Hey loves! A few weeks ago I received these products from Influenster in the mail for free for me to test out. If you don't know what Influenster is, basically is a website where you could get free things to review on your blog, vlog, Instagram, Facebook, any social media account that you may have. All you need to do is sign up and connect all your social media account to your Influenster account and post your opinion and thoughts under products you have already used etc..From there on you'll get chosen for a campaign. For every campaign they'll ask you a couple of questions and if they believe you are match-able for it they'll sent your free products right out . Is totally 100% valid! Also, you won't get chosen for free products right away, it takes time. I received these products two weeks after signing up. Sign up here: www.influenster.com
      Anyways lets get back to these amazing products! So I got selected for the MaryKay ClearProof campaign. This campaign is for people that suffer from Acne/blemishes. I don't suffer from bad acne but I do get them once in a while but I have a friend that do so when I received this package I was excited because I know she was going to love this!
         For the past month she has been using them and let me tell you guys!!! Her skin looks amazing and clear! Her acne been disappearing like crazy. The first week we didn't see any results, the second week we started noticing progress and by the third week it was an amazing change. I definitely would recommend MaryKay Clear Proof products because they truly work, well in my friend case it completely worked! Her skin has gotten so much clear and her confidence level definitely boost up so thank you Influenster and MaryKay for this!

Botanics Skin Care

 



     Two weeks ago I was roaming around Duane Reade in 34st, checking out what's new on the beauty section and I came across this "Botanics Ultimate Collection" Holiday set. I have heard of them before, specially their clay mask but never tried their products and this was the  perfect opportunity to try them.







I bought the set for $25 but of course prices are different when you buy each separately. The set brings 5 products...

• Cleansing Toner 8.4 fl. oz. ($7.49)

-Cleanses Impurities and Freshens.

-For all Skin Types.

-Helps to visibly tighten pores.

- Has "Active plant extract, Hibiscus, contains natural AHAs which mildly exfoliate to help leave skin smoother and brighter." 

• Purifying Face Scrub 3.38 fl.oz ($8.49)

-Removes impurities for brighter skin

-Walnuts shell removes dry, flaky skin while crushed apricot seeds gently sweep away impurities.

-Has "Active plant extract, Hibiscus, contains natural AHAs which mildly exfoliate to help leave skin smoother and brighter."

• Ionic Clay Mask 3.3 fl. oz ($9.39)

-Deeply cleanses

- Helps draw out oil and other impurities without over drying the skin. 

-Leave skin feeling clearer, softer, and smoother. 

• Refreshing Eye Roll-On 0.5 fl. oz. ($14.99)

-Targets the appearance of dark circles and puffiness

-Leaves the eye are immediately refreshed

• Lip Balm 0.12 fl. oz ($5.99)

-Keeps lips healthy and soft

-Enriched with Roseship

   

     I really love the Purifying Face Scrub because it has tiny pieces of walnuts shells and apricot seeds which definitely scrubs your face real good, removing every dead skin and leaving your skin so much brighter. When you first feel the texture of the scrub you might think that the grains are going to be too rough but when you use it you realize its actually kind to your skin. 

  

  The Ionic Clay Mask is one of my favorite mask of all time. Let me tell you that this mask truly gets deep into your skin, deep into your pores! The only thing is that when it dries, it dries hard and you can't move your face at all because it'll hurt..not hurt in the sense of "hurt hurt"..you get what I mean lol but other than that I love it and it truly does it job. Oh! I recommend that before using it, first shake the bottle. 

      I'll confess that this was my first time using a toner and I didn't know what to expect from it but so far I'm loving it girls! My skin tone looks so much even, parts on my face where I'll be oily are not oily any more. It truly deep cleans your skin and leaves it feeling soft and smooth.

    Lastly the Eye-Roll. This has been a life saver in the morning before putting on my make-up. It makes my eye area appear brighter and more awaken and diminish any puffiness that's going on. I love love this product! 

