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It's Summer Time!

As promised, I'm kicking off this week's blogging with some wonderful product picks that I simply couldn't do without and I know you'll adore as well.

(Of course Veritas is superior to any and all products you've ever encountered, yet we are currently limited to cosmetics, brushes, skincare & treatments for the time being).

The following are great & affordable products to keep your summer beauty seamless (I dare you to say that fast three times).

Roxanne Rizzo's Bronze Glow

I've been a faithful devotee of this product for ages and seriously? Who doesn't want to be a bronzed goddess come summer time? Roxanne Rizzo's Summer Glow is a full on spray tan without the booth or weird woman staring at you naked as you shiver when the cold orange dye hits you. This tan in a can is a true miracle, as it's not a self tanner as much as it's a body reviver. Based on natural sugar beet, this product gives you instant color and has a secret tone to its base that avoids the orange Snookie look no one wants.

Roxanne knows exactly what's needed from a spray tanner and this has a micro fine mist in a package that sprays at any angle. At $38.00, it's certainly worth the investment (plus gas and time saved). Available at http://www.roxannerizzo.com/. Now go and get your glow on!

Elizabeth Rose All Natural Milk & Honey Bath Soak

This is truly an amazing "dual purpose" product and I wouldn't say this if it wasn't true, HANDS DOWN my #1 summer pick. First, prepare a cool bath with one cup of this heavenly treat to beat the heat quickly... It's said that Cleopatra bathed in milk & honey & believe me when you smell this product you will feel like an Egyptian queen.

This is one of my greatest finds at my new secret beauty location. Its luxurious soothing properties are only outdone by its scent, for it smells like a bathtub full of caramel custard. Simply divine.

Rose's delicious, moisturizing body soak is made up of all natural ingredients: whole milk powder, buttermilk powder, coconut milk powder, honey powder, yogurt powder, cocoa seed powder & tapioca. If that doesn't make you want to get in a tub and turn on some candles while sipping your favorite drink, I don't know what will. These powders are sold exclusively at my secret spot for all the hardest to find beauty products: Old Town Pharmacy in Staten Island. Call (718)815-2600 and enjoy true bliss. I guarantee you won't regret it.

Lobe Wonder

Last but definite *not* least, this is a must product for any woman who likes long and gorgeous dangly/heavy earrings. I first learned of Lobe Wonder when modeling & all the girls seemed to use it. I couldn't believe someone had finally come up with the solution to a problem that had plagued me -and my girlfriends- for so long. These magical little silicone patches slip on the back of your lobe, making your earrings feel instantly lighter by distributing the weight over the whole ear & not just the hole. For torn earring holes, they hold the earring up so they dont hurt or tear at all, and at $6.00 for more than 30 sets it truly can't be beat. You can buy your own right here.

I hope you enjoyed this week's reviews and I'll be back sooner than you can say, Beach time!

Until that time, darlings.

Peace, Love & Lipstick,

Love

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Back With A Vengeance

It's been months since I've updated this but now that life has resumed a fast yet steady pace, I'm back to blogging and with no intentions of leaving.

First things first, boys and girls! I’d like to introduce you to the lovely, witty, & oh-so-talented genius that is Annah. She is the (until now) undiscovered mega star behind the killer blog Red Means Go & I’m delighted that in her spare time, she has decided to follow –and write for- my sloppy ass.

Lovely Annah has begun following me around, gathering up the drizzle I leave on cocktail napkins & marble notebooks strewn across NYC, in an attempt to spin it into something legible, rebuilding my former blogs of fame into kick-ass posts made just for you.

This is just a quick hello letting you know that my posts will be updated at least once a week starting tomorrow, and I look forward to writing about make-up and beauty and anything else that tickles your fancy. With that said, feel free to email me any questions/comments at veritascosmetics@gmail.com and I'll be sure to answer them via this forum.

I can't wait to share great products with you and kick off the fall season in nothing but class and style (what else would possibly you expect?).

Love, Peace, & Lipstick,

Love.

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1st Annual Chaata.com Event

The ladies of Veritas Cosmetics were honored to be invited to speak at the first ever annual http://www.chaata.com/ power moms dinner. By now your wondering what's a http://www.chaata.com/? It's only the most brilliant social networking tool ever devised for mothers,that's all. You see founder Natalie Licini & a group of mothers got together & decided to take all that information that you can only get from other mothers & make it available free on the internet. So much like Facebook,twitter,mnyspace & blogger All mothers from all areas are welcomed to join & post freely what your experiences are. Do you have trouble getting out in the mornings? maybe someone has a tip for you? Are you looking for a sitter, new carriage,reputable pediatrician,child friendly hair salon? all this and more is available on Chaata.com in addition to member benefits! As a member you are entitled to special discounts in your area.

