[REVIEW] Liz Earle Sheer Pink Lip Shimmer

During the winter’s our lips are the most prone to dryness. Moisturizing them is really important so when I saw the Liz Earle Sheer Pink Lip Shimmer I wanted to try this since it states to be a shimmery lip salve. 

The lip shimmer is a light lip balm formula that comes in a pink pot. It has the slightest shimmer but on my lips it doesn’t show up. For those with lighter lips this will be perfect for an everyday lip balm.

Liz Earle Say:
Lips have never looked so enticing than with our ‘barely there’ shimmering lip salve. Ultra-conditioning and enriched with a softly sparkling rose sheen to make lips irresistible.
Apply to bare lips with fingertips
Naturally active ingredients include vitamin E, rosehip oil to help lock in moisture and neroli oil for its uplifting and restorative properties.


I am not a huge fan of lip products which I have to use my finger to get the product, it’s unhygienic and a bit annoying to stick my finger in to get product. The texture of the product is really unique, it’s a solid but dissolves once you rub your finger to get some product. 

When applied, it doesn't feel like a normal lip balm but you can feel more oil's in the product. The scent of the product is really organic, it doesn't have any artificial fruity scent which might be bothersome to some. I like applying this on top of lipsticks since it gives a nice hydrated feel without it being overly glossy.

Overall I think this is a nice product to use everyday if you don't mind using your fingers for application. My lips feel well hydrated even after the product wears off from my lips.

5g pot priced at £4.75
For more Information Liz Earle Can be found on Facebook and Twitter along with their website. 

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[REVIEW] Essence Gel Eyeliner in 01 Midnight in Paris

Kohl eyeliners never work for me. I find that no matter what brand I use after a few hours I end up having raccoon eyes. No matter how much black eyeshadow I set it with they never last long and end up smudging through the day. Liquid eyeliners are a bit better but I find that they end up fading through the day. Thus comes the gel eyeliner known for being the longest wearing product for eyeliner. The Essence Gel Liner in 01 Midnight in Paris is opaque, jet black and has a creamy consistency. I picked this up after visiting their launch at Naheed's Super Market here in Karachi I knew I wanted to try this gel liner.
I love this brand! Their packaging is so adorable and the quality is just amazing. Their general market is for teenage girls since their products have such low prices. 


01 Midnight in Paris is a smooth mousse-like jet black gel liner that dries to a semi-matte finish. The product comes in a glass pot with a plastic lid. This is one of those products where a little goes a long way! Just the tiniest dab if product can line your entire eye.

Essence Says:
It's ultra-smooth gel formula allows an accurate application similar to liquid eyeliner. The range offers various effects, such as matte or shimmering. Simply dip the special Essence Gel Eyeliner Brush into the pot and effortlessly paint a perfect quick drying line. You're left with an ultra long-lasting, smudge and waterproof look! Available in three colors.


The product is super creamy, more like a mousse texture. It dries within couple of seconds once dried its completely smudge-proof and fade-proof. I find that when I apply a thick layer it doesn't dry completely and it transfers to my lid. The color doesn't fade at all and its super waterproof! I really like using this in my upper lashline, it doesn't irritate my eye at all which most products do when I apply product there.
Essence Gel Liner 01 Midnight in Paris Swatch
Essence Gel Liner 01 Midnight in Paris Swatch
To Sum it Up:
Overall a great product. The product applies really smoothly, it takes the tiniest bit of product to line your entire eye so the pot will last you a very long time.  It lasts a very long time on my eyes without budging. I love using this product, the application is really easy and I find that it doesn't make my eyes water which has been an issue with my sensitive eyes. Since it is a waterproof product my oil based makeup remover didn't work that well however extra virgin olive oil easily removed the product. 


It comes in 3 other colors London Baby (brown), Berlin Rocks (deep plum) and I Love NYC (green).


Likes:
- Pigmented
- Soft texture
- Easy application
- Waterproof
- Doesn't fade


Dislikes:
- Difficult to remove
- Smudges when applied too much


Price: 
PKR 460 available at Naheed's Super Market in Karachi
$3.49 available at Ulta


Rating:
4.5/5

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2012 Beauty Resolutions!

Since the new year has arrived I've been reading numerous blog posts on new years resolutions! So I have been inspired to implement some beauty resolutions to really improve the way I use makeup
Image taken from Google
 

Finish a product!
Ever since I got into makeup I always like to try out new things or try out my moms products. I think sometimes I end up NOT using a product because I like it so much so I don't want it to run out...psychologically insane. I honestly can think of only 2 products that I have ever come close to finishing. I think using up a product in its entirety should be implemented because makeup ends up expiring especially with creams that dry up.

