Alexis Vogel Makeup
For the girls: when you feel the need to look like Pamela Anderson … no, that's not it.
Okay: not all people on the big or small screen fall out of bed looking fabulous at every possible moment. Good "bones" and facial structure aside, a close inspection of film and television stars reveals that nothing much goes, well, unenhanced — hair and face for starters. If you've ever thought you could benefit from the same treatment — or a quick trip to a top-notch Hollywood makeup artist — let's just say we've found Alexis Vogel's makeup line to be excellent.
Alexis Vogel is a Hollywood makeup artist with her own line of makeup; she's "done" such famous personages as the aforementioned blond bombshell, as verified by Ms. Anderson herself in Alexis' infomercial. Better yet, Alexis now offers her makeup line to We The Public from her website. Consumer time!
Alexis' Complete System is a large collection of her makeup products in a handy carrying case with three zipped pouches: from foundation to eye shadow to mascara, big crayons, lip liners, eyebrow gels, brushes, sponges — you name it — plus a full-color booklet and two instructional videos (one's a real surprise — more about that later). As to quality, we like them: the products do what they're supposed to do, and seem to last a long time. And let's face it: there is nothing quite natural about putting makeup near your eyes, but we've not experienced any sensitivity to Alexis' makeup line.
Pricing? Not bad at all. Certainly far better than your general department store prices; you can get refills, any combination of individual items, and receive them fast at your door. And existing customers get periodic announcements of new products by email.
So, how put all this stuff on? There's the rub with any makeup product. Somehow in the grand scheme of things, we're all supposed to just know how to replicate a "look" or to enhance our own unique looks and support our own unique styles, as if we're born with this knowledge. Given that most of us are not makeup artists — and old habits can die hard — it's good to find that Alexis' Makeup video explains all. Our guess is that you'll be surprised, but we'll say no more.
Another big surprise from the Complete System makeup kit is Alexis' Hair & Lashes video. Not surprisingly, it's hard to look your best when your hair doesn't, but Alexis shows us how to get that "I am tousled aren't-I-sexy" hair as well as her trademark "cat eyes" look.
Hey, it's Friday. And we all like to look as naturally beautiful as possible.
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taylor says:
Alexis vogel has a wonderful system that will transform any person into the looks that so many many people want and crave.The products are top notch.Thanks alexis..Your friend t.scott
Hope Pender says:
When would i purchase Alexis' makeup kit
Editor says:
Hi, Hope. I don't understand your question — would you not purchase it when you want it? Just go to the Alexis Vogel website (alexisvogel.com) which I see now goes to makeupconnection.com.
Annette Schaefer says:
I am Looking for The Alexis Vogel System in the Light.I went to Alexis Vogel System.com Where it sells for $159.80,but no Light just Dark.Any suggestions,where I can go to Purchase this,at this Price? I have been Looking for a Long time.Can you help me?
Editor says:
Hi, Annette. Actually, I don't know (DesignerJones is an online magazine and we don't sell Alexis Vogel makeup — kind of like Vogue magazine doesn't sell what is displayed in their pages).
Did you see the link in the comment just above yours? It looks like they have some kits there that may be what you need.
TooLateSmart says:
MakeupConnection.com offers both the Light & Dark System.
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Thanks, TooLateSmart. I edited your comment to make the link clickable. /Editor
Nykiah Lee says:
I would really like to learn more about your product line. I am a inspiring make-up artist and I think that you could help me out. Thanks!
Editor says:
Hi Nykiah. I'd love to help you — that is, if you'd like to learn from a website designer/online magazine editor who is *not* a makeup artist. <grin>
If you'd like to learn about it from the originator of the product line, click the link in the #6 comment above yours.
krissie says:
i have heard that makeup connection is using cheeper products and not shipping them out. is that true or are they a dependablr source to order from
Editor says:
Actually, I wouldn't know; I haven't ordered for some time. I do see that alexisvogel.com now redirects to makeupconnection.com.
I also found makeupbyalexis.com, which has a phone number. Although that website does not seem to sell products, if you have concerns, you might start there. Let us know what you find.
