-to-skin finish and tone, a natural matte finish, and an impressive 24-hour wear-time.   Why Professional Makeup Artists Will Love HD Skin Foundation CRC: It can always be a little daunting to try a new foundation formula. Tell us why pros will love it! Eddie Duyos: Pros will love the new HD SKIN foundation because of its versatility in coverage and because it’s waterproof. There are fewer touch-ups needed. It also has all the coverage without the visibility! HD Skin is the TRUE TO SKIN foundation out of all the Make Up For Ever foundations and gives you a medium buildable coverage that blurs away all the imperfections. The New Shade System for HD Skin Foundation The new HD Skin Foundation has a different shade system than previous collections from Make Up For Ever. First, the shades are broken down into four color families: The Shade Naming System for the new Make Up For Ever HD Skin Foundation Light Medium Tan Deep The Three Undertone Families for the new Make Up For Ever HD Skin Foundation R = Red Y = Yellow N = Neutral The easiest way to determine your undertone is to look on your forearm and to look at your veins.  If your veins are green, you would fit in the Y (yellow) tone.  If your veins are a mix of blue and violet, you would select R (red).  Finally, if your veins are between blue and green, your best shade match would be N (neutral). Finally, they assigned a number to each shade to denote the depth of the shade with 00 being the lightest shade and 78 being the deepest shade in each color family. How to Shade Match HD Skin Foundation If you’re having a difficult time shade matching and have the ability to swatch the product in-store, apply one foundation in each undertone to your face starting toward the middle of your cheek and working toward your jawline.  By covering a larger surface area, you’ll be able to pick up the subtle tone changes across your face.  Let the foundation sit for a few moments, and select the swatch that appears to “disappear” into your complexion the best.  This will determine your undertone. If you or your client have problematic skin with active breakouts or discoloration, select an area of the face that has the most discoloration to swatch across.  This will allow you to find the shade that best matches your entire face and that can neutralize any discoloration. Must Have Tips for Pros Pro Kit Must Have Shades for Make Up For Ever HD Skin Foundation The PRO Team at Make Up For Ever curated a guide to help pros stock their kits with the new HD Skin Foundation. While the exact shades and undertones should be tweaked to match your clientele, this list serves as a guide for the Make Up For Ever global client base. From fairest to richest, Make Up For Ever’s Pro Kit Must-Have Shades of HD Skin Foundation are: 1N00 (lightest neutral shade), 1R12 (light warm shade), 1N14 (light neutral yellow shade), 2Y20 (medium yellow shade), 2N226 (medium neutral yellow shade), 2R38 (medium warm shade), 3N42 (tan neutral warm shade), 3R50 (tan warm shade), 3Y56 (tan-deep warm yellow shade), 4N62 (deep neutral warm shade), 4R76 (deepest warm shade), 4N78 (deepest neutral shade) Mixology for HD Skin Foundation The ability to mix shades, beauty oils, or adjusters is essential for any pro, and HD Skin Foundation mixes beautifully with any non-water-based products.  As with any waterproof formula, water-based products do not mix well with the foundation, so if you want to sheer out the formula for lighter coverage, the Make Up For Ever team recommends using a beauty oil, an oil-based lotion, or their Hydra Booster Primer. When it comes to skin prep, the Make Up For Ever team recommends oil-based skin prep products to maximize this foundation’s wear-time and overall appearance. Fragrance & Pigmentation Level for HD Skin Foundation Of course, many pros and makeup lovers will wonder how the new formula compares to previous formulations, and while the pigmentation load percentage has not been released, the Make Up For Ever team let us know it’s more pigmented than its predecessor.  Additionally, the new formula has a slight fragrance that is naturally derived from Japanese Sencha Tea, and it makes up less than 0.15% of the formula, so it is safe for use on sensitive clients. How to Apply HD Skin Foundation Whether you're a professional makeup artist or want to add it to your personal routine, you can use a range of tools to apply it to achieve a beautiful finish. A brush is recommended, but you can build up more coverage with a sponge. Work swiftly and in small areas, as the foundation sets fairly quickly. For true medium coverage, you should use approximately one pump per each side of your face. How to Apply HD Skin Foundation with a Brush: Using a brush, start at the center of the face and sweep outwards to the temple, then in a "C"-like motion, sweep downward and along the jawline to the chin. Repeat this process until you have achieved the desired coverage on the lower half of the face is achieved.   Next, start between the eyebrows and brush around the perimeter of the face and all the way down to the chin. Blend the remaining foundation onto the nose. How to Apply Foundation & Build Coverage with a Sponge: Using a sponge, start at the center of the face where your cheek meets your nose. Move outward, just like with the brush application method, and continue to blend down the jawline and toward the chin. Blend across the nose and then between the brows and upward and outward on the forehead and around the perimeter of the face. To build coverage on problem areas or to achieve full coverage, build coverage with a sponge in tapping motions. How to Set HD Skin Foundation: The beauty of HD Skin is that it doesn't have to be set. However, if you do want to set it, it pairs perfectly with Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Matte Setting Powder. If you prefer a translucent powder, opt for Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Loose Translucent Powder. Powder lightly and only in the areas where needed.   Feeling Inspired? We hope this blog has taught you more about the new Make Up For Ever HD Skin Foundation, or explore all Make Up For Ever has to offer.   About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 
