What do you do at Credo?
I’m the store manager and go-to lip color expert. I’ve always got some fun lip color on!
People rave about your makeup skills. What do you think makes you so good at your job?
I think I’m good at relating to people. A makeup artist is half psychologist because it’s such an intimate job. What makes a real difference is if you can relate to the person and connect with them.
Also, I spent a lot of time learning and honing my skills while working for a bridal company that focused on Indian weddings. The artistry in Indian bridal makeup is next-level.
Balmie or Multi-Stick?
Both! At once. I like to combine colors. I’m a mixologist.
Okay. What Axiology colors do you like to mix?
Sorbet Balmie and Loyalty Color Cream Multi-Stick! I like to “ombre my lips”.
Wait? What? Ombre Your Lips?
Yeah…
- First apply Nighttime Nude RMS liner for depth.
- Then apply Axiology Balmie in Sorbet on full lips
- Then apply Axiology Cream Color Multi-Stick in Loyalty, starting on the inside moving outward.
- Last step is to apply a lip liner that’s a tad darker and voila, you’ve got a bit of that ombre vibe on your lips!
Favorite Axiology color for a good rooftop summer party?
Bonafide Color Cream Multi-Stick for a poolside daytime rooftop party.
Cherry Balmie for night time rooftop party.
First word that came to mind when you first tried Axiology?
Moisturizing!
What product do you have an unhealthy obsession with RN?
Leprunier Plum Oil—It’s a facial oil with a really high antioxidant count. Keeps skin looking fresh and dewy. And it’s great for all skin types.
Favorite beauty hack?
Apply translucent powder on eyelids before applying eyeliner for longer-lasting wear.
What are you wearing right now?
SKIN
Toner: Sea Minerals Mist from OSEA
Facial Oil: Leprunier plum oil. Hydrates the skin and creates a nice surface for makeup.
MAKEUP
Brows: Ecobrow Defining Wax
Foundation: Ilia Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40
Concealer: Kjaer Weis Invisible Touch Concealer
Bronzer: HAN Bronzer
Highlighter: RMS Magic Luminizer
Eyeshadow - PYT No BS Eyeshadow Palette
Eyeliner - PYT Liquid Liner
Mascara - Ere Perez Avocado Waterproof Mascara
Lips - Axiology Bonafide
Who are you obsessed with on insta right now?
Lipstick Angels - they provide beauty and routines for people who are going through chemo. They use a lot of the products that we carry. I love to see their stories. And I love that we partner with them.
Advice for clean beauty newbies?
Don’t get discouraged if something doesn’t work. Just keep playing. There’s something clean out there for everyone.
Also, MOISTURIZE, MOISTURIZE, MOISTURIZE.
And what did you want to be when you were little?
I wanted to study UFOs. Weird. I know.
