These products rotate on the reg; but this is what I’m obsessing over right now.Die for this color. That Marc is a smart man.This bag literally fits so many goodies!Say buh-bye to dry lips with Tarte’s Lipsurgence + pick your favie color while hydrating. Perf!YSL Volupte needs no intro. Go get one! All the colors are so beautiful!
The Bernardo Winery Faire turned out to be a huge success for both Chandra and I. We had a great time with the beautiful models in the fashion show and meeting so many brides-to-be!
They were some amazing vendors too. It made me want to re-do my wedding again. [sigh] I love meeting and seeing people so passionate about their business.
Artists at work! Collaborating on what bridal looks we want to create.The gorgeous Alisa. She has been a professional model for years and is truly stunning.
For Alisa, Chandra wanted to create a clean, yet elegant, look for her.
Eyes:
Bamboo (M.A.C.) in the crease for a pop of color
Vanilla w/ Grain (M.A.C.) packed on the lid for a limited sheen (mature eyes should stay away from too much shimmer. It can increase the look of fine lines/wrinkles)
False lashes, no eyeliner to bring out her eyes
Blush:
Blushbaby (M.A.C.)
Lips:
Whirl lipliner filled in with Snob lipgloss (both M.A.C.)
Loveleigh Beauty & Chandra Campos Makeup Artistry booth.One stop shop for all your beauty needs.
Nerium– the skincare everyone is talking about. Contact Chandra for more info.
The venue is so charming and quaint! I was in complete awe over the grounds and lush landscape. The rustic ambiance is a perfect backdrop for any San Diego Style wedding.
13330 Paseo Del Verano Norte, San Diego, CA 92128 (858) 487-1866
Love,
LL
xo
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TOM FORD’s collection of nail lacquer’s are unreal.
Now here is a man that cares about quality. From his stylish sunglasses to his ultra luxe cosmetic line, the guy knows how to lure women.
His nail lacquers have definitley stirred up some serious buzz too. Known to push the envelope, TOM FORD created his line of nail polish with his attention grabbing names like: Dominatrix, Bordeaux Lust, Bitter B*tch, Naked, and Carnal Red.
The colors, which cover the full range of neutrals to brights, are beautifully saturated and high shine.
I received the Viper nail polish as a Christmas gift from my brother [[who happens to resemble TOM FORD]] and it is as sophisticated as I had anticipated.
TOM FORD and LAWRENCE BROWN= Twinsies!Viper looks dark in the bottle, but the actual color painted on the nail looks similar to the color of the Jasmine Rouge sample packaging color. [[<<<To die for perfume btw]]TOM FORD cosmetics entire line offered at Neiman MarcusColor in the sunlight. If you look closely, you can see my reflection in my middle finger. Ha! Talk about high shine.Essie-Beyond Cozy paired with TOM FORD-Viper for an fun look.
Now his products will set you back a pretty penny. TOM FORD cosmetics is truly luxury at its finest. Totally worth it.
If you want a more affordable alternative, I recommend OPI’s Lincoln Park After Dark. This color has been my go-to for years! No matter what, it remains a staple in my nail polish collection.
Lincoln Park After Dark is a little deeper than Viper, appearing more black. Viper remains a true purple, while Lincoln Park After Dark is described by O.P.I. “where midnight meets purple”.
I once heard that eyebrows are a sign of power. I’ll take it.
So, let’s talk eyebrows–bushy, thin, barely there, and all kinds of in between.
This blog is a long one! Grab a seat, a healthy snack, even a glass of wine[[<<yes, please!]] and let’s get the deets on brows.
Hands down, eyebrows are the most important facial feature for me, as a makeup artist. You can’t have a fabulous eye look without equally fabulous brows. [[ It’s like peanut butter without jelly, a ship without a captain, or cookies without milk. You get my drift.]]
And believe it or not, your brows play a vital role to the brilliance of your complexion. You know, that inner glow we so desperately need/want/desire/live for? Don’t be too quick to forget about our furry caterpillars or lack their of.
Mis-shapen brows can even make you look–brace yourself–OLDER. [<<GASP!]
Still not convinced? Ch-ch-check this out:
OK–this pic is a bit overdramatic, but it solidifies my point: your brows are everything.
I am VERY particular about my brows and trust only one person to handle their business.
I have been so excited to share with all of you my very own eyebrow guru:
Nikki Davidson-Saito
+ Introduce yourself and tell us a little about your experience/expertise:
NS: Hi my name is Nikki Saito. I have lived in San Diego for 15 years now, originally from Toronto Canada. I am a board certified esthetician and I have been shaping brows for almost 13 years & love every minute of it! With the help of Anastasia Of Beverly Hills training, eyebrow shaping has become my passion & something I truly believe I was meant to do! Every time I shape a persons brows I feel incredibly honored to have helped in the transformation of their already beautiful look! It is the most rewarding job I could have ever hoped for!
