Sunday bazar jewellery haul

When it comes to buying artificial/costume jewellery , Sunday bazaar is the place to be in Karachi.Pieces that you would normally pay an arm and a leg for, are available for almost less than half of the original price.Its a shame that i don't visit it as often as i would like because its a treasure trove filled with lovely trinkets.All you need to have is patience,unlimited capacity to bargain(the Pakistani way) and cash (off course). This time around i bought two rings , a whole set with necklace and earrings and a separate pair of earrings.

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EOTD (black & brown)

This is my first attempt at a cut crease "eye of the day". It takes a bit more precision than i was able to muster ;) But practice makes perfect , and i'll keep trying until i get the hang of it :) What do you think?

Revlon colorstay vs Revlon colorstay

I have been meaning to do this comparison post for quite a while now.But it got postponed for one reason or another:)Lets just begin by saying that i am very taken with Revlon's colorstay line.Especially the foundations.In Pakistan Revlon products are not available in open market.You may sometime find a few shades of foundation here & there or lipsticks / lip glosses but not in an official capacity(correct me if i am wrong). For the longest time i wanted to get my hands on Revlon colorstay foundation with softflex so when i found one at my local cosmetic counter (even though it was totally the wrong color for me) i immediately bought it.What i failed to notice at the time was that the bottle didn't exactly say it had softflex in it.So i ended up(in my haste) not only buying the wrong shade but also the wrong formula :( But i tried it any how, just to satisfy my curiosity about it.Than i got my hands on this other colorstay foundation (Active light makeup). This time the color matched perfectly. But both the formulas/packaging is so different from each other that i thought a comparison post was in order :)

BH cosmetics 88 color matte palette

I have been wanting this palette since i started building up my make up collection.And finally i am the proud owner of a shiny , new 88 matte palette by BH cosmetics:)

My first experience with sheet masks ;)

The word "sheet mask" is is not really common in Pakistan but in most Asian countries its considered to be a staple of beauty regimen.It is basically a paper or cloth mask cut out in the shape of a face or just a pad to go over your eyes.This paper mask is then soaked in liquid or essence and sealed in a foil pack for one time use.
Mostly the ones i have seen in the market either are for :brightening", "hydrating" or "whitening".

Ist blogoversary Giveaway! ( CLOSED)

It was around this time last year when we finally got around to fulfilling our long time ambition of starting a beauty blog :) We have come a long way since than. and that could not have been possible without the continued support of readers,subscribers, friends, fellow bloggers... who take the time out of their busy lives to read and comment on the blog and keep us motivated to do better :)
So to show our appreciation, we are holding our "First blogoversary Giveaway!"The winner will get;

• Color studio professionals (PRO NAILS) Crackle polish "black"[REVIEW]
• Color studio professionals nail polish "Sun kissed"
  

Color studio professionals Crackle polish (black)

This is my first crackle polish.And i must say that the experience was not as bad as i thought it would be ;)For some reason i have not been a big fan of the whole crackle/shatter polish look.But my sister was adamant that i try this, so i got my self this one from colorstudio's Pro Nails line  at Dolmen Mall.They also have one in white as well.
Name:Pro Nails Crackle Polish "Black"
Brand: Color Studio Pro
Cost: Rs 350
Website:  http://www.colorstudiopro.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ColorStudioPK
Color Studio says:  

• Single application can create drama
• Be your own artist and trend setter.
• Directions: apply a single coat over dried out nails; finish it with super top coat for a fabulous crackle effect

Golden Rose Liquid Concealer in "02"

For the make up enthusiasts in Pakistan "Golden Rose" is not a new name.For a long time i thought that the lipsticks were the only thing available in the market but a few months back when i was on the look out for an affordable concealer for my sister,i encountered their counters with the full range of the brand at multiple places.So i decided to give their concealer a try.The color that i chose was "02" which has yellow undertones, suitable to my sisters complexion.

