BEGINNERS GUIDE FOR M.A.C. SKIN SHADES

Hello Everyone!

Hope you all are doing good! As you people know that I am a makeup junkie. Back in my college days, I was very fond of M.A.C. products. When I started doing makeup, I used to save every penny from my pocket money to buy M.A.C. products because they were costly and I wasn't earning anything by my own. My first purchase from M.A.C. were 2 lipsticks. First being Ruby woo and second being Girl about town. They both are the best seller shades of the M.A.C.

But the real struggle comes in when I wanted to buy a foundation for myself and I was having no idea about my shade. Trust me, it wasn't an easy task for me and I wanted a perfect shade for myself (and who wouldn't want if they are spending around INR 2500 for a foundation).

I wasn't having any knowledge about the shades. What are NW or NC? (I was totally clueless) I had tons of questions going in my mind about NC and NW. I hadn't bought the foundation that day. Rather than buying I had done all the research about NW and NC and reached to a conclusion with some answers. I am not a M.A.C. expert infact I am a M.A.C. beginner myself but I am a Makeup research addict so, I did a whole lot of research on M.A.C. skin shades before buying my first foundation and it will be useful for you people who are just beginners and have no knowledge about the shades.

What are NC and NW basically?

NC stands for Neutral Cool

NW stands for Neutral Warm

These are shading system of M.A.C. for all the foundations and concealers.

Should I go for NW if i have warm undertone (yellow / Golden beige skin) and NC if I have cool undertone (pinkish beige skin)?

No, It is actually opposite. If you have Pinkish beige skin, you should go for NW to neutralise them and NC is meant for warm undertone (yellow/ golden beige skin) to neutralise them.

How do I know if I am a M.A.C. NC or NW?

The easiest way to check that is to check the veins of your forearms if they appear greenish you are likely to have warm undertone and you would need a NC shade. If they appear blueish you are likely to have a cool skin and you would need a NW shade. If you are not able to judge which tone you are having just go to the M.A.C. MUA and ask about their opinion.

If I am using NC in a Foundation, I will go for NC in a concealer also?

It is not necessary. It totally depends upon the darkness of your dark circles and dark spots. 

Example:- If you have reddish dark circles then even having NC in foundation you would have to choose NW in concealer to neutralise the look. A lot of people get confused because they blindly purchase the same shade of concealer as of foundation and then feel like it is not working for them.

Is NC - 30 equal to NW - 30?

No, NC- 30 is very different from NW-30. The colours that form the base of every foundation differ and cannot strictly be compared though you may find approximate match.

and  yes never ever swatch the foundation on your forearm to select the shade for your face. Your face's skin tone is very different from your forearm's skin tone. Better try the foundation on your entire face (take the help of MUA) to know the exact shade .

I hope I am able to help you with your M.A.C. shade guide.

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BENEFITS OF LAVENDER OIL

Hello Everyone!
what's up people? Today I will be telling you about Benefits Of Lavender Oil and will be recommending you one. So let's get started.

 Lavender Oil Lavender Oil is known for its antiseptic and anti fungal properties..

• 🌸 It is used to treat various skin disorders such as acne, wrinkles and other inflammatory conditions.

• 🌸 The smell of lavender essential oil is potent for many types of bugs like mosquitoes, midges & moths. Apply some of the oil to the exposed skin when outside to prevent these irritating bytes.

• 🌸 It induces sleep which has made it a common recommendation for an alternative treatment of insomnia.

• 🌸 It has a calming scent which make it an excellent tonic for the nerves and anxiety.

• 🌸 It is used to cure respiratory disorders including throat infections, flu, cough, asthma, sinus etc.

My recommendation for lavender Oil is this Ryaal's Lavender Oil which is 100% pure without any chemicals. 

Availability: It is available on Amazon and flipkart 

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✔️
Cost:- ₹279 for 15ml

MY MORNING SKIN CARE ROUTINE

Hello Everyone!

I hope you guys are fine. So, today I will be telling you about my morning's skin care routine. Before starting let me tell you guys that I have a very oily and acne prone skin. If i don't take care of my skin properly I'll be getting breakout every single day. So, I have to take proper care of my skin. Even I can't use any harsh chemical products on my skin.

So, starting with my blog on My Morning's Skin care routine. I don't use tons of products on my facc. It is just a mild cleanser, a face wash, a moisturiser and a sunscreen if i am going out.

