Eyes:
Primer- Urban Decay Primer Potion
Lid- MAC Pigment “Tan”
Crease- MAC Shadow “Saddle”
Brow highlight- MAC Shadow “Modest Tone”
Eyeliner- MAC fluidline “Blacktrack”
False lashes- Red Cherry lashes #1
Face:
Primer- Bare Escentuals Face primer “original”
Foundation: NYX HD Powder Foundation “Warm Beige”
Concelar- MAC Prolong wear concelar “NC35”
Blush- MAC Blush “Peachykeen”
Face Highlight- MAC Mineralize skin finish “Soft and gentle”
Lips:
Primer- Bare Escentuals “Lip Rever-Upper”
lipliner- MAC lip pencil “Magenta”
Lipstick- MAC amplified “Girl About Town”
eye primer- Urban Decay Primer potion
Lid – MAC pigment “Violet”
Crease- MAC Shadow “Malt”
Brow Highlight- MAC Shadow “Vanilla”
Mascara- MAC “False Lash”
Face:
Primer- Laura Mercier oil free face primer
Foundation- MAC Matchmaster in 5.0
Blush- MAC “Mocha”
Lips:
lipstick- MAC “Up The Amp”
Gloss- MAC Dazzleglass “Baby Sparks”
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Sherena Mercer |
Now for the questions:
Xiomara: When did you discover your love/obsession for cosmetics?
Sherena: I have loved makeup since I can remember, but as a little girl I used to love getting up in the morning and watching my mom put on her makeup. It would almost put me in a trance. And I would always make sure she gave me a kiss on the lips before leaving so I could wear a little of her lipstick to school.
Xiomara: If you could only put on one cosmetic on, which would it be? (foundation, mascara, eyeliner…)
Sherena: Tough question Xio! haha. It would have to be mascara. I can’t live without my mascara.
Xiomara: Where have you worked in cosmetics and how has it built your career?
Sherena: I started my career with Bare Escentuals and worked with the company for almost 6 years. I have also worked with a custom blending makeup compamy called ColorLab Cosmetics. And now, I am currently a MAC makeup artist and loving every bit of it. Working for these companoes has taught me so many tips and tricks and how to become a better artist. Also, meeting so many people which has lead me to do weddings and other events.
Xiomara: What are your favorite brands?
Sherena: Some of my favorite brands would be MAC, Urban Decay, NARS, Makeup Forever… my list can go on and on…
Xiomara: Do you wear makeup every day?
Sherena: I wouldn’t say I wear it everyday. But if I run out the door for a bit, I like to look somewhat put together, which means I have a little bit on.
Xiomara: How much money do you spend (a rough estimate) on makeup each month?
Sherena: Yikes! I can spend $100-250 on makeup, which isn’t that bad compared to some other artists out there!
Xiomara: Favorite go-to shades?
Sherena: Favorite go to shades for eyes definitely MAC ‘Woodwinked’ eyeshadow and MAC ‘Saddle’ eyeshadow. For lips ‘Delight’ Cremesheen glass by MAC and for blush ‘Mocha’ By MAC.
Xiomara: Freelance much? If so, which type of projects do you take on?
Sherena: I freelance weddings, parties, special effects makeup, and special occasions.
Xiomara: Any makeup tips you’d like to share for the non-pros?
Sherena: Tip… If you are going with a red lip, make sure you have a lipliner to go with it! Nothing worse than a smudgey red lip! And always finish a look with mascara! Mascara always brings a look together. The finishing touches!
Xiomara: Top makeup rule you will never break? Top beauty rule?
Sherena: Makeup: Prime those eyes girls! It makes a huge diffrence in the wear of your makeup throughout the day. Dont be afraid to try something new! Break your makeup habits! Beauty: Moisturize Your skin! Nice hydrated skin makes for a beautiful makeup application
Xiomara: 10 years from now, where do you see yourself in your career?
Sherena: 10 years from now, I hope to have made a name for myself. To be working on sets or maybe even teaching or training. Dreaming big!
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I hope you were taking notes from the pro! 🙂 Connect with Sherena on Facebook or send her an email for inquiries and/or book for makeup application services.
For more looks by Sherena, also check out an amazing look she did on myself here.
Have a great weekend!