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Have you ever considered the health implications of a good foot soak? Apparently, we all have tried foot bath many times because it feels relaxing. But other than providing a soothing effect to our mind, it also helps us in getting rid of dead skin from feet while hydrating our skin and relieves us from the pain we had after hours and hours of walking. If we want to compound the effects of foot soaking, certain additives can help us achieve that, and Listerine mouthwash is one such product.

You may have heard about different homemade foot soaks that can cure dry feet and cracked heels. There are different remedies to get soft and silky feet but this is something that really amazed me a great deal. You may have heard about Listerine mouthwash that is known to cure bad breath issues. It is an antiseptic product that eliminates germs from mouth and freshen the breath. The abundance of alcohol in Listerine makes its antiseptic properties more effective and hence it is used for variety of purposes such as getting rid of dandruff, killing germs and soothing skin etc. Since the antiseptic properties of Listerine have been proven effective as a mouthwash, it can also be used a mean to clean your feet as it is inexpensive and does not consume much time.

The Listerine foot soak is something different it involves the use of Listerine along with water and some vinegar. A huge number of people have already tested it and it works pretty well according to them. I have also seen various websites claiming that its works miraculously well for soft feet. So, I decided to try my very own Listerine foot soak.

Homemade Listerine Foot Soaks

Well I am not sticking with the regular recipe that has been published on various websites already. I am going to tell you different recipes for the foot bath which can be easily tried and tested.

1- Listerine Vinegar Foot Soak

This is the traditional recipe for Listerine vinegar foot soak; I have made a few tweaks in it to increase its effects a little bit.

Listerine Vinegar Foot Soak for toenail fungus

Ingredients

1-Three Tablespoon of Honey
2-One and a half cup of Listerine
3-Half cup of vinegar
4-A jug filled with warm water
5-A container or bucket wide enough to place your feet

The Recipe

Pour all the warm water from jug into the container and add three tablespoon of honey and stir it for a few minutes. Now add half cup of vinegar and one and a half cup of Listerine into the water. Mix the solution thoroughly and place the feet in to for at least ten minutes. The warm water will help relax the blood vessels in the feet and the solution will soften the dead thick skin on your feet. With the addition of honey you can feel the added shine and smoothness on your feet later on. Never do the feet soak with boiling hot water because it may end up damaging the skin. Make sure the water is warm enough to give you a soothing feel and not to cause any irritation or burning. After giving your feet this heavenly treatment you can further scrub or file them gently to remove the dead skin. You can also massage your feet with Vaseline later on to maintain the ultimate softness. Listerine foot bath is also effective for Toenail fungus. You can scrub the affected toenail after giving it foot bath and then dry it off to apply Vaseline.

2- Listerine Epsom Salt Foot Soak

Listerine and Epsom salt can ease down the tensed blood arteries in the feet. The amount of stress which our feet sustain in daily routine causes foot ache and numerous other problems. The blood flow in arteries lowers down and combined with the lack of moisture ends up cracking the skin on the feet; this cracked skin is also referred as dead skin below the feet.

Ingredients

1-Half cup of Epsom Salt
2-One and a half cup of Listerine
3-Few drops of lemon
4-A jug filled with warm water
5-A container wide enough to place feet

The Recipe

Fill the container with warm water and add a few drops of lemon juice and half cup of Epsom Salt. Add one and a half cup of Listerine into the water whilst stirring it slowly. Put your feet in the container for at least fifteen minutes and enjoy the warmth of solution. You can add a few cups of warm water if you are planning to soak them longer. The Epsom salt would greatly help in relieving the tension from feet muscles and reducing the inflammation. This foot soak greatly enhances the blood flow in your feet and eliminated the dryness from skin, moreover this footbath is also quite effective for toenail fungus. You can try the Epsom Salt Foot bath twice in a week; I usually prefer this treatment on weekend.

3- Listerine & Shaving Cream Foot Soak

Listerine and the shaving cream can work in conjunction to heal the dead skin from feet. Listerine is antiseptic so it kills the germs while the shaving cream contains chemicals that reduce the stiffness from skin and also enhances the production of Keratin. Keratin is one of the essential structural proteins that comprise the outer layer of skin and protects it from stress and cellular damage. With Listerine and shaving cream combo you can eliminate the dead cells from the feet and enhance the overall texture and softness of skin.

Ingredients

1-Shaving foam or cream
2-One cup of Listerine
3-A container wide enough to place feet
4-Warm water
5-A filer or foot scrubber

The Recipe

Wash your feet with soap or a good face wash. Apply the shaving cream on your feet and massage it gently for five to ten minutes. Fill the container with warm water and add one cup of Listerine in it. Place your feet in the warm solution for fifteen to twenty minutes. Use the filer or scrubber to remove the shaving cream along with the dead skin from feet and wash it off with normal water. Slowly massage the skin with a good skin lotion or Vaseline. The Shaving cream-Listerine feet soak works phenomenally better than the common foot creams in market. It can heal cracked and dry heels, prevents toenail fungus and dead skin cells formation with added Keratin treatment.

4- Listerine & Chamomile Tea Foot Soak

Listerine and Chamomile foot soak owes a great importance in the remedial treatment of calluses and corns. Also the people with the embarrassing sweaty foot condition can cure this problem with this homemade remedy. Chamomile tea is known for a number of beauty and health benefits and the combination with Listerine makes it an ideal choice to treat calluses, fungus and sweaty feet problem.

Ingredients

1-Chamomile Tea Mixture
2-One cup of Listerine
3-A container wide enough to place feet
4-Warm water
5-A filer or foot scrubber
6-Vaseline

The Recipe

Brew a cup of Chamomile tea and pour it in the container with warm water and Listerine mixture. Stir the solution for a minute. Place your feet in the warm solution and enjoy the warmth for half an hour. You can add extra cups of boiled water to keep the solution warm during the whole time. File the dead skin from feet and wash it off with normal water. After drying your feet apply some Vaseline on your heels and massage it gently. The Chamomile-Listerine Foot Bath eliminates the calluses and corns and decreases the over-sweating of feet. If you are struggling with dry and cracked heels I would suggest you to not try it more than twice in a month because Chamomile tea increases the dryness of skin to decrease the sweating problem and can result in over dryness of heels.

5- Listerine & Beetroot juice Foot Soak

Listerine and Beetroot Foot soak offers numerous benefits in a compact package. Beetroot is famously known for its anti-aging properties. The beetroot can decrease the dryness of skin and enhances its glow whilst removing the wrinkles from skin. The powerful antioxidant properties of beetroot juice combined with Listerine can work wonders on your feet.

Ingredients

1-Half cup of Beetroot Juice
2-One cup of Listerine
3-A container wide enough to place feet
4-Warm water
5-A filer or foot scrubber
6-Vaseline

The Recipe

Add half cup of Beetroot juice into warm water with one cup of Listerine. Stir the solution for a few minutes till it turns into indigo color. You can also add a few drops of lemon to the solution. Place your feet in the container for half an hour and enjoy a warm and cozy experience. You may experience a little tingling sensation for some time but it will vanish away on its own. After half hour use the filer to scrub the dead skin and wash it off with normal water. After drying the feet apply some Vaseline on your heels and massage gently. The Beetroot-Listerine combo is one of the best homemade remedy for silky soft feet and you can try this foot soak twice a week without any hassles at all.

6- Listerine & Lemon-Mint Foot Soak

Listerine with Lemon and Mint foot soak offers superior soothing properties for your feet. After a hectic walking routine your feet get tired as the muscles get stressed out. The best part about this foot soak is its muscle relaxing properties and combined with Listerine’s antiseptic qualities this is an utter treat to try and experience.

Ingredients

1-One Medium to Full size Lemon
2-Half cup of mint leaves
3-A container wide enough to place feet
4-Warm water
5-One cup of Listerine

The Recipe

Cut a lemon into thin slices and boil it in one litre of water with half cup of mint leaves. Boil the water for five to ten minutes and add a few drops of lemon juice. Let the water cool a bit and when it turns into lukewarm state add one cup of Listerine in it. Pour the water in container and place your feet in it for half an hour. You can add one or two cups of warm water to keep it warm for the whole period. You can try this foot soak twice in a week and you would be amazed with its foot soothing properties and the immaculate experience during the treatment.

7- Listerine, Clove & Nutmeg Foot Soak

Nutmeg is a well known aromatic spice that is frequently used in Asian and Middle East countries. The aromatic spice offers various health and beauty benefits, you can read more about its benefits here. The Listerine and Nutmeg Foot soak offers nice and warm soothing experience to the feet that softens the skin and remove the dead cells from the heels.

Ingredients

1-A Dozen Cloves
2-Few drops of Lemon Juice
3-A container wide enough to place feet
4-Warm water
5-One cup of Listerine
6- One teaspoon Nutmeg Powder

The Recipe

Boil a dozen of cloves with nutmeg powder and a few drops of lemon juice in one liter water. Boil the water for five to ten minutes and let it cool down to the lukewarm state. Pour the water in container and add a cup of Listerine in it. Soak your feet in the warm water for ten to fifteen minutes, you might experience a little burning sensation but that’s just normal and it would fade away within a few minutes. Scrub the dead skin from the heel and use Vaseline to moisturize the skin.

Well that is all from my side, you can try these Listerine foot soaks with and without Vinegar easily at home and do not forget share your experience with me in the comments below. Stay tuned with me because this time I am reviewing the IT Cosmetics CC Cream in my upcoming blog post.

Questions Related To This Post

How often should I do Listerine foot soak?
A good practice is to do Listerine foot soak hack for twice to thrice a week. Your heels need time to repair the dead skin cells, doing it frequently won't help you that much. Listerine and Vinegar combo reacts with the skin of your feet to start the replenishing process so giving it some break is always a good idea.

What to do after Listerine foot soak?
Use a good moisturizer after soaking your feet in Listerine bath. I would suggest you go for Vaseline, it is really good in giving your heels perfect moisture that helps to heal the skin quickly, you can also go for the suggestion in the above recipes.

How long should I do Listerine vinegar?
You can soak you feet for fifteen to twenty minutes in Listerine bath for maximum benefits. Do not use the 'Less Intense' version of Listerine that is also commonly available in the market, go for the traditional one that works perfectly.

What kind of vinegar should I use in Listerine foot bath?
Apple cider vinegar is the ideal choice to go for but you can use other variations as well.

How does Listerine foot soak work?
Listerine has antiseptic properties that cleanse the dead skin cells on feet in combination with Vinegar. It helps to soften the dry and hard skin of heels so, in the end, you get soft feet that are thoroughly cleansed from fungus or any other germs that cause the dryness and cracking of heels.

Benefit Beyond They're Real Mascara Review

Hey everyone, hope you all are doing great there. I have come up with another review today, this time; it is a Mascara from ‘Benefit’. I have written about foundations, bb/cc creams, skin care products, but this is what I have been missing to write about for some time. I have bought ‘Benefit They’re Real Mascara’ from girls.pk in Rs. 2500. Although I have used a few mascaras before but after reading about it on Paulas Choice and Sephora, I was all pumped up to go for it.

Packaging

Benefit They're Real Mascara comes in small packaging in black color with a small silver colored mascara bottle in it. I ordered the Jet Black shade, but you can also pick beyond brown and beyond blue shades. It’s compact in size with an elegantly designed bottle with the product’s name in black and orange color. The product weighs around 0.3oz. Here’s is what Benefit cosmetics claims about this product:

What Benefit Claims about it

Benefit claims that their product lengthens, curls, lifts and volumizes eyelashes without getting dry or being smudged. According to their website they’ve observed these findings from a consumer survey:
• 94% of the folks found dramatic length and volume in their lashes.
• 94% of the folks found visible lift in their lashes.
• 100%found it longer lasting without creating any mess.

Ingredients

They’re Real Mascara comprises of the following ingredients:

WATER (AQUA), PARAFFIN, POLYBUTENE, STYRENE/ACRYLATES/AMMONIUM METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER, BEESWAX (CERA ALBA), BISDIGLYCERYL POLYACYLADIPATE2, C1836 ACID TRIGLYCERIDE, PALMITIC ACID, STEARIC ACID, TRIETHANOLAMINE, VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER, ACACIA SENEGAL GUM, HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE, PHENOXYETHANOL, TETRASODIUM EDTA, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, SODIUM LAURETH12 SULFATE, GLYCERIN, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SERICIN, CALCIUM CHLORIDE, SODIUM HYALURONATE, TILIA TOMENTOSA BUD EXTRACT, CITRIC ACID, BHT, SORBIC ACID. [+/: IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), ULTRAMARINES (CI 77007), CHROMIUM OXIDE GREENS (CI 77288), CHROMIUM HYDROXIDE GREEN (CI 77289), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891)]. N¬∞ 05827/N

Review

‘Well all the mascaras are the same with different packaging’ is what a lot of us perceive but frankly speaking, there is a difference between a good and average product. I have never been a fan of falsies as they never look good on me; they look artificial unless you go for a heavy makeup look. They’re Real Mascara comes with an exquisitely designed brush that is a bit larger than most of the mascaras in the market and the bristles makes it one of the best one if you are looking for the perfect definition of your lashes without any clutter.

It is a bit on the shiny side, and the bristles work really well to maximize the volume and length of lashes. It is really light and easily buildable just the way you want it. I don’t wear falsies and even without it, this mascara looks absolutely beautiful on me.

Benefit They're Real Mascara bottle with brush

The significant difference between They’re Real Mascara, and the others is the high precision large brush that grabs and stylize your lashes perfectly without creating any mess at all.

Benefit They're Real Mascara bristle brush

The mascara is lightweight and absolutely flake-free, it does not get smudgy, and it lasts longer than most of the other mascaras. The only downside is it does not quite hold the curls perfectly. I have tried two coats of it, but the curls are not up to the mark. Other than that, it is an excellent product to add in your vanity box.

Benefit they're real mascara before and after

Before Application

After Application

Pros

Stylish and compact bottle
A well-engineered brush that redefines the lashes without clogging.
It stays longer than most of the mascaras in the market.
Volumizes and lengthen lashes perfectly
It is not flaky at all.

Cons

The curls do not hold perfectly like the way it’s claimed.
Not a budget friendly product.

Recommendation

Benefit They're Real Mascara is a very nice product, and it works perfectly in volumizing and increasing the length of lashes, but it does not quite work well in holding the curls. This product can be an ideal addition to your vanity box; I rate this product 7 out of 10.

Hello there ladies, it’s been a while since I posted any product review on my blog and today’s all about the review on Tarte’s Maracuja Oil. Let me get to some minor details first; it’s comes in a pretty classy bottle in dark purple color that comes with a glass dropper for use. This product is pretty expensive and gifted to me by a very good friend of mine from Canada that reached me via mail in 21 days.
Before jumping into the review, I would first explain the benefits of Maracuja Oil, in general, to let you ladies better understand the ups and downs of this amazing product.

Maracuja Oil & Its Benefits

Maracuja oil is extracted from two sources both belonging to the same plant species, the passion flower, and the passionfruit seed. Both the sources produce similar oil with minor differences. The passion flower is already known for its anxiety-reducing properties, and its calming properties are well recognized from the earlier civilizations. The Maracuja oil possesses the following amazing health benefits:

The Maracuja oil is an excellent skin moisturizer.
This oil can reduce the inflammation and itching from the skin tissues.
This oil is known to cure insomnia by reducing the stress with its natural sedative properties.
Maracuja oil is a very good anti-oxidant, it eradicates free radical from damaging the skin tissues.
Maracuja oil does not cause acne breakouts and in fact, prevent it with its linoleic acid composition. The plant oil with a higher ratio of linoleic acid are good for acne prone skin, and the plant oil with a high ratio of oleic acid can make the acne issue worse. Maracuja oil comprises 77% of Linoleic acid and 23% of Oleic acid that suggests it is good for oily skin with acne problem.

What Tarte Cosmetics Says About this Oil?

Tarte Claims that this Maracuja Oil is rich in essentials fatty acid and the have also added Vitamin C to their formula to make it more skin friendly. This product can help people struggling with the signs of again with its amazing anti-aging effects. This oil can help them have brighter skin and enhance the skin texture by rebuilding and restoring the dry skin. The product is manufactured with the rich pulp which is manually extracted by hands that is later processed with a unique cold-press technique to keep its effectiveness to optimum levels.

Tarte Cosmetics: Maracuja Oil Packaging

The Tarte’s Maracuja oil comes in a stylish compact glass bottle in dark purple color with a glass dropper. The bottle weighs around 1.7 fl oz (50 ml) and the dropper that comes with it, really helps you make the full use of it without overspilling this precious oil. The bottle is handy and travel-friendly and can be an ideal addition to your vanity box or dresser.

You can also try the Tarte’s travel size maracuja oil (0.5 oz) if you are really looking for something small for your bag. The glass bottle is pretty solid I have already dropped it a few times (by accident), and it did not break, but I would still suggest to handle it safely because the product is quite pricey.

My Review on Tarte Maracuja Oil

Before jumping into the review I would like you all to known that I have been using the Tarte Maracuja oil for almost four weeks, I have a combination skin type and I do not have acne-prone skin. My experience with this product is based on few weeks and I live in a warm and humid place. For the starters, 1.7 oz bottle can easily last for a month, and its price is around $50 in most of the online stores that is quite pricey for me but thank God I got this beauty from a friend of mine.

To use it just pour the oil into your palm with the glass dropper and rub it gently on your face. The best time to do it is before going to bed that allows your skin a good time to rejuvenate and get its benefits. You can also use it as your moisturizer, just two to three drops of it are enough for the face. The oil is quite transparent and very light on your skin. You might find a tiny tinge of yellow color in it but it does not matter. The oil has no fragrance to it and it absorbs pretty quickly into your skin without any greasy feel.

After a week of using the Maracuja oil I did not notice anything unusual in my skin, it acted as a good moisturizer for me, but I continued its use for another week. It was the third week when I noticed my facial skin got softer and it also improved the texture of my skin. I had uneven skin because of teenage acne breakouts, and this oil has no doubt reduced this problem for me, and it also has decreased the size of my skin pores. It has been almost four weeks now and I would say that I am pretty much convinced with its amazing skin enhancing qualities especially improving the texture of my facial skin.

Another good thing about this oil is that you can use it with your makeup foundation to get good hydration and a dewy look. I normally use it with Maybelline Fit Me Foundation, just two drops of this precious oil along with the makeup foundation gives me amazing shimmery effects. I would suggest you to try this especially if you are going to a party or hangout at night. Let’s take a look at the Pros and Cons of this oil now.

Pros

The Maracuja oil is pretty lightweight; it goes well as a moisturizer with your makeup without caking.
This oil can be used at night and daytime.
This oil does not clog your pores.
It does not give any greasy feel.
It softens the skin.
It shrinks the large pores.
It improves the texture of skin.
Equally good for dry and oily skin.
It controls the acne breakouts with Linoleic acid’s high ratio in its composition.
It has no fragrance.

Cons

It is quite pricey.
Might not suit everyone and may cause allergic reactions.
There is no scientific study to support its acne controlling claim (I do not have acne-prone skin so that I would stick to it).

