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All About Brands: L’Oreal Kuwait

All About Brands: L’Oreal Kuwait

Starting off with a new series, I will be giving all the details possible covering each brand (drugstore/high-end) in Kuwait. Illustrating all products that are available in Kuwait with my review, their prices and location. This article on L’Oreal Kuwait will be the first of many in the All About Brands series of posts to give anyone more information on almost every major makeup brands available…

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Colourpop Eyebrow Review

This rapidly growing brand is taking the makeup game to the next level gradually with the Colourpop Eyebrow line of products. ColourPop are flinging new beauty products in the industry with brilliant new formulas that you cannot keep yourself away from purchasing. We all very well know the best selling products like their lippie stix, eyeshadows, liquild lipsticks, etc etc but even in the brow…

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Waterproof Kohl Eyeliners you need this Summer

Waterproof Kohl Eyeliners you need this Summer

Summer is here and I would like to share with you my waterproof kohl eyeliners that I have personally tested out and qualified for the summer season. Whether you live in a region or plan on spending the day out in the pool or at the beach, these products are 100% tested for any break down situation and will not budge anywhere for the entire day.

Marc Jacobs High-liner Gel Crayon

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H&M Makeup Review

H&M Makeup re-released their new makeup line last year and was a prompt hit in the market. I coincidentally ended up in an H&M store and purchased their new products before the hype on the internet and I have to say they did a remarkable work with their new cosmetic line.

H&M Makeup range consists of everything you need in your cosmetic bag: eyeshadows, lipsticks, foundations, concealer,…

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DIOR 2016 SUMMER MAKEUP COLLECTION

“Inspired by the iconic Dior polka dot pattern, Peter Philips, Creative and Image Director for Dior Makeup, created vibrant color palettes comprised of energetic shades balanced by soft, milky hues. Delicate pinks are paired with audacious Mediterranean blues and bold melon for a confident, eye-catching look. Nails top off the look with corresponding color duos designed for pattern play; pair soft nudes with dots of bright azure, cherry red or chic melon.”

5-COULEURS EYESHADOW PALETTE [LIMITED EDITION]

Bain de Mer (366)

Escapade (536)

EYE REVIVER ILLUMINATING PALETTE [LIMITED EDITION]

“Wake up tired eyes with this all-purpose palette. Featuring shades of neutral and sand-inspired eyeshadows, as well as deeper tones of coffee and chocolate, as well as a defining cream black liner, the Dior Eye Reviver Palette gives eyes and instant radiance-boosting effect.”

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VERNIS COULEUR & POIS MANICURE KITS [LIMITED EDITION]

“This summer, Dior makes nails pop with its three nail polish duos paired with an ingenious “Dotting Tool.” Pastels and soft nude tones are enhanced with contrasting neon shades. Pastilles #001 features a smooth nude shade, and a Mediterranean azure blue, Confettis #002 features a ripe melon and sour cherry, and Plumetis #003 features a delicate rose pink paired with a bright lavender. Use the Dotting Tool to create a professional-looking, graphic dot pattern directly on the nails.”

Pastilles (001)

Confettis (002)

 Plumetis (003)

DIORSKIN NUDE AIR SHIMMERING LOOSE POWDER [LIMITED EDITION]

“Create a shimmering, iridescent glow in a single swipe of this delicate loose powder. The barely-there formula glides over the skin like a summer breeze, illuminating it with subtle glints of light. Apply onto the contours of the face, as well as the décolleté and shoulders, for a mesmerizing effect.”

DIORSKIN NUDE AIR GLOW HEALTHY RADIANCE POWDER [NEW, PERMANENT]

“Diorskin Nude Air Glow Healthy Glow Radiance Powder is a light, iridescent multi-purpose powder that can be used as a bronzer, blush or all-over face powder for a sunkissed effect in two multi-faceted shades that blend to create the perfect flush.”

Fresh Tan (001)

Fresh Light (002)

DIOR ADDICT MILKY TINT [NEW, PERMANENT]

“New Dior Addict Milky Tint Nourishing Lip Fluid is an ultra-fresh, hydrating hybrid gloss that delivers feather-light color and an irresistible watery effect on the lips. The innovative new formula is inspired by the comforting, fresh, softness of milk. Available in four deliciously hydrating milky shades, from delicate pastel hues to muted tones.”

Milky Pastel (156)

Milky Plum (286)

Milky Peach (356)

Milky Pop (376)

DIOR ADDICT LIP MAXIMIZER [NEW, PERMANENT]

Beige Sunrise (006)

  CHANEL LES SOUFFLES DU DESERT SUMMER 2016 COLLECTION

“In the spirit of adventure, a new makeup collection unveils a shimmering desert oasis. Brilliant coppers and sandy browns give soft dimension to the eyes, while pinks and oranges sparkle on the lips.”

