“12 Days of Christmas” Gift #4 TOM FORD Lip Color Gift Set

This gift is sure to WOW any makeup junkie! The set has 4 of the BEST SELLING Tom Ford Beauty Lipstick’s for $200.00

The set of lipsticks are contained in a elegant black box and the colors are Pink Dusk. Spanish Pink. True Coral and Nude Vanille.

Pick this gem up at Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus or Nordstrom’s.

New Years Eve Makeup Look

 

The Holiday parties are all over and now its time to get ready for the biggest night of the year, NEW YEARS EVE! For this look I was inspired by Audrey Hepburn in the movie Breakfast At Tiffany’s. To get this gorgeous timeless look, follow the steps below.

MAKEUP: I prepped and primed the skin using Dermalogica Active Moist Moisturizer. I like to use this particular moisturizer cause it is oil free and light weight and doesn’t compromise my makeup and helps it last all day and into the night. With a large flat foundation brush from MAKE UP FOR EVER (35N) I applied MAKE UP FOR EVER HD Invisible Cover Foundation in shade 117 starting from the center of the face and blending outward. I then buffed the foundation further with a wet makeup sponge. If you have a Beauty Blender or something like it, that would work great as well. I let the foundation sit on the skin and set on its own before applying any face powder and started on the eye makeup.

EYES: I applied MAC Cosmetics Paint Pot in Soft Ochre all over lid with a large fluffy eye shadow brush and let it set. For the winged eyeliner, I used Clinique Brush On Cream Liner using a fine eyeliner brush. I started with the outside corners of the eye and got my flicks even. I then lined close to the lash line starting from the inner corner of the eye and then connecting to my flicks. I applied two full coats of of L’Oreal Voluminous Mascara in Carbon Black to the top lashes and then applied Clinique Bottom Lash Mascara in black to the bottom lashes. I filled in any sparse areas and elongated Rebecca’s brow using Anastasia Brow Powder Duo in Brunette and then brushed into place with Anastasia Brow Gel in Granite. 

LIPS: For the lips, I wanted to have a bright statement lip. I used Urban Decay Supersaturated Lip Pencil in Crush. I lined the lips and filled them in with this highly pigmented glossy lipstick. For added staying power, blot the lips with a tissue and then reapply the lipstick.

CHEEKS: To finish off the look I set the foundation with a translucent face powder from MAKE UP FOR EVER. The powder I used is no longer made, but any translucent powder will do. I then dusted the apple of the cheeks and into the contours with TOM FORD Cheek Color in Frantic Pink. 

Photography: Ron Derhacopian

Makeup: Anthony Merante

Holiday Makeup Ideas by Anthony Merante Part 3

“ALL THAT GLITTERS” was the theme for this holiday party makeup & hair look! I was inspired by the glittery backdrop I created using two huge containers of silver glitter and some foam core board. I wanted the skin to be gorgeous and sparkle, I achieved this look by using MAKE UP FOR EVER HD Invisible Cover Foundation and some reflects glitter from MAC Cosmetics. I wanted to use one of my flea market finds and adorned the sculpted bun with a pink vintage brooch. To get this sculpted, sparkling look, follow the easy steps below.

MAKEUP: I prepped and primed the skin using Dermalogica Active Moist Moisturizer. I like to use this particular moisturizer cause it is oil free and light weight and doesn’t compromise my makeup and helps it last all day and into the night. With a large flat foundation brush from MAKE UP FOR EVER (35N) I applied MAKE UP FOR EVER HD Invisible Cover Foundation in shade 117 starting from the center of the face and blending outward. I then buffed the foundation further with a wet makeup sponge. If you have a Beauty Blender or something like it, that would work great as well. I let the foundation sit on the skin and set on its own before applying any face powder and started on the eye makeup.

