What New: Origins, M.A.C

Hey Guys!

I recently picked up a couple of things from M.A.C and Origins,
I feel so bad because this has been seating in my draft for almost 1wk 

I recently got finished with my Fix+ and I wanted to repurchase but to be honest I didn't see much of what the fix+ did (for me!) it might work well with other people.. but for me.. I just got sick of it really quickly, which is why it toke me so long to get through with the One bottle I had (purchased over 1yr ago!)

 I figured I could try something different, so I picked up the Charged Water Hydrating Mist;

The suggested instruction says to spay six inches from face (eyes closed obviously!) and it can be used at any time as many times as needed. Honestly I just think its pretty much the same as Fix+. 

I mostly use this on days when I have no make up on, I cleanse my Face then spray this on before I moisturise, because it does tend to get a little sticky, so my moisturiser helps diffuse it a tad bit.

So far I like this product, and I seem to be reaching for it everyday since I got it. Its definitely something worth having, not necessary!! but worth having, especially for those who tend to have dry/tight face half way through the day in the winter times.

Next two products I got are repurchases;

 The Select Moisturecover concealer in NW45.

It comes in a tube with the applicator like a lip gloss, 

It has a paste like consistency, which I really love and it doesn't dry too easy

 which gives you enough time to work with it and it blends like a dream.

I use this under my eye, I apply it with the wand and blend it out using my real techniques pointed foundation brush or just your fingers will do the magic.

The Prep+Prime Lip.
There really isnt much to say about it, it comes in a twist stick,
it looks white but goes on silky smooth and clear just like a lip balm and I just love it.
I tend to reach for it most when I wear matte lipsticks.

M.A.C Mineralize Charged Water: £15.00
M.A.C Select moisturecover: £14.50
M.A.C Prep+prime Lip: £12.00

Next stop was Origins. I picked up the super spot remover and Never a dull moment cleanser

 I initially went to the Origins Stand at Debenhams just to get the spot remover gel but they were out,(sad) so I just had to order them online at www.origins.co.uk.

Both products are gel based.

The Spot remover comes in only 10ml bottle, for some reason I just don't know why I was expecting it to be alot bigger (giggles). But am guessing that bottle should last at least 1month as you only need to dab a drop on with the tip of your fingers on your dark spots, not rub it all over you face (well unless you face is fully covered in spots, then you need to stack up).

Pros: Its easy to use, and when i say easy to use i meas its just like 1,2,3... put a little on your finger, dab it on the problem spots and voilà. You do not need any special tool or specific motion to apply. Just dab! 

It goes on clear just like the colour of the gel itself and absorbs really fast, like in seconds.

Cons: The product doesn't have the greatest smell, it smells like tree extract and lingers quiet a while;

After drying  I get the sense that my skin is slightly tight (like when you have a face mask on), its nothing excessive and if you are going to be wearing you make-up right away you really wont feel it.

The next is the cleanser, I didnt have the intention of getting this, but since I was ordering online, I figured I'd just add one more product to the basket.It comes in 150 ml (only size as with most cleansers) This doesnt have such a bad smell, it has a sweet smell with the extract undertone to it ( if you get what i mean by that).

A little bit of this product goes along way, which is good ( a pro) and it lathers up pretty good as long as your face is damp before putting it on. Its a very thick gel so you'd want to massage it in properly.   

This is not a review as i just started using this products, these are just initial observations.  

Never a dull moment cleanser: £17.00

Super Spot remover gel: £13.00

Hope this was helpful and informative to some one!

If you guys have tried or are planning to try any of these product please let me know how you fair with them.

Any Questions? Please leave them in the comment below

Mjay xxxo!!

