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alice + olivia fall 2012 nyfw

2012-02-15T15:53:00.001-08:00

we love the "ethereal goth" look sarah lucero created for alice + olivia's fall 2012 collection. not only did the look combine some of our favorite new products, but it was also bold and beautiful at the same time. here are some tips to recreate this runway look in your own bathroom.

-keep the skin light and velvety, allowing the color products to stand out. stila's HD beauty balm is the ideal starter product, creating a flawless canvas for makeup. apply it all over the face and use a concealer where you need more coverage.

-dare to be bold on your lips with stila's daring long wear lip color. for more intensity on your lips, mix the product with black smudge pot.

-the darkest eyes can be achieved with our new smudge crayon in black. line your eyes first. then soften where needed with ebony eye shadow. finish with 2 coats of mascara.

TWO for TUESDAYS!

2012-02-14T09:25:00.000-08:00

happy valentine's day stila fans! enter to win our favorite pink long wear liquid lip colors - caprice and petal. one for your softer beauty days, and the other for the bolder beauty days. both are amazing and stay on!

to enter, comment and tell us why you think lipstick is a girl's best friend! please include your email address.

*** contest ends at midnight tonight. winner must live in the continental united states. xoxo, stila

nyfw - day one with lela rose

2012-02-13T17:16:00.000-08:00

stila fans. want more behind the scenes action? watch this video to get a taste of the action backstage. xoxo

behind the scenes - NYFW

2012-02-12T22:15:00.000-08:00

we had a blast working NYFW today for lela rose's fall 2012 runway show. her collection is a girl's dream and we love the edgy, modern makeup that sarah designed to compliment the clothing. check out these fun photos and stay tuned for more info on how to get the look!

xoxo, stila

get creative!

2012-02-10T10:14:00.000-08:00

during fashion week the term "creative" takes on an entire new meaning. in the hustle and bustle backstage, we have done just about anything to create the PERFECT look! and one thing we do often is mix products. mixing can create the ideal look or save time - depending on what we need at the moment. while you might not be backstage with us, it's easy to add some creativity to your makeup. and we thought the best place to begin was with our new beauty balm. here are some tips for making this product work in nearly all scenarios...

-mix beauty balm with foundation or tinted moisturizer. this is great if you are in a hurry or looking for a less steps with a similar result.

-use beauty balm as a finishing touch to fine tune your skin. sometimes applying it last - where needed - can create that flawless finish you are looking for.

-mix beauty balm with one step correct if you want a little glow to the skin, but still want the HD effects.

-layer beauty balm. this can build coverage and create airbrushed looking skin. start small and build the product.

***the idea is to think outside of the box and remember that makeup is as individual as your signature...
xoxo, stila

tip from our blog winner

2012-02-08T21:33:00.000-08:00

stila fans...

thank you for entering our giveaway. we loved reading your comments and learning about your favorite stila blushes. we thought you'd like to hear what our winner had to say about stila blush - great tips for anyone to try, so pay attention!

"i use custom color coral for a warming effect and custom color pink with my cool colors. and i have mixed the two together for a third blush that i call sugar cheek. the pigmentation is high resulting in true color which accents the face wonderfully"

see you at fashion week! xoxo, stila

TWO for TUESDAYS!

2012-02-07T09:09:00.000-08:00

today's TWO for TUESDAYS giveaway celebrates one of our favorite holidays just around the corner. are you prepared for valentine's day? you could be with these two holiday appropriate products - "love at first blush" palette and yumberry crush. both will ensure that you look radiant on valentine's day! enter now to win and "like" this post to share it with your friends.

comment and tell us what your favorite stila blush is - new or old. please include your email address.

***winner must live in the continental united states. contest ends at midnight. xoxo, stila

look the best for your valentine

2012-02-04T21:27:00.000-08:00

with valentine's day around the corner, we wanted to make sure you look the best for that special someone. all you need is a little makeup. here are some of our favorite trends...

a festive lip color. make your lips look irresistible this valentine's day. pick your favorite long wear liquid lip color for bold, kiss proof lips. we love caprice.

blushing beauty. for radiance, try a new blush. our limited edition, "love at first blush" palette is a must-have for every girl on valentine's.

sparkling eyes. keep your valentine's eyes on you with a little sparkle. line your eyes with dazzling smudge crayon and top with black diamond jewel eye shadow.

happy valentine's day stila fans! xoxo

must-see pursebuzz videos

2012-02-02T13:16:00.000-08:00

we are huge fans of pursebuzz at stila, and we love her new videos. watch them now to learn all about our spring products!

thanks elessa! xoxo, stila

BELK featuring stila

2012-02-01T15:16:00.000-08:00

stila fans. check out these amazing photos taken by one of our favorite photographers, kevin hees...

we love the stila makeup and the beautiful colors. don't you?? and who doesn't want to own all of those lip glazes???!! it's like candy!

xoxo, stila

TWO for TUESDAYS!

2012-01-31T08:37:00.000-08:00

hey stila fans. our new jewel eye shadows are a hit! and today you could win aquamarine and black diamond. all you need to do is enter! make sure you "like" this post to share it with your friends!

comment and tell us why these shadows are a must-have! please include your email address.

***winner must live in the continental united states. contest ends at midnight. xoxo, stila

how to look red carpet ready

2012-01-29T09:40:00.000-08:00

it's that time of year... and no we don't mean the holiday season! we are talking about award season. with the golden globes already underway and the SAG awards tonight, we have a few tips for our fans on how to look red carpet ready.

-add an extra coat of mascara. if you don't have time for fake lashes, one more coat of forever your curl mascara will do the trick.

-highlight your cheekbones. we love to apply kitten all over shimmer along the cheekbones to make them shine.

-don't forget about your body. make sure your skin looks ravishing. try illuminating tinted moisturizer or bronzing tinted moisturizer on the body for an extra boost.

-keep the powder handy. no one wants to look shiny in their t-zones when the camera flashes. instead, dust a little pressed powder right before your big moment.

-use waterproof products. as a general rule, whenever possible, the longer the product wheres the better. you want it to stay!

xoxo, stila

PGA product favorites

2012-01-26T15:12:00.000-08:00

stila artists, sulema and ruth, were backstage last weekend at the producers guild awards. this big ticket event was full of A-list celebs including melissa mccarthy, kathy bates, and more. women and men stopped by the stila makeup table for touchups before going on stage. what did they LOVE? our custom color coral blush and the new luxe glosses. also, our pressed powder was a must! make sure you have all of the above for your important occasions.

xo, stila

and we're back with e! news

2012-01-25T18:07:00.000-08:00

stila is back with e! news. make sure to tune in to to see sarah's beauty tips. with award season in full swing, she definitely has much to share. xoxo, stila.

we love the laker girls

2012-01-22T19:13:00.001-08:00

at stila, we love many things. and seeing the laker girls cheer in stila t's is amazing!!!!! almost as great as our new beauty balm - haha.

we wish the girls best of luck throughout the rest of the season. we'll be rooting for them! xo, stila

beauty balm. 10 in 1.

2012-01-19T20:59:00.000-08:00

stila's new primer has 10 major benefits in 1....

contains innovative micro spheres, which have been shown to hide skin imperfections and reduce wrinkle depth by up to 84%
infused with natural, skin-protecting emollients which have been shown to increase antioxidant activity by up to 89.7%
enriched with tripeptide-37, bamboo and pea extracts, which help diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
long-wearing, high definition formula
helps reduce pore size and provides oil and blemish control
features an exclusive complex, which helps reduce redness and skin irritation
uses the smallest particle size of coated pigments for seamless, smooth coverage
luxurious beauty balm glides onto skin and leaves a silky, powdery finish
ideal for all skin types and skin tones
oil-free, paraben-free and dermatologist tested

this product is already a favorite among our pro artists. here's what they have to say about it:

"i love the texture and how silky the skin feels after. it also kicks up the coverage of tinted moisturizer without any weight!" -jenn

"this product is amazing. all in one: evens out the skin, minimizes pores, reduces the look of fine lines, and has an amazing cooling sensation on the skin. i love this product!" -francesca

"my absolute favorite thing about beauty balm is the powdery finish it has on the skin - just a beautiful texture and finish. plus the packaging is very savvy." -tracy

"it absorbs oil and is weightless and undetectable on the skin. it's gorgeous!" -jason

"it's filled with fantastic ingredients that leave the skin feeling revived and balanced. it's good for both men and women too." -david

"i love all the amazing hydrating properties for the skin." -ginger

"i love that you can use it by itself or as a primer." -sulema

how to keep your holiday spirit alive

2012-01-18T20:17:00.000-08:00

stila fans! we love this amazing article from the NY times about keeping the holiday spirit alive with your makeup. sarah lucero shares her tips and insight about the bright and bold eye trends seen on the runway. according to sarah, our new jewel eye shadow allows you to have a piece of this eccentric trend, but still look approachable. how perfect!! try them today for an eye-catching look that is sure to shine all year long.

xoxo, stila

TWO for TUESDAYS!

