tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15826785120336164372024-02-19T01:40:20.754-05:00MakeuppediaSkincare with a sprinkle of makeup!Makeuppediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08957296647084944796noreply@blogger.comBlogger70125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1582678512033616437.post-57406153692217351952020-12-04T10:15:00.002-05:002020-12-04T10:15:47.829-05:00Laneige cream skin refiner review<p>As we enter the colder months, it is vital that we change our skincare routines and products to suit the weather. I, for instance, like to use thicker, more emollient creams and add in extra layers of hydrating toners to my skin. And today, I am going to talk about one such amazing hydrating toner - Laneige cream skin refiner.I was fortunate enough to have received this as a gifted from my friend, earlier this year. I did use it during the warmer months as well, but I think my skin will need this product more during the coming months. I use it between my serum and moisturizer. </p><p>As you can see, I have finished the entire bottle and completely enjoyed it!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJCOtRA4CxBapQ2cKnfxvM4UiBZgSkE5rrfDF8FThN7_2Fclb2vDVYJbWXLzqsrVCDPjhejr_xtm0UcE_RZ8tSXJARSyd4ZX2Seccf4mgDC79FlKTAI4CIZyqaxJ-C6MU-iG5Vymb5u-BN/s2048/IMG_20201204_094742_729.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJCOtRA4CxBapQ2cKnfxvM4UiBZgSkE5rrfDF8FThN7_2Fclb2vDVYJbWXLzqsrVCDPjhejr_xtm0UcE_RZ8tSXJARSyd4ZX2Seccf4mgDC79FlKTAI4CIZyqaxJ-C6MU-iG5Vymb5u-BN/s16000/IMG_20201204_094742_729.jpg" /></a>The consistency of it is slightly thicker than water, but still very runny. I could not believe the amount of hydration this runny toner provided to my skin. My skin looked plump and well hydrated immediately after application. I like to pour it onto my palms and press it on to my skin (this way my hands and face are hydrated!). I prefer not to use such hydrating toners on a cotton round. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjY8GlvMlXshzosi1pFWenrd-cLtC2uVWhPvPSAzyw_DnZH3IXNaq4vKWWL9zy0-ffZQM3Yqv0HAZOhFqaeOak69TfeCR4H81EjavnUCs5L6jjH75Zh8tYWpbGxvwyp0AZJi_78Q-Ge1Nzp/s2048/IMG_20201120_100749-01.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjY8GlvMlXshzosi1pFWenrd-cLtC2uVWhPvPSAzyw_DnZH3IXNaq4vKWWL9zy0-ffZQM3Yqv0HAZOhFqaeOak69TfeCR4H81EjavnUCs5L6jjH75Zh8tYWpbGxvwyp0AZJi_78Q-Ge1Nzp/s16000/IMG_20201120_100749-01.jpeg" /></a></p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8wF957x_YU-r6V5GHxlgCIAMprootGIU2RQhgRTddCAARqMCHtrugAg9hJIY9CIyD26KiEUZ-Q05iY8hjlmKckM_segaPDmpoWo9nhMW9TQBYYFqXX5xKxKRZE8YwlQjCAVheScfVPQk7/s2048/IMG_20201120_100800-01.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8wF957x_YU-r6V5GHxlgCIAMprootGIU2RQhgRTddCAARqMCHtrugAg9hJIY9CIyD26KiEUZ-Q05iY8hjlmKckM_segaPDmpoWo9nhMW9TQBYYFqXX5xKxKRZE8YwlQjCAVheScfVPQk7/s16000/IMG_20201120_100800-01.jpeg" /></a>It spreads really well and takes a few seconds to get absorbed into the skin. Once it is absorbed, it doesn't have that tacky feel, some toners have. On a regular day, I apply it once, but on days when my skin feels dehydrated, I apply multiple layers and it layers really well. Once I get a nice hydrated cushion-ey feel, I seal it with an emollient moisturizer. It is fragrance free and overall quite pleasant to use. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq56e8h_6ap3Ep2RGE0GyZ2xfwsJoWRrmtRgun95ASYXDIuEKFbIli35U9Bqsv0kIL6o-m-JurAW7zOVcOZm2EwFgjF2fTAsoP0k5EZmNCUbOOwUcvO4k0xCMnEc6O-ixqh20t_SnbTj9x/s2048/IMG_20200804_222017-01.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2047" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgq56e8h_6ap3Ep2RGE0GyZ2xfwsJoWRrmtRgun95ASYXDIuEKFbIli35U9Bqsv0kIL6o-m-JurAW7zOVcOZm2EwFgjF2fTAsoP0k5EZmNCUbOOwUcvO4k0xCMnEc6O-ixqh20t_SnbTj9x/s16000/IMG_20200804_222017-01.jpeg" /></a>I liked using it both AM & PM. Here is my night time routine, a few months back, and I used it after the Tranexamic acid and Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair, before Retinol in squalane.</p><p>In my honest opinion, this toner is overpriced here in the US. So I try to buy it from Korean beauty websites. As you can see I have already finished this bottle. I like to try a variety of hydrating toners (and have already purchased another hydrating toner to try) but, I will definitely repurchase this toner. </p><p>I am a fan! </p><p>Have you tried this toner?</p>Makeuppediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08957296647084944796noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1582678512033616437.post-41418787737936736752020-10-05T19:40:00.003-04:002020-10-05T19:55:17.771-04:00Affordable moisturizers reviewHi all!<div dir="auto">I have been trying a few affordable moisturizers these past few weeks and I'd like to share my thoughts with you.</div><div dir="auto">There are currently three moisturizers that I have been using. They are all quite affordable. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwdq9uLiCs1MZU3RM2yfPl5obOVQwNprk_kAExYo9JP49FvYWUDC_exhkQgsCnqtoHsXYuggn0xNxnwt-dpLVvyYe1muyw_G81bsVsjTtoZ83k5c7eseVIoCR0Ef2WJdX3-nQsUzJBnWDd/s2048/Blogpic_oct16.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwdq9uLiCs1MZU3RM2yfPl5obOVQwNprk_kAExYo9JP49FvYWUDC_exhkQgsCnqtoHsXYuggn0xNxnwt-dpLVvyYe1muyw_G81bsVsjTtoZ83k5c7eseVIoCR0Ef2WJdX3-nQsUzJBnWDd/s16000/Blogpic_oct16.jpeg" /></a></div><div dir="auto">The ordinary natural moisturizing factors + HA - Very affordable product. Does not have added fragrance, does not smell like anything at all. It squirts out thick and looks opaque but spreads well on the skin. It reminds me of the CeraVe moisturizer. For how thick it looks, I expected it to be a bit more moisturizing than it actually is. It gives the skin a matte finish on application. And for me it is perfect underneath my sunscreen in the morning and an oil or a thicker mask at night. But it does not provide enough moisture/hydration on it's own for my skin. </div><div dir="auto">Price is $7.50 for 100 ml. I am not sure if I will repurchase.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcANnU7jRYtfPcY5MleTUJKVW9w3ZeHDw66vDyusd4J9sIrpW9Ltpp7wYWcWEMiwW9Ml68Q3SrPA63me7MY5IwpNiNPo230uuReYhNLAlTB-bwslxjUjKjhJBrd3L0SziPgsYDcQ0YQf5-/s2048/Blogpic_oct1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1909" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcANnU7jRYtfPcY5MleTUJKVW9w3ZeHDw66vDyusd4J9sIrpW9Ltpp7wYWcWEMiwW9Ml68Q3SrPA63me7MY5IwpNiNPo230uuReYhNLAlTB-bwslxjUjKjhJBrd3L0SziPgsYDcQ0YQf5-/s16000/Blogpic_oct1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6QeQgeWV9p1-qbtvj39jnykEwXPJ6TnFb60fmRNP-sqNNmJ3nh0aHIXyekIt68L4j-NvPYsivOGGEdapbRL81ZdkoFZtLFcu9SYdsNlE56KKM27E_Vl3wzGrRmDGc0Y2s3sLwOisKZsf2/s2048/Blogpic_oct2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1976" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6QeQgeWV9p1-qbtvj39jnykEwXPJ6TnFb60fmRNP-sqNNmJ3nh0aHIXyekIt68L4j-NvPYsivOGGEdapbRL81ZdkoFZtLFcu9SYdsNlE56KKM27E_Vl3wzGrRmDGc0Y2s3sLwOisKZsf2/s16000/Blogpic_oct2.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNmzx50IExdPi0P1aSQKpS6bAKwilT_5CDNYgHOd73piiYtfuPPIYySaa-qcPfi0G8mhyphenhyphenH5W4SeSSHkRumcNRoGqMjdMuKkiLdan7Q6SCYckM9zqArK57xXW7Zi5TrUfeE_VSxhWoCFIkS/s2048/Blogpic_oct3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1962" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNmzx50IExdPi0P1aSQKpS6bAKwilT_5CDNYgHOd73piiYtfuPPIYySaa-qcPfi0G8mhyphenhyphenH5W4SeSSHkRumcNRoGqMjdMuKkiLdan7Q6SCYckM9zqArK57xXW7Zi5TrUfeE_VSxhWoCFIkS/s16000/Blogpic_oct3.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk6MVE_svZ8J2tnRCHT_If3jGjM9WWSf7bvQBOVNPsnavyq2-SiG0IIkgXehuT_3AY03A2v57OeGrTDHK4FIOAfoCaCbG-hRhv2cQGX0lCdTAUv5M86PfYc-2xRHHivB-wGJng1cqwZ5MT/s2048/Blogpic_oct5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2024" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk6MVE_svZ8J2tnRCHT_If3jGjM9WWSf7bvQBOVNPsnavyq2-SiG0IIkgXehuT_3AY03A2v57OeGrTDHK4FIOAfoCaCbG-hRhv2cQGX0lCdTAUv5M86PfYc-2xRHHivB-wGJng1cqwZ5MT/s16000/Blogpic_oct5.jpg" /></a></div><div dir="auto">The Inkey list vitamin B, C and E moisturizer - This is another affordable moisturizer. Does not contain fragrance. Much thinner in consistency, almost like a gel. It looks translucent, compared to the ordinary. Spreads well on the skin. Gets absorbed completely into the skin. Similar to the ordinary, it is great for layering under my sunscreens, which are really emollient themselves. But on its own, it doesn't provide enough moisture for my skin. I have been mixing it with my facial oils to make it more emollient. I most likely won't be repurchasing this for that reason.</div><div dir="auto">Price $4.99 for 50 ml.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCouyPS_VoPWTNMULrAa5PFK2Rsoq3HUGafHzrprKTooJ9dofwOpQvPzC05dbpruk0D_YiC1zOE7OhfevBfnvgbymkx9M6bfCw93dorhehBiU04PybKy9j6NTFP5-21ZiN3BsMoGJsxaCL/s2048/Blogpost_oct6.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCouyPS_VoPWTNMULrAa5PFK2Rsoq3HUGafHzrprKTooJ9dofwOpQvPzC05dbpruk0D_YiC1zOE7OhfevBfnvgbymkx9M6bfCw93dorhehBiU04PybKy9j6NTFP5-21ZiN3BsMoGJsxaCL/s16000/Blogpost_oct6.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYFqbpWPFGDo_qsxdDnNyqWClnEDsJ34LssaDhchQ4W2XwVvdwbOB4t8WCUQ2l0HxLjnGIvZ_SYVpnyZfmk7OcwL1tgnrDzUkk7fw-_VBzkEooKij46la5K9jhccCydJafvscrGPoBCLqZ/s2048/Blogpic_oct7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1948" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYFqbpWPFGDo_qsxdDnNyqWClnEDsJ34LssaDhchQ4W2XwVvdwbOB4t8WCUQ2l0HxLjnGIvZ_SYVpnyZfmk7OcwL1tgnrDzUkk7fw-_VBzkEooKij46la5K9jhccCydJafvscrGPoBCLqZ/s16000/Blogpic_oct7.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxxEWO32Lcll6scySyPrtQymbbZY3hx0LkvcgeJ9dB57UhEr9Ekf3ycbtFhEeIkg0uXYbJcvW0eOEZmNTb1yPxK_JoqG4TxBY8rZZ6NeqmpbCDaSwZD_G1SIdVdraC0mSMuiUylFZdCsmE/s2048/Blogpic_oct8.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1986" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxxEWO32Lcll6scySyPrtQymbbZY3hx0LkvcgeJ9dB57UhEr9Ekf3ycbtFhEeIkg0uXYbJcvW0eOEZmNTb1yPxK_JoqG4TxBY8rZZ6NeqmpbCDaSwZD_G1SIdVdraC0mSMuiUylFZdCsmE/s16000/Blogpic_oct8.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzFDwQ9xMQNK-epMMpguhVTskppKF1UPUC1oZGBe8UvYCmQ4ybOwO53wbCFseyJw5uRx4KC4upT9vBlIYYbWzB6pwenbz2hXsNVx01CvmtaDg17iELSgYnOr6kkZ0rRjwiotGQ9DQBYGy-/s2048/Blogpic_oct9.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2019" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzFDwQ9xMQNK-epMMpguhVTskppKF1UPUC1oZGBe8UvYCmQ4ybOwO53wbCFseyJw5uRx4KC4upT9vBlIYYbWzB6pwenbz2hXsNVx01CvmtaDg17iELSgYnOr6kkZ0rRjwiotGQ9DQBYGy-/s16000/Blogpic_oct9.jpg" /></a></div><div dir="auto">Honest beauty hydrogel cream - Where do I even begin to talk about this one? I watched a video of Jessica Alba using it in her routine and I was intrigued. She used a LOT of it on get face, but her skin looked dewy and moisturized but not oily or greasy. I was in need of a good hydrating moisturizer, so the timing was perfect. It looks like it has a whipped texture. It feels thick, but on application it transforms into a much lighter but very dewy cream. And it provides ample moisture and hydration. I apply it at the end of my night routine and by morning my skin is well nourished. It is a heavenly experience to get drenched in this cream! I am so glad I purchased this. I can see this becoming a staple in my collection. It is affordable but not as inexpensive as the other two.</div><div dir="auto">Price $19.99 for 50 ml.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi388m2LUKr5ILGA-flwybAdkqZi8w0XOlJt-vPMLhHn0Gs4J7ZrI95sV74ZQgJdE0McfNmECNDtFyBLuvEEi5nDXKR7UxcrelFvmhklsBIOJ3KGyvOo2E0ranTQd6I3lva_IPt1M_K-UvT/s2048/Blogpic_oct14.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1923" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi388m2LUKr5ILGA-flwybAdkqZi8w0XOlJt-vPMLhHn0Gs4J7ZrI95sV74ZQgJdE0McfNmECNDtFyBLuvEEi5nDXKR7UxcrelFvmhklsBIOJ3KGyvOo2E0ranTQd6I3lva_IPt1M_K-UvT/s16000/Blogpic_oct14.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Take a look at the texture of this moisturizer. I love the texture of this moisturizer.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='969' height='719' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dyElImpbOtDKlVSch618UbH12fmuMcJs28R2gTEGH-HBwXVlT2-UVgxmBZ-na8gSfG8UmA6fHqdXESOPcd5hA' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7gNyR_YHYk2VAUEm9MSXwr-frKfKCBl2g6ijLJZoKAPr4jcAj7gYM9EyWbLL3JUGX7aCxt1sWZAyQmScqWAEFTggFNNaA5Cerr7AeCQtupmXLZ8DLLbRrVxEteQbT4Czy83unUgTlUzEG/s2048/Blogpic_oct10.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7gNyR_YHYk2VAUEm9MSXwr-frKfKCBl2g6ijLJZoKAPr4jcAj7gYM9EyWbLL3JUGX7aCxt1sWZAyQmScqWAEFTggFNNaA5Cerr7AeCQtupmXLZ8DLLbRrVxEteQbT4Czy83unUgTlUzEG/s16000/Blogpic_oct10.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga29w5tDFhFi5WB5nNlDAwrmjsJMFKaOhIq-bhAMlppuJoK-gn0VFxnvcL4XldGNdS2f7luvvl-aDe05zy_j4qyRmGKjgQymq5P_Mie8u85aDb4DomoQJaoqVbOyO3WXCaeC4EqmlmlXB4/s2048/Blogpic_oct11.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2005" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga29w5tDFhFi5WB5nNlDAwrmjsJMFKaOhIq-bhAMlppuJoK-gn0VFxnvcL4XldGNdS2f7luvvl-aDe05zy_j4qyRmGKjgQymq5P_Mie8u85aDb4DomoQJaoqVbOyO3WXCaeC4EqmlmlXB4/s16000/Blogpic_oct11.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4Mf8SlACGD0prVlsS2nCRI_z3ZWE_hXkrIwGKTogumRxlOX_UI2lFj_2YxdEh_YcEuRN7A1o_6AWsY2zbNxVneA0uh__GMYNXwQC3_ZJFCRN0xSwEvm76JPP4usRNGTt_q1R5vohlLXrw/s2048/Blogpic_oct15.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1912" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4Mf8SlACGD0prVlsS2nCRI_z3ZWE_hXkrIwGKTogumRxlOX_UI2lFj_2YxdEh_YcEuRN7A1o_6AWsY2zbNxVneA0uh__GMYNXwQC3_ZJFCRN0xSwEvm76JPP4usRNGTt_q1R5vohlLXrw/s16000/Blogpic_oct15.jpg" /></a></div><div dir="auto">I could not capture how moisturizing my skin looked after I applied it. So here is another video.</div><div dir="auto"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='971' height='648' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dx4IJ7iCl0X_YjxLVVm65SkBks8tSZSCeBIC7dGKTuN9ojHqfYRqEnTELxNXUgL_c0PngzNZXCaLm32aGLaZQ' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div><div dir="auto"><br /></div><div dir="auto">Hope this was helpful.</div><div dir="auto">I will continue to try moisturizers and I will keep updating/adding reviews of moisturizers that I try.</div><div dir="auto"><br /></div><div dir="auto">PS: I apologize for the audio on the videos.