From a humble start of leaving the world of finance to write a beauty blog, Huda Kattan now has become one of the most recognizable names in makeup around the world. The 36-year-old Iraqi-American now runs her eponymous empire Huda Beauty, a makeup line valued at $1.2 billion that has fast become a favorite among A-list celebrities and artists around the world.

Cleaning makeup brushes is as essential as having a regular beauty routine. Allowing makeup to collect on your brushes can pose serious hygiene issues.

Busting makeup myths

June 11, 2019 18:45 pm

There are millions of makeup tutorial videos and articles on the internet, but your skin needs a comprehensive care.  Any bad makeup advice can damage your skin.

Fortunately, beauty mavens the world over, have ingenious tricks to considerably shorten that time. We bring you five lazy girl makeup hacks to make your lives a whole lot easier.

Wear or bare?

May 10, 2019 09:23 am

Whether you want to put on some bold lipstick and do fancy eye makeup or not is up to you. It’s a personal choice. But women are often criticized for both wearing and not wearing makeup. Wear too much and you are called cake-face. Go bare and you are asked if you are tired or sick. In this case, why can you do? Wear or go bare?

SEOUL, Sept 26: Artist Dain Yoon looks in the mirror to find her canvas: with the help of makeup, she makes her face appear to be transparent and merging with the sky, buildings and the landscape behind her without a drop of Photoshop!

Mixtures of chemicals found in beauty products, often aimed at female consumers, could harm their reproductive hormones. Researchers at George Mason University, Virginia, examined the impact of exposure across the menstrual cycle in the new study.

A day in the life of a beauty blogger

August 24, 2018 10:07 am

Makeup artist, beauty blogger, and social media influencer Purnima Giri claims she is living her dream life. Currently based in Bangladesh, Giri mentions that she loves the fact that she gets to decide on every aspect of her life and that she is her own boss. The Instagram star who has over 10,000 followers on the social media site frequently uploads new and creative makeup looks and tutorials on her YouTube channel too.

Minimal makeup

April 20, 2018 07:53 am

Summer is finally here and with summer comes sweat. The makeup you so diligently apply before you head to work in the morning will probably not last the day. So, if constant reapplication isn’t something you have time for, your best bet at staying put together and composed is by following the less is more rule.

Men’s makeup

April 6, 2018 08:26 am

Let’s get it clear for once and for all. Men do wear makeup. Maybe you just didn’t know about it. So to list out a few tips and tricks that every makeup wearing man should know, we at The Week caught up with Binita Shah from Glow to Glow, The Beauty Studio in Bhatkeko Pul, Kathmandu. She helped us form a complete makeup guide to get the no-makeup look for men. Read on to find out what she had to say.

We have all been there, when we are too lazy to remove our make-up. From attending late-night weddings to a long day at work, removing make-up seems like a tedious job at night. But, do you know that this habit can take a toll on your skin.

Makeup for different skin type

January 12, 2018 09:07 am

Even before makeup experts begin picking cosmetic products to apply on their clients, there is an important factor that they consider: the client’s skin type.

Pairing make-up with hair colour

January 7, 2018 11:54 am

Have you ever noticed that sometimes, no matter what sort of make-up you apply, it just doesn't complement your look. The next time you blame it on the dress you are wearing or the colours that you have chosen for yourself, wait! If you have coloured hair, it is equally crucial for you to select a make-up base and shade that suits your hair hue. Take a cue from here.

Make-up tricks for a chubby face

January 5, 2018 12:36 pm

All of you would agree that there’s something attractive about girls with chubby cheeks, but then girls are seldom satisfied with the way they look, aren’t they? And, if you are one of those girls who’s sick of hearing how cute you look, thanks to your rounded cheeks, it’s time to turn the table and change the way you look. Yes, you read that right, wearing the right kind of make-up can make your face look thinner than it actually is and here are 7 make-up hacks that will make your round face seem thin.

The right makeup

December 29, 2017 08:06 am

Picking the right tools is crucial when it comes to carrying out any task and, as it happens, the same theory applies to putting on makeup as well.

Bridal hair and makeup tips

November 25, 2017 08:22 am

You've got the dress sorted; now it's time to think about wedding beauty. We've put together these bridal make-up and hairstyle tips, with a little help from the experts, to make sure you look flawless on your big day.

From lotions and concealers to nail polishes and blush brushes, there exist a variety of tools that are essential in our makeup kit. Picking these items might be easier for those who know the basics of makeup, but beginners often don’t know where to start. For the confused ones, The Week is here to help. We talked to Sajina Shilakar, senior beauty expert at Bliss Beauty Salon in Pulchowk, Lalitpur, and found out what exactly we need to put in our very first makeup kits.

From lotions and concealers to nail polishes and blush brushes, there exist a variety of tools that are essential in our makeup kit. Picking these items might be easier for those who know the basics of makeup, but beginners often don’t know where to start. For the confused ones, The Week is here to help. We talked to Sajina Shilakar, senior beauty expert at Bliss Beauty Salon in Pulchowk, Lalitpur, and found out what exactly we need to put in our very first makeup kits.

Revolutionizing make-up

July 6, 2017 12:28 pm

Though Sizi Thapa has no studio of her own, she is still one of the few established make-up artists in the country. She works as a freelancer and lives her days with versatility. Her 10-day make-up workshop, which to a make-up beginner was one of the most informative make-up experiences, concluded on July 4.

The art of makeup

April 28, 2017 09:17 am

Have there been times when you have looked at a photo and cringed at the way your eyeliner had been applied, or how you had concealed those dark circles? While putting on makeup is a matter of personal taste and there are no hard and fast rules, there are certain things you just shouldn’t do. The Week lists out some common makeup mistakes with easy hacks to fix them.

The right ways to store makeup

March 17, 2017 00:05 am

Let’s admit it, there are some of us out there who are guilty of keeping our cosmetics in a grungy old zipper pouch that we may or may not have had since high school. And it’s not even a question of habit, it seems there are still many women who haven’t quite discovered the benefits of organizing their makeup and accessories. Getting ready in the morning can be so much easier when you can actually find what you need. The Week talked to salon owners for their expertise on the best practices of maintaining our cosmetics. Indeed more cosmetics don’t have to spell storage problems.

Makeup with Lemii

November 18, 2016 09:22 am

From teaching herself how to put on makeup to becoming a professional makeup artist, in just five years, Lemii Tamang has come a long way and she is now one of the most sought after makeup artist in Nepal.

The art of makeup

November 11, 2016 09:41 am

Whether you’re a fan of makeup or not, you will always wants to look your best. After all, how you look isn’t only about crafting a good first impression but it also dictates how you feel about yourself.