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Hey guys! I know I'm SO late but here are my<i> September Favorites. </i>I thought I should upload anyway since this post was ready LONG back but since I forgot to take a pic of one of the products I kept putting it off but not anymore! I just thought I'd upload this without it anyway, lol.<br />
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These are the products I've wow-ed over every time I reached out for them in my makeup routine the past month. I also included swatches wherever possible so you can get an idea of the products. Hope you like it!<br />
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<b>1. Laura Mercier Silk Cream Foundation &</b><b> Maybelline Fit Me Concealer</b><br />
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<i>Great coverage</i>, <i>my perfect color match</i>, <i>blends easily</i>, gives a <i>demi-matte to matte finish </i>depending on your skin type, <i>lasts a really long time </i>(I once accidentally slept with my makeup on and believe me when I say the makeup looked pretty good the next morning too!). Definitely recommend!<br />
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<b>The concealer:</b><br />
Although I use my <a href="http://www.themakeupaficionado.blogspot.com/2014/07/mac-pro-longwear-concealer-review.html">Mac Pro Longwear Concealer</a> for bigger events and parties pretty much all the time, I found myself using this quite a lot too the past month. On the days I don't want to wear foundation I just go with this under my eyes and on the high points to my face (forehead, bridge of the nose, cupids bow, chin). <i>Great coverage</i>, <i>blends easily, and gives a beautiful natural finish</i>.<br />
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<b>3. Benefit That Gal Face Primer</b><br />
I have the mini size I got in a gift bag from Sephora on upgrading to VIB status a long time ago but I only just started using this. I love how it <i>visibly brightens the face</i>, <i>leaving the skin feeling more hydrated </i>and can I just say <i>how amazing this smells</i> (like strawberries and cream <3)<br />
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<b>4. Laura Mercier Brightening Loose Powder</b><br />
Just a great powder to set my concealer and T-zone when I don't want extra coverage to my foundation. A <i>little goes a long way</i> and <i>prevents my concealer from creasing</i>.<br />
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<b>5. Urban Decay All Nighter Setting Spray</b><br />
This is <i>magic in a bottle</i>. I've been using this for nearly two years now but now when I ran out of it (again) I had to resort to the Makeup For Ever Setting Spray or Mac Fix + and then I realized how much more I loved it! <i>Sets your makeup</i>, <i>takes away the powdery finish</i> to give a natural one, n<i>ever emphasizes your pores or fine lines</i> and the best part is <i>if you spray a little much it won't make your face all sticky or your pores more visible </i>(unlike the other two I mentioned).<br />
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<b>6. Sleek Contour Kit</b><br />
I mentioned this in my <a href="http://www.themakeupaficionado.blogspot.com/2014/02/uk-makeup-haul.html">UK Haul</a> from a few months back and honestly ever since I can't stop using this! Earlier I only used to reach out for the bronzer shade in this (awesome <i>neutral tone, can sheer it out</i> to give a light bronzed look or <i>build it up </i>for a heavy contoured effect). But lately I've been loving the highlight color too! Its a <i>perfect pinky-champagne</i> and will <i>look great on all skin tones</i>.<br />
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<b>7. Tarte Amazonian Clay Blushes in Tipsy and Exposed</b><br />
These are <i>my ultimate fave blushes</i>! I had my brother get this for me last year when he was vacationing in Malaysia and haven't stopped using these since. These have an a<i>mazing lasting power</i>, they're <i>non-powdery</i> and the best part is they are so <i>user friendly</i>! They're <i>easy to blend</i> and you can always sheer it out to give a more natural flush to the cheeks or build it up for a more heavier look. Both these colors are my faves.<br />
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<b>8. Marc Jacobs The Lolita Palette</b><br />
<i>Amazing pigmentation, blends like a dream</i> and the <i>color selection is beautiful</i>! This is the only palette in my collection that I've used so frequently since the Urban Decay Original Naked Palette. The only possible complain anyone can ever have with this is that you have to<i> use it carefully to avoid shadow fallout. </i>But honestly, I don't mind :)<br />
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<b>9. Makeup Studio Jewel Effects in Shine</b><br />
My favorite thing about this glitter is <i>how fine this is</i>! <i>Gives the shine of glitter without looking chunky or too obviously glitter like</i>. You can use this in my so many ways! (Let me know if you would like a post on the many ways you can use this!)<br />
