International Womens Day

One of Mulain's favourite days of the year.....Yes we are celebrating 100 years of International Womens Day....it's not gimmicky at all my darlings but a real chance to embrace being a woman and think about all the wonderful ones that are in your life....from Grandmas, to sisters, to friends, to female entertainers, politicians, activisits....they all influence our lives in some form....so take stock today and think how special most are...in whatever role they play....Mulain

Make-up genius Pat Mcgrath .....

Singing legend Asha Bhosle

Wangari Maathari 2004 Nobel Peace Prize Winner

An American female soldier in action....

A Ladakhi mother......

Actress and humanitarian Audrey Hepburn

Aung San Suu Kyi

Mrs. O....

La Streep

fat mu fave MUse Nomita Morrison...

"Women belong in the house....and the Senate!" - unknown author

"Never let the hand you hold, hold you down" - unknown author

"Remember, Ginger Rogers did what Fred Astaire did, but backwards and in High Heels! - Faith Whittlesey

The thing women have yet to learn is that noone gives you power. You just take it." - Roseanne Barr

Trending- Block Colours

Mu Natasha just finished doing a shoot where the theme was block colours and to the rescue came Ben Nye's Lumiere creme colour palette and their Lumiere grande colour palette.

Beautiful and vibrant block colours in a variety of hues to create any look you want. Use a creme colour all over lid, get the desired shape and top and set with the powder from the grande colour palette. Be-autiful!

For the lips was lovely 'Morange'- a bright orange and 'Girl about Town' - a hot pink from MAC

Rest of the face was kept clean and sculpted so the colours could pop! fun!!

Try your own take on wearable block colours this season... so in and so cool!!!

Mx

Ben Nye's Bronzing Body Tint

What a product this truly is, Mulain never ceases to be amazed by this one. In pro class today we worked on tanning / bronzing make-up looks...great class, lots of product mixing and looks created from natural tan to full on glamour bronzing....tried lots of textures and products but all the MU-ettes loved the Body Tint for it's ease of use and it's finish...lovely and light and such a natural finish...great for film work as well as fashion. Pour some into a little bowl and with a small sponge (we like a small round bath one) apply it on the areas you need...work quickly as it dries fast so watch out for tide marks...may take a bit of practice but it's worth it. Also don't forget ears too my friends...can't have a lovely tanned look with pale ears protruding....if in Bombay head to New Beauty Centre to pick some up...for others in our global village try any professional make-up centre. Ben Nye rocks!

Have a great weekend my dears...relax, rejuvenate, recreate, reinvent...you know what to do...M x

Solid blocks of colour!

Solid colours are all the latest fashion. So why not team up your clothes with block coloured make-up! Contrast colours for a stunning look...... go for a bold orange/ red/ coral/ fushia /black statement mouth.... with clean sculpted skin and nude eyes... or if a strong mouth isn't your thing.... opt for block bold matte colours on the eyes.... either over the entire lid or even just in the socket line...... feeling bold and want drama? play up both with colour, keeping one feature a tad bit more subdued than the other for a more glamourous take on it...( it is real life after all.....)

For all of you in India... Holi is around the corner too... what better time to have this be in fashion! .... get out your make-up kit and start colouring in!

Have fun mes cheries and look at the images for inspiration should you need it....

Mx

5 MAC eye shadows to have in your kit!

After bridal class today MU Virginia and I sat down and wrote down a few shadows we think add huge creative value to your kits....buy them individually or as refills for your MAC palette and you won't regret it....fat mu's ultimate favourite WOODWINKED and now adding........ROMP, PHLOOF, DAZZLELIGHT, SAMOA SILK.

Woodwinked always in our kits....

Dazzlelight by MAC, like MU Virginia's Kubrik inspired photo...:)?

Samoa Silk..such a lovely soft matt finish...lovely as a base shadow or to blend away..

Phloof is frosty but 'classy' at the same time, great to pop your eye make-ups....

Romp...little bit like woodwinked, slightly earthier, more depth.....

Always remember to have fun with your make-ups!!!

These lovely 5 shadows will work with your neutral make-ups, your bridals, your fashion events...subtle but dazzling at the same time...really help you sculpt the eyes.

Have fun my friends....Mulain x

Oscars 2011

So I think we all agree this years Oscars were a bit blah..... not only the mood, the show but also the general look.

The Oscars are about the best films, actors, technicians but also about fashion... and everyone tunes in not only to see the show, the stars but also what they're wearing and who's style stands out more than others.

This year... the only word that comes to mind is Generic glamour... sure there were a few lovelies... there always are.. but did anyone really put themselves out there to create a statement?Nah!... but even so we've picked a few faves from the lot who we think made an effort... however subtle.