</div><div dir="auto"><br /></div><div dir="auto"><br /></div><div dir="auto"> </div><div dir="auto"></div>Makeuppediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08957296647084944796noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1582678512033616437.post-78435292302520101922020-05-13T21:21:00.001-04:002020-05-13T21:21:49.161-04:00Shop may stash May 2020I have tried a lot of ways to try to use my makeup products equally and consistently, but did not succeed. Here is yet another attempt to use them regularly. I am starting a "shop my stash" from this month. Every two weeks, I pick a few products from my own stash and use only those products for the duration. I renew from my stash every two weeks, to equally use all my products and to not get bored. I also am doing this to resist buying new makeup and to actually give a fair chance to all my existing products. I am embarrassed to admit that, I dont have complete opinions/thoughts on most of my makeup products. I do not know how they perform or how long they last. By shopping my stash, I can get to know my products.<div>So here are the products for the month of May 2020.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjApMQcsecl6tWjNLfRcR1YItglJu0AYIr9kxObXTulqopWTH9gP_KNb1ymhH5lRRDVVHSmwouSHJYqbeKzMz0g6wVA-BxlVBMrJgU0NbKjzPKZZIkAWkVkAPkm6kNzmilihTjU4qdUJcl5/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2967" data-original-width="3502" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjApMQcsecl6tWjNLfRcR1YItglJu0AYIr9kxObXTulqopWTH9gP_KNb1ymhH5lRRDVVHSmwouSHJYqbeKzMz0g6wVA-BxlVBMrJgU0NbKjzPKZZIkAWkVkAPkm6kNzmilihTjU4qdUJcl5/d/IMG_20200513_191734.jpg" /></a></div><div><div><b>Complexion</b>:</div><div>1. Laura Mercier mineral powder in shade <b>Rich vanilla</b></div><div>2. Glossier stretch concealer in shade <b>Dark</b> (older version)</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Primer</b>:</div><div>1. Too Faced hangover Rx primer</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Finishing powder</b>:</div><div>1. NYX high glass finishing powder</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Cheeks</b>:</div><div>1. The Balm <b>fratboy</b> blush</div><div>2. NARS <b>Orgasm</b> blush</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Highlighter</b>:</div><div>1. Colourpop super shock cheek in shade <b>Wisp</b></div><div>2. NOMAD cosmetics illuminating highlihting powder in shade <b>Midnight sun</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>Eyeshadow</b>:</div><div>1. Juvia's place <b>nubian</b> mini palette</div><div>2. Anastasia Beverley Hills <b>Jackie Aina</b> palette</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Mascara</b>:</div><div>1. Benefit roller lash mascara</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Brow pencil</b>:</div><div>1. IT Cosmetics brow power in shade <b>universal taupe</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>Lips</b>: I am planning on doing one lipstick a day and will update on my instagram stories daily. My instagram handle is <b><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mymakeuppedia/" target="_blank">@mymakeuppedia</a></b></div></div><div><br /></div></div>Makeuppediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08957296647084944796noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1582678512033616437.post-51395846512080492162020-05-13T21:20:00.000-04:002020-05-13T21:20:30.478-04:00Project pan May 2020 update<span style="font-family: inherit;">Hi all!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">As promised, here is my May 2020 project pan update.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">I made progress on a few and did not make much progress in a few other products.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Lets get discussing.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Primer</b> : I finished <b style="background-color: #fafafa; color: #333333; text-align: justify;">Kiehl's Glow formula skin hydrator. </b><span style="background-color: #fafafa; color: #333333; text-align: justify;">I knew this would be an easy target and that is why I picked it. Also I have quite a few mini primers laying around, which I need to either use up or declutter.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: #fafafa; color: #333333; text-align: justify;"><b>Complexion</b> : Last month was the most I ever used the <b>I</b></span><b style="background-color: #fafafa; color: #333333; text-align: justify;">T cosmetics CC cream</b><span style="background-color: #fafafa; color: #333333; text-align: justify;"> It is actually quite a nice foundation. Though it is marketed as a CC cream, it gives a nice medium coverage. I don't like the shade much, as I got it before they expanded their shade range. But I have been making it work. If I find a good shade match, I might repurchase it. </span></span><br />
<span style="background-color: #fafafa; color: #333333; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Initial weight</b> = <b>14</b> grams</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Current weight</b> = <b>13</b> grams</span><br />
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<b style="font-family: inherit;">Concealer</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> : I found ways to use these two concealers on my face to brighten. I only need very little so I am not expecting major panning. I like the finish of this concealer, true to it's name it does make the skin look like it has a filter. </span><br /><span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Initial weight</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Medium 22 = 26 grams</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Medium 24 = 24 grams</span><br />
<b><span style="font-family: inherit;">Current weight</span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Medium 22 = 26 grams</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Medium 24 = 24 grams</span><br />
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<b style="font-family: inherit;">Blush</b><span style="font-family: inherit;"> : This is a product where I did not make much progress. I think the pan has dried out. While I cant get much on a brush, I can get quite a bit on my fingers with a bit of a pressure. I will try my best to use it, but if I get frustrated, I might declutter it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Highlighter</b> : I have a few issues with the </span><b style="background-color: #fafafa; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">RMS beauty living luminizer. </b><span style="background-color: #fafafa; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">It does not really set on my face. It stays slightly tacky and I don't like that. I also don't like the undertone of it. It has silver shimmer which I don't always like on myself. I will give it one more month and assess if I want to continue with it or declutter it. </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: #fafafa; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;"><b>Lips</b> : I really have been enjoying </span><b style="background-color: #fafafa; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">Revlon colorburst lip butter</b><span style="background-color: #fafafa; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;"> in Pink Truffle. I made good progress on this one too. I will finish it in a few weeks. I love this formula, love the shade. I am really sad that I am going to pan this one. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b style="color: #333333; text-align: justify;">Eyeshadow</b><span style="background-color: #fafafa; color: #333333; text-align: justify;"> : I might have to remove this or swap it out from my project pan. I used it twice the entire time. </span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: #fafafa; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;"><b>Eyebrow pencil</b> : Used the </span><b style="background-color: #fafafa; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">NYX microbrow eyebrow pencil </b><span style="background-color: #fafafa; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">for the last time today. I panned it. I got the wrong shade but I really liked this pencil. Will repurchase in the right shade in the future.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: #fafafa; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">1. Tatcha the silk canvas deluxe sample (sorry about the dirty top surface. No matter how clean I think my hands are, I get the primer dirty)</span><div><div style="text-align: justify;"><font color="#333333">Initial weight = 8 grams</font></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglljRPyzDo58TZrZPuBEjqjoq8moITNI9M6EhnhogzpfDWQcKaH6IDAP_MHw-yLV6TVTqBGvHat2CfqSKrZaPoMxNQSrR4FvaaMQFNgetEVp84SvP8CfYcFH2eNsTqme56FZ_r5I_4V2DN/" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2492" data-original-width="2492" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglljRPyzDo58TZrZPuBEjqjoq8moITNI9M6EhnhogzpfDWQcKaH6IDAP_MHw-yLV6TVTqBGvHat2CfqSKrZaPoMxNQSrR4FvaaMQFNgetEVp84SvP8CfYcFH2eNsTqme56FZ_r5I_4V2DN/d/IMG_20200513_185552-01.jpeg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih0fP4XoXsXGNKtM9qNK5G0UZyJVkeadxfOrNESHjWmOVWri15TqvUpqQ77eYJ6OwcojsbhXNhvXgT9Xe_dzdjXVeBYYnHZeyil9ofbV88Q9IFRe9SpJsHUZcqz3V3zndI0pjCBRJoHDk0/" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3194" data-original-width="3194" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih0fP4XoXsXGNKtM9qNK5G0UZyJVkeadxfOrNESHjWmOVWri15TqvUpqQ77eYJ6OwcojsbhXNhvXgT9Xe_dzdjXVeBYYnHZeyil9ofbV88Q9IFRe9SpJsHUZcqz3V3zndI0pjCBRJoHDk0/d/IMG_20200513_185616-01.jpeg" /></a></div></div><div><span style="background-color: #fafafa; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">2. Hard candy sheer envy coconut water primer stick</span></div></div><div><span style="background-color: #fafafa; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">Initial weight = 38 grams</span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEictXCyVxPQPCVzhkAxE3V8CYhwnkce4jQkvWiPdOjhzCdUZzBEyk-QWoWN8hVHyyDO051A_2wdC-nRbRs-IFtIeiTzSXqOkqdvNLhjncUwRrsVtq6hjpp6vzIxEQFj2QFwGZJ0PXwOKUA-/" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2772" data-original-width="2772" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEictXCyVxPQPCVzhkAxE3V8CYhwnkce4jQkvWiPdOjhzCdUZzBEyk-QWoWN8hVHyyDO051A_2wdC-nRbRs-IFtIeiTzSXqOkqdvNLhjncUwRrsVtq6hjpp6vzIxEQFj2QFwGZJ0PXwOKUA-/d/IMG_20200513_185654-01.jpeg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh79Zwc-4biMBU4Mw7cpoUfJEn_IukQ911lFm1xCmjaFIuQMTuoqzKD_bgOlPb6W65KWdkYk1cHPRFfZhQqc3m-pmwujysYc13RL3F-qParvqYIK3v21cNn_w-xPKZ2XvNtz33g7xa7JIty/" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3279" data-original-width="3279" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh79Zwc-4biMBU4Mw7cpoUfJEn_IukQ911lFm1xCmjaFIuQMTuoqzKD_bgOlPb6W65KWdkYk1cHPRFfZhQqc3m-pmwujysYc13RL3F-qParvqYIK3v21cNn_w-xPKZ2XvNtz33g7xa7JIty/d/IMG_20200513_185703-01.jpeg" /></a></div><span style="background-color: #fafafa; color: #333333; font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;"><br /></span></div>Makeuppediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08957296647084944796noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1582678512033616437.post-35500540085345215412020-05-08T17:38:00.002-04:002020-05-08T17:42:14.040-04:00Guideline for a simple skincare routine for beginners Part 2<div style="margin: 0px;">
Welcome to <b>part 2</b> of my skincare routine guideline. </div>
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While morning routine is to hydrate and protect, night time routine is to <span style="color: red;">treat</span> and <span style="color: red;">repair</span>.</div>
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Here is what my current night time routine looks like.</div>
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<b>DOUBLE CLEANSING</b> </div>
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Cleansing during night is important. Any makeup or sunscreen that we apply during the day along with the natural oils secreted by the skin, needs to be removed. This is where double cleansing comes into play. <span style="color: red;">Double cleansing</span> is, you cleanse the skin twice. Once with an <span style="color: red;">oil based cleanser</span> (that goes on as oil on dry skin, but emulsifies on contact with water) and then with a <span style="color: red;">low pH water based cleanser</span>. The oil in the oil based cleanser removes all the makeup, sunscreen, any dirt or oil that may have been accumulated during the day. Once all the makeup and dirt has been emulsified with water, the water based cleanser (second cleanser) removes any remaining oil residue and completely cleanses the skin and makes it ready for treatments. </div>
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<b>A few affordable oil-based cleansers</b></div>
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The inkey list oat cleansing balm</div>
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Clinique take the day off cleansing balm</div>
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L'occitane shea cleansing oil</div>
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Simple hydrating cleansing oil</div>
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There are quite a few cleansing oils in the drugstore. Please do not spend a lot on cleansers in general. They cleanse the skin and go down the drain eventually.</div>
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As for the second cleanse, you can use your morning cleansers here. </div>
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<b>TREATMENTS</b></div>
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Second step is to apply night treatments such as an acid, or vitamin A (retinol). Now is the time to incorporate photo-sensitive ingredients or acids that improve cell turn over and reveal new skin. </div>
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Actives such as <span style="color: red;">retinols (vitamin A)</span>, <span style="color: red;">AHA's (alpha hydroxy acids)</span>,<span style="color: red;"> BHA's (beta hydroxy acids)</span> etc. are better to use at night. <a href="https://blogs.webmd.com/healthy-skin/20110831/retinol-when-to-use-it-and-when-to-avoid-it">Here</a> are <a href="https://theklog.co/exfoliators-during-the-day-or-night/">two</a> articles about why it is better to use certain actives at night.</div>
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Depending on what your skin concerns are, you can choose to start with an AHA/BHA or retinol or alternate both.</div>
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<b>Some retinol product recommendations</b></div>
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The ordinary 0.2% in squalane</div>
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The ordinary 0.5% in squalane</div>
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The ordinary granactive retinoid 2% emulsion</div>
