How To Still Look Gorgeous On Christmas Day

All women know that there are two types of people who celebrate Christmas in this country: people who run to every relative's house within a 3 hour driving distance on Christmas Day, and people who are determined to spend the entire day at home with their immediate family (and, somehow, succeed). Here's two makeup looks for both types of women... We'll start with the first one, for the lady-on-the-go all day on Christmas.

By the way, yes, the photo is me. Last Christmas. My hair only looks that gorgeously curly because I'd had it curled for Christmas Eve service the night before... unfortunately this tutorial does not include the steps needed to wake up from a night's beauty sleep with stellar curls like that.


(However, this lovely lady has a FANTASTIC tutorial for how to do it... yes I've tried it, and yes it works! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3FV-YO46E8Y)

Anyway...

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1) Every great structure starts with a great foundation, and I'm not talking about the skin colored stuff you put on your skin. Even before that part, if you want your makeup to hold all day, you need to properly prepare your skin.

• Start with a moisturizer that's good for your skin type. If your skin is dry and blotchy in winter like most people, try mark.'s Calm & Composed ($18). If you're still an oil slick even though the air is drier than the desert, use mark.'s Matte Chance ($18).
• Once the moisturizer has totally "settled" into your skin (I'd wait 10-15 minutes), apply a makeup primer all over your face. I'd recommend mark.'s "Primed For Perfection." ($10)
• To make sure your eye makeup stays put all day, use an eye primer on your lids and up to the browbone that blends with your skin tone. Try mark.'s "Please Hold" ($8).

2) Now comes the literal foundation. Making your skin look flawless and have it last all day can be a challenge but with the right products it is entirely possible!

• Grab a foundation brush and apply a cream foundation to your entire face. Start at the center and brush outward, blending into your ears and down into the neck. Min-A-Real from mark. is excellent because it has all the benefits of a mineral foundation but in a cream formula.
• To conceal, use a lightweight liquid concealer on any blemishes and blend under the eyes. A little goes a long way here - don't want the under-eyes to look cakey! Use a concealer brush and try mark.'s "Conceal For Real." ($6.50)
• The most important step to making your foundation last all day is setting it - for a serious heavy-duty set, use a powder foundation on top of the cream foundation. Use a powder brush to tap it on lightly over your whole face to make sure the makeup doesn't move. (Powder Buff from mark. is excellent for $12.)
• Lastly, to add a nice flush to your cheeks, use a blush that compliments your skin tone. A nice neutral would be mark.'s "Good Glowing Cameo Glo" ($8).

3)  Your eyes are usually the most intricate part of any makeup job but try to keep it simple for this job. A light shimmery look with some depth will look great and last all day - plus won't make you look like a raccoon in family photos.

• Use a shimmering silver shadow to highlight your browbone. An eyeshadow brush with densely packed bristles will get a lot of shadow so you won't have to apply ten layers. For the color, try mark.'s "i-mark metallic" in shade "Moonshine." ($6)
• To keep with the shimmering look use a shimmering light pinky-peach on your lid. mark.'s "i-mark metallic" in shade "Sugar Sugar" is perfect.
• To finish it off and give the look some depth, use a medium brown shimmering color in the crease of your eye. The shade "Truffle" in another "i-mark metallic" looks very rich.
• Liner is always important for opening up your eyes and making you look alert and awake (even if you aren't.) A soft brown pencil liner should do fine - waterproof so if you shed a tear at an especially touching Christmas movie, it won't go anywhere! mark.'s "No Place To Run" liner in "Foxy Brown" ($8) is easy to apply and is completely smugde-and-budge-proof.
• Last step for the eyes (and another method for making them "open") is mascara. Use a really nice volumizing mascara and apply a few layers to make sure your eyes stay looking dramatic all day. "Lash All You Want" ($10) in either black or brown from mark. will be great for this.