Recommendation

I would recommend Maracuja oil for a healthy skin care regimen, but the only downside to this product is its price. However, it does not mean that there are no other alternatives options available to this product with affordable prices. The Maracuja oil works well to improve the skin appearance and softness and can be an ideal addition to any skincare regimen, and I personally would prefer it over the famous Argan oil. If the price is not an issue for you then this product is not going to disappoint you that’s for sure!

Before I share my thoughts on the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel, I just want to say that yes, I know it’s been around for quite a while and I’m not the first to review it, but after reading a few of the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel reviews, I think I do have a few things to say that I didn’t really see in the other reviews.

Before I review any skincare product, I like to use it for a good 4 to 6 weeks so I can be sure that it isn’t going to make my skin breakout or cause an allergic reaction. I really do not want to be recommending a skincare product after using it once. That’s not fair to you guys and not to the company either

So, I started testing the Hydro Boost Water Gel as soon as I purchased it, literally the same day because I did not want to be late to reviewing it even one more day. And here it is, a few weeks later, my Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel review.

My Review on Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel

The Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel is definitely quite interesting and much more than just an ordinary moisturizer. Just turn the bottle around, give the ingredients a look and you’ll know what I’m talking about.

One of the first things that made me curious about the product was that it has no denatured alcohol at all. Now, that isn’t very usual for gel moisturizers because most drugstore ones contain a large amount of it. Which is why some moisturizers just fail to add actual moisture or hydration to the skin and only last temporarily.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel small bottle

Everyone’s skin works differently, but I know that I prefer moisturizers without any denatured alcohol because it just doesn’t dry my skin out and allows it to stay moisturized and hyrdrated for a longer period of time, especially during the winter months. But let’s dive deeper right into the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel review before I start rambling on about something else.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel inside bottle

Starting off with its texture, it feels quite fresh and hydrating on the skin. It has a lightweight feel to it and one of the best things about it is that it absorbs so quickly without that sticky or tacky feeling left behind.

The hyaluronic acid in the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel keeps your skin moisturized, smooth and supple throughout the day and helps with blending into the skin too. I mean, come on, there’s no one who wants to be left behind with greasy skin and well, make themselves prone to acne and just dirt sticking all over their face. The gel builds a nice barrier that doesn’t just sit on your face, but does its job well.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel texture

This product has a gel-like consistency. It is not thick at all and sits well on the skin. The only problem that you may have with the product is its packaging. I know there’s a lot of people like me out there that don’t like to dip their fingers into skincare products just for hygienic reasons and this product does come in a tub. If you feel too bad about it, you can always transfer it to a pump bottle. But yes, this is perhaps the only thing that really bugs me about the product. It is priced higher than most moisturizing gels at the drugstore so it’s a little disappointing that the packaging isn’t the best. But it does look beautiful with the translucent blue bottle.

The Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel doesn’t claim anything other than adding moisture and hydration to the skin. So, if you are looking for something to help minimize the appearance of fine lines, blemishes etc. this is probably not for you. It can be used in the evening or the morning but I prefer to use it at night right before I’m off to bed.

You only need a tiny bit to cover your face and neck. In other words, this 1.7 ounce bottle should last you for a long time. The Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel does have a very clean and fresh fragrance and it is quite pleasing. For people with sensitive skin, it may be too much but for most, it’s going to be pretty refreshing and comforting.

At first it may feel a little sticky, but a few minutes later, it will be very soft and smooth feeling and almost feels like a beautiful, light primer. I do use it quite a lot as a replacement for primer and I like it that way.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel 1.7 oz bottle

But it’s definitely not as great as a primer, and you’re makeup won’t last as long but for a nice dewy look for a few hours, it’s pretty good. You could use it with your sunscreen as well and mix them both together right before you’re out of the house if you’re not much of a makeup wearer.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Ingredients

Two ingredients in the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel allow for this.

Purified hyaluronic acid

Like I said above, it is naturally found on the skin and brings pure hydration. Hyaluronic acid acts like a sponge on dried skin cells, and absorbs up to 1000 times its own body weight, gradually releases moisture to the skin, supplements moisture, and keeps it baby soft all day long! I won’t be surprised if you’re starting to fall in love with this ingredient too.

Olive extract

Olive extract has antiseptic, moisturizing and antioxidant actions. It is a complex combination of fatty acids and is similar to the natural moisture shield of the skin. Olive extract is integrated into the skin barrier and forms a structure that protects the skin from excessive moisture loss. Moreover, it’s not sticky and keeps the skin soft and smooth just like the purified hyaluronic acid.

Dimethicone

And the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel also contains dimethicone which is known to make skin very smooth.

Pros & Cons

The Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel is a pretty solid moisturizer for oily, dry and sensitive skin. But yes, it has some pros and cons for all. Overall, it’s a decent moisturizer that I would definitely repurchase even the though price is slightly higher than usual.

It doesn’t matter what skin type you have, I think this product would work for anyone who’s not at the end of the spectrum with any extreme skin problem.

All in all, I love the product. Its fragrance, texture and the results it provides are pleasing enough for me to want to put it on every night. I may not replace it with my daily moisturizer but if I’m ever looking for a nice treat, pamper night or just more hydration, the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel is a good pick.

My Recommendation

Neutrogena is a nice brand in general and has a nice variety of quality products so I don’t think there’s much to worry about here. The Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel is a nice moisturizer made by a nice company and it has my trust. Unless you have extremely dry, oily or acne prone skin, I think the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel should work alright for you and do enough to let you stay hydrated throughout the day.

Image source

A few images are taken from the following sources.
Neutrogena official website
http://www.brideeveryday.com/neutrogena-hydro-boost-water-gel-cream-review

Nars Sheer Glow Foundation Review & Swatches

The NARS Sheer Glow Foundation has had my attention for some time in the past. Apart from all the mocking and misleading claims from bloggers, I personally leaned down towards NARS sheer glow after trying the all day luminous powder foundation by NARS, that has deeply impressed me with its finishing, coverage and staying power. Though I was bit cautious before applying the foundation to my sensitive skin, the level of excitement and anxiety pampered me to give this product a good try.

It has been two weeks since I started using Nars 'Punjab' Sheer Glow foundation and trust me this product has a supernatural effect that manifests itself to be the perfect canvas for your skin. If you are really tired of wearing makeup to fake your imperfect skin then this foundation is an ideal prospect for you. Here is the complete review of this foundation in 'Punjab shade'.

Sheer Glow's Shades Range

Nars sheer glow foundation comes with 20 kissable shades. These super-enriched and heavenly shades can easily manifest with both pale and darker skin complexions. To compliment my skin tone, I chose Nars Punjab sheer glow for its warm and luscious golden peachy undertones. This medium shade blends like a dream on my skin keeping me from wearing additional color-correcting primers to restructure my uneven skin. If you like wearing cooler undertones, I’d definitely recommend these golden peachy hues from Nars as they fuse superbly and blend seamlessly with the texture of your skin.

Compact Packaging

Nars Sheer Glow foundation comes with a simple but not-very-stylish packaging. The product comes in a compact glass bottle with a sleek black lid on top. Though the square bottle is compact and travel-friendly but its small size and glass material makes the bottle less sturdy to carry and handle. What I really dislike about Nars Sheer Glow is the unavailability of pump top; it is not just painful to squeeze the product but also ends up spilling or running the product through sides of the bottle. In case if you are willing to buy a pump top, visit the Nars website and pay extra €4 to relieve yourself from the wasting the product at the time of application.

Smooth & Volumizing Texture

Nars Sheer Glow Foundation Texture Swatch

Considering the texture of Nars Sheer Glow, I’d say the foundation contains a thin watery formula. Though Nars sheer glow is the water based foundation that definitely gives a refreshing and rehydrating feel on dry and cakes skin but if you have a mix of dry and oily skin, then this foundation can end up being on the runny side. Apart from the consistency, the texture of foundation is like butterscotch; a bit non-greasy but superbly enriched with micro-particles that glide smoothly and evenly on my skin.

I just love applying this foundation due to its volumizing effect on my skin. Though its water based texture takes a little extra time to settle but its voluptuous and weightless texture doesn’t give you a feeling like you are wearing a foundation at all. For best results, I’d recommend you to use Sigma F80 brush if you’re willing to add extra-volume and definition on your skin.

Luminous Finishing

Apart from all the faves, I must say that the finish of Nars sheer glow is one tragic downside. Its consistency is more like a mixture of peaches and cream which does not settles down comfortably on my skin. Though you’ll need to wear a primer to even the pastiness but once it settles down it gives your skin more soft, supple and smooth surface with a luminous finish.

Also, the Nars sheer glow does offer a twist of texture to all the women who love satin finish. In case if you are one of those prone to both dewy and matte finish, then don’t forget to wear this foundation without a primer. Why? Because if you do, the foundation will settle in your skin pores and facial lines making it appear drier, cakey and flakey from outside.

Lightweight Coverage

Truly, the coverage of Nars sheer glow is somehow the only thing I admire the most. Its lightweight formula gives an extended coverage on my skin that is medium-to-full; not fully opaque but still, the foundation stays longer than usual on my skin. As I mentioned earlier, the Nars sheer glow is a water-based foundation so make sure you’re wearing the right consistency especially if you’re having a hard time covering the most visible flaws of your skin. Since I’ve read bloggers favoring the fact that Nars sheer glow is a foundation with a skin perfecting formula, well it is. But! The truth is that wearing a primer or concealer to achieve the desired coverage or beloved texture will definitely annoy you if you’re just out of time to attend an occasion.

Excellent Choice for Dry Skin Type

I must admit that Nars Sheer Glow is an impeccable foundation that would suit almost all skin types. Since all water-based foundations blend superbly with dry skin, therefore I thoroughly recommend Nars sheer glow to women having more dried out skin. It blends seamlessly and glides superbly if you’re wearing it on your dry skin. But! If you have a combination of dry and oily skin, I must suggest you to use, a primer to single out the blemishes and dry patches on your skin. However if you have too dry or too oily skin, then this foundation might not just work out for you.

Up to 8 Hours of Lasting Power

After wearing this product for a week, I am starting to believe that this foundation can last longer than I imagined. Its long lasting liquid formula not just blends superbly but gives you can an extended coverage of more than 6-8 hours. At first point didn’t believe that adding a powder can really affect the lasting power of the foundation but when I complimented Nars Sheer Glow with Hourglass Ambient Lighting powder, it blended like heaven on my skin.

Price

As they say, every right thing has a price but with Nars Sheer Glow foundation I might not be glad about this expression. One single bottle of foundation might cost you Rs. 5,000 on retail that is unquestionably a setback. Either if you are a spendthrift and like spending every dime on your makeup collection, then you should definitely go for it. Alternatively,! If you are a frugal shopper or having a tight budget, then I’d suggest you to compare the prices online. It will not just save you a few dimes but will also help you pick your desired shade at competitive prices.

Recommendations

Lastly, if I have to describe my experience with Nars Sheer Glow, then I’d say it has been more like a love-hate relationship. Another thing that I want to add is that in the beginning, you might face some problems settling down with the product, but when you’re familiar with the texture, finish and the consistency to attain the coverage, you will definitely devote your time in wearing this foundation over and over again. I would recommend Nars sheer glow foundation over the Revlon Photoready foundation anytime, because it has the superb ability to reverse the visible flaws of your uneven skin. It has a powerful yet gentle formula that not only blends seamlessly, but its natural, buildable coverage instantly conceals and restructures all the frustrating blemishes on your skin. I would rate this foundation 8 out of 10.

Since I shared my experience with Nars, I would dearly love to hear what you girls have to say about this impeccable product. Hope you ladies will leave your precious comments below as I am not just willing but raring to hear more about your experience with Nars.

NARS Orgasm Blush Review, Dupes & Swatches

Its been a while since I reviewed any blush, last time I reviewed the famous Mac Mocha Blush that I still have in my vanity box. I decided to go for Nars Orgasm blush this time and ordered it online from a local shopping website. So guys let's jump straight to the review now:

My Review on Nars Orgasm Blush

NARS. ORGASM. IS. INCREDIBLE. What can I say? Before I start, I’m just going to say that this beauty is probably the most popular and flattering blush in the world. It is such a classic, and suits literally almost everyone no matter what skin tone you have. But women of very dark skin tones may have a problem with it. Women of dark colors can use it for a little flush of colors, but try not to go heavy on it, because if the color is too light for your skin, it can make you look sick. For most women, however, it is quite a good blush, with an amazing formulation and lasts for quite a long while as well.

Nars Orgasm is a coral-leaning peach color that is not too strong or dull. It has a subtle sheen, enough to make you look healthy and glowy. The blush has gotten so popular that Nars has now released an entire collection around it. This includes, the blush itself, of course, and a gloss, illuminator, products for eyes, cheeks and lips as well. And…they have a nail color after it too! How incredible is that? Nars Orgasm is a blush that never fails you. It has been in the industry for so long, and every year, more and more people add it to their Holy Grail blush.

The blush costs about $30, which yes, can be a tiny bit on the expensive side, but I have to say, it is absolutely worth it in every way. I’m not even going to bother doing a pros and cons for this because the con really would only be the price and nothing else. The packaging is amazing. The color is incredible. There’s a good sized mirror in it too. And it is very convenient to put in your makeup bag and have it around wherever you go. The Nars Orgasm blush has accents of golden shimmer in it which only adds to the list of reasons you need to buy it. It lasts a good seven to eight hours too! Let me just calm down a bit and describe the color to you properly.

The shade is more like a warm pink color with a golden sheen, there is some accent of golden shimmer in it. The texture of color is quite smooth and fine and looks soft and natural in the photos. Not intense but pigmented It’s a sexy blush that you can wear on a casual day, or for a romantic night. If you’re planning for next summer already, buy this. It’s the best summer shade for when you have a lovely tan. And a highly pigmented color that you won’t have to repurchase all the time.

NARS Orgasm Blush Swatches

You can clearly see the golden sheen in the swatches, the blush is very good if you are going out for a date or party at night.

NARS Orgasm Dupes

It is definitely the blush I fall back on, and I haven’t been able to find anything else like it. Yes, there are some blushes or Nars Orgasm dupes, I should say, that I will list below, but I don’t think they come close to the original. For example, Stila Custom Color Blush is a $20 option. The e.l.f Studio Contouring Blush and Bronzer Powder Duo costs $3 and works pretty well too; the price really is appealing for this one. And Revlon Highlighting Palette is a $11 blush and is a proper dupe as well.

Stila Custom Color Blush

Apparently, a self adjusting color that fits any skin tone. See, it doesn’t have that beautiful golden sheen of Nars’ Orgasm but it is pretty close. A pigmented color, that you can adjust with how heavy handed you are. The packaging is compact and clean and of course, Stila is a trusted brand that’s been in the makeup industry for years now. It is a deep, warm shade of coral. It does have a very light touch of the golden though, but it’s a little too slight for me. I much rather stick to the $30 original. The Stila Custom Color Blush is a good one on its own, but it doesn’t replace Orgasm.

e.l.f Studio Contouring Blush and Bronzer Powder Duo

Okay, come on! It costs $3! How could you complain about anything? You get a good amount of product, it is good quality and yeah, pretty close to Nars’ Orgasm. e.l.f is one of those brands that although drugstore, it does have pretty good products. An affordable option for high school students, or college student, or you know, really just people that don’t want to get a $30 blush. I do agree, the price of the Nars’ Orgasm is quite a turn off for me too, but I’ll keep repurchasing it until I find a perfect. I doubt that I ever will but still! The e.l.f Studio Contouring Blush and Bronzer Powder Duo has both the blush and a bronzer and is the best product for the price.

Revlon Highlighting Palette

I’ve had the highlighting palette by Revlon in my collection for a good while, and I love it. It has a range of shades closest to the Nars Orgasm blush so this is my top recommendation. Use this for an all over sun kissed glow. It suits a variety of skin tones, and if the Nars Orgasm ever got discontinued and I couldn’t get a bunch of it before, I’d probably call this my closest replacement. It has beautiful shimmer shades that blend in well with the skin. It illuminates and enhances the complexion and definitely provides a multi-dimensional sculpted look. The color is quite buildable as well and it is a highly pigmented product too. That’s it for my review of Nars Orgasm blush. I love the product and you should try it too!

Recommendation

NARS Orgasm blush is simply amazing, I literally cannot rave enough about this! It suits every age, skin color, occasion and everything you could think of! If the price doesn’t turn you off, this is the perfect blush for you. I personally rate this product 8 out of 10.

Golden Pearl Beauty Cream Review by Farheen

In such a busy life, it is very difficult for all of us to take care of our skin properly. Due to pollution, harsh weather and UV rays, our skin becomes sensitive, and we start facing many skin issues like acne, itching, dryness and most dreadful the wrinkles.

Our skin is our beauty's real charm, and we should know how to take care of it. The more we take care of it, the longer it will stay young. No matter how expensive clothes and ornaments you wear, if you do not have a healthy glowing skin, it will all go in vain. Moreover, I guess there is no single woman on this planet who does not have the dream to live a life with youth and healthy skin.
While searching for skin care tips, we all go through many skin care products like sunblocks, acne creams, whitening creams, anti wrinkles creams and a lot more. Using all these creams, throughout the day at different timings takes much time and effort.

Few days ago, while I was at a mart with one of my close friends searching for a beauty cream that can serve all my skin concerns. I came to know about Golden Pearl Beauty Cream from one of my blog readers :). At first, I had some questions in my mind but then after reading some positive reviews on the internet about it, I finally decided to give it a try.

WHAT'S IN IT?

While going through the Golden Pearl Beauty Cream's ingredients, I noticed it contains fewer ingredients than other skin care products, which means fewer chances of side- effects. Most of the people cannot understand the functions of ingredients so for their convenience I am sharing it now.

Inside The Golden Pearl Beauty Cream Package

Okay now starting with!

Carnauba Wax- Due to its moisturizing nature it is found in most of the skin care products. It helps fight acne and skin irritation. It moisturizes the skin deep and contributes to maintaining healthy and glowing skin.

Kojic Acid Dipalmitate - It is extracted from plants and mushrooms. Its primary function is to fight pigmentation and melanin formation due to which it is found in most of the skin lightening products.

Bees Wax - It is your skin savior. It protects skin from issues like acne, dryness, eczema and also slows down the formation of wrinkles due to excessive exposure to UV rays and sunlight.

Herbal Extracts - Nothing is more protective than mother nature. The herbal extracts protect the skin, cures the damage and nourishes it deeply. That is the main reason I always urge you to use natural ingredients for my skin.

Sunscreen Agents - Protects skin from sunlight & UV rays.

Emulsifier - As we have so many ingredients in the product, emulsifier helps the ingredients to bind easily with each other without separating the water and oil content. There is one more secret benefit of emulsifier for skin that I guess folks hardly know! It protects the moisture of your skin from evaporating means it will fight dry and dull skin.

Other than these healthy ingredients you will get Preservatives and FD & C Colors.

HOW CAN IT BENEFIT YOUR SKIN?

After going through the ingredients, I guess you would have noticed that golden pearl cream is a multi-purpose cream that claims to:

Fight acne
Reduce the itchiness
Improves the skin condition
Fights the signs of aging
Gives instant glow to your face
Reduces melanin
Protects the skin from UV rays and sunburn

HOW TO USE IT?

