4.28.2015

Product Review: Mario Badescu Facial Spray

Hello everyone! This is going to be a product review--- well it's going to be a rave because the stuff is amazing!!! Mario Badescu Facial Spray with Aloe, Herbs, & Rosewater leaves your skin feeling baby soft.

Here is what it's described as:
"A refreshing, hydrating mist to use anywhere anytime. Simply formulated with fragrant herbal extracts and rosewater for a pleasant, pick me up for dehydrated, tight and uncomfortable skin. Spray your day and night creams for a boost of hydration or use it to set make-up or spray on dry hair throughout the day. Safe for all skin types. Gentle, non-irritating."

I love spraying this on my face in the morning and also love drenching it on myself at nighttime after my moisturizer. 
I'll be the first to admit I have neglected my skin so much but now as I'm approaching 30, I'm more conscious about skin care. This spray does not replace your moisturizer but it's great to use throughout the day. It feels cool to the skin and so refreshing and light. It's not sticky and does not make your hair feel gunky if it gets on it. It's actually recommended to be sprayed all over the face, neck, and even hair!

Note: If you hate rose scented products, this is not for you!

Where to purchase? I got mine from Ulta but I also see that it's available on Amazon (prime shipping is available), Nordstrom, and Mario Badescu online just to name a few. It's inexpensive--- only $7! Give it a try! You won't regret it!

P. S. I'm not exactly sure if it's safe to use during pregnancy so please consult your OB/GYN if you are pregnant. Here are the listed ingredients: 

Aqua (Water, Eau), Propylene Glycol, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Rosa Canina Extract, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Leaf Extract, Fucus Vesiculosus Extract, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Polysorbate 20, Parfum (Fragrance), Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Chloride, Citronellol, Geraniol, CI 17200 (Red 33), CI 42090 (Blue 1)



4.22.2015

Subtle and Sexy

Here is a look I did that's appropriate for day or night!

This beautiful lady usually never wears makeup so it was a success to even convince her to try some on! She was a great sport and I really enjoyed doing her makeup. I went for a more subtle look giving her a sun kissed glow and peachy tone to her cheeks. She really loved the color of the lipgloss, which suits her perfectly! One day, I have a feeling she will discover how much she loves makeup lol! For now, let's take baby steps to get her to feel as sexy as she looks!





BEFORE




AFTER










Pretty in Pink

Rosey glow for a beautiful woman! This is a look I did back in February right around Valentine's Day. I did a rosey-pinky look on her and I really loved how it turned out. Once again my post pregnancy brain forgot to take a "Before" shot, but enjoy the pictures! Maybe next time she will let me do a dramatic look on her!









Everyday Bronzy Look

This is a look I did back in January. This woman has such beautiful skin, I'm so jealous! I didn't even use foundation on her, just concealer for highlighting under the eyes and tiny bit on the forehead and chin. You will see this beautiful face again! I had done a glam look on her before but I totally forgot to whip out my nice camera to take pictures so I shall recreate that look as soon as she comes over again!

Without further ado...




BEFORE





AFTER









Bridal Makeup

Here comes the Bride! 

I did this gorgeous woman's makeup for her special day on December 30, 2014. She's absolutely gorgeous to begin with but after her bridal makeup, she took my breath away! What a stunner! I know you guys will agree how amazing she looked. Due to the time crunch, I completely forgot to take a "Before" shot. Going forward I'll try my best to always provide the "Before" shot for any makeup transformations I do. Let me know if you want me to list the products I used as well. 

Photoshoot Time! lol









Welcome! You've Found Nima!

Hi everyone! 

Thank you for stopping by my blog. I've decided to restart this blog with a fresh new look. So what is this blog going to be about you may ask? 

I'll be posting:
  • Makeup transformations 
  • Product reviews
  • Swatches (I'm MAC's NC44 for reference)
  • Discussions about anything makeup related including new product releases 

Regardless of what the content may be, I just hope to make it a fun and enjoyable experience for both you and I! 

I would love your input and suggestions for any makeup looks or product reviews. My theory is even if I am able to reach just one person, this blog is a success! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for letting me be a part of your life.


Lots of love,

Nima

P.S. I am a makeup junkie and I know it's not normal to hoard makeup lol Please accept me as I am! 

P.P.S. I'll include some images of my makeup collection to promote discussions of products.