Styling Denim Shirt in Three Easy ways!

Hi Fam!

How are you doing?

It's been a long time that I've put up a blog-post.So,here I am to share my styling tips with the Universe. :) #styledbyglamnglaze

Today I am gonna let you know how to style a simple denim shirt in three different ways...so let's get started.

First Look:(From left side,first pic in the collage):

Striped clothing piece is one of my personal favorites.For the first look,I chose black and white striped tee,jet black jeggings and wore a blue denim shirt.Left it unbuttoned.Wore a pair of sunglasses -white-framed to sync up the whole look.Completed the look with white Adidas sneakers!

Second Look (Denim on Denim - Middle pic in the collage):

I chose to pair my denim shirt with denim shorts.Tied the shirt's loose ends as a knot for a smarter-look.Accessorized the look by adding hoop earrings,tan colored belt,bag and finished off the look by wearing plain white sneakers #sneakerlover :D

This look is my favourite.

Third Look (Last pic in the collage):

Here I chose to wear black spaghetti top with ripped denim skirt.Denim shirt as a cover-up.Accesorized the look by adding Black-framed sunglasses,black coloured ankle boots.Finished off the look with a white backpack.

Belt,sunglasses and boots matched.So,entire outfit looked cohesive in my opinion.

Which look did you like the most? Do lemme know in the comment-section below.

That's it for today.I will definitely see you super duper soon with another interesting blog-post...adios!!!

Take care my lovely fam. :)

Review : Essence Matt Matt Matt Lipstick, Shade# 04, Pink Up Your Life

Hi Beauties!

Hope you are having a great day!

Today, I am gonna share my thoughts on the Matt Matt Matt lipstick in the shade# 04, Pink Up Your Life by Essence cosmetics.There are ten shades available in the Matt Matt Matt lipstick collection.

So lets' get started!
                 

In Pic : Shown the Matt Matt Matt lipstick-packaging

About Essence:
Essence Cosmetics is a Europian makeup brand and is very popular across the Globe.
The products are really affordable and are of high-quality.Essence products are cruelty free.
Essence has become one of my favourite drugstore brands.I love almost all the products from Essence.All the products are so affordable and of good quality.

Product Description:
Matt matters! the light, creamy texture of the new lipstick range unites a high colour-dispersion with a matt finish.

Price: AED 13

Quantity: 0.13 OZ / 3.8 g

Shelf-life: 12 months

Ingredients:
ISONONYL ISONONANOATE, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, RICINUS COMMUNIS (CASTOR) SEED OIL, OZOKERITE, CERA MICROCRISTALLINA (MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX), VP/HEXADECENE COPOLYMER, NEOPENTYL GLYCOL DICAPRYLATE/DICAPRATE, ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE, EUPHORBIA CERIFERA (CANDELILLA) WAX, COPERNICIA CERIFERA (CARNAUBA) WAX, OCTYLDODECANOL, OCTYLDODECYL STEARATE, ISOPROPYL PALMITATE, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, BHT, PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), HEXYL CINNAMAL, LINALOOL, CI 15850 (RED 6 LAKE), CI 15850 (RED 7 LAKE), CI 45410 (RED 27 LAKE), CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE).

My Experience:
                                         

In Pic : Shown the actual lipstick

Shade:
04,Pink Up Your Life is a very pretty pink-raspberry shade that will surely suit all the skin tones!Perfect for daily-use. It's very suttle and gives a flush of colour on the lips.It stains the lips and still looks beautiful.
     
Swatch:
                 

In Pic : Swatch of the lipstick

Packaging:
Very attractive packaging.Colour-coded packaging. The pull-up cap is made up of plastic.Ir's ciolour matches the exact lipstick shade perfectly.Shade number is mentioned on the colour-coded sticker on the bottom of the lipstick case.Also,important information like product quantity,shelf-life etc are mentioned on the packaging.Sturdy & travel friendly packaging. Didn't experience any loose-cap /product mess-up issues.
                                         

In Pic : Shown bottom of the lipstick-case

                                       
Formula & Texture:

• Creamy formula with matte-finish
• Can say that this lipstick has a velvet matte finish that later on settles to a complete powder matte finish(as the time passes)
• Soft to touch and very pigmented!

Effective / Worth?
Yes, definitely.

• Affordably priced.For the price being paid we are getting a lot of product.Great quality I must say.
• Very pigmented.One to two swipes are enough to cover-up any lip-pigmentation
• Comfortable matte lipstick
• Doesn't tug on the lips.Glides on very smoothly
• Very creamy and lightweight formula
• The bullet hugs the lips perfectly and we don't really need a lip liner
• Great for daily-use.Perfect rosy pink shade that can be used on a daily-basis
• Easily available across the country

Con:
Enhances dry patches and fine lines a lot.Exfoliate your lips before applying this lipstick.I would highly suggest applying a lip balm prior to using this lipstick else your lips might feel very dry and flaky(approximately after two hours of application).

Will I re-purchase?
Yes

Overall, I would like to say that you should definitely give this lipstick a try.I am planning to check out other shades from the Matt Matt Matt lipstick collection.Very reasonably priced lipsticks.Must try!