Before going to bed, wash your face with a face wash and pat dry. Now apply a pea sized Golden Pearl Beauty Cream on your overall face (don't forget your neck). If you are staying at home during day time, then you can repeat the same process.

Testing Golden Pearl Beauty Cream on my hand

For the girls with oily skin I will recommend to use it at night only, during summers. For the winters, it will work throughout the day because of its slightly oily texture.

GOLDEN PEARL BEAUTY CREAM SIDE EFFECTS

Well to be honest I have tried this whitening cream for more than 3 weeks and I have not observed any side effects on my skin. However, this cream might increase the oiliness of your skin but after leaving it my skin oil levels got back to their normal level.

RECOMMENDATION

Although, I usually do not prefer creams that are locally manufactured but Golden Pearl Beauty Cream has some good benefits. The best benefit of all is the price that has astound me to some extent, the cream is quite cheap in price locally. The second thought to it is the whitening factor, this cream can give your face an instant glow but the results are only temporary, there is no effect on my skin tone whatsoever after some weeks of use. Overall I rate golden pearl whitening cream 4 out of 10, if you can find L'Oreal White Perfect Transparent Rosy Whitening cream in a drugstore near you, give it a try and you will find the real difference a whitening cream can make and of course there is no comparison between them at all. Other than that, this beauty cream can be helpful in controlling acne and it can also enhance the smoothness and shine of your skin. I have tried on more cream and updating this post about the Faiza Beauty Cream, folks are actually comparing both these creams for skin fairness. Let me be a bit clear here, please do not use creams like Faiza Beauty and or anything else you see from a new born company, these creams are harmful to your skin. Please do not experiment on your skin with such creams, natural remedies are way better than these chemical based formulas.

PRICE & AVAILABILITY

You can easily get Golden Pearl Beauty Cream from your nearest mart in just Rs. 200, remember this cream is only available in Pakistan.

DIY Homemade Protein treatment for natural hair

Healthy hair are always in! You need to put a little effort to style them and look gorgeous. I came up with a few ideas to get protein treatment for natural hair growth which I am going to discuss later on this post.

If you recall the women from early 90's, the first thing that will come in your mind is the long, healthy and voluminous hair. Even my mom had so pretty hair when she was young. Now you would probably be thinking, "What has changed?" or "What was the secret behind their healthy hair?"

Daily styling and environmental pollution are the two major reasons for hair damage. Women in the past were blessed with the healthy environment, safe and healthy food and they used to live a simple life. According to recent studies, stress is the primary cause of hair loss.
It is necessary to combat the reasons of stress to control the hair loss problem. Yoga reduces the stress and relaxes the body muscles. Using shampoo frequently accompanying environmental pollution, strips off the essential oils from our hair, which damages the hair follicle leaving behind damaged strands.

Protein is one of the vital building blocks of our body and is essential for healthy body, skin, hair and nail. Our hairs are made up of protein filaments that make it quite easy to understand the importance of protein for our hair health. Protein promotes hair growth, adds shine to hair, instantly increase volume and protects it from further damage.

There are two ways to nourish your hair with protein treatment.

1. Taking Protein Rich Diet

First, you have to replace your diet plan with a protein-rich diet. Do not confuse yourself with protein rich diet and protein diet, as they both are different. Protein rich diet means adding foods containing protein to your regular meals while protein diets include high protein values, which are specifically for those, who are training to build muscles or on a weight loss program. The addition of protein can greatly improve the hair growth too, a clean diet with proper protein serving can do a lot for your hair.

Sources Of Protein

Well, you are certainly thinking about those protein-rich foods right now!

Take the following food items according to your daily required value for healthy results and improve the hair growth.

Meat Protein

1. Turkey (One of the best-known source of protein)
2. Salmon
3. Tuna
4. Lean beef steak
5. Chicken Breast

Vegetable Protein

1. Spinach
2. Kale
3. Broccoli
4. Cauliflower
5. Mushrooms

Dairy Protein

1. Egg
2. Milk
3. Yogurt
4. Mozzarella Cheese
5. Cottage Cheese

Protein Supplements

You can also add a good protein shake to your daily health regimen, there are various protein supplements available in the market and online too. Addition of a fine protein supplement can help all your body to stay healthy and also help a great deal in maintaining strength of hair.For office-goers like me a good protein bar can work the same.

Along with these sources, you can also add lentils to your diet, including Soya bean that is full of proteins and contain nutrients essential for healthy hair.

We all know the importance of understanding the nutritional values of our food. I guess doing a bit of research on your food and eating habits, can help us evaluate our do's and don'ts. Try to find the ingredients that allure your taste buds and contain a reasonable amount of protein so that you can have both healthy hair, and tasty meals.

2. Protein Hair Treatment

Protein treatment is simply applying protein-rich ingredients directly on your hair. There are several ways to have protein treatment. Many hair salons offer hair protein treatments with different charges typically starting from $100. These hair treatments are effective, and you will get the result in a just first sitting. However, you must be sure about the quality of services the salon is providing.

It is not necessary to visit expensive salons every time to get this treatment done. You can try a variety of DIY protein treatments for hair, which are efficient and much cheaper than those you get served at salons. Not only that you can also try Keratin treatment at home by following this simple guide posted by me recently. Try out the following protein hair masks for amazing results within a few days.

1. Egg Mask Protein Treatment for Natural Hair Growth

When talking about protein and healthy hair, the first thing that pops up in our mind is Egg!

Egg whites are rich in healthy protein that our hair and body need for proper growth. It also contains some bacteria-eating enzymes that clean our scalp. Egg yolk is rich in healthy fats which deeply nourishes our hair and adds instant shine to our hair.

For Normal/Dry Hair

Take a two eggs (with both white & yolk parts), add few drops of egg oil and beat them properly. Apply it to your full hair length starting from the roots to ends. Cover your hairs with a shower cap and leave it for at least 30-45 minutes. Some suggest to apply it for 15-20 minutes, but I believe the more it stays on your hair, the better would be the results you get.

Some people have allergies with egg oil, if you feel any irritation, replace it with olive oil. Both have the same benefits and results.

For Oily Hair

Those who have oily hair do not need that yellow part at all. Just take the whites only and whip them properly to get a smooth texture. Apply it to your hair, from tips to roots as your hair ends are more damaged.

Some people complain about the smell of egg even after thoroughly shampooing hair. I do not have any issues with the smell, just let your hair untied for an hour and it will be gone completely. However, if you are in a hurry and need to rush somewhere soon, then you can add few drops of lemon juice to your mask to minimize the smell issue.

2. Banana Hair Mask

Bananas are rich in vitamins, proteins, and healthy fats. Your body loves this fruit as much as you love it. Try consuming bananas regularly to get long term benefits. Banana mask is extremely nourishing for the hair. This mask contains egg and yogurt as well that contains an enormous amount of protein and healthy fats which will make your hair healthier and less prone to damage.

Banana Yogurt and Egg Mask For Hair treatment

If you have dry and damaged hair, try using this mask twice a week for best results. You can get the ingredients and complete recipe here.

3. Mayonnaise and Avocado Mask For Hair Treatment

Mayonnaise is no doubt a magic ingredient that holds enormous benefits for hair. It sounds weird but its true! Mayonnaise contains eggs and oils that nourish hair. It also contains vinegar that adds shine to hair and make them soft and smooth.

On the other hand Avocado is blessed with high nutritional values, it is widely used in home-made face masks as a nourishing and fairness ingredient. It is also used in hair masks for the same purpose.

Mayonnaise and Avocado Mask Treatment For Damaged Hair

Take a fully ripped avocado and mash it properly. Add two tablespoons of mayonnaise and make a smooth paste. Apply the thick paste to your hair and leave for 30 minutes. Rinse with fresh water. You can also add chamomile tea into this mask for another variation, chamomile tea is also beneficial for hair growth, shine and it also moisturizes dry hair for optimum strength.

4. Egg and Yogurt Mask Treatment For Hair

Whether you have dry hair, dandruff or hair growth issue, this hair mask is a perfect treat for your unhappy hair. Both these ingredients are rich in protein and healthy fats that nourish hair deeply and fight the bacteria on your scalp that causes several scalp issues.

Egg and Yogurt Mask Protein Treatment for Hair

Take two tablespoons of yogurt and beat it properly, so there is no lump left. Now add one complete egg and beat it again to get a smooth texture. Apply this mask to your hair and cover head with a shower cap. Wash it after half an hour.

5. Egg and Almond Oil Mask Treatment For Hair

Almond oil is rich in Potassium (helps in reducing hair fall), magnesium (stops the hair from turning gray) and Vitamin E (promotes the hair repair process). Combining this ingredient with protein-rich egg makes a healthy combination and an excellent mask for dry and damaged hair. This mask is considered as a complete hair treatment for all hair types.

Egg and Almond Oil Mask for Hair Treatment

Take 1 or 2 eggs (depending on your hair length) and add one tablespoon of almond oil to it. Apply this mask evenly to your hair, focusing more on the tips as it is the most damaged part of your hair. Leave it for 30 minutes and wash your hair with your usual shampoo.

Regular shampoo strips off the shine and natural oils from the hair surface. You can also try this homemade shampoo for stronger and healthier hair. Stay tuned to my blog for more beauty, skin care and makeup tips :) and do not forget to share your valuable comments with me.

23 Benefits of Chamomile Tea For Skin, Hair And Health

Chamomile tea or sometime referred as 'Camomile tea' is extracted from white daisy-like plants commonly used as a medicinal herb for several cosmetic and skincare purposes. ‘The chamomile flower’ that can be easily recognized by its white petals and strong aroma contains several medicinal benefits like anti-inflammatory and anti-anxiety compounds to treat stress and insomnia.

A cup full of strong aromatic chamomile tea can be very helpful to fight many physical and mental diseases at once. From curing the patients with anxiety and insomnia, chamomile tea can easily battle stomach cramps while boosting the healthy functioning of immune system. Not only that! The chamomile tea can be an ideal solution to all skin problems.

There are typically two types of chamomile flowers found in nature. First is Roman and second is German. Both these varieties of chamomile flowers contain strong antioxidants, including with antiseptic and anxiolytic compounds. The chamomile tea is rich golden in color with a mouth-watering flavor containing flavonoids that handle curing several physical and mental health problems.

In this incredibly informative post, you’ll find 23 benefits of chamomile tea including benefits for your general health, skin and hair.

Chamomile Tea Skin Benefits: An Ideal Solution For Acne & other Skin Diseases!

1.Chamomile tea naturally comprises of anti-oxidants and flavonoids having high moisturizing and nourishing compounds essential for treating skin related problems. Chamomile tea has also shown promising results in the treatment of inflammation caused by skin lesions. The magical tea can cure numerous skin issues like: psoriasis, eczema, ulcer, swelling, and other similar skin diseases.

2.When it comes to wound treatment, chamomile tea stimulates the healing process. Moreover, the chamomile tea can cure irritation and serve as a disinfectant for the minor injuries.

3. Chamomile tea also serves as mild skin bleach as its natural extracts are potent enough to lighten your complexion by helping you regain the young and vibrant, youthful skin.

4.Chamomile tea is a best-proven remedy for treating the itchy and inflamed skin while soothing skin rashes and skin irritation.

5.The chamomile tea is therapeutic in eliminating acne, scars and pimples with strong antioxidants and anxiolytic compounds that promise to keep your acne from recurring.

6.The medicinal benefits of chamomile leaf extract offer the best protection against free radical damage and premature aging of your skin.

7.Placing chamomile tea bags under the eyes can provide soothing therapy for eyes relaxation while reducing the dryness and puffiness of eyes.

8.The blend of chamomile tea with powdered milk or olive oil can result in a great facial scrub. The application of this scrub can eliminate dry and dead skin cells while recuperating the vibrant, supple and younger looking skin. Here are a few bonus face masks you can try with Chamomile Tea:

Sabudana with Chamomile Tea Mask

Crush some sago pearls and mix it with chamomile tea (you can also use the tea from already brewed teabags). Add some milk and blend it well for 5 to 10 minutes. Now apply this mask on your face for 15 to 20 minutes and wash it off with lukewarm water. You can read more about Sabudana masks and benefits here.

Basil Seed, Nutmeg & Chamomile Tea Mask

Chamomile tea is fabulous for your digestion, hair and skin, you can read about various health benefits of Chamomile Tea here. You can try several masks with Chamomile and other ingredients combination. Crush one teaspoon of Sabja seeds and add an equal amount of Chamomile Tea and two cloves of Jaiphal. Add a few drops of milk to create a thick paste and use it on your face for 30 minutes for optimum results. You can use this mask once in a day. This mask can increase the skin texture, fairness, and shine of the skin. You can read more about Basil seeds here.

9. Chamomile tea is an ideal moisturizer for skin, it nourishes and enhance your skin appearance on regular usage.

10. Chamomile can soften and soothe your skin, a very good skin cleanser, and the antiseptic properties make it an ideal organic skin treatment choice. It can also be used in different types of foot soak recipes here is a bonus one for my readers:

Listerine & Chamomile Tea Foot Soak

Ingredients

1-Chamomile Tea Mixture
2-One cup of Listerine
3-A container wide enough to place feet
4-Warm water
5-A filer or foot scrubber
6-Vaseline

The Recipe

Chamomile Tea Hair Benefits: Superb Home Remedy for Shiny Dark Hair!

Chamomile tea offers some versatile benefits for hair care, the organic remedies includes the following:

11. By applying chamomile tea to the hair strands, you can give your hairs an instant and bright natural tone. Combine it with honey and olive oil and apply to individual hair strands to make natural highlights for dark hair as well.

12. Chamomile tea makes a wonderful hair lightener. Add a tea bag of chamomile tea in water and boil it to get a mixture. After cooling apply the mixture to your hair and let dry in the sun. Rinse your hair with a conditioner and you’ll get a light golden highlight to your hair strands.

13. Chamomile tea is also beneficial for hair especially scalp. It's moisturizing, and nourishing preservatives are effective against the itching and irritation caused by dandruff on dry scalp.

Chamomile Tea Health Benefits: An Unconventional Health Remedy!

14.Proper and regular intake of chamomile tea can offer several health benefits including treatment for menstrual cramps. Having the necessary amount of glycine and flavonoids, a cup full of chamomile tea reduces muscle spasm while stimulating healthy antibacterial activity to cure menstrual cycles. The tea also enhances the blood flow to pelvic areas and uterus that helps in treating irregular periods and enhancement of sexual health in women.

15.According to scientific studies, the chamomile tea serves as anti-anxiety drugs on brain tissues stimulating a muscle relaxant activity to provide relief from stress on individual muscles of our body.

16.Chamomile tea mixed with honey and lemon can cure many ailments related to cold including severe coughing and sore throat.

17.Chamomile tea aid diabetes and lower blood sugar level which means that regular consumption of chamomile tea can control diabetes and blood glucose levels.

18.By wrapping chamomile tea into small packets and placed onto eyes, can sooth and ease down inflammation and irritation of eyes.

19.The ointment of chamomile tea can effectively heal hemorrhoids and wounds. There is also an on-going research about the effect of Chamomile tea to fight carcinoma cellular growth. The healing effects of tea is still counted as one of the biggest aspect as far as general well-being is concerned.

20.Chamomile tea is potent enough to aid digestion while facilitating healthy bowel movement in stomach. Chamomile tea after a meal can even prevent the formation of gas and acidity in our stomach.

21.Chamomile tea is anti-allergic in nature. Chamomile tea with natural oils, can soothe down itching of eczema including rashes and sunburns due to its antiseptic properties.

22.Regular consumption of chamomile tea can cure severe headaches and migraines. The tea is a natural relaxant without any side-effects.

23.Chamomile tea has natural sedating properties that can be very helpful for patients going through insomnia and sleeping disorders.

How To Purchase And Preserve Chamomile Tea

1. While picking the store for fresh chamomile flowers, always look for a flower with the nice flower heads. The chamomile flowers having both petals and flower heads are healthier and tastier while making tea or using any other method of consumption.

2. To preserve your chamomile flowers, first dry them thoroughly and then place them inside a fully air-tight jar. Always keep the flowers in a dry place this will keep them preserved for a longer period.

How To Prepare Chamomile Tea: The Recipe!

Preparing chamomile tea is as easy as brewing any other herbal tea.

Firstly, Boil a cup full of water in a teapot and add a few slices of apples mashed with a help of a wooden spoon.
Now, add a few chamomile flowers in pre-heated water and let them steep for a couple of minutes in the teapot.
When the tea gets a nice golden color, and you can smell the strong aroma, empty the teapot and strain the tea into a cup.
You can even add honey or lemon if you want to balance the flavor of chamomile tea. Chamomile tea can be easily blended with other ingredients and you can always enjoy the luxury of benefits with new taste.

Always ask your dermatologist or family doctor before consuming any herb as some people are allergic to plants and herbal medicines. Additionally, chamomile flower or tea must not be consumed by pregnant women or anyone allergic to herbs as in some cases the consumption of these plants can cause allergic reactions to some patients. Stay tuned to my blog ladies :) and do not forget to share it ♥

Hello, ladies, I am back again with a new review :) you know it takes a while to test the product before writing a fair review on it. So, I just do not rush towards writing the review after buying a particular product that is why you do not see me often coming up with new reviews. You can also ask me to write a review on some beauty or cosmetic product by emailing me or simply dropping me a message on Facebook or any of my social channels.
Well, today I am reviewing Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water, it’s a makeup remover that seems to have caught the attention of nearly every makeup geek. Before jumping onto the review of this product, I would want you ladies to read a bit about the micellar water first.

So, What is Micellar Cleansing Water?

Micellar water comprises of tiny molecules of cleansing oil; these molecules have the immaculate ability to attract dirt and impurities from the deepest of the skin pores. This cleansing water looks almost like regular tap water but has a slightly different and oily texture to it. The tiny molecules of cleansing oil are suspended in soft water to remove the oil and dirt from the skin pores while moisturizing it.

The Micellar water can be used as a makeup remover, a skin moisturizer and as a good face wash. Although the studies are pretty limited, the Micellar water is known to have a good effect on acne prone skin. It removes the excess oil from the large pores and thus minimizes the chances of acne breakouts. The growing trend of micellar water caught the attention of many cosmetic brands, and now you can find it easily in any drugstore with different brand names.

Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water Ingredients

Well, I have covered quite some detail on the Micellar water but what Garnier has been offering to make it a standout product is actually what enticed me the most. Although the main ingredient is the Micellar water itself this product has gotten: Aqua/Water, Hexylene Glycol, Glycerin, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Poloxamer 184, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Disodium Edta, Citric Acid, Panthenol, Polyaminopropyl Biguanide.

The addition of Castor Oil, Citric Acid and Panthenol (Vitamin B5, Good to treat sunburns and skin rashes) are quite convincing for a maintaining a good skin hygiene. The addition of Polyaminopropyl Biguanide is a big favor from Garnier. It is basically a skin disinfectant and can help in preventing skin infections of many kinds.

Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water: Pink vs. Blue vs. Green

Garnier Micellar water product line offers three different variants in Green, Pink and Blue Color. The Green colored variant claims to work better with oily skins because of its mattifying formula. The Pink variant claims to be suitable for all skin types, and the blue variant offers the same but with a more potent formula to remove the waterproof makeup. I bought the blue version because it felt like a good choice to me. If you are wondering about choosing between the pink or blue, I suggest you go for the blue version because of its potency compared to the pink version.

The Packaging

I bought the 400ml bottle of Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water in blue color. The bottle is transparent with a blue pop open cap, and you can easily see the micellar water inside it. It has a silver colored label on front and back with the brand name and ingredients respectively. It’s a plastic bottle that is totally travel-friendly, you can easily carry it in your bag if you are going for vacations or even at your workplace. It is absolutely crash free, I dropped it a few times, but this bottle is all safe to carry without any hassles. The pop-open cap safely secures the water without any chances of leakage and make it a lot easy for the application without overspilling the product.

My Review on Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water

I have used many makeup removers in the past but this thing has been enticing me for quite some months during my visits to drugstores. I always thought that it was an ordinary makeup cleanser with some fancy packaging but in the end, I bought it. I bought the 400 ml bottle of the blue variant in PKR. 499 from Daraz.pk. The best thing to start with this product is its bi-phase functionality, it not only removes the stubborn makeup but also moisturizes and pampers your skin with Vitamin B5, Citric Acid, and skin disinfectants.

Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water Blue bottle

Although you might find many bi-phase makeup removers on the market but this one does its job pretty well. This product is absolutely free from alcohol and oil, like other makeup removers it does not leave behind oily residue on your skin. The other good part about this product is it settles into your skin pretty fast. Just pour some product on a cotton pad and use a circular motion to remove the makeup, do not put excessive pressure on your skin while doing it; just let the product do its work.

Garnier Micellar Water Blue Cap

Another good thing about this product is its fragrance-free formula. I do not like the absurd smell of makeup removers, and this product fits in perfectly with my makeup routine because of it. The micellar water feels almost like ordinary water with a slight oiliness to it. It is not thick or heavy at all, and neither does it cause any irritation on your skin. I have been using the product for more than a month, and I have never experienced any itchiness, redness or irritation on my skin at all.

Always shake the bottle before using it because at times the ingredients, they do come up on the top leaving the water below. For me, most of the makeup comes off in a single swipe without excessive rubbing or tugging. Use different cotton pads for different areas, and you would be amazed by this product’s capability. I have used Mac Pro Longwear foundation, Nars Sheer Glow foundation and L'Oreal Voluminous Waterproof Mascara during this testing period and I am quite convinced with its makeup removing capability. Make sure you read the directions on the bottle before using it for the best results.

Pros

Travel-friendly, Crash-free, and stylish bottle.
A budget friendly product, a single 400 ml bottle can easily last for two months with moderate use.
This product is Alcohol-free.
It does not leave any oil residue on the skin after application.
Can easily remove the stubborn makeup.
It is fragrance-free.
The product does not cause skin irritation, Overall a perfect product for every skin type.
It does not feel heavy on the skin.
A bi-phase makeup remover.
Settles and rehydrates skin.

Cons

This product absorbs into the skin pretty fast so you might need to use a cotton pad that can absorb the maximum product without over spilling it.
The product loses its potency if you do not shake it well before application.

Recommendations

The Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water is a fabulous product to go for if you are looking forward to a makeup remover that does not cause irritation and wrinkles on your skin. This product can no doubt remove your makeup with a single swipe. It comes with additional ingredients for an excellent skin care routine to make it something you can never ignore. I personally rate this product 9 out 10 for its superb skin cleansing and moisturizing properties.

Hello ladies, continuing from the previous post of mine that focused on some of the top beauty parlors from Pakistan, here I am again with the in-depth review, videos and other details about Kashees Beauty Salon.

If you are one of those women who are are getting married or celebrating a milestone of your anniversary, then you definitely deserve an impeccable chance to look gorgeous and feel exceptional among the swarm of your loved ones. I am writing this review on Kashees Beauty Parlour to help you make the most of this occasion and the services they are rendering.

Let' see first what they have to say

"Kashee's Beauty Parlour is all set to provide you with its professional bridal makeover added with an extra touch of elegance to transform you into a picture of perfection. Kashee's Beauty Parlour understands your aspirations and desire to feel special on one of the most memorable days of your life. You! Yes, you are all welcome to experience one of the exquisite and elegant makeovers designed to complement your features at the most important day of your life. So walk-in to Kashee’s beauty parlour as we have the most elite styling and makeover team that will make you stand out and become the center of attention on your most special day. "

My Review on Kashee's Beauty Parlour

Kashees beauty salon is situated in the heart of the city Tariq Road, at Plot # 178/A Block-2, Najeeb Corner, Karachi‬ where the salon offers grooming and beauty services to all its gorgeous customers. Kashif Aslam, the owner of this Salon, started this incredible journey in the year 2000, and now after crafting a huge list of satisfied customers, the salon has become the Beauty Destination for all sorts of bridal and festive makeovers.

Kashee's Bridal Makeup

Kashees has come forth with a distinguish make over style for Pakistani brides, with his splendid job he has no doubt achieved a prominent position amongst the other competitors. Bridal makeup by Kashee's is focused on highlighting the best of you with an array of perfect shades and tones that conceal your most visible flaws of your skin.

Kashif doing makeup for a bride

The flawlessly applied Kashee's bridal makeup is admired for its focused definition and accentuate of high definition shades and colors. Kashees beauty salon is one of the few beauty destinations where an entire team of professionals is evenly specialized in both traditional and airbrush makeup for weddings, anniversaries, and other special occasions. Kashees truly provides an array of natural to dramatic and straightforward to sophisticated makeovers with a perfect balance of natural, flattering and high definition of colors. I felt beautiful and comfortable at one of the most stress-free and luxurious makeup salon in town.

Super Amazing Hair Extensions

Plus! Kashees beauty salon is one of the few beauty destinations that provide 100% genuine and highest in quality human hair extensions. These flawless hair weaves are designed to add thickness, volume, and colors your overall hair settings to achieve a distinctive look.

Now with Kashees makeup, you can customize your bridal facade with the volumetric touch of permanent hair extensions available in different styles and thickness including curly, straight, and 40 inches long, hair extensions rarely to be found in Pakistan.

Different Variety of Makeup

Kashees beauty salon specializes in both classic natural and modern custom themed makeup sessions. The specialized makeovers are not just for the brides but everyone, you just need to visit and experience stylish touchups, cozy facials, and enchanting hair extensions. The best part about their luxurious salon is the stress-free and deluxe in-house services to make countless brides evoke the memories of their special days.

Not only that! More than thousands of thank you notes and referrals from satisfied clients is a testimony to Kashee's lavish and superior bridal makeover service across nation and town. Both the custom bridal makeup and airbrush wedding makeup by Kashee's is up-to-date with the modern trends. The sessions are designed and perfected to go hand-in-hand with the type of theme and occasions using the right tools, techniques, and high-end products for the beauty-conscious consumers.

The parlour has been maintaining a standard of using high-quality products to complement their customers and fulfill their expectations. Bridal makeup by Kashee's is accustomed to the application of colorful splendors and long lasting blowouts to keep the makeup intact for a photo-perfect look.

The Salon also renders classic, natural or themed makeover based on the customary requirements, budget and available timeline. The salon is a home to one of the finest and professionally trained makeup artists that would work with you to achieve the look you have ever dreamed for.

Moreover, following the same legacy, Kashee’s beauty parlour rejoices the privilege of satisfying most high profile clients with luxurious wedding makeovers and pre-wedding services. If you are living in Karachi and have not tried Kashees, then you are just a few steps away from experiencing the best bridal makeover service with no comparable competition nationwide.

Kashee's Beauty Parlour Services & Price List

I have seen many people searching online and asking about Kashee beauty parlour price and services list, I have just gotten a recent one for my readers. However, it is always advised to contact them directly for the up to date charges and services.

Kashees Contact Details

Kashees beauty parlor Karachi contact details

You can book your appointments by calling Kashee's Beauty Parlour contact numbers below:

Phone : +92-21-34396051, 34551502, 34553381
Mobile: 0345-2889230

For online appointments visit:
http://www.kashees.com/
https://www.facebook.com/KasheesBeautyParlor

You can also visit the address mentioned above to schedule one of the most exquisite and stylish makeovers. The best part about Kashees is that you can consult directly with Kashif Aslam for pre-wedding styles and beauty preparations, just the way you want.

Usually the focus of my reviews is on makeup or beauty products but today I am going to share a review with you ladies on a product that is a little different than the tradition set on this website. I am going to share my experience with the famous native deodorant.

I am not really a big fan of deodorants because they usually cause itchiness on my armpits and there might be a very few that suited me. Another problem with the deodorants available in the market is the inclusion of aluminum based compounds that seem to have been causing health issues especially the breast cancer according to some scientific research. So finding the all perfect natural deodorant is not a very easy task that does not causes the itchiness on your skin. The Native deodorant struck my eyes while browsing one of my favorite drugstore websites, it does not cost a lot either so I decided to give this a shot.

Native Deodorant Ingredients

The Native Deodorant claims to have all the natural ingredients that according to them are totally skin-friendly and safe from any horrendous aluminum based compound. Following are the ingredients of the native deodorants: Shea Butter, Jojoba Oil, Beeswax, Baking Soda, Vitamin E, Vegetable Preservatives, Acidophilus (natural bacteria found in intestines), Coconut Oil, Dextrose, Probiotics, Castor Bean Oil, Stearyl Alcohol, Fractionated Coconut Oil, and Arrowroot Powder (derived from tropical plants).

What Native Deodorant Claims

Native Claims that its deodorant is absolutely free from any aluminum based compound, it offers active protection all day long, it’s Talc-free with comprehensible organic ingredients. The inclusion of baking soda is to done to culminate the body odors while the arrow powder absorbs the moisture and combine with acidophilus to remove any bacteria or fungi that produces bad odor.

My Review on Native Deodorant

Native Deodorant Lavender & Rose Ingredients

The native deodorant for women is available in three different scents and one unscented version. The most popular one among these scents is the Lavender & Rose, the others are Coconut & Vanilla, and Jasmine & Cedar. My review is based on Lavender & Rose Scent, although the ingredients of all these variations are same so I would not expect any other to provide additional benefits.

The deodorant comes in stylish and compact bottle in white color. Its light in weight and completely travel friendly product. The Lavender & Rose scent is pretty mild but I really loved it. The deodorant comes with handy instructions on switching from the traditional deodorant to this one. According to Native your body takes a few days to adjust to the natural ingredients of this deodorant. I am not a regular user of deodorant so I did not feel any difference as far as the adjustment thing was concerned. The best part about this deodorant is that you do not need to slather it too much of the product on your underarms, just a few swipes are enough for your body to smell good all the day.

Most Popular Native Deodorant Scent: Lavender & Rose

The lasting power of this deodorant is tremendous I would not say its twenty-four hours like they claim but it can easily last up to 12 hours on me. It controls the excessive sweat pretty nicely and I do not have to worry about it at work. In $12 it might be a little expensive for some ladies out their but I’d say go for if you are looking for something natural and the bottle easily lasts up to 45 days so I think it’s the best deal you can get.

Pros

Native deodorant is free from any aluminum-based compounds.
It is completely organic product.
The deodorant smells pretty good.
The lasting power of this deodorant is 12 hours easily.
It controls the sweat and smell from your body nicely.
One bottle can easily last for 45 days.

Cons

$12 price might be a little expensive for some folks.

Recommendation

For all the ladies looking for a perfect deodorant that lasts longer on the body without any potential side effects, Native Deodorant is the ideal choice to go for. I rate this product 9 out of 10. For all the working ladies this is an exceptional product.

Hello gals hope you all are doing fabulous there. I have been writing a lot of reviews on makeup foundations and received some good feedback. A very good friend of mine from Canada asked me to review IT Cosmetics Your Skin But Better™ CC Cream. I have been trying to lay my hands on to it for some time until it came as a surprise gift from her after a few weeks of our discussion. Before jumping to the review I would like to clarify about the difference between CC creams and BB Creams first.

Well I usually see tons of BB creams at drugstores from different brands but to be honest I have not tried a single one of them until now. BB Creams stands for Blemish balm or beauty balms and they are generally used to hide the skin blemishes or wrinkles and give a smoother and lighter foundation to the makeup. BB Creams are quite popular in Asian countries compared to the western countries. On the other hand CC creams are known as the color correcting creams. These creams offer much more than hiding skin blemishes, they likely offer various skin care benefits like healing acne, serving as a sunscreen etc.

What IT Cosmetics Proclaims About ‘Your Skin But Better’ CC Cream

Well, IT Cosmetics claims that it is a full coverage color correcting cream with anti-aging formula and SPF50+ Physical broad spectrum with no chemicals involved in the sunscreen. The cream has been developed under the supervision of leading plastic surgeons and it is absolutely free from Paraben. The cream features a cutting edge anti-aging technology that enhances the overall texture of skin and brightens it with color correcting formula that maintains skin hydration up to 79%. The formula emphasizes highly on antioxidants and natural botanicals that enhances the glow on skin with color correcting properties. It is highly pigmented, has an excellent coverage with additional sunscreen (UVA/UVB) and skin care benefits. Well that’s a lot of things they have claimed for at their website; let us jump onto my review on this CC Cream.

IT Cosmetics ‘Your Skin But Better’ CC Cream Ingredients

I always go through the ingredients of products which I find intriguing to try. So, I did the same for this CC cream too. Here is a long list of ingredients:

TITANIUM DIOXIDE 9.0%, ZINC OXIDE 6.3%, Water, Snail Secretion Filtrate, Butylene Glycol, Phenyl Trimethicone, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Orbignya Oleifera Seed Oil, Butyloctyl Salicylate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Cyclohexasiloxane, Magnesium Sulfate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Aluminum Hydroxide, Hexyl Laurate, Stearic Acid, Calcium Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Disodium EDTA, Citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) peel oil, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Punica Granatum Seed Oil, Pinus Sylvestris Leaf Oil, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Niacinamide, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Water, Lactobacillus/Honeysuckle Flower/Licorice Root/Morus Alba Root/Pueraria Lobata Root/Schizandra Chinensis Fruit/Scutellaria Baicalensis Root/Sophora Japonica Flower Extract Ferment Filtrate, Perfluorohexane, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Glycerin, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Cholesteryl, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chrysanthemum Indicum flower Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, Perfluorodecalin, Morus Alba Fruit Extract, Magnolia Kobus Bark Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sprout Extract, Diospyros Kaki Leaf Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Artemisia Princeps Leaf Extract, Pentafluoropropane, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Steareth-20, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Colloidal Oatmeal, Hydrolyzed Silk, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, N-Hydroxysuccinimide, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Tocopherol, Thiamine HCl, Riboflavin, Retinyl Palmitate, Pantothenic Acid, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Niacin, Folic Acid, Chrysin, Carnitine HCl, Biotin, Ascorbic Acid, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Chlorhexidine Digluconate. May Contain: Iron Oxides (CI 77492, CI 77491, CI 77499).

I have copied them from their website and they looked quite fine to me but I read this one Paulas Choice that it contains some phototoxic citrus oils which are not good for the skin and they kind of behave like skin irritants. Another thing that shocked me was the incorporation of some snail secretion in the formula which according to them is a moisturizing agent in the ingredients.

Packaging

‘Your Skin But Better’ CC Cream comes in a sleekly designed squeeze tube with a pump top. The overall packaging is handy and portable to carry easily in the bag. The pump top helps a great deal in preventing overspilling of the product. The texture of this cc cream is quite thick and you can comfortably get the required amount with one or two pumps.

IT Cosmetics CC Cream Your Skin But Better Pump dispenser

IT Cosmetics CC Cream Your Skin But Better Pump dispenser

The Range of Shades

IT Cosmetics CC Creams offer a few options when it comes to shades. This cream only offers five shades: Fair, Light, Medium, Tan, and Rich. The luxury of shades which we typically enjoy in selecting a perfect foundation according to our skin tone is not quite available with this cream. You have to make a choice within these shades and believe me it can go horribly wrong if it does not match with your skin color. So, my personal advice here for you gals is to test the shade of CC cream first on your wrist first before buying them. Fortunate for me the ‘Light Shade’ did not make me uncomfortable at all.

My Review on IT Cosmetics CC Cream

The first impression by IT Cosmetics ‘Your Skin But Better’ CC Cream’s packaging was absolutely delightful. The packaging is stylish and alluring for any makeup geek, you can easily see the shade from the transparent area on tube enclosed by silver coating at the bottom and a shiny top lid.

IT Cosmetics CC Cream Swatch

‘Your Skin But Better CC Cream’ is highly pigmented and it’s texture is more like a liquid foundation with a greasy touch making it creamier. The cream is easily blendable on the skin; the shade I got was perfect for my skin tone too. I felt if it was more of a gel like foundation but after blending thoroughly it settled down and started feeling more like a thin layer of powder. The coverage of this foundation is medium but it is buildable to full coverage. If you are really looking for a fuller coverage then this cc cream is a big letdown, even the medium coverage feels heavier on skin.

This foundation may work well for ladies with extremely dry skin but in my case it was an utter waste of effort. I have a combination skin type and this foundation did not last long and broke my skin within few hours. If you have some wrinkles near your jaw line then you would need to go for a fuller coverage because the medium coverage did not do good job in hiding it for me. The claim for anti-aging technology merely looked digestible to me. This foundation cannot last for more than an hour or two in hot and humid conditions.

IT Cosmetics CC Cream Blending & Texture

IT Cosmetics CC Cream Blending & Texture

They have included the Sunscreen in the formula which according to me is utterly useless if it is going to break your skin within a few hours. There is radiant glow on your skin if you do not set it with loose powder that can result in an oily looking skin in flash photography. The skin feels softer, supple and hydrated after its application and this foundation is dewy in nature. If you are looking for matte finish then this is not the product to go for. It is a deal breaker if you work outdoor most of the times. I would prefer sticking to some other makeup foundation that can last longer and sustain the sweat if you stay outside most of the times.

Pros

1-Stylish and Exquisite Packaging.
2-Squeeze Tube with Pump dispenser can save you a lot of this product by preventing overspill so it can easily be used for a month.
3-This CC Cream is easily blendable with fingers; it feels a bit creamy but settles down easily on the skin.
4-The cream offers medium to full coverage.
5-The foundation is dewy in nature.
6-Makes your skin soft and hydrated.
7-Comes with a broad spectrum sunscreen with anti-aging technology.

Cons

1-Greasy texture is a big no for me.
2-Medium coverage does not cover the blemishes and fine lines eloquently.
3-Not an ideal choice for natural makeup lovers.
4-The foundation is not light weight at all, especially if you are going for full coverage.
5-There is a very limited range of shades and these foundations are richly pigmented.
6-This foundation is not good for oily or combination skin type.
7-The lasting power is a big disappointment, not ideal for outdoor use.

