Evening Look in a Quickie!

All tired from the office but still have a party to attend?!
Who has the time and energy to go through all the makeup? Not me, that's for sure!

Here's a tutorial which can transform you from a zombie to a glam look in a jiffy. 

This is how I look after coming from office:

Yup it does look like I am the sole person in the office with all the work load, LOL!

First and foremost step, remove all makeup using a good makeup remover.
I use Baby Oil for removing face makeup and Body Shop's eye makeup remover.

After that I moisturised my lips and face using a baby cream and Avon Natural's Lip Balm.
Yes I am a big fan of baby products because they don't have any harmful chemicals and keeps your skin non-greasy and baby soft.

You must have noticed that I have pretty gross dark circles under my eyes. I took care of it by using a concealer.
MAC Studio Finish Concealer took care of that. You can find my reviews on this wonderful product here.

I used Revlon's Age Defying Foundation to lighten the redness of my face and don't forget to apply it on your neck.
For the cheeks I used a light pink shade (I used Maybelline Dream Matte Mousse) for that healthy glow.

For the eyes I skipped eyeshadow lined by eyes using a waterproof liquid eyeliner (Revlon's Colorstay Liquid Liner in Black) on the upper lash line and a water proof black kohl (Rimmel) on my waterline.
I used a white eye pencil (Elf) to highlight the inner corner of my eyes, the brow bone, on the cheeks and cupid's bow.

For the lips I used Rimmel's Amethyst Shimmer lipstick and topped it up with Neutrogena's Lip Soother for that glossy effect.

Lastly I used a matte powder for the finishing touch.

Thats it!
 Have fun!!

MAC Fluidline in Dipdown - Review

Today I will be reviewing MAC Fluidline in Dipdown which in simple words is a dark brown gel liner.
 It is so soft, you feel like its a melted chocolate in a small bottle.

What the MAC website says:
Ultra-smooth, Fluidline's gel formula provides the precision of a liquid liner with a silkier, softer finish. Goes on “foolproof” with a brush in an easy dip-and-stroke action. Long-wearing. Smudge-proof. Lines up in a rich array of colours and finishes.

Product review:

Packaging: small, compact,easy to carry in your makeup bag, looks cute :-)

Advantages: multiple uses,soft silky feel while applying, good pigmentation, product lasts long, smudge proof,water proof, waterline safe, stays on the eye for 6-7 hours, does not flake like other long lasting eyeliners, does not dry out (have been using it for 2 years and it still looks the same). 


Disadvantage: Other brand gel liners like L'Oreal and Maybeline which are long lasting, cheaper than MAC,give liner brushes, MAC should also start giving their liner brushes. 


I somehow feel that if the shade had been more dark, no brand could compete with it. 


Fluidline in Dipdown can be used in different ways: 
1. As an eyeliner 
2. On waterline 
3. On eyebrows 
4. As an eyeshadow base 

Layer up the gel liner with a slight touch of black kohl for a soft brown smokey look without the extra effort!


Price Range: U.S $ 15.00
                    INR 1000


It can be used on all skin types.

Makeup for a Sweaty Day!

Comeon ladies , let's face it, not every place is equipped with Air Conditioners.
On top of that the severe humidity during monsoon.
Ufff! Just because you are a housewife doesnt mean that you don't have the right to look good.
Some makeup tips for the strong and powerful women who deserve to look good no matter how much she sweats:-), right ladies?

1. Immediately after taking bath apply some oil free moisturiser and immediately apply loose or compact powder to make the face look non greasy and fresh.
2. Take a pink shade of cream blush and gently dab it to the apple of the cheeks. Pink blush gives the natural blushed look.
3. Next apply a lip balm and lip tint to add colour to the face.
4. Apply a water proof kohl/kajal to the waterline to instantly open up your eyes.
5. Finally dab a little loose powder and you are good Togo!

This look will keep you good for at least 4 hours and then wash your face with a soap free face wash and repeat the steps from to 1 to 5.
Use a mild daily exfoliator at night to remove all dirt and left over makeup.
Apply a toner followed by a good night cream and in the morning, hola, a happy and a pretty face ready to take up the world.

Products that can be used:
Neutrogena Daily Face Wash
Vaseline body lotion/Garnier oil free moisturiser
Maybelline Dream Matte Powder Any long lasting cream blush, I use Maybelline Dream Matte Mousse Carmex, Vaseline Rosy Lips
Maybelline Colossal Kajal/Mac Fluidline
Himalaya Daily Apricot Scrub Have Fun!

Revlon Colorstay - Mineral Finishing Powder (Brighten)

Product review:

Packaging: Attractive marbelised design, Bulky.

Advantages: Can work perfect as a highlighter, lasts 5-6 hours, good amount of product in the package, probably the best highlighter in this cost range, gives you a healthy glow instantly, can be used on cheek bones, brow bone and tear duct area.

Disadvantages: Because of bulky packaging it becomes difficult to adjust it in a small makeup bag, it says it's a finishing powder but because of the presence of silver sparkles, face looks more glittery/shiny.

For different skin types:

Dry skin: Perfect for a healthy glow.

Oily/Combination skin: To be used lightly or else can look too shiny/oily.

The 'Red' lips!

