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Posted on June 7, 2012 by Charmie Stryker
It’s official bold brows are back! Daily upkeep with eyebrows allow us to look instantly groomed. From shaping to defining, these steps should be part of your brow upkeep routine. It’s important to always comb before we pluck allowing us to distinguish which hairs are considered stray. Follow the ABC alignment to determine where brows [...]
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Posted on June 2, 2012 by Charmie Stryker
This weekend switch it up a little by adding new color or even removing color to your face, lips, or eyes. Sometimes less is more, that’s why we’re loving the cat-eye look using a bronze liner instead of black. It still makes an impact without the hard lines so its perfect for daytime. Summer colors [...]
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Posted on May 21, 2012 by Charmie Stryker
Summertime is the time of year where you spend the most time outdoors such as pool parties, picnics, and festivals. It can be a challenge when it comes to makeup application because many formulas tend to melt causing uneven streaks and creases. Going Au’natural is the best way to go, but for outings where you prefer [...]
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Posted on May 15, 2012 by Charmie Stryker
Here at Rae Cosmetics, we have been very lucky to work with amazing bridal parties and lots of lovely brides on their special day. Their energy is contagious and our studio couldn’t be more excited to send them off with their fresh faces forward to face the day! We are thrilled when they send us pictures from [...]
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Posted on May 12, 2012 by Charmie Stryker
For the past few weekends and much more weekends to come, our calendars have been filled with wedding makeup applications. Wether it’s just the bride or the entire bridal party, our top 2 priorities are to apply makeup that enhance, not cover your natural features and to apply makeup that lasts. Let’s admit, the weather [...]
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Posted on May 8, 2012 by Charmie Stryker
As we all know, moms can be difficult to shop for. How do you gift someone who has given you so much more? There is not a one-size fits all gift, so keeping gifts personal is key. We came up with a few different gift ideas that could fall in numerous categories. For starters, our [...]
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Posted on April 27, 2012 by Charmie Stryker
The live music capital of world has also become quite a mecca for dining and shopping. Being a business based in Austin with locations outside of Texas, we understand the importance of supporting local and national businesses. Here are a few of our favorite places to dine and shoparound Austin. It was tough to narrow down and we’re continually discovering hidden [...]
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Posted on April 21, 2012 by Charmie Stryker
Happy weekend everyone! Accessories can make an outfit and lately we’re loving head scarves paired with bold lips. Toss your hair in a loose bun, wrap a fun scarf, smooth on some lip color and ta-da! You’ve got that easy summer afternoon look that’s effortlessly chic. As makeup artists we understand that sometimes less is more specially [...]
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Posted on April 17, 2012 by Charmie Stryker
How is everyone’s week so far? At the Rae studio, we believe in living in the moment. You don’t always need a reasoning behind everyday pleasures. That’s why we say it’s ok to make excuses for yourself! We all do it, like the time you had to go shopping because the weather warmed up, or [...]
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Posted on April 13, 2012 by Charmie Stryker
Love is in the air, which also means weddings galore! As makeup artists we’re fortunate enough to have weekends filled with glowing brides coming in for their bridal makeup. We can’t explain how exhilarating it is for us to make you feel your prettiest on the best day of your life. We really appreciate the thank you [...]
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