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Napoleon Perdis’ Tips for Sprucing Up Brows for Spring

There’s no denying that the brow has become the It beauty accessory of the moment. From brushed-up to bleached-out, the arches are getting plenty of play and have become the new focus feature. Here are some of tips and tricks on edgy yet fresh ways to dress up a client’s brow. Glossy, Glossy: A glossy [...]

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The Rockabilly: Not Just Bringing Back a Look, But Recreating a Lifestyle

This special guest post is from American Crew Creative Director Craig Hanson: Cool was redefined in the 1950s as the mix of rock and roll, blues and country, combined together with a rebellious style and attitude.  Those who followed this tre

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Napoleon Perdis on Perfecting a Bronzed & Beautiful Look for Winter

This time of year, the number one request I get from clients is to help them restore that luminous sun-kissed look from the warmer season before. Electing warmer shades like bronze and beige create this effect, but you must be careful or else they’

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Napoleon Perdis Keeps an Eye on Different Cities

People always ask me if there are regional differences when it comes to women and their makeup. And it’s true that what rates highly in one state may not be the same in another. Texan women adore my DeVine Goddess lipsticks in the SMP, while Califo

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Malynda Vigliotti (aka Boom Boom) on the Brazilian Bonanza

I guess we should be thanking Sex and the City for one more thing – the Brazilian Bonanza!  If it weren’t for those girls, what would we be doing right now?  The Brazilian Wax is one of the most brilliant waxes of our time— and it’s sticking ar

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Napoleon Perdis Creates Gotham Glitz at New York Fashion Week

What a whirlwind! I just got back from New York Fashion Week, where I directed the makeup for six shows. The designers were a mix of next-big-things and veterans, and I loved working with each and every one of them. I always enjoy the collaborative s

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Napoleon Perdis on the Bold, the Beautiful and the Brave

In the beauty world, there are women who rarely deviate from their natural look. There are others who cling religiously to their neutral palette, black liner or red lipstick. And then, god love them, there are those wide-eyed, fashion-obsessives who

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Wendy Watkins Unlocks the Keys to Success

Some people say that the key to success is having a clear vision and working that vision. Others would say that it is creating a thriving team, one that is aligned with your vision.  It could also be said that success comes from luck, timing or who

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Brow Expert Malynda Vigliotti Says: Go Bold, Baby!

Have you seen them yet? The big bold brows from the fall runway shows? They are GORG!  Right up my alley – I don’t believe in thin women or thin brows! A bold brow can literally transform a person’s face and be the perfect seasonal bang. To te

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The new eye, lip and brow pencil collection from Napoleon Perdis

Napoleon Perdis Helps You Sharpen Your Pencil Techniques

Life’s a little more fun when you read between the lines—especially if those lines are composed of zinging color. With this in mind, I’ve just launched a new pencil collection with arresting shades for eyes, lips and brows. A stellar pencil is

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