Pearl Eve - Plastic surgery without the surgery : the miracle of makeup techniques

The techniques and methods contained in this book are the result of the author's experience in working with certain materials. Care should be taken to use the proper materials and tools as advised by the author. It is difficult to ensure that all the information given is entirely accurate, and the possibility of error can never be entirely eliminated. This book and the material contained herein have not been examined for safety engineering, consumer and workplace safety, or similar laws or regulations. The publisher will assume no liability for any injury or damage to persons or property that may result from the use or application of any of the contents of this book.

Copyright 2004 by Eve Pearl

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First eBook Edition: December 2005

ISBN: 978-0-446-55386-5

Eve is not only a makeup artist, she is a magician who reveals the tricks of the trade.

KELLY RIPA, CO-HOST, LIVE WITH REGIS AND KELLY

Eye-Opening Acclaim for Plastic Surgery Without the Surgery

A friendly, affordable alternative to the doctor's office.

Publishers Weekly

Eve is brilliant at helping people accentuate their assets and camouflage their blemishes. If she hadn't done it for me, I wouldn't have believed it to be possible.

Lisa Ling, host, National Geographic's Ultimate Explorer

In a time when most of us feel pressure to slice and dice ourselves to be perfect, Eve helps us discover and accentuate the beauty we've always had but just didn't know how to unleash.

Constance Marie, actress, George Lopez and American Family

Packed with very helpful information.

BestsellersWorld.com

Easy-to-follow and invaluablea comprehensive instruction book to showcase the wonders that can be achieved with the simple touch of a make-up spongea must-read for anyone in need of fast, inexpensive beauty solutions.

Bookloons.com

This book is dedicated to:

My mother, Riva, who has been my inspiration, support, and role model my entire life. As an immigrant coming into this country, she taught me to never be afraid of anything and that the world holds endless possibilities for us all, at any age.

My son Joseph, for always being by my side and my motivation. Whose amazing creative, technical, visual, and audio talent I couldn't do without.

The wonderful women who gave of themselves, their time, face, and body. Without them, I would not be able to show that we are all beautiful women.

The incredible people I work with who stood by me through it all. Thank you for your strength, your support, and believing in me.

I would like to extend much gratitude:

To Billie Fitzpatrick, my collaborator, who took my words and thoughts and translated them into a flowing whole.

To my incredible editor, Diana Baroni, whose caring support, professionalism, and guidance made this magnificent experience with this project possible. To everyone at Warner Books, especially Molly Chehak, Tina Andreadis, Flamour Tanuzi, Penina Sacks, and Tom Whatley. To Howard and Helen Roberts at HRoberts Design for your creative style.

To my fantastic photographer, Robert Milazzo, whose talent, generosity, and endless positive energy made this experience a joy. To Alex Kroke, whose precision, skill, and patience are priceless. To the team at Robert's studio, Dan Engel and Thomas Chu. To Adrian Velez for your beautiful illustrations.

To my amazing team: Melanie Demitri, my utmost respect goes out to you as my trusted right hand and makeup assistant. Maria Pansiano, my second makeup-and-everything-else assistant. John Monroe, for your hairstyling. Deirdre Flaherty, for being my hairstylist and a terrific friend. Erma Eliazov, for your brilliant fashion styling for all ages. Tiffany Hodges, for meticulously completing my vision. Jennifer Bissu, for your illustrations. Dan Welch, for your enthusiasm and an eye to capture everything on tape. Deborah Hetrick for your troubleshooting help.

To Randi Rahm for your generosity with your incredible fashion designs. To Julie Alderfer for your continued fashion help both on and off air. To Marty Melik and Jacqie Ogle for always coming through.

To the amazing women who gave their time, face, and body for this project: Amy K. Browne, Podessa Ross, Colleen Gilson, Shirley Sutherland, Gillian Murphy, Doris Rhodes, Riva Pizhadze, Rachel Spiller, Tamara Pizhadze, Elena Cristiean, Claudia Zahn, Sung Yun Lee, Tiffany Walton, Kimberly Cull, Itika Oldwine, Barbara Geddie, Mary McDonah, Deirdre Flaherty, and Maia Guest.

To Irina Dvorovenko, Maria Bencebi, Victoria Carollo, Ashley Alderfer, Katlin Sotel, Danita Chantel, Maria Ponsiano, Deirdre Cossman, and Julia Wang.

To Helene Godin and Nancy Wolff, whose caring professionalism and guidance made this project possible. To Ernest Gary, for your organization.

To my mom and dad, Riva and Misha; my boys, Joey, Tucker, and Sterling, and my brother, Michael. To my extended family and friends, Rudy, Todd, Doris, Marc, Irma, Lisa, Joe, Jill, Nazi, Repico, Alex, Svetlana, Emeda, Yuri, Susan, Yura, Marina, Ester, Fred, Jeffrey, Bryan, Yelena, Connie, and George.

A special thanks to Meredith Vieira: You are that ray of sunshine that reminds us all that there are incredible people in this world. I feel blessed for the privilege of working with you. You raise the bar and show us it's possible to achieve our goals and still be a wife, mother, and friend. And to the PP (Deirdre Flaherty, Amanda Wessels, Fran Taylor, and Alison Frances).

A special thanks to Kelly Ripa: You are a genuinely beautiful person, both inside and out. You encourage us all to reach for the stars, obtain them, and still keep our feet on the ground and our priorities straight. Kimberly Jason, thanks for your assistance.

To the incredible people I've had the honor to work with on a daily basis for many years: Bill Geddie, Barbara Walters, Joy Behar, Star Jones, Lisa Ling, Debbie Metenopolous, Marcy Walker, Mark Gentile, Dusty Cohen, Jennifer Brookman, Joyce Carollo, Richard Esposito, Linda Menching, Anne Michelle Radcliffe, Robin Kaiser, Robert Baker, Suzy Alvarez, Judy Chin, Tom Molinelli, Barbara Simmons, Victor Callegari, Tatiana Zinovoy, Chris Mauro, Suzanne Haber, Richard Mange, Marque, Lorie Klein, Bryant Refroe, Elena George, Lavette Slater, Linda Finson, Jessica Stedman Guff, Randy Barone, Penny Hageanon, Jack Burrows, Susan Solomon, Donald Berman, Patrick Ignozzi, Jakki Taylor, Glenn Davish, Haleigh Safran-Raff, Audrey Jones, Matt Strauss, Dana Goodman, Karl Nilsson, Rob Bruce-Baron, Phyllis Digitio, Rob Naylor, Caileen Marquis, Gerry Dannelly, Brooke Kalick, Rachel Giordano, Lauren Mack, Amy Ryder, Rita lenco-plaza, Diane Trafford, Emily Coons, Natalie Bubnis, Lauren Brennan, Alina Perez, Shannon Walker, Allison Storelli, Christian McKiernan, Andrew Smith, Rich Provostt, John Keegan, Dvorah Rabino, Michael Spiteri, Candice Dunn, Robert Caufield, Harold Hernandez, Jason Komblatt, Justin Montanino, Angela LaGreca, Bo Kronyak, Tom Egan, Dave Gavagan, Bill Mickley, Brian Connelly, Scott Lanchenauer, Ken Egan, Kevin Egan, Tim Shea, Rene Butler, Roger Williams, Jared Heinke, Tangie Valmon, Rich Freedman, Frank Cocchia, Russ Fortier, Trever Thompson, Ed Garofalo, Marvin Bronstein, Nick Caputo, Horace Eccleston, Sonya Coleman, Mary O'leary, and Ayesha Johnson.