Rating : 4/5

Availability:

In UAE, V-Perfumes store www.souq.com
In India, www.nykaa.com

Check out the product here:
https://www.essence.eu/en/trend-editions/tribal-summer/e/product/matt-matt-matt-lipstick-04-1/

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Review : Essence Volume Stylist 18hr Curl & Hold Mascara

Hi Beauties,

To start with , firstly I would like to let you know that Essence cosmetics has got nice mascaras.My all time favorite is the Lash Prince Volume mascara.And that's why I thought of checking out the Volume Stylist 18hr Curl & Hold Mascara.mascara the moment I saw the packaging!Today, I am going to review the same for you all. :)

So, let's get started...shall we?

About Essence Cosmetics:
Essence Cosmetics is a Europian makeup brand and is very popular across the Globe.
The products are really affordable and are of high-quality.Essence products are cruelty free.
Essence has become one of my favourite drugstore brands.I love almost all the products from Essence.All the products are so affordable and of good quality.
                                 

Product Information:

The creamy black texture with micro styling waxes provides the lashes with long-lasting volume and incredible curl.Mascara for perfectly styled lashes with micro styling waxes for voluminous and curved lashes. Up to 18 hr hold.

Price: AED 13

Quantity: 12 ml / 0.40 fl oz

Shelf-life: 6 months

Ingredients:

AQUA (WATER), CERA ALBA (BEESWAX), PARAFFIN, GLYCERYL STEARATE, STYRENE/ACRYLATES/AMMONIUM METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER, ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) CERA, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, PALMITIC ACID, ACACIA SENEGAL GUM , POLYBUTENE, COPERNICIA CERIFERA (CARNAUBA) WAX, AMINOMETHYL PROPANOL, STEARIC ACID, PHENOXYETHANOL, VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER, TOCOPHEROL, DIMETHICONE, POLYESTER-4, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, SODIUM LAURETH-12 SULFATE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, TETRASODIUM EDTA, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE, CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES)

My Experience:

Packaging:
As I mentioned earlier in the Introduction part, the packaging of the mascara attracted me a lot!
So,the nude pink coloured satin tube with a black twist open cap looks so gorgeous.
The details like quantity, shelf-life are mentioned on the packaging. The weight of the tube is very light.Travel-friendly packaging. The lid closes tightly enough to avoid product spillage.Love the girlie packaging.
                                         

In Pic : The applicator wand of the mascara.Cleanly separated fringes

Formula & Texture:
The formula is moussy, but, towards the drier version.It dries quickly.The texture is creamy.The product is very pigmented and dark black in colour. Lightweight formula....must say.

Effective?
Yes.

• The fully loaded paddle brush works nicely on the lashes.It helps in coating the lashes  around inner-corner of the eyes.Easy to coat the lower lashes.
• The mascara curls the lashes too. Holds the curl for a long time. But, then at the end of the day the effect was gone!
• Very comfortable on eyes. Doesn't feel heavy on the lashes
• Each time we dip the wand into the bottle,enough product comes out and helps in coating the lashes.
• Very affordably priced and easily available.It's a steal.
• Lengthens the lashes in one to two coats and gives the desired volume after three coats!
• Separates the lashes nicely.
• The effect of the mascara stayed around 7-8 hrs (in my case) until I went ahead and removed the product from the lashes.
• Water-resistant mascara , but , not waterproof. Be aware if you are looking strictly for a water proof one.Skip this mascara.
• Flaked ever so little and didn't give raccoon-eye-look.

Con:

• Need to apply at least three coats of the product to get the desired volume.Of course,over coating the lashes with the product will result in clumpy-looking lashes which will not look good.Avoid over application. If you are in a hurry and want this mascara to work in a jiffy.It won't happen.It might lengthen the lashes and might not volumize them quickly. 

• 18hr curl and hold is a big claim. This mascara doesn't stand up to the mark as expected! In case you are looking for a mascara that stays for a very long time on the curled-lashes this mascara might disappoint you.

Will I re-purchase?
Yes, definitely.This mascara is amazing and very affordable. Really good quality mascara...love it.

Overall, I would like to say that this is a nice mascara.I am loving it.It has not disappointed me.It lengthens the lashes beautifully plus volumizes too. Yay.All in all I recommend trying out this mascara.No complains as I have tried various high-end mascaras and faced disappointment! This mascara is quite affordable and works fine. Can be used on a daily basis as it doesn't dramatize the lashes a lot.

Rating : 4/5

Availability:
www.souq.com , V-Perfumes stores in UAE.

Check out the mascara here:
https://www.essence.eu/products/eyes/mascara/e/product/volume-stylist-18h-curl-hold-mascara/

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Review : Super Fine Eyeliner Waterproof

Hi Lovelies!

Hope you are doing great!

Today, I am going to share my thoughts on the Essence Cosmetics Super Fine Eyeliner Waterproof(black).

So, let's get started!

