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Discover Your Flawless Match: A Guide to Finding Your Perfect Foundation Shade

Apr 22 min read

Discover Your Flawless Match: A Guide to Finding Your Perfect Foundation Shade

Understanding your skin tone and finding the right foundation color is crucial for a flawless look. Wearing the wrong shade can throw off...

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Ageless Beauty: Makeup Tips for the Mature Woman

Kiley Smith

Mar 52 min read

Ageless Beauty: Makeup Tips for the Mature Woman

Ageless Beauty: As we age, our skin changes, and so should our makeup routine. Adjusting our makeup can enhance our natural beauty at...

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10 Essential Makeup Tools Everyone Should Own

Kiley Smith

Feb 122 min read

10 Essential Makeup Tools Everyone Should Own

When it comes to makeup application, having the right tools at your disposal can make all the difference in achieving a flawless finish....

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Budget Beauty: A Makeup Artist's Affordable Makeup Must-Haves

Kiley Smith

Jan 42 min read

Budget Beauty: A Makeup Artist's Affordable Makeup Must-Haves

Are you tired of spending a fortune on makeup products that promise the world but fail to deliver? When it comes to makeup, quality...

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A Makeup Artist's Guide to Effortless Beauty for Busy Moms

Kiley Smith

Dec 7, 20232 min read

A Makeup Artist's Guide to Effortless Beauty for Busy Moms

Dear Moms, In the journey of motherhood, a profound revelation dawned upon me – dedicating time to self-care not only enhances my...

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Mastering Color Correction: The Ultimate Guide to Flawless Makeup

Kiley Smith

Nov 5, 20232 min read

Mastering Color Correction: The Ultimate Guide to Flawless Makeup

If you find it challenging to cover up dark circles, redness, or uneven skin tone with makeup, you're not alone. Learning about color...

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Kiley Smith

Oct 9, 20232 min read

My Top Five Nude Bridal Lipsticks

Every bride wants to look flawless on her big day, and choosing the perfect lipstick is a crucial part of achieving that picture-perfect...

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Kiley Smith

Sep 6, 20233 min read

Elevate Your Makeup Artistry Business with FloDesk: Stunning Newsletters Made Easy

In the world of makeup artistry, connecting with my clients and showcasing my skills is everything. One incredible tool that has...

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Wedding-Ready: the Top 5 Popular Lipsticks for Brides

Kiley Smith

Aug 6, 20232 min read

Wedding-Ready: the Top 5 Popular Lipsticks for Brides

The choice of wedding lipsticks can vary depending on personal preferences, the theme of the wedding, and the individual's skin tone. As...

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Kiley Smith

Jul 8, 20235 min read

How to Prepare for Your Bridal Trial

Understanding the significance of a wedding makeup trial or preview is crucial. This session allows your makeup artist to create a...

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From Audrey Hepburn to Gwen Stefani: The Iconic Lipsticks that Stand the Test of Time

Kiley Smith

Jun 4, 20233 min read

From Audrey Hepburn to Gwen Stefani: The Iconic Lipsticks that Stand the Test of Time

Fashion and beauty trends often take cues from celebrities, and classic lipstick is no exception. Certain shades have become synonymous...

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Kiley Smith

May 3, 20232 min read

Summer 2023 Makeup Must-Haves

With the arrival of long, hot, and humid summer days approaching, my clients have requested that I curate a list of my favorite...

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Kiley Smith

Apr 11, 20232 min read

Skin Prep for Your Skin Type

Makeup is an art; like any painting, it requires a prepped canvas. In my case, the canvas I work with is your skin. Preparing your skin...

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Tips to Achieve a Perfect Bridal Spray Tan

Kiley Smith

Mar 2, 20232 min read

Tips to Achieve a Perfect Bridal Spray Tan

One of the questions I ask all my brides before their trial is if they are considering getting a spray tan. Spray tans are a great way to...

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Kiley Smith

Feb 1, 20232 min read

What to Expect at Your Bridal Trial

A bridal trial is a crucial step in the bridal beauty process, as it allows a bride-to-be to try out a makeup look before her big day....

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Say 'I Do' to These Wedding Lip Glosses...

Kiley Smith

Jan 4, 20232 min read

Say 'I Do' to These Wedding Lip Glosses...

Hey, there, brides-to-be! Are you hunting for the perfect lip gloss on your big day? Look no further because I've got you covered.

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Kiley Smith

Dec 4, 20222 min read

Slugging Along

One of my favorite ways to put moisture back into the skin overnight is to 'slug.' This is incredibly helpful during the dry winter...

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A Professional Makeup Artist's 2022 Holiday Gift Guide

Kiley Smith

Nov 6, 20222 min read

A Professional Makeup Artist's 2022 Holiday Gift Guide

The Holiday Season is right around the corner and will be here before you know it. So, you know what that means...making your list and...

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A Professional Makeup Artist's Most Requested Bridal Lipsticks

Kiley Smith

Oct 2, 20221 min read

A Professional Makeup Artist's Most Requested Bridal Lipsticks

Finding the perfect lipstick shade for your wedding day may be overwhelming. Do you want satin, matte, sheer, creamy, or glossy? Maybe...

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Kiley Smith

Aug 26, 20221 min read

Don't Forget These On Your Wedding Day!

As a makeup artist with over 10+ years of bridal experience, I have seen many things happen that have thrown the bridal party into a...

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