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<b>10. Revlon Colorburst Matte Balm in Showy</b><br />
These crayon type twist up lippies have become my fave over the past few months! I love the <i>matte finish</i> these give. I have three more shades but I've been <i>loving the purple tone of this one</i>! I know it doesn't look purple toned at all in the pictures (because I took these before sunset so my cam picked up only the warmer tones) but its a beautiful pink-purple shade.<br />
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<b>11. Mikyaji 22K Brow Shaper</b><br />
This is the little devil I forgot to take an individual picture of! (its that skinny golden thing on the top of the cover picture) Fave brow pencil of the moment. Great price, very easy to use and lasts a long time on the brows!<br />
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Laura Mercier: www.selfridges.com<br />
Maybelline and Revlon: Centrepoint in Salam Mall/ Andalus Mall/ Mall of Arabia<br />
Benefit and Marc Jacobs: Sephora in Red Sea Mall/Mall of Arabia<br />
Sleek: www.sleekmakeup.com<br />
Makeup Studio: Makeup Studio Store in Salam Mall<br />
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Thats it for this post! See ya in my next :)<br />
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For todays Love it or Leave it we are talking about the <i>Too Faced Shadow Insurance Glitter Glue.</i><br />
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According to the Too Faced website, this is what it claims:<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">"Wandering glitters and shimmers are for amateurs. This featherweight primer is specially formulated to keep glitters, shimmers and powders in place. The hard-working formula also evens skin tone and softens fine lines. Shadows, powders and glitters glide on effortlessly, stay in place and stay intensified for 24+ hours."</span> </blockquote>
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Definitely love it!<br />
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I used it on myself for my brother's wedding a few months ago and this was a total winner!<br />
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It works great not only for glitters but also for pigments or shimmery/glittery eye shadows. I especially love this for glitter as it is so<i> easy to use</i> as it has a creamy consistency,<i> minimizes fall</i> out during application and <i>holds the glitter in place</i> for as long as I need it to! A total must have for glitter lovers or anyone who loves using intense pigments or glittery/sparkly eye shadows.<br />
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I just use a small flat shader brush to first apply this primer to my eyelids and then use the same brush to pick up my loose glitter and apply it using patting motions.<br />
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<b>Where to get it:</b><br />
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Available at all Sephora stores.<br />
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After what feels like FOREVER, I'm back and blogging! And today I'm reviewing for you theBalm Instain Blushes :)<br />
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<b>Packaging:</b><br />
The blushes are in a <i>cardboard compact</i> that comes with a pretty decent sized <i>mirror and a magnetic closure</i> so its all pretty secure and excellent for travel! The best part is the fact that they look like <i>little magazines!</i> How adorable is that?!<br />
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<b>Pigmentation and blendability:</b><br />
All of these blushes are <i>highly pigmented </i>so a little goes a long way. However, they can get a little tricky to blend sometimes so <i>using the right brush is essential.</i> I like to use a fluffy brush thats not too dense so I don't put too much on and they blend easily.<br />
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<b>Texture and Longevity:</b><br />
These blushes are <i>smooth, non-powdery and super long lasting!</i> I recommend you use these when you have a long lasting foundation on to avoid the clown-like appearance at the end of the day when all your face makeup has faded off but the blush is still holding on!<br />
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<b>Houndstooth:</b> is a <i>mauve</i> with a <i>satin finish.</i> Perfect for fall.</div>
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<b>Toile:</b> is a <i>coral </i> with a<i> satin finish.</i> Its both peachy and pink which gives a beautiful color to the cheeks.</div>
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<b>Lace:</b> is a <i>bright pink</i> with a <i>matte finish.</i> Gives a nice "flushed" effect to your cheeks</div>
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<i><b>Disclaimer:</b> I swatched the blushes heavily so you can see the color of these clearly. However, this is not what will look like on your cheeks so don't be afraid, lol.</i></div>