I found the idea fascinating and the possibilities endless. Women from all walks of life spoke, from homemakers,to publicists,salon owners & photographers. Such an exciting & informative group that I'd highly reccomend attending next years dinner to all.

Veritas Cosmetics spoke about timing your morning beauty routine to make it the most effective,siting that statistically mothers of young children spend less than 6 minutes beautifying themselves in the morning & that includes their skincare regimen!
Here are just a few time conserving suggestions :

1.Take your toothbrush & your facial cleanser in the shower with you.

2.Multi-Functional products are can be your best friends for example Cherry bomb lip & cheek stain by Veritas, it's the size of your average lipgloss tube & it's all your makeup in one! The lip,cheek & eye stain come in 2 colors ( bombs away & licorice) & the opposing end has a high shine gloss wit breath refreshing peppermint oil.

3. Temporary -Tattoo eyeliners from Veritas available in 5 colors (caviar,mink,envy,pinot noir & platinum) the eyeliners come in a gel form in a screw top glass pot, using a fine liner brush glide liner over the tops of eyes and allow to set that's it for 3 -5 days! using your traditional remover you can remove your shadow & mascara but line will remain unless you utilize a waterprof eye make up remover on it.

4.Moisturizers with SPF in them like "Protect "from Veritas eliminate the need for a seperate sun protection during the day.

5.Every mom on the go is a fan of the pony tail, but all that gel,wax & pomade can take a toll on your hair,try usig a heavy conditioning pack (we like kerastase masquintense) and slick wet hair with a comb into your pony tail when hair dries it will hold just as though gel were in it but when you rinse your hair will feel soft & healthier)

These are just a few of the suggestions for mor ideas for moms on the move checkout http://www.chaata.com/

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VERITAS COSMETICS: *NEW SUMMER PRODUCT ALERT*

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How to get the most out of your makeover

Whether it's a night on the town or a milestone event in your life,the appearance of your makeup is an important part of your ocassion.Using a professional makeup artist is beneficial in many ways:

~1stly you're eliminating that last minute stress of getting your makeup "just right" and saving yourself prep time.
~2ndly you'll get a whole new perspective on your face,most women tend to stick with a look they feel works and don't alternate many colors or styles simply sticking with what works can get you in a "makeup rut" .Letting a makeup artist try something new is a great way to look great & feel special without making a huge investment.
~3rd A certified / licensed makeup artist is trained specifically in contouring and highlighting your face to disguise flaws and draw attention to your better features thus giving you a more polished look.

Communication is the most important aspect of a professional makeover,have an idea what you like yet be flexible & open to suggestions. We encourage clients to cut out photos from magazines of looks they like but also remind them every face is different and bone structure plays a large part in the look that's right for you. You won't look exactly like Angelina if your blonde n blue eyed.Bring your makeup bag with you,allow your makeup artist to help you decide what needs to be replaced or updated and it allows them the chance to review that your utilizing your tools & makeup to their fullest potential.

When it comes to Bridal makeup a trial is an absolute MUST;this will enable you to get a sense of how you are going to look on your big day.A great tip is to schedule your trial when you have somewhere to go or better yet on the day of your engagement photos,so you'll look perfect in both pictures.If this is not possible then be sure to take a picture of your makeup that day so you know how it will appear in photos.Wedding makeup is alot more complicated than it appears even the most flawless of skins can appear washed out in pictures if not treated properly.Even if you are not a religious makeup user or you don't like the feel of makeup.With the introduction of airbrushing and High Definition products;it's now possible to acheive perfection,without feeling, or looking like you are wearing makeup.Yet wearing the wrong makeup can be immortalized in photos eternally.Here's one simple example everyone likes a little shimmer or a sparkle on their special day yet mica & glitters reflect light in professional lenses and often cause red eye or glare in the photo. A dewy natural skin can be so beautiful on a bride yet without an HD primer dewy becomes oily under photo lamps very quickly.

Last but not least ,take care of your skin,it;s never too late to get a skincare regimen in place.The healthier the skin is the better the makeup will appear.Remove your makeup every night.Use a good moisturizer/eye cream in the A.M & P.M. SPF is important and should be worn daily.Consult with your makeup artist for reccomendations on cleansers,moisturizers,exfoliaters & masks.