4) Last but not least, your lips - possibly the easiest part of the whole process. You'll be talking, drinking and likely eating all day and you want something that won't go anywhere.

• Use a natural looking lipstain that gives your lips some color and evens them out. Keep it with you in case you do have to reapply after several hours - but it shouldn't be nearly as often as if it were a regular lipstick or gloss. "Gloss Gorgeous" ($10) from mark. is excellent - my favorite shade is "Bare."

Now that you know how to get a seriously heavy duty makeup job, let's look at the one for the family mom who just wants to make sure she doesn't have horrific looking fresh-out-of-bed skin in the photos from Christmas morning...


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1) Obviously, this one is going to have a lot less steps. However, you still need to start with a good foundation. This time though, instead of about eight steps, there's just one.

• Apply a tinted moisturizer all over your face to minimize redness and even skintone. It moisturizes your skin while providing a light coverage also - a perfect all-in-one. "Get A Tint" from mark. is excellent. ($10)
• If your undereye circles are terribly noticeable, apply a concealer lightly under your eyes. "Conceal For Real" ($6.50) from mark. would be perfect.

2) You'll still want to lighten and open your eyes, so there's just two steps you'll need to do there...

• Apply a light shimmering eyeshadow all over your lid and into the crease to brighten up your eyes. "Sugar Sugar" which is an i-mark metallic from mark. ($6) is perfect.
• Apply a coat of a volumizing mascara to top lashes (and lower lashes if desired) to open them up. "Lash All You Want" from mark. in black or brown ($10) is great.

3) Finish the look off with a quick and neutral lip gloss. Use one that isn't sticky and that has a good taste to it (for when you give your hubby a kiss for that extra special present he buys you!) "Glow Baby Glow" from mark. in the "Smooches" shade is perfectly neutral and even tastes like mint!

So there you have it - two distinctly different makeup looks for two very different types of days. Let me know how they work for you!

30 Perfect Holiday Gifts Under $30!

The selection of products with mark. is absolutely amazing - and the cost is even better! Here's a list of fantastic gift ideas (or presents for yourself!) for under $30 each!

 1. Lemon Sugar Gift Set

Comes with our best selling lemon sugar scented products (body mist, body butter, and 3-in-1 cleanser) plus our midi cosmetic bag to hold them all! Also available in pear blossom scent.

$28. ($40 value)

 2. Juice Gems Gift Set


Comes with four of mark.'s signature "Juice Gem" lip glosses that smell and taste like the fruit they are named after, plus our petite slither cosmetic bag. (Great stocking stuffers!)


$16. ($34 value)

 3. 'Tis The Season Survival Kit


All the essentials for keeping you gorgeous all season long! Comes with the Help Wanted cleanser for acne control, Mist Opportunity refresher, Make It Go Away wipes, Cheat Sheet shine blotters, and the super flash cosmetic bag to hold it all!


$28. ($46 value)

 4. Sugar Plum Holiday Deal


Everything to have a gorgeous, shimmering look this holiday! Two i-marks (sugar sugar and plum velvet) in a mini case, our new nail lacquer set, plus a No Place To Run liner in foxy brown.


$22. ($31.50 value)

 5. Sassy Gift Set


What better to pair mark.'s boldy sensual fragrance with than a petite faux leather bag?


$28. ($36 value)

 6. No Place To Run Gift Set


The amazing no-smudge formula of our No Place To Run eye liner - times four! Our four best selling liner colors (indigo girl, solid gold, steely gaze, and jet set) plus a sharpener and bag.


$26. ($43 value)

 7. Jewel Fragrance


Jewel is mark.'s best selling fragrance, and it's no secret why - it's sensual, mysterious, captivating scent is sure to entice anyone who smells it!


$22. 

 8. Have A Heart Necklace


Part of mark.'s m.powerment line, the Have a Heart necklace (available in gold or silver) is a classy addition to any outfit, any time of year. Plus, all proceeds support stopping domestic violence.