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Face of the day

Happy Sunday People!!!
 I recently posted my foundation routine but didn't put up pictures with it (silly me). Although there are a few changes like my highlight and setting powder... the technique is pretty much the same ;)
so here it goes! (excuse the background objects)

 

Face:

LANCOME Teint Idole Ultra Foundation (shade 14)

M.A.C studio select cover-up for my under eyes (NW45) 

LANCOME brow pencil (030 BRUN)

M.A.C Studio Finish for my brow highlight (NW45)

Ben Nye Banana powder to set my under-eye concealer

Ben Nye Chestnut Powder all over my face

Ben Nye Ebony powder to contour

SLEEK blush in Flamingo on my cheeks

I never really need to use concealer once my foundation is on, because it covers pretty much all spots and blemishes, that is why it is advised to use a foundation first before considering going over with concealer.

Eyes:

L'OREAL super liner perfect slim (intense black)

MAYBELLINE great lash (blackest black)

(I don't where eye shadow on a daily base)

Lips:

NYX lip liner pencil in EARTH TONE (outline)

RIMMEL lip liner pencil in SPICE (fill in my lips)

NYX Mega shine lip gloss in TEA ROSE (all over lip)

Any Questions? Please leave them in the comment below.

Stay Blessed!

Mjay xxxo!!

What's New: Sleek, Ben Nye

                Hey guys,
So this is my first "what's new" post! not like I dont get new stuffs every once in a while, but I get lazy, and just cant be asked! :(
But here i am now, with my very first and hopefully more to come..
I purchased all of these least week.

  I did purchase these online from pakcosmetics.com, because I needed to justify paying £8.00 for next day delivery on some others things i wanted. I have seen youtube MUA beautybyjj, lizlizlive and some others rave about these lipsticks but I just have never gotten around to picking one up, I kinnda just always stick to MAC, Revlon and sometimes Rimmel.

I picked three lipsticks, VAMP 786, a matte wine colour lipstick; 

LIQUEUR 775, a beige ish colour ;

MYSTIC 783, a fushia colour

I gotta admit i love the colour payout of these lipsticks, they are very pigmented and they go on smoothly. 

so far I have only worn Vamp and Liqueur and i am loving them.

Price: £4.99

check out swatches below 

I also bought two blushes also from sleek, I already picked one of these up before but it broke during my last visit home, so I tot i'd pick it up again!

these are also from pakcosmetics.com by the way

flamingo and coral:

flamingo is a pink blush with slight gold reflexes in it (doesn't really come up on the picture)  its goes on quiet bright, so very light hand is needed with this blush, i dont want to come out looking like a black harajuku doll. 

Coral is a brown/gold blush, as u can see in the swash it basically comes out looking gold. Love the this blush on my skin, it give me sort of an highlight glow.

I have always loved sleek blushes, anyone who has any one knows how pigmented these blushes are, a little goes a long way and i love that in my blushes and you get 8g of product compared to MAC's 6g.

i use my real techniques blush brush to apply them. 

Price: £4.49

Finally got my hands on the Ben Nye translucent face powders.

picked up three shades: the infamous BANANA powder, CHESTNUT and EBONY(the darkest shade)

I ordered these online from makeupeffects.co.uk.

MUA on youtube have been going cray-cray about these powders especially the banana powder and I have been looking for a replacement for the MAC prep and prime translucent powder so i thought i'd give this a try and see how i get on with it. 

so far only used them twice and i'd give them a thumbs up.

I use the banana under my eye to set my under-eye concealer, the chestnut is dead on similar to my face powder so that will give my studio fix a break and I use the ebony as a contour powder as this is too dark for my skin tone. 

I also picked two other shades in TOPAZ and SIENNA but at the moment they seem to be out of stock stock, and aren't getting any sent from Ben Nye manufactures until mid December (sad, i know).   

Prices:

Banana 1.5oz: £5.90

Chestnut 3.0oz: £6.25

Ebony 3.0oz: £6.25

For the amount of product your getting I think these powders are pretty affordable and you dont have to go all out and get three or more like me. you could just stick to one or two.

I hope you find this post helpful and insightful.

Have a lovely weekend.

Any questions? or you want to know how I wear these lipsticks? 

Please leave them in the comment below.

                                           Mjay xxxo! 