About Essence:
Essence Cosmetics is a Europian makeup brand and is very popular across the Globe.
The products are really affordable and are of high-quality.Essence products are cruelty free.
Essence has become one of my favourite drugstore brands.I love almost all the products from Essence.All the products are so affordable and of good quality.

One of the leading cosmetics brand from Europe, Essence inspires you to express who you are with style, confidence and fun. You can try various fabulous looks with a huge range of breakthrough Essence beauty products which follow season's hottest colors and formulas and suit all skin types. All Essence products are made of highest quality standards, are super affordable and are not animal-tested.
                                    

In Pic : Essence Super fine black eyeliner waterproof

Product Description:
Accurate work. the superfine eyeliner pen is now available in a waterproof version. this precision pen has an extremely slim applicator with a felt tip to create thin as well as broad eyeliner styles. It's longer lasting than ever before thanks to the waterproof texture!

• Essence water-proof eyeliner with fine tip applicator.
• Easy to glide and use.
• Create fine, subtle eyeliner looks as well as extravagant and dramatic styles.

Price : AED 11 / INR 299

Quantity : 0.03 fl oz / 1.0 ml

Shelf-life : 8 months

Ingredients:

AQUA (WATER), AMMONIUM ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, METHYLPROPANEDIOL, ALCOHOL DENAT., ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, LACTOBACILLUS FERMENT, GLYCERIN, PANTHENOL, SIMETHICONE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, PHENYLPROPANOL, PPG-2-DECETH-30, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE, BIOSACCHARIDE GUM-1, DISODIUM EDTA, SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE, PHENOXYETHANOL, CI 77266 (BLACK 2).

My Experience:

Packaging:
The product comes in a sleek black coloured pen-packaging.Looks like a sketch pen.The packaging looks basic and simple.
The fine tip applicator looks amazing and sharp.It's travel friendly and sturdy.The cap closes tightly and secures the pen-tip very well.The details like product-quantity , shelf-life are mentioned on the packaging.I like the packaging.
                                       

In Pic : Shown Fine tip of the black eyeliner

Formula:

• Very lightweight formula. once applied on the eyelids,  doesn't feel heavy at all! 
• Deep dark black coloured eyeliner.Not jet black.
• Matte finish.Not extremely matte though.
• Liquid consistency, but, not runny or anything like that.Perfect formula.

Swatch:

                                

In Pic : Shown the product swatch in day light

  

In Pic : Shown the product swatch in the indoor light

Effective?

• Deep black coloured eyeliner.Very pigmented.
• One swipe is sufficient to use.Maximum two swipes should do.
• Very easy to create-winged eye liner look
• The fine tip applicator helps in drawing thin line nicely.
• Thick line can be drawn easily too,if you like thick eyeliner look.The tip is easy to control while applying the product.
• The eyeliner didn't cause any skin irritation. Read it from the perspective of a girl with sensitive skin
• It stayed on the eyes for an entire day until I removed it using a makeup remover
• Water-proof to a great extent.
• Smudge-proof eyeliner. Yay!
• It didn't crack on the oily lids
• The shelf-life is eight months.That's great in my opinion.
• Makeup-beginner friendly product

Con:
Only con is as the time passes it fades away a tad bit. Or we can say the intensity of the pigmentation gets reduced.

Will I re-purchase?
Yes

Rating : 3.5/5

Overall, I would say that Essence mascaras are my favourite ones.They are very affordable and easily available and work better than many high-end mascaras.I recommend this mascara .Girls must check this out.

Availability:

In UAE, V-Perfumes store and online on www.souq.com
In India, www.nykaa.com

Check out the product here:
https://www.essence.eu/en/products/eyes/eyeliner-kajal/e/product/superfine-eyeliner-pen-waterproof/

http://www.nykaa.com/essence-eyeliner-pen-waterproof.html?ptype=product&id=61686?&root=search&searchterm=essence%20eyeliner&type=product

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Review : The Face Shop's Jeju Aloe,Fresh Soothing Aloe Vera Gel

Hi Beauties!

Hope you are doing well.

Today,I am going to share my thoughts on the The Face Shop's Jeju Aloe,Fresh Soothing Aloe Vera Gel.

About The Face Shop:

Beauty treasure for millions around the globe, Faceshop is a South-Korea based skincare line that provides fabulous goodies for your beauty rituals. Ranging affordable high quality products born from botany, this sensational brand believes on creating products that stem from a lovely concept of 'Science meets Beauty'. In a nutshell, Faceshop is your ultimate dream destination to treat your skin to it's best beautiful.

Product Information:

A moisture-rich soothing gel that contains aloe extract from Jeju Island, the Jeju Aloe Fresh Soothing Gel by Faceshop is your utlimate beauty bet. Enriched with the goodness of Aloe barbadensis, this gel from Jeju Island is made of 99% aloe leaf extract and also contains nine ingredients extracted from natural plants. Known for its medicinal properties, aloe moisturizes and softens the skin. It can also be used as a face mask or for after-sun care. Its formula immediately relieves irritated skin after sun exposure.Here's to superb skin ladies!