+Your brow philosophy
NS: Very simple – Eyebrows frame your face, I help shape the frame so you put your best face forward!
+How do you know what shape is best for your face?
NS: Every person is different and every face is unique. That’s what makes this so much fun. I look at your individual bone structure and take facial measurements to ensure your eyebrows fit you. No one wants eyebrows that look like they were put on with a marker, they should be natural and compliment your face. The best compliment I can have is when people say to my clients: “your eyebrows look great”!
+How often should we make an appointment to have our brows groomed?
NS: 4 to 6 weeks is the perfect amount of time depending on how fast your hair grows. Maintenance visits every 4 weeks will allow for just a brow clean up of unwanted strays without the shape being lost.
+How do you feel about tweezing vs threading vs waxing?
NS: My preference is waxing with tweezing to trim as necessary. It is almost impossible to remove all unwanted hair using Threading. With waxing all stray hair & peach fuzz is removed in one swipe, allowing for a smooth surface which is good for makeup application & a clean, precise look.
+What are the most common brow mistakes that women make?
NS: Over tweezing! I think it is safe the say that all off us at one point have butchered our brows! Whether it was in High School, an unfortunate Salon experience, or just an oops in general!
The other mistake that is most common is not knowing the correct brow measurements for your face shape. Meaning tweezing your brows to short, taking to much from the middle, or the biggest oops, putting your arch in the wrong spot!
+Are there any brow products or tools women should invest in?
NS: Yes! A brow pencil to fill in any sparse spots in your brow. Unfortunately we aren’t all blessed with a full, thick, perfect brow. But we can all achieve that look with the right brow pencil. My favorite pencil is the Anastasia Brow Wiz. This magical pencil is so easy to use & come out so natural looking! This fine tipped pencil is retractable, allowing for precise lines (like hair strokes) every time! Including a brow brush on the end for easy blending. A must have!
+Any brow trends you are loving right now?
NS: Right now, all the craze is big, bushy full brows! Think Brooke Shields in Blue Lagoon! I love this look, it’s so natural & anyone can pull it off! Whether you have a naturally full brow or you fake it with a great brow pencil. A full brow is great for any makeup looks, natural, glam or bare faced. A full brow has a mind of its own, not needing much more then a daily swipe of clear brow gel to hold the look in place.
Brook Shields in The Blue Lagoon
+If you had to choose just one product for your brows, what would it be?
NS: That is a hard call as there is so many amazing brow products out there, but Anastasia Clear Brow Gel is by far one of the best products out there! As we all know, brows have a mind of their own & never want to stay in place! Brow Gel will hold each hair in perfect place, almost like a hairspray! The best thing about it being clear is no one will know its there! Almost as though you have perfectly tame, shapely brows, precise brows no matter what!
Isn’t Nikki amazing? And let me tell you, she knows her stuff. Even if you think you have no brows to work with, I promise you she can help.
Nikki’s adorable room located inside the JC Penney Salon in Fashion Valley.
Nikki actually only tweezes my brows because my skin is so sensitive to wax. Whatever your needs are, Nikki is there to listen and give you exactly what you want.
If you’re in the SD area and want to make an appointment you can contact Nikki at 619-297-2342. Be sure to like her ‘Brows By Nikki‘ Facebook page too!
And while your at it, have you liked Loveleigh Beauty’s Facebook? Don’t be scared.
Happy New Year! I hope each one of you had an amazing holiday. Mine was a little cray, but in a wonderful way! I’m feeling blessed more than ever.
I can’t get this song outta my head “It’s a new dawn, it’s a new day, and I’m feeling gooood…”. [Imagine me sashaying down the hallway whilst singing.]
I’m so sorry its been so long since my last blog! Ay, Ay, Ay I’ve been having MAY-jor computer issues. Hopefully, I have all the kinks worked out (fingers double crossed) and I can get back to it.
I have so much to share with you in the new year. Inspiration for me has been everywhere!
But first, it’s that time of year again–where we make all kinds of redic promises to ourselves. But this year, I have decided to nix the uge ((short for usual)) of:
*stop biting my nails
*try the latest fad diet
*workout everyday for 2 hours minimum (um, yeah right!)
*blah, blah, blah [!!]
Let’s face it, life gets in the way and then we end up feeling worse than when we started.
This year I’m not setting myself up for failure.
