rsp cosmetics & makeup artistry

The Perfect Pout

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 16:54:17 +1100

To stop your lipstick from smudging half way down your face you must ensure you prep your lips!

start by exfoliating the lips with a little toothbrush and finish by moisturising with rsp cosmetics vitamin e lipstick

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Sat, 16 Mar 2013 16:23:22 +1100

rsp cosmetics has a new product avaliable FACE atelier Ultra...

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 13:10:54 +1100

rsp cosmetics has a new product avaliable

FACE atelier Ultra Matte 118ml

Price: AUD$48.00

Ultra Matte is the first ever silicone-based spray mattifier that allows you to banish shine before, during and after makeup application without dulling the skin. Its revolutionary formula also contains optical blurring pigments that provide microscopic reflection, minimizing lines and wrinkles for an overall softer appearance.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

· Perfect prep for oily skin - reduces shine while preserving the skin’s natural finish

· Contains optical blurring ingredients that minimize the look of fine lines and wrinkles

· Unlike powder, Ultra Matte won’t build-up and is undetecable by the most sophisticated HD technology

· Preserves makeup as well as reducing shine

· Fragrance free - non comedogenic - 100% vegan

PRO TIPS

· hold bottle 12 - 14 inches away from face when spraying

· patience - it takes about 8 - 10 minutes to see full effect of Ultra Matte

· apply to clean, lightly moisturized skin before makeup is applied

· apply/reapply after makeup is done to entire face, or T-zone and other trouble areas

· use as needed throughout day as there’s NO build-up

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Thu, 14 Mar 2013 13:43:59 +1100

Christmas is right around the corner! and we wanted to give you...

Sat, 15 Dec 2012 09:58:10 +1100

Christmas is right around the corner! and we wanted to give you a little gift too :)
use coupon code “saintnick” at the checkout to receive 30% off storewide until 4pm Monday 17th December 2012!!

www.rspcosmetics.com

Who’s a fan of this incredible product? We are… and...

Tue, 30 Oct 2012 18:41:40 +1100

Who’s a fan of this incredible product?
We are… and so are most makeup artists around the world.. Hard to find outside of Europe you say? Not anymore! We will be stocking Embryolisse as of next week… stay tuned for more info!

Bridal Makeup

Mon, 06 Aug 2012 14:50:32 +1000

It’s certainly getting to that time of year again, the bookings are flying in and it’s almost BRIDAL SEASON!!!!!!!

This season is especially exciting because I am going to be a bride as well, marrying my high school sweetheart in Feb 2013.

When to book your makeup artist?

It depends on the bride and what she is most comfortable with, some people want and need to be super organised early on. Others are happy to wait until the last minute. Bridal makeup artists can be booked years in advance, so do keep that in mind also when considering making your booking.

As makeup is a very important part of your wedding day I believe the most important thing to remember when thinking about when to book is leaving enough time to have a trial and ensuring you are happy with your artist before you lock them in. You might want to trial a number of different makeup artists? or be happy to trial and book just the one. Either way keep this in mind when thinking about time.

If you have someone in mind, do trial as early as possible to avoid the disappointment of them being booked out

What to look for in a bridal makeup artist?

Similarily to anyone you were considering for a job, have a good look at their references and any images of previous work they have done, especially bridal work. If they don’t have any images of bridal makeup… why is that?

Also ask them how often or approximately how many weddings they have done. Again this might not bother all brides, I mean learner drivers had to start somewhere right? It’s kind of the same thing, when I first started doing bridal makeup I did it for free, then very cheaply just to gain the confidence and skills – ofcourse the brides understood my position and were happy to go with me.

Word of mouth is my best advertisement. So trust the opinions of your friends and other wedding industry professionals, on a day this important you need someone reputable who will be on time and get the job done.

You also want to get along with the person who is going to be all up and in your face! Make sure that when you are talking to the mua they are really listening to what you are saying. They might need to give some professional advice on how to best get what you want from a certain look, but as long as they are hearing you in the first place.

The Trial

A makeup trial is essential. It is an opportunity to meet, discuss and trial different colours, looks, products and ideas that you have for your wedding day.

