My Ultimate Foundation Routine with Advanced Mineral Makeup

Good Day!

Welcome back to my blog! I am so excited to share my latest and greatest products to help create a smooth and even complexion.

For two months now, I have been using Advanced Mineral Makeup Foundation, and Pressed Powder....and I ABSOLUTELY love it!

Anyone who knows me knows that I like make-up that is natural, not loaded with harsh chemicals and still delivers.  Advanced Mineral Makeup's liquid foundation (My shade is Toffee) covers so flawlessly that I have been able to skip concealer!

Even though I can get full coverage from this foundation, it is by no means heavy. I don't even know, or feel that I am wearing make-up....and on days when I don't want too much coverage, this foundation is buildable. So instead of building to full coverage, I stop at one sheer later and I am all set for a fresh, radiant skin that looks like, well...skin, and not make-up. Amazing!

Of course we all want our make-up to last all day. To help me achieve that I use Advanced Mineral Makeup's Pressed Powder in the shade Halle. This helps lock my look into place. I also wear this pressed powder some days on it's own with no foundation. It gives me just enough so that I appear smooth and poreless, yet perfectly undone.

I know I know...you all want video instructions about all of this. So, before you flood my inbox/phone/comments, remain calm, because I am working on video tutorials for this as you read, LOL. I'm just a wreck at editing and such....but videos are on their way.

In the interim, check out this little preview from my Instagtam Page @MarshanaRitchie:

Advanced Mineral Makeup uses pharmaceutical grade ingredients. They never use perfume, dyes, talc or preservatives. It's helpful for sensitive, acne and even rosacea prone skin! When you use these products, you know that you are getting the absolute.

Most of you know me from my work on television. From The Bachelor, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, to Friends To Lovers on Bravo TV, I have to look my best. I trust Advanced Mineral Makeup because it was created by Annie Mayo, fellow Television and Film Make-Up Artist. She understands as well as I do, that in the world of television and film, you cannot cut corners. You need the best.

Annie has brought her years of expertise to Advanced Mineral Makeup. Now what's normally just available to us who work in front of the camera, is now available for you all at home to achieve the very same look that myself, and other TV stars have on set.

Definitely let me know what you all think and if you have any questions at all. I know you'll love it!

Video's coming soon...

Marshana Dahlia Ritchie

P.S. I also love their lipgloss in Josephine! Incredible!

Friends To Lovers Beauty Secrets

Greetings!

Happy new year! I hope everyone's  2015 is off to am amazing start! This is the year of the BREAKTHROUGH! Believe and receive  that!

As most of you all know, my new  show, Friends To Lovers, is in full swing on Bravo!  It debuted Monday, January 12th to rave reviews!  Friends  To Lovers airs each,  and  every Monday  night  at 10 PM ET. 

Naturally, as a make-up  artist. I did all of my own make-up  on the show. So many of you asked how I created  my signature  make-up  look that I wear in my interviews....and now I'll  share my secret with you!

My signature  smokey eye

For my interviews, I decided to go with one of my easiest, chic looks, a classic smokey eye!  When  I am on set, time is of the essence.  I need a look that looks fierce, yet applies quickly and easily. 

Here's  a list of the products  I used:

Concealer: Tarte Amazonian Clay Waterproof 12-Hour Concealer in Tan

Foundation:  Tarte Amazonian Clay Full Coverage Airbrush Foundation in Tan Sand

Highlight:  Maybelline Dream Wonder Powder in Sun Beige

Contour:  It Cosmetics My Sculpted Face Contour Palette

Brows: Tarte Amazonian Clay Brow Mousse in Medium Brown

Eyeshadow Primer: NYX Cosmetics Eyeshadow Base in Skin Tone

Eyeshadow Palette: It Cosmetics Naturally Pretty Volume Volume 1 Matte Luxe Transforming Eyeshadow Palette

Blush:  Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush in Glisten

Shimmer Highlight: Lorac Tantalizer Baked Bronzer

Setting  Powder:  Benefit Cosmetics POREfessional Agent Zero Shine

Lipliner:  NYX  Cosmetics Slim Lip Pencil in Espresso

Lipstick:  Lorac Alter Ego Lipstick in Duchess

Lipgloss:  Tarte LipSurgence Lip Gloss in Blissful

Setting Spray:  Urban Decay De-Slick Oil-Control Makeup Setting Spray

A closed-eye view  of my eye  make-up 

Would  you all like to see a Make-up  Class on this  look? Let me know in the comments below. I'd  love to show you all step by step how I achieve this look. 

