talking about Skin care ||

I was talking about my skin, my idea about skin care thru the journey of time. Time is passing, a new candle is adding on birthday cake every year. Lemme tell u friends, the most exciting event of my life is my Birthday. Every year,I keep myself busy to make sure, the day is mine and its is a princess day !!! J anyway, recent years I have “achieved” a new title of make up junky! Well, good or bad, but it happen. I always been in love with color, care n makeup. But intentional keep myself much away for the sake of good skin. Now, when age has lots its own beauty, I start to color me up, lol !

This is a pretty simple equation. The more frequently I would use cosmetics, the more my skin would be hurt. So I start to work on my skin care n pick some very wonderful items. Yes, if u check my skin care items, you might find I m a high end freak. Drugstor’s products are not bad. In fact they are pretty good and I keep using brand like clinique, Neutrogena all thru my grown up time. But the fact is, as after surgery impact, my skin turns much sensitive to many ingredients. Mostly, drugstore products does react on my, because of their ingredient. Im still not sure which are the ingredients that cause break outs ,but I will share you once I find it.

One last thing to mention, before I shear my updated skin care routine. Every parson should have a motto or ideology about her skin care, make up or in their life style. It’s very important to have. My ideology for skincare is, “let the skin be clean & bare to breath. Clean skin will keep break outs always”

I design my routine and choice my products keeping this on mind.

Keep reading….  

Talking about skin care...

Hello friends!!

I am not a skin expert, but I have something to say about my skin. Alhamdulillah !! my skin was always been praised for naturally smooth, flawless n clean. My view about skin care was pretty simple, “Proper care with less make up = less damage ”. Since I was teen, I firmly believed that, my age has its own beauty. I don’t need any high tech skin care, only good cleaning. And I did follow accordingly. I clearly remember, from my class 6 till my 2^nd year in college, I had only 3 skin care products. One face wash, one daily scrub and one good moisturizer.

I choose Neutrogena as my skin care brad then. I had many reason to pick her. Though that time Neutrogena was almost an unknown brand in bd. (Yes, I am talking about 1997-98 time period…) I read about her in few foreign magazine n I picked up by. This brand gave me soo many good words to speak about. In short, if you are in your teen, this is a brand I can recommend you without any confusion. Another brand still I prefer for teen is clean n clear. Their formulation is gentle enough for the tender skin of teen ppl. Just make sure you are using original products, not local dupes.

Then comes to my university time, & well, u know what ppl do in varsity time!! Roaming around with extra wings in sun, beach, and dirty polluted air in Dhaka… Gradually I grow up n so do my skin. I brought little addition in my skin care.  I add one good eye make-up cleanser, one toner, and as usual cleanser, scrub and moisturizer. (plz don’t be rude, I used to have only one Kajol and a lip balm as makeup & that was how I believe to be J ). Till then, I didn’t use eye gel or any mask on face. I intentionally keep myself much away from so call “Facial” craze. Coz, I feel dirty about the stuff, parlor ppl use for facial. Please don’t take it personally, till my life, I was always stick to one parlor, Farzana shakil, since they start business in BD. But, never feel satisfactory about their used products. Rather choose my own item to take care of my skin. Yes, I faced few skin problems during this period. My black heads was like phenomenal! & my oiliness was like anything..! Few small bubbles used to play around my chin n forehead as a result of daily air pollution and sun burn. That time I made a mistake. That was, I avoid sunscreen. This was because, I had purchased a sunscreen from Neutrogena. But sorry to say, that was horrible. I have oily skin. And that products made me looks greasy all the way. ( I wish I knew about shiseido or chanel then… :’( )
Naturally, everything has its payback time. this time, it was bad for me !! Yes, life was already going thru much rough time. Beside crossing almost 2 hr daily thru polluted Dhaka city traffic, I was struggling with my career and most imp health issues.. I had to face almost 6 times surgery in 3 years short time!! This surgery and its post medicine affected me much badly. My skin started to be bit rough, little more visible uneven tone and very sadly, sensitive to too many products.  So I made a change & switched my brand from Neutrogena to Clinique. Cleanser, scrub, night cream for eye & face Moisturizer-all was from single mother brand. One thing to share. I didn’t use any make up till then. Yes, I had minimum collections of foundation to shadow palettes. But, even after working in one of the top most corporate house in BD, Alhamdulillah, I always keep my skin bare, even today. Because, ” however high brand I use, my skin has to pay off one day. So batter to avoid”

Now, I have cross a graceful period of time in life, Alhamdulillah. If all mighty Allah wants, me n my skin will grow older, gradually. Since a strong passion for makeup stuffs drive me crazy now a days, I know how much harm I am doing with my skin!!! So i pay more attention to my skin care regime…

To be continued....