So with that said, let’s pick one thing and make a change for the better. Create a positive habit. Every moment is a chance to achieve or at least strive for something greater.
Let’s quit placing importance on a singular point in time as a catalyst for change. That concept is so flawed! Be the change you want right now. Today. Everyday. Not just on January 1st.
So, my New Year’s resolution? Be PRODUCTIVE. I want to thrive in all aspects of my life.
I want to flourish in love, my family, my business, friends, health, fitness and all things loveleigh [duh].
What are some of your resolutions? Or shall we say positive changes of life?
Allow me to introduce my dear friend, Chandra Campos. She is one of San Diego’s elite makeup artist’s and specializes in bridal looks. Not only is she amazing (duh!) but her charm and wit add to her whole package. One convo with her and you’re liable to be laughing your boo-tay off with her one liners. 😉
Ch-ch-check her out…
One of our infamous self-portraits
+Tell us a little bit about yourself?
CC: I was basically born into the beauty industry; everyone in my family is either a business owner of a salon, spa, or has been in the industry for 30+ years. Needless to say, I know makeup and skin like the back of my hand. I started with M.A.C. cosmetics and soon realized I loved doing weddings, personal events, photo shoots, etc. I left MAC and started Chandra Campos Makeup Artistry. My business is growing and I’m very excited for whats to come in the future. I think my clients are in for a real treat.
CC: I find that most people don’t do their eyes before their foundation. By doing your eyes first, you’re not working twice by having to fix your foundation from eye shadow fall-out. [<<This is an excellant tip! Remember this loveleigh’s!]
+Foundation you’re obsessed with right now?
CC: Chanel Perfection Lumière. I’m currently obsessed with the glow-y, healthy-skin look. Chanel does just that, plus, gives a soft finish, with a natural looking feel. It’s as if you have nothing on!
+Favorite Skincare product:
CC: NeriumAD! My skin has never looked and felt better. [Visit her Nerium website and stay tuned for Chandra’s blog too]
+Quick trick(s) to spice up someone’s everyday look:
CC: To add something fast to your everyday look (without spending a lot of time) add a soft brown eye shadow to the bottom lashes–this will make your eyes look more polished. Extra mascara and you have a quick, easy, and finished looking eyes.(A few suggestions: soft brown, saddle, texture, all M.A.C. colors)
Also, add a mineralized highlight right above the cheeks to give that subtle glow and your look will be complete. ( M.A.C. mineralized skinfinish powders are beautiful as highlights)
Here is a perfect Fall Wedding makeup look Chandra created for our friend Ahsue:
Nanoo Gold (M.A.C.limited) & Hush (M.A.C.) & Nylon (M.A.C.) on lid
Saddle (M.A.C.) & Soft Brown (M.A.C.) in crease
Black liner–on top only (Makeup Forever in aqua black) Saddle lined on bottom lashes Mascara is Smoky Lash by Makeup ForeverMixing YSL Le Teint Touche Éclat Illuminating Foundation with Chanel perfection lumier’ to create the perfect combo for her skin color.Using a Beauty Blender for contour color by Nars in Tahoe.
#34 M.A.C. lashesCheeks: Dainty with Peaches by M.A.C. to create that perfect, soft peach with a touch of pink. Lips: Have to have it lip liner by M.A.C.- YSL Rouge Volupté in 30 (Faubourg Peach) with Hue (M.A.C.) and Patty Cakes by Metal Edge.
+Talk about your vision for Ahsue’s bridal look. What inspired you?
Ahsue is naturally beautiful. Makeup is about adding, creating structure, or definition that isn’t there. Ahsue already has everything we love so I just played up her natural structure; with colors that are already in her palette. (i.e. warmer colors)
Ahsue is very unique and trend setting. I kept that in mind when I created her soft and clean makeup look that would match her style. I only wanted to enhance her already beautiful face.
So stunning, right? I know, that’s why I had to share with all of you.
If you’re getting married and want to consult Chandra, please visit her makeup website.
I am unfortunately a little under the weather. {sniff, sniff..} On the flip side to being sick, I have found more time to blog and reflect on all things beauty.
I know it’s cliché, but always remember true beauty really comes from within. It’s in our confidence, character, intellect, passion, kindness- which all comes from deep within each of our unique souls.
Obvi, I’m obsessed with makeup, skincare, and all beauty related products-but they don’t define me or determine my beauty or yours.
I know it can be hard to not freak-out over an annoying breakout [guilty, party of 1] or bad hair day. Instead, try to direct your focus on being confident, loving yourself, and being happy. No amount of amazing foundation or the world’s best hairspray can fix that–only you can.
