Saturday, December 1, 2012

glow on now

Vapour Organic Beauty is all a-glow, pure and simple.


Just in time for holiday splendor, you can add a little more dazzle to your look and feel good about it. Meet Halo Body Spotlight from Vapour Organic Beauty.

Halo adds sexy, subtle highlights to your shoulders, arms, décolletage and back, all-the-while delivering antioxidants and moisture to your beautiful skin. With Vapour's light reflective technology the appearance of younger, refreshed skin is yours. 

Like all Vapour products, Halo is made with 70% certified organic ingredients and 30% natural mineral pigments & vitamins. Infused with nourishing, antioxidant Acai berry & Green Tea, soothing Calendula flower, essential amino acid Lysine moisturizing Lotus Flower, anti-inflammatory Frankincense, antioxidant Tulsi and skin supportive silica, Halo will care for your skin radiantly.


In universally flattering shades, Halo imparts a sophisticated glow for all ages and skin tones. Available in Brilliance (24 karat gold) and Mystic (cool pink with blue iridescence). 


Finally, now you can have all the performance of a luxury highlighter with none of the chemicals!

Get glowing!

Thursday, November 29, 2012

great to gorgeous

Step by step video from Vapour Organic Beauty.

Friday, October 26, 2012

when smoking looks cool

A classic smokey eye is so gorgeous and alluring. But it can look too dramatic for daytime, so try these softer versions with browns, greys, greens and mauves. They are perfect for day-to-day and equally as gorgeous in the evening with eye liner and a little extra mascara for more drama. Here are four easy-to-do steps:
  1. Apply a shadow primer or a light shadow color over the whole lid from lash line to brow. Favorites are Senna Cosmetics Totally Transforming Eyeshadow Primer, mineral matte shadow in antique white or pink water or mineral shadow in alabaster or peach quartz.
  2. With a shadow brush, press a medium color onto lower lid. Great medium tones: bronzite, cat's eye quartz, emerald mist and fading rose.
  3. Then apply the darkest color close to lash line and smudge upward. Suggested darkest shades are twig, titanium, volcanic ash and olive slate.
  4. Apply mascara.The best: Voluptulash from Senna Cosmetics. This products is not available on the website, but you can get it in the studio
For more color suggestions and ideas for your smokey-eye style, email sari@sarimotley.com. And do not smoke cigarettes, it's not pretty.

Thursday, October 25, 2012

don't be a flake

As it gets colder (and it will, even if it’s just for two days), the air inside will be warmer and drier. This can lead to dry, itchy skin. But you can help prevent dry skin by using products that attract moisture. Here’s how:

Use a moisturizing cleansing pad like Preserve Skincare Cleansing Pad in Orange Blossom, with aloe and herbal extracts. Or try a creamy cleanser like easy-does-it with cucumber and shea butter.
    At night, use mild, creamy cleansers sans the lather. Two to try: Vapour’s Clarity with jojoba and evening primrose oil, and sarimotley’s easy-does-it (as suggested above). 
    Apply moisture while skin is still damp to help lock in moisture. Ingredients to look for: moisure-boosting hyaluronic acid (glow-getter), aloe (glow-getter) and shea butter (glow-getter, do-over, dollface). If skin feels tight, find a thicker, richer creme. Or skip creme and go for a hydrating and nourishing oil like Vapour’s Essence

    To prevent dullness, try a gentle exfoliator like sarimotley’s polish microdermabrasion creme with aloe vera and shea butter. Or try something from your kitchen like a little coconut oil and organic sugar. 

    If you have additional questions about your skin and how to hydrate during the the fall and winter, contact sari@sarimotley.com.

    Wednesday, August 15, 2012

    gorgeous green gadgets

    The way we apply makeup has evolved since we smeared kohl across our eyelids with our fingers. In this century, we find that the proper "tools" are as essential as the makeup itself. There are many to choose from and each with a different material and function. Makeup brushes are made using either animal hair or synthetic bristles. Both come in various densities, textures and shapes. Both have their admirers, but synthetic makeup brushes have become increasingly popular with the “green” scene because they offer eco-friendly, non-allergenic and cruelty-free advantages.