My Foundation Routine

                                                                       Hey Guy!!!!
Wow its been 3 months and 2 weeks since my last post (not like anyone is counting) was having way too much fun with the fam during the summer to blog and another academic yr is in progress.. but i will try my best to keep up as best possible....
    Sooo... onto my new post. I thought I'd share my new foundation routine. I changed my foundation over 2 months ago to LANCOME TEINT IDOLE ULTRA 24H (with spf 5). I am in the shade 14.
I initially tried getting it much earlier, but the attendant at the stand matched me to a 15 which was the darkest shade, but wen i used it all over my face and it oxidised it looked too dark on my face and i looked like i literally got BAKED and BURNT! (not the best look) and the 14 was too light for my face... but with a new skin care routine my skin colour got alot better and slightly lighter and now the 14 is a much better fit.. but not perfect of course.(enough rambling, let's get to it).

Step 1: I use the MAC Prep+Prime Skin visage all over my face with a cotton pad;

Step 2: I use 2 pumps of my foundation mixed with 2-3 drops of my lustre drop all over my face and neck, working my way from my nose area to my hairline;
 For a dewy/more natural look I use a wet beauty blender sponge
 For a more matte finish I use a real techniques buffing brush
(at this point i work on my eyebrows and contouring)

Step 3: I set my under eye and my T-Zone with my prep+prime powder and the rest of my face (lightly) with my studio fix.

Thats pretty much it..

I am totally in love with the LANCOME foundation, its a medium - full coverage.. easily buildable.
It goes on smooth and easy... honestly its the easiest foundation I have had to work with in a long time.

Hope this was helpful to someone...

Any questions? Please leave them in the comment below.

                                                       Mjay xxxo!

Am a REDHEAD!!

So as the title implies, I have gone RED! Not just ombré, but full head RED! (it's much brighter in person than the picture shows btw).

HAIR INFO:
Peruvian body wave 16", 18"x2 (300g)

Whitney Marie UK 12" Peruvian hair lace closure; medium density; 5"x5"; light brown lace colour.

I dyed the hair using Garnier nutrisse ultra color in Fiery Red 6.60
It did take a bit of work, dye and time because I didn't bleach the hair first.

Sooo ppl tell me what you think cos am considering goin back to black.

Mjay xxxo!

M.I.A

Hi Guys!!
 Been M.I.A for way too long without a word... but i give you my wooorrrrd, more post are coming soon.
I just need to get exams out of the way FIRST!! (bloody school!!)
Thanks for understanding...


Mjay xxxo!

SNUB!!!!!

This is just a random post!!!
Do you ever have days when you are just not in the socialising mood, you just want to go about your business. You don't want to talk to anyone.. You just want to keep your thoughts to yourself...
Well welcome to my world.. Because I am having one of those days....
I just feel like there is absolutely nufing to say... and I would rather not have "random" conversations...
GTG... Class bout to start.

How is your day going?

Mjay xxxo!

Face of the day

Hey Guys!

So I thought I'd do my very first FOTD (yay!)

just to say before hand, sorry for the bad quality pics and bad lighting. Using my phone for the pics while am still on the hunt for a proper camera

*any suggestions?? 

Face

Smashbox Photo Finish primer

Revlon Colorstay foundation

MAC studio Fix powder

MAC Fix+  Finishing mist

Eyes

Too faced shadow insurance

W7 Eye Palette (lid)

MAC Embark eyes shadow (crease)

Maybelline Eyestudio Gel Liner

Maybelline Colossal Volume Express mascara

Cheeks

Sleek Blush in Pomegranate

sleek Face contour Kit in Dark

Lips

Maybelline colorsensational Lip pencil in Pleasure me red

MAC lipstick in Ruby Woo

What do you think?

Any question please leave in the comment below.

Mjay xxxo!

The Basic: Powder

Hey Guys!
Powder serves two purposes: it's used to set foundation and to control shine.
if you wear foundation and concealer, it's always a good idea to set it with powder.
To set, lightly press the powder onto your face with a powder puff, or lightly dust on  loose powder.