EYES: To get these glittery eyes, I applied MAC Cosmetics Paint Pot in Soft Ochre all over lid with a large fluffy eye shadow brush and let it set. I then dabbed Too Faced Glitter Glue all over the lid with my finger to adhere the glitter. I applied MAC Cosmetics Glitter in Reflects Pearl all over the eye and to the brow bone with my finger to prevent minimal fall out. Since I didn’t use any eye liner for this look, I wanted to add some drama to the lash, so I added a full strip of Wispies lashes from Ardell and after the glue set, I applied two full coats of of L’Oreal Voluminous Mascara in Carbon Black to the top lashes and then applied Clinique Bottom Lash Mascara in black to the bottom lashes. I filled in any sparse areas and elongated Rebecca’s brow using Anastasia Brow Powder Duo in Brunette and then brushed into place with Anastasia Brow Gel in clear. If you have problems finding the glitter from MAC, you can also find very similar items from Urban Decay, MAKE UP FOR EVER or Sephora Brand. Reflects pearl from MAC might be a pro product.

LIPS: For the lips, I wanted to go for a fun and easy playful pink glossy lip and applied Anastasia Beverly Hills Hydraful Lipgloss in Sugar Pink for a sexy pout. The Hydraful Gloss from Anastasia is by far my favorite gloss, the silicone applicator is ideal for smoothing this gloss across the lips effortlessly.

CHEEKS: To finish off the look I set the foundation with a translucent face powder from MAKE UP FOR EVER. The powder I used is no longer made, but any translucent powder will do. I then dusted the apple of the cheeks and into the contours with NARS Cosmetics Blush in Orgasm. I then applied MAC Cosmetics Mineralize Skin Finish in Soft & Gentle to the cheek bones, chin and nose for a healthy radiant glow. To boost the sparkle factor, I applied the same glitter that I applied to the eye with a blush brush on the cheek bones and temples for added drama.

 

 

Photography: Ron Derhacopian

Makeup: Anthony Merante

Pevonia Spa Clinica Ads

Check out these beautiful Pevonia Spa Clinica ads I did with amazing beauty photographer Dorit Thies

Credits:

Photographer: Dorit Thies

Art Director: Claudia Muehlenweg

Makeup: Anthony Merante

Hair: Andrew Zepeda

Model: Amra

 

Prestige Hong Kong July 2012 Editorial

I am loving this NEW Editorial in Prestige Hong Kong Magazine. Shot in a garage that used to house vintage cars, it created the perfect backdrop for our fashion story. Check out these amazing fashions by Dolce & Gabbana, Tom Ford, Blumarine, Lanvin, Burberry. Roberto Cavalli, Moschino and Versace.

Photography by: Giuliano Bekor

Styling: Paris Libby

Hair: Damien Carney

Makeup: Anthony Merante using Anastasia Beverly Hills Cosmetics

Props: Eddie Inda

“Summer Love” Beach inspired makeup looks!

Who doesn’t love a little Summer Love? Check out these stunning beauty looks that are perfect for Summer beach party or a hot date. Photographer Giuliano Bekor dreamt up this fun quirky shoot that I so fondly have renamed “Psycho Beach Party”…

We were inspired by all the bright accessories coming out for Spring Summer 2012 and coordinated each look with an equally bright makeup look. Below each image is a list of the product used!

Photos: Giuliano Bekor

Makeup: Anthony Merante

Hair: Damien Carney

Set Design: Eddie Inda

Face: JOSIE MARAN Argan Daily Moisturizer SPF 40

Foundation: MAKE UP FOR EVER HD Invisible Cover Foundation in shade 118

Cheek: Giorgio Armani Blending Blush Duo in #02

Mascara: Sunday Riley, The Influencer Extra Volume Glossy Mascara

Brows: Brow Wiz by Anastasia Beverly Hills in Medium Ash

Eyes: NARS Eyeshadow in All About Eve

Lips: Urban Decay Super Saturated High Gloss lip color in Crush

 

Face: JOSIE MARAN Argan Daily Moisturizer SPF 40

Foundation: MAKE UP FOR EVER HD Invisible Cover Foundation in shade 118

Cheek: Kevyn Aucoin Candlelight highlighting powder and Kevyn Aucoin Blush in Dolline