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I would recommend these to <i>anyone looking for super pigmented, long lasting blushes!</i> So that makes it especially perfect for weddings and parties, which is what I use these for. However, I wouldn't recommend these to anyone who is just starting out with makeup as using these blushes does require a bit of technique.</div>
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Definitely Toile! Its such a unique color and looks beautiful on :)</div>
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<b>Where I shop theBalm:</b><br />
My brother actually bought me these from<a href="http://www.amazon.co.uk/"> www.amazon.co.uk</a> when he was in the UK over a year ago. However you can order from their official website too: <a href="http://www.thebalm.com/">www.thebalm.com</a><br />
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I have <i>another haul</i> for you guys! It was my first time shopping at <b>Whites Pharmacy</b> and I totally flipped when I saw the brands there. I had never before heard about this pharmacy so I figured I should let ya'll know. Scroll down for more pictures and brands info.<br />
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<b>1. Essence Sun Club Bronzer #01</b><br />
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I haven't tried this bronzer on yet, but let me tell you something. It smells like COCONUT! You can totally <i>smell it the moment you open it</i>. I'm so glad about this because I love coconut. I will buy everything coconut if I could.<br />
<b>Price:</b> 21 sr<br />
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<b>2. Essence Lash and Brow Gel</b><br />
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This is a clear gel I have <i>used and loved </i>and I ran out of it about a year back. I use it to set my brows when I'm not filling them in and often use it on my lashes when I'm going for a total natural look. <i>The best part is the price.</i> Totally recommend.<br />
<i><b>Price:</b> 11 sr</i><br />
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<b>Mint Candy Apple</b><br />
This is like the<i> most hyped about color from Essie</i>. Its a <i>beautiful mint color </i>which goes on <i>super opaque,</i> and <i>dries fairly quickly</i>. Favorite.color.ever.<br />
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<b>Marshmallow</b><br />
Its <i>a beautiful subtle white.</i> Its <i>a little sheer</i> and you'd probably need a good two coats at least to get it to be opaque. White nail polish is<i> all the hype right now in the fashion world</i> and I totally get it because it gives such a clean, modern and sophisticated look. Totally in love!<br />
<i><b>Price:</b> 40 sr</i><br />
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<b>5. EOS lip balm in sweet mint</b><br />
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It feels like<i> a regular lip balm with super cute packaging.</i> It has a <i>strong mint smell and flavor</i> and feels <i>cooling on the lips</i>. The thing I find special about this is that unlike most lip balms that can give a greasy feel, this <i>isn't greasy at all.</i> I think its pretty <i>ideal for using before applying your lipstick</i> as it gets soaked in pretty fast.<br />
<i><b>Price:</b> 35 sr</i><br />
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<b>Where can I find Whites Pharmacy in Jeddah?</b></div>
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In Salaam Mall, opposite to Danube.</div>
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<b>Makeup brands Available in Whites:</b></div>
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Okay, so by now you probably already know that Whites carry <i>Essie</i> nail polishes. I believe this is the full range and I'm so absolutely stoked about it! They also carry <i>Essence</i>, <i>Incoco, Real Techniques, Ardell Lashes, Kiss Lashes, EOS lip balms</i>- all of which I have never before seen anywhere in Jeddah. They also carry some awesome skincare brands which I'm excited to try out next time.</div>
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Other than these, they also carry<i> Loreal, Revlon </i>and <i>Maybelline</i>, which you also get in tons of other places too.</div>
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Hey guys!<br />
Today I will be reviewing the MAC pro longwear concealer for ya'll. I hope you find it helpful :)<br />
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<b>Packaging:</b><br />
Its sort of a <i>glass bottle with a pump.</i> Although, I'd say one pump gives a LOT of product, and its kinda hard to do a half pump, so I usually end up wasting a little bit of the product every time cos I don't really need it. I think <i>MAC can definitely work on that pump a bit more.</i><br />
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<b>Application:</b><br />
Its a liquid concealer so its very <i>smooth to apply</i>. It dries nicely after applying so you know its <i>really set in place,</i> although if you are someone with more wrinkles or crease lines or someone with oilier skin, I do recommend you <i>set it with a good undereye powder. </i><br />