Types of powder:
The type of powder you use depends on the look you want.




Translucent: 
This is a totally colourless powder and the best thing about this is it can be used on all skin tones and all skin types. it is great for setting concealer under your eye or around your nose. it is also good for setting foundation.


Powder foundation
This is a very common type of powder. This offers full-coverage for an even face while keeping shine under control.
When applied with a wet sponge, it can also be used as a sheer foundation. For you ladies with oily skin, make sure you go for an oil free powder.

Pigmented:
This can be used alone for a fresh clean look or to set foundation for extra coverage and a matte finish (make sure the powder is one shade lighter than your foundation or your skin will look darker)

Illuminating:
These powders usually have light-reflecting properties and a slight simmer.It enhances wherever you apply it to, so if you have a flat nose or round cheeks, it can add dimension by swiping the powder down the bridge of your nose and cheekbones.  it can be used over foundation or alone.

LOOSE Vs PRESSED
Loose is sheer while pressed is more opaque. if you're just looking for a oil control powder, loose powder is best for that purpose (just dust on a bit of loose powder with a fluffy brush)
If you need heavier coverage to even out your skin tone, or to make sure your foundation stays on for long, pat on an oil free pressed powder, and that will get the job done.
In my opinion every lady needs both or at least one of either of the two in her collection.

Brand options: MAC, clinique, NARS, Makeup Forever.... etc
Basically any brand that sells make up will carry one or more of these powder types.


I hope this will be somewhat helpful to you ladies.
Any question please leave in the comment below.


                                                    Mjay xxxo!

The Basics: Concealer

General rule for concealing is to choose a concealer one shade lighter than your natural skin colour. if it's too dark or too light, it'll look unnatural and actually highlight the area your trying to conceal.
Here is how to cover up:

Undereye Circles:
First, make sure you're facing a light source. Covering the undereye circle calls for full coverage, so use a cream concealer or even a foundation stick. Apply from the inner corner or the nose to the outer corner of your eye. Then blend, woman, blend!!

Dark Spots and Patches:
Hyperpigmented skin needs even fuller coverage than undereye circles.
Look for a highly pigmented, dense concealer and with a wedge sponge, apply over dark spots then blend into your foundation.

Pimples:
Use your finger tip or a sponge to lightly apply concealer to the pimple. You would want to dab it on, you should start small to conceal the pimple and spread to blend. You can build up as needed and blend as best possible.

Pointers:
If you wear concealer and foundation, try putting on the foundation first. You may find that it adequately covers the areas you were going to conceal. if you still look uneven, then add concealer and set with powder.

                                  Mjay xxxo!

The Basics: Foundation

For anything in life, we need a foundation. When your building a house, foundation is d most important or else every other thing just comes crashing down... and I know what your thinking...(how cheesy and corny) but its the truth.
Make up is all about foundation. It'll throw everything else off if it's wrong, and if its right you can get away with anything.

What do women want in a foundation? Flawless, Natural-looking coverage. So keep reading to get the right foundation for that flawless look.

Oily or acne-prone skin:
Oil control liquid foundation is a must have: it prevents midday greasiness of the face and leaves you with a clean matte finish

Combination Skin:
Finding the perfect foundation for your skin type can be a bit tricky; its all about balancing a liquid foundation which makes your T-zone matte and hydrates other areas of your face ( which i tell you is pretty close to impossible to get)

Hyperpigmented skin or acne scars:
The best foundation for your skin type is a stick or cream foundation. They perfectly hide discolourations, while blending to a natural-looking creamy finish.

Normal Skin:
I believe you can get away with using any foundation of your choice. But a liquid foundation or even a tinted moisturiser will do just fine. A light hand of liquid foundation will give your skin perfect glow or a tinted moisturiser will provide a natural, ultra-light coverage of barely there makeup with just a hint of tint.

Minor Spots:
 A full-coverage liquid foundation or a cream-to-powder foundation is perfect for this. It is slightly less coverage than a stick, but still great for hiding trouble areas.


