Category Archives: Makeup

How to Make Your Face Look Thinner with Makeup? – 3 Easy Steps

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Hello Everyone!

Many of us feel our face is much broader than what we prefer and we feel there is no way out of it. But hey! When there is will, there is definitely a way! And so the art of contouring was invented.

What you will need for it? Well it depends on what products you want to use for the contouring. If you are to use a cream product it’s best to use your fingers and if you want to use a powder then you can use a brush. So we will mention each way separately.

 

Contouring Face with Concealer or Cream Bronzer:

Step 1:

Apply foundation on you face and do your usual makeup. Before applying the setting powder follow these steps. We can do the contouring using two types of products bronzers or concealers (in two shades darker than your natural skin tone)

Step 2:

Take a concealer in two shades darker than your skin tone or a cream or stick bronzer and take a bit of the product on the tip of the fingers. Now make your face into a fish face as in the picture.

Now though contouring is different in each face type and shape usually the contouring should start from the area on your cheek which is parallel to the mid portion of your ears (the part right under your natural cheek bone). Take the finger and slightly apply the bronzer from the cheek towards the mouth. Apply small portions and amounts and apply according to your preferences.

Step 3:

Top with a light layer of face powder or setting powder.

Contouring Face with Compact or Powder Bronzer:

Step 1:

Apply foundation on you face and do your usual makeup. Before applying the setting powder follow these steps. We can do the contouring using two types of products Bronzers or compact (in two shades darker than your natural skin tone)

Step 2:

Take an angled blush brush/an angled bronzing brush and take a small amount of product on the brush. Now contouring should start from the area on your cheek which is parallel to the mid portion of your ears (the part right under your natural cheek bone . Take the brush and apply the bronzer from the cheek towards the mouth. Apply small portions and amounts and apply according to your preferences.

Step 3:

If you feel there are prominent lines or that you want to tone down the effect then use a fluffy face brush or a kabuki brush to soften the area with light strokes. And you are done.

Now why we have suggested face powder and concealer is that it’s quite hard to find a good contouring powder or bronzer which is matte so this will do the trick on an everyday basis.

 

How to Apply Liquid Eyeliner The Right Way?: 4 Steps

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Hi Everyone!

Eyes are the mirrors of the soul and we Indians love to exaggerate our eyes to make it the center of attraction. All women want beautiful eyes which make their face glow. A good eye makeup is necessary to make you look good and presentable. And good eye makeup starts with applying the eyeliner in the correct manner.


Whilst talking of eyeliners we now have many types of eyeliners and gone are the days when there were only liquid liners in boring black. Today black liquid liner is facing tremendous competition from it’s colored and glittery versions. So it’s even more needed that one knows the right procedure to apply it . There are many new styles awaiting you so let’s start with the four step picture tutorial on how one should apply eyeliners:.


Step 1 : Cleansing

Clean your face and remove any trace of oil or previous makeup. Then follow up with your usual makeup routine. Some may prefer to do the eyes beforehand (Like me) but some prefer to do it afterwards so it’s up to you to decide. Nevertheless apply primer on lids/ concealer or base if you have pigmented or dark lids. Apply the base on the eye lids and wait for a few moments.

 

Step 2 : Set with a Compact

Now apply a small dusting of your compact of translucent powder to set the base and to keep oily lids at bay.

 

Step 3 : Eye Shadow Stencil

Liquid liners are less forgiving than its pencil and gel counterparts and so it’s best to use a guideline to apply the liquid liners at first. So what you can do is take eye shadow (keep it close to the liner color) on an angled liner brush and line the eyes keeping it as close to the lashes as possible. This is your stencil/guide for the liner and now when you are happy with the result of the eye shadow liner move on to the next step.

 

Step 4 : Line Your Eyes

Take a liquid liner wand with a smooth and thin brush and with slow hands follow the eye shadow guideline you have applied earlier. Applying it over the eye shadow will help it stay longer and will also help you to make minimum mistakes. Keep your palm rested on the cheekbone and tilt your head backwards in front of the mirror for a smooth application. After you are done with lining take a small Q tip dipped in makeup remover to erase the mistakes, if any.

After some time you will become habituated and will be able to draw liquid liners without the help of the guide; But the eye shadow guide helps you even when you are trying new styles or difficult flicks so I hope you will like it.

 

Top 5 Must Have Beauty Products Below Rs.200

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Hi ladies,

Hope all are doing great. When we get ready to go out, we feel fresh and beautiful but after few hours our skin tends to lose the glow and freshness. So today let’s see how to keep the dullness at bay using inexpensive products. Find below the top 5 must have beauty products available in India. Wherever we may go to the theater, shopping mall, visit to out relatives/ friends’ place or even to office, the below listed items will help us look our best through the day. Just walk towards the washroom and within 5 minutes your freshness will be back.

Don’t forget to read the 5 Must Have Beauty Products Under Rs.100 by Chand 🙂

Garnier BB Cream – Rs.99


This is one of the incredible products that can instantly give a glow to your skin. Smoothen this on your cleansed face and you are ready to go. With so many beneficial ingredients, your skin will love to use it on a daily basis.

Kara Cleansing Wet Wipes – Rs.80

I would call this a life saver or probably a “face saver” lol 🙂 Zip a tissue and wipe your face. Splash some water and dab with a dry tissue.. As simple as that. Sometimes I even remove my eye makeup completely with these wipes and redo my eye makeup for the “freshly applied” look. But be careful, few may have irritation when used on the eyes so do a small trial at home.

Lakme Perfect Radiance Compact – Rs.160

A compact is a must for this summer. Even the driest of the skin tend to turn a little greasy. A compact can do wonders. Apply this on top of the Garneir BB cream for a shine free face. I have had great experience with this compact. Also it doesn’t create a hole in your pocket.

Maybelline Newyork Colossal Kajal – Rs.150

We know that this is the most happening kajal in town. Swipe onto your waterline to make your eyes impressive. You can also apply this below your waterline to create a kohl look.

Elle18 Lipstick – Rs.99

This is a great lipstick for daily wear. Though the wear time is moderate, it provides hydration to the lips. You don’t even require a lip balm underneath. The color selection range is very wide and they are easy for touch ups. If you are blessed with natural pink lips, just carry a lip balm. Either a moisturizing lipstick or a lip balm is very essential in our bag.

Hope the above helped. Apart from these you can carry a blush, facial mist, eyebrow pencil, etc depending on the size of your handbag.

See you all in another article soon. Till then stay fit and stay beautiful 🙂