Love this. It should be everyone’s mantra!My fav! I wish more of our society’s youth could understand this.Classic
Today, think about your reflection of inner beauty and what it looks like to others from the outside.
Fall. By far, my favorite time of year. I may be a little biased because I was born in the greatest month of Fall [Heeeyyy, October babies]. I love it.
My best friend Ahsue [pronounced Ah-sue, thank you] got married last month and her choice of colors for a fall themed wedding were breathtaking. Everything was so sweet and I couldn’t help but be in awe of all the little details-they really set the mood for the whole day. It was truly loveleigh.
+Plus, my children were a part of the festivities and that might have added a touch more of amazingness too [just sayin’!].
The day was filled with so much love, laughter and culture[<<—my fav part]
Flower girls and the Persian ceremony setting. Pics don’t do it justice–everything was so ornate and beautifully detailed.How gorgeous is this bouquet? It was hand made and included a tiny pic of her Grandma.The bright, perfect for fall, flowers. Fashion Deets: my reception dress found hereI will be posting Ahsue’s bridal makeup look soon and introduce you to one of SD’s amazing bridal MUA, Chandra Campos.
[photo courtesy of torreypinesderm.com]With such a great response from Monday’s skincare interview with Janee, Torrey Pines Dermatology is offering Loveleigh Beauty readers 20% off all:
+esthetic treatments [<<—with the one and only, Janeé]
+ALL skin care products
+OR–free shipping on all products if you can’t make it in to their office. Simply place your order over the phone. [[if only they could ship injectables, right? ;)]]
Um, please and thank you! How loveleigh is that?
So, what are you waiting for? Call now and take the first step toward achieving your “best skin”! Just mention the Loveleigh Beauty blog and that’s it. Easy peasy!
Also, a lot of people asked me about what specific products to use and when to use them. We all know that Vit C is vital for your skin in the AM; and retinol, is essential in the PM. Of course, don’t forget about a quality face wash, and the Elta Md Sunscreen paired with a great moisturizer in between.
Sooo, I decided to compile a list of highly recommended products from Dermatologists, skin care experts, and consumers (like me).
{All can all be found at Torrey Pines Dermatology with 20% off!}
Here you go dolls:
*Torrey Pines Dermatology Eye Cream: Contains retinol & arnica which are fabulous for dark circles, puffiness, and fine lines {+has an amazing texture!!}
Everything you need for healthy, glowing skin!
*Skinceuticals Vit C E Ferulic®[one word, emphasize each syllable with me: ah-may-zing!!]
A revolutionary antioxidant combination that delivers advanced protection against photo-aging by:
+More protection means more youthful looking skin and better defense against environmental aging.
+Provides advanced environmental protection against UVA, UVB and infrared radiation A
+Stimulates collagen synthesis to improve signs of aging
+Increases firmness and replenishes lipids to reduce wrinkles
Once absorbed, this serum can’t be washed or rubbed off. It remains effective for a minimum of 72 hours, making it an excellent addition to sunscreen.
Skinceuticals C E Ferluric is an Allure Best in Beauty winner!
Favorite Retinol product(s):
*Torrey Pines Dermatology Retinol PLUS Antioxidant Serum 5X: assists in the achievement of smoother, firmer and more evenly toned skin.
[—>>Remember: Retinol (Vitamin A) itself helps to reduce the appearance of lines and surface wrinkles; revitalizes, smoothes and enhances skin tone and texture, and helps to minimize the visible signs of aging]
*Tazorac: is a similar chemical form as vitamin A, but it is slightly stronger and is more effective for acne treatment. [I personally use this type because I suffer from breakouts periodically.] This product is both available in cream or gel and comes in two strengths, depending on the severity of your acne problem and your skin type. [You need a prescription for this bad boy. However, one of the amazing derm docs at Torrey Pines Dermatology can help you with that.]
*Green Tea Polyphenols & Caffeine: offers antioxidant protection, calms the skin, and reduces redness.
*Hyaluronic Acid: hydrates the skin.
*Neocutis BioCream: the most complete protein blend of Human Growth Factors, Cytokines, and Interleukins available to help improve appearance of aged skin and soothe the skin.
+Helps reduce appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
+Improves skin texture and tone for renewed radiance.
+Enhances skin firmness
You can reach Janeé at janee@torreypinesderm.com, with any questions, concerns, or to make an appointment. She will change your life, she did mine.
{—>>Please remember to consult with Janee or any derm doc to assess your skin’s needs. Everyone is different, and every skin reacts differently to products.<<—–}
Please be sure to share with me your fav skincare products.
Fashion Deets: my reception dress found 
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