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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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In Category  Makeup & Skincare

SubjectDate Asked

Makeup Coloring9/7/2009
  Q: Hey! I recently went to Sephora and had an artist choose some eyeshadow for me that went with my eye ...
  A: You have a lot of options. You can use purple eyeliner and mascara to make the purple pop, or ...
Choosing a Foundation8/26/2009
  Q: Well, I love to sunbathe. And I'm naturally fair. Thus, my skin tone changes a lot. Sometimes I'm ...
  A: The best thing to do is have two different foundations, one for your lightest and one for your ...
Toxin free make-up8/17/2009
  Q: due to a recent medical diagnosis I received, I need to switch to all toxin-free make-up, cleansing ...
  A: You could try Physicians Formula, they have an organic line of products, or go to a natural health ...
Lasting eyeliner6/28/2009
  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?6/20/2009
  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 ...
product recommendation6/17/2009
  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...6/10/2009
  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 ...
How to choose the right red?6/9/2009
  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 redness6/7/2009
  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...6/5/2009
  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 ...
Purple Mascara ?5/21/2009
  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 ...
soap5/18/2009
  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 ...
skin glow and treatment for oily skin5/14/2009
  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 ...
Tan vs Pale5/14/2009
  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 ...
product question5/13/2009
  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 occurances5/12/2009
  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 makeup5/11/2009
  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 ...
How to 'make up'5/8/2009
  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'5/8/2009
  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 use5/6/2009
  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, ...
Best foundation for 50 + Las Vegas NV climate5/6/2009
  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 ...
Prom make up5/5/2009
  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 ...
eyebrows4/20/2009
  Q: Im 14 yrs old. My eyebrows are black/brown and they are very unvisible, very light colored, like ...
  A: You can use either a eyebrow pencil to draw them in or eyeshadow and a small firm brush. Find a ...
covergirl dupe?4/12/2009
  Q: I just found a color I really liked- Covergirl's Tapestry Taupe. I really like the shimmer and the ...
  A: I am not sure what color it is, since I don't have it, but you could try an eye shadow primer and ...
Makeup primer4/4/2009
  Q: I have VERY large pores and a few pock marks as well. I have tried many, many primers and none work ...
  A: I dont know if either one of those options is a good idea to use as a primer. Primer is not made to ...
Good Foundation for Oily Skin4/4/2009
  Q: I was wondering if you could tell me what the best type of foundation would be for oily/acne prone ...
  A: I would have suggested mineral powder foundation, but if you dont like how it looks maybe you can ...
makeup and skin care4/2/2009
  Q: what can I use so that I dont have alot of acne? what will help me control it? whats the healthiest ...
  A: what can I use so that I dont have alot of acne? Well, mineral powder makeup is a good choice to ...
foundation primer4/1/2009
  Q: I am 36 years old and I have larger pores mostly on my nose. Makeup settles in them and I don't ...
  A: Primer works well when there are small to medium size pores and small wrinkles, but unfortunately it ...
I want an Even/Lighter skin tone?3/22/2009
  Q: over the years my skin has gotten more dull & uneven, I've tried some exfoliating washes but they ...
  A: I use two products which are fabulous. The first one is Timeless Prescriptions Anti-Aging ...
Fair skin3/21/2009
  Q: My Mother amoung other people say that I should do something with my skin. I am very very ...
  A: As far as the beauty industry goes, the color isn't such a factor so much as clarity and smoothness. ...
eyeshadow3/6/2009
  Q: i am studying beauty therapy and have an assessment in a few days time. what i would like to know is ...
  A: My recommendation would be to use a powder, as cream eyeshadow tends to crease more and will collect ...
Makeup for Bridesmaid3/4/2009
  Q: I will be a bridesmaid in a wedding in May. I want to go with a look a bit more dramatic than my ...
  A: First question- is this an evening wedding? By the length of the bridesmaids gowns I would guess ...
2 questions about Lip makeup?2/2/2009
  Q: Most lip stains I've used are too red, i want a nice peachy pink that will stay on very long, and ...
  A: I like the Max Factor Lipfinity for long lasting lipsticks the best. They have a lot of colors, it ...
Am I warm, cool, or neutral?1/29/2009
  Q: I'm so confused when it comes to determining my skin tone. I wear Bare Minerals Fairly Light, Cover ...
  A: There are several ways to determine your skin tone. Without being able to see you in person I can ...
Makeup1/29/2009
  Q: My complextion is very light. I don't know what color or shade to use to make my face not look so ...
  A: Without seeing you in person I don't know how much I can help. Does your face look red before you ...
eye makeup1/27/2009
  Q: I have eyes that change with my mood. They are green when I am content, with guys, etc. when I am ...