"A soothing moisture gel that can be used for moisturizing,calming skin  and as a facial pack and after sun care.Gets applied softly without any stickiness."

• The rich essence of Aloe moisturizes and softens the skin.
• This product is dermatologically tested.
• Created to give you a gorgeous Korean beauty experience.
• Contains aloe vera leave extracts 99% from Jeju Island
• Safety prescription: No paraben, benzophenone, animal oil,mineral oil,artificial coloring
• Contains nine types of herb extracts

How to use the product?

• Softly spread adequate amount on dry areas of face and body.
• Can be used with better freshness when refrigerated.

Price : AED 35 / INR 390

Quantity : 300ml

Shelf-life : 12 months

In Pic : Shown the aloe vera gel(plastic tube packaging)

Ingredients:                                       

In Pic : Shown Ingredients of the aloe vera gel listed on the packaging

My Experience:

Packaging:

Wow! The packaging is really cool.The product comes in a cream-coloured plastic tube packaging.There is a flip open plastic cap(green coloured) attached to the tube.We need to squeeze the tube to take out the product.Very hygienic packaging.All the details like quantity,shelf-life , ingredients etc are mentioned on the tube.The packaging is very sturdy and travel-friendly.But, the tube contains a lot of product due to which you might feel that it is a little heavy to carry along while travelling(in handbag etc). I am ok with the size and weight of the tube.Overall , I am impressed with the packaging.

                

In Pic : Shown flip-open lid of the tube

In Pic : Necessary product-details present on the packaging

Formula & Texture:

The aloe vera gel has got no colour as such.It's a clear gel.It has jelly-like texture.Thin-consistency but, not runny.Very light-weight formula.After applying the gel on the skin , it gives a soothing effect and the skin feels rejuvenated! It doesn't leave any sort of white cast on the skin.

Safety prescription: No paraben, benzophenone, animal oil,mineral oil,artificial coloring. Simply amazing.

                                

In Pic : Shown the actual clear-aloe vera gel

Fragrance:

Yes, the aloe vera gel has got a very natural and refreshing leaf-like(referring to actual aloe-leaf) fragrance that fades away as the time passes.Nothing to worry.Take my word!

Effective?

Yes,totally worth the money.

• The product comes in a gel-form and is non-sticky or greasy.
• The consistency of the product is kind of thin and light weight
• Also the aloe vera gel gets absorbed into the skin in a jiffy. Is'nt that cool?
• Easy to apply on the go.Squeeze out apply ,sit back relax.
• It's a versatile product in my opinion.It can be used as a moisturizer or as a face pack or after sun exposure (sun care) etc.
• Keeps the skin moisturized.Skin feels soft and supple.In short,  it takes care of rough skin nicely.
• It really helps in calming down the skin -irritation / sunburn effect.Hats off!
• Budget-friendly product.So affordable.
• It's suitable for all skin types...seriously true...tried and tested.
• Used on a daily basis,one tube lasted for about a month.

Benefits of using aloe vera gel:

• Apply on your skin.In the long run,it will help in restoring the moisture and will keep the skin healthy
• Use as a hair-mask.It makes the hair stronger and healthier.Also,it nourishes the roots.
• Apply as a sleeping mask and leave it overnight.Get baby soft skin the very next day.
• Apply as a hand moisturizer to keep your hands/feet in good condition...list goes on and on.

Best part of this product is that it's formulated sans Paraben and other harmful chemicals.Yay!!!

Con:

Nothing

Will I re-purchase?

Yes,definitely. It's a wonderful product.Have restocked this product as it's my new found love.

Highly recommend.As you can see I have my new tube ready right here.

                              

          

                                         In Pic : Restocked the Jeju Aloe Fresh Soothing Gel

                                     

Rating : 5/5 

Have you tried this product? Do share your experience.

Check out the product here:

http://www.nykaa.com/the-face-shop-jeju-aloe-fresh-soothing-gel-tube.html

Availability:

In UAE, The Face Shop stores and in India, online www.nykaa.com and in official The Face Shop stores.

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Review : Mario Badescu Facial Spray With Aloe, Herbs & Rosewater

Hi All!

Hope you are doing well.

Today, I am going to share my thoughts on Mario Badescu's aloe ,herbs & rosewater facial spray.This product has been so raved about by many beauty-influencers.I went ahead and purchased it as I ran out of the rose-water spray that I was using.Let's find out together if this product is worth the HYPE. :)

About Mario Badescu:

Mario Badescu is the name that continues to transcend generations and span the entire life-cycle of skin: from powerful acne solutions to potent anti-aging treatments, we customize regimens for every skin type and concern imaginable.Simple, gentle and effective is our philosophy—and for that, we’ve become a touchstone of quality skin care.


Product Information:
Revitalize skin with dewy radiance. Whether spritzed for a hydrating boost or mid-day pick-me-up, our cult-favorite facial spray helps revive dehydrated skin anytime, anywhere. It's a rejuvenating mist infused with herbal and botanical extracts (like Aloe Vera, Gardenia, Rose, Bladderwrack and Thyme) that help soothe and re-energize skin—giving it a healthy, radiant glow.

