Safe Cosmetics ~ Healthy Faces by Eve Organics

Who is this Guest Blogger?

Guest Blogger:  Pam Koskinen

Some of you may be wondering, "Who is this new 'guest blogger'?"  Well, my name is Pam and I am the wife to Dan for 23 years (this July) and mom to 3 kids, 2 teenage daughters and a 12 yr. old son. I grew up in the city, in a subdivision with lots of friends to play with, but always dreamed of living on a farm. 

About 10 years ago, we moved to the country and bought a quaint 15 acre farm.  I love the country life and all of our animals we have accumulated over the years;  horses, goats, chickens, ducks, cats, dogs and a bunny. 

I have been affectionately referred to as 'the farmgirl with make-up'. I don't mind getting dirty and working hard, but also love getting dressed-up.  I've always loved make-up! 

I will admit I'm not much into shopping (I'll leave that to my mom and sister); I would rather be outside riding my horse.

Both our girls are involved with horses and our son loves everything that has 'horse power'.  In recent years I have been making the switch to a healthier lifestyle (with a lot of help from my husband!).  You see, I like 'junk' food - with my main weakness being...of course, chocolate!  But, I have a desire to cook with healthier ingredients, use healthier products, and train and teach my kids the importance of the healthier side of things. They now look at the ingredients when we go grocery shopping!

I discovered Eve Organics 2 years ago and absolutely love the products.  Everything that goes on my face is EO.  I will admit, though that it took some time for me to get used to a non-foaming type of face wash.  I liked the foamy bubbles (you know the kind we all like, but is so bad for your skin)!  If you haven't tried Eve Organics Cleanser yet, give yourself some time to get used to it - you will find that it does a great job cleansing, even without the 'foam'!

Eve Organics Natural Mineral Makeup Foundation is amazing!  I've never used a liquid foundation, so this was a no-brainer for me and I love the coverage it has. I really could write a little something about all their products, but for now I'll keep it brief - look for future blogs :)

Essential oils sparked my interest recently too, and I now have about 11 different varieties.  It really is fascinating when you start to research the different oils and how and what they can help with.  Having them in the Eve Organics line is a huge benefit!

So, I hope that helps you get to know me a little better.  I will continue to blog about different topics; make-up, skin care, recipes, essential oils, etc... and maybe a funny story or two about our life on the farm.  This time of year is so pretty with the birds singing and the trees blooming - finally looking out to green pastures and not mud! lol :) 

Enjoy your day!

 

 

 

 

Interview with the Beauty Guru

Hi Everyone

Wow this summer's been hectic and fun!  Tons of things are going on here at Eve Organics ~ new products abrewing, preparations for our Makeup Master Class, new pics for the website, etc.  I can't believe how long it's been since I posted in the blog!

I am gearing up for a 2-3X week posting schedule again beginning mid-August.  For now, it may be a little sparse. 

Here's a link to an interview I did last week with the Beauty Guru Blog.  It gives a little insight to my background and why we do what we do.

READ THE INTERVIEW HERE

Comments?  Questions?  Email me at info@eveorganics.net

Eve Organics Article in The Detroit Free Press!

Today's Detroit Free Press has a great article about Eve Organics on the cover of the Business Section.  We're so excited to get the word out about our products and clean makeup and skin care in general.

Here's a link to the online version of the article.  Tell us what you think!

June 1, 2011 Free Press Article

 

Rouge Makeup and Nail Studio Featured in Metro Mode

Check out the awesome article written about our own Makeup Maven, Cheryl Salinas-Tucker and her sister Jeny Bulatovic.  Cheryl and Jeny are owners of Rouge Makeup and Nail Studio in Ferndale.  Rouge features Eve Organics makeup and skin care.

 

Read the Article in Metro Mode Here

Let us know where you love to shop for your Eve Organics Beauty products.

Meet Eve Organics Makeup Maven, Cheryl Salinas-Tucker!

I am Cheryl Salinas-Tucker.  I am a working Mom, a business owner, a wife, a sister, a daughter, and last but not least, a Makeup Artist with many years of helping women look their best. 

Here’s a little bit about me:

After over 15 years of working my way up the corporate ladder, my life changed dramatically in the spring of 2008.  My best friends and I took a trip to Paris to celebrate 20 years of friendship.  It was a week of beauty, culture, and general laissez-faire.  I had a wonderful time there, and what I took home was not just a dozen Eiffel Tower key chains (I think I packed at least 24 of those), but a spark of an idea for a new life plan. 

I witnessed what I perceived to be a “Parisian Lifestyle”.  In my imagination, this lifestyle included balance, creativity, and beauty.  Ideas that were sorely lacking in my Starbucks guzzling, cell phone chatting lifestyle.  So, I made a plan.  It was a dream, really.  In my ideal, I would do what I love… which is Makeup.  I would create a space where I could do Makeup surrounded by beauty.  In my dream, I would take my Sister along for the ride.  She is a manicurist, and loves nothing more than to take care of people and give them pretty toes beyond their wildest dreams. 

In the spring of 2010, we opened ROUGE MakeUp and Nail Studio.  It’s a little boutique nestled in a quaint red building in my hometown of Ferndale, Michigan.  It’s a new beginning.  Here, I do what I love; creating “effortless” looks for women like you and me.  I found a lovely makeup & skincare brand that has three really big things going for it.  I chose Eve Organics, and this is why:  it’s Local (Buy Michigan!), it’s Organic (up to 98%!), and it works beautifully.  I am very passionate about environmental issues, and I am a bit of a perfectionist.  Eve Organics just makes my job that much easier.  I can erase dark circles, perfect complexions and create lovely day-to-night looks. 

