Pin Up/ Najla's Birthday!

Hi ladies,

I came back with a pin up look, actually products that would help in achieving a pin up look. This post is dedicated to my best friend Najla who will be turning 21 years in few hours. I'm proud to say that I know her for the past 7-8 years and we are inseparable. Our friendship is amazing and I wish her a great year and can't wait to see her so hopefully soon! Actually we should take  a class together this summer what do you think anyway here is the pin up/retor look: 

MAC's Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15

I apply foundation using stippling brush, you only need pea-size of the foundation. This is a full coverage foundation and its coverage is build-able. They have a great selection of shades,which suits all skin tones. I love it more than my dior forever foundation. Yet, I believe that most people would feel that MAC's studio fix fluid is not for daily use, but for me I need all the coverage that I can get for now.

Urban Decay's Naked pallete #1

Although, this palette is full of beautiful colors, but for this look we are only using four colors. First, start by applying naked eyeshadow all over the eyelid. Then add some of buck on the crease of they eyes and move upward blend well. Notice that blending is the key for every makeup look and no one would like to look as if someone slapped them on their eyes! Instead of using black color to make the eyes more intense we would use smog which is a rich brown color not too dark. Add it to the crease and blend make sure this doesn't effect the intensity of the color used earlier. Lastly, highlight your brow bone using virgin a champaign color eyeshadow. 

MAC's fluid line in Blacktrack

My favorite gel eyeliner! apply it using an eyeliner brush. Start from the outside to the inside of the eye, it is much easier this way and remember nothing cannot be fixed with a q-tip.  What makes a pin up look different is that they do a winged eye or a cat eye, so make sure to wing it. Blacktrack is the blackest black that you can find in the market and so intense for that I'm in love with it. 

MAC's Lashes in #4

Before you apply false lashes apply your favorite mascara mine is dior's blackout. Then apply a thin layer of duo glue to the eyelashes wait for 40 seconds and apply them to your lash line. Applying fake eyelashes is hard, but with time it gets easier.  Apply a final coat of mascara to blend your lashes with the falsies! 

MAC's Mineralize Concealer

I bought this a week ago and I do enjoy it! It is lighter than MAC's studio sculpt, which apply over the mineralize for perfection. Also, I set this using a wet sponge and maxfactor's powder. I look a wake 100%  and I love it <3

Urban Decay's Baked bronzer

Now is time for my favorite step, which is make a fish face and apply the bronzer! Make sure to apply your bronzer evenly. I love this for summer it has a settle shimmer and even a girl with oily skin like me can wear it =D

MAC's Mineralize Skinfinsh in Soft and gentle

Use this as your highlighter, I absolutely love this product. I can dust this across my cheekbones and temples and it absolutely lights up my face. Pin up looks is about having a matte look, but adding this highlight won't effect the look. Actually, it makes my face glow for that I don't mind it =) 

MAC's lipstick in Lady danger

I absolutely love this color for summer. Make sure to use a lipliner first than apply lady danger. This lip stick has great staying power and is a classic red with a hint of orange. My favorite thing about this lipstick that lady danger is matte, which is perfect for a pin up look. 

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Happy Birthday Najla 

xoxo 

roza 

The Fab Five #1

Hello!


Summer started and that means Im posting more this few months! Today Im going to share with you my fab five things that pumps up my look and few of my recent discoveries. For special occasions you have to add few things that makes your look extra special and different from your usual daily look. Here are few of my newest beauty findings:


#1
Soft And Gentle mineralize skinfinish from M.A.C


The most amazing and versatile highlighter. I love using soft and gentle as a brow bone, cheekbone and sometimes to add some shine to my face. It is highly pigmented and at the same time settle.  Also, matches all skin tones and whatever blush you are using. Unlike, other highlighters that might be pink or peach tones, soft and gentle is a champaign color that works amazingly. I totally recommend trying this highlighter.




#2
Eyelash Comb by Tweezerman


So few months ago I was so excited about the idea of eyelash comb, but I was not able to find it where I live. However, I looked for it online and I found a great website that ships it to Qatar. When I recieved it I almost fainted omg I you will not believe me, but this really works and makes difference! You have to get the one by Tweezerman not by any other brand, there is a huge difference. I use it after applying the first coat of mascara and then I comb my eyelashes and apply a second coat. 
Or I used it once with YSL mascara, which is amazing but so clumpy. I scobed mascara with the comb and applied it I loved the effects it gives your eyelashes AMAZING! Yet, the mascara made my eyelashes fall. 


