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Perfect eyebrows to match your face shape


This video deals with one of my favorite topics. For many years I have wondered what shape of eyebrows would best suit my face shape and frame my face. Eyebrows can be so versatile and fun to experiment with. What is your face shape and what eyebrow shapes do you have? Please also read my post on Perfect Eyebrows For Every Face Shape .

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Make-up Trend: Magenta Lips

In the pages of the latest issue of Filmfare, Shraddha Kapoor made a fittingly bold statement with magenta pink lipstick. Skintone is key when selecting a punchy shade—what may look clownish on someone can be just right on someone else. Always try lipstick on your lips—not the back of your hand—and remember to account for the natural pigment of your mouth, which can shift a lipstick formula a few shades in either direction.

Rec: NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Damned

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Katrina Kaif's Hair & Beauty Must-Haves

Katrina's Must Haves:


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Make-up Trend: Maroon-Burgundy Nail Polish


Funky new nail polish shades are always fun, but there is something to be said about returning to classic, flawless hues. Take Freida Pinto's burgundy tone at the amFAR Cinema Against Aids Gala at Cannes. The shimmery gold cocktail dress was sweet with an edge and the dark burgundy went perfectly with the tones of the dress. The reddish jewels picked up the gold in the dress and the clutch beautifully.

Rec: Sephora By O.P.I Nail Color in What's Your Point-settia?

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How to contour your face and look 10 lbs skinnier


Welcome back to another video. How many of you have had days where you just wish your face weren't so bloated? Well, I certainly do almost everyday. Contouring has been a necessity for me because of my face shape and it really dramatically transforms your face. Here is my preferred method to contour your face, cheeks and nose. It literally makes me look like I shed 10 lbs.

Products Used:

MAC 269 brush
MAC 219 brush
Coastal Scents C 108 flat bronzer brush
Stila #9 brush
NARS Laguna bronzer
Urban Decay Naked Palette in Buck
NYC Color Wheel Mosaic Face Powder

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5 ways to make eye shadow stay on all day

I have collected over the years 5 ways to make your eyeshadow stay. These tricks are easy and they work. This has been a very expensive question for me as I have spent an ample amount of time and money to find the best way to keep my eye shadow from creasing and fading for years. After many trials and errors, I can finally say that I barely have any trouble keeping my eye shadow on. Let me share with you my secrets and hope all of you will no longer experience this cosmetic hassle.



1. Prepare a clean oil free base

Create a clean base for your eyeshadow to adhere to. This means having a clean and moisturized skin. Also powder your eyelid area to absorb the excess oil before applying eyeshadow.

2. Use an eyeshadow primer

Using an eyeshadow primer can not only prevent creasing and fading of the eyeshadow but also increase the intensity of the eyeshadow. My favourite high end primer is the Urban Decay Primer Potion and my favourite low end primer is the Elf eyeshadow primer for a fraction of the price. You can also substitute a primer with a good concealer.

3. Use a cream eyeshadow base

Another option is to use a cream eyeshadow base that has almost the same color as your eyeshadow. This allows the powder eyeshadow to adhere to the cream eyeshadow and also makes the eyeshadow appear highly pigmented.

4. Wet your eyeshadow

Using your eyeshadow wet will not only intensify the look but also prolong the wear of the eyeshadow. I like to spray the eyeshadow brush with a fine mist of water or contact lens solution and then dip the brush into the eyeshadow. Do not spray too much liquid or it will not only mess up the eyeshadow in the pan but also your eyeshadow look.

5. Spray water or makeup setting fix

Set your eyeshadow with mineral water, water or a makeup fix like MAC fix plus. This also gives a dewy finish to your skin.


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Make-up Trend: Coral-Orange Lips

Orange lipstick may sound frightful, but one glance at Sonam Kapoor at the Chopard Party at Cannes will change your mind. Thanks to coral undertones, the shade isn't harsh or garish, and it feels playful when contrasted with a white dress. If you're experimenting with a new hue, top it with a swipe of gloss. The added shine is more forgiving than a strict matte finish.

Rec: L'oreal Color Riche Lipcolor in Volcano

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Sonam Kapoor's Cannes 2011 Make-up Breakdown (Face Chart) & Backstage Pics


Sonam's makeup was inspired by David Bowie, highlights on the eyes. The eyelids are dresses in a copper-burgundy and gold mix. joined by a line of black eyeliner. You get a totally feline look. To soften it up a bit, choose a fairly mellow bronzing blush for the hollow of the cheeks and a gold nude for the mouth. The result is a glamorous, feminine and very sensual look.