IT Cosmetics CC Cream Dupes

Physicians Formula Organic Wear CC Cream

Although it is not 100% replacement for the IT Cosmetics ‘Your Skin but Better CC Cream’ but I would say it is way better in terms of price, coverage and its light weight. One of the drawbacks is the smell of this CC Cream which to some ladies is not quite intriguing. It is easily blendable and according to ‘Physicians’ it is an organic CC Cream that comes with a sunscreen protection. It does not offer a dew look but a matte texture that settles perfectly with the skin. The other drawback is the orange tint that can bother you a bit. You can fix it with some setting powder and if you have fair skin you might not notice it a lot. On the brighter side the organic ingredients seems quite good for anti-aging benefits. The lasting power on both dry and oily skin is fairly better than IT’s CC Cream and it does not cause any breakouts.

Maybelline Fit Me Foundation

It’s not a CC Cream but you get nearly the same thing without any additionally over-blown anti aging benefits. The Maybelline fit me foundation offers a non-greasy coverage ideal for oily and dry skin. It also comes with an SPF (sunscreen protection) and you get to choose the right shade easily without any limitations. The lasting power is good and this foundation is an absolute beauty for a shimmery look within a very good budget. You can read the complete review of Maybelline Fit me foundation here.

Korean BB Creams

I have never tried any of it but I have read at numerous forums and blogs that the Korean BB Creams are way cheaper and offer the same benefits. You can check the ingredients to find the perfect match on TestKorea.com, beautynetkorea.com and these websites easily ship all around the world.

Recommendation

I have not tried any other CC creams yet, but I would suggest you to stick to a good makeup foundation that offers light weight coverage with a good lasting power. There is a lot of marketing tactics involved in the promotion of such products and adding anti-aging benefits or sunscreen may look really good in the advertisement but they do not really make a big difference. I would suggest you to stick to a good foundation and always use makeup removers and a good face wash to prevent your skin from acne or any skin issues. Some time the foundations clog the pores and causes problem like acne, so washing the face only is not an ideal solution to it. I would rate this foundation 4 out of 10.

L’Oreal True Match Foundation Review & Swatches

Hello fans as you all know that I am covering MAC products extensively on my blog, so I decided to write about L'Oreal's True Match foundation this time to bring some diversity on the blog.

I have been using Revlon Photoready foundation and MAC Sculpt Foundation for some time, and I needed something new to try this time. Maybe it was a twist of fate when I heard my best friend praising about L’Oreal true match foundation. At first I was a bit confused to try it or not but still my inner desire kept on wondering about it, and I decided to give this product a one-shot try.

L’Oreal True Match Foundation in Warm Beige Shade

Having my first encounter with L’Oreal true match, I decided to buy their liquid line of foundation with a warm beige shade. The product claimed itself to be super-blendable having a non-comedogenic and non-acnegenic formula with SPF17 protection. Even the packaging was itself very sophisticated, a small transparent bottle that I could easily carry in my bag.

L’Oreal's Claims About True Match

Formulated with Precise Match Technology L’Oreal True Match blends superbly with your uneven skin tone and texture.

For best results try True Match Powder, Blush, Concealer and Bronze Glow to settle down the foundation to get your desired coverage.

Fragrance and oil free formula ensures no clogging of pores.

Natural finish with broad spectrum SPF 17 protection.

Sheer light to medium coverage suitable for all skin types.

Available in 24 multiple balancing cool, warm and neutral shades.

Confined with color balancing minerals to precisely calibrate natural color.

Skin diffusing micro-fine pearls to conceal skin imperfections.

Added with Glycerin, Vitamin B and Vitamin E for the extra nourishment of the skin.

The foundation contains a non-comedogenic and non-acnegenic formula for acne-prone skin.

Tested by Dermatologist and qualified for natural skincare.

An oil-free formula for the combination of dry/oily skin.

The Review

I usually dream of having a fine, finicky, flawless, and fanciful complexion for my skin. I always kneel towards the idea of getting a pearly glow with a flattering radiance to conceal the imperfections on my skin. With True Match foundation, I realized that with L’Oreal products, it will just remain a dream. Just keep reading and you’ll know why.

Photo Credits: Indian Vanity Case

True match offers a medium coverage that is buildable to full coverage. The foundation claims to be super blendable, but I struggled a bit in blending it easily. I recommend using a stippling brush to blend it quickly rather than using flat foundation brushes or bare hands. The foundation offers a satin finish that leaves a shimmering effect on your skin, an ideal foundation for night time or indoor use. I have used this foundation for work, and I was highly disappointed with its greasy finish and low staying power.

L’Oreal True Match Foundation After & Before Skin dupe

Photo Credits: Indian Vanity Case

The foundation broke out after 4 to 5 hours in ideal indoor conditions, and the greasy feel was irritating too. I specifically bought the oil control formula for my combination skin type, but the foundation does not resist the oil and sweat. The light weightiness claim seems disappointing too, as the foundation feels heavier than most of the other foundations in the market even with light coverage. The foundation oxidizes with your skin resulting in reddish coloration making your complexion looks darker. True match is a budget friendly foundation but for an extreme oily or dry skin it may lead to an absolute disaster for you. I would suggest a good moisturizer before its application for girls with dry skin. If you have super oily skin, then use an oil controlling primer before applying this foundation. The label claims that this foundation offers matte to satin finish, but I am sorry to tell you that I did not find anything matte in it at all.

The Pros

Honestly speaking, the product has failed to surprise me with anything but a few pros by fortune. I am just writing down the list below as the points are just a few in numbers.

The product contains SPF17 for sunscreen protection.
The packaging is travel-friendly and its sturdy enough to survive the fall.
You can choose from a massive collection of shades as the L’Oreal itself claims to have 24 shades that may or may not be available worldwide
You can easily find the ingredients listed on the packaging that can help you make the right choice.
The foundation offers a non-comedogenic and non-acnegenic formula to protect skin from acne issues.

The Cons

The biggest setback for L’Oreal true match is the oily finish that gets too runny and sometimes too greasy. I would recommend this foundation only if you have a combination of dry and oily skin just in case to avoid spoiling your overall makeup when it gets too runny within 4 hours. As far as the finishing is concerned, again! The product is a set back as it enhances the oily finish to the max.

It does also feel heavy even when you are applying it too gently on the skin. Though the product claims itself to be super lightweight but on the real side, it is neither lightweight nor gives a feeling of being weightless on the skin.

In my prior experience, the oxidization has appeared to be a True battle for L’Oreal True match. In most cases, it is either the foundation with an imbalance between the oil/pH formula or it is the skin that gets more readily oxidized. On a real note, the L’Oreal true match is not a perfect match for women with oily skin. Personally I do not like any product oxidizing on my skin making it more reddish or appear darker on my skin.

The foundation gives a radiant glow with its light reflecting particles but considering the downfall, the foundation does shine on the skin but with a touch of greasiness which is by far not the perfect blend for skincare. Moreover, the product does not provide heavy duty buildable coverage. Doesn’t matter how well you layer the product, in the end it will not provide appropriate balance with your skin tone.

The product may temporarily hide your fine lines and skin imperfections but after the period of 4 hours it will highlight all your pores and blemishes. If you want to know the reason then honestly, the product has quite little staying power.

In most drugstore foundations, the packaging ensures the overall compatibility of the product. Though L’Oreal True Match has convenient packaging in terms of traveling not in terms of use. You have to dab a little to squeeze out the product, and there is no control over how much amount of product you want to take out.

Foundations with Non-Acnegenic formula were deemed as a myth but truly, they are not. Though the L’Oreal True Match itself claims for having a Non-Acnegenic formula which less likely causes clogging of pores but unfortunately after applying the product, you might feel having your skin break out.

Recommendation

L'Oreal True Match offers a wide variety of shades, and it is quite affordable. Having said that I would not recommend this product for women having extremely dry or extremely oily skin as this product can get too runny at times making the skin too greasy and sometimes very uneasy to handle. If you are looking for a product that easily blends then this product is not for you. If you are looking for a product that stays longer then this products is not for you either.

I would rate this product 3 out of 10, although L'Oreal is a big name in the cosmetics industry, but the True Match foundation has severely disappointed me in every regard. Do not forget to share your valuable comments with me about this foundation and stay tuned to FS Fashionsta for more upcoming beauty tips and makeup reviews.

EOS lip balm is a favorite of many people. You can find them being featured pretty much everywhere and they’ve been around for years! They’re shaped like little eggs and come with a good amount of product in ‘em. You can find them pretty easily, at Target or really any other online store.

EOS Lip Balm Flavors & Packaging

EOS lip balms have so many flavors and colors, you can never have enough. The flavors aren’t too strong either so there’s nothing to worry about there either. The only thing I’d say is, I much rather use these as a lip base than a balm. Especially for the winter months, I think the EOS lip balms aren’t that moisturizing but for the summer, when you really just need a little something, these work great.

I do have to say though, the packaging is pretty cute and they are pretty inexpensive as well, when you compare them to the other lip balms coming out. And for a few of my favorites EOS lip balms keep on reading.

1. Pomegranate Raspberry

My absolute favorite, so of course, it is at the top of the list. A good moisturizer, and nicely colored. I love the flavor of this the best, I just wish it was slightly tinted in the same color of the packaging – crimson red.

2. Sweet Mint

The fragrance is perhaps slightly, weird, but it is a good one. It has a bunch of natural extracts and essential oils which helps with moisturizing your lips. And, it’s a light green color.

3. Blueberry Acai

Comes in a blue case, and definitely is blueberry and acai flavored. I guess it must be pretty obvious that I really like berries. It’s just that they’re not too sweet, or strong.

4. Lemon Drop

This one has an SPF of 15 for sure, and tastes very fresh and lemony. A pretty good one for the summer, and is packaged in a beautiful lemon yellow color.

EOS Lip Balm Ingredients

The company says that EOS lip balms are 95 % organic, hypoallergenic, 100 % natural, paraben and petrolatum free. They are packed with antioxidant-rich vitamin E, soothing shea butter and jojoba oil which helps to keep your lips soft and “sensationally smooth”.

How to Use

EOS lip balms are pretty easy to use. You can just twist the top off, and you have the balm shaped as a egg yolk in an egg. Use your fingers or lip brush apply it on your lips.

My Review on EOS Lip Balm

The flavor I liked the best was pomegranate raspberry, so the review is based on it . Its taste is subtle, so it won’t just fill your mouth with like you’ve eaten berries, and of course, it is a good choice for kisses as well. As soon as you open the product, you’ll be able to smell a soft scent of the berries. The packaging of pomegranate raspberry is a bright pink and very girly.

All the EOS lip balms have a flat bottom, so you can place them up on a vanity desk, and they’ll stay. The lip balms aren’t sticky either, and very pleasant to have on your lips. They glide on well, last a while, and don’t have a glossy feel at all. They look very natural and can moisturize mildly chapped lips pretty easily. Even after the lip balm is gone, your lips will continue to feel hydrated and moisturized for the rest of the day.

Yeah, they’re not the best of the best lip balms in the market, but they are good enough. Now, let’s discuss a few of the pros and cons of the EOS lip balms.

Pros

Pretty cute to look at
Unique packaging
Inexpensive but quality product
Feels natural, and not heavy or waxy at all
Does a good job at moisturizing lips
Great for mildly chapped lips
95% organic
Easy to carry
Subtle fragrances and flavors that won’t leave you with a headache

Cons

Perhaps no SPF..?
No tint
The consistency is a little harder
Not the best for extremely dry lips

Endorsed by Celebrities

If all this information seems pretty boring for you, here’s fun facts about the EOS brand that you may not have known! - The EOS lip balms are endorsed by popular celebrities, such as Kim Kardashian and Britney Spears. EOS actually stands for ‘Evolution of Smooth’, but I’d say that’s only true for some people.

EOS Lip Balm Lawsuit

EOS lip balms recently faced a lawsuit in 2016 when someone claimed that it made their mouth break out with rashes and red bumps. But, worry not, it’s all good. The company has released the following statement: "We are pleased to announce that the class action lawsuit brought against EOS earlier this month has been resolved. Our products are safe — and this settlement confirms that. Our lip balms are hypoallergenic, dermatologist tested, made with the highest quality ingredients, meet or exceed all safety and quality standards set by our industry and are validated by rigorous safety testing conducted by independent labs. We love our customers and their enjoyment of our products is our top priority. We thank them for their continued support". EOS also makes a bunch of other products, such as body lotions, so you might want to try those out too.

My Recommendation

To wrap it all up, here are my final words. The lip balms are incredible for their price, most range around $3 - $5. I like to use them in the summer for a bit of moisturizing but never when I need something ultra-hydrating. You can put them on before you put on your lipstick or lip liner and it’ll help create a smooth surface and avoid the product from setting into the fine lines.

If you’re big into wearing matte liquid lipsticks, you could put the EOS lip balm on a few minutes before, and it’ll totally change the way the matte lipstick will set on your lips. It’ll last much longer too without any cracks, or a need for reapplication. Although the lip balms are great, I think I’m good with the few I have in my collection for a while. They’re not really a product I feel the need to have stocked. But yeah, I would purchase them again when I run out of it, undoubtedly.

Hello ladies, today I have got my hands on Ben Nye Luxury Powders (Banana and Cameo). I got these two beauties in $32 from an online store and they shipped it in 15 days to me. Like always, I am going to give you a brief explanation about these finishing powders then move onto the review.

Well setting and finishing powders are must-have makeup stuff that you cannot actually live without. For a perfect make over you need the right amount and type of setting/finishing powder to give you the best look. You can find setting/finishing powders in two forms: the loose ones and the pressed powders. To be honest I have encountered the loose powder a very few times in drugstores even in the busiest lights of Karachi. Usually you find these compressed powders and we normally recognize them with their compact round boxes.

Normally the MUAs and the enthusiasts know about the loose powders here (in Pakistan) and believe me that is the first time I have tried loose powder after going through tons of reviews and swatches especially on the Ben Nye loose powders. Before digging deep into the review and comparison I would like to clarify you ladies to not to confuse setting powders with the finishing powders. Setting powders are applied with foundation to fix the uneven finishing and texture of your skin whereas the finishing powders are applied after you’re done with all the makeup to give your face a perfect finishing. Let me show you these beauties first:

The Ben Nye Luxury Cameo Powder is more of a neutral toned matte finishing powder that suits fair to medium skin tones. You can also use it as the highlighting powder to enhance the glow of your skin while absorbing the sweat and excess oil on your skin.

On the other hand, the Ben Nye Luxury Banana Powder is an ideal choice for a good range of skin tones. Its color correcting formula reduces the blemishes and dark circles perfectly while giving you a matte look that does not give you ghoulish-white look in flash photography. The Banana shade works better with light to medium or deep skin tones, and not ideal for extremely-fair or fair skin tones at all.

Ben Nye Cameo & Banana Powder Review

The Ben Nye Powders are no doubt the most talked finishing powder on the web and that actually intrigued me to give it a try. The Ben Nye powders are translucent, finely milled, multi-use powder you can use it as a setting and finishing powder. I have broken down my review into the following pointers:

It Does not break your Skin

Ben Nye Powder is very good at controlling all the excessive oil and sweat on your skin so your makeup lasts longer without breaking your skin at all. I have tried both the Banana and Cameo shades for almost a month and its hot and humid here in Karachi most of the times. This powder absorbs nicely into your skin and locks all the oil and sweat. It works best with all the good to average liquid foundations and helps your makeup not only look the best but last longer.

Which Shade is Good for You?

If you have fair skin then you should go for the Cameo Shade it brightens your skin and covers the undertones nicely with a pinkish tint. For Medium to Dark Skin you should go for the Banana shade it does a very good job at covering your undertones and give you a natural look with a yellowish tint. I have tried both these shades on me the Cameo looks good in night time and the Banana works wonder in daytime and flash photography.

Contouring and Highlights

You can use these finishing powders for contouring and highlighting your face. Just a light layer of powder on your face with a little thick layering on T-zone can help you achieve finest of the looks. The banana shade specifically works as a very good highlighter even if you have fair to light skin tone. So, if you are thinking about highlighting and contouring I recommend you to go with the banan shade regardless of your skin tone.

Hides Skin imperfections

Both the shades work a great job in hiding the fine lines and dark circles. But for the immaculate perfection I recommend you to go for the right shade according to your skin tone. The finely milled Ben Nye powder absorbs in your skin nicely and shrinks large pores to give your skin a balanced texture and finishing.

If you are still wondering which shade you really have to go for then read the comparison below to select the right one for you:

Ben Nye Banana Vs Cameo Shade Comparison

First of all, these came in a packaging that I have never seen before, usually you find them in a compact case but they are in the dome-jars. The best part about it is that they are really handy and travel-friendly, you do not have to worry about carrying them they are light and compact.

So, let's get to the comparison now, I have been wondering for some time if I should go for the Cameo shade or the Banana, so I ordered them both to see what looks better on me. Both these finishing powders are translucent and lighter, and you can use them either to highlight or set your skin after setting the base makeup. Another added advantage of these loose powders is that they can handle your makeup quite nicely by controlling the excessive oil and sweat.

I have tried them with NARS sheer glow foundation and MAC pro longwear foundation and believe me they easily added a few more hours to their staying power. It does not let oil or sweat to break your skin for hours, and the best part is that you can use it to brighten the odd dark areas on your skin.

I tried some swatches on my skin first to determine what works better for me, here are some of the pictures for you gals.

Starting with the Cameo Swatch first

Here you go with the Banana Swatch

Ben Nye Luxury Banana swatch with coverage

And, Here is the comparison

Ben Nye Luxury Powder Banana Vs Cameo swatch

Ben Nye Luxury Powder Banana Vs Cameo coverage

I really like the cameo shade because it actually has a good brightening effect compared to the banana shade on my skin. Both of them have the same coverage and lasting power. Both these finishing powders mattify the areas on your skin while keeping the concealer in place and do a nice job at canceling the undertones. However, again, the brightening effect can vary from light to medium skin tones; that is why I suggest Cameo for Light to medium skin tones and the banana shade for Fair to medium/ slightly darker skin tones. I had a really good experience using these amazing beauties and would highly recommend it.

Pros

It is Light weight.
The Coverage is fantastic.
The staying power is excellent.
Ideal for flash photography.

Cons

Pretty expensive finishing powder compared to the others.
Not ideal for a dewy look.

Recommendation

The Ben Nye Luxury Powder is easily one of the excellent choices of mine. It does not move, and the concealer looks better throughout the day easily. If you do not get a chance to fix your face in a busy day then I would say this finishing powder is best to go for. I rate this product 9 out of 10.

Questions Related To This Post

How to apply Ben Nye powder?
You can use a makeup brush or sponge to apply this powder.

Is Ben Nye powder good for oily skin?
Yes, it is an excellent finishing powder for oily skin.

How to Contour & Highlight with Ben Nye Banana powder?
You can contour and highlight your face by adding a light layer of powder on your face and a heavy layering on T-zone.

What is the best Ben Nye powder for fair skin?
You can go for the banana shade if you have fair skin.

How can I use Ben Nye luxury powder?
You can use it as a setting & finishing powder plus this powder can also be helpful in contouring and highlighting.

What to apply Ben Nye powder with?
Ideally with a foundation brush.

Does Ben Nye powder have a smell?
It has a sweetish banana like fragrance.

Is Ben Nye banana powder non comedogenic?
Yes, it is an absolutely non-comedogenic powder.

