The No Makeup Makeup Tutorial

Posted on August 19, 2018August 20, 2018 by AJR250

Sought-after hair and makeup artist, Diane Catorc, has been in the business for twenty years. Naturally, she has picked up numerous tips along the way. We asked her how she creates the “no makeup makeup” look – which is a model’s go-to for castings and digitals. Check out the tutorial video above to watch Diane give step-by-step instructions while demonstrating on model, Julia Locatelli. We’ve been practicing it ever since, and now all of us at FMD are sporting our effortless glows!

Breathe and Relax! The Power Of Meditation

Posted on August 9, 2018August 9, 2018 by AJR250

Hannah Tokuno has returned to give us some Ohmmmmmm. The Californian model has been practicing Yoga and Meditation for almost 15 years and says that it clears her mind and acts as a great stress reliever.

Modeling can be challenging, and at times soul destroying. It's not easy to let the effects of competition and rejection roll off your back. Therefore, it is important to include activities in your day-to-day life that make you happy.

Meditation is one of the best ways to generate calm. It also allows you to focus on your goals and positive thoughts, and manifest them into your reality. If you've never tried it before, now is the time! Find a nice quiet spot to sit or lie down, then let Hannah teach you how to meditate in the video below. Namaste.

The Season For Strawberries

Posted on July 23, 2018July 23, 2018 by AJR250

WORKOUT WEDNESDAY: Soccer Practice With Maya

Posted on July 11, 2018August 7, 2018 by AJR250

Protect Your Skin With These Five Sunscreens

Posted on July 6, 2018July 10, 2018 by AJR250

Summer is in full swing with high temperatures and strong rays of sunshine, so don't forget to apply and reapply sunscreen. Here are five of our favorites.

Warm weather means fun in the sun, vacations, sandy beaches, swimming pools, and outdoor adventures. It also means location shoots. While it is ok to have a little summer glow; getting sunburnt or having major tan lines is a big no-no. Keep in mind that projects shooting within the next three months will most likely be for fall and winter. Even if you are shooting bathing suits, and other skin revealing clothes, tan lines are a huge stress for retouchers around the world. While they can be covered digitally; the variation of skin tones will stand out to any client who is casting, fitting, or taking digitals of you, as well as during runway shows and other live events.

Apply sunscreen every day, on your body as well as your face. It is essential to protect yourself against damaging UV rays. Also, keep a hat and cover-up with you, especially if you have long shoot days outside. Caring for your skin is not only vital to your career but also your health. Excessive sun can increase age spots, wrinkles, and more importantly, skin cancer.

Hawaii is the first state to ban sunscreens containing oxybenzone and octinoxate due to the damage they cause to the marine life, coral reefs, and potentially humans. Albeit, this law will not take effect until 2021, but why not support their initiative now. Check out these five sunscreens that are natural, organic, and great for sensitive skin too!

Blue Lizard Australian Sunscreen SPF 30 Sensitive 8.75 fl oz $27.12 (www.walmart.com) Dermatologist-recommended, and without potentially irritating chemicals. It has effective UV protection, but it's also gentle on sensitive skin. Our favorite feature is that the sunscreen turns blue when exposed to harmful UV rays. The color will intensify, the stronger the UV's are.
Epicuren Active Sport Treat UVA + UVB Sunscreen 30+ 2.5 fl oz $35.50 (www.epicuren.com) A great one for those who are active, or are water babies. This Epicuren broad-spectrum sunscreen is water resistant (80 minutes). It includes moisturizers and antioxidants such as Vitamin E, Green Tea Extract, and Hawaiian Kukui Nut Oil. Although it has a thick consistency and will show up white on the skin, it will become transparent over time.
Hawaiian Sol Guard SPF 50 6 fl oz $14 (www.hawaiiansol.net) Hawaiian Sol, being Hawaii based, is focused on the protection of the ocean, as well as people. This product is marine and reef friendly, and biodegradable. The natural ingredients include Zinc Oxide and Cucumber extracts. Organic Aloe leaf and Kukui oil assist the skin’s ability to hydrate and cool itself. No Nano-technology is used to make this product.
Kabana Organic Skincare Green Screen Tinted Bronze SPF 31 4 fl oz $17.99 (www.kabanaskincare.com) This formula has all the benefits of a great SPF, but it is also tinted to blend with skin tones and is excellent for facial use. So you don't need to worry about looking too pale on your first day out of winter! Note that the Bronze color has a deeper tan skin tone which works for people who have a darker more yellow skin color. Additionally, it is soy-free, gluten-free, corn-free and vegan, fragrance-free & non-comedogenic. It is also eco-system approved!
Raw Elements Tinted Face Stick SPF 30 .6 oz $16.99 (www.rawelementsusa.com) An on-the-go solution for serious sun protection. It's water resistant and has great UV protection. But, it is also tinted and very easy to apply. It's biodegradable and reef safe, with biologically active antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and extracts. It never runs or stings eyes, so it's perfect for the face during long outdoor adventures. Just watch for the tint color, to make sure it will match your skin tone.