    Because of the great advantages of sythetics', I decided these were a great place to begin my search for the best makeup brushes. And, over a year later, I found them. Meet Bdellium Tools (pronounced “del-ee-uhm, -yuhm," with a silent "b"), which are among the best of the best. Their cutting edge technology is unique and innovative, and their brushes are handmade by skilled artisans ensuring quality and integrity every time.

    Bdellium Tools Green Bamboo collection is made with eco-friendly bamboo handles, anodized aluminum ferrules and all vegan synthetic bristles. Bamboo is fully sustainable due to its rapid re-growth cycle, and can be harvested with virtually no impact in the environment. The ferrule is the metallic ring of the brush that connects the handle to the fibers, and Bdellium’s are anodized for a longer lasting life. The synthetic fibers (or hair) have little to no shedding compared to natural hair, they are easier to clean, are hypoallergenic and provide a gorgeous application. 



    Bdellium’s Green Bamboo collection is perfectly priced from $8 - $20 per brush. For more information on makeup brushes and finding the essential ones for you, contact sari@sarimotley.com.

    Sunday, August 5, 2012

    new age suncare


    introducing revolutionary plant uv 

    The brilliant folks at Coola have been tucked away in the lab creating the newest formulation in sunscreen yet. Coola has harnessed the power of mother nature with their patented Plant Protection Technology. 

    This innovative product contains plant stem cells, which help protect against broad spectrum UV rays; and Zinc Oxide, which is widely considered the most inert and safest sunscreen active.  

    The inside scoop. With the naturally protective plant cells of the Buddleja Davidii stems and the Lilac Leaf, which have been shown to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, this formula is preservative-free and made with 70% organic inactive ingredients. You'll find Beet Root and Cordyceps Mushroom Extracts that help protect the skin and defend against premature aging, while organic Cucumber Extract helps soothe skin in or after the sun. 

    Also infused with organic emollients like Shea Butter, Coconut Oil, antioxidant-rich Olive Oil and  Omagea-3 enriched Linseed Oil to moisturize, smooth and soften skin. And Orazanol and organic Beeswax to boost natural sun protection. 

    These face and body formulas are the perfect way to stay green with your sunscreen!

    Natural. Plant. Protection.

    Sunday, July 29, 2012

    fall has it all

    The change of seasons dictates fashion, and the biggest transition is Fall. Who will show what, and how will its runway edginess translate to everyday wear? Easy enough, pick a trend or two and make them your own. Fall 2012 is captivating, expressive and bold. Find seriously smooth skin, extravagant eyes and lovely lush lips.

    getting it covered
    smooth skin with vapour organic beauty
    stratus soft focus instant skin perfector
    and atmosphere soft focus foundation 
    If you are still searching for the foundation that makes your skin appear flawless, now is the time to find it. With multiple formulas on the market–many touting skin-benefitting advantages—getting your hands on just the right one has never been easier. Foundation should look and feel like your skin. When choosing a new color, start with a few shades; paint a stripe of each near the jaw line. In natural light, the color you want is the least noticeable.

    Flawless is different for everyone, but the result is the same—gorgeous skin. Find the perfect match with beauty award winning Luminous and Soft Focus formulas from Vapour Organic Beauty at sarimotley cosmetics.

    extravagant eyes
    black box lash jewel, gel eyeliner pencil
    and pressed mineral eyes shadows
    feast your eyes
    Classic or dramatic, winged or smoked-out sexy; a favorite look for Fall requires keeping eye-defining tools within reach. Don’t worry if you’re not a pro, these lines are totally doable. Easy to apply, simple to smoke-out and brilliant for building lashes with impact.