     So far I'v been using these products everyday (except the Purifying Face Scrub which it indicates to be used every 2-3 times a week and the Ionic Clay Mask which should be used once a week for 10 minutes) and let me tell you that I'm freaking loving them. I have combination skin but just a bit more oily than dry and these products truly help my skin maintain a balance, and is great! I also find it amazing how brighter my skin looks just in two weeks. It amazed me because most product out there you'll have to wait a month or more to see results. Also, my skin feel so much smoother and very refresh and the GREAT PART is that these products work perfectly well for people that suffer from acne, blemishes, acne scars and uneven skin tone. Its truly perfect and truly recommend it. Also, I recommend buying their Hydrating Day Cream.  

Dach Boutique

  
       Hey Dolly's! I'm happy to say that I'm the new face of a new boutique called "Dach Boutique" which just recently open in the Bronx. Here you'll find the lasted in edgy
, classy, sassy, fashion-forward clothing styles. Whether you are in the hunt for the perfect dress, that perfect outfit for a date, a fashionable workday outfit, or whichever may be the case, Dach Boutique definitely has it all covered! Not only is the latest fashion-forward clothes being sell at Dach Boutique but also a variety of beautiful accessories, handbags and shoes at an affordable price. You simply cannot find something you wouldn't love!
       I'm so happy I got presented with the opportunity by the owner Dashira, she is truly an amazing person. She always stay alert of all the newest style for all her customers, so you'll definitely be always up to date with what is trending out there in the fashion world... AND with the holidays right around the corner, Dach Boutique is the place to go to buy that perfect holiday dress/outfit! So definitely follow Dach Boutique on Instagram and stop by the store ;) promise you'll be coming back for more. -xoxo




                                     "Dach Boutique"
                               Instagram: @dach_boutique 
                    Adress: 286 W. Fordham Rd. Bronx, NY
                          Phone number: (347) 879-6486

Outfit Inspiration

One of my favorite online store is "Smoochxoxo". Their clothes are just amazingly beautiful. You literally want to buy everything.   

                                  Ripped Boyfriend Jeans

If you know me, you know I'm obsess with ripped jeans and specially ripped boyfriend jeans. Many people have ask me where I get my jeans from ...so here you go my loves!

http://www.boohoo.com/usa/icat/boohoo/ebiz/boohoo/invt/azz25980?cj_linkd=11381161&cj_webid=2178999&cj_sid=1105075362&cj_affid=1909792&cj_affname=ShopStyle.com&utm_source=COMMISSIONJUNCTION&utm_medium=AFF&utm_term=2178999&cm_mmc=affiliates-_-commissionjunction-_-2178999-_-alpha&source=CJ

http://www.boohoo.com/usa/icat/boohoo/ebiz/boohoo/invt/azz25980?cj_linkd=11381161&cj_webid=2178999&cj_sid=1105080976&cj_affid=1909792&cj_affname=ShopStyle.com&utm_source=COMMISSIONJUNCTION&utm_medium=AFF&utm_term=2178999&cm_mmc=affiliates-_-commissionjunction-_-2178999-_-alpha&source=CJ

                                
                                      H&M Handbags

I'm totally obsess with H&M handbags. I just LOVE them. They are so elegant and chic looking and I love how they go with almost any outfit :) !

http://www.hm.com/us/subdepartment/LADIES?Nr=4294966587#Nr=4294926110

Sun-Kissed Baby !

          Who doesn't love a dewy sun-kissed look? I sure do. If you want that perfect luminous glow then you definitely need to try the M.A.C "Lustre Drops". This provides the perfect natural dewy skin and highlight. You can mix this with your foundation (1 to 2 drops) for an all over healthy glow or just dab a little bit on your cheekbones for a natural highlight. You could buy this at Macy's or any M.A.C stores. Also, some makeup websites sells them. ( I use the color "Sun Rush" ).

Dewy Foundation

Foundation Perfection ! 

