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About Tyla Smith
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Expertise
I can answer any question about makeup application, what brands would be best to use for you and your skin type and age, how to determine skin tone, and many other things having to do with makeup and beauty!

Experience
I am a professional makeup artist for film, television, and fashion photoshoots etc. I have been doing makeup for over 18 years in the industry.

Education/Credentials
I have a degree in Graphic design and Illustration as well as having gone to several different professional makeup and special effects courses around the country and have learned on the job from and from my mentors such as Billy B. and Candace Corey and Tim Vittetoe to name a few.

   

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desparate......7/2/2009Ambercinque
  Q: hey, I am Patsy and I am a black African- fair, black eyes, and i've had a bad case of acne which is ...
  A: Well, I am not sure how your spots look but here are some recommendations. You can pretty much do ...
Products for combination skin7/2/2009Ambercinque
  Q: Hey, I have combination skin, where my forehead is oily and my cheeks and chin are not so oily. I ...
  A: Mathew- WOAH! I am exhausted just reading about the cleaning your doing. Sounds like your cleansing ...
skin7/1/2009Linda Gearke
  Q: i have bad acne and i was told to use retin-amicro (the puple colored one) by a dematologist in my ...
  A: I am not familiar with the product your dermatologist has prescribed. I would suggest that you also ...
Lasting eyeliner6/28/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: I have oily eyelids and my upper lid eyeliner just cannot last me the even half a day without ...
  A: Try applying eyeshadow that's the same shade on top to help set the eyeliner. If this doesn't work ...
What is a skin toner?6/20/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: I just realized that I want to start looking better and more beautiful. I'm 23 years old girl and I ...
  A: Ok, first off- a toner is a skin tightener. Witch hazel is a natural toner and astringent. Its ...
eye cream6/19/2009Nisa
  Q: I know this is a women's "category" but since there are no volunteers in the men's area, I hope you ...
  A: i support and stand by all mary kay products. they are fantastic and very affordable! take a look at ...
product recommendation6/17/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: I am 37 years old and unfortunately aging! I do not have wrinkles, but definately have dark circles ...
  A: I am about your age, I live in Miami, and here is what I do. I use and anti-aging facial cleanser ...
Applying foundation and concealer on bad skin...6/10/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: I'm an aspiring MUA...I'm learning how to do makeup but most of it i'm learning how to do myself. My ...
  A: I dont wash mine like that because washing them too much not only loosens the glue and makes them ...
eyelash extensions6/9/2009Ambercinque
  Q: i just got eyelash extensions and i wanted to know what product can i use to remove make up with out ...
  A: Rubi- Hi the professional that applied them should be able to assist you on this. Especially since ...
How to choose the right red?6/9/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: I love the look of red lips, but it seems that every time I choose a red lipstick it doesn't look ...
  A: When you are looking at the reds for lipstick look for the ones that look a little blue. Think of ...
Covering redness6/7/2009Ambercinque
  Q: In the summer, the heat makes my face go slightly red - like I'm always blushing. What can I do to ...
  A: Sam- I would opt for a great mineral powder such as Dior Nude. Its a water based product and tones ...
Covering redness6/7/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: In the summer, the heat makes my face go slightly red - like I'm always blushing. What can I do to ...
  A: Well, first- you probably just turn red from either the heat in the air or because you are burning ...
Applying foundation and concealer on bad skin...6/5/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: I'm an aspiring MUA...I'm learning how to do makeup but most of it i'm learning how to do myself. My ...
  A: There really isn't one. Its tough to work on bad skin. And we MUA's are very grateful for the ...
Facial Scabs5/30/2009Nisa
  Q: I am a African-American male. I got Microdermabrasion session the other day. The day of the ...
  A: you have to let nature take its course and let scabs fall off. take a look at this safe ...
Purple Mascara ?5/21/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: okay i bought this mascara from almay & it's purple but no matter what i do the purple never show's ...
  A: The thing with colored mascara is that it doesn't really show... it gives a slight tint to the ...
Sister Lines to Cosmetic Companies5/20/2009Ambercinque
  Q: I was just wondering if many of the cosmetic companies have cheaper sister lines. I know that Chanel ...
  A: Jennifer- Yes most do. Lancome has loreal and Estee lauder owns some of the following including: ...
Want to grow eyebrow5/20/2009Ambercinque
  Q: I`m sorry. I just want to ask you, how to grow eyebrow? did u know about some products to grow ...
  A: Unfortunately, eyebrows, like all the rest of the hair on your body, do not do well when promoted ...
Airbrush foundation5/19/2009Dinair Airbrush Makeup
  Q: I recently was given the Dinair airbrush makeup kit as a gift. My daughter spent a lot of money on ...
  A: First congratulations on your purchase! Once you work out any issues you are having you will love ...