2012-01-17T07:51:00.000-08:00

win TWO of our favorite convertible colors in today's TWO for TUESDAYS giveaway. one for an everyday look, and another for some pop. enter now and "like" this giveaway to share it with your friends.

comment and tell us how you discovered convertible color. we want to know how you learned about this cult favorite stila product! please include your email address.

***entries need to be received by the tonight at midnight. winner must live in the continental united states. xo, stila

give your skin a boost this winter

2012-01-15T20:50:00.000-08:00

does your skin need a boost? winter season can easily take its toll on your skin. instead of looking and feeling down, turn to makeup you can trust for instant pizazz! here are some suggestions.

illuminating tinted moisturizer. use this product all over. it's the perfect winter pick me up. it minimizes tired eyes, smoothes dry skin, and brings to life cheekbones.

beauty balm. this miracle in a tube works wonders. an HD beauty product that is first of it's kind. you'll get everything you need.

convertible color. because sometimes you need some color in your skin. take this multi-tasker with you wherever you go for extra color on your lips and cheeks.

happy winter stila fans! xoxo

dear singapore, we love you!

2012-01-12T17:02:00.000-08:00

sarah and janice stopped in singapore this week to discuss beauty and stila! what a wonderful place. we love our international fans and wish singapore's famous chili crab was closer to our home office.

xoxo, stila

TWO for TUESDAYS!

2012-01-10T10:39:00.000-08:00

TWO for TUESDAYS is back! today's giveaway features one of our favorite new products for spring - the smudge crayon. this waterproof crayon can be used as an eye shadow or an eyeliner. plus it has a built in sharpener! amazing. enter now to win kitten AND umber, and "like" this giveaway to share it with your friends.

comment and tell us what your favorite stila smudge proof product is. please include your email address!

***contest ends at midnight tonight. winner must live in the continental united states. xoxo, stila

winter HUES for your winter BLUES

2012-01-08T22:43:00.000-08:00

the winter blues are here. if you are suffering, forget medicine and move on to makeup. it's the perfect cure! makeup will enhance your mood in no time. here are some of our favorite shades:

bluefin smudgestick: the perfect hue for your winter blues. this seasonally appropriately eyeliner will highlight anyone's eyes. plus, it's a nice change from basic black.

gladiola convertible color: add some flush to your cheeks with this must-have. as a bonus, the color helps counteract dark circles. it's a great pick-me-up!

daring long wear lip color: go deeper on your lips. it's edgy, sexy, and on trend. it's the perfect way to make a statement this winter.

there's no need to feel down this winter! boost your confidence with makeup and you'll feel great everyday. xoxo, stila

alice + olivia baby buggy event

2011-12-13T20:16:00.000-08:00

last night stila was backstage at the alice + olivia baby buggy event. the "it" designer held an amazing charity fashion show in hollywood. check out the behind the scenes action and recreate the look with the following products:

perfect & correct foundation
brighten & correct concealer

chinois and moonlight eyeshadow
major major lash mascara

gerbera convertible color (cheeks)

lillium convertible color (lips)

don't miss our warehouse sale tomorrow!!!

2011-12-09T12:42:00.001-08:00

see you tomorrow for the best deals ever!!!! xoxo

WAREHOUSE SALE!

2011-12-02T05:58:00.000-08:00

the annual warehouse sale in los angeles is just around the corner. arrive early. there will be lines! we will see you next saturday! xoxo, stila

stila loves dancing with the stars!

2011-12-01T05:54:00.000-08:00

do you watch DWTS? we are huge fans of the show and we love their makeup team! check out this fun stila palette inspired by the show. how cute :)

for more behind the scenes info, visit their facebook page!

shop now!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2011-11-30T06:01:00.000-08:00

are you shopping our online warehouse sale??? we extended cyber monday to include a full week! this means you have until friday to save big on your favorite makeup items. shop now before we sell out.

xoxo, stila

a revengeful giveaway!

2011-11-29T12:43:00.000-08:00

do you watch the tv show revenge?? we love the show and are big fans of the actress, ashley madekwe. ashley is not only a talented actress, but she's also a great blogger! we think her blog is a must-read! visit it today and enter to win these stila goodies!!!

xoxo, stila

wish upon a teen

2011-11-23T06:27:00.000-08:00

stila was honored to be apart of wish upon a teen's "teen spa day" on monday at sonya dakar in beverly hills. we spent the day with young girls battling life threatening diseases. their strength and spirits were an inspiration to us all. check out some photos of the day below. the girls are so beautiful - inside and out!

we had the most amazing time with these girls! they made our day-we can only hope that we made theirs :)

TWO for TUESDAYS!

2011-11-22T09:32:00.000-08:00

happy early thanksgiving stila fans! we have so much to be thankful for at stila. and one thing we are always grateful for is that our eyeliner STAYS on. so today we decided to do a special TWO for TUESDAY giveaway in honor of one of our favorite products. one lucky winner will laugh, cry, swim, sleep, and more wearing these eyeliners! enter now to win both alloy and black stay all day liquid eyeliners and "like" this giveaway to share it with your friends!

comment and tell us what long wearing product from stila you are most thankful for. please include your email address.

***contest ends tonight at midnight. winner must live in the continental united states. xo, stila

eva loves glamoureyes!

2011-11-21T06:27:00.000-08:00

hey stila fans! if you are looking for a new mascara, then you might like the one eva mendes prefers. in style magazine recently asked eva what her makeup must-haves were and glamoureyes mascara was at the top of the list! she commented that this mascara, "goes on clean, not clumpy." so true! we love it!

breaking dawn's beauty secrets...

2011-11-16T14:09:00.000-08:00

are you counting down the hours until breaking dawn opens in theaters??? it's going to be an amazing movie and we are particularly excited for the wedding scene! yay! do you want to look like bella on your wedding day? check out the beauty secrets from breaking dawn here. stila's custom color blush is a must have for any bride! we love it.

FOUR for FRIDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2011-11-11T05:41:00.000-08:00

happy 11/11/11 stila fans! it's your lucky day. today's special FOUR for FRIDAY giveaway is amazing. win FOUR sparkle waterproof liquid eyeliners. enter now and "like" this giveaway to share it with your friends.

comment and tell us why you need these eyeliners. please include your email address.

***contest ends at midnight tonight. winner must live in the continental united states. xoxo, stila

DWTS makeup competition!

2011-11-09T06:38:00.000-08:00

hey stila fans! our friends at DWTS are having an amazing contest. the best 2 people to recreate nancy grace's devil look from the show will receive a stila goodie bag! if you think you've got what it takes, enter now on their fb page. here is the link to submit your pics! good luck :)

TWO for TUESDAYS!

2011-11-08T05:53:00.000-08:00

win big today. we are giving away two nail polish sets. one lucky winner will actually receive 8 nail polishes on this two for tuesday giveaway. these nail polishes will add a sparkle to anyone's life. so enter now and "like" this giveaway to share it with your friends.

comment and tell us where you plan on sporting these nail polishes. please include your email address.

***contest ends at midnight tonight. winner must live in the continental united states. good luck! xoxo, stila

pro artist tip of the week – it’s time for dark lips!

2011-11-07T05:56:00.000-08:00

november is here. whether you like it or not, the holiday season has officially begun. before you know it the turkey will be in the oven and the lights will be on the tree. make sure you combine the chaos of the season with a proper lip color. go a few shades darker. it’s festive and appropriate. here are some of our favorites.

caprice long wear lip color. the alternative to red. it’s festive and different. plus the matte finish is a great contrast to holiday jewel tones.

acai crush. for a bold red lip that won’t move. it’s the head turner you need for your holiday parties.

daring long wear lip color. for the vampy lip that combines a little edge and allure. it’s perfect for a romantic holiday occasion.

cranberry lip glaze. because we think your lips should shine all season long!

xoxo, stila

what the pros think you need this holiday...