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The inkey list retinol anti-aging serum</div>
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Drunk elephant A-Passioni retinol cream</div>
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<b>AHA product recommendations</b></div>
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The ordinary glycolic acid 7% toning solution</div>
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The inkey list glycolic acid exfoliating toner</div>
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Krave beauty Kale-Lalu-Yah</div>
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<b>BHA product recommendations</b></div>
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Paula's choice 2% BHA liquid exfoliant</div>
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CosRX BHA blackhead power liquid</div>
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The ordinary 2% salicylic acid solution</div>
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<b>MOISTURIZER</b></div>
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And you can finish your routine with a moisturizer.</div>
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You could use the same moisturizer that use in your AM routine or you could go for a thicker, more <span style="color: red;">nourishing</span> night-time moisturizer depending on your skin type. </div>
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<b>Some recommendations</b></div>
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Cerave skin renewing night cream</div>
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Neutrogena hydro-boost gel cream</div>
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Burt's bees night cream intense hydration</div>
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Stratia liquid gold (my personal fav)</div>
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Krave beauty Oat so simple water cream</div>
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I know it can sound confusing or complicated. But once you pick your products and start doing your routines, you will see that it is not that complicated or time consuming.</div>
If you have any questions about any of the steps, please let me know.Makeuppediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08957296647084944796noreply@blogger.com0Florida, USA27.6648274 -81.5157535-2.371426884010539 -116.6720035 57.701081684010539 -46.3595035tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1582678512033616437.post-81491399783147966812020-04-28T21:09:00.000-04:002020-04-28T21:09:01.799-04:00Guideline for a simple skincare routine for beginners Part 1<br />
Hi!<br />
Not everybody likes to do a 10 or 12 step skincare routine twice a day, especially, people who are just getting into a routine. Short and simple, but effective is the way to go. In this post, I will provide some guidelines to develop a good skincare routine, for beginners.<br />
A few of my friends have asked my opinion about their skincare routine. So I hope this post will be of help.<br />
Over the years, I have learned that a gentle skincare routine is the best way to go about, specifically while picking treatments and actives. You start off with gentle ones, and once the skin is used to certain actives, you can increase the intensity.<br />
Here is what my current morning skincare routine looks like.<br />
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The routine is organized as follows:<br />
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<li>Cleansing</li>
<li>Actives</li>
<li>Hydration</li>
<li>Sun protection </li>
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Some definitions that might be helpful.<br />
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<b>Cleansers</b> : These are products that <span style="color: red;">clean</span> our skin by removing makeup, sunscreen, dirt accumulated during the course of the day and oil secreted by our skin. </div>
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<b>Actives</b> : Actives are ingredients, that <span style="color: red;">target specific skin issues</span>, such as pigmentation, acne, signs of aging, dryness, etc.</div>
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<b>Humectants</b> : A humectant is an ingredient that absorbs and/or retains moisture. By doing this, they prevent the loss of moisture from the skin. Some common humectants found in a lot of skincare products are glycerin, hyaluronic acid.</div>
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With the definitions out of the way, lets jump into the steps of the routine.<br />
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<b>CLEANSING</b><br />
Cleansing is very important. Assuming your night time routine was done, I'd say go by how your skin feels in the morning and decide if you want to use a cleanser to wash your face or just splash water. I know a lot of people who just splash water in the morning and go about their morning routine. So its up to you.<br />
For me, I sometimes splash water, if my skin feels dry (which happens during colder months).<br />
But if you have oily skin and feel that any product build up might clog your pores, please use a cleanser.<br />
Also, since a cleanser is washed off within a few seconds, I recommend getting an affordable one and rather invest in treatments and serums.<br />
Here are a few morning cleansers that I like<br />
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<li>Cerave hydrating cleanser</li>
<li>Cerave foaming cleanser</li>
<li>Krave beauty match hemp cleanser</li>
<li>Stratia velvet cleansing milk</li>
<li>La Roche Posay toleriane hydrating gentle facial cleanser</li>
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<b>ACTIVES</b><br />
My favorite active ingredients are <span style="color: red;">Vitamin C</span> (helps with pigmentation, aging), <span style="color: red;">Vitamin A</span> or Retinol (helps with aging, acne), <span style="color: red;">Hyaluronic Acid</span> (helps with dehydration) and <span style="color: red;">Lactic Acid</span> (helps with pigmentation, chemical exfoliation).<br />
I strongly suggest incorporating a <span style="color: red;">Vitamin C</span> serum in the <span style="color: red;">morning</span>. It is an amazing anti-oxidant for the skin. I prefer L-Ascorbic acid, which is the most effective for me. It could be slightly harsh for people with sensitive skin and for that, there are other forms of Vitamin C, that are much milder.<br />
If you want to know more about the benefits of Vitamin C you can read <a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.paulaschoice.com/skin-care-advice/skin-brightening/what-is-vitamin-c-and-how-does-it-benefit-skin&source=gmail&ust=1588191583202000&usg=AFQjCNHdFeIxd29VwZEcBO8OfsAbE4-nyw" href="https://www.paulaschoice.com/skin-care-advice/skin-brightening/what-is-vitamin-c-and-how-does-it-benefit-skin" target="_blank">this</a> article.<br />
A few good Vitamin C serums<br />
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<li>Maelove The glow maker</li>
<li>Skindeva 20% vitamin C + ferulic acid serum</li>
<li>Timeless 20% vitamin C + ferulic acid serum</li>
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NOTE: If you incorporate a vitamin C in your morning routine, It is a <span style="color: red;">MUST</span> to apply <span style="color: red;">sunscreen</span> generously.<br />
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<b>HYDRATION</b><br />
It is important to hydrate the skin, especially after cleansing the skin. You can achieve hydration either with a serum containing a <span style="color: red;">humectant</span> or skip the serum and use a <span style="color: red;">moisturizer</span>.<br />
Any serum with humectants will work. You can also use serums that have a mixture of anti-oxidants and humectants.<br />
These are a few hydrating serums<br />
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<li>Versed on the rise firming serum</li>
<li>La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Pure Hyaluronic Acid Face Serum</li>
<li>Vichy Minéral 89 Face Serum with Hyaluronic Acid</li>
<li>The Ordinary Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5</li>
<li>The Inkey list<span style="font-family: inherit;"> Polyglutamic Acid Hydrating Serum</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">There are a lot of hydrating serums in the market for you to pick and choose.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">If in case you want to add a moisturizer here are a few good ones</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">The ordinary natural moisturizing factors + HA</span></li>
<li>The inkey list vitamin B, C and E moisturizer</li>
<li>The inkey list peptide moisturizer</li>
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<b style="font-family: inherit;">PROTECT</b><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">It is extremely <span style="color: red;">important</span> to use a <span style="color: red;">sunscreen</span>, <span style="color: red;">DAILY</span>, to protect and retain all the work the active ingredients do for us. And to prevent further sun damage. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">It is important to choose a sunscreen with the right texture, feel and finish. Because you have to really like your sunscreen for you to wear it daily. Trust me, I have been there. I have used sunscreens with white cast, fragrance, felt too oily, felt too matte, etc., and did not like how it felt on my skin and neglected daily usage. I paid the price with a bunch of brown spots, tan and god knows what else!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Sun damage also accelerates fine lines and wrinkles. So please use a sunscreen daily.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Some good brands that do great sunscreens are</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">La Roche Posay</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Elta MD</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Supergoop</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Neutrogena</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Murad</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit;">Krave Beauty The Beet Shield</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">There are different finishes that suit oily, normal, combination and dry skin. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">And if you are familiar with Korean skincare, they have some of the best sunscreens. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Let me know if you want to know more about sunscreens, I can make a separate post on them.</span><br />
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This completes part -1 of your skincare routine. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: inherit;">Check out part -2 for details on night time routine.</span><br />
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Makeuppediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08957296647084944796noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1582678512033616437.post-15555771122169576142020-04-20T17:42:00.000-04:002020-04-20T17:42:16.824-04:00Project pan 2020Hi!<br />
I know I already did a post on panning my products last year, but I did not keep up with it.<br />
I am going to start again this year. But this year, I took an inventory of my entire makeup collection, and thoughtfully chose products for my project pan. I want to give myself feasible goals this time.<br />
I watched a few project pan videos on youtube and I am inspired. This will be a rolling project pan - meaning, as I finish up a product, I will roll in another product to the project.<br />
I am excited for this project pan!<br />
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So here are the products I chose.<br />
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<b>Primer</b> : I have quite a few primers that I want to finish this year, but I a going to start easy. I have very little left in the <span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>Kiehl's Glow formula skin hydrator</b>, so that will be my first primer. My goal is to <b>finish</b> it. I can see through the packaging, where the product is at, so I did not weigh this. I will track it by sight.</span><br />
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<b>Complexion</b> : I want to focus on <b>IT cosmetics CC cream</b>. It is pretty old and I feel like I haven't given it a fair chance. My goal is to <b>finish</b> it. I could not see how much product is left, so I weighed it. Initial weight is 14 grams.<br />
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<b>Concealer </b>: I have two shades of <b>Colourpop no-filter concealers </b>in shades medium 22 & 24. They are way too light for my under eyes. Going to try to make it work. Goal is to <b>get as much progress as I can</b>. Also could not see how much is left. initial weight of medium 22 is 26 grams and medium 24 is 24 grams.<br />
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<b>Blush</b> : One of my first and oldest blushes in <b>NYX powder blush</b> in Mocha. I only recently developed the inclination to wear blushes. My goal - <b>hit pan. </b><br />
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<b>Highlighter</b> - Also one of my oldest cream highlighters is <b>RMS beauty living luminizer</b>. My goal is to <b>hit pan</b><br />
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Also, please ignore my dry fingers, it is because of excessive washing and not enough moisturization.<br />
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<b>Lips</b> - <b>Revlon colorburst lip butter</b> in pink truffle is my favorite lip product! I had been saving this product because it is discontinued. I haven't found a dupe for it yet. But I am going to enjoy the last bits of it and finish it. My goal is to <b>finish</b> it.<br />
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<b>Eyeshadow</b> - I have never properly used this eyeshadow palette and I want to give it a fair chance. <b>Wet n wild color icon</b> walking in eggshells and my goal is to hit pan on atleast one shade.<br />
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And last but not the least,<br />
<b>Eyebrow pencil </b>- <b>NYX microbrow eyebrow pencil</b> in the shade chocolate. This shade is too reddish for me and I'd like to use it up and it only has a little bit left. Will track this by sight as well.<br />
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I will update by the end of April or first week of May 2020.<br />