I was honored when Eve Organics Founder, Sharron Pinheiro asked me to help out with the Eve Organics Blog as a Makeup Artist.  It is my wish that I can be of service to you, the consumer, in helping you trouble-shoot, pick out colors, and perhaps offer a bit of inspiration. 

I look forward to helping you find your most beautiful you.

Here’s to Life, and Eve Organics!

Sincerely,

- Cheryl Salinas-Tucker

Makeup Theory Workshops Interviews Me!

I know I've been gone a bit . . . the business has growing pains.  Growing is good.  I needed to spend a little organizational time and hope you understand.  Now, I'm back!

A few weeks ago, I was interviewed by Todra Payne, professional makeup artist and author of Makeup Theory Workshops Blog.  I interviewed Todra last February right here.  READ the interview. 

Todra is a wonderful woman . . . makeup artist extraordinare, extremely knowledgeable when it comes to skin care, cosmetics ingredients and application and, she's a sweetheart to boot!  I am so pleased we met and look forward to learning more about her and her business.

Todra, who is an Indie Beauty Network member in the Harrisburg, PA area, also owns her own company ~ Makeup Theory Workshops, "Empowering Every Woman to be Beautiful".  She offers workshops to groups of women who are interested in proper makeup application and skin care specific to their personal needs.

Maybe we'll have to bring her to Michigan for a girls night at the office!

Read my interview on Todra's blog . . .

Interview With Todra Payne - Professional Makeup Artist

I had the pleasure of interviewing Todra Payne, owner of Makeup Theory Workshops.  Todra has been a professional makeup artist in New York for over a decade.  Her work has been seen in all the American and many international fashion and lifestyle magazines.  Among these magazines are Elle, Harper's Bazaar, O, W, Newsweek and many others.

Todra's company brings those years of experience and technique to real women.  Makeup Theory Workshops does private demonstrations on correct makeup application to groups of women.  Her focus is completely in line with our mission.  She is not only creates pretty faces; she wants to show women how to be beautiful and healthy.  Her goal is to showcase only organic/natural products during her workshops.  You can read more about Todra and Makeup Theory Workshops at her blog:  www.makeuptheoryworkshops.com.

How long have you been doing makeup professionally?

I've been doing makeup professionally for about fifteen years.

What is your favorite part of the job?

My favorite part of being a makeup artist is meeting and working with new people.  Of course, I adore the artistic part of my job because there's something inside of me that needs to express itself through color, but I thrive on connecting with new people.  I could never work in an office and see the same 20 people every day.  I'd go crazy after a month.

Have you worked with celebrities?  If so, what was the experience like with them?

I've worked with a lot of celebs - Mariah Carey, Sigourney Weaver, Soledad O'Brien, Kimora Lee, etc.  It was a blast.  Everyone was really kind to me.  They knew I was good at my job and equally important, I was trustworthy - that's vital to celebrities because I was in their homes, around their families; I was seeing them without the makeup, hair and fashion image they portray.  I enjoyed the high profile clients I worked with.  I've even been entrusted with choosing kitchen paint colors for one particular apartment on the Upper East Side.

What do you think is one cosmetic product (lipstick, eyeshadow, foundation, etc.) you cannot live without?

I personally can't live without mineral foundation.  My skin is really healthy and I don't have break outs ever, but I love the glow that I get from a little foundation dusted all over before heading out the house.

What is the biggest mistake women make when applying makeup?

The biggest mistake women make when applying makeup is applying too much.  I did a blog post a few weeks ago entitled "The Psychology of Makeup".  It asked women to explore how much makeup they are wearing and why.  More women responded to that post than any I've ever done.  Makeup is a psychological issue for a lot of women.  When I see a woman with foundation that looks plastered on, or neon bright colors on her eyes, cheeks and lips (I call this the clown effect), I always wonder if she's trying to cover up her features instead of enhance them.  I wonder if she's uncomfortable with herself.

What do you think about the concept of "safe cosmetics"?

I am a big proponent of safe cosmetics.  I've thought about the issue for a couple of years now.  But, only in the past year have I really taken the stand to rid my makeup kit of all of the mainstream, irresponsible makeup I'd been touting.  So much of what's on the shelves in department stores are, literally, killing women.  Why put chemicals that have been linked to breast cancer in makeup?  To turn a profit?  That's disgusting.  I won't support that any longer.  There are too many alternatives.

Do you have any "tips" and "tricks" you would like to share on makeup application?

Foundation is the place where I find women make the most mistakes.  Go with the lightest texture and application you can get away with.  Always, always match your skin tone.  Foundation is supposed to be the color you are, not the color you wish you were born.  If you're feeling pale, use a soft bronzer around the hair line, but don't go with a darker foundation.  You'll get that line of demarcation along the jaw line.  And my last tip, if you only have time to apply one cosmetic product, determine what that should be for your face.  Forget how the magazines say every woman should do this or that.  For some women, lipstick brings their face to life.  For others, concealer is a must-have.  It's not going to be the same wonder product for each woman.  Know your face.