Why is Instagram video so important? Great question. I have asked myself this many times as I have continued to post selfies, flatlays, accessory closeups and overhead & mirror selfies that look JUST like everybody elses. They do okay, people…
10 Summer Beauty Products I Can’t Live Without
Summer beauty products I can’t live without. Seriously…can’t survive. I’m not exaggerating to say I have tried almost every product out there at one time or another. Hey, that’s the tough life of a makeup artist and beauty blogger!! As…
4 Products You Need To Make Eyeshadow Stay Put
Eyeshadow stay put insurance. I have learned after many years of doing makeup, especially on brides, whose first question is, “Will it STAY??” that you have got to have the right combo of products. I wore this bold blue eye…
Why I Need Leg Makeup For Summer :: Review Of Sally Hansen Airbrush Legs
Why do I need leg makeup for summer? I blame it on my 3 wonderful children. Specifically, my last two children. I had clear almost flawless legs after my first son was born, easy peasy pregnancy. But then during the…
I’ve Never Been This Tan : Best Spray Tan + A Video
A spray tan (aka “fake tan”) is absolutely the safest way to go bronze. As a teenager during the 90’s, tanning beds were all the rage. And yes, I frequented them a lot, especially my freshman year of college because…
Girl Stuff : Mommy Daughter Time
Mommy daughter time is very important to me. I hope you enjoyed that short film above created by my hubby Scott of Jawavi Films. This was a fun mom/daughter outing to get Vivian a much needed and overdue haircut! More on…
Almost Flawless : How I Get A (Almost!) Flawless Complexion
The last step in how I finish my “almost” flawless complexion is with this magic in a bottle above. Keep reading to find out what it is… No complexion is perfect. Don’t compare yourself to all of those Instagram posts…
Nordstrom Style & Beauty Spring Essentials
I had such a blast Wednesday night as I co-hosted a spring essentials private shopping event with one of my favorite people. My stylish blogger buddy, Lauren Lefevre of EditByLauren.com and I shared our top picks for spring fashion and beauty…
#JSMminute Ep. 007 | Easy Gym Makeup & 3 Simple Home Workouts From TransFit Athens
Easy gym makeup & simple home workouts. In this video episode of the #JSMminute, I switch things up with a special guest and fitness theme! The backdrop is held in TransFit Athens, a women’s only workout studio located right here in my…
Ben Nye Banana Powder : Makeup’s Perfect Powder
Ben Nye Banana Powder : Nature’s perfect setting powder. Ok, so this powder isn’t actually made from real bananas found in nature. But it is one of those “secrets of the stars” products that professional makeup artists always have in their…
#JSMminute Ep. 003 | The Best False Lashes & How To Clean Your Makeup Brushes
Talking about my fave (drugstore!) false lashes and the best (and cheapest!) way to wash your makeup brushes on this episode of the #JSMminute. Oh, and giving some love to my current favorite lip color I am wearing above! SO…
#JSMminute Ep. 001 | Drugstore Makeup, Blogging, & Facial Highlights
This is episode number 1 of the #JSMminute video series!! I am so thrilled (and a little bit nervous!) to be starting this YouTube series where I not only show you my makeup tips and tricks but I also talk…