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Self Care Week: Makeup Picks for a Self Care Moment

Self Care Week: Makeup Picks for a Self Care Moment

There's just something fun about playing and creating with colorful beauty products and exploring different tones, finishes, and textures. Whether you're a makeup minimalist or love going all out with your beauty routine, we're sharing some of our top picks for a little color therapy. Express yourself with soothing earth tone hues from Jillian Dempsey or luxurious lip glosses from Saint Jane. Saint Jane Luxury Lip Shine shades featured (L-R): Nectar, Elixir, Alchemy, and Bliss Top Picks for Makeup Minimalists If you’re more of a minimalist with a calm, neutral vibe, here are our top picks for a quick routine with minimal products. The Smashbox Always On Cream Eyeshadows have the perfect on-the-go creamy eyeshadow formula because they can be applied with your finger and are easy to blend. These completely smudge-proof shadows come in a variety of neutral shades for a quick no-makeup makeup look. Feeling creative? You can mix the shades for a custom color of your own! When it comes to a "less is more" beauty routine, a hydrating, go-to gloss is an easy quick pick-me-up. For a subtle wash of color, we love the vegan, cruelty-free and CBD-infused Saint Jane Luxury Lip Shine. The shades Cloud and Tonic are the best-selling sheer, non-shimmer formulas, and Mystic is perfect for a deeper plum shade. Finally, check out Jillian Dempsey for the ultimate no-fuss beauty routine. The Cheek Tints and Lid Tints provide a dewy wash of color for an effortless look, and they contain skin loving ingredients and antioxidants to help improve your skin with each wear. Explore beautiful colors from Danessa Myricks and Lethal Cosmetics. Palettes featured include the Danessa Myricks Beauty Dew it Flirty Dewy Lip & Cheek Palete and a custom Lethal Cosmetics palette. Top Picks for Colorful & Multi-Tasking Makeup Lovers We couldn't create a blog about makeup without including some of our favorite Danessa Myricks products! Her Allure Best of Beauty award-winning, multi-purpose ColorFix is a pro favorite because it can be used on the eyes, lips, cheeks, and body, and can be mixed to create new shades. For a dewy option, try her new Dewy Cheek & Lip Palettes for a highly-pigmented pop of color. These palettes are blendable with a balm-like texture that provides a dewy, healthy glow. If you're into cream-based products but want a formula that sets down to a more powdery finish, check out the Jouer Blush and Bloom Cheek & Lip Duos. Each one has two perfectly paired shades and is infused with skin-loving ingredients for comfortable wear. If you love expressing your creativity through eyeshadows, Sydney Grace has you covered with budget-friendly singles in a wide range of colors, long-wearing Cream Shadows, and a range of palettes perfectly curated for lighter and deeper skin tones. If lips are your love language, Dose of Colors has you covered with plenty of options including limited edition Lip Sets featuring extra savings and their hydrating Stay Glossy Lip Gloss. If you love bolder and unique colors, Lethal Cosmetics has a range of palettes of all sizes, hard to find blush colors including a dandelion yellow and violet-based pink, gel liners that are UV-reactive, and more! Go all out with bold and vibrant colors. The full-face looks were created by Danessa Myricks using Infinite Chrome Pencils and Infinite Chrome Flakes. The abstract coloful look was created by makeup artist and foundation of Karla Cosmetics, Karla Powell. Top Picks for Trend Followers If you are the type of person who loves keeping up with the trends, trying new formulas, or are always looking online or to Hollywood for inspiration, then these are the products for you! If you’re a fan of holographic glitter and are not afraid of looking like a cast member from “Euphoria,” then check out the glowing, multichromatic Danessa Myricks Infinite Chrome Flakes. These beautiful gel-based long-wearing glitter flakes went viral several times on social media, and it's easy to see why. You can easily go from everyday to glam with a single swipe, and each shifts to a different color as the light hits it from different angles. If you're after the same effect but shy away from glitter, Karla Cosmetics Pressed Eyeshadows and Lethal Cosmetics Multichrome Magnetic Pressed Eyeshadows can give you a similar look. These fun, colorful eyeshadows both come in unique color options for bold babes and several subdued shades for those craving a subtle yet eyecatching shift.   Finally, for those wanting to explore the colorful multichrome world in smaller doses, the Danessa Myricks Infinite Chrome Pencils are a perfect addition to your makeup collection. Simply add to the waterline for an eyecatching look or create a full-blown multichromatic graphic liner look with these easy-to-use pencils. Feeling Inspired? Are you feeling inspired to play with some beautiful makeup products? Click here to explore our newest arrivals. If you have any additional questions, our Beauty Advisors are here to help, so click here to send them an email! About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.
