5 Summer Must Haves

Living in a country where there are only 2 seasons , with summer time taking 80% of the year. I guess I can say I am becoming an expert in what is mostly needed during these scorching hot days.

1) Blotting paper:

Whether you have oily skin or dry skin, you will need these babies. These come in handy so much especially during the summer.
The body shop actually has blotting paper with powder so it will help you stay matte .
However, I like normal blotting paper.

2) Anti Frizz:

My hair is very frizz prone. I have been testing products for my frizzy hair for so long now.
I'm currently using two products that actually do deliver :

- Pureology Super Smooth Relaxing Serum:
This is amazing for keeping your blowout put until your next shampoo.
It actually tames my wavy and frizz prone hair !
A major plus with this brand is that it uses zero sulfates in their hair products.

- Firzz- Ease Daily Nourishment Leave-in Conditioner:
I love this leave in conditioner because I have dry hair. This actually
conditions my hair and detangles it. It also helps with the frizz.

3) BB cream/ tinted moisturizers :

This tinted moisturizer gives
 such a pretty dewy look.

In very hot weather I tend to avoid foundations because I feel that they actually melt of my face, which is not a flattering look.
BB creams and tinted moisturizers are an awesome substitute because they are lighter, and contain spf.

4) Tints :
I have talked about benefit's tint's so much on this blog because I love them so much !
They are perfect and last all day. I use them on my cheeks and my lips. They have them in 3 colors perfect for spring and summer.

5) Bronzer :
Bronzers are a must have in summer. They give you the perfect sun kissed look if you use the right shade. I prefer to use a bronzer with a bit of shimmer as opposed to a matte one that I use to contour my face in the summer. I also have been using a matte bronzer with benefit's sun beam , which is a bronzed highlighter. During summer I try to seek out a health summer bronzer glow in the summer.

This bronzer from D&G is perfect but
it was a limited edition.

The Hoola bronzer from benefit is perfect for contouring.

I love to add the sun beam as a highlight in the summer
for that summer glow.

Know your personality from your lipsticks ??

I was just browsing pinterest and wanted to share the quick personality test I have found. It's really interesting .

My Lipsticks :

I guess I'm the one who keeps the lipstick closer to it's original shape ^^

What is your personally ?

Faceshop Masks Review

   My "me time" in the weekends is so precious. I always seek out different ways I can pamper myself after a tiring week. I feel if I miss out on this time I will be constantly tired. It is important to give yourself a break from life !

  So I tumbled into the Face Shop earlier this week, and bought me heaps of masks !

I'm not new to the Face Shop, I have been loving their asian beauty products for a long time.. 

  I love the face shop masks ,I usually buy the presoaked sheets. I was surprised that they changed them from cloth sheets into gel sheets. I love that they have changed it, because now they adhere better to my face. Additionally the way they cut it out fit the face perfectly. 

  Also they have come up with the 3D masks that come with a serum that you apply before your masks. This was very interesting. These new masks are nice but I haven't used them enough to judge them. However, I have been using the vitamin masks for a long time now. They have a masks with vitamin E , C , and B. I think these masks are great cause the main problem with dull skin is lack of vitamins. Additionally vitamin C and E are famous for perfecting any skin discoloration and protects the skin from the sun. Immediately after using these masks I can feel my skin tighter and moisturized after every mask I use. 

  However, my favorite mask was the feet mask ! Honesty, this is the only mask where you instantly see the results. Your feet get so soft. Even my mom feel in love with these !

  I swear in this shop you can get a masks for anything and everything! Cause believe it or not they have a mask for you hands and fingernails too !! I have tried these too, I like the hand masks, but I love the fingernail makes! I especially like the ones with the milk, because you have to show your nails some loving after removing your nail polish.  I feel that this mask strengthen your nails and hydrated the cuticles in the same time.
A major plus about these masks is that they are very affordable !! Also if you save your receipts and reach about 70$ spent in the shop you can get a membership card which will allow you to get 10% of any of your future purchases! Also if you come by in the month that your born in you get a gift, which is very cute.