    Eye shadow shades you’ll want to wear: navy (indigo), gold (antique brass, gold minx, sand), taupe (moonstone, taupe tan), mauve (fading rose, brushed velvet), grey (cat’s eye, platinum, opal) and green (emerald mist, olive slate).

    read my lips
    First off, keep lips smooth and soft with gentle exfoliation (one to try: sarimotley amazing lip polish), and apply lip balm regularly so lips stay moist (sarimotley smartmouth natural lip balm available in the studio).

    lovely lush lips with vapour organic beauty
    siren lipstick in tryst and bold
    Using a neutral tone lip liner is an easy way to keep lip color in place and looking great. Also, you may want to invest in a professional lip brush for applying lip color. It takes a little more time, but you’ll have more control over the finished look. Go bolder and sexier with color. Hues to look for: plum (tempt, au pair), pink (coquette, possess), red (ravish, tryst, bold, torrid) and neutral (chere, naive).

    For assistance and info on creating your look for Fall, contact sari@sarimotley.com.

    take it off, take it all off

    You’ve done it at least once after a long tiring day or a wild night out. The only thing you want to do is kick off those shoes and fall into bed. But your makeup—did you take it off? If you go to sleep right now, it will feel so awesome. You think, “Oh, I’ll just wash my face in the morning...” Well, sure; chances are you will wake the next day with the same gorgeous face you fell asleep with. However, repeated nights of shimmering shuteye can lead to a bevy of un-beautiful.

    Your skin has a chance to replenish itself when you sleep, so take advantage of that. This is its moment to soak in nourishment, erase environmental filth and purge signs of stress. Be good to your skin because what you do when you are twenty will show up when you are forty. Nearly every time you sleep in the day’s muck and makeup, your skin can age ten days. Not to mention the fact that waking up with blah, dull skin, clogged pores and a general lack of radiance is senseless. All you really need to do is simply cleanse and nourish. To bypass un-beautiful, see the blog post “prepare to preserve” for an easy-to-incorporate plan.

    Tuesday, July 10, 2012

    repost from jessica drummond

    Enjoy this great read from Jessica Drummond, Top 10 Easy Tips for Healthy Energy, Weight, Sleep, Mood and Libido.

    Jessica is a health, hormone and nutrition educator. Her blog is a great source for "empowering women to reach their highest, brightest, most exquisite potential–and take on the world!"

    Wednesday, May 30, 2012

    best at bronzer

    Bronzer is a real mainstay for spring and summer, and creating that sun-kissed look. A great bronzer, applied correctly, is a beautiful way to enliven your complexion. Here's how you can achieve an easy, totally natural look with creamy or powder bronzer formula:

    creamy bronzer

    Apply product directly to forehead, cheekbones bridge of nose and chin, blend into skin with fingertips for a fresh-from-the-beach look. Try beauty editors’ favorite obsession, Vapours’ Solar Bronzer. Solar is no ordinary bronzer. This quick, easy stick application will give you stunning sun-free color with environmental antioxidant protection! Can also be used on shoulders, décolletage, and legs. This Vapour favorite will never leave you streaky, orange or fake.



    powder bronzer

    With a big, fluffy brush lightly apply to the areas of your face the sun would naturally highlight; sweeping color over forehead, cheekbones, bridge of nose and chin. Try sheer textured mineral bronzer like Beyond Bronze from Senna Cosmetics (available at sarimotley studio), a neutral tone for all skin. This trio allows you to create your perfect bronze with soft vanilla and golden bronze tones. 