LES BEIGES HEALTHY GLOW MULTI-COLOUR [LIMITED EDITION]

“Two new duos offer a contouring or highlighting effect for the complexion and give cheeks a desert-rose glow.”

Duo N01 Illuminator + blush

Duo N02 Contour + Blush

LES 4 OMBRES MULTI-EFFECT QUADRA EYESHADOW [LIMITED EDITION]

“This exclusive creation offers a palette of earthy shadows, each embossed with a design that emulates sand dunes. Copper and khaki shades are styled alongside sepia and brown tones for soft dimension.”

Empreinte du Desert

STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF LONG-LASTING EYELINER [LIMITED EDITION]

Oasis

Sable

LE VOLUME DE CHANEL WATERPROOF MASCARA [LIMITED EDITION]

Mirage

LEVRES SCINTILLANTES AQUA GLOSSIMER [LIMITED EDITION]

Tanami Fresh pink

Sirocco  orange

Rouge Desert deep red

Dzhari Reddish Purple

Sahara Peach

Adenium Raspberry pink

LE VERNIS LONGWEAR NAIL COLOUR

Turban Peach pink (Permanent)

Cavliere Chocolate copper

Canotier Beige (Permanent)

Espadrilles Intense orange (Permanent)

Emeraude Green (Permanent)

MAKE UP FOR EVER AQUA XL WATERPROOF EYE PENCILS FOR SUMMER 2016

“A pro artist favorite, Aqua XL Eye Pencil Waterproof Liner’s superior, long-lasting formula will not smudge, crease, or fade until you remove it. Its innovative formula blends intense, rich color with a super-gliding texture. This versatile liner’s smooth texture effortlessly glides onto lids without skipping or tugging while delivering intense, one-swipe color that lasts all day. Perfect for creating a tight line or smudging for a shadow effect, it features shades that range from everyday neutrals to bright pastel pops.”

AQUA XL EYE PENCIL WATERPROOF EYELINER [NEW, PERMANENT]

M-92 Matte pastel purple

I-90 Iridescent pop purple

M-80 Matte plum

D-62 Diamond brown

M-60 Matte dark brown

S-50 Satiny taupe

ME-42 Metallic bronze

M-40 Matte pastel yellow

I-36 Iridescent khaki

I-34 Iridescent pop green

M-30 Matte pastel green

I-32 Iridescent lagoon green

M-26 Matte pastel blue

I-24 Iridescent blue with green sparkles

M-22 Matte majorelle blue

S-20 Satiny navy blue

M-16 Matte white

M-14 Matte charcoal gray

D-12 Diamond black

M-10 Matte black

CHARLI XCX FESTIVAL FAVES VIB ROUGE [LIMITED EDITION] ONLINE ONLY

“Instantly create intense liner looks with Charli XCX Festival Faves 4 Waterproof Eyeliners. MAKE UP FOR EVER joined forces with pop star Charli XCX, best known for chart-topping hits, such as “Boom Clap,” “Fancy” with Iggy Azalea and “I Love It” with Icona Pop. Her bold, artistic, transformative nature and energetic stage presence exemplify the creative spirit of MAKE UP FOR EVER and the Aqua XL collection. These eye pencils feature an innovative formula with an ultra-creamy glide and waterproof, rich color for fun makeup looks that last from show to show.”

M-10 Matte black

I-24 Iridescent blue with green sparkles

M-80 Matte plum

M-30 Matte pastel green

GUERLAIN MY TERRACOTTA SUMMER COLLECTION FOR SUMMER 2016

“Feel the sun with Terracotta Bronzing Powder by Guerlain. It naturally reproduces the varying shades of the sun, giving your complexion an instant natural glow with one quick, easy motion any time of the year.”

PAUSE D’ETE COLLECTOR BRONZING POWDER DUO [LIMITED EDITION]

“This limited-edition bronzing powder duo by Guerlain combines the brand’s best-selling Terracota shade 03 Natural Brunettes, which naturally warms all complexions, and the It-color for summer, a pink with a slight gold shimmer to illuminate your tan. It’s housed in a luxurious, environmentally sound wooden compact (using wood from PEFC-approved sustainably managed forests) and features a wide mirror. Its colors can either be blended together to warm the complexion and enhance the natural radiance of your tan or applied separately to achieve your desired intensity. The powder is fragranced with notes of orange blossom, tonka bean, vanilla and white musk.”