Testing your foundation:
1. First, pick out three shades; one that looks just about right, a lighter one and a darker one.

2. Swipe each one on your jawline.

3. The shade that disappears or perfectly matches your skin is the one! :)

You should also compare the shade to your neck, to check if it matches.

There are variety of brands that carry most if not all foundation types; but these are just the common few:
MAC, Revlon, Bobbi Brown, Clinique, Make up forever, Estee Lauder, Nars, Black up(this brand specialises in makeup for women of colour).... and so many more.

I hope all my rambling has been somewhat helpful to you ladies.
Any question please leave in the comment below.


                                                     Mjay xxxo!

Power tools

                                                                 


Using the right make up tools is very essential.
it can make the difference between looking unpolished and looking FABULOUS!!
Here is a list of some of the MUST HAVE brushes for your collection, especially if you are new to makeup and you do not know what to get.

Foundation Brush: when it comes to applying your foundation there are a number of tools that you can use such as your hands (this helps warm up the foundation for a smoother application), a flat top brush, a typical oval shaped flat foundation brush or a stippling brush.

Powder Brush: for powder the best bet is a fluffy, oversized brush used to dust on loose powder or bronzer.

Concealer Brush: a small tapered brush (a smaller version of the flat foundation brush) which can be used to highlight underneath the eyebrow and concealing this stubborn spots on the face.

Blush Brush: A round or large angled brush is best for the application and blending of blush or bronzer.

Sponge: this is my personal fav for the application and blending of foundation. It can be used to dry for a matte finish or wet for a dewier look (but from personal experience wet is better, so wet those sponges ladies!!).

Shadow Brush: A fine, flat brush which can be used to pack colours on beautifully.

Brow brush: a firm, angled brush which helps give definition to the brows and it sweeps colour on effortlessly.

Blending Brush: Ladies I cant stress enough how important this brush is in your collection. It is a domed/ oval shaped brush which can be used to apply and blend intense colours to the crease area (and trust me blending is very important).

Liner Brush: as the name implies, it could range from a stiff-bristled brush to an angled brush which can be used to apply gels or pencils to the lash lines.

Lip Brush: just a tiny brush used to apply lipstick to the lip for great definition and can be doubled as a concealer brush.

There are so many brands out there that sell all these brushes and if your are one not faced by named brands, drug stores like BOOTS and SUPERDRUG carry these brushes.
If you need any help or have questions just leave them in the comments below and i'll try my very best to help.

                                                  Mjay xxxo!

Skin Care (3): Moisturinzing

Hey Guys!!

Here is the third and final Skin care post (yaay! now she can stop rambling).
Ladies, ladies, LADIES!!, rule of thumb: never, ever let your skin get too dry. When we get flaky it can lead to dark spots that take forever to go away. So ladies keep your skin hydrated and happy. (drink lots of water)


Oily skin
Unless you're using acne medication that leaves you flaky, you probably don't need moisturizer. In the acne-meds case, use a gel or serum formula only on the dry areas. Or use a moisturizer containing salicyclic acid or benzoyl peroxide all over.

Dry Skin
if your skin is dry or flaky (or both), go for a cream formula - avoid gels, lotions and serums. Look for ultra-hydrating ingredients like shea or cocoa butter, avocado oil and lanolin. Keep in mind that even dry skin can break out too, so if your acne-prone you can also try an oil-free moisturizer.

Combination Skin
To avoid aggravating both your dry and oily areas, stick to a light skin-balancing lotion or hydrating toner.

Sensitive Skin
Stick to light, oil- and fragrance free formulas containing skin-soothing ingredients like aloe vera, chamomile or vitamin E.

Hyperpigmented Skin
One thing i do not understand is why some women of colour think they don't need SPF!!!!
Firstly you can get skin cancer - not as often as fair-skinned women, BUT IT HAPPENS!
On an aesthetic level, sun overexposure can give you dark spots, freckles, and patches. Prevent this by always wearing an SPF- infused moisturizer. To treat existing spots, at beadtime apply a fade cream containing hydroquinone, retinol, or glycolic acid over the dark area (not all over).

