This season brings vibrant color to the eyes and lips. Try the new illuminating bright colors using a fan brush to apply a sheer soft glow to the eyes and cheeks. Lips are played up with a matte orange or deep plum. Of course, a nude lip with a touch of clear gloss is always in fashion! Learn
Complimentary Holiday Consultation!
Dear Valued Clients & Friends, Happy Holidays! A change in season and mask wearing requires extra attention for our complexions. The right makeup is important too! Complimentary Consultation Options During the month of December, let's determine the skincare and makeup colors that are
Eyes Are The Key For Expression!
To My Valued Clients & Friends, Eyes Are The Key For Expression! What’s Hot: Nude eyeshadows – layered in dusty rose, warn vanilla and cool grey Smudged Eyeliner— eyes are enhanced with colored eyeliners applied to the top and/or lower lash line to create a soft or sultry look.
The Recent Passing Of Ellis Faas
I wanted to take a moment to formally share my condolences on the recent unexpected passing of Ellis Faas, at the age of 58. The Dutch makeup artist built ELLIS FAAS Cosmetics in Amsterdam, while raising her daughter Flavia as a single mom. Beyond the founder of her brand, this marked a
Katrina’s “Faves” for a Summer Face in Brenda after Sixty
Katrina has become a contributing beauty editor for Brenda after Sixty a life, health & beauty blog for women 60+ in & around Boston. Her latest article discusses her favorite beauty products for a Summer face & tips on applying them. Read the article & more by her. Sign up for
Learn To Apply Lipstick & Liner Like A Pro
How do you apply lipstick with a lip liner? Watch the above video and follow along with these steps: Start by using Sara Happ lip scrub to remove all of the dead skin & smooth out your lips Apply the lipstick with a dome vegan brush (not a lipstick brush) Start from the inside of
Cosmobella Professional Makeup Brushes
I am so excited to add Cosmobella Brushes to my collection! They are vegan, synthetic, easy to use and available in 14 shapes/sizes. Cosmobella was founded by 2 brothers and their wives with the principle of bringing to market Must-Have premium quality beauty products at a very affordable
Get The Perfect Spring Look At Our Boston Studio
Take your worries away & relax while getting a brow makeover and lash tint. Perfect for your Spring beach vacation! Brow and lash tint is customized for you. Try a natural no fuss, no makeup look or a bold dramatic look! Makes looking fabulous with no makeup a breeze! Learn more about our
Boston Area On Location Wedding Makeup Services
One of our beautiful brides with her fury friend on her wedding day. How happy they both look! It all starts with the consultation. Katrina recommends an early consultation at her Newbury Street studio where you will create your best look together. Katrina has culled a dream palette of products
Makeup Products, Skin Care & Brushes
Katrina is proud to offer the hottest makeup products and brushes in her studio, including products from Ellis Faas, Kevyn Aucoin & Skin Owl. For more information relating to the products we use on a daily basis, please click here.
Boston Makeup Artist Products & Brushes
Learn more about the hottest makeup & brush products that we are proud to offer & use on a daily basis.
The Summer Wedding Season Is Here
Summer is finally here and we are in love with Summer weddings! Whether in the city of Boston, down the Cape or in the surrounding areas, a Summer wedding is a beautiful place to be. Having a Summer wedding? Discuss the perfect makeup look for you with Katrina
Destination Wedding On Location Makeup Services
You found the perfect man. You found the perfect destination. Now let Katrina Hess create your perfect look for the big day. Whether you’re saying I do on top of a mountain or on a beach, Katrina will take the stress out of having to find an on-location wedding day makeup artist. With over 20 years