Halle Berry- How beautiful is she?? and dont think she ever ages!! Lovely neutral sophisticated make-up topped with that fabulous rocker hair style .... brown eyeshadow and nude lips - classy chic to complement her cream coloured gown.

Scarlett Johanssen - We love the gal for all the different looks she always manages to carry off so beautifully..... lovely deep fuschia/ pruple lace gown ... topped with gorgeous brown/orange eyeshadow (love the contrast of colours used), beautifully applied to complement the look perfectly...

Mila Kunis- Stunning lavender dress.. that was thankfully not matched with lavender eyeshadow, instead complemented with a beautiful brown eye make-up and a hint of pink on the lips and cheeks... very sexy and pretty at the same time.

Mandy Moore- nude gown, nude make-up, lots of mascara and a popping orangey coral mouth that we loved. Great combo.

Michelle Williams - Love the hair do... the white dress... the almost nude make-up... but love the hint of blue eyeshadow under her lower lashline... subtle but works... keeping in with the theme of 'Blue Valentine' you think??

Anne Hathaway - Last but not least..... not sure about the hosting or all the dresses but she looked especially lovely in her red carpet gown, which was red, with striking red lipstick to match ( good 'ol classic- always a winner!) and red nail colour!

Who were your red carpet faves? Mulain would love to know... so do drop me a line...

Muah

M x

And the Oscar for best Make-up goes to....

Rick Baker in action.....

Dave Elsey and the legendary Rick Baker!!!!

Obviously lots of Oscar excitement this am....The King's Speech team must be super excited and still celebrating....well done Colin Firth (all the MUs love him)...and we are closely looking at make-up looks and outfits blah blah...but of course also Mulain's first interest was who won Best Make-up...Rick Baker and Brit / Australian Dave Elsey for the critically acclaimed Wolfman. So all the MUs will be wanting to watch this one to see their make-up magic. Just how many Oscars has Rick Baker won?

M x

Smoke it up!

Always wanted to do a smokey eye but not quite sure how? Then come along to our 'Smoke it up' workshop tomorrow from 3-5 pm at the fat mu academy... and learn the tips and tricks of the pros to create that perfect smokey eye that will make people wonder if you have your own personal make-up artist at home!

What do you need? Nothing... just oodles of enthusiasm..... we provide everything from products to brushes, but you can bring in your own make-up should you wish- the choice is yours!

Cost? Rs 1000 only!

Where? fat mu academy, Gazebo house, 133 Hill road, Bandra west.

Hope to see you!

Muah

Mx

8 hr cream!

Yes we know that there are major global movements going on right now...Earthquakes, countries's political systems / dictatorships dissolving, certain warships on the move but hello!....it's Oscar time!!!..... Hollywood gearing up for the biggest night of the year so let's not focus too much on the gloom and doom and check out the pizazz and circus around LA right now! Mulain is imagining the prep that is going on behind the scenes ... actresses hitting the spas / surgeons / skin specialists...a mad house for sure.....these ladies HAVE to look fantastique...the ultimate showcase. Can't wait to see who wins best make-up and who looks good / bad blah blah....actually Mulain is just hoping it's fun to watch and not too 'perfect'...we are looking for a bit of orginality this year....it's quite dull when everyone looks too good. Anyway...watch this space we'll write up as soon as the show starts.

Mulain's tip for any of these actresses is keep Elizabeth Arden's 8 Hour Cream on standby...just in case any outbreaks happen....dry patches, irritations...MU Natasha's skin went crazy last week....combination of too much A/C, Bombay pollution, hard work, eating and sleeping patterns all over the place (it's tough being a make-up artist you know!)....so last weekend she applied the 8 hour all over her face at night and voila it did the trick...in fact me and MU Virginia noted she has never looked better.

So if you're a pro you probably already have it...if you don't...it's a kit MU-st have my friends.....and for any of you out there non-pro...grab it anyway....it really, really is a god-send!

M x

Theatrical characters...

Fabulous Clown White!

Super White powder to set the Clown White...added intensity...

Work station in action...refs for inspirations...SHAPES / COLOURS / TEXTURES

...live from the fat mu academy....ok class assessment is on and Mulain is with MU Virginia in class watching the batch 4 MU-ettes in action. All came in this morning and were given their creative briefs for their theatrical characters / performers....we have Show Girls / Christina Aguilera / Chinese Opera Singers / Cirque du Soleil tight-rope walkers....so all getting creative and mixing their products, referencing, using their imagination plus ALL the technical skills they have learnt so far. Just watching our Chinese Opera star being 'done' and Mulain just thought he would share a great product with you...Ben Nye's Clown White base (and the Super White Powder too). The white base is highly pigmented and is a very bright white...giving great impact for stage / distance work. The Super White powder to set it will complete the whole package and keep it in place while adding to the intensity. Make sure you use a smooth sponge for an even application..it's heavy stuff so bear that in mind...don't drag the skin, work sensitively as an artist (especially when removing!!!)......back to class I go...off to watch a Cirque du Soleil make-up underway. Go class go!