  A: It sounds like you have eyes that are the same as mine- a blue/green hazel. Mine do the same thing. ...
Skin Care1/22/2009
  Q: I don't wear makeup and am prone to breaking out once a month around my nose area. I am not sure ...
  A: Cetaphil is actually a good option for someone who has never had a regimen before. And its a really ...
dark eye circles1/21/2009
  Q: I am a 36 yr old woman with light skin. What is the best type of product to cover black circles ...
  A: Look for a concealer that has an orange color to it, that will cancel out the blues and purples of ...
Mineral Make-up1/17/2009
  Q: I am 15, and I have acne which is quite red. I am using benzoyl peroxide to treat this, but I would ...
  A: Well, all Mineral Powders have Mica in them because Mica is one of the main minerals they use in the ...
foundation1/15/2009
  Q: i'm 14 with combination skin with acne. have been using foundation for the past 1 year. im currently ...
  A: Your cheeks go red partly because of the cold (mine do too) and partly because the cold air dries ...
foundation1/13/2009
  Q: i'm 14 with combination skin with acne. have been using foundation for the past 1 year. im currently ...
  A: Bobbi Brown is a really good makeup line, and using oil free is definitely better for your skin. At ...
"theatrical" make up question1/11/2009
  Q: This question is for the possible using of Spirit Gum for a theatrical make up. The character being ...
  A: Ok, here is what I would recommend. First off, don't ever put any kind of adhesive that close to ...
semi formal! HELP!12/10/2008
  Q: ok so i have medium-short dark brown hair, brown eyes and a paleish skin tone, my dress is purple ...
  A: I would use the silver as the highlight color and purple for the shadow. Look for pictures of a ...
Over-Plucked Eyebrows!12/4/2008
  Q: Hey, Im 15, and have been eyebrow plucking for 2 years now. The first time i did it i did it wrong ...
  A: Your best bet is to let them grow out completely and then go to a professional to either have them ...
skin/make-up choices12/4/2008
  Q: I write to you today as a 33yo woman with horrible adult acne, oily skin, and dark circles under my ...
  A: A great thing to try if you haven't already tried it is mineral powder makeup. What makes it a nice ...
Makeup tips for a special occasion11/27/2008
  Q: I am a highschool student who doesn't normally wear makeup. However, I am attending the semiformal ...
  A: Sounds like you don't really need foundation, which is great. I always prefer the classic look for ...
Concealing Stretch Marks11/2/2008
  Q: I am 14, my height is 5'4" and I weigh 115 lbs. I haven't gained or lost a significant amount of ...
  A: You could also look into some tattoo coverup by Cinema Secrets, but I am afraid that anything you ...
lip makeup11/1/2008
  Q: I usually only buy Sephora or Mac lipsticks, but after a few hours, it fades, but not on the ...
  A: There is a really great product out there that is reverse lip liner. Its clear and you apply it ...
Looking 2010/30/2008
  Q: I'm 17 doing a roll for a 19-20 year old, only I look 17, maybe 18 on a good day when I apply make ...
  A: This is a multi-tiered problem. Not only does it have to do with how your makeup and hair is done, ...
clueless about makeup10/27/2008
  Q: i am going to a ball and i need to do my own makeup. i have never worn makeup before so i have no ...
  A: The best thing to do for this is keep it very simple. Look at pictures of Audrey Hepburn and look ...
Spirit gum, fake mustache...10/25/2008
  Q: Does spirit gum and a fake mustache stick on your face better when you grow out some (short) ...
  A: Spirit gum sticks better to bare skin. :) And is easier to remove as well. With the fake eyebrows ...
foundation and eye makeup10/23/2008
  Q: okay! 1: I have really bad acne thats red and large. what can i do to cover it up so its not really ...
  A: ok: 1. First you need a good quality skin care to help reduce the acne. Then I would use a mineral ...
12 year old wearing foundation make-up10/21/2008
  Q: Our 12 yr old thinks she needs to be wearing foundation. We disagree and have taken the foundation ...
  A: Well, since we know what we were like when we were 12, she might defy you and do it anyway. But, ...
Need heavier eyebrows.10/16/2008
  Q: I'm playing a role soon for an amateur production company and this character should have heavier ...
  A: You can buy fake hair to apply with eyelash glue a little bit for the role, or you can use already ...
Makeup10/5/2008
  Q: i was just wanting 2 know what cover up would be best to use for skin that breakouts. my skin ...
  A: I love the 'Erasezit" pencil from Judith August cosmetics. Hides acne great- stays put and has acne ...
pressed powder9/30/2008
  Q: I am a 36 year old caucasian woman with ivory skin. I can't afford department store make up brands. ...