Don't forget  to  tune in to Friends To Lovers? Monday nights at 10 PM ET, only on Bravo!

See You Next Week!

Marshana Dahlia Ritchie

Marshana's Ultimate Beauty Experience!

Gooooooood Morning!!!

There really just are NO words...none....not one to describe just how grateful I am that you all cared enough to be a part of this class today.  Thank You. Thank You. Thank YOU!!  I know here on the East Coast, it is early for a Sunday, BUT, you all are watching from home...so, get your coffee, your best PJ's on, a note pad if you wish, and let's get started!!!!

A BIG Thank You to Benefit, our official sponsor

To make today's class easy, and efficient, I decided to write down all of the products I plan to use on my gorgeous model, Erika tomorrow.  Some things may change, but here are the basics of what you will need to recreate this look.

 

Thanks so much to Mrs. Erika Rubi, or stunning model!

PRIMER:

Benefit Cosmetic's the POREfessional: Pro Balm

FOUNDATION:  

Cover Girl Ready, Set GORGEOUS in 220 Soft Honey

CONCEALER:

Rimmel Match Perfection 2-in-1 Concealer and Highlighter in 230 Fair/Light

SETTING/HIGHLIGHTING POWDER:

Benefit Cosmetic's The POREfessional: Agent Zero Shine

CONTOUR KIT:

It Cosmetic's My Sculpted Face

BROWS:

On The Model:

NYX Eyebrow Gel in Chocolate

and 

Benefit Cosmetics Gimme Brown in Light/Medium

On Myself:

Anastasia Beverly Hills' Dipbrow Pomade in Chocolate

and

Benefit Cosmetic's Gimme Brow in Medium/Deep

EYE SHADOW BASE:

NYX Eye Shadow Base in Skin Tone

EYE SHADOW PALETTE: You decide!

You all will get to choose which Eye Shadow Palette I use on Erika!  Be sure to look at both options and cast your vote during the class!

Anastasia Beverly Hills' Amrezy Palette 

This product is ONLY available in ULTA Beauty Stores and cannot be purchased online

or 

It Cosmetic's Naturally Pretty Matte Luxe Transforming Eyeshadow Palette

EYE LINER:

Benefit Cosmetic's They're Real Push-Up Liner

MASCARA:

Benefit Cosmetic's They're Real Mascara

LASHES:

Kardashian Beauty Lash Dash Faux Lashes in Bardot

LASH GLUE:

I Envy Professional Strip Eyeash Adhesive in Jet Black

Or buy at most local beauty supply stores

BLUSH:

Tarte Cosmetic's Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush in Adored

This color is limited edition and no longer available. However, please choose from the other 14 Shades

CHEEK HIGHLIGHTER: 

Revlon Highlighting Palette in Bronze Glow

LIP LINER:

NYX Slim Lip Pencil in Brown

LIPSTICK:

Maybelline's Color Sensation The Buffs Lip Color in 915 Blush Beige

LIP GLOSS:

NYX Xtreme Lip Creme in Natural

BRUSHES:

Sonia Kashuk Limited Edition 15pc Professional Brush Set

This set is available NOW in most Target Stores. They are limited edition and immensely popular.  If you want them, you will have to go to your local Target, immediately!

Sonia Kashuk Core Tools Duo Fibre Fan Brush

This brush is very similar to my Limited Edition Sonia Kashuk Fan Brush. This one will be excellent for applying highlighters.

Sonia Kashuk Tools Synthetic Angled Eyeliner Brush

This brush would be the ideal one to do the brows. Even though it says it is an eyeliner brush, it will give you the precision you need to sculpt your brows.

Sonia Kashuk Retractable Tools Lip Brush

SHARPENER:

Sonia Kashuk Single Pencil Sharpener

SANITATION TOOLS:

Beauty So Clean Cosmetic Sanitizing Wipes

Beauty So Clean Cosmetic Sanitizer Mist

Beauty So Clean Conditioning Brush Cleaner

Whew!! Okay, we got through that together! I hope that you all appreciate this list.  It took TIME to put together, LOL! I figured I would take the time to give you all the complete list of products that you may reference.  This way we will have more time to focus on application, and technique...and not on "What was that again"?, LOL!