<br />Makeuppediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08957296647084944796noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1582678512033616437.post-12061888233612977812020-03-25T11:48:00.000-04:002020-04-20T20:18:27.208-04:00Comparing Bite beauty's (discontinued) agave lip mask and agave+ night time lip therapy<br />
I really love Bite beauty's recently discontinued <b><span style="color: red;">agave lip mask</span></b>. I did buy a couple of back ups right before it got sold out. I also did purchase the all agave 3 piece lip care set last year. This set had minis of <b>agave+ day time lip balm</b>, <b><span style="color: red;">agave+ night time lip therapy</span></b> and the <b>agave lip mask</b>. I found the lip therapy to perform very similar to the lip mask and here is my comparison of the two.<br />
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Here is a bit of background on the discontinued agave lip mask.<br />
I love lanolin for chapped lips or even cuts on my skin. And I love agave lip mask, as the first ingredient in it is lanolin. I love the thick layer it forms on my lips. No matter how chapped my lips get, this mask takes care of it. I usually apply it at night and find my lips significantly healed and smooth the following morning. I also like the smell and taste of it.<br />
I have the tinted lip mask in the shade smashed, for day time. So, now that I have established my relationship with the agave lip mask, lets move on to the new agave+ night time lip therapy.<br />
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Honestly, I was skeptical of its healing capacity, because of the lack of lanolin in it. But, I started using this little tub, mostly at night, and spoiler alert - I love it!<br />
This is also thick and has a consistency very similar to the mask. It spreads well, smells and tastes really nice. And I was most surprised of its effects on my lips. It performed very similar to the lip mask that I could not see any difference in the way it healed my chapped lips. I apply it before going to bed and wake up with smoother/healed lips! And, I like the smell of this pot a little more than the lip mask. I cant believe I am saying this!<br />
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I don't know how bite does it, but I think after finishing my agave lip mask back ups, I will be happy to switch to the agave+ night time lip therapy.<br />
Ingredients list of the lip therapy:<br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "open sans" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Triisostearoyl Polyglyceryl-3 Dimer Dilineolate, Oleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides, Squalane, Glyceryl Rosinate, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil, Thus Verniciflua Peel Wax/Rhus Verniciflua Peel Cera, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Phytosteryl Canola Glycerides, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Aroma/Flavor, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Phospholipids, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tocopherol, Punica Granatum Flower Extract, Ascorbyl Palmitate Agave Tequilana Leaf Extract, Momordica Grosvenorii Fruit Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate, Limonene, Linalool.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: "open sans" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">And the ingredients of the Agave lip mask:</span><br />
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<br />Makeuppediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08957296647084944796noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1582678512033616437.post-24612798144328859312019-04-24T22:30:00.000-04:002019-04-24T22:36:43.817-04:00Henne Organics nordic berries lip exfoliator review<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Hi all! </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I had subscribed to a beauty box subscription service called <a href="https://www.theboxwalla.com/" target="_blank">The Boxwalla</a>. It is a green beauty box subscription. And I received this lip scrub through them.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Henne organics is an indie beauty brand, founded by Laura Xiao. And their motto is "Swedish inspired, American made".</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">A few words about the lip exfoliator from their website.</span><br />
<i><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">"Inspired by Swedish nature, our nordic berries lip exfoliator brings a little piece of Sweden into your home. The scent is reminiscent of fresh picked forest berries, and the rich color will stand out beautifully on any bathroom counter."</span></i><br />
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This product is supposed to be gently massaged on damp lips and washed off.</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><em style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #202020; font-stretch: inherit; letter-spacing: 2px; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-transform: uppercase; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-size: small; font-style: normal; letter-spacing: normal; text-transform: none;">On opening the jar, the very first time, the scrub was packed in and looked like it I would have a hard time scooping it out. But, when I tried to scoop it, the granules loosened up and was easy to get it out. The consistency is just right, and easy to scoop. It smells amazing. I want to eat it, every time I open the jar.</span></em></span><em style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #202020; font-family: ProximaNova-Light, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 11px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; letter-spacing: 2px; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-transform: uppercase; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: small; font-style: normal; letter-spacing: normal; text-transform: none;"><br /></span></em><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #202020; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small; letter-spacing: 2px; text-transform: uppercase;">ORGANIC SUCROSE (SUGAR), ORGANIC COCOS NUCIFERA (COCONUT) OIL, ORGANIC CERA ALBA (BEESWAX), ORGANIC SIMMONDSIA CHINENSIS (JOJOBA) SEED OIL, ORGANIC RUBUS IDAEUS (RASPBERRY) FRUIT SEED, ORGANIC BUTYROSPERMUM PARKII (SHEA BUTTER) FRUIT, ORGANIC BERRY FLAVORS, ORGANIC VANILLA FLAVOR, ORGANIC VACCINIUM CORYMBOSUM (BLUEBERRY) FRUIT SEED, TOCOPHEROL (VITAMIN E). </span><br />
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Price is $24 for 10 ml of product. (This did seem a bit on the higher side at first. But given how little I need every time, I think it will last for a long time, and is worth the price.)</span><br />
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<em style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #202020; font-stretch: inherit; letter-spacing: 2px; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-transform: uppercase; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: small; font-style: normal; letter-spacing: normal; text-transform: none;">A little goes a long way. I only need half of what is scooped out on the spatula, to exfoliate my lips.</span></em><br />
<em style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #202020; font-stretch: inherit; letter-spacing: 2px; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-transform: uppercase; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: small; font-style: normal; letter-spacing: normal; text-transform: none;">Something that worried me initially, was the size of the sugar granules. As you can see, they are pretty big and thought they might be too abrasive on the skin. But, it is well balanced by the emollients, due to which, it spreads easily on dry lips and the texture being neither too scratchy nor abrasive/painful.</span></em><br />
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<em style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #202020; font-stretch: inherit; letter-spacing: 2px; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-transform: uppercase; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: small; font-style: normal; letter-spacing: normal; text-transform: none;">It is just the right consistency for an effective exfoliation. It does leave behind a good amount of moisture and is a pleasure to use it, every single time.</span></em><br />
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<em style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #202020; font-stretch: inherit; letter-spacing: 2px; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-transform: uppercase; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: small; font-style: normal; letter-spacing: normal; text-transform: none;">Just so you know, the only other lip exfoliator I have used is the ELF lip exfoliator, which comes in a stick form. And I do have a sample of the BITE Beauty agave lip scrub, I am not sure if I'd be using it before posting this review. Will update this review if I do.</span></em><br />
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<em style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #202020; font-stretch: inherit; letter-spacing: 2px; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-transform: uppercase; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: small; font-style: normal; letter-spacing: normal; text-transform: none;">UPDATE: I just tried the BITE Beauty agave lip scrub. I scooped a little more than usual, because this one was liquidy. It did spread well, but after a few seconds of scrubbing, the sugar granules started to melt and despite the consistency, it was difficult to move the product around my lips. The consistency did not help much. All said, it did remove my dry flakes and made my lips smooth. </span></em><br />
<em style="background-color: white; border: 0px; color: #202020; font-stretch: inherit; letter-spacing: 2px; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-transform: uppercase; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: black; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: small; font-style: normal; letter-spacing: normal; text-transform: none;">But, I prefer the Henne organics to the BITE Beauty agave lip scrub. because of the former's texture.</span></em><br />
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Hey all!<br />
As I starting to pay more attention to my skin and skincare products, makeup took a back seat. I was not interested in wearing face products such as foundation and concealer. I felt, they did not make me feel any better, which, I realized was, due to the fact that I was dealing with a lot of skin related issues. I completely stopped buying foundations and concealers (this was also because, I was not able to find a proper match for my skin). That said, I still continued hoarding lipsticks (which are my most favorite makeup item, my weakness) and somehow eye shadows (I don't wear eye shadows much!).<br />
Long story short, despite focusing on skincare, I ended up with a lot of makeup. Way too much for a single person, who does not wear makeup on a regular basis.<br />
So, this year, in an effort to use up my makeup products, I am joining along, and launching My Project Pan 2019. I want to share and document my journey on this blog and will also post pictures on my instagram account, handle : <b><a href="https://www.instagram.com/shruthivenkatesh25/" target="_blank">shruthivenkatesh25</a>, </b>if you want to follow along.<br />
I am grateful to the reddit community <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/MakeupRehab/" target="_blank">MakeupRehab</a>. That is where I first read about "Project Pan".<br />
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I think I get to make my own rules. And mine are very simple right now. I pick a few products from each category of makeup and use only those chosen ones for a month, straight. And choose another set of products that I want to use up for the next month and so on.<br />
I will check back by the end of each month and report how it went, probably do mini reviews.<br />
So for February 2019, here are my picks.<br />
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<b>Lips</b>:<br />
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<li>Bite beauty matte cream lip crayon in <b>AUBERGINE</b></li>
<li>Bite beauty line & define <b>lip primer</b></li>
<li>NYX whipped fouette in <b>PLUSH</b></li>
<li>NYX lip liner in <b>PEEKABOO NEUTRAL</b></li>
<li>Pat Mc Grath matte trance lipstick in <b>FLESH 3</b></li>
<li>Buxom plumpline lip liner in <b>DOLLY DANGER</b></li>
<li>IT Cosmetics <b>je ne sai quoi</b> lip treatment</li>
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<li>IT Cosmetics naturally pretty vol. 1 matte eye shadow palette</li>
<li>Maybelline color tattoo eye shadow in <b>BAD TO THE BRONZE </b></li>
<li>Kryolan VIVA brilliant color in <b>ANIS</b></li>
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<b>Mascara</b>:</div>
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<li>Urban Decay <b>perversion</b> mascara</li>
<li>Too Faced <b>better than sex</b> mascara</li>
<li>Georgio Armani <b>eyes to kill </b>mascara</li>
<li>It Cosmetics <b>super hero</b> mascara</li>
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<li>MAC <b>studio fix fluid</b> SPF 15</li>
<li>Too Faced <b>born this way</b> multi-use sculpting concealer</li>
<li>MAC <b>pro longwear</b> concealer </li>
<li>Physician's formula <b>mineral wear</b> face powder</li>
<li>Colorpop supershock cheek <b>highlighter</b> in <b>WISP</b></li>
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<li>Revlon nail enamel in <b>TOTALLY TOFFEE</b></li>
<li>Wet n wild megalast salon nail color in <b>PRIVATE VIEWING</b></li>
<li>Marc Jacobs enamored hi-shine nail lacquer in <b>BLANCHE</b></li>
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Makeuppediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08957296647084944796noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1582678512033616437.post-79495823063814905032019-02-06T15:46:00.005-05:002019-02-06T15:46:59.489-05:00Products that are helping me get through this winter.<br />
Hey all! Today, I am going to talk about the products and techniques that are helping my skin cope through winter.<br />
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I used to not be an advocate of changing one's skincare products according to the season, which was mostly because I grew up in a city that had no drastic winter conditions. The temperature would never go below 25 degrees Celsius. Also I was not aware enough, to notice the subtle changes my skin showed, with change in season. Fast forward 8 years, and my skin has changed, mostly due to change in country/living conditions, weather, age, etc. I am now aware of the effects of winter on my skin and over the last few years, have learned to cope with this change.<br />
