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USA Today Feb. 18, 2022

Men are trying out makeup – and it’s no surprise, experts say

By David Oliver

Young Yuh’s skin care and makeup routine usually takes 35 minutes: cleanser, toner, some type of serum, moisturizer, sunscreen, primer, concealer, contour, blush and eyeliner.  For many straight men like Yuh, this might seem excessive. But Yuh, who boasts 1.6 million followers on TikTok and posts skin care and makeup tutorials full-time, finds the process key to...

Real Vegas Magazine August 1, 2023

Skincare Movement

By Candice Wiener

Skincare has made a comeback in full force. The trend toward skincare reflects a growing desire for self-care and an emphasis on health and wellness in all aspects of life. With the rise of social media and easy access to information, people are becoming more...

Southlake Style September 30, 2020

Women In Business

By Lissette Waugh

  “I’m very passionate about my craft and helping others make a difference. I give it 100% all of the time.” Lissette Waugh loves helping others pursue their passion. While working in salons and spas in Las Vegas, Lissette realized there was a need for...

Las Vegas Review-Journal November 11, 2017

Las Vegan opens L Makeup Institute

By Steve Bornfeld

Powder the nose. Curl the lash. Color the lip. … Create your signature look. Beauty-wise, all is possible now that L Makeup Institute has opened a retail operation at Tivoli Village.  Created by native Las Vegan Lissette Waugh — who in 2010 founded the institute...

Carraluxe July 6, 2021

How To Start A Beauty Business

By Andy Ha

At the end of the last decade, a Business Insider report stated that the beauty industry was worth around $532 billion. Many people are jumping into the beauty community, an industry with strong growth, and starting their own makeup businesses. Speaking with founder and education...

Real Vegas Magazine October 25, 2022

Top Mobile Beauty Pros

By Andrew KE

It’s no surprise that Las Vegas is known as the entertainment capital of the world. Las Vegas offers the best shopping, nightlife, and shows. You can also add The Top Mobile Beauty Agencies to the list. There are several reasons why It has become a...

Real Vegas Magazine April 17, 2024

Men’s Self Care Grooming Guide

By Candice Wiener

Attention all men, looking good is not exclusive to women anymore. It’s equally important for men. In a world where personal presentation significantly impacts social, professional, and romantic opportunities, men can benefit immensely from grooming and maintaining their appearance. Just as women are expected to...

Voyage Dallas January 12, 2023

Conversations with Lissette Waugh

By Local Stories

Today we’d like to introduce you to Lissette Waugh.  Hi Lissette, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself. As a young girl growing up in a Latin household, fashion, and makeup played a large role in how I expressed myself. I was drawn...

Haute Living December 14, 2017

Lissette Waugh Changed The Las Vegas Makeup Industry Forever

By Tita Carra

Not many know her story, but they should. Lissette Waugh found herself between teaching others the art of makeup artistry and the opposing Nevada government. I first met Lisette Waugh at L Makeup Institute. Her newest location at the elegant Tivoli Village shopping and office development center in Summerlin is a store...

Real Vegas Magazine March 5, 2024

Unlocking the Secret to Stunning Makeup

By Candice Wiener

lmi.edu As a makeup artist with years of experience in the industry, I’ve had the privilege of working with clients from all walks of life, helping them achieve their desired looks for various occasions. Whether it’s bridal makeup, a red-carpet event, a fashion shoot, or...