Lipstick Zodiac Trend:

Nowadays Lipstick is no longer about the color that suits your outfits and skin tone only, but about your Zodiac sign as well.

Yes, Lipstick Zodiac is an official thing now!!!

Even many Bollywood Actresses have started wearing Lipsticks according to their Zodiac Sign at important events.

Remember the much-talked about Purple Lipstick that Aishwarya Rai Bachchan wore at Cannes earlier this year.

Because  Purple is her Zodiac Sign's Signature lipstick.

Do you want to know your Zodiac Sign's Lipstick Color? Read on...

 

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

Color : Hot Pink

Aries are Sexy and Fearless by nature.So, Fierce and Unapologetic HOT PINK is the color of this zodiac sign.

TAURUS (April 20- May 21)

Color: Deep Burgundy

Taurians are Dark, Stubborn, Sexy and Sophisticated all in one. So, Royal and Classy DEEP BURGUNDY is a true reflection of Taurians.

GEMINI ( May 21-June 20)

Color: Plum

Geminis are Mysterious, with distinct individual characteristics. They know how to rock the Fashion with their Look, Style and Confidence that others can't. No wonder, PLUM is the color for them.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

Color: Passion Red

Cancerians are Moody and Emotional creatures,with a strong exterior at the same time. So, The Strongest and  Fiery color PASSION RED is their match.

LEO (July 23-August 22)

Color: Coral

Leos are charismatic. They are fun, flirtatious, sexy with a killing smile to die for. So, The Hard-to-Define color CORAL(i.e the blend of flirty Pink and bright Orange)  represents them the best.

VIRGO (August 23-September22)

Color: Maroon

Virgos are Honest, Hardworking and Efficient. So, MAROON that seeks Respect and signifies controlled and thoughtful action is the ideal color for them.

LIBRA (September 23-October 22)

Color: Nude

Librans are Strong, Perfectionists and Over-Thinkers with Sensual and Charming personality . So, the Subtle NUDE is their color.

SCORPIO (October 23-November 21)

Color: Purple

Scorpios are independent and determined. They are a part Tomboy and the other Femme Fetale. So, PURPLE is the color for them.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22-December 21)

Color: Berry

Sagittarians are Philosophers and Optimistic which makes them store house  of positive energy. So, warm BERRY is perfect match for them.

CAPRICORN (December 22- January 19)

Color: Orange

Capricorns tend of become center of attraction without trying hard, in other words they are effortless Sexy. So, the obvious color for them is ORANGE.

AQUARIUS (January 20- February 18)

Color: Soft Pink

Aquarians possess a signature trait i.e. Loyalty. So, the classic color with time honored feel SOFT PINK represents them the best.

PISCES (February19 - March 20)

Color :Peach

Pisceans are very Creative, Imaginative and Big dreamers. So, a mild color PEACH that signifies Romance, Nature, Poetry and Comfort works best for them.

How to make your lipstick last longer:

You always wanted your lipstick to last longer, Right!!!

Just follow these simple steps:

1. Fill your lips with desired lipstick shade.

2. Blot your lips with a tissue paper.

3. Coat your lips with baby powder using a lip brush.

4. Apply the final Coat of Same Lipstick.

And Enjoy!!!

Related Products:

Maybelline New York Color Sensational Creamy Matte Lipstick, 660 Touch of Spice, 3.9g
Elle 18 Color Pop Matte Lip Colour, Prom Pink and Rose Day, 4.3 g -Combo of 2
Lakme 9 to 5 Primer with Matte Lip Color, MR11 Berry Base, 3.6g
Maybelline New York Color Sensational Loaded Bold Lipstick, Midnight Date, 3.9g
Colorbar Kiss Proof Lip Statin, Haute Latte 007, 6.5ml
Colorbar Velvet Matte Lipstick, Deep Fantasy, 4.2g
Colorbar Kiss Proof Lip Stain, Red, 6.5ml

Cosmetic Lounge: Difference between BB, CC and DD creams:

These days cosmetic counters are bombarded with a confusing array of skin correctors and you may feel caught up in the swarm of the alphabet creams-like BB cream, CC cream and DD cream. To find out which one is appropriate for you, let’s decode these cream acronyms:

 

BB:

BB stands for “beauty balm" or "beauty benefit".

It offers daily sun protection, extra hydration and coverage just like a lighter foundation.

CC: 
CC stands for "color control" or "color corrector" or "complexion care".

Like the BB cream, this one too offers benefits like hydration, sun protection and coverage but with extra quality of homogenizing your skin. 