The Hello Flawless Oxygen Wow foundation from Benefit Cosmetics has become my favorite foundation from all time! 🙊 Why?
because is a oil free brightening liquid foundation with SPF 25! This foundation has a light to medium coverage and it feels so light weight. You won't even notice that you have foundation on and of course that's what all women wants. When I use other foundations I usually tend to get so oily after certain hours but not with this one! I can honestly say this foundation last me for about 10 hr's or more, sounds crazy right? Love it! This foundation comes in 9 different shades. I just wish it came in many more shades. You could get it at any Sephora or online at Benefit Cosmetics. The retail price is $36. 
(I'm in the color Amber "I'm so glamer")

Our Skin

    Our skin. Our skin is the body's largest organ and unlike other organs, the skin is visible. The same way your internal organs gets damage it also happens to your outer organ. Your skin. When you expose your skin to the cold, sun without protection, stress, no sleep, and pollutant, smoking, and alcohol, the negatives results to all of that will soon be shown if you don't take care of it. Your skin will start looking dehydrated and show signs of aging at an early age. There's four different type of skin...

Normal Skin/Combination Skin: Has no large pores, rarely breakouts, and never has a bad reaction towards skin products or makeup products.

•        The way to to determine if you have normal skin is by checking if your cheeks tend to be slightly dry and around your noise oily. Usually, when you deal with skin like this that has one part oily and another part dry is best to buy different products to treat each area separately. 

Oily Skin: Always feel greasy, is likely to suffer from breakouts and blackheads.

• Our skin produce an oil called "sebum" which keeps our skin healthy but too much sebum can be bad for your skin and that's when "oily" skin starts. Oily skin has it advantage. Women or men with this type of skin tend to have fewer wrinkles but they also have their disadvantage. They tend to suffer from breakouts and due to the excessive oil, it blocks the pores. When it comes to makeup, some makeup won't last long on your skin and in a few hours you'll see the shininess coming back. Ways to have that balance on your skin...

1. Use an oil control lotion all over your face
2. Wash your face twice a day with soaps that are specially made for dry skin only!
3. Use a face toner. Face toners for oily skin will close up your pores and dry up any excessive oil. Also, make sure it doesn't have any fragrance in them.
4. Exfoliate your skin!. You can make your own by mixing oatmeal with aloe vera. Break the oatmeal into small little pieces and mix it with the aloe vera to create a paste. Then rub your face for 2-3 minutes with it.
5. Through out the day blot your face with blotting paper. You could find these at any drugstore near you. 
6. Use oil-free makeup ONLY!

Sensitive Skin: Always has a bad reaction when using skin products that includes fragrance or lanolin, and the skin may feel itchy or bumpy.

• Women with sensitive skin tend to have a negative reaction toward products with high fragrance and no natural ingredients, so in that case a moisturizer without fragrance and natural ingredients included are to be more gentle to the skin. Ways to have balance on your skin...

1. Avoid products with alcohol and perfume!
2. Don't use exfoliants that may be too harsh on the skin.
3. Use organic products, they work best for sensitive skin. But always test them before applying or buying.
4. Use "hypoallergenic" cleaners and moisturizer that are made specially for sensitive skin. 

Dry Skin: Feels tight and dry after a washing, and shows sign of aging very quickly such as dry wrinkles appearance.

• The reason some people tend to have dry skin is because your body loses moisture faster than it can be replaced. The production of our natural oil is minimal and of course pores are not visible. The only advantage is that people with dry skin don't tend to breakout but they do tend to show signs of aging very quickly. Ways to have that balance on your skin you will need to...

1. Buy skincare products that has "high water content"
2. Drink at least 8 to 10 cup of water a day! 
3. Buy a sunscreen that has SPF 15.
4. Wash with soaps that has natural products in it such as avocado and coconut. 
5. Applying a Aloe mask twice a week is great for dry skin and also use creams that contain Shea butter and vitamin A and E to revive your skin and protect it.
6. When it comes to makeup, using a light  moisturizing foundation is best for you. And oil base products are preferable for dry skin.