Barbara Olmedo says:
I have ordered Alexis Vogel products for years. Now you have to order thru Makeup Connection. I have never had a problem. Never. The products are all Alexis Vogel, and are GREAT! Never a cheaper product, and I receive my products in less than a week. GO FOR IT! Alexis Vogel products at Makeup Connection it is the BEST! No problems…
Editor says:
Thanks for verifying where to buy Alexis Vogel products, Barbara. It always helps us consumers to have this information.
Elizabeth says:
I have also ordered Alexis Vogel cosmetics from MakeupConnection. No problem. Fast delivery. I LOVE her line. The makeup really stays all day. I am however very curious of what happened to Alexis. Why is MakeupConnection selling her products? Does anyone know the story?
Editor says:
Now that you mention it, I'm curious about the same thing, Elizabeth. Does anyone have any information?
christi says:
Alexis Vogel has nothing to do with her old line of makeup. At makeup connection -Alexis is not affiliated with that company at all. They cannot use pics or hers much less makeover pics of hers.
here is a quote from her
You're right that I don't work with the makeup connection site or the people who run it. Sorry if they confused you all, they confuse me too. It hurts at times, I wish there was something I could do. $$$!? We could go after them if we owned a small silver mine. Moving on, I got some great things on the horizon which I will keep you informed of. I'm going to NYC with Lisa Marie Presley in a week. It's a big surprise so I'll have to fill you in later!
Second, the makeup is not even close to AV perfection or professional techniques.
She posts at makeup411.
Vogeldrone says:
The Alexis story is long and sordid. Makeupconnection is not connected with her in any way. Aleix is an amazing makeup artist, but unfiortunatly not so much as a business woman. She was taken advantage of and now doe snot have anything to do with the line she created. She did try again and it went south very quickly. I hope she tries again.
Editor says:
Christi and Vogeldrone, I've posted your comments, although I wish we could get word directly from Alexis Vogel or her company. If I could ask, where did you get your information?
Elizabeth says:
This is all so confusing. Makeup Connection does still sell her instructional DVD and she is on it. I go to the makeupbyalexis website a lot to see if there is a clue of what is going on. Her website remains the same with no changes and completely dated information. It's as if it the website was abandoned. I really do hope Alexis is just staying quiet until she surprises her fans with an even bigger and better kit and dvd!
Editor says:
It certainly is confusing; it would help to have an explanation from Alexis.
Elizabeth Kavanagh says:
My name is Liz and I am writing to you from Wellington, the capital city of New Zealand. I am dying to purchase Alexis Vogel's 'Complete System - Light' and have been for some time now, but I am unable to find anyone who ships these products outside the U.S. Any help you could give me would be GREATLY appreciated!
Editor says:
Hi, Liz. Unfortunately, I really don't know.
It looks like Amazon.com was offering Alexis' products, but apparently those were coming from makeupconnection.com — and there is commentary (another) around the Web that indicate problems.
Unfortunately, that isn't much help.
Elizabeth Kavanagh says:
I did decide to visit amazon.com in the end. Although, as you said, these products would most probably have come from makeup connection.com, regarding which there has clearly been some controversy, I figured it would be better than nothing. And seen as I've never experienced the products when they were being sold from the official site I really would be none the wiser. And Barbara Olmedo - quoted above - sounds as though she is still a very satisfied customer. Unfortunately, the only product of Alexis Vogel's on offer at this site is an instructional d.v.d and it really is the actual make-up itself that I am after. I have been to various 'As seen on t.v.' sites who say they offer the complete system, but when you click on the product either nothing happens, or it says 'this product is unavailable'. It is all very confusing. I went to makeupbyalexis.com and e-mailed all the addresses provided but they were instantly redirected to my inbox. I would be happy to order it from makeupconnection.com but they do not offer their products to clients overseas. :( Any further ideas? Many thanks…..
vanessa says:
For some reason when i used the eyepopper pencil it started to burn the inside rim of my eyes. hmm????? My mother had the same problems. Theres alot bigger difference in the quality of makeup from makeup connection compared to the original site. Makeup connections ordering process is through online only. Alexis gave us a service number in case of questions about the products etc. Im dissapionted because the original products before MKUP CONN. Were AMAZING!!!!! These products are definitley not the same!!!
Lisa says:
I agree with many of the comments… The quality of the makeup that they try to sell off as alexis vogel makeup at makeup connection is just not the same as the original alexis vogel collection. I am very disapointed because i absolutely loved her products and the crap they sell at makeup connection does not do any justice..