HoliDay'14 : Sephora Haul

To catch holiday'14 collections, i was truly year long waiting. My pick yet not completed. But, i think i should share what i have grabbed all ready. After all, they are not for ever and this post might help you to fix up your mind before they sold out !!!

What i have purchased :

 

• "Pin Up Girl Amazonian Clay 12 Hour Blush Palette " From Tarte
• Urban Decay Eye Shadow Palette # Vice-3 
  
• "Ambient lighting Blush Palette" From HourGlass
  
• GlamGlow Sexy Gift Pack.
• "Opaque Rouge Liquid Lipstick "( mini )from Hourglass.
• "Shimmering Skin Perfector " Shade# Moon Light, From Becca
• "Shimmering Skin Perfector" Shade# Opal , From Becca
• "Melted Kisses" from Too faced

                                                              Haul In Brief

 

 "Pin Up Girl Amazonian Clay 12 Hour Blush Palette " : (LE)

5 Brand new blush from Tarte, comes with a Parisian inspired clutch. The cover is simply Gorgeous !!! Tarte blushes are well known for pigment, stay over and flattering feature. Soft and powdery formula really show on cheek.

0.158 oz weighted - Parabens & Phthalates free blushes are:  Breathless (pinky beige), Embraced (plummy rose), Whimsy (light pink), Bashful (rosy peach), Irreplaceable (mauve rose). My first impression is PRETTY PRETTY PRETTY !!!! Well pigmented, long stay and easy melted on cheek! Nothing wrong to spend 42$ for this beauty.

Urban Decay Palette # Vice-3 :

If you have missed VICE 1 or VICE 2 palette and you love color play on eyes, you may try this 60$ valued palette! Each of 20 shades are intensely pigmented, Vibrating, Soft Soft Soft like butter and long stay ! Color pay off is good enough, even you can wear with our primer. 

To me, The most appealing part is, except 2/3 shades, all the shades are SUITABLE for out indian tone. This palette has more matte shade, though rest of the shades are not glittery, just has a pretty sheen. Multi functional pouch and beautiful packaging makes it a lovely holiday gift  !!!

 

 "Ambient lighting Blush Palette" (LE)

Hourglass released this pretty palette with three beautiful Ambient Lightening blushes. Named as Luminous Flush, Incandescent Electra, Mood Exposure, this paraben free palette comes for 58$. Yes, indeed she is expensive.
On apply, these color doesnt show as pigmented as on palette. But, nothing disappointing. Because, These blushes give you a Healthy glowing cheek, seems blushed in naturally pretty !! HourGlass describe it as "Photoluminescent Technology", where The micron-size, color-correcting particles alter the appearance of the skin by manipulating and refracting favorable light.
If you dont like loud shout of blush, confidant with natural look, my DOUBLE THUMPS UP for this palette !!! Personally, i am loving her beauty!!!

"GlamGlow Sexy Gift Pack" (LE) :

I am using glamglow for more then one year, i guess. In one word, i just LOVE it !! I am using SUPERMUD™ Clearing Treatment ( full size) and a travel size of YOUTHMUD™ Tinglexfoliate Treatment. What i find is, to keep my skin clean, glowing and healthy, this mud is phenomenal !! I simply cant think a week with out this mud !

 In general, a full size SUPERMUD™ Clearing Treatment cost 69$ . Spending the same amount in this holiday set, you will get :
-1.7 oz THIRSTYMUD™ Hydrating Treatment
- 0.5 oz SUPERMUD™ Clearing Treatment
- 0.5 oz YOUTHMUD™ Tinglexfoliate Treatment

As winter is just ahead, i choose THIRSTYMUD™ Hydrating Treatment to be my winter mask. 

