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Monday 20 June 2016

Freeman masks reviews- clay masks, anti-stress mask and hydrating masks





In today’s blog post I’m going to review the masks from freeman shown above. Freeman masks are not only amazing but also very cheap. For the price we pay for freeman masks it’s very good in quality. I’ve had a different experience with all the types of masks that they are offering. I’ll share my thoughts and views on all the four masks above.




I’ll start by reviewing avocado and oatmeal clay mask by freeman because it’s so far the best and my most favorite mask. It deeply purifies and clarifies my skin and not only can I feel it but can see it too. My face really softens after I apply the mask. It takes about 10 minutes to completely dry. I use it all the time and I’ve had great experience with it and I believe it’s the kind of mask I would definitely recommend to those who have acne prone skin. On the other hand avocados smell a lot but this mask doesn’t. I pretty much like the fragrances of all the masks of freeman.


 It’s the second best to the avocado mask I believe the formula is kind of same it also purifies the skin deeply which is visible. It also smoothes the skin which is great. But it’s not as strong as the avocado mask. I would recommend this for people who have normal skin. It dries about in 10 minutes and it’s definitely worth the price.


I absolutely love this mask can stop using it. It says it’s an anti-stress mask don’t know whether it takes away stress from my skin or not but personally I really like it when I apply the mask. One of the main reasons is that it’s one of the most beautiful masks I’ve ever seen. The mask has a beautiful blue color like the packaging and when you apply it on your face you don’t look hideous like with other masks. It’s actually a very different color for a mask I believe. Another reason is that it also purifies your skin which is also pretty much visible and it’s definitely smooth. It claims that it’s an anti-stress mask so I use it before doing my makeup for an event and I would definitely recommend using this mask before applying makeup for an event. I believe that with a clear and smooth skin you can apply makeup much better and it also looks much better.

This mask is very gorgeous especially when you apply initially. It’s definitely not my favorite mask. It takes a lot of time approximately about 20-25 minutes to dry out. After applying it skin feels fresher, softer and brighter but only for few hours. I would not recommend using this at night. It’s probably better if you use it during the day. It’s a hydrating mask which I believe serves its purpose.
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Monday 13 June 2016

Makeup reviews- Mac Prep+Prime, Kryolan ultra setting spray, and Flormar makeup fix spray





Makeup fixers and setting sprays are very in and effective these days. There are a lot of makeup fixers and setting sprays out there in the market. Makeup setting sprays actually locks in all your makeup and keeps it fresh for long period of time. If your makeup is cakey it gives it a very blended and a nice finishing to it. I have actually tried few makeup fixer/sprays recently and I actually like the outcome and use it every time after my makeup. So far my experience has been very great. Sometimes I use it for the purpose of refreshing my makeup than just locking it.





I’ve used Flormar makeup fixer spray, Kryolan ultra setting spray and Mac’s Prep+Prime. They all are kind of different from each other.

My first impression about Kryolan makeup fixer spray is that the essence is very strong but in the long run it actually makes the makeup stay longer. It also blends in the access makeup very well. You don’t need even need to retouch or apply makeup again. So I would definitely recommend it but one thing is clear that the smell is very strong and I believe you can’t use it daily at least I don’t. It’s best that one uses once in a while for an event or a party.

I’ve used Mac’s prep and prime too in fact I use it most of the time. I’m not exactly sure whether it locks in the makeup but it surely blends the excess and gives it a smooth finish. It smells nice and it’s very refreshing. I use it for multiple reasons not just for blending my makeup. I use it to enhance the eye shadows by spraying a little on my eye shadow brush and even the highlighter. I even use it sometimes before the makeup to make my foundation last longer.

I’ve also used Flormar makeup fix spray which is pretty good as well. It locks in the makeup very well but it’s not as strong as Kryolan ultra setting spray. I really don’t like the smell as well and I would prefer to apply from very far.
My experience with all of three makeup setting sprays has been very good but personally I prefer using MAC Prep+Prime.







Saturday 4 June 2016

Summer Specials ( fresh drinks)





Special drinks for summers







PINA COLADA

Beat the heat with Pina coladas this summer. I'm a huge sucker for Pina coladas everywhere I go I definitely try one. So I have been searching for recipes for Pina coladas. I've tried many so I mixed few recipes and came up with one of my own. It's very simple and affordable as compared to the ones we buy at restaurants.

INGREDIENTS:-
v  Pineapple juice any brand ~1 cup

v  Fresh milk ~1/2 cup 
v  Coconut milk or powder it's optional~2 Tbsp.
v  Cream~ 1/2 cup
v  Ice cubes ~ 1-1/2 cup depending on how cold you want.
v  Lemon juice~ 1-2 Tbsp.
                           
METHOD:-
 Blend all the ingredients in a blender and serve it in a cool glass and may be garnish it with pineapple and a small umbrella to give it the restaurant/cafe effect. 








So here we are with another recipe that I swear by and I’ve actually named it ‘watermelon breeze’. In scorching heat you need more than just plain water. Recently I have been obsessed with healthy cool drinks for summer that satisfies your thirst and yet is healthy so you don’t feel guilty of consuming so many calories.  
WATERMELON BREEZE:

INGREDIENTS:-

v  3-4 cups sliced water melon (don’t emphasize on the shape it doesn’t matter)
v  ½ cup water
v  1-1/2 cup crushed ice
v  pinch or 2 of black salt
v  1-3 tbsp lemon (depends how you like it I prefer 3 sometimes 4)

METHOD:-
Blend all the ingredients in a blender and voila you’ll have an amazing tasty drink that will surely quench your thirst. Garnish it with peppermint and an small umbrella whichever way you like it. No hard and fast rule.

