Do you love celebrity beauty stories as much as I do? I always enjoy a good step-by-step makeup run down…and then going off to my little boudoir to re-create said look.

Actress Nikki Reed, star in The Twilight Saga: Eclipse series recently graced the red carpet at Teen Vogue Young Hollywood Party in Paramount Studios. mark Celebrity Makeup Artist Mai Quynh shared her expert tips for how to recreate Nikki’s glamorous look. Take a look and recreate on your own!

Face

“To create Nikki’s flawless-looking skin, I began by applying mark Face Xpert Flawless Touch Makeup in Honey with the mark Foundation Brush. I then used mark Good Riddance Hook Up Concealer in Light/Medium under her eyes and around her nose to completely even out her complexion. To create a beautiful rosy glow on the apples of the cheeks, I brushed on mark Just Pinched Instant Blush Tint in Peachy, followed by mark Bronze Pro Bronzing Powder in Bronze with the mark Angled Contour Face Brush. To set the look, I dusted mark Matte-nificent Oil-Absorbing Powder in Honey/Golden to her T-zone area with the mark Kabuki Brush.”

Eyes

“I really wanted to highlight Nikki’s gorgeous brown eyes and make them pop. I first prepped her eyelids with mark Please Hold Eye Primer in Light/Medium to ensure her makeup remained fresh and smear-proof throughout the event. Next, I applied mark I-Mark Custom Pick Eyeshadow in Biscotti to her inner eyelid, as a highlighter, using the mark Hook Up Eyeshadow Brush. I used the same brush to smudge mark I-Mark Custom Pick Eyeshadow in Java along the top lash line and Tiki to the lid and along the bottom lashes. I used the mark Angled Contour Eye Shadow Brush to soften the shadow upwards and into the crease. I finished off the look by rimming her inner lids with mark No Place to Run Longwear Eyeliner in Foxy Brown and applying two coats of mark Make It Big Lash Plumping Mascara in Raven to her lashes.”

Lips

“For her lips, I applied a mix of mark Lots of Lacquer Hook Up Super Color Lip Gloss in Thrill and mark Pro Gloss Hook Up Plumping Lip Shine in Swell to create a natural-looking, subtle shine.”

Fridays with Felicia: An intimate look behind the curtain as I share my favorite style/ beauty discoveries and ThisThatBeauty shenanigans from previous week.

The last few weeks have been (beautifully) brutal! I have been in so many airports that I recently earned the Foursquare “Jet-setter” badge…given to individuals who check into five airports. I was finally able to slow down with a lovely family vacation to Miami and then the Bahamas for a wedding. I had a blast…(see image to the right – Yep, that’s me and Senor Frog in the Bahamas. He’s feeling me…cant you tell?)

Lets kick off “Fridays with Felicia” with an awesome giveaway. After so much buzz over my recent review of Rio De Keratin (RDK) at-home Keratin Treatment, I am thrilled to partner with RDK and offer three lucky ThisThatBeauty readers the opportunity to win the at-home kit that Chrissy raved about in her review. Woot woot!

The deets are as follows…. to enter the contest, you must:

• Follow @ThisThatBeuty and @RDKhair on Twitter
• Leave a comment on my blog with your Twitter handle. This will serve as your contest entry. When I winner is selected I will verify that that individual is a Twitter follower of @ThisThatBeauty and @RDKhair. You will be notified via Twitter. Yay for social media!
• You may earn additional contest entries by Tweeting and ReTweeting the following “Win @RDKhair at home Keratin treatment at www.ThisThatBeauty.com @ThisThatBeauty“.
• There’s no limit to the number of times you may enter the contest.

This contest is open to US residents only and will run through July 18!

Speaking of hair, have you guys checked out Pantene lately? The frugalista friendly mass drugstore line recently revamped their offerings and I’ve got the scoop. had the pleasure of attending an intimate press breakfast presentation and round-table discussion on Pantene’s new launch. Celebrity Stylist for Pantene, Tippi Shorter, and Pantene Senior Scientist, Dr. Jeni Thomas walked through Pantene’s new collections and how the products cater to various hair types. I found the presentation to be especially helpful as selecting the proper products for your hair type/texture is key to achieving the best possible desired results.