2011-11-04T05:37:00.000-07:00

we asked our pro artists what stila products they thought made perfect holiday gifts. read below if you need ideas for that special someone!

sulema. the dream in full color palette is a dream palette for any artist or an aficionado of makeup - every color in the spectrum, shimmers, mattes, and the perfect black liner to compliment it. the best part - only 39 bucks!!! love it!

christine. illuminating tinted moisturizer is the perfect product for holiday parties and a great way to brighten dull skin - perfect during the winter in canada when your skin gets pale. this product is great to use in various ways - mix with foundation, wear alone, or use as a highlighter.

francesca. the best gift i could ever get from stila would be illuminating powder foundation to illuminate me, brighten & correct to conceal me, petunia convertible color to brighten me up, kitten eye shadow and yumberry crush for a pop of holiday cheer - all wrapped up in a pretty bow!!!

ginger. i stock up on the holiday lip glaze set at christmastime and break them apart to give to friends, teachers, neighbors, family, everyone! they make great stocking stuffers and the limited edition colors are so pretty. the lip glaze is also rich in vitamin e, which is a major must in colorado!

dominick. my favorite holiday gift is stila sun - especially during the winter holiday season when i feel a little pale. it gives the right amount of color without looking orange. my favorite part is that it brightens my skin without looking like i took a dive into the 70's disco pool. it's a perfect gift for anyone.

lidia. the sparkle eyeliners are unexpectedly beautiful from subtle sexy shimmer to dazzling jewel tones. they are the perfect festive gift that will bring a twinkle to anyone's eyes!

stephanie. i LOVE lover on my lips and gladiola on my cheeks. it's the perfect holiday look and i've started rocking it already. the red is oh-so-hydrating for the blustery pittsburgh days. and gladiola is a beautiful neutral to compliment this red lip look.

jason. everyone needs stila's stay all day liquid eyeliner. it's a beauty enhancement.

charles. kitten glitter eyeliner is the perfect gift to add glitz and glamour to any girl's look. this adds the right amount of shimmer in a soft, romantic light. beautiful!

david. my favorite product to gift for the holidays is kitten all over shimmer duo. when you are feeling lackluster, it provides the perfect pick me up. i love using it to add a soft glow to the cheekbones and eyes. plus when you pair it with illuminating tinted moisturizer it gives you that glowing goodness skin.

starr. everyone needs illuminating tinted moisturizer, sparkle liquid eyeliner, kitten silk shimmer gloss, and glamoureyes mascara - all wrapped up in a small lil' stock for holiday stila style!

tracy. custom color coral is what i recommend to everyone. it is just enough shimmer to brighten up your holiday look and the color goes with everything. i love the soft, youthful finish.

happy shopping!!! xoxo, stila

have you seen our holiday gift guide?

2011-11-03T06:12:00.000-07:00

stila's holiday gift guide offers great days on makeup for your friends and family. shop now while supplies last!

check out sarah's american salon cover!

2011-11-02T05:53:00.000-07:00

we love this american salon magazine cover. sarah lucero, stila's head artist, did the makeup. it's amazing! doesn't it make you want to go bold on your eyes and your lips?? try it. daring long wear lip color is a great lip color for the winter season. pair it with some sultry eyes and you are sure to have heads turning. xoxo, stila!

TWO for TUESDAYS!

2011-11-01T06:20:00.000-07:00

TWO for TUESDAYS!!! happy november stila fans! today one lucky winner will get two beach palettes - striking in south beach and wonderful in waikiki. enter now and "like" this collectible giveaway to share it with your friends.

comment and tell us what collectible stila palette is your favorite. please include your email address.

***contest ends at midnight tonight. winner must live in the continental united states. xoxo, stila

happy halloween stila fans!!

2011-10-31T11:15:00.000-07:00

happy halloween!!!!!!! we hope you all have exciting plans tonight. check out the black swan halloween makeup one of our graphic designers did using her favorite stila products. isn't it fantastic?!!!

xo, stila

have you seen our new nail polishes?

2011-10-28T06:18:00.000-07:00

stila's new nail polish sets are here just in time for the holiday season. we love them and can't wait to wear them all winter long. there's a color for every occasion. shop now!!

xoxo, stila

"PRO"file piece - francesca lemieux

2011-10-27T05:47:00.000-07:00

meet stila star francesca! she’s a city girl who was born and raised in chicago. francesca is passionate about life and all things stila. when she first discovered stila nearly 15 years ago she says, “it felt like home”. today she balances family life with her career. as the stila account executive over chicago, francesca has a lot of insight about fashion, the city, and keeping up with a fast-paced lifestyle. we asked her about it and how it affects her and her makeup routine.

what do you love about the city?

chicago is so clean. it is full of friendly, beautiful people. plus, it has great food, a great night life, and amazing shopping.

do you feel pressure to look perfect everyday in the city – sort of live the carrie bradshaw lifestyle?

not really. growing up in the makeup industry helped me keep up on the trends. and i love the classic look with a trendy edge.

does the fast-paced lifestyle of the city transfer into your makeup routine?

yes. the city makes life fast and i’m also a mom which makes my makeup routine 8 minutes tops.

how are fashions changing in the city now that summer is over?

it only gets better from here. the boots and scarves are starting to come out. also, there are great fall colors like plum, greens, and orange. they seem to be lighting up the streets of chicago.

is your makeup affected by the season change?

not really. my skin might need a little more moisture with the cold weather, but my makeup always stays the same. i might throw on a deeper lipstick J

regardless of location, what is one makeup tip every woman can implement in her routine?

never follow the shape of your eye when lining. always stop your eyeliner about 3 lashes to the end and pick up the liner a little into a small cat eye. this creates a lift in the eye making it more youthful.

is there one stila product you can’t live without?

OMG!!! yes. there are a couple. illuminating powder foundation is the best product ever made and i have worn it every day for the last 12 years. also, convertible color in petunia and gladiola are close seconds!

stila's at nordstrom!

2011-10-26T06:20:00.000-07:00

guess what? stila is now carried at select nordstrom stores in their brass plum department. stop by the next time you are shopping and pick up one of your must-have stila favs. here are the stores to visit:

alderwood , washington
michigan avenue
mall of america
south coast plaza
topanga
fashion valley
san fran
garden state
montgomery
ala moana, hawaii
merrick park, miami

happy shopping!!! xoxo, stila

TWO for TUESDAYS!

2011-10-25T06:00:00.000-07:00

we have a CRUSH on you today. we are giving away two of our favorite lip and cheek stains - cherry crush and yumberry crush. these fan favorites are a hot item for anyone looking for long wearing, natural lip and cheek color. enter now to win and "like" this giveaway to share it with your friends.

comment and tell us what your favorite crush color is. please include your email address.

***winner must live in the continental united states. contest ends tonight at midnight. good luck stila fans. xoxo

pro artist tip of the week - halloween makeup

2011-10-24T08:48:00.000-07:00

stila fans! halloween is almost here. have you determined what makeup you will be wearing on this fun day? it's the one day where going extreme is completely acceptable. try something you love but might be afraid of. or go all out with your favorite product so it really shines. here are our favorite products for halloween.

sparkle waterproof liquid eyeliner. looking for colorful eyes that shine? try these amazing eyeliners. bora bora and electric are fun colors for a lot of pop. and if you want you can blend them on your eyelid for more drama.

black smudge pot. need black makeup that will not budge. black smudge pot can do anything. we even use it on the lips! this versatile product is a must-have during halloween.

long wear liquid lip color. bold lips will enhance most costumes. colors like caprice and fiery will set you apart from the rest. and your lips will look amazing all night :)

happy halloween stila fans. xoxo

stila spends the day with living beauties

2011-10-20T06:36:00.000-07:00

last sunday stila spent the day with the foundation for living beauty, an organization that supports cancer survivors. our very own living beauty, sarah lucero, hosted this event. during the day, each living beauty was pampered by our stila pro artists. they also received a blowout from the prive hair team. then special portraits were taken. we loved celebrating each and every living beauty and their amazing beauty inside and out. here are some fun photos of the living beauties and our pro artists.

to learn more about this foundation check out their website. and to support their cause, purchase stila’s positive and pretty palette. a portion of their proceeds will go to this organization.

stila at the EMAs

2011-10-19T06:16:00.000-07:00

the stila team had a great time at the environmental media awards last weekend. we enjoyed teaming up with other great companies who support the environment. and we had so much fun glamming up the girls from entourage! they were amazing hosts! here are some fun photos from the night:

entourage babes in stila makeup :)

our beautiful eco-friendly booth.

some of the stila gang at the party!

