My new agent

Luis Casco Makeup Artist- CloutierRemix agency

I know I've been m.i.a. for a little while but I've been busy!  Lots of changes going on with me and my career and I want to let you know that I have a new agent here in Los Angeles.  After quite a long stint at The Celestine Agency I thought it was time for a change and I couldn't be any happier than to be on the makeup artist roster at CloutierRemix agency which used to be called Cloutier until not too long ago.


Check out my website there:
http://cloutierremix.com/luiscasco/index.php


And here are some of the other makeup artists they rep- check out their amazing work too!


Francesca Tolot:  I am a HUGE fan of her work- way before retouching it was flawless and of course she is in charge of most of Beyonce's makeup looks.
Collier Strong:  You've probably seen him on Project Runway as the L'oreal expert 
Scott Barnes: Remember that J-Lo glow?  That was Scott who created that look for her and made it so popular. 
Sue Devitt- Creator of Sue Devitt Cosmetics.


And that is just some of the company I keep with nowadays.  And as far as the blogasphere goes- don't worry-I'm back!


xoxo
Luis

Great foundation tips-Get them here!

A natural beauty: NBC's Lilia Luciano makeup by Luis Casco

Probably the question I get asked the most is how to get the perfect foundation look and really here are the steps I find to be the basic recipe for flawless looking skin.

Step 1- Cleanse and moisturize your skin daily.  I also recommend using a scrub and a moisture-rich mask at least once a week- do it you will see the difference.  Some of my faves are:

Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Recovery Mask -it's like bathing your skin in moisture!
Mary Kay TimeWise® 3-In-1 Cleansing Bar- because I know a lot of people love to use a soap to wash their face- only this one is meant for that!

Step 2- Dot foundation onto:
1-forehead
2-nose
3-cheeks
4-chin
Then blend it with a brush-You can use a wet sponge for a sheer application but practice to know exactly how much you will need.  Try:
Mary Kay Timewise luminous-wear liquid foundation- for the price- the quality is amazing and the finish superb!
Chantecaille Concealer & Foundation stick- not cheap but beautiful texture and some great LATINA tones!  wheat and banana are some of my favorite ones

Step 3- Concealer: If you need it- just apply it after foundation or you'll just wipe it off.  Blend really well.
Laura Mercier Secret Camouflage- This is the easiest concealer to use and the best part is that it comes in two shades so that you can adjust it to suit you.  I like to use fingers to blend it well (the warmth helps to blend it all together.)

Step 4- Powder- Again, if you need it.  Then you can add an illuminating type of highlighter for a modern, fresh look.

MAKE UP FOR EVER HD Microfinish Powder -I've talked about this many times- I use it on everyone!
Guerlain Météorites Powder For The Face - Tried and true. Leaves your skin looking radiant!  Like it's been freshly scrubbed.