July’s Favorites

Clinique’s Superdefense SPF 15

If you remember my huge Clinique haul, I got this moisturizer as a sample. I use this only when I’m going to be out in the sun. The fact that it is anti-aging and has SPF psychologically make me feel good about using it. Honestly though, I don’t see the need to use anti-aging products for now (since I don’t have wrinkles yet lol) and I’m not crazy over products with SPF. I’m just using it cause I like how it sits on my skin and how it has a matte finish.

From the jar, it looks like the moisturizer has a thick consistency but it feels so light on the skin. You’ll have to avoid the eye area because it will sting! Not kidding on this guys.

Clinique’s Pore Minimizer

The pores around and across my nose are very noticeable. I don’t really mind actually but they don’t look nice whenever I have make-up on. It’s like make-up magnified them by 10x. Some prefer using primers since they sort-of  have a duo action; 1) help to minimize pores 2) keeps the face matte all day. But nah, I’ll pass. Primers have a history of provoking my unstable hormones and triggering wars on my face. This thing here, it doesn’t completely make my pores invisible but my pores are indeed minimize with make-up on. Plus point: no break outs so far.

Revlon Photoready Two-Way Powder Foundation (Medium Beige)

I’m currently trying to switch my powder to drugstore brands. Since I hit pan on my Studio Fix powder, I decided to try Revlon’s. If you are not looking for a full coverage powder, you might wanna go for this. I prefer using the sponge that comes with it and it gives me decent coverage. I’m impressed with its staying power too. Very long lasting and trust me, you don’t have to touch up. You can even leave your powder at home!

Dr Payot Solution Stick Couvrant Purifiant

I seriously don’t think this concealer contains just tea tree oil and oat extract. There must be some magic portion in the formula. I feel like someone just handed me a mini magic wand – it does wonders to my scars! I have a lot of small bumps on my cheeks and they are greatly flattened now. My two really stubborn and huge bumps on the left cheek (finally) seem to be smaller now. The scars? Slowly but surely diminishing. I use this as a concealer when I need to put on make-up. It doesn’t conceal that well but that’s not it’s main purpose you see. I use it again at night before I sleep for it to work on its magic. [ps. wondering what happened to Kuan Im? it's weeping in my drawer now ]

Silkygirl Lash Prism Mascara (Dark Brown)

I interchange my clinique sample-sized black mascara and this. I am reminded how brown mascara can enhance a natural eye-look. It definitely won’t go well with smokey or dark eye looks. I prefer using it when I have my browns/nudes/champagne shadows on or with just a simple winged liner. I tried using it on my lower lashes too and I’m hooked! It looks like I have brown eyeliner on when I don’t. I wonder if they have the non-waterproof one though hmm.

NYX Lipliner Pencil (Natural) 

I don’t know how to use a lip liner before this. I mean, I know you’re supposed to use it around your lips, but there are different techniques on how to make your lips fuller/smaller/what have yous. I’m still trying to get the hang of it. So for now, I only use lipliners to make my lipstick last longer or to add color to my lips on lazy days. This color is a perfect match for my lips. Love it!

Revlon Colorburst Lipstick (Blush)

Words can’t describe how much I love this, srsly. IT’S THE SEX.

I hope it’s not too late to wish my Muslim readers a blessed Ramadhan. May Allah forgive all our past sins and shower us with His mercy. Happy fasting, you all!

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