Bioderma Bloggers Meet & Greet Lahore Chapter -Bringing together Nature and Beauty !

Did I hear someone huffing and puffing and rolling eyes saying another event report that too as the first of the year? Oh man I feel you , it might get boring and monotonous at times but hey you all gotta know what happens at the meet ups ya know ! Cuz I luvh ya YO !

Seriously the reason behind the event reports and meet up round ups is just to let you guys know what is going around and what brands are coming up with such activities and letting us experience their products first hand so we can give our opinions and let you guys know what's worth your money. Plus over that it sort of documents and saves the date as a memory for me so I try to put up as many pictures as I can you that you guys can go on a visual ride with me . 

Being said all of the above , on 17th December,2016 an exclusive bloggers meet and greet session was organized by Bioderma Pakistan and Fourth Arc at the Royal Palm Country & Golf Club, Lahore.

The conference hall was beautifully decorated with all things apt for the event , even the center pieces were cotton balls and mini Bioderma bottles for each blogger to try and test. It was really nice how they had managed to bring all the beauty bloggers from Lahore together under one roof and giving them opportunity to mingle and get to know each other closely.

Later on , the Marketing  head of Bioderma Ms.Beenish Pervaiz and brand manager Mr. Siddiq Banway welcomed  us all and gave a brief introduction to Bioderma and especially the Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellere Solution, the science behind the concept of Miceller water and also what made it a product that was raved equally world wide

Left : Ms Beenish Pervaiz, Right : Mr. Siddiq Banway

 It was a very informative and interactive session, where we had put forward our concerns regarding a good cleanser and Makeup remover and had a quite healthy discussion over the topic.

Interactive session with Bloggers

 After the discussion, we were given the Bioderma Sensibio H2O micellaire solution to try and test first hand. It was a really nice experience to use the product at the spot and put forward your experience with the team. This ensures that the people behind the brand know what actually is the opinion generally ans they can rectify the product or satisfy us at the spot. Though the first impression is really good, I would be taking my sweet time to put forward a final Verdict.

Bloggers having a hands on session 

Later on we were served with a scrumptious high tea and a of course a goodie bag to take with us and try and test the product for the our readers.

Hopefully the review of Bioderma Sensibio H2O Miceller Solution would be up in January (InshAllah) as the posts line up. Hope you guys liked the photo walk through the event. Do let me know in the comments below. 


*Picture Credits: Fourth Arc

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Skin Care Routine -Winter Edition

I have been meaning to do a different kind of post that wasn't a review , event or anything fashion related . So, finally I have decided to do the much requested skin care routine , which by the way isn't according to the book or whatever ,its just something that works for me and I am putting it forward for you guys . To be really really honest with you guys , I am not much of a ritual person , I tend to take care ,yes but if you think that my skin is flawless or something like that , then NO! I have open pores , I have dry patches , I have pigmentation around my lips and yes I get pimples ,black heads and everything else too . The point I am trying to make here is that one should know their skin and embrace it with full heart and take care of it to reduce the problems. When you know your skin , you can better choose your makeup and that makes you look impeccable in the pictures and in real life too.

Okay so enough of the preaching , and lets get to what we gotta do . I have divided it into day time and night time routine and its really really simple and anyone who has a spare of 5 minutes for them self , can do it (and you owe yourself that time ,remember that!)

During summers, I have pretty much oily skin so the summer routine is mostly just splashing cold water and using mud masks. Since I get major issues in Winter, I would be focusing on that in this post . So, lets go ,get to know my skin type , my problems and what I do to handle my skin's tantrums :

My Skin Type & Issues :

I have an oily combination skin which gets dry patches in the winter (or even in summer ) when I use any daily face wash or soap . Moreover , My skin goes a bit over board when it comes to sensitivity issues so as soon as I put a moisturizer,there is a  pimple there within a few hours , yes NO EXAGGERATION ! That's what makes the problem ,a real problem . I get dry patches but can't moisturize them with any moisturizer until I found some that have suited me so well that I cling for my life to them ! 

