Katrina Hess Makeup Studio

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The Truth About Translucent Powder – A Little Goes A Long Way

A loose translucent powder is one of the most important products to use. It can be used alone or over any foundation or tinged moisturizer. I also, suggest applying on eyelids over eye primer (if using). WHY: It acts as a piece of silk to glide bronzer, blush, contour powder and eye

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Keep Skin Glowing All Winter Long

Whether you're hitting the slopes or off to an exotic island skin can become sensitive and dry due to travel, sun, and dry air. Here are a few of my favorite tips! Switch out from your day to day facial cleanser with a natural plant oil base cleanser on the face that melts makeup and dirt

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Everyday to Evening: Kevyn Aucoin Shadows

Looking to refresh your makeup routine? The latest single eyeshadows from Kevyn Aucoin are a must-try. These versatile shades are perfect for everything from a natural daytime glow to a bold, smokey evening look. With rich pigmentation and effortless blendability, they deliver professional results

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Out with the Old, In With the New!

Your favorite makeup can be like favorite old shoes – it’s hard to throw away. The beginning of the year is a good time to clean out our makeup bags and old products, and start with fresh makeup. This is especially important for liquid products. Unlike with many other products we use every

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“Very Peri” – A Cool Blue for a Fresh Winter Eye Look!

The annual Pantone Color of the Year has a huge influence on textiles, fabrics, clothing – and yes, cosmetics! This year’s color is “Very Peri” – a gorgeous periwinkle blue Pantone hopes will “encourage personal inventiveness and creativity.” That sounds good to me! This year we can be hip, be in

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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