KISSKISS SHAPING CREAM LIP COLOR [LIMITED EDITION]

“KissKiss Shaping Cream Lip Color is enriched with plumping hyaluronic acid spheres to help your pout regain its fullness and softness. Added commiphora oil smoothes while mango butter hydrates and added notes of vanilla and violet leave you with a delicate scent. The satin-finish color comes packaged in a simply chic curvaceous tube case that’s a work of art in its own right.”

Fancy Kiss (342) Coral

Kiss Blossom (367) Pink

MY TERRACOTTA SUMMER BRONZING POWDER [LIMITED EDITION]

“Feel the sun with Terracotta Bronzing Powder by Guerlain. It naturally reproduces the varying shades of the sun, giving your complexion an instant natural glow with one quick, easy motion any time of the year. Its formula is enriched with moisturizing ingredients and won’t dry out the skin, while ultrafine pigments provide a very natural result with a nude skin-effect finish. It’s neither too powdery nor too shiny, embracing all the contours of your face. The powder is fragranced with notes of orange blossom, tonka bean, vanilla and white musk. In 02 Naturel Blondes.”

L’EAU HÂLÉE’ TINTED COOLING WATER [LIMITED EDITION]

“Guerlain Terracotta L’Eau Hâlée is the brand’s first tinted cooling water that instantly recreates a natural, sun-kissed complexion. Its fine texture and universal color quickly melts onto the skin, allowing for multiple applications to suit every skin tone. Its formula includes a unique combination of pigments to banish dullness and leave your complexion glowing. The product won’t rub off or transfer onto clothing and its tiare flower fragrance leaves behind a gentle scent on your skin, instantly sweeping you away to an exotic, far-off paradise.”

High End Summer Makeup Collections for 2016 DIOR 2016 SUMMER MAKEUP COLLECTION “Inspired by the iconic Dior polka dot pattern, Peter Philips, Creative and Image Director for Dior Makeup, created vibrant color palettes comprised of energetic shades balanced by soft, milky hues.

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Kylie Cosmetics Lip-gloss and Metallic Matte Lipsticks Review

Kylie Cosmetics Lip-gloss and Metallic Matte Lipsticks Review

Kylie Jenner now known for her matte liquid lipsticks (or lip kits), which is worth every hard work, time and money to purchase these beauties and add in our makeup collection. As we all know, Kylie Jenner will be expanding her makeup line with new launches, which she has kept a surprise from us. Kylie releases her new launches sneak peak a week before the launch to get the internet more…

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Anastasia Beverly Hills: All About Brows

Anastasia Beverly Hills: All About Brows

Anastasia Beverly Hills got her initial fame with her eyebrow powders, pomades, pencils, gels, anything you name it in the brow area. She did an extraordinary job and now holds the first place for brows in the makeup industry.  She created many types of brow pencils or gel formulas to give us that perfect arched brow with looking as natural as ever. She also made many tools to get your eyebrows…

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Kuwait Makeup Update for April 2016

Kuwait Makeup Update for April 2016

This month in Kuwait Makeup Update, not many collections have been released but still a little of famous products did hit the market. I was totally expecting the major summer collections to release this month but that did not happen. I was lucky enough to be at two collection launches this weekend. I hope next month they bring out all the famous releases in Kuwait.

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  Jeffree Star Line for Summer Collections 2016

Jeffree Star is extending his makeup line this summer season. The rumor is that, he is launching his new highlighters, eyeshadow palettes and lipsticks. He is also bringing out new shades in his famous Velour liquid lipsticks for this summer. Exciting right! Can’t wait to try them. I will keep you posted with all his new launches as soon as they hit the market. Here are only his teaser images i could find:

Highlighters

Lipsticks

Eye palettes

Huda Beauty Lip Contour for Summer Collections 2016

Huda Beauty has launched her new Contour Lip Pencils and they are beautiful! She has brought couple of shades out. These lip pencils are available online and will soon launch at the stores.

MUG Eyeliners for Summer Collections 2016

Makeup Geek is too busy bringing amazing new formulations out in market. Her makeup demand is all worth the hype. She has now launched are new Eyeliners for this spring/summer. Moreover, she has A LOT coming up this year.