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PRO Tips: Winter-Proof Your Makeup Routine

PRO Tips: Winter-Proof Your Makeup Routine

If you experience dryness, flakiness, or general skin discomfort during the winter, you're not alone. Every year, our Beauty Advisors receive questions from makeup artists and beauty lovers about how to combat these common winter woes and how to create a beautiful canvas for makeup application. While there's no shame in going makeup-free to let your natural beauty shine through, winter weddings and special events may call for an elevated yet natural makeup look, and we're here to help! In this blog, we'll share our top tips for creating a natural makeup look on dull, dry skin, but these steps can be used to achieve a full glam look, too! Let's get started. Skin Prep for Dull, Dry Skin Dropping humidity levels strip your skin of moisture and can lead to dryness and itchiness, and skin that is prone to breakouts can become even more sensitive and harder to treat. That's why selecting the proper cleanser and moisturizer is essential. Cleansers: If your skin is irritated, avoid the urge to use a physical exfoliator to slough away dry dull skin cells and opt for a cleanser with salicylic acid. This popular skincare ingredient is safe for most skin types to use daily in a cleanser because it is often less concentrated than it is in moisturizers and serums, but start off using it a few times a week to determine your skin's tolerance. Use lukewarm water to cleanse, pat dry, and follow immediately with moisturizer. PRO Tip: If extra exfoliation is needed and the skin isn't too sensitive, try a gentle peel like Peter Thomas Roth FirmX Peeling Gel or Senna Exfoliating Cleanser. Both formulas use fruit enzymes to slough away debris and dull skin to reveal a brighter complexion. Focus on problem areas, and use a few drops of Bioderma Hydrabio H2O on a cotton pad to lightly sweep away any stubborn patches and to add extra moisture. Moisturizers: When it comes to moisturizers, layering a face mist, moisturizer, and oil can work wonders to soothe and protect dull and dry skin. We recommend starting with a light spritz of Avene Thermal Water or Koh Gen Do Herbal Spa Mist to provide a quick boost of antioxidants to nourish and to calm irritated skin. The neutral pH helps balance the skin and works well with other skincare products. Next, opt for a richer moisturizer that provides lasting hydration. Pro favorites include Embryolisse Filaderme Emulsion for a formula with shea butter to heal the skin, Avene Hydrance Aqua Gel for a hyaluronic rich gel that absorbs quickly, and REN Clean Skincare Replenishing Gel Cream for clients that are prone to breakouts. Follow up with a facial oil to lock in hydration, and allow the products to sink into the skin.   If extra hydration is needed, use a sheet mask immediately after cleansing and before moisturizing.   For Makeup Artists: Since most makeup artists rely on toners and rinse-free options to cleanse the skin, we recommend keeping Bioderma Hydrabio H2O in your kit along with best selling NuFACE Prep N Glow Cleanse Exfoliation Cloths.  Hydrabio removes dirt and debris with ease, while the Prep N Glow Cloths will give you extra exfoliating power thanks to the gentle exfoliating surface on one side of the cloth. Both have skin-loving ingredients to prevent irritation and to soothe dry skin. Apply an extra layer of hydration with Mehron Hydro Prep Pro and follow with moisturizer. Create a Glowy Complexion with Foundation Of course, with the right prep, you can make any foundation look beautiful, but these pro picks will make it easier to achieve a natural, healthy glow. For a luminous and perfected look, try Kevyn Aucoin The Etherealist Skin Illuminating Foundation. This lightweight formula has hyaluronic acid for added hydration and ultra-fine pearl pigments to diffuse light and give the skin a smoother appearance. Face Atelier Ultra Foundation is also at the top of our list because of the unique silicone-based formula that allows it to glide easily over textured skin for a smoother appearance. The lightweight formula flexes and moves with ease and can even be worn without setting. Finally, we recommend Koh Gen Do's Maifanshi Moisture Foundation and Aqua Foundation for those that want formulas packed with skin-loving ingredients and a skin-like finish. Both foundations are top picks for makeup artists working behind the scenes for television and film because they provide sheer to medium buildable coverage that still looks like real skin, but better. PRO Tip: The key to applying foundation to dry and dull skin is to work in thin, lightweight layers. This will help you control the coverage and allow each layer to adhere better to the skin. Remember, for a naturally glowy look, less is more. Spot conceal where necessary to keep the overall makeup look light and natural. Select a Hydrating Powder, and Apply Lightly Selecting and applying the perfect powder for a healthy winter glow is almost as important as skin prep because it can make or break your makeup look. Powders formulated with hyaluronic acid are a great choice because they'll keep your complexion looking smoother longer. By Terry offers a range of pressed, loose, tinted, and translucent powders, while Jouer's Soft Focus + Hydrate Powder adds allantoin and Vitamin E in addition to hyaluronic acid to smooth the skin. If you're setting the entire face, use a fluffy brush to apply a light dusting of powder, and use a powder puff for more precise application to areas that are prone to wearing away the fastest. Complete the rest of the makeup look with blush, eyeshadow, and any other products you desire, and finally, apply a light mist of setting spray, and that's it! You're Camera Ready! PRO Tip: When using a powder puff, first press your puff into the powder, and massage the powder into the puff to ensure it's evenly distributed into the fibers. Roll the powder onto areas that need to be set, and lightly tap onto any areas that need extra hold. Feeling Inspired? Are you ready to give our tips and tricks a try? Click here to explore skincare options, or click here to explore our newest makeup. If you have any additional questions, our Beauty Advisors are here to help, so click here to send them an email! About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.