***to learn more about our environmental initiatives visit our website.

TWO for TUESDAYS!

2011-10-18T06:29:00.000-07:00

today we are giving away TWO powder brushes. one for at home. and one for on the go. our brushes have received a lot of buzz this year, and if you win this giveaway you will see why! enter now and "like" this giveaway to share it with your friends.

comment and tell us what stila brush is your favorite. please include your email address. contest ends at midnight tonight.

***winner must live in the continental united states. thanks for entering. xoxo, stila

guest blog - vampy varnish

2011-10-14T06:05:00.000-07:00

meet kelly from vampy varnish. in her amazing guest post below, she shares some of her favorite stila products. learn more about her and read what she has to say!

there are some stila products that i absolutely adore and feel the need to discuss!

collectible palettes: i have a mild obsession with collecting these. i feel the need to get each one. i have at least 10-12 of them now! i love them for several reasons: they all have different designs on the front, they open like little books, they look great stacked, they include 4 eyeshadows and a convertible color or two blushes inside, they have a little mirror and instruction guide inside, and they are all different. most of all, i love that the price!

sparkle waterproof liquid eye liner: l love the colors they come in! they are so saturated and really make your eyes stand out. i especially am in love with the shades bora bora, rock candy, electric and flash. they really do last all day long and they're a great way to have a pop of sparkle on your eyes without looking like a disco ball.

long wear liquid lip color: i think these are some of the coolest lip products out there! they seem like a gloss because of the packaging and how they apply, but they are thick and SO extremely opaque like a lipstick. they feel soft and velvety then "set" and do not come off or budge. a tiny little bit goes a very long way! i have extremely dry lips and always worry about matte lip products. but while these are matte and do feel dry to the touch, they aren't drying on my lips. i haven't come across any other lip products that act like these do and i really hope they come out with more colors soon (hint, hint)!

stila smudge pots: my first ever experience with these was with the holiday 2009 collection which included the shades kitten, starry night, violet and black. i was totally impressed by these then and still am now. these are so creamy and smooth and easy to apply. the black is so deep and dark and lasts all day with no fading. speaking of these I think I need to pick up cobalt and black cat...

if you want to see photos and swatches of any of these products, check out my blog!

TWO for TUESDAYS!

2011-10-11T05:36:00.000-07:00

TWO for TUESDAYS continues with today's fabulous giveaway. if you love lip glaze, enter now to win. one lucky individual will receive these 6 glazes - enough to complete any look! don't forget to "like" this giveaway and share it with your friends.

then comment and tell us why you love stila lip glaze! please include your email address.

***winner must live in the continental united states. contest ends at midnight today. good luck stila fans! xoxo

pro artist tip of the week – coat like a pro

2011-10-10T06:33:00.000-07:00

mascara is a must-have product for all women. whether you are a natural beauty or a glamour girl, mascara will do wonders for your look. and many times how you use it makes all of the difference. in fact, when it comes to mascara, sometimes you just have to go for it!!! here are some helpful tips.

-wiggle the brush at your lash line to really coat the lashes. this also helps your lashes to look more separated.

-layer, layer, layer. if you want your lashes to look amazing, you might need to apply a few coats.

-use the point of the brush to help separate the lashes and add length.

-select the mascara that works for you. certain brushes might work better for you. keep this in mind. also, choose a formula that offers what you are looking for – length, volume, or curl. it’s ok to have a preference J

giveaway winners love stila classics!

2011-10-07T06:20:00.000-07:00

stila fans! thanks for entering our fun giveaways. we are excited to continue them on our blog and love to read your comments. we learn so much from each of you as you enlighten us on what you love right now! interestingly, our latest giveaway winners are in love with stila classic products - kitten eye shadow and grapefruit lip glaze.

these two products can transform anyone in minutes. it's no wonder they have been well-loved over the years! if you haven't used them, try them today!

guest blog - lara from the glossarie!

2011-10-05T12:56:00.000-07:00

introducing lara from the glossarie. learn more about her in this q&a below and read about what stila favs have become hers over the years!

hi beauties! my name is lara and write the glossarie. i have a full on obsession with pretty that was sparked solely by stila. my love affair began with the baked cheek duo in pink glow and grew to include rare and hard-to-find lip glaze shades like raisin, lemongrass, sugar plum and red apple.

a couple of years ago, i discovered kitten and it still remains my everyday eye shadow. i also fell hard for custom color blush, which gives my fair cheeks the most perfect pink pop. i swear by this blush and recommend it to friends and strangers left and right!

my stila fate was sealed when i had the opportunity to cover beauty backstage at NYFW this february and interviewed sarah lucero at lela rose. she inspired me to try a bold merlot lip using smudge pot and had me on pins and needles awaiting the launch of forever your curl.

stila still has a permanent spot in my heart and makeup bag with my latest find, brighten & correct concealer. it’s like a nap in a tube – i keep it in my purse and swipe it on before running into an event or buying appointment. i love that it goes on smoothly and is super easy to pat and blend. from baked cheek duo to brighten & correct, this brand can do no wrong. i’d love to hear your oldest and newest stila loves!

TWO for TUESDAYS!

2011-10-04T10:41:00.000-07:00

stila fans!!! introducing TWO for TUESDAYS! every tuesday enter to win 2 amazing stila products! today's giveaway honors breast cancer awareness month. we are giving away our new positive and pretty palette and a bubblegum lip glaze to one lucky winner. enter now and "like" this post to share the giveaway with your friends.

comment and tell us what your favorite pink stila product is. please include your email address!

***winner must live in the continental united states. contest ends tonight at midnight. xoxo, stila

pro artist tip of the week - party makeup!

2011-10-03T06:15:00.000-07:00

holiday season is just around the corner, which means parties galore! with all of the celebrating you have in store, we want to be sure you look and feel your best. here are a few tips to make the most of your party makeup.

-take your makeup up a level for the party you are attending. try darkening your eye shadow or wearing a bolder lip color.

-use long wearing products when you are going to a party. this way you can focus on the party and forget the touchup!

-wear a foundation that suits the party’s environment. the type of party can affect your skin. if it’s an outdoor event, you might prefer a foundation that is long wearing like perfect & correct. if it’s fancy and you want your skin to glow, you might consider illuminating liquid foundation.

-add some shimmer. kitten all over shimmer is the perfect finishing touch to any party makeup look. it’s subtle and effective.

-apply one more coat of mascara, just because. we love mascara and you’re going to a party so coat away!

shop for a good cause

2011-09-30T05:48:00.000-07:00

tomorrow breast cancer awareness month begins. in honor of all the women living with cancer and those who have survived, stila created this amazing palette. pick up your very own “positive and pretty” palette. a portion of the proceeds from the sale of this palette will go to breast cancer research and the betterment of women living with cancer.

have a great weekend stila fans!!

xoxo

giveaway – win this amazing palette!

2011-09-28T05:39:00.000-07:00

attention stila fans!!! we have an amazing giveaway today! if you want your makeup dreams to come true, you need this “dream in full color palette”. it comes with 29 eye shadows, 7 cheek colors, a stingray smudge stick eyeliner, and a step-by-step guide to help you master all sorts of fun looks! enter now and “like” this page to share this giveaway with your friends!!

comment and tell us what eyeshadow color you have been dreaming of wearing this fall. Please include your email address.

***winner must live in the continental united states. contest ends oct 4^th at midnight.

sarah on hsn!

2011-09-27T09:34:00.000-07:00

check out sarah on hsn using our perfect & correct foundation. it’s one of her faves and definitely a must-have!

here are some tips to make the most of this foundation:

-apply it with the #33 brush for an airbrushed finish.

-start in the center of the face where you need the most coverage, blend from there.

-layer the foundation where needed for more coverage.