Ofra x Manny MUA Liquid Lipsticks for Summer Collections 2016

Manny MUA is all in the lime light now; he is collaborating with makeup brands and bringing out the best for us. Recently he has collaborated with Ofra cosmetics and will be launching his three liquid lipstick shades for us. Here is just a sneak peak image:

Ofra x Manny MUA liquid Lipsticks:

Aries

Charmed

Hypno

Too Faced Melted Matte Liquefied Long-wear Matte Lipticks for Summer Collections 2016

“Give lips the staying power of a stain and the intense color of a liquid lipstick in one long-wear ultra-matte formula. It’s formulated with exclusive technology that leaves the lipstick melted for the most high-impact color possible. It’s infused with antioxidant-rich avocado oil and vitamin E to moisturize, while hyaluronic filling spheres smooth the look of lip lines. It comfortably coats lips with a wash of intense, high-impact, super rich, saturated color that lasts for hours.”

Melted Matte Liquified Long-wear Matte Lipstick (Permanent)

Miso Pretty Matte soft ballet slipper pink

Child Star Matte soft nude

Cool Girl Matte true nude

Queen B Matte soft mauve

Sell Out Matte soft pinky-brown

Feelin’ Myself Matte soft peachy-pink

Mrs. Roper Matte bright tangerine

1998 Matte bright bubblegum pink

It’s Happening Matte bright magenta

Bend and Snap! Matte deep raspberry

Lady Balls Matte true red

Drop Dead Red Matte deep mulberry

Evil Twin Matte deep black cherry

Unicorn Matte bright orchid

Who’s Zoomin’ Who Matte deep sapphire

Naughty by Nature Matte deep chocolate

  Laura Mercier Face Illuminator Powders for Summer Collections 2016

“Laura Mercier Face Illuminator Powder is a face-illuminating hybrid with a soft rose gold shimmer that’s perfect for highlighting. The unique formula features high pearl levels that sweep on buildable, long-wearing color. Its bouncy texture allows for excellent color payoff, and its soft gold shimmer flatters all skintones.”

Face Illuminator Powder (Permanent)

Addiction

Devotion

Seduction

Indiscretion (Repromote)

Burberry London With Love Duos for Summer Collections 2016

Summer 2016 Blush Highlighter (Limited Edition)

London with Love Blush and highlighter duo

“Introducing the Summer 2016 London With Love Blush Highlighter, a limited-edition blush powder duo to sweep on a natural-looking flush of radiance with the heart-shaped blush. Then subtly illuminate the face with the highlighter. Celebrating the playful prints from the Burberry Scarf Bar, the blush and highlighter powder is set in an embossed heart pattern. Perfect for all skintones, the two shades can be applied separately or blended together for a customized finish. Use this blushing powder duo to sweep the lightweight powder across the temples to create definition and over cheeks for a lasting, luminous glow.”

Summer 2016 Illuminating Bronzer (Limited Edition)

London with Love Bronzer and highlighting duo

“Introducing the London with Love palette, a limited edition bronzing powder duo for an illuminating, sun-touched complexion with a subtle glow. Celebrating playful prints from the Burberry Scarf Bar, the bronzer and highlighter powder is set with an embossed heart pattern. The bronzing powder enhances the complexion with a warming glow, while the highlighter subtly illuminates the face. The two shades can be applied separately or blended together for a customisable finish. Flattering on all skin tones, the lightweight powder can be swept across the cheeks or lightly dusted all over the face for lasting, natural warmth.”

Kylie Metallic Matte Lipsticks for Summer Collections 2016

Kylie Jenner is keeping all the makeup lovers furious with her sudden new launches every week or so. She is slowly extending her makeup line with bring out new makeup products. Right now, her latest new launch will be the Metallic Matte Lipsticks.

Metallic Matte Lipsticks:

Reign

King K

Heir

Summer Collections 2016 Jeffree Star Line for Summer Collections 2016 Jeffree Star is extending his makeup line this summer season.

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Top 5 Summer Makeup Essentials

Top 5 Summer Makeup Essentials

Summer season has arrived and we all need the summer makeup essentials to keep our face bronzed, flawless and fresh all day. In this post, I will recommend you my top 5 personal favorites that I think are must this summer season. You surely do not want to put a whole heap of makeup on, as summer is all about fun, which can break down your makeup. The more minimum you go is better for you. So let…

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iPhone SE launch Kuwait expected by end of the week

iPhone SE launch Kuwait expected by end of the week

Apple announced a fortnight ago that it’s latest installation iPhone SE will be launched all over the world within in a month. The shipment groups had been divided into three groups – First group included countries such as US, UK, AUS, CAN, GER, JAP etc. Second group included European countries such as BEL, DEN, HUN, POR, NOR, ESP, etc. And the third section involves BRA, KUW, IND, UAE, etc. Thus…

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What's up with the Whatsapp encryption thingy?

What’s up with the Whatsapp encryption thingy?