Today I am going to share the health benefits, nutritional facts and some recipe of Sago Pearls. Tapioca Sago is also known as Sabudana in Hindi and Urdu whereas in English it is usually referred as 'Tapioca Pearls' or ‘Sago.' It is one of my favorite foods and after doing a bit of research, here I am with an extensive article on it.

What is Sabudana Made of?

The Sago Pearl or Sabudana is made of Tapioca Root; the white colored, opaque seeds are formed by processing of Tapioca root. Tapioca roots are pulped and crushed through different machines, and a milky compound is extracted, this milky compound is then roasted or boiled to form globules. These globules range from 1mm to 7mm in diameter, but the commonly manufactured form varies from 1mm to 2mm in diameter.

The ready to cook Sago balls turn into translucent, spongy and soft form after cooking. Sago is known for its immaculate taste and nutritional benefits; its popular dishes include Sabudana Kheer & Sabudana Khichadi. Usually, Sabudana is considered an exquisite food for infants, old-aged people, and patients. The translucent spongy balls are magnificent in taste and easy to digest, with its known soothing and cooling qualities of the human body.

Sago Pearls / Sabudana Nutrition Facts

Sago or Sabudana is one of the rich sources of carbohydrates, and the white globules are known for their quick energy boosting property. Sago contains a nice amount of Iron, a tiny amount of protein with the feeble amount of Calcium, Vitamins, and other minerals. 100 grams serving of Sago can yield up to 350 Calories with 85.5 grams of Carbohydrates and 0.2 grams of Protein. You can refer the chart below for complete nutrition facts:

Source: http://www.fitbit.com/foods/Sago+Raw+pearl+Tapioca+/5773

Sago Pearls / Sabudana Beauty Benefits

You might be shocked to read about the beauty benefits of Sago Pearls / Sabudana. The fact is that these pearls owe a great deal of benefits for skin and hair as well.

1- Natural Skin Exfoliator

Sabudana can also work as an excellent skin exfoliator, just grind some Sago pearls and mix them up with a few drops of milk to create a thick paste. Now exfoliate your skin for fifteen minutes and let it rest for some time on your face, and then wash it off with lukewarm water. The tapioca root works as a brilliant cleanser for your skin with its organic remedial qualities. You can also try these homemade facial cleansers for a glowing smooth skin.

2- Face Mask To Eliminate Scars & Smoothen Skin

Sago Pearls can also be used to make different face masks that can heal scars and smoothen the skin. You can try the following facemasks below:

Sabudana with Honey & Lemon Mask

Crush 50 grams of Sago pearls and blend it with a few drops of honey and lemon. You can also add some milk to create a nice thick paste. Now apply this mask on your face and let it rest for half an hour. Wash off your face with fresh water and feel the incredible difference in your skin texture. This mask can be used twice in a week, and you can notice dramatic effects on your face within a few weeks.

Sabudana with Avocado Mask

Avocados are one of my favorite ingredients for a face mask. I have also posted about different avocado face masks that you can easily try at home. Crush 50 to 100 gram of Sago pearls and mix it with crushed and peeled avocados. Add some milk to create a paste and apply it on the face for half an hour. Wash it off with lukewarm water.

Sabudana with Chamomile Tea Mask

3- Enhances Hair Growth

Sago Pearls combined with olive oil can improve the growth of hair. Just crush some sago pearls and mix it with olive oil. Now apply this paste on your hair from roots to strands.

4- Prevents Hair Fall

Sabudana is manufactured by processing of tapioca root that has numerous benefits for hair too. You can try some of these protein treatments for hair to avoid the hair fall problem or you can also try Sago pearls and egg mask on your hair. Just crush some sago pearls and blend it well with one or two whole eggs. You can use the egg-beater for the same purpose. Apply this thin mask on your hair strands and let it rest for half an hour. Wash it off with some shampoo.

5- Hair Nourishment

Crush some sago pearls and blend it with some yogurt, rose water and honey. Apply the thick paste on your hair strands for half an hour and wash it off with some shampoo. You can try this mask twice a day.

Sago Pearls / Sabudana Health Benefits

1- Perfect Pre/Post Workout Food

Sago contains high amount of carbohydrates and they can serve as a very good alternative to energy/post workout supplements. Our body needs a lot of energy to rejuvenate from the strenuous workout and Sago can help you refuel the lost energy. The best way to start your day is to cook some Sabudana preferably on a stove, Sago pudding or kheer are the best foods if you are looking for good energy source that is easily digestible. A nice Sabudana dessert in breakfast can really help you stay alert and energetic throughout the day. It is known to enhance the natural glucosamine production in the body that can improve the overall movement of joints and recovery of muscles around it.

2- A very nice antidote for Hypertension

100 grams of Sago contains around five milligrams of potassium. Potassium is known to enhance the blood circulation and overall cardiovascular system. Sago has been counted amongst the top remedies for hypertension. From the ancient times tapioca root has been used to cure stress and hypertension and it holds an important role in ayurvedic treatment of cardiovascular problems.

3- The Perfect Energy Boosting Food

Sago is the best source of energy, with its high energy refueling capability you can feel energetic all the day. Sago is usually prescribed to patients to enhance their energy level and to expedite the recovery phase.

4- Helps the Digestive System

Sago also helps in the improvement of the overall digestive system. The contents of tapioca root are known to heal many digestive ailments including Bloating, Constipation, Indigestion, Flatulence and Acid Reflux. Sago is also prescribed for patients with Gastroenteritis disease, the soothing and cooling effects mellow down the heartburning and stomachache. Sago enhances the production of digestive enzymes and overall bowel movement by protecting the intestines from getting dry. Sago works pretty much the same way as Basil Seeds as far as the digestive ailments are concerned and both of these take quite a similar plump tapioca shape after boiling.

5- Quick Weight Gains

Sago can help you gain weight quickly within weeks. The tapioca root with its rich calorie contents can increase the weight of individuals with eating disorders and poor appetite. Sago is also prescribed to carcinoma and tuberculosis patients because it recuperates the weight by these lethal diseases. Sago is usually served as breakfast for kids in India and Pakistan because of its nutritious and healthy ingredients.

6- Improve joints and bone health

Sago contains calcium, iron and other minerals that help in improvement of bones and joints. Sago increases the production of Glucosamine, which ultimately affects the density of bones, flexibility and joints movement. The increased level of glucosamine boosts the production of synovial fluid that is found in small quantity between joints and tendon sheaths and responsible for the smooth movement of joints.

7- Keeps the Body Cool

Sago is known to eradicate excessive heat from the body; usually, the use of antibiotics result in the production of excessive heat, and it can be effectively controlled with the use of Sago. In sub-continent and Asian-pacific countries, doctors prefer the usage of Sago especially for the treatment of diseases involving the consumption of medicines on a regular basis. Sago along with rice has a pleasant cooling effect on the body by controlling the excess bile production. Sago Khichadi is a popular recipe that features the rice and Sago combo.

Sago / Subdana Recipes

There are various dishes that are made with Sabudana, I am going to share the recipes of famous Sabudana Khichadi and Sabudana Kheer in another post later on. Do not forget to share your thoughts on this post :) and stay tuned for more beauty and health tips from FS Fashionista.

L' Oreal white perfect Transparent rosy whitening cream

Finding a perfect match is always a tough job, but it gets even tougher when it comes to choosing a whitening cream or moisturizer. I guess, almost every girl has gone through this process, because everyone has a different skin type and complexion, which needs a suitable product.

As the weather changes so do our skin needs, and that is the time to go for a perfect moisturizer hunt. I badly needed a new whitening cream that can moisturize my skin, work as a sun screen and can lighten my skin tone as well.

I started surfing about the moisturizing creams that can cater all my needs and are reasonably priced. I went through many of the products and their reviews, but the one which I found interesting was about "New White Perfect – Transparent Rosy Whitening by L’Oréal Paris.

So, I went to supermart near my residence and bought both, day and night cream jars, available with the tag of transparent rosy whitening cream.

New White Perfect – Transparent Rosy Whitening by L’Oréal Paris

L' Oreal white perfect Transparent rosy whitening new packaging

L’Oréal Paris is a name that has done a successful brand positioning in the market. The key element behind the success is continuous research and innovative ideas. So was the case with transparent rosy whitening cream. The New Transparent Rosy is available in day and night jars.

Ads

The thing which attracted me most is that, both the jars are enriched with the power Pink Tourmaline, which is a very precious stone and my favorite as well. This stone is a symbol of love and affection, and also has healing properties in it, which relaxes nerves and fight against genetic and hormonal issues..

L' Oreal white perfect Transparent rosy whitening Day & night

L'Oreal White Perfect Transparent Rosy Whitening Day SPF 15

Along with pink tourmaline, which is the main ingredient of both the creams, day cream is enriched with advanced melanin block, which has the ability to stop melanin (Skin pigmentation) formation, the key factor helping in lightening of the skin tone. It also has SPF 15 that protects the skin from UV rays and sunlight and will eventually reduce the darkening of skin.

Packaging & Pricing

What I got from the mart was a small box, having a 50ml jar and a description slip packed inside it. The jar is of white color and has a lid inside it. I like the lid because it prevents the spilling of cream and makes it travel friendly. It costed me PKR.1050

My review

For the very first time, I took a pea sized amount on my hand and applied it on my skin. I guess it is the best way to find out the consistency and texture. It felt very smooth, nicely blend and easily absorbs into the skin. So I took a little more amount and applied it on my whole face. It seemed quite light weighted and moisturized my skin properly. It gave an immediate glow to my skin, but I noticed that any extra amount of cream applied to the skin can reflect like a coated film, so you need to be very careful while applying it. It worked all good at home, but produced a bit of oil/sweat on my skin. May be this was due to SPF factor, but I believe this will work best for people having dry skin. Regular use made my skin better and single toned.

So,

As a moisturizer it definitely YES
As a sunblock YES

As a skin toner YES

L'Oreal White Perfect Transparent Rosy Whitening Night

Like day cream, it has advanced melanin and power of pink tourmaline in it. It has a great moisturizing formula that deeply moisturizes the skin, leaving it velvety soft, shinny and exfoliated.

Packaging & Pricing

Night cream is packed in a blue colored heavy glass jar with 50ml cream in it. It has a lid inside the jar that helps in restricting the leakage. For a night cream the jar is nicely colored but I think these jars should weight lightly to become more travel friendly. It costed me PKR.1050

My review

L' Oreal white perfect Transparent rosy whitening cream on my hands

First thing I felt, when I touched the cream was a smooth texture and a gel like formula. I applied it on my face before going to bed. It completely absorbed in my skin and gave a velvety soft feeling. Like day cream, I didn't notice any instant change in my dark spots as it claims so it must be made more active as an exfoliater. After few weeks of continuous use, I felt my skin became more soft, velvety and healthy. So, I liked it very much and will definitly reinvest my money in this product.

So,

As a moisturizer YES
As an exfoliant NO

Reviews of some famous specialists

"The New White Perfect – Transparent Rosy Whitening cream is the perfect addition to the pampering skin care range by L’Oréal Paris – it is rather glamorously enriched with powered tourmaline, which in addition to many other qualities, also helps in blood stimulation, which is what makes it extra attractive for me, because I have always believed that beautiful skin is an incredible asset and also the best makeup” – Meesha Shafi, L’Oréal Pakistan Spokesperson.

Sara Hassan, a well renowned name in the list of product review specialists, writes "My final verdict on this (day) cream would be that it is a good moisturizer with sun blocking property. Great for people with dry to normal skin types looking for a two in one product..." she further continued, "Overall, I’d say that I like the night cream more than the day one. It’s a good moisturizer which helps to brighten the skin tone. In my opinion, it is suitable for all skin types (including the oily/combination) as it didn’t break me out at all."

Shobana Shalleni, Says, "I would not really recommend this range to people with oily skin as the day cream makes your face slightly oily.. so, I'm afraid it might make people with oily skin even more oilier but as for me since I have dry skin it gives amazing results. It moisturizes and had lightened my face. I just love it! Therefor those who wish to try a good whitening product this is a must try...it's reallllyyyyy awesome ;).."

Finally, after using both the creams for 2 weeks continuously, I would recommend that day cream is good for dry skinned people throughout the year. Whereas, oily skinned people may use it in winters or dry weather. Night cream is equally good for all the skin types as it nicely absorbs in.

Price & Availability

You can buy L'Oreal White Perfect cream from Amazon and Ebay at a very good price.

Revlon Colorstay Warm Golden- 310 [combination / Oily Skin]

Revlon Colorstay Warm Golden- 310 In my hand

This post has been republished again with some updated findings but the rest of review is the same. Revlon Colorstay foundation is still one of the popular makeup foundations and its still immensely popular in Philippines, Australia and United Kingdom.

Revlon ColorStay™ Makeup is one of the trendiest makeup foundations ever introduced in the market. The product claims to offer a longwearing coverage that can be easily buildable to full or medium coverage without any caking. The foundation offers a matte finish with oil control formula designed for oily skins. Revlon ColorStay Foundation is available in 20 different shades
, especially designed for longwearing light coverage that claims to last for up to twenty four hours. I have tried its Golden Warm (310) Shade and going to share my review on it, one more thing this review is not for Revlon Colorstay makeup with Softflex. The Softflex version is a new edition to Revlon's line of foundations but I have tried its simple version. Although, I am not a big fan of liquid foundations though I usually prefer MAC Pro Longwear Foundation but Revlon’s ColorStay Foundation is a beauty in its own caliber. I bought it a few weeks ago from a local drugstore, where after a bit of thinking I decided to go for Revlon’s ColorStay Warm Golden Shade #310- SPF6 [Combination/Oily Skin].

Opening the bottle: Revlon Colorstay Warm Golden foundation ..feeling excited

Revlon Colorstay Ingredients

Revlon Colorstay Makeup comprises of the following ingredients:

Cyclopentasiloxane, Aqua (Water), Dimethicone, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Tribehenin, Phenyl Trimethicone, Nylon-12, Cymbidium Grandiflorum (Orchid) Flower Extract, Lactobacillus/Eriodictyon Californicum Ferment Extract, Lilium Candidum Bulb Extract, Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Bisabolol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, Alcohol Denat., Alumina, Dimethicone/PEG-10/15 Crosspolymer, Methicone, Laureth-7, Magnesium Sulfate, Silica, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Ethylene Brassylate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane, Dimethicone/Silsesquioxane Copolymer, PEG-12 Glyceryl Dimyristate, Salicylic Acid, Silk Powder, Sodium Citrate, Dipropylene Glycol, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Serica (Silk), Tetrasodium EDTA, Hexylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylparaben, Methylparaben. May Contain: Mica, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxides.

Revlon Colorstay Foundation Color Chart

Here is the complete range of shades you can find in the Revlon Colorstay offers, so you can better choose the shade according to your skintone.

Some Precautions

Always shake well before applying the foundation.
Apply the foundation in sections to avoid caking.
Use a damp sponge to blend it easily on your face
Apply the foundation prior to the exposure to sunlight.

Testing on skin: Revlon Colorstay Warm Golden foundation

My Review

Revlon says it is a lightweight, although I found it better than its counterparts in the market but MAC and NARS offer foundations lighter than this. Revlon ColorStay is a beautiful foundation if you are living in a hot or humid region, I do not know if it is going to work the same in cold regions. I used it for two weeks just to test it for enough time; it does not come with any pump, so you have to either use a brush or your fingers to apply it. It dries up pretty quickly so you can face problems in blending it, I prefer to use my fingers to apply it. One more thing I had a bit tacky kind of feeling when I first used on my face.

Do not use it like other foundations, apply on one area at a time or you will end up caking your face as it quickly dries out. You can also try a damp sponge to apply this foundation. It has a slight tinge of pinkish colour in it which is a bit odd for me as I opted for warm golden, so it is supposed to be more yellowish in colour. The best part about this foundation is its longer lasting prowess that impressed me a lot, it stayed for more than 8 hours and never showed a sign of breakout throughout my trial period. The coverage of Colorstay foundation is phenomenal too, with its semi-matte finish, although it shows up a bit on your face under indoor lighting but in the natural light it looked perfect on me, you can also try Revlon Photoready foundation for a perfect night look, courtesy it's shiny particles.

Revlon Colorstay Foundation is an excellent choice for a person with oily skin. You would need to use a face cleanser to remove it as it does not vanish quickly with a regular wash. Overall the product has some pros and cons too, in my opinion it is a beautiful product under a small budget.

Testing Different Foundations With Revlon Colorstay Warm Golden

You can observe the pinkish tinge in the swatch picture I am talking about in this review

Testing the texture and feel of other foundation brands with Revlon Colorstay Warm Golden in this swatch

See how quickly it dried out along with Tom Ford 5 while others are still wet.

Good Stuff About This Foundation

The coverage of this foundation is amazing; if you are looking for a medium to full coverage with a semi-matte finish then this one is for you.
An ideal choice for natural makeup because of its matte coverage, if you prefer natural makeup you are going to like this beauty with a thin coat.
The longer lasting claim on the label is up to the mark, this foundation has never disappointed me with its longer lasting capability, especially in hot and humid region it’s a perfect choice to go for especially for day use.
It protects your oily skin so you won’t have a greasy feel; kind of works like protection film on your skin with a very thin layering that never cakes on your face.
The foundation stayed for almost 8 hours on my skin without any breakouts; you need to use the cleanser to remove longer lasting foundations like this.
This foundation is an ideal choice if most of your work is outdoor.
The shade range is better for dark skin tones.

Bad Stuff About This Foundation

It has a slight pinkish tinge in its colour that can be visible under indoor premises; so not the idealistic golden shade for me as it showed signs like a bit chalky in front of mirror.
Revlon ColorStay is a lightweight foundation but if you have used lightweight products from MAC and L’Oreal you might not find it lightest.
It has a strong smell like paint or something, so it can be irritating to sensitive lasses.
It dries up rather quickly so you will find it difficult to blend, so you have to choose one spot at a time or you will end up caking it on your face.
It does not come with a pump like usual liquid based foundations in market, so you have to be extra careful while applying it.
The formula is designed for oily skin so it can end up slightly clogging your pores.
The Colorstay foundation range does not offer a wide variety of shades.
The medium coverage cannot be ideal for skin with acne scars, so going for a full coverage always make it messier.

Recommendation

I would personally rate Revlon ColorStay Warm Golden-310 foundation 7 out of 10, Yes its long lasting foundation but No it’s not the lightest weight foundation ever, although it is my personal opinion about this foundation but you can still try this, as it is not an expensive one. I have written this review about the oily skin foundation (SPF-6) without softflex so if you have a dry skin, don’t try it; it will be oddly visible on your face.

Questions Related To This Post

Is Revlon Colorstay foundation Non Comedogenic?
Yes, it is a Non-Comodogenic foundation but if you go for a fuller coverage it may slightly clog your skin pores.

Is Revlon Colorstay foundation Gluten free?
Yes, it is absolutely gluten free.

What powder goes with Revlon Colorstay foundation?
You can use any powder with this foundation but if you are looking for a perfect match I would recommend using ColorStay Pressed Powder.

