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Review : ELEMIS Japanese Camellia Body Oil Blend

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ELEMIS Japanese Camellia Body Oil Blend

NOURISHING COMBINATION OF BOTANICAL OILS FOR FACE AND BODY.
For many centuries Camellia Oil from Japan has been used for the care of nails, hair, scalp and combination skin. Easily absorbed and rich in plant collagen, Elemis Japanese Camellia Body Oil Blend is ideal for helping to prevent stretch marks whilst pregnant and improving skin elasticity and condition over the whole body.
This is the finest grade oil for Aromatherapy. Used in the Elemis Nurturing Mother-To-Be pregnancy massage, this light oil is easily absorbed and rich in plant collagen to keep the skin moisturised and supple, helping to prevent stretch marks.

We all are constantly on the hunt for the next best thing for our skin , Right? Here’s what I found for the body👏🏻
Elemis is a an absolutely lovely and honorable brand it includes a line of products such as Skincare , Bodycare , Haircare etc

This month I am Trying Elemis Japanese Camellia Body Oil purchased from http://www.basharacare.com

Japanese oil Extremely rich in Vitamin E and antioxidants
And it is used in a number of skincare products to make hair sleek and shiny and treat dry, flaky skin on face and body

• Restore elasticity & prevents stretch Marks
• Improve skin texture.
• Nourishing
• moisturize nails & cuticles
• Conditions your hair

I’ve used it everywhere – my face, body, hair, even as a cuticle softener. Is there anything this oil can’t do? Even more incredible – this body oil absorbs very well and doesn’t leave a greasy residue Delightful!

My skin feels more hydrated, smooth and supple when I use it
I use the oil in the Morning (after Shower) and Night (before going to bed). I love the fact that all the ingredients are pure and time-tested and the packaging is so so so beautiful!

Overall, I am totally in love with this oil because of how well it works in hair , nails and on the skin.You can use such a small amount of these products and they last for months.

*If you have sensitive skin, you may want to discuss using any of these products with your dermatologists before you add its use to your daily skin care routine.

Price – 249 AED

http://www.basharacare.com/ae_en/elemis-japanese-camellia-body-oil-blend

New Sensai cellular performance Day Cream-  SPF 25 

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ABOUT SENSAI CELLULAR PERFORMANCE DAY CREAM

SENSAI’s CELLULAR PERFORMANCE DAY CREAM is designed to prevent oxidation in the skin’s cells with green tea extract which is claimed to protect the skin from stress with yeast extract and white mustard seed extract, both of which help preserve the levels of ‘stress-defence protein’ that naturally exists in the skin’s cells.

A feather-light comforting cream with UV-protection for defence against skin-ageing factors. The zesty fragrance elevates the spirit every day.

Apply each morning as step 2 of Double Moisturising.

Sensai beauty products are quite famous and yes expensive , their key ingredient is what make it luxuries and that is premium Koishimaru Silk extract

It also contains :

  • White Mustard Seed extract which are indeed very rich in phyto-nutrients, minerals, vitamins and anti-oxidants
  • Green Tea Extract, a powerful anti-oxidant

I was very excited to try out their day cream Which has spf 25 , good 2 in 1 product it does the trick,I really like the texture of it, It went on smoothly and gave a little dewey look to my face (not greasy ) and within a few minutes had completely sunk into my skin.
The cream is very light which makes my face feel & look healthy. It smelt amazing on application, but not so strong Its a  light peach (not white) cream that sinks into skin easily & Absorbs very well. I wear this under my foundation sometimes and it doesn’t seem to interfere with the look of it.

Performance wise I cannot say enough good things about this moisturiser. After using it for about 2 weeks I noticed a definite improvement in the tone and texture of my skin. The dry patches are no longer a problem for me!
Im not sure wether oily skin people might like this, it’s not going to work the same exact way for everyone as its working for my skin ,

So I recommend doing a patch test before you buy this products ❤️
Overall I rate this cream a 8/10

Available in a 50ml tube at AED 540 ( Paris Gallery )

Review : M.A.C MatchMaster Shade Intelligence compact.

