The Actual Lip Liner Kylie Jenner Uses

Kylie has stolen the beauty craze with all the trends she's setting. From what lip liner she's using to what bronzer she contours in. She is the largest makeup trend setter this year! 

I love her style of makeup it's definition on your faces focal points: lips, eyes, and cheekbones. So I've been searching for months for the perfect shade to match her "popular" lip liner look and I believe I have found THE ONE! 

I researched more on what it's the exact liner she uses, and Kim Kardashian has spoken out and has said she's seen Kylie go between MAC Soar and MAC Spice. She lines and fills in her lips and leaves it at that. 

I didn't think soar was the color because it seemed so pink but then I tried it out and boy! Did it look like her lips were on my face! Lol it's literally the exact shade!!! I'm soooo happy now 😃😃

Here are a few swatches 

Most Used Beauty Products of Summer 2014

Summer is nearly over and its so sad because Canadian summers are seriously so short:( My summer this year was spent with friends and family and lots and lots of shisha ;) I'm lebanese I can't help it LOL. As for my makeup this summer, it was kept neutral surprisingly, I'm usually on the bright track when the sun is out. So my most used beauty products this summer were...

MAC Malt
Its a neutral mauve-y eyeshadow and I would just dust it all over my lid using a MAC 217 brush

L'oreal Liquid Liner
Its the original liner, its a brush tip lasts long and doesn't smudge out as much as the newer versions.

Benefit Dallas Blush
Obsessed over this blush, I use it more of a bronzer and lightly contour. But I hit pan on it so quick, literally...i can't even... #whitegirltalk



L'Oreal Butterfly Effect Mascara
This is a new product of L'Oreal and I liked it, it does give the "butterfly" effect but you have to focus on the application of it and apply it properly or else you won't get that well of a butterfly effect. Overall, satisfied with the product.

These were my most used beauty products this summer, what were yours?

-Yara

Tarte Maracuja Creasless Concealer

Hey guys,

Ok yes I've been gone for way too long and it's because of finals and so much going on. 

December is always a overwhelming month mostly because it's finals and cramming in all the assignments due and studying nonstop. 

But during the month of November I purchased a new concealer from tarte. And I have been testing it out for the past weeks. So far I love it, it covers my under eye fully and wears all day. Like I was surprised it stayed on throughout the entire day so I was happy with that. It says it's cress less but it's not, it creases so you have to set it with a translucent powder. 

I don't like the under eye to be dewy or shiny so I set it with a translucent powder to give it the matte effect. I apply this with a concealer brush from Sephora, it's from their professional line, it's the airbrush concealer. 

I love the brush it's worth the money and apples the concealer smoothly and flawlessly. When the sephora lady tried the product on me I had to buy the brush as we'll. Applying concealer it's best with a brush because the eye is so sensitive you don't want to pull and drag the product in that area. Best to buy a fluffy concealer brush to buff it in flawlessly. 

I give this product a 7.5/10 :) 

More reviews on the way! 

Hearts, 

Yara 

YSL Dessin Des Levres Lip Liner in 08 Review

Happy Monday Lovelies,

Because its Monday and its a gloomy chilly Monday here in Toronto I would love to share with you my luxurious baby. YSL is my all time favourite luxurious brand, everything in their makeup line is just so majestic. I wish I can afford all YSL products but I'm a student and boohoo :(

I decided to invest in a lip liner because lip liners are very useful, you can use them as a lip liner
(obviously) or as lipstick. It last super long at least for me it lasts about 4 hours without reapplying, and it has a smooth texture. The colour payoff is so true and very pigmented and applies flawlessly.

                                      

                                    

Take your time with makeup its all about quality, so investing in some expensive items are worth it but only if your research it properly. Don't just splurge on the name buy it with reasoning and worth. Before I buy an expensive item I read reviews and I'd go ask the makeup clerk about the product.

So think before you spend!

Hearts,
Yara

John Frieda Frizz- Ease Sheer Solution Review

Calling all you Curly haired girls,

This product is for you and i mean it! If you are in the category of wavy/ curly hair then this is the product you need! It decreases the Frizz instantly and leaves off a smoooooooth finish.

Its a 2 part solution where you have to mix it up and then apply 10 drops into your palm and apply to the ends of your damp hair, depending on the length and thickness you may need more or less. This product is just pure amaze-balls like i have thick curly hair and apply this after i shower and let it air dry and i come out with smooth tamed curls/waves. It works like a curl diffuser i guess... LOL either way it leaves your curls proper!

Its very inexpensive compared to the higher brands obviously but for this product its a great price, its around $13? You can find it anywhere thats for sure, I've always loved John Frieda's hair products they work so well and he is very well known for his Frizz line.

