Skin care and makeup continue to evolve. Every day it seems we’re presented with new formulations, featuring naturally sourced and organic ingredients. It can be a challenge keeping up with the latest and greatest brands and products. Not to worry: Spirit Demerson of Spirit Beauty Lounge is on the case!

In the world of makeup, there is nothing better—or worse—than the smoky eye. It all depends on your perspective. Done right, the smoky eye can be polished, glamorous, and sophisticated. Done wrong, the smoky eye can be interpreted as cheap or tawdry.

Model, television personality, and comedienne Claudia Jordan has a busy schedule and unlike your average person, Claudia jet sets, and is in and out of production makeup on a regular basis.

It’s always a treat to discover a company that makes great products. It’s an even bigger treat to find a company that also raises social awareness and empowers women. You’ll find such a rare combination in Haughty Cosmetics. The company produces a collection of lip glosses that are fast approaching cult status, while emphasizing the beauty of confidence and control.

Autumn is officially here, and with the cooler temperatures comes fresh concern about how best to take care of our hair. Not to worry. According to veteran hairstylist David Harrington, cold-weather hair care doesn’t have to be complicated or costly.

Ash Gupta 838 Media Group photographed Christine Davi. Hair and makeup by Gordon Banh and styling by Rita Burns.

No matter the year or the season, most beauty trends seem to focus on the eyes or the lips. There’s always the occasional trend calling for a strong brow. But this season, it’s all about the cheeks.

Celebrity Makeup Artist Stephen Moleski is known for his work on some of Hollywood’s hottest starlets. His most famous work is likely on Kim Kardashian, and her now signature “smoky eye.” But it’s not just makeup and technique that makes Moleski one of the most sought after artists in his field. It’s his amazing selection of false lashes, which he offers through his company, Smoke & Mirrors Beauty.

I’m the regular key artist for EM&CO fashion shows . . . that’s been such a wonderful experience. I also work with a lot of private clients during award season, mostly corporate for studios and the major networks. I’m currently doing a web series (that I’m not allowed to talk about), and putting together my first ever “group shoot” for aspiring makeup artists, hair stylists, and models.