summer beauty trends

i love summertime makeup. pops of color, bronzed skin, lighter coverage - what's not to love! here are some of my trend predictions for this summer.

trend #1: healthy sun kissed skin

use: one step bronze

sun kissed glowing skin is most natural in the summer. one step bronze allows you to “tint” your complexion using a sheer formula that was created for all skin tones and types without being exposed to the sun’s harmful rays. this summer try skipping foundation. one step bronze is beautiful on bare skin and makes it look healthy and youthful. for an effortless glow, apply one step bronze as complexion base and then apply foundation only where you need it. use one step bronze on body to create the “glow” and smooth airbrushed skin seen on the red carpet.

trend #2: bold eyes

use: sparkle waterproof liquid eye liner

summer makeup trends are focused on bright eye shadow. the hottest summer colors are teal, purple, bronze, and pewter. the perfect way to recreate this look, without overpowering your makeup, is to use bright color as a liner. i love to mix a bright bold waterproof eye liner with a bit of sparkle to the lash line. stila’s new sparkle waterproof liquid eye liner combines the best of both worlds in one easy-to-use liner. the perfect way to wear color eye liner is to create a bold line on the top and bottom lashes that extend out, creating a “v” shape. this makes eyes stand out and pop. pair this bright eye with a bronze cheek and sheer lip.

trend #3: pastel glossy lips
use: lip glaze in honeysuckle

lip gloss is a makeup bag must have for every woman. summer is all about pale gloss with a bit more coverage. soft roses, caramel tones, and pale peaches are the hottest shades. you can wear more makeup on your eyes with a soft lip gloss like stila’s lip glaze in honeysuckle. summer makeup should be effortless and lightweight like your summer time attitude!

xoxo,

Sarah

classic stila products used outside the box!

i like to find new and unexpected ways to use my makeup. makeup is meant to be experimented with! here are some of the tricks i have found over the years.

prime pot waterproof eye shadow primer in caramel
intended use: an eye shadow primer

out of the box uses: use as a "mattifier" to lip color. backstage at jenni kayne spring 2011, i needed a pale lip. i mixed prime pot and camellia convertible color to create the perfect lip. it was flawless and took the shine out instantly.

you can also use prime pot as an under eye concealer.

smudge pot in brown

intended use: a long wearing gel based liner/shadow

out of the box uses: backstage at lela rose fall 2011 runway show, I created the perfect "vintage merlot" lip color by mixing brown smudge pot and daring long wear lip color. the look was classic and sexy.

it can also be used in the eye brows to deepen the shade and enhance the shape of brows. use a thin small brush and gently stroke little hairs in the direction of natural brow growth.

kajal eye liner in topaz
intended use: a fleshtone eye pencil created to line inside the eyes to create "wake up you makeup" effect

out of the box uses: mix topaz with in the nude long wear lip color to create the perfect matte, nude, editorial makeup lip color. I do this often to adjust the color and turn any lip color into a full coverage lip stick. if you have dark circle under your eyes, you can also gently mix in a little topaz into a sheer concealer and let the peach undertone in topaz brighten and lift the darkness away.

perfecting concealer

intended use: an oil-free full coverage concealer

out of the box uses: i went to paris for fashion week and i did not want to lug my heavy kit, so i edited my kit and packed a full range of perfecting concealer and stila’s hydrating primer. i created my own formula of foundation backstage by mixing equal parts of each, which creates a satin and smooth foundation. by adding a bit of stila’s all over shimmer liquid luminizer to my mix, i would create a luminous and glossy foundation. i love this trick and many of my clients love the versatility of perfecting concealer.

xoxo,
sarah

happy valentine's day!

happy valentine’s day stila fans!!! it’s time to get dolled up and have fun on this flirty holiday.

the perfect date night look:

for the perfect date night, choose makeup that will last long after your date kisses you goodnight. cherry crush is my favorite product for long wearing lips. apply a little with your fingers or brush on a lot for pouty lips that are irresistible. then play up your eyes with smudge stick eye liner in purple tang. line up and out to colorful create a cat eye that stays all night.

romantic getaway look:

are you going on a romantic getaway? make sure your skin glows by candlelight using one of my favorite foundations – illuminating liquid foundation. apply this with your fingers for a flawless finish. then play up your eyes using gilded eye shadow trio. use the #15 brush to blend this shadow for a sultry and romantic look that will take your man’s breath away.

girl's night out look:
girls’ nights are always fun on valentine’s. have fun dancing the night away with the perfect smoky eye and pale lip combo. use rocker eye shadow trio and kajal eye liner in onyx to create a sexy smoky eye. layer the kajal liner until you achieve the desired amount of pigment.then add gerbera convertible color to the lips and cheeks using your fingers.

sexy stare look:

lastly, spend your night catching a valentine of your own with a sexy stare. there is no better way to create this than with the perfect cat eye. matte out your eyes with prime pot. then apply stay all day liquid eye liner to your lash line. try looking down and pressing your finger on the upper corner of your eye to allow for the ideal line. don’t forget mascara with this look! the more the better.

xoxo,

sarah

stila outside of the box!

celebrity makeup artist sarah lucero shares some of her favorite ways to use classic stila products outside of the box.

prime pot waterproof eye shadow primer in caramel:

intended use: an eye shadow primer

out of the box uses: use as a "mattifier" to lip color. backstage at jenni kayne spring 2011, i needed a pale lip. i mixed prime pot and camellia convertible color to create the perfect lip. it was flawless and took the shine out instantly.

you can also use prime pot as an under eye concealer.

smudge pot in brown:

intended use: a long wearing gel based liner/shadow

out of the box uses: backstage at lela rose fall 2011 runway show, I created the perfect "vintage merlot" lip color by mixing brown smudge pot and daring long wear lip color. the look was classic and sexy.

it can also be used in the eye brows to deepen the shade and enhance the shape of brows. use a thin small brush and gently stroke little hairs in the direction of natural brow growth.

kajal eye liner in topaz:

intended use: a fleshtone eye pencil created to line inside the eyes to create "wake up you makeup" effect

out of the box uses: mix topaz with in the nude long wear lip color to create the perfect matte, nude, editorial makeup lip color. I do this often to adjust the color and turn any lip color into a full coverage lip stick.

if you have dark circle under your eyes, you can also gently mix in a little topaz into a sheer concealer and let the peach undertone in topaz brighten and lift the darkness away.

perfecting concealer:

intended use: an oil-free full coverage concealer

out of the box uses: i went to paris for fashion week and i did not want to lug my heavy kit, so i edited my kit and packed a full range of perfecting concealer and stila’s hydrating primer. i created my own formula of foundation backstage by mixing equal parts of each, which creates a satin and smooth foundation. by adding a bit of stila’s all over shimmer liquid luminizer to my mix, i would create a luminous and glossy foundation. i love this trick and many of my clients love the versatility of perfecting concealer.

xoxo,

sarah

red carpet trends

during red carpet season, there are certain products i cannot live without. here are some of my secrets i use on my celebrity clients!

my favorite products for a red carpet look are stila’s e! live from the red carpet palettes, smudge stick waterproof eye liners, and illuminating tinted moisturizer.

i love to apply stila’s eye shadow wet with the small end of the #15 brush. this trick makes transforms anyone’s eyes and ensures they standout on the red carpet.

for more drama, i add the smudge stick waterproof eye liner that coordinates with the eye shadow. i love the versatility of this product – blend it for a smoky look or wing it for a cat eye!

on the red carpet, i want the skin to glow and look flawless, so i often prep and brighten using illuminating tinted moisturizer spf 20.

xoxo, sarah