The Hijabi Project 2010

Salaams and Salutations Beauties,

So here we are..another year...another Ramadaan. For those who aren't Muslim, but read this blog, Ramaadan is one of the most sacred months in Islam. Its the month in which the Islamic holy book, The Qur'an, was reveled. During this month Muslims fast (no food, no water, no marital relations) from just before dawn to sunset, all over the world. Its a month of repentance, of curbing one's desire, to focus on our Creator.

Last year BU came up with the Hijabi Project 2009(read about it here and here. A way for sisters to donate hijabs, accessories, and or money for new shahadas in the Washington, DC area. This was due to the increase of new Muslimahs in the area under 25, masha~allah (May Allah be praised). This year...readers, make it happen where YOU live. Host a 'Hijabi Project 2010' iftar, the meal after a day of fasting, in your community. Collect gently used or under used hijabs for new shahadas, sister that are incarcerated or sister in need. These are trying times we live in, Ramaadan is a way to purge what you have and insha~allah( God-willing) you'll receive a blessing in the next life.

Post a comment and let us know when your iftar is/was, and how many hijabs you collected? At the end of Ramaadan the reader who collected the MOST hijabs and or hijabi swag (pins, stick pins, accessories + hijabs) will WIN....a gift card to LUSH!!

**to claim this prize you will need to post a pick of said hijabs and sag on your blog (if you blog) or email it to me: ummamirah[at]beautifulummah[dot]com**

So start planning your dates. Get your iftar list together.

B Beautiful!
Umm Amirah

Beauty on the Outside: Creative Overgarments

Salaams and Salutations Beauties,

Its HOT in the CITY!! 100 degrees here in the DC area. I pray you are staying cool and hydrated where EVER you are.

So when its hot and heavy outside..What is a hijabi/mujalbaba to do? I wear cool and light colors with light and thin hijabs. Need some linen styles? Check out Creative Overgarments (dot) com. Sister Tawanda is doing it up. Providing sisters with unique and creative styles to wear. Now I purchased linen for my overgarments..but one can purchase heavier fabrics for the winter.

In June she ran a special: 3 overgarments for $95 dollars and free shipping. It basically came out to 'buy two get one free'. Customers provide the fabric, that's fine with me. Below are pics of the three styles I choose.

This turquoise overgarment is the :Scrunch empire
This one is the :scrunch sleeve in pink
This is the:belted in Khaki(natural linen)
*photos taken by K.Cohen with HTC cell phone
I have worn two so far. Lots of complements. Lots of interest.

For July Sister Tawanda the special is '$35 overgarments w/ 2 details w/ free shipping and fast turnaround time. Material not included.' Turn around time is fast and Sister Tawanda is very much the business women. She will save your measurements in her database so you only need to send them once. She makes sure her clients are satisfied to they can order again.

Looking for something for EID? Get on it how!! Fabric is on sale till Labor Day.

B Beautiful!!
Umm Amirah

Steals and Deals: the 4th

Salaams and Salutations Beauties!!

The Holiday weekend is approaching..so that means...'Steals and Deals' this weekend!!

Check out an old fav of mine Pure Luxe Cosmetics:

June 25th through July 9th
25% off $25.00-$99.99 worth of product
30% off $100.00 - $199.99 worth of product
35% off $200.00 and up

For those frugalistas....stock up on $1 samples of PL's GREAT mineral shadows!!
Try the lipies as well...she's got a NEW one that I've got my eye on..Mistress (ooohhh aaaahhh oooo). Don't forget to put the discount in your cart.

Shop Craze is offering an additional 20% OFF on already reduced prices and on sale items of TrueFace & NYX Cosmetics.

Coupon Code: HAPPY4
Expires: July 10, 2010

Enjoy your days off...or on.

B Beautiful!
Umm Amirah

Something You Need !!!

Greetings Beauties!

For those whose skin suffers from summer clogged pores, Dermalogica has a something just for you!


Daily Microfoliant!!! Available from Ulta!!!



This great treat for all skin types is a wonderful addition to your daily nigh time treatments. This rice derived exfoliant is both a physical and chemical exfoliant with wonderful natural botanicals gently sloughs off dead skin which in turn allows new fresh skin to shine through. Use it after your cleanser before your toner by pouring 1/4 tsp of the granules in your hand and mix with water, apply to the skin of the face and neck while gently massaging in circular motions. Rinse and follow with your toner, serum and moisturizer. This treat will help even skin tone and texture while cleansing your clogged and enlarged pores. Get it, use it and love it!!!

Caio Beauties!!!

Who's on First?

Salaams and Salutations Beauties!!!

Summer is SOON in FULL swing (its NOT official until the 23rd of this month), but we here in the D/M/V have been feeling it!!

So what does BU have for the summer...hmmm LOTS.

1) Review of MuslimDiva (dot) com (clothing)
2) Review of Overgarments (dot) com
3) Summer looks (oooohhh aaaaahh)
4) Riyaadah Fashion show (July 2010)
5) The Hijabi Project 2010

So get ready beauties.....

B Beautiful,
Umm Amirah

NYC Make up Show

Beauties....OMG.

I just have to go STRAIGHT into this. Our little BU group started out early for the NYC Make up show. We got 1 day tickets because SOME poor people gotta work!!

Any whoo. The Make up show was great. Who did we see: BECCA, Make Up For Ever, MAC, Ignot,Stilla, Eve Pearl, Crown Brushes, and lots of newbies I didn't know. It seems like the BIG thing there was air brushed make up. I'm not a make artist so..it was way over my head.

So the NYC Make up show comprises of vendors, make up artists, bloggers, press and make up enthusiasts. I guess I'm the later. It was soo nice to see most of the Make up bloggers I frequent. I only took a picture with ONE...too shy and insignificant to say a word.

Amina from Coup de Coeur. Masha~allah such a sweet person..and a real beauty.


After two hours of 'make up,make up, make up' the group was tired and hungry.

Please enjoy the pics.


Make Up For Ever (MUFE) BIG booth. Great discounts.


Smashbox

MAC Art



Eve Pearl was sooo down to earth. She did great demos.








Umm Aminah Honest



Next are the days hauls:




Crown Brushes


Finally got my foundation!!! 40% off!!


Great products. I have have two..the lip tints. Oh they double as a type of pot rouge.


great brush cleaner. smells great.

Hope you enjoyed...we surely did.
B Beautiful,
Umm Amirah

Been a long...we couldn't have left you

Salaams and Salutations,

Umm seems like LIFE has hit the Beautification team here at BU.

Umm lets see:
UmmAminahHonest...has a new gig...at ULTA. Koodos to her. If you ever in Silver Spring MD...look her up.

DynamicRadiance..had a BABY!!! Masha~allah..the new baby is a girl. She FINALLY got her girl. Mabrook (congrats lady)

HijabiApprentic ...has left BU **tear drops**. Her life is moving and shaking and we bid her a BIG thanks for her continued support of BU and all the articles she's blessed us with

Now...me. Well I'm starting a certificate program and trying to move. But we will try to catch up and keep up with you lovely ladies...

Be Beautiful!!
Umm Amirah