10 Hot Hair Dos for Hot August Nights - #3

Low Slung Messy Side Chignon:

1.  Back comb along crown for volumne

2.  Tie your hair into a off side pony tail low behind one of your ears

3.  Take bobby pins and pin up sections of hair for a messy piecey look

10 Hot Hair Dos for Hot August Nights - #2

High Pony Tail with Bump:

1.  Back comb along your crown

2.  Hair Spray

3.  Poof up to the height you want

4.  Tie up your pony tail to the height you want.

10 Hot Hair Dos for Hot August Nights - #1

Classic Non Snookie Bump:

1.  Back comb along your crown

2.  Hair Spray

3.  Poof up to the height you want

4.  Pin or clamp into place

Quick & Dirty Fun Facts About......"Cakes" (Jenny Garten)

1. I snort when I laugh

2. I love to dance

3. I burst out in song at the most random times.

4. I am addicted to shoes

5. I love spicy good

6. I LOVE a good Chardonny

7. I love MAC Lruby Lipstick

8. I don’t care for sweets

9. Spiders make me scream

10. And my son is my reason for everything I do!

Hollywood Hotties Revlon Favorites!

Jessica Alba’s favorites:

Revlon New Complexion One Step Compact Makeup

Revlon Nail Enamel

Revlon Color Burst Lipstick

Jessica Biel’s Favorites:

Revlon Color Stay Mineral Blush & Mineral Bronzer

Revlon Double Twist Mascara

Revlon Color Stay Mineral Mousse Makeup

 Halle Berry’s Favorites

Revlon Color Stay Mineral Foundation

Revlon Age Defying Spa Foundation

Fabulash Mascara

Revlon Color Stay Mineral Finishing Powder

Revlon Photo Ready Makeup

NARS Cosmetics - The Look of Summer 2010

The NARS Summer 2010 Campaign was created and photographed by NARS Founder and Creative Director François Nars. Once again, François turned to his dear friend Amber Valetta and transformed her, drawing inspiration from longtime muse Catherine Deneuve’s portrayal of Sèverine in the movie Belle de Jour.

Look created by: François Nars, Founder and Creative Director of NARS Cosmetics

Face:
Apply the NARS Makeup Primer, followed by NARS Fiji Sheer Matte Foundation.

For a fresh finish he set it with NARS Eden Loose Powder.
NARS Orgasm Illuminator was applied to her cheeks, forehead and center of the chin to give her skin a subtle radiance.

Then apply NARS Enchanted Cream Blush on the cheeks, followed with NARS Orgasm Blush blended toward the temples to further highlight the complexion.

Eyes:
Apply the iridescent ocean-blue shade of NARS Burn It Blue Duo Cream Eyeshadow to the eyelid, blending upwards toward the base of the brow bone.

Left side of NARS Pandora Duo Eyeshadow across the lid.
Brushed the rich teal shade of NARS Cleo Duo Eyeshadow into the crease.

Eyebrows were defined with NARS Blondie Single Eyeshadow, using the NARS Brow Brush.

He lined the eyes with NARS Mambo Eyeliner Pencil followed by NARS Nuits Blanches Eyeliner creating a full lash line. NARS Larger Than Life Lengthening Mascara finished the look.

Lips:
NARS Angélique Pure Sheer SPF Lip Treatment and topped them off with NARS Love Devotion Lipstick

VIP-CAT Bride

Image ProvoCateur, is the only place you need for all your Bridal needs. 

We have created a place for everything a bride needs. From the engagement photos, to the hair and makeup on location for the day of the event, we will be there for you every step of the way. 

Our salon is located in the heart of Roseville, created just for you. We cater to your every need, from the shade of your hair to the tips of your sculpted nails, we are the Image Central. We offer services in hair and makeup for the day of, hair color and design, facials and waxing, sculpted acrylic nails, photography and even massage. We were created to make your day special, that is why we are here. 

Our brides are what matter to us, we have been making their wedding days special for over five years with our VIP-CAT Cosmetics team of makeup artists and hair stylists. At our salon we have only expanded those same qualities to cover all the fields to beautify you for your very special day. 

Come in for a Trial Run of makeup and hair, so you can start envisioning the look you have always dreamed. Book your wedding and receive all your Salon services at a special discount just for you because you are our bride. 

Trust your appearance to us and you will be the most radiant bride to walk down the aisle and every eye will watch you as you make your way into your bright future.

Visit us at our location in Old Roseville at 232 Vernon Street, Roseville, CA 95678, 

call us at (916) 474-5578 

or check us out on the web at www.vipcatbride.com.

Photos Provided by True Love Photo, Dana Photography & Jacqueline Photography

8 Steps to a Smokey Eye

What you need:

Black Eye Shadow - MAC or NYX

Highlighter Shadow - VIP-CAT Gold on White

Black Liquid Eye Liner - Wet & Wild Black

Mascara - Cover Girl Lash Blast

Eye Shadow Brush - VIP-CAT or MAC

Blending Brush - VIP-CAT Rock's Special Brush

1. Place the highlight directly under the eyebrow on the brow bone. With a light tapping motion, place the highlight. Work from the inside corner of the eye, toward the arch of the brow, stopping at the outside edge of the brow.

