Katrina Hess Makeup Studio

Makeup Artist

By

Sensual Skin Powder: The Freshest New Face In Town

My clients are always looking for the latest secret to achieving flawless, perfect skin. Although I have over 20 years of experience in the beauty industry, sometimes even I defer to the ultimate experts—the cosmetics companies themselves who are concocting the latest and greatest makeup technology.

By

Get A Glam Glow – Compliments of KevynAucoin

With summer just around the corner (well, if it ever stops snowing here in Boston, that is!), it’s time to say goodbye to pasty winter skin. I especially love KevynAucoin’s Pure Powder Glow in Fira, and Creamy Glow Duo in Tresbelle, for these purposes. These two fab products were just featured in

By

Shape and Sculpt into Spring with Fan Brushes

In Allure’s latest April 2014 issue, Kevyn Aucoin’s Large Fan Brush is featured in a great article called “The Makeup Pro Sculpting Class.” I’ve been a “fan” of the large fan brush for years, because I’ve found that it is the perfect tool for beginners and experts alike to create a flattering

By

Pretty as a Peach with Plum Pretty Sugar

I often talk about new colors and makeup products here on my blog, but this week I want to share a fabulous apparel and accessories site I found with you—www.plumprettysugar.com. All my brides these days are ordering matching bridesmaid kimono robes for the bridal party to wear while getting ready

By

The NEW Mrs. You! Get Honeymoon Ready with Cane + Austin

For the gals that already know about Cane + Austin’s 10% glycolic pads that I practically swear by, well—you’ll absolutely love the two latest products from dermatologist Dr. Craig Austin. We already know how great Cane + Austin’s Miracle Pads are—all my clients always tell me they are a proven

By

YouTube Beauty Film Shoot – Live from Katrina Hess Makeup Studio

I’ve helped hundreds of women with makeup looks and professional brow shaping for just about every occasion—weddings, photo shoots, corporate collateral, and more. But when Pixability, a leading Boston-based YouTube video marketing software company, asked to work with me in my Newbury Street studio

By

Prep Your Skin for Sunny Winter Getaways

For those of you lucky enough to be gearing up for a sunny winter getaway down to Florida or other tropical vacation destinations, remember one thing. Your wardrobe might be ready to hit the beach, but chances are your skin isn’t! After months of winter sweaters and cold weather, you need to get

By

All About Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush

My clients already know how much I love Hourglass’s Ambient Lighting Powder by Hourglass, so I am thrilled to now have six fantastic shades of Ambient Lighting Blush here in my studio. Now that everyone has been introduced to the illuminating all-over powder, it’s time to follow up with these great

By

Kevyn Aucoin Celestial Skin

Even with the best skin care regimen in the world after the weather we’ve been having you might be noticing some dull skin, especially on your face. Of course you should come in for a Kinara Red Carpet Facial and get a custom skin care program worked up to fit your needs but if you don’t have time