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MAC Cosmetics Marge Simpson Limited Edition Collection

September 3, 2014 makeupartistrybytracie Leave a comment

If you ever wondered what Marge Simpson‘s beauty bag looked like then this new MAC Cosmetics collection is perfect for you. MAC Cosmetics is celebrating The Simpsons 25th anniversary by creating a 10 item collection in honor of the famous cartoon mom. The collection is a playful line that gives some fun colorful ideas to add into your kit. The 10 items include: two 4 piece eyeshadow palettes, blush, lipglass and false lashes. The colors are in shades of pink, purple, black and of course blue like her famous beehive hair with names like: Itchy & Scratchy & Sexy, Nacho Cheese Explosion and That Trillion Dollar Look. The packaging alone is worth showcasing the items in your beauty bag.

While you may not want to have a complete Marge makeover, one suggestion would be to add one of the fun colors to your look for a pop of fun color. As well as using a Marge Simpson lipglass shade on top of your neutral lip pencil to create a new color.

Those that attended Comic-Con in San Diego this past were the first to preview the makeup line before it hits the stores. The lines outside the MAC store were wrapped around the block, proving that this iconic character may not be Marilyn Monroe, or Barbie, but she has a huge following all her own. The attendees also were able to get Marge makeovers and see the Marge models, come to life as their favorite animated character.

The Marge Simpson makeup collection is available online on and in stores on September 4. It is a limited edition collection and will sell out fast both online and in stores.

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Tracie Rosales Makes Clients Look Their Best Every Time

August 8, 2014 makeupartistrybytracie Leave a comment

Thanks to Small Business Trendsetters for the lovely story about me and my business! Honored to be written and shares about.

Everyone wants to look their best, every day. From special occasions to professional engagements to actors and actresses on the set, Tracie Rosales of Makeup Artistry By Tracie (www.tracierosales.com) is invested in bringing her clients’ best faces forward. Recently expanding operations from solely serving the metro DC area to including service in Miami and Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Rosales is working to bring her fresh-faced, customer-driven aesthetic to a wider audience. By offering a mobile service, Rosales is able to travel to her clients, wherever they need her.

“We are totally mobile and come to the client, to make it convenient for them,” Rosales says. “If it is a photo shoot then I come before and will stay on set during for any touch-ups, modification and to help.” Rosales services help bring her clients more confidence and helps give them a sense of calm, whether it’s their wedding day or they are uncomfortable in front of a camera or appearing in public. Being behind the scenes is one part of her job that she loves most. “I get to see the bride before she walks down the aisle, the speaker before they go out on stage, the models backstage before they walk the catwalk,” Rosales says.

In addition to offering clients her skills and services, Rosales is also happy to pass along any makeup tips or tricks that can help her clients achieve professional-looking results at home. Dedicated to increasing her professional development, Rosales is considers herself a lifelong learner when it comes to her improving her skills. Boasting an impressive list of credentials and certifications, Rosales is committed to bringing her clients the most up-to-date looks, techniques, and beauty services.

Customers are appreciative of the services Makeup Artistry by Tracie provides, often offering referrals and providing customer endorsements and testimonials. Using her professional expertise, Rosales is able to be the calm, quiet voice of reason, standing behind her aesthetic choices, even when other professionals are dubious. In one instant, the fresh-faced, natural looks she created not only set the perfect tone for the bridal photo shoot she was hired for, it also brought referrals from the photographer.

“From that point on she began referring her brides and other clients to me saying that I knew what I was doing and that with the right technique you could achieve an amazing look, without being overly done, and still have beautiful pictures,” Rosales said. Landing clients from individuals to corporations – including Google – and working for magazines like Brides and Wedding of Northern Virginia and Winery Weddings, which both chose Rosales to craft their cover looks, Rosales has been named to the Top 40 Under 40: Rising Business and Community Leaders for Loudon

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Kim Kardashian’s Makeup Artist Shares her Wedding Day Look

May 29, 2014 makeupartistrybytracie Leave a comment

Kim Kardashian‘s wedding to Kanye West has been a huge story and following this past weekend. Finally the wedding photos have been released and all have seen the bride in her gown and her gorgeous bridal look. Her longtime makeup artist and friend Mario Dedivanovic is spilling his tips on creating her look for the wedding in Florence.