Is Revlon Colorstay foundation water based?
Yes, it is a liquid based foundation.

How to choose Revlon Colorstay foundation shade?
You can use the Color Chart attached in this post to find the right shade of this foundation.

Is Revlon Colorstay foundation non acnegenic?
Yes, it is a non-acnegenic foundation but going for a fuller coverage (because of acne or scars) might make it messier to blend the foundation evenly on your face.

How long does Revlon Colorstay foundation last?
Colorstay foundation can easily last up to 8 hours on oily/combination skins.

What is the best way to apply Revlon Colorstay foundation?
I would recommend using a Beautyblender to apply this foundation evenly on your face without caking.

Face wash and Cleansers are the most important part of our daily skin care routine. Face wash removes the excessive oil and dirt from the skin, whereas cleansers go deep inside the skin layers and cleans the clogged pores, which is the prime cause of acne and blackheads.

Difference between Face wash and Cleanser

Many people are confused between face wash and cleansers. Some people claim that both these products are same with two different names, but trust me! There's an enormous lot of difference between them.

The face wash is harsher as compared to cleansers.
Cleansers are more efficient when you need to take off your makeup, or you need deep cleansing.
Face wash removes the oil and makes your skin dry. On the other hand, cleansers act as a moisturizer and leaves your skin softer than before.
The primary purpose of face wash is to remove excessive oil while cleansers are more focused on removing the dirt and blackheads.

Tips for Perfect Cleansing

There are so many myths related to facial cleansing, if you follow these instructions, your cleansing will never go erroneous.

Always wash your hands before cleaning your face and make sure your palms and washcloth are pretty clean before touching your face.
Everything works perfectly in moderation. If you overdo it, it will make your skin dry and sensitive.
It is believed that using hot water can open the clogged pores while cold water shrinks the enlarged pores. Dermatologists suggest ordinary tap water for cleansing purpose. Too hot or too cold water can make skin sensitive and increases the chances of redness and breakouts.
Make cleansing your face a ritual when you wake up in the morning and before going to bed. These timings are perfect for this purpose, and you can get maximum benefit from it. If you have sensitive skin, then cleanse only once a day before going to bed.
Choose the right type of cleanser. Gel cleansers are only suitable for oily skin. If you have dry skin, then you should definitely go for creamy cleansers.
Always make sure you have removed the cleanser properly after you are done with it. Any residue can cause damage to your skin.

DIY Homemade Facial Cleansers

Most of the women believe that cleansing is a must to maintain hygiene and a real persona in today's world. Women in the past also used to cleanse their skin regularly. Now the question arises,'How?' As they did not have any branded cleansing products available. Those women used natural ingredients and herbs to make their own cleaners, according to their skin type. Natural cleansers are equally effective as far as you are doing it right.

Homemade cleansers are safe, effective, cheap and easy to made. You can prepare your own version of cleanser, with simple ingredients, in just a few minutes. You can also try these Homemade Avocado Face Masks for instant results.

Try the following recipes and make a perfect cleanser according to your skin needs.

Oil Cleansing

Oil cleansing is suitable for all skin types. It sounds weird, but you would be amazed to know that it works best for oily skin. Oily skin has super-active sebaceous glands that are continuously producing oil. Oil cleans the skin deeply and nourishes it deeply, unlike other products that are harsh and cause the hyper-production of oil by sebaceous glands.

Its very simple, quick, easy and cheapest way of cleaning your skin naturally. Use essential oil of your choice and enjoy the benefits. For more information read Oil Cleansing- Natural And Healthy Way Of Cleaning Your Skin.

Homemade Facial Cleansers For Dry Skin

Dry skin means your sebaceous cells are not producing enough oil to your skin. This dryness usually causes cracks and tears in your skin layers, making it a lovely cozy habitat for bacterial cells. Bacteria are the primary reason for pimples, breakouts, and acne.

Women with dry skin are more affected by the seasonal change, and their skin is more likely to age fast as comparatively with the ones having oily skin. Proper cleaning and regular moisturizing is necessary for healthy skin.

Yogurt & Papaya Facial Cleanser

Its a magic ingredient for those who are suffering from uneven skin tone issue. Its widely used with other ingredients for making different hair masks and face packs. Just like Avocado, Papaya is also considered as a highly nutritional fruit. So whether you eat the fruit or apply it to your skin, you will always be amazed with the results.

How To

Mash the fruit with a fork well so you can get a nice smooth texture. Add a tablespoon yogurt to your mask and mix well. Apply the mixture in circular movements so it could remove the dead layers of your skin and nourish your skin deeply.

Aloe Vera & Honey Facial Cleanser

You would be surprised to know that, both Aloe Vera and honey are best for healing and repairing. Both these ingredients are helpful in treating, dry skin, sunburn, dark patches, uneven skin tone or even mild acne. Aloe Vera can be used alone without any other ingredient as its rich with more than 72 nutrients, 25 minerals, 12 vitamins and 18 different types of amino acids. What else do you need?

I love to apply Aloe Vera, but sometimes it causes irritation. For this, I mix it with my moisturizer and then apply it to my skin. This trick works for me well, my skin gets nourished and moisturized at the same time.

Aloe Vera & Honey Face Mask For Dry Skin

How To

Take a fresh new Aloe Vera leaf. Peel off the skin and scoop the gel out. Add a tablespoon honey to it and mix well. Bongo! Your cleanser is ready. Apply it to your skin and cleanse skin in circular movements.

You can make this cleanser in nice quantity and use it whenever you need. But I would suggest you to use it fresh as the sooner you apply Aloe Vera after separating it from the plant, the better it would be.

Homemade Facial Cleanser For Oily Skin

Raw Milk

Raw milk is used as a cleanser for all skin types. It is the best natural moisturizer and skin whitener. Women have been using it for centuries to enhance their beauty naturally. Milk Bath is the oldest way of moisturizing whole body and the secret behind using this ingredient is it's anti-ageing properties. You can use milk in the variety of ways to cleanse and nourish your skin.

How To

Take half cup of cold raw milk and a cotton ball. Dip the cotton ball in milk and rub it on your face gently. Leave it on your face for 10 minutes and wash it with fresh water.

Gram Flour, Turmeric, Lemon juice and Raw Milk Facial Cleanser

Gram flour absorbs excessive oil from the skin and also extract the dirt from clogged pores. The Turmeric powder is well known for its antiseptic properties, and this is the main reason you will find it in most of face mask recipes. Lemon juice in this mask will act as a skin lightening agent and due to the presence of vitamin C, it gives instant freshness to your skin while milk is a natural moisturizer for all skin types. So this mask is a complete facial treatment that will not only rejuvenate the dead skin but also vitalize your skin beauty.

Gram Flour, Turmeric, Lemon juice and Raw Milk Mask

How To

Take two tablespoons of gram flour, add a pinch of turmeric, squeeze half lemon (fresh and medium size) in it and use milk as needed to make a thick paste.

Apply this mask to your face and neck in circular movements and allow it for 15-20 minutes. Let the mask dry completely. Don't rub your skin harshly, just make your hands wet and tap your skin with fingers. Mask will get soft and moist again like before, and it will be easy for you to wash it off. Use ordinary tap water for washing your face after it.

Homemade Facial Cleanser For Normal/Combined Skin

If your skin gets easily affected by weather changes like in summers, it gets too oily and during the winter season it gets dry, then you are more likely to have a normal/combined skin type. I also have this kind of skin combination and I know the effort it takes to manage it. Whether you are buying a foundation or a moisturizer, its is always difficult to select the texture because you T-zone needs something that is matte to cover the greasy look while your cheeks and rest of the facial part need something that is creamy so it can add a glow to the skin.

I usually keep two kinds of moisturizer for my skin. One is a heavy moisturizer, which I slather on my skin when it gets too dry, and the other one is light one that I regularly use, especially after washing my face.

Tomato Juice

Tomato is a wonderful gift from nature. It is an exquisite source of Vitamin A also known as Retinol, a key element in the anti-ageing products. It slows down the aging process and helps the skin to fight the signs of aging. It is also rich in Vitamin C; that helps in rebuilding the skin layers and stimulates collagen production. Many women use it regularly, as it lightens skin color and removes excessive oil from the skin. It is a complete facial treatment, fulfilling all your basic skin needs.

How to

Take a fresh fully ripped red tomato. Cut it in half and use a fork to pierce it well so it gets more juicy. Rub the tomato on your face gently and wash it with fresh water.

Homemade Facial Cleanser For Sensitive/Acne prone Skin

Acne is caused due to a large number of reasons like hormonal disturbance, disturbed pH level of your skin, clogged pores, cosmetic allergy, stress, depression, unhealthy diet and atmospheric pollution. Best way to get rid off it is have a clean diet and maintain healthy routine. Along with healthy diet you can use this face cleanser to get rid off acne.

Cinnamon Powder and Honey Facial Cleanser

Cinnamon and honey are used together for treating a number of skin conditions like acne, eczema, ring worms and red itchy skin. It not only treats skin conditions but also gives additional benefits to our skin. It increases blood circulation and helps rejuvenation. Regular use will remove acne and will help in resurfacing the scars.

Cinnamon Powder and Honey Mask for Combination skin type

How To

Take one tablespoon honey and add half teaspoon of cinnamon powder to it. Make a thick paste and apply to affected areas. Leave for 5 minutes. Then apply the remaining paste to overall face and again leave it for 5 minutes. Rinse your face with warm water and pat dry with a neat towel.

Homemade Facial Cleanser/Mask For Ageing skin

Aging does not mean that you start getting wrinkles on your face. It is the time when your skin renewal process gets slower. Average women need anti-ageing treatments in their early thirties. It is the time when your skin needs extra attention including daily cleansing, proper moisturizing, night creams and skin tightening masks. Those women, who start pampering their skin in the initial stages never need harsh and expensive skin treatments like chemical peels, Micro Dermabrasion or anti-ageing skin rejuvenation.

Coffee & Honey Facial Cleanser

This is one of my favorite DIY skin treatment, and I use it at least once in a week. I know it sounds weird to use coffee in your skin treatment but believe me, you will be amazed when you wash it off. This mask opens the clogged pores, kills the bacteria (due to the presence of honey), tightens the skin and adds instant glow and fairness to your skin. This combination works best in winters when your skin gets dull and dusky, and your skin badly needs something that can revive your skin and can bring it back to life.

How To

Take a tablespoon of both honey and coffee and mix well. You will get a thick dark colored paste. It looks awful but smells really delicious yum yum !

Apply this paste with your finger tips and massage in circular movements. Leave it for 15-20 minutes or wait till it dries completely. Now tap your skin with wet fingers so it gets soft again. Again massage your skin well and wash it off with fresh water. Pet dry your skin with soft towel and apply a thin coat of your favorite moisturizer.

People across the globe have different skin types and color, but everyone admires Asian skin color. It has been observed that Asian women are getting more complexion conscious, and the main reason behind this behavioral change is the aggressive marketing done by fairness cream companies in Asian regions. Every single time you switch on your Television, you cannot escape the torture of frequently repeating fairness creams ads.

We cannot deny the fact that fair skin always take an edge over darker skin, but making people feel that they cannot look pretty without using these creams is really unethical. Even now they are targeting men as well and it is hysterical when guys talk about their complexion and feel extra concerned about it!

It is good to take care of your skin and complexion, and I appreciate it when people take out time for themselves, but trusting blindly on every product can be very harmful to your skin.

Today, I am sharing my review about the most controversial 'Faiza Beauty Cream'. I am using the word 'Controversial' because I found many positive and negative reviews about this internationally used cream, even people are ordering it internationally on ebay and amazon. I do not have any intentions to harm any product's image, but my priority is to share a fair review with my followers in any case.

Claims Of Faiza Beauty Cream

Faiza Beauty Cream is one of the famous skin whitening cream launched by Poonia Brothers in 1990. It claims to lighten the skin color, treat acne and breakouts, remove dead skin cells and adds an instant glow to your skin. I guess every skin lightening product claims the same, but the question is, "To what extend it proves itself?"

These claims made me curious, and I decided to try out, whether it works or not?

Packaging Of Faiza Beauty Cream

I went to a local drugstore to buy this fairness cream, and I found two different products with the same name but two separate trademarks. I recalled the advertisement that I saw on a private cable network that mentioned their original trademark number, which is '223190'. This was a bit awkward situation because for the first time I had to choose the product comparing some numbers instead of ingredients.

The text code on faiza beauty cream's packaging

The cream is packed in a colorful and overwritten box. I personally don't like too much stuff written on the box. Packing should be neat and clean with the necessary stuff written on it. The box was sealed with a scratchable sticker with a ten digit code for verification via SMS. This was the first thing that made my mind for this product. There are many products on the market and its very hard for us to decide whether its original or not. The idea of verification code is quite interesting.

Ingredients Of Faiza Beauty Cream

Ionized water, Cetyl Alcohol, Vitamin A, Vitamin B, Vitamin E, Vitamin B3, Citric Acid, Methyl Paraben, Propyl Paraben, Zinc Oxide, Natural Wax, Petroleum Jelly, White Oil, Kojic Acid, Natural Colors, Fragrance.

The ingredients mentioned on the packaging had numerous spelling mistakes and in the end I had to Google around to find the actual ingredients.

My Review on Faiza Beauty Cream

You might have come across numerous reviews on internet about Faiza beauty cream but none of them share any kind of experience with this cream in reality. I was amazed to see a guy posting some review on this cream which was nothing but a mere effort to gain traffic on internet and gain some commission through ebay and amazon platforms. Please trust only the ones with a real experience with this kind of beauty products. Let's get back to my review on it, the cream does not mention anywhere on the packaging whether it is a day or night cream. I checked the packaging completely, and the only thing I got to know about this cream was, it was a whitening cream, and that's all! It is the responsibility of all the manufacturers to mention, whether the cream is a day cream or a night cream along with the application procedure.

As there was nothing written on the packing, it was my duty to analyze the cream texture and formula and decide how to use it. Due to the presence of petroleum jelly and natural wax, I found it a bit greasy. So people with dry skin should use it as a day cream, and one with oily skin should use it as a night cream. The cream felt more like a bleaching agent with some fragrance threw into it, just to add some luxury or should I say to hoax folks. So after some research, I decided to do a little experiment on my own with this cream.

I never use any new product directly on my face. Instead, I try it on my neck or hands first and after few satisfactory applications, I go for my facial skin. I guess it is the best way to try skin products, and I recommend this to everyone before trying out any new skin product! I have tested this cream for two weeks on my hands only and could not go further because the cream started to show some harsh effects on my skin. I consulted my dermatologist regarding the skin issue, and I was very shocked when she told me that a large number of women are suffering due to the side-effects of cheap creams like this.

People who do not even know the correct spelling of ingredients are claiming to make a perfect Skin Whitening formula. I suggest, instead of concentrating on metallic holographic packing, they should revise their formula, to save many women who are suffering from ill-effects of such creams. Below is the recapitulation of the overall experience I had with this cream.

Faiza Beauty Cream Side Effects

I have tested this cream for two weeks only, and I do not know about any long term usage side effects, please do not try this experiment on your skin.

The cream claims to lighten skin color, but I did not find any change in the complexion of the testing area on my skin.
There is an absurd feel to this cream; it gives a slight burning sensation on application.
The cream caused temporary redness and swelling on every application.
The cream resulted in over sensitivity on the application area more like a bleach.
The cream dried out my skin, remember I have an oily skin combination.
The texture of skin changed dramatically during the testing period; it was more like wear and tear and the smoothness of skin dropped blatantly.
The cream causes some kind of discoloration effects which in reality is not the change of complexion but the loss in the overall appearance of skin.

Recommendation

For all the ladies who are looking for a skin lightening solutions, please do not waste your money on this type of cheap products. My experiment merely comprised of two weeks, and I finally had to ditch this cream because I could not resist risking my skin after seeing its horrific side effects. I have read on the internet about this cream that it contains some harmful ingredients that can cause skin cancer. One more thing that I would like to share with you that most of the girls take skin discoloration as skin fairness. There is an enormous difference between skin fairness and discoloration. When your skin starts to lose its smoothness and quality it damages the overall texture and results in discoloration. On the other hand, skin fairness is more about the enhanced glow and overall improvement of the texture of your skin. You can use various home remedies to achieve a real skin glow. I will share a post on this topic in upcoming days. Instead of falling victims to creams like this you can try Loreal White Perfect cream that is ten times better than this one and highly recommended from my side.

Final words: Please do not waste your time and money on these creams, a cheap alternative is not always a good idea to get results.

The Price

I bought Faiza beauty cream for Rs. 150 from a local drugstore, you can also buy it online from ebay and Amazon. But I would recommend you to buy L'Oreal White Perfect cream from Amazon at a very good price, a cream that actually works.

Last updated: 5th Jan, 2016

Krylon TV paints sticks have been around for ages. They come in a number of shades suitable for a variety of skin tones and are perhaps some of the most delicate full coverage foundation in the market currently. The tubes are not expensive at all, and even if you are a daily makeup wearer, they will last you about or even more than a year.

Kryolan TV Paint Stick Shades

You can find Krylon TV paints sticks being used for party makeup, photo shoots, and everyday use as well. Although Krylon has over 250 shades online, it is quite hard to match a single shade, and in most cases, you will have to mix two or more shades to get the right colour for your skin.

Even though Krylon has 250 shades online, they mostly only carry about twenty in the store which can make finding your match even harder. The shade I am using is FS 28 that is quite similar to NC-40 shade in Mac foundations.

My Review on Kryolan TV Paint Stick

The Krylon TV paints sticks are medium to full coverage foundation and are pretty long lasting. Due to their watery finish, they may not be suitable for every skin type. However, you must give them a try if you have been looking for a reliable long lasting foundation that won’t break the bank.

The foundation is so full coverage that you only need the tiniest amount for adequate coverage, and it is best, or at least I prefer, to use a beauty blender or makeup sponge instead a makeup brush to avoid streaking. However, if you prefer applying the foundation with a makeup brush make sure to apply it with a flat brush and not a round one. Nevertheless, no matter what brush I use, I am always left with a streaky base or with my pores showing too much and not enough coverage.

With the makeup sponge, the foundation is allowed to sink in much better, and the excess product is lifted off, leaving you with an even layer. Yet the foundation is not a perfect one, for an oily or dry skin. No matter what skin type you have, you will need to powder it to get rid of its watery finish. For oilier skin types, reapplying the powder every few hours is a must, and for drier skin types, you must use a heavy moisturiser underneath.

Another thing that you should consider is using a good makeup remover to clean such heavy foundations. I would recommend using Garnier Micellar Water to remove stubborn makeup to avoid acne breakouts.

Pros

Krylon’s selling point for the paint sticks is really just that they are heavy coverage sticks at an affordable rate. A few other notable pros of the sticks are that for most people, there is no need to use a concealer with it as it is so full coverage, and it is also quite a multipurpose choice. The long-lasting power of this foundation stick is one of its best qualities. Another good thing about this foundation is that it does not oxidise at all. You might need a few retouches, but this thing does not make you look darker or orange at all.

