Naked III

Naked III by rozaqtr featuring an urban decay eyeshadow

Rose gold necklace

etsy.com

Henri bendel ring

henribendel.com

Eddie Borgo rose gold chain link bracelet

bergdorfgoodman.com

Urban decay eyeshadow

sephora.com

Urban decay makeup

sephora.com

Naked3

urbandecay.com

Hello!

Few months ago Urban Decay launched their third Naked palette, which I personally died when I saw Kandee Johnson's review. The Naked III comes in rose gold undertones that compliments most if not all skin tones. The palette has 12 eyeshadows (matte, shimmer and satin consistency). It is definitely worth each riyal I paid for<3 believe me I paid more for dior palette's, which I barely use #fail #tooprettytouse. 

Instead of talking about the entire palette im going to give a brief description of my favorite colors, so lets do it! As a senior I promised myself that I will never leave my house to any of my classes without getting dolled up. WHY? First, I did once last year and till now I cant forgive myself for that. Second, im a smarty in disguise #smart&cute #makeupaddict. Anyway here is my favorite eye combination using Naked III: 

1 ) Daily look: Nooner (inner lid),  (middle of lid)

,Limit (crease), Strange (brow bone) with eyeliner. 

2) For Dramatic look(my favorite I wore this look twice): Trick ( inner corners), Darkside(middle lid), Blackheart( crease), Strange( brow bone) with purple liquid eyeliner the one I used is by YSL( no.12). To complete this look you have to wear a pair of false eyelashes. 

I have to admit for the first time I'm loving the shimmery colors in a NAKED palette. I'm staring at my palette and shockingly the most used colors are the glittery colors! #imallowedtochangemymind #imawoman. 

Many people complained that shimmery colors didn't adhere to their eyes even when they used urban decay's primer potion. The secret is to dab your brush into the desired color and then spray it with all nighter and dab it once again into the color and then apply it all over your lid. #secret #tip 

Lastly, in my next post I will show you how to do it or maybe I will post a video on my Instagram  on how to apply a shimmery loose powder or eyeshadow. My account is  makeupaffairs make sure to follow it. #follow4fun #sharethelove

xoxo 

Rouda <3

Sparkle Attack!

Hi Again! 

I'm happy to announce that one week ago Nazih ( beauty supply store) in my country (Qatar) brought OPI's muppets collection. I was waiting for this collection for the past few months, but they brought Niki Minage's collection before, which is quit interesting. 

Anyway today's post is all about the Muppet's Nail collection, which is by far my favorite collection by OPI. This collection defines sparkles and metallic. Also, it has few opaque colors, but the main focus is the fun and bright colors that scream muppets! 

I only bought 7 colors out of the 12 as the opaque colors are similar to OPI's permanent line. Let's start by showing you pictures of the colors. 

And here a close picture of each four colors: 

I got these four colors and they look amazing, actually now I'm wearing Fresh Frog of Bel Air! I got so many complements on it (A) 

Both of the glittery colors on the left look similar to Katy Perry's collection, but darker and more intense. One coat of these glitter polishes makes wonder!

The red color screams miss piggy! Bottom line go get some from Nazih they have 4 branches and a stand @ villagio mall in front of H&M. 

I didn't get two of the shimmery color, but I might go to get it.  Lastly, here is a tip to remove glitter nail polish: 

Take a cotton ball and dip it in nail polish remover then place it on your nail and cover it with a foil for 5 minutes. It removes it easily without harming your nails! Instead, of rubbing the cotton for 15 minutes. 

Hope you liked this post and tune in for reviews of Armani and Inglot's lipstics. Also, I might post of nail varnishes that I got to show the real colors! Yet, the pictures above are clear! 

This was Roza from philosophy class! 

xoxo 

Spring'12 makeup trends

Hi dolls,

Spring\Summer is here!  So I thought of posting about my favorite makeup trends for this season:

This season is all about having strong, bold look, but do not combine all these trends together that would be a disaster that you and us would like to avoid! Choose on of the following trends and personalize it. It is boring to adapt the same style as your  best friends, Spice it up.  

First: Red Alert!

Choose the shade that suits your complexion, this seasons is about daring looks and what is more daring than wearing a bold red lipstick? 

There are many great colors of red that you can choose from such as M.A.C's ruby woo, which is my favorite this season. It is a rich  matte red color. If you like more daring in your face red russian red from M.A.C is the one, its orange red and makes a statement.

Not impresses with these two colors go on a hunt for a red lipstick whether matte, glossy or satin. Invest in a good red lipstick as red lipsticks are timeless. 

 If you weren't lucky enough to find a color that you love try to mix  red lipliners with lipsticks to make your own unique color. 

Second: Cat Eye.

 My favorite way to rock an eyeliner! Cat eye eyeliner makes your eye looks longer and bigger! I love the effect especially that you can play with this look and personalize it. It doesn't matter if you used a carbon black or neon color this look is in this season and a must. As always my favorite eyeliner is Sensai's eyeliner in black. 