Try it out and you won't be disappointed :)


Hearts,
Yara

Friday Favourites

Happy Friday!!!

Favourite Metallic Pair Up

Favourite Mani 

Favourite Makeup Case 

Favourite Quote 

Easy Subtle Smokey Eye

Hey Guys,

Today's look i tried out a very subtle smokey eye look thats super easy and wearable during the day and can be transformable to a night time look! I'm going to be focusing on the day time look for this post"

1. Apply an all over wash of the desired colour you want, i did a simple light shimmery colour from MAC called Naked Lunch

2. Defined my crease lightly with a soft brown colour any brown will due

3. Line your upper lash line with a black eyeliner i used Milani Liquid Eye Pencil, its creamy and blend able. Look for a liner like this for this look, something like Urban Decay's 24/7 eyeliner.

4. Using a smudging brush start smudging the liner up, concentrate on the outer corner of the eye. Bring the smudging up and start creating a V shape in the corner of the eye.

                                           

Its a very subtle light smokey eye but makes it look like you worked hard on it, when actually its super easy and fast!

                                                        

5. Finish it off with mascara and i also connected it with a light liner on the bottom lashes but only in the outer corner.


And done! its super easy and subtle and super wearable during the day time!

Hope you enjoyed it :)

Hearts,
Yara

How To Do The Perfect Cat Eyeliner

Hey!!

Cat eyes have been the "it" look for so many years and sometimes it can be difficult to perfect it, but i have a mini tutorial on how to do it :)

1. Using a liquid liner create a line following the lower lash line. From your bottom lashes make a line continuing up to however length you want.

2. Simply connect the line to half your eyelid, and fill in the tint triangle.

3. Connect the inner corner of the eye with a thinner line

Done :)

It takes practice to have a perfect cat eye but this is the easiest way for me to get a good look :)

Hope it helped!

Hearts,
Yara

Beauty Fall Wish List

Hey Lovelies,

These are a few things i realllllllly want for the fall! But its such a long shot for the Louis but hey, its a wish list, and i WISH to have that!!!

Whats your wish list?

Hearts,

Yara 

Tips and Tricks to Contouring and Highlighting

Image from Pinterest

Hey Lovelies,

This topic has been long and overdue but hooray now it is here :)
Contouring and highlighting are crucial steps in your makeup routine if you want to achieve the flawless face look. Contouring is basically a way to shape your face, it is creating a shadow in certain areas to give more definition to. You contour every time you add eyeshadow to the crease, this illusion creates a more in depth eye.

To contour you need to have a matte bronzer, i find matte works the best and gives the most wrapped up look. To apply, use an angled brush to achieve a more sculpted look or a big powder brush to achieve a more natural subtle look. Apply starting from the temples down to the hallows of your cheeks, meaning underneath your cheek bones. Make a duck face pose and apply to the sucked in parts. And then apply to the jawline, carry it down to your neck with whatever product left. I like to use Benefit Hoola, its so perfect and gives a natural finish. Contouring your nose is the best trick of all, just add a little bronzer to an eyeshadow brush and apply it to both sides of the bridge of your nose, this gives the illusion of a smaller nose, ummmm who wouldnt want that!!!!

Highlighting gives the skin the glowing look we all want all the time, but not the ugly kind, the Jennifer Lopez glow! Highlighting is very simple, just dust some off on top of your cheekbones and under the contour, up your nose and the area between your brows and forehead, and a little on the chin. Also highlighting is used under the eye up to the end of the nose, creating a triangle, using a highlighting concealer to do the trick.  I like to use MAC Soft and Gentle, its light and natural, sometimes if i want a dewy look ill use Benefit High Beam on its own or ill put that as the base and then dust on soft and gentle.

Hope you liked this post if you have any questions or suggestions please let me know anytime :)

Hearts,
Yara

Beer Is Good For You...WHAT?

Hey beauty queens,

I took off my acrylic nails yesterday and my nails are so weak i want to cry, i vow to keep away from fake nails for awhile!
As to the title of this blog post its all about BEER!!! You may be wondering ok Yara how is beer good for you? Are you drunk or something?? HA! No! Its actual facts yo :D
Here are some reasons why beer is healthy for you:

1. Reduces Risk of Heart Disease
2. Strengthens Bone
3. Helps with Kidneys
4. Reduces Risk of Cancer and Diabetes
5. Increases Brain Health
6. Promotes Hair Growth

Of course to gain all these benefits you have to drink it in moderation, like a bottle a day can increase your health by a lot. Its just how we know wine is very healthy for you beer has same benefits. But for me at the moment im drinking it to strengthen my nails, ill let you guys know how it works out!

