Oufancy's Best of 2011................................................

As this year comes to an end, I just wanted to thank everyone who has worked with me and allowed me to feature their talents. So if you haven't already checked these amazing people out please do. So here they are in order of appearance:

Ms. Lakeshia Davis Jacksonville, Fl

Weaveit2us by Bebe, NY

Ms Kreative Kay LI, NY

Mary Negron Imagery Augusta, GA

Razasharp, NY

Theresa Francine, NY

Thanks again for taking the time out to work with me. Wishing you all the best and nothing but progress for 2012!!!

Meet Celebrity Makeup Artist Theresa Francine....................................

I'm so excited to introduce this young lady to you. I'm sure she'll be an inspiration to those of you who have considered pursuing a career in Makeup. She has accomplished so much and is literally a magician with a brush. Meet celebrity MUA Theresa Francine.

 

Oufancy: How did your career as a professional MUA get started?

Theresa Francine: My makeup career started while I was attending college. I worked for a cosmetic brand and it was there that I realized I wanted to pursue makeup.

Oufancy: What is the most important tip you would give to an up and coming MUA?

Theresa Francine: Always make sure to have a digital camera to take pictures of your work to promote yourself. This industry is very competitive and is becoming less about referrals and more about seeing your actual work. My moto is "The proof shall set you free" meaning if you have proof of the work to back up your talent then booking gigs will become easier.

Oufancy: Do you recommend any drug store brands?

Theresa Francine: Absolutely! There are some great drugstore brands out there that I use in my kit that definitely get the job done! I believe that it's all about the skill level of the artist and not about where the product was purchased. Black Opal, Loreal, Maybeline & Covergirl are a few of my drugstore brand favorites. 

Oufancy: What do you love most about your job?

Theresa Francine: Gosh, there are so many things I love about my job, but if I had to choose one thing, as cliche as this may sound, it would have to be making people feel good about themselves from the inside out. I have so many stories that have touched me emotionally and to this day have affected my professional career in such a positive way!

Oufancy: It was such a pleasure, so how do we keep up with you Ms. Theresa Francine?

Theresa Francine:You can visit my website theresafrancine.net like my Facebook fan page or follow me on Twitter.

Well Theresa the proof has definitely set you free! We wish you all the best and nothing but success! If you don't mind I have one more question......could you please give me some tips on applying lashes?....we'll discuss that later : ) 

CELEBRITIES WITHOUT MAKEUP!!!!

This is such a wonderful message. Remember they're just like us!!!!

How to Highlight and Contour with BHCosmetics

Watch Stephen Moleski (Kim Kardashian's makeup artist) work his magic. Also check out his new lash line Smoke & Mirrors Beauty.

Tutorial: Graphic Eyeliner [Fall/Winter 2011 Makeup Trend]

It's an absolute must that you check this young lady's channel out. She is FIERCE w/ a brush. I've learned so many tips from her and I'm sure you will too. Subscribe to her channel here.

Co-Sign Call.....................................

I'm a self proclaimed marketers dream for the simple fact that I will purchase things that LOOK like they work. They don't even necessarily have to look like they work, they can just have cute packaging.....and I'll buy the damn thing #dontjudgeme. Most times I'm disappointed but recently I've been pleasantly surprised by some of the products I've purchased in the last couple of months. Here are some of the products I co-sign (in no particular order).

Makeup

MAC's Haute & Naughty Mascara

Yeah I bought this because it's cute LOL but it really works (no for real). It gives you an option of two looks. If you use the purple applicator it gives you thicker lashes and if you like more natural but defined looking lashes you would use the pink applicator. I prefer using the pink one because it has an inner chamber that removes the excess mascara, (no clumps).

Wet n Wild Creme Eyeliner

This little bottle is proof that drugstore makeup is just as good as name brand makeup. I ended up getting this because mini me is always playing in my makeup (my son is the makeup police lol) and she lost my Mac Fluidline. Honey it does the same thing, trust me. It's not necessary to spend tons of money on certain things and this is one of them. It's $3.99 so it's a keeper in my book. Your girl loves a bargain!

MAC's Ambering Rose

I love this blush. I just got it about a month ago so its been my go to blush for the fall but its also great for the summer.




Skincare

Burt's Bees Radiance Eye Cream

I'm getting lines around my eyes (no for real). No one else sees it but I do and that's all that matters. So I went to Duane Reade to find something that will make them go away NOW. Burt's Bees has a new fan because I've only been using it for a couple of weeks and I see a difference already.



Hair Care

Aussie 3 Minute Miracle

Just two words to say about this product.......GET IT! *bows and walks off stage*

Sephora How To's: Apply Your Own False Eyelashes

So now I'm obsessed with lashes but the funny thing is I CAN'T DO THEM. I got them done at MAC in August for my cousin's wedding and since then I've made several attempts. The last time I almost put glue in my darn eye (don't laugh). So I'm gonna study this video until I get it dammit! Wish me luck!

Yay or Nay: MAC's Fix +..............................................

Product Description:

An aqua-spritz of vitamin and minerals, infused with a calm-the-skin blend of green tea, chamomile, cucumber, topped off with the fresh, natural, energizing scent of Sugi. Adds radiance, finishes makeup. Spray it on. Skin drinks it up!

You all know that I'm a YouTube junkie and among the many things I've been introduced to on YT is MAC's Fix +. I say Yay to this product because I've seen an improvement in my skin since I started using it. MUAs (Make Up Artists) have been raving about it so I decided to give it a shot. I don't usually use foundation but when I do it sometimes leaves an ashy finish, especially when using powder. The Fix + takes that ashiness (if that's a word) away and gives you a nice dewy finish. I have very oily skin and it can look greasy if I OD. I actually started using it everyday even without my foundation and if I must say so myself.....my skin looks great!

For a cheaper alternative you can try Evian's Facial Spray which I hear  pretty much does the same thing with less shine.

  

Brow Tutorial..................................................

The concealer really makes a difference, especially when you wait a little too long to get your brows done (yeah you) it covers the strays.

Kim Kardashian Eye