10 Everyday Makeup Hacks Every Woman Needs to Know

Manishi Bajaj

Make up is an art form every woman needs to learn while growing up. From the bright pink lip gloss of early teenage years to the exquisitely drawn winged eyeliners that might take an inordinate amount of time to get right; a woman goes through the stages of being her own makeup artist. She finally emerges at the pinnacle, having mastered the ‘look’ but only after various hits and trials.  Every woman who has gone through all this would appreciate the effort and time that goes into getting it just right. To make your life easier; we have compiled a list of makeup hacks that will have you looking better than ever, with only a fraction of the effort.

HACK I: Apply baby powder in between coating of mascara for fuller looking lashes.

Use a Q-tip to disperse baby powder on your lashes, between applying each coat of mascara. The mascara will stick to the powder to give you plump lashes with the final coat. Voilà! You don’t need fake lashes anymore!

HACK II: Hold a card behind your lashes before applying mascara to avoid a smear.

                      

Use an old business card or paper you have cut out, put it behind your lashes and then apply mascara. Especially on the bottom lashes, it will save your makeup from mascara smudges.

HACK III: Dusting translucent powder over your lipstick with the help of a tissue will make it last longer.

Use your favorite lip color then put a tissue over your mouth and apply translucent powder over it. It will give you a long-lasting color.

HACK IV: Stick your finger in your mouth to avoid getting lipstick on your teeth.

                           

There is nothing more unattractive than getting lipstick on your teeth. You can also use a Q-tip to swap around the excess lipstick from the inside of your lips. That way your lipstick will stay only where it’s supposed to be.

HACK V: Make a triangle to conceal your dark circles instead of highly used dotting.

                           

Instead of making dots in a semicircle, apply concealed in a triangular way coming from corner of your eyes. This is the best way to hide your dark circles, redness under the eye or any other spots. It creates a flat canvas on the skin to bring out cheekbones while contouring.

HACK VI: Make that eye shadow pop by masking your eyelid with white eyeliner.

                           

For your eye shadow to look brighter and vibrant, use white eyeliner or cream eye shadow as base. Apply it all over your lid up to the brow and blend it properly with a darker shade to bring out the best color.

HACK VII: Get glossy lips with a pinch of shimmer eye shadow without actually using a lip gloss.

                          

If you are not a fan of your hair sticking to your lip gloss, then use shimmery eye shadow in the middle of your lips to give it a fuller look. Color your lips with your favorite lipstick and with the help of your finger or a Q-tip, take a little bit of shimmer eye shadow and apply it right in the middle of your bottom lip and on the top. This one comes as a tested trick by Bruce Grayson, the official makeup artist of the Oscars.

HACK VIII: Blow dry your hair upside down to avoid frizz and more volume.

                   

Give your hair that extra lift by drying your hair downwards. Working on the roots with the blow dryer will give your hair that extra volume they need.

HACK IX: Save on Blush.

                         

What if we tell you that make up and money saving can be teamed up? Save the money on blush by substituting it with a lipstick. Blend it on your cheeks with some moisturizer for better coverage.

HACK X: Right Spots Make That Scent Last

                          

Apply your favorite perfume on the base of your throat, behind your ears, inside your wrists and elbows, and behind your knees. Spray some on your hairbrush and comb your hair with it to leave a sweet scent everywhere you move through the day.

Wittiest Quotes about Women by Famous Men

Kajal Jain

• "There are only three things to be done with a woman. You can love her, suffer for her, or turn her into literature."- Henry Miller

• “Women speak two languages -- one of which is verbal.”-Shakespeare

• “I would rather trust a woman's instinct than a man's reason.”- Stanley Baldwin

• “There are two theories to arguing with a woman. Neither works.”- Will Rogers

• “The great question that has never been answered and which I have not yet been able to answer, despite my 30 years of research into the feminine soul, is: ‘What does a woman want?’”- Sigmund Freud

• " The true man wants two things: danger and play. For that reason he wants woman, as the most dangerous plaything."- Friedrich Nietzsche

• “Ah, women! They make the highs higher and the lows more frequent.”- Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche