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Winter 2022 Beauty Trends

Winter 2022 Beauty Trends

The Winter 2022 beauty trends keep rolling in, and it looks like it's going to be a beautiful season ahead. In this blog, we're breaking down each trend and are sharing our top pro picks to achieve each look! Glass Hair You've heard about glass skin, but the latest "glass" trend is for your locks. "Glass Hair" is the phrase beauty editors have coined to describe hair that looks healthy, shiny, smooth, and clean. While this style doesn't require a daily washing, styling products like dry shampoo, a hydrating hair oil or shine spray, and leave in conditioner will help you achieve the look. For those with extra dry or color treated hair, a deeply moisturizing mask is also an important step to achieve maximum shine. To combat a bit of frizz and get ultra-smooth hair, first start with a leave in conditioner and seal with a hair oil. Extra Sparkly & Frosted Eyes This winter, frosty and over-the-top sparkly eyeshadow has made a shimmery comeback. When used in moderation, these glistening shadows add a professional yet striking pop to any traditional makeup look. We recommend testing out a few different products to find the texture and hue best suited for you. To create an enchanting frosty eyeshadow look, start by applying a base layer of a light matte shadow for even color application. If you want the shimmer to be the star of the show, start with a dark base color for maximum impact. Next, apply your favorite metallic shadow or glitter evenly all over the lid. If it tends to be grittier in texture, use your finger or a dense brush to pack on the shimmer. For an even more dramatic look, use a mixing medium like Cozzette Matrix Mixing Liquid for an ultra-foiled effect. If you're looking for a fun new palette, Lethal Cosmetics' Magnetic Pressed Powder Palette in Berlin 89 includes a wide range of finishes including a multichrome to create the perfect frosty glam. Their crease-proof shadow formula is long-lasting and vibrant to keep your looks feeling fresh all day. If you’re interested in buying a single chromatic shade rather than a full palette, their new single multichrome shadows will have you turning heads all season long. If you're after a beautiful shimmery sheen that will add the perfect level of sparkle in a long-lasting cream-based formula, the Cozzette Crystal Cream Eye Shadows are right for you. These dazzling shades come in a variety of colors ranging from jewel-tones to everyday earthy shades making them excellent for any holiday makeup look. If you want a quick way to add sparkle to any shadow look, try out the Lethal Cosmetics Glitch Liquid Shadow Berlin 89 Collection. Their enchanting liquid formula gives you a glittery and chromatic shine without any fallout, making it excellent for beginners and experts alike and offers a glimmering gold or a prismatic silver. Extra Long Natural Lashes While eyelashes have always been in style, natural lashes are making a comeback this winter than ever. This is great news for those that don't love wearing false lashes. If longevity is your main priority, there’s no better product to turn to than the Smashbox Mascara + Mini Lash Primer Duo. This handy kit comes with everything you need to make sure your mascara doesn’t run and stays clump-free all day. The kit includes one full-sized tube of their Super Fan Mascara and a deluxe-sized lash primer. If you're a fan of waterproof mascara, the new Scott Barnes MaXXX Out Mascara may be the perfect choice. This innovative formula contains a special mix of oils and other natural ingredients to nourish and protect your lashes while still delivering the long-wearing volume you want. For the mascara junkies that love testing new products, we know you'll fall in love with Meloway Your Way Mascara and Ready Set Primer. They feature a pivoting applicator that can be tilted to any angle you desire to ensure you reach each and every lash. Simply press the tip of the wand against the side of the bottle to reach the desired bend and apply with ease. Berry Lips Deep wine-stained lips have been a winter trend that has withstood the test of time, and this season is no different. There’s something about the dipping temperatures that seem to make these rich and sultry lip colors soar in popularity. While there are tons of lipsticks and glosses out there to give you a sultry look, you’ll want to make sure sure you prep your lips to ensure they last as long as possible! To make sure your lip color last all day, start by gently exfoliating your lips. If your beauty routine allows you a few extra moments to get ready, we recommend doing this before your skincare routine and applying a hydrating oil like Jouer's Essential Hydrating Lip Oil to smooth lip lines and moisturize your lips for even lip color application. Once your lips are fully prepped, a lip liner is a must to keep your prevent you lipstick from feathering and fading unevenly. For a versatile liner that can be used on the lips and eyes, we recommend Make Up For Ever Artist Color Pencil in Endless Plum for a cool toned lip or Free Burgundy for a warmer tone. If you're after a brown-toned berry shade, line with the budget friendly KimChi Chic Beauty Y.U.M. Lip Liner in Root Beer. Finally, for a true berry liner that won't budget, we recommend Jouer Long-Wear Creme Lip Liner in Aubergine. Now that we're prepped and lined, we're ready to move on to the star of the show, the berry lipsticks! Melt Cosmetics Ultra Matte Lipstick in Catsuit is as rich as they come with a lovely matte finish, and Ben Nye Boysenbery Lipstick is the perfect deep berry shade if you're feeling extra bold. If you prefer a cooler toned lip color, try Senna Cosmetics Black Rose Lipstick, and for a berry that leans toward merlot, try Besame Noir Red. Regardless of the lip color you choose, you can achieve a more subtle, blushed berry tone by using your finger to apply the lipstick over a light balm to create a stained berry tint on your lips. If you prefer a liquid lipstick, try Dose of Colors Liquid Lipstick in Mood for a warmer berry or Berry Me for a vibrant raspberry shade. Icy Highlighter While many makeup artists are opting for a subtle highlight rather than a full-face beat this year, an icy highlighter across the cheekbones and nose can make you look like you just stepped out of a winter wonderland. Products like the Lethal Cosmetics Wavelength Press Highlighter in Scatter or Illamasqua Beyond Powder Highlighter are perfect options to give you an effortless, icy or warm glow from the inside out. If you aren't afraid of unique highlighter colors and want a value-packed palette, check out the KimChi Chic Beauty Drama Queen Highlighter Palette for many beautiful highlighter options. Plus, it’s cruelty-free and vegan! For a highlighter with a slight opalescent shift, try Jouer Powder Highlighter in Celestial. This finely milled powder will give your cheeks a light pink glow with a lilac shift! For the perfect frosty glow, apply powder highlighters with a light hand and a highlighter brush like MYKITCO's PRO My Blush and Polisher 0.24 Brush for maximum glow. A little bit of highlighter goes a long way, so be sure to blend well for a lit from within look. Feeling Inspired? Whether you want to test drive the trends or opt for your own makeup style this winter, we offer plenty of high-quality products to help achieve beautiful results from head to toe. Click here to start exploring! About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 
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Introducing Karla Cosmetics

Introducing Karla Cosmetics