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<b>Coverage:</b><br />
Coverage wise I'd say its <i>almost full coverage</i>. Although you can easily sheer it out a little if you apply using a damp beauty blender. You can see in the pictures below how pigmented this concealer is!<br />
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<b>Longevity:</b><br />
This is the best part. It is <i>so long wearing its crazy</i>, at least for me. Once I went out to a party and after coming home I slept with my makeup on. When I woke up in the morning my concealer still looked so fresh! It holds extremely well under moisture too!<br />
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<b>Final thoughts:</b><br />
I have loved this concealer since the first time I bought it last August! I finished one bottle and a month back bought another one so I'd say <i>one bottle would last you a long time</i> since a little goes a LONG way! This <i>works excellently on blemishes, and even better under your eyes</i> as it does not crease or settle in lines. It doesn't matter what you apply it with, I've used it with a brush, beauty blender and even my fingers and<i> it does the magic each time!</i> Excellent for parties, brides and even in the summers.<br />
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<b>Who might not like it:</b><br />
People with extremely dry under eyes or anyone who doesn't have any under eye bags to begin with can find it unnecessarily heavy.<br />
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<b>Quick tips:</b><br />
Apply with<br />
<i>*a damp beauty blender for lighter/thinner coverage.</i><br />
<i>*brush for heavier coverage/ on blemishes etc.</i><br />
<i>*fingers for a more natural and blended finish.</i><br />
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<b>Price:</b><br />
Around 100-120 sr (I believe it was 105 sr)<br />
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<b>Where I shop MAC at:</b><br />
Red Sea Mall<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13662913466126683591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277716040751497767.post-9435121888314996462014-07-02T10:41:00.001-07:002014-07-02T10:43:37.724-07:00Sephora Lipstick Haul: First Impressions & Swatches<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Heyy there :)<br />
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I've been to sephora twice this past month and picked up three lip products. Two of them I picked up at a 20% off (exclusive for VIB members) which was suuchh a steal!<br />
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<b>1. Sephora Glossy Lip Pencil - #05 Glossy Pale Pink</b></div>
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Its a<i> warm glossy pink</i> perfect for everyday! Also the fact that its crayon style makes it so <i>easy to use</i>. However, its <i>a bit on the sheer side</i> and so the lasting power isn't that great.</div>
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<b>2. Sephora Lipstick #08</b><br />
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This is actually a repurchase since I gave the last one to my sister several months ago. I have loved this for long and let me just start off by telling that this is <i>one of the most long wearing formulas I've ever tried. </i>Even soap and water has nothing on this! Its a beautiful<i> muted pink with slightly mauve undertone</i>s and a completely<i> matte finish.</i> I love wearing this with grey smokey eyes.<br />
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<b>3. Sephora Cream Lip Stain #01</b><br />
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This is also one of the <i>most long lasting lipsticks</i> I have! Its a warm tone, almost like a chilly r<i>ed which you can't go wrong with.</i> Its goes on like a cream/liquid at first and <i>dries completely matte</i>, and <i>will not budge</i> unless you have ridiculously oily food. One of my faves!<br />
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Here are <b>swatches. </b></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">From top to bottom- Sephora cream lip stain #01, Sephora matte lipstick #08, Sephora glossy lip pencil #05</td></tr>
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On the 25th of June Sephora held this Beauty Invite thing for which VIB's got an invitation beforehand, although it was open to all. It was a really fun event with snacks like mini sandwiches, macarons, drinks and even a mascot which was the most funniest thing to me (imagine a huge mascot in a makeup store, that too with a ghutra haha. Ghutra is a scarf like thing arab men wear on their heads, I'm sorry I'm just awful at explaining.)<br />
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Also,<i> they had free gifts for VIB's</i> which was so awesome and I thought I'd share this with you guys.<br />