$22. 

9. On The Dot Neutral Compact


If you liked mark.'s summer, colorful "on-the-dot" then you'll love the new neutral edition for winter. 9 subtle, shimmering eye shadows to flatter any skin tone make up this winter must-have!


$15. 

 10. Celebrate Fragrance


Light and fun, the Celebrate fragrance is good for women of any age!


$25. 

11. White Vetiver Fragrance


The deep woodsy yet floral scent of White Vetiver is mysterious but perfect for the cooler months of the year.


$22. 

12. Linked To My Heart Bracelet


Part of mark.'s m.powerment line, the Linked to my Heart bracelet is a perfect accessory to glam up any outfit, whether business, casual, or dressy. Plus, all proceeds support stopping domestic violence.


$30.

13. Color & Clutch To Go



Part clutch... part compact... totally super! Leave the makeup inserts in to use the universally flattering shades, or take them out to create an instant mini clutch for cards, ID, cash, etc!


$20.

14. Instant Vacation Trio



Miniature versions of mark.'s three best-selling "Instant Vacation" fragrance lines - different every summer, but all equally light, fresh, and summery!


$18.

15. Foxy Fedora



Show the boys that the world's most popular hat style looks better on girls ;) Felt fabric with a faux leather band puts a modern twist on this classic style!


$24.

16. Glammed Up Ring



If you want to be the center of attention, this ring is for you! You'll sparkle as soon as you walk into the room wearing this knuckle ring featuring hundreds of mini rhinestones.


$28.

17. Warm Wishes Scarf



To make sure you stay warm and cozy this winter, look no further than the Warm Wishes scarf. Sleek black with a classy snap to fasten it together, this piece is ultra chic.


$30.

18. Haute Cloche



Goes perfectly with the Warm Wishes scarf! Keep those tresses warm while looking super fashionable at the same time!


$22.

19. Looped In Earrings



No lady is complete without a good set of hoops - or two! This set comes with two pairs of hoops in the classic gold and silver. Keep them both, give one away, or give them both away!


$24. (For the set)

20. Disco Domes Ring



Looking for a subtly glam look? The disco domes ring gives your hand a little bling without going crazy... The two-finger design makes it look like the rhinestones are peeking out from between your fingers!


$24.

21. Power Of Change Necklace



Part of mark.'s m.powerment line, the Power of Change necklace goes with anything and is very classy - you're sure to get lots of compliments! Plus, all proceeds support stopping domestic violence.


$22.

22. Cuffed Bracelet



This innovative bracelet looks like many bangles layered together but is actually one elastic bracelet that fastens magnetically! Available in gold or silver.


$20.

23. Close Knit Beret



A warm knitted material, this beret will keep you warm through even the coldest weather! Plus, it's super cute!


$24.

24. Close Knit Infinity Scarf



Has the look and feel of a hand-knitted scarf from grandma's house but still holds its ground in the style department with its infinity design!


$30.

25. Close Knit Gloves



These adorable knitted gloves were made extra long for extra warmth!


$20.

26. In A Flash Earrings



These earrings are the perfect addition to any outfit being worn to an evening out - whether you're out on the town with the girls, on a romantic date, or enjoying a holiday party.


$18.

27. Multifaceted Necklace



You'll get compliments everywhere you go with this classy necklace! Available in either Smoky Mix or Jet.


$30. (Or $20 with any $20 purchase!)

28. Pavé the Way Bracelet Set



Mixing gold and silver tones is all the rage this holiday season, and this stylish set is the perfect way to do it.


$24.

29. Fireball Earrings



These subtle-yet-glam drop earrings are perfect to wear with literally anything, anywhere.


$18.

30. Winging It Earrings



Available in either black or fuchsia, these throwback earrings are good for any age range! Dress them up or dress them down - it's up to you!


$16.




To start shopping, register now at www.mymarkstore.com/skoermer! :)

The Holidays Are Coming!

