Glee Project

A show truly as exciting as its motivation (Glee), GLEE PROJECT is truly a production not to be missed.    We're very excited to announce that Billy Lowe is being considered for key hair for next season's GLEE PROJECT (even though we think he should go on and sing and play his ass off).  Nonetheless,,,,   we'll keep you posted on all things beauty, music and GLEE right here from the team of Billy Lowe. 

American Idol Fantasia Barrino & Joshua Ledet sing Take me to the Pilot

American Idol Fantasia Barrino and Joshua Ledet brought down the house on this season's wrap-up.  What's more, is that I had the opportunity (yet again) to work with season 3's amazing winner Fantasia Barrino here in Los Angeles and just hours before this performance she was having her lashes glammed up by yours truly.

Eyelash Extensions in Los Angeles are still the hot ticket in town.   While it's a hefty price tag for a gorgeous set, I truly believe you get what you pay for.  What I love about my work, and what my clients all brag about, is that Billy Lowe Lashes are truly isolated, look natural, fluttery and separated.  Not clunky sticky and gross.

Billy Lowe Lashes: 
$250 Basic Set
$300 Mascara Look
$350+ for that Hollywood editorial high glam look

Add colored lashes for a more vibrant effect that looks soft and natural.    To book Billy Lowe for your eyelash extensions in Los Angeles or Beverly Hills, please call 310-430-4045 today for that gorgeous Hollywood look.

Beauty Workshops Los Angeles - Skin Authority

Skincare, Beauty, Beauty Workshops, Hollywood, Beverly Hills,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ahhhhhh  what an exciting day yesterday. I was invited to a VIP beauty workshop for SKIN AUTHORITY, a wonderful skincare line on the market that addresses so many different issues in the skin.  A native of Georgia, and a total California boy at heart, I love me some good ol' sunshine and California sun is just so nice and warm, and toasty, and roasty,,,,,,and I could go on and on. 

Billy Lowe meets Skin Authority's Celeste Hilling along with Melissa McNamara

But as we're all getting more and more savvy about skincare and skincare needs, I walked away with a nice facial treatment, glowing skin that felt comfortable and not overdone, and a system that is simple enough to use every day, and addresses most of my concerns.   I had the opportunity to meet SKIN AUTHORITY'S CEO Celeste who gave great information and education on her product line and was joined by my fabulous makeup artist Melissa McNamara who also indulged in a little mini treatment for the eye area. 

When it comes to beauty education, beauty tips, Hollywood beauty secrets or trends, we're delivering it all right here at LOWELIGHTS.COM as well as my fabulous beauty channel BEAUTYBUZZ90210.  Check them both out and get LOWE-ded with great beauty information.

For information on upcoming Beauty Workshops here in Los Angeles, click here

Hair and makeup class Los Angeles Hollywood Beverly Hills

Just a few updates on the upcoming hair and makeup classes in Los Angeles.  Our first hands-on workshop will be scheduled for late June with many exciting class options and times.  So whether you're an industry professional, or you're a consumer looking for great tips on hair and makeup at home, there's something for everyone from the team of Billy Lowe and Melissa McNamara as your leaders in these exciting beauty classes. 

Sessions will run $250 for hair & make-up education and hands on, and will be held at a fabulous retail education setting where you'll learn "classroom style" and then have the opportunity to build your own kits or update your own at-home beauty systems.    For more information, keep checking back.

For group sales of 15 or more, please ask about our discounted pricing and special times and availability.

Upcoming events: 

• June:    Hair & Makeup Classes
• June:  Billy Lowe and Melissa McNamara share men's grooming tips on KCAL
• August 12, 2012:   Billy Lowe and Melissa McNamara speak and demonstrate aboard the magnificent QUEEN MARY for the Bridal Showplace bridal show.  

American Idol Season Finale

WHERE IN THE WORLD IS BILLY LOWE?  

Making American Idol beautiful of course.    

Another American Idol season has come and gone and tomorrow I'll be attending the grand finale.   This week lots of surprises are in store and a fabulous guest performer that I applied lash extensions for who has been a client of mine for a number of years now.   Wait til you see tomorrow night's American Idol wrap-up and I look forward to following up with you soon on lots of hair, makeup, beauty and more. 

Hair and makeup classes Los Angeles

Hair and Makeup classes in Los Angeles areas are not always easy to find.  There are countless salons and schools all over town but just who do you choose?  To find an outstanding hair and makeup class, you might not even know where to look.   But never fear; the red carpet team of BILLY LOWE is excited to announce outstanding hair and makeup classes for the consumer as well as the professional. 

Lead by celebrity hair stylist Billy Lowe and Hollywood makeup artist Melissa McNamara, these workshops will bring you the best of the best from 2 professionals with over 40 years of combined experience in the beauty and cosmetics industries.  Yes, they've been doing this a long time!

Melissa McNamara & Billy Lowe

Billy Lowe:   Celebrity hair stylist, public speaker, reality TV host, and brand ambassador for countless beauty and cosmetics lines around the world.