Products that I use

• Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser 

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I am using this cleanser from last 4 years and it never disappointed me. It is very mild and is suitable for every skin type. It removes all the oil from my skin which my skin gets while sleeping. I even use this product as a make up remover sometimes. This product even removes water proof makeup also.

• Mitti Se Wild Essence Face Wash

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I came across this brand while I was searching for some organic and pure skin care products for my face. Earlier I was using Pond's FaceWash which made by skin so rough and I got some dark patches on the corners of my lips and on chin. But after using this face wash I am so happy. Even my skin now feels so smooth and the dark patches has now been reduced. I seriously recommend this Face wash to all who have acne and blemishes on their skin. Trust me, you will thank me later.

• Patanjali's Saundarya Kesar Chandan Aloevera Gel

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This Aloe vera gel is so good and has Kesar and Chandan in it. I guess this is 6th or 7th tube of this gel. This gel blend easily and get absorbs in the skin very fast. It is non sticky and non greasy which makes this product perfect for moisturising the skin. 

my face after morning skincare routine without any make up

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DIY FACE TONER FOR DRY SKIN { ALL NATURAL INGREDIENTS}

Hello everyone!

How are you all? yesterday i posted a DIY face toner for oily skin (link) which was appreciated by you all. I am so overwhelmed by the responses I got from you guys. Many of you have asked me to make a DIY face toner for Dry skin also. So Today I will be telling you How to make a face toner for dry skin.

Ingredients

1. Rose Water (make sure you use undiluted and pure one)
2. Argan Oil
3. Glycerin
4. A Glass of Filtered Water
5. Empty Spray Bottle
6. Cotton Balls

Benefits of Ingredients used

• Rose water

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1. Rose water helps to maintain skin's pH balance
2. It helps fight acne
3. It helps to heal scars
4. It cools the skin
5. It helps to tone the skin 
6. it hydrates, revitalises and moisturises the skin and make it smooth

• Argan Oil

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1. It moisturise the skin 
2. It gives skin a youthful glow and reduces the visibility of wrinkles
3. It won't clog the pores
4. The antioxidants in Argon Oil are generally beneficial for healing skin which is irritated, cracked, damaged or even burned.
5. It contains Vitamin E and fatty acid which gives skin a natural boost
6. It will hydrate even the driest skin

• Glycerin

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1. It helps retain moisture in the skin and thus nourishes the skin
2. It is 100% natural and gentle on the skin
3. It removes clogged impurities 
4. It helps in lightening skin shade
5. It gives the skin a soft and supple feel
6. It helps in reducing wrinkles

Instructions for making Face Toner

STEP 1:- Take the empty spray bottle and fill it half with rose water.

STEP 2:- Fill the remaining bottle with filtered water

STEP 3:- Add 9-10 drops of Argan oil and 2 tea spoon of glycerin to the bottle

STEP 4:- Shake it well and then apply all over your face.

STEP 5:- Clean your face using Cotton Balls

STEP 6:- Apply Moisturiser

Apply this toner 2 times a day for a glowing and healthy skin. :* :* :* :* :*

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DIY FACE TONER FOR OILY SKIN { ALL NATURAL INGREDIENTS}

Hello Everyone!

Today, before starting writing I want to ask you some questions.

How many of you have oily skin?
How many of you are fed up from the pimples that appears on your skin every other day?
How many of you want to have a spot free, clear and glowing face?

I guess many of you want to have a solution for all these face problems. So today I will be telling you how to make a face toner using natural ingredients which you can use to get rid of all the face problems. And trust me this one is pure and safe for the skin unlike market ones as they contain fragrance, various dyes etc.

Ingredients Required

1. Apple Cedar Vinegar
2. Tea Tree Oil
3. A Glass of Filtered water
4. An Empty Spray Bottle
5. Cotton Balls

Benefits of Apple Cedar Vinegar and Tea Tree Oil

• Apple Cedar Vinegar

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1. It can help reduce age spots
2. It fights acne, pimples and blemishes
3. It balances your skin pH
4. It fights wrinkles
5. It removes toxins from your face

• Tea Tree Oil

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1. It promotes glowing skin
2. It prevents Acne
3. It treats Cuts, Infection and Scars
4. It fights skin cancer
5. Treats Psoriasis (red, itchy, scaly patches) and Eczema ( an itchy inflammation on the skin)

Instructions for making Face Toner

STEP 1:- Take the empty spray bottle and fill it half with Apple Cedar Vinegar.