#MBSKINTIP:
To give your makeup a dewy finish, spritz your favorite brush or sponge before blending in foundation or concealer. Once you're done, mist your face as a final step to add radiance. For an extra refreshing and cooling boost, store the bottle in your refrigerator.

How to use?
Mist onto face, neck, or hair as needed. Use it to infuse more hydration before or after applying moisturizer, as a pick-me-up on the go, or post-makeup application to give skin a dewy finish. If product gets into eyes, rinse well with water.

Price , Quantity: AED 56 / $ 7 for 4.0 oz (118ml) &
$ 12 for 8.0 oz

Shelf-life : 24 months

Ideal For : All skin types
                                           

Ingredients:
Aqua (Water, Eau), Propylene Glycol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Rosa Canina Extract, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Leaf Extract, Fucus Vesiculosus Extract,Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20,Parfum (Fragrance), Phenoxyethanol,Sodium Chloride, Citronellol, Geraniol, CI 17200 (Red 33), CI 42090 (Blue 1)
Source : https://www.mariobadescu.com/product/facial-spray-with-aloe-herbs-and-rosewater#?tab=ingredients

My Experience:

My skin-type : Normal to oily

Packaging:

The product comes in a white coloured(transparent) plastic-bottle.It has a product-dispensing nozzle attached.So hygienic.Once pressed,the nozzle dispenses appropriate(enough) amount of product at a time.We need to spray 2-3 times(as per your liking) to cover an entire face.All the details like product quantity, ingredients,shelf-life,how to use etc are present on the packaging. The packaging is very compact and travel-friendly. Yay! There are different sizes available which is really cool.I love love love the packaging!

                               

Formula & Texture:
The orange-coloured face mist has a very fine texture and it spreads evenly on the skin.Not runny...unless we spray more than the required amount.Love the formula it's really soothing and keeps skin moisturized.

                           

Fragrance:
The product has very nice fragrance.It smells just like a mixture of fresh roses and aloe.Pleasant... smells great!It is not strong and after few minutes the smell fades away.Nothing bothersome.If you have sensitive nose...relax...you will hopefully enjoy this product.

Effective?
Yes,totally effective.

• Firstly,the product spreads evenly and gets absorbed into the skin(face/neck) within two minutes or so.
• When the product sets,it clearly gives out a very glowy skin-effect(dewy) which looks amazing.
• The product feels very-light on the skin.
• It never made the skin look overly greasy or oily...just gave the right amount of the suttle glow.
• Love using it as a moisturizer.Works fine.
• Can be used as a toner and it keeps skin clean...love it.
• Love the ingredients: rosewater and aloe.Really great for skin.Also,this product is paraban-free and the brand is totally cruelty-free how cool is that!!!❤
• Did not break the skin out
• Experienced no allergic reactions
• It's very easy to apply...anytime.Leaves the skin feeling fresh.It can be sprayed easily on the go.It rejuvenates the skin...seriously!
• I won't suggest using this product as a makeup setting spray (as claimed by the brand), because this feels kinda sticky and might spoil your makeup(in my opinion).
• One bottle would last for about two months (max) if used regularly.

Con:
If you spray the product and touch your skin in let's say a minute you will feel the stickiness/greasiness...it takes time to get absorbed into the skin.So, give it some time to get totally absorbed into your skin.

Overall, I would like to say that the Mario Badescu's facial spray is simply amazing and works well. Every time I spray this product on my skin, I feel great and delighted.
It literally awakens and uplifts my mood as it smells great. Highly recommend it.

Rating : 4.5/5

Have you tried this product? Which is your favourite skincare brand. Do share.

Check out the product here:

https://www.glamazle.com/mario-badescu-facial-spray-with-aloe-herbs-and-rosewater.html

https://www.mariobadescu.com/product/facial-spray-with-aloe-herbs-and-rosewater#?tab=learnmore

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Review : Neutrogena Ultra-sheer Dry Touch Sunscreen

Hi Lovelies!

Hope you are doing well!

Skincare is a very important aspect of our lives.Today, I am going to share my thoughts on the Neutrogena's Ultra Sheer Dry Touch sunscreen(Broad Spectrum SPF 55).

What is a sunscreen?
A sunscreen is a skin-care product that helps in keeping all the harmful sun-rays at bay.These rays can severely damage the skin & can cause sunburns,skin-diseases like skin-cancer etc.

UVA Meaning:
UVA stands for Ultra Violet A. These rays penetrate deeper through the epidermis into the lower layers of skin known as the dermis.UVA rays accelerate skin-aging!

UVB Meaning:
UVB stands for Ultra Violet B. These rays penetrate the upper layers of the skin known as the epidermis and cause the skin to burn.

Why do we need sunscreen?
UVB rays are not are strong as UVA rays, but, they are the main cause of sunburns and skin cancers and thus are just as damaging.To properly protect yourself against the sun's harmful rays, you must wear sunscreen or sunblock that contains SPF.