Tippi and Jeni Pantene discussed the ins and outs of Pantene’s 4 new recently launched collections which are entirely based on hair structure: Fine, Medium-Thick, Curly and Color-treated.

During the event I had an opportunity to chat one-on-one with Tippi regarding my hair and get her expert advice on which Pantene line would work best for my hair. Hey, if Tippi can keep Alicia Keys’ locks gorgeous, certainly she’s more than qualified to advice lil ol me:) Here I am getting hair scoop from Tippi…

Because my hair is super dry (yet very soft, as per Tippi after giving my locks a quick touch:)) and in need of intense moisture, Tippi recommended that I shampoo with Pantene’s Relaxed and Natural shampoo because it has the highest level of moisture of all of the shampoos. However because my hair is very thick and in need of moisture, Tippi recommended that I condition with the products from the newly launched “Medium/ Thick” collection.

I was anxious to put Tippi’s recommendations to the test. While I am generally a fan of Pantene, I wasn’t extremely hopeful because my hair is currently the driest its been in years and I am about 5 weeks overdue for a relaxer touch-up…which means my coarse crinkly roots are doing serious battle with my straight relaxed ends. Not a pretty situation once wet. Yeouch!

Anyhoo, I followed Tippi’s advice and used the recommended products a few evenings later. Much to my surprise, the Relaxed and Natural shampoo and Medium Thick conditioner combo tackled my seriously dry multi textured hair. The shampoo was great at moisturizing and detangling my hair. After shampooing my hair wasn’t screaming for conditioner…you know what I mean? Sometimes after shampooing the hair feels like its going to disintegrate it doesn’t get a good conditioner, STAT. Well my hair didn’t feel that way after Relaxed and Natural…which is impressive given the fact that I am so overdue for a relaxer and have about two inches of new growth. I followed my shampoo with one of the tiny Medium Thick conditioning ampoules. I was tempted to use more than one ampoule, but wanted to follow the exact directions for an accurate review on ThisThatBeauty.

A few tips for Tippi — Follow product directions exactly! How many of us are guilty of leaving hair products on (especially conditioners) for longer than the directions require. Tippi encourages you follow directions as outlined. Mant times we think we’re getting extra benefits by using more product or leaving it on longer. Tippi says that products are formulated and tested to be effective in a certain amount of time. I applied Tippi’s advise and used the Pantene products as directed…and loved the results! Thanks Pantene and Tippi!

If you follow my tom-foolery via Twiiter you know that the girl loves vino. During the summer months I tend to favor refreshing whites….and sparkling wines are particularly favored. While in Miami I tried a really yummy sparkling wine that I am compelled to share. Mumm Napa Cuvee M is a wonderful semi sweet sparkling white wine. It is describes as: Elegant Light peach rose. Elegant aromas. Rich and complex. Fresh white and yellow stone fruits with subtle hints of wild strawberry. Heady touch of fresh brioche, with hints of vanilla and honey. Flavors of peach and pear combine with a creamy caramel character, on a long, satisfying finish.

Since it Lebron season its only fitting that I feature a Miami-centric event. MAKE UP FOR EVER, the official makeup sponsor for Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Swim, is hosting  “Smudge-Proof Your Make Up” at Sephora South Beach (July 17 from 4-7pm). At the event customers can get their makeup done for FREE before heading out for a night on the town. Please feel free to share this event with your friends in the South Florida area (Clumps of Mascara, I’m looking at you:)).

Try out MAKE UP FOR EVER’s brand new Aqua Cream, a collection of 21 multi-use cream colors for the eyes, lips or cheeks that are 100% waterproof, sweat-proof, melt-proof and crease-proof. Aqua Cream is being used on the models backstage at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim. Stay tuned for daily makeup looks from the runway!

