Posted by Angelica Chayes on Wed, Dec 02, 2009 @ 11:23 AM
Because I work for the most fabulous makeup company ever, as the holidays approach the hints and outright requests for makeup start rolling in thick and fast from my friends and relations. I love to put together fun little "collections" for them, and I thought these might spark some fun gift ideas:
Best gift under $50: Chocoholicks, hands down. The adorable packaging, the yummy scent and taste: it's like giving chocolates and makeup at the same time!
Best gift around $10: Chocoholicks wins again: Buy the set and break them up into individuals. Stuff them in a stocking (or two); or pair them with a chocolate truffle for a great Secret Santa treat!
If that doesn't cover everyone, let's look at the lovelies in our lives that we want to delight:
Is she Dancing With the Stars? How about the Bling Eyeshadow Kit and the White/Pink Highlighter Pencil? Try placing them in an inexpensive but fancy clutch.
Is she a Twilight Temptress? Give her the look with Pinot Noir Liquid Eyeliner, 24-Karat Rose Gold and Rasberry PureGloss. Pair them with a little moonstone ring, and you've got her ticket!
What about the Princess who has everything? It's the Limited Edition Sweet 15 Kit for her! This hot commodity is sold out in many places and may be hard to find, so check a location near you.
Do you have a friend you're dying to make over? The one who is so caught up in more mindful pursuits, she pays no attention to her gorgeous appearance? She may be no fuss, but just a touch here and there.... A flick of Longest Lash Mascara, a whisper of In Touch Cream Blush and a kiss of PureGloss in Just Gloss or In The Pink, and she's done. Present them with a beautiful blank notebook, and she'll know you cherish her inner world too.
What to get the outdoorsy gal? She skis or snowboards, she hikes, she bikes, she plays in the garden. Help her protect her skin so she can focus on the activities she loves! Pair Powder-Me SPF, Dream Tint and Lip Drink together with a big, broad-brimmed hat (try a brimmed beanie if she's a snow bunny).
Is the sugarplum fairy in your life still playing dress-up? Give her the gift of shimmer with an assortment of Eye Glosses or the 24-Karat Gold Mine Kit. Put your baking skills to work and pair her pretty gift with this sweet treat.
We all know (and love) a drama queen! The Silver Lining PurePressed Eyeshadow Triple and Midnight Blue Pencil along with an elegant black cashmere scarf gives her all the glamour she needs.
These are just a few ideas to get you started. Is there someone on your list that has you stumped? Leave a comment below and we'll do our best to help!
Posted by Angelica Chayes on Sat, Nov 14, 2009 @ 05:44 AM
Got New Moon madness? Even if you don't, everyone else seems to, so why not get in on the fun? Here's a way to capture all the drama and excitement of the second installment of the Twilight series in a look that's PG by day, and red-hot by night.
Our own Internet Marketing Assistant, Carleen, came in this morning rocking this amazing vampire eye look, inspired by the Twilight series and the sensational Prada's fall '09 runway look. We all loved this look on the runway, but none of us were quite so sure how to translate it into a wearable version. Our heartfelt thanks to Carleen for figuring it out!
This is how she did it:
- First, line eyes with copper end of Double Dazzle.
- Apply 24 Karat Rose Gold to entire lid by patting it on with the Deluxe Shader Brush.
- Use Oyster PurePressed Eyeshadow to highlight the brow bone.
- Finish with Black Ice Longest Lash Mascara.
One thing to keep in mind: I'm a beauty fanatic, but I'm not a photographer, so my apologies for the sub-par quality of the photos. Also, these pictures were taken at 5pm. It's the end of the day and with no touch ups (we wouldn't let her), Carleen is still looking way, way Bella.
Coming soon: An evening version of this seductive look for a special occasion look that will "Eclipse" everyone else's!
Posted by Angelica Chayes on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 @ 04:11 PM
Beauty means so many things to different people, but most of us identify with one (or many) icons of beauty and style. Do you see yourself as the easy-going beauty next door? Are you classically stylish with a quirky twist? Maybe you're a blonde bombshell, a sultry vixen, or a fearless trend-setter. Or maybe it depends on the day!
