ANNA SUI MINNIE MOUSE HOLIDAY COSMETICS COLLECTION

       

            

            

The jewel of the collection is undoubtedly the make-up kit, which consists of a small eyeshadow palette (shaped like a bow A BOW!) and a lipstick shaped like Minnie’s FACE (her FACE! With mouse ears and everything!) in a collectible tin box featuring Minnie in the foreground of a gorgeous floral pattern. Be still our beating hearts! The kit is available in two shades, which obviously means we need both. After all, those lipsticks are so pretty we need to preserve at least one of them in a temperature-controlled glass case.

              

               

              

Also included in the collection are Minnie Mouse polishes, above, which are an adaptation of Sui’s ballgown nail polishes (this time featuring Minnie on the lid) in five different colors (ooh we like the look of that deep romantic purple and the bubblegum pink). And finally, there are two shades of mascara to pick up, each featuring an illustration of Minnie rocking out on the bottle, and some Minnie Mouse body balm to keep your skin soft and sweet.

                 

The Minnie Mouse collection also included Mascara , and Lip Balm . 

    

                        

Similarities In Lipsticks

           

Its all the same if you dont care about the name ... 

          

            

The hot things you must have to your face

                                                           

The 10 Commandments of Mascara

   

1) BLACK WORKS FOR EVERYONE.

2) SAVE WATERPROOF FOR WHEN YOU REALLY NEED IT .

3) GET THE PERFECT CURL.

4) ADD FULLNESS AND DRAMA.

5) LENGTH AND DEFINITION

Two coats of lengthening mascara like Maybelline New York Lash Stiletto Ultimate Length Mascara are a quick fix for stubby fringe. 

6) DON'T NEGLECT LOWER LASHES. 

7) TRY SPIDERY LASHES—THE RIGHT WAY.

9) REMOVE CLUMPS.

10) TAKE IT ALL OFF.

How to apply Mascara ?

             

1. CHOOSE YOUR MASCARA :

With so many different types of mascara, it's important to pick the one that suits each occasion best. I'd recommend lengthening mascara for the day time, and curling thickening mascara for your nights out .

2. PICK YOUR COLOUR CAREFULLY :

If you have red or blonde eyelashes, choose light brown for a casual look, and dark brown for night time. If you have dark eyelashes, use dark brown or black in the day, and black for more the night drama .

3. CURL YOUR EYELASHES :

Now you've sorted out which mascara to use, apply all of your other eye make up, and then curl your eyelashes slightly. Personally, I find that padded eyelash curlers do this so much better, as metal ones just seem to bend my eyelashes . 

4. BE CAREFUL WITH PULLING OUT THE WAND :

Pull out the wand in one motion, as pumping introduces air to the tube and this can lead to drying out. It can also allow bacteria to enter. Make sure both the wand and the edge of the tube are clean, too, or you won't get a smooth application.

5. APPLY TO UPPER EYELASHES :

Place the wand on the underside of your upper eyelashes. Slowly move it upwards towards the tip in zigzag motions. Use the wand at an angle to add more curl and definition, and be careful not to blink for a few seconds until it is dry.  Apply a second coat for more drama.

6. APPLY TO LOWER EYELASHES :

Use a lot less mascara, and start at the lower eyelid. Slowly pull down, to colour the lower eyelashes.

7. REMOVE STRAY MASCARA :

Use a cotton bud to remove any mascara around the eye. You can recurl and reapply if you think that this is necessary.

Best of Beauty Award 2013 Mascara

 

1) Dior Iconic Overcurl Mascara

2) Giorgio Armani Eyes to Kill Excess Mascara

3) CoverGirl LashBlast Clump Crusher Mascara

4) L'Oréal Paris Voluminous Million Lashes Waterproof Mascara

5) Lancôme Définicils High Definition Mascara

6) Maybelline New York Great Lash Mascara

7) Benefit They're Real Mascara

8) Dior Diorshow Buildable Volume Mascara in Black

Mascara

 

        

What is the expiry date for mascara ?

After 2 or 3 months .

How can I know that my mascara is expired ?

As soon as you notice it's getting clumpy or smells weird, toss it out . 

Rule : Stop sharing mascara, This is a guaranteed way to spread germs. 

ما هو تاريخ انتهاء صلاحية الماسكرا ؟ 

من شهرين إلى ثلاثة شهور . 

كيف يمكنني التأكد من انتهاء صلاحية الماسكرا ؟ 

اذا لاحظتي انها متلفه وبها رائحه كريهه تخلصي منها . 