2.  Apply the light shadow over the entire lid, leaving the crease empty.

3. Choose a medium-sized eye shadow brush for the shadow portion of the application. Press black shadow into the outer edge of the crease.  DO NOT take it past your pupil towards the inner part of your eye.

4.  Blend out into the crease softening the edge.

5.  Using an angled liner brush apply the Liquid Eye liner to the upper lid. On yourself make sure you lift your brow high to give a smoother application and line. Start at the outside edge of the eye and feather in towards the inside corner of the eye. Eye liner application is best done in fluid, consistent strokes.

6. Holding the wand horizontally, apply mascara from underneath the upper lashes, working from the base of the lashes to the tips. Apply evenly from the tear duct to the outer corner.

7.  Re-load the wand and apply mascara to the lower lashes, working from the base to the tips. If thicker lashes are desired, apply a second coat of mascara.

8.  The smokey eye requires a stronger brow then a more natural eye. Using an angled brush, use a shadow that is the same color as your hair, choosing a shade lighter than your hair. Using the angled brush start filling in your brow with small upward, hair like flicks, working your way towards your arch. At the arch continue filling in the brow using longer more fluid motions down the length of the brow’s tail.

10 Sexy Hair Tips - #9

Tip #9. For a quick change to your every day look, try adding clip in extensions. They can be any color you can imagine, they will add some pop and pizazz without the huge commitment of actually dying your hair.

10 Sexy Hair Tips - #8

Tip #8. For a quick and easy style, you can do a fast updo. 

Tease the hair around the crown of your head with a fine-tooth comb, then spray with of hair spray. 

Next, brush the hair to smooth it out a bit, do not go down to your roots, as this will get rid of any of the teasing you did, and then pull everything back into a high, loose bun. 

Pull a few pieces to fall around your face and viola! You have a rocking, sexy, simple updo.

10 Sexy Hair Tips - #7

Tip #7. Don't brush too soon. When blowdrying your hair, separate tangles with fingers until hair is about 80 percent dry then brush. You want to make sure your fingers glide through hair effortlessly before introducing a brush to wet or even damp hair. If you don't you will stretch and snap off strands of hair.

10 Sexy Hair Tips - #6

6.Use hot rollers. These babies add volume to even the heaviest or flattest hair. Place them in three rows, rolled back away from your face. They will add volume and even help control hair with frizz.

Sexy Hair Tips - #5

Tip #5. Dirty hair is easier to style. Weird, but true. It's more manageable and has better texture that will hold the curls and shape of any looking you are trying for. If you have to wash your hair everyday, you can sprinkle a little bit of baby powder into your hair to give it a better texture.

Sexy Hair Tips - #4

Tip #4. Try not to wash your hair every day. I know, sounds pretty crazy, especially to those of you with more oily hair. It's true you might be scared of turning into a grease ball, but the truth is, you're over washing your hair. Try spreading it out to every other day, your hair will adjust and adapt. It will stop producing so much sebum. If you find it hard to spread out your washings, use a little bit of baby powder. It will absorb the oils and brush right out of her hair.

Sexy Hair Tips - #3

Tip #3. Choose and use the right products for your hair. Using a shampoo that is Sulfate Free will keep your hair from getting dull from product build up. In doubt on what to use? Our suggestion: Enjoy's Sulfate Free Shampoo, works on all hair types, won't strip your color and removes all that product build up that has been weighing your do down.

Quick & Dirty Fun Facts About...Arrvada
1. When I was little I had an imaginary horse named Blacky
2. I used to eat Cheerios with orange juice instead of milk
3. I write to do lists for fun
4. I think sharks are the most beautiful creatures in the world
5. I am double jointed
6. I can not cook to save my life
7. I think the Snuggle bear is evil
8. I hate cooked coconut
9. I was a roller derby girl for like a minute
10. I always carry a tape recorder, my laptop and a note book with me wherever I go.

Stylist of the Month - Debye Martin

Here's a little bit about myself:

When I was 12 I taught myself to sew. From there it blossomed into a passion for fashion and beauty, which soon led me into Cosmetology. In high school my fellow classmates decided I needed a makeup lesson. This turned out to be a launching into the beauty industry.

I began modeling with a local agency in Denver, Colorado. There I learned more from some European pros that came to instruct us into the proper makeup applications. In the early 90's I decided to futher my career in the Cosmetology industry.

First, I completed my licensing as a manicurist. I had a small business in downtown Sacramento. This had opened a whole new world to me. But, I wanted more so continued my education and got my license in Cosmetology. I was never one to be satisfied and soon found myself pushing it to the next level and became an Cosmotology Instructor at a local Beauty Academy. Being a instructor and giving back to the industry I love has been so rewarding.