Another important thing to remember is that whatever you decide upon during this trial is what you will have on the day, with little or no deviation otherwise you could risk having a less than perfect face on the day due to no practice time.

I always tell my brides to try and have the trial done for their engagement party or hens night! Such a fun way to utilise the trial.

Makeup artists and their Products

Quality of products is extremely important! Especially on a day like this, your makeup artist needs to understand makeup products and application for beauty, bridal and photography, not to mention longevity and most likely tears!

However, not all the brands that muas use in their kits are widely known by everyday makeup wearers. If you do not recognise the brands that your artist uses ask them to explain a little bit about them, chances are they are better than any commercial brand you’ve ever heard of as they will be of industry quality.

What to tell your makeup artist

Be sure to clearly explain how many people will require makeup application, this will significantly impact the cost and time of the makeup application.

The location is very important as a travel fee will most likely incur if you need them to travel a substantial distance, they will also need to ensure they have things like tables and chairs and even power points.

We have a great selection of gel liners!! (Taken with Instagram)

Fri, 03 Aug 2012 14:36:59 +1000

We have a great selection of gel liners!! (Taken with Instagram)

Kit cleaning… Who likes lashes? (Taken with Instagram)

Fri, 03 Aug 2012 14:33:20 +1000

Kit cleaning… Who likes lashes? (Taken with Instagram)

H&MU for Mix apparel for Coles (Taken with Instagram)

Fri, 03 Aug 2012 14:01:54 +1000

H&MU for Mix apparel for Coles (Taken with Instagram)

Beauty Blender mini pro pack avalaible at rspcosmetics! $95 for...

Mon, 28 May 2012 14:42:46 +1000

Beauty Blender mini pro pack avalaible at rspcosmetics!
$95 for x 6 beauty blender sponges and a 180ml cleanser!

Beauty Blenders are back in stock baby! Thank goodness for that!...

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 17:21:00 +1000

Beauty Blenders are back in stock baby!

Thank goodness for that! ;)

Seed femme Keylooks April 2012

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 08:12:05 +1000

Check out Seed keylooks for April 2012… we were lucky enough to do the hair and makeup once again and here is what we used:

Check out the photos here

shelf life of your makeup

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 08:12:26 +1100

OK so we are all guilty of having makeup sitting in our drawers that we havent worn for years… But chances are if your hanging onto products that are past their used by dates they will not work to their full potential and you run the risk of contamination! YUK..

Basically cosmetics contain preservatives that are added to ensure they do not breed bacteria. Worse case scenario is a rash or skin breakout, this is not very common.. but it is something to be aware of when your next going through your makeup.

We’ve put together a basic guideline for you. Keep in mind all products/brands are different but it is important to have a basic idea.

MASCARA - 3-6 months

FOUNDATION & CONCEALERS - 12-18 months

POWDER PRODUCTS - 2 years

CREAM PRODUCTS - 12-18 months

PENCILS - 2-3 years

LIPSTICK - 2 years

LIPGLOSS - 18-24 months

IF YOU HAVE HAD ANY OF THE ABOVE PRODUCTS FOR LONGER THAN YOU SHOULD… THROW THEM AWAY AND RESTOCK YOUR KIT AT rsp cosmetics ;)

Foundation and your skin type... where to begin?!

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 13:04:49 +1100

As the name suggests Foundation is generally the first product to be applied when doing your makeup routine. The key to acheiving a professionally applied flawless finish has a lot to do with your skin type and choosing the appropriate product for it. These days with so many different foundations avaliable on the market it can be easy to get confused and buy the wrong type for you.

I’ll walk you through the most common options available for your foundation and your skin type… ofcouse there are many more, mousse, cream to powder, mineral, but they all fall under these categories.

TINTED MOISTURISER

What is it?: Tinted moisturiser combines foundation, moisturiser and often SPF and anti ageing benefits for a more light and breathable coverage than traditional foundations. Ideal for someone who doesn’t want or need a lot of coverage but simply wants to even out their skin tone.