Yes, i have OILY skin. But in winter, my face struggle with few dry patch problem. What could be a batter offer, when i am spending the same amount of $$ and getting 2 extra loved products as gift !!

If you are looking for a good mask to try, or, you are all ready using this mask and thinking about back up planning, this is the best pick, telling you ! I am so happy to get this pack.

 Rest of the haul i am shearing on my next post, stay tuned !!

Glimpse :

Nordstorm Haul # September'14

I was waiting pretty long time. i dint make any online purchase or big haul, because, every year, ends up with lots new collections and limited editions !! And who doesn't love limited editions.

What i have purchased :

My This haul was al most, not fully limited edition haul.Yet, worth as i have made my long spurge.

   

• Anastasia Beverly Hills 'Maya Mia' Palette (Limited Edition) -29$
• NARS CHEEK PALETTE ($73 Valued) (L E ) -49$
•  Bobbi Brown 'Beige Shimmer' Brick Compact - 44$

# HAUL in Brief :

* "MAYA MIA" Palette by Anastasia Beverly Hills : (LE)
This palette catch my eyes, for her name. Honestly, two word "MAYA MIA" hit my sense first when i check it in instagram. (yes, you can find me @sworna in instagram :) ) I love this beautiful woman Maya mia (@maya_mia_y) for her pretty eye work. Soft smoky brown eye- her statement look make me crazy about this palette. All 10 eye shadows are soft like melt-butter & pigmented like you can wear even with out primer , promise !

* NARS CHEEK PALETTE : (LE)
This palette comes with " laguna ", the legendary bronzer by NARS. Three beautiful blush, Orgasm, Mistinguette, & Goulue also added here. For a classic travel case or simple Go -in -Bag , this palette is just perfect ! With 49$ pay, i am happy for what i get.

* Bobbi Brown  Brick Compact : I call it as Star of the Show !! No wonder, she deserve it with all her glamor and glitz ! 'Beige Shimmer' is not loud, but gives a candlelight glow & well expressive on my nc 20 tone. Less fall out and versatile shade makes it perfect for any corporate party or events where you want to glow unique !!!

Glimpse !!

Final Impression :

• All three products are really pigmented.
• Great formulated.
• Play ful colors.
• And important of all, WORTH every single penny.
  
  Yes, I am happy for all 3 products i have picked in this haul. My RECOMMENDATION for all these three items (if still available) . You would love them, my promise !!!

                                                                 

' Pore -fessional ' by Benefite Cosmetics !!

Pic from net

What is Primer :

In simple, Primer is a portion, which can be cream or lotion formulated, use before apply face make up for a batter finish. In general, Primer used for :

• Oil Control,
• Smother looking skin,
• Hide pores,
• Minimize flaws,
• Set makeup well & hold for long time.

My Try : 

I love to try various brands and hype. I have tried few brands for primer too.
Those are :

• Too faced -
• Benefit Cosmetics (that gal)
• Urban Decay -
• Smash Box -
• Laura Mercier-
• Benefit Cosmetics - Pore-fessional

Pore-fessional Primer By Benefit Cosmetics :

A phenomenal pro balm, released by Benefit cosmetics, still named as one of the BEST primer to minimize appearance of pores since 2010. Oil free &  light weight formula makes this primer hugely popular, around the world.

What company Claim : 

"A professional balm that minimizes the appearance of pores . Quickly minimize the appearance of pores and fine lines and help makeup stay put with this priming phenomenon. The silky and lightweight formula can be worn under makeup to create a smoother-than-smooth canvas or used throughout the day to mattify shine and touch up problem areas. It’s so translucent, no one will know you’re wearing anything!"

Packaging : 

It comes in a soft plastic tube with smaller tube hole on head. A smart looks Urban design makes this primer really appealing. Tube comes with a paper cover.

