Oooh Lala...

I'll tumbr for ya

2011-08-12T10:46:00.000-07:00

One is never enough for a Gemini so here is my twin blog: Roxy Inspired

XxRxX

I LOVE WSSM

2011-08-02T10:47:00.000-07:00

My new beauty page in Women's Surf Style Magazine is on stands now!

I love writing for WSSM and supporting the amazing community of womens surfing. I am proudly a surfer of 17 yrs and going strong! Thank you WSSM for giving me a killer platform to share my beauty advise!

Find WSSM on stands now at Barnes and Nobles, Borders, Walden Books and Books-a-Million!

XRX

This in MY now...

2011-07-21T09:46:00.000-07:00

TAKE IN LOOK INSIDE MY MORNING THOUGHTS...

XrX

Its The Little Things

2011-07-13T14:20:00.000-07:00

That make me happy.

Currently INSPIRING ME in MAJOR WAYS...

CHANEL PRE-FALL CAMPAIGN

VOGUE PARIS (COVER SHOT BY MERT & MARCUS)

DOLCE & GABANNA WINTER 2012 CAMPAIGN

HENRI MATISSE "NUDE WITH PALMS"

VALENTINO FALL'12 COUTURE COLLECTION

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER FALL'12 COUTURE COLLECTION

ELLE DECOR (SO MY FLAVOR)

SANTORINI, GREECE

NATURE (ALWAYS)

XxRxX

GLOW YOUR WAY TO GORGEOUS WITH tarte!

2011-07-01T20:00:00.000-07:00

I am so exited to introduce the best makeup kit of the summer from one of my most favorite brands: tarte

tarte is known and loved by so many for using only natural ingredients in every product in the line (thanks Maureen!) so you can feel good and look good at the same time!

I rarely write about things like this however when I come across products that I fall in love with, I am happy to spread the love because I know how overwhelming the world of makeup can be these days. This kit provides everything you need to create a radiant look for day and night which is one of the reasons I love it so much. Its compact, easy and full of quality products that will complement any skin tone perfectly.

Click on the link to see and purchase: tarte

Founder & CEO Maureen Kelly to is going to appear live on QVC Saturday, 7/2 introducing the kit and if it sells out, then that's it! Inside you will find:

*A new shade of the Amazonian clay 12-hour blush in an exclusive QVC shade: peaceful soft pinkish-peach making it PERFECT for summer! (retail price: $25)

*A new QVC exclusive blush bamboo brush (retail price: $27)

*emphasEYES™ Amazonian clay waterproof cream eyeshadow in a new shade: a shimmering taupe making it perfect for day and night! It has massive staying power and is universal shade that will work on every skin tone! (retail price: $22)

*A new QVC exclusive eyeshadow bamboo brush (retail price: $28)

*smolderEYES Amazonian clay waterproof eyeliner with sharpener in a new shade: fig (brownie-plum; retail price: $25 available August 2011 separately)

*LipSurgence™ natural lip luster in a new shade Sweet: a golden pink shade making the perfect finish to your radiant look! (retail price: $24)

*Lights, camera, lashes! Clinically-proven natural mascara that really adds drama to your lashes but in a natural formula to keep them healthy! (retail price: $19)

You also get a deluxe mineral powder bronzer in park ave princess and a deluxe sample of tarte’s pure maracuja oil which delivers a high dose of essential fatty acids and vitamin C to hydrate your skin.

All of these items come in a beautiful purple zip up makeup bag and is sold RIGHT NOW only on QVC for $49.94 so don't miss out!

Have fun glowing from your makeup in this gorgeous set!

X R X

Blushing

2011-05-07T14:49:00.000-07:00

Tiffany Campbell: Hey Roxy! I would love to know a blush color/brand to get a fresh from the beach look. Oh and I love your videos with you and the Tone it Up Girls :)

First of all Thank you SO much for your support Tiffany! This is a great question because so many women fear blush thinking it will make them look like a clown or "over-done". Blush, applied correctly, is actually the makeup product that can make you look fresh and awake. Here are a few of my favorites in a variety of formulas:

GEL:

Tarte Cheek Stains: Tarte makes my favorite stain/gel formula blush. Its so easy to use and comes in an awesome variety of colors. I like to apply it using my fingers and blending it just over the apples of the cheeks. An added bonus is that you can also use these stains on your lips and lids. This is a great formula for those with dry skin but is friendly to all types of skin.

CREAM:

Nars Cream Cheeks: I love these cream colors because they blend so softly and deposit the perfect amount of color. I sometimes use a brush like M.A.C's #188 to get a very light application or use my fingers to get a stronger wash of color. You can also use this product over your lips for a stained lip color.