قاعده مهمه : توقفي عن أستخدام الماسكرا مع أي شخص فهذه هي الطريقة الوحيدة والمضمونه للتخلص من الجراثيم والبكتيريا . 

Expiration dates of beauty products

قراءة تواريخ صلاحية منتجات التجميل امر ضروري لما قد تسببه من آثار جانبيه على البشرة او العينين او الفم فمن الضروري التخلص منها وعدم أستخدامها في ما بعد تلك التواريخ . 

Reading the expiration dates of beauty products is essential to have caused adverse effects on the skin or eyes or mouth, it is necessary to get rid of them and  not used in after the dates . 

                                           

                                             

                        

                         

                        

Bye Bye Redness From IT Cosmetics

            

   

Bye Bye Redness is a red neutralizing and correcting cream that completely cancels redness in your skin from view. Rich in Peptides, Hydrolyzed Collagen and Anti-Aging Technology, Bye Bye Redness™ camouflages redness and any red-toned skin discolorations from rosacea, broken capillaries, blemished skin, irritated skin, sun damage, scars, age spots, physician procedures and more.

Its also Gives perfect coverage that will never crease or crack and is designed to not only cover, but to make you skin appear supple and flawless! Infused with color-correcting and red-cancelling pigments as well as anti-aging Peptides, Collagen, Colloidal Oatmeal, Hyaluronic Acid, Aloe and Avocado. This neutralizing correcting cream also has soothing benefits and gives skin a more youthful radiance while completely concealing imperfections. The creamy formula blends easily and lasts all day.

(Made in China/USA) .

Price (32$) , www.itcosmetics.com 

MAC Viva Glam The Original for Fall 2013

  

MAC Viva Glam The Original for Fall 2013 The original VIVA GLAM girl is back! Fabulous, chic and utterly outrageous. The electric RuPaul, first face of VIVA GLAM in 1994, now returns with her sexy signature burgundy red Lipstick and a new Lipglass, universal in glamour and appeal. Every cent of the selling price of VIVA GLAM – The Original goes toward helping women, men and children living with and affected by HIV/AIDS. 

                        

BENEFIT STAY FLAWLESS 15-HOUR PRIMER

 

Packaging  - Obviously super cute! Great to take with you on the go and you don’t need anything to apply it (apply directly on your face). If you’re worried about bacteria, I’d suggest dabbing a little rubbing alcohol on it and letting it dry off before using. Of course, you must always use it on a freshly-cleaned face.

The Primer – It looks beige, but it applies clear on your skin (suitable for all skin tones). It was very strange for me to use this the first time because I’ve never used a primer in this “glue stick” format before! Benefit suggests to apply foundation before Stay Flawless dries so it can “lock it in” and I think that tip worked quite well for me. (I have some tips of my own at the end of this post on how to use it to get the most effective results.) It has a very faint sunscreen smell – I didn’t realize it until I stuck my nose in there to figure out if it was unscented or not.

What to use it with? – I use liquid foundation 90% of the time, so that is what I used Stay Flawless with. My daily foundation is Urban Decay’s Naked Skin (shade 5.0) and I set it with Tarte’s Amazonian clay finishing powder. Please know that this is not a cure for oily skin. You will still need to blot/powder if you have very oily skin like me. This primer can only be as good as the products you use it with. I will say that the staying power of my make-up is infinitely better when I use Stay Flawless when compared to not using a primer at all.

How long does it last? – It does not last the 15 hours for me. I didn’t expect it to, as many cosmetic brands claim their products can stay on for hours. But it stays on for about 8-10 hours, depending on if I’m outdoors at all. And for the first 3 hours or so, my skin is actually flawless. Then it’s just a matter of blotting and keeping up with powder. (Normally, I start to get oily after 30 minutes of putting on my foundation. No joke.) Overall, this has been an impressive everyday primer.

Tips on using STAY FLAWLESS:

Use a high quality foundation. Like I said, this primer is only as good as the products you use it with.

I’ve tried applying my foundation using my fingers, a Beauty Blender, a foundation brush and a buffing brush. I found that it’s best used with a buffing brush. When I buff/blend the foundation before Stay Flawless dries out, I find that my face is actually quite flawless with it. (I recommend trying out different methods and see which works best for your skin!)

Apply your foundation before it dries out. To ensure this, I put it on half my face first + foundation on that half, then I do the other half of my face. This will ensure it “locks it in”.

If you’ve got oily skin like me, don’t forget to use powder on top of your make-up to set everything!

Best Beauty Products 2013 - 2

  

Chanel Glossimer

If lushness is what you crave—and really, don’t we all?—this sheer, nonsticky gloss hits the spot, says N.Y.C. makeup artist Dominique Samuel. The 32 shades offer glossy, frosty, or extrashimmery finishes, like the best-selling Amour, a sparkly baby pink that’s polished, not PG-13.