(NOTD) shade "52 by Glamorous face USA "Guest post by Maira Mushtaq"

Today we are entertaining our first guest blogger.A VERY good friend of mine "Maira Mushtaq". She is sharing with us a beautiful yellow nail of the day:)
Polish: "Shade g52 by Glamorous face USA"
Cost: Rs 60-80 (depending upon where you buy it from)
Availability: At most cosmetic stores in Karachi.
This polish is almost an exact dupe for the "Colorstudio professionals SUN KISSED".So if you are not ready to shell out Rs 250 for that you can always try this one (a lot cheaper)

e.l.f

Today i am going to review three products that are from the e.l.f regular line.I don't normally "impulse buy" where cosmetics are concerned but the price tag of Rs 170 reeled me in , i'm afraid :)I am quite impressed with some of the products from e.l.f studio line.So i decided to give their regular line a try by ordering  these three products.
E.l.f natural radiance blusher
E.l.f tone correcting concealer
E.l.f luscious Lipstick

EOTD (Olive Green)

This look was intended for a competition i took part in.But being a "likes" based event (on facebook) i don't have a big chance of winning ;) So instead i a posting it here as my "New year EOTD". Both colors used are from the Sleek Au naturale i divine palette.After looking at the pics i think i should have used a a 3rd color(crease , may be a brown)..... What do you think?
Anyways "Happy 2012". Wish all of you best of luck and 100% happiness for the coming new year :)

Favourite Make up products for 2011 :)

These are all the make up products that i have really loved using in 2011.Some i have repurchased or ordered again because they worked so well for my skin :)
Hair Care:

1)Pantene ProV conditioner(for dry hair)
2)Smooth n Shine Serum (works really great as a heat protectant)
3)Tresemme conditioning leave in creme

Freeman Superfruits Peel off mask

Freeman says;
"Superfruits provides antioxidant rich skin care to help combat the effects of stress, the environment and your fun not-so-healthy lifestyle.Powered by mega 8 complex which combines eight of the most powerful super fruits, Goji,Acai,Pomegranate,Mango,Mangosteen,Cranberry,Nioni,Blueberry to help purify,detoxify and sooth stresses skin.
Superfruits revealing peel off mask gently purges dirt and oil from skin while delivering superior nutrients.Fortifies and guards against five radicals and environmental stress."

EOTD (Twilight)

I saw someone on youtube doing this eye of the day.And i really liked it.I have tried to recreate it as close to the original as possible but due to lack of exact color matches (and my level of skill), it looks slightly different from the intended look.I guess mine turned out more smokey and dark.

Skin Care Routine in Winter

It was a bit nippy for the last week or so but (as usual) i was sweating buckets today.It seems like the last few months of the year the weather in my fair city turns into a complete air head,turning hot, than cold and hot again at random.As frustrating it is to choose a wardrobe for this merry go round,it gets even more exhausting to have a consistent skin care routine.
My skin which is oily/combination the rest of the year, turns dry around my T-zone. And when i say dry, i literally mean peeling dry flakes.Which is such a headache because no matter what you do, you cant seem to get rid of them.Putting make up on when your skin is not getting the moisture it needs is a BAD idea.Because your foundation will not blend properly (you end up looking like a complete mess).
Now (granted) i haven't been in a truly cold climate for a long time but over the years i have certainly come up with a skin care regimen that works for my skin during the "winter" in Karachi.

Sleek Makeup Au Natural i-Divine Palette(Review & EOTD)

This review has been a long time coming. I wanted to put it up almost a month back but for one reason or another i kept putting it off.At one point i had everything prepared ,the pics ,the review, all that was left was to post it.And than my camera malfunctioned (can you believe it! ) i lost all my pics :(

L'Oreal Color Riche Lipstick in "845 TAWNY"

My favorite make up look is always a dark eye and nude lips so i am always on the look out for good nude lipsticks.L'oreal and Revlon are my go to brands when it comes to nude colors.The "color Riche " line by L'oreal is really great.Not only are the lipsticks affordable,creamy,soft but they also bear well with the weather in Karachi,travel and general abuses of regular usage
I recently purchased this color.Its called "Tawny", no.845At first glance it appears to be a brownish nude color but when you swatch it, the color is much less pigmented and is sort of a light pinkish brown.Either way i really like to wear it on a daily basis.It doesn't wash out my lips (which can happen with some nude colors). It can also be worn over or under other colors for a more pigmented look.
If you are going to buy this from a Mall ,L'oreal counter or another such place than you might have to pay 600 to 800 Rs (just a guess,as i haven't confirmed).I got this from a local cosmetic counter,the shop owner had about 10-12 colors and was selling them for 450/piece.I got it for Rs 400.