    It's easy to get glowing with bronzer. Find your favorite formula at sarimotley.com or sarimotley studio

    smart summer

    Is your skin ready for summer? Making a few adjustments is key to breezing beautifully through the heat, humidity and sun. Of course you are using SPF for your face daily, correct? And on your body too, right? Also, remember to stay hydrated inside and out by drinking plenty of water. These daily do’s will help keep you looking “cool” despite rising temps.

    use spf daily even when not at the beach or pool

    After a bath or shower, slather on a body lotion, with SPF, to exposed areas (hands, arms, chest, etc.) to protect and moisturize. Two to try: Coola’s Mineral Body Unscented (limited edition) or Coola’s new Plant UV Collection (coming soon). And a favorite for the face, Coola’s new Matte Tint, SPF 30.
    COOLA Matte Tint, SPF 30

    make makeup simple 

    Go for creamier formulas with your foundation (Atmosphere Luminous Foundation) and blush (Aura Multi-use Blush). They are really durable and easy to blend, and when formulated with skin-loving organic ingredients (like those in Vapour Organic Beauty), an uncompromising bonus for your skin. 
    Vapour Organic Beauty: Atmosphere Luminous Foundation

    blot not blotchy

    Keep a pack of blotting papers in your handbag. These are great for absorbing oil and sweat and will refresh your look without the blotchiness of powder. Try Tatcha Beauty Papers made from oil-absorbing abaca leaf. 
    TATCHA Beauty Papers

    nourish your skin at night

    If you need simplicity, keep these two go-to products by your bedside table: (1) Preserve Cleansing Pads in Orange Blossom, and (2) Vapour’s Essence Restorative Night Treatment. Remove the day’s muck and dirt with Preserve Cleansing Pad, then massage one pump of Vapour’s Essence onto face and neck. Wakeup stunning! 
    Preserve Cleansing Pads in Orange Blossom

    mind your mouth

    Keep lips super-hydrated with a simple nourishing balm like smartmouth natural lip balm from sarimotley. With cocoa butter and lip-loving natural oils, this freshly scented sassy balm will keep your foxy lips smooth and calm.

    These smart summer essentials are available at sarimotley studio, sarimotley.com. For more information please email sari@sarimotley.com or call 713-292-6711.

    Friday, May 18, 2012

    it's better with butter

    Those "three-free" lacquer geniuses have done it again. Butter London has put together a couple of creative collections so you can take home more for less. But first, have a look-see at the latest color from the pros, meet "Sloane Ranger".


    olive you

    A creamy, olive khaki with a splash of silver that is sure to revive yesterday's boring buff. Introducing Sloane Ranger, Butter London's newest hue. On the name, Sloane is used to describe yuppies from South West London (near Sloan Square in Chelsea), called Sloanies. 

    remover collection trio

    Removing your lacquer has never been so lovely. Treat your nails with this sweet-smelling acetone-free lacquer trio! These three delicious scents will gently remove all traces of lacquer from your nails ($19, value $24). Enjoy:

    • Powder Room: a Butter London classic with soft, powdery scent.
    • Beach Bum: this pina colada scent takes you on a mini holiday with its beachy, coconut essence.
    • Nutter: you'll go nuts for this sweet, soft almond scent for sure. 


    cuticle miracle kit



    Disheveled and dry cuticles will ruin even the best manicure. Banish them permanently with Butter London's Cuticle Miracle Kit, featuring Melt Away Cuticle Eliminator and Handbag Holiday Cuticle Oil ($25, value $35). 

    Melt Away will break down and soften dead skin cells for gentle cuticle removal. This gentle exfoliation treatment gradually decreases cuticles, so there is no need to nip.

    Handbag Holiday is a cocktail of vitamins suspended in natural oils, providing intensive nourishment to your cuticles. This coconut and pineapple scented miracle oil can be used as often as needed to revive and restore cuticles. 

    Thursday, May 10, 2012

    prepare to preserve

     a fast, easy and deeply rejuvenating way to cleanse is coming to sarimotley cosmetics


    Preserve Cleansing Pads, from Preserve Skincare, are your answer to quick, clean skin. Unlike traditional makeup wipes, Preserve Cleansing Pads are thick, hardy, absorbent cotton rounds infused with herbal extracts, essential oils and potent antioxidants. Impressively created by two skin-savvy estheticians in California, Preserve Cleansing Pads are the ultimate low-maintenance, high-perfomance product for cleaning skin cleverly.
    Cleansing is such an important part of your skincare routine, and skimping here will leave your skin dull, lifeless and DIRTY; gross, right? Now you can effectively cleanse your face of the day's muck, gook and makeup no matter where you are. Choose from Orange Blossom (perfect for all skin types), Geranium Leaf (normal/combination/oily skin types) or opt for the travel set to experiment with both (travel set: 30 pads, $32).