Saturday, July 17th, 2010
4:00pm – 7:00pm
Sephora South Beach
721 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL
(305) 532-0904

Speaking of  smudge proof makeup…how is your makeup holding up in this heatwave? While I love the finish of cream foundation, I must admit that its hard to reach for on a 100+ degree day. Lately I’ve been keeping my complexion balanced with Pur Minerals 4-in-1 Pressed Powder. The product is called 4-in1 because it is a foundation, concealer, powder and SPF 15 all in one. The pressed formulation is perfect for the consumer who enjoys the benefits of mineral but hates the loose mineral mess.

Here’s an application tip: If you apply your pressed powder and feel that the coverage is too matte, give you face a light mist of hydration with Fulvic Mineral Mist. This is a great way to refresh the skin and set your coverage.

As you guys know from last week’s Friday’s with Felicia, I was recently in LA working on a very exciting project with Cover Girl. I also had the opportunity to do makeup for five performing artists (who are also Cover Girl spokeswomen) who appeared live on stage with Queen Latifah at the BET Awards. In the coming weeks I will share additional details on the Cover Girl project which includes a very cool web-series that I am apart of — I do makeup for the women and give them beauty tips along the way. For now, here are a few shots of me and my Cover Girls after I glam’d them up for the red carpet and their on camera appearance with Queen Latifah at the BET Awards:

This one’s for my Twilight fans. *squeal* Actress Julia Jones, one of the newest additions to the Twilight cast, looked stunning at the premiere of The Twilight Saga: Eclipse in LA. mark Celebrity Makeup Artist Jamie Greenberg shares her expert beauty tips on how to recreate Julia’s red carpet look.

Face

“I started by using mark Mist Opportunity Multi-tasking Refresher to prep the face and applied mark For Goodness Face Antioxidant Skin Moisturizing Lotion all over Julia’s skin. Next, I added a touch of mark Get Bright Hook Up Highlighter in Golden under the eye area and mark Get A Tint Tinted Moisturizer Lotion SPF 15 Honey/Golden to even out her complexion. To give her a naturally radiant look, I dusted mark Bronze Pro Bronzing Powder everywhere except for her cheeks. To really emphasize her cheeks, I used a combination of mark Just Pinched Instant Blush Tint in Cheeky and Peachy and then lightly swept mark Glowdacious Illuminating Powder in Amped Up to the apples of her cheeks.”

Eyes

“I began by prepping her eyelids with the mark Please Hold Eye Primer in Medium/Dark to create a strong base for her eye makeup. I then applied a combination of three mark I-mark Custom Pick Eyeshadows to her eyes. I swept Magic across her lids, blended Latte into the crease and added Whisper under the brow bone. To add definition to her eyes, I applied the black shade of mark Keep It Going Longwear Eyeliner and Eyeshadow in Entourage to her top lash line and used the gold shade of mark Keep It Going Longwear Eyeliner and Eyeshadow in Iconic along the lower lash line. I finished her eyes with one coat of mark Scanda-Lash Hook Up Mascara in Blacklash for thickness and a second coat of mark Lash Splash Hook Up Waterproof Mascara in Black to lengthen and hold her lashes for the night.”

Lips

“I prepped Julia’s lips with mark Kiss Dry Goodbye Lip Smoother. To get her bold lip, I applied mark Kissink Lip Tintmarker in Red Siren topped with mark Gloss Gorgeous Stay On Lip Stain in Lolli”

As much as I love makeup, you all know that skincare is number one for me! While my daily regiment currently includes products from several different lines, I can respect the customer who prefers to keep it simple and use a comprehensive collection of products from the same line. When I learned of Dr. Harold Lancer, Beverly Hills dermatologist, and his line of skincare products, I had to share. The Lancer Method is Dr Lancer’s three-step skincare technique.  The Lancer Method follows the guiding principle that skincare does not have to be complicated to be effective. With a simple, daily 3-step program, the LANCERx products offer the efficacy of medical grade ingredients to quickly improve fine lines, texture, discoloration and pore size.

Step 1: Exfoliate – The Lancer RX Polish is an advanced exfoliator, removing dull, dead skin cells and leaving the skin noticeably smoother and more radiant. The natural sea minerals immediately energize the skin without causing redness (even for people with rosacea) and prepare it for effective cleansing.