I ordered mine from asos.com 


#3
Rouge Allure Velvet by Chanel


The most amazing consistency especially for a Chanel lipstick. It supposed to be matte, but its not like any other matte M.A.C lipstick. I ordered two from harrods to try and I felt in love with them. My sister ordered the whole collection, which most of them are lovely, but the ones that I liked for summer are number 33( goldy peachy color), number 37( bright pink) and planning to order number 44,43,42. For the first time i really recommend trying Chanel lipsticks they are moisturizing and not tacky. 


#4
 Eyelashes


Not necessarily the one in the picture, but any eyelash pair that make you feel dolled up. I love wearing eyelashes whenever I feel self conscious or ready to rock the day! I use half lashes for the day and full ones for parties, weddings and sometimes for special family gatherings. All you need is patience to apply fake eyelashes. 


#5
 Chanel's hair mists 


Chanel has many hair mists that complement their fragrance line. You only need to find the scent that suits your taste and preference. I love applying hair mists to my hair its just adds to the glam and who doesn't want her hair to smell nice?   I feel amazing when I walk smelling like a basket of flowers =) If you look beautiful you have to match your smell with it guyz! 








Hope you liked this post and see you soon 


xoxo


roza

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 

Concealer

Hello! 

I came with my top secret for looking fresh, flawless, awake? Under eyes circles annoys the hell out of me *puts her glasses on* There is no reason that can justifies under eyes circle especially after knowing this product!

I went on a hunt for the perfect concealer and finally after one LONG year I'm proud to announce that 

*drums roll*

*hallelujah*

MAC's studio sculpt concealer

yes it took me 365.242199 days according to google's calculator! 

So this concealer is so creamy, which makes the coverage full and great. Also, magical for people with one or two wrinkles under their eyes. I tried tons of concealers, but nothing compares to this concealer. I promise it worth the money, I just got another one coz its going to be discontinued shame on you MAC shame on you * unsatisfied look* 

I just recommended it for a friend and she bbm-ed me today saying: 

" Rouda, awal shay ys3dk rabi 3la al concealer" If you don't understand Arabic that means may God brings you happiness =D 

I'm happy to have this concealer, which erase the trace of long nights I spent trying to understand International finance *nerd* However, I looked awake and beautiful rocking this concealer! 

Be careful not studio finish concealer its studio sculpt and there is a difference BELIEVE ME! 

Most of you will think that's the most boring post ever, but I assure you this is the most important one ever. Also, go grab one or two you will say that girl knows her business ;) 

xoxo 

Roza 

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 

Inglot Freedom System Blush

Here you can take a look at the blushes available as Inglot’s Freedom System. All of these shades are matte (in the picture below), but there are some with tiny shimmer which is really hardly visible so I think these blushes are great for someone who doesn’t like shimmery blushes or if you have oily skin (you don’t need the extra shine believe me). Inglot offers almost 40 shades, which gives you the chance to choose the color that screams YOU! You can make your own palette with this system or mix and match other products. Also, the pigmentation is GREAT! I have been using these blushes for the past three or four years <3 <3 Here are the numbers of the following blushes:

Coral >Freedom Blush 29 (Looks amazing with cat eyes and pale lips)

Brown> Blush 22 (Clash this natural color with bright lips<3 <3)

Fleshtone> Blush 28 (Wear it with pink lips bright or pale)

Baby pink> Blush 20 (Pair it with nude lips!)

You can buy this at :

Hyatt Plaza Gate 1
Doha State of Qatar
phone: +974 77243323

Try to clash your blush with your lipstick if you aren’t wearing eye makeup or clash it with your eye makeup if you are wearing dark smoky eye. Try not to mix and match your makeup not that HOT! Another tip: tap your brush before applying your blush to your cheeks. If you feel that you applied way too much blush sweep your cheeks with lose powder to make it look natural.

Don’t go crazy with the blush it’s about looking shy and virtuous not CRAZY!!

xoxo

roza