Elizabeth says:
I have been back to Alexis's website recently and there has been a lot of stuff added. To my disappointment still no mention of a new makeup line. Oh well. I will keep checking back. In the mean time I do wear the makeup connection version. I still think their foundation stays on all day which is always a problem for me.
Janelle Perez says:
Please email me Alexis Vogel 1800 number so i could order makeup and receive a catalog by mail…..
Thanks
Janelle Perez
Annette Schaefer says:
I would also like the 1-800 number of Alexis Vogel,so I could order makeup and receive a catalog by mail..Thankyou..Please email it to me..
JG says:
DO NOT BUY FROM MAKEUP CONNECTION! Their products are NOT the original formulas! The original formula was a highly pigmented, professional-grade, waxy foundation that gave coverage! When I ordered more after the site had changed to makeupconnection.com, the foundation was crappy! It was not smooth and waxy and when I TRIED to apply it to my face, it didn't cover well and looked terrible. I couldn't even wear it, because I looked like a poor soul who didn't know anything about makeup, but tried and failed. I can't even describe the smeary ucky look that it had on my skin. I was curious about why it was totally different, so naturally I read the ingredients. There is your answer! The ingredients were very different. And…they had added fragrance, which I knew, because that was the first thing I noticed. The original smelled like it should- just waxy. I don't put fragrant things on my skin. The foundation wasn't the only problem. The lipstick was not even close to the original either. The original kinda stained your lips. I don't like the feeling of lipstick, so I always wiped off my lipstain after applying it (the color literally stained my lips, so I could apply it and then wipe it off and voila! I still had the color stained into my lips, but less layers of stuff on my lips). Anyway, the new "lipstain" they sent was a joke! It was a cheapo lipstick- not even close to the original. It did not penetrate the lips, just sat on top. And the lipgloss also seems alot stickier and smells different- doesn't perform like the original either. I was very perplexed at all this, so I tried to contact the company. Finally, someone returned my email saying that I could return the products for a refund. But I knew better than that. By that time, I had figured out I wasn't the only one who noticed a change in the products. Some people were not getting their shipments, etc. I didn't spend the money to ship the stuff back, because I knew I would probably never get a refund. I could tell they were swamped with complaints…obviously more than they could handle. If anyone is happy with makeupconnection's products, then they don't know makeup! They really never knew the original products. I have searched to find professional grade makeups like the original and I found some at costume places online. One of the brands is KRYOLAN- they are professional grade products. They are like the original AV. The inconvenience is that you don't know what color to get. AV had the perfect color. What I have done with the KRYOLAN is get a mini palette of lots of shades, and I had to mix a couple of shades to get a color similar to alexis's original. Once I could see which 2 or 3 colors I needed, then I would order the larger amounts of those. The ingredients, of course are generally the same as AV original formula, because it is professional makeup. And this makeup is alot cheaper, because it is not marketed to the public for everyday use with a kit and instructions about how to be glamorous everyday and all of that. Alexis was brilliant to market this type of makeup toward us with a kit and instructions- there is a need for it. What happened and how it happened, I don't know- but I know that people who get stuff from makeupconnection don't know what they are missing. Some people try it for the first time thinking it is AV makeup, but they are not impressed with it. They think they have just been robbed (which they have), but they don't realize that once upon a time there were AV products that were indeed everything they claimed to be. If you want to find a truly similar makeup, try Kryolan.
Editor says:
Thanks, all. I do not know Alexis' 800 number, since she does not appear to be selling her products at this time. If we hear anything, I'll post it here.
Jessica says:
I ordered the Light Kit way back when they were changing wearhouses. I was on the phone for days trying to get my order BUT I did get it! I honestly love Alexis Vogel products. I am a model and ONLY use these cosmetics for ALL my shoots. The photographers rave about them! (: Once they switched websites to makeupconnection.com I ordered from them. I am a little sad to see my lip stain color gone but the products are the same, some are even UPDATED! Hope I have helped.
PS, I have called MakeupConnection.com when they were changing wearhouses. They were very sorry they had lost my order and did fill my order. (: Good luck lovely ladies!
Jessica
Editor says:
Thanks, Jessica. We'd heard from various people that the products on offer from makeupconnection now are not the same as Alexis' original products.