Difference between BB and CC creams:

CC creams are meant to address issues like redness and sallowness but BB creams are like a lighter foundation (with some skin care benefits thrown in).

A CC cream is lighter on the skin as compared to BB cream and has more of a whipped, fluffy feel and finish.

So, you can say that CC cream is an upgraded version of BB cream.

DD:

DD stands for “daily defense".

Like its predecessors, it offers sun protection, hydration and balances uneven skin tone, though DDs are created for dry areas like feet, knees and elbows.

 

Now, as you know what these cream acronyms are all about and the purpose they serve. I am sure it will be easy for you to select the one.

Wedding make up essentials: Bridal make-up kit

My friend is getting married in a month, she asked me to go for marriage kit shopping. Although every girl loves shopping specially make up but trust me marriage kit shopping is not an easy job, you come across so many questions like what is the basic stuff to be bought and which brand to go with. Here I am going to share our shopping haul so that you can have an idea about what are the make up essentials for a bride-to-be.

Here is what we bought:

1.  Lipsticks and lip gloss:

For lipsticks we concentrated on “Colorbar and Revlon”. We kept a mix of light and bright shades mainly according to her dresses like onion pink, purple and other earthy colors. It is must to include 1-2 red or maroon lipstick in your bridal kit so we did.

2.  Nail paints:

Just like lipsticks we bought few shades that match her dresses specially one matching the wedding dress and the preferred brands were “Maybelline and Colorbar”.

3. Eyeliners:

You must pick a basic liquid liner with black or brown color. I recommended her a blue one along with black one as blue eye liner gives you a sensuous look. And the brand we chose was “Lakme”.

4.  Lip pencils:

Pick one neutral shade lip pencil and one in red in case you wear red lipstick. You can go with “Colorbar and Lakme”.

5.  Mascara:

Make sure you choose the one which is waterproof and you can pick “Maybelline Colossal Volume Mascara”.

6.  Blush:

Pick up at least one matte blush and one shimmer blush and our preferred brand was “Lakme” you can also choose “MAC” (one with pearly finish looks great on camera).

7.  Foundation:

Foundation is the base of your makeup, do invest in good foundations. Go for a matte foundation exactly same in shade as your skin tone.

Note:

• Don’t buy foundations lighter than your skin tone.
• Make sure you don’t choose the one with illuminating particles as these particles would reflect light and make your skin look greasy in pictures.

You can go with “Mac”.

8. Concealer:

Concealer is a must have in every makeup kit to mask a mild redness or a childhood scar and keep you looking flawless. Again our prefence was “Mac”.

9. Sindoor:

And not to forget the most important element for an Indian bride as Deepika padukone says in a movie- “Ek chutki sindoor ki kimat tum kya jaano Ramesh babu.

The one we chose was “Lakme liquid sindoor”.

10. Eye shadow:

If you don’t like wearing too many eye shadows go for eye palettes rather than single shades. You can choose “Colorbar eyeshadow palettes”.

11.  Compact:

You will definitely need a compact for touch ups and regular use. The brand we chose was “Mabelline Whitestay UV compact”.

12.  Make-up brushes:

You can buy a travel brush kit or individual brushes (that is totally upto you), but bear in mind foundation brush, blush brush, eye shadow brush and a powder brush are must haves.

13.  Others:

• Purchase a vanity kit to keep all your makeup stuff.
• Choose a regular face wash that suits your skin and an exfoliating scrub.
• Definitely keep basic moisturizers one for your face and one for your body and a lip balm too.
• Do pick up sponges, cotton swabs, blotting sheets, make-up remover and nail paint remover.

With this your wedding make –up kit is complete.

How to apply eyeliner:

Step1: Rest the elbow of your dominant arm on a hard surface and your wrist on your face.

Step 2: Slightly tilt your head back and keep your eyes half open:

This creates a good angle for application at the same time allowing you to see what you are doing.

Step 3: With your left index finger (in case you are right handed) or right index finger (in case you are left handed) gently pull your eyelid to the side and slightly up, toward the end of your eyebrow.

This step is optional as stretching the eye may encourage wrinkling that’s the reason some people prefer to line relaxed eye.

Step 4: Draw a line across your upper lid (as close to the lash line as possible).

Note:  In case you are using liquid liner allow it to dry before opening your eyes (else the color may transfer into the crease of your eye).

Step 5: Gently smudge the line with your brush, a cotton swab or your finger (to soften the look).

Step 6: Line the lower lid:

Moving from the outside edge inward draw a line (close to the lower lash) slightly thicker at outside corner and becoming thinner as it moves in toward your nose.