Hearts,
Yara

September Favourites

Hey Guys,
September is already done? Say What?
Well im excited for october because here in Canada we have thanksgiving coming up and i absolutely love this holiday, i mean who wouldn't its a day to over eat! I love to eat :P
Ive got some faves of the month, check them out :D

1. These colorful pens from Steadtler make note taking so much more fun and studying just a little prettier
2. EOS lip balms are so amazing, moisturizing and cute!
3. Bare Minerals pressed powder, im going to do a further review on this product but its my most favourite product this month, super amazing
4. Maybelline Falsies is just pure awesome
5. MAC blush in  EverSun, perfect fall shade

What are your favourites?

hearts,
Yara

Motivation Monday

Yayyy its Monday... said no one ever!

i stumbled upon this adorable picture-quote and found this soooooo extremely true to all the ladies!

do you guys agree? Let me know in the comments :D

have an awesome day  :D

hearts,
Yara

The Liebster Blog Award

Hey Lovelies,

So i was nominated for a Liebster Blog Award, its basically a tag for all bloggers who have less than 200 followers and its a way to give recognition to show how awesome their blogs are.

Here are the rules:
1) link back to the person who nominated you
2) Nominate 6-11 bloggers with less than 200 followers
3) Answer the 11 questions from the blogger that nominated you
4) Create 11 new questions for the bloggers you nominated and link back to them either through comment or email

Let the fun-ness begin! :)

Here are the questions i was asked...

1. What's your very favorite face primer that works amazingly with your skin type?
 Porefessional by Benefit, its so silky smooth


2. If you could only have 5 makeup products for a look, what would you use?
a) Erase Paste Concealer by Benefit
b) Lorac UnZipped Palette 
c) Falsies Mascara by Maybelline
d) Liquid Liner by Maybelline
e) Well Dressed Blush by MAC

3. What kind of fashion item(s) is/are your favorites?
-statement ring
-leggings 
-blazer
-skinny jeans
-jean jacket

4. Which store is your favorite, Sephora or Ulta?
sephora

5. What is your one holy grail skin care item?
Dove Moisturizing Soap 

6. Do you wear makeup everyday, or just when you have to go out of the house?
Just when i have to go out of the house

7. Have you ever been out of the country? If so, where did you go?
Yes ive been to the states a bunch of time and Lebanon

8. What interests do you have outside of beauty and makeup?
Reading

9. How do you often spend your free time?
looking at instagram pictures or twitter
 10. What is your favorite season and why?
I love summer and fall i cant choose between them, i love summer because of the warm weather and ice cream. I love fall because of the fall colors and makeup looks :)

11. What is your greatest achievement so far? 
Attending University 

You learned a little something about me now im gonna ask 11 new questions for the people ive nominated

1. What is your favourite makeup brand?
2. What product do you really want but cant afford?
3. Do you have a pet?
4. if you were stranded on an island what 3 beauty products would you keep?
5. What fashion item you most looking forward to rock this fall?
6. What are you more addicted to instagram or twitter?
7. Who's your celebrity girl crush?
8. What color describes your personality ?
9. What is your favourite food?
10. Top 5 places you want to travel to ?
11. What would you rather do shop for makeup or shop for clothing?

I tag these lovely ladies!
1. Elizabeth: Beauty and Beyond
2. Bits 'n' Beautys
3.Casual Beauty
4.Charming Silence
5.Beautifully Shallow
6.Dream. Live. Repeat
7. Jessica Rocha
8. Mascara Warrior
9.Missmacbeauty
10.sweets of life
11.JazEmia

Have Fun!
Yara

Fall makeup tutorial

Heyyyyy

Who's happy for the cooler weather??? I am! It's sweater season yayyy! 

The temperature is decreasing and the color intensity is increasing! And with this look I'm creating a sexy sultry smokey eye with two great colors; grey and purple. 

If you have brown eyes then this tutorial will look so amazing because purple compliments the brown eyes;) 

So lets begin...

I'm using this palette from topshop has two champagne-y colors and an eggplant purple and grey. Super fall! 

The makeup i used

Of course before all the eye makeup you prep your face up with your normal foundation routine. I just applied concealer and used a purple-y cream shadow base. 

I began with concentrating on the crease and started applying the purple shade. Starting from the outer corner of the eye and making a v-shape extending it from the corner of the eye into the crease. Keep blending it out creating a soft smokey effect. 

Next I took the grey shade and applied a little onto the purple darkening it up. Keep applying both shades to reach your desired shade. 

