Showing posts with label MAC. Show all posts
Showing posts with label MAC. Show all posts

Thursday, March 30, 2017

Makeup Edit | MAC Middle East 25% off Haul

Hey Beauties!

I hope you are doing well.

Ofcourse you will be after all the hoarding and impulsive buying we did at the MAC 25% time.

Anybody? No one? Only me? Okay

So at the end of Feburary the news came out as a joke of MAC having a 25% off on Feb 29,30,31.

MAC actually turned it true and offered us 25% of on all products online and in stores for 10days.

It was an amazing day of my life and I couldnt be happier as MAC never ever never everneverever goes on sale. But when MAC was kind enough to do so we also had to show generosity and love we have for the brand.





After the confirmation of the news I called up my BFF (I always do that) and gave her the news. I was back from Pakistan recently and had to go and meet her. I went to her place and we decided to visit MAC store afterwards.

As planned we went to the store on Tahliyah at Najooud Center and was a little disappointed to see no one there. For a moment I was confused as if it was even true or we will be making a fool of our selves but the store displays helped.

So we started swatching a few items and recalling the products I wanted from MAC. I initially went to pick MAC Lipsticks in Sin or Diva, Girls About Town and Flat out Fabulous. I didnt liked how the lipsticks swatched for some reason.

So I moved to the foundation side and tried out a couple of different ones and concealers. Not impressed by anything I moved to the sales lady and asked her if they had MAC blending brush in 224, which was out of stock.












I gave up and was helping my friend pick a few things when I saw the MAC Prep+Prime Highlighter pen, I instantly knew I want the shade Light boost so I picked it. While going to the counter I saw MAC Mineralized Skin Finish in Soft and Gentle and wanted to swatch it. I loved how buttery it felt and knowing it was a cult favorite for all skin tones, I picked that too. (Because my Becca Champagne pop broke so I had to have a new highlighter)

Now with the two purchases I was really motivated to find the MAC 224 brush. Visiting different stores for it I tried the new MAC Shadescents and didnt like them at all.

Later on, when I reached home my Abaya, clothes and my whole room was smelling so good which made me recall what I tried on. I realized that it was Shadescent in Cream D' Nude.

So a few days after I went to the mall for some work (Yes, I visit malls for work), I went to the MAC store tried the scent again and finally bought it with a Mariah Carey Limited Edition Lipstick in shade All I want. Now the lipstick was an impulse buy because of its beautiful packaging and me being a collector. ( I regret this so much)




On a another visit to pick a few gym clothes I again ended up on MAC store and seeing people buying alot of stuff this time I gave up the resistance and picked everything I didnt really needed.

I picked Studio Sclupt foundation in shade NC20 because I really wanted to try a MAC foundation from like forever. To go with it I also bought the Pro Long Wear concealer in shade NC20 , because I needed a full coverage concealer. I also picked eye brush in 217 for blending and a DUO lash glue as I lost my previous one.

TBH, I am still regretting the purchases because I didnt really needed anything but you know what #YOLO

I dont see myself picking up anything else anytime soon (I hope so) but if I do ofcourse you will have another Makeup Edit post. Till then Take care.

PS: I need a rehab

*Saying while regretting not buying a back up of Fix+, Paint pot in Soft Ochre, Strobe Cream, 100 more lipsticks which I dont require, Volcano Exfoliator, setting powder, blush, hoping for another sale, brushes and much more...*




What did you haul on??
row-of-hearts

Sunday, November 29, 2015

Fall Beauty Swaps | Winterizing your makeup look


Hey Gorgeous!

Its that time of the year again where I swap some of my daily makeup products with fall shades to winterize my makeup look. I dont wear makeup on daily basis but I carry a basic makeup bag with me, just in case if I have any urgent meeting or plans.



Fall skin is all about a beautiful glow so lets put our matte or powder foundations on side & opt for some beautiful dewy finishes. I will be swapping my UD powder foundation with my Dior Nude Air Serum foundation for a radiant look.



For brows I will be swapping my Rimmel Professional Eyebrow Pencil 002 Hazel with 001 Dark Brown.
And I will also go to the store & check if they have another darker shade in Brow This Way Kit otherwise 002 Medium Brown is also fine.




I will be swapping my all time favorite H&M Dipliner with Bourjois Contour Clubbing Waterproof pencil in ultra black. Its creamy enough to give you a beautiful line but its smudge proof & stays put for long time. Its also great for the season's eye liner trend: encircled eyeliner
For completing this eyeliner look, some thick lashes are great so I will be using my Bourjois Max Volume mascara.



I will swap my NYX Jumbo Pencil in Milkshake with 605 Strawberry Milk.



For my lips I am swapping my MAC Please Me with NYX Butter Gloss in Trimisu & MAC Whirl for daytime. For nights I am loving MAC Rebel.



I am gonna put away my H&M blusher in Sweet Rose & carry my Benetint with me. Also for some extra color I have picked a new NYX cream blush in CB09 Orange. I am looking for a new berry shade cream blusher. (Leave your suggestions below)



Swapped my MAC MSF in Refresh with my Guerlain Terracotta bronzer for adding some warmth to my look.




How are you swaping yur makeup?
row-of-hearts

Sunday, November 15, 2015

MACaholic | MAC Wash & Dry collection 2015



Hello Beauties!

We all know that I am a MAC hoarder & pretty packaging always makes me go gaga.
Then how could have I missed this collection from MAC?

This collection was one of summer 2015 collections by MAC & came out online in May but it was in Jeddah stores in August. This one was a big collection with bronzers, highlighters, blushers, eye shadows, eye pencils, eye brow products, lipsticks, glosses etc.

There were a few regular products with special packaging & some of the shades were limited edition. I was passing through the store & I saw the colorful display, after that we all know what happened. I picked total 4 products including my first limited edition brush.



