3.2,1...hello 2014!

salama, hi, hello, hola, aloha, bonjour Lovely readers!
Since it is the holiday season and pretty much the end of 2013(wow it feels weird to say that) I decided to write a post.
Starting off, 2013 was a bit boring and a bit plain...initially. But little did I know, it was to be a remarkable year that changed my life. I had no idea that such huge beautiful things could occur. 2013 played a major part in me growing spiritually, mentally and in all sorts of ways. I learnt a lot this year. I'm not just saying that you guys but honestly I did.
I also learnt to have positive attitude(alhamdullilah:)) which I think we all should. Being a teen, (ah well we all know the teenage drama) it is crucial to alter and adjust your attitude. You can practically solve and reduce half your problems via the help of your attitude. Not being whiny, cranky, not overthinking, not critisizing yourself and most importantly believing in yourself.
2013, oh what do I say? You have been indeed a miraculous year, telling that all the things that happen in  life are there for a reason. Even if one is going through a tough time, it'll all lead to GOOD. Just believe in God, and your true self. Miracles happened(mashaAllah) and I couldn't be more thankful. I realised that whatever happens, is always for the best :)
Let's hope to make 2014 better than 2013 Inshallah!
Moving on, the answers to the big questions everyone asks you before the new year:
What are your new years resolutions?
Well, mine are as follows:

I think its important for us to actually take our resolutions seriously and try to follow and incorporate that into our lives and NEVER, EVER, EVER let anyone bring us down

Having said that, I'll wrap up ze last post of 2013 with hope and prayers for a better, peaceful and fun year ahead in all our lives and a post-ful one(i know that's not a real word,ah well) blogo-spherically:)
My prayers, hugs and wishes go out to all my lovelies!
Until next (wait should i write post or year? ha ha) post/year,
stay beautiful, stay strong, stay YOU and chase your dreams until your dreams chase you! love, em.

Happy Holidayssss!

Salam, hi, hello, hola, aloha, bonjour,everyone!

It's that time of the year again! Movies, blankees, duvets, coffee(actually, hot chocolate for me- i dont seemto love coffee*dont judge mee*, chocolate, marshmallows,fuzzy socks, books, magazines, and ooh, ze freedom from mid terms.

I think it needless to explain my hibernation from the blogosphere since I clearly stated the cause above. 2013 just ended in a poof and honestly, i kinda want the summer to come back. Anyways, your oliveoil made donuts yesterday which were finished up by the family in pretty much seconds. (viva la mom and viva la moms recipes) ;)

I will soon, inshaAllah post my verdicts on ze year 2013 and until then Bubyee!

 

Fall or Foe + Yay

Hey guys!
I know I haven't posted in quite a while now 'cause I've been busy with school and stuff.

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Now that summer has actually ended(-sigh) and its now fall time. Unlike most of the people, I'm not a crazy wooo gaga fan of fall. Honestly speaking, I don't really like it at all. Except for the new trends and the dark color awakening. Particularly because of the dry, dusty and not-hot-not-cold weather. I kinda makes me realise that winter, the time for couch potato-ing, hot chocolate with marshmallows in your new mug, a gazzilion of movies and relaxing in you favorite blankee and your 10day, next to nil winter holidays is STILL not here.
Anyways, Eid is tomorrow, so YAAAYYYY!!! You can read  HS'spost on Eid incase you've missed it.
Well, that's it for now:)
Happy Eid, Happy Autumn!
Until next post,
Stay happy,
Stay blessed,
Stay YOU!

Ze Liebster Award

Hey everyone, Guess what, your Olive Oil got nominated for the Liebster Award by the lovely Salma Jaber from  Dream Puddle of Love. How sweet! Thankyou so much!

Liebster is German for loved, sweet, endearing, kind, valued, cute, beloved and dearest. And its given by bloggers to bloggers who have less than 200 GFC followers.

I, am on the podium writing/saying my acceptance speech: It truly feels amazing to have encouragement for what you do. And I thank you all for your lovely support and encouragement which will make more awesome posts come your way from my side.

Ha Ha. 