• “In love, women are professionals, men are amateurs.”- Francois Truffaut

• “Women are made to be loved, not understood.”- Oscar Wilde

• “After all these years, I see that I was mistaken about Eve in the beginning; it is better to live outside the Garden with her than inside it without her.”-Adam's Diary- Mark Twain

• “Being a woman is a terribly difficult task, since it consists principally in dealing with men.”- Joseph Conrad

• “He - and if there is a God, I am convinced he is a he, because no woman could or would ever fuck things up this badly.” ― George Clarin

Awesome Date Ideas for This Valentine’s Day

Kajal Jain

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If you found yourself looking for ideas on this webpage here, chances are that you have been badly smitten by the ‘love bug.’  Love is one thing that makes our life beautiful in ways nothing else does. Valentine’s Day is a celebration of this love that brightens up your life.

While couples indulge in various fun activities on this day to celebrate their togetherness, some of you might sort of run out of ideas about what interesting activities can be done. Speaking out of experience, here is a selection that we have curated:

Come to Coffee, Baby

                                          

And now after years of being with each other you do not know how to spark up the romance again? Try this casual coffee date that you arrange for him at the porch, lawn or a nearby garden. Take him by surprise when you walk him up to this breathtaking arrangement and loads of your time. Visit the old memories lane which you have left and discuss all that has been unsaid. They are wise who say nothing builds a relationship like communication.

Baking Love

Searching for an activity that is fun to participate for both of you? Cook! Regardless of the fact that you know cooking or you are a miserable failure at it; just invite him to a bake date. You can even pick one cuisine that you are both new to. Choosing something new can bring you closer as you both stand at the same level of ignorance.

Camp Indoors

You know what is sexy? To camp indoors! Scooch the night time essentials into a small tent that you build indoors with some moon lighting and light music. Invite your one and only into the warmness of the scene and look at his face instantly lighten up. Use candles to zest up the scene a bit.

Couple Reading

Select a genre that interests you both mutually. Now arrange for a cosy reading session in a surrounding you both are comfortable in. You can grab some classic that you both have been dying to read for long or something that you have both enjoyed before but would want to read along with the other now. This one makes for a great bonding session as well.

Gypsies Drive

When the world decides to take to bed; take him on a ride he would not want to forget for the rest of his life, in your four-wheeler. This small night drive can even make for a memorable trip that you take. Simply take on the highway and drive away from the town till the dawn comes. Night long chatting, highway edible knick-knacks and some soulful music will get the love brimming just fine.

Mid Night Snacker

Nothing befits a mid night snack time as desserts do. Do an elaborate dessert for him/her this valentine day and let it be symbolic of all the sweetness they have added to your life by being in it. This sweet gesture will leave some fond memories with them.

(Two) You on Wheels

Want something that you have not heard of before as a Valentine Day date idea? Get a bicycle and peddle them out of the town towards the woods or a place of scenic beauty. Carry no mobiles, music or any modern accessories just two of you, together on those two wheels.

 What else would then be required?

How do you like these Valentine’s Day Date Ideas?

7 Sexy Ways to Rock That Eyeliner

Kajal Jain

www.planetzuri.in

February is a month of social activity with town abuzz with social events and gathering that we need to attend. While getting dressed and putting make up is mandatory for all such occasions for any modern woman; experimenting with it is what fetches attention.

Its growing craze among woman and the absolute beauty and definition it provides to the eye; brought eyeliners into the list of ‘makeup essentials.’ Liquid, Gel and even Pens; liners are available in a variety of type and colour options. Naming the best eyeliner would be a simple subjective exercise which varies from person to person. Today, we bring to you 8 different ways to put eyeliner that you must try:

I.  Black & Silver Double Winged

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II.  Simple Black Double Winged

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III. Black Winged Liner

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IV . Black Inverted Wings

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V.  Black Short Winged Liner

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VI. Winged Outline

VII. Classic Old Egyptian Look

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What Actually Does A Woman Want?