MAC lipstick in  Morange:
I wanted to pick this shade in last year summers as orange lips were in. this shade is described as vivid bright orange color with an Amplified finish. Its a bold bright orange with warm red undertones & very very fine orange shimmer to it. This color is a regular shade but it was in a limited edition packaging so I finally picked it.



MAC Freshen Up Highlight powder:
A beautiful coral to neutral highlight powder. After mixing it together it gives a bright peachy tangerine warm tone with a very fine shimmery finish look. I also noticed that most of the sheen on the surface is an over-spray which is gone after first swatch. Its a tri colored powder that will make a good highlight for darker skin tone but just a blush for fair complexion. Any ways i picked it since the packaging was worth it.




MAC blusher in Hipness:
I went back 2nd day to pick this blusher because I dont know why I didnt pick on the first visit. Its a very pretty coral pink color with warm undertones to it. It has matte finish with good color payoff, soft & thin texture. The formula isnt powdery but I find it a lil difficult to blend on skin as it seems to stick on certain areas. But I absolutely love how it looks after application & I'm happy that I picked it.




MAC 125SE split fiber dense face brush:
This is the product I was really excited to try & I'm really really happy that I picked it. Its a widened, face brush with two distinct sides - natural fibers & synthetic fibers. I found it really different, had my eyes on it & its not available regularly so I immediately picked it.

So, the idea behind combining these two is that natural fibers give a very soft-defused look while the synthetic bristle fuse the color on the skin. This brush can be used with both; powder & cream products. It is flat at the top which makes it a really good brush for contouring as it will get into the hollows of your cheek.

I use it every time & I love the results.



Have you tried any product out of this collection?

Saturday, November 7, 2015

October Favorites 2015


Dear Beauties!


We are already in November, thats like 2nd last month of the year, nearly end of 2015!

 This month has been quite a good one for me in terms of beauty. I have discovered a few new favorites that I'm absolutely in love with & I'm excited to share them with you along some of other things.



To start off with I have been loving MAC Fix+ mist the most. Its been such a treat for my face & makeup routine. I love how it makes my skin look so radiant, hydrated & smooth. I picked it from the limited edition Fix+ collection & it smells like lavender which is just a very relaxing scent. I love to use it for my daily makeup, party makeup & sometimes itself for a beautiful skin. Read more here.



I love to try out different products & while that I cam across this Boots Cucumber Whitening Moisturizing day cream. I love how it moisturized my skin very well & makes it soft. This cream is an essential part of my every day morning routine. It doesnt make my skin oily & its very effective in removing that dull look from your face. Read more here.



As all my readers & followers know that I love lipsticks & I have been trying out many liquid lipsticks since they came out. So recently, I tried these MUA Luxe Liquid lipsticks on a recommendation from a friend as she mentioned that they are really good dupe of limecrime. Well I will not say that they are exact dupe but if you are looking for something that is easy on pocket then yes definitely a good option. Read more here.


So I had this perfect croptop which I loved wearing during this month. I picked in my recent fashion haul from Cache Cache. Its in my favorite combo of B&W stripes with cobalt blue sequence.  Check out the complete look I have put together here. 



My this favorite isnt a beauty or fashion product but my all time favorite candle from Bath & Body works in Pumpkin Heirloom. I love the warm scent of pumpkin in my room while having a cup of coffee & reading some good book. I have used it really carefully as this isnt available throughout the year. BBW candles are my favorite & i always end up picking 3 to 4 during my every visit.




What have been your favorites for the month?


Stay Beautiful!
xoxo
A

Tuesday, October 20, 2015

MACaholic | MAC Fix+ spray (Limited Edition)


Hey Beauties!

I'm here again with another fab product review from my favorite beauty brand. Today we are talking about MAC Fix+ spray & see if its worth all the hype or no.

Let me burst your bubble. NO! its not a setting spray. 

 This product is often considered to be something which sets your makeup, but its NOT a setting spray. Instead its a very versatile perp, prime, finishing & refreshing spray. This product can be used in many different ways with your makeup which I will cover in another post.

So you guys must be wondering that what this spray is?
Well its a mist which acts as a bonding agent for your makeup, keeps it fresh & gives you a beautiful natural finish. Its basically designed to smoothen your skin, foundation & makeup texture. It does help your makeup stay longer but it doesn't set it.





This product is great for those having dry or dehydrated skin. The spray comes out in an equal mist on your face with every pump, not like a straight liquid on your face. I mostly use it under my foundation & after my moisturizer. I spray about 2-3 spritz & let it dry before applying my foundation. It does keep my skin smoother, fresh, makes my foundation last longer & gives it a very beautiful finish.

I have been wanting to try it since very long but always skipped it telling myself that I dont really need it. I'm glad that I did that because I finally picked it in limited edition lavender fragrance which smells ahmazing!. MAC limited editions are always a Yasss! for me & I love it if I get the regular shades or products in special packaging/fragrance.





I have been using it under my foundation, I tried it with Revlon Airbrush Photoready foundation, Dior Nude Air Serum Tint & Urban Decay Naked Ultra definition foundation. It works great under all of these especially it gives a beautiful look to my powder foundation. It really helps to smoothen that cakey foundation look on your face & I feel it helps in controlling the oil. This doesnt feel thick or sticky on my skin & it actually helps in reducing the pores. It preps & primes my skin for a flawless foundation & makeup application.

So, overall its a very versatile product that has many uses beside making your foundations look flawless. I will highly recommend you all to pick yours & I can see myself going through it like a candy. It has become a must have in my makeup routine & I would definitely repurchase. I purchased the limited edition for 112SAR which is really good. If you have not tried it then you are missing on life. Go, grab yours now!

Stay Gorgeous Girls!
xoxo
A
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