by Alix Twice a week before going to work, I offer myself a selfish moment of freedom just for me and I jump out of my bed – not always fresh and ready – at 6am to go to my power yoga class. I like yoga more and more. I know it’s good for my […] Read more…
Get a Tan in the Shower!
by Colleen Singing in the shower? Check. Exfoliating in the shower? Check. Tanning in the shower? What?! Yes we may all be able to cut down on our prep time because St. Tropez, the experts in self tanning, are launching Gradual Tan In-Shower Tanning lotion just in time for summer. According to WWD, the lotion […] Read more…
Cushion compacts- a revolution in makeup application
by Colleen Do you miss the convenience of the compact? I do, but not the cakeyness of the compact foundation, which is why I am currently loving these new cushion compacts from Korea. Cushions for your makeup? Really?! This new technology straight from the cosmetics obsessed Korea delivers a combination BB cream, foundation and sunscreen […] Read more…
The only serum you need this summer
Summer! I can feel it, the humidity is already at 100% by 8 am and we aren’t even past memorial day! I am trying this summer to keep my whole beauty routine a little lighter and simpler, since that’s what summer is all about and frankly this humidity melts everything! (will power included) We all […] Read more…
OMG my Spanx…
by Alix A few days ago Colleen and I had a business meeting about the blog and our new e-shop … Have you seen it? So we reviewed our datelines, agenda and so one. Then out of the blue we started to discuss other topics, you know how it is: up coming holidays, end of classes, end of […] Read more…
How to look younger with makeup
by Colleen It’s been a busy few weeks for me as a makeup artist with photo shoots and clients for special events like proms and weddings. On a recent day off I had my entire makeup kit spread out all over the floor in order to organize clean etc. and decided to try a new […] Read more…
Pre summer Training
by Alix Spring has finally shown itself and Summer is on its way. The tricky question is: are you ready and confident to break out your swimsuit? So I’m hoping this will help you to start working out with a little selection of my favorite apps for fitness. It’s time to sweat and suffer a bit […] Read more…
Behind the scenes secret to glowing skin
by Colleen I wanted to share with you a little behind the scenes secret that makeup artists use to make the skin on the model’s bodies look so healthy and glowing. Prom season is here and summer is right around the corner with events and parties and giving thought to the skin on your body […] Read more…
Lip Crayons perfect for summer
by Colleen Sometimes I want a little more color than a lip balm but I don’t want to wear a full lipstick. Something that I can have in my purse, can quickly swipe on without a mirror but still makes me look like I have a bit of color. (a bit of color can […] Read more…
Today is a Big Day Here…
Here at Blush and Beyond we are super excited to launch our e-shop… It’s official let’s go meet the e-shop Discover the beauty products that Colleen loves, uses in her pro kit and recommends and also Alix’s lifestyle inspirations, impulsive desires and “coup de coeur”! Sign up for our newsletter and be part of our first giveaway […] Read more…