Starlet Series...Reese Witherspoon

Here Codi brings us Reese Witherspoon from the Vera Wang store launch in Los Angeles. These metallic colors ROCK on Codi's beautiful green eyes!!! I LoVe how Reese paired it with a gorgeous purple dress!!! Thanks Codi...p.s. your eyelashes are INSANE....so jealous ; ).

Sham'Rockin Eyes

Here's something for you for good old St. Patty's Day. After I showed it to my friend she was convinced it had to be named your "Get Lucky Look", oh Hollie =). So wear this look on the 17th to avoid getting pinched.....or to GET pinched ; ).

NYX Milk Is A MUST!!!!!

I have seen SO many girls sporting this in their cases and using it in other tutorials that I HAD to check it out and see what all the fuss was about. Ladies...this stick is GOLD!!!!! Well, it's white but you know what I mean =). You can use this as your only base or team it up with the UDPP for a specTACular look. It brightens any light color that you are using and goes GREAT peaking out in the inner corners of your eyes when using a darker color. *BEWARE* one of the great things about this product is that a little goes a LONG way so be sparing when applying. I will be showing you how in upcoming tutorials as well, but make sure you pat it in with your finger or blend with a synthetic brush to avoid creasing. You can click HERE to get yours online today!!! It runs $3.00 not including shipping and is worth every penny!!!! Have any of you tried it? Post your thoughts or send a picture using it!!!

Beauty Feature: Beauty Travel Tips With Andrea Claire!

Spring break is just around the corner. If you're planning a get-away, you'll want to read beauty traveling tips and beauty must-haves from jet-setting celebrity makeup artist, Andrea Claire!

Makeup Junkie: What is a common mistake women make when packing their beauty bags?

Andrea Claire: Most women take too many beauty products while on vacation - present company included! My suggestion - streamline. Traveling is not the time to do trendy make up. Think of where you are going and the type of vacation you want. I suggest similar make up to bridal so you will look radiant and beautiful.

MJ: Does it depend on the type of climate what products to take?

AC:  Absolutely! If it's a hot sunny humid climate bring a tinted moisturizer with SPF, avoid powders and foundations.  If it's colder/dry climate, bump up your moisturizer.

MJ: What must-have beauty products do you recommend?

AC: NARS The Multiples are great as they truly have multiple uses. A new fave of mine, Kevyn Aucoin's The Prime Color Creme Eye Shadow - the cream to powder finish is great for various climates and easy to carry-on. Jemma Kidd Tinted moisturizer, Clean & Clear Oil Absorbing Sheets, Bobbi Brown eyeshadow palette that has 6 eyeshadows that I can play with and then a lip gloss. I don't wear lipstick anymore - my husband won't kiss me if I wear and well... I love his smooches!

MJ: How do you keep yourself refreshed and radiant when flying?

AC: I do drink a TON of water on the plane and I have a facial spray, Herb Salad Mist by SkinFood - a line from Korea that I got hooked on when living in Singapore. Then a little bronzer blended with Jemma Kidd's All Over Dewy Face Glow. Blend a little extra of Jemma Kidd's glow into your highlight points - it'll give you a lift out of your jet lag!

MJ: If you were trapped on a deserted island what would be your must-have beauty items? 

AC: Since it's plural... My list from from above and Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant and sunscreen, so if I am saved I won't look leather-faced and haggard. If I am by myself, can I request a soccer ball so I can have a friend to talk too?! [MJ: picturing Tom Hanks but can't remember the movie??]

Thanks to Andrea for all your beauty tips! For more tips and tricks, check out her beauty blog Andrea Claire: Beauty & The Blog!

LIFT Beauty Boutique Hair Workshop for Makeup Artists!

*Please note: I did not do the hair only the makeup which is why I will be attending the workshop!

If you're a makeup artist who wants to learn how to style hair then this workshop is for you! The amazingly talented ladies at LIFT Beauty Boutique are hosting a hair workshop. You'll learn all the tips and tricks to doing hair like the pros! There are still a few openings left so hurry and book your spot!

What: Hair Workshop for Makeup Artists

When: April 11 at 1 pm

Where: LIFT Beauty Boutique

114 Cumberland Unit #303 (Lift Beauty Boutique is located on the third floor, right in the heart of Yorkville. We are easily accessible by subway (exit at the Bay subway station). If you are driving there are two Public Parking lots located right on Yorkville Ave, just steps away.)

Fee: $100 (You must pay in advance. Attendees get bobby pins, combs & elastics in class & take home. 15% off products, 20% Hot tools for kits)

To book call: 416.960.LIFT

Website: www.liftbeautyboutique.com

Beauty Feature: Spring Love

Spring is in the air! Can you feel the love? Makeup Junkie receives hoards of beauty products to try out and I love giving you the skinny on what's hot in spring trends. Here are some of my faves so far. Stay tuned for more spring goodies!