Learn to contour!
I can never for the life of me contour my face. I am always afraid of doing a bad job so I will start practicing more. 


Toss out the old!
Before beauty blogging I didn't really own a wide selection of products. I used my moms lipsticks and blushes which were ancient.  So with the start of the new year I have already tossed out a few lipsticks, eyeshadows and blushes.


Keep it clean!
Hygiene. We never really think about the germs and bacteria in our makeup. Just like in science, if we use a product and start double dipping into them or use our fingers we are adding more and more germs to our makeup. So I will definitely keep a makeup sponge to whip off my brush with.


Moisturize those nails!
Before blogging I never took care of my nails. When I started doing nails of the day I noticed my cuticles were extremely dry and were all over my nailbed. I have started to make a habit of applying some olive oil on my cuticles before I go to sleep which is helping really well. 


Files nails every week!
Again, I never took care of my nails and even now my nails are chipping which is due to not filing them. So at least once a week I want to keep them in a neat shape.




So I hope that my beauty resolutions gave you all some ideas! What are some resolutions that you are planning on implementing this year?

Winner of my First Giveaway!

Hello Everyone!

I am sooo thrilled to be announcing the winner of my first giveaway. Thank you all for taking the time out to enter. I wish I could give each and every single one of you all a prize.

So the winner was chosen through Random.org.



and the lucky winner is........




Saira Aziz







Congratulations! I have went ahead and emailed you Saira so please respond within 48 hours with your picks.





Don't be discouraged because for 2012 I am going to be doing a lot more giveaways for a chance to win so stay tuned!

Have a lovely day :)

[EYES] Violet Midnight-- Smokey Blue and Purple New Years Eve Look

Hello Everyone!
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

I wanted to make a quick post to wish EVERYONE a happy and blessed start of the new year! Doing eye makeup was the #1 reason why I started blogging and this year has been amazing! 

So I wanted to share with you all my eye makeup for today. I will be going to my cousins place for a late dinner which is going to be a lot of fun with the family! For this look I wanted to use my Essence Urban Messages Eyeshadow in  Nightline, its a rich deep navy blue. Its just stunning. I wanted to use some pinks and purple into the look so I applied some bright purple all over the lid. For the base I used a bright purple eyeliner.


Products used:
  • Essence Urban Messages Eyeshadow in Nightline (Dark Blue
  • Mabrook Palette ( Purple and white)
  • Revlon Colorstay eyeliner in Black (waterline)
  • Etude Liquid Eyeliner
  • ELF Essential Mascara
I hope everyone stays safe this new year! 

Take care :)

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[Product of the Year] Christine Concealer --My 100th post!!

Hello Everyone!


This post is really special to me since its my 100th! So I wanted to share with you all a product that I have been loving this year. When I look back on 2011 almost every other week I changed what makeup I use, either a different eyeliner, foundation or setting powder. But the one product that I have used consistency since late last year is the Christine Concealer in Shade 05 Tan, it is my most reached for product. I was a bit hesitant on reviewing this product because the brand isn't popular with bloggers since it's only available in Pakistan. I wanted to shed some light on the product since I find that its worked really well for my dark circles. 
Concealing under-eye circles is one step that I never skip out on with makeup, I can always get away with skipping foundation. With wearing glasses my dark circles become more visible. Christine Concealer in Shade 05 Tan is a full coverage opaque salmon-tone shade which is best for blue-based under-eye circles. I find that the product doesn't leave behind a very orange shade, it leaves your skin looking really bright after application.


The product promises to dry out blemishes which I never have  dark blemishes to really test out this claim. 
When I first bought this concealer it was extremely stubborn to work with because the product was so stiff. So I tossed it aside and didn't bother using it for a month or so. Like most of the products I try I always end up forcing myself to use the product again and it really doesn't work out I will never bother with it. So after a couple of times using it by warming it up with my finger it became easier to apply the product. After multiple times using this method the product become really easy to work with and now the product is really creamy. I found that I always need to moisturize my eye area before applying it since it makes the application a lot more easier to blend.

 Christine Concealer in Shade 05 Tan Swatch
No Makeup

The product works best after applying moisturizer, it helps to blend out the product evenly.
Christine Concealer in Shade 05 Tan Swatch


To sum it up:
This concealer works really well for those who have really dark circles or scars. I find that it really brightens up my eye area. It has a orange undertone so it hides blue-tone dark circles really well. I really like how pigmented and creamy it is, though you do have to work with the product to warm it up to get it to become creamy. You have to make sure to moisturize your eye area before you apply. If you find that concealers set into your fine lines then apply a primer, either an eyeshadow primer or makeup base. For long days I find that if I applied too much it will set into fine lines so a little goes a long way. If you are looking for something inexpensive this is a great bargain product.


