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
Refresh Your Look This Fall with a Personalized Makeup Lesson
As the seasons change, so should your makeup routine. Fall is the perfect time to refresh your look, update your colors, and learn new techniques that enhance your natural beauty. At Katrina Hess Makeup Studio, our professional makeup lessons are designed to help you feel confident and
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
Take Your Brows from Ordinary to Extraordinary!
Ready to take your brow game to the next level? Book a private Brow Makeover Lesson and learn personalized techniques tailored to your face shape, features, and style. Whether you’re just starting out or want to refine your routine, we’ll walk you through product selection, shaping tips, and pro
Correcting, Concealing and Highlighting – You Can Do It!
To many, the difference between a corrector, a concealer, and a highlighter is confusing. Here are some quick tips and cruelty-free product picks to get you seeing clearly when it comes to these beauty must-haves… Corrector: Offers the most coverage Concealer: Offers medium coverage
Makeup Lesson
Beauty Basics for a Perfect Daytime Look! Katrina creates perfect makeup looks for anyone, at any age. After trying to figure out how to adjust my makeup to my changing face, Katrina came to the rescue. We’re never too old to try something new, so why not treat yourself to a one-to-one,
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
Damone Roberts – New Brow Pencils
I’m obsessing over Damone Roberts new brow pencils. Why I love them: Available in 6 true-to-color shades. Blends out easily. Double ended with blending brush. Sharpens easily. Tips: It's great to use two shades especially when filling in sparse areas, and/or to exaggerate the
Make Your Makeup Last and Solve Mishaps!
It’s happened to most of us – our lipstick dries out in the tube, or we end up throwing it away when we know there’s more in there. Our makeup pens get clogged. We drop our compacts and the product cracks or crumbles. But don’t worry! Here’s how you can make your makeup last and solve makeup
New Year, New Look with Private Makeup Lessons
Makeup Lessons For Individuals Katrina believes in beauty that is healthy, clean and cruelty-free. Many of her favorites are available at her studio, including Kevyn Aucoin Beauty, Ellis Faas, Saint Jane, Damone Roberts, Skin Owl and Olga Lorercon. Katrina is always looking for
Katrina’s Faves for Smooth, Hydrated Summer Skin
Recently I had the pleasure of talking with my friend Annie Tevelin, Founder and CEO of a fabulous skincare line called SkinOwl… Annie, why do oils penetrate faster and absorb more than creams? Essentially, oils are a smaller molecule than creams made with lipids. This smaller molecule allows
Katrina Says Brush Up on Brush Care!
I love being a beauty contributor for Brenda After Sixty! This month, I’m going to share with you my favorite makeup brushes and tools, and how I keep them clean. It’s hard to find a GOOD, cruelty-free makeup brush set without breaking the bank. I love Kevyn Aucoin’s brush sets – especially
“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