(I also have some other favorites, that if you just ask I may tell! HA) Need recommendations? Questions? Want to state your Favorites? Please let me know with your comments..Cheers!
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Favorite Beauty Products of 2008! at SCS
(I also have some other favorites, that if you just ask I may tell! HA) Need recommendations? Questions? Want to state your Favorites? Please let me know with your comments..Cheers!
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Beauty Buzz at SCS! Lash Enhancing Drug...
Monday, December 29, 2008
Looking into the New Year!
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas from Kelley Epps-Woods!
Beauty Buzz. Lush Indulgence on SCS!
Friday, December 19, 2008
Life in the fast lane..Paris Hilton's Pink Bentley..
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Crabtree and Evelyn's Aromatherapy Distillations to the Rescue
As I worked out last night, and yes I'm feeling it today, I couldn't wait to hop into some of my beauty products I had yet to use. My body was calling for it, and my senses sure needed relief. To my rescue comes Crabtree and Evelyn's Aromatherapy Distillations Revitalizing - Skin Conditioning Body Wash. It's like a dream in a bottle. With its invigorating aroma of lemon and coriander essential oils it was just what I needed to get a quick pick me up before I had to tackle the rest of the night's task.And did I even speak of the body butter! My husband is gonna kill me, but he love's it. Its one of the best moisturizers I have tried in a long time. With a blend of mango, coconut and avocado it's so rich it melts on contact. I am big on moisturizer and he often teases me about my use of it. It is great for your hands, feet and just about any where you need great moisturzing. Heck, for the winter month's alone this should be your ticket! It's wonderful.. Crabtree & Evelyn Aromatherapy Distillations, $17.50 - 32.00
Sunday, December 14, 2008
Alexandra Neel's Platform Boots!
Friday, December 12, 2008
..the New Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual
Once again, Bobbi Brown has come out with another book called, Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual.
If you have had any of her makeup books Bobbi, is generous with her knowledge, and she is really inspiring. The cover actually really got me.. It's beautiful, and so girly.
Go pick up a copy, It's one for the read..
Bobbi Brown Makeup Manual at SCS!
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
The most perfect Stocking Stuffer.. Kiehls Lip Balm #1
For those who may be exhausted with just your original scent, Kiehl's has come out with three new scents, Vanilla, Mango, and Coconut..
If your like me, get all of them. You never know when the mood will strike and you want to smell Vanilla, or Mango on a fun day, or Coconut when your dreaming of your days at the beach.
This is the perfect stocking stuffer.. and if anyone needs a gift suggestion *hint hint*.. I would more than elated to have these in my Stocking... ;-)
Kiehl's, Kiehl's Lipbalm #1, $8.50
Monday, December 8, 2008
DC Wedding Makeup Artist | ...the greatness of Wedding Day Makeup...
Face Mode Beauty Studios has Launched !!!
This post is probably one of the most special post to date, because Face Mode, LLC has been everything I am in Makeup Artistry for the past 6 years. I can't believe how time flies, but I also remember how many pot holes, puddles, and bridges I had to cross to get here. By no means am I where I want to be, but I have come along way in these many years.
Face Mode, LLC has been in existence since 2002, and in 2004 launched Face Mode Brides, dedicated to my Brides. I have had atleast 4 sites for Face Mode to date, and this counts as the 5th.
Face Mode, and Face Mode Brides will now be Face Mode Beauty Studios. I am sooo excited for the upcoming opportunities in store for FMBS. I have more exciting updates soon!
Hint Hint!
Please check out the relaunch of Face Mode, now known as Face Mode Beauty Studios !!
Highlighting with...MAC Minerlize Skinfinish...
After a few group shots, I packed what was left of my supplies and headed home.
I got to use a few new products Friday, that I am so in love with, that of course I have to share.
One in particular is MAC's Mineralize Skinfinish. This stuff is amazing.. Yes, I have owned some in the past, but I actually bought one as a highlighter. I have bought many highlighting products, and they still sit in my kit. But, I tried MAC's Mineralize Skinfinish in Shimpagne, and it was amazing.
Used on the bridge of the nose, and on the cheeks it created the best highlight. Just a few sweeps of the brush, I was done. As I got the oohhhs, and ahhhhs, I knew this would be a staple in my kit for times to come..
MAC Mineralize Skinfinish , $25 maccosmetics.com
Kelley Epps-Woods
Friday, December 5, 2008
Victoria Secret's 2008 Fashion Show Makeup in Review
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Client spotlight.. Wendy McIntyre.. Makeup focus
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
SCS...Dare to be Seen in Red... Lips..?
I've been on red lips for some time now and with the Holiday approaching I thought it was very appropriate.
Check out Beauty Buzz for some hot reds.. for your lips..
Beauty Buzz. Dare to be Seen in Red... Lips?
Illustration/Article: by Kelley D.
Kissable Couture's Smooches!
For those of you who have never tried Kissable Couture Lip glosses, now is a great time to Try them! Kissable Couture is introducing Kissable Couture Smooches! How cute.
Five Mini Lip Glosses in their most popular shades..
Great as a stocking stuff or gift for some special fab girl!
Kissable Couture, Kissable Couture Smooches, $32.00(value $66.00!)
