Hey guys!

Mario has given some great makeup tips in writing and on video!

Thanks so much for doing this Mario! You are truly amazing!

Here is the monster final installment of his makeup and face care Q&A...

Jackie: Mario, I love how you do makeup, I want to know where I can get the sponge like thing you used to put on her foundation. I would realy like to get one. I use foundation everyday, I use a foundation brush. So please let me know where I can get one. Thanks.

Mario: Hey Jackie, I LOVE that sponge too.  It’s called The Beauty Blender.   You can get it at Beautyblender.net .  Don’t forget to get the cleanser for the sponge too.  It works amazing so you can wash it over and over again.



Hawaii: Hi Mario! Great job. Here is my question: Should primer be used after a moisturizer or does it matter?

Mario: Aloha Hawaii, yes. You can moisturize first, let it set in for a few minutes, then prime.



Rx: Hi Mario! The look you done on Kim was gorgeous! -Id like to know how you got into the makeup industry and was it hard for you to get there? Thank you!

Mario: Thank you, Rx. I got into the makeup industry when I was 17 years old.  I started in retail then eventually began to work with photographers and I assisted famous makeup artists for years.  I can’t say that it’s easy because it’s not.  A lot of hard work, sweat and tears go into it (especially In NYC), but if you love it and believe in yourself, you succeed.  


Christine80: Thanks for the tutorials. I just love them. My question is: Does Mario work with non-celebrities? I am getting married and if he could make me half as pretty as you, Kim...well, let's just say I would be ever so grateful.

(Get Mario's answer and much more after the jump!)

Hey guys,

My marvelous makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic answered a TON of your questions after I posted his makeup videos. Here is the first batch, which focuses on eye makeup...

Jytza: I was wondering what you think of colored eyeliner and colored mascara. I'm tired of the basic black and would like a pop of color without looking tacky...what would you recommend for someone who has brown eyes like me or Kim?

Mario: I think auburn/burgundy mascara would look great with brown eyes.  Try green eyeliner - that usually looks good with brown eyes..I like the MAC’s technakohl liner in Antiquity.   Kevyn Aucoin makes a great burgundy shade of mascara and Lorac makes a nice Auburn one too.


Mae: Hey Mario! Thanks for answering our make up questions. I use a regular pencil eye liner. How do you keep it from smudging throughout the day? And second, which eye shadow colors look good on medium tan, skin tones?

Mario: Hey Mae, before you apply your pencil on the upper lid, use an eye shadow primer or some foundation/concealer on the lid and dust some loose powder over it to set it.  Follow with the liner.  You could also apply the liner, then set it with a translucent, no color powder.  If the liner on the inner rim of your eye isn’t staying, switch to a waterproof  one like the powerpoint pencil from MAC.  It lasts all day.


OfficialGirl09: Hi Mario! I only use liquid eyeliner and I wanted to know what is the best one? I've always used "Almay" and I love it because it last long, but it smears a little on the bottom lid. Help!

Mario: Hey OfficialGirl09, I like using liquid eyeliners that are matte and that can blend easily once they dry.  The one I’m currently using is by MAC.  To prevent smearing on the bottom, again - make sure the skin has makeup and powder on before.  Powder will really help to prevent smudges.

(There are a bunch more answers after the jump!)

Hey guys!

For the new year, I've decided to start sharing with you all of my favorite beauty products.

Sometimes it's overwhelming to list every product used in my makeup blogs, so I plan to show you items individually over time!

My absolute favorite eye liner is by Stila. It's their kajal eye liner in the color onyx.

Trust me, I've tried every eye liner and this Stila one is so dark and lasts a long time!

You can get it at stilacosmetics.com or sephora!

I know you all have waited so patiently for another makeup blog... Well, Stephen and I filmed one for E News!

They loved the one we did here on my website so we did one for E! It should come on this week and we will post here as soon as we get it!

The look we did was my new fresh-everyday look. It's not super-heavy, but it capitalizes on a great eyeliner to give a little definition without looking too made up during the day!

I really have started wearing less makeup and am loving it!

The main necessities for this makeup blog is the very light eye shadows. We did gray tones, but in super-light colors!

We did a beige lid with a light-gray in the crease!

I promise as soon as we get the footage from E!, it will be posted here on my site! Check out these pictures as a sneak preview!

Kim's 'Smokey Eye' makeup lesson, part 3: FINISHING THE EYES

If you can believe it, there is even more to this makeup lesson. Come back for part IV. Stay tuned!!!

My makeup artist Stephen Moleski will answer your makeup questions at myspace.com/stephenmoleski!