I'm a sucker for a great drugstore find....and a catchy name!

I've got TONS of new photos to share, but my computer is being difficult and won't upload, so I'll throw in a quick product review...check back for more before/afters!



Ever heard of Hard Candy?  They used to be part of Urban Decay....the packaging is similar, catchy product names, bold color cosmetics.  The big difference?  Hard Candy is sold at Wal-Mart, that's right WAL-MART.  That means it's CHEAP, people.  Aha, so I've got your attention?  I can't say it enough...I am more than willing to pay big bucks for the right product that delivers the results I want for my clients, but a great product is a great product,  I'm not too snobby to work in some drugstore finds.



I tested a few Hard Candy items recently....including the cleverly titled "Eye'm Tired"....serum to de-puff and brighten your underye area.  Price?  $5.00....so why not?

 It comes in a tube with three little metal roller balls.....you massage the product in and let it dry.  I tried it after cleansing and after eye cream on a morning when my allergies were kicking up.  It felt GREAT....very cool, very refreshing...would be fab in the fridge! (Note for the upcoming Texas summer.....)

I really saw a reduction in puffiness....it was noticeable!  This is now my go to after late nights and allergy mornings...it makes my eyes feel more awake.  I just wait about 10 minutes and then start my makeup routine....easy.

 

What makes it work is a combo of the rollers and the light serum that contains vitamin B5, caffeine, cassava and algae extract. This isn't taking the place of anything in my skin care routine, just an addition for puffy eye days.  Again, for the price, it was worth the risk....great product with a catchy, clever name that makes me like it even more. Bring on the weepy chick flicks, I'm ready!

 

Sneak Peek of Loma Linda Photo Shoot!

I was asked to do a styled shoot at Loma Linda today...a lovely outdoor wedding facility/ranch in Rockett, TX (near Waxahachie).  The stark, bare trees were a cool backdrop for the vintage feel of the shoot....and, you can't see it in these shots, but she's wearing the most gorgeous aquamarine shoes!  Love!  For hair I went with soft waves...first with a floral headpiece, then down with a side part...

For makeup, the look was flushed and rosy, but with a pop of aquamarine that really brought out Grace's eyes.  Gorgeous!

More to follow once I have all the images back...but here's a sneak peek....
(PS, Grace and Matt are getting married for real in about a month...best wishes!)

(Hair and makeup by LipService Makeup, Photography by Melissa Shook Photography)