Mario saw the dress and took inspiration about her look from it. “I didn’t want to make too much of a statement with her makeup. We decided to go with something natural and timeless. I wanted to go with something clean and classic and I wanted her to look almost angelic.”

Talking to Australia’s Channel Nine breakfast show Mornings, Mario confirmed that Kim wanted her signature contoured makeup for the wedding, before explaining how he defined her cheekbones. “Contouring frames the face and chisels the cheeks. So basically it’s putting a little bit of bronzer on the hairline and jawline and on the hollows of the cheeks and the bridge of the nose. It thins out the face and gives warmth to the face. Sometimes it takes 20 minutes, sometimes an hour. The most important [tip] is to blend, blend, blend.”

On her skin he went with a radiant, dewy look. For her eyes he went with warm tones and a liquid eyeliner on the lids. Of course he enhanced her lashes with individual false lashes by Kardashian Beauty and Urban Decay Perversion mascara and made them pop as they always seem to do in photos of the star. For the ceremony her lips was a peachy pink and then at the reception they switched it for a classic nude lip using L’Oreal Colour Riche Extraordinaire in Nude Ballet.

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MAC Cosmetics Latest Collection: A Fantasy of Flowers

February 8, 2014 makeupartistrybytracie Leave a comment

“A dream world bursting with brilliant blooms of colour. A stunning bouquet of shades draw you in with hypnotic movement as magical fantasy emerges glowing with a floral essence. Rose coloured hues burst from lustrous Lipstick, while a heavenly hybrid of Mineralize Eye Shadows blossoms with natural splendour. Cheeks are kissed with graceful glow of Mineralize Blush, and vivid pops of coulour flourish as Fluidline and Nail Lacquer bring this flowery fantasia to life”. This collection will for sure make you think spring no matter what climate you are in. Bright, Bold and of course MAC quality.

Mineralize Eyeshadow (Four Shades): $21.00 USD

Golden Hours: Copper bronze, golden brown, soft golden peach, pale yellow gold (Frost)
Great Beyond: Deep blue violet, dusky plum, icy white lilac, soft mauve violet (Frost)
In the Meadow: Ice shimmering white, dirty olive green, golden mint, pale yellow (Frost)
Pink Sensibilities: Pinky brown, chocolate brown, yellow pink, icy blue pink (Frost)

Fluidline: $16.00 USD

Phlox Garden: Vivid violet
Sassy Moss: Vivid green
Pigment: $21.00 USD
Chatreuse Bouquet: Shimmering acid green
Lily-White: Pale butter-yellow shimmer
Pink Pearl: Shimmery lavender-pink
Violet: Vivid bright violet purple

Mineralize Skinfinish: $30.00 USD

Perfect Topping: Pale pearlized pink
Stereo Rose: Copper bronze

Mineralize Blush: $25.00 USD

Azalea in the Afternoon: Mid-tone cool pink
Petal Power: Coral pink with gold shimmer

Lipstick: $15.00 USD

Dreaming Dahlia: Sheer red-coral (Lustre)
Fleur d’Coral: Pale creamy peach (Lustre)
Heavenly Hybrid: Mid-tone berry (Lustre)
Naked Bud: Neutral sheer nude (Lustre)
Rose Lily: Sheer pastel pink (Lustre)
Snapdragon: Mid-tone blue pink (Lustre)

Cremesheen Glass: $20.00 USD

Flare of Fantasy: Mid-tone pink beige
Galaxy Rose: Mid-tone violet pink
Nectarsweet: Soft pink
Pagoda: Frosted cool pink
Playful Petal: Electric magenta
Star Quality: Bright orange-coral

Nail Lacquer: $16.00 USD

Girl Trouble: Super glitter pink (Frost)
Pep Pep Pep: Light peach nude (Cream)
Saint Germain: Light cool pink (Cream)
Soiree: Sparkly light bronze gold (Frost)

Brushes:

159 Duo Fibre Blush $35.00 USD
187 Duo Fibre Face $42.00 USD
286 Duo Fibre Tapered Blending $32.00 USD

A Fantasy of Flowers is a limited edition collection, so as always if you want any of these colors get it soon before it is too late.