The three step kit includes your choice of Extremely Pure Cleanser or Exfoliating Blemish Cleanser, Natural Sea Mineral Polish or Blemish Control Polish, and AM/PM Nourishing Treatment. And if celebrity endorsements float your boat, I hear the breathtakingly beautiful Keri Hilson is a fan of Lancer Rx

The only thing better than a great a party is a great party with a purpose. And year after year, my dear friend Melky Jean (baby sis of Wyclef Jean) does just that. Her annual birthday party/ charity gala is legendary. I was recently invited to attend Melky’s party/ fundraiser for her non-profit, Carma Foundation – an organization whose mission is to improve the health of poor and vulnerable women and children in Haiti. Melky has been doing amazing work in her homeland of Haiti. I am honored to support her foundation’s efforts. Here are a few pics from the charity event.

Melky and Wyclef perform

Me @ the gala

Have a beauty-full weekend!

xo, Felicia

When mark. asked Carlos Falchi to help design their newest collection of clothing and accessories Falchi, “knew right away that my home country of Brazil would be the perfect theme. Rio embodies color, vibrancy and spirit, all of which are reflected in this collection. Each piece is unique and incorporates my signature features like the colorful lining of the bags inspired by the Copacabana boardwalk, the Rio ready mini tie finishing, and the unique fabrications.”

The Brazil inspired line, which launched earlier this month, includes a dress, a bikini, two bags, sandals, a reversible hat, a necklace and earrings — with all pieces priced under $40! The designs are fun, youthful, and bright — capturing the spirit of Rio de Janiero.

Brazilian Bazaar Earrings - Available in burnished silver-tone with brown beads and burnished brass with hot pink beads.

Rock to the Bead Necklace – Metal chain with pendant made of stamped metal and plastic beads, available in burnished silver-tone with brown beads and burnished brass with hot pink beads.

Brazilian Beach Bikini - One-of-a-kind print designed by Carlos Falchi exclusively for mark. Both pieces also feature brushed gold-tone ring details used throughout the collection. Available in sizes S–L. Top and bottom sold separately.

Flora Dress – This one-of-a-kind print was designed by Carlos Falchi exclusively for mark. and has a detachable cobalt-colored slip dress—perfect for the beach!

Getaway Reversible Beach Hat - Lightweight and made from 100% cotton canvas. This hat is beach-ready and smartly reversible! One side is black, the other is cobalt blue!

Golden Sandals - Made of faux leather and feature brushed gold-tone ring details used in the entire collection! The sandals have a padded footbed so they won’t hurt your feet! Designed by Carlos Falchi exclusively for mark.

Take me to Rio Bag – Oversized handbag is made of metallic faux leather and features brushed gold-tone ring details. The rounded outside pocket has a magnetic closure that is large enough to fit a cell phone. Inside of handbag contains two 12” zippered pockets. The bag features a zipper closure with pleating detail around the pocket as well as at the bottom seam.

Rio-Ready Mini Bag - Made from metallic faux leather, you can wear this bag two ways—either by tying the two straps together and wearing it across the body or by tying the straps around the waist and wearing it as a waist pouch.  The bag features a fully-patterned lining that mimics Rio’s Copacabana boardwalk!

Written by Erika Belezarian
Creator, Shoes, Shirts & Other Sh!t
http://shoeshirtsandothersht.com

Hey everyone, Erika here from Shoes, Shirts & Other Sh!t…Felicia assigned me to cover the mark. summer 2010 collection preview party in New York City and now I’m here to report back! While the entire summer collection is impressive, here are the hero products from my perspective:

mark. calm & composed super-soothing moisturizer [$15]

This moisturizer is a total lifesaver! With the weather changing, my skin has been acting up like crazy—blotchy, red, break outs. This moisturizer is specifically designed to combat skin redness associated with “flushing, blushing and flare-ups” . It is packed with super foods like oat beta glucan and avocado to help moisturize and hydrate skin. Additionally, the moisturizer contains red algae to help reduce redness, as well as powerful doses of shea butter, tamarind seed extract, green tea extract, guava extract, and caffeine! Lightweight, oil-free and extremely gentle, this moisturizer helps calm my skin and tone down my redness in no time at all!

