THE MAKEUP SHOW NYC 2016

 Portrait by Linda Mason at The Makeup Show NYC Icon Gallery

Makeup is more than vanity--it's hard work! And so maintains the message from The Makeup Show's Director of Artistry, James Vincent. Returning to NYC for an 11th year, show staples NARS cosmetics, Make Up Forever, Kat Von D, Sephora and Ricky's join a slate of carefully curated indie beauty brands to offer professionals a wide range of products across price points and expertise. New this year, the 5th floor Icons Gallery pays tribute to the endearing contributions of Dany Sanz, founder of The Makeup Show and beauty brand Makeup Forever, and artist Linda Mason. Keep reading to see my show picks...

10 YEARS OF THE MAKEUP SHOW NYC

Celebrity makeup artist James Vincent introduces The Makeup Show NYC at the Blogger preview Saturday, May 2nd

Our faces act as canvases of emotional assessment. While confidence, ferocity and elegance flourish, makeup amplifies the fine features that make us memorable. For 2 days (May 3-4), industry professionals, interns and inspired cosmetic artists flock to the Metropolitan Pavilion for tips, tricks and professional products at the 10th annual Makeup Show NYC. Celebrity cosmotologist James Vincent introduces this year's show highlights at Saturday evening's press preview. Keep reading for some of my show favorites...