STEP 2:- Fill the remaining bottle with filtered water

STEP 3:- Add 7-8 drops of Tea Tree Oil to the bottle

STEP 4:- Shake it well and then apply all over your face excluding eyes.

STEP 5:- Clean your face using Cotton Balls

STEP 6:- Apply Moisturiser

Apply this toner 2 times a day for a glowing and healthy skin. :* :* :* :* :*

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REVIEW OF COLORBAR EARTH FRUIT DROP HYDRATING HAND CREAM

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Hope you all are doing fine! Now a days people are so serious about their skin care regime. They buy tons of products for their skin care. But they forget to take care of their hands. All they do is just wash their hands and sometimes (not always) they apply moisturiser. People generally don't know that ageing, fine lines and wrinkles starts with hands only as compared to our neck and face because there is very little fat on the back of our hands. To take care of hands one must do manicure time to time and should apply hand cream every time they wash their hand. So, today I will be reviewing Colorbar Earth Fruit Drop Hydrating Hand Cream.

What the product claims

Put the power of nature to work for your skin with the Colorbar Fruit Drop Hydrating Hand Cream. This is a 100% vegetarian, Ultra –Luxe formula with a velvety soft formulation. Replete with extreme moisture it is formulated with actives from Spain and promises to be a refreshing drink for your hands. Enriched with Vitamins A & C that bring the skin’s complexion back to life, repair environmental damage and creates a natural moisture barrier from daily damage. This unique formula contains 79% natural ingredients derived from refreshing Grapefruit, Apple, Carrot and Kiwi that make for a fresh, dewy, baby soft finish for your hands. Stay safe with this Paraben Free product that is FDA approved. Add to your good Karma as well since this is animal cruelty free.

Packaging

It comes in a silver tube with white flip top cap with ingredient and usage written on the back side of the tube

Ingredients

Kiwi extracts, Grapefruit extracts, Apple extracts, carrot extracts, Wheatgram oil, aqua caprylic/ capric triglyceride, isopropyl myristate,stearic acid,cresmer EW, glyceryl stearate and PEG-100 stearate, paraffin Wax, carnauba wax, cera alba, glycerin propylene glycol, allantoin, benzyl alcohol, salicylic acid, sorbic acid, euxyl 712, glyceryl monostearate

Price

INR 495 for 80 gm

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My take on the product

True to the brand claim this cream has hydrating formula. Just a single drop is enough to provide soft hands. The skin on the back side of my hand feels so smooth and glowing. It makes my cuticles so soft and nourished. the one thing which I like the most about this cream is it doesn't make my hands sticky and greasy. This cream is absorbed in my hands with just a few seconds.

Pros

• it makes my hands so smooth
• cruelty free
• paraben free
• 79% natural ingredients
• improves skin texture
• nourishes deeply
• contains vitamin A and vitamin C
• restore dry skin
• 100% vegetarian
• non sticky and non greasy
• contains fruit extracts (kiwi, apple, grapefruit)

Cons

none 

My ratings : 5/5 :* :* :* :* :*

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REVIEW OF MOND'SUB ANTI WRINKLE AND MOISTURIZING FACIAL MASK

Hello Everyone !

It's been so long that I haven't posted anything on the blog. I was out of the town and was busy in some work. But now I am free and will be giving my all time to the blog. So, Today I'll be reviewing the much hyped Mond'sub Anti wrinkle and moisturizing mask.

PACKAGING

It comes in a decent white and purple packaging with all the description about the product on back side.

INGREDIENT

Water, Glycerin,  Propylene glycol, hyaluronic acid, macromolecule fish collagen, cherry extract, rose oil, seaweed extract, hydroxyethyl cellulose, coenzyme Q10, Ceramide, Arbutin, PEG-40, hydrogenated Castor Oil, Fragrance

AVAILABILITY

It is available on Nykaa and Amazon

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BENEFITS

Formulated with several plant extracted essences, this formula is specially designed for dry skin. This mask can promote skin metabolism, balance skin nutriments and water, replenish skin fully, keep skin smooth and elastic, bring you a youthful and pleasant appearance.



My Take On The Product

• It feels so soothing when i applied this mask after coming home from direct sunlight.
• It is very light on the face
• This sheet mask has no scent to it, so perfect for those who are sensitive for fragrance in skin care
• My skin feels so fresh and moisturised
• Paraben free
• One must give this product a try
• The only thing which i don't like about this product is tiny eyes and mouth hole which made me feel a little uncomfortable as i have big eyes.

MY RATING : 4/5

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