Sunscreens are available in many forms including:

• Gel sunscreen
• Cream sunscreen (Neutrogena's Dry Touch)
• Sunscreen lotions
• Sunscreen wipe
• Spray sunscreen
• Colored sunscreen
• Powder sunscreen

We recommend broad spectrum sunscreen with UVA and UVB protection, a SPF rating of 30 or higher and is gentle enough to wear everyday.  Source : http://www.sun-protection-and-products-guide.com/types-of-sunscreens.html

What is SPF?

SPF stands for Sun Protection Factor.
/* SPFs mainly measure UVB protection.  Individuals applying high-SPF sunscreens may not burn (UVB is the chief cause of sunburn), but without UVA-screening ingredients they can still receive large amounts of skin-damaging radiation. To avoid such a scenario, regulatory bodies in Europe and Australia have adopted UVA testing guidelines and measurement standards, and capped the SPF of sunscreens at 50+.  */

Source : http://www.skincancer.org/skin-cancer-information/ask-the-experts/does-a-higher-spf-sunscreen-always-protect-your-skin-better

About Neutrogena :
Neutrogena the #1 Dermatologist Recommended skincare brand offers a wide range of skin and hair care products. Neutrogena.com is your online destination for great values, special offers, and the latest news on some of the world's most loved beauty and skincare products. © Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc.

Product Information:

The best Neutrogena® Sunscreen with a dermatologist-tested formula that contains Helioplex® Technology. It helps prevent damaging UVA rays from penetrating deep under skin's surface. Dry-Touch technology helps to leave a clean, lightweight, non-shiny finish. Serious sun protection never felt this light on your skin. This product features Helioplex®, a breadth of stabilized sunscreen technologies that delivers superior protection from the sun. To learn more about Helioplex® Technology.

• Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB
• Water resistant (80min)
• Non-comedogenic (won't clog pores)
• Oil-Free
• PABA-free

How to apply?

Apply generously 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply: after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating immediately after towel drying at least every 2 hours.

Source : https://www.neutrogena-me.com/en/product/ultra-sheer-dry-touch-sunscreen-spf-55

Price : AED 30-38 /  INR 549

Quantity : 88 ml  / 3.0 fl oz

Shelf-life : 24 months
                             

                         

                                                           

Ingredients: 

Active ingredients Avobenzone 3%, Homosalate 10%, Octisalate 5%, Octocrylene 2.8%, Oxybenzone 6%. Inactive ingredients behenyl alcohol, BHT, butyloctyl salicylate, caprylyl methicone, diethylhexyl 2,6-naphthalate, dimethicone, disodium EDTA, ethylhexyl stearate, ethylhexylglycerin, ethylparaben, fragrance, glyceryl stearate, iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, methylparaben, PEG-100 stearate, phenoxyethanol, propylparaben, silica, sodium polyacrylate, styrene/acrylates copolymer, trideceth-6, trimethylsiloxysilicate, vp/hexadecene copolymer, water, xanthan gum.

My Experience:

My skin type : Normal to oily

Packaging:
The product comes in a twist-open tube-packaging. It's made up of plastic.The light-sky blue coloured cap looks fabulous.We need to squeeze the tube in order to take out the product.
The light-blue-white coloured tube has all the details such as product -quantity,ingredients,manufacturer's information listed on it.
 The tube doesn't feel heavy or bulky.The packaging is very sturdy and travel-friendly.There are different sizes available in the market which is a big yay! I really like the packaging.


                                 

In Pic : Twist-open tube-cap with a small opening

                                       
Formula & Texture:

• The sunscreen comes in a plastic tube.The white coloured product has a very creamy texture
• Thin consistency , but, not runny as such
• Very lightweight
• Quickly gets absorbed into the skin
• Doesn't cling to the dry patches of the skin
• Doesn't crack-up onto the skin or leave skin feeling breathless

                             

In Pic : Shown texture of the sunscreen

Fragrance:
Smells chemically.Not really pleasant. Not overwhelming though and the fragrance fades away as the time passes.So, nothing to worry!
                                       

In Pic : Shown the consistency of the sunscreen-cream(rubbed on the skin)

Effective?
Yes, very effective.

• Once we apply this cream onto the skin(face),it gives out a matte-look.
• Throughout the day,I never felt like my skin is drying out or looking patchy.
• This product doesn't leave any sort of white cast on the skin(face)...yay!!! :)
• Very lightweight cream.It makes the skin feel comfortable!
• Kinda sweat-proof. Skin stays moisturized  throughout the day...must say...I am impressed!
• Oil free sunscreen.Yes you heard it right!  It did not break me out.So true to it's claim of being non-comedogenic!
• The main aspect of this product is to protect the skin from harmful sunrays etc.In my opinion,this product works and keeps those skin-damaging elements(Broad spectrum UVA , UVB rays) at bay.
• Really helpful in keeping the skin sun-tan-free (upto 70-80% ).Tried & tested.So cool!
• PABA free.PABA stands for para-aminobenzoic acid.This amino acid can cause severe skin-allergies.
• Product-re-application is very easy and not messy.👍
• Acts as a nice makeup-base primer

