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?

Filmfare 2011 glam

Mulain picked out a few Indian beauties from the Filmfare red carpet....Hollywood, Bollywood....all seems the same now....generic, glossy glamour....glossy locks, shiny lips, glowing, highlighted skin....all looked great and glam but not many stood out with individual quirks or trademarks! Loads of long gowns my goodness...Mulain has picked out the Saree clad femme fatales actually...who made their mark this year. Rekha I think just gets better and better! What do you think my friends...did you think anyone had wow-factor?

Uber glam Katrina....

The always gorgeous Rekha....

Ms. Zinta....looks stylish and very together...lovely

Mulain likes Vidya B's look...

Technical class today in the PRO course...lots of concentration going on....well done class!

Caio for now...Mulain x

Workshops of the month!

The fabulous queen of smoke...20s siren Louise Brooks!

Mulain just loo-ved the last workshop of the month 'Sex and the City'...we all had such fun, do hope you gals are practicing and getting your looks right! Can't wait for the next one...the art of the smokey eye 'Smoke it up!'. Looks so easy but it's a little tricky to achieve unless you know how. The fat mu team have come up with a way so that you can achieve a modern smoke, whatever your style. Subtle or smokin' we'll show you easy steps to make it happen, and with just a few products and tools. Want to find out WHO?WHY?WHEN?WHERE?..mail us at mail@fatmu.com or call us on the above number. Limited places so book in soon my darlings. February 26th......Get ready to smoke!

Mulain

Ben Nye Fall 2010 Eye shadow and Rouge colours palette

MU Sara came in today with a beautiful palette (see image above) from our favourite brand of the mu-ment Ben Nye.

Lovely matt shades with lots of neutral colours, shades of greys and a bright pink, purple and plum.

If you are a make-up artist this is a good one to get. Available at New Beauty Centre at the Ben Nye counter for only Rs 3,600.... stocks are limited..(esp since it's a late arrival considering it's a Fall palette... nevertheless a timeless collection).

Mx