It is my sincere hope that you all found this class to be informative and beneficial.  I am not certain if I will do another class like this in the future. However, if you all are interested, please let me know in the comments below. 

THANK YOU!

Thanks so much to our lovely Model Erika!  Erika, you have been a supporter of me and my craft for always.  I know that your time is valuable, and I thank you for spending your time with me today. You're the best! Let's give it up for Erika!!

Again, I want to give a HUGE thank you to all of you who supported me, and cared enough to spend your hard earned money on this class. Make-Up is not my hobby, this is my career and passion.  Your support of my artistry means more than I can express. Every "Like" every "Share" and every "Re-Post" really helped make this class today a success!  Thanks a million!

Thank you to the audio visual technicians from OVED Technologies for making sure that our live stream happened today!  I could NOT have done this without them.  If you live in the DC, Maryland or Northern Virginia area, don't hesitate to call the specialists at OVED Technologies for all your in home, and office audio visual needs. http://ovedtechnologies.com/

Thanks are in order for our online host www.stageit.com . Stageit's standard show time is only 30 minutes with an option for a 20 minute extension, bringing the maximum class time to a total of 50 minutes.  I did not think that would be enough time for an in depth make-up lesson. So, I reached out to Stageit, and they extended our class time today to 90 minutes, with the option of a 20 minute extension!  They didn't have to, but they did...and indeed I am grateful. Thank You!

And last, but by no means the least, I would be remiss not to thank our sponsor BENEFIT SAN FRANCISCO!!! Thank You. Thank You. Thank You.  I am a FAN of Benefit, and I am grateful that you all have given me an opportunity to share my favorite products with the viewing audience!  Today would not have been the success it was without the generous and kindhearted nature of the team at Benefit. I think I speak for all class participants when I say...you all ROCK...and we will forever be your Bene-Gals!

Our Generous Gift Bag Valued at over $150 from Benefit San Francisco

The winner of this lovely gift bag will be announced live on air at the end of the class. Best of luck to all!

With Thanks and Gratitude,

Marshana Dahlia Ritchie

Been Around The World, and I, I, I.....

Greetings,

As I mentioned in my last post, I had been on the move since I posted on my blog last.  I was blessed with the opportunity to gp back to Europe, and what a time that was!

My adventure started in Madrid, Spain. I didn't get to take many photos in Madrid as it was only a pit stop on my way to Paris?

Musee de Louvre, Paris France

This was my first time in Paris.  The impression I had of Paris, was NOT what I got when I arrived.   I had this idea of glamour,  fashion, strolling the Champs Elysees, and parading around Saint Germain.  Well what I got what the real Paris,  real France,  real French People....and it wasn't that glamorous. 

On The Champ de Mars with The Eiffel Tower

Don't get me wrong,  Paris. Is. Beautiful.  It's a must see. Stunning.  Alluring. Enchanting.  As they say, Paris is always a good idea.  I met great friends in Paris,  became as close to a Parisian as I would ever get. Our fave hangout, Le Comptoire Generale became like our Cheers, everyone knew our names. 

Paris was good, but I was anxious to get out and explore Europe,  because,  why not?  My first stop,  Venice, Italy.

Giudecca Canal, Venice, Italy

Venice was a sight to behold. Breathtaking.  Hard to believe it was real.  We didn't stay in Venice, we stayed in Mestre. Staying inMestre saved us money, we paid about a third of what it would cost to stay in Venice.  We were just ONE stop away from Santa Lucia train station in Venice. And we were able to get a taxi from the airport right to our hotel.  Something not possible in Venice as there are no cars allowed!

We took the train in to Venice daily.  We cruised the canals, crossed over the rios,  walked to Piazza San Marco....we even got lost on the streets. It was so worth it!  Venice was HOT.  Too hot! A word to the wise, never wear jeans in Venice....at least not in the summer! 

Sweating in out in Venice, Italy above Giudecca Canal

Today marks the one year anniversary of my return to the States from the best vacation ever! Where does time go? I will take you further down memory lane in my next blog post.   I can't wait to tell you all about Croatia, Amsterdam,  Turkey and more!