Sonam getting ready for her debut at Cannes 2011!

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Sonam Kapoor Cannes 2011 Day 5 Make-up

Her hair was styled in an updo with a curly bouffant top.

Her enchanting smoky eye makeup, by the L'Oreal France makeup artist Rie Omoto, included L'Or, L'Or, L'Or gold eyeshadow and highlighter riding right upto her thick and arched eyebrows; and silver eyeshadow on the inner corners of the eyes and under the lower lashes.

The look accentuated and emphasized her chiseled features rather than the color itself.  Nude lip gloss, fuchsia blush and gun metal nail polish rounded her mesmerizing looks.  Explaining the use of gold, Rie said, "Gold is a transformational color that can take a woman from day to night and back again by simple adjustments in its application and blending."

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How to get Perfectly Natural and Defined Hollywood Celebrity Eyebrows


Here is my take on how to achieve perfect hollywood eyebrows. Although I used quite a few items, it does make a big difference in the end. Hope you all enjoy this video.

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Aishwarya Rai Cannes 2011 Day 2 Make-up Breakdown (Face Chart)


"A duo of blue and gold eye shadow highlights her incredible eyes and enhances her Giorgio Armani Prive sheath. A touch of color is all her mouth and cheeks need." Karim Rahman

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Aishwarya Rai Cannes 2011 Day 1 Make-up Breakdown (Face Chart)

"Piercing eyes, highlighted with lovely gradation on her eyelids and enhanced with plenty of mascara." Karim Rahman

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Aishwarya, Freida & Sonam's Looks at Cannes 2011

 L'Or L'Or L'Or Look # 1

  L'Or L'Or L'Or Look # 2

 L'Or L'Or L'Or Look # 3

 L'Or L'Or L'Or Look # 4

Actors Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Sonam Kapoor and Freida Pinto will be given new looks by internationally renowned make-up artists as they walk the Cannes Red Carpet this year. From May 11-22, L’Oréal Paris, official make-up artist of the Festival for 14 years, will introduce its first dream team of three make-up artists: Karim Rahman, Billy B and Rie Omoto.

They have created the new ‘L’Or L’Or L’Or’ make-up Collection especially for Cannes, which will be used to design exclusive make-up looks for all the spokeswomen present at the Festival including Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Sonam Kapoor and Freida Pinto.  Aishwarya will be sporting interpretations of the ‘L’Or L’Or L’Or’, look by Karim Rahman as she walks the red carpet with Aimee Mullins, Gong Li and Ines de la Fressange on Wednesday.

“Gold is something that inspires me to create an opulent, luxurious, bold make-up look. This is the perfect theme for Cannes and perfect for the strong personalities of the L’Oréal Paris spokeswomen. I want to bring out all their radiant, luminous sensuality,” said Rahman.

Rie Omoto will be creating the L’Or, L’Or, L’Or, look for Sonam Kapoor using gold to highlight, accentuate and emphasize the actor’s features rather than the color itself. Sonam will be walking the red carpet on May 15 with Fan Bing Bing. Rie Omoto said, “Gold is a transformational color that can take a woman from day to night and back again by simple adjustments in its application and blending.”  Freida Pinto’s ‘L’Or, L’Or, L’Or’ look created by Billy B will reflect her radiant beauty as she attends the amfAR dinner and after party on May 19. “Gold is flattering; it reflects light beautifully and makes you immediately luminous and radiant. Gold can be and really should be considered a Classic like the famous and timeless Little Black Dress,” said Billy.

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Smoky, Purple Eye Shadow

A smoky eye doesn't always have to be black and gray. Take Shraddha's version on the cover of Adorn Magazine. A dash of black shadow pulled across the lid and upwards at the corner is innocent with just a touch of vamp. An allover wash of bluish-purple finishes the dark but striking look. FInish the look off with highlighting your inner corners and brow bone with a pearly white shadow.

Rec: Tarina Tarantino Floriculture Palette

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Urban Decay Naked Palette Review- One of the best eyeshadow palettes

The most hyped palette at the moment would have to be the Urban Decay Naked Palette. It has been so popular that Sephora has been out of stock for months. The question is...is this an over hyped palette or does it really deserve its fame. I will provide an in depth review on this palette based on my two months experience with it. Enjoy!