MAC in Spice

Incredibly plush, and the creamy cinnamon plays off the peach tones in pale skin.

MAC Pro Longwear

Answered prayers, people—this lipstick won’t hang your lips out to dry. The two-in-one (rich pigment on one side, high-shine gloss on the other) has glam on lockdown, says N.Y.C. makeup artist Lucky Smyler. The six colors, like the top seller For Keeps, a lovely mauve, “won’t budge or smudge till you take them off.”

Smith’s Rosebud Salve

“I feel French when I put it on,” says Reiko Brown. The rose-scented balm turns lips petal-soft but is strong enough to heal ragged cuticles and—quelle horreur!—sand-papery elbows.

L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche

Full of argan and omega-3 oils, this nourishing gloss comes in 16 creamy and shimmery hues: corals, nudes, pinks, and reds, including the popular Nude Touch. Each one lends natural shine (“no stripper lips,” says Leah Rial), leaving a pretty stain long after the gloss is gone.

  

MAC in Oversexed

Try a plucked-fromthe-orchard plum for the plushest-looking lips.

Nars in Odalisque

Milky and semi-opaque, this gloss drenches lips in a peachy beige that looks gorgeous alone or layered over nude lipsticks.

 

Nars in Chelsea Girls

This juicy nude makes lips luscious and full, no matter their true dimensions.

MAC in Chestnut

Plays nice with red, plum, and brown lipsticks, and the cocoa liner is creamy enough to wear on its own.

Nars in Tanganyka

Unbelievably balmy, this brick red gives lips just the right amount of drama.

Tom Ford in Pink Adobe

You’ll wear this sumptuous pink (with a hint of coffee) right down to the nub.

 

Cover Girl Lip Perfection

Despite the nice price, these silk protein–enriched formulas don’t cheap out on pigment. The 44 colors look sublime “straight from the tube,” says N.Y.C. makeup pro Daniel Martin—no blending or liner required. The top-selling Fairytale, a bright red-coral, is universally flattering,from porcelain complexions to the richest dark skin tones.

  

Tom Ford

In a word, "ridiculous," says Sharon Gault of this line’s svelte packaging and saturated colors, among which Casablanca, a plummy rose, is a favorite. Absolutely flush with exotic butters and oils, the long-lasting shades practically babysit your pout from morning till night.

MAC in Spice

The cinnamon stick kisses lips with color that comes off lush, not lined.

Nars in Honolulu Honey

It’s the smart matchup to sultry, smoky eyes—a caramel hue that neatly enhances your pout.

  

Tarte Lipsurgence

As fast to flatter as it is to apply, this cushiony gel pencil "defines, moisturizes, and colors your pucker in two seconds and stays put," says N.Y.C. makeup pro Gita Bass. "I can’t do makeup without it." Loaded with peppermint oil and vitamin E, the stain offers lush, flattering color, like the best-selling Enchanted, a soft rose.

Anastasia Brow Wiz

The not-too-creamy,not-too-dry texture provides "a feathery look that best mimics natural brows," says L.A. pro Shiyena. Available in six hues (Medium Ash is a fave).

Shu Uemura

Unlike most in its category, this tool “is easy to hold and fits all eye shapes,” says L.A. makeup pro MeganLanoux. And it legitimately curls (not bends or creases) lashes.

Tweezerman Slant

These are “the Swiss Army knife of the beauty world,” says L.A. makeup artist Amy Strozzi. At first pluck, the tapered side grabs the wispiest hairs; the flat end makes fast work of longer ones.

MAC No. 217 Eye Shadow Brush

Smoky eyes are a cinch with this helper, says N.Y.C. makeup artist Anthea King. The slightly rounded shape and bristles(just fluffy enough) blend shadows like a dream so “you don’t see any harsh lines.”

Ardell Duralash Naturals Knot-Free

As real as fake can get, these permanently curled individual lashes (in black or brown and three lengths) give you full control so you “never look overdone,” says N.Y.C.’s Oslyn Holder.

   

Obsessive Compulsive

Never mind the petite tube this lip paint packs crazy amounts of rich color. You need only a pin-size drop on the brush it comes with for hours of opaque wear, says makeup artist Oslyn Holder. The dizzying selection of peppermint spiked hues are easily buildable.

Make Up For Ever Rouge Artist Natural

Lips just don’t get more cushioned than this. All 50 choices, from sheer nudes to shimmery reds, are laced with fatty acids and light-reflecting mother-of-pearl for a plush-looking finish.