Inglot statement lips!

Inglot's cute little Freedom System Lip Palettes....90 colours to choose from!

MU Virginia trying to show you her fave in an 80s inspired snapshot...don't give up your day job!

So Mulain has been quiet on the old blogging front recently...so sorry my friends. Have been so caught up with the fat mu academy, new website (watch this space) and shoots, shows blah, blah, blah! So now back on track and bringing you a cute little palette which is great for statement lips. The above piccie shows a trio of wow lip colours - a pink, a red and a muted coral/pink. Lovely to have in your handbag for change of mood...Lunch date with latest flame? Dinner with in-laws? Girls night out? This little number has a colour for all occasions. Plus it's paraben-free, totally light-weight and is comfy on the lips. Tres importante! So get to an Inglot store near you soon...great for pros and non-pros. Mwah!

http://www.inglotcosmetics.com/

Mulain x

Ben Nye Lumiere Brilliant Pressed Eyeshadow Palette

The MUettes in class have been using the Ben Nye Lumiere Brilliant Pressed Eyeshadow Palette in class and loving the colours and quality. 8 classic colours Sun Yellow, Tangerine, Cosmic Violet, Royal Purple, Turquoise, Cosmic Blue, Chartreuse, Azalea highly pigmented giving the intensity you need. As always Ben Nye palettes support you on all your jobs...from fashion to bridals to film to theatre....head to New Beauty Centre to check this one out.

Happy Valentine's day darlings...not doing much today....working hard as per usual :)...gearing up for another Sound of Music run at the NCPA Nariman Point...do come along if you missed it last time....did you know Ben Nye the make-up did the make-up design for the original film? How cool eh?

M x

Inglot's body sparkles

Mulain has been helping MU Virginia prep for her glamour classes in the pro course and has fallen in love with Inglot's Body Sparkles pots...what fun...a host of colours and come as pigments and glitters...love love love...can't wait to show the students. Obviously still in a Burlesque mood! So my advice...head to Inglot to check out the scene...see what you find!

M x

Liquid paint for face and body!

Mulain had to help MU Sunita out on a shoot this morning....the director suddenly wanted face-painting done in his TV Commercial so ran to our stock and grabbed a selection of grease, aqua and creme palettes along with Ben Nye's Magicolor Liquid Paints. Felt the urge to right about these little beauties today as they really are such a great product. Fantastic colour range, highly pigmented and paints dry quickly with a smooth and smudge-free, water-resistant finish. Apply with brush, sponge or airbrush! All available at New Beauty Centre at the Ben Nye counter. Hope MU Sunita is having fun...can't wait to hear all about it!

Natural make-up today on the PRO course....MU-ettes in batch 4 will really be pushing themselves this week.....good luck to you all. Also getting very excited about our 'Smoke It Up' workshop of the month for Feb. It's on 26th and still a few seats left. Come join the fun!

Mulain x

Burlesque Beauty!

It's showtime!

Mulain and the MUs went to see Burlesque on Thursday night and we loved the make-up in the film! For any artist go and see it for the Pizazz, Cher, Stanley Tucci and glitter!!!!! Cher is Cher is Cher and is faultless....not a word said against that woman....we touch her feet in MU-land. Stanley is a hoot! Christina is good too and sports an amazing amount of wigs and different get-ups...it's fun and frolicking and leave your worries outside le cinema my friends, go and switch off and enjoy. Watching this film made Mulain remember his most favourite glitter in the whole world...ever! Make-up Forever's Silver/multi-coloured glitter in a little pot. In Bombay? Head to In-orbit in Malad to pick a little pot. Lasts forever, and can use it minimally or with aplomb! It's brilliant...if you're inspired by Burlesque...go to Town with a capital 'T' my darlings...I know I am! Off to party like it's 1999! Have a great weekend and enjoy the piccies below! M x

Mulain's favourite glitter brand....try Silver/multicoloured - Wow!

Dab it on and use a tissue....otherwise it will all end in tears!


Christian A. in Burlesque

Another Christina look.....

The wonderful Cher....

More wonderful Cher!

Go see the movie!

Dita Von T...modern Burlesque

Cher again.....love her love her love her!

Christina again...looking like Taylor Swift me-thinks....ummmm?