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My goal is to hydrate my skin and to retain the hydration within the skin. And for that, I have to reduce transepidermal water loss from my skin. And to achieve that,<br />
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<li>I pat layers of light toner/essence</li>
<li>Use products with humectants. </li>
<li>Mist my face before applying humectants. </li>
<li>And finally, seal all the moisture and hydration with occlusives.</li>
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<b>Toner/essence</b> - This is a Korean trend, that people started adopting last year and let me tell you, it is a game changer. I have played with toners with water-like consistency and with super viscous ones like honey. At present, I prefer the watery ones. I have gone through about 3 to 4 bottles of toners/essences and currently am enjoying the I'm from Rice Toner. One layer makes my skin pretty soft. I find myself using at least 3 to 4 layers. It softens, hydrates, soothes and preps the skin. It is very similar in consistency to water, and so is slightly messy to apply. I have let it drip through my palms numerous times, as I don't have the heart to use a cotton pad. I'd rather my hands absorb a little bit. The ingredient list is very impressive. Especially with niacinamide high up in the list.<br />
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Next is my favorite category - <b>Humectants - </b>These are hygroscopic substances, meaning, water loving. They absorb moisture from the atmosphere and retains it on to the surface of the skin. I love hyaluronic acid for this purpose. You can read more about hyaluronic acid's benefit on skin <a href="https://www.paulaschoice.com/expert-advice/skincare-advice/anti-aging-wrinkles/how-hyaluronic-acid-benefits-skin.html" target="_blank">here</a>. Current HA based serums I use are from Indeed Labs. I used their hydraluron moisture jelly last year and fell in love with the simple yet effective formula. And this year, in addition to the moisture jelly, I also got the hydraluron intense moisture lotion. I love both. I try to apply it on wet skin (as soon as I am out the shower), or wet my face with a mist. And I mist my face again after applying the serum. This way, the serum is sandwiched between layers of water, and will be retained on the surface of the skin. I can keep talking about HA. It is one of my favorite ingredients.<br />
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<b>Face mists</b> - Using a face mist is a way to add more water into the skin, for the humectats to absorb and provide to the skin. I never had a face mist in my routine, until a year ago. And now, my routine feels incomplete without one. I am addicted to face mists. I have used and loved MAC prep + prime fix+. I have also used straight up rose water, as I am a sucker for the smell. I am currently using the Mario Badescu facial spray with aloe, herbs and rose water. Since I use a hyaluronic acid based serum anyway, I don't look for a mist containing HA, such as Jordan Samuel's hydrate the <a href="https://jordansamuelskin.com/products/hydrate-the-mist" target="_blank">mist</a> (which is on my wishlist) To sum up, I cant do my routine without a mist.<br />
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Finally <b>occlusives</b> - These are substances which form a protective layer on the skin, to prevent moisture loss from the skin. This step, seals all the above steps and keeps everything within. Petroleum jelly is an amazing occlusive, but I don't go so far as to using it. After misting my face, I quickly apply a moisturizer and then go on top with an oil like the Clinique smart treatment oil or a thick night cream with plant butters like the Algenist Genius sleeping collagen. Sometimes, while using an oil based moisturizer such as the Earth Tu Face hydrate + repair Immortelle + Rose, I skip cream based product and apply it directly over misted skin.<br />
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<a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/SkincareAddiction/comments/15ya22/classes_of_moisturizers_explained/" target="_blank">Here</a> is a very informative reddit article regarding the same.<br />
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This is all for the face. Two other areas that I struggle to keep moisturized in the winter are my <b>lips</b> and <b>hands</b>.<br />
For the lips, I apply <b>Bite beauty agave lip mask</b> at night. During the day is when I really struggle. I either forget to apply a lip balm, or it keeps disappearing as i talk and eat. In recent days, I start with a light lip balm, like the <b>Sol de Janeiro's brazillian kiss cupuacu lip butter</b> (I love how it smells) and go on with a lip gloss or a really moisturizing lipstick. This way, I get to use all the moisturizing products and also protect my lips.<br />
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And for my hands, I have some gentle hand washes and a bottle of moisturizer (rose scented) near me at all times, so I don't forget to reapply.<br />
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That's all folks!<br />
Hope you find this information useful.<br />
Let me know how you tackle winters.<br />
Also, kindly bear with my photography skills. I have been using a camera that is new to me.Makeuppediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08957296647084944796noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1582678512033616437.post-86113012372354181902019-02-01T17:58:00.001-05:002020-01-17T15:38:15.778-05:00Repurchased skincare items<style type="text/css">
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am going to talk about products that I have repurchased. Emptying a
skincare product and repurchasing it is a big deal for me. With so
many new products out in the industry, and my wish-list constantly
increasing, I always look for products better than what I tried, when I finish a
product. So, repurchasing a product, means that I really love
it, is great value for money and works with my budget and my skin. And sometimes, despite a product working well on my skin, if it is not in my budget,
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1. <b>Stratia
skincare’s liquid gold</b> – I have repurchased this little gem 4 or maybe even 5 times. It is a great product both in performance and budget. It does not have any
active ingredients and sometimes, my skin simply needs just that. It is emollient, moisturizing and is a great occlusive. It is simple, but best! I plan on repurchasing it again.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2. <b>Epionce lytic
plus TX lotion</b> - This was recommended to me by a friend, when I was struggling with harmonal breakout. It did not do much for my crazy breakout and the fault is not with the product, but with my harmonal imbalance. There is only so much a topical cream could do. But, once my harmones were under control, I have been loving this product for having kept these tiny bumps or texture on my skin at bay. I have repurchased this twice since then. I think my skin has gotten used to it. So once I finish this tube, I will give a break, may be use other acids for a while before getting another tube. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">3. <b>Indeed labs
hydraluron moisture jelly</b> - This product is simplicity at its best. It is a basic hyaluronic acid gel. I layer it over my essence and under moisturizer. Usually sandwiched between layers of mist. It provides hydration, helps my skin retain moisture. I cant say enough good things about this product! The only con is that I go through it way too quickly! I am planning on getting multiples of this serum, once I go through my current hydrating serums.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">4. <b>Sunday Riley good
genes</b> - This serum was such a godsend for me. It was just around the time I started taking my skincare routines and products seriously, that this product was hyped and praised. It absolutely deserves everything. I got to try a ml sample of this serum and loved how bright my skin looked. I purchased a full size of it and happily started using it. Though, I am currently giving my skin a break from it, to use up a few other acids that I had accumulated. I cant wait to get back to using it. I already have purchased back ups for this serum!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">5. <b>Sunday Riley
U.F.O.</b> - This is another gem from the brand "Sunday Riley". I got the first bottle for free through a campaign run by the brand. It cleared up my skin considerably! It has about 1.5% salicylic acid, which is a beta hydroxy acid that helps in clearing out the skin by chemically exfoliating it. I was so impressed that I finished the first bottle and purchased another one. I dont use it everyday, but when my skin feels congested, or when I feel an acne brewing under the skin. I love it and will repurchase it.</span></div>
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micellar water</b> - This product is a cult favorite and has every reason to be one. It is super gentle on the skin and eyes, but removes/destroys makeup. I can and have used it on my eyes in the waterline area and never got blurry vision and no stinging. I have used up two bottles of it. Wanted to compare it with Garnier micellar water and got it. The Garnier one is good too, but I think once I am done with the drugstore version, I want to go back to Bioderma and stick with it. Sometimes, it takes a few trial run with other products to realize what a gem the original product was. I threw away both bottles, and so here is a picture from the internet!</span></div>
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lip mask</b> - The only lip product (apart from straight up lanolin) that nourishes a chapped lip back to health, overnight. I love the thick, gooey consistency. Love the smell and taste too! The thick balm covers, protects and repairs the lips. I got the tinted version first and fell in love with it and got the original untinted one too. Now I have one in my handbag and one on my night stand! Also I prefer the tube for sanitary purposes. The 15 ml tube lasts for a looong time, since you only need a tiny bit to cover the lips. It is expensive for a lip mask, no matter how amazing it is. I will repurchse it when I find a good deal. I got both my current tubes on sale. Will wait for a sale and stock up!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">9. <b>Klairs soft airy UV essence SPF 50 PA+++</b> - I purchased the Gothamista x whishtrend skincare essentials box last year during thanksgiving, and one of the main reasons for the purchase, was to try this sunscreen. I am happy to say that I love this sunscreen! The texture is a dream! It spreads well, leaves no white cast. Gets absorbed into the skin quickly. It does not contain alcohol. The main reason I am gushing about this product is that it does not alter the layers of skincare underneath. It does not pill, does not leave a matte finish, does not leave a dewy finish. Id say it leaves a satin finish. I have applied it under foundation and had absolutely no issues. The formula is so elegant! I can not rave enough about this product. I have already repurchased another tube. The one negative point for me is the accessability. I got it as a kit the first time and got free shipping for the entire kit. But if I want to buy induvidual products from them, I have to either pay a shipping fee of $10 or buy for $69 to get free shipping. I am looking for other websites to buy from and will update if I find something.</span><br />
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<br />Makeuppediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08957296647084944796noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1582678512033616437.post-54274750279951003522018-03-01T20:29:00.000-05:002018-03-01T20:29:12.073-05:00Wabi Sabi Botanical's - Budhi Sacha Inchi eye nectar review<br />
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I am here with the review of one of my favourite eye products – Budhi sacha inchi eye nectar from WabiSabi Botanicals. That was quite a mouthful! The irony is, this product as is, has been discontinued and has been reformulated. I am going to try the new formula pretty soon, but wanted to document my love for the old one too.<br />
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I received this in one of the boxes from a subscription service called “the boxwalla”. I must admit, that I received a lot of wonderful green beauty products from boxwalla.<br />
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Few words about this eye nectar from the boxwalla’a instagram page. <br />
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"Budhi is a Buddhist term that comes from the Sanskrit 'Budh' which means 'to awaken' and this velvety nectar literally makes you look refreshed and awake. How, you ask? The amazing ingredients list will tell you the whole story.<br />
<i>"The organic coffee fruit oil used in this delicious concoction is made by roasting and cold pressing Organic Venezuelan coffee beans resulting in a full bodied, caffeinated oil that infuses the skin around the eyes with potent antioxidants. The beautiful, rich oil has a high concentration of chloregenic acid and actives, which firm and brighten under-eye skin while reducing inflammation, puffiness, fine lines and improving skin texture. The Sea Buckthorn Supercritical CO2 extract with its high beta carotene & free radical scavenging abilities, the Coffee Fruit oil that firms & brightens under-eye skin, the lovely Peruvian Sachan Inchi Oil with its unusually high content of Omega 3s that supports an anti-inflammatory skin response. And these potent star ingredients are all supported by incredible oils like Prickly Pear seed oil with its high Vitamin E content, highly linoleic Guava Seed Oil with its scar-reducing properties & ability to help the skin retain its moisture, Evening Primrose Oil that reduces inflammation & renews tired skin & Olive Squalane that is a lipid-precursor. Nature's super powers all distilled into this beautiful little bottle.</i>”<br />
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I could not find any information on the website, as they have relaunched and no longer have information about the older version.<br />
Ingredients:<br />
