Sunshine, Heat and A Bit of Balance

Sun is shining, sandals are on our feet and we are ready for that summertime weather, but is your skin ready?

There is always factors at this time of year with being prone to breaking out from a product or your face developing a burn from the sun because the necessary steps were not taken in preventing this.

First thing you need to make sure you do, whether you burn or tan, you need to be wearing a minimum of SPF 25 either alone or in your moisturiser. 

Whether you burn or you tan, you are still doing damage to your epidermal layers and you are increasing your risks of cancers, premature ageing and severe burns that scar. A tan is still part of burning your skin, you are just burning the layers faster. Either way, you are not helping your skin. Please stay protected.

Second thing, if you find you are developing more oil and you are perspiring more in the summer then you need a gel moisturiser which will help in balancing your skin's oil production and it will also be light enough so your skin can still breathe and take on the effects and heat. 

Here are my Top 3:

#3:       Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel

$31.00 The Bay, Sears

 This is a lightweight lotion that helps smooth, soften and improve the skins texture. It also helps with balancing the oil production in the skin's layers over time.

Apply it twice a day (morning and night) for best results.

#2:    Shiseido Pureness Moisturising Gel-Cream

$40.00 The Bay, Sears, Shoppers Drug Mart

This is also a lightweight gel-cream and it helps balance as well as clear the skin of any imperfections that have developed over time to our skins surface.

With regular use you will notice a change in the feel and look of your skin, as this product softens and improves the skins texture.

#1     Estee Lauder Clear Difference Oil Control Lotion

$40.00 Sears

This is a great moisturiser for anyone who is prone to oily skin and has trouble with breakouts. Not only does this help balance but it also is so lightweight that it feels like you are getting enough moisture but it isn't heavy. 

It gives you a matte finish as well and helps your make-up go on smooth and a matte finish. 

The only downside to these moisturisers is they do not have SPF in them so I personally will recommend adding in a SPF booster which you can pick up at any skincare counter. It just adds a bit of protection into your moisturiser.  If you have trouble finding these items, just add your facial sunscreen into your moisturiser and apply it to your areas of concern. 

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It Is A Hug For Muscles and Body

Whether you are into professional sports, workout during the week, or just have an intense labouring job there is a solution to help you subside the effects of tired and sore muscles.

After a workout or a tough day at work, you don't usually feel the effects until the next day when the muscles have been resting all night but there is a way to help relax them so you can wake up in the morning feeling better and renewed.

Relax Bath and Shower Concentrate, 200mL, $40

Let me introduce you to; Relax Bath and Shower Concentrate

This is a great addition to your skin care routine especially after a work out because the properties incorporated into this product help soothe the skin and help relax sore and strained muscles.

You can use it in the bath if you feel like sitting in hot water and zoning out for 20-25 minutes and it is great for the shower when you have limited time but would like the benefits associated with using the product.

Key Ingredients:

*Essential Oils (Basil, Geranium, Camomile, Petit Grain) scent; soothe and promotes a sense of well-being
*Cleansing base of Coconut: cleanses and provides comfort
*Extracts of Linden, St. John's Wort, Hawthorn, Thyme, Valerian: relaxes sore muscles after exercise

In conclusion, you should keep this product in your gym back, sports bag, locker, shower etc. You will see great benefits in using this product after an intense and dedicated workout or even after a tough day at work.

It is available wherever Clarins products are sold.

Natural and Earth Friendly Cosmetics

Product Review #1 - No Miss Cosmetics

I have had the wonderful experience of trying out No Miss Ltd. Cosmetics and I'm absolutely addicted.

This article is going to be on a couple No Miss Shadows and Liquid Eyeliners.

Sebring Shadow and Tallahassee Tan

These colours are more of neutral brown tones and go with any outfit. If you want a casual yet sleek look these are great shadows for either day or night. There is no residue left over, they blend well and throughout the day you do not need to touch up anything and there is no separation from the shadow from the eyelid if applied properly.

Ingredients: Silica, Mica and Iron Oxide

Brown and Black Liquid Eyeliner

I have to say, I was skeptical at first when I noticed it was a liquid eyeliner but turns out the application of the product is smooth, due to the amazing and precise applicator brush and the colour is vibrant and you only need a little because it really goes a long way. The liner stays on all day and doesn't run which that is a product worth keeping because having makeup that runs isn't a good thing. The great thing about this liner is, if you make a mistake, you can easily touch it up with a Q-Tip that has a bit of water on the tip. Easy cleanup. 

Ingredients: Honeysuckle Flower Extract, Bergamot Oil, Green Tea Extract, Jojoba Oil, Cocoa Butter and Shea Butter

 Overall I give these products an 8/10 and hope you get a chance to try them because they are really worth the chance. 

A Little About The Company

The company has been in business since May 18, 1990 and their mission is to bring hip, hot and healthy alternative cosmetics to the world and beyond. 

They have found ways to create and develop non-chemical, non-cancerous products without harming the environment. The company is located in Boca Raton, Florida and have wonderful people representing them. 

Follow: @NoMissLtd

Website:  www.nomiss.com 

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DIY Home Remedy- Ingrown Hairs

Whether you have ingrown hairs on your arms, legs, stomach, face (yes face because guys this is for you too!) you can do this simple at home remedy and you will see noticeable results.

Dab some body scrub (doesnt matter a brand-depends on how abrasive you would like it- but try St.Ives Apricot Scrub~Blackhead Clearing its available at any drugstore or WalMart for $4.00) and apply on a clean brand new toothbrush and gently apply pressure in circles.

The scrub encourages your skin to release the impurites and and trapped hair so you can easily tweeze it out.