If you are considering any kind of cosmetic procedure, choosing a board certified dermatologist could be the most important decision you make in your life.

Sure, we all want Jennifer’s derriere, Angelina’s lips and Madonna’s cheekbones and in this “penny-pinching” economy, women are at an even greater risk to sign up for the best deals available. Consumers should be aware that there is no bargain when it comes to cosmetic procedures and that basement deals can result in scars and for some, even death.

We caught up with Dr. Bruce Katz, board certified dermatologist and director of the Juva Skin and Laser Center who offered us advice on what to look for and ask when considering cosmetic procedures.
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A natural makeup look may sound like a bit of an oxymoron, but when we hear women asking about it, we know what they mean.

Not every woman wants to look “made up.” But they still want to accentuate their best features.

And while Hollywood dresses up the hard knocks movie business with glitz and glam for the public, the Indie Film business is the place where big stars and starlets of the future work day and night to advance their passion into a long term big screen career. Read more »

Undereye concealer can be a woman’s best friend when she is on the go. But the need to cover dark circles isn’t just a problem for the every day woman. The big stars need help in that department, too.

Celebrity makeup artist Vanessa Elese is a lead makeup artist on the set of All My Children. But she is more than just a celebrity beauty expert… Read more »

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Beautiful lips can make for a beautiful look on any woman. That doesn’t necessarily mean bigger or plumper are always better. Sometimes it means having the right techniques on hand.

Belinda Moss is a celebrity makeup artist and celebrity beauty expert who has appeared on True Hollywood Makeup in the past. Read more »

Stars like Beyonce have a near super human ability to captivate an audience with their presence. So they need a celebrity makeup artist who has the professional makeup application chops to capture, hone, and magnify their physical beauty to match the attention they command.

We love Beyonce, but she is human. She is naturally pretty, but the images of her that get captured by the cameras are greatly enhanced by extremely high levels of talent. It’s all in the name of great American entertainment, and only the best of the best can perform behind the scenes.

Celebrities depend on real artists to give them the image they need to maximize their careers.

One of the celebrity makeup artists that has the talent that Beyonce demands is Belinda Moss. She’s got some great tips that we’ll be releasing through True Hollywood Makeup. Here’s a few to get you started. Read more »

According to today’s celebrity beauty expert, Ling Chan, regular facial beauty treatments are a necessity for healthy skin. And if you have been reading True Hollywood Makeup for any period of time, you might notice that nearly 1 in 3 posts to do with expert skin care. There is good reason for that.

Celebrity makeup artists need a healthy and clean palette in order to get the most bang for their buck when working with their clients. And without tremendous skin care, they can only do so much. The same goes for women applying makeup at home.

This is especially true for anyone that comes into contact with even modest amounts of product on even a semi-regular basis. Typical home based regimens and cleansers can be great, but they don’t provide the same deep cleansing and rejuvenation that some expert treatments will.

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Celebrities sometimes have to work very long hours. Between being up late for publicity events and having to be up early for morning shoots, they can end up with puffy eyes just like anyone else.

Your average person may not know what to do to get rid of puffy eyes, but an expert celebrity makeup artist sure does.

So who better to help than a pro makeup artist and celebrity beauty expert to Christina Ricci?

Here is a fantastic home based remedy to get rid off puffy eyes from Tina Roesler. Read more »

When we think celebrity beauty, we usually think about women. But what about all those male celebrities who always look flawless?

They’ve got some expert help too! We seem to forget that when we’re wondering why we don’t see a Brad Pitt look alike every day. Or perhaps…a Joey McIntyre look alike…something I’m sure a large percentage of our readers would love! Read more »

Many of the top models in the world find themselves at the pinnacle of celebrity makeup prowess. And the professional makeup artists that work with them give them some of the most sought after looks of all celebrities.

One of the most foremost pro makeup artists and celebrity beauty experts, Jen Hoover, gave us some insight into the stunning appearance of Doutzen Kroes. Here’s what she says. Read more »

Cynde Watson, professional makeup artist, celebrity beauty expert, and founder of Color by Cynde Watson Cosmetics caught up with us to share this eyebrow tip for when you don’t have the time to get them shaped before a big event. Read more »