/*

Oil free skin care means that the products do not contain any oil based ingredients, therefore they will not clog your pores and lead to breakouts. Oil free usually refers to water based products. They are hydrating rather than moisturizing. You will still receive the benefits of hydration but without any greasy feeling to your skin (considering if your skin is oily/acne prone). Source : https://www.realself.com/question/what-should-know-about-skin-care-product-marketing

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Cons:

• It's not really water resistant.For e.g. in case you get into the pool, it starts coming off very easily.
• On an extremely sunny day(or humid weather), we need to apply the product very frequently,like every two-three hours(e.g. field-work /outdoor-shoot scenarios )
• For the quantity being offered, some people might find this sunscreen to be pricey 
• If used daily,one tube would last only for 1.5 months (max)

Overall,I would like to say that I have been using this product for about an year and I feel that this product is really good.I highly recommend it to all as it is suitable for all skin types(have friends with normal,dry skin and they like using this product).

Will I re-purchase?
Yes.The product is very effective.Works fine.I trust Neutrogena.

Rating : 4/5

Have you tried this product? What's you opinion?  Do share.

Notes :  

• Always apply the face-moisturizer first and then top it up with a good sunscreen.
• In order to keep all the harmful sun-rays away, sunscreen should be used daily.Invest in a good sunscreen that suits your skin well! :)
• Do a patch test before applying any product on your skin

Availability:
In UAE,Carrefour stores and other hypermearkets like Fathima.
In India, www.nykaa.com

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Review : Essence Long Lasting Lipsticks

Hi All,

Today I am going to review the long lasting lipsticks by Essence Cosmetics.

About Essence Cosmetics:
Essence Cosmetics is a Europian makeup brand and is very popular across the Globe.
The products are really affordable and are of high-quality.Essence products are cruelty free.

Essence has become one of my favourite drugstore brands.I love almost all the products from Essence.All the products are so affordable and of good quality.I thought of tryinh their lipsticks and here I am to review the lipsticks and let you know if this range is worth a try or not.

Let's begin!

Product-Information:
Longlasting love… you simply have to fall in love with the longlasting lipsticks by essence. the lipsticks provide your lips with intensive color for several hours without drying them out. you’re sure to find whatever you’re looking for – from bright pink to intensive red and chilled-out berry to subtle nude shades. the essence logo on the texture and the matt, black packaging with a ring of color to match the actual color of the lipstick are true eye-catchers! 

Source:https://www.essence.eu

There are twelve shades in this range and I purchased two of them namely 06,Barely There and 12,Blush My Lips
                                             

In Pic : Long Lasting lipsticks by Essence Cosmetics

Price : AED 12 / INR 299

Quantity : 0.13 oz / 3.8 gm

Shelf-life : 24 months

My Experience:
Shades:

• 06,Barely There : It's a perfect nude shade for people with medium-complexion.It's a mix of nude and mauve shades.Yes,shade name is apt,this shade seriously looks like it's barely there on the lips and looks natural too.

• 12,Blush My Lips : It's a bright fuschia pink shade.I love it,looks very nice on the lips and will suit all the skin tones.Very summery-shade. Shade name is perfect as it's a perfect blush-pink coloured lipstick                                  

Swatches:                                               

In Pic : Swatches of the long lasting lipsticks - 

12,Blush My Lips & 06,Barely There

Packaging:

• The packaging is pretty standard.
• The bullet lipstick comes in a black plastic tube with a colour-coded band on the packaging.
• The lid is of black colour as well and it needs to be pulled-off to get the product out
• The coloured band matches the lipstick-shade
• This helps in finding out the shades if we have more than one lipstick from this collection
• The shade name and number are mentioned at the bottom of the lipstick-tube
• Also,details like shade name,number,quantity and shelf-life are mentioned on the body of the lipstick-tube
• The packaging is sturdy and travel-friendly...I like it

   

     In Pic : The details like shade name ,number,quantity 

& shelf-life are mentioned on the packaging

                                      

Formula & Texture:

• Creamy lipsticks
• Descently pigmented , need to swipe twice to get the full colour payoff
• Lipsticks in the long lasting collection don't bleed,flake or feather
• Also,the lipsticks don't settle into the fine lip-lines
• Comfortable to wear
• Keeps lips moisturized
• Doesn't dries out the lips at all.Thanks to the key ingredient : seed oil
• Doesn't crack-up the lips or enhance dry lip-patches(but, please exfoliate your lips before wearing any kind of lipstick)
• Do stain the lips a little bit
• Not smudge-proof
• Water-resistant

         

        In Pic : (L to R) 12,Blush My Lips & 06,Barely There

Fragrance:

• Very strong chemical kind-of fragrance.I am ok with it but,people with very sensitive nose might feel it too strong.
• Of course,as the time passes the scent of the lipstick fades away too

Longevity:

• Lasts for about three hours and fades away evenly.Totally depends from person to person.
• Especially,the shade barely there is a perfect MLBB shade once it wears-off from my lips.
• Reapplication is n ot an issue.Glides on smoothly
• Easy to remove using a good makeup remover

