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Make up Lesson with the Makeup Junkie

Posted on March 23, 2011November 23, 2014 by Elaine

My friend Joy of “The Joy of Makeup” and “Makeup Junkie” was kind of enough to book a makeup lesson session with me.

I was excited about doing the lesson but also kind of nervous for some reason.  I have always thought of myself as having a love for makeup and as far as “normal” people go I think I have slightly more makeup knowledge than the average person.  But…makeup artists are like celebrities to me.  They work magic with makeup.  The beauty of makeup is that it can transform someone completely or simple enhance ones natural beauty.  Makeup artists have this unbelievable talent for being able to see the beauty in all faces and are able to play up features and give women the confidence to feel their best.  That is truly a great gift in my opinion.

So, I was also kind of nervous because I have had no formal training in makeup and I was worried that I would suddenly find out I was doing everything WRONG!

Thank goodness for Joy for being so easy going and making it so much fun.  What I really loved was that she asked me to have ready all the makeup I use on a regular basis.  Obviously as an Avon Rep the majority of my makeup is from Avon!  There are some out there that scoff at the quality of Avon but being that I am a normal, everyday person who does not spend her time under bright lights nor in front of the camera I am not in need of buying “high end” or “luxury” make up. Avon makeup works for me.  Maybe it doesn’t work for everyone but for me it’s great!  I truly stand by the quality of the most of the Avon makeup – ESPECIALLY for the great price point.  I find it’s much better quality than a lot of the drugstore brands out there.

For the lesson with Joy she worked with what I already had and made recommendations for other types of products within the Avon line and also some other brands.

First off we did a day look (sorry I have no “before” pictures as I’m self conscious about not wearing any makeup, and I REALLY did not want to scare anyone!)

Day makeup 1
Makeup used:
 Cover FX Clear Prep FX primer
Avon Perfect Wear Foundation in Bisque
Avon Ideal Shade Loose Powder in Translucent
Avon Eyeshadow Quad in Island Breeze
Avon 12-in-1 eyeshadow palette
Avon True Color Blush in Heavenly Pink
Avon Smooth Minerals Mascara in Black
Sephora Waterproof Gel Liner in Brown
Bobbi Brown Metallic Pink lipstick
Josie Maran gloss in Happy
It sounds like a lot of products were used, but really it’s all about the layering.  I realize that I need slightly heavier coverage with my foundation so I’m on the hunt for a medium to full coverage foundation now.  Joy mentioned that all the products I have work well so that was a relief to me.  If I wanted to do a more dramatic look then I might look into getting more pigmented shades of eye shadows but for my everyday look everything I have works well.

Next on to my favorite “night” look
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Face makeup same as above + CARGO Blu_Ray HD Bronzer
Avon Eyeshadow Quad in Island Breeze
Avon 12-in-1 eyeshadow palette
Avon Eyeshadow Quad in Textured Teals
NARS eyeshadow in China Blue
MAC Khol Pencil in Blooz
NARS Velvet Gloss Pencil in Hopi
Chanel Lumiere Gloss in Beige Guitare
Fake eyelashes (cut in half) gifted by http://www.frmheadtotoe.com/
Don’t my eyes just “POP”?  I LOVE this look!
What did I learn?
1. I am pretty good at the basics and have most of the necessary tools – what a relief!
2. I could stick with my light – medium foundation coverage if I also get a concealer.  OR I could find a medium – full coverage foundation to cut down on time.  I think I will probably pick the 2nd option.
3. For bolder looks I need to invest in more pigmented shades.  I love how the blues look on me and I do love purples too so I will probably be on the hunt for great shades in these hues.
4. Cut my fake eyelashes in half and just apply to the corners – makes application easier until I become an expert.
5. Practice, practice, practice!  I did a lot of this in high school just playing at make up at home. I haven’t set time aside to play around lately, I think I’m going to make this a goal of mine!

Now, because I loved this look so much I took a bunch more close up shots 😉

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I would HIGHLY recommend getting a makeup lesson done with a pro even to learn how to apply the basics. If you think about it, where did you learn to put on makeup? I learned the basics from my mom as I’m sure most other people have, but my mom doesn’t wear too much makeup so the rest of my knowledge is through experimenting and observation. I found this lesson so useful. Even go to your local Sephora or favorite makeup counter and get a quick lesson, I believe it’s really valuable.

If you want to book with Joy check out her site http://www.joyofmakeup.ca/ for her contact information. I do warn you – Joy is VERY popular and VERY busy – and she will be even busier come Summer and Fall 😉

Thanks Joy!!!  Much love to you

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