Makeup 101: How To Wear Fall's Dark Lip

Photographer: Camille Rojas Makeup: Joy David-Tilberg Hair: Donna Marie De Leon Model: Maria (Masha) Elmer Olson Photo Assistant: Helen Yinn

Suddenly reminiscing about the '90's? Check out my tips on how to wear Fall's hottest dark lip shades on The Joy of Makeup! 

Will you be wearing this trend? 

Makeup 101: Crimson Lips For Fall

Photographer: Camille Rojas Makeup: Joy David-Tilberg Hair: Donna Marie De Leon Model: Masha (Elmer Olson) Photo Assistant: Helen Yen

Fall is quickly approaching! I can smell the hot apple cider now...mmm. Check out my How-To feature  on The Joy of Makeup on how to wear one of fall's beauty trend - crimson lips! 

It's A New Chapter For Makeup Junkie!

I'm changing things up on Makeup Junkie! You'll still be able to get a healthy dose of beauty reviews and beauty news, but I want to make it more personal. I want to share my beauty experiences through snap shots because photos tell stories and capture beautiful moments. I've gotten bored of my usual swatching and reviewing. The majority of the products either go into my kit or in my lovely storage bins. I have so many products, but only a handful actually make it on my face. I want to display my latest beauty loves in interesting ways other than on my hand. I've fallen into the vortex that is the ho-hum of life that even my makeup routine has become predictable (eww when did I become predictable?).

In the last few months, I've had a sudden surge of creativity. I haven't felt this way since before my first son was born 6 years ago! I forgot what an excited, emotional mess a creative person can be. I'm a makeup artist so one would naturally think being creative goes hand in hand. However, like life I was stuck in a rut.

Lately, I've become obsessed with photographs and design. I recently re-vamped the logos and banners for this site and the Joy of Makeup. I spend a lot of time reading tutorials and tinkering around in Photoshop (like making my own Polaroid effects - so fun!). I may not be a crafty DIY gal, but I make up for it graphically. I've also been sucked back into Pinterest. I had stopped "pinning" for months, but needed some creative inspirations for a few projects I'm working on. Pinterest is brilliant for creating story boards and also wasting A LOT of time. Well, it's time to put my ideas into action! 

The world around us is beautiful and tragic all in one. I'm so lucky to be able to see the world from the eyes of a 6 and 1 year old. Kids remind you to appreciate and enjoy the little things. They fall, shed a few tears, and quickly get back to exploring life with a smile on their face. A lesson to learn and live. Life is fleeting so I'm going to pick up my fantastically pedicured feet (DIY by the way) and start living life - in my prettiest shade of lipstick of course! I hope you'll stay a while and join me. ;)

New On The Joy of Makeup: Bridal Trial Inspiration - Megan Fox!

I recently did a bridal trial and her inspiration was this stunning makeup on Megan Fox! Click here to see my version of this look on the beautiful Carla and for a list of products used!

New on The Joy of Makeup: Makeup Breakdown Bride Kristen

Photo Credit: Jennifer Moher Photography

2012 has been a very busy year thus far for weddings! Check out my makeup breakdown on The Joy of Makeup of a recent beautiful bride, Kristen! Enjoy!

Behind-the-Scenes: Eco-Chic Bride Winner Photo Shoot!

See behind-the-scene shots of our Eco-Chic Bride winner taken a couple of days ago with fellow beauty blogger and bride-to-be Monica from Beauty Parler! The shoot was sponsored by Revolution Organics, Schwartzkopf Essensity, Glam by Brianne, and Carey Ann Photography. To read about our fun shoot, click here.

Photo Credit: Carey Ann Photography

Joy Approved: Skin Savers

Find out why I love using these skin saving products! Visit The Joy of Makeup here to read my post!

Joy Approved: 5 Pink Blushes You Should Know

In case you missed my post on The Joy of Makeup, read about the 5 pink blushes I reach for in my kit! Click here to read the post. What are your fave must-have pink blushes?

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Dutchess Kate Is A DIY'er And Apparently Is A Pro!

Kate Middleton toned down her Royal status by doing her own makeup today and I must say she was absolutely glowing! Check out my thoughts on her DIY bridal look and the look I created on a face chart for my bride-to-be tomorrow on my sister site, The Joy of Makeup - she will definitely be getting the royal treatment!

Click here to read the post. Congratulations to the Royal couple!

The Joy of Makeup Contest: Are You An Eco-Chic Bride?

Makeup Junkie's sister site, The Joy of Makeup, is hosting its first contest giveaway and it's a BIG one! This is for all you brides getting married in Toronto and the GTA. I'm sure you're in the midst of planning your wedding and finding the right vendors to work with can be a little frustrating. By entering our contest, you'll have the chance to try out vendors that will help beautify you and capture those special moments all for free! 

To celebrate Earth Day, we've teamed up with eco-chic beauty brands, Revolution Organics and Schwartzkopf Essensity, to find our Eco-Chic bride! We'll not only be using these products on you, but you'll get to take home a fabulous prize pack of all these products. And that's not all, the lucky bride-to-be will receive a free makeup trial with me and a free hair trial with Brianne from Glam by Brianne. There's more! Carey Ann, a professional wedding photographer, will be capturing the trial and doing a mini photo shoot. The bride will take home one free digital photo and one print as a keepsake.

If you're a bride, don't pass up this awesome opportunity! And if you're not, but know someone who is getting married pass this contest on! Winner will be announced on Earth Day, April 22nd, at 12 pm. Good luck!

For full contest details visit www.joyofmakeup.ca.

Bridal Beauty Fix: The Joy of Makeup

If you're getting married in the Toronto/GTA area this year and are still looking for a Toronto/GTA bridal makeup artist check out The Joy of Makeup to view my services, rates, contact info and portfolio. For any brides getting married I also have some great beauty tips, Joy Approved beauty product reviews, and some hair and makeup inspirations! Visit the official blog to read up on the latest posts: 

Joy Approved: M.A.C. White Frost Eye Shadow

Joy Approved: Embryolisse 24 Hour Miracle Cream

The Romantic

Prince William & Kate Middleton: Wedding of the Decade!

Bridal Beauty Trends 2011

Beauty News: Makeup Junkie Has A New Sister Site!

I'm excited to announce the new launch of my personal website, The Joy of Makeup! At the new Makeup Junkie sister site you will be able to view all my makeup work, services and rates, latest makeup jobs or events, and beauty tips. I also have a dedicated blog on the site which I will occasionally be updating with new work, makeup 101's, and beauty tips so be sure to visit!

I'm very excited about it - it's been a long time coming. Feel free to stop by and check out my work - I'd love to hear from you! Join my new FB page here and chat with me on Twitter here!

xo
Joy