To Be Continued....

Marshana's Ultimate Beauty Experience

Greetings,

I know, I know, I haven't posted in forvever...over a year to be precise. BUT, I. Am. Back! And will be blogging LOTS more now. Oh, and not just on cosmetics and make-up, but on fashion, travel,  lifestyle and more....this is about to be so much fun!


I've been around the world since I last blogged, Spain, France, Greece, England,  Turkey, Croatia, The Netherlands,  Belgium and Italy...I will definitely update you all on that soon, but that's another blog post, LOL

Tour Eiffel; Paris, France

But back to business, (For now)....

If I had a dollar for every time someone asked me to do a make-up class, I'd be several thousand dollars wealthier. I've wanted to do a class for my "Ritch Beauties" for some time now. However,  with my global travel to satiate my inherent wanderlust, splitting myself between Brooklyn (Forever my home), and my entire family (Forever my heart) in VA.....I have not been in one place long enough to make it happen 😢

So how does one satify the demand of their friends and family, and reach everyone....the world wide web!!!

Introducing Marshana's Ultimate Beauty Experience

I am proud to announce my first ever Make-Up Class/Seminar; Marshana's Ultimate Beauty Experience!  Brought to via the World Wide Web, my Seminar will be brought to you online.  The class will be broadcast LIVE, within the comfort of your own home.

SO, leave the car at home. Make your cup of coffee/tea.  Turn on the TV to entertain the kids. Tell your partner to sleep in. Get to your comp and log on!  

Get The Brow Secret!

This class is ultimately for you, by popular demand. You ask, and I deliver....eventually 😁😁.  You all have been with me from GO. Some of you have known me most of my life!  You all have rallied around me, my eccentricities,  my bold personality,  supported me, loved me, accepted me and encouraged my art,  make-up.

My endeavor was to bring you this class for as close to free as it will EVER get!  Working in this virtual space,  and partnering with Stageit, allows me to share my knowledge with you,  for...get this, ONLY $10!!!!  

Live, in studio, group make-up instruction with me costs $299.  One on one instruction costs $895 for three hours.  Needless to say, this seminar is a deal! This may very well be the ONLY affordable make-up instruction I will EVER do!

Make-Up Artistry is my livelihood, not a hobby. It's my bread, and butter.  I break this bread with you as a token of my appreciation for the decades of endless love and support.  

My hope is that you all will join me on:

Sunday September 7th, 2014

10 AM Eastern Standard Time 

At:

https://www.stageit.com/marshana_dahlia_ritchie/marshana_s_ultimate_beauty_experience/39442

Please feel free to share this with all of your friends and family.  I am working diligently to make this show the best it can be. It'll be worth it!

I'm Marshana Dahlia, and I'm Ritchlie Beautiful. 

All The Best....

It's Prom Time: Part Two!

We Heart Proms!!

If you didn't know before, now you know, The Team here at Ritchlie Beautiful LOVES Proms, as in L O V E S Prom! You could imagine our excitement when our Cousin Paula (We call her Teri) called on us to beautify her daughter Jordan for her Prom....we leaped at the opportunity!

We can remember when little Jordan was born (I'm not that old, so don't even think it, LOL), and here she was all grown up and ready for senior prom, sigh, where does time go?

For starters, I was so excited to work with Jordan because she is amazing.  It's very rare in life that you meet young people like her who are beautiful inside and out.  I must say, Mom Paula, and Dad Owen have done their due diligence with Jordan...and she gorgeous to boot!

This is Jordan before we started

As you can see from the photo above, Jordan looks great even without a stitch of make-up.  She wanted a look for Prom that was glamorous, but not overdone.  Her Parents, Dad especially, didn't want too much, and I understood that.  I mean, who really wants their child to step out for Prom looking like a clown?  No I said the cat!

Jordan's dress was this AMAZING Vintage, Old Hollywood Glamour type of Gown.  Pulling inspiration from that, I wanted to go for a Marilyn Monroe meets Robert Palmer Girl (A toned down version that is)....all while keeping it understated, yet undeniably glam...so I went to work.

Just getting started on Jordan's Transformation

I like to, when possible, lay my clients in a way where they are reclined.  This makes applying the make-up so much easier!  It's also very relaxing for the client. So everyone wins.  