Overall Review :

Vitamin Masks : 8/10
Foot Mask : 9.5/10
Hand Maks: 6/10
Milk Calcium Nail Pack : 7/10

Surviving Finals

I know I may be late with this post , but I had to go through the finals to know what are the essentials.
The finals week I admit was HELL !! I did spend most of my nights studying. So here are some tips to help you go through this difficult difficult time ,,,

Eye cream:
whatever you use as your normal eye cream do not forget to use it, cause this is the time you'll need it the most !!

Bubble Baths :

I know who has the time right ?! but believe me sparing this one hour for your self to fully relax will change up you attitude ! you need this girl !!
I do recommend Lush's bath bombs

Lush Bath Bombs 

Stress Relief Spray:

This is an aroma therapy spray should decrease your stress levels. This is very helpful during the most stressful time of the semester. Just spray some on your bed sheet and sweet dreams !!

Evian Face spray:

Been studying for hours and you need a pick me up, just spray this on your face. Plus it is very good for your skin!!

Dry Shampoo:

Who has the time or energy to wash their hair during such time ?!!!
This is when dry shampoo is a  life saver.

Getting Ready :

 You are going to school but you don't have time but still want too look presentable. Here are some tricks that would help you look more awake and put together:

Put on you dry shampoo and wrap your hair is a high bun. You can use a bow or a hair accessory for extra added cutness.

Vanessa Hudgens sported the messy bun

For the eyes use white or nude eyeliner on your lower lash line. This will brighten up your eyes and face. Finish the eyes by adding heaps of mascara. A volumizing mascara would be better as we aren't lining our eyes.

Add a bold lip color like red, orange or pink. This would make you look more put together and adds color to your dull and tired complexion. Nobody would even notice your dark circles !
If you are not up for adding a lipstick try the lip crayons. I know they are all the rage right now. They are amazing as they add color and are moisturizing.

The final look !!

Products that I have been LOYAL to !!!

Here are products that I have been very loyal too. Why ? Cause I have never found anything that work better yet ,,,,

Body : 

1) Soap and Glory's  "Clean on Me" body wash:

This I believer have help with all my black head blemishes. This is the third year I have been using this body wash and I can say you will never get bored of the heavenly scent it has !!! It doesn't lather as much as the Victoria Secret's body wash or Bath and Body works , but I don't mind.

2) Soap's and Glory's Scrubs:

I actually use three scrubs. I have a daily scrub , a weekly scrub and I scrub that I use to pamper myself with...

My daily scrub that I use is called "The scrub of your Life". It is a vey good scrub, it has a sweet scent to it. It is kind of moisturizing too, and not too rough on the skin.

My weekly scrub is Soap and Glory's Thermal Scrub. This is an amazing product !! You can actually feel it heat up as you are scrubing your body. I use this once a week because I am afraid of it being too harsh on my dry skin.

I use Soap and Glory's "Sugar Crush" every now and then when I want to pamper myself. This scrub has to bee my favorite !! The smell of it will fill your bathroom !!

Face and Makeup : 

1) Clinque's face wash :

I used to use their 3 steps however I have found a better moisturizer and the toner is too harsh on the dry areas. I do love the face wash a. I can't stress how important it is to was your face and use a toner every single day !!

2) Bioderma makeup remover:

This is a great makeup remover that doesn't irritate my eyes and removes makeup really well. It is water based and not harsh on the skin. In fact, it is rather moisturizing ! It's new to my list as I just went to repurchase it . I think it will stay here for a very long time too.

3) Lancome Artliner :

I remember when my favorite eyeliner from Lancome was discontinued 2 years ago and I was so depressed. However, the lady at the counter convinced my to buy the new one and I was hooked ! This thing makes it so easy to draw a thin or thick eyeliner. Also it helped me so much with perfecting my winged liner. I think I am going through my 5th one already !!
I recommend to all you beginners . The felt tip on this thing would make drawing you eyeliner so much easier.

4) Benefit's ChaCha tint:

Ever since it came out I have been using it almost daily. I put it on my lips and cheeks for a nautral color. I do love the other colors but this compliments my tan skin better.

