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The Best Waterproof Makeup

I’m sure most of you have heard the traditional phrase “Something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue,” when it comes to weddings. However, I bet you didn’t know that the phrase is actually lacking something essential to your wedding day and that my friends, is something waterproof! Waterproof makeup is vital for weddings especially in the summer and even more so if you’re an emotional crier like myself. You don’t own any waterproof makeup, you say? Fortunately, I’ve got just the right product for you and it goes beyond weddings. Plus it’s oil free, hypoallergenic and lightweight with maximum coverage. I’m talking about Ashley Sievert Beauty! I haven’t even told you the best part yet! Starting today, you’ll receive 30% OFF your entire ASB purchase. Scroll through this post to find out how!

I recently stood in my best friend’s wedding as her maid of honor this past month and the entire bridal party wore Ashley Sievert’s waterproof makeup. We actually had the pleasure of Ashley Sievert doing our makeup herself before the wedding.

I’ve been using Ashley Sievert Beauty’s Mineral Velvet Cream, Mineral Finishing Velvet Powder and Glow Under Eye Brightener for over three years now. I’m wearing her makeup in these photos and I actually wear her makeup for all of my photoshoots and events. As for her gorgeous golden makeup brushes made of Taklon synthetic fibers which are velvety soft, I added those into my beauty routine the second she launched them. See a full review on her makeup that I wrote here–> Get a Flawless Face With Ashley Sievert Makeup.

I use the shade, LA for my foundation and powder. However, if you’re unsure of your shade you can always purchase her tester pack to try it out or if you’re local to Louisiana, you can stop by her studio for a personal consultation. If you’re interested in trying out her amazing line, now is the time because starting today you can receive 30% OFF your entire in-store purchase and then on Friday, June 3rd, take 30% OFF your entire online purchase with code: ASBIS3

Photos by: Lainey Reed Photography

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Red Carpet Hairstyle

February 17, 2016

After seeing all of the stunning hairstyles recently at the Grammys and on the runway at New York Fashion Week, I felt inspired to try out my own red carpet hairstyle. So I grabbed my Pro Beauty Tools and got to work! I used both my Ionic AC Motor Blow Dryer and 1 ¼” Professional Gold Curling Iron along with some everyday hair products to create this look.

First, I rinsed and conditioned my hair with Redkins All Soft shampoo and conditioner and then added some Aveda Smooth Infusion Style-Prep Smoother to my towel dry hair. The Smooth Infusion works as a great heat protectant plus my hair can use all of the moisture it can get right now with this cold, dry weather. Once I brushed all of the product through my hair with my Wet Brush, I dried my hair using the Ionic AC Motor Dryer. I like using the Pro Beauty Ionic AC Motor Blow Dryer because the ionic technology helps reduce the size of water droplets on the hair for faster styling, which helps you avoid any extra frizz and allows for plenty of volume and shine.

After my hair finished drying, I sprayed thermal protectant throughout my entire head and ran the gold iron through small sections of my hair in the same direction to create soft, easy ways.
I love using the Pro Beauty Tools Professional Gold Curling Iron because the direct heat of the 24K gold plated barrel penetrates the hair faster so I don’t have to hold the iron in my hair as long reducing the amount of time that my hair is exposed to heat. It’s also great that the curling iron has multiple heat settings, making it ideal for all hair types, but still creates long lasting 24 hour curls!

Once I pulled the curling iron through all of the sections of hair, I ran my fingers through my hair to break apart the curls. I finished off the look with Moroccanoil Luminous Hairspray and gave it some much needed texture by applying Moroccanoil Dry Shampoo to the crown of my head. This simple red carpet hairstyle looks glam, elegant and effortless all at once.

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Outfit: Red Rush Hour Dress c/o Yumi Kim (similar style here) | Black Stella Clutch c/o GiGi New York

Jewelry: Amanda Necklace c/o Kendra Scott | Botticelli Cocktail Ring, Greek Key Cuff, Baroque Wrap Ring & Spencer Link Bracelet c/o Julie Vos

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Get a Flawless Face With Ashley Sievert Beauty + A Promo Code!

March 30, 2015

Makeup by: Ashley Sievert Beauty | Use code: HAUTE15 for 15% OFF your entire Ashley Sievert Beauty Purchase (code valid through 4/6)

Hi everyone and Happy Monday! Today, I wanted to share a little makeup review with you since I get so many questions on how I keep my skin looking smooth and flawless. Please don’t misread that as me saying I have flawless skin because I do NOT. However, with the help of Ashley Sievert’s Mineral Velvet Creme, it allows my skin to appear that way!

Remember the first time Ashley did my makeup two summers ago? See post here–> Haute Off The Rack Gets A Makeover By Ashley Sievert I know I’ve told you this before, but I was so amazed by the results that I bought everything she used on my face and even had her give me a makeup application lesson. On top of that, I hosted a fun beauty event with her at a local boutique in Baton Rouge where she offered makeup application lessons and complimentary foundation touchups using her own line of face makeup.