Skin Care Routine:

1. Morning :

My Mornings are technically not mornings ,more like afternoons . Well ,what time I wake up ,I would be calling it morning. Here is what I do :

• Cleansing : Most of the time I just splash cold water over my face and neck and dab it dry with face towel . I recommend keeping a separate face towel for yourself and use it for this purpose solely. Just in case , I went a little overboard with my facial oil the previous night or I just feel my skin needs a breather , I use Du,vi Green tea Face Wash (Review HERE) . A little goes long way , I just lather it up a little with gentle circular motion and rinse off immediately . It does dry my skin a little , but since I would be moisturizing it afterwards , it doesn't bother me much
• Scrub: Once or twice a week I exfoliate my skin .That is usually during the shower because I feel like skin is already damp and can be exfoliated easily without any extra effort . For this previously I was using St.Ives Apricot Scrub for Sensitive but now I have switched to The Body Shop Tea Tree Squeaky Clean Scrub and I am in love with it . I just smear it all over y face and let it sit for a while . It tingles and cools my skin and then I gently scrub off in circular motions. I will be reviewing it shortly, but till then I would definitely be recommending it to everyone with problematic skin as the tea tree ingredient soothes the skin and controls break outs.
  
• Moisturizing : Currently I am using the 24 K Gold Serum by Spa In A Bottle . Recently I have talked about it on my Instagram and have been loving it so far. It hasn't broken me out (yet) and I have been on it for 3 weeks now. The other moisturizer which hasn't broken me out till date is Clean & Clear Essentials Moisturizer. I just keep on switching between the too and the results are good.

• Sun Screen: This is an added step to the days when I am heading out during day and I know there is going to be a lot of sun exposure. For that I put on L'Oreal Sunscreen . It is none greasy , stays on put and gives a minimal white cast. Since I don't use it much often , for the occasional use it works decently for me 

2. Night :

• Cleansing : Night time cleansing is something I stress a lot on . Its something makes or breaks the skin . Trust me I have tried it . If you have makeup on ,its a must you properly take it off before you hit the bed. I use Garnier Cleansing Miceller Water (Review HERE). I just soak up a cotton pad and gently swipe my face and neck and it takes out all the dirt of the day from my face leaving it squeaky clean . Since its aqua based , you don't need to wash off your face after that . It takes off makeup easily as well. I tend to wipe with 2 different pads just to be sure all the dirt and impurities are out .
• Face Mask : My night time regimen includes at least one face mask every night (at least I try to do it ). I alternate between Tony Moly Sheet Masks , The Body Shop Ethiopian Honey Deep Moisturizing Mask and my personal favorite Home made Oats and Honey Mask . Each mask is very different and gives nourishment to your skin, so the alternation of them keeps the supply of all sorts of nutrients intact  

• Moisturizing: Usually I leave my skin as it is after the washing off the face mask .But recently I have incorporated Youthful Glow Face Serum by Spa In A Bottle as a night time moisturizer and I am pretty much satisfied with the results. The Rosehip and Lemon oil in the serum have definitely made my skin look plump in the morning

Yes there is no use of toner or some fancy battery operated cleanser in my routine and I am really satisfied about it . It might not have the conventional steps and neither all those products , but this is what has worked for me and my skin type. All these products are currently in my use or have been used by me and have suited me well ,hence the recommendation. 

If you have used any of the above products , do let me know how you find it . Also if you have any recommendation keeping in view my skin type , go ahead shoot it in the comments box below ,its more than welcomed !!

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Clean it all up with Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water - Review

Lets juts admit , as much as we like putting on makeup , it kills us to take it off in the end ! I am such a lazy bum when it comes to skin care especially cleansing . Having the most crazy skin ,which throws a tantrum in the form of pimples whenever I put on some cream based anything . No seriously , have you ever had a pimple popping its head within like 30 minutes after you apply something new ? If you have you will know I am not exaggerating .
But as soon I realized the oblivion of approaching 30's ( which is a few years away) I knew I had to take care of my skin and move my lazy arse because ain't no one coming home to give me a spa treatment !while browsing around for cleansers , I stumbled upon this Garnier Miceller Cleansing Water which is hypo-allergenic water based cleanser and it has been quite a rage these days .Intrigued by the idea , I gave it a go and here is the verdict !