    Chock-full of hydrating aloe; skin-purifying grapefruit, pomegranate and witch hazel; and super-effective extracts and antioxidants from white tea, yucca and lavender–the Orange Blossom Cleansing Pads are a cinch to use and result in clean, happy skin (45 pads, $38).

    Enjoy the blemish-busting trio of tea tree, willow bark and witch hazel in the Geranium Leaf Cleansing Pads. This must-have combo is also loaded with the skin-healing and clarifying properties of olive leaf, yarrow, rosemary, grapeseed, geranium and hemlock. Dirty skin doesn't stand a chance (45 pads, $38)!

    Don't go another night with the day's dirt and makeup on your pretty skin. Swipe. Sleep. Rejuvenate. Available at sarimotley studio

    Thursday, April 26, 2012

    essence, it's essential

    From the trusted hands of Vapour Organic Beauty, experience true luxury for skin in the purest form: Essence Restorative Night Treatment.

    A few drops of this precious night treatment oil is all you need to deeply detoxify, strengthen and regenerate dry, dehydrated and sensitive skin. With its unique formulation, using the finest organic ingredients, naturally healing botanicals and powerful antioxidants; skin becomes radiant and free radical damage does not stand a chance. 

    Essence Restorative Night Treatment is made with 70% Certified Organic Ingredients and 30% olive oil squalane. It is 100% natural, contains no harsh chemicals, cruelty free and gluten free. Like all Vapour products, Essence is made with wind power, uses biodegradable ingredients and has a fully recyclable inner and outer packaging. 

    Key Ingredients: Essence Restorative Night Treatment uses certified organic oils of nutrient-rich Evening Primrose and skin-brightening Camellia to rapidly deliver certified organic Sea Buckthorn and Pomegranate Seed to the deeper levels of the skin. This cocktail of organic super heroes includes Omega 7 (essential fatty acid), vitamins A, C, and E, skin-nourishing minerals, and high levels of polyphenols. All of these factors are part of the chemical free, certified organic anti-aging strength of Essence and protect the skin against inflammation and daily environmental toxins and stressors.

    You’ll love the way Essence’s weightless, silky formula calms, re-balances and revitalizes skin. Your time for velvety, luminous skin is now. Order Essence Restorative Night Treatment at sarimotley.com. 

    Tuesday, April 24, 2012

    mom's the word

    Celebrate the person you call mom with beauty. Whether it's aroma, color or care, cosmetics and skincare can stimulate the senses, enhance natural beauty and nurture skin. They are also key to balancing the emotion of feeling beautiful. This Mother's Day treat Mom to something that makes her feel good and look amazing. Choose from the special value collections below, or ask about a customized assortment.

    purify mom
    Nurture her skin with an everyday ritual that is simple and sweet. This collection will clean, exfoliate, rejuvenate and invigorate. Included for her are: easy-does-it gentle milk cleanser with cucumber (or appropriate cleanser); polish skin-smoothing microdermabrasion creme; makes-me-blush skin-renewing treatment with cranberry; a pair of cellulose cleansing puffs for an extra deep clean; and an invigorating, organic fair trade botanical tea ($70, value $110). She'll love this gift inside and out.

    eau de mom
    Does your mother like flowers? If so, she'll love the light, intoxicating blend of gardenia and white exotics captured in Kai's signature scent. Take her senses on a journey with a collection of Kai favorites: (1) Eau de Parfum, Body Lotion, Body Buffer and Votive ($114, value $165). (2) Perfume oil, Body Lotion, Bathing Bubbles and Votive ($90, value $132). Show her the luxury she deserves.