Kajal Jain

Yes, we know you two love each other but still life with them ends in arguments and disappointments, which our relationships offer us. There must be things that you are doing wrong, things you should have been done otherwise. But your man probably has no clue exactly what is he doing to offend the woman in his life. However, we do. And we plan to take the reins in of your not-so-happy-not-so-sad, mediocre quality relationship in our hands now. Here is a list of all what a woman wants from her man:

5. Respect her

Maybe it is not just about the woman of your life. Maybe it is the right of every individual to live with dignity and respect. Many a times, people come with a fragile nature and tend to take offense in every little thing that happens. It varies from person to person. As she is your partner, you as her ‘man’ should be the person most close to her and should thus get insight into her nature. One must take care that no words; intentional or unintentional offend her. This will generate an innate confidence in her that she is respected by you and will bring harmony to the relationship.

4. Trust her

Women believe that trust is the basis of every successful relationship. Hence, they expect that they command your complete faith in them. While dating, nobody likes a man snooping around the restaurant while you are dining with a colleague, or scrutinizing through your private mail box while you are relaxing yourself over a bubble bath. Distrust is a turn off in itself and would show itself in the sharp decline of passion between you two. However, a little amount of faith can even help sail a sinking boat through the storm.

3. Pay Attention

The fact is humans crave attention. Women being the super-humans that they are, ask for a little more than that. Commanding attention is directly related to their own value in your life. The more you value them, the more attention you pay, regardless of the circumstance. Weather it is a trivial conversation that you both are having or a new dress she got for your date night, paying attention will get you a long way. Little things like these make big differences.

2. Never lie

Transparency is the secret of happy relationships. You probably cannot ever completely undo the effect that the knowledge of a lie will cast on her heart and mind. It would almost account to infidelity in her mind. Also, you can never hide a lie forever, truth always triumphs and there are chances it will trample your relationship based on lies with its power. On the other hand, speaking even the bitter truths can strengthen your relationship with building mutual trust.

1. Love her

They say that if you believe in love, expect a miracle. When everything else fails to work, the power of love will come to rescue your relationship from falling apart. Love is very much a pragmatic idea to save the relationship. It works in simple ways. Ego/Selfishness is one of the major causes of the tussle between partners. When this ego gets subdued by the power of love, the relationship will know bliss.

Don’t you agree, ladies?

6 Gowns That You Must Stock This Season

Kajal Jain

Special occasions and celebrations call for some extra efforts. They require you to be at your best self; be it your behaviour or your attire. Indian festive scenarios require you to go that extra mile with heavy drapes in attires like sarees; garara; shraras and lehengas.  But have not all these options been there for a while now and lost their charm? If you agree; and are on the lookout for an option that makes you outshine your peers; you are at the right place.Gowns are like a breath of fresh air to the list of Indian party wear options. The elegant silhouettes and graceful cuts have made it a popular choice among fashionistas. Here are some options that will help you dazzle the party:

Artistic Beige Net Santoon Gown

                

Glamour comes easy in this winsome beige gown in net with santoon lining. The neck, torso section and back of the attire are done in exquisite embroidery in royal blue and green. The gown takes a beautiful silhouette underneath the embroidery. Some fancy danglers in gold and you are perfect for the gathering.

Embellished Off White Net Santoon Gown

                 

Has the princess factor not worn off a bit in all these years of adulthood? We know what would suit you the best. This beautiful gown in Off white should be the ‘find’ for you. Embroidery done in a range of shades of pink settles itself beautifully through the torso region and looks befitting. Pair this piece with pink or crystal bracelet and spread the charm.

Lovely Grey Blue Net Santoon Gown

                 

Is the ‘unconventional’ is your cup of tea? We have something that would make you fall in love with itself. This dull grey gown done in bright blue embroidery and embellishments is a stylist’s dream.  The high quality net fabric gives it a graceful appearance and makes it worth ‘you’.

Artistic Grey Net Wedding Gown

                 

Dear Bride-to-be; your quest for that one ravishing piece of clothing that will make him drool has ended here. This dark grey gown done in breathtaking golden hand work around the neck and above belt is one piece of attire that will fetch glances. Go experimental with this colour that is definitely not the red and pink that you cupboard has been flocked with.