Micellar Cleansing Water All-in-1 Makeup Remover & Cleanser

All-in-1 Makeup Remover & Cleanser Removes makeup + cleanses + refreshes. No rinse, no harsh rubbing. For face, lips, eyes.

This all-in-1 cleanser is surprisingly powerful yet gentle to skin. It effectively removes makeup, cleanses skin and refreshes. A multi-purpose cleanser that contains Micellar technology. Like a magnet, micelles capture and lift away dirt, oil and makeup without harsh rubbing, leaving skin perfectly clean, hydrated and refreshed without over-drying. 

Results:

Suprisingly Powerful yet Gentle to Skin with Micellar Technology. Like a magnet, micelles capture and lift away dirt, oil and makeup without harsh rubbing, leaving skin perfectly clean and refreshed without over-drying. 

Micelle Technology Explained 

 THE SCIENCE BEHIND OUR ALL-IN-1 CLEANSER AND MAKEUP REMOVER

Discover the difference between traditional cleansers and Micellar Water. 

Micellar Cleansing Water 

Lifts Makeup Like a Magnet

Micellar Cleansing Water features micelle cleansing molecules that pull oil and dirt away from the face. Our all-in-1 cleanser gently takes all makeup off, no rinsing, no harsh rubbing. 

How to Use:

TO REMOVE EYE MAKEUP: 

 Hold pad over closed eyes for a few seconds, then gently wipe without harsh rubbing. 

 TO CLEAN SKIN & REMOVE FACE MAKEUP: 

 Gently wipe all over until skin is completely clean from makeup and impurities. Use daily, AM/PM. No need to rinse.

My Experience:

 Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water
 All-in-1 Makeup Remover & Cleanser

The Ganrier Miceller cleansing water comes in clear plastic bottle with a click open lid bottle with a tiny opening which is really the apt size to dispense enough product.However,the screw lid is a bit loose and untwists on its own at time which might result in spillage during travelling so you guys better take care if you intend to take it along. The product itself is a clear fluid with consistency same as water ,hence the name Miceller water. There is no odor to the product which is a huge plus . It comes in a 400 ml bottle that claims to be used up to 200 uses which I feel is a valid claim. since you need a little amount of product to dampen the cotton pad and need not to reapply because it works really fast in cleansing up. 

About the performance, I must say that I am highly impressed by this product . I have a sensitive oily skin and usage of any oil based removers/cleansers always broke me out . With Garnier Miceller Water ,I haven't experienced any sort of break out in my 2 months usage . Instead it has helped me a lot in controlling the occasional break outs I used to get .

 Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water
All-in-1 Makeup Remover & Cleanser

It is really easy to use and stands tall to its claim that you don't need any harsh rubbing to cleanse . I usually don't wear water -proof makeup, hence it takes it off pretty swiftly and easily. However, it takes a little time to take off my Maybelline Lash Sensational Mascara which is water proof .But still all I have to do is hold the cotton pad for a while over the eye and then swipe it and it easily comes off. People who have the concern that if it is safe to use over eyes like this , then the answer is YES! I have used it over and over on my eyes before making this claim!

All in all, I really really like this and am glad to have it as a part of my skin care routine. Absolutely recommended !

Thumbs up for:

• Affordable 
• Easily Available  
• Enough quantity to last a few months even is used regularly 
• Odorless
• Gentle to the skin
• Doesn't cause any breakout
• Doesn't irritate eyes
• Doesn't require any harsh rubbing or tugging the skin 
• Takes off dirt and impurities efficiently 
• Doesn't need to be washed after use 

Thumbs Down for:

• Only draw back lies in the packaging . I feel the cap is kind of loose and might open up during travelling.

My Rating:

Only need to improve the packaging .The product itself is a winner for me !

Price & Availability:

Garnier Miceller Cleansing Water is available at their website for $8.99 (msrp prices may vary). In Pakistan,it is available for PKR 499/- on all leading stores nation wide . It is also available at Daraz if you want to order online !

HAVE YOU TRIED THIS YET ? WHAT MAKEUP REMOVER AND CLEANSER ARE YOU USING CURRENTLY? DO LET ME KNOW IN THE COMMENTS BELOW. x

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