    prime time for mom
    When it comes to natural makeup where universally flattering is a sure thing, Vapour Organic Beauty is the answer. Give her makeup made from pure, organic formulations her skin will love. This collection gives her the opportunity to put her best face forward by starting out with great, must-have makeup essentials: Stratus Instant Skin Perfector or Stratus Soft Focus Instant Skin Perfector, Atmosphere Luminous or Atmosphere Soft Focus Foundation, Illusionist Concealer, Solar Bronzer in Simmer and a bamboo makeup brush ($120, value $170).

    color mom pretty
    Brighten her day or enliven her night with color. Once she's created the perfect canvas with "prime time," add a little color. With award-winning favorites like Aura Multi-Use Blush and Siren Lipstick, looking good will be a cinch. This collection includes one each (Mom's shade selection): Aura Multi-Use BlushSiren Lipstick, Elixir Pluming Gloss, Mesmerize Eye Color Treatment, and a bamboo makeup brush ($72, value $100).

    butter up mom
    Give Mom the gift of beautiful nails she can do at home. With Butter London's amazing three free ideology and flair for fashion-first color, Mom can wear the season's hottest nail lacquer and feel good about it. This collection includes the following Butter London gems: two nail lacquers (Mom's choice), Melt Away Cuticle Eliminator, Nail Foundation Flawless Basecoat, Hardwear P. D. Quick Topcoat, Handbag Holiday cuticle oil, and a handy banana file for perfectly shaped nails ($70, value $100).

    These collections are available at sarimotley studio, sarimotley.com and phone/email order. If you have a special request, or would like to create a custom gift collection, please email sari@sarimotley.com or call 713-292-6711. Gift wrap is always complimentary.




    Monday, April 23, 2012

    bright idea

    Vapour Organic Beauty is introducing new, fabulous hues for you to choose for eyes and lips.

    Just in time for adding that "pop of color," find brilliantly modern shade extensions in Siren Lipstick. These three exhilarating hues give new meaning to crimson, tangerine and vivid floral. New shades: Tempest–a feisty coral with brazen depth and intensity; Au Pair–a rich, velvety berry and Coquette–21st century amped-up fuchsia and 

    Mesmerize Eye Color presents "urban flirt" with new-fashioned shadows that are intriguing, sassy and dynamic. These fresh jeweled shades will add dimension and flair to your everyday wear. Shades to explore: Obsess–a stunning and versatile golden-green that will add a little "voltage" to any look; Seduce–an exotic smokey brown with hints of blue and violet and Provoke–a flirtatious, sparkling-cool pink to brighten eyes.

    Now available at sarimotley.com.


    Thursday, April 19, 2012

    summer fling at one green street

    The Summer Edition of The Mommie Series, Houston is May 2, 2012 at One Green Street (a home to sarimotley skincare).

    This edition is all about being GREEN! Enjoy tasty treats from Green Plate Kids, learn about many things "eco-cool" and take home a swag treat full of awesomeness.

    The Mommie Series, presented by MISTI STYLE, is a fun education series where a team of experts enlighten, educate and entertain you in areas of family, health, finance and fashion. This season's green speakers include: Lisa Pounds with Green Plate Kids; Dr. Marina L. Ramirez, Kelsey Selbold; Tajana Mesic, Green Grove Group and Sherry Eichberger of One Green Street.

    Monday, April 16, 2012

    new look for baby

    Voted best sunscreen by Beauty & Style magazine, Coola Baby is showing off its new look! With a fantastic new pump-style dispenser and ease of use, this green friendly SPF 50 will protect the most delicate of them all.

    Enjoy the 100% natural environmental shield that protects skin from the sun's harmful rays and pollutants like smog and dust. This mineral SPF 50, with broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection, is free from harmful chemicals and preservatives. Plankton and organic beeswax boost SPF, while organic shea butter, sesame seed, avocado and evening primrose oils keep skin soft.

    Find this new baby at sarimotley.com.

