Look Boujee on a Budget!

In this world of expensive shit going on, how much can you spend on clothing, accessories or makeup? Aan Aan! You need to compete and live. You can't just give up due to inflation. You need to take your wardrobe up a notch without having to splurge all your savings or income! What? Yes! You can totally stay on a budget and look expensive. Here are some of the things you can do that can make you look more expensive and boujee.
First of all you need to make sure you have a list of neutral colored clothes like whites and blacks and nudes. This is the first thing you NEED to have in your closet. Simplicity is the KEY. White is the most luxurious color in my opinion. wear white and maybe pair it with black or red or whatever color you think compliments your complexion or character.
Now to takes those neutral colors to a higher level, look for something that adds texture for example  jackets, dupattas, faux fur and anything else that you like. Jackets like bomber jackets or denim jackets can really make your look poppin'. Satin fabric is also a status symbol in many places and can look really expensive.

Good looking shoes are another way to make your look a little more put together. Investing in a good pair of shoes won't hurt. Always remember, your shoes are the first thing people would notice. Another fact about Shoes is that they can reflect your personality. Heels and especially pointed ones are a REAL status symbol out there. All celebrities flaunt them and you can really be out there by wearing them. It may hurt but we girls are the bosses and we can do anything to look beautiful!! Another ones are boots. NO matter what you pair them with, they will slay your life right away!!

Accessorize yourself and you'll be the talk of the town. The correct accessories can take you from ZERO to HERO. A little dramatic but pffttt. Look for SALES ladies!! Every now and then big stores are having bigger sales then ever. buy a pair of good stuff like a good hat, bracelet, rings, bags, necklaces, chokers and a cool pair of sunglasses and you're ready to steal the show!

Last but not the least, Your makeup can really define your background. Less makeup is really the key to look more luxurious. YES. The more natural you look the more luxurious you look. .

These were my tips and tricks to make you look the way you deserve. Remember, no matter what community or clan you belong to, no matter what color you are, there's not even a single person like you in this whole universe and you're one of a kind and this is what makes you special. wearing makeup does not mean that you're trying to hide your insecurities! Makeup is a way to enhance your looks, it does not mean you're faking it. Do what makes you feel better. Wear what makes you look better. Be you and do you! You're the queen of your own kingdom and nobody can force you into doing anything. Believe in yourself and enjoy every little moment in life 💟

Sick of your Tailor? Read this.

"Im sorry i had to go to a funeral back in my village and i couldn't meet the deadline to stitch your clothes",  the exact same dialogue every single one of us has heard maybe only once in our lifetime. What sucks more is to visit him every time by managing your time and being disappointed in the end. In such conditions you wish your tailor would have come to you by himself. Well if then you're one of those people who wished this, then you should know that your wish has been granted. A friend of mine has started this business majoring in stitched and unstitched fabrics, and tailoring for both male and female customers. If you're sick of driving to your tailor, it's time your tailor drives up to you. Yes, Zrafted makes it possible now.

They are an online business where you can buy Shalwar Kameez's fabric and get it stitched according to your personal preference. Not only this, they stitch within 24 hours and deliver is for free within Lahore. They deliver to other cities too. They have a wide variety of fabrics for both men and women. You can either find a printed fabric or one in a solid color.

They also have a wide variety of already stitched clothes again for both genders. You can find your perfect size and get your hands on these pretty good quality fabrics and clothes. The best part is that you can get them delivered at your doorstep for free*.

For more information go check out their socials:
Instagram: @zrafted
Twitter: @_zrafted
Facebook: facebook.com/zrafted
Web: Www.zrafted.com

*Free delivery is subject to your region. 

How and Where to Shop Online From?!