I love how her Mineral Velvet Creme has a lightweight feel, but still gives you maximum coverage. Plus it’s oil free, hypoallergenic and waterproof. Yes, you read that right! It’s waterproof! Hello Summer, right? It literally lasts the whole day until you take a makeup remover wipe to your face! Also, Ashley’s concealer adapts to every skin type and color. On top of the Velvet Creme, I also use her mineral pressed powder, Glow Under The Eye Brightener and her newly released Velvet Air Brush Set. Ashley’s brush set 100% lives up to it’s name. When used properly with the foundation and powder, her brushes gives you that coveted air brushed look.

I use Ashley Sievert Beauty products for all my photo shoots as well as date nights and special occasions for the extra coverage and also because it’s water proof so it literally lasts all day and all night long. It’s so nice to not have to worry about reapplying my foundation. During the daytime, I like to wear a tinted moisturizer or BB cream with loose mineral powder because I like to preserve my ASB makeup and save it for more special occaisions.

If you want to try her makeup out, but aren’t sure what shade you should purchase, you can always make a foundation matching appointment with her at her studio in Metairie (info@ashleysievert.com). If you don’t live in the New Orleans area, not to worry because you can try her tester pack! I have medium tan skin and I use the shade LA!

Ashley did makeup herself in all of the photos shown above. However, I did my own makeup for the two photos below after a makeup lesson with Ashley.

Photos by: Kaela Rodehorst Photography, Caitlin B Photo & Marissa Lambert Photography.

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I’m All About That Face, Bout’ That Face

September 1, 2014

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Happy Labor Day readers, in case you missed my live segment with WBRZ news featuring makeup artist, Ashley Sivert this past week, you can view it below or by clicking this link–>Live With Ashley Sivert Beauty & Haute Off The Rack Also, below the video are some photos from segment as well as links to purchase all of the products mentioned in the show.

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You can purchase the Glow Under Eye Brightener, Velvet Creme Foundation and Mineral Powder at ashleysievertbeauty.com. If you’re unsure of your ASB shade or just want to try the makeup out, you can purchase a tester package! Sievert and her team also offer in-studio makeup applications and take in over 138 bridal parties per year. So get booking ladies!

Ashley Sievert Beauty: Open Tuesday-Friday or by appointment Info@ashleysievert.com

3331 Severn Ave. | Suite 204 | Metairie, La 70002

Do you remember my first makeover with Ashley Sievert last Summer? She blew me away with her amazing new face makeup line. See photos below and view the entire post here–> Haute Off The Rack Gets A Makeover By Ashley Sievert | Follow along with ASB on Instagram at @AshleySivertBeauty!

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Skincare Preparation Before Applying Makeup

As I stated in the title of the this post, I am all about the face! Taking care of my skin is one of my number one priorities, which is exactly why I chose to try Rodan + Fields when I started to feel like my facial complexion was looking dull. I used to always get compliments on my skin, but as of late those compliments have been pretty hard to come by so I knew I had to do something.

Usually, I’m skeptical of skincare products that people say “changed their lives,” but I had been hearing so many good things about Rodan + Fields from multiple people that I thought why not give it a try. Fortunately, Rodan + Fields consultant, Christina Donze reached out to see if I was interested in reviewing the product on my blog. Since I had been wanting to try something new to get my skin back to its old self, I saw this as the perfect opportunity.

Let me start off by saying that this is not a sponsored post for Rodan + Fields, I just wanted to share my personal experience with you in case you’re interested in improving your skin care routine. With that being said, I honestly saw results within the first two weeks of using the Reverse skin care regimen and it wasn’t long before other people started to notice as well.

I remember the first time someone noticed my skin was after a long day of Red Dress Run in New Orleans. In case you aren’t familiar with Red Dress Run, it’s a celebration outside in the French Quarter during August, which is the hottest time of the year in New Orleans. Anyway, reason I’m telling you that is because at the end of the day after I practically sweat my face off, one of my boyfriend’s friends told me I had a really good skin. When a guy notices that your skin looks good, it means your skin looks GOOD!!! After that night, people began to notice more and more and my face even felt smoother and appeared brighter. I can’t wait to see the results after three months considering what I’ve seen after only using Rodan + Fields for a month. Make sure to check back in two months for my final review.

Contact christinamdonze@gmail.com for any additional information or if you’re interested in consultation so you can try these amazing products yourself.

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P.S. I just want to mention two more products that I use to keep my skin looking fresh. I use my Clarisonic Mia2 Sonic Skin Cleansing Ace Clarifying Collection every other day and I always apply DermAware’s Anti-oxidant Moisturizer (oil-free hydration) after my Reverse skin care routine. I also suggested Philosophy’s Supernatural Tinted Primer with SPF 15 before running out the door without any makeup.

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