Holy Holidays, Batman! It's already October! That means it's less than three months to all the major gift-giving holidays in December!

For those of you who have been holiday-gift-shopping for a while, you're aware of a few things:

1. Every year you realize you have started shopping too late when the time and money runs short far faster than you'd have liked.
2. Every year you find at least one woman on your gift-giving list that is impossible to buy for.
3. Every year you find yourself stuck in the vast expanse of crowded phenomena that is THE MALL.
4. Every year you find yourself scrambling madly and, eventually, guessing without any guidance on "the perfect gift" for a lady in your life - be it girlfriend, mom, sister, friend, whoever.

Well, my friends, this year, I'd like to change all that for you! :)

Granted, I can't help you get that super awesome remote controlled airplane your dad has always wanted... but I can at least save you from the terrors of the dreaded mall for a few people on your list. :)

Here's four reasons to do much of your holiday shopping with me, as a mark representative:

1. You can start shopping amazing holiday deals and steals RIGHT NOW!
2. You can find gifts that are perfect for every lady on your list!
3. You can do all your shopping in your pajamas right at your computer! And it's delivered right to your doorstep by your friendly neighborhood UPS man. :)
4. I can provide any advice and guidance you'd like on suggestions for the perfect gifts for everyone you're buying for!

So, you're asking, what are some of these "amazing deals and steals" you could be getting? Here's just a few! Give the set all to one person or break them up for stocking stuffers to several people!

 This "Sugar Plum" deal comes with everything you need for a sweet holiday look - two of our i-mark eye shadows, a case to hold them, our "No place to run" smudge free liner (in "Foxy Brown") plus our brand new nail lacquer set in shimmering warm neutrals.

Worth $31.50 - yours for just $22!

 mark.'s Lemon Sugar scent is always popular and best selling - and now they've bundled it together into an irresistible deal! It comes with all three of the lemon sugar body care products - the 3-in-1 cleanser, the scent mist, and the body butter - plus an ultra glam bag to hold them all for traveling!

Worth $40 - yours for just $28!

 mark.'s "Juice Gems" have always been their best selling lip gloss! Now, just for the holidays, you can have four of the most popular shades (honeydew, pomegranate, raspberry, and fig) plus the super cute "petite slither" cosmetic bag. Oh, and did I mention each gloss tastes like the fruit its named after?

Worth $34 - yours for just $16!

 "Jewel" is mark.'s best selling fragrance - sultry and captivating, and just a little mysterious. Now you can pair it with a super glam bag that's perfect to use as a clutch at holiday parties. This deal is also available for two of mark.'s other scents - Sassy and Celebrate.

Worth $42 - yours for just $32!

The "That's So Clutch" deal is coming soon - just in time for a last minute gift! Comes with a golden clutch-wallet, a gorgeous eye-shadow compact, our amazing innovative volumizing mascara, and a Juice Gem in "snow peach." Perfect for splitting up and giving to multiple people, or even for keeping for yourself!

Worth $61.50 - yours for just $38!





Itching for holiday shopping yet? There's so many more offers than just these high-lighted deals! To start shopping, register as a customer at www.mymarkstore.com/skoermer. If you have any questions, just shoot me an email at skoermer.markrep@gmail.com!

--Sarah <3

Magalog 9 Highlights!

Hello Beautiful Ladies!

We are already over one week into magalog 9 - incredible! I had a fantastic weekend with my wonderful mark. team this past weekend in Ocean City, MD - incredibly painful first degree sunburn covering half my body aside, it was a great weekend and definitely totally business building!

I just have a few notes for you for the wonderfully awesome magalog 9 - a spotlight on my favorite products and deals!

My Two Favorite Magalog 9 Products!

High Stepping Boots!