Third: Power Brows.

Shabby, bold, thick or black eye brows are in. Its all about eye brows for me, because brows frame your face and balance your lips. I like to use a color that suits my eye brow shade and make them look fuller and thicker! Its also adds innocence to your face at least in my case. Don't forget to use a eye brow gel to set and define your eye brows my favorite is M.A.C's clear brow set gel. 

Fourth: Extreme Smoky Eye. 

Fabulous  and daring smoky eyes , the style doesn’t require a steady hand to pull off  you don't need to be a makeup artiest the messier the sexier! Just plenty of un-shaking confidence. Don't forget to use loads of concealer to conceal your dark eyes if you have (  Panda look is sooo last year!) Oh don't forget blending is essential in smoky look.

Fifth: Sporty Cheeks.

Use a rosy, peachy color to contour your cheeks. A flush of bronze will give you the same effortless look. If you added loads of blush just blend it using the same brush you used to apply foundation, the greatest trick to make the blusher look softer!

Sixth: White Silver Metallics.

This trend is to die for! I love this look it's angelic and innocent. The model in the picture above looks beautiful!!!! M.A.C  and many brands offer a great iridescent eyeshadows that have loads of shimmer and pigmentation. I would suggest a peachy or rosy ' sporty cheeks' with hint of pink lip stain or peachy lipgloss. 

Seventh: Brilliant PoP of color. 

Add a settle pop of color to your eyes. Don't use eye primer with this look just a flush of color ( pink, orange, green, purple) choose your pop of color. However, don't go crazy with it. In addition, you can use pastel to create a color block look! 

Eight: Doll Lash.

 Let's add some drama to the eyes! If you can't find big I mean BIG eyelash double it use two eyelash sets to make your eyelashes SCREAM! I don't mess when it comes to wearing eyelashes I love eyelashes I don't imagine living without eyelashes. If you don't have them FAKE them ;) 

Ninth: Glittery Eyes.

I bet that Ke$ha is proud finally wearing loads of glitter isn't a fashion crime at least not this season! Girl go find a pack of glitter and slap it on your eyelids I'm not kidding this look is all over the runways. However, I don't think you are allowed to wear it to school or work or weddings unless you were invited to Ke$ha's wedding!

Tenth: Rosebud Lips.

Rosy lips are beautiful and trendy! Use lip stains to achieve this look or hint of lipstick to add to your natural lip color.Some lip glosses give the same result.

Eleventh: Baby Skin. 

I'm the last to one to talk about baby skin! For that I think they mean effortless face makeup not tons of foundation. Baby skin has imperfections that makes them perfect, so don't cover all of your blemishes.

Hope that you enjoyed this post and now I have to do my economics assignment :S

xoxo 

roza 

Sun Kissed: Part II

Back Again!

My previous post was about applying bronzer and now I got you the most amazing bronzers ever! There  are many great bronzers in the market here are few of my favorite ones!

First, I will start with my current obsession <3 <3 I'm totally in love with Guerlain's  Terracotta Light in shade 02 Brunettes.

Usually I go for matte finish bronzers, but this bronzer got me hooked! It gives you amazing, perfect, to die for and glowing tan! It feels and looks NATURAL. The great thing about it is that it has dark parts, which aren't that pigmented ,but the light shades are so pigmented.
I got this from the airport last june and I'm getting the full size in few days <3 <3 Because its totally worth it.

Second, is Hoola by benefit

My favorite matte bronzer, because I have crazy oily skin. I don't appreciate shimmer most of the year, so I use this amazing light bronzer. I love this bronze and sometimes I wear it like a blush, because its hard to find this shade of blusher. Anyway if you hate shimmer this is the bronzer that you will cherish forever and you will pass it to your grandchildren not the exact one, but you get the picture.

Third, this baby is magic!

 It's NARS's Laguna bronzing powder and you won't be able to find it in Doha or the GCC. However, thank God for online shopping!! My sister killed her FULL size, which is the same size of the three sections above together! Anyway its one of the most admired bronzers, most makeup gurus on youtube use it and after trying it I don't blame them. It has spectacular finish with hint of sparkle after all we all need sparkles in our lives!

You can purchase this bronzing powder on : asos.com

Another great bronzer is

Bronze Universel De Chanel Sun Illuminator

It is amazing for summer <3 <3 absolutely divine. Great to use with cream blushers, because it blends so easily. It isn't that oily, which makes it fine to use for oily skin makeupholics like moi. More importantly it suits all complexions. It is the only cream bronzer that you will find and love God bless chanel <3 <3
I spent two months looking for it and I finally found it I think 3 months ago at Al Saalam store. That was my lucky day *sigh*


Lastly, MAC's bronzing powder they are way affordable than the previous ones and not bad. They have the matte like the one in the picture below and shimmery ones. However, sometimes it can break your skin, be careful. I don't hate it ,but I don't love it at the same time.