Melissa McNamara: Hollywood makeup artist,  National trainer for many prestige cosmetics brands, owner of Beautiful Outlook, educator for beauty and makeup workshops across the country.




Basic workshop fees are $250 and are hands on intensives leading you through:

For the general public: 

• Understanding your hair, skincare and beauty needs
• Understanding which products and tools are right for you
• Understanding color blending for your makeup
  
• Understanding cut & color for your hair
• Advanced hair and makeup techniques 
• Understanding and buildiing your own hair & make-up kit for use at home

For the hair & makeup professional:

• Analyzing your professional kit and knowing what to use and when
• Understanding of work in Hollywood as a hair and makeup artist and ways to "break in"
• Building your clientele base
• Learning marketing strategies for growing your business

and so much more.

Continuing education and workshops include: 
Radiant looking skin at any age
Advanced exfoliation methods at home
Wedding Day hair and makeup
Day-to-night hair and makeup workshops
Red carpet hair and makeup workshops

Workshops are available as 2-3 hour workshops, and 1 day and 2 day intensives are also available as "bootcamps" for groups of people who want to dive in.   A minimum of 10 attendees are needed for our 1 and 2 day workshops. 

If you're interested in a hair and makeup class with the BEAUTYBUZZ90210 team, please visit us online by clicking on BEAUTYBUZZ90210 or calling 310-430-4045 today.

Katrina Parker The Voice - meets Billy Lowe

Billy Lowe accompanies Katrina Parker (The Voice)

My re-entry into music has been a fun and exciting one.  A career I buried long ago with the closing of 2 labels,  I decided in December 2011 that I wanted to pursue music again at least as a hobby. Since then I've met so many wonderful and exciting people.  I met Blossom Dearie's music publishing team, have recorded a few more songs at Clearlake Audio, and just this week, I received a phone call from my friends at the Aids Healthcare Foundation to accompany Katrina Parker from The Voice for a fundraiser being held in Los Angeles. 

The drive through the hilltop neighborhood was an area through which I had never been.  The huge fountain that guarded the security gates erected water 30 feet into the air and the security personnel took every precaution before allowing me to enter the 70-80 home (mansion) community hidden in the hills of Los Angeles.  Just the night before, Katrina showed up at my house for a quick rehearsal sipping on tea and a honey concoction of some kind and when asked for a spoon, she made herself at home in my kitchen as if she had been there before.  "Honey just make yourself at home."  I told her as she reached for a paper towel and I finished my pasta.  They were running a bit behind and I was famished so they insisted I finish eating before we rehearsed her numbers. 

"Just play it straight, minimize the frills."  she said as I began tickling my ivories.  We've both been in the biz for many years and I warmed up to her charm even more when she told me she was from the south and we shared many of the same "growing up stories."  With a neck-roll and a "shoooooot"  she said "We're gonna get this tomorrow.  And that we did. 

The crowd at the party was extremely warm, gracious and accepted her to the stage with anticipation as she sang 2 numbers and was invited back tot he stage for a 3rd.  Adrienne Maloof hosted this fabulous event and was just as gracious as she is beautiful.  She took time to meet, greet and say hello to everyone that wanted to meet her, as if they were all long lost friends. 

What a true pleasure to have the opportunity to serve my community, and the Los Angeles community for a totally worthwhile cause, and to everyone that contributed to the evening (especially all the volunteers) I believe I speak for many when I say the evening was a hit. 

In beauty,

BILLY LOWE

Eyelash Extensions Los Angeles

Eyelash extensions are very popular in Hollywood and Beverly Hills.  But be warned, many unprofessional technicians are applying lashes and haven't a clue what they are doing.  I have written about this very sensitive topic before and wish to warn the general public again. 

1. Be sure you are working with a seasoned lash expert
2. Ask to see a portfolio of their work if they don't have credentials/history that you're familiar with
3. If anything is uncomfortable - STOP IMMEDIATELY
4. Your lashes should be beautifully placed, nice and separated, and look natural just like your own lashes

Above is a great example of a set of eyelash extensions I did here in Los Angeles.  This was a day-wear pair where the client just wanted a simple look, about 40-45 lashes on each eye. 

If you are a local artist and would like hands on training on how to apply lash extensions, please get in touch with my team by calling 310-430-4045. 

Billy Lowe Eyelash Services: 
Basic Set:    $250
Mascare Look:  $300
Hi-Glam look:  $350+

Refills:  $150

After You've Gone - Cover

This was another great cover song I was able to lay down in the studio last week and had a great time w/ my friend Daniel Coffeng on guitar. Great job Daniel and thanks for helping me do this song.

Check out the fun and excitement I'm having on my music channel.   Enjoy.   