Normal Skin
There's just one magic trick: Try a lightweight tinted moisturizer.

So ladies, i hope my three step ramblings have been great help, and now you know what you have been doing wrong and what you can do better now.


Mjay xxxo!

Skin Care (2): Cleansing

Hi Guys!
Welcome to part two of my skin care tips.
Now ladies, ladies, LADIES... knowing your skin type is just one step in the right care process but the sooner you figure out which cleanser is right for you, the faster you'll have the soft, supple, young-looking skin you want. With the never-ending assortment of cleansers on the market, choosing the right one can be a bit tedious.

Oily
Firstly what you ladies need to know is that oily skin is not dirty skin. Women with oily or acne-prone skin are apt to scrub a little too enthusiastically, using harsh soaps. In doing that they strip the skin of its natural oils which could also lead to breakouts.
What you need is an oil-free gel or foaming cleanser - either of them will remove excess oil and dirt without dehydrating your skin.

Dry Skin
 To avoid that tight, parched feeling you can get after washing your face, use a rich, cream-based cleanser containing emollients like fatty acids or glycerin. After rinsing, pat dry with a soft wash-cloth, and leave your skin slightly damp. If your skin is super-dry and flaky, try a tissue-off cleanser- it leaves a thin layer of moisture on the skin.

Combination 
For this skin type i suggest sticking to cleansers formulated specially for combination skin. These ultra-gentle cleansers will help balance your complexion, perfectly prepping it for your moisturizer.

Sensitive Skin  
Finding the right cleanser for your skin type can be a bit tricky, but not impossible. Go for a thin cleansing lotion that's hypo-allergenic, allergy-tested or fragrance-free. Try the cleanser only on your neck for a few days, if it irritates your skin try something even milder.

Hyperpigmented Skin
The best cleansers for you are those that exfoliate, because they slough off the top layer of the skin, along with dark marks. Avoid cleansers containing manual exfoliators like micro-beads, salts, ground nuts - they can cause irritation, which leads to more dark spots. Instead look for those containing glycolic cid, which do the job gently.

Normal  
The great thing about normal skin is that you don't need to pick a formula that fixes anything. Go for an SPF- infused cream cleanser or a pack of disposable cleansing  cloths for normal skin. Just make sure your cleanser leaves you feeling supple, not tight.

Hope you ladies find all that ramble helpful, watch out for part 3 :)

Mjay xxxo!

Skin Care (1): know your skin

Hi Guys!
So I thought i'd start my beauty blogging with a lil skin care tips.

It's normal for your skin to change through out the year (heck mine does), so if u find your skin care routine changing from time to time, its perfectly NORMAL!
The skin is extremely susceptible to outside factors - the season, whether you live in an arid, humid or highly polluted climate, your diet, whether or not you smoke nd so on.... It can also change with your period or when your stressed. So ladies, dont fret - you'll just need to tweak your regimen a little from time to time.

So on to skin types:

Oily skin
ways to tell if you have it:

- Are you prone to pimples and blackheads?
- Do you have large pores?
- Does your face  look shiny when you wake up, especially your T-zone (area across your fore head down to your nose and chin)
- Does your foundation wear off after a couple of hours?

if your answer is yes to all the above, In a nutshell:
  Your skin tends to overproduce sebum, making it feel and appear oily.
This is a good thing actually, because it mean your skin is always well moisturised. and you'll have fewer wrinkles as you age. BUT on the other hand, you're more prone to breakouts, since sebum has the tendency to mix with dead skin cells in your pores; this clogs them and produce pimple. [sorry guys :( ]


Dry skin
ways to tell if you have it:

- Does your skin feel itchy or tight?
- Do you have rough, flaky, or red patches?
- Did you make it through adolescence with no acne?
- Are you sensitive to the sun, wind and cold?
- Does your complexion look dull?