I have two more to share i lied (A) sorry!

Guerlain Terracotta  bronzing powder, which is amazing it warms your face instantly! Gives you a matte finish like hoola, but lighter. Great for the days when you feel fine/sad =/ i'm serious.

Finally, the last one by chanel, but this time a bronzing powder 537 Bronze Corail. I love it ,but I think I'm over the coral phase and want the pink one instead. Its great matte bronzer, but not a practical choice for everyday use.

I do use them I do, but last summer I entered a bronzer phase and I went crazy (A).  All of the bronzers I mentioned are great and I don't regret buying them. So choose the one that is near to your heart whether it is powder or cream or shimmery/matte. I tend to change my bronzer each week just for the sake of using the one I own. However, my favorite at this particular moment and the one that I can stop talking about are Guerlain, benefit's hoola and Chanel's universal.

Hope this was helpful and wait for the next one. If you have any requests or recommendations to me please please do share them with me COMMENTS ARE FREE!!
If you have great blogs please share them with me I would love to check others and learn more about makeup WOOOHOOO that's the spirit.

xoxo
roza ;*** 

Summer trends : Nail Polishes

Hi!

First, let me thank my friends for supporting me and following my posts I really appreciate it <3 <3 <3 And thanx Nayoola for posting a comment, keep it up Nayoola (A) (A)

I’m obsessed with nail polishes, because it’s allows you to express yourself and be make statements, but without looking “CRAZY” let’s leave the craziness to Lady Gaga she is mastering it ;p jk.  So this summer trends are all about wearing bright, playful and colorful, but you still can rock some dark colors. Don’t be afraid of adding your own signature style to the trend. It’s nice to keep up with the new trends, but it’s more fun and unique to add your own sense of style to it. There are few colors that are noticeable this summer and lots of celebrities were spotted wearing one of the following colors:

1)      ROYAL BLUE: A rich, opaque bluish purple shade that looks equally chic on fingers and toes. Dating A Royal by OPI is great example of royal blue nail polish. It’s classy and trendy, but make sure that your nails isn’t too long.

2)     Sea Foam Green

This creamy pale mint shade is a subtle, more wearable iteration of last season's green polish trend, which was flashier. Example: OPI’s Gargantuan Green Grape, it’s daring and fresh.

3)     Electric Red

Red looks elegant year-round, but during this summer months brighten up with red  with orange undertones.

Example : OPI’s Keys To My Karma is a classic bright red.  

4)     Bright Orange

Nothing looks better with a tan than a vibrant pop of sleek orange nail polish. Example:  OPI’s In My Back Pocket is a great bright orange that looks amazing on glowing/healthy skin “don’t go jersey shore crazy with the tan”.

5)     Turquoise

 Azure for Sure by OPI is a great example of turquoise for this summer. Turquoise is the most worn color by celebrities. It’s shouts summer 2011 !!  Again its looks better with short nails, because it won’t look too much.

6)Deep Purple

From lilac to violet, there are a slew of purple polishes out right now, but for this summer we recommend this pretty, rich lavender hue best.  Example: OPI’s A Grape Fit!

6)     Canary Yellow

This sunny shade will instantly brighten up your summer look.

 Example: OPI’s Need Sunglasses? is one of my favorite yellow, it’s not glittery “perfect”. I believe  glittery orange/yellow nail polishes are tacky and cheap =S stick to the matte glossy ones for these two colors.

7)     Fruit Punch

A playful pinky-red tone that's perfect if you like to work a matching mani-pedi.

8)    Fuchsia:

If hot pink just isn't bold enough for you, try this shimmery or matte magenta lacquer. OPI’s Miami Beet is a great color to wear for this summer.

9)     Glitter :

You can either wear it on all of your fingers or only on the “ring finger”. It’s one of the trends for this summer to make one of your finger pop by wearing different color or design.  OPI has one or two in each collection so get the glittery nail colors once you find it.

Example : I lily love you is a pink glitter similar to Teenage dream , but with coral glitter. It’s from the recent collection and might find it at Nazih.

10) Neon

Eye-popping shades of green, blue and pink are everywhere this summer. These colors have a matte finish with just a hint of shimmer. Example :  OPI’s My Chihuahua Bites! Don’t get the glittery ones again its cheap.

11)  Juicy Pink

Pink polish is a summer staple and we're loving this universally flattering hue, which has hints of coral. Example: OPI Feelin' Hot Hot Hot!

I almost own all of these colors and I love wearing them !! OPI is my favorit brand for nail polishes <3 <3  They sell OPI in Nazih store located in Algharafa street , Al Nasser and Salwa road. In Villagio they have stand in front of H&M = ) hope you liked this post and I'm going to post other trends later today.

xoxo

roza