mark. gloss gorgeous stay on lip stain [$9]

As a card carrying lip gloss worshiper, I am elated to add mark. gloss gorgeous stay on lip stain to my collection. It’s a keeper! mark. gloss gorgeous is a 2-in-1 lip stain/ gloss. Like a lip stain, it is designed to provide color to the lips, and like a gloss it adds hydration and shine! The gloss is comfortable and not sticky, lasts several hours, comes in four gorgeous shades (my favorite is Bella!) and also has a cool clickable applicator and brush tip.

mark. keep it going longwear eyeliner and shadow [$10]

These nifty little duo eyeliner and shadow compacts pack a big punch for a small package. The smooth liner and shadow applies easily, and once dry, stays on for hours…and is waterproof to boot! (Perfect for the beach!) The formula contains vitamin E, so the color will never dry out. Just one minute after applying, the shadow is set and you’re ready to go! Additionally, the crease resistant shadow/liner is ophthalmologist tested and suitable for contact lens wearers! The compacts are available in 5 matte and shimmering shades that can be mixed and matched to create your perfect summer. Expect the formula to last through the sun, sweat, and the sea!

mark. Rio Rhythms & Rio Bikini Fragrances [$18]

Perfume meant to transform any day into an instant vacation! mark. Rio comes in two fabulous scents “Rhythms” and “Bikini”. Rio Bikini is flirty, fun and filled with warm sunshine, sparkles and delicious sensations. The formula contains a bright blend of juicy kiwi, luscious melon, exotic flowers and a drizzle of coconut. Rio Rhythms is an intoxicating oriental blend of jasmine petals, fresh gardenia, warm woods and fragrant vanilla.

With Mother’s Day just around the corner I am presenting a rundown of Mother’s Day gift ideas according to the type of mom (or moms) on your gift list. As we all know, there are many types of moms out there….reserved moms, diva moms, home-body moms, moms who travel a lot, etc. I hope my gift guide helps to spark inspiration for the moms on your Mothers Day gift list!

Is your mom an over-plucker? Many women of a certain age are! If mom is a bit aggressive with the plucking, swap her tweezers for Laura Geller Brow Marker ($23). The soft tip applicator marker makes for easy application that lasts all day. The temporary brow product will not sweat off or wipe off. The product is ideal for women with sparse or virtually no brows. The one-of-a kind thin marker tip applicator creates a look that is soft and natural.

Is mom a nail biter?…constantly picking at her nails and cuticles?..yeouch! Treat mom to GO NAILS ($24.99), a nail and cuticle treatment product formulated to correct damaged nails and strengthen the skin surrounding the nail. Longer, stronger, healthier-looking nails are possible. Mom can easily add GONAILS to her routine because it works safely and effectively over nail polish. Easy peasy! Mom simply needs to apply 1 to 2 pumps of the cream directly on to fingertips then work the cream into nails and cuticles. Each application takes about a second or two per nail…we know that busy moms do not have a lot of time to waste. And for daughters — don’t steal mom’s stash. Get your own GONAILS!

Is mom a frequent flyer? If so, she’s certain to appreciate the gift of Travertine Luxury Travel Essentials ($39.50). The chic and compact travel kit is TSA approved and chock full of the necessary toiletries to get mom through her trip. Mom will adore the luxurious sensory experience of a spa..while on the road. The kit includes: Lavender Botanical Body Wash (2oz.), Tea Tree Protein Shampoo (2.oz), Tea Tree Protein Conditioner (2oz.), Petal Jojoba Body Cream (2oz.), Shea and Nail Cream (.25oz.), TSA compliant re-usable clear zippered pouch, and a pump.

Is mom is search of fuller lashes? If the idea of a prescription strength lash re-growth product is unsettling, consider RapidLash ($49.95), a paraben free eye lash renewal serum that helps promote healthy, natural, lashes and brows. Finally an affordable, over the counter alternative to Latisse. RapidLash claims to improve lash appearance within 3-4 weeks. The lash boosting formula contains a blend of potent poly peptides, proteins vitamins, and rejuvenating agents. Give mom the gift of lush lashes!

