Katrina Hess Makeup Studio

Makeup Artist

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Hourglass Lip Oil

The weather is getting colder and we all know what that means- time to focus on your lips. Don’t let the season drag you down, lip care has never been easier or simpler than this. Hourglass Lip Oil glides on like a lip balm but instead of a sticky waxy mess that only covers up the problem you get a

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Here Comes the Bride!

It’s always a thrill to be part of someone’s big day. This one was especially nice, from the blue and gold color scheme in honor of the groom’s Marine service to the fabulous location- the always lovely Omni-Parker House!Bride’s always have such a glow about them. It’s important to enhance that

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Tropical Days and Tropical Nights

If you think you can’t wear bronzer, think again. Katrina Hess Studios has just gotten two great products from Kevyn Aucoin Beauty that are going to completely change how you think of bronzers. Tropical Nights by Kevyn Aucoin has a lovely pink undertone- which is a very hard shade to find. If you’ve

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Kevyn Aucoin Beauty

“Makeup may not change the world or even your life, but it can be a first step in learning things about yourself you may have never discovered otherwise.” –Kevin AucoinIf you follow beauty or fashion in any way Kevyn Aucoin really needs no introduction. From his work with Vogue photographer Steven

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Sara Happ Green Apple Lip Scrub

Just in time for spring comes Sara Happ's newest lip-smacking Lip Scrub in a limited edition Green Apple.  It's fresh, tart, and oh-so revitalizing!  Pair it with your favorite lip gloss or Sara Happ's incredibly hydrating Lip Slip and you've got yourself the softest, most kissable lips

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Hourglass Immaculate Liquid Powder Foundation

Finding the perfect foundation is a challenge for any woman, especially those with combination or oily skin and women on-the-go who are looking for a single product that will give them the lasting coverage they need to withstand a long day. With this in mind, it is my great honor to introduce the

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A Little Makeup Goes a Long Way

Whether you're a career gal, shop girl, entrepreneur or artist, I have one easy piece of advice that will allow you to make a good first impression professionally and personally: learn to apply a fresh face of makeup and do it everyday.  Not only do a few simple brushstrokes of makeup allow

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An Evening of Glamour

Once upon a time, I hosted an Evening of Glamour for Holly Safford and the lovely ladies behind The Catered Affair, the official caterer of the Boston Public Library.  Together, we toasted our Taittinger Champagne (my signature beverage in the studio) to an evening of great skincare, gorgeous hair,

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The Dramatic Eye

Excellent news, ladies!  Damone Roberts, the Eyebrow King, has debuted a new line of eyebrow gels to work in tandem with his brow pencils and powders!  As I'm sure you've noticed, a strong brow has been prominently featured in winter's fashion editorials, and with Damone Roberts' products you can

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Diego Dalla Palma is Divine

Diego Dalla Palma has brought us a daring new line of earthy tones with a richness and sensuality that is both incredibly fresh and playfully masculine.  The line is Divine, and I'm having a fabulous time experimenting with the new pallet!Here's what I'm loving:Layering a matte Bordeaux Anti Age