Over at Second City Style.. Designer Sketch's of Inaugrual Ball Gowns...
This Monique Lhuillier is absolutely beautiful! Would look great against her skin and finished off with a nice red lipstick..
This Michael Kors is a very classic dress, and is very understated. However, it is polished and still regal. Beautiful choice..
How gorgeous is this green in Carolina Herrera's dress... This would look great against Mrs. Obama's skin. Love it!
Regardless, I think Michelle would like great in any of these!
Kelley Epps-Woods
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Beauty Give-a-ways!!
Monday, December 1, 2008
Contoured Cheeks.. Beauty Buzz at SCS.
Post Thanksgiving.. Bobbi Brown treasures..
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!
Sunday, November 23, 2008
my necessity.. lipgloss! - Beaute Cosmetics...
I have tried many glosses in my day, and I must say this is one of the best feeling, 'does what is says it can do', glosses I have ever tried. It's no wonder that Lindsey Lohan, Rosario Dawson, Mary J. Blige, and Jennifer Lopez, has used this fabulous gloss on their lips!
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
SCS Beauty Buzz! Carol Alt Reveals 'Raw' Skin Care Line!
I'm sure it will be great! I know what a healthy raw diet can do for the body...
Check out the article: Carol Alt at SCS
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
DC Wedding Makeup Artist | My weekend of Consultations..
I'm also in the midst of revamping my site, and I cannot wait! I use to get so many request and rave reviews for my before and afters... and I actually will post on my new site..
Here are a few from my weekend Consultations. They are glowing!!
"...For every Bride that sits in my chair, I take a minute to scope their face, and see what qualities and features are their best. Once I know that, I build around their best feature, whether it's their eyes, lips, or great cheeks. Every Bride has something special. And the key to my makeup application is to enhance their look, not take away. There is something special about working with Brides. There is always something different, never a face the same ;-) "
Source: All makeup and pictures by FaceModeBrides
Kelley D. Epps-Woods
Beauty Buzz on SCS.. Your Perfect Eye Cream
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
My 'Product of the Moment'...
I absolutely adore them, and everytime I wear it people want to know what I'm wearing. My favorites are Amber Russe ( a pretty soft plum/brown with silver specks), Goldensoft (a soft bronze with pearl). I may slip on Moonstone one day or Sapalicious the next.
For all of the cult followers of the Lipglass, that may not necessarily like the stickiness, try the Lip gelee's.. They will be your new best friend.
Lip Gelee, Mac Cosmetics (US $14), maccosmetics.com
Kelley D. Epps-Woods
Lancome ..hosting Book party for The Dress Doctor
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November 20th
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November 22nd
UPPER WEST SIDE – 201 Columbus Ave. (at 69th Street) New York, NY 10023 Phone: 212-362-4858
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Kelley D. Epps-Woods
Sunday, November 9, 2008
My Weekend with Essence..
I started the morning at 7 am to do Ms. Dee Marshall's, TV Lifestyle Expert, makeup for the Essence Conference. Of course, she was up and ready to get glammed. We chatted, and soaked up the early morning, and with the last swipe the blush, I headed out for what was next on my agenda.
Getting dressed in the car, ( lol, I know) I got my game face on to get ready to work the Essence Young Women's Leadership Conference. This was going to be a 10 hour work day at the Conference, but I was ready!
The Conference was so inspirational, to see so many young women energetic and ready to receive everything they could from the Conference.
My whole day consisted of doing registrations, and running from sessions to sessions.. We had phenomal speakers such as, Vanessa and Angela Simmons (MTV's "Run's House"/ Pastry Sneakers and Apparel); author/media exective Amy DuBois Barnett (Get Yours! How to Have Everything You Ever Dreamed of and More), financial expert Glinda Bridgfort (Girl, Get Your Credit Straight!), music executive Shanti Das (Exectuvie VP of Urban Marketing and Artist Development , Universal Motown); Capricorn Clark (Global Brand Manager, Sean John, TV Personality, VH1's "I want to Work for Diddy"); and lawyer/TV host/interior designer Lauren Lake (HGTV's "Spice Up My Kitchen").
“It is important for ESSENCE to provide our younger readers with the tools and information necessary for a bright and successful future, “says Angela Burt-Murray, editor-in-chief, Essence.
After 10 hours, and standing in heels, I was quite exhausted, but still amped... The conference was a great success, and so many young women left with a resource of information.
So, I would say I had a great balance for the day.. Volunteering for something I believed in, as well as doing something I love.
Ms. Dee Marshall and I, after a long day at the conference..Her makeup is still holding though!
Kelley D. Epps-Woods
Friday, November 7, 2008
Nars the Multiple has gone Bronze..
I can't wait to try them, sometimes its hard finding the right bronzer, especially in powder form. I'm so glad to see a stick form that easy to apply and easy to blend.. That is definitely important. Nars here I come!
Nars the Multiple, sephora.com
Kelley D. Epps-Woods
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Pearls are a girls best friend! Pearls by Carol's Daughter
Pearls by Carol's Daughter sparkles with lemon verbena and the luscious aspect of apricot and peach. The fragrance evolves into a voluptuous floral heart of intoxicating jasmine, rose and violet leaves topped off by warm vanilla and sweet caramel. In a word…delicious.