POWDER:

Smashbox Blush Rush: These powder blushes rock. The colors melt into skin looking so natural and some come with a gorgeous shimmer (not glitter) leaving your cheeks with a fresh glow for hours.

To choose a color best to get a "fresh from the beach look" depends on your natural skin tone. I tend to work with more of the bright pink or coral shades because they come across very natural and healthy looking. The key is to blend the color softly over the apples of the cheeks where you naturally blush. I also like to apply a very light application to the bridge of your nose where you would also be slightly flushed from the sun. Remember that less is more and don't be afraid to try because you can always take it off and re-apply if you need to.

Happy blushing! :)

~~xRx~~

NOT A DROP OF MAKEUP

2011-05-02T10:38:00.000-07:00

Every year various magazines feature a story where they expose celebrities without makeup. Some of those magazines are tasteless and cruel others actually promote these high profile women from a positive and TRUE angle. Well I had the wonderful pleasure to work with PEOPLE MAGAZINE who most definitely spin their story "Not a Drop of Makeup" in a tasteful and REAL light.

I worked on 4 of the 10 beauties that are featured in the story all of which I put my word on were gorgeous wearing NOT A DROP OF MAKEUP. What I noticed and loved about all of these women was that they all came to set very comfortable to be wearing nothing but their true face. Sadly it is so rare to see that these days and especially when its a woman who is constantly in front of cameras.

I gave each of them an oxygen skin treatment from the amazing skincare line: Intraceuticals. This brought their already amazing skin to full hydration and a rejuvenated state ready for the camera. Intraceuticals offers an incredible skincare line outside the oxygen treatments as well and they were the products I used on the girls.

Although I am a makeup artist who loves color and using makeup as my medium to create art on faces; I am so particular about skincare and approach all of my jobs with full attention and concern to my clients skin before I even start thinking about the makeup.

After all it is my canvas.

It was the amazing makeup artist Shu Uemura who's philosophy was "Beautiful Makeup Starts with Beautiful Skin", he couldn't have said it better and this is a philosophy I swear by. I am so proud that I was a part of a shoot that will hopefully shed light on woman out there to not hide behind their natural beauty but rather own it like these women do.

Here are the shots I worked on in the story:
"NOT A DROP OF MAKEUP" shot by Don Flood

(click on the photo to enlarge)

~~XxRxX~~

5 Min Beauty!

2011-04-20T20:53:00.000-07:00

Q+ A TIME!

When I only have 5 minutes to get ready, what are the essential products I should choose out of my jammed packed makeup bag? I always try to pick a couple of products to use but end up taking forever and it makes me late!

- Journey Junee Filkosky Mahanke

Hi Journey!

Here are my favorite go-to products that offer up a natural, fresh and pulled together look when time for makeup is limited:

Tinted Moisturizer- I LOVE a good tinted moisturizer because they keep your skin looking healthy not "makeup"y" by depositing enough pigment to even out your skin tone and boosting its hydration. As a bonus, most of them also offer SPF protection so it's basically a 3-in-1 product which definitely saves you some time. Some of my favorites are from Laura Mercier and Stila because they really do a great job of delivering moister with sheer coverage (that you can layer nicely if you desire more) and have awesome staying power.

Mascara- This is my "desert island" product! I always, always, ALWAYS have mascara on (even when I surf or workout!) because it really wakes up the face with not much effort. Dior Show is a staple as well as Too Faced- Lash Injection. These mascaras really put on a show by giving you volume, length, and curl. I never leave home with out them!

Blush/Bronzer- Take your pick but definitely choose one. Bronzer is great for bringing nice dimension to your face and giving off a sun kissed look. Nars is a one-stop-shop for both bronzer and blush (I love the multiples!) Blush is a product that so many women shy away from but it can be the bridging product between looking dull or looking fresh. Brands like Tarte and Smashbox make powder blushes that blend beautifully and also give off a slight shimmer (not glitter) to bring out a gorgeous glow. Just remember that less is ALWAYS more and especially with color on the face!

Lips- The finishing touch! The most important element to bringing out the best in your lips is to HYDRATE them. Fresh makes a killer lip conditioner that smells SO good and also offers SPF. Once your lips are conditioned work your favorite gloss, stain or lipstick on them depending on what kind of finish you want.

Using these products should help to give you a natural, radiant look and allow you to NOT be late anymore ;)

~~XxRxX~~

(makeup by Roxy)

Volià!

2011-04-17T14:19:00.000-07:00

Christian Chauveau, the academy I attended in Paris was no joke.

It was 5 days a week, 8 hour days of makeup makeup makeup and all taught in French.

Did I speak French?

No.
It didn't matter. I understood what was going on and I was loving all of it.

