It use to be that black lipstick was considered Gothic and definitely not a make up trend, but now there are a lot of Gothic/avant grande looks circling block, and there are none more relevant then BLACK LIPS. Black lips have taken over this fall and has become the trend of all trendsetters.

The best tip to wearing a look so bold and daring is to keep the eyes simple and low-key.  A winged liner, neutral shadow, and lashes will be the perfect pair to help soften the edge.
Check out Kim Kardashian...she rocked this look.

Gloria of BasketBallWives LA looked FAB last night on Part 1 of the reunion show. 

Neutral eyes and bold vamp lips! 

Beauty of the Month

Jazmine "Jade" Harrod is a makeup artist and vintage buyer!  Owner of "The Art of Jade Makeup Artistry" and "London Jade Vintage".  She loves glamour, hippie rock, vintage chic, and all things art.  Between Fashion & Beauty her obsessions have led her to outwardly express herself through blogging.  As she aspires to leave the 9 to 5 life behind and build a brand/name for herself, Mrs. Jade is Consumed by Beauty and doing the dang thang! 

Holiday Inspiration...

Don't wait until the last minute. Start thinking about your look now! The holiday parties are just around the corner.

Got Chapped Lips?

One of the most unattractive things is to walk around with dry, chapped lips. I mean who wants to kiss anyone with crusty lips? I know I don't. So, for all my males & females please take the time out to tend to your lips. Especially since it is now fall and winter is quickly approaching.

With the cool autumn breeze and those harsh winter winds on the way your lips can catch quite a chill. The best way to take care of chapped lips is to exfoliate them. The purpose of exfoliation is to remove dead skin cells and soften skin.  It's quick, it's easy, and it only takes a few minutes.

There are a range of different products to use for your lips.  You can purchase a lip exfoliant at your local skin care/cosmetic store such as Lush, or you can make your own.

Sugar Scrub: Olive Oil & Sugar

1. Mix a little olive oil and brown sugar or regular sugar until you have a semi-thick paste
2. Rub the mixture onto your lips. You can use a washcloth or your hands (whatever works for you) and rub in circular motions.  The longer you exfoliate the better the results. 
3. Rinse the mixture off
4. Apply a hydrating lip moisturizer

Petroleum Jelly Scrub: Petroleum Jelly & Toothbrush or Disposable Mascara Wand

1. Apply a nice semi-thick layer of petroleum jelly onto your lips
2. Brush is circular motions using either your toothbrush or disposable wand (whatever works for you)
3. Take a damp washcloth and wipe the excessive petroleum jelly off, but you can leave enough on so that the rest substitutes as a hydrating lip moisturizer

NOTE: You can also you a sugar and honey scrub and follow steps 1-4 of the sugar scrub. 

Groovy Baby!!!

Although, the 70s clothing was a little wild and crazy they kept their makeup pretty and natural.  Bye Bye to thick matte foundation and dark lip liner on the lips.  These groovy chicks kept it as natural as possible, however, there was always room for a splash of color on the eyes to brighten up the face.  Playfully pretty, but not over done! 

From soul sisters to disco diva's the 70s women rocked it, and when it came to playing up the eyes to draw in attention they used colorful shades like blues and greens, but golds, browns, and pinks to keep neutral.

Eyeliner was a must have in every woman's makeup bag.  Liner gave the eyes a mysterious look and was used to draw on sexy cat-like eyes on the top lid. 

LOVE, PEACE AND SOUL! 

Beauty of the Month

Chamayne "Mandy" Reid is a 22 yr old young aspiring entrepreneur. Born and raised in the "ATL".  She is an up and coming photographer with her own photography business "MayneChicPhotography"

Her love for vintage and retro clothing helped her find her place in the fashion world in 2009.  Through personal styling, which peeked a new interest in photography, Chamayne is currently studying commercial photography at Gwinnett Technical College. This funky fly diva is on her way and definitely Consumed by Beauty! 

Check her out on www.maynechicphotography.com