The #MyTwoCents blog serves nutritious cosmetic FACTS…are you hungry?
I have an insatiable hunger for knowledge, and I make sure it’s relevant, well researched, factual, and fun.
This blog is full of tasty and nutritious cosmetic news, product reviews, makeup tutorials, industry gossip…and a rant or two. There’s always room at the table for one more, so pull up a seat and EAT!
Cosmetic Shopping – What The Salesperson Wishes You Knew
Does shopping in the cosmetic department intimidate you? Confuse you? Frustrate You? The salespeople really want to help you...but you have to help them help...
SPF In Foundation – Real Protection or Deceptive Marketing?
SPF in foundfation has always been one of my hot-button topics. When I discuss the products that should provide your UV protection, foundation is NOT one of...
Sanitizing With Alcohol And Why Percentages Matter
There's a constant debate among beauty professionals over the correct concentration/percentage of alcohol required to sanitize work surfaces and tools....
Back To Basic – Eyeshadow Application
Makeup is FUN, but a six-color, double cut crease, with glitter, winged eyeliner, and false lashes is not for everyone. Let's hit the pause button on the...
Professional Rivalry
Makeup artistry, like any job, has its share of professional rivalry. I can appreciate healthy competitive spirit where the intent is to push ourselves...
HD Powder – Facts & Mistakes
There’s a lot of misinformation about HD Powder – here are the facts about what it is, what it does, when to use it, and how to avoid mistakes.
The Daily Complexion – Part One
These are my quick picks for a nourished, even toned and well-protected daily complexion…not matter how busy your schedule gets! Bioderma Sensible H2O...
The Beauty Battle: Professionals vs Influencers
Recent articles about social media beauty influencers have sparked a bitter battle between enthusiasts and established beauty professionals. There's been a...
The Best Bridal Makeup Tips
A few years ago, I was asked to write a bridal beauty article for Martha Stewart Weddings. Whether you hire a professional makeup artist (recommended) or...
Everything Old Is New Again
When the internet was a baby (with no social media), Allure Magazine featured the Ben Nye Fireworks Fantasy Wheel (image above) in their Editor's Choice...
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