Growing up, I was always using my hands to express creatively. My hands understood how to communicate visuals very comfortably and from this I found a real love for painting and drawing. With a mother who was always into her fashion and beauty (she is an amazing hair stylist) and through discovering my own love for it all, it was inevitable that I would be the friend who would design the makeup on my girlfriends faces for school dances or nights out. I loved it. I loved seeing my creations and how it made each one of girls feel.
Eventually that fun hobby of mine turned into a career...

I started working as a professional makeup artist in New York City but I wanted to take it to another level. What better of a situation for a wanderlust girl like me but to pick up and move to another country to gain that "next level."

It was during my attendance at Christian Chauveau that something special happened. My hands definitely worked the magic of makeup on a higher level because of my day in day out practice and the incredible instruction from the teachers, excuse me: les professeurs, but that wasn't the biggest tool I took home from mon ècole.

The real magic was how they trained my eyes to see makeup...

Perfection was taken to a new level.
Just when I thought I had everything brilliant, one little eyebrow hair would be off, they would fix it and Volià!
NOW it was perfect.
Their "photoshop eyes" taught mine to SEE everything and I cannot express enough how valuable this is to my work.

Living in Paris and attending this incredible academy was one of the best things I could have done for myself. Besides the brilliance of what the school had to offer, my surroundings in Paris where a constant source of inspiration. There is so much emotion to that city. From the beautiful architecture to the lovers in the street kissing in a crowd in midday light (something not as commonly seen here in the US) Emotions run wild in Paris and I took it all in.

There was nothing easy about picking up and moving all my life as a young adult from New York to France. I have never been a fan of easy though so I didn't think twice and left the US. I did not speak French and friends were limited at first. But I was committed. I would commit myself to being away until... Well, I really had no plan on when I was going to return, I just knew the moment would come to me if it was suppose to. Eventually it did. I came back to America with a fresh stock of inspiration, skills and some serious drive to succeed.

The memories I took with me while being a student living in Paris are priceless.

~~xXRXx~~

I drew inspiration from Venetian masks for an"artistic"face I had to create for school

My sketch idea

(click on images to see larger)

It was shot in black+white by mistake so the colors are not captured but I still adore how it came out.

EVERYTHING was taught in French. I love looking back into my notes.

My diploma :)

LIKE ME

2011-04-12T14:07:00.000-07:00

Its up and running! My new facebook fan page: https://www.facebook.com/ROXYLOOK.NET

My fan page is a wonderful opportunity for me to be more interactive with all of you that are interested in beauty and fashion! It won't stop there as my interests don't ;)

"Like"me

~~xRx~~

Starry Nights...

2011-03-30T22:25:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday and a HUGE thank you to Vincent Van Gogh who was born on this day in 1853.

Van Gogh's work is a infinite source of inspiration to my art. He was a post-impressionist artist who's work not only moves me but has played a huge role on influencing the world of ART we know it today.

Vivid colors, understanding of light, the use of texture and the ability to draw out emotions through his art is displayed in all of his work.
Cosmetics are not what drew me in to become a professional makeup artist: creation was and makeup became the medium that I seemed to have a natural flair of talent with and from this I could actually create a career from it.
So I have.
I love my career with every ounce of passion in me.
From painting on the walls and eventually moving onto canvases, I am constant channelling my admiration for artists like Van Gogh when I create. That is one of the greatest pleasures in my work... The endless need and constant sourcing for inspiration.

The gifts that artists like Van Gogh have left behind for us are so important...

Our world needs it's dreamers to stay inspired ....

XRX

A few of my favorites from V.V.G

Elizabeth...

2011-03-23T10:29:00.000-07:00

The Girl Who had Everything...

Today marks the day that the beautiful Elizabeth Taylor passes this life and moves on to her next.

She has ALWAYS been a face that inspired me. I think it was in Cleopatra that she stole my heart with her incredible blue eyeshadow, sleek black hair and regal head pieces/jewels... she was simply stunning.

She was one of thE greatest actresses to come from Hollywood's Golden Age offering the world so much inspiration through her existence. She will always be a legend in my eyes and will continue to be an inspiration to my art...

XRX

Cassie Scerbo!

2011-03-16T17:19:00.000-07:00

My Cover Shoot for BE! Magazine with Cassie Scerbo!

(click on the images to enlarge)

Cassie is so fun to work with and has incredible features to play with so I really wanted to bring them out while letting her natural beauty shine through. I used my favorites from Stila to create her looks.

Check out Cassie in Season 3 of her show "Make It or Break It" March 28th on ABC Family!

xXRXx

AMERICAN IDOL'ING

2011-03-10T19:04:00.000-08:00

With American Idol's new season exciting so many, I was inspired to go into my Iphoto and re visit the many photos I took while Keying the Makeup for America Idol's Concert Tour Season 7.