soap5/18/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: Do you know of an antibacterial hand soap that is non drying?
  A: There are a couple out there, but the two I have heard the most about are Cuticura Medicated ...
Make Up for Blondes5/16/2009Ambercinque
  Q: Hey! I am 13 years old and am starting to want to be able to wear make up but without people going ...
  A: Well you have a couple of options. 1- Get your lashes and brows professionally tinted. This will ...
skin glow and treatment for oily skin5/14/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: How can I make my skin glow, what diet should I take, could you also name some harmless creams for ...
  A: ok, first things first- for glowing skin. Make sure to drink plenty of water all day long, stay ...
skin glow5/14/2009Dinair Airbrush Makeup
  Q: I wonder how can I make my skin glow, what diet should I take, could you also name some harmless ...
  A: I am not a dietician so I think you should redirect the first part of your question to the proper ...
Tan vs Pale5/14/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: I am 19 years old and have naturally very pale skin. Is there a way to use bronzers properly? Every ...
  A: Because you are so pale the traditional bronzer's wont work on you, they will do exactly what you ...
Shampoo5/13/2009Ambercinque
  Q: I was searching for a good olive oil based shampoo at the supermarket yesterday. There were a ...
  A: Kiss My Face Olive Oil Shampoo is great! Here is a great recipe for at home 2 lb 10 oz olive oil ...
Shampoo5/13/2009Linda Gearke
  Q: I was searching for a good olive oil based shampoo at the supermarket yesterday. There were a ...
  A: Manor Hall Soap Company is the only one I know of off the top of my head ...
products5/13/2009Linda Gearke
  Q: I am 37 years old, I have a fair complexion. I do not get blemishes but I do get oily skin at times ...
  A: Dark under eye circles are often caused by a deficiency of a vitamin. It may be vitamin K or vitamin ...
products5/13/2009Ambercinque
  Q: I am 37 years old, I have a fair complexion. I do not get blemishes but I do get oily skin at times ...
  A: I love Dior Nude skin foundation. The liquid is amazing because it is a hydro mineralized water ...
product question5/13/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: I am 37 years old, I have a fair complexion. I do not get blemishes but I do get oily skin at times ...
  A: I would recommend the mineral powder foundations since they naturally absorb extra oil from your ...
Skin tone occurances5/12/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: How common is neutral skin tone? If you were looking at the world population do you have any idea of ...
  A: Neutral skin tone accounts for about 2% of the population. Everyone else is either warm or cool. ...
prom makeup5/11/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: I have prom this weekend and would like my makeup to be perfect. I was wondering if you had some ...
  A: The best thing to do is accentuate your eyes and keep the rest light so your eyes pop. Tips for a ...
Facial scrub5/11/2009Miko Choi
  Q: How often a facial scrub can be applied , is it ok to do so everyday? Thanks
  A: it really depends on the texture of your skin and the level of abrasion your scrub delivers. Usually ...
How to 'make up'5/8/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: I'm a 30 year old Asian with a combination skin. I have not applied make up before. At the most I ...
  A: Mineral powders are nice because they are light, it involves only one step, they have natural ...
How to 'make up'5/8/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: I'm a 30 year old Asian with a combination skin. I have not applied make up before. At the most I ...
  A: As we get older our skin tends to slough layers less. Children slough 30 layers of skin a month, ...
what makeup should i use5/6/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: i am 15 and i want to know what makeup would fit me best i have fair skin but it is not really pale ...
  A: At 15 I would recommend a little cheek gel on the apples for a little bit of natural looking color, ...
what makeup is best for me5/6/2009Dinair Airbrush Makeup
  Q: i am 15 and i want to know what makeup would fit me best i have fair skin but it is not really pale ...
  A: I really love Maybelline, Almay and Neutrogena products. You are yound and don't need a ton of ...
what makeup should i wear5/6/2009Linda Gearke
  Q: i am 15 and i want to know what makeup would fit me best i have fair skin but it is not really pale ...
  A: Any liquid foundation product you would find at Target or any drugstore will work. There are dozens ...
Best foundation for 50 + Las Vegas NV climate5/6/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: I am a 50 year old woman, I have olive skin, (Lebanese decent), clear skin--some pigment darkening ...
  A: Mineral powders are great because they have natural sunblock in them as well, just pick the color ...
Make me a Model5/6/2009Ambercinque
  Q: Ok, my whole family thinks I have a model body and have found a Model Search that they want me to ...
  A: I am not familiar with that line. Opt for a gentle cleanser like Cetaphil or J&J clean and pure. Use ...
Prom make up5/5/2009Tyla Smith
  Q: Hey Tyla, I was wondering if you can help me to choose my make up for my prom evening. I will be ...
  A: I would recommend a light smoky eye with either brown or grey tones only on the top lid to make your ...
First facial5/4/2009Miko Choi
  Q: I am trying to schedule a day of pampering for my sister who is graduating from college in two ...
  A: Congratulations to you and your sister both for deciding to have your first facial! Any redness ...

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