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The new Mac MatchMaster Shade intelligence Compact foundation dropped in stores in May

Comes in 12 different shades,(mostly warm shades)

Its innovative cushion and sheer liquid formula lends true-to-life shade perfection and coverage, while letting your natural skin show through. A cutting-edge delivery system allows the formula to be released in a superfine layer, providing a natural finish and sheer to medium buildable coverage. Launching with a spectrum of 12 light to deep dark shades.

The fascinating thing about the Cushion foundations is they are simply compact that come with a cushion applicator and a porous sponge saturated in liquid foundation.It’s designed to help make the application more even, to speed up the makeup process, and to allow for easy touch up on the go.

Packaging : 

The pact is slightly bulky because it contains the cushion and the puff! the puff is designed to be non-absorbent & to be carried around without worrying about getting the liquid
product everywhere.


Application : 

its easy and quick makeup application,you don’t need any extra tools or skills, all you need is your fingers or the applicator and pat away to get the most beautiful finish and glow. *the patting motion helps to create a flawless finish & the good thing about puff on cushion is that it allows for a very even distribution of product.

Coverage : 

I would say that you could build it to medium coverage before it looks cakey. 
After it sets, the foundation has a natural almost semi matte finish.

 

Overall,
Mac matchmaster would be great for those who prefer a more natural finish if they have the right shade.

*{{5.0 is 2-3 shade darker on me, however I managed by using lighter M.A.C concealer }}}

I think normal to combination skin will appreciate this most! Oily skin will definitely have to set with powder and blot throughout the day, As it may transfer 🙈 & we don’t want that right ?

It’s
•flawless &semi matte finish.
•fuss free and very beginner friendly.
•travel friendly.
Also, I pray for a long wear formula that is good for hot/ humid weathers.

Have you tried any cushion foundation before? do you like them ??

Xoxo
Zeee 💋

Valentine’s Day Giveaway 

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Hello loves Happy Valentine’s Day week !!

I KNOW, It’s been a lonnnnnnng time. I apologize for being MIA. 🙈 But now I’m back with an awesome news,

I’m hosting a giveaway with Kiehl’s  (Yay) for my blog & instagram followers, where 2 lucky winners will be winning the Kiehl’s (Limited edition lip balm set )

For ultra-kissable lips this Valentine’s Day, there is only one route to take. Treat yourself or your loved ones to the specially designed Kiehl’s limited edition lip balm set. 

Kiehl’s  gets into the Valentine’s Day spirit with the launch of a very special limited edition lip balm set. The colourful and eye-catching reusable tin has been designed by New York based artist Buff Monster and contains three flavours of the iconic Kiehl’s Lip Balm No. 1 – original, mango and cranberry. This special formula will keep your lips moisturized, protected from the sun and kissable like they’ve never been before!

 The set retails at a price of AED125 and will be available across all Kiehl’s outlets in the UAE from February 1st until 14th
 
So yeah , I am going to keep this super short and sweet,

All you have to do is Answer the simple Question !

• How many Kiehl’s lip balms come in the special Valentine’s Day Gift Set?

Rules :-

1] Must follow my blog & my Instagram @izahra_zeee

2] Comment your answer below !!

The 2 lucky winners will be randomly selected and announced on my Instagram @izahra_zeee on Sunday , February 14, 2016.