A lot of talent came from that season and some amazing friendships for me as well.

Here are a few BTS shots in the makeup/hair room!

(Click on the pics to enlarge)

Carly Smithson and I- Our combined laughs were louder than the show!

No photo shop friends...She is FLAWLESS

Miss Syesha Mercado looking gorgeous!

Ramielle Malubay featuring my makeup in raw format looking stunning!

Brooke White stepping outside the norm and sporting red lips looking so lovely!

Working on Kristy Lee's beautiful face!

A wonderful experience that I am forever grateful for!

XXrXX

Trend Setting...

2011-03-07T20:08:00.000-08:00

Stumbled on a beauty blog where the makeup I produced for Fendi at the Fig + Olive Restaurant opening in Los Angeles was appreciated and written up!

README:)

xRx

Dazzling...

2011-03-07T11:44:00.000-08:00

My inspiration of the day is this behind the scenes look at Steven Miesel shooting the current cover of Italian Vogue...

INLOVEWITHIT

xxRxx

♥ ♥ ♥

2011-02-14T19:09:00.000-08:00

On this day of Love I wish to pay tribute to my favorite long song of all times...

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN

I have loved his music since the early age of 12....

Its obvious. This is a light that will never go out... ;)

Happy Love Day...

XRX

THERE IS HOPE...

2011-02-07T11:46:00.000-08:00

I recently had the extreme pleasure of working with the beautiful Hope Dworczyk. Hope is Playboys 2010 Playmate of the Year and will be on this upcoming season of Celebrity Apprentice. We had a day of fun creating edgy and sexy fashion on the flow with photographer Brie Childers who simply knows how to bring out the best in woman.

Its always refreshing when you come across beautiful talent that are open and carry the same beauty on the inside. I adore the photos we produced and the good times we shared on this day of "work" ;)

xRx

Words to Recognize

2011-01-28T18:21:00.000-08:00

“Fashion passes, style remains.”

-Coco Chanel-

xxRxx

Paris, Je t'aime xoxo

2011-01-27T13:21:00.000-08:00

Although the weather in Paris is a mere 2 degrees (C), one would NEVER know by the sensual FEELING coming off the Haute Couture collections strutting down the runways this season. The Haute Couture shows in Paris are my favorite to watch because you can really sense the "dreamer" in the designers and perhaps join them in their fantasies... That's exactly what happened to me this time around.... The designers who took my breath away this season:

Elie Saab- WOW, talk about bringing back the WOMAN dress- So irresistibly sexy, gorgeous, delicate, yet strong all the the same time- I am lusting over this collection BIG TIME....

Armani Privé- Pardon my French, but I FUCKING loved his collection- I am so taken back by these pieces because they are so NEXT LEVEL- the beams of light coming off the clothes that were produced by threading metal and silk together, were simply AMAZING. I am obsessed with the head pieces and the flawless makeup which worked perfectly into the seamless beauty of the clothes. Bravo to Mr Armani for shaking things up PERFECTLY and shoving massive inspiration into the minds of so many including MYSELF.

Valentino- One might think that I am bias to Valentino because when I do write about fashion I seem to ALWAYS have something to say about his collections in it. Well the truth is I am not bias. Valentino simply makes me fall in love, over and over again... This collection romanced me deeply with the soft, feminine colors and delicate fabrics that were crafted immaculately into pieces of magnificence flowing over the runway...

These collections are the kind that continue to make my heart beat faster for fashion... Merci Paris for another incredible season of inspiration. XRX

WSSM WINTER 2010

2011-01-18T15:20:00.000-08:00

MY NEW BEAUTY SECTION IS OUT! CHECK OUT THE #1 FEMALE SURF MAGAZINE OUT THERE- WSSM! ON STANDS NOW AT BARNES & NOBLES, BORDERS, WALDEN BOOKS AND BOOKS-A-MILLION!

XRX

SHAMELESS PROMOTION

2011-01-18T15:08:00.000-08:00

PROUD TO BE QUOTED IN LA CONFIDENTIAL'S BEAUTY SECTION OF THEIR CURRENT ISSUE, "THE AWARDS ISSUE!"

XRX

LA CONFIDENTIAL T.D

2010-11-02T12:45:00.000-07:00

A wonderful shoot with Trevor Donovan from the TV show "90210"! Shot by amazing photographer Hama Saunders

Trevor is a load of fun, full of laughs and is a devoted surfer! Any Hollywood celeb that hangs out on the East Cape of Cabo SOLO to get their surf on is gets 2 thumbs up on my list- Interview with him below!