Con:

• Not really long lasting lipsticks
• The strong chemical fragrance might be a put off for some people

Overall,I like these two lipsticks that I purchased because they are very comfortable on lips and pretty affordable.Only downside for people with very sensitive nose is the strong fragrance.Otherwise these lipsticks are good.There is a variety of shades available in this collection.Can be tried once.
I recommend this collection.I love Barely there and have been using it daily! :)

Will I re-purchase?
Yes

Rating: 3/5

Check out the products here:
http://www.nykaa.com/essence-longlasting-lipstick.html?ptype=product&id=61823?&root=search&searchterm=essence&type=product

https://www.essence.eu/ae/products/lips/lipstick/e/product/longlasting-lipstick-06/

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Review : Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Cream For Dry Skin

Hi All,

Today I am going to share with you my experience with Neutrogena's Hydro Boost Gel Cream For Dry Skin.The Hydro Boost range was very recently launched in UAE. Read on to know if this product worked for my extremely dry skin or not!

About Neutrogena:

Neutrogena the #1 Dermatologist Recommended skincare brand offers a wide range of skin and hair care products. Neutrogena.com is your online destination for great values, special offers, and the latest news on some of the world's most loved beauty and skincare products. © Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc.

Product Information:
Hydro Boost Water Gel instantly quenches dry skin and keeps it looking smooth, supple and hydrated day after day. The unique water gel formula absorbs quickly, like a gel, but has the long-lasting, intense moisturizing power of a cream. It boosts skin's hydration level and locks it in all day. 

Naturally found in the skin, hydrating hyaluronic acid acts as a sponge for dry skin cells, moisturizing with up to 1,000 times its weight in water, resulting in more supple and smooth skin. 

• Oil-free
• Non-comedogenic
• Purified Hyaluronic acid
• Wearable under makeup

How to apply?Apply evenly to face and neck after cleansing

Source: http://www.neutrogena.com/product/hydro+boost+water+gel.do?icid=homepage|home|kickers|product#sthash.TcXvFPpW.dpuf                                    

      

                                                   In Pic : Outer packaging of the Hydro 

Boost water gel cream

                                   

In Pic : The Hydro 

Boost water gel cream

 Price : AED 26-38 / $18.99

Quantity : 50ml

Shelf-life : 12months

Ingredients:                                        

water, dimethicone, glycerin, dimeticone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, phenoxyethanol, polyacrylamide, cetearyl olivate, sorbitan olivate, dimethiconol, C13-14 isoparaffin, dimethicone crosspolymer, chlorphenesin, carbomer, laureth-7, sodium hyaluronate, ethylhexylglycerin, fragrance, C12-14 pareth-12, sodium hydroxide, blue 1

My Experience:
Packaging:

• The water-gel cream comes in a aqua-blue tub that has white lid.
• The tub has a twist-open lid,compact packaging
• The packaging looks really nice and matches the theme of Hydro Boost range
• Easy to scoop-out the product using clean fingers or spatula
• Sturdy & travel-friendly packaging

Formula & texture:

• The cream has a gel-like consistency
• Transparent-gel cream
• Product is very light-weight
• Oil free formula
• Non-comedogenic i.e. the product will not clog the pores.That's really one of the best features of this product
• Purified Hyaluronic acid: it keeps the skin hydrated

                                               

In Pic : Hydro Boost water gel cream

Fragrance:
The product has no fragrance.

Effective?

• Apply very gently on your face and it will get absorbed into the skin seamlessly
• Less is more.Take a pea-sized amount of the product and apply on your face
• Only if you feel that you need to apply more then take some more product and apply.
• Even if you have extremely dry-skin, be cautious while scooping out and applying the product
• The effect of the product lasted throughout the day and I didn't feel the need to re-apply the product.If we apply a lot,the skin starts looking oily.
• Once applied onto the skin,it doesn't feel heavy at all
• No dryness was experienced
• Also,the cream doesn't leave any cast on the skin
• Most importantly ,it didn't break-out the skin
• Kept the skin hydrated and gave soothing-effect.Thanks to it's key ingredient : Aqua & Glycerin ,synthetic beeswax and hyaluronic acid acts as a sponge for dry skin cells
• Skin feels smooth and soft
• Makes skin healthy.It's been a month that I am using it and I love this product as it does it's job well
• Can be used daily
• Can be used as a makeup-primer as well.very true.

Con:

• No SPF.
• Due to the tub-packaging there are high chances of product-contamination if we use our hands or an unclean spatula.

Overall,Hydro Boost water gel cream for dry skin by Neutrogena is a boon for people with extremely dry skin.I love it and recommend that you check it out and try if you have dry skin,

Will I re-purchase?
Yes.The product is very effective and affordable at the same time.It's a steal at the price it's being offered.I trust Neutrogena.

Availability:
In UAE,Carrefour stores and other hypermearkets like Fathema.

http://www.neutrogena.com/product/hydro+boost+water+gel.do?icid=homepage|home|kickers|product


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