Friday, May 31, 2019

Recap: The Makeup Show NYC 2019


The Makeup Show NYC, held on May 5th and 6th at the Metropolitan Pavilion, welcomed more indie brands this year as well as over 130 educational opportunities for makeup artists through seminars, panels, forums, momentum series (look & learn sessions), hands on sessions and the first ever Danessa Myricks International Stage. The International stage featured makeup artists from all around the world, showcasing their craft using Danessa Myricks Beauty.

There were also plenty of discounts from exhibiting brands, including MAKE UP FOR EVER, NYX Professional Makeup, Rodial, Benefit Cosmetics, Inglot and more!

Check out some of the featured makeup artists below as well as favorite highlights from the show.

Check out my recap from The Makeup Show NYC press preview for new product launches and James Vincent's picks! 

Artistry by Pepe Gutierrez from Mexico, at the International Stage



Artistry by Vanessa Davis from England, at the International Stage

Aristry by Lorcan Jude Devaney from Ireland, at the International Stage

International Stage, sponsored by Danessa Myricks Beauty

Artistry by Toshi Salvino



Twinmedix has launched the new Pro: Refine Collection, including a Toner in Lavender, Lemon Grasse and Rosewater scents, Charcoal Beauty Detox, Moisturizer, Eye Corrector and more.

INGLOT Lab skin care line including a micellar water, day serum and night serum

Just launched! MÄ€SK CBD-infused sheet masks: ageless, luminouss and spotless


Leaders Cosmetics offers a variety of sheet masks including calming + soothing Too Much Fun in the Sun to Good Hair Don't Care! Shine Hair. They have sheet masks for the face, hands + feet and hair!



Rodial offered some seriously good discounts on products priced as low as $3 - $5, including their sheet masks!

Perricone MD offered 75% off retail and featured the No Makeup Foundation and No Makeup Foundation Serum

Cotz sunscreen products including an SPF 40 sheer matte facial primer and an SPF 40 sunscreen for face & body 

Urban Decay Heavy Metal glitter eyeliner


Stila Beauty Boss Lip Gloss



Bana Cosmetics eyeshadow palettes


MAKE UP FOR EVER: customized your own palettes


Melanie Mills Hollywood Gleam Body Radiance makeup, moisturizer and glow all in one for face and body

Marmalade nails with gorgeous details and designs for short (1-4 days) and long (up to 14 days) wear






rephr sampled their new brushes (handmade in Japan) at the show. Launching on Kickstarter June 10th!

Bdellium Tools brushes in lavender + gold and cobalt + rose gold



- Kim Weling

Monday, May 27, 2019

Recap: The Makeup Show NYC 2019 Press Preview


During The Makeup Show NYC Press Preview on May 4th, James Vincent, The Makeup Show's Director of Artistry and Education, walked us through highlights for this year's show as well as must-have beauty products and new launches. 

Right after the press preview was The Makeup Show brunch, which included an introduction to the talented makeup artists taking part in the first ever Danessa Myricks International Stage. 

Guests also got the first glimpse at the captivating FACES photo gallery by Matthew Jordan Smith.

Here are some of the beauty must-haves discussed during the preview:
  • Alcone Company Makeup Remover and Makeup Sponges, and Powder Puffs
  • Ardell Remy Lashes
  • B3 Astraea Facial Oil
  • Crown Pro Matte Lipstick in shade Felony
  • Color Street Nail Strips
  • Danessa Myricks Illuminating Veil 
  • LimeLife by Alcone Take a Hont Sheer Lipstick
  • MAKE UP FOR EVER Skin Equalizer Primer, HD High Definition Microfinish Powder, Ultra HD Invisible Cover Foundation (also an extra thank you to MAKE UP FOR EVER for sponsoring the press preview tote bag, with matching LIFE IS A STAGE small pouch and mirror
  • Melanie Mills Hollywood Gleam Body Radiance makeup, moisturizer and glow all in one for face and body
  • Natasha Denona Blush & Glow - Powder #01 Light / Blush Golden Coral
  • NYX Cosmetics Fill & Fluff Eyebrow Pomade Pencil which includes a paddle brush for fluffing and blending
  • Perricone MD Hypoallergenic Nourishing Moisturizer 
  • Smashbox Photo Finish Primer Oil
  • Stila Glitter & Glow Liquid Eye Shadow - Dollish
  • TwinMedix Pro:Refine Collection including a Toner in Lavender, Lemon Grasse and Rosewater scents, Charcoal Beauty Detox, Moisturizer, Eye Corrector and more
  • Urban Decay Brow Endowed Brow Volumizer Primer + Color in Gingersnap




















- Kim Weling

Tuesday, May 21, 2019

Paul Smith Sample Sale | 5/21 - 5/26/19


Paul Smith Sample Sale 
Shop menswear, women's, and kid's items at prices up to 75% off retail.

About the Brand: Paul Smith
"Paul Smith is Britain's foremost designer. He is renowned for his creative aesthetic, which combines tradition and modernity. Each Paul Smith design is underpinned by a dry British sense of humour: quirky but not frivolous, eccentric but not silly. Happily positioned between high fashion and formalwear, while taking reference from both, Paul Smith has always been proud to stand apart."

151 Wooster Street
(Btwn Houston & Prince Street)
NY, NY 10012
W/R Train to Prince St.
C/E Train to Spring St
B/D/F/M Train to Broadway/Lafayette

May 21st - May 26th
Tuesday : 11am-8pm
Wednesday - Saturday : 10am-8pm
Sunday : 10am-5pm