Ardell Beauty Of The Week Elie Maalouf

BEAUTY OF THE WEEK

ELIE MAALOUF

Meet Elie,

ARDELL'S Beauty Of The Week.

He is creative, genuine and dynamic and is sharing
his beauty secrets with us!

AR:	Tell us about yourself?
EL:	I am a freelance makeup artist, based out of Los Angeles. I was raised and started my career in Detroit. My passion is to create and discover something new each time I’m doing someone's makeup. I started at a young age but professionally began at a salon after high school.
AR:	Describe your earliest beauty memory.
EL:	My earliest beauty memory was being captivated by my mom and aunts wearing makeup looks during the 80s. Frosted Lip and loud blush colors really caught my attention.

AR:	Who had the biggest beauty influence on you growing up?
EL:	Fashion Models! And Elsa Klensch on CNN during her style segments, Face of Fashion. I used to be fixated on it.
AR:	What is something that you no longer believe about beauty that you once did?
EL:	I used to believe that there were rules, but now know there are no rules to beauty.

AR:	How do you define beauty today?
EL:	Beauty today is being an individual. Having your own voice and doing what works for you.
AR:	Do you have any favorite beauty practices that you swear by?
EL:	A cold water rinse for my face. Or a cooling mask for my clients.

“Beauty today is being an individual. Having your own voice and doing what works for you.”
– Elie Maalouf

AR:	When do you feel most beautiful?
EL:	Generally after I workout. I like my whole body to feel balanced.
AR:	What’s your go-to makeup or skin care routine?
EL:	I’m a minimalist. A good face wash, toning spray, and an SPF moisturizer. A really good facemask depending on if I have blemishes or have been out in the sun is my main add on.
AR:	What is your favorite beauty trend right now?
EL:	Color!

AR:	What is the best beauty tip you’ve ever discovered?
EL:	Using the right primer, allows your makeup to last longer. There’s different primers for oily or dry skin, primers with a glow. Find the one that works best for you.
AR:	Do you listen to music when you get ready? If so, who is on your playlist?
EL:	I always have music on! When I’m working with my clients I bring a speaker to set everywhere. At the moment, Beyoncé and Harry Styles are on repeat
AR:	What would someone never guess about you?
EL:	When I was younger I learned how to set diamonds and solder jewelry.
AR:	What's next for you?
EL:	I started doing makeup for television and would love to explore that side of the industry, including film.

RAPID-FIRE: ARDELL BEAUTY QUESTIONS

AR:	What are your favorite ARDELL lash styles? Why?
EL:	Naked Lashes 420 and 421, they’re natural but I can build on them with mascara to give a pop.
AR:	What keeps you coming back to ARDELL lashes?
EL:	I’m always confident that they’ll look great on my clients and have consistency.
AR:	What is the trick for the perfect ARDELL lash application?
EL:	Measure your lash line so it’s the right length before you add the glue.
AR:	Best ARDELL lash style for an everyday look
EL:	Light As Air 521.
AR:	Best lash style for an all-out Glam look
EL:	Faux Mink Demi Wispies.
AR:	Mascara on top of Lashes or Nah?
EL:	Yes, it blends your lashes with the Ardell lash.
AR:	What other ARDELL products do you use + love?
EL:	Striplash Adhesive Dark.