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Best Grammy 2014 Beauty Looks

January 27, 2014 makeupartistrybytracie Leave a comment

There were so many memorable moments from the 2014 Grammy’s last night from the performances, to the winners and of course the red carpet.

Queen Latifah made a splash with the officiating of the I-Do’s of 33 lucky couples. She looked stunning and showed a dark lipstick with a gorgeous canvas of glowing skin. The Queen’s makeup artist Sam Fine picked a great look.

(Photo Credit: Jason Merritt / Getty Images)

Taylor Swift is one young lady that really does rock great beauty looks on red carpets. What I loved about her look tonight was that she went a different route than her normal gorgeous red lip. Her light pink lip is perfect so that her silver smokey eye. Also loving her hair pulled back in a chic ponytail.

Whether you were a fan of the dress or not Katy Perry‘s makeup and hair looked amazing. The bubblegum pink lipstick was a great color that gave a fun statement. Perry’s hairstyle was a nod to Elizabeth Taylor. Her hair was twisted into a large bun and a shine mist was applied to get that polish.

Tamar Braxton glowed on the red carpet. Her makeup was subtle and really showcased her beauty. It was a look that was perfection, from the perfectly lined eyes for a pop, fresh skin and a light pink / nude lip.

Anna Kendrick’s sideswept hair was inspired by icon: Veronica Lake. It was a fabulous style to showcase her beauty and the dress. To create this look use thermal rollers and brush out. And don’t forget to add the frizz control to keep your mane looking smooth.

Whose look did you love?

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Show Your #DisneySide @Home Celebration Kit

January 22, 2014 makeupartistrybytracie 2 Comments

Shortly after recieving the news that I was selected to be a hostess for a #DisneySide @Home Celebration, a very large box was delivered on my doorstep. The box alone created a buzz in my house as the mom of a 3 year old toddler and my husband were very curious to see what was in store for us!

The 24 lb box was HUGE!!

Opened the box to find an amazing piece of luggage from American Tourister. The hostess gift! And when I opened the suitcase…inside was the contents to host a MICKEY MOUSE CLUBHOUSE themed party.

Party Supplies: Tablecloth, Cups, Plates, Napkins and Spinning Decor

Goodies to Create Snacks: A set of three Mickey Mouse cookie cutters, cupcake wrappers, Oceanspray Craisins and a set of measuring cups (Courtesy of ABC’s The Chew)

Activities for the Celebration: Mickey and Minnie Posters for all attendees, face painting guide, balloons, Mickey Stickers, Pluto temporary tattoo’s, bracelets from Wide World of Sports and 2014 Muppet Calendars.

HP included several Photo Card Packs to use as invitations and print pictures to commemorate the day, a Mickey Mouse luggage tag and an Iphone 5 case from Disney Story app. The app lets you tell a story thru your pictures and music.

A huge thank you to Disney, American Tourister, HP and Oceanspray. The Hostess gift was amazing and when #Disney Celebrations said that it would give you everything needed to host a pary, they were not joking. We are very excited to get to party planning our Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Party. Stay Tuned to see our party theme.

** I recieved free products in order to host my Disney Side @Home Celebration. My opinions expressed in this post are my own. **

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Best 2014 Golden Globe Beauty Looks

January 15, 2014 makeupartistrybytracie Leave a comment

Whether your favorite actor or actress won a Golden Globe, the red carpet was full of stunning and surprising looks. While there were so many starlets that looked great there were some ladies that were perfection. Here are some of my favorite beauty looks.

Mila Kunis showed everyone how to wear a gray smokey eye perfectly. What was stunning was that it was not over done with black smoke. It was dramatic with restraint. Mila’s makeup artist Tracey Levy used Lancôme shadows and pencils to create her look. Lancôme Color Design Infinite 24HR in Timeless Taupe on the lids with a dash of Lancôme Le Crayon Khôl Pencil in Gris Noir and Lancôme Artliner in Noir.

Pink Lips were shown on the Spring Fashion Runway by designers like Carolina Herrera and Diane Von Furstenburg. Emma Watson wore a pink lip perfectly at the Golden Globes. Her pout popped and the rest of her makeup complimented it perfectly.