Revolution Organics Freedom Gloss in Freedom: I was excited to find this lippie in my swag from the Toronto Beauty Blogger Brunch last month. Totally loving this gloss! Why? Revolution Organics products are formulated with 100% natural and 85% certified organic ingredients. I love good-for-you glosses that are rich in vitamins and antioxidants. You won't find harsh chemicals, parabens, mineral oil, petroleum or artificial ingredients in this gloss. The packaging is also 100% recyclable and biodegradable. 

Freedom is a lovely strawberry red derived from an all-natural mineral-based pigment. It's spring love in a gloss! Freedom gives you the perfect kiss of red on the lips that it not over-powering. If you love glosses that appear more like a moisturizing stain then you will love this one. It's not a high-shine gloss but I don't mind because it's so wearable for day. The gloss applies sheer but is buildable. If you are hesitant to rock a red lip during the day try this one out! 

Mary Kay Cheek Glaze in Mandarin & Pomegranate: When I first opened these eye-popping shades of gel stains, I knew these would be a spring hit! I love gel stains because they not only last but they give your skin a beautiful glow. These felt very light-weight and never felt sticky or tacky. Don't be afraid of the bright juicy hues - they apply sheer and are extremely buildable. In fact, I had to apply a few layers to get the ideal intensity. Love both shades - Mandarin fits perfectly into the coral trends and Pomegranate is a classic berry flush. They are infused with extracts of Mandarin, Orange, Watermelon, Peach and Vitamin E. It can also double up as a lip stain! These pots offer a lot of product and are awesome to use if you're a makeup artist. Just scoop out with a spatula and apply! Available March 16.

O.P.I. Hong Kong Collection Hot & Spicy: I attended an exclusive launch sometime last Fall and was ecstatic to receive a manicure and the entire collection! I'll admit, there were some shades I wasn't in love with and gave away but there are definitely a few keepers. On the coral trend again, Hot & Spicy is such a great melon-coral. It's not too orange and really pops against your skin especially if you have a tan. Loves!

Vasanti Lipstick in Denmark: This lipstick has got my pulse racing! I've been on the hunt for a fuchsia-magenta shade like Denmark. This is a bold notice-me lip shade that is new for spring and would look amazing with a nude or bronzey eye. The texture is ultra creamy and highly pigmented. It lasted on the lips and even left a nice stain after eating and drinking. Denmark looks gorgeous when paired with a LBD or neutral clothing. 

Vasanti The Hamptons Eye Colour Palette: Well, this is probably the closest I'll get to visiting the Hamptons for now! Vasanti shadows are not only gorgeous but have a fabulous velvety texture and are highly pigmented. The set includes: soft neutral beige, soft peachy pink, neutral deep brown, periwinkle grey, and intense rich navy. All the shades are wearable and can easily go from day to night. I actually used the periwinkle grey and navy on a shoot yesterday. Produced a sultry smokey eye nicely. Also new for spring, this palette compliments the new lipstick shades Denmark, Sweden (nude pink), and Luxembourg (nude brown).

Have you tried any of these lovelies? Love 'em? Hate 'em? Want 'em?

A Tres Chic Boutique...Tres Chic Indeed!!!!!

Meet Summer!!!! Summer is a dear friend of mine from "growing up days" in California. I was able to have a few nights out with the girls while in Utah and caught up with Summer. She showed me around her classic and very fashionable boutique and to say I was floored would be quite the understatement!!!!! Tres Chic Boutique, pronounced {tray sheek boo-teek}, has been in business since early 2008. Unlike most boutiques, Tres Chic Boutique is a store you can afford to shop at either in person or online from the comfort of your own home. Tres Chic Boutique has been on television regularly, in magazines and featured in blogs all over the world!!!! I will be "modeling" some of the great looks from her boutique in upcoming tutorials. You are going to DIE!!!!!

Summer Adams, owner of Tres Chic Boutique describes herself stating,

"I'm a girlie-girl, most importantly a stay-at-home mom, who just LOVES fashion and home decor! Just call me....a Fashionista on a budget! My friends and family are always asking where I got "this" and "that" whether it's a piece in my home, something I've made or something I'm wearing. I decided it was time that I picked some of my favorite things to sell to all of you who are as passionate about your personal style as I am.

Tres Chic Boutique offers high-quality products for the lowest price possible. My pieces are from lines I've bought from for years now and know are a great buy. If you're a girl on a budget, you'll be thrilled with our prices. My mission is for every woman to be able to afford to look fabulous! And I'm the woman making it possible."

Click HERE or on the side bar to go to her site and just drool over classic to outrageously beautiful pieces she has. I DARE you not to fall in love =).