-for a matte finish, top with illuminating powder foundation.

teen vogue young hollywood fashion show

2011-09-27T05:50:00.000-07:00

check out stila backstage at the teen vogue young hollywood fashion show last friday. we worked makeup artist, geoffrey rodriguez, to create a bold, 60’s inspired cat eye for the runway.

use the facechart below to get the look from the show. for the boldest cat eye, line first with smudge pot using the #28 brush. then add liquid liner for depth and precision!

pro artist tip of the week – curl those lashes

2011-09-26T06:06:00.000-07:00

at stila we love great looking lashes. and most of the time, great lashes begin with a nice curl. some of us are simply blessed with lashes that curl on cue. however, others need to work for that curl. since most of us need a little help to get our lashes curled, here are some helpful tips.

use an eyelash curler. don’t be afraid of this useful tool. it can lift the lashes in no time. avoid clamping for minutes creating a harsh line in the lashes. instead, try clamping for a few seconds and move up the lashes and clamp again for a more subtle, natural curl.

add in individual lashes. individual lashes can create the illusion of curl, especially on the outer half of the eye. try adding a few flares the next time you need your lashes to look amazing.

coat with the right mascara. we love stila’s forever your curl mascara for fluffy, curled lashes. this mascara is a must-have anyone who’s lashes lose curl easily. plus the pigment is amazing!

the best $14 you will ever spend.

2011-09-22T06:57:00.000-07:00

check out this new palette! It’s magical. get yours before it’s gone. it promises to be the best $14 you will ever spend on makeup. 4 eye shadows, blush, and a highlighter! amazing. while you’re at it, complete the look with your favorite lip color.

xoxo, stila

stila at the hbo emmys after party!

2011-09-21T05:48:00.000-07:00

stila was honored to be part of the emmy festivities. we teamed up with hbo to provide on site touchups at their amazing emmy after party. this party was definitely the place to be if you wanted to hang with in crowd. we loved seeing our favorite celebs from tv’s hottests shows. check out these fun photos from the night!

btw. just in case you’re wondering what everyone’s emmy makeup must-haves were – here they are… lip glaze, pressed powder, and custom color blush!

xoxo, stila

makeup trends from the emmys

2011-09-20T05:33:00.000-07:00

check out these fun videos from E! featuring emmy makeup looks we love.

sofia vergara looked stunning. we loved the color and think anyone could recreate her red carpet glow with custom color coral and mango crush topped with serenade long wear lip color.

julie bowen’s classic smoky eye and nude lip is perfect on the red carpet. it’s easy to recreate with the darker shades of the in the light palette and in the nude long wear lip color!

lastly, who doesn’t love lea michele? we do. she hit a homerun with her makeup. You can too with a little stay all day liquid eyeliner in black and peony convertible color. works like a charm – every time!

pro artist tip of the week – contour those cheek bones!

2011-09-19T06:41:00.000-07:00

makeup artists have several tricks up their sleeves when they are enhancing people’s features. and contouring is one secret weapon to be relied on always. why? it helps make the most of your features in no time, specifically the cheekbones! want cheekbones as well? we have three must-have products that you can contour with daily.

stila sun bronzer. dust this on the hollow of your cheeks to create a shadow/contour. the velvet matte texture is ideal for shading.

kitten all over shimmer. brush this shimmer along the cheekbone, creating a soft highlight. this draws the light to the correct part of your face and gives you instant cheekbones.

#24 brush. this multitasker is perfect for contouring. use the fluffy side with the bronzer and the small side with the shimmer. it works like a charm everytime!

betsey johnson runway makeup nyfw spring 2012

2011-09-16T05:44:00.000-07:00

we love betsey at stila! it's always a privilege when we have the opportunity to work with her at fashion week. this season the look was colorful and all about the lip! here's the info you need to recreate it on your own. also, make sure to check out this set online inspired by the show!

stila’s #33 brush wins allure best beauty award for “best concealer brush”!

2011-09-15T06:10:00.000-07:00

have you tried our #33 brush yet? this double-ended complexion brush allows you to perfect all areas of your face in minutes. we love it. and so does allure magazine. they recently gave it a best beauty award for the “best concealer brush”. according to the allure editors, “dark circles and flaming pimples are no match for the double-ended stila brush. the stiff bristles on one end give precision coverage; switch to the fluffly side to buff out the edges.” amazing! we are honored. get yours today if you don’t have one already!

alice + olivia nyfw spring 2012

2011-09-14T05:42:00.000-07:00

get the look from the alice + olivia spring 2012 nyfw presentation on monday. it was amazing and so colorful! we loved it! use the facechart below as a helpful guide and purchase this set inspired by the show.

xoxo, stila

stila at FNO

2011-09-13T11:21:00.000-07:00

hey stila fans! check out some of our fun FNO photos! we had a great time. did you??

don’t miss the pro team in nyc this weekend

2011-09-08T11:28:00.000-07:00

nyc stila fans!!! don’t miss your chance to get your makeup done by one of our stila pros in nyc. they are prepping for fashion week this weekend and ready for you. stop by one of these stores to see what looks they love for fall.

friday sept 9^th

union square sephora

12-7

saturday sept 10^th

5^th ave sephora

12-7

sunday sept 11^th

times square sephora

12-7

***free smudgestick with an appointments! xoxo, stila

eva mendes loves forever your curl mascara

2011-09-07T09:52:00.000-07:00

hey stila fans! the beautiful and talented eva mendes recently told vanity fair that forever your curl mascara is her fav! the mascara was featured in their latest beauty blog, “what’s on eva mendes's vanity table?”

if you haven’t tried it yet, go out and get a tube today. there’s a reason eva loves it. it’s amazing!!!

xoxo, stila

stila’s FNO guide

2011-09-06T12:34:00.001-07:00

to our NYC and LA stila fans - here’s a FNO guide especially for you! use it to make sure you don’t miss out on all the great things happening with stila this thursday! we love FNO and are so excited to be participating in it with so many different vendors!

NYC…

stop by sephora in soho. get your makeup touched up, have a fashion illustrator create a stila girl in your image, and pick up the must-have cc skye clutch filled with our favorite stila eyeliners. 6-10pm

join us at ROXY in soho as we search for the next ROXY girl. our very own sarah lucero is one of the judges. this is an open casting call and a great opportunity for anyone hoping to make their dreams come true. 6-9pm

be a betsey babe in soho at betsey johnson. get excited for betsey’s runway show on monday while stila pro artists touchup your makeup for a night on the town. cartwheels are encouraged! 6-10pm

LA…

celebrate in santa monica at fred segal. music, catering, and more. most importantly, stila will be on site to help attendees select the perfect fall lip. 7-10pm

make the most of melrose at betsey johnson. let stila touchup your makeup to compliment your betsey style. red lips welcome! 6-10pm

stila loves ROXY beach house

2011-09-05T05:42:00.000-07:00

stila is so happy to be apart of ROXY's quik pro event in ny this year. we have been on site at the ROXY beach house doing makeovers all weekend! it's been amazing. even better, we get to spend more time with our friends at ROXY next week during FNO as we search for the next ROXY girl. it's going to be a blast. click here for more details about the event.

happy labor day stila fans!!!!

guest blog – soo from makeup bunny

2011-09-02T05:55:00.000-07:00

at stila we believe that makeup is as individual as your signature. meet soo from makeup bunny. in this guest post, we see her favorite stila products - new and old. see how she has fun using them for a colorful, peacock inspired look below.

this look is based on our best-selling in the light palette with a pop of color. soo uses smudge sticks to add drama and color to the look! see what products she used in the picture below!

are YOU the next ROXY girl?

2011-09-01T05:49:00.000-07:00

do you want to model in exotic locations? is your ideal life spent outside on the beach or in the mountains? then life as a ROXY model might be just for you!

stop by the open casting call at the ROXY soho store on FNO as stila, ROXY, next casting agents, and seventeen magazine editors select the new ROXY girl. stila’s very own sarah lucero will be one of the judges!

stop dreaming and start living! you could be the next ROXY girl!

sept 8^th

ROXY soho

519 broadway, nyc

6pm-9pm

E! news comes to stila

2011-08-31T06:05:00.000-07:00

last week E! news came to our very own stila studios! check out sarah recreating some of her top trends shown below on these facecharts!

make sure you tune in to E! news on friday for this amazing beauty segment. we've already set our dvrs!! xo, stila

pro artist tip of the week – the natural lip

2011-08-29T06:21:00.000-07:00

for what seems like forever the nude lip has been a go-to. sultry eyes and nude lips is a look to be relied on. and while the nude lip is still a great option, we also like the natural lip. what’s the difference? The natural lip is exactly what it sounds like – a lip color that looks like lips. it’s not overstated or understated. it’s easy, pretty, and it's a great go-to lip option for your day-to-day makeup needs. here are some tips to help you with your natural lip look.