I worked at a local salon in the Carmichael area where I learned from some of the best in the industry. There is where I learned more about taking the proper care of your skin. As a baby boomer I have learned the importance of taking care of your skin. This is one of the areas I plan to expand here at Image Provocateur. I've also done many weddings as a event planner and makeup artist.

In the business world I have been a Vice President for a printing direct mail house in Reno area. The corporate world has some satisfaction. But, this industry has brought me more joy and fulfillment. So, being at Image Provocateur & VIP-Cat Academy is like being home. The joy I receive from helping others is a dream come true.

My motto is: " here at Image Provocateur glamor is our business. So let us take care of all your beauty needs. Enjoy the ultimate experience that will unleash the Vixen which lives within all of us".....

Debye is an integral part of the Image Provocateur Team, she is a Lead Bridal Makeup & Hair Specialist, as well as on-sight instructor.

Top 10 Must Do's for Sultry Summer Beauty!

1. Use a sunscreen on your face.

2. Stay-proof your eye makeup. For long lasting shadow, don't use eye cream. Use a eye primer this helps keep the shadows from creasing. The primer helps the shadow to cling to so it lasts longer.

3. Drink 64 ounces of water daily.

4. Always clean your face daily. Cleanse tone and moisturize.

5. Clean your makeup brushes weekly. They carry bacteria as well as muddying up your finished look.

6. Stop shine add glow. Use blotting papers to get rid of that unsightly "I'm hot". If you need to perk up your makeup too, blot first, and then follow up with a dusting of pressed powder. This takes away that shine but leaves the summer glow.

7. Switch out thick lipsticks. Try using different color of gloss or tinted lip balm for that natural lip.

8. Use waterproof mascara.

9. Go sheer on the face. Switch to sheer versions of your go-to lip and eye hues.

10. Lighten up on your face makeup. Swap foundations for tinted moisturizer. These sheer formulas look and feel airier on skin and are less likely to turn cakey on steamy days.

Mystic Cinema: Bringing a little bit of Hollywood to Roseville!

It's not really easy to describe Mystic Cinema. It's all about movies, good movies from all eras, brought back to the big screen for your entertainment. How they they describe themselves is pretty simple, so I'll let them do the honors:

"We've got a thing for classic movies and vintage theaters. The only problem was that we couldn't find any vintage theaters that played classic movies this side of Sacramento. Well, after we finished our bitching and moaning, we decided to do something about this travesty and it wasn't long before Mystic Cinema was born."

Tower Theater Roseville"This is way more than a theater. It's a culture. It's an experience. It's a movement!! It's a time warp!!! It's a hallucination!!!! It's....ummm, scratch that last one. Got a bit carried away there.
You might be thinking that that is pretty amazing in and of itself, but we didn't stop there. No sir-ee Bob! We just kept right on trail blazing and gave the power to the people by letting them VOTE on what movies are shown. That's right, you decide!"

They are putting the power in your hands. You want to see a classic movie for the first time on the big screen? Well, get over their their website and cast your vote! You just might get to see your favorite movie the way it was supposed to be seen. On the big screen!

Willy WonkaMystic Cinema is located on Vernon St. at the Roseville Tower Theatre. Movies are only shown a few times a month so keep posted on what is up and coming by following them on Facebook and Twitter.

Currently they only show movies on one day and one day only. But lucky you they are showing movies on 2 (count them) TWO Dates in June!

Blazing SaddlesJune 18th they will be playing:
BEN HUR at 2pm & at 10pm
Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory at 7pm.

Then on June 25th they will be playing:
Blazing Saddles at Midnight

You now know exactly where to find me on those dates! That's right, front row center!

Stay Updated and follow them on

Facebook Facebook/Mystic Cinema
Twitter twitter/mysticcinema
or on their Website: www.MysticCinema.com

Image Provocateur got the Cover of Real Weddings!

Sierra Style Magazine's

Summer Issue of
Real Weddings
Will Feature
Hair & Makeup by
Image Provocateur &
VIP-CAT Cosmetics

The Cover of this season's Real Weddings Magazine features the stunning Sarah Sutton, a Real Life Bride. Sarah just happened to be OUR Real Life Bride.

Our Wonderful Makeup Artist, Jenifer Haupt had the privilege of doing Sarah's hair and makeup on her wedding day. So you can imagine how thrilled we were to find out that we had been teamed up with Sarah once again for the fabulous photo shoot with Real Weddings.

It was a fun and fast paced day at the beautiful Citizen Hotel in Sacramento. Three Real Life bride's were the subjects, each one paired with a team of artists to do their hair & makeup.

The wonderful Beth Baugher of True Love Photo took the three of them singly and together to capture some amazing shots.

All three of the beautiful brides will be featured on the Summer Edition of Real Weddings, but the Fall Issue will feature Sarah by herself as the Cover Model Contest Winner.

The Artists of Image Provocateur were honored to once again be a part of this amazing contest and thrilled to be the team that won the cover!

Real Weddings www.realweddingsmag.com
True Love Photo www.truelovephoto.com
Image Provocateur www.vip-cat.com