TIP: choose the perfect and sweet watermelon this way the drink would be even tastier.

Watermelon Benefits:-
Not only watermelon is tasty and everyone’s favorite but it also comes with many nutritional benefits. It proves high amount of vitamins, mineral, antioxidants, for a fewer amount of calories. An adequate amount of watermelon which is one cup it formulates and maintains collagen in our body. Studies also show that watermelon helps in combating various health problems and diseases. For a detailed research you can log on to medicalnewstoday website and check further details.


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Thursday 2 June 2016

Nivea post-shave balm/primer



So some of you must be wondering that who came up with using Nivea after shave balm as a primer. So let me give the glorious details. One of my favorite you tuber Nikkie from nikkietutorials came up with this insane idea. She was staying with her boyfriend and just foun out that she forgot her primer and moisturizer and that’s a nightmare. She basically had nothing to use before applying her foundation so she just grabbed her boyfriends Nivea post shave balm and applied it all over her face. Later she felt her makeup didn’t wear off and somehow her skin also felt smooth. She thought maybe it’s the foundation or the other products she used. She repeated the same routine again and somehow found that using Nivea post shave balm have helped her.

She did a little research on her own and found out that it contains glycerin (which has sticking properties) that helps in keeping foundation on skin all day long and also has a smoothing effect on her skin. She than as always shared the information with her followers who then started to use it to see whether it works or not. Not only her followers but her fellow youtubers also used it and some of them swear by it such as Jeffrey Star, Desi Perkins and many more.

This is affordable and effective and does what other primers do which is keep your makeup stick to your face all day long. But it has another advantage which is the smoothing effect. I have personally used it several times and I couldn’t see any major disadvantage besides it smells like men’s perfume (which I live btw). So yes I would definitely recommend it.
The proper way to use Nivea post-shave balm:
v  Take a small amount in your hands.
v  Apply it all over your face and neck.
v  Use the tips of your fingers.
v  Don’t smudge the balm just apply smoothly.
v  Wait for few seconds (30-50) until it becomes tacky.
v  Now apply your foundation and see the results and thank me later.
I hope you liked this article for other posts check my blog and follow me on instagram which is @amarasvivaciousworld


Wednesday 1 June 2016

Choker is the new Black



Title suggests choker is the new black and the interesting thing is chokers are very much likable in black. Chokers are the hot new of the year everyone is raving about it. Choker business started back in the 90’s when Princess Diana and Madonna were in vogue. It was very common back then and now thanks to the Kardashians and Jenners it’s in vogue again. We also have to thank some famous models for the trend as well such as Gigi Hadid, Cara Delevingne, and Hailey Baldwin. After these models wore chokers other models and actresses also picked up pace with them. Later social media influencers and bloggers also started this trend. So that’s how the choker business was all over in fashion world again. Some very famous designers have also come up with chokers such as Versace introduced a whole set of chokers which Gigi Hadid seems to like a lot.
There are plain chokers as well as the fancy ones of gold, diamonds and Swarovski so you should choose what tickles your fancy. Matching chokers and dresses are also very trendy.
Chokers can be made easily at home as well especially if you have ribbons (either silk or velvet) available. The very first and basic step would be to tie the ribbon around your neck according to your preference and just cut off the excess. In case you don’t have ribbons you can always use any fabric available or buy it at the fabric store. The fancier it is the better it is for you. Take the fabric and cut the length and width according to your preference and it the borders are not neat then you can fold it inwards as well and then sew/glue it. You can always use buttons or hoops to tie the two ends together. Honestly you don’t need to go through the whole drama of DIY because chokers are easily available in many stores.
I hope you liked this post and you can also follow me in instagram @amarasvivaciousworld and do suggest on my instagram about what you want to see further.
XOXO Ammara 






Here's to new beginnings



Welcome beautiful people to my very first post. This post is all about the new beginnings and a little bit of my self. Today I'm starting my life long dream of being a blogger. Whoa wait I'm not that old but when it comes to fulfilling your dreams it takes a lot of time at least in your head. So once Walt Disney said when you can dream it, you can do it and that's what i am doing. I'm that girl in school who never paid attention to studies but when something was challenging and difficult I wanted to deal with it even currently in university I do the same. That's because i love challenges.

I'm the kind of girl who never paid attention in class but always sensed what was going on other life. who's crushing on who'm,who's having affair with whom, who's faking it, who bunked, cheated, who's lying and basically everything. 

I love makeup, fashion, books, travelling, skincare, jewelry and especially food (those people who dislike pizza, cheese burger, mac and cheese, sushi,  cheese cake, chocolate, candies, jellies, subs, yogurt ice cream- should kindly refrain from my posts. cuz you know what life is too short just eat the damn cupcake) So basically my blog will cover every thing "I've got you guys, I've got you" ( In DJ Khaled's voice)

So come along and join me in this journey. MEET ME aka AMMARA. Like, literally. XOXO YOUR GIRL