These gorgeous boots are seriously high-quality and high-heeled! They will make a statement anywhere you go and look super-classy - and the best part is that they are SUPER comfortable! $70 for these beauties.








i-mark Metallics

If you like mark.'s eyeshadows (called the "i-marks") then you will LOVE the new i-mark metallics! They come in six beautiful shades - from the very neutral "Sugar Sugar" to the ultra dramatic "Jazzy." Each stellar new shade is $6 each and fits in the same "Snap To It" compact palettes as the original i-mark shadows.



Seriously AWESOME Deals!

mark.'s "Get It All Deal" for Magalog 9 only!

Get everything you need for a hot fall look! Available right on the website, you'll get two i-mark metallics ("Lava" and "Jazzy"), the best selling all-flattering Good Glowing blush in "Cameo Glo," a Snap-to-It Mid palette to hold them, plus mark.'s two newest nail lacquers ("Steel Plum" and "Industrial") - it's worth $35.50, but you get it all for $28!






My version of the "Get It All" deal!

I was so inspired by mark.'s deal this magalog that I'm offering my own! If the combination of "Lava" and "Jazzy" with "Cameo Glo" just isn't for you, check out the photo below of the deal I'm offering for a limited time! Any two i-mark metallics with any Good Glowing blush plus a Snap To It Mid palette for just $25! This isn't available on the website, but you can give me cash or check, or PayPal me the money! Just tell me which colors you want - check out the photo for ideas!

Lash All You Want deal!

If you haven't tried the fabulous new mascara "Lash All You Want" yet, now is a great time to do it! For magalog 9, mark. is offering a deal where if you buy Lash All You Want (in ANY of the four colors!) for $10, you can add a "No Place To Run" eyeliner (in ANY of the eight colors!) for just $2 extra! That's an $18 value for $12!

THREE DAYS ONLY Itty Bitty Pretty Earrings Deal!

If you've been thinking about snagging the cute set of three "itty bitty pretty earrings" then now it your chance! For today, tomorrow, and Thursday ONLY mark. is offering a special promotion: spend $40 and get the Itty Bitty Pretty earrings for FREE! Just enter code ITTY40 at checkout! (The earring set is worth $18!)

Sarah's 21st Birthday Deal!

For those of you who do not know, I will be turning 21 on September 5, 2011! (That's Labor Day!) As my special gift from me to you, if you make ANY PURCHASE on my eBoutique on September 5, I will send you a free gift in the mail!

Announcements...

Don't Forget! 
Magalog 10 pre-sales are open right now! Check out the Facebook album for magalog 10's sneak preview here! If you see anything you like, let me know and I can pre-order it for you before Magalog 10 even releases to the public on 9/9/11!

In case you're free this Sunday...
I'm having a mini mark. party (super informal!) at my mom's house for back to school fashion and makeup! Free food, free stuff, and mystery product grab bags.... hmmmmmm... if you'd like to come, message or text me for directions! It's from 5-8 this Sunday, August 28.

Love and Lipgloss to all of you!

$20 SALE!

Hello Lovely Ladies!

Guess what? It's the second Friday after the magalog switch, and that means a Last Chance Refresh! The magic number with Last Chance this time around seems to be 20 - Twenty Dollars, that is! There are some beautiful fashion items in last chance right now, and all for $20 a piece! So, here's my offer to you:

Place AT LEAST ONE of these $20 items in your order between now and 8/11, and I'll mail you a package full of goodies, including one full size product, lots of samples, and the newest magalog!

Here's a peek at what's being offered!

It's The Skinny Pants

For the sleek and super comfortable skinny jean look, these are perfect! They have an elastic waist so they aren't so constrictive and even have an adorable zipper detail down at the bottom of each leg. Super cute!







Putting on the Glitz Dress

Can you say super versatile? Wear it alone, dress it up with tights, dress it down with jeggings, add a belt around the waist, accessorize with some great necklaces - this dress is the glitziest in town!

 Snake Charmer Bag

This'll go perfect with your Glitz dress! Both the purple and gray version both feature a multi-toned snakeskin pattern (fake, of course!) and have a nice sheen that will stand out anywhere!