When it comes to colorful makeup, few products catch our eyes and leave us entranced as multichromes. That's why we're thrilled to add Karla Cosmetics to our Camera Ready family, so let's learn more about the brand and the inspiration behind it! Behind the Brand Karla Cosmetics a colorful makeup brand created by international award-winning makeup artist Karla Powell. Karla's passion for all things makeup started back in the early 1990s. Her dad used to run a face painting and popcorn business on the weekends, and Karla was mesmerized by how makeup could transform facial appearances and people’s confidence. That memory stayed with her and shaped the path she chose for her career. Karla graduated in 2006 and worked as a teacher in her local college teaching makeup and beauty. The Beginning In 2011, Karla took the brave decision to uproot her life and moved 100 miles from home to London, where she became the brand ambassador for one of the UK's best known high street makeup brands. Her passion for products, designing, and identifying the next on-trend products became her passion. She took to social media and shared glimpses into the world of makeup with the world, and her talent led to opportunities to blog and work at some of the world's most recognized fashion weeks, including London and New York. After a brief spell at one of the world's leading makeup brush companies, Karla took another brave decision to set up Karla Cosmetics in 2013. Thanks to the network and skills she had established, it wasn't long before she started making waves. With a vast network and a growing portfolio, Karla was focused on working with some of the world's largest businesses and corporations, such as the BBC, ITV Magnum, Kuoni, and many more. The Turning Point Soon after, Karla dipped her toe in the market with her first product releases; her face and nail charts and Lip Brush sets were launched with great success. In early 2014, her world changed completely; she became pregnant and gave birth to her son Leonardo. Karla continued to create and test her own product range, knowing that her passion would one day become her full-time job. After long days of working and nights filled with product creation, she decided it was time for a change. "Life on the road as makeup artist isn't easy, or as glamorous as it often appears," explains Karla. "Traveling across the world can take it its toll, especially as a new mom!" It wasn't long before Karla decided it was time to take her schedule into her own hands and to invest more of her time and effort into her own brand. The Products In 2018, she released Fix Potion. The day after it launched on her website, Karla woke up to orders from 8 different countries. This gave her the confidence to believe in herself and trust her judgment. "Fix Potion changed my life. I knew it was a game-changer," says Karla. "I wanted to shout so loud so everyone could experience it!" Her innovate primer is vegan, cruelty-free, and paraben-free, and it keeps glitters, pigments, and pressed eye shadows in place all day with minimal fallout. The clear primer uses aloe vera to provide long-lasting and comfortable wear that makes colors more vibrant. Karla used the Fix Potion formula to create Shadow Gel Potion Eyeshadow.  These silky, gel-based multichrome eyeshadows are vibrant, long-wearing, and offer a unique multi-tonal finish. The aloe allowsthe gel formula the blend easily onto the skin and ensures you have enough time to create and blend your design. Once it dries down, you're left with a smudge-proof color-shifting eyeshadow. Karla's desire to create innovative formulas led to the creation of her Pressed Multichrome Eyeshadow. Each shade can be applied dry with a finger or brush, and for a mirror-like finish, she recommends applying it over Fix Potion. As for future releases, we can expect to see more colorful and inspiring products. "Passion is at the center of Karla Cosmetics," explains Karla. "If I am not excited about a product, it doesn't leave our lab."   Feeling Inspired? Are you ready to explore the innovative formulas and colorful world of Karla Cosmetics? Click here to discover more! About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 
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Perfect Palettes for the Holidays

Perfect Palettes for the Holidays

There’s just something about the holiday season that inspires us to add a little extra sparkle and glam to our makeup looks. However, with so many beautiful products to choose from, it can be a bit dizzying if you’re deciding what palette to use or to gift as a present. That’s why we’ve curated our top palette picks for the holiday season. From natural, shimmery lids to opulent jewel tones, we have every palette you’ll need for festive events & the season ahead! Everyday Winter Glow Every makeup lover needs an everyday eyeshadow palette with staple colors, but this season, we’re loving palettes that have a little shimmer added in to add a dash of holiday magic! The Jouer Le Mini Dip Eyeshadow Palette features six different shades including three matte and three ultra-foil shimmers, with the perfect colors to create looks ranging from natural to ultra shimmery smokey eyes. This portable palette also comes with a mirror for on-the-go application and is compact enough to fit in any purse or makeup bag. If you want a bigger option with more shades but with the same high-quality formula and clean ingredients, the Jouer Essential Matte & Shimmer Eyeshadow Palette features similar shades with a twist. This palette is twice as large with 12 different shades including seven mattes and five shimmers. This beauty includes a deep black, rich chocolate brown, the perfect fall sienna, and several diverse nude options making it perfect for any occassion. The Sydney Grace Enduring Love Eyeshadow DEEP Palette is a great option for those that love a neutral palette with subtle splashes of color. This versatile magnetic palette comes with 15 different shades ranging from subtle transition shades to moody jewel tones. Even though it's a larger palette than the Jouer options above, it's still travel-friendly and would make a fantastic gift for the eyeshadow lovers in your life. Jouer Le Mini Dip LEARN MORE Jouer Essential Matte & Shimmer LEARN MORE Sydney Grace Enduring Love Deep LEARN MORE Warm & Toasty Nothing beats the warm and toasty feeling of snuggling up by a fire or drinking a cup of hot chocolate, so why not get a palette that captures that same feeling? Melt Cosmetics Brunet Eyeshadow Palette is an excellent combination of toasty hues and spicy metallic shades that complement every eye color and look gorgeous on all skin tones. For a warmer-toned option, Viseart’s Minxette Etendu Eyeshadow Palette offers twelve eyeshadows with an auburn twist. It has a wide variety of finishes including mattes, shimmers, plus some flashy duochrome shades to create a wide range of looks. Plus, each pan is magnetic and can be mixed and matched with your favorite Etendu, Petits Fours, and even the Grande Pro 1X palette to create your own custom palette. Another perfect palette for on the go is the Sydney Grace Summer Days Eyeshadow DEEP Palette. Don’t let the name fool you — this palette is ideal for glam looks for any day of the year! The nine matte and shimmer shades feature highly pigmented neutrals, transition shades, deep mattes and rich shimmers for an extra pop, making it perfect for both day and night looks. Melt Cosmetics Brunet LEARN MORE Viseart Minxette Etendu LEARN MORE Sydney Grace Summer Days Deep LEARN MORE Holiday Party Sparkle Naturally, the holidays often come with seasonal