Katy Perry and Rihanna at the 2013 Grammy’s

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Katy Perry at 2013 Grammy Awards

Of all the looks from last night’s Grammy Awards, two stood out above all others: Katy Perry and Rihanna.

Both are known to rock makeup that’s always on point, so if you’re looking for the latest trends in color- their faces will show you the way. Smokey shadow in dark shades have been replaced by shimering nudes and neutrals. Gone are the days where a dark shadow is applied from lash line up to the crease to create drama, it’s all about a lighter mix of shadows accented with black liner on the top and bottom lash line. Long lashes are always on-trend (they used full strip false lashes) but if that isn’t your thing just alternate curling with 4 or so coats of mascara waiting for each coat to dry in between. You’ll still get a longer, flirty effect that’s more dramatic than a day look.

Used on Katy Perry:

Rimmel London: ScandalEyes Waterproof Kohl Kajal Eyeliner in black, Glam’Eyes Eyeshadow Trio in “Orion,” with ScandalEyes Shadow Stick in “Bulletproof Beige” on her browbone. For her skin she mixed 1/3 Rimmel London BB Cream in Light with 2/3 Match Perfection Foundation in Nude and Lasting Finish Soft Colour Mono Blush in “Pink Rose” for her cheeks. Her nude lip look was 1000 Kisses Lipliner in Natural with their “Crush” lipstick on top.

Katy Perry at 2013 Grammy Awards

Katy Perry at 2013 Grammy Awards

For behind the scenes photos of Rihanna, follow her friend and Makeup Artist Mylah Morales on Instagram HERE and prepare to be totally mesmerized by the fly-on-the-wall look at Rihanna and other celebs prepping for the cover shoots we see only when they’re complete. I love the pics she posts- you have to check her out!

Rihanna at 2013 Grammy Awards

                                    Rihanna at 2013 Grammy Awards

Kitty Litter Facial

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You don’t have to resort to using kitty litter on your face to get squeaky clean pores and a spa-quality facial although the 750,000+ people who have watched YouTuber Michelle Phan’s video (below) might be doing just that. Apparently cats crap on bentonite clay which is also great for the skin so I use it too but in the form of Aztec Secret Healing Clay Mask which is only $5 a pound and actually meant to be on the skin and not at the bottom of a cat box.

Either way, check out her video and decide for yourself- would you actually use kitty litter on your face?

Elta MD UV Clear SPF 46

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Elta MD

I ended up loving the Elta MD sunscreen that Dr. Pacheco gave me a sample of after my laser treatment so much that I bought it at my follow up visit. I bought the UV Clear SPF 46 which is moisturizing but still light weight and designed for temperamental skin. I tend to stay away from SPF over 35 because I feel like it’s too heavy, but I think this is one of the best daily sunscreens I’ve tried. It’s lighter than Obagi Healthy Skin SPF 35 that I used for a long time (but can’t seem to find anymore) and less expensve (around $29 with free shipping HERE at Dermstore.com) It’s also a safe formulation using zinc and not chemicals. Don’t just take my word though, there are 300+ raves on Dermstore from people who swear by it too.

Elta MD

                Elta MD UV Clear SPF 46

Harper is 8 Months Old

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Happy 8 month birthday to our little Harper. This past month she has learned to give kisses and hugs, sit (mostly) on her own, eat wonderful things I make her like quinoa and veggies, and interact really well with her surroundings. She’s happier playing with people over any sort of toy. She’ll still fight a nap every now and again, which is fine. She’s actually asleep in my arms right now because she keeps waking up when I set her in her crib. We’ve logged quite a few hours in this rocker of hers.

She’s our little buddy who goes everywhere with us and a total and complete joy.

Happy 8 months sweet Harper!!

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Beyoncé at the Inauguration

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Mally and Beyonce

Beyoncé looked so great at the inauguration didn’t she? She’s actually a really good friend of mine, but she doesn’t know that because we’ve never met. But those are just details. The equally lovely Mally, her Makeup Artist and the creator of a popular makeup line was the one who created her look for the big day. She was kind enough to spill the secrets on how to get Bey’s look which I’ve detailed below straight from her.

Mally and Beyonce

· To first set the skin, apply my Perfect Prep Poreless Primer all over the face and my Cancellation Concealer directly underneath the eyes.

· To achieve natural-looking coverage, first, apply my Ultimate Performance Liquid Foundation. Next, add a sweep of my NEW Diamond Unpowder that will illuminate the skin followed by brushing on my Effortless Airbrush Highlighter and Blush Duo to the cheeks in order to provide a soft, radiant glow to the skin.

· To achieve a rich, smokey eye – try my Evercolor Shadow Stick in Saddle Shimmer. Apply this all over the eyelid and underneath as well. Next, select a few shades from the Mally Beauty In the Buff Palette and sweep that onto the eyelids. Finish the look by applying a small amount of my Age Rebel Shadow Stick in Chocolate Diamond on the bottom lid right under your eyelashes to open up the eye followed by using my Lightwand Eyebrightener to the inner corners to instantly brighten this area. Lastly, to achieve this bold eyeliner at-home, try using the Mally Beauty Evercolor Starlight Eyeliner in Midnight, layered with the Ultimate Performance Ink Eyeliner (which is exclusive to QVC.com).

· Compliment this confident eye by pairing it with a mascara that will enhance the overall look – such as the Mally Beauty Volumizing Mascara and/or my NEW Instant Impact Mascara. To create glossy, Beyoncé worthy lips try my High Shine Lip Gloss in Mally’s Look or Mally’s Baby.

· And last but not least, before you leave the house, apply the Mally Beauty Face Defender to lock your makeup in place and Perfect Prep Hydrating Under Eye Brightener to make the eyes pop!

- Mally