5)Benefit's porefessional:

This is a miracle potion ! I couldn't and still can't believe that something this cool exists !! This is a must for all the girls with larger pores. I got everybody in my family including my mother and my cousins hooked and obsessed with this as much as I am .


6) Bobbi Browns corrector :

This corrector is a miracle worker with my charcoal black dark circles.
However, it may be too heavy for some people, but to me I love it cause it stays on all day.

I Heart Spring Tag

I <3 Spring Tag

"I heart Spring Tag" that was created by MissGlamorazzi on YouTube.

So I thought I would give it a shot too ,, 

1.  What is your favorite spring nail polish?

Ciate – Fun Fair

2.   What is your must-have lip color this spring?

Immodest - Illamasqua

3.    Show us your favorite spring dress!

 Whenever I put on this dress I feel like a Greek Goddess. Its from Mango.

4.   What's your favorite flower?

Gardenias 

5.  Favorite spring scarf/accessory?

Ted Baker Floral Heels

6. What spring trend(s) are you most excited about this year? (Makeup, fashion or both!)

Makeup : Blue\Green eyeliner

Fashion : Floral mixed with strips

7. Favorite spring candle?

Unfortunatly I am not a candle person ,,, 

8.  Favorite body spray/perfume for spring?

Lanvin - Me 

9. What is spring like where you live?

Its everyhthing !! We get cold days , hot days, humid days , sometimes stormy days too.

10. What's your favorite thing about spring?

The flowers ofcourse !

11. Are you a spring cleaner?

      YESSS !! 

     12. Any plans for spring break or an upcoming vacation?

Unfortunately nothing special ,,,

April Favorites

Here is a list of products that I have been using and loving for the last month.


1) Dior Hydra Life Skin Energizer

This product to me is revolutionary. I used to suffer from morning puffiness but not anymore !! Once I put it on , say good bye to all that puffiness ! Also I noticed that my moisturizer works even better with this product put on before hand.


2) Dior Lip Serum :

This product is awesome for all those college girls, or any girl with long working hours. This has been so helpful especially with the weather transition . I tend to get extremely dry when the weather is constantly changing from sun to rain in minutes.
This stick is so moisturizing, and is very pigmented. I have darker lips , and I don't feel like I need a lip pencil or concealer under this.
The color that I have been rocking is 760. This is a nude mauvey color thats not in your face . Its perfect for school or work.







3) Vaseline even tone lotion :

I have started using this because this is not just an amazing lotion but has built in UV protection which is a major plus !! It claims that it even tones the skin especially with darker elbows. I still haven't used it for that long but I will definitely do a review in a months time if it really gave me even toned skin.

4) Sephora Instant Nail Polish Remover :

This is for all those lazy girls ;D
Its really a quick way to remove your nail polish. Just stick your finger in and voila no more nail polish. I can say that I have been changing up my nail polish a lot recently, and it wasn't harsh at all.

However, it will take you more time to remove glittery nail polish.
Don't remove your nail polish in it when you have some gems on your nails cause they'll get stuck in there and feel weird the next time. Also that way you will damage the sponge.
Also obviously you can't use this on your feet .


5) L'oreal Tecni Art Hair Serum:

This is an amazing product that helped with my crazy frizzy hair. It was able tame it , and gave it that healthy shine. Awesome product.





6) Soap and Glory The Scrub of Your Life:

Smells heavenly !! Has the right consistency, and moisturizes too. Its not to harsh but not to soft that you don't feel like its doing anything.







7) YSL gel liner :

This is peeeerfect of SUMMER !! Its so WATERPROOF . This gel liner comes in so much colors . I of course have it in black. I am also considering buying the blue one cause blue is so in right now.

This doesn't budge , easy to use . I am loving it <3<3

8) Bioderma Sensibio h2o makeup remover:

Every beauty guru I know raved about this so I had to try it !! Its amazing. Perfect for all the girls with dry skin cause its water based. It removes makeup really good. However, its not strong enough to remove my YSL liner so I had to go buy a water proof makeup remover.

I love that it comes in a 500 mL bottle. It took me forever to finish it. Also the pump makes it super easy to use.