How to apply lipstick:

When it comes to make-up, lipstick is the crucial element to enhance our looks. This guide is going to teach you how to get good-looking lips regardless of size and shape of your lips.

Step 1- Exfoliate your lips:

Make a paste, using sugar and water. Rub the paste on your lips for 20 seconds and rinse it off. Smear some lip balm on your lips to moisturize your lips.

Step 2- Apply lip liner:

Lipstick lasts longer if you define your lips using a lop liner. Go for a lip liner 2 shades darker than your lipstick.

• For plump lips, apply lip liner just outside your natural lip line.

Step 3- Apply lipstick:

You can directly apply lipstick onto your lips from the lips but it is easier to get the right amount on and in the right place using a brush (make sure the lip brush is clean, dry and already there is no lipstick on it).

• Start from the middle and fill in the whole lips with color within the lip line (using the brush).

Step 4- Apply a second layer:

After adding the first coat, apply a little more if desired but remember greasy lips are unattractive and tend to rub off easily onto everything.

Step 5- Blot the lips:

Blot your lips to make your lipstick last longer. Simply blot your lips using a tissue paper.

Step 6- Lip gloss:

Add a little lip gloss for the final touch. Dab a little gloss on the center of your lips and spread it out.

Step 7- Reapply lipstick:

Reapply lipstick every few hours as no matter how brilliantly you have applied the lipstick, it will fade through the day.

10 hot lipstick shades:

1.     Nude:

Nude lipstick is neutral that makes it perfect to complement any outfit you are wearing, from the brightest red to white to yellow tones.

2.     Pale peach:

Pale peach is sensational with blacks, whites, greens and browns but keep this lip color far, far away from reds.

3.     Wine:

Wine or burgundy works wonders with winter palettes, especially black and charcoal.

4.     True red:

For the sensational look, wear true red lip color with black, trendy grays and whites.

5.     Berry:

Berry is a well rounded color as it complements greens and browns, black and gray, white and cream …any color you pick except red.

6.     Dark Terracotta:

Terracotta endows your black, green or brown outfit with richness and warmth.

7.     Ruby:

Just like the gem it is named after, ruby lip color dazzles dark neutrals such as black and grays.

8.     Red-orange:

Red-orange lip color undoubtedly brings in attention and looks great with an outfit in muted gray and brown tones.

9.     Peachy pink:

Pink that tends to be peach gives forth soft touch and takes a back seat to heavy eye make-up and vibrant outfit.

10.   Hot pink:

Hot pink looks fabulous with toned-down eyes and outfits in neutral and metallic shades.

Eye make-up in just 7 steps:

Step 1- Prepare your eyes with concealer:

Apply concealer (matching your skin tone) to cover dark circles and even out skin tone around  your eyes. Start with applying 3 dots of concealer with your fingertip under both the eyes, apply at the inner corner first (where the skin tends to be darkest) then under the pupil and finally at the outer edge. To spread the concealer pat it (don’t rub) with your ring finger (as this finger as softest pad) until it disappears.

Step 2- Apply base to your eyelids:

To make your shadow last for hours apply a base to your lids. If you don’t prime your lids properly your shadow may end up as a greasy line.

Step 3- Apply eye shadow:

It’s a great idea to use a three toned shadow.

• Start with a medium color, sweep the shadow across the lid. You can pick medium pink, light brown or any other middle of the hue.
• Follow with a light color; sweep the shadow across the lid and up to your brow bone. Brush on pearly off white, light gold or other delicate colors.
• Apply a dark color on the crease. Try a violet, brown or other dark colors matching the first two colors.

Blend the colors using or fingers or fluffy, tapered blending brush.

Step 4- Brighten your eyes with a highlighter:

To brighten your eyes dab a finger into lightest eye shadow and then press it into the inner corner of eyes where an upper lid meets the lower lid.

Step 5- Follow with eyeliner:

You can use liquid eyeliners or liner pencils, even dark eye shadow works as great eyeliners (Wet a slanted brush and then dip it in a dark shadow). Whatever you pick- starting from the inner corner of your upper lash line to the outer corner. If you want, you can line your lower lashes as well.

Step 6-Curl lashes:

Use an eye lash curler to grip your upper lashes. Half close your eyes to make access to the eyelash easier. It’s better to curl lashes before applying mascara.

Step 7-Apply mascara:

Place the wand of the mascara brush at the base of your upper lashes and slowly sweep upwards. For the dramatic effect, apply mascara to the lower lashes as well. If you want to apply multiple coats make sure you apply the subsequent coat when the first coat is still wet (applying a fresh coat to the dry mascara may result in clumps).