Mariam Nihal
Saudi Gazette
New make up trends dictate a bittersweet quality and royal hues of shimmer, bold reds and undertones of purple lately. You have probably come across these on your favorite make up artist’s page. MAC is always a step ahead if not the source of generating international make up trends. This month we bring you the latest trends and expert advice from a senior global MAC artist.
The new ‘Viva Glam- Miley Cyrus’ special edition features a tangy orange, bordering-red shade in a lipstick with pearl shimmer lip gloss. It is a great shade for tanned skin tones and for a sun kissed look. According to MAC, all proceeds go toward helping people.
The stunning ‘M∙A∙CNIFICIENT ME’ range is one to watch out for. Saudi Gazette rounds up the best contenders and expert tips for the latest collection now available in the country. Mariam KhairAllah has been a part of international fashion shows and her specialties are bridal, nail art and airbrush techniques. KhairAllah helps select the right tool for the job. From what brush to use, to defining cheekbones and highlighting even minimalistic features, KhairAllah facilitates a new style of working with your favorite MAC products from the M∙A∙CNIFICIENT ME collection. Here are two looks you can create using the palette.
Selena
Eyes
Eyes are defined by applying MAC Kohl Power Eye Pencil, feline color, on the upper and lower inner rims of the eye. Apply MAC #215 medium shader brush to the upper and lower lash lines until you get smokey lashes.
Apply MAC Pro Longwear Paint Pot, color: frozen violet, to eyelids using brush #239.
Mix the color using brush #224 to get a smooth mix.
Apply two coats of MAC Haute and Too Black lash mascara to define the eyelashes.
Cheeks
Define both cheekbones using brush #168 and MAC Mineralise Skin Finish.
Lips
Define the lips by applying MAC Lip Pencil, color: Boldy Bare, together with Personal Pick Mattene Lipstick on top to get a natural rosy color.
Vanessa
Eyes
Eyes are defined by applying MAC Kohl Power Eye Pencil, feline color, on the upper and lower inner rims of the eye.
MAC eye shadow, color: Carbon, can be applied using #215 Medium Shader Brush to stroke upper and lower eyelash lines and get a long and bold liner.
MAC Pro Longwear Paint Pot, color: muted grey purple, can be applied to eyelids using #224 Blending Brush.
Two coats of MAC Haute and Naughty Too Black Mascara are applied to give eyelashes more intensity.
Cheeks
Powder Blush, color: burnt pepper, is applied to cheekbones using #168 Large Angled Contoured Brush to get a rich and warm look.
Lips
Define lips with MAC Lip Pencil, color: currant, together with Power My Spirit Mattene Lipstick for dark black plump lips