Take Me To Rio Bag

There's still time to get to the beach, and this bag is perfect to take along with you! With a beautiful color reminiscent of tropical oceans and lots of space to store all your beach essentials, this is the perfect summer getaway bag.

Tweed & Twinkle Bag

Of course, though it IS still summer, I know some of us are thinking about fall and winter already! Check out this snazzy tote that sparkles in the light - great for books, a laptop, folders, or anything else you need to tote around!

Two Do Tunic Dress

My personal favorite from this $20 sale! Super fashionable and can be worn with almost ANYTHING - and the color can fit right into any season, so you can rock this tunic all year long!

SURPRISE Super Deal!

Hi lovelies!

I just found out that for the last magalog, I as a mark. representative was 20th in the NATION in sales! (That's out of 60,000 reps!)

So, I'm passing the celebration onto YOU, my customers!

If, anytime in the NEXT WEEK (7/19/11 - 7/26/11!) you order off my eBoutique, you'll receive the following:

• Make a $15 purchase = free gift worth $3 (ex. Cheekblossom, Glossblossom, etc)
• Make a $30 purchase = free gift worth $10 (ex. It Kit, Lash All You Want Mascara, etc)
• Make a $50 purchase = free gift worth $15 (ex. Keep It Going deal, On The Dot compact, etc)
• Make a $75 purchase = free gift worth $22 (ex. Jewel Fragrance, Have A Heart Necklace, etc)
• Make a $100 purchase = free gift FROM MAGALOG 9! (Not yet released and worth $35.50!)

Register on my eBoutique to get started ( www.mymarkstore.com./skoermer ) and then start shopping!

<3

Last Chance is AMAZING right now!

Hi ladies!

Just a quick update to let you know that the items in Last Chance right now are absolutely STELLAR! To promote the sheer awesome-ness that is Last Chance, I'm offering a sweet deal for the next few weeks:

If you purchase $30 OR MORE of Last Chance items, you will receive:

+ A FREE (brand new!!) Lash All You Want Mascara!
+ FREE Shipping!
+ One entry (for every $30!) into the gift basket being given away at the end of the month!

Here's just a few of the great deals featured in Last Chance until 7/29!!

It Kit trend Color Compact

I like to call this a super-palette! One blush/bronzer, three eye shadows, three color creams, AND three lip glosses all in ONE palette - for $10!!

Print Condition Scarf

Super Chic and Super Versatile scarf that can be used a thousand different ways in any season! Gorgeous floral print and soft fabric - $13!!

Squared Away Tote

This is a great go-to bag! It can be used as a purse, as a schoolbag, as a business bag - it's classy and very subtly chic. $22!!

Plus, check out all these deals that are UNDER $5 EACH!

HookUp Fragrance (in Jewel, Sassy, and Sophistique) - $4!

Cheekblossom Cheek Color Tint - $3!

Citrus Bloom Lotion - $3!

Multi-Wear Scent Booster (Feeling Calm or Great Energy) - $4

Glossblossom Ripening Lip Tint (Original or Shimmer) - $3!

HookUp Brushes (Angled Eye Shadow, Eye Liner, or Lip) - $3!

Nailed It trend Mini lacquers - $5 for the set!

Petite Cosmetic Bag - $4!

Seeing Stripes Eye Color Trio (4 shade combinations) - $3!

Self Sanctuary Body Butter (Berry Cranberry or Peony Apple) - $5!

Self Sanctuary Shower Wash (Berry Cranberry or Peony Apple) - $4!

Shimmer Down Lip Gloss (2 shades) - $4!

Shine Tubes HookUp Lip Gloss (4 shades) - $3!






Register on my eBoutique ( www.mymarkstore.com/skoermer ) to start shopping today! Remember, $30 or more spent in last chance gets you a FREE Lash All You Want Mascara!