gatherings, which is the perfect time to try out a festive makeup look! If you’re creating a rich, high-impact look this season, the new Viseart Petits Fours Palettes have you covered. Lapis is a stunning quad that is inspired by jazz looks from the 1920s, featuring a royal sapphire blue, sparkling champagne silver, shimmery bronze, and matte vanilla to blend it all together. If you’re looking for a quad that captures the effervescence of a glass of champagne, Bullion offers three high shine shimmers and a richly pigmented matte black for a smoldering party look. Additionally, the LORAC Mini PRO Palette in Mystic Oak has the perfect shimmer shades for a bright and sparkling eye look in LORAC’s iconic PRO formula. Their foil, metallic and mattes can combine to create stunning, glittery eye looks all year, with high-quality ingredients like shea butter, cucumber extract and vitamin E to help the skin stay fresh. It’s also vegan, cruelty-free, and fragrance-free. If you want just a dash of sparkle to your existing eyeshadow collection, the Lethal Cosmetics GLITCH Liquid Shadow Berlin 89 Collection provides a multichromatic pop to any eye look with gorgeous gold and silver options with shades Bandwidth and Syntax. This water-based formula offers high longevity and zero fallout, perfect for standing out at holiday parties or using as a glittery base to lock in any other shimmering shades. Viseart Lapis LEARN MORE Viseart Bullion LEARN MORE LORAC Mystic Oak LEARN MORE Lethal Cosmetics Glitch LEARN MORE Cool-Toned Beauty While warm, shimmery shadows have their time and place, plenty of cooler-toned palettes are perfect for everyday looks. If you (or the lucky people you’re shopping for) have a skin tone more suited for cool shades and hues, then check out Scott Barnes SNatural No 2 Eyeshadow Palette. This palette is perfect for day or night and features 12 highly blendable, pigmented shades with minimal fallout. The shades range from cool beige to dark coffee with lovely silver-toned and cool bronze shimmer and matte options. Viseart Cashmerie Étendu Eyeshadow Palette is another cool-toned palette inspired by the coziness of autumn that’ll add a little spice to any eyeshadow collection. The twelve glamorous shades are ideal for both day and night, and you can even use a wet brush with their formula to embolden their pigment further. This palette has both shimmer and matte shadow options with mauve and copper hues, so if you’re looking to stick with cool-toned mattes exclusively, check out the Dose of Colors Pretty Cool Eyeshadow Palette. The rich taupe to brown shade range is ideal for any cool-toned makeup look on all skin tones, making it an excellent gift option this holiday season. This palette is ideal for deep brown looks, from a chocolate smokey eye to a powder-based eyeliner. It also includes a high-quality, dual-ended brush that can be used to create both perfectly blended and precise eye looks. It could also be used to fill in eyebrows, especially for makeup artists who need a natural range for their clients. Scott Barnes Snatural No 2 LEARN MORE Viseart Cashmerie Etendu LEARN MORE Dose of Colors Pretty Cool LEARN MORE Pops of Color If traditional eyeshadow palettes have filled your collection and you’re searching for something new, try out a palette with some pops of color. For neutral lovers that are taking their first dip into the world of color, the LORAC PRO Palette Fairytale Forest features some traditional neutral shades as well as rich metallic tones perfect for the holiday season — all at an excellent price point. The luxurious emerald green is a particularly trending color, so it would also make for a fantastic gift for the makeup lovers in your life. The highly pigmented colors in this palette range from light nude to deep rose and sienna-tinted mattes, as well as bright champagne (perfect for that inner corner highlight), rose gold, bronze, and burgundy ultra-glittery shimmers. If you’re feeling bold and vibrant jewel-toned shades are more your speed, then check out Viseart’s Bijouxette Etendu Eyeshadow Palette. Along with nude transition colors, this palette offers bold shimmers in a variety of shades, ranging from bronze to gold to aqua to indigo, to complement any eye color or outfit. Try adding one of the shimmery shades as a liner for a unique look this holiday. If you have plenty of palettes and want a quick pop of color, consider using a cream shadow to dress up your look! For example, you can use a long-lasting cream shadow in a new fun color as an eyeliner. We love Sydney Grace’s Cream Shadows because they come in over 20 bold and bright colors with a creamy and metallic formula. They’re highly pigmented and will stay in place all holiday party long, so no need to worry if you decide to stay out a little later to celebrate. For an eyeliner option that’s easy to use and the preferred choice for those with extra sensitive eyes, Lethal Cosmetics SIDE FX Gel liners are long-lasting, highly pigmented gel liners that are comfortable to wear on your waterline and come in various fun and trendy shades. **for the shoppable products, put fairytale forest, bijouxette, and the cream shadows - no need to put the side fx gel liners in the shoppable for this** LORAC Fairytale Forest LEARN MORE Viseart Bijouxette LEARN MORE Sydney Grace Cream Shadow LEARN MORE Final Touches to Get Camera Ready Of course, we couldn’t talk about our favorite holiday picks without sharing a few extra recommendations to achieve the ultimate glam. Below are our recommendations to complete whatever look you’re going for this winter! LIP PREP: Don’t forget, no winter or holiday look is complete without healthy, hydrated lips and a light dusting of highlighter. Since many classic holiday glam looks include a bold red or berry lip, it’s important to keep your lips in tip top shape so that you can wear a long lasting lip product without your lips looking dry.   To keep your lips feeling plump and fresh in the dry winter weather, we recommend the Jouer Essential Hydrating Lip Oil. This product keeps your lips feeling fresh without a sticky finish, and it includes 99% plant-derived ingredients and is fragrance-free, making it safe for sensitive skin. If you’re searching for high-quality lip hydration without the shine, then the Jouer Essential Hydrating Matte Balm will be your new go-to product. CHEEKS: Highlighter is a great way to add sparkle and shine to your makeup look, and the Jouer Powder Highlighter is a classic option with several glowing, diverse shades for any skin tone. If you prefer a liquid highlight, the Melt Cosmetics SexFoil Liquid Highlighter offers a range of pearly shades that are hydrating and can be used all over the body making them the perfect choice for a winter outfit that shows off your neck, chest, or decolletage. While a single highlighter shade might make sense as a gift or for personal use, makeup artists will love the versatility of the Danessa Myricks Beauty Light Work Palette and Scott Barnes Glowy & Showy N1 Highlighter Palette. Each palette offers a wide range of glowy shades to help their clients feel festive! Feeling Inspired? Whether you’re gifting any of these products to a friend or just shopping for yourself, we have what you need for you and your loved ones to stay Camera Ready all year long. If you need help picking the perfect palette or want tips on how to achieve the perfect holiday glam, our Beauty Advisors are here to help! Click here to drop them a line, and from all of us here at Camera Ready Cosmetics, we wish you a beautiful and happy holiday season! About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.