Does mom like her pout to pop? X mark’s the spot with mark. Gloss Gorgeous Stay-On Lip Stain. At $9 a pop, gift mom with the entire collection of mark. Gloss Gorgeous Stay-On Lip Stain. This revolutionary new stain/gloss hybrid adds long-lasting natural shine to mom’s lips….its not goopy and uber shiny (Mom probably wouldn’t like that). A single application of gloss imparts a slight sheen that naturally enhances lips. Mom will appreciate the moisturizing formula and spearmint flavor….Ahhh, a soothing yet cooling experience. And I don’t know about your mom but Momma ThisThatBeauty would be totally blown away by the fancy smancy clickable pen with brush tipped applicator. My mom would find the pen feature to be all kinds of impressive! Again, at $9 each, go on ahead and buy the entire collection for mom. With shades like Bare (nude), Lolli (cherry), Pop (coral), and Bella (plum) — Mom is all set and will have a shade for every possible occasion. I wish I could recommend a ThisThatBeauty fav…but I honestly heart them ALL!

Like Aretha, is mom a natural woman? Give mom a fragrance that celebrates the qualities that make a woman distinctive. From the feminine ritual of bathing, to applying fragrance, to selecting lingerie and a dress, Nanette Lepore designed nanette ($48) to be a meaningful part of a women’s ritual. The fragrance embodies sensuality, sophistication and romance. It is a modern blend of amber, incense, and woods.

If mom’s fragrance palette leans toward an artful blend of woody and citrus scents, I highly recommend the fragrance I’ve been wearing for the past few weeks, Annick Goutal Ninfeo mio ($115). This truly intoxicating perfume richly opens with Italian Lemon and citron. From there, bitter orange and lavender take ever. As the scent dries down, it settles into a delightful balance of lemon and wood.

Is mom outspoken? Atelier Cologne Orange Sanguine ($145) isn’t for the reserved mommy type. Oh no! This bold and zesty burst of crushed ripe fruit yearns to dance on the pulse points of a mommy with attitude and spunk. Think: Julia Sugarbaker (God rest her soul) or Kimora Lee Simmons. This fragrance is for the power mom on your Mother’s Day list. The crushed ripe fruit of Orange Sanguine plays off sweet bold orange juice and against bitter orange peel and sensual notes of geranium. The base notes of amber woods, tonka beans, and sandalwood, deliver an easy warmth as the fragrance settles on skin. Overall Orange Sanguine is a fresh, elegant, and classic choice.

Good luck shopping for mom!

xo,

Yvonne’s daughter

Do you desire actress Olivia Wilde’s red carpet look from the FOX 2010 All-Star Party? Well mark celebrity makeup artist Jamie Greenberg shares the deets on recreating Olivia’s look. Listen pretty!

Face

“I started by moisturizing Olivia’s face with mark See Things Clearly Brightening Moisturizer to get an even base.  I then applied mark Get a Tint Tinted Moisturizer Lotion in Ivory/Nude to add some subtle color without using a heavy foundation.  Next, I used mark Get Bright Hook Up Highlighter under her eyes to hide any dark circles and mark Cheat Sheet Shine-Blotters to eliminate shine.  I finished off her face by highlighting her gorgeous cheek bones with mark Glow Xpert Face Shimmer in Champagne Glow and just a hint of color by blending mark Just Pinched Instant Blush Tint in Peachy and Spice onto the apples of her cheeks.”

Eyes

“For her eyes, I blended mark Eyemarker Color On Line in Jet into the lash line, smudging it upwards over the lid as an eyeshadow base.  I then used shades from the mark It Kit (available in February) including mark Ruffle and Latte in the crease and along the lower lash line to make her eyes really pop.  Finally I coated her lashes with two coats of mark Lash Splash Hook Up Waterproof Mascara in Black.”

Lips

“For her lips I used mark Dew Drenched Moisturlicious Lip Color in Skinny Dip and finished off the look with two refreshing pumps of mark Mist Opportunity Multi-tasking Refresher.”