Showing hair and makeup in harmony and not only for young Hollywood was Cate Blanchett. Instead of wearing a red lip, Cate opted for going with the pink trend. Her bob was perfectly in place and was styled with a great blow out.

Jennifer Lawrence made me look twice as her hair and makeup looked amazing. The dark mulberry lip color was Rouge Dior Lipstick in Prune Daisy. I also loved that her shadow was a silver eye shadow that was not too dark. The eye shadow used was Dior’s 5 Couleurs Eye Shadow in Gris-Gris.

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OCC Fragmented Alice Lip Tar

September 5, 2013 makeupartistrybytracie Leave a comment

Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics is a brand that I found several years ago and since then they have blown up and create some amazing products and shades. The cruelty-free vegan line has rich pigments, incredible staying power and can create both beauty and editorial looks.

There award winning lip tar has become a huge hit, Lip Tar is a hybrid of a lipstick and a lip gloss, the pigment is so saturated that a little goes a long way. I promise this is one where you really want to apply with a light hand.

To my surprise I was very interested when I learned that OCC was releasing a new color Lip Tar and it would make its debut at San Diego Comic Con. Luckily San Diego is my home town so I sent my brother on the mission to acquire the Tar before it hit the shelves. Why did I go nuts for this??

“Fragmented Alice” Lip Tar is a take On Alice in Wonderland. Symbolist painter Gail Potocki, helped create the color, Inspired by Potocki’s uniquely macabre take on the Alice in Wonderland mythology. The color is a metallic green, hints of gold and something that is fresh and new. OCC describes the color as “acid-green, gold laced metallic”. Packaged with an applicator for $14 USD.

Keeping true with the formula of Lip Tar it is glossy and has a shimmery effect. Yes the color is definitely green and does have a gold sheen in it. If you are not sure that you are ready to rock such a strong color, it looks very cool on top of a neutral pink shade and gives your lips a reason for a second glance. However, if you are not inspired by the color then look into all of the Lip Tar shades and pick a fun one that you would love.

OCC will be conjuring up a limited edition collection full of curious colors inspired by the world of ‘Fragmented Alice’.

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Garnier BB Cream: Skin Renew Review

March 12, 2013 makeupartistrybytracie 1 Comment

I remember a few years ago when the hype was HD Makeup, and now it is BB Cream. Everyone seems to make it and it is the must have product. Many clients have been asking me what is it and do they need it. BB Cream is actually not a new product it was originally formulated in 1960. BB Cream stands for Beauty Balm and is promoted as an all in one product that can replace your moisturizer, serum, foundation and sun protection.

I was fortunate to receive a sample of Garnier BB Cream: Skin Renew to test out. It is the company’s first BB Cream that combines hydration with tinted minerals and Vitamin C. I found that the product was very creamy and smooth, reminding me of a moisturizer and tinted to match my skin tone. The product gives a good amount of coverage and evened my skin tone. I was surprised that the coverage lasted longer than a tinted moisturizer which I personally am not a fan off, and more like a traditional foundation.

It is a great option for the upcoming Spring and Summer months, easy to use and not a strong scent. Skip the tinted moisturizer which does not hydrate as well as a BB Cream and gives minimal coverage if any. I would still recommend to clients to use a moisturizer after washing your face and a serum based on skin type.

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MAC Cosmetics: Archie Girls Collection

February 20, 2013 makeupartistrybytracie 1 Comment

Are you Team Betty or Team Veronica? The classic Archie comics featured a rivalry between the girl next door, Betty and the smoldering Veronica. MAC Cosmetics is releasing their Spring Limited Edition Collection inspired by the timeless rivalry between Betty and Veronica. For Betty, MAC created a sugary sweet pink and peach collection to cater to your softer side. The Veronica collection is dramatic, vampy and caters to your cool, striking side. Whether you are Team Betty, Team Veronica, MAC has also created accessories that feature the epic love triangle.