*This giveaway is open to UAE only

Best of luck awesome people ! |

LOTS OF LOVE❤️

ZEEE 💋

Drugstore Product : Maybelline Bold Matte Lipsticks 

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MATTE MATTE MATTE…

We all want to rock matte lips now days!!
But so difficult to find the perfect texture ,some are too dry or most of are just too expensive..
If you are the one looking to try some matte lipsticks here is my drugstore pick for you !! 🙂

Maybelline New York offers a new range of matte lipsticks with the most luminous shades. The new matte is sleek, with a more vivid, lustrous colour that comes from brighter, powder-less pigments. Lips are lovingly drenched in a burst of hydrating moisture as luscious honey nectar and new matte agents combine with mattifying milk to replace the drying powders found in the old matte lipsticks. Lips are silky smooth with a fabulous hydrated comfort that’s never drying, never draggy, just moisturized and fresH


MAT5  Classic Red with a touch of pink, for that pop for color this summer

MAT6
 Brownish Red great for any skintone

 MAT7  
Flattering pinkish nude 😍

My thoughts:- 
As Few of you might know I’m a MaTTE LOVER, I cannot stand glossy lips🙊

These lipsticks are so flattering ,not only they are inexpensive BUT.. they also are super pigmented and the texture is buttery smooth to apply 😍


Its Not super matte, its creamy matte in texture, wont dry or flake your lips..And lasting is not bad
Stays up-to 2-4 hours

Highly recommend to try if you are looking for a long lasting creamy-matte lipsticks and don’t want to spend much!

Do follow me on Instagram, @izahra_zeee.. soon will post makeup Looks  using Maybelline Bold Matte Lipsticks

priced for :- AED57

Hot new shades come in a range of seven stunning, bold choices for long-lasting prettiness in their utterly modern shades, ranging from day time sophistication in beige to party girl brights in pink and lots more. 

Available at Boots , Lifestyle, Max , Carrefour ✨

ARE YOU A MATTE LOVER OR GLOSSY?

LOVE…
Zeee ❤

Review : Clarins True Radiance Foundation

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Hey Glamies ,

Like many others, I’m a huge fan of Clarins &
I was really excited to try it out.
The Clarins true radiance foundation..
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Read more to find out what I have to say about it.


Clarins website :
True Radiance Foundation SPF 15
The light-infusing foundation: brightens and corrects the complexion
A lightweight, moisturising formula that glides onto skin perfectly, boosting natural radiance and luminosity.
• Reveals the skin’s natural luminosity with the anti-pollution action of Moringa seed plant extract
• Boosts natural radiance with light-reflecting pigments
• 24-hour hydration*: it infuses the epidermis with moisture to leave it glowing with vitality

My Thoughts
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Packaging : Elegant & sleek clear glass bottLe ( 30 ML ) with a pump easy to get the product out ❤️

This is described as a luminous , lightweight fluid foundation with that smooths the skin with soft-focus pigments for a long-lasting finish

You guys, this stuff is FANTASTIC. It goes on effortlessly, and the formula is lightweight enough that I can’t feel it on my skin ,but
Immediately I notice its a bit liquid-y & it has a light floral scent to it. Which is okay for me !
I use a dense synthetic brush to buff this onto my skin, or a wet beauty blender (sometimes),

The coverage is medium to light,I’d still have to use a concealer if I wanted to disguise any spot,

This wears really well on my normal-to-dry skin. & Gives the most lovely luminous finish.
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It comes in 10 shades ,
& If you are testing out shades, I recommend giving them a little extra time to set in-store before making a choice!

As for staying power This foundation lasts 5-6 hours on the skin.
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So yes overall my feelings for this foundation is very positive,
It is joining my holy grail foundation lineup☺️I have very dry skin so for me, this is very hydratting
I recommend it for girls who do not like foundation, who are not looking for full coverage or any girl who doesn’t like pores & is looking for something fool-proof, doesn’t take too long to blend & looks like skin but of-course, better! &
It is quite reasonable for a luxury brand foundation❤️

What do you think about this foundation??
Do let me know

Much love
Zeee💋

*PR Sample{s} sent for review !! However my opinions will remain 100% honest 🙂
I hope you find my reviews helpful, detailed and honest !!
Thankyou!!