LA CONFIDENTIAL MAGAZINE- TREVOR DONOVAN

XRX

WSSM

2010-09-17T15:28:00.000-07:00

I love to write. I love to surf. I love beauty and fashion. So when I saw an opportunity to collaborate with the premier women's surf/style magazine I went for it! I have been working as the beauty editor for Women's Surf and Style Magazine for one year now and love it! I am able to combine my love for all of the above together and give back with expression and advise on helpful beauty tips to the masses. This magazine is bi-annual and sold in Barnes and Nobels, Borders, Books-a-Million and Hollister all over North America and Europe. The team behind the magazine are as awesome as the magazine it self.
Pick it up next time your in the book store and endulge! Xx R xX

WE ARE THE FALLEN

2010-09-17T15:16:00.000-07:00

MEET ONE OF MY BEST FRIENDS CARLY SMITHSON.

CARLY AND I MET WHEN I WAS ON TOUR WITH AMERICAN IDOL DOING THE MAKEUP FOR THE TOP 10 FINALIST. CARLY IS NOW THE FRONT SINGER IN THE BAND "WE ARE THE FALLEN" . I AM NOT ONLY PROUD TO HAVE HER AS DEAR FRIEND BUT ALSO SO GRATEFUL THAT WE HAVE OPPORTUNITIES TO WORK TOGETHER AND CREATE, SOMETHING WE BOTH LOVE TO DO! HERE ARE A FEW SHOTS FROM AMERICAN IDOL TO THEIR FIRST ALBUM PACKAGING SHOOT.

THIS BAND IS DEFINITELY GOING PLACES AND I AM SO PROUD TO WITNESS AND SUPPORT THE JOURNEY!

XxRX

ALWAYS HAVING FUN! AMERICAN IDOL TOUR 08

WE ARE THE FALLEN ALBUM PACKAGING SHOOT

"WE ARE THE FALLEN"

CONFIANZAS

2010-07-21T15:53:00.000-07:00

I love me some GOTAN PROJECT... Listening to them always pushes my day dreaming and art to the next level...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPFZGqVR1KU

XRX

GIVENCHY...

2010-07-18T12:08:00.000-07:00

J'ADORE...

A TASTE OF GIVENCHY'S FALL/10 COUTURE PIECES...

XRX

SPAIN ON TOP OF THE WORLD

2010-07-15T12:16:00.000-07:00

VIVA ESPAÑA!!!

Most who know me know that I am a devoted lover of football and the Spaniards are my team. I am SO proud of their journey these last 4 years, watching them climb to so many victories, becoming the Euro Cup Champions and now sweeping the world for the very first time in history as the World Cup 2010 Champions! ~Football is truly the window to the world~
The next world cup will be in Brasil and there is NO WAY I will not be present for that party... Im samba'ing at the thought of it!

XxRxX

PERFORM BEAUTIFULLY WITH OAKLEY

2010-05-02T09:43:00.000-07:00

I was really stoked to collaborate with Oakley's awesome team for their new ad campaign "Perform Beautifully". As a LONG time surfer and having so many of my friends who ride on Oakley's team, it was easy for me to fit in with their vibe, that created the feeling that I have been working them with for years...

We had many, MANY laughs while fighting the gale force winds on the cliffs of San Diego under the sun... Katrina Hodgens is a serious fitness expert with a beautiful spirit and fantastic sense of humor. We knew when we both pulled avocados out of our bags (never go to a shoot with out one!) that we were going to be great friends :) She and her partner Karina of TONEITUP! are the queens of fitness on youtube with tons of clever fitness ideas and delicious health information- check them out and get hooked!

Another rad day at the office creating with amazing people!

xRx

Katrina Hodgens

Erica (the life of the party!!!) and Katrina

I told you she was the life of the party!

J'adore!

That's a wrap!

I never stop realizing how lucky I am to have a job that allows me to not miss out of life's most beautiful treasures like this sunset...

SHOOT WITH ERIK ALMAS

2010-05-02T09:08:00.000-07:00

My favorite shoots are ones where I get to work with my talented friends and meet new ones as well.

This was the case when shooting with my friend and amazing photographer Erik Almas for The Ritz Carlton last week. We shot on the floor of the Staples Center (GO LAKERS!) and the beautiful stage of the Nokia theater. The whole crew was AMAZING. We laughed the whole time we created...

xRx

The Beautiful Sandra and Erik

Sandra and our talented stylist Sarah Stanley

Sandra and our stand in Lion for Felix the Lion who was sadly not allowed on the Staples center floor- boo!

I couldn't resist! How many opportunites does one get to own the floor alone where the LAkers perform their magic?

Yay!

2010-04-16T23:07:00.000-07:00

This Im actually really excited about...
With that name attached to it, there is no doubt in my mind that this line will be done with serious style and deliver quality goods...

