Though it seems impossible, the NY Makeup Show and come and gone – and boy, was I in for a surprise! Having read all there was to read about the Show, I thought I was prepared for what these 2 days of all-things-beautiful were going to be like: I read the press release, studied the program, learned a bit about the 75 odd vendors present, selected forums to attend… I thought I was ready.
Nothing, however, could have prepared me for what the Show is in reality. As early as 9 o’clock Sunday, a line around the Metropolitan Pavilion signaled the beginning of this absolutely must attend event for anyone and everyone in the beauty business. Imagine the width of a football field. Now filled with the hottest and coolest brands of cosmetics out there. Now add a multitude of men and women eager to see and learn about all of these brands. Yeap! You got it! The result is sheer madness – but thankfully, a very civilized and pleasant madness! With booths offering services from mentoring to High Definition Body Art, there was lots of somethings to please everyone and leave them asking for more.
Here are some highlights:
- Loved every minute of keynote speaker Dany Sanz, founder of Make Up For Ever, “Career in Makeup,” her very first NY appearance. It was easy to see why Make Up For Ever is celebrating 25 years! Dany spoke about her career, the industry, what she has learned, and about the company.
- Found a kindred spirit. James Vincent won me over with his smile and disposition – not to mention his all things makeup genius. His Triptych: Iconic New York Beauty – fashioned after NYC icon Edie Sedgwick, Debbie Harry, and Diana Vreeland – was terrific in every way!
- Finally understood the craze over Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics‘ Lip Tar. Stay tuned for a review and giveaway!
- Almost died of envy. Danielle Fonseca drove herds to the Temptu booth. She’s so beautiful and so incredibly talented – not fair! Her Airbrush Artistry seminar was a hit! And though I know that Temptu is beyond my grasp, a little birdy told me that pretty soon there will be a Temptu line for us, everyday people. Stay tuned! See Temptu for a video of how-to airbrush like Danielle.
- Discovered Koh Gen Do‘s Spa Cleansing Water. I knew I liked Obama for more than his political views! I hear he’s a fan. Review coming up!
- Got the makeover of a life time and feel in love with Jane Iredale‘s Golden Glow. Kevin and Christine brightened the booth with their smile and talents.
- Am totally psyched about Korres‘ new skin care line – Materia Herba! ! Review coming up!
- Ruby Room B Grounded make my day a little easier! Thanks Kate!
- Learned about Yu-Be, Tassi, and India Medow Herbals – where have these products been all of my life?
- Am totally convinced that all will be all right now that I have discovered Three Custom Colors and their magical lab downtown NYC. Not to mention their gorgeous and perfect in every way Frangipani Sheer Lipstick. Review coming up!
- Spend a lovely 30 minutes chatting with Alison from Alison Raffaele Cosmetics and was so happy to learn more about this wonderful line of parabens, talc, mineral oil, fragrance, and gluten free skin care and makeup products.
- Feel in love with PowderPuff Squad palettes – the blush colors are stunning.
- Discovered my true skin after experiencing the power of Sun Laboratory Body Polisher and Self Tan Remover. Review coming up!
- Learned the miraculous power of Luminess and Luminess Tan from the source: Marc Harvey. Review coming up!
- Am obsessed with Crown Brushes‘ Italian Badger Series, The Balm’s Down Boy, Mac‘s Mineralize Blush, Young Blood Cosmetics‘s Lipgloss, Smashbox‘s Lash DNA Mascara, and Stila‘s Summer Gold Collection. Reviews coming up!
At the end of the day Monday, though exhausted, everyone was still in good spirits. Props to The Powder Group for putting together such a wonderful, flawless, and meticulously arranged event.
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