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If you shop and sephora often and don't have a VIB card yet then I'd <i>definitely recommend </i>you apply for it! Definitely worth it because you get to know about the latest brand releases, exclusive discounts, free gifts, beauty events and pretty cool stuff like that.<br />
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Click the link below to learn how you can get the VIB card:<br />
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<a href="http://www.sephora-me.com/card-program/pid32.html">http://www.sephora-me.com/card-program/pid32.html</a><br />
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<b><i>Where I shop Sephora at:</i></b></div>
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<i>Andalus Mall</i></div>
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<i>Red Sea Mall</i></div>
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<i>Mall of Arabia</i></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13662913466126683591noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277716040751497767.post-81405920608312319882014-06-25T02:49:00.002-07:002014-06-25T02:49:59.022-07:00Marc Jacobs Beauty Has Arrived!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Helloo errbody!<br />
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I just got this email from Sephora yesterday and really wanted to share this exciting news with ya'll!<br />
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<b>Marc Jacobs is now in KSA!</b><br />
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I was in the makeup section in Harrods (London) strolling around when I came across the Givenchy counter. Naturally, I wouldn't buy anything from there because you get Givenchy in Jeddah too, and its probably a better idea to spend on something I would have trouble getting elsewhere. But I knew I had this one lipstick on my wishlist from the time I laid my eyes upon it on <a href="http://www.temptalia.com/givenchy-beige-mousseline-beige-plum-brun-createur-le-rouge-lipsticks-reviews-photos-swatches" target="_blank">Temptalia</a>, and I couldn't resist. It was-<br />
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<b>The Givenchy Beige Mousseline Le Rouge Lipstick. </b><br />
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So starting off, the packaging is just beautiful! It<i> feels very luxurious</i> and is a little bit heavier than most of my lipsticks, which is exactly what I expect from a lipstick I'm paying 22 pounds for! Oh, and the guy at the counter told me that the <i>packaging has real leather</i>, so cool right?<br />
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The color is a <i>beautiful light-beige with warm undertones</i>- which is a perfect nude for my skin tone (I'm an NC20 in MAC, and I think it'd definitely work well for someone who is NC25ish too).<br />
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The lipstick gives a <i>satin finish</i>, <i>wears well for 3-4 hour</i>s and almost f<i>eels hydrating</i>!<br />
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Well honestly I've fallen <i>completely in love</i>. For long I was on a hunt for a more beige toned nude that'd be perfect for my skin tone and now I really feel like this is it. What I love even more about it more than the color is the texture. The finish it gives makes my lips look more fuller, smoother and just everything good. I'm definitely looking forward to buying more from their line :)<br />
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<b><i>Where can I shop Givenchy in Jeddah?</i></b><br />
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<i>Paris Gallery</i> in Andalus Mall, Red Sea Mall<br />
<i>Sephora</i> in Andalus Mall, Salam Mall, Red Sea Mall, Mall of Arabia<br />
<i>VaVaVoom</i> in Andalus Mall<br />
<i>Faces</i> in Al-Salam Mall, Red Sea Mall<br />
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<b><i>Disclaimer:</i></b><br />
When it comes to finding the perfect nude, <i>what works for me may or may not work for you</i>. I will really recommend you swatch and check this color out for yourself at the store if you are interested, just to be sure that it complements your skin tone and is the finish you like. I would hate to spend money on something I end up not liking. Especially if its a higher-end product.<br />
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<i>Comment down below if you have ever tried any of the lipsticks from Givenchy, or if you are planning to :)</i><br />
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If you read my last post-<a href="http://themakeupaficionado.blogspot.com/2014/02/uk-makeup-haul.html" target="_blank"> the UK Makeup Haul</a>, you probably saw this coming!<br />
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I still remember when I first heard about the release of the Naked 3 palette how excited I got. Later, when I saw its pictures I was kinda bummed. To me it looked like pretty much the same thing as the Naked 2 palette. But, when I saw in depth swatches on <a href="http://www.temptalia.com/" target="_blank">Temptalia</a>'s website I realized this IS very different from both the previous editions. So I decided to get it and here's my review!<br />