TOM FORDILIOUS

THE GREAT ROCK N ROLL SWINDLE...

2010-04-08T23:38:00.000-07:00

Malcom Mclaren was not on my "favorites" list. I am a loyal SEX PISTOL fan, a die hard as a teenager, and he was their controversial manager known for a selfish agenda while holding that title.HOWEVER. Malcom Mclaren was very impacting to the British punk movement as well as in the fashion industry collaborating with his girl, Miss Vivienne Westwood.
both fashion and that punk movement have mean a lot to me and have definitely influenced me as an artist. So that said, I fell compelled to write a little R.I.P to Malcom Mclaren who passed away today at the age of 64 yrs old.

Malcom and Vivienne Westwood

Malcom with The Sex Pistols

Sometimes even conterversial people that did not sit highly in your respect zone, still deserve to be remembered.

Xx ROXY xx

MEET MARK.

2010-04-01T11:54:00.000-07:00

OK it's time for me to talk makeup. A lot of people ask me what my favorite brand to use is to be honest there are so many amazing brands of makeup out there it's hard to single it down to one. I can definitely talk about my favorites though. The brands I will rely on at least one of their products on every single makeup gig I work.

Meet Mark.

Mark Cosmetics is a fun, innovative makeup brand who puts as much attention into the quality of their products as well as their cute and clever packaging... Something that is not always the case with other brands but something that makes all the difference to me.

Today I am exposing a few of my favorite products from Mark and show you a look created with all Mark cosmetics.

1. SEE THINGS CLEARLY BRIGHTING MOSITERIZER-

I am a fanatic about fresh, healthy skin and this product feeds my frenzy for it by hydrating and brightening the skin with its Lotus flower and Citrus blend. Its oil-free, non- comedogenic AND fragrance free so it doesn't irritate it only radiates the skin!

2. GOOD RIDDANCE CONCEALER-

OK when I LOVE a product I can't stop talking about it. This is one of my favorite finds in a LONG time. This little pencil of goodness provides a beautiful, natural, skin perfecting finish and is as easy to apply as signing your name! Just apply wear needed and blend your fingers or a foundation brush. Its oil free and fits easily in your bag for touch ups. I never leave home with out mine!

3. JUST PINCHED TINTED BLUSH-

Next to mascara BLUSH is my favorite piece of makeup. It's got one of the worst reputations over the years thanks to the 80's intense use of it but it is the product that will take you from looking tired and dull to youthful and fresh if applied right. I love JUST PINCHED INSTANT TINTED BLUSH. This blush goes on smoothly and blends a beautiful "just pinched" flush of color into the skin. Much easier to carry in your bag than a powdered blush with a brush too!

4. LASH SPLASH-

Well here it is. Mascara. My MUST HAVE ALWAYS makeup product. I do train jiujitsu and surf with this product on! The only thing I don't do with it is sleep with it (gross). It's an INSTANT "hello, Im awake" to the face. With summer around the corner I like to use a waterproof formula like lash splash because it fills my every need. Definines, lengthens, doesn't smudge but disappears when I cleanse at night.

5. MARK KISSINK TINTED LIP MARKER-

Im a big fan of durability with my makeup products, the less reapplying the better! I love Mark's Kissink tinted lip marker because it's a marathon winner. It provides a kissable stain of color over the lips and doesn't move until YOU want it to.

6. MARK GLO BABY GLO LIP GLOSS-

As a professional makeup artist I have CONTAINERS of all kinds of lip-glosses from a million different brands. Mark's glo baby glo lip-gloss seems to ALWAYS find it self into my hands when working because it simply works amazing. It's not sticky; it does in fact create a "glow" over the lips and applies the PERFECT amount of color while hydrating. It's a super sexy way to complete your look and what woman doesn't love to look sexy?

***THE FINAL LOOK***

A fresh, romantic, look that will last for hours and hours!

Xx Roxy xX

photo by Ashley Barrett

WE ARE THE FALLEN

2010-03-31T17:52:00.000-07:00

I need to take a moment and write about how proud I am of one my dearest friends Carly Smithson and her new band WE ARE THE FALLEN.

They are on their first tour together which started in the UK and are now touring all over America until May. Their new album "Tear the World Down" will be out in May 11th.

Check out their new video from their smashing track "Bury Me Alive"

BURY ME ALIVE

Xx ROXYxX

My Love...

2010-03-26T14:28:00.000-07:00

For 20 years Morrissey and The Smiths have been there for me

through thick and thin, around the world and back again.

I just felt like devoting a day to my love for him and sharing it:

HOW SOON IS HOW SOON IS NOW???

