Favorites │June 2016 – Beauty, Books, and More

Hello and welcome to my monthly favorites. Since holidays started, I have been experimenting with lots of new products. Along with that, I have been trying out new things recently. Therefore today I shall be sharing products and activities that I have been enjoying in previous month. Without further due, let's get started.

SKINCARE: The first and last step I take in the day is look after my skin. Not looking after your skin can cause breakouts and scars. That's why it is necessary to look after your skin. This month I have been going out more often and applying makeup almost every day. Three products, that I have loved this month, saved my face from breaking out. These products are:

1-      Lush Tea Tree Water: Toner Water – All Skin Types

This product consists of Tea Tree which is essential for preventing skin from acne and minimizes any pimple or zit that is lying on your face. Apply it before applying makeup and after removing makeup from your face. It is highly recommended for acne-prone skin types.

2-      Clarins Blue Orchid: Face Oil – Normal & Dry Skins

This product adds radiance and glow to the skin. If your skin is dull and it's suffering from dryness, this product will save it. If you are also suffering from acne, you can use this product as it will minimize appearance of acne scars on your face. It is best applied at night time. After removing your makeup or before going to sleep, massage it onto your face and avoide eye area. Then apply your night time moisturizer. This product will make your skin glowing and moisturized. However, I don't recommend those who have oily skin type to use this product because it is targeted for dry skins. Instead use Lotus Face oil which is targeted for combination and oily skins.

3-      The Body Shop Vitamin C: Face Mist – All Skin Types

This product adds moisture, acts like a barrier on top of skin, and makes your skin fresh. It protects the skin from absorbing makeup or any pollution when going outdoor. It is best applied on day time and before applying makeup.

MAKEUP: As a makeup artist, I always love to experiment with new makeup products that are trending in the market. This time, I was obsessed with lipsticks. I tried out few new lipsticks and these three lipsticks stood out the most:

1-      M.A.C Matte Lipstick : Velvet Teddy & Kinda Sexy

These two lipsticks have neutral shades as they can be used on daily basis and in every occasion. Although they're matte, they feel creamy during application and they do not dry out your lips. On their own, they last for approximately 2-3 hours but with lip liner they last about 4-5 hours at most. On the price side I find it convincing because of their features. I strongly recommend them for those who love matte lipsticks.

2-      Kat Von De Liquid Lipstick: Bow & Arrow

This liquid lipstick is in a medium shade and best part about it is it suits all skin tones: from fairest to darkest. It applies smoothly and the applicator makes the application very easy and flexible. It lasts about 4-6 hours after it dries out on your lipstick. It can be applied without a lip liner. I also love the fact that it does not make your lips dry or tear it apart. However it needs to be removed by a makeup remover which I'm not a fan of. Nevertheless I still recommend giving this product a try out. On price side, I find it convincing.

Another product I have been loving is Burberry Fresh Glow Face Primer. This is the best primer I have ever used. It neutralizes the face, adds natural glow to the skin, makes foundation last longer and best of all it makes the face look flawless. Even if you are using just concealer or powder, it will still make your face glow. I do recommend those with normal and dry skins to use it. However, I don't recommend using it on oily or combination skin. On price side, yes it is pricy but it's worth it.

PERFUME: In April I received this perfume as a gift and ever since I have been using it frequently. The perfume is called La vie est Belle by Lancôme. The scent is light, very sweet and refreshing, which I look for in a perfume. The duration period is medium; it lasts 2-3 hours. The scent is medium, not too strong and not too soft.

HOBBY: Moving on to my hobbies, along with blogging I have been coloring in a new coloring book. The coloring book is called Querkles Masterpieces. I know what you think, aren't I too old for this? Well this isn't like children's coloring books. In each page there are tons of circles all tangled together and numbered from 1-5. What you have to do is color these circles in different shades. Staring from 5 lightest shade to 1 darkest shade. Once you are done, these circles will reveal a famous character. It is fun activity to do when you are free, or when you want to relax and distress.

BOOK: Lastly, I have been reading this Arabic novel called فوضى الحواس. It is about a woman who is a writer, married, and lives in Algeria at a time where the country is facing political issues. Although she has not been writing for years, she has strongly admired one of characters that she has created in one of her novels. After years of not writing, she suddenly meets the man who matches the character that she admired. That's my summary for this novel and to be honest I got confused at the beginning because writing format and style is new to me. I have never ever read a novel that is written the way this novel was written. With that being said, I loved this novel so much and enjoyed reading it. If you are interested in an Arabic review on this novel let me know in chat box.

That is all for my June 16 Favorites. I hope you all liked it, and don't forget to follow me on my Instagram & twitter to be notified when my posts are published. Have a nice day.