In this world of excessive competition, one needs to manage everything efficiently. It's not about buying things that are expensive, sometimes you can steal the show with having to spend the lowest proportionate amount of your income on them. I'll be honest with you, Pakistan is a place where not many of us struggle to get their own incomes in their teenage or young adulthood but we depend on our parents for the longest of times. In this way we can't really buy everything we want but we buy limited things that we need. Apart from us, the dependent people, even those who earn their own money wouldn't want to splurge unnecessary amounts of money on fashion trends that keep changing and the things you need today might have no worth in just a couple of days.
In my case, it is really difficult to create a thin line between the things that i really want and really really want because in a society owned by Instagram-ers and Pinterest-ers it is really difficult to not want everything you see in fashion. In such cases, it is important that I invest my money at the right time in the right places. Talking about that, you know by reading the title already where this all is going. It's a world of online shopping because who would want to roam around markets and from shop to shop searching for stuff that you can buy online with the ease of being in bed all day?
So honey, I got you covered. Be it shopping for clothes, or makeup or healthcare products.. Yes! Lets go!!
You can become the queen of online shopping once you get the hang of it.
➡Do not get clickbaited: 
When you're buying a product you have the right to ask the authority to send you the original photos of the product in natural lighting or else you might end up with something like this:

➡Shop from reliable sources:
Celebrities and blogger always tag the shops and stores they bought their clothes and makeup from. Look for stores and online shops that are trusted by recognized bloggers and celebrities.I have never bought clothes online cause i fear they won't stand up to my expectations so i won't include that. Some of my favorite places to shop from are:

 http://www.cosmeticplanetpk.com/
 https://www.shoppingbag.pk/
 https://www.daraz.pk/
 http://www.kaymu.pk/

Apart from these, if you do not like to buy from second party online stores then you can check branded stores directly for eg:

http://www.forever21.com/
http://www.bonanzaestore.com/
https://limelight.pk/
http://www.claires.com/

I hope this post was a help to you and you won't have to regret any future online shopping after reading this.

NOTE: Beware of  businesses that lie saying that their makeup products are 100% authentic, do your research, ask people to help you out.

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How to buy the Perfect Foundation?

Buying the perfect foundation shade for my skin has never worked out for me. It's always at least 4 shades lighter than my skin. Now, you would probably think what the hell is wrong with her, who does that?? Well, in my defense I would like to say that it is because I live in Pakistan and when you go to buy makeup here, the sales girls would miss guide you. I apologize if you're a makeup sales person and I offend you in any manner. But honestly, this is how it works in Pakistan. Not only would they tell you to buy blah blah more products, but they would argue with you about how your makeup technique is wrong and they are right. I went to buy a concealer and asked the sales girl to show me a shade lighter than my skin. She started arguing and said, "no, you're supposed to wear a concealer that is darker than your skin tone." I said, "Girrrllll, whatttt????" and she kept arguing and said that if I'm asking for a shade that is lighter than my skin tone, that would be a highlighter. Honestly speaking, my faith in those makeup sales girls died that day. Not only was she arguing and wrong, she got on my nerves for telling me that I was WRONG! Since that day, I've promised myself, not to come under the pressure of any of these people no matter what promises they make.
Buying a foundation has always been the most difficult task in the history of my makeup life. To get the perfect color, undertone and type are too much to pay attention to. Here are some of my useful tips to remember that I've learnt over these years to buy the perfect foundation that matches your skin and undertone.
The first thing you need to consider is to understand what your undertone is. It can either be warm toned, cool toned or neutral. Now how will you get to know which category do you fall in? Just get two pieces of jewellery. Get one in Gold and one in Silver. Go get it right now. Did you get it? Now place both of them on your wrist. Which one suits you more? The Gold one? The Silver one? Well, whichever one does, if it's the gold one, you're a warm toned person, if its the silver one, you're a cool toned one; and if in any case both the pieces look good on you the same, congratulations, you're a neutral toned person.
The next thing you would wanna know if the color matches exactly to your skin tone. Here's a quick tip: your wrist is never the same color as your face. Always, Always, ALWAYS, (see the emphasis?) try the color on the face near your neck. This will really show you what color matches your skin and what doesn't.
Try at least two to three colors closest to your complexion. in that way you will be more accurate in selecting the one that is best for you.
Always remember to check it in different lighting. If you can try checking it out in natural lighting which is the sun.
Note: Your complexion keeps changing according to the seasons. In summer your your complexion will be darker than usual and in winter it will be lighter than usual. If you still cant get the perfect match for your skin, try buying two foundations, one that is lighter than your skin and the other that is darker than your skin. When you want to apply you can always mix the two of them according to your personal preference.
I hope you found this helpful. If yes, share it with your friends and family to save them from spending money on a foundation that does not even match their complexion or skin tone. ❤❤

Aloe Vera Hacks

Aloe Vera can be used for multiple beauty concerned activities. Natural is best and Aloe Vera is one of the best examples of the most powerful elements nature has produced. Here are some of the easiest uses of Aloe Vera that will leave your face glowing.