-a good natural lip provides a flush of color. for most people it is one shade darker than their natural lip color.

-what eye makeup should you wear with the natural lip? it’s up to you. however, if your eye makeup is subtler, bump up your blush!

-there is not one hue of the natural lip. your natural lip shade depends on your skintone. for some it’s a brown, for others it’s a light pink, etc.

-what to try? try a lip & cheek stain in cherry, yumberry, or coconut. also, the lipglazes are always a great go-to because they are sheer and provide a nice punch of color on the lips.

happy friday!

2011-08-26T06:13:00.000-07:00

happy friday stila fans!!!!!!!! have an amazing weekend. what are you doing? we will be wearing our sparkle waterproof liquid eyeliners at the beach!

xoxo, stila

in style magazines top fall beauty trends

2011-08-23T06:06:00.000-07:00

have you received your september issues? beauty and fashion gurus alike know that september is the month for magazines, when the designers unveil their fall trends. we've spent hours studying september issues - just to make sure we are up to speed. and this year, it looks like we've hit the jackpot! in style magazine used our stay all day liquid eyeliner to create what they are calling the "punk harlequin" trend - one of their favorites for fall. we love it and we can't get enough of this eyeliner.

get your eyeliner today for this edgy look or for that classic cat eye that we all love! xoxo, stila

guest blog - jackie's stila story

2011-08-19T06:31:00.000-07:00

meet jackie from beauty chaotic. her stila story about one of our favorite vintage products is inspiring and gives you a small peak into the life of a beauty blogger!

it was the summer of 2008 when a broken heart led me into the world of blogging. i was sad and distraught, searching for a way to occupy my mind on those lonely evenings spent in my apartment drinking wine, listening to amy winehouse and thinking about the guy who jilted me. originally i planned on starting a celebrity gossip blog à la perez hilton to keep me busy. but then a friend suggested i ditch the celebrity gossip idea and write about something i was even more passionate about - beauty.

it seemed like such an obvious choice. i couldn’t believe i hadn’t thought of it myself. i’ve always had an affinity for the glamorous things in life, even as a child when i was sneaking into my mother’s makeup drawer and wreaking havoc around the house - and my face -with her candy apple red lipstick.

so I went to work, staying up nights on my hot pink laptop, researching other blogs, thinking of story ideas and going over design options. it took months before i was satisfied with what i had created, but finally on christmas eve of 2008, i launched my site. at first i stuck to what i knew - product reviews, awards show fashion critiques and the occasional makeup how-to. but as my readership grew so did the demand for something i had never done before – a smoky eye makeup tutorial.

i knew nothing about how to create a smoky eye. honestly, I didn’t know much about how to apply eye shadow at all, outside of the basic highlight color all over the lid. so with limited funds and an open mind i headed to my local sephora in search of help and discovered the stila smoky eye talking palette.

i'd been considering investing in a palette for a while, and decided now would be a good time since it came with everything i needed, including instructions. so with the last money i had until payday i bought two palettes – the platinums and the bronzes. and what a great investment it was! i'd just moved out on my own and money was scarce, so for months those two palettes were the only eye shadows I owned.

and boy did I make the best out of what i had! i came up with every possible combination i could out of those 8 shadows - the silver smokey eye, the platinum smokey eye, semi-smokey eyes, dramatic smokey eyes, even the platinum/bronzy smokey eye. that one was a stretch, i know. but hey, it worked.

i was 5 months into my blogging adventure when heartbreak struck again - but this wasn't some boy toying with my heart. it was a million times worse: my little brother was killed in a car accident. shocked, devastated, and broken, i was beside myself with grief and had no idea how to cope. i wanted to stop working, stop blogging, stop living. the pain was simply too much for me to handle.

one night a few weeks later i was in my apartment once again, sipping wine, listening to music and crying my eyes out when the urge to film a tutorial struck. i knew it was something. I didn’t want to give up and more importantly something my brother wouldn’t want me to give up. so I dried my tears, pulled out my platinum palette and filmed yet another smoky look – this time a shimmery silver eye with hot pink lips look that i still wear to this day.

that’s when the healing began. i spent the majority of my summer filming tutorial after tutorial with the same two palettes – to keep my blog going but to keep my heart going as well. by the time fall rolled around i had used nearly all the eye shadows to the very last bit, scraping the final remnants out of the pans with a paper clip.

i’ve come a long way since those days. my blog and youtube channel are both doing well and i’ve amassed a giant makeup collection that requires an entire wall to store. i have everything a blogger could need at my disposal - hundreds of eye shadows, lip glosses, blushes and eyeliners are now at my fingertips. but it all started with two stila smoky eye talking palettes and i’ll never forget that. and though they were emptied long ago, i still have the two empty palettes to remind me of where i started, how far i’ve come and how far I have yet to go.

beautiful brows are always in fashion

2011-08-18T05:48:00.000-07:00

we love brows. they are bold and beautiful and so on trend. these amazing brows pictured above are a favorite of ours from the september Issue of W magazine. they are practically perfect. recreate them using our stay all day brow color!

"PRO"file piece - tracy sharpe

2011-08-17T05:52:00.000-07:00

introducing sales and artistry executive, tracy sharpe! she is incredible - a california native, enthusiast, optimist, hard-working, spirited individual who adds so much to the stila team. tracy has over 20 years of experience in the industry. when she is not working, tracy spends much of her time volunteering with different charities. read the q&a below to learn more about her charity work and the effect that it has had.

how long have you been participating in charity work and what led you to start?

i’ve been doing charity work since i was little. my parents always taught me to help those who can’t help themselves. i lost a 7 year old nephew to leukemia and that too motivated me to become more involved.

what charities are you involved with?

CB2U, humain society, leukemia, women of the year for leukemia by niello foundation, children's receiving home of sacramento, susan g. komen., ovarian cancer awareness, burn victims society awareness, spca, aspca, autism, and a few others.

does charity work help you stay positive?

yes. i learned from my parents that “life is what you make it”. this is the way i have always tried to live and i am fortunate to be involved with such great organizations.

is there anything that stands out from your charity work – a most memorable moment?

yes indeed. my son could never talk about the fact that his cousin died from leukemia. in 2007, i collected $88,000 for a charity contest. when i was announced the winner of the challenge, my son decided to film a national video depicting his feelings about loosing a loved one to this ugly disease. this video was a blessing to me and to all who saw it.

through your service, you build others confidence. is it the same when you are working as a makeup artist?

definitely. there are those individuals who have a low self esteem and need to build on that. i believe makeup can help. often, as i work with these people, i hope that the relationship i build when applying makeup will actually make an even bigger difference.

so one last question. what stila products bring you the most happiness?

WOW. so many. the brushes, of course. i love the lip glazes. they are amazing. i also think the eye shadows are the best quality i have ever seen. and my new favorite is the kitten all over shimmer. i think it lights up everyone’s face!

pro artist tip of the week – wedding makeup guide

2011-08-16T05:44:00.000-07:00

at stila, we are no strangers to wedding makeup. in fact, we love using stila on brides. it’s a perfect pair for that special day. however, we do have some suggestions for wedding makeup. whether you hire someone or do your own makeup, keep this guide in mind. it will ensure you look amazing on the big day.

use makeup to enhance your features. we all love makeup. but it’s your big day, and you want to see you, not your makeup. you can go bold if you feel like it, but do it in the right way!

bump up your lip and cheek color. there’s a reason for the ever-popular phrase “the blushing-bride”. embrace it. you won’t look like a clown with a little more color and you’ll definitely look better in the pictures.

leave the colors for the bridesmaid’s dresses. a wedding is a great occasion for fun colors. however, these colors can be distracting when it comes to makeup – particularly with the eyes. instead, stick with neutral tones to enhance your eyes. try our new in the light palette if you need color options!

when in doubt, use waterproof. waterproof products are always a good idea for weddings. if there is a waterproof option, use it!

fall tips from sulema

2011-08-12T06:03:00.000-07:00

hi stila fans! have you tried any of our new fall products? we are in love with them and have found so many fun ways to use them. need inspiration or ideas to make the most of these amazing products?? here are a few pro tips from one of our pro artists, sulema fernandez-honn.