Next I applied the champagne color onto my lid and the lightest color onto my eyebrow bone to highlight. 

Finish off with a light liner on the upper lash line and bottom. And apply mascara 

For the face I kept it simple, chose my favourite dark-ish shade of blush by MAC 

And I also softly contoured my face with benefit hoola bronzer 

For lips I kept it simple as well, lined my lips with a natural lip color and used a neutral lipstick color.

That's pretty much the makeup look something super pretty to wear at night or even during the day! You have the control on how far you want to take your makeup! 

Yara ❤

Favourite Fall Lip Products

          

Hey Guys,

Fall is pretty much around the corner and that means changing your makeup colours. I love fall for the following reasons, for the fashion and makeup oh and awesome new tv series! - cant wait for vampire diaries :D!!
Fall is all about the darker shades and you can count on the biggest color trend for the fall time is the same as last year - Ox Blood! Its so gorgeous with makeup and as many different fashion items.
So my picks for fall lip colors are these amazing babies that you should definitely try out, always try coming out of your comfort zone once in awhile you never know what looks amazing on you unless you try it out!

1) The Famous All Around Prefect "Red" Shade
Every girl needs to find the perfect red shade, red is an all year round color and will never go out of style. Its a beauty product staple to have and my favourite lipsticks in red are MAC: Russian Red and Chanel: Rouge Coco Gabrielle 19

                                          

2) Maroon Shade
This is a big trend happening again for fall this year and it is a deeeeeeeep shade of red, maroon is so sultry on the lips, pulls your makeup all together! But of course ox blood and maroon shades are kind of scary to try out thats why start of slow, go for a lighter shade to ox blood something more closer to your comfort zone.  My favourite is by Revlon ColorStay Ultimate Suede: Backstage

                                                 

3) Bright Darkish Pink
Okay my description kinda collapses on itself but its hard to explain this shade, its by MAC: Girl About Town, its a bright pink but its more on the darker side of pink. Its Amplified thats why i say its bright but sometimes you want that pop of color during fall and this is an awesome pop of colour, its more of a fall color.

                                           

4) Berry Stain
Lip Stains are so awesome during the fall and winter time, and Revlon has an awesome line full of lip stains. You definitely need to invest in berry colors because they are so in during the fall time. My favourite is Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain: Crush

                                         

Here are the swatches to all the products

                                   

starting from the top

Revlon Colorstay: Backstage

Revlon Just bitten : Crush

MAC: Girl About Town

Chanel: Gabrielle

MAC: Russian Red 

Hope you enjoyed it,

-Yara 

More Simple Back To School Makeup

OMG!!
School is tomorrow for so many of you kids haha mine isnt until next week, YAY ME!
So i came up with another simple makeup look great for school, i hope youll enjoy it!

1) Conceal the under eye area and other blemishes, im using Erase Paste by Benefit
2) Apply an eyeshadow base, like Stay Dont Spray by Benefit
3) Using a crease brush work a soft brown into the crease im using one by Pixi
4) Apply a brownish/beige sparkley eyeshadow to the lid, i used All That Glitters by MAC
5) Line upper lash line with a black liner
6) Apply 2 coats of mascara, im using Falsies by Maybelline
7) Smudge in a taupe liner in bottom lash line, im using Taupe by Rimmel
8)Using a powder brush apply Bronzer on temples and cheekbones, slightly contouring your face. Im using Hoola by Benefit
9) Apply blush, im using Coralista by Benefit
10) Highlight the face, im using Soft and Gentle by MAC

So this is very easy to put together and gives a great clean look for school or work! I hope you like it!
-Yara

Real Techniques Brushes Review

Hey Hi,

Real Techniques Brushes are a fairly new line of brushes made by Samantha Chapman; a makeup artist. She is a fabulous makeup artist and a big youtube personality with a wide range of makeup tutorials.

These brushes are actually quite awesome, i love them so much. They are dense and thick and apply everything so flawlessly. Also, they are not expensive they are super affordable. Its like getting high-end brushes for the price of a drugstore brush.

My two favourite brushes so far are,
The foundation brush is awesome, not the normal flat brush but its a round thick dense domed brush. It buffs your foundation so smoothly and effectively all over your face. And the domed eyeshadow brush is super useful, i use it to buff in my concealer. All the brushes are thick and well shaped and this is why i really love it because it will transform your makeup to the way it should be.

You can buy them in packages or they are sold separately, unfortunately finding them in Canada is not the easiest, the only places I've seen them sold were at Wal-Mart and sometimes if you're lucky you will find them at Winners!
I very much recommend to purchase these brushes they are worth it!!

xoxo,
Yara