Never trash another broken eyeshadow again! My fave trick for saving makeup mishaps

Have you ever dropped your favourite eyeshadow or highlighter and thought *oh F**K*? … Of course you have, because we all have, right? Let me show you the MAC girl method for fixing your broken product and making it as good as new! You will need: -70% isopropyl alcohol -Paper towel/fabric/ribbon to create texture -Spatula -Sanitized quarter/coin Pour alcohol into the broken shadow very slowly […]

Continue Reading

How your lipstick can save a life through MAC Viva Glam

One of my very favourite things about my job is getting to share MAC Viva Glam with customers. Viva Glam is a line of lipsticks that fund the MAC AIDS Fund (MAF), a non-profit organization. Every time you buy a Viva Glam Lipstick, 100% of the $23 selling price is donated to the MAC AIDS Fund. There are no percentages, no portions, no administration fees. […]

Continue Reading

Stop struggling with the wrong tools and check out a MAC Artist’s favourite makeup brushes for a flawless finish.

MAC Brushes MAC Cosmetics Makeup Brushes Ria Makeup riamakeup.com

Ok so I’ll be honest, makeup brushes are my weakness… I’m a serious makeup brush hoarder. I love buying doubles (and triples, quadruples, it goes on…. seriously…) and I have up to 14 or 15 of some of my favourites. If you have good quality makeup but bad quality brushes, you’re just not going to get the results you’re looking for as easily. The tools […]

Continue Reading

5 Skincare Essentials every Fisherwoman needs to be using

Top 5 Skincare Essentials Women on the Water NEED to be using riamakeup.com

I’ve spent lots of time on the water, but I didn’t always think about protecting my skin. As I’m getting older, I’m more cautious about making sure my skin is shielded from the harsh, ageing elements that you’re frequently exposed to while working on the water. Keep reading to learn some of my favourite ways to stay safe on the ocean.  1. Oil-Free Sunscreen SPF […]

Continue Reading

Eye Primer: What it is, why you need it

Eyes are one of the most fun parts of makeup. You have the most variety of colours and looks to choose from, and you can be really creative. But what’s the point of all that hard work if your makeup is just going to slide off after a few hours of wear?  Enter eye primer! Eye primer is often overlooked but it is the one […]

Continue Reading