-combine custom color coral with kitten all over shimmer for beautiful cheeks! sulema loves using the #24 brush. she applies custom color coral to the apples of the cheeks with the fluffy end of the brush. then she uses the flat end of the blush to highlight the cheekbones with kitten all over shimmer!

-moss liquid liner is the emerald color sulema’s been hoping for this fall. she loves it for a bold cat eye. she’s been using it with the lighter shades of the in the light palette and topping the look off with topaz kajal eyeliner in the inner rim of the eye for the perfect finishing touch.

-layering eyeliner has allowed sulema to get the depth and drama she’s looking for with her liner. what are her favorite combos? she likes stay all day liquid eyeliner in black under bluefin smudgestick and alloy liquid liner mixed with triggerfish smudgestick for an intense gunmetal finish.

try these tips soon so you can look amazing!!! have a great weekend! xoxo, stila

congrats to our blog winner!

2011-08-10T06:22:00.000-07:00

we are excited to announce that "not2haute just right" won the giveaway on our blog! she will now be the proud owner of our extremely popular in the light palette. congrats. she commented and said,

"i love stila. and i'm very tawny, so i'd really work this set. "in the light" has all the right shades. i can keep-it-casual with the top row or glam-it-up with the bottom row"

such great tips! as pro artists, we love using the shadows in this palette damp with our number 15 brush!!! try it next time you pull out the palette. you will love.

four fall looks we love

2011-08-09T05:45:00.000-07:00

hey stila fans. check out these four fall looks we love. any of them will ensure that you stay on trend for the season. what is your favorite? we are having a hard time choosing!

pro artist tip of the week – dramatic eyes

2011-08-08T06:15:00.000-07:00

a few weeks ago we were hanging out with E! news and ken paves for some fun ambush makeovers. we recreated some of today’s top trends including the dramatic eye – think kim kardashian! this look was described as makeup, on top of makeup, on top of makeup. sounds intense? not necessarily. it’s about using the right products in the right way. here’s some tips.

-start with black smudge pot as an eye shadow base. apply this to the lashline for depth and blend up for a diffused, smoky look.

-top this with ebony eyeshadow. layer and blend for a smoky, diffused look. apply dune eyeshadow on the brow bone to polish the look.

-rim your eyes with lots of onyx kajal eyeliner.

-finish by lining with stay all day liquid eyeliner in carbon black. then coat your lashes with several coats of major major lash mascara.

did you know our website has reviews??!

2011-08-05T05:49:00.000-07:00

stila’s website now offers reviews from users like you. read what others have to say and review your favorite products now! here’s what some of our fans have to say about some of our products.

one step correct. the multi-tasker I’ve been hoping for! this was my 1st purchase of stila and i am head over heels for it. Nnt only does it control shine (oily t-zone gals), it corrects all tone issues (uneven tone gals) and works to tighten, firm and reduce pores (aging and tone concerned gals)! what more could a girl want.....more stila!

custom color blush. magic blush. i love this blush because it really does just customize to your skin, it look different on my tan skin compare to my friend's pale skin. both look good, and so i don't have to worry about switching blush for winter time. one for all is what I called this blush. love it!

stay all day liquid eyeliner. stays through it all. THIS EYELINER ROCKS. it stays through anything i do! working out, going to the pool, even surfing! lovelovelove.

sarah's fall trends

2011-08-04T05:59:00.000-07:00

hey stila fans. stay on trend this fall with these top 4 trends from our very own sarah lucero.

-monochromatic metallic makeup. try using metallic eye shadows in neutral tones to recreate this trend. we love our in the light eye shadow palette for this look. use the shadows wet or dry to vary your look and take it from day to night.

-graphic colorful cat eyes. head back to the 60s for inspiration with this trend. mascara isn’t always enough to amp up your eyes. if you are afraid of black, the new shades of our liquid eyeliner in alloy and moss are great alternatives for a bold cat eye.

-red lips “vintage merlot”. a confident, sophisticated, daring, and strong woman will always bust out a bold lip color. bold lips are glamorous. try stila’s long wear liquid lip color in fiery for the ideal shade.

-bold brows. amazing brows transform your look and enhance your features. try individually drawing on hairs with our new stay all day brow color. this way they look bold but not overdone.

giveaway - win the best selling "in the light" palette!!!!

2011-08-03T06:10:00.000-07:00

it seems like everyone is in love with our new in the light palette. this portable, compact palette comes with 10 eye shadows and an amazing chocolate brown smudge stick eyeliner allowing for limitless looks. we are in love. win your palette today by entering our giveaway and "like" this page to share it with your friends.

comment and tell us what you love about this palette. we want to know! please include your email address.

***winner must live in the continental united states. deadline for entry is tuesday, august 9th at midnight.

xoxo, stila

guest blog - cindy from prime beauty

2011-08-02T05:51:00.000-07:00

cindy from prime beauty is on a mission - a mission to help women over 40 look and feel their best. in her guest post she explains how to create a summery bronze goddess look appropriate for women over 40.

let's face it ladies, when you hit 40 things change. the time for glitter lashes, bright colors and disco ball shimmer are over - it just looks like you're trying too hard, not to mention highlighting all the things we over 40 women are trying to hide! stila is not just for the younger crowd - there are lots of great products created with us over 40 women in mind. here are some of my favorites for a fresh and easy summer look:

stila one step bronze - a triple threat and ideal for aging skin, stila one step bronze combines, bronzer, primer and illuminator in one product! resembling a soft swirl ice cream cone, the formula contains three illuminating bronzers: matte bronze with copper undertone - to bronze, bronze with pink undertone - to enhance skin tone and illuminate and kitten - to brighten, illuminate and help diminish the appearance of sun spots. mixing the three shades ensures a soft natural look as opposed to the dreaded faux orange. it's oil free and melts into your skin. It can be used alone or over foundation as a bronzer, applying to the high points of the face. i prefer to mix it with my foundation to deepen the color and give me a natural bronze glow.

stila custom color blush -i have to admit, when i read that this blush would react with your own skin's PH to create a custom shade i was skeptical - very skeptical, but i thought "what's the harm in trying, right?" i have been pleasantly surprised, i love this blush! although scary bright in the pan, on me it transforms into a fresh sun-kissed flush that is SO natural looking! It looks like I've been sitting on a beach sipping a cocktail out of a pineapple i wish!) - a reddish-pink cheek that looks healthy and youthful. the texture is extremely light and silky so it kind of "floats" on top of lines and wrinkles. it applies like a dream and you can layer for more intensity if desired. on my friend it's a brighter baby pink that suits her skin tone. you've got to try this, it won't look powdery or cakey--perfect for over 40 women!

stila eye shadow trio in gilded- i adore stila eye shadows, the texture is unbeatable. they are powdery, silky and blend like buttah! I also think they do an exceptional job with these trios. each trio is comprised of a base shade, a crease shade and a liner in order to create a complete eye look in minutes. gilded is perfect for a summer bronzy look; a shimmery peachy beige for an all over wash from the lash line to under the brow bone, a gorgeous bronze to use in the crease and a deep matte brown as a liner. the shimmer in stila's shadows are so finely milled that they appear more like a sheen instead of sparkly. too much glitter or sparkle on older eyes tends to emphasize lines, but these shadows make eyes glow.

stila smudge stick waterproof eye liners - i can't get enough of these! they are retractable and glide on effortlessly. i prefer stick eyeliners, mostly because i'm lazy and klutzy and using a brush takes some finesse (which I clearly don’t have). these are versatile in that you can draw a fine line (for under lower lashes) or draw a thick line and smudge. all the colors are spectacular, not a bad one in the bunch–i like lionfish for the bronze goddess look. these liners also passed my rigorous testing in texas summer heat and humidity. i like the texture of smudge sticks; they are soft and creamy so they don't pull or tug on older eye lids. the shimmer is subdued and adds interest.

crush lip & cheek stains - raspberry crush was the very first lip stain I ever tried and it got me hooked me right away. i now have four shades and my collection is growing. i really love these which makes it difficult to chose a favorite but with the look above, I think either raspberry or mango would work nicely. the stain is very thin, almost watery and both raspberry and mango have ultra fine shimmer, making them ideal for summer evening cocktails on the deck or around the pool. i like to layer with a gloss on top although it's not necessary. stila lip glaze in fruit punch works with either stain and smells exactly like fruit punch - makes me want to eat it!

with these awesome stila products i can create a bronzed goddess look that's easy and age appropriate for us over 40 women. the look is ideal for summer--bronzed skin with a natural flush, light eyes that pop and bright lips!

the uk loves stila!

