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If there’s a beauty resolution I made for this year, it is better care for my skin. Thank god, I’ve already crossed the step of eating well and falling asleep with my makeup on. However I’m still struggling with my daily water intake… No worries folks, I’m getting there. Fingers Crossed!!

I profoundly believe that there is nothing more crucial than taking care of our skin, that being said, I’ve been in the hunt of good, efficient and most importantly natural products/brands. Today I will share with you a list of brands I’m planning to test for year 2016… With no further ado, let’s get started.

Kiehl’s| Pretty much known to most of you guys. I do appreciate the natural ingredients of this brand’s products, such as lavender, calendula, caffeine, vitamin C, blue algea and rosa arctica. I’ve got on my list several beauties I’m interested in, including the dark spot corrector, the powerful strength line reducing concentrate and many others.

First Aid Beauty| (aka FAB) it is one of the brands of choice by countless women, thanks to its natural beauty products. The brand is not using any harsh chemicals and is cruelty free. FAB is also the best to treat sensitive skin issues from eczema to dry flakes.

Dermalogica| The first time I got to know Dermalogica, was through the spa I regularly go to. And I have to admit that I immediately loved it. The main thing I like about these products is their natural ingredients without having any artificial fragrances.

Liz Earle| Their Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser is what made me know this brand thanks to its ingredients which includes chamomile, my beloved one as you already know by now. It’s another great brand using bounty of stuff that nature has to offer, such as chamomile, calendula, rosemary, cucumber and it goes on and on and on.. Beauty community is raving about Liz Earle and I’ve got to have my bit… J

Neal’s Yard Remedies| Last Christmas I gifted my friend and personal trainer a pack of hand creams from Neal’s Yard Remedies and I have to admit that I wanted to go back and get the same, or maybe a bit more. I tried while there, some of other products and they all have a divine smell. Again, I love I’m interested in this lovely brand because everything they’ve got is made from natural ingredients and essential oils…  

If you've got any favorite products from any of these brands, please mention in the comment below.

Hello Beauties!

Today, I will be reviewing the Mac Mineralize Skin Finish in Soft & Gentle. I’m the type of gal who prefers healthy glowy skin and this lil’ jewel emphasizes that natural glow. I got this highlighter a couple of months ago and I immediately fell in love with.

The Mac Mineralize Skin Finish in Soft & Gentle is a compact powder highlighter with a champagne peachy versatile shade; suitable for a wide range of skin tones. The finish is fabulous, though that once you swatch it you get surprised by the intensity of the color however, once applied to the skin, it gives a flattering fresh and natural shimmer. It also lasts really well on the skin.

The packaging from the other hand; is more of sleek and refined with a magnetic closure making it neat and travel friendly. Coming to the texture, the powder is so creamy and very blendable and the color pigmentation is outstanding.

Just a light swirl of the brush on the powder is needed to achieve the desired look which drags me to point that considering the fact that the Mineralize Skin Finish in Soft & Gentle is a highlighter and the amount of product you get, makes the product last an absolute lifetime.

Every time I wear it, my complexion looks way better and my look is more fresh and radiant. The Mineralize Skin Finish Soft & Gentle is by far the best highlighter in its category and a luxurious and pretty investment. Looking for a new highlighter? Believe me, it is the only one that you should own and would be the last one to buy.

Thanks for your read!!!

I don’t think there should be a reason to clean the makeup brushes. However, for those who are so hard to convenience, let me start by saying that professional makeup brushes are not cheap and they should be maintained to make them last longer. Second, dirty brushes get scratchy and most importantly they carry bacteria and nobody wants that. It’s recommended to deep clean the makeup brushes at least once a week, but hey, who has the time for that??? I personally do it at least once a month… Not enough? I know but I’m getting thereJ.

There are tons of brush cleansers that cost hell of bucks. However I figured out a great brush cleanser that’s affordable and last long enough – Johnson’s Baby Shampoo Camomile.

Here is my little easy and effective “how to” to clean makeup brushes. For that we need:

A small bowl or glass.

How to:

1: Combine the water, shampoo and conditioner.

2: Dip one brush at a time.

3: Towel or paper towel sheet.

4: Using your hand, apply a dime sized of baby shampoo and swirl to see the makeup run off.

5: Rinse the brush with water until clean. Gently push the bristles back into their original shape.

6: Let the brushes dry completely before using.

Hope that was useful. Thanks for stopping by!