Beauty Hacks : Tea Tree Oil

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Hey Lovelie
Today’s post is on
~ How do I use tea tree “essential” oil ~
First of all lets put some light on whats tea tree oil ~
Tea tree oil Is also known as “Melaleuca oil” It has been used for centuries by cultures around the world to heal wounds.

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Its: antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiseptic, antiviral, balsamic, cicatrisant, expectorant, fungicide, insecticide, stimulant and sudorific substance.

Wow!! Sounds super HG right ?! 😀 Ands smells great too The magical healing and disinfectant properties that is in the oil can be used as a cure for almost all tropical infections and diseases!!
✨How i use it ✨

Acne :
one of the best home remedies for acne.Tree oil has powerful antibacterial properties ,Just apply a drop of this wonderful oil straight on your pimple using a Q-tip before going to bed (do it for couple of nights) and see your acne healing. (Don’t apply Tea Tree oil all over your skin, target only your acne breakouts.) You can also add about 10 drops of the antibacterial Tea Tree oil to your regular face wash.

Muscles pain :
Tea tree essential oil can provide relief from muscular pain, aches, and sprains because its strong chemical properties can work as an anti-inflammatory (add few drops into your bathtub and just relax for good 10-15 minutes)

Flu :
Diffuse through the air, add a drop to the pillow, or gently massage into the feet to absorb the properties into the blood stream quickly.

Colds:
Treat the common cold by inhaling steam infused with the oil, or massage into the feet and over the chest or other areas of concern.

Brush Cleansing:
effectively and safely disinfects and cleans your brushes quickly & kill germs .Add two drop of tea tree oil per 1/4 cup of warm or hot water in your container of choice and soak or spray your tools. Rinse with sterile water and let dry.

Dandruff cure :
Tea Tree oil benefits include dandruff cure.Tea Tree oil has been used as an effective treatment for dandruff for many years. Just add a few drops of Tea Oil mixed in with your usual shampoo; wash and rinse out as usual.

Dry/Itchy Eyes:
 Although no essential oil should ever be put IN the eye, you can still benefit from the oil by diffusing it or placing your head over a steaming pot of water with a drop of melaleuca in it.

Facial Mist :
great face freshner , just after your workout
fill your spray bottle with rose water/drinking water & add 3-4 drops of tea tree essential oil … and spray it when you need that freshness kick … ( you can use this as your DIY homeMade Deo too) 😉

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However, it is not meant to be ingested, and is poisonous. It is meant for topical application only!

I would like to officially announce that I am not a pro beauty expert 😀 but everything is based on my personal experience !

Hope you enjoy this post! Lots of Love Zeee !! ❤️

November Favorites ❤️

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Hey My Be-You-tiful Dolls ❤️

I hope you all are having an AHHmazing day !! ^_^

I am very excited to share my first ever “monthly favorites” with you’ll 😘

Lets get starteddddddddddddd……

1. Rimmel London Exaggerate Waterproof Eye Definer ! (In the Nude)
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HG EYELINER
These baby, is just ah-mazing!! The best nude eyeliner ever! Its Creamy and glides on my eye with ease. Brightens & open the eyes beautifully! Its waterproof , long lasting
And affordable 😉

2. NyX Cosmetics matte Lipstick
(Siren)
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A perfect Deep Maroon shade for fall /winter!! With amazing texture ,doesn’t dry out my lips.& Long Long LONG wear time..I just love it ❤️

3. Essence Lash Mania Reloaded!
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All time fav mascara!!
Its does an awesome job -gives volume / length /insanely black
It doesn’t flake/ smudge
I skip lashes when i wear 2 coats of this mascara 😘👍

4. THE BALM Mary lou Manizer highligter!
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This product is just wow!! Everyone should own it !! Must have !! Highly recommend..
Fav fav fav!! Cant express … Just love it to the core .. Flattering shade/ blends effortlessly / good for day time natural look or night time glam look ..texture is damn smooth!! Little bit goes a longggggg way!! 😘