2011-07-29T05:51:00.000-07:00

stila is back in the uk and they are sooooooooo excited. check out this page in grazia magazine filled with convertible colors - a fan favorite out there. doesn't it make you happy? it sure makes us smile. also, they are loving our new forever your curl mascara. if you haven't tried it yet, pick up one today. it's amazing!!!!!

elessa and dom talk stila!

2011-07-28T06:25:00.000-07:00

check out this fun video from imats with elessa from pursebuzz. elessa talks makeup, bags, and stila with dom! for more info on elessa, check out our pro community. she is the featured artist on the site right now. go elessa! we love you!

guest blog - heather from hello beautiful

2011-07-27T06:13:00.000-07:00

We are excited to share an amazing review of our smudgestick eyeliners! Like all of us at stila, heather from hello beautiful is in love with this fantastic product. Read why below and check out the q&a to learn more about her.

i love my stila smudgestick!

love stila's smudgepots but hate the fuss? the stila smudgestick is a smudgepot in an easy to apply eyeliner applicator. true to stila form, this liner is extremely pigmented, and the staying power is second to none. the best part? once you've applied this liner, it literally doesn't budge! this liner doesn't flake, transfer, or fade. the color range is beautiful; my personal favorite is stingray; a very rich matte black. atila also has colors ranging from a beautiful slate blue (blue ribbon), to a must-have bronze sheen shade (lionfish). and this liner will last you a very long time. a little goes a loooong way! here is why I put stila above all other traditional pen/pencil eyeliners:

pigmentation: atila is best known for their superior color pigmentation - the smudgestick is no exception

ease of use: this retractable eyeliner glides on smoothly and blends easily

waterproof: yes, this is actually a waterproof liner

color range: stila's colors range from rich matte to eye-catching shimmer shades

smudge-ability: this product can be smudged; however, it does set quickly

this pencil is not meant for the waterline, though. you are better off using a stila kajal eyeliner or the traditional smudgepot for the waterline.

stila is a fantastic company with consistently superior and innovative products; the smudgestick is no exception and i highly recommend it!

want more beauty reviews? visit my youtube channel!

NY mag suggests stila lip products!

2011-07-26T05:44:00.000-07:00

have you ever visited nymag.com? they are a great resource for everything that is “NOW”. who are the hottest designers? they know. what places should you be frequenting. they will tell you. and they even offer amazing beauty advice. in their latest shop-a-matic feature they showcased their must-have lip products, 2 of them being stila favorites! we agree with their choices. bubblegum lip glaze and coconut crush are amazing for the perfect natural pout with a little pop. try them together. it’s one of our go-to combos!

xoxo, stila

miami swim week with l space

2011-07-22T06:10:00.000-07:00

last week we had a blast working with backstage with l space at miami swim week. sarah lucero created the makeup look for their new collection that debuted on the runway in miami. we loved everything about the show, from the swimwear, to the amazing models, to the beautiful makeup. use this guide below to recreate the makeup look:

complexion:
perfect & correct

eyes:
natural eye palette (kitten, gilded, sandstone eyeshadows, damsel smudgestick)
tiger's eye kajal eyeliner
forever your curl mascara
stay all day brow color

cheeks:
custom color coral

lips:
gladiola convertible color
lemongrass lip glaze

have a great weekend stila fans!!! xoxo

don't miss stila's pro team in LA this weekend!

2011-07-21T05:48:00.000-07:00

hey stila fans! our entire pro team is in LA this week. we have had so much fun catching up with them and now it's your turn! learn their tips and tricks firsthand at one of our LA sephoras. beauty lessons will be taking place all day, so make sure you stop by the location closest to you. here are the details:

friday
fashion square 12-6
century city 1-7
manhattan beach 1-7

saturday
santa monica 1-7
hollywood 1-7
americana 2-8

christine avanti shares her healthy beauty tips!

2011-07-20T05:43:00.000-07:00

last week, we were on the set of the photoshoot for christine avanti’s new book. christine, a top la nutritionist shared some of her healthy beauty tips while the fabulous viviana martin did her makeup for the shoot. check out these fun photos of viv and christine, and read below to learn how food can enhance your appearance.

-tired of puffiness under the eyes? christine says that coconut water is a great option to reduce puffiness. she also recommends caffeine if you are in a punch.

-want your skin to look better? add omega 3s to your diet. foods like salmon, walnuts, and grass fed beef are all great sources of omega 3s.

-what about damaged hair? we all want healthy looking hair that grows. according to christine, the vitamin biotin is your best bet for generating results with your hair.

thanks christine for your amazing tips. and viv, we loved the makeup – especially the new custom color blush in coral! it looks amazing on christine!

xoxo, stila

"PRO"file piece - shelby hardie

2011-07-19T06:09:00.000-07:00

we are thrilled to introduce to you our multi-talented sales & artistry executive and pro artist shelby hardie. shelby oversees WA, OR, ID, UT, and quebec for stila. she grew up on whidbey island, spending the majority of her time outside. however, in 8th grade she learned french, a skill that still comes in handy for her today. in fact, whenever she travels to quebec, shelby is able to educate and train on makeup in french, the primary language of the area. how amazing, right? read more about shelby and her love of the french language below in this fantastic q&a.

many consider language one of the arts – do you agree?
having a proclivity to learning language with ease is an art of love. we all have special talents - some are excellent at math, others cook extraordinary things with few ingredients, some can make music, and some can paint a canvas that will transport you. i feel if you have a true passion for a language you can possess it and let your love for that particular language guide you in fearlessly conversing with native speakers. that is part of the trick, not being afraid to actually use your new found language skills, knowing that you will indeed make mistakes, but that’s how we learn.

what are the benefits of speaking to someone in their native tongue?
first and foremost, it opens your world up and you meet people that you may not have conversed with otherwise. i speak a couple of other languages as well and have had so much fun meeting people from other cultures and also learning from them. i enjoy the bemused yet relieved look on someone's face when i let them know that i speak their language.

is it difficult to describe makeup in the french language?
no. i will admit though, i had to learn some new vocabulary before my first trainings in quebec. i had to learn words like: high definition, shimmery, opalescent and waterproof. one of the things that i enjoy about learning other languages is that their are words that we don’t have in english. in french there is a really cool way to say “its bright and beautiful”; the translation in french is “ca flash!” it's one of my favorite expressions!

do people in the same region tend to like the same products or does it vary?
i find that women are very similar everywhere. in quebec, they love bright colors and are always interested in new technique. they're fascinated and drill me on every detail of new york fashion week. i do find however, that women in montreal are extremely discerning. you HAVE to explain in detail why a product is a must have and absolutely apply it on the client.

what is one product that everyone loves no matter where you go?
actually, there are three products that everyone loves no matter where i go: stay all day waterproof eyeliner in carbon black, one step correct, as well as our stains. all are favorites all over the world!

pro artist tip of the week – how to use stay all day waterproof brow color

2011-07-18T06:11:00.000-07:00

at stila, we love brows. bold brows dominate the runways of new york fashion week. and you can easily recreate this trend with our new stay all day waterproof brow color. we love it. here are some tips to make the most of this waterproof product!

-create “hair like” strokes with the felt tip point to shape the brow. use light pressure and follow your brows natural hair growth.

-the stay all day brow color can be used to create a soft shadow or to shade behind the natural hairs of your brows. this creates the appearance of a polished and groomed brow.

-we love to use this product to fill in scars in the brow area and to enhance the appearance of thin brows.

-this product is ideal for events when you want you brows to stay in place. the stay all day brow color will not melt off like a pencil or powder because it is waterproof.

-combine this product with your favorite brow gel or brow powder for brows that look amazing everyday!