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Now, on to my thoughts on the eye nectar.<br />
First off, I love the golden yellow hue it has, which is due to its excellent mixture of oils. Despite being so dark, it does not stain the skin at all.<br />
Next is the aroma. You really can smell the aroma of coffee beans. At the end of the day, it is quite soothing to inhale before applying. And, it spreads easily and hence a little goes a long way. One 10 ml bottle lasted for more than a year for me. My skin under the eyes are perennially dry and have many fine lines under my eyes. So a regular gel textured eye cream won’t provide moisture that would last the entire day/night. This oil was very moisturizing for me. It does not sit on top of my skin, but gets absorbed quickly. I do not have crow’s feet yet, so I am not sure of its firming properties.<br />
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Another important aspect, that I look for, in an eye cream, is that it should not irritate my eye lids. Many creams that I have tired do irritate my lids. This oil does not! I have taken it as close to my water line as possible, and it did not irritate my skin nor cause blurry eyes or sting them. Lastly it is excellent to massage with a metal tipped tool. I started massaging the area around my eyes of late, and it is so relaxing!<br />
The packaging is a usual glass dropper. I don't actually drop the oil, just smear whatever is stuck on the glass dropper under my eyes.<br />
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To me, this is an excellent moisturizing and anti-aging eye product. I am extremely sad that this concoction was discontinued. But, I am also excited to try the newer version and see if I love it the same way as this.<br />
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Ok, now addressing the main claim of reducing puffiness and dark circles. My eyes seldom get puffy (unless I have a severe cold and running nose), so I cant speak for its depuffing claims.<br />
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I have super dark eye circles. Mainly under my eyes, because of two main reasons. First, my eyes are deep set, so there is always a dark shadow effect under my eyes. Second, my dark circles are hereditary and so, nothing can actually cure it. Concealer is my best friend! <br />
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So, when I try an eye cream, I only look at how moisturizing it is and how well it lasts through the day. <br />
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</style>Makeuppediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08957296647084944796noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1582678512033616437.post-52563629283420406832018-02-14T16:53:00.000-05:002018-02-14T21:28:48.851-05:00Happy Valentine's day!Hey you all!<br />
Hope you are all had a great start to 2018. Time flies, and it is already Valentine's day!<br />
A little update on my plans for this year. I have been thinking of resuming blogging, it has been such a long time since I blogged seriously. I have been working on some reviews, empties post and will get those post up soon. I am hoping to have the same passion, with which I started this blog, a few years back.<br />
As the name suggests, this blog was a result of my love for make-up. But as time flew by, I slowly lost interest in make-up and was and am now, full on into skincare. I strongly started believing that, if my skin is in its best shape, I dont even need a full face of make-up. And so for the past 2 years, I have been focusing on taking care of, understanding and listening to my skin. And I feel that it has paid off. I am quite happy with where I am with my skin, right now. I still am working on it, but there has been a huge improvement.<br />
Back to today, I have been seeing so many positive and lovely posts on instagram, about spreading love and peace among the skincare community. I am on board with that, for sure! I'd also like to share my thoughts on what I like to do on a Valentine's day.<br />
I strongly encourage, believe in self care and love and that is what I am going to talk about today. I once read somewhere (don't remember where, but I am largely paraphrasing here, so bear with) that for a person to make the people around him/her happy, he/she has to be happy from within. If he/she experiences emptiness, there is nothing to give. I really loved the concept of happiness and love from within. I'd say, for Valentine's day, love yourself and you will have plenty to give to others!<br />
Now, I dont want to bore you guys too much with philosophy. So, here are a few products that I have started to/feel like I am going to, love.<br />
Here are my make-up loves.<br />
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Starting from foundation, I recently got a sample of the <b>Too Faced born this way</b> foundation, and I am really liking it. Still testing it with a few primers underneath. Also, I like the <b>NYC loose setting powder</b> to set my face and under the eyes, though I hardly use it these days, as my skin does better without a powder right now. In the summer, it is going to come in handy. Got a delux sample of the <b>YSL Touche Eclat blur primer</b>. Really enjoy the tiny little golden flecks in this.<br />
As for tools, I love the original <b>beauty blender</b> to blend my foundation in, gives such a natural finish. BTW, it is huge because I just washed it. And really enjoy using the <b>real techniques mini miracle sponge</b> for blending concealer in.<br />
For a soft smokey liner, I have been loving the <b>LORAC PRO liner</b> in the shade dark brown. And for a dramatic kohl lined eyes, I dip the <b>urban decay perversion</b> into the <b>maybelline gel liner</b> and then line my lash lines top and bottom.<br />
Both <b>anastasia beverley hills</b> brow products are my go to for brows, both are in the shades dark brown.<br />
And for lips (I am a lipstick junkie), I have rediscovered the <b>loreal paris</b> lipstick in the shade blushing berry from my stash, that I am loving and there is of course, the <b>MAC tender talk lip balm</b> in pretty me up. This <b>bite beauty agave lip mask</b> in the shade smashed is what I reach for, when I am in a hurry and want a 2 in 1 moisture + color kinda product.<br />
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As for skin care loves, I gave myself a minute to pick a few products from my stash, because, it can get a little out of hands right now.<br />
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The <b>su:m 37 secret essence</b> is a great product to layer on the skin for extra hydration, which I am doing almost everyday this winter. <b>Stratia skin liquid gold</b> is my go to moisturizer if I am unsure of what to use. The <b>wabisabi botanicals sacha inchi eye nectar</b> has been a life saver for my dry under-eye area. The <b>bioderma cicabio cream</b> has also been a life saver this winter, as have been applying it on my dry and sensitive spots. <b>Nuxe reve de miel ultra nourishing lip balm</b> is my go to balm at night and if I want a matte finish + moisture on my lips.<br />
Last but not the least, I have been really enjoying the <b>Dr.Brandt hydro biotic recovery sleeping mask</b>, sent to me to try from Influenster, for free. It absorbs well into the skin, provides that precious extra layer of hydration to the skin at night, does not leave a film on my skin in the morning, like a lot of the other sleeping masks that I have tried, did. It has a very pleasant smell and is easy to spread. The consistency is pretty light and gel like. Most importantly, it does not ball up when I apply it as the last layer, on top of a zillion layers.<br />
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Hope you guys enjoyed this come back post!<br />
Stay tuned for more posts!!<br />
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Summer has begun and so has the heat, sweat, tan, oily skin...etc. I often get caught saying that I can tolerate any amount of heat when compared to the snow and cold weather. But come summer and I am here complaining about the heat and sweat! Its a love-hate relationship between me and summer! </div>
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A lot of things change in the lifestyle of a person during summer months. The food we eat, fruits we get, we tend to gorge up on cherries, mangoes, plums and all the other summer seasonal fruits. Our attire changes as well to a much light colored, loose fitting, airy and short ones.</div>
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While I was aware of all these changes, what I was unaware of, until recently, was that our skin care regime has to change during summer as well!<br />
I have only recently (over the last 4 years) started paying attention to my skincare products/routine. And all these years, I used to use the same products all year round. Just a few months back, I realized (thanks to YouTube gurus!) that I am supposed to switch up my skincare.<br />
So today's post is dedicated to my summer skin care routine. I am by no means an expert in skincare, (Still researching and trying new products, though I will get there one day ;) but I still want to share my routine and the products that i use during summer months!!<br />
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First things first, <b>cleansing</b> the skin is very important, as it is essential to remove all the sweat, dead skin, dirt, products like sunscreen, makeup accumulated during the course of the day. I have been enjoying the benefits of double cleansing of late. Double cleansing is, using an oil based cleanser, like a cleansing oil or cleansing butter and massaging it all over the face. This process loosens the dirt and makeup on the face and also the massage increases the blood circulation on the face. After massaging the butter/oil for about a minute or two, yes A MINUTE OR TWO is important to really cleanse the skin well, I use wash cloth soaked in hot water (as hot as your face could take) and wipe away the oil, repeating the hot wash cloth wipe 3 to 4 times to get rid of all the oil. This process really relaxes me and preps me for a good night's sleep.</div>
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And then I usually use a foaming cleanser (not sure if using a synthetic foaming cleanser after an all natural oil cleanse is a good idea, I am researching this aspect at the moment and will update you guys) as a second cleanse, to remove the oil that remains, if at all any (I get paranoid because, I dont want to leave any excuse for the pesky acne causing bacteria to thrive on my face - Gross)!</div>
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Products I use for cleansing:<br />
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First cleanse:</div>
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1. The body shop camomile cleansing butter</div>
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2. Lush cosmetics ultrabland - trying a sample of this one out currently, and I seem to be liking it</div>
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3. Burt's bees cleansing oil with coconut and argan oils - testing this one out too.<br />
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1. Clean and clear essentials foaming facial cleanser</div>
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2. CeraVe foaming facial cleanser (Not pictured, sorry :(<br />
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At times, if I feel the need to physically exfoliate, I substitute a facial scrub in place of the second cleanse foaming face wash and get my skin exfoliated.<br />
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Exfoliating cleanser:</div>
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1. Forest essentials narangi and nagkesar ubtan</div>
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2. Tatcha polished deep rice enzyme powder<br />
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About twice a week, I like using a mask. Two masks that I am currently using are:<br />
1. Vichy Normaderm 3 in 1 mask<br />
2. Boscia luminous black peel-off mask.<br />
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The second step in my summer skin care routine is toner. The toners I will be referring to are acid toners, which are not the conventional toners, but are exfoliating liquids like AHA - Alpha Hydroxy Acid and BHA - Beta Hydroxy Acids. These liquids chemically exfoliate the dead skin cells and helps make skin smoother and brighter. As someone with combination oily and dehydrated skin, I use both AHA and BHA acids as toner:<br />
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1. Paul's choice 2% salicylic acid exfoliating liquid.</div>
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2. Pixi glow tonic with 5% glycolic acid.</div>
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I am planning to do a separate post about acid toners, so have a look out for that.<br />
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The next step is a serum. A serum is a product with a thinner consistency than a moisturizer and is best when used after toner and before moisturizer, that is either a treatment or just rich in anti-oxidants. You can use the toner as a treatment like a retinol booster or vitamin c booster or hyaluronic acid or just a serum with a bunch of anti oxidants to help prevent the signs if aging.<br />
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The serum I use are:</div>
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1. Keihl's midnight recovery serum concentrate.<br />
2. Paula's choice 1% clinical retinol treatment.<br />
3. I also like to apply an oil as a serum for extra hydration. I am loving using Marula oil at the moment.<br />
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The next step in my skin care routine is moisturizer. This step helps seal the goodness of all the previous steps into the skin and keeps the skin hydrated.<br />
During day time, I like to use a moisturizer with SPF, so I dont need to pile products up on my face. A few moisturizers with SPF that I am enjoying are:<br />
1. Drunk Elephant Umbra Sheer Physical Defense with SPF 30. This one is an physical sunscreen.<br />
2. Neutrogena Ultra sheer dry touch broad spectrum sunscreen SPF 55. This I use when I know I am going to be spending time outside for long.<br />
3. Earth Recipies waterful sun gel SPF 50+ PA+++. This is a chemical sunblock and really moisturizing!!<br />
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At night, before bed my favourite moisturizer is:<br />