Skin types: Tinted moisturisers come in a wide variety of formulas so they are not limited to any skin type. If you have oily skin, opt for a oil free formula. Those with dryer skin can easily pick up something with added moisture and if your after something with a dewy finish a tinted moisturiser containing ingredients such as moisturising glycerin or sodium hyaluronate bind water to the skin resulting in that stunning dewy finish.

Pro’s: Keeps skin looking and feeling hydrated as well as protecting from the sun… anything that combines a few products in one and saves time in the morning is a must have!

Con’s: Won’t cover all blemishes and scars so you may need to get in there with a concealer for more accurate coverage.

Coverage: minimal coverage

Pro tip: A tinted moisturiser that is 1-2 shades darker than your natural skin colour will add a natural looking colour to your skin, anything over that and it begins to look dirty!

My Favourite: Garnier BB cream

LIQUID FOUNDATION

What is it?: Lightweight and easily applied, generally the most common type of foundation.

Skin types: They suit almost every skin type. Oil based (dry skin) and water based or oil free (oily skin) if your have normal or combination skin go for water based for a lighter coverage or oil based for a heavier coverage.

Pro’s: Easy to apply and blend

Con’s: Sometimes don’t provide enough coverage and wear off during the day, easily fixed with a good concealer or powder.

Coverage: medium

Pro tip: Remove excess oil by blotting liquid foundation with a tissue before powdering to assure your makeup stays put all day. And apply using a beauty blender sponge. CAN SOMEONE SAY AIRBRUSHED?

My Favourite: Face Atelier Ultra Pro Foundation

CREAM FOUNDATION

What is it?: Cream foundations are usually pretty thick and heavy and most contain oil or wax ingredients. They are usually found in a stick or compact container.

Skin types: Most people can use a cream foundation - but first ask yourself if you even need it? It is great for covering discolouration and blemishes so people with breakouts and acne might prefer a heavier option like a cream foundation.

Pro’s: Can usually double up as a concealer as it’s heavier and doesnt move around the skin like ligter foundations might. Covers imperfections and blemishes very well

Con’s: Can end up looking very heavy when not applied correctly.

Coverage: Heavy

Pro tip: Try apply cream foundation only where you need it, not all over the face, you will still get the coverage you need without the caked on heavy look.

My Favourite: rsp cosmetics cream foundation

POWDER FOUNDATION

What is it?: Once upon a time it was only used to “set” your makeup, but now powder foundation comes in a wide variety of types and is ideal for use alone or over makeup.

Skin types: Oily

Pro’s: Literally will add a few hours onto the longevity of your makeup wear!

Con’s: Tends to gather in fine lines and on dry skin.

Coverage: Light

Pro tip: As previously mentioned, use your powder foundation to set your makeup in place, you can get coloured powders or translucent aswell! Use it only where you need it, say the t zone and avoid altogether or be very light handed on areas that are prone to creasing like under the eye and forehead. If you simply cannot live without powdering these areas, just powder lightly and touch up throughout the day to avoid the cakey line look.

My Favourite: rsp cosmetics powder foundation

OILY SKIN

Apply your makeup with a brush or sponge NOT your fingers (fingers add more oil to the face)
Apply a primer to help with large pores and oily skin such as Eve Pearl anti shine mattifying gel
Apply oil free foundation that is one shade lighter than your skin tone, the oil in your skin will make the foundation darker as the day goes on
Ingredients to avoid include bismuth oxychloride and dimenthicone, these tend to clog the pores
Make sure there is no oil from petroleum in your foundation
Avoid products containing alcohol
Use products containing serecite to minimize the appearance of large pores and help absorb oil
Kaolin clay helps with oil control and can be found in many foundations

DRY SKIN

Make sure your skin is moisturised using the appropraite products for your skin type
Use a moisturising primer such as Eve Pearl Moisturising Primer
Apply your foundation using a gentle foundation brush so your skin doesnt flake.
Use cream products to compliment your foundation, such as cream eyeshadows and blushes.
Instead of using a powder to set your makeup, which can be very drying try SKINDINAVIA Moisture Lock Setting Spray

BEFORE BUYING A FOUNDATION…

Ask yourself these simple questions. What is my skin type? What are my foundation needs? What coverage do I required?