Summer is Gone - Billy Lowe Music

Well it's been a very long time and it's never really been something I've talked about much, but I've been taking care of everyone else's "roots" for so long that I've seemed to have forgotten my own.  Music was my first language, my first love, and my first passion.  I started training in piano performance many years ago, and competed professionally all throughout high school and college, toured the states with a music troupe and have played for more weddings and bars than I could dare to keep count of.  While I'm no "show tunes belter" and doubt I'll ever sing New York New York again, its been a true blast to get back in the recording studio lately and lay down some songs and get creative again.  I have my own official youtube music channel called Official Billy Lowe and will upload a few songs along and along just to share what I do and my passions w/ the world.  

In this recording I was given permission to cover Blossom Dearie's Summer is Gone which was a true delight.   I've always loved Blossom's work and much of my sound is quite like hers, quiet, whispery, w/ the occasional throwing of the tonsils.   I have my eye on a few great studios I'd love to record in and will hopefully be bringing more music into my beauty world and thankful for the opportunities to share.   I hope you enjoy and will share the word about the channel and encourage others to visit.    Thank you for reading and for giving me this opportunity to post about my first true love.  

In beauty, and music,
Billy Lowe

Megan and Liz The List Perfect Prom Hair

The List presents celebrity hair stylist Billy Lowe and Megan and Liz on PERFECT PROM HAIR.   Don't miss lots of great tips from Billy Lowe on his own beauty channel on youtube by visiting this link and BEAUTYBUZZ90210. 

Eyelash Extensions Los Angeles Beverly Hills

In the Hollywood world of beauty, trend setters and glamor seekers always look to stay on top of what's hot, what's happening and what's new or next.  But eyelash extensions have been around for quite some time and though we've seen a slight drop in press and popularity, many people still enjoy this beauty treatment as part of their beauty ritual.  When it comes to celebrity beauty, eyelash extensions are still the rage.  But celebrity or not, this is a great service that everyone can enjoy no matter who you are. 

PRECAUTIONS:
1.  Be sure you are working with a seasoned professional
2.  If you sense something isn't quite right, it probably isn't.  Many technicians get trained by watching youtube videos or DVD's of how to apply and this is NOT a proper way to get trained.
3.  Do your homework about eyelash extensions
4.  They do NOT make your lashes fall out.   Your lashes have a life cycle of 60-90 days and the false lash will fall out with your natural lash at the end of its life cycle. 

To book eyelash extensions with celebrity stylist Billy Lowe, please call 310-430-4045.    Lowe has worked with countless Hollywood A-Listers giving them luscious lashes and hair styles to get them glammed up.  But you don't have to be a celebrity to book an appointment with Lowe.  Just pick up the phone and call.

SERVICE FEES FOR LASH EXTENSIONS:
Initial set:   $350
Refills:   $150

Makeup Lessons Los Angeles

Makeup lessons and tutorials come in lots of different packages.  In Los Angeles and Southern California, looking your best is at the top of everyone's list and each year thousands of students flock to the Hollywood market to learn the best celebrity beauty tips from industry leaders and experts. 

Our good friend Melissa McNamara is a seasoned makeup and industry expert who not only provides makeup application for various events, but she also works with makeup students to teach them everything they need to know about building their own makeup practice.   Melissa's skill with a makeup brush and her creative flair have both been used for red carpet events, weddings, product launches and beauty education around the globe.   For more information on makeup lessons or application, visit www.beautifuloutlook.com and tell Melissa Billy Lowe sent you. 

Beauty Remedies for Spring Time Allergies

Spring is in the air and it's that time of year again - sneezing, wheezing, itchy watery eyes and a beauty routine that seems to no longer work.   Never fear, Billy Lowe and his red carpet team have lots of great beauty tutorials that will have your hair and skin looking and feeling its best despite the season.

When it comes to sneezing and itchy watery eyes, it's hard to keep eyeliner in place and foundation applied smoothly so it's best to just forgo heavy makeup application or perfectly placed mascara.   Chances are, you'll just wipe it away anyway.  Instead, use a loose translucent powder to give skin a smooth look and feel, and steer clear of heavier applications and sets.

For hair, keep hair back and away from the eyes and face, and avoid over-touching the face area as your hands can pick up seasonal congestion and pollutants.   Don't miss out on great makeup tips shared by BeautyBuzz90210's guest beauty expert Melissa McNamara. 

BeautyBuzz90210 is Lowe's on beauty channel on youtube where he and his guests share lots of exciting tips and techniques for the world of hair, makeup and skincare.   Tune in and learn more. 

Things you didn't know about Billy Lowe

When the camera stops rolling, there's a story to be told by everyone.  This is a great little video featuring Billy Lowe and Melissa McNamara on BEAUTYBUZZ90210 and all the things you may not have known about both.

BeautyBuzz90210 is a beauty youtube channel created by Billy Lowe to feature beauty tips, step-by-step tutorials, great product finds and so much more.   Also on the channel you'll find tips on:

CLICK LINKS TO VIEW VIDEOS ON THESE TOPICS: 

Men's Skincare
Celebrity Hair Tips
Hollywood Makeup Tips

AND SO MUCH MORE.    We just know you're gonna love the channel - and hope you take a look around when you visit at all the other beauty videos on the channel.