Cons

It can get a little cakey, especially with the reapplications of the powder and its thickness may cause you to breakout. Krylon has been a brand I love for a long time, but these sticks are ones I will reach out for next time only if I need something with such a full coverage. Finding the colour match is one of the biggest issues with these foundation sticks you might need to mix up a few shades to get the desired results.

What Else?

For all my full face of makeup girls out there, this is definitely something you should consider, especially if you are on a budget. Also, don’t forget that Krylon has some colour correcting shades in the range as well. The heavy cream foundation can be used for contouring and highlighting as well. Moreover, the colour correcting shades can be used for, well, colour correcting.

I won’t talk too much about the colour correctors in the range, that is a topic for another day, but just to touch on the topic here’s a little information on the colour correctors. The range has a number of red-orange colours (to name a few, 079, 080 and Mandarin) that are best used to cover darker spots under the foundation and it also helps the foundation from not looking grey on your skin. The blues and greens (to name a few, blue 10, 510, and green 42) are great for women with paler skin tones that may have a little too much of redness going on. Their heaviness allows you to cover a good amount with a little bit of product and I would say, the corrector shades are suitable for anyone. Moreover, you can use them for cool Halloween makeup too!

How to Use It without Caking Your Skin?

I would prefer prepping the skin first with a good quality moisturiser first.
Use a very thin layer of primer on your skin first because it is quite heavy coverage foundation. You can also skip the primer if you do not feel like it.
Apply the product on the centre of your cheeks and forehead and use the beautyblender in circular motions to evenly blend it on the skin.
Now, use a lightweight setting powder to set the product.

Krylon TV Paint Sticks Dupes

Now, if you want to try a couple of other foundations that are similar to the paint sticks, here’s your list. I have not been able to find anything exactly like it, but these are pretty similar.

Estee Lauder Double Wear – A massive range of shades, best for oilier skin; however it is a higher end foundation so you may not want to spend so much.

Maybelline Fit Me – A beautiful range of drugstore makeup that suits oily and dry skin, and is at a reasonable price point. Cons for this one are just that it does not have that big of a shade range, and it is not as full coverage, read its complete review here.

Max Factor Paint Stick – Although discontinued, it is the closest you can get to buy the Krylon TV paint stick without actually buying it. You may be able to find a few on Amazon, or if you already have one, well, it is a perfect replacement for Krylon.

Cover FX – A brand with different forms of lovely foundations. They are just like Krylon, but better. The price is a little higher but, definitely worth investing in if you want a flawless base and total control on how your makeup looks.

Recommendation

I only ever see myself using them for a few hours, if I have a party to go to or somewhat of a special event. For me, I would not use this every day, it is just way too thick, and on most days, I prefer keeping it to the natural side. Plus it does not go pretty well with oily or combination skin types so that I would rate Krylon TV Pain Stick 6 out of 10.

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream Review & Swatches

Hello everyone, today I am going to share with you a review with swatches on NYX soft matte lip creams. A friend of mine has just gifted this beautiful set of lip creams set from the US and I am really glad to write my experience with these little beauties. At first, I was like ‘what? A lip cream?’ But then I explored NYX’s official web to check out some info on them’. This is indeed something different at least to me. I have tried only two shades from the set, so some of the images you’re going to see in my review are taken from Serena Verbon’s blog and other bloggers (duly credited).

What NYX Says about Soft Matte Lip Cream

"The excellent range of silky, smooth and soft Matte lip cream offers resilient quality in the variation of shades that sets superbly into a perfect matte finish. Our product line is immaculate, long-lasting, and lightweight with a creamy finish.

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream Ingredients

These little beauties contain the following ingredients:

Isohexadecane, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Dimethicone, Beeswax/Cera Alba/Cire d’Abeille, Glyceryl Behenate/Eicosadioate, Talc, Cyclopentasiloxane, Propylene Carbonate, Silica, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Flavor/Aroma, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Hexyl Cinnamal, Hydroxycitronellal. MAY CONTAIN / PEUT CONTENIR (+/-): Mica, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Yellow 6 Lake (CI 15985), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140), Red 6 (CI 15850), Red 7 (CI 15850), Red 28 Lake (CI 45410).

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream Shades

The NYX soft matte lip cream is available in thirty-four different shades to choose from. The texture of this cream is a bit velvety with a silky sheen to it, but it settles down perfectly into a matte finish. NYX has recently added twelve more astounding shades to this product line.

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cram Packaging

The NYX soft lip cream comes in a fancy packaging with vivid colors that make them look really adorable. But you should always test the cream on your palm first to make sure if the shade is the right one for you. Do not fall for the color of packaging it does not look same on the application. So, Test it first!

My Review on NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream

The NYX soft matte lip cream is more like a mixture of a lip gloss and lipstick. It has a rich, creamy texture, and it comes with an applicator that works nicely and precisely for a perfect application. The best way to wear this lip cream is by applying its first coat horizontally which would leave a bit of streakiness on your lips. The second coat should be applied vertically so there would be no signs of a streaky feel at all. You might feel a slight glossiness on your lips but once the cream settles down it would turn perfectly into a matte finish. One problem with the applicator is that the product gets stuck to the applicator’s sponge and it might result in excessive usage of the product, and your lip cream won’t last more than a few weeks.

This lip cream does not turn into the matte form immediately after application. It generally takes around five to ten minutes to settle down. The shades are highly pigmented so you might not notice a lot of difference in multiple coats, but the best way to wear it is by applying it once horizontally and once vertically to avoid the streaky feel on your lips.

The NYX soft matte lip cream has a sweetish smell to it, but that won’t bother you a lot. The scent usually dissipates within a few minutes, and it is very light too. The lasting power of this lipstick is around three to four hours easily. I have seen numerous reviews claiming that it can last up to six hours that is totally absurd. Once the lip cream achieves complete matte form it stays there perfectly, neither does it budge or smear after drying out. The best part about this lip cream is that the shade almost gives a feel of the natural lip color; a perfect choice for natural makeup lovers. This lip cream works perfectly with well-moisturized lips so do not try to use it on excessively dry lips as it may settle into dry patches and highlight the imperfections.

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream Swatches on Light Skin

I have a light skin tone and I just tried two shades of this lip cream, Morocco & Abu-Dhabi, below are the swatches of a few more shades (pictures taken from Verbon’s blog)

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream complete Swatches

Abu Dhabi Shade

NYX Soft matte liip cream Abu Dhabi swatch

Athens Shade

Ibiza Shade

Morocco Shade

NYX Soft matte liip cream Morocco swatch

Amsterdam Shade

NYX Soft matte liip cream Amsterdam swatch

I have gathered some swatches from other bloggers and websites for you guys so you can easily find if a shade is going to work on your skin tone. Furthermore, I have recently reviewed the famous KVD lipsticks, so don't forget to check Kat Von D liquid lipstick swatches here.

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream Swatches on Medium Skin

If you have medium-ish, tanned, olive skin tone you can find the below swatches and decide if they feel like worth buying.

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream Swatches on tanned or olive Skin

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream Swatches on Medium Skin

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream Swatches on Dark skin

Finding the right shade that looks adorable on a dark skin tone can be sometimes difficult. Another big factor is the undertones that can affect the way your lips would respond to a particular shade. The best way to find out if you have warm or cool undertones is pretty simple just look at your wrist and check if you have green or blue veins. If you find blue veins there, it means you have cool undertone and if the veins are greenish in color that means you have warm undertone. So, if you have dark skin tone and cool undertones then you should go for something bright and reddish, and if you have warm undertones you should go for orange or coral shades. If you have dark, brownish, or Indian skin tone you can check out the below lip cream swatches before buying it from any drugstore.

Pros

It offers a superior matte finish.
The lip cream is lightweight, and the coverage is good too.
The application is quite easy with a handy applicator.
A budget friendly product.
It can easily last up to 4 hours without any signs of deterioration.

Cons

Some ladies do not like highly pigmented shades.
It can highlight imperfections on dry or chapped lips.
The excessive product might get wasted because of the applicator’s sponge.

Recommendation

"NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream is easily the best choice for the natural makeup lovers who are looking for a budget friendly product that lasts longer. I rate this product 8 out 10.

Image source
http://www.beautylab.nl/nyx-soft-matte-lip-creams-review/
http://lovenaheeda.blogspot.com/2013/12/nyx-soft-matte-lip-cream-swatches.html -Medium Skin Swatches
https://www.instagram.com/p/BELk2SnS9cD/ - Dark Skin Swatches

Mac Matte Chili Lipstick Review & Swatches by FS Fashionista

It is said that the girls who can wear red lipstick casually and pull it off are the most dangerous kinds of people; Do I mean Cleopatra! No way.. Well, if you ask girls, they will agree to disagree as the red is the only color that not only appear luscious inside but gives the sense of attraction and invitation if carried outside. Especially when a young woman carries the blood red color on the sexiest asset, she has.

Trust me when I say red lipstick, I am pretty sure that it is not a kiss-proof color. However, if you can walk outdoors with your red lippies, I must say that you can easily get along with sexed-up shades. Hey, wait! Is that really you or I am just smiling with my luscious red lips? ;)

Like I said I love Red lips, but not too glossy, especially when I am hitting the store for a super lustrous lip color. I do fancy for matte lipstick because their texture and shades work wonders for me. I clearly remember the last time when I was zealously finding MAC Chili lipsticks. When I found one, I started finding some reviews that can help me ponder the fantasies I had for mac chilli lipsticks ;) yeah! That is actually me..

However, sadly I found nothing helpful as someone was keeping me away from trying this stuff, so I decided to wear it on my lippies and write a review about this lovable red lipstick.

The texture of Mac Matte Chili lipstick, this red shade has really inspired me

Mac Chili is a non-drying matte lipstick, and it is not exactly the fire engine red, although there are different mac matte lipstick colors available in the market but the Chili Red is the best one I found.
The color that I chose was a blend of brown or burnt orange with pale red. I have also shared the product image that can help you guys compare the exceptional finish and remarkable color of this mac chili product.

Mac Matte Chili Swatches: Comparing Mac Chili lipstick with others

Another thing that I want to add here is the point regarding the dryness of matte finish lipsticks. Since I mostly own a collection of Mac lipsticks with non-drying matte but before using one of Mac products I was surrounded by countless negative reviews stating how dry and flaky these matte lipsticks can look. Though I do like spending or you can say “wasting” money on products that I fancy but still spending a few grand on products that I barely know was more like laying a bet for nothing. However, the day I switched to Mac Chili matte lipstick, I knew I could add full-on glamour on my lippies without agonizing me its dry textures. These Matte lipsticks have non-dry finish with textures that are very much appealing and undeniable to carry for any girl of my age.

Best Part About Mac Matte Chili Lipstick

1. It has a unique and gorgeous shade of red.
2. It is free from any allergic reactions e.g. darkening of lips.
3. You can choose from an endless range of natural colors and subdued shades.
4. The best part is that Mac chili has signature “cocoa-vanilla” flavor.
5. The lipstick is velvety soft and provides full-on opaque coverage.
6. The Mac chili lipsticks serve as a cushion to protect our lips from sun damage.
7. This lipstick has good staying power means it can cover your lips for longer hours, the longer lasting capability has inspired me the most.

Downside of Mac Matte Chili Lipstick

1. It is a bit expensive, but worth spending money for!
2. Some of you may get uncomfortable due to its matte texture but trust me; it is on a non-drying side.
3. Over applying may cause a plastic-like lips texture.
4. It might not stay longer through eating food.
5. Continuous use might cause your lips to dry out, if you want to use it frequently use a lip moisturizer regularly before sleeping at night.

A Very Good Dupe

If you are looking for an alternative to Mac Chili Lipstick that does not break your bank, then you should probably try the NYX Soft Matte Lip cream. The best part about this lip cream is the variety of shades you can chose from and also that goes well with your skin tone. You can view NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream Swatches here if you are looking forward to give it a try.

Conclusion

Mac Chili Lipsticks are although a bit pricey but my experience with these beauties is astonishing. The best part is the matte texture offers you a unique look especially if you are a fan of natural makeup. Chili Lipsticks are different then Mac red lipsticks glossy range and that has inspired me the most, their prominence in the range of bright lipstick line. I rate Mac Chili's 9.6 out of 10 if you are a working women I am pretty sure you are going to love it.

Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid Lipstick Review, Swatches & Dupes

It’s been a while since the Kat Von D everlasting liquid lipsticks came out but they just seem to be getting more and more popular each day. Especially with how much liquid lipsticks are being used nowadays, you can’t expect anything else.

Are The Kat Von D Liquid Lipsticks Worth The Hype?

Liquid lipsticks have been a beauty staple this year, and the Kat Von D liquid lipsticks are of course, one of the popular one on the internet nowadays. So, I decided to try their lipstick range and write my experience with it. I mean, come on, the entire Kat Von D brand is pretty outstanding, to say the least. All her products are high coverage, long lasting and quite comfortable to wear as well. The same goes for the Kat von D liquid lipsticks. Although they may be a little higher in price for some people, I think for most, they are decently priced and in my opinion, a bargain if you look at how brilliant they are.

Honestly, I have no idea how she even comes up with such products, but I am wowed by everything she has put out so far. Of course, there’s a few products here and there that aren’t that great but most of them are. The Kat Von D line has a huge following and that doesn’t come as a surprise to anyone. In general, her colors and shades suit people of all races and foundations come in a huge range too. I bought the Everlasting Love Sick, Double Dare & Noble at a very good bargain from a local online store.Alright, so now on to the Kat Von D liquid lipsticks review.

My Review on Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick

Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid - Love Sick Packaging

Starting from the best point is that they come in good number of colors, so you’ll find something that’ll suit everyone. From pale nudes, to the darker colors, there’s really everything. Of course, there’s some fun colors too. The liquid lipsticks dry down super matte so make sure to scrub and moisturize your lips before putting them on, unless you want to end up with cracked lipsticks…and the dreaded butthole lip. I hate to say it, but that’s what you’re going to get if you don’t prep your lips right before putting any liquid lipstick on, not just these.

Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid - Love Sick Shade

If you haven’t realized it already, this Kat von D liquid lipstick review is going to be a pretty positive one too. I do have some cons about the lipsticks, and some Kat Von D liquid lipstick dupes too, so keep on reading.

Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid - Love Sick

First off, like I said before, the color and formula is amazing. And you get a good amount of product in the tubes too! Especially after everything that’s being sad after the Kylie liquid lipsticks, I want to make sure that when I spend a bit of money on any product, I am getting what I pay for and well, not a liquid lipstick with half the tube empty, and half dried or goopy.

Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid - Love Sick Wand

I can say with all my heart that every single one of the Kat Von D liquid lipsticks that I’ve tried so far have been great. They have a saturated formula, very pigmented, enough that you won’t have to keep layering it on to get a good look at the color. It’ll instantly make your lips pop. Next, they are pretty forgiving! If you aren’t the best at liquid lipsticks, but would like to try some out, although a little pricey for a beginner, these are definitely worth it. Especially if you think you want to really stick to liquid lipsticks, Kat Von D liquid lipsticks are a must buy. And of course, they’re long lasting too. That goes without say, after all, we’re talking about Kat Von D products.

Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid - Love Sick testing

They last about a good 6 hours, and that’s with all the eating and drinking. But before we move on to Kat Von D liquid lipstick swatches, here’s the con. Like with most liquid lipsticks, it does make your lips dry. It dries super matter so it’s important to moisturize your lips and get all the dead skin off beforehand. If you’re someone who has dry lips no matter what you do, you’ll probably have to pass on these. Now, let's take a look at the Kat Von D liquid lipstick swatches. Although I have tried only three shades from the swatches so I had to rely on official website and some other beauty bloggers for swatches too, to complete the list (credited at the bottom of this article).

Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick Swatches

Bow N Arrow - Fawn Nude

Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick Bow N Arrow Shade

Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick Bow N Arrow Swatch

Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick Bow N Arrow Swatch on light, medium, and dark skin

A beautiful brown beige nude, with a very light texture and perfect as a nude for someone with a deep medium color.

Noble - Petal Pink Nude

Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick Noble Swatch on light, medium, and dark skin

A lighter version of the Bow N Arrow, that paler girls can absolutely rock. But it’s just a little too light for me, and makes it look like I have concealer lips on. I don’t like it on me personally, but if you like lighter colors, give it a try. Wear some bronzy eyes with it for the best look!

Love Sick - Mauve Nude

Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick Love Sick Shade

Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick Love Sick Swatch

Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick Love Sick Swatch on light, medium, and dark skin

A favorite of mine. A true pink color that’ll suit literally every color. Summer or winter, you can wear this color anytime!

Double Dare - Cocoa Blush

Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick Double Dare Shade

Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick Double Dare Swatch

Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick Double Dare Swatch on light, medium, and dark skin

Pink-brown-red? It’s a very rosy color that isn’t too red but just the right amount. If you want to wear red but don’t want something super “in your face”, give Double Dare a try.

Damned - Black Cherry

A super dark purple color that you’ll have to be a tiny bit careful with because it does go on slightly patchy. Other than that, a great lip to wear for a sultry look.

Dreamer - Neon Turqoise

Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick Dreamer Swatch

Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick Dreamer Swatch on light, medium, and dark skin

Alright, this one’s just for one and I’d never ever wear it in real life but if you like it, go ahead! I love the color, it’s so much fun and if you ever did see me wear it, it’d probably be at a Halloween concert on something.

Bauhau5 - Deep Raspberry

Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick Bauhau5 Swatch

Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick Bauhau5 Swatch on light, medium, and dark skin

A rich accent color, this dark purple shade is ideal for the date night, when you really want to look the best and different than the usual red shade range.

Berlin - Warm Rose

Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick Berlin Swatch on light, medium, and dark skin

If you want to look natural with little bit pop, then this shade is probably the best one to go for.

Mother - Dusty Mauve Pink

Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick Mother Swatch on light, medium, and dark skin

This dusty shade works best with natural or nude makeup and gives your lips a tiny bit of flush that goes pretty well with a balanced color.

Requiem - Soft Lilac

Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick Requiem Swatch

Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick Requiem Swatch on light, medium, and dark skin

This light shade works best with natural or nude makeup with a balanced look for casual parties or day time.

Kat Von D Liquid Lipstick Dupes

I would personally go for nyx soft matte lip cream if not this one, but if you are looking for some dupes for these beauty you can go for a few brands below!

Urban Decay “Tame”– A dupe for Lolita II and a few dollars cheaper too.

Lime Crime “Raven”– A good dupe for Witches but I prefer the Kat Von D liquid lipstick still. If you can’t get your hands on it and want a similar color, Raven is it.

Milani “Adore”– Half the price, and a replacement for Noble.

Nars “Blindfold”– Not much of a dupe since it’s about ten dollars higher in price than Kat Von D’s XO, but if you can’t find Kat Von D around in your town, Blindfold can easily replace XO.

And of course, there’s a whole lot of Kat Von D liquid lipstick dupes out there, but these are just what I have used and worked the best for me!

If you ask me, I think it’s just better to go for the original product than try to find dupes.

Picture Credits

https://www.katvondbeauty.com/lip/liquid-lipstick/everlasting-liquid-lipstick/40001.html
http://www.fashupstyle.nl/2017/08/kat-von-d-everlasting-liquid-lipstick-lovesick/