Xx ROXY xX

TAPOUT

2010-03-24T13:40:00.004-07:00

ANOTHER FUN AND AMAZING SHOOT WITH MY FRIEND AND WORLD PREMIER MMA PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC WILLIAMS.

TAPOUTS 2010 AD CAMPAIGN CAME OUT SICK...

HERE ARE SOME OF THE AD IMAGES AND BEHIND THE SCENES FROM THAT FUN WEEKEND

Xx ROXY xX

THIAGO ALVES

DAN HARDY

DAN HENDERSON

KEITH JARDINE

STRIKE FORCE CHAMPION JAKE SHIELDS

THE WHOLE CREW!

DANA WHITE SHOOT FOR FIGHTERS ONLY

2010-03-23T21:41:00.000-07:00

So I had the wonderful opportunity to shoot with UFC president Dana White for Fighters Only magazine with my friend and sick photographer Eric Williams. Being that I am totally devoted to my Jiu-Jitsu training with Rorion Gracie's Family, its so much fun for me to get to work people like Dana and UFC fighters, joining two of my passions together.

Most people these days know who Dana is because MMA (mixed martial arts) is the fastest growing sport to date and the UFC is the king of that jungle. Dana was a total pleasure to work with. He has the presence of someone who means business but is warm and genuine all at the same time... It's no wonder he is a celebrity business mogul.

It was a very fun and inspiring shoot and Fighters Only captured some footage it all.

Dana White Photo Shoot For Fighters Only Magazine

Enjoy!

Xx ROXY xX

PLASTIC DREAMS

2010-03-20T20:55:00.000-07:00

I've been dancing to the beats of my music since last night....

***Dirty/Sexy/HOUSE MUSIC***

Exploring through old CD's and discovering so many AMAZING memories through the music that moves out of them.

Next Level.

I could never explain how special I feel to have these memories and more so even to be one of the rare people who can actually feel this music that helped to create those memories.

No its not rave music, nor is it techno, or trance....

Its beyond labels.

Its the rhythm of my life.

Age means nothing.

Music is Forever.

And the attitude coming off the picture below is as well.

WURK!

Xx Roxy xX

SSSEXSIII...

Day dreaming...

2010-03-18T20:56:00.000-07:00

If I could take a picture inside my mind for you today this is what you would find...

Merci Monsieur Newton....

Xx ROXY xX

EDDIE WOULD GO

2010-03-17T21:12:00.000-07:00

***MAHOLO NUI LOA EDDIE AIKAU***

The Hawaiian waterman who gave his life on this day 32 years ago in the attempt to get rescue for the Hokulea canoe that was capped in the stormy seas of Hawaii...

As a surfer of 16 years and Hawaii being my home away from home, I wanted to display my respect to honor him on this day. It takes a lot of HEART to subject yourself to danger so that you may be able to help others to safety. I think its the people with big hearts like that who make the world a better place... People like Eddie inspire me in more ways than one so I will keep him alive with love and respect 32 years later...

***EDDIE WOULD GO AND THAT'S WHY HE DID***

Xx Roxy xX

AND THE WINNER IS...

2010-03-13T10:05:00.000-08:00

CHRISTIAN DIOR!

Oooh La La John Galliano made me LUST over and over again as his new Fall 2010 RTW strutted down the Parisian runway this week. I too LOVE the dialog between the chiffon and leather in this collection, making it perfectly feminine but with some strength and attitude. The hair and makeup fit beautifully proving it to be the perfect accessory to complete the feeling of the collection. Of course when anyone is channeling Johnny Depp as part of an inspiration as Galliano mentions, the final product has no choice but to come out sexy...

http://www.style.com/video/fashion-shows-by-season/fall-2010-rtw/66311606001/christian-dior-fall-2010-rtw/70462911001

Christian Dior

Here are a few other looks from the Paris collections that I adored.

Alexander McQueen

Ann Demeulemeester

Balmain

Xx ROXY xX

Sexy has never been more fun

2010-03-06T12:58:00.000-08:00

Oh Showtime, right when I thought it was safe to nix you from my monthly cable bill my girlfriend shared with me a very delicious a "secret" from your channel. I have been turned on to one of your best series yet to date "Secret Diary of a Call Girl" and now have a new obession every Monday night! This show is in it's 3rd season, starring the gorgeous once pop singer and now full blown actress out of the UK, Billie Piper. Her and her performance in the show is absolutely stunning in every episode! The show itself is so refreshing with its witty, sexy, and sassy tone that keeps you hungry for more... I don't feel guilty about paying extra for this channel anymore now that I get to enjoy a gulit-free bon-bon before bed every week!

