The Makeup Show has to be one of the largest beauty related shows in the country, but it is the largest event in New York City. People come from all over the country to attend this two day event where special Pro Discounts are available to makeup artists and other beauty enthusiasts.

At The Makeup Show, you are also able to partake in various classed taught by top beauty experts and makeup artists in the industry. There are free seminars and this year The Makeup Show introduced the career floor where advice was given on how to make it in the beauty industry.

All of the events were held at the beautiful and spacious Metropolitan Pavillion located on W. 18th street in Manhattan. The weekend started with the blogger preview where celebrity makeup artist  James Vincent dished on his current favorite products from brands like Ruby Kisses, Kevyn Aucoin, MAC, The London Brush Company, Makeup Forever, Stila and Cinema Secrets more.

I love hearing James speak. He is so charismatic and funny. He gave detailed description of each item in the gift bags and shared why he loved them so much. Here are a few of the items

  • Kevyn Aucoin white eyeshadow pencil. It can be used as a base, highlight, or as shadow
  • Prime Color Creme Eyeshadow in Decadent
  • Pencil Sharpener

  • MACs Russian Red Matte Lipstick

  • OCC Lip Tars in Tone and Strutter. James said he sometimes uses the lip tars as blush. He also uses the lip tars to create a monochromatic look and tinted moisturizer
  • Glitter pigment in Ultra Marine and Red

More pics of products, artists, and a full recap of “Marketing You” with Michael Devellis and Crystal Wright after the jump

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Last week Thursday, I had the pleasure of attending the grand opening event for Inglot Cosmetics new studio in New York City with my friend Kim ( www.makeupbykim-porter.com). The new studio is located in the Chelsea Market Building on the 5th floor. The event began with the press preview from 5-6pm with a tour from celebrity Makeup Artist James Vincent. He gave a tour of the studio and also the history of the brand.

Once the tour was completed we were able to take advantage of the great services they provided. There was a manicure station with celebrity manicurist Jackie, makeup stations, and also a hair station with services provided by Hair Room Service

Here are some photos from the event

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