Overview:

Suitable for: Very universal. Great for anyone who loves neutrals.

Pigmentation: Excellent. Some darker shades are more pigmented than others.

Price: Reasonable, great for what you are getting which is 12 gorgeous shades.

Versatility: Endless possibilities. Each eyeshadow can be used to create either a natural barely there look or a sultry smokey look.

Staying power: Very good alone and excellent with a primer. I find that it stays put better when used with a primer and a coloured or nude base rather than a primer alone.

Blendability: The smooth velvety texture allows room for blending for a seamless finish. However, too much blending may cause some sparkles to wear off and can result in a little bit of muddiness.

Texture: The texture is satin smooth and velvety. None of the shades are powdery or extra soft, which helps to minimize fallout.

Packaging: Sturdy suede expensive feeling palette with great portability. Comes with a large mirror inside the palette and a slot for the eyeshadow brush they provided. I like to pop in a dual ended eyeshadow brush so that all I need is one brush for the entire eyeshadow look.



Review of the 12 shades:
How to use each shade for best results


Virgin (nude satin)
This satin finish eyeshadow is best used for highlighting under the brow bone or for brightening those inner tear ducts. I also use it down the centre my nose to highlight and on the cupid`s bow above my lips. 

Sin (champagne shimmer)

A truly versatile color that can be used all over the lid for a sheer wash of color, creating a brightening look. It can also be used as a brow highlight color if you do not want too large of a contrast between the eyelid color and brow color. 

Naked (buff matte)

A very nude and muted color that will probably not show up on more tanned complexion. This color can be used to even out the eyelid for a very subtle, natural look that will look great with a Marilyn Monroe red lip. I also use it to blend the harsh edges of any smokey eye. 

Sidecar (beige sparkle)

One of the more sparkly colors with chunks of sparkle. However, the sparkles really do make this eyeshadow unique and perfect for the inner portion of the eyelid which will drawn light to your eyes in photography. This may not be the best choice for inner tear ducts however due to the rather chunky glitters. 

Buck (brown matte)

Truly one of my favourite colors because it is a staple and it is multifunctional. I use it in my crease to create a natural and believable contour on my asian lids. I have also discovered that it is perfect for contouring the nose. The color isn`t orange like some other contouring powder and creates a natural soft contour when blended with a fluffy brush. 

Half Baked (bronze)

One of my favourite shades. This is a true golden bronze color great on any complexion. Use this all over the lid or with a gorgeous smokey golden brown eye. If you have darker complexion, this may also work on the inner corner of the eyes if you find white or silver eyeshadows too harsh.



Smog (golden brown shimmer)
A darker bronze color that is multidimensional and very pigmented. I use it with half baked to create the perfect bronze smokey look. Paired with a matte bronzer and nude lipgloss, this combination spells "B-r-o-n-z-e G-o-d-d-e-s-s". 

Darkhorse (bronze-plum shimmer)

I use this to darken the other corner of the eyes to create depth and contour. This can also be used wet as an eyeliner or smudged along the lower lashline, giving a non-raccoon eyed effect.

Toasted (taupe-bronze)

Similar to Mac's infamous satin taupe but with more bronze. Love this as an everyday all over color because the shadow changes color under different lighting. No worries, it does look flattery under any light. 

Hustle (mocha shimmer)

A gorgeous dark brown color that is perfect for defining the crease or along the upper and lower lashline as an eyeliner. This color can be worn alone as an eyeliner when you wet it with either mixing medium, contact lens solution or water. 

Creep (near-black metallic)

This unusual color is not your true jet black but can be used for more subtle smokey black eyes or for upper and lower lashline. The bits of glitter in the shadow draws light to your eyes and gives the eyeshadow dimension and life. 

Gunmetal (dark grey metallic)

This dark grey shadow does have pronounced silver sparkles in it. However, this can look gorgeous paired with a matte black eyeshadow for a smokey gray eye. Because this shadow is quite dramatic, I also like to wear this eyeshadow along with with Buck in the crease to soften the look. 

Final Verdict: This palette is worth every penny. To find out how to make your Urban Decay look last for 12 hours and read my post on 5 Ways to Make Your Eyeshadow Stay Put .


Alternative drug store dupe: NYX Nude on Nude Palette




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