Nicole

Something I wanted to do with Make-Up Your Mind TV in 2019 is feature some of my favorite artists, find out what inspires them and what "Must Haves" are in their kit!! I chose my good friend Nicole Wittman for this interview! I first met Nicole over a decade ago when we were both hustling make-up at Bloomingdales Soho, NYC. She was managing Dior and I was freelancing for Nars. You lose track of people in New York so easily, but eventually (about 6 years ago) we reconnected while freelancing for Nars out in Los Angeles! Nicole is quite talented and one of the funniest people you'd ever work with on set. Read in interview below!

Thank you for talking to me!! Introduce yourself and explain your job title and how you got started! My name is Nicole Wittman, I am a make-up artist. I got into make-up artistry when I was 19, after being fired from being a hostess at Postrio in Las Vegas. I was looking for a job for a while after finishing my Criminal Justice degree at UNLV.

What inspires you most in your art?
I get inspired by the world around me. I like the textures and colors that happen in nature, graffiti or wall murals and textiles.
Do you have an area of expertise?
Advertising! But really, if it's make-up I just want to be part of it.
If you could do one gig for the rest of your life, what would it be?
I'd be Meryl Streep's make-up artist. Since that may not happen.. I'm not sure I could do just one gig for forever. Maybe I just haven't come across it yet.
Where do you see yourself in the future?
That's a hard question for me. I set goals for myself and when I achieve them, I set more. It makes me feel like the future is forever evolving.
How has social media affected the industry?
It has created an industry within an industry. "The influencer". I don't compete with them though. My focus isn't solely to influence others to purchase make-up products. I influence without intending too.
Where do you see the industry going in to future?
It will outlive many other careers. Robots can't put on make-up and I don't see that ever being a thing. As long as there is Hollywood, there should be a need for make-up artists.
How has it affected you?
It's helped me be able to contact people who I may never bump into in person. I can reach out to them via social media or I can keep up with their progression and they can keep up with mine. I used to hate it, but now see it can be a powerful tool.
What're your top 3 favorite PERSONAL make-up products?
Chanel: Brow Stylo
Too Faced: Better than Sex Mascara
Dior: Airflash foundation

What're your top 3 favorite PERSONAL skincare products?
Dior: Glow Booster
A face cream my friend Christina Mclamb is making
ADVEKET Beyond Binary: Glow Mask

What're your top 3 favorite ON SET make-up products?
Charolette Tillbury: Magic Away Concealer
Bobbi Brown: Bronzing Gel
The Body Shop: Lip and Cheek stick

What're your top 3 favorite ON SET skincare products?
Caudalie: Beauty Elixir
The Body Shop: Aloe Soothing Day Cream
Kiehl's: Creamy Eye Cream

What would your advice for new and inspiring artists be?
Don't give up. Put in your time and don't judge yourself by where others arena feel better or worse from it. Do it for the love, not for the money.
You can view Nicole's work at www.nicolewittman.com and follow her on Instagram @nicolewittman
Article by Justin Tyme @justintymeart for @makeupyourmindtv Be sure to follow Make-Up Your Mind on Youtube

The Best Charcoal Mask

The Best Charcoal Mask.
When I decided to take ADVEKET into skincare by launching Beyond Binary Skincare, I wanted to make sure that the products were on par with what was currently available in the market. Having worked for luxury skincare and make-up lines for over a decade, I knew this was not going to be the easiest task! After years of searching out labs and formulas I decided on one that I felt would not only  suit most all skin types, but would perhaps encourage the user to explore other avenues of self love and me time. I landed on what is now the activated charcoal Glow Mask. This mask uses Sodium Bicarbonate and activated white charcoal powder to deep cleanse pore and exfoliate dead skin. This mask is my favorite new pre shave treatment to use on myself as well as mens grooming clients. It's also a preventative treatment for acne and help to spot treat break outs!

What It Is

This deep-cleansing mask helps restore radiance by eliminating toxins and impurities and energizing the complexion to reveal a healthy, youthful glow. The thermal, charcoal formula activates with water, creating a warming sensation, while helping to melt away debris.

Gluten Free. 

What's Inside

Binchotan White Charcoal Powder draws out dirt and other pore-clogging debris.
Sodium Bicarbonate helps prevent problem-causing bacteria, absorb excess oil and decongests pores.
Glycerin provides intense hydration, enhances moisture retention and softens skin.

How To Use: CLICK HERE TO VIEW MY YOUTUBE VIDEO

Apply a generous amount to a dry face, being careful to avoid the immediate eye area. Leave for 5 minutes, then wet hands and massage into skin to activate. Remove with moistened cotton pads and rinse well with warm water. Follow with moisturizer or night crème.

Using this mask twice a week will help to keep skin looking smooth, taught and fresh. Your pores will appear smaller and the skin will have an over all glow. I have stopped using all other exfoliants since creating this mask. As a sensitive, dry skin I have always had trouble with exfoliants. Scrubs are too aggressive and acidic exfoliants have always irritated my skin. Once water touches this mask it evolves into a very slight grit. I would compare to a sloughing of dead skin and debris, not a scrub by any means. In my opinion this truly is the best charcoal mask EVER!
E-mail customerservice@adveketcosmetics.com for your free sample! (US ONLY)
Written by @justintymeart for @makeupyourmindtv about @adveket