  A: Unfortunately, as we get older our pores can increase in size. Here is the reason why. When we are ...
eye make-up8/11/2008
  Q: I was wondering in what order are you supposed curl your eyelashes, put eyeliner, eye shadow, and ...
  A: There really is no required order, professional makeup artists tend to develop their own routines ...
makeup for Asians8/5/2008
  Q: What cosmetic lines/brands are most flattering or compatible for Asian skin tones?
  A: There are several lines that have great colors for Asian skin. One of them is Shiseido of course. ...
stila smudge pots8/4/2008
  Q: For my eyeliner I use Stila Smudge Pots in black. I think it's really great, and it doesn't smudge ...
  A: You can get your brush wet to dilute it down. I would avoid warming it up since the skin around ...
eye make-up7/30/2008
  Q: I would like to know how to make my eyes looks bigger and pop. I am asian and i do have the ...
  A: There are a lot of techniques that can make your eyes look bigger depending on how you want to do ...
darkened skin7/28/2008
  Q: i went swimming the other day w/o realizing that my sunscreen had expired. sadly i found out when i ...
  A: You could find a skin lightener at the drug store, but really I would recommend just scrubbing your ...
Make up staying on7/27/2008
  Q: as you it is summer and is getting hotter everyday. i really want to get some make up that stays on ...
  A: You can try using a mineral powder which lasts longer than a liquid foundation and also use ...
make up7/27/2008
  Q: my natural eye color is green but i sometimes wear blue contacts. i need a new makeup routine. i ...
  A: Well- I am not sure what you wear now, so hopefully I wont recommend what you already do! :) If ...
Help me please..7/26/2008
  Q: I'm a 19 years old girl. I have a long black hair and yellow skin like all asian girl in common. I ...
  A: Ok- I am going to take this one question at a time, this will be long, so bear with me. :) I have ...
make up colors7/25/2008
  Q: Can you tell me please what be be a foundation color for dark skin with red undertones. Thanks, ...
  A: The best thing to do is to look at a line of cosmetics where you can get sample sizes and try them ...
Skin tone?7/6/2008
  Q: I was wondering if you could help...I have a cool skin tone (I think!) with very pale ...
  A: As far as the hair color goes, I can't tell you whether it's correct for your skin tone or not. I ...
makeup7/1/2008
  Q: I have a medium olive skin tone, medium brown hair, and gray/blue eyes that change to green. I want ...
  A: A great color eyeliner for you would be a olive green color, it would make your eye color pop and ...
Oily skin and acne6/30/2008
  Q: I have very oily skin and my skin is not all that great either. I have pimples and scarring from ...
  A: If you use a good quality powder and not cake it on (use a brush to apply it and tap the brush ...
mascara6/27/2008
  Q: I would like to know a brand of mascara that will make my lashes look longer and thicker. I am ...
  A: As wonderful as mascara is, unfortunately it cant really remedy thin lashes as much as we would ...
Skin problem of my husband6/24/2008
  Q: My husband has kind of Black pigmentation on both the cheeks right at the bottom of eyes.It covers ...
  A: Honestly, he should see a dermatologist about the patches to really find out what they are and how ...
lowering the eyebrows6/22/2008
  Q: I am a man, and I know this sounds a bit strange, but i wanted to ask you if there was anything i ...
  A: Well, it sounds like nature has bestowed you with a blessing that most women would kill for. There ...
Black Tie Gala6/16/2008
  Q: I am a 16 year old who is going to a black tie gala in a few months. I have no idea how to do my ...
  A: The goal is to have people notice you and not your makeup. Look at pictures of Audrey Hepburn for a ...
Sharp inner eye corners6/11/2008
  Q: My inner eye corners are really rounded looking (I'm Asian, and I have inner eye folds), so instead ...
  A: The best way to achieve this look is with eyeliner. You don't have to use black though. And you ...
Even Skin Tone6/9/2008
  Q: I was wondering if you could help me find a good skin product that will help even out my skin and ...
  A: I would try the Neutrogena skin care line for acne if it isn't too bad. If you have really bad acne ...
Oily skin and acne5/30/2008
  Q: I have very oily skin and my skin is not all that great either. I have pimples and scarring from ...
  A: That foundation is really great! I love Make Up For Ever. Any time you use a liquid foundation ...
allergic to mascaras during/after my pregnancy5/5/2008
  Q: I noticed my under eyelids started getting red,itchy,flaky with mascara. I used estee lauder for ...
  A: When we get pregnant our hormones can cause us to be sensitive to things we would normally not be ...
makeup for mature blonde5/2/2008
  Q: I am 47 blonde with young skin. I need an evening look for my makeup. I will be wearing a deep ...