Price : 

31 US$ for a 22.0 mL / 0.75 US fl. oz. ( in Benefit Web site or in Sephora)

My experience on Pore-fessiona Primer :

 Its been 1 year, i am using this beautiful product from my trusted Benefit Cosmetics. I really do like this primer among others. Because, i have find :

• Pore-fessiona primer is very light weight. 
• Not sticky or oily at all.
• Perfect texture.
• Set on skin easily.
• Make skin looks silky & smoother.
• Cover any large, open pores.
• Hold Make up for long time.
• Best suit for my Oily skin.

From Net

Loved Factors :

• Translucent.
• Super blend-able.
• Develop a softer, smoother look.
• Give a silky yet matte enough texture for on skin.
• Successfully cover large & open pores.
• Suitable for Oily skin.
• Breathable & doesn't feel heavy.
• Set for long times, my experience 6 hr indoor, 4 hr out door with out single touch up.*
• No hard but, a very decent floral scent  .
• It has Pale Beige tone, which is suitable for INDIAN skin tone.
• You can use even over your make up, for a extra smoother finish.
• Small amount, long go.

Unexpected Points :

• Pricy.
• If you have extremely oily skin, you have to concentrate on setting your T-Zone well.

Final Thought : Yes, i love this product. I would defiantly recommend this product as a LOVED ONE.


Stay Beautiful <3

Summer Make up !! Look #3 .

 

 Face :

BB Cream : Dior Nude BB Cream !
Primer : Pore-fessional Primer from Benefit Cosmetics.
Settings Powder : Nars Light Reflection Loose Powder.
Bronzer : Too Face Chocolate Solail
Blush : Pinch O' Peach From MAC.
Highlighter : High Beam by BENEFIT cosmetic.
Lipstick: LoveLorn by MAc

Setting Spray : MAC Fix+

   

EYE & BROW :

            Brow : Anastasia Beverly hills' DEEP BROW POMADE, Shade : Chocolate

            Eye Primer : Urban Decay Anti-Aging Eye Primer.

            E/S : Soft Brown by MAC from Pro-Palette .

                               VERVE from NAKED 2 by Urban Decay.

                               BOTTYCALL from NAKED 2 by Urban Decay.

                               PISTOL from NAKED 2 by Urban Decay.

                               BUSTED from NAKED 2 by Urban Decay.
             Eye Gel : Bobbi Brown Eye Gel, Black

             Mascara : Baby Doll by YLS .

                                                                                    Dress : Zar Zerin

My simple contouring !

 

 This is a IN trend and all most every one like this Too Dramatic make up style. Many of us think, this is a very lengthy process/ like you have to do this , then that n bla bla.. But if you want, you can find your own simple way.  At this post, i will try to show my way of Contour n Highlight . Simple, Easy n Much oky in look :) Also, i have add here pic from my previous post !

# Step one :

   

Choose a Brush, which DOESN'T have too much fluppy or Big Round shape head. A straight line shape brush will give u more dramatic look :)

                                                                  #Step Two :

 

 

        

Then make a Clear Duck face, like you when you are taking breathing sounding "wooooo" ( :P). you will find a clear shadow or wholo right under your cheek bone n jaw line. Mark it with Dark , bold line of Bronzer. Dont be shy girl, all will melt beautifully once you finished up. i tried to show u the points i apply bronzer to contour with deep brown mark.

 

                                                                # Step Three :

Move your brush, Shrtaight up words, in every stock. NEVER pull it down. else End of make up, it will make Messy blender :( any way, please be sure to reapply, softly each time, as much required. Mark your Cheek bone holo, Forehead, Temp and nose side *if you need, slight.

# Step Four :

 

Bight up time !!! Chose concealer or highlighter 1 or 2 shade lighter then your own tone. Mark all area, then use your Finger tips or a wet Beauty sponge to blend it VERY GENTLY. later set with any translucent powder. i use NARS Pressed powder, shade# Flesh.

#  Step Five :

     

 Pat few Blush Brush's tap on my apple !! later, I put liquide highlighter. Its High Beam from Benefit Cosmetics. I make a "dot dot dot" mark towards up of my cheek line. then simply blend with help of ring finger tip. Dear Girls, its done :) now see the result in following pics... Stay beautiful <3

# Few of my pics where i use simple contouring in narrated way .. Stay Beautiful <3