So many tutorials on red lips! And I am about to add one more! :-D

This is the quickest and the simplest red lip tutorial that can make you ravishing in just 2 minutes.
Yep you read it right, just 2 minutes.

My lips are very pigmented. Here's what I did:

I took a concealer, mixed it slightly with a non greasy cream and dabbed it lightly on my lips.
This way my lips gave a washed out look.

I then took a red lip liner and lined the outer rim of my lips.
I then lightly filled my lips with the same liner.

Once that was done I took my favourite shade of red and applied one coat of the lip color.

Dabbed it slightly with a powder for the lip color to last long and applied another coat of the color.

This can go great for the day look and it for the night just wait for a few seconds and apply a clear gloss..

Tada...! I am done.

Try this quickie and take your time in choosing your outfit.

Makeup Kit for Beginners/Starters

Below are my picks for who are just starting to use makeup or are confused with what one should have to complete the makeup kit.

1. Concealer: For undereye dark circles and to cover scars/dark spots on face.

    My picks: MAC Studio Finish Concealer or Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Double Face Perfector

2. Compact or Loose powder: To remove the shine from the face. A must have product for ladies with oily skin.

    My picks: Maybelline's Dream Matte Powder

3. Eyeshadow/Eye Primer: A black eyeshadow is a must. It can be used for a smokey eye look and also on a liner for longer stay.

   Eye primer is important for the eyeshadow to stay longer without fading and creasing.

   Paint pots by MAC are amazing options, they can be even used as a cream shadow all by itself. 

4. Blush: It gives an instant freshness to your face.

    My picks/Must have shades: A red for a party/nightwear look, a pink for a light/natural look, a dark brown which can be used as a bronzer and a blush.

    Majority of the brands have a variety of shades, go with the one which has a good pigmentation and stays longer.

    My favourite brands for blush: MAC and Maybelline

5. Lipstick/Lipbalm: A lipbalm is a must before applying any lipstick. It makes your lips hydrated for a longer time. A tinted lipbalm can be used all by itself if you don't want to spend in a lipstick.

Must have shades for lipstick: Red, Rosy and Brown

6. Eyeliner: Two shades: Black and White is all you need.

    White can be used on your water line to open up your eyes instantly.

    You can use the white eyeliner as a highlighter for your cheeks, brow bone and near the tear ducts for the instant glow.

    My picks: NYX eyeliner pencils, Revlon Colorstay Liquid Eyeliner and MAC Gel Liner (You will need an eyeliner brush or an eye pencil to use this product) 

7. Mascara: For an instant eye opener, a black and a clear mascara completes the kit.

    Clear mascara can be used to brush up and set your eyebrows.

    My pick: Rimmel Glam Eyes Mascara and Covergirl Lash Blast

8. Makeup remover: Always remove your makeup and then relax.

    My pick: The Body Shop Makeup Remover.

Always clean your face with a good soap free face wash, clean your hands with a hand sanitizer, apply a moisturiser and a sunscreen, and then start your makeup.

If you have more budget then you might want to invest in a makeup brushes kit, although you can ignore them and your makeup kit will still be complete.

Adios! 

Mac Paint Pot

Hello People!
Is using an eyeshadow primer important? Is there a need to spend a whole lot of money behind this primer?

Well the answer is yes and no. :-D

We will start with the yes part, eyeshadow primer can be important if you have really oily skin which can make your cream shadows to crease and at times when the eyeshadows just won’t show up or won’t stay long no matter how much you layer it.
I have to use it cuz my eyelids are very dark compared to my face skin and the eyeshadows just don’t show up on my skin.
I use MAC Paint Pot in Soft Ochre. It perfectly matches my skin tone.

After applying the paint pot the eyeshadows suddenly just pop up on my eyes.
I sometimes use it with the concealer for my under eyes to give that instant brightness.
Well with the no part, good concealers and foundations can also do the trick if we just want the shadows not to crease.
And if you are just starting to use the makeup, you can skip the primer and use a concealer.

What the MAC website says:

A highly pigmented eye colour that goes on creamy but dries to an intense, vibrant finish. Long-wearing, colourfast.

Product Review:
Packaging: Easy to carry in your makeup bag.
Advantages: Can work the best as a primer, eyeshadow lasts long and the colour of eyeshadow pops up, easy application (tools needed: your own fingers), long lasting, lot of product available, very creamy, lots of shades to choose from, waterproof.
Best Feature: Does not crease and some shades work well as a cream eyeshadow all by itself.
Disadvantages: Pricey.
Price Range: USD$17.50 (0.17 US OZ)
                      INR 1050-1100 (5 gms)
Different skin types: For dry skin: use a good moisturizer before using the paint pot for a perfect primer.
For oily/combination skin: a perfect base.
Different shades/finishes available:
Cream finish: Soft ochre (Yellow beige), Painterly (Nude beige), Quite Natural (Dirty chocolate brown)
Pearl finish: Blackground (Black-grey with multi-colour)
Frost finish: Bare study (Soft beige with gold pearl), Rubenesque (Golden peach with gold pearl), Indianwood (Metallic antique bronze), Constructivist (Metallic brown w/red pearl)
Satin finish: Groundwork (Mid-tone neutral taupe)

How to use it: Use your finger or a concealer brush and apply evenly on your eyelids starting from the lash line right upto the brow bone.

Adios!