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Introducing Jouer: Where Luxury Meets Performance

Introducing Jouer: Where Luxury Meets Performance

When it comes to the products we like to stock in our kits, we know highly pigmented and long-wearing products are essential. If the packaging is beautiful and the products are formulated with skin-loving ingredients, it's an added bonus that makes each makeup session a luxurious treat for our clients. Jouer embodies all of those qualities and more, and that's why we're proud to add Jouer Cosmetics to our Camera Ready family!   In this blog, we're taking a deep dive into the story behind the brand, explaining their approach to clean beauty, and spotlighting our favorite products to get Camera Ready! Christina Zilber discovered her love for beauty and style at an early age. Her mother, a former fashion model, taught Zilber that makeup should be classic and effortless, enhancing a woman’s natural beauty and accentuating what she loves about herself. Zilber has adopted this mantra as her own, and shares it with Jouer.   Christina set out to create a luxury, clean cosmetics brand with a feminine, French playful twist. Her collections inspired the name of the Jouer, a French word that means “to play". You’ll always see a little playfulness in everything we create from shade names to our products and down to the packaging.   Launched in 2008, Zilber designed Jouer to provide a fresh, editorial view of makeup to complement a woman’s individual fashion sense and lifestyle. From natural washes of color to intensely pigmented, full-coverage formulas, Jouer offers clean ingredients, supreme wearability, unmatched quality, and award-winning packaging for the modern woman.   Beyond the world of beauty, Christina works with UNICEF to help create opportunities for women around the world. What Clean Beauty Means to Jouer The team at Jouer is proud to provide luxury cosmetics and skincare with the highest quality ingredients. They focus on creating products that leave your skin looking and feeling better with every use and beauty essentials that are formulated with ingredients that matter to you.   Each year, they dedicate time to research the ever-changing landscape of clean beauty and continue to pledge to tighten their standards, say no to toxins, and to update their ingredient lists to deliver clean products that offer better beauty for you and your skin.  Staying on top of the latest guidelines and studies isn't just a priority for them, it's a passion. Their products are always free of talc, parabens, mineral oil, gluten, sulfates, phthalates, TEA, synthetic fragrances over 1%, formaldehyde, coal tar, hydroquinone, triclosan, triclocarban, aluminum salt, carbon black, lead, and animal fat. In addition to striving to provide clean beauty products for makeup lovers across the world, the entire Jouer collection is formulated without gluten. No wheat, hydrolyzed wheat protein, barley, oat, or oat derivatives. Complexion Perfection When you think of clean beauty, you may not expect to find highly pigmented and long-wearing formulas, but Jouer has created the perfect clean beauty solution for those wanting great coverage and skin-friendly ingredients. You only need one drop of foundation to cover an entire face, and it provides comfortable high coverage all-day wear thanks to skin-loving ingredients like Hyaluronic Acid, chamomile extract, and triple peptide complex. For extra coverage and spot concealing, you’ll love the convenience of their Essential High Coverage Concealer Pens. They are super kit-friendly thanks to their compact side and offer a precision tip that helps to hide under-eye circles with ease. Lip Products that Perfect No look is complete without a perfected pout, and Jouer has you covered with a wide range of lip products for every occasion. The Essential Hydrating Matte Balm is the perfect way to soften lips while you're applying makeup and will provide long-lasting shine-free hydration for your male clients. If you're aiming for a no-makeup makeup look with a wash of color and shine, the Essential Lip Enhancer Shine Balm provides lightweight moisture with a hint of color for smooth, shiny, kissable, baby soft lips. For a high shine product that also conditions the lips, we recommend the Essential Hydrating Lip Oil. One swipe of this nourishing formula will leave your lips smoother and healthier thanks to ingredients including apricot and jojoba seed oil and a dose of vitamin E. Enhancing Natural Beauty To achieve the signature Jouer natural beauty look, create multidimensional glow by adding a dash of warmth to your face with one of the three Sunswept Bronzer Duos designed for different skin tones and a wash of color by swirling your brush into both shades from your favorite Blush Bouquet Duo before brushing it onto your cheeks. Add a hint of Powder Highlighter to the tops of your cheekbones, along the bridge of your nose, and a touch above your cupid’s bow, and you’re almost done! Pick from one of their cult-favorite lip products, and that’s it. You’re Camera Ready! Ready to Explore Jouer? If you've always wanted to try Jouer, you can now do so at Camera Ready! Need help deciding which products you want to add to your kit? Our Beauty Advisors are here to help! Drop them a line at beautyadvisor@crcmakeup.com. About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground. 