1. CeraVe pm moisturizing lotion at night.<br />
I also like to apply almond/coconut oil on my face, just for a change!<br />
After completing all the steps, I like to spray some deionized water on my face. I have used facial mists in the past, but have never really felt any difference.<br />
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I am still working on improving my skin care routine. Will definitely do another updated skincare routine post soon!<br />
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Also summer = short dress, shorts! So it is very essential to shave regularly, to have a smooth skin and flaunt it. Initially I started off with the drugstore disposable razors, but that turned out to be pretty expensive. Then i heard about Dollar Shave Club, which is a monthly subscription box which contains a handle and a razor cartridge (which has 4 razor blades). You can adjust the frequency of your box. You get the razor cartridge and the handle in your first box, and then after, you get the cartridge alone. Also, I feel that the blades are far sharper than the drugstore feminine razors and I get a smooth shave. I really love these Dollar Shave Club razors and am thinking about order a box for myself. During the process of finding the perfect razor for my husband from the DSC, we ended up ordering a couple extra handles and so I have been using one of the extra handles.<br />
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If you guys would like to check out the DSC page, here is the link : <a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?hl=en&q=https://www.dollarshaveclub.com/blades&source=gmail&ust=1469803248722000&usg=AFQjCNGr8KzIwhubyAQniTHbyuzanhw8oQ" href="https://www.dollarshaveclub.com/blades" style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12.8px;" target="_blank">https://www.<wbr></wbr>dollarshaveclub.com/blades</a><br />
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Hope you enjoyed my summer skincare routine! What does your routine consist of? Let me know in the comments section. I would love to know yours!<br />
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Today's post is about my first sephora play box.</div><div dir="ltr"><br></div><div dir="ltr">For those who are new to the beauty world, sephora play box is a monthly beauty box containing 5 samples of luxury beauty for $10 per month. You get to try a few luxury skin care and makeup product samples, the full sizes of which, are available at sephora. They also include a perfume sample in all the boxes.</div><div dir="ltr"><br></div><div dir="ltr">This is the 8th sephora play box, ever since they started this service September last year.</div>
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<span style="text-align: left;">I am really interested in trying the clinique prep start eye cream and Sunday Riley good genes lactic acid treatment. I already have the NARS satin lip pencil in rikugien and I really liked the shade on me. It is a great everyday shade!</span></div>
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This box contains:<br>
1. Sunday Riley good genes lactic acid treatment - 10 ml<br>
2. NARS satin lip pencil in rikugien - Delux sample size - 1.7 g<br>
3. Sephora collection colorful cheek ink gel in Peony - 10 g<br>
4. DEREK LAM 10 CROSBY 2am kiss perfume sample size (probably 1ml)<br>
5. Clinique prep start eye cream - 3 ml<br>
6. Milk makeup sunshine oil - 3 ml<br>
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Overall, I am not extremely excited about this month's play by sephora. Nevertheless I will give this box another shot next month and then decide about continuing or cancelling it.<br>
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Here are the full prices of the products.<br>
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Makeuppediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08957296647084944796noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1582678512033616437.post-6809499616470166412016-04-20T21:53:00.001-04:002016-04-20T21:53:27.812-04:00Review: CereVe AM facial moisturizing lotion<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I am back with another skin care review.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Despite loving makeup, I one fine day, asked myself "What is the point in buying tonnes of makeup, when your skin is not in good condition?" When the skin has a lot of texture and imperfections (like small bumps, acne scars, spots and redness), I am of the opinion that even a thick layer of a makeup would not conceal them. After trying a lot of foundations, concealers and powders, I realized that I, at this point, did not prefer anything on my face other than moisturizer and sunscreen. Now don't get me wrong here, I DO LOVE MAKEUP! But I feel that makeup should be used as an enhancing tool.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">So I decided to focus on improving my skin and after that, start using makeup. Not sure how many of you guys would agree with me.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Talking about moisturizers, one of my favorites at the moment is the CereVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion. </span><br />
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<b>About the brand</b><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; line-height: 15px;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>CeraVe is a registered trademark of Valeant Pharmaceuticals International, Inc.</i></span></span><br />
<i style="background-color: white; color: #6a6a6a; font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; line-height: 26px;">Skin naturally contains ceramides. Over time, ceramides become depleted, leading to dry and irritated skin. CeraVe helps replenish the vital ceramides healthy skin needs. It's formulated with a unique combination of three ceramides (called 1, 3, and 6-II). Only CeraVe delivers ceramides through a patented, controlled-release technology that penetrates the skin's surface, to help rebuild the skin's protective barrier and lock in moisture all day. </i><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">CeraVe AM moisturizing lotion moisturizes and provides broad spectrum sun protection.</span></div>
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<li><span style="color: #6a6a6a; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="line-height: 26px;">Contains Niacinamide, which calms skin.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #6a6a6a; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="line-height: 26px;">InVisibleZinc Technology contains microfine zinc oxide that spreads easily and dries with a clear finish.</span></span></li>
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<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18.2px;">I was looking for a new moisturizer and found good reviews for this product and went for it. It comes with a pump dispenser which can be locked when not in use or while travelling, very convenient and love that feature! The consistency of the moisturizer is medium, neither too thick nor too watery. It spreads easily on skin, but of late I find it works really well when I spray a facial mist and then apply my moisturizer. It does have a slight white tint on application which disappears in about five to ten minutes of application. It does have a broad spectrum SPF of 30, meaning the zinc oxide protects against UVA in addition to UVB, so it protects from sun burn and aging, which is very good. The packaging claims that it is suited for normal to dry skin, but I have used this during summer and I was quite comfortable. It did not make my skin extra oily or clog my pores. It is also fragrance free. It contains niacinamide, a cell communicating agent, that helps skin repair damage from pollution and su damage and produce new cells.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18.2px;">1. Convenient and travel friendly packaging.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18.2px;">2. Has SPF 30.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18.2px;">4. Contains a lot of skin friendly and beneficial ingredients.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18.2px;">The not so good:</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18.2px;">1. NONE!!</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18.2px;">I definitely recommend this moisturizer to all who have normal to dry skin. Honestly, I feel even the oily skin gals can use this.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18.2px;">Rating - 5/5.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18.2px;">Have a good day!</span></span></div>
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Makeuppediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08957296647084944796noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1582678512033616437.post-4448305961689362322016-04-17T19:14:00.001-04:002016-04-17T19:17:48.389-04:00New skin care products!!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I wanted to share my newest skin care purchases with you. I bought these a few days back and I am excited to use them and review.<br />
I am particularly excited to try the Drunk Elephant moisturizer and the Paula's Choice 1% clinical strength retinol treatment, as I have read great reviews about both products!<br />
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Stay tuned for reviews on all these products in a few days.<br />
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Makeuppediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08957296647084944796noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1582678512033616437.post-1339155680612816362016-04-09T20:22:00.000-04:002016-04-09T20:22:59.801-04:00Review: Keurig K15 coffee machine.<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Today I am going to slightly diverge from makeup and skin care and talk about yet another thing that I have started to love of late - COFFEE!<br />
This happened only over the past few months and I have no clue as to when exactly I started developing a liking towards coffee.<br />
Anyways, continuing on this note, I recently received a <a href="http://www.keurig.com/Brewers/Home/Keurig%C2%AE-K15-Coffee-Maker/p/K15-Coffee-Maker" target="_blank">Keurig K15</a> from <a href="https://www.influenster.com/" target="_blank">Influenster</a> to try and give my opinion on. I would to cut to the chase and let you know that I am in love with this machine!<br />
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<b>Details about the machine.</b><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><i>The Keurig<sup style="box-sizing: border-box; left: 0px; line-height: 0; position: relative; top: 3px;">®</sup> K15 Coffee Maker is a compact personal coffee maker with 6, 8, and 10 oz. K-Cup<sup style="box-sizing: border-box; left: 0px; line-height: 0; position: relative; top: 3px;">®</sup> pod brew sizes. Portable and great for small spaces, the Keurig<sup style="box-sizing: border-box; left: 0px; line-height: 0; position: relative; top: 3px;">®</sup> K15 makes single cup brewing fast, convenient and simple. To operate, simply add fresh water into the single-use reservoir, choose your favorite K-Cup<sup style="box-sizing: border-box; left: 0px; line-height: 0; position: relative; top: 3px;">®</sup> pod, brew, and enjoy!</i></span></div>
<span style="background-color: white; color: #1e1e1e; font-family: 'Reader Regular', Arial, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 20px;">Key Features that I love about K15:</span><br />
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<li style="border-image-outset: initial; border-image-repeat: initial; border-image-slice: initial; border-image-source: initial; border-image-width: initial; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background-color: white;">Compact size - Does not occupy much space in my already tiny kitchen!</span></li>
<li style="border-image-outset: initial; border-image-repeat: initial; border-image-slice: initial; border-image-source: initial; border-image-width: initial; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background-color: white;">Removable Drip Tray - This feature helps in fitting all sizes of mugs!</span></li>
<li style="border-image-outset: initial; border-image-repeat: initial; border-image-slice: initial; border-image-source: initial; border-image-width: initial; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background-color: white;">Indicator lights help guide you through each brew - very useful for people (like me) who hates reading the manual!</span></li>
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<li style="border-image-outset: initial; border-image-repeat: initial; border-image-slice: initial; border-image-source: initial; border-image-width: initial; border: 0px; box-sizing: border-box; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit; list-style: disc; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="background-color: white;">Cord storage feature helps with portability</span></li>
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<span style="color: #1e1e1e; font-family: Reader Regular, Arial, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">All in all, I would like to say that I love the K15.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1e1e1e; font-family: Reader Regular, Arial, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">Even if I had not received it for free, I was thinking about getting one soon!</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1e1e1e; font-family: Reader Regular, Arial, Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">I totally recommend this machine, if you are a coffee lover like me!!</span></span></div>
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Makeuppediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08957296647084944796noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1582678512033616437.post-71221093819364172692016-03-10T22:20:00.000-05:002016-03-10T22:35:51.549-05:00Review: Paula's Choice skin perfecting 2% BHA liquid<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Hope you all are doing good! I took a rather loooong break from blogging and I kinda missed it. Anyways, I wanted to restart blogging and make a few changes on my blog, but that is gonna take a while. I would want to start writing regularly and then think about the rest. Enough rambling about me.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Paula Begoun is the founder and innovative force behind Paula’s Choice Skincare. She has helped millions of women go to the cosmetics counter with the confidence and knowledge to take the absolute best care of their skin.<span style="line-height: 1.4;"> The Paula's Choice team </span></span><span style="line-height: 1.4;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">is dedicated to helping you find the absolute best products for your skin, using research-based criteria to review beauty products and write beauty advice articles from an honest, balanced perspective.</span></span></div>