WHEN TESTING A FOUNDATION

Test it on your face people!! Not your hand, your face, your jawline to be precise… try maybe 3 different colours, the one that disapears is for you!
Try to test in the most natural light possible

SOME COMMON WORDS YOU MIGHT FIND ON YOUR COSMETICS PACKAGING

Noncomedgenic- Means the product does not block your pores

Interview with RSP Makeup Artistry

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 13:44:18 +1100

Interview with RSP Makeup Artistry

semi permanent mascara? what will they think of next!

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 14:07:00 +1100

Long eyelashes are considered a sign of femininity in many cultures. So after eyelash extensions and latisse, semi permanent mascara was the obvious choice for next big thing on the eyelash scene

Unlike regular temporary mascara, semi permanent mascara is just that SEMI PERMANENT! That means you can swim, shower, excercise and not have to worry about clumping and racoon eyes! That’s right this stuff is 100% waterproof!

This miracle treatment can be applied light or thick, taking just 30-40 minutes to apply and lasts up to 4 weeks, can be applied to top and bottom lashes and it even curls and lengthens your natural lashes!

For a fraction of the price of eyelash extensions at approximately $40-70. Pretty cool huh… we certainly think so… looking into the training as we type!

But if your not convicved about this little treatment our best selling intense lash curling mascara will do the trick.. temporarily

Shadow Shields Ever try to achieve that Red Carpet Smoky Eye,...

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:45:28 +1100

Shadow Shields

Ever try to achieve that Red Carpet Smoky Eye, only to end up looking more like a raccoon than a fox? Well, look no further! Shadow Shields are the answer to flawless eye makeup application every time!

Before makeup application, apply these disposable, self-adhesive shields under your eyes to catch falling pigment, eliminating that all too familiar ‘raccoon eye’ side effect experienced during eyeshadow application. When you’re done; remove, toss and voila — you’re left with clean, smudge-free under eyes!

Major time savers, these lightweight shields are a convenient alternative to the usual powder-under-the-eye trick. With Shadow Shields, messes will be a thing of the past!

SPF is the best anti-wrinkle cream available on the market

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 11:25:13 +1100

“I thought it seemed appropriate to talk about sunscreen, being the middle of summer and all (well maybe if you live somewhere other than Melbourne)”

Growing up in Australia I think we all know the dangers of the sun and the importance of wearing sunscreen. I personally find it confusing because on one side I don’t want to get burnt, I don’t want skin cancer and I don’t wrinkles. But on the other hand I lack Vitamin D and need to get that somewhere too?

Ultraviolet light is made up of different wavelengths, UVA rays penetrate deep into the cellular structure of the skin to form wrinkles and ageing, whilst UVB rays affect the surface layer of the skin resulting in sunburn. Make sure when your choosing your sunscreen it has both UVA and UVB filters.

SPF10 blocks 90% of UVB

SPF15 blocks 92% of UVB

SPF30 blocks 97% of UVB.

The safest sunblock ingredient is Silica-coated micronized zinc because it doesn’t break down and become absorbed into our systems like the old zinc (ah, Yuk) instead it reflects UV light away from our skin.

Also look for sunscreens containing antioxidants like vitamin C and E as they attack those free radicals that form as a result of the UV light that does get through your sunscreen, because although they do a good job no sunscreen is a 100% UV block out.

Getting vitamin D doesn’t have to be hard. Before 10am and after 3pm when the sun is not so harsh is a great time to spend 10 minutes a day soaking up some D. Some other ways vitamin D can be absorbed is through your diet from dairy products to tuna, salmon and daily supplements.

GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR SUNSCREEN

· Reapply your sunscreen every 2 hours

· All skin types benefit from sunscreen so make sure you apply whether your pale or dark skinned

· Don’t forget to apply sunscreen everywhere! No one wants to get wrinkles on their face but what about skin cancer on your ear?

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Thu, 01 Sep 2011 15:31:25 +1000