Thank you Allison xoxo ;)

Xx ROXY xX

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KRc3lsUFvEI

"WERE ALL MAD HERE"

2010-03-05T11:49:00.000-08:00

Valli O’Reilly and her makeup team absolutely KILLED it with the looks for Tim Burton's Alice in Wonderland. This has always been one of my favorite movies and now with Johnny Deep at the front of this new take on it I CANNOT wait to get my ticket, sit in that dark room and enter Alice's world!

Its been awhile since the makeup from a film has stirred excitement in me. Ive talked about it here, how a true artist is one that understands the concept and talent to a project and their work commuincates that by influencing and completing the story. The makeup, hair and costumes in this movie are the PERFECT example of that...

Xx ROXY xX

FIERCE!

2010-03-05T10:39:00.000-08:00

The coolest grandma in the world!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OC6q1-l4snw&feature=player_embedded

"Clad in her leopard-skin shrug and dark sunglasses, 69-year-old Ruth Flowers has conquered French clubland from the Cannes Film Festival to the top Paris nightspots with a mix of old-school hits, electrobeat and bling-bling style"... WURK MAMA!!!

xX ROXY Xx

Maquillage Artistique

2010-03-04T20:24:00.000-08:00

To become a makeup artist today you do not need any degree, certification, or license... you simply need to have a makeup kit and be able to apply makeup.

As a result of this you find an extremely saturated industry full of many who are reaching with brushes for the stars... literally and figuratively speaking.

With so many out there titling themselves as makeup artists how do you deem who is actually an artist over someone who knows how to apply makeup? Defining an artist many say is a matter of opinion. True. In the world of makeup artistry there are many people who know how to create a fantastic "smokey eye" or paint on "natural"makeup. Then there are the others. The one's who know how to influence and complete the image by having their instincts put them in synchronicity with the concept and reveal it through their makeup. Understanding the concept and talent I feel, is one of the most important things to realize when on a job. Knowing how to influence and complete the concept through your makeup is what can ultimately define one as a artist and not just a makeup artist.

My career in makeup stems from my love for transformation not from my love for makeup products. As I child I painted and drew everywhere from walls to sketch boards to canvases. I loved to create. I started makeup professionally with out schooling at first and eventually as I became more serious about my future as a professional makeup artist I did attend schooling for it. I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to move to Paris and attend a world renowned artistic academy for makeup, Christian Chauveau while being submerged in one of the most beautiful and artistic cities in the world.

It was here that my eyes were trained to meet the skills of my hands and see makeup on the most perfected technical level. Kind of like photoshop eyes.

The teachers there are no joke. Just when you made the face perfect, they would show you how to take your perfect to a new level. After months of schooling and a life in Paris I returned to New York City to embark deeper in my career. The interesting thing was that eventually I found to become a true artist I had to un-train a lot of the methods I did day in and day out at Chauveau while still keeping my photoshop eyes. I discovered how my approach to each job had to be different and stem from some level of inspiration. This discovery actually grew my passion as a makeup artist because it sent me off into the endless world of research.

Researching art, fashion, photographers, models, film, music, poetry, nature, architecture, the list goes on and on. It's as if I get to escape into a world of what I find to be beautiful, influencial and interesting... one thing learned leads to one more thing to learn, taking it all in and enjoying it like it's Norwegian chocolate, savoring every piece I take a bite of. THIS is what keeps me inspired daily and pushes my makeup art to new levels. I can never learn enough, I can never know enough, therefore I can always be better... there is no limit and I am in love that.

Now I have created a space where I can offer a peek into my world of work, my passion for beauty and the interesting and of course the people and things that inspire me...

That said, here are some of my favorite artists who's work I feel made a strong impact in their fields and CONSTANTLY move me ...

Kees Van Dongen - the Dutch artist from the fauvism era who stole my heart with every stroke of his brushes

Alice Ghendrih - a Parisian makeup artist who is a TRUE artist...

Proudly she attended my school in Paris too :)

Valentino - the Italian designer who truly understands how to make a woman feel beautiful through his clothes... I feel beautiful even when watching them walk down the runway

Antoni Gaudi - the Spanish Catalan architect who's designs exhibit his influence from nature and are truly figures of art

Paolo Roversi - the Italian photographer whose work with color looks like that made of water colors, soft and angelic... his work stares back at you when looking at it...

Claude DeBussy - This French composers masterpiece "Clair de Lune" is on my playlist everyday and often on repeat when I need to get inspired...

xX Roxy Xx

OPENING CEREMONY

2010-03-03T16:38:00.000-08:00

Well most who know me know I have a passion for writing. All who know me know that I have a passion for beauty and have turned that passion into my passport to the world... That said, it was only a matter of time before I would combine my two passions. So here it goes. A peek into the world of my work, inspirations and things that captivate me or simply make me think... The view from my eyes...

xX Roxy Xx