Well lately we have all been seeing an option under custom notifications as soon as we click on any of our Whatsapp conversations. Do not worry that’s nothing but a Whatsapp encryption upgrade which has now made the app even more safer. Although that doesn’t mean that Whatsapp wasn’t safe before. It’s just that now even Whatsapp can’t do anything to our messages as it has no accessing power…

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Wrestlemania 32 Results | Review | Gallery |

Wrestlemania 32 Results | Review | Gallery |

There’s a reason why we wait for this day a whole year. Wrestlemania is nothing short of a spectacle but this time it was undermined. Many big names such as John Cena, Randy Orton, Seth Rollins, Cesaro succumbed to injuries and could not effect Wrestlemania 32 results. And thus the Wrestlemania match card look very weak and under rated. But trust me all of the remaining roster gave their best to…

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Makeup Geek x Manny MUA Eyeshadow Palette

Makeup Geek x Manny MUA Eyeshadow Palette

The most famed and loved Youtubers, Makeup Geek and Manny MUA, have collaborated together and created a perfection in an eyeshadow palette form. Yes, the Makeup Geek x Manny MUA eyeshadow palette is one of the top everyday eyeshadow palette you will need in your beauty bag. Good news is, it is available on pre-orders and soon will be launched at the site too, which is much better than sitting in…

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Five most power consuming apps in an iPhone

Five most power consuming apps in an iPhone

With the introduction of iOS 7 we witnessed the arrival of auto-refresh background feature in iOS. The feature was designed to help the users to get to know that which apps are the battery hogging apps in your device. The feature since has been of great use to the iOS users as it helps them to save the valuable battery for the much needed time such as that of a travelling period of unavailability…

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Kuwait Perfumes and Cosmetics Exhibition 2016 is one such exhibition that loops around every year exhibiting a huge collection of international perfumes and cosmetics in Mishref. Many high-end and drugstore brands display their utmost popular collections of perfumes and cosmetics in this exhibition. Not only that, this fair also holds splendid offers that are impossible to find in our everyday shopping. From high-end to drugstore, you get anything and everything in a much reasonable price, which saves a fortune.

Here are the cosmetic brands and what all offers they provided us at this year’s Kuwait Fair 2016:

Laura Mercier

Laura Mercier had an astonishing special offer this year. Their lipsticks and lip-glosses were between KWD 2.500 – 3.000  and foundation KWD 5.000 (market price is KWD 20).

Dior

Dior gave a decent bargain, lipsticks offered Buy 1 Get 1 free and 10% off on any makeup purchase.

Gerlain

Gerlain lipsticks and lip-glosses prices varies from KWD 7 to 8  (approx. retail price KWD 16-18)

Bourjois

Bourjois offered a Set in which the mascara itself retails for KWD 5 in market but in this set, you get 3 items for just KWD 5.

Hanan Dashti

Hanan Dashti had a grand collection at the Exhibition. Her Eyeshadows special offer was Buy 5 for KWD 10 (Market retail price for 1 eyeshadow is KWD 4)

Makeup Al Mansour

Makeup Al Mansour had a wide range of brands and special offers. They gave an enormous bargain for specific brands like buy anything under KWD 2 which included many famous drugstore brands.

LA Girl

Arcancil

Milani

LA Splash

Deborah

Similing

Nouba

Nouba offered Buy 1 get 1 free on any makeup item and their eyeshadows were for KWD 12-15 (market retails for KWD 24)

Clarins

Clarins had 10% off for any makeup item and 15% off for any skincare.

  All these are the approximate rate I could get, as there was too much crowd at the counters. Moreover, some of the sales clerks were not very friendly to guide me through the brand. Which made it a little difficult for me to get information and proper images.

You should surely check it out this weekend as it will last till April 2. To find out the exact location and timing of the Kuwait Perfumes and Cosmetics Exhibition 2016, Click Here.

If you could not get your hands on any sales this time around, do not be disheartened as Kuwait Perfumes and Cosmetics Exhibition holds every year with various different offers.

Kuwait Perfumes and Cosmetics Exhibition 2016 Kuwait Perfumes and Cosmetics Exhibition 2016 is one such exhibition that loops around every year exhibiting a huge collection of international perfumes and cosmetics in Mishref.

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Too Faced Palettes: Peach Vs Peanut Butter and Jelly

Too Faced Palettes: Peach Vs Peanut Butter and Jelly

I was lucky enough to get my hands on both the Limited Edition Too Faced Palettes, Peach Palette, and the Peanut Butter and Jelly Eyeshadow Palette, when they were released on the Too Faced websitecouple of weeks ago. Since these Too Faced palettes have not released in the Kuwaiti stores yet, I thought of giving you my pros and cons review beforehand so that you can choose to purchase any one of…