So here are the rules:

1. Link back to the blogger who nominated you thanking them.

2. Answer the 10 questions you've been asked from the person who nominated you.
3. Create 10 questions of your own to ask some other bloggers.
4. Share the love: Choose 9 other bloggers, with less than 200 followers, to nominate and send them a comment or message letting them know you've nominated them.

1. Why did you start your blog?

I primarily started it up to express my love for writing, beauty, fashion, lifestyle and all the little things I love. It seemed a great idea to me to share my thoughts and rantswith you guys.

2. Do you enjoy blogging?

Why, yes I do!

3.What category would you put your blog in?

Beauty, thoughts, fashion, lifestyle.

4, What 3 words describe you?

Crazy, fun. sweet

5. What are 3 random facts about you?

I save stuff food goodies like chocolate, chips etc for my favorite TV shows so I can watch them while I'm eating, or eat while I'm watching.

6. Whats your favorite Disney movie?

Definitely Tangled.

7. Whats your favorite drugstore makeup brand?

Maybelline and MUA.

8. Who's your favorite model?

I dont have any favorite models in general.

9. What inspires you?

Glitter, stars and icecream and and and reading+writing

10. Who's your favorite blogger at the moment?

I have many, like Stacey, Ellie, Shelley, Salma Emily and Elle!

I nominate: 

Cutie Pie Penguin

Miss Becca Beauty

Emily

Shelley

Maryam

Jess

Sophie

Alice

Pheobe

My Questions for you:

1. How did you get into blogging?

2. Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

3. What do you wanna become when you grow up?

4. Whats your favorite makeup brand?

5. Who's your favorite blogger?

6. Who is your role model?

7. Whats your favorite type of music?

8. Whats your favorite color?

9. Describe yourself in 5 words

10. What is the thing that you love the most about blogging?

Other than these nominees, I nominate all other bloggers as well and do link me your acceptance posts so that I can know of your answers as well<3

I have more awesome posts for you guys lined up and your encouragement is gonna make more awesome posts inevitable.

Until next post,

The lips of a Baby- Maybelline Baby Lips Review

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The packaging is adorable<3

Salam, Hi, Hello, Hola, Aloha, Bonjour, lovely readers!
Since I haven't done a proper post after the Day 30 post, here's a wild idea, lets do a ramble review on the in thing today! That's right, I'm talkin' about Ze Baby Lips.
Having such a huge hype created on the interweb, in the UK and elsewhere, and being a lipbalm,it got me attracted to it.  It now, sits on my desk while I write this, on the verge of running out.
I have he one in Quenched, which basically id your untinted, mild scented moisturising lipbalm. The store I went into for this only had this one, so was the only choice I had.

Longevity: 3/5                        

My other Labello Fruity Shine lipbalm in strawberry is much more long lasting,and right after it evaporates, my lips feel terrible and super dry. Not saying its really bad, but you gotta keep reapplying it. Second of all, it claim "8 hour protection" but honestly, it only lasts for like 3-4 hours max.

 Quality 5/5

To be honest this is quite a hydrating product. it makes my lips fell super soft and smooth. They are mildly scented and flavored and do have a nice texture. Plus, it even has SPF!

          Price: 4.5/5

For what I paid, it is worth, but again, the Labello ones are like a bit cheaper and more long lasting and more tinted etc.

Would I repurchase: Yes.
Final Verdict: I would definitelly recommend it to you, because it is awesome for an everyday lipbalm or for like, school and more casual times. I love wearing this for school, cause it has SPF in it I love to keep my lips moisturised where ever I go.
I hope you guys found this review helpful, as this is the first review Iam having up on my blog so any suggestions, comments and feedback would me highly appreciated and encouraged. You can leave me your blogs too so we can be blog buddies!:)

Have you tried the Maybelline Baby Lips?

Until next post,

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Oh God, Day 27, 28, 29 and a freakin 30!+ Eman S Siddiqi declares it to be officially over!