NOTD Color studio pro nail polish in "electrique"

I have found my favorite blue for this season :) Thanks to color studio professionals.Its bright ,its shimmery and its all you need to brighten up your manicure.I got this from the color studio kiosk @ Dolmen Mall Tariq Road.They have added some beautiful new colors to their collection since the last time i was there.I paid Rs 250 for this.Worth every penny in my opinion.The polish is just the right consistency ,the brush is not bad either.But as this is a bright color i would warn you not to use it without a base coat or there is a good chance that you'll end up with yellow nails.
The girl at the counter told me that they are having a promotion that if you buy 3 nail polishes than you'll get a lip gloss for free.And the lip glosses from color studio cost around Rs 300+ (if i am  not mistaken). I am not sure if this offer is exclusive to Dolmen Mall Tariq Road or applicable every where.So if anyone is interested :)

NYX JUMBO EYE PENCIL in 604 "MILK"

This is one of those products that is a "must have" in any make up kit.I have been trying to get my hands on this since the first time i read about jumbo eye pencils.Even though these only cost about 4.50$ a piece on the nyx website and many other online sites have them on sale, they still cost anywhere from 600 - 800 Rs if you buy them in Pakistan.My reasoning behind getting this particular color was that i wanted to get the most versatile one of the lot.These pencils are available in a multitude of colors but in my mind the ones that everyone should own are "milk" and "black bean.

Eid ul Azha Mubarak :)

To all our blogger friends from Pakistan, our followers and all the muslim world,
Have a wonderful and happy Eid day tomorrow :)

e.l.f Studio Eye Brow KIt (Dark)

This is another product from my recent elf haul.I have been using it for two weeks now and i think i have finally formed a definite opinion about it.

REVLON LIP GLIDE(Sheerly strawberry 090)

This is one of my most favorite lip glosses.i know it is a discontinued product by Revlon.(But that is a mute point in Pakistan). You may still be able to find these at your local cosmetic stores(just don't go to Naheed or Agha's looking for these....lolz)

Elf Cream Liner (Black)

ELF STUDIO CREAM EYE LINER:

NOTD

Brand: Color studio professionals
Name:Sky Blue
Quantity: 11ml
Website: www.colorstudiopro.com
Cost: Rs 250
No. of coats: Three

POND'S MOISTURIZING COLD CREAM:

Pond's is a familiar name in Pakistan.For as long as i remember , we've always used one product or another from Ponds.So when we decided to go to Quetta this year ,i chose "Ponds moisturizing cold cream" as my primary moisturizer.

OLAY "AGE DEFYING" revitalizing eye gel

Eye creams are an undeniable necessity when it comes to a balanced beauty regimen.But they are the biggest hassle as well;) They are expensive enough to give the most adventurous shopaholics a pause and the product is in such a small quantity that at times it hardly lasts for a few months.
I must admit that for a long time i didn't think i needed an eye cream , instead i was content to use my night cream as a substitute.(that didn't work out so well). the skin around my eyes has always been very delicate and i was starting to worry about wrinkles, (because no matter what you do ,you are inevitably going to tug your eyes while applying or cleaning make up)The first product that i have been trying out is the "olay age defying revitalizing eye gel".

Haul post :)

I had ordered a few things a while back and today i got everything. so i am pretty excited.Since i was away for two months or so, i haven't   jumped on the "elf" band wagon yet :) Got some stuff from elf and also the new sleek "Au naturale" palette(which i am really looking forward to using)
Here is my new haul :

NOTD

We went to the mall few days back and i saw this "color studio professional" stall there.I am not familiar with the brand but the nail polishes looked really pretty so i got my self two.I really like both the polishes.The colors are funky.Apply really smooth.Dry fast.The thing i appreciated was that the color even though very bright ,easily comes off with nail polish remover.You don't have to spend an eternity trying to rub it off your nails.The brush as usual is the point of contention.A bit too wide for my tastes.
These are the pics of the green one i got.It is called "Mojito".

We are back

Hello everyone :)
We are back. FINALLY!! Sorry for the long delay. But with ramzan, Eid and my brother's wedding, time sort of got away from us. So lots to talk about:)
We have been trying lots of new stuff and cant wait to share all of the experiences we've had in the last two months or so.
Where to begin...
Quetta is always lots of fun.Home town , relatives ,old friends.What's not to like?But i must say , Ramzan in Quetta is a dull afair.The markets close early in Ramzan (have you heard of a bigger atrocity).No chand raat fun like Karachi (as our village is too far from the city and the law n order situation is sort of precarious right now).But Eid was great. Got to meet a lot of family members we hadn't seen in a year.Hung out with cousins.(Talked make up & clothes all night)

                                       Lots of flowers in our garden this year from all the rain fall.