Brows: Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Powder in Brunette

Lips: MAC Lipstick in Lady Danger

 

Face: JOSIE MARAN Argan Daily Moisturizer SPF 40

Foundation: MAKE UP FOR EVER HD Invisible Cover Foundation in shade 118

Cheek: Tom Ford Blush in Frantic Pink

Lips: MAC Lipstick in Saint Germain

Face: JOSIE MARAN Argan Daily Moisturizer SPF 40

Foundation: MAKE UP FOR EVER HD Invisible Cover Foundation in shade 118

Cheek: NARS Blush in Torrid

Lips: Anastasia Beverly Hills Hydrafull Gloss in Heiress (Included in the “See and be seen” Set!)

 

Body: Juno Body Lipid Serum by Sunday Riley

Face: JOSIE MARAN Argan Daily Moisturizer SPF 40

Foundation: MAKE UP FOR EVER HD Invisible Cover Foundation in shade 118

Cheek: Anastasia Beverly Hills Illumin8 with Youthful Synergy Complex Bronzer in Sun Bronzed

Lips: Anastasia Beverly Hills Hydrafull Gloss in Sorbet

 

Face: JOSIE MARAN Argan Daily Moisturizer SPF 40

Foundation: MAKE UP FOR EVER HD Invisible Cover Foundation in shade 118

Cheek: Tom Ford Blush in Frantic Pink

Eyes: MAC Eyeshadow in Aquadisiac

Lashes: D-Wispies from Nigel Beauty Emporium

Lips: MAKE UP FOR EVER Aqua Liner in 18c and MAC Tinted Lipglass in Lychee Luxe

Marie Claire Greece January 2012 Beauty Story

Check  out this pretty beauty story for Marie Claire Greece.

 

Chic Rocker Chick Inspired Video Tutorial

For my latest video. I was inspired by a single eye shadow from the Fall 2011 Collection from Chanel. The cream/gel eye shadows are stunning and I was quickly drawn to the dark shimmery shade called Mirifque. My model Lauren has the PERFECT face to demonstrate this Rocker inspired look on.  I love the dark and raw feeling of the eye makeup, but wanted to make up to look chic by pairing it with matte skin, slightly contoured cheeks and a glossy beige/pink mouth. Next week I demonstrate an angelic ethereal makeup, so stay tuned!

Products Used in this video:

MAKE UP FOR EVER HD Foundation in 118.

MAKE UP FOR EVER Microfinish Powder

Chanel Illusion D’Ombre in Mirifique

Anastasia Beverly Hills EyePencil Duo in Noir (Coming Soon)

L’Oreal Voluminous Mascara in Carbon Black

MAKE UP FOR EVER Aqua Lip in 1C

NARS Lip Lacquer in Chelsea Girls

NARS Blush in Madly

Website: www.anthonymerante.com

Blog: www.anthonymerante.wordpress.com

Twitter: www.twitter.com/anthonymerante

YouTube: www.youtube.com/anthonymerantebeauty

Facebook: www.facebook.com/AnthonyMeranteBeautyPage

Fitness Magazine Editorial using DIOR SKIN

I shot a fun spread for Fitness Magazine November/December issue a few months ago. My favorite shot is the Yoga pose. I wish I was as flexible as our model was. LOL

To get a flawless radiant complexion I used DIOR DiorSkin AirFlash Spray in shade 300. The lips were glossed using Dior Addict Lip Polish in Radiance Expert.

Photography: Bonnie Holland

Styling: Leilani Lacson

Makeup: Anthony Merante

Hair: Andrew Zepeda

Benefit Cosmetics YouTube Videos

I was checking out the Benefit Cosmetics YouTube channel the other day and found a few videos for the products that I did the makeup on the ads for. The products were B.Right Skin Care, Cha Cha Tint and Some Kind of Gorgeous! 3 products that I love and use quite often. All the ads were shot by photographerBonnie Holland and hair by Lucie Doughty!