(Photo Credit: MAC Cosmetics)

Archie’s Girls: Betty

Betty Lipstick – $16.50

Girl Next Door Vivid Blue Pink (Lustre)
Betty Bright Light Vibrant Peach (Satin)
Oh, Oh, Oh Sheer Brown Plum (Lustre)

Betty LipGlass – $16.50

Summer Sweetheart Light Peach
Stay Sweet Light Lavendar Pink
Kiss & Don’t Tell Bright Coral

Caramel Sundae: Eye Shadow X4 – $44.00

Cheryl Chic Light Coral Pink (Frost)
Dreammaker Pale Frosty Yellow (Frost)
Caramel Sundae Midtone Warm Tan (Satin)
Showstopper Dark, Cool-Toned Brown (Matte)

Betty Nail Lacquer – $17.50

Comic Cute Bright Coral
Pep, Pep, Pep Light Peach Nude

Betty Powder Blush – $22.00

Cream Soda Light Neutral Coral

Archie’s Girls Pearlmatte Face Powder – $30.00

Flatter Me Golden Peach with Coral Hearts

Betty Pigment – $23.00

Cheers My Dear Light Lavender
Lucky in Love Shimmering Light Blue Green

Pearlglide Intense Eyeliner – $16.50

Lord It Up Bronze with Pearl
Black Swan Black with Gold Pearl

Betty Opulash Optimum Black – $17.50

(Photo Credit: MAC Cosmetics)

Archie’s Girls: Veronica

Veronica Lipstick – $16.50

Daddy’s Little Girl Midtone Pink Violet (Satin)
Ronnie Red Bright Red (Matte)
Boyfriend Stealer Deep Blackened Plum (Cremesheen)

Veronica LipGlass – $16.50

Mall Madness Midtone Pink Violet
Strawberry Malt Bright Red
Feelin’ So Good Deep Blackened Plum

Spoiled Rich: Eye Shadow X4 – $44.00

Pin-Up Purple Midtone Orchid (Frost)
Spoiled Rich Rich Purple (Frost)
Ron Ron Ron Deep Navy (Satin)
Gravel Charcoal (Matte)

Veronica Nail Lacquer – $17.50

Past Curfew Deep Berry
Double Trouble Deep Navy

Veronica Powder Blush – $22.00

Prom Princess Midtone Violet Pink

Archie’s Girls Pearlmatte Face Powder – $30.00

Veronica’s Blush Silvery Pink Base with Deep Pink Hearts

Veronica Pigment – $23.00

Black Poodle Blackened Pink
Magic Spells Blackened Teal

Pearlglide Intense Eyeliner – $16.50

Petrol Blue Deep Navy with Pearl
Designer Purple Violet with Pearl

Veronica Opulash Optimum Black – $17.50

(Photo Credit: MAC Cosmetics)

Archie’s Girls: Exclusives

Archie’s Girls Brush Kit– $49.50

Includes a five-piece brush kit, brushes handles are covered with hearts and in a logo embossed tin case.

Young Hearts Mirror – $25.00

Online exclusive heart shaped mirror with white faux-patent slipcase.

Yours Forever Tote– $49.50

Online exclusive, white faux-patent tote with heart shaped front pocket and red piping.

Jingle Jangle Coin Purse – $33.00

A heart shaped faux-patent coin purse, with a zippered closure and red piping.

Just a Flirt Makeup Bag – $38.00

A white faux-patent heart shaped makeup bag with a red zippered closure and piping. Ultra chic and portable for keeping all of your essentials.

The National Release of Archie’s Girls is officially February 7th. MAC Cosmetics did release the collection for purchase online starting today! If you love a color or an accessory don’t hesitate as it is limited edition and will sell out.

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Tag Archives: Makeup Artistry by Tracie

MAC Cosmetics Marge Simpson Limited Edition Collection

Tracie Rosales Makes Clients Look Their Best Every Time

Kim Kardashian’s Makeup Artist Shares her Wedding Day Look

MAC Cosmetics Latest Collection: A Fantasy of Flowers

Best Grammy 2014 Beauty Looks

Show Your #DisneySide @Home Celebration Kit

Best 2014 Golden Globe Beauty Looks

OCC Fragmented Alice Lip Tar

Garnier BB Cream: Skin Renew Review

MAC Cosmetics: Archie Girls Collection

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