It's Here... Wen Hair Care Review!

 Back in May, I met up with one of my brides for a trial run. She had some of the most gorgeous hair I had EVER seen, and I had to ask her what she used. She told me that she had bought into the as-seen-on-tv WEN Hair Care System, and was addicted.

   It instantly got my wheels turning.. I had already heard of WEN, and knew that it was sulfate-free. I figured that must really be what made it special, so I decided to try using another brand of sulfate-free shampoo called Hairtrition, that I reviewed several weeks ago here on my blog. I was impressed, but I wanted so badly to try WEN for the heck of it, that while we were on vacation in NC, the infomercial was running on the tv guide channel, and my hubby ordered it for me! Not going to say I'm not a little spoiled ;p...Love you, honey! 

   When I got home, it was waiting at my doorstep. I couldn't wait to try it out. I followed all of the instructions in the little booklet, and by the time I combed through my hair after washing, I could already see a dramatic difference. My hair has been color treated since I was 14, so it's been damaged to say the least. Brushing through my hair has never been a pleasant experience, until now. 

   I didn't really use the styling products, as I'm used to air drying my hair, and putting it up. I was impressed with it though. I don't plan on re-ordering anything other than the cleansing conditioner and mask though. They are really incredible. :) 

   Okay, so I'm about two weeks in, and I'm hooked for life. The 30 day trial kit was $30 w/ free shipping, but the price of the replenishment shipments are quite a bit higher, even if you only order shampoo. Being the "frugalista" that I am, I shopped all around online figuring out the absolute best price per ounce. 

   If you want to try WEN, here is what I would do.

•  Order it through here CLICK and after your shipment arrives, register online and change your auto ship date from 4 wks to 12. 
• When you run out of the 30 day, if you like the whole system, order the $40 family trial. Once you get it, you can decide whether to keep or cancel your membership
• The best place to order individual products, especially the cleansing conditioner, is off of QVC.. click HERE. Their cost per ounce is dramatically lower than ordering it through the WEN site. (even with shipping) :)

  So there you have it! Try it out. It's totally worth the $30! One thing I have noticed, is that you can use a little less than they suggest, and still get amazing results. For my hair, I should be using 16-20 pumps, and usually 10-12 will do the job. If I use all 20 pumps, my hair is a little too oily the next morning, even if it is well conditioned..


  List of celebrities that use WEN: The cast of "Desperate Housewives," Alicia Keys, Ellen Degeneres, Paula Abdul, Laura Dern, Charlize Theron, Jenny Garth, Christina Applegate, Hally Berry, Holly Robinson Peete, Neve Cambell, Julianna Margulies and the list goes on.

      

  Thanks to Becca Quinton for getting me hooked! 

Congratulations, Mrs. Reilly!

  Last weekend, we had the opportunity to work with Stephanie and her whole bridal party at the Hyatt Regency Hotel here in Louisville, KY. She was so sweet and all of her bridesmaids were so supportive and helpful. One of them even fed her while I was applying her eye makeup! lol. I love how weddings bring everyone together, and seeing that tight bond between girlfriends. :) Stephanie, thank you so much for allowing my assistant and I to be a part of your special day and for sharing your photos. You made such a beautiful bride! We were honored to be there and really enjoyed working with every one of you!  Check out the rest of their photos on Facebook HERE - David Lee Photography

          

                       (Photos courtesy of Stephanie Pieper-Reilly and David Lee Photography)

      See More Images By Clicking HERE  - Thanks for sharing!

Interview with Ferenc.Biz

Hey All!

  I just had an interview with Ferenc.Biz (a company that links artists/photographers/models) and thought I would share it with you! :) Check it out by clicking HERE

    He asked a series of questions regarding how I got into makeup artistry and what types of products etc. that I love using. It was a lot of fun, and I'm grateful for the publicity! ;p

    Have an awesome week!

                                  

 P.S. Day 3 of WEN, and I'm growing more impressed.... Bet you can't wait for the review! ;)

The search is over... My official #1 FAVORITE Eye Makeup Remover!

For years I have searched for the absolute best eye makeup remover. I've tried a gazillion different ones from both drugstores and department stores, and could never find one that didn't leave tons of residue or pull at my lashes. Unlike the other ones I've tried, this one seems to literally "dissolve" the mascara and eyeliner right off of my lashes and lash lines... ARE YOU READY FOR IT?!!

     DRUM ROLL PLEASE.......


   Mary Kay Oil-Free Eye Makeup Remover!!!

  I know... Mary Kay?? I'm not going to bash the line, but I will say that I didn't expect this to be the place I ended up finding my "dream come true" eye makeup remover.. lol. I remembered trying it when I was a freshman in High School, but back then, I didn't wear a ton of long-wearing makeup, so I didn't have anything to compare it to. I had a chance to try it again a few weeks ago through one of my brides, who's mom sells it. I ended up buying 3 bottles because I loved it so much. I'm a convert. :)

      I remember the old bottle with the white cap, but I think the new packaging is so much nicer! Here is a picture of it. The bottle is 3.75 oz for $15.

    

COMING SOON... WEN review! I am so impressed, and this is only my second day using it.. :)

Now Offering Airbrush Tanning!

   I am so excited to be offering Airbrush Tanning! I've been demonstrating it for friends and family, and they all love it. :) I will post some before and after shots next week! Airbrush Tanning Rates are $80 for 2 back to back sessions (to build your base tan) or $45 for each individual tan (maintenance). Booked or Booking Brides/Event Clients  can also take 20% off of tanning when added to their package. :)

  Who doesn't want to be a Bronze Goddess? :)

                               (Hilary Rhoda for Estee Lauder's Bronze Goddess Makeup Collection)

Congratulations, Mrs. Conner!

A couple of weekends ago, I had the pleasure of doing Jessica and her Bridal Party's makeup. The wedding was in Albany, KY, about 2:30 south of Louisville.

    It is so beautiful out there! Having just moved up here from Florida in January, I really loved taking in the new countryside and seeing all of the beautiful historic barns. :)

   Jessica and her girls were a blast to work with! It was so great spending the day with them,  and I loved all of the fun energy!

 Jessica, thank you so much for sharing these photos, and for allowing me to be a part of your special day.

      (images copyrighted by Bill Turner Photography.. Check his work out HERE)