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<li><i style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: 1.4;">Anti-Aging, Blackheads, Enlarged Pores, Redness, Wrinkles</i></li>
<li><i style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: 1.4;">For All Skin Types</i></li>
<li><i style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: 1.4;">2% BHA unclogs & diminishes enlarged pores</i></li>
<li><i style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: 1.4;">Green tea extract calms redness</i></li>
<li><i style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: 1.4;">Dramatically improves skin’s texture for radiant, even-toned skin</i></li>
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<span style="line-height: 18.2px;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Water (Aqua), Methylpropanediol (slip agents/penetration enhancers), Butylene Glycol (slip agents/penetration enhancers), Salicylic Acid (beta hydroxy acid/exfoliant), Polysorbate 20 (solubilizing agent), Camellia Oleifera (Green Tea) Leaf Extract (anti-irritant/antioxidant), Sodium Hydroxide (pH balancer), Tetrasodium EDTA (chelating agent)</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="color: #505050;"><span style="font-variant: inherit; line-height: 18.2px;">My skin has always been acne prone and combination oily. But of late, my skin has become kinda normal and dehydrated. So I am reassessing my skin care routine and changing the products.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="color: #505050;"><span style="font-variant: inherit; line-height: 18.2px;">I came across this product while watching the skin care routine of another blogger. I </span><span style="line-height: 18.2px;">immediately</span><span style="font-variant: inherit; line-height: 18.2px;"> searched for reviews of the product and found more about BHA (Beta Hydroxy Acid) and how it is an exfoliant and other good stuff about it. BHA reduces skin texture a.k.a. the bumps on the skin, which are caused by clogged pores. My skin had a lot of texture and it always worried me, as I did not know the cause for it. Fast forward a few months, I was chosen to take part in the BuzzAgent campaign to test the very same 2% BHA liquid from Paula's Choice. After using it for over 4 to 5 weeks, here is my review.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="color: #505050;"><span style="font-variant: inherit; line-height: 18.2px;">The product has the consistency of water My initial feeling was a very uncomfortable one, as the liquid felt slightly tacky after application. But the tackiness did go away after a few minutes. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="color: #505050;"><span style="font-variant: inherit; line-height: 18.2px;">I</span></span></span><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; line-height: 18.2px;"> </span><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; line-height: 18.2px;">noticed changes in my face in a week's time. </span><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; line-height: 18.2px;">My face was brighter, had lesser breakouts,</span><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-variant: inherit; line-height: 18.2px;"> felt less bumpier, very few breakouts (except the monthly </span><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; line-height: 18.2px;">hormonal</span><span style="color: #505050; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-variant: inherit; line-height: 18.2px;"> ones). I have fewer blackheads (I still do have blackheads). As far as the pore and anti aging/wrinkle situation is concerned, I can't vouch for that, as I have just started having wrinkles around my eyes and I did not notice any drastic pore size reduction. My skin has some discoloration and scarring from the past breakouts, so this product did not do much about it. It does hydrate a little due to its tacky feeling, but not enough for my skin which is dehydrated right now. Nevertheless, it did smooth my skin and I can happily say that this product is one of my holy grails now - can't live without it anymore! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="color: #505050;"><span style="font-variant: inherit; line-height: 18.2px;">I saturate a cotton round with the 2 % BHA liquid and swipe over my entire face morning and night.</span></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-variant: inherit; line-height: 18.2px;"><b>Price:</b> $28 for 4 oz/ 118 ml.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #505050; font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif; font-variant: inherit; line-height: 18.2px;"><b>Final thoughts:</b> Go for it! Absolutely recommend it.</span></div>
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Makeuppediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08957296647084944796noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1582678512033616437.post-21315264252277223132013-03-19T13:00:00.003-04:002013-03-19T13:00:33.491-04:00My ever expanding list of hobbies and a new one today!<br />
Hey all!<br />
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I have been "busy" again! And this time, I am going to share what has been keeping me occupied. As you guys already know i loooove craft and art works and even shared one my favourite hobbies <a href="http://makeuppedia.blogspot.in/2013/03/my-favourite-hobby-revived.html" target="_blank">revived</a>.<br />
And now i have tried my hands on Jewellery making and i am loving it even more.<br />
Remember my Las Vegas haul and all the colorful beads and strings? Don't understand what i am talking about? Read <a href="http://makeuppedia.blogspot.in/2013/03/just-arrived-from-las-vegas.html" target="_blank">this</a>. I tried one of the kits and here are the pictures.<br />
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Hey everyone!<br />
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During my recent shopping, i got my first red nail paint from Maybelline Coloroma - GABRIELE . I do not own a single blood red shade and often lean more towards pinks and peaches. Read on to know if this has become my favorite red nail paint or not.<br />
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<b>What Maybelline says</b>:<i><span style="color: #646464;"> </span></i><br />
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<i><span style="color: #646464;"> Why You’ll Love It</span></i><i> </i><br />
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<li><i>High-gloss nail color with 5 day wear!</i><i> </i></li>
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<li><i>Combine a visually stunning palette of pigments, pearls and glitters</i><i> </i></li>
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<b>My experience with it</b>: This is a cream finish and has no glitter in it. I love the shade and the way it instantly brightens up my hands. One coat gives a sheer finish and two coats give a decent opaque coverage. I have worn two coats in the pictures.<br />
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I love the quality of the brush, which gives an even coating of the polish and a non streaky finish. The first coat dries off within two minutes, but the second coat takes a while to dry. And one needs to be careful enough after applying the second coat to avoid any impressions on the nails, and i often end up with either finger prints or fabric impressions.<br />
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The only thing that i hate about this nail paint is that it chips off within a day on my nails! I tend to wash my hands quite frequently and also do some household chores and this nail paint failed to survive through those! In fact i noticed that the first chipping happens when i have bath the next day :( (i usually apply nailpaints before hitting the bed), which is pretty fast.<br />
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<b>Price</b>: The price has been increased from Rs.80 to Rs.100 for 8ml.<br />
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<b>The good</b>:<br />
1. Gives a glossy and smooth finish.<br />
2. Does not give a streaky finish.<br />
3. Instantly brightens my hands.<br />
4. Affordable price.<br />
5. Good quality brush.<br />
6. Has some good variety of shades to choose from.<br />
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<b>The not so good</b>:<br />
1. The second coat takes a while to dry.<br />
2. Chips within a day.<br />
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<b>Final word</b>: This is a decent nail paint to start with and quite affordable too. If you can put up with the chipping or if you can avoid the frequent hand washes, then go ahead and give it a try. <b>I would rate this 3/5</b>.<br />
I personally will not repurchase this shade, but will look for the exact shade in some other brand.<br />
Suggestions are welcome!<br />
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Makeuppediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08957296647084944796noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1582678512033616437.post-89285789410918094112013-03-13T12:47:00.001-04:002013-03-13T13:36:14.285-04:00Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain - HoneyHey everyone!<br />
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After having tried the balm stain and the lip butter from Revlon, i can very well say that i have started loving the brand and would like to try more products.<br />
Today i am going to review the newly launched and the much loved Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in 001 Honey!<br />
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I have been carrying it with me for the past 2 weeks and hence the inscription on the tube is almost gone!<br />
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<b>What Revlon says</b>: <i><span id="bodya_0_lblRight">It’s a pampering balm fused with a
lightweight lipstain in an adorable chubby crayon. Just Bitten Kissable
Balm Stain gives softer, smoother lips with a perfect flush of color
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The gel formula comes in 12 vibrant shades that match any look or mood. </span></i><br />
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<span id="bodya_0_lblRight">The website shows 11 shades and i am not sure if all of them have been launched in India. I saw 10 of them </span><i><span id="bodya_0_lblRight"></span></i>at the stores here in Chennai.<br />
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<b><span id="bodya_0_lblRight">My </span></b><span id="bodya_0_lblRight"><b>experience</b>: I was so desperate to try them ever since they were launched in India as they were the very similar to the Clinique chubby sticks which costs double this one's price. But i spotted them in shops only 2 weeks </span><span id="bodya_0_lblRight"><span id="bodya_0_lblRight">after getting launched</span>. I wanted to play safe, so picked up this lightest shade. But to my surprise, it is build-able and on swiping it 6-7 times, i got a deep shade on my lips indeed. The packaging is so cute and i love the twist up jumbo stick.</span><br />
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<span id="bodya_0_lblRight"> It goes on smooth on lips and i experienced no tugging. The pointed tip is really convenient to apply, especially easy to access the corners of my lips. </span><br />
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<span id="bodya_0_lblRight">On application, it appears to be very light at first, but after a while it turns to a beautiful colored stain on the lips.</span><br />
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<span id="bodya_0_lblRight"> I reapplied quite heavily to get an idea of the actual color and pigmentation. It covers any pigmentation and gives a good tint despite being a light shade. Actually it gives an almost natural look to my lips. Check the pictures. This is exactly how i would want my lips to be!</span><br />
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<span id="bodya_0_lblRight">It did not dry my lips, that might probably be because i had already prepped my lips with a balm, a while before applying the stain. The color/stain was on my lips for about 5 to 6 hours despite having an oily snack in the evening. One thing i was not very comfortable with was the way it faded. It was almost gone at the center on my lips (vertically) and was fully stained towards the outer lips, like i had applied some thick liner on my lips. I also love the slight minty cool sensation it gives on application, just like my blistex lip balm. It gives a glossy look to the lips, which i love. Here is a picture with flash, to show the actual color.</span><br />
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<span id="bodya_0_lblRight"><b>Price</b>: Rs.600 for 2.7 gms.</span><br />
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<span id="bodya_0_lblRight"><b>The good</b>:</span><br />
<span id="bodya_0_lblRight">1. Hides the pigmentation on my lips.</span><br />
<span id="bodya_0_lblRight">2. Super cute packaging.</span><br />
<span id="bodya_0_lblRight">3. Does not dry the lips.</span><br />
<span id="bodya_0_lblRight">4. Gives a glossy finish.</span><br />
<span id="bodya_0_lblRight">5. Minty and cool sensation on applying.</span><br />
<span id="bodya_0_lblRight">6. The color stays on for upto 6 hours.</span><br />
<span id="bodya_0_lblRight">7. Has a variety of shades to choose from. </span><br />
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<span id="bodya_0_lblRight"><b>The not so good</b>:</span><br />
<span id="bodya_0_lblRight">1. The only point that i could think of is, the lips need to be prepped (scrubbed and well moisturized) before applying this balm.</span><br />
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<span id="bodya_0_lblRight"><b>Final word</b>: I love this balm to bits and planning to get some really bright shades soon. And i recommend this to everyone!</span><br />
<span id="bodya_0_lblRight">I would rate this 4.7/5.</span><br />
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<span id="bodya_0_lblRight">Have a nice day!</span>Makeuppediahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08957296647084944796noreply@blogger.com8