I never thought I’d be in the candle business. But I’ve gotten so many compliments from my clients on the candles that I burn in my studio that I wanted to write a blog about KOBO Candles. The holidays are almost here, and along with the turkey and stuffing and Christmas trees comes the need for
Katrina’s Classic Contouring Tips
Contouring isn’t a new concept within the world of makeup. In fact, contouring was first used in the silver screen era, when photography first became widespread. Black and whites that exhibited a strong, glamorous movie contour look became incredibly popular, and today’s magazine and runway models
Katrina Hess’s Fall 2014 Beauty Basics For The Professional: Brows and Makeup
Creating wedding looks for Boston brides is a large part of my day, but beautiful brows and makeup aren't just for brides. Finding the right professional look for your workplace is just as important. I've put together a collection of brow and makeup tips for the professional woman to ensure you
Fall Makeup Looks 2014
It’s time to welcome in a new season with fresh fall colors and a sultry post-summer look. I’ve picked out my favorite fall eye colors, lip shades, and foundations to help my clients craft a look suitable for this colorful, cozy season. FALL FACES: Fall foundations bring a fresh, even skin tone
Katrina’s 2014 Bridal Makeup Tips
Looking terrific on your wedding day doesn’t have to be hard. All you need to be a blushing, beautiful bride is a few of my expert tips and tricks below. (If you’d rather leave your bridal wedding makeup to a professional, however, feel free to give me a call.) 1) SKIN For glowing, dewy skin,
Fall Makeup Colors: Hourglass Extreme Sheen High Shine Lip Gloss
Autumn is the perfect time to swap your traditional summer color palette for fabulous fall hues. One of my favorite “get ready for fall” staples is Extreme Sheen High Shine Lip Gloss from Hourglass. This glam gloss is far more than a lip gloss; it is creamier and longer-lasting for a look that will
Real Steals: Katrina’s Summer 2014 Bargain Beauty List
Everyone loves a beauty bargain, but not everyone has the time to comb through the drugstore racks in search of the latest trend or inexpensive new makeup find. This month, I’ve compiled some of my favorite everyday products to simplify the process of finding real beauty steals. The next time you’re
Want to Look Fab This Summer? Give Yourself A Red Carpet Facial
I am always looking for new products for the studio that produce amazing results for my clients. Kinara’s Red Carpet Facial Kit, invented at Kinara Skin Care Clinic as the secret weapon of movie stars, gives your skin a glamorous celebrity glow through its nourishing combination of exfoliants and
Raising the Bar at the YPO Southern 7 Family Meeting in Cape Cod 2014
I was delighted to have the opportunity to work with the Young Presidents Organization Southern Chapter 7 at their annual Family Meeting in Cape Cod this June. The event was a four day retreat at Chatham Bars Inn in Cape Cod from June 18-22nd, and I attended as a makeup and skincare industry expert
Katrina’s Pocket Guide to Perfect Makeup
I first put together this five-part list of makeup tips and tricks for the Young Presidents’ Organization event that I participated in back in June. This pocket guide was so successful with the ladies in attendance that I decided to share it with you all here on my blog! If you have any questions
Summer Styles: Bright Eyes and Bold Lips
Summer is officially here, and with warm weather comes more colorful looks. Sometimes my clients are a tad afraid of using bold shades of blue and green on their eyes, but matching mascara colors to your baby blues is officially in this season. If you’re interested in trying a colored mascara
When Natural Lashes Just Won’t Do, Find a Whole New You with Younique’s Moodstruck 3D Fiber Lashes
Triple-amped up lashes are all the rage on runways and city streets these days. Unfortunately, eyelash glue and extensions can really take a toll on the health of your lashes. Just like professional nail salon shellac, the frequent application of lash extensions can weaken your lashes and negatively
Banish Unsightly Under-Eye Bags For Good
Under-eye bags come naturally with age, but if you’re like me, you’re probably eager for tips and tricks to delay the inevitable and keep those unsightly bags at bay. The Wall Street Journal published a recent article on “Quick Cures/Quack Cures for Under-Eye Bags” that I wanted to share with you