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The Fall Trend We've Been Loving for Years

The Fall Trend We've Been Loving for Years

The Return of Black Eyeliner While dewy, “no makeup” makeup looks have been a dominating trend since 2020, bold, black eyeliner has been making a comeback. There’s something inherently empowering about pure black liner —it provides a subtle edge to shift a neutral makeup look into something luxurious, even powerful. From sharp cat eyes to abstract geometric art, black eyeliner is appearing again as a top makeup trend for 2021. Bold Eyes at Fashion Week The 2021 Spring/Summer Fashion Week in New York touted dramatic black lids on several models. Fashion designers including Stella McCartney, Alice + Olivia, and Savage x Fenty decided for various dark and dramatic black eyeliner looks. Though each designer had their own specific aesthetic, deep-set eyes with unique accents comprised several of this year’s looks. Black eyeliner can be intimidating for makeup newcomers and pros alike, due to its striking effects and infamous inability to be easily touched up. You can stay Camera Ready with several of our products that make it easy to create your perfect bold liner look. Let's talk about some of our best selling black eyeliner options! Jillian Dempsey Khol Eyeliner If you want to rock a sultry, grunge look then the Jillian Dempsey Khol Eyeliner is the right choice for you. This smooth, all-natural pencil liner is made of organic shea butter, jojoba oil, and marula oil, resulting in easy application and removal. It also includes a built-in smudger on one end of the pencil, allowing you to achieve incredibly smokey looks with minimal effort. While there are several color options to choose from, Jet Black will provide you with the darkest eye look. In addition to their naturally derived ingredients, this popular eyeliner pencil is also waterproof and cruelty-free, making it a great option for sustainable shoppers. Inglot Eye Essentials Set Looking for an eyeliner kit suitable for various makeup looks? Check out the Inglot Eye Essentials Set. This kit is ideal for makeup newbies and pros alike, as it includes everything you might need to create versatile eye looks with smooth black gel eyeliner and a 31T precision brush for flawless liner application. The kit’s feature product is the Inglot Duraline, a versatile clear liquid that can be mixed with any makeup product to increase its longevity, wearability, and overall pigmentation. Combine the Inglot Duraline with the gel liner for a dramatic eye look that’ll last throughout the entire day. Stila Stay All Day Dual-Ended Liquid Liner This dynamic dual-ended eyeliner from Stila features two distinct applicator tips for their iconic waterproof liquid liner formula. One end features their original precision felt tip, perfect for lines of any thickness and shape. The other end features an ultra-precise micro tip for increased accuracy and control of more detailed eye looks. If you like to play around with graphic eyeliner, this two-in-one liquid liner will help you to create precisely perfect makeup looks like the pros. Laura Mercier Tightline Cake Eye Liner If you’re looking for a softer, smokier eye look, try Laura Mercier’s Tightline Cake Eye Liner compact. This powder-based eyeliner is ideal for adding a bit of glamorous haze under the eyes or emboldening a traditional cut crease. In addition, the dermatologist-tested formula is safe for sensitive skin, as well as contact lens wearers. This is a perfect option for those who prefer powder-based eyeliner but don’t want the fallout. Despite its powder base, this eyeliner is waterproof and smudge-proof, providing a powerful look that lasts all day long without fading. L.A. Girl Gel Glide Eyeliner Pencil To add a bit of sparkle to a strong liner look, check out the L.A. Girl Gel Glide eyeliner pencil in Black Magic. This glittery gel liner’s smooth, seamless finish provides the feel of a liquid liner with the easy application of an eye pencil. In addition to the sparkly black shade, this eyeliner pencil also comes in a regular matte black shade and over 10 other highly pigmented options — if you like to add a pop of color to your liner looks. It’s also competitively priced for the product’s quality and longevity. Lethal Cosmetics SIDE FX Gel Liner Longevity and comfort are key factors when selecting a gel liner for. Lethal Cosmetics SIDE FX Gel Liner has quickly become a fan favorite thanks to the rich pigmentation and ability to stay in the waterline for hours on end. Through rough weather, intense physical activity, or spontaneous outbursts of emotion, this gel liner will stay where it should until you're ready to call it a day. This gel liner is also available in UV reactive and bold grungy shades that are perfect for fall. Feeling Inspired? No matter what brand you use, bold eyeliner looks are back and here to stay. These styles have appeared in various beauty trends on the runway and celebrities, but now is the time to get more creative than ever and try new, fun looks! With makeup artists and influencers alike pushing the boundaries of modern makeup, the opportunities are endless. Check out more of our eyeliner options to find the best fit for you! A special thank you to makeup artist and photographer Josselyn Ramirez for allowing us to share her beautiful work with model @yennifer_jc. About Camera Ready Cosmetics Camera Ready Cosmetics was founded in 2003 by Makeup Artist Mary Erickson. She dreamed of having a pro makeup showroom where artists could play with professional products without the typical makeup store attitude. Today, our team of beauty industry veterans work together to curate the best quality products on the market. We partner with brands who respect the industry and formulate products for true working artists. You won’t find CRC in high-end malls, and we don't wear matching brush belts. If you want to play with products for a few hours and buy nothing, that's okay ... come in and play! Our store is your playground.
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