Whoever you are or would like to be, let your voice be heard! We have a fun poll on Facebook, and would love to know: who is your beauty icon?
Posted by Angelica Chayes on Mon, Jun 15, 2009 @ 09:50 AM
One of the things I love about jane iredale mineral make-up is how versatile it is. So I really got excited about this tip from one of our sales consultants: Mix an Eye Gloss in with your lip color to make it more color-stay. Her own favorite combination is to mix the Peach Eye Gloss with Clarity In Touch Cream Blush then top with In the Pink PureGloss. She says "It is my FAVORITE pale pink and it stays all night!
The combinations are endless: Some suggestions for Eye Gloss shades include Peach, Champagne, Lilac, and Wine Silk (especially lovely on darker skin tones). I mixed Lilac Silk Eye Gloss with Erin LipColour to create the perfect shade of cool, shimmery pink that complimented this gorgeous eye shadow look using Cloud Nine. And it lasted for hours. A bit of gloss or Lip Drink on top helps keep it moist.
Posted by Angelica Chayes on Mon, Jun 15, 2009 @ 08:04 AM
Whether you're using cream or powder blush, apply it to the apples of the cheeks, which is the part that protrudes when you smile. I know you've heard that part a million times but here is the key: apply color no closer in than the iris of your eye, and then blend up and out. This simple make-up technique really opens up the face and makes a huge difference (thanks Jane)!
Posted by Angelica Chayes on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 @ 05:25 PM
OK, so summer is here and I know many of us are tempted to run outside and try to "get some color." Well, there is no such thing as a healthy tan, but here is a great tip to give your legs (arms, etc.) a gorgeous glow:
Take Brush-Me-Bronze and lightly cover the legs, arms or other area you want to bronze (don't be alarmed; it will blend out!). Mist about three sprays of D2O (or your favorite Hydration Spray) to the area and blend product out with the Blending Brush. This fabulous makeup tip comes from Tricia C, Makeup Artist extrordinaire and Director of Education.
Posted by Angelica Chayes on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 @ 05:23 PM
Here is an example of how makeup brushes can make a huge difference in your makeup application:
Dream Tint is a beautiful, light-textured tinted moisturizer with SPF 15. It really is a dream come true! It can certainly be applied with your fingers, but to get the best results, use the Blending Brush to blend it in. It's definitley worth it!
Dot Dream Tint onto the face then really work it into the skin with the Blending Brush. You can't be too vigorous! It takes about 12 seconds from start to finish and is so goof-proof, I have even done it without a mirror! Results? Flawless, no-makeup look, perfect alone or for more coverage, under your regular foundation. Thanks to celebrity makeup artist Christian McNally for this how-to!
Posted by Angelica Chayes on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 @ 04:30 PM
One of the fundamentals of applying makeup is putting that contour shade in the crease. Everyone just assumes we know how to do it! These tips make it fool-proof. 
To find your crease, close your eye and press on it gently. The crease is the indent that hugs the top half of your eyeball.
Apply your contour shade in the crease with your eye open. If you close your eye to apply your contour shadow, it will disappear into the crease when you open your eye.
Use a "windshield wiper" motion lifting your brush as little as possible. Follow the natural contour of the eye and blend up and out. You may wish to bring the color onto the outer corner of the eyelid a bit too, creating a sideways "V." Some wonderful makeup brushes to try include the Eye Shader Brush and Crease Brush for a softer look; or the Eye Contour Brush for more drama.
Sometimes I use a lighter shade in the crease, sometimes darker, sometimes shimmer, sometimes matte. Don't be afraid to experiment!
Posted by Angelica Chayes on Tue, Jun 09, 2009 @ 02:51 PM
Hello makeup lovers!
One of the best things about working at jane iredale is... well, THE MAKEUP! We have access to so much beautiful makeup here, and to some of the best makeup artists in the world. As you can imagine, since we spend so much time playing with makeup, we come up with some interesting and unusual ways to use it. If you love makeup as much as we do, you can never get enough makeup tips! So we thought it would be fun to share tips and tricks gathered from jane iredale employees, makeup artists, educators, and even Jane Iredale herself. I hope you try them, enjoy them and share your results and your own jane iredale makeup tips with us!
Cheers,
Angelica