    Thursday, April 12, 2012

    weddings

    Enjoy this little video of a few weddings. Thank you to all of the beautiful brides, their families and friends.

    My Animoto Video

    Wednesday, March 28, 2012

    greasepaint gossip

    Hello Makeup Bag, we need to talk. Rumor has it you are are holding on to a few things that are making me look, well, older!

    Many amazing things come with age: intelligence, security, comfort, etc., and with that delight comes gravity, graying and an occasional feeling of being less gorgeous than before. Brave the battle with a little tweaking of everyday things, like your makeup.

    In the article "16 Ways to Look Younger With Makeup" (Allure, April 2012), Danielle Pergament amusingly writes that "turning back the clock can be as simple as opening your makeup bag." With her insight and some product suggestions, here is a little sarimotley digest version on how to look more youthful:
    • Moisturize. Forget this step and you're doomed with dullness. Keep skin smooth and supple and the rest is easy. (Great for daily moisture replenishment and filled with antioxidants, do-over daily moisture creme with co-Q10).
    • Creative concealing. Correcting facial imperfections with a light-diffusing and hydrating concealer is key. Think of adding brightness to camouflage by reflecting light away as opposed to adding layers to hide behind. Try Illusionist from Vapour Organic Beauty.
    • Warm it up. Adding a touch of bronzer to warm the skin and give a healthy, youthful glow can take years off a tired face. Just go with a more day at the spa look vs. back from the beach (Vapour's Solar Bronzer in Simmer is the perfect shade for most skin tones).
    • Powder is passe. The days of being powder perfect are in the past. If you must, use a translucent, light-diffusing powder like the Mineral Mix Secret Set powder from Senna Cosmetics (available at sarimotley studio). Or when it's just a touch up, try Tatcha's Japanese Blotting Papers made from Abaca leaf.
    • Get cheeky. Creamy, dewy textures are perfect for dry mature skin, especially when they are packed with nourishing organic ingredients that leave your face feeling cared for. Use your cheekbones as a guide for placing blush for just the right flush. (Aura Multi-Use Blush from Vapour).
    • Just browsing. Go a little lighter with your brow color (unless you are blonde, then just a shade darker) using softer strokes to fill in sparse areas. Find your brow solutions at sarimotley studio.
    • Batter up. If you are not already doing so, start using your eyelash curler. Lashes become less full, and giving them a little bump up helps open the eyes and brighten your look. (Tarte's Picture Perfect Eyelash Curler is awesome.)
    • Prime time. Smooth on a little shadow primer to even lid tone and soften fine lines. This will help eye shadow keep its true color and stay put longer. Totally Transforming Eyeshadow Primer from Senna is an anti-ageing powerhouse with ingredients like hibiscus to help firm and smooth.
    • Beware black. Dark brown liner is the new black. It's less intense, but still defines the eyes. Keep the line super-close to the lashes and maybe fore go the liner on lower lashes for a softer look. (Superwear Gel Liner in dark sienna available at sarimotley studio).
    • Let in a little light. A soft shimmer, not glitter, on the inner corners of the eyes will wake up your makeup. Also, jut a touch above cheekbones and on the brow bone will add nice dimension. (Trick Stick from Vapour, available as sarimotley studio.)
    • Lips of luxury. Boost natural lip tone with universally flattering shades like berries, mauves and just bitten reds. Vapour's Siren Lipsticks are the go-to for finding your perfect shade. Colors that are more sheer allow natural lip tone to peek through, making the hue you choose your very own.
    For more information on how to makeup a younger looking you, schedule a visit to sarimotley studio.