if your answer is yes to all the above, In a nutshell:
Dryness occurs when your skin doesn't produce enough moisture and sebum.
This can happen if you live in an arid climate, because the dry air saps the skin of its moisture. you can also experience dryness because of the artificial heaters, sun overexposure or chlorine from the swimming pools.
Dryness can make your skin look great - with fine pores and a clear surface - but it can also be uncomfortable and make your skin rough to touch. [ not good if u've got a touchy guy ]

Combination Skin  (my very own department)
ways to tell if you have it:

- Are your cheeks dry, but your T-zone oily or pimple-prone?
- Are you oily or pimple-prone along the perimeter of your face, but dry every place else?
- Do products that help one part of your face hurt another?

if your answer is yes to all of the above, In a nutshell:
Many of us have combination or unbalanced skin, since the T-zone naturally contains more oil glands than the rest of the face. Also, using the wrong products can result in skin that's drier in some places and oilier in other places. Maybe you should stop using toner - harsh astringents can be very dehydrating. Or switch to a light, oil-free moisturizer to prevent breakouts. its all about experimentation [ what a temperamental skin type]


Sensitive skin
ways to tell if you have it:

-Does your skin irritate easily?
- Is your skin often red or blotchy?
-Do you have allergic reactions ( stinging, itching, burning ) to certain beauty products?
- Do you sunburn easily?

In a nutshell:
Any skin type can be diagnosed as sensitive, since it's nothing more than a negative reaction to outside factors, like wind, sun overexposure, allergies to certain products, and overzealous scrubbing. The thing to do is notice how your skin responds to things, and use the gentle products possible.


Hyper-pigmented Skin [another department of mine :( ]
ways to know if you have it:

- Do you have dark spots from bug bites, pimples, or rashes that won't go away?
- Do you freckle easily in the sun?
- Do you have dark moles?

in a nutshell:
This is common among most black, Latina and middle eastern women. Truth be told, it's the bane of our existence. it is the darkening of the skin in patches or all over, and is most often caused when skin has undergone some trauma that causes inflammation (acne, burns, chemical peels, laser treatments, sun overexposure and so on). When the inflammation subsides, the skin is left with a dark mark, sometimes the marks go away on their own, but more often the fading process can take months or even years [just our prerogative]


Normal skin 
ways to tell if you have it:

- Does your skin always feel and look supple, with or without moisturizer?
- Do you have few or no breakouts?
-Can you use almost any product with out irritation?
- is your skin tone even, without and darker or lighter areas?

in a nutshell:  
LUCKY YOU!!!!!

Valentine's day kissable lips

Hey Guys,
So valentines day is coming up in like 13day (not like am counting) and most of u ladies are going to be gettin does lovely bouquet of flowers, those personalised balloons, chocs and all... so i tot i'd share some home-made  remedies for soft, kissable lips and the best part its easy and you already have all the ingredients at home.

1st According to V.Simmons: All you have to do is take a little Vaseline and some sugar, mix them together into a paste. Then you scrub the past onto your lips and brush using a toothbrush (you should use a separate one from your normal toothbrush) and scrub to exfoliate and voila

2nd From me personally: All you need is just a toothbrush (you should use a separate one from your normal toothbrush) and your everyday paste (for that soft smooth finish) and scrub to exfoliate, apply some moisturiser (like M.A.C lip conditioner) or plain old vaseline or some carmex and voila SOFT, BEAUTIFUL and most importantly KISSABLE lips..

Been a long time...

hey ppl, Its been a long time since a poured my heart out... but then there's been nothing really to pour it out to/at. Been between a rock and a hard place and just couldnt get myself to terms... but am getting there progressively. last year was pretty rough wat with me having low self esteem and body image issues.. school not going as expected, ended a toxic relationship, became more of a loner dan usual..... yh lets just say 2011 was just not my year............. BUT!!!! its a nu year baby, brand new confidence, i am loving ME more... and things are looking up (thank GOD). Anyhw... i think this blogging thing is here to stay this time around, rili sucked at it in the past, but now i got aloooooooot to say, but not just right now... gtg... *hugz nd kisses*