Introducing the Makeup Madame

Since I have my Grand Opening coming up, as well as some other fun events, I wanted to formally introduce my awesome makeup artist, Lindsay Schneider. Lindsay is the Makeup Madame of Denver and I am thrilled to be able to work with someone of her talent. I recently interviewed Lindsay so you could all learn a little more about the woman behind the brush!

INTERVIEW WITH THE MAKEUP MADAME

1. When did you know you wanted to become a makeup artist? My sister was a model for years and I was around the industry at a very young age. Most young girls first lip gloss is Lip Smackers, mine was MAC. I knew when I walked into the MAC store I wanted to be a makeup artist, and I followed my dreams <3
2. How long have you been a makeup artist and what sort of training did you go through? I've been doing makeup for over 9 years. I worked in Cherry Creek North and freelanced for various salons. I worked at MAC Cherry Creek for over 5 years. I went though extensive training with MAC and became a Product Specialist. I traveled to different Nordstroms and would educate people about MAC and how to apply their makeup.  For the past 2 years I've had my own company- and love every minute of it. I'm very blessed to wake up every morning and do what I love to do!
3. What is your favorite part of the job? Least favorite? My favorite part of my job is making people feel beautiful. It is such a good feeling to hand over a mirror to a client after the makeover is done and they just light up :) My least favorite part of my job is how women are so hard on themselves, and how Hollywood has such an effect on how people perceive themselves. 
4. How do you stay "fresh" and keep up with the current trends of makeup? I'm a huge Internet and magazine junkie!! I'm on the Internet probably 2 to 3 hours straight a day :) Oh and I'm addicted to E! News and Perezhilton.com (hahaha)!
5. What is your favorite/ craziest  event you've ever done makeup for? Well....I did a Merkin fashion show :) 
6. If you could be doing anything else besides being a makeup artist, what would it be? I would think about possibly being a Personal Assistant.7. What do you like to do when you aren't working? Working on my newly purchased home with my boyfriend. And hanging out with family and friends.
8. Favorite movie? Girls Just Want to Have Fun. Sarah Jessica Parker at her finest!!9. You're stranded on an island, what 3 things do you bring? 1. Black Liquid Liner 2. Mascara 3. MAC Lip Glass
10. Most important makeup tip you could give someone? BLEND!
11. What are your top 3 favorite makeup products and why? This is probably one of the hardest questions...I would say hands down first is moisturizer. All skin types, including oily skin need moisturizer. I recommend a tinted moisturizer with an SPF. It leaves the finish of your skin ready for any makeup products and protects you from the sun. "If your skin looks amazing, the rest of your makeup will be amazing" Second, I would say a great mascara. I don't see a need to spend $30+ on a mascara. There are amazing mascaras at Target, Walgreen's etc. Most people don't know this, but you should change your mascara every 4 weeks- this helps pervent eye infections. Finally, I would say lip gloss!! I personally use a tube of lip gloss every 2 weeks.
12. Why do you feel makeup should be part of every woman's life? I always tell women, even my soccer moms, to devote just 5 minutes to your makeup a day. It will make you feel beautiful! It's amazing what 5 minutes can do:) If makeup is or isn't your thing, having a great skin care regimen is essential for any skin type, texture and tone. 
13. What do you like about doing makeup for boudoir shoots? It is honestly all about the smoky, sultry makeup. I love that kind of makeup. Who doesn't love bedroom eyes?


Thank you, Lindsay! And you can have Lindsay do your makeup for just $40 at my upcoming mini-shoots! Spots are filling up so contact me today to reserve your spot.