5. QV face -Revitalising EYE CREAM
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Looking for an eye cream?? Give this a try 🙂 I’m hooked tiny boy !! It does what it claims..minimizes puffiness,dark circles & Fine lines ..(with safflower oil)
I do have fine laugh lines under my eyes.. So i immediately grabbed this product after reading few reviews on Instagram. its been a month now..& it did make a visible difference,the cream is very light weight,hydrating ,quickly absorbed,
I used it before i apply my makeup!!
Over-All L-O-V-E It ^_^

What is your favourite product of the month 😉 ??

Hope you like this post!!

Much Love
zeee 😘
Xoxo

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Revlon ColorStay Moisture Stain : Review / Swatches

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Hey My Be-You-tiful Dolls ❤️

Hope you all are shinning ❤️💎

Okay!! Im really excited to review my Revlon ColorStay Moisture Stain !! 😍

• Drenches lips in glossy wet color
• Ultra-light creamy lipstain with Vitamin E and Aloe
• 88% of women felt lips were instantly moisturized without stickiness

Available in 12 luscious shades.
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Amazingggggg right ??

Packaging is damn attractive,gives a classic touch to it!!

The applicator for this product is outstanding,The pointed tip helps to apply the moisture stain to the cupid’s bow and towards the outer edges.

Here are the swatches :

040 Shanghai Sizzle
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045 NewYork Scene
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••My Thoughts••
Revlon lip products has always been my most favourite ones !! Their formula / wide range of colors.. Everything is just satisfying 🙂

So,I got two of them 😍 first one is “040 Shanghai Sizzle” which is gorgeous bright red,second is “045 NewYork Scene” a perfect classy deep red 🙂
Both shades are pretty pigmented and build-able,
formula is so super creamy and doesnt feel sticky at all. It looks like a sheer gloss but It’s VERY comfortable on my lips,Love how it wears and it is definitely moisturizing,

The Revlon colorstay moisture stain lasts for two hours on my lips.

Don’t forget to drag your finger through your lips to remove any buildup or it may get on your teeth!

Highly recommended!

Hope you like this post!!

Much Love
zeee 😘
Xo

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I hope you find my reviews helpful, detailed and honest !!
Thankyou!!

Fragrance of the week : L’INSTANT DE GUERLAIN

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Hi my Gorgeous Glamies❤️

Hope you all be-YOU-tifuls are shining😘

This is my first post on Perfume!! yay !!

✨L’INSTANT DE GUERLAIN
EAU DE TOILETTE
Moments of emotion✨
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Crystalline Floral.
Intimate, luminous, sensual.

Luminous freshness and sparkling tenderness. A burst of apple lemonade announces the tender and radiant notes of a lacy ream of white flowers, while a soft veil of amber melts into the skin.

Its bottle is cut from a luxurious and transparent block of glass. Crowned with a flat stopper, sculpted like a cabochon and engraved with the Guerlain logo, its shapes play with the contrast between the rectangle and curves.
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~My Thoughts~
So,basically i am a true perfume addict😍 its My Passion/My Obsession/My Love … Everything…

I’ve always had a thing for warm, sexy scents. ❤️ and To describe L’INSTANT DE GUERLAIN in three words, I would say it’s warm, seductive and mysterious. It’s the kind of scent that smells fuzzy,sexy and soothing with a whiff of sweetness!

it’s very wearable for everyday use though I’d like it better during the winter months for it sensual warmth and coziness💋

💎 It might be overwhelming for someone who doesn’t appreciate strong scents.💎

L’INSTANT DE GUERLAIN 50 ml bottle which will last me quite a while I suppose. The scent wears for about 7-8 hours on me!! (Super Long Lasting)Overall, I loveeeeeeeee this!

Ratings : 4 / 5

So ,
What do you think about this?

Much Love,
ZEEE ❤ :*

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