    Tuesday, March 27, 2012

    prevent, protect and prosper

    As sure as Spring is the time for blossoming life (think flowers, babies, puppies, etc.), it is also a time for feeling and looking renewed and fresh; you know, youthful looking. You'll wear less makeup, spend more time outdoors and maybe stay out a little later. Are you doing what it takes to keep skin fresh season to season? Review your skincare routine to see. If not, here are a few easy-to-incorporate steps that will help:

    Protect
    Slather on sunblock! Even when the sun is not shining bright, UVA rays are still lurking about. Coola sunblocks incorporate a unique method of independently suspending titanium dioxide and zinc oxide actives in an organic ultra-moisturizing base, making suncare super-nourishing and easier than ever.
    Prosper
    Fade signs of aging (i.e., fine lines and dark spots) with a multi-fruit acid complex like in dollface nourishing night creme that helps slough off dull, dead skin and renew. Also, use eye creme, preferably one with antioxidants and brightening ingredients (eyebright and ginko)–like
    in brighteyes co-Q10 eye creme supreme–to decrease the appearance of dark circles.

    Schedule an appointment for your skincare review or click here to replenish your products.

    Friday, February 10, 2012

    twinkle toes

    Before you know it, boots will be tucked away until the next season and your tootsies will adorn their beloved flip flops! But wait, have you seen your feet? Try these new pampering treats, before your show off your feet. Butter London's newly reformulated waterless pedicure collection, brimming with natural ingredients and a passion for pampering, allows you to treat your feet any day of the week.
    Rock Off - Callus Exfoliator. Hard skin simply melts away! $30
    Mucky Pups - Foot Wipes. When your "dogs are barking," these calming, cleansing foot wipes are the perfect solution for mucky puppies on the go. $15
    Kitten Heels - Powder Finish Foot Creme. Instantly hydrates and leaves soft, powder finish to help keep feet dry and silky. You may never wear socks again! $30
    Stiletto Stick - Hydrating Heel Balm. Simple way to soften and smooth your heels! Dry, cracked areas will fade away offering instant moisture relief that helps heels stay soft with continued use.For more information on these or other products visit www.sarimotley.com.

    Enjoy happy, pretty feet!

    tangerine tango


    The color pros at Pantone report "tangerine tango" as the color of the year. This is absolutely glorious! It's happy, carefree and fun–just like spring. Aren't you ready to feel fresh and free with your look? Spring is a cinch! There is no need to reinvent yourself because it's ok to incorporate one new thing. Whether you are cool or coy, this season's trends make it super easy.

    You may already have look-creating makeup essential in your possession, but if they are in the way back of your makeup drawer (read: more than two years old), it's time to find replacements.

    Your spring/summer makeup menu: red, bright and/or nude lip color (see chart from Vapour Organic Beauty on finding red and nude lip color); skin-tone flattering blush (Vapour's Aura Multi Use Blush for the perfect flush); bronzer (Vapour Solar Bronzer in Simmer is stunning); eye liner; and a pastel or pop of color for eyes and nails (Butter London Spring/Summer 2012: disco biscuit, bossy boots, slapper, trout pout, knackered).

    Express Spring/Summer 2012:
    • Enjoy a pop of color for your lips. Go bright red or try a sassy orange. If you want to play it safe, go with a bright gloss that's sheer.
    • A monochromatic face. Just a hint of color for cheeks and eyes is super easy to achieve with Vapour Aura Multi Use Blush (spark, intrigue and impulse are sure to be season favorites).
    • Beautifully bronzed. Use the high points of the face (cheekbones, forehead, nose, chin) as a guide to achieve that back from the beach look; keep eyes and lips simple.
    • Vintage eyeliner is a go. Play with this liner look until it feels right for you, and practice to achieve your desired shape. See blog repost from myheartistry for a great "how to" on winged liner. Image below courtesy of myheartistry.
    • Brows are thicker and fuller. Brow gel is a must-have for that brushed-up and youthful look. (Senna Brow Fix X available at sarimotley studio).
    • Going nearly nude on the lip. Remember, there is a fine line between ghastly and gorgeous. To find the nude that suits you, go one shade darker than your skin tone with a hint of pink or peach.
    For more inspiration on a bright and beautiful look for your spring/summer 2012, stop by sarimotley.com or visit the contact page to make an appointment (Houston area). See you soon.