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This palette consist of 12 eyeshadows and they have a beautiful <i>rosey-tone</i> to them. This is what sets them apart from the previous two editions of the Naked palette. It also comes with an awesome dual ended brush with a flat shader on one end for packing on eyeshadow and a fluffier one on the other end to help with blending.<br />
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<b><i>Packaging:</i></b><br />
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The packaging feels just like the Naked 2. And even though it feels so sturdy and luxurious I really dislike that. <i>Quick sad story: </i>I used, abused and dropped my original Naked palette several times and it still held up so well. But all my Naked 2 needed was one drop, and BAM! It shattered :( Thankfully I didn't lose any of the shadows completely.<br />
So all I can say is, all is good with the packaging just do not drop it, I repeat, <i>do NOT drop it.</i><br />
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<b><i>Pigmentation:</i></b><br />
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I'd say that all of the eyeshadows are <i>beautifully pigmented</i> (urban decay eyeshadows almost never disappoint).<br />
Except trick.<br />
Trick was indeed a tricky eyeshadow. When I first got the palette I was disappointed with its intensity but after using it a couple times, that is after a little bit of the top layer of the eyeshadow got used up I could really start to see more intensity in the color. I guess its one of those eyeshadows who take a little longer to bloom into their color than the rest :P<br />
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<b><i>Texture:</i></b><br />
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Texture wise, I was put off by some shades particularly with Dust and Trick as they do tend to give a lot of fall out on application so you have to make sure you do your eye makeup before your face makeup to avoid having eyeshadow all over your face makeup. This was very sad for me because these were the shades I was most excited about and it let me down in this category.<br />
However all the other eyeshadows in the palette are <i>beautifully smooth</i> and don't cause much trouble.<br />
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<b><i>My favorites:</i></b><br />
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So far I'm loving Dust (when I use it wet or with Fix+ from MAC), Nooner, Liar and Blackheart.<br />
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I really like this palette because of its rosey-tones. The only trouble-some eyeshadows were Dust and Trick but they go on absolutely beautiful if you spray some Fix+ from Mac on the brush and then apply the eyeshadow to the lid. These are nicely pigmented and last very long especially with a good base underneath (you can use a concealer that doesn't crease, or I recommend you use them with the </div>
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<b><i>Which Naked Palette is for you?</i></b><br />
If you are someone who likes rosey-tone eyeshadows this palette is for you. However, if you are someone who leans more towards warmer, bronzey- tones then I recommend you check out the original Naked palette. And if you like taupey, cooler- tones then I recommend you the Naked 2 palette.<br />
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<i><b>Do I have a favorite?</b></i><br />
Yes I totally do! Nothing can beat the original Naked palette!<br />
I wore it SO often throughout 2012 and 2013 that now I put it away so I can use my other palettes :)<br />
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So that's it for my review. I hope you found this helpful. If you've any questions feel free to post on my <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Diary-of-a-Makeup-Aficionado/1469876419907157" target="_blank">Facebook </a>or in the comments section below.<br />
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<b><i>Where can I shop urban decay?</i></b><br />
Sadly it is not available in jeddah but you can easily shop for it online :) I recommend Debenhams: <a href="http://www.debenhams.com/beauty/urban-decay">http://www.debenhams.com/beauty/urban-decay</a><br />
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Comment down and let me know below which naked palette is your favorite if you have any, or which one is in your wish list :)<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13662913466126683591noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277716040751497767.post-85866989568640667642014-02-28T09:12:00.001-08:002014-02-28T09:26:48.299-08:00UK Makeup Haul<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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So its been a month since I returned from my trip to the UK. I don't ever buy this much of makeup at once but this time, I bought quite a lot of stuff- kind of a crazy amount! But that's sort of what you do when you go for vacation, right? (lol!)<br />