Almost done with the eyes!

Creating the perfect look takes time, more time than most people think.  Before I knew it, I was hastily (Yet precisely) applying individual lashes and polishing off Jordan's look.  In no time she was in her dress, getting her hair refreshed and bustling through the door.

Kedesha refreshing Jordan's 'Do

 

I have to say, in the end, everything came together so well!!  Jordan looked AMAZING!!!!

 

She's Ready!!!

 

Jordan made a splash!! She was LITERALLY greeted with applause when her friends saw her arrive at The Limo!

 

Jordan and friends all ready for Prom!

 

 

Jordan's Date also made a splash!!  He was very well dressed in complementing colors.  They had an Old Hollywood Glam Style going on.  It was tres chic!! I even have to admit that I got a little emotional when I saw him greet her and place the corsage on her hand.  I'm such a sucker for these things.

 

 

Jordan and her date embrace!

 

 

He chose such a lovely corsage!

 

The Stunning Couple!

 

 

Overall, I am so delighted with the way Jordan looked.  I'm glad that we were able to create a look that not only Jordan appreciated, but her Mom and Dad did as well.  It's always a good day when everyone is happy and pleased.

 

 

Isn't she lovely!

 

Senior Proms are so special because this is sort of the last hurrah before graduation, and ultimately leaving home for the first time and heading off the College.  Our lovely Jordan is no exception....she'll be heading off to College this Fall.  We couldn't be happier for, or more proud of Jordan.

 

They look so happy

 

 

The College/Dorm Experience is challenging yet amazing.  I see it as a necessary step and a bridge to full fledged adulthood.  I'm happy that we were a part of this bonding experience between Mom and Daughter....just the look on my cousin Paula's Face as Jordan was getting ready...you could feel the love, and the adoration she has for Jordan. It was incredible.

 

Jordan and Friends

 

 

Of course, Dad Owen couldn't be left out.  He took a few moments to chat with Jordan before the limo pulled out.  We're not sure exactly what he said...but it must have been something special....the look on Jordan's Face was priceless!

 

Dad please, I got this...LOL

 

This is such a transitional period in  the lives of young people.  Here at Ritchlie Beautiful we see Proms and Graduations as more than just a time to get gussied up and celebrate...it's a time for parents to savor these moments with their children, to strengthen their relationships and help them transition into the next phase of life as smoothly as possible.

 

As I've said before, Paula and Owen have done an amazing job with their two children.  Jordan is the first to leave home, and her younger brother Owen Jr. will follow suit in two years.  The foundation which they have been given is solid.  I'm confident about their future and happy to witness their journey. 

 

 

Well Prom Season is coming to a close and graduations will soon be upon us.  We wish Jordan and Jhadee all the best as they lead up to Commencement.  We are so proud of you both!  Much love, and God Bless!

 

 

 Until Next Time,

 

 

 

I'm Marshana Dahlia, and I'm Ritchlie Beautiful

 

 

 











It's Prom Season!

It's Prom Time!!

I remember my prom like it was yesterday!!!  Picture it, June 1999...I know, I'm taking you all back to last Millennium,  LOL! There I was, custom, bridal-esque gown that I  made at home, and my sister and I hand beaded.  Replete with Egyptian Style Head Dress, I was Queen of The Night...did I mention that I also did an outfit change half way through???  I. Went. For. It!!!

Now, some fourteen years later, here I am resident Artisan of Fine Cosmetics at Ritchlie Beautiful, and I get to help today's young women feel their most Glam!!  It's so rewarding.  The team and I got to glam out a client for prom recently.  Here's a better look into her transformation.

Let's begin at the beginning...

Meet Jhadee!! She's excited for prom!

Jhadee is not just a client, but she and her mom are dear friends of The Ritchlie Beautiful Team.  We were delighted when her mom commissioned us to help her daughter transform for her Prom Night.  

The Ritchlie Beautiful Team!  Kedesha with hair, Raquel with nails and yours truly with Makeup

For Jhadee, who is admittedly a "Less is More" kinda girl, she really wanted to WOW on prom night.  The Ritchlie Beautiful Team went to work on her ENTIRE Prom Styling.  From the Dress, to the shoes, and everything in between, we hand selected. When you see the overall look, you'll see that months of shopping were well worth it.

