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Jan 8, 2013 7:00 AM EST
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Real Girl, Real Beauty: A Rockstar Makeup Artist Spills Her Secrets
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What made you start your blog Cheap Frills and Thrills? Is it safe to say you are a bargain gal?
"I think all the babes out there need to know that there are some amazing products that we all have access to that can really make a difference in your beauty routine. Now don't get me wrong —there are some luxury cosmetics out there that I love to splurge on. But I know first-hand that just because something is more expensive, doesn't mean it's the best.

"Also, I love the marriage of makeup and fashion. I feel like people are more likely to take chances with their fashion choices than with their makeup. I hope that my blog shows people that makeup isn't just utilitarian — it can also be a fun and a new way to express yourself. I want my readers to step out side their box and try something new with me. I wore black lipstick in public and I survived — and I'll do it again!

"Cheap Frills and Thrills is also a way for me to share some of my tips and tricks I have either stumbled upon or learned along the way of my career. I love when people contact me with questions or requests for tutorials. It helps me keep my finger on the pulse of what people want and also challenges me to be current and knowledgeable about things I may not have thought of before."