1. For face scrub  

➨You need:

•  2 teaspoon aloe vera gel
• 1 banana 
• 1 teaspoon sugar (white or brown)
• 1 teaspoon of sour curd. 

 ➩Mash the banana and put it in a bowl. add all the ingredients and mix well. how with the use of your fingers apply the scrub all over your face and massage is for about 10 minutes. Rinse off with water after you're done. 

2.  For acne

 ➨You need:

• 2 teaspoon of aloe vera gel 
• 1/4 teaspoon of organic nutmeg powder
• few drops of lemon   

  ➩Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and apply them on your acne spots. 



3. For Dry Skin

 ➨You need:

•  2 teaspoon of aloe vera gel 
• 1/2 teaspoon of extra virgin oil or sweet almond oil
• 1 teaspoon of organic honey

 ➩Mix all the ingredients in a bowl and apply it on your face for half and hour and chill.





 


4. For oily skin 

 ➨You need:

•  2 teaspoon of aloe vera gel
• 1 teaspoon of yogurt  
• 1 teaspoon of tomato juice or puree 

➩ Mix everything in a bowl and apply it on your face for 15 minutes. Rinse off afterwards with water and your favorite face wash. 

5. For sensitive skin

 ➨You need:

• 2 teaspoon of aloe vera gel
• 1 teaspoon of papaya pulp

 ➩Mix everything together nicely and apply it on your face and let it sit for good 15 minutes. 




 6. For sun tan 

  ➨You need:

• 2 teaspoon of aloe vera gel
• 1 teaspoon of cucumber paste 
• 1 teaspoon of lemon juice 
• 1 teaspoon of curd  

➩ Mix everything well and let it love your skin for absolutely how ever long you want it to. 




7. For pigmentation or dark spots

➨You need:
 

• 2 teaspoon of aloe vera gel
• 1 teaspoon of carrot juice 
• 1 teaspoon of potato juice 

➩ Mix it all and put it on your face and let it sit for a couple of minutes.

Overnight Beauty Tips

Dry lips: 

Dry lips are often caused by lack of moisture and the lack of water. In such cases a quick remedy cannot be made by drinking a lot of water. In such scenarios you need hacks that can cut to the chase.
Here are some of my favorite solutions to this problem when I face it myself:

1. Keep your lips moisturized with your favorite lip balm. Mine is the Maybelline Baby lips lip balm.
2. When going to bed, apply a little bit of raw honey on your lips.
3. Vaseline is my all time fave aid to dry and chapped lips.
4. Vicks Vaporub. Yes, you heard me right! Vicks has been the fastest rescue to my dry, chapped and cracked lips. Just rub a little bit on your lips and wait for the magic to happen. It will not only make them softer but will plump them too. *whispers* this is a HudaBeauty approved method to chapped lips.
5.  Body butters and moisturizers work just fine aswell.

Acne:

I personally do not have acne on my face but my friends do and this works best for them. Before going to sleep, apply raw honey on your face and cover it with a bandage and say one last goodbye to them before sleeping. When you wake up the next morning, rinse your face with water and say hello to clear skin.

Split ends:

 

Who doesn't get split ends? Literally no one can save themselves from getting split ends. there are many natural cures for that but some of those that have worked for me are listed below:
1. Coconut oil. Apply it overnight of maybe twice or thrice a week, it works wonders.
2. Honey mixed with Olive oil works the best. Apply it before going to bed on the ends of your hair and let is sit for the whole night. Rinse your hair normally in the morning.

Scar:

Again, honey is the answer. This is not a quick remedy like its not gonna happen in one go. this might take days but it does work. Apply honey on your scar and leave it overnight. Rinse in the morning.