  A: Lol! No problem. I would first start with a tinted moisturizer, looks fresher and not cakey. Then ...
pro active4/27/2008
  Q: this morning i used pro active and the zits on my face have been noticably larger. Is this because ...
  A: yes, the zits are larger because they are coming to the surface. If you just started using ...
tiny zits4/25/2008
  Q: its like no matter how much i scrub my face, i still have a series of tiny little zits along my jaw ...
  A: Its possible if the one you are using is rough. I don't know what kind of exfoliator you are using ...
tiny zits4/23/2008
  Q: its like no matter how much i scrub my face, i still have a series of tiny little zits along my jaw ...
  A: You might very well be scrubbing too much and irritating the pores. If you are using an exfoliating ...
Dry Skin from Murad products4/16/2008
  Q: I recently started using the Murad acne product line. I have been using it for almost 2 weeks and ...
  A: You are getting this raction because the product line is too strong for your skin. It may be ...
mascara and eye shadow colors for me4/16/2008
  Q: I am 30 yrs old and I have light golden brown hair. My skin has pinkish tones to it. I have blue ...
  A: It really depends on the look you are going for. If you want a more natural day look then go with a ...
Ashey skin4/4/2008
  Q: I am a Black American woman, and I think I have finally found a line that works well with my skin- ...
  A: The reason these foundations are making you look ashy is because they have white in the base ...
Will be able to wear makeup in Jan.4/4/2008
  Q: Hey- I will be able to wear makeup next January, for my 15th birthday, and am asking for some ...
  A: OK- as far as makeup goes when you are 15, stick as light as you can and use sunscreen. The facial ...
compact makeup4/2/2008
  Q: This may seem wierd, but I'm completely clueless about makeup. Can you tell me what compact makeup ...
  A: If you use a low quality makeup it can clog the pores, and if it doesnt have good ingredients it ...
foundation4/1/2008
  Q: I have fairly dry skin and uneven skin tones. I am 58 years old so I don't want makeup that will ...
  A: As we age our skin gets thinner, loses elasticity and moisture, and starts to develop lines and ...
Make up for Freckly Faced People3/30/2008
  Q: Hey, I have freckles over my face, and whenever i apply make up whether it is concealer or powder, ...
  A: Well, all makeup fades throughout the day, even if it is a high quality long-lasting, waterproof ...
compact makeup3/30/2008
  Q: This may seem wierd, but I'm completely clueless about makeup. Can you tell me what compact makeup ...
  A: Your question isn't weird at all. There are a lot of women out there who have never delved into the ...
skincare3/22/2008
  Q: i have some stubborn lines under my eyes that are very visible when i smile is there any product ...
  A: Most anti-aging products will be too heavy for your skin. And everyone has lines around their eyes ...
makeup3/20/2008
  Q: i have dry skin, and when i wear makeup and blush, my skin gets flakey!! what should i do?
  A: First, a gentle skin cleanser and a high quality moisturizer that isnt heavy on oils, and has no ...
Oily face2/26/2008
  Q: I have an oily face ( but I feel dry if I don't apply cream on my face). I work for 10 hours sitting ...
  A: It could be several different reasons. One, that the moisturizer you are using isn't absorbing into ...
acne/scaley skin due to acne treatments2/21/2008
  Q: I have always had acne prone/oily skin. I am 34 and have recently started using a dr prescribed ...
  A: The reason your skin is getting scaly is because the acne treatment is way to harsh for your skin. ...
I Need Help!2/15/2008
  Q: This may be a strange request and I wont be hurt if you choose to ignore it! I'm a guy, in ...
  A: This is a question that requires a very in depth answer and probably someone who can help you face ...
Skin problems2/14/2008
  Q: Im 21 and still having bad skin breakouts. I cleanse, tone and moisturise daily, ONLY drink water ...
  A: There is a product line out there that is very gentle to the skin and works great for acny. Its ...
dark circles.2/13/2008
  Q: i have dark circles but i don't know what product i should use to hide it. there are a lot to choose ...
  A: For the dark circles you need to find a salmon-colored concealer to negate the blue in the dark ...
moisturizer2/13/2008
  Q: I'm currently looking for a good moisturizer that also fights signs of aging. My skin is very ...
  A: An excellent line for moisturizing and anti-aging is Cellular Laboratories. It was created by Dr's ...
Wedding day make-up2/13/2008
  Q: I am getting married in March and I want to do my own make-up. I have blue eyes are pretty fair ...
  A: You need a concealer that is salmon in color to negate the blue of the dark circles. I would go to ...

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