About Chelle

Hello, Everyone!

I have loved cosmetics as long as I can remember. I recall watching in awe as my mother expertly applied her lipstick before work and the thrill I had in receiving my very own first cosmetics set. It was one of those inexpensive kits developed for little girls. My memory is fuzzy but I seem to recall using it during those highly glamorous events featuring me dressing up with mom's clothes and heels. My little beauty set contained a sheer lip color, a blush, and even a perfume! I can still remember that smell, it was something soft and powdery and it made me feel happy.

More years than I'd like to admit have passed since then and now that I'm forever-29 I can honestly say that my love for cosmetics has passed the test of time and my ever-growing collection stands as proof.

To tell a little about myself...  As you can guess, my name is Chelle, Michelle actually, but I like Chelle for short. I've been married to my wonderful husband for over 8 years and we have 3 mini-schnauzers whom I absolutely adore. I've worked as a Reports Specialist in the government sector for over 5 years as well as worked on my [incredibly slow moving and spaced out] Vocal Music Education degree off and on. I hope to teach in the music field one day, hopefully at the college level, and maybe even do some more vocal performance.

Speaking of performance, I've always known that good makeup is a very important part of presenting yourself in the best way possible, particularly when up on a stage. I'm no expert in the cosmetics field, I have no formal training, and there are plenty of beauty brands and items out there that I haven't (yet) sampled. I'm sure there are plenty that I've never even heard of! But I do know that a great application of makeup can truly change your image and give you that extra *something special* to really look polished and put together. That's a big part of why I love cosmetics so much.

So despite my lack of training and the gaps that may be in my knowledge of beauty products, I have decided to start this beauty blog as an outlet for my creative interest. I honestly believe that people from all levels of expertise (or even a lack thereof) can help one another expand their knowledge, grow their skills, and widen a capacity for creativity. It is my hope that some of my posts not just be an entertainment outlet for myself but that they will be able to offer some valuable information for beauty addicts, newbies, and everyone in between.

I really hope you enjoy reading!

-Chelle