Likes:
- Smooth application with moisturizer
- Full coverage
- Inexpensive
- Blends easily
- Brightens up dark circles


Dislikes:
- Initial use is stiff
- Sets into fine lines after some hours
- Can get cakey if applied too much


Rating:
4.5/5


It comes in 9 different shades according to their website here.
Their products are only available in Pakistan. I purchased this for about 150Rs a year ago, price may vary from store to store.


I hope you enjoyed this review. Have you tried any products from Christine? What did you think of them? Would you consider trying out this concealer?

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[REVIEW] E.L.F Super Glossy Lip Shine in Mauve Luxe & Watermelon

After trying a bunch of ELF products I realized I hadn't tried any of their lip products. So I placed an order on ELF Pakistan for some Super Glossy Lip Shine's and some Essential Lipsticks. For Rs.170 I though why not? I will be reviewing the lipsticks as per request!
So I purchased 2 Super Glossy Lip Shines. I didn't like the other essential lip glosses since they come in a pen so you don't get a lot of product. With these you get a sufficient amount of product for the price! I wanted to try a very opaque shade and a very sheer one and I found that these Mauve Luxe and Watermelon were perfect. 
 ELF Super Glossy Lip Shine

I like both of the shades I picked and they will last me a few months depending on how often I use them.  I love wearing both on their own! If I want to wear a gloss for daytime I opt for Watermelon and for a dark lip for a night occasion I go for Mod Mauve.

Generally lipglosses do not stay on longer then 2 or 3 hours depending on how you eat and how often you touch your lips. With a few tips you can make you lip glosses stay on for about 4 hours or more. By using a lip liner, eating with a utensil and not licking your lips.

ELF Super Glossy Lip Shine Swatch
Mod Mauve is a really pigmented deep rose shade. Watermelon is a bubblegum pink shade. These glosses are really sticky but it contributes to their lasting power. 

The glosses have a thick consistency which I really like since they apply really well and they don't bleed out during the day. I find on some days when my lips are chapped I apply this gloss and it helps to hydrate them but I wouldn't do this often.

                                             ELF Super Glossy Lip Shine Mod Mauve Swatch
                                            ELF Super Glossy Lip Shine Watermelon Swatch



To Sum it Up:
I really like how these feel and smell on the lips. They have a fruity scent which I really like! With the added SPF 15 it is a nice little gloss to have on the go. Now I am not too fond of the tube glosses, they look a bit childish however it is really convenient to use on the go.  Overall a great bargain product. I don't have any major dislikes. I will definitely repurchase these shades since they are really pretty. For some the stickyness of the gloss might be annoying but I have started to get use to it and now I like the feeling of the product!

Likes:
- Pigmented
- Nice fruity scent
- Travel friendly
- Includes SPF 15
- Easy application for on the go
- Inexpensive

Dislikes:
- Product can be sticky


Rating:
4.5/5


Price: 
Rs. 170



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[REVIEW] Travalo-- Refillable Travel Perfume Atomizer

I know I am not the only one who finds large perfume bottles a hassle to carry around. I usually have to take a different smaller size perfume bottle which never last that long! At last the brilliant idea of the traveling atomizer has saved me the annoyance of buying small sized perfumes. The best part is that they come in 10 super adorable colors! I was sent a pretty green atomizer.

The Travalo is a really tiny refillable perfume atomizer, it is super easy to refill and use. It easily lets you transfer your favorite perfume in a handy travel size container. It comes in a clear plastic tube which is really convenient for traveling and keeping your atomizer safe. 

It is the smallest container that holds your favorite perfume! I like how they kept the nozzle the same size as regular perfume bottles.



So how do you refill this little atomizer?
Firstly remove the top of the perfume spray bottle exposing the stick, make sure you place your perfume bottle on a flat surface. I am using my Versace Metal Jeans to refill.


Insert the stick of the bottle into the bottom of the Travalo container. Firmly press down pumping the stick repeatedly until the container is filled.  It is easier to fill the container with the lid on. It takes about 30+ pumps to get it entirely filled.

The bottom of the container doesn’t leak at all!


And that is IT! It is that simple. You can tell when the container is filled by seeing the clear window.The Travalo is so extremely lightweight yet sturdy. It easily fits in the tiniest clutches.
Overall this is a genius idea, I absolutely love this product. Its perfect for those who love to carry around their favorite scents.

The Travalo Excel is available for £12.49 which holds 65 sprays
For more information and where to purchase visit www.travalo.com

You can also have a chance to WIN a Travalo by visiting their Facebook Fan Page here. They run a ‘Daily Spray’ every day on their Facebook page which gives all who ‘like’ the page a chance to win a free Travalo - every day!! 

A simple and handy product. What do you think of Travalo? Have you tried it before?

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