My crazy crappy internet and beginning of school has really messed this up. But, nothing can mess up without my permission. HAHAHA.*evil laugh* Anyways, this also will be a concluding post of the 30 day blog challenge. You guys probably got to know a lotta things about me through this challenge. It certainly also got me into the blogging mojo.
Enough rambling for now, lets get started.
Day 27: A quote I try to live by:
Okay, not just one but one of the many has to be Cleanse, tone and moisturise and I try to follow this A LOT. Below are a few more:)

Day 28: ten people whom I'd invite to dinner+the menu

okay so number one:

1. My parents

2. My sister

3. Elle Woods(you know how much I love the character)

4.Michelle Phan, a huge inspiration

5. My fellow lovelies on the blogosphere

6. All the awesome splashes who've followed my bloggie.

7.My friends

8. Bethany

9. Kandee Johnson

10. Johnny Depp

Okay, yes! I am a dreamer..

Ze Menu: Cheesecake, Pizza, Chocolate fountain, lovely steaks, mousses, tarts and peri peri, and more perhaps.

Day 29: Something I'm excited for: 

Okay, at the moment, I'm excited to go on a an insane shopping spree I've planned!!!!

Day 30(ahhh): My goals for the next 30 days:

To practically blog MORE.

Phew, I now declare this challenge to be officially over. This challenge was so much fun and I'm glad I accepted and finished this challenge.

Ciao for now, lovelies.x

Until next post, 

*photos are by Google and Tumblr

Day 23, 24 and 25!

Ello' Gorgeous!

Beginning with: Day 23: Something that I miss

I dont really miss something in particular, but yeah there a tonnes a good things that I do miss.

First of all, I miss the unanimous-ness of ourselves which seems to be vanished completely. I miss the love everyone had for each other. Thirdly, I miss YOUTUBE.

Day 24: Words/phrases that make me laugh.

okay, I'll say it. "The phrases from movies."

like, in diary of a wimpykid:

Rodrick: "Its the base solo, tirdbirdwird dont you know anything about music?"and others.

basically each and every funny phrase in movies, if you say em in fronta me, I'll burst out laughing.

Day25: Someone who fascinates me

Weird question. There are a lotta people who fascinate me. First of all, my mom, being such an inspiration. Second off, Elle Woods from Legally Blonde. Oh yeah.

Ciao for now!

until next post,

Day 20, 21 and 22.I know, WHAT?

Bam. As you guys can tell, school has started and that is probably the reason why I skipped a few days of the challenge. But, no worries!, Imma do it all!

Beginning with, day 20: Things you what if about.
I've never actually thought about this one, but to be honest I am quite a what if-fer. Let's see,
 What if I do it the other way?
What if I choose that, instead of this.
What if I do it, the Eman S Siddiqi way? Wait, I'll answer that, "it'll be awesome and better than ever."
And yeahh...

Day 21: Your favorite subject to study and why?
Ummm. Wait, WHAT?
Does anyone here actually, *favorite* studying?
Subjects at school really, kinda make zzzzz. But since one of my GCSE subjects is Art, is SO FUN.
Other than that, I think Psychology would definitely be hands down my favorite subject.

Day 22: How have you changed in the last 2 years?
Interesting question. 2 years ago, I was like, what?, 13. Of course I have changed quite a lot now. I know, who to trust, who punch in the face, whose butt to kick. I have become a blogger, about which I had no idea of becoming. I've become wiser and more DIY-er. I gotta to know that drama, not just being on TV, exists a lot in real life, too.

What are your answers to these? Let me know!

Ciao, for now cutehead!
Until next post,

Day 19: 5 items I lust after

Hello Beautiful!

Okay so number one:

1. Iceceam. You canneverhave enough icecream.
2. makeup. Ofcourse! Tehn I get to do more reviews and swatches and looks for you guys.
3. Lipbalm. Not the same thing you guys! Lipbalm is irreplacable!
4. Chocolate. Does someone NOT agree with me on this?
5. Writing, oh how I heart you!

                                                       What are your items?

Until next post,

Day 18: Top five dream jobs

Hola Bonjour, lovelies!
Lets get started!

1. A food critic:

Okay, so you basically get to munch on  food, and when you're done, point out some silly things!

    2. A spa critic:

Do I really wanna say something about it?I think not.

    3. A PR pro:

WOW. :O

    4. a Lawyer:

ohsointerestesting!

   5.Design/psychology:

They've both quite a lot interested me, being so artsy and DEEP.

So yeah, thats about it, and dont worry, day 19, 20, 21 are COMIN'!
                                                      What are your dream jobs?
Until next post,