Artis Fluenta Collection of Luxurious Makeup Brushes

Artís recently launched the Artís Fluenta makeup brushes, available individually or in a 3, 5 or 9 brush set. The collection combines ergonomics with design, function and performance for a more efficient and easier to use cosmetic tool. 

I love the sleek design of the Artís Fluenta collection and the special grip on each brush. The brushes ensure makeup goes on evenly and smoothly. These are the most luxurious, high-quality makeup brushes I've ever used. 

One of my favorite brushes in the collection is the Oval 8 ($72), which has 100's of thousands of fibres in an oval shape for applying foundation or setting powder and blending bronzing or highlighting powders to entire areas of the face.  The Oval 6 ($56) is perfect for applying foundations, blush and contour, while the Oval 4 ($48) and Oval 3 ($42) helps with applying eye makeup. 

The Linear 3 is used for applying a perfect line of product along the upper or lower lash line and for creating medium size lines and linear shapes. The Linear 1 is used for applying a thin line of product along the lashes or help perfect the brow shape. The Circle 1 ($36) can be used for applying lip colour or concealer. The collection also includes the Oval 10 ($90) and Circle 1R ($36).

Artís brushes are suitable for sensitive skin and are animal-free, designed using trademarked CosmeFibre®, man-made fibres that make up the fibre bundle. Each patented brush has on average 3 to 10 times as many individual fibres as conventional animal hair brushes, resulting in superior blending and smooth makeup application. 

These are the only brushes I know of that have a special grip surface for better control, and the tilted brush tip and fibre bundles make it easier to apply, distribute and blend makeup.

The patented cleansing system includes an antimicrobial-treated microfibre cloth with 1 million fibres per square inch designed to help "grab" and remove makeup residue from the brush without changing the shape or adding wear-and-tear. 

The Artis Fluenta collection is available exclusively at Neiman Marcus, neimanmarcus.com, Bergdorf Goodman and bergdorfgoodman.com. 

- Kim Weling

Panasonic Beauty Bar at New York Fashion Week Spring 2015

The Panasonic Beauty Bar was a hot spot for celebrities, socialites and bloggers alike. The beauty bar, held at Salon SCK at 1845 Broadway, had all the right equipment for the ultimate beauty treatments. I was introduced to two beauty brands - Jamberry and Giella custom blend cosmetics. Jamberry nail wraps are vinyl-based with colorful and chic designs to express your style in a new and interesting way. The wraps are available online at jamberrynails.net with over 300 different designs. Jamberry also previewed their new Jamberry Mini-Heater which is great for travel. Giella is a naturally based line that specializes in recreating any discontinued shades for women that have their heart set on the perfect lipstick, powder or eyeshadow. This season there was even a grooming station for the guys, featuring Neutrogena Men Skincare and Woodford Reserve. 

On display were Panasonic Beauty tools and accessories such as the Nano Facial Steamer, Panasonic LUMIX digital cameras and retro on-ear headphones, plus a showcase of Uno de 50 jewelry. There were plenty of sweets and Skinnygirl Sparklers. Guests enjoyed complimentary Jamberry manicures, Giella makeup touch-ups and blowouts by appointment. 

Photos by Kim Weling

- Olivia Wehrle

Artis Elite Mirror Collection

You'll never want to go back to your ordinary makeup brushes again once you've experienced the Artis Elite Collection. The Artis brushes are made exclusively with CosmeFibre, and have an average of 3-10 times as many individual fibres than your everyday makeup brushes. These animal-free brushes are incredibly soft, and I love the curved handle and grip pads for more precision when applying makeup. 

There are 10 brushes total in the Elite Mirror Collection - Circle 1, Circle 1R, Linear 1, Linear 3, Linear 6, Oval 3, Oval 4, Oval 6, Oval 8, Oval 10. The brushes are sold individually or as a 3, 5 or 10 brush set. My favorite brush is the Oval 10. The oversized, oval of fibres (250,000 fibres in this one brush!) make applying powder foundation quick, easy and flawless.  

These are by far the most luxurious brushes I've ever used! You'll never want to part with them. Since the fibres retain their shape and are easy to clean with the cleansing foam and brush cleaning pad, you can expect these brushes to be with you for a very long time. Since this is the first collection from Artis, I can't to see what the future brings!

- Kim Weling

Panasonic Beauty Bar at New York Fashion Week Fall 2014

On February 10th and 11th during New York Fashion Week, guests visited the Panasonic Beauty Bar in between shows at Salon SCK at 1845 Broadway. Guests at the style retreat enjoyed manicures and hair touch-ups using the new Panasonic nanoe Beauty Tools as well as Skinnygirl cocktails and Lifeway Frozen Kefir. The latest Lumix cameras and Panasonic Beauty Tools were also on display. I can't wait to try the Panasonic Heated Eyelash Curler, which has a rotating comb, creating both natural and super curl finishes. I've been meaning to try that out ever since I previewed it at CES last January. 

Jeannie Mai 

- Kim Weling