Beauteous Pink Net Wedding Gown

                  

One pink gown that leaves you star-struck by the look of it? Here you go! Simple? Check. Stunning? Double Check. Done in beautiful golden embroidery at belt and at neck line this is one chic party wear piece that needs to find a place in your wardrobe. Now!

Exquisite Deep Red Net Santoon Gown

                  

Do you strive to look stunning on that big day? Be effortless instead; in this alluring red gown here.  Loaded with fine embroidery and embellishment design in gold and copper; this red piece is every girl’s fetish. Live your own princess story in this one.

So which one did make it to your shopping cart?

What Neckline Suits You The Best?

Kajal Jain


How many times has it happened that you see a gorgeous piece of clothing but on someone who does not do justice to it at all? It is not necessary that a thing that looks great of the mannequin will suit you as well. Everybody has a different body shape and silhouettes/cuts of garments are in place to suit that shape. Not every cut or silhouette suits every person.

Here are some rules you must consider while choosing a neckline for yourself. Choose wisely:

Round Neck

A Round Neckline can be of two kinds: Crew Neck and Scoop Neck. While crew neck line essentially lines the base of your neck, a scoop neck line exposes most part around your neck and is broader than the former. Crew Neck line has made a wild come back this year.

While the crew neck line covers most part of the area above breasts and give the illusion of a fuller body; people with leaner upper halves and long necks look well in them. Scoop neck line exposes a certain amount of skin around the neck and can work well for people with heavier upper portion and shorter necks. Settling for adequate length of the scoop can be tricky, we advice not to go too deep as it would be soliciting attention to the problem area. Scoop necks also create the allusion of larger shoulders, suit yourself ladies!

Square Neck

If vouching for safe play; this is your chance girlies. A square neck line is universal in its approach and suits almost all body types. It exposes the collar-bone area and makes a fuller body appear leaner. Ladies with heavy cleavage area are successful in taking the focus off with this neck line. This neckline works equally well for people with a leaner frames. The neck line also makes your shoulders appear less broad. However, it is best that you avoid this particular neck line if you have a square shaped face.

V-Neck

A V-shaped neckline creates the illusion of a leaner figure and hence is a good option for body frames with many problem areas like O-shaped, Hourglass and Apple –shaped bodies. The neck line takes the focus to the face and away from cleavage if the V is small. In case the V is long, the focus shifts to the breasts and this style is recommended for people with leaner upper frames or Pear-shaped bodies.

Sweet-Heart Neck

This neckline forms its base at the bust line and hence works great with accentuating the cleavage area. People with narrow shoulders can create and enhanced look by opting for this neck line. People with heavy upper frames opt for this style as it provides maximum coverage and full support.

This neck line works best with round and oval shaped faces.

Halter Neck

This glamorous neck style is perfect to accentuate your broad shoulders. However, women with bulkier shoulders might want to avoid this one. As it creates and illusion of a heavier/ fuller body it is advised that only ladies with slender upper frames opt for this one in particular. If you have a pear-shaped or simple h-shaped frame, it is a definite must try for you.

Boat Neck

Boat neckline is known to look best of women with leaner and long necks. Women who have smaller faces can also work it well with this neckline. Since this neck line creates an allusion of a broader neck line; women with smaller upper portion stand to benefit the most with this one. This is one neck line which takes the attention away from your bulky shoulders to your centre.

Turtle Neck

Turtle necklines cover the length of the neck and thus are not suitable for stout-necked women. People with long necks and faces are best suited for such neck styles as this one. Since the fabric covers most part of your upper body; this neck style makes one look fuller than they already are. If you are endowed with narrow shoulders along with unflattering cleavage; this is the style that would suit you the best.

Chinese Collar Neck

People with slender necklines, distinctly visible collar bone and a heavy upper portion can easily tackle this problem area with Chinese collar style. This style accentuates your figure while giving nothing away. The visibility of collar bone with the length of the neck creates an illusion of height and thus takes the focus away from the breast area. All types of faces work well for this particular neck style.

So, which one are you choosing?