Monique's Beauty Blog
50 Won 50
This past February 14th, I implemented a Referral Program wherein I offered 10% off your next appointment as my way of saying "Thank You". Well I have since revised that Program wherein I now offer 50% off to first time clients AND 50% OFF YOUR NEXT APPOINTMENT for...
Trick or Treatment
Do you or someone you know use Avon's product line "Anew"? If so, did you hear that earlier this month, the FDA called out Avon regarding their misleading ads on Anew's anti-wrinkle product claims? Basically, Avon was claiming that Anew could change the cellular...
Wisdom vs. Wrinkles
Last week I celebrated the 25th anniversary of my 21st birthday and though my face does not reflect any wrinkles, life has taught me some age old wisdom about God, love, people, situations, etc. Though I'm in the business of manufacturing perfect beauty, I tease...
This Stuff Defies Logic
Over the weekend, we did 5 weddings (Beverly Hills, Diamond Bar, Torrance, Malibu and Ojai). Of the three I did, the last bride would have been a challenge without my faithful "Stay Don't Stray" eyeshadow/concealer primer by Benefit. You know how I feel about waxing...
First Come… First Serve
Jennifer Smith was my very first client earllier today at my new location at 626 Broadway Street, Ste. 121, Santa Monica, CA. She is a member of MPBB and took advantage of the "Happy Hour" menu services.
Monique Powers Beauty Boutique is Going to Broadway!
Isn't this exciting! Let me explain. On October 2nd I will be moving my private studio of 7 years to a very public place on Broadway Street in Santa Monica. Yay!! My new address will be 626 Broadway Street, Suite 121, Santa Monica, CA. I will be offering new and...
So Much to Say, Not Enough Time to Say It
You already know without me saying it... "I've been sooooo super busy..." Last weekend I did makeup and hair for 4 brides (2 Italians, 1 Ethiopian, and 1 Korean bride). Today by the time you read this, I will be back in Simi Valley for the second time in 48 hours for...
The Ghost of Monique Powers
I know it’s been 2 months since I’ve last checked in, but I promise I haven’t forgotten about you. In case you're interested to know what’s been going on with me, here is the reader's digest version: Spent a few days last month in Vegas attending an AMAZING esthetic...
Va-va Voluminous
My April brides are coming through for me! Rachel Peters (formerly Hedwat) kicked off my April 2012 bridal month on April 7th. It was THE perfect day to get married and I loved the ambience of the morning. It was a clear, bright, sunny day where I met her at her...
Another Life Long Commitment
On September 10, 2011, beauty team member, Natasha Marcelina and I met with Hali and Brian at the London Hotel for a bridal makeup preview for Hali. I personally was not available to do Hali's makeup for their April 21st wedding but I knew she would be very pleased...