First up our resident Hair Artisan at Ritchlie Beautiful, my sister, Kedesha went to work on Jhadee's Hair.

Kedesha working on Jhadee's Hair

Jhadee wanted a sophisticated up-do.  Kedesha added length to Jhadee's hair a few day prior, with the addition of a full length, Remi-Hair Weave. This helped add not just length, but volume to the hair for that full, lush, and thick bun.

Overall, the final look was just stunning!!

Some looks at Jhadee's Hair Before and After

Here's a look after the final jewels and ornaments were placed...

Simply Gorgeous!!

The pearls and jewels you see in Jhadee's hair are actually her earrings!  These earrings are just one of several that I collect while on my global travels. This particular pair come from an Indian Neighborhood in Birmingham, England...the guy who sold me them was too sweet!  Can't wait to go back and shop some more!

Another closeup of the earrings, they're so stunning!

While Kedesha was doing Jhadee's Hair, Guest Nail Technician and Full Specialist, Racquel worked on Jhadee's Mani and Pedi,  Jhadee wanted a deep, inky blue color on her hands and feet that would last.  Racquel applied a Gel Polish using an LED Light.  Gel Manicures are for superior and last longer than traditional polish.....and there is NO drying time! 

Racquel at Work on the Pedicure

The end result of the feet and nails really complemented the overall look!

Before and After of Jhadee's Manicure

After hair and nails were complete, it was now time for me to work my magic with makeup!  Now Jhadee, as I said before, is a "Less is More" kinda girl. However, this was prom, and the look that she showed me, was a "More is More" Look, after all, it had glitter!!!  So what did I do?  Happily oblige of course, and as I say, I Went. For. It!

Me in Action!

I have to say that I am very proud of Jhadee for taking a chance and stepping out on glam. This is Prom, this is a time to look and feel your best.  Looking like you do every single day, with the simple addition of Gloss and Liner will NOT cut it for prom!  Take a look at Jhadee's Final Look...

Eyes Closed shot!! You can see her sparkly Eye Kandy!

Jhadee wanted a hint of color under her eyes...so I added this deep purple gel liner underneath for added drama!

Here's a Before and After of the makeup

And one more Before and After 

Here's Jhadee and another of her friends posing before getting in The Limo

Jhadee's all Glam and rearing to go!  Here you can see her Crystal Bracelets!  These are from my personal collection as well.  I picked these up in Udaipur, India...they are my FAVORITE!!!

Jhadee and her BFF

Overall, Jahdee was GORGEOUS!!  We were really able to bring out her natural beauty!!  She's such a pretty girl, she doesn't even need makeup!!  

As much as we would like to take all of the credit for Jhadee's Prom Look, I have to say that we can't.  Really, all of the credit goes to Ms. Eve, Jhadee's Mom!!

Jhadee and her Mom, Ms. Eve

Jhadee's Mom goes SO hard for her daughter! This mom put her ALL into making her daughter's prom memorable for all the right reasons!  We are grateful that Eve recognized the need, and hired the professionals at Ritchlie Beautiful to get Jhadee ready for Prom. May she forever be blessed for making her daughter's dream come true!  

Another shot of Jhadee and her Mom, Eve

Most parents get most of the ducks in a row for prom...Dress, Limo, Shoes, Jewelry...but more often than not, they leave the Glam Squad off the list.  I cannot emphasize enough JUST how important a professional glam squad is!  In my honest estimation, this service is not an indulgence, but a necessity of epic proportion. 

Parents, Aunties, Uncles...don't let your daughters/nieces go to Prom any and any kind of way....LOL.  We encourage you, wherever you are, to seek a professional.  Hair and Makeup is just as important as the dress, don't leave it off the list!  Years from now when your daughter is looking back on her prom photos, she will thank you!  

Furthermore, if you live in the NYC, DC area or anywhere in between....feel free to reach out and book The Artisans of Ritchlie Beautiful.  We are happy to assist you in creating a look to remember.  We are currently offering Prom Specials.  Dates are still available...so e-mail us at ritchbeauty@gmail.com

'Til Next Time...

I'm Marshana Dahlia and I'm Ritchlie Beautiful