The things you will be seeing in this post is sort of a peak into what I'll be posting about in more detail in the next few days.<br />
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<i><b>THE HIGH-END STUFF:</b></i><br />
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<b>1. URBAN DECAY & SMASHBOX </b><br />
Starting out with the much-hyped about palette which I was insanely excited to get:<br />
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Then I stumbled upon this lil thing which TOTALLY STOLE the naked 3's spotlight:<br />
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I was very excited to try the Laura Mercier products since I heard so much about them- So I got a highlighter and the much loved and talked about- silk cream foundation from their line.</div>
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<b>3. GIVENCHY</b></div>
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I know Givenchy is available here as well but I totally forgot about it at the time! </div>
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That nude lipstick is currently my fave nude :)</div>
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<b>4. ELIZABETH ARDEN STUFF</b></div>
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Haven't worn the lipstick YET, but this lip liner, oh boy its become my fave!</div>
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(P.S, I totally forgot to take a picture of the actual bullet part of the lipstick, but don't worry cos I'll probably be doing in depth review and swatches of these products soon!)</div>
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<b><i>THE DRUGSTORE STUFF:</i></b></div>
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More than anything else, I was totally looking forward to checking out the drugstore makeup there. Totally inexpensive compared to Jeddah!</div>
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<b>5. BRONZERS</b></div>
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I haven't tried either of these enough to speak about them much- but I'm so STOKED about the Sleek bronzer!</div>
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Haven't tried many of them yet, but loving the Revlon ones and the Collection one!</div>
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<b>7. BRUSHES! </b></div>
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Real Technique's brushes amaze me! They are inexpensive and really good quality. The blush brush has become my fave for a diffused and natural bronzed look</div>
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I guess I'm good to go without any more makeup for at least a year!<br />
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<i>If you'd like to see swatches and/or reviews of any of these products let me know in the comments section or you can contact me on my <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Diary-of-a-Makeup-Aficionado/1469876419907157?ref=hl" target="_blank">Facebook</a> :)</i></div>
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Hello there pretties!<br />
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This is my first ever post on this blog, and what better way to start out than to introduce myself?</div>
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My name is Aamna, I'm currently 17. I have an almost unhealthy love for makeup. I love experimenting with new makeup, trying on different looks, checking out whats new in the market etc.</div>
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Apart from that I am very much into fashion! I think just trying on different clothes, shoes, handbags etc to compliment your body and personality is a lot of fun and can make you learn a lot about your personality.</div>
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<b>My previous blogging experience:</b></div>
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I used to be a part of Vicinity Makeup with my sister, which we closed down a few months earlier because of many reasons. However, it was a truly amazing experience, and I got to learn a lot from it. </div>
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This is one of the major reasons why I'm finally starting up this blog, because I miss writing about all these things I love.</div>
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So yeah, I'm here to share my love of all things fashion and beauty.</div>
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If you have any requests/ ideas for any specific type of posts, please let me know in the comment section below :)</div>
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And oh, inshaAllah I'll soon be starting a Twitter and/or Facebook page. Then hopefully it'll become easier to talk to you guys!</div>
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My first post will most probably be a makeup related one. So stay tuned.</div>
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Until then, take care :)<br />
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