Don't forget your makeover is a personal service,get involved,ask questions,do research,Makeup is fun and any reputable makeup artist will love to share with you their educational experiences and opinions on your individual look.It's nice to get referrals from friends but be sure whomever you choose is licensed or certified in the field.Never trust your big day to an amateur.Professionals adhere to strict sanitization standards & will be sure to acheive any look you desire.


Mary Stephens
Resident Educator/MakeUp Artist
VERITAS Cosmetics

10 secrets to summer beauty

Here are just 10 amazing tricks to keep you looking cool in the heat from the Make Up Masterminds behind VERITAS COSMETICS:

1.Try not to leave ur makeup bag/purse in the car too long even a quick run into the store can turn your favorite cocoa pencil into hot chocolate;For a quick save from a make up meltdown store ur lip and eye pencils in the freezer until they reharden,then just sharpen and Voila! good as new.

2.To avoid Liquid lipstick... keep lipsticks in the fridge so they wont melt or smudge and their quite refreshing when applying chilled,this is especially great for lip balm in the cooler at the pool or beach.

3.Opt for a gel eyeliner in a pot during really hot days. Ours is sweat proof,waterproof and won't melt in your purse.The consistency remains the same in all temperatures so it'll glide on easily whether it's 20 below or 200 degrees. We offer 5 shades: Caviar,Mink,Pinot Noir,Envy & Ice.

4.Professional Make Up artists have long known the benefits of a good foundation primer,But now it's a proven fact! According to a Good Housekeeping Research Institute test, primer helped volunteers' makeup look better and hold up throughout the day (even after a sweltering stint in our 80-degree, high-humidity chamber)So never underestimate their worth especially when a client has a photo shoot or an affair, their makeup MUST stay in place.
If you've tried them in the past and weren't pleased,try again my friend, The new silicone based formulas are light weight and leave skin silky smooth while keep pores tight and makeup set all day.It's a MUST HAVE for all june brides and summer proms.

5.Change your "Makeup Wardrobe" just as you would swap out your winter/summer clothes!:

~ Lighten up your lip colors instead of using those deep sensual shades you wore in the winter, try a light colored gloss to make your tan pop or a cherry colored stain to make your smile look even brighter,Don't forget to match your liner to your new shade& remember lip liner should NEVER be more than one shade deeper than your lip shade color,I reccomend Veritas clear,waterproof lip liner in Empress for use with sheer glosses and hard to match summer colors.It will keep your lip line moist without letting your gloss bleed or lipstick wear off.

~Keep your face feeling light & dewy by replacing your winter foundation with a light/sheer foundation with less coverage,If you don't want to buy new face makeup invest in a synthetic foundation brush,it'll give you a lighter more even application,a bare skin look,As an extra bonus you'll save makeup! it takes much less makeup to moisten a brush than it does to moisten a sponge plus its reusable (sponges are single use) and can be washed everyday!So no more buying sponges all the time.

~Trade your black eyeliner and mascara for a lighter summer eye by replacing them with a brown mascara and either a soft "olive" green or a light brown pencil to "soften" your appearance.

6.Always use an SPF! not just at the beach but always!Try bringing makeup remover towelettes to the beach with you,keep them in the cooler and clean SPF,Tanning Oils off your face A.S.A.P. to avoid summer break outs & clogged pores.

7.Avoid wearing clear lip glosses to the beach,Either wear a colored gloss or an SPF balm,Clear glosses act as a super conductor for sunlight use something with pigment to lessen your exposure and keep lips supple.

8.Apply bronzers realistically, we all like to look tan but all too often we become overzealous and can get heavy handed with the bronzing brush while forgetting the neck and decolletage, so be sure your bronzer is a realistic shade for you and focus only on areas wear the sun would hit you naturally, if your just rubbing the brush all over ur face never looks natural.

9.It's important to stay Hydrated! Water is crucial to healthy skin,But in the event of water retention (puffiness in the eye area) a small dab of Preparation H on the puffy area will cause the tissue to shrink thus making puffiness temporarily disappear.AVOID GETTING IT IN THE EYE! it will burn like hell, remember this is just a quick fix it is not to be used to frequently nor is it in place of an eye cream.

10.#10 is my special #,Since these are secrets from industry insiders that don't all refer to makeup.

~ In order for models to keep their feeting from sliding in their sandals ( creating toe overhang) BLECH They swipe the soles of their feet w/deodorant befor putting on sandals

~In a pinch if you really feel like your sweating and you don't want your makeup to run,excuse yourself to the powder room then run cold water over the insides of your wrists,Wrists are a pulse point &It'll instantly drop your body temperature by a few degrees and save your makeup.


I hope you ladies find our summer make up tips this interesting and I'd love to hear any of yours if u dont mind sharing...XOXOXOX