Acne and teenage was synonymous for many of us including me. One thing I have battled with even before turning 13 was acne/pimples with oily skin. Though I was never conscious about how I looked but people can’t function without negativity and bringing others down. Honestly, it made me really embarrassed, lost my confidence and I had no idea what led to this neither how to help the situation.

Initially I tried keeping a separate soap  (yes, back in the day there were no facewash or at least I wasn’t aware), replaced the regular face towel with a soft cotton cloth, I didn’t really used any makeup and had a close check on my diet though it wasn’t really bad. My skin was still visibly oily and sensitive so nothing really worked.
When I was 14 my aunt introduced me to Neutrogena face bar for acne prone skin, it changed my Life completely and I never looked back. My acne calmed down in the first week and in the next few weeks it was totally under control. Later I switched to the Neutrogena acne prone facewash in the next few months and this product became my staple no matter what.

My skin was visibly clear and I no more picked or popped any of the pimples because the facewash did handled my skin quite well and it was my ride or die skincare product.

It penetrates deep to clean pores to help prevent pimples by removing excess oil and surface buildup.
I have recommended this to my friends and cousin and it has helped them too. Since my skin was excessively oily/combination type, the salicylic acid present didn’t really made my skin dry.so this might not work for the normal-dry skin type.

I would always carry facewash in my bag just in case I went to see my friend/cousins and stayed over or wherever I go, I didn’t wanted to feel the same way again even for a day. I have used the Neutrogena Oil free Acne wash for over 9 years which transitioned my skin tremendously. I no longer feared about the monthly visitors or any hormonal changes cos I had my weapons ready. My skin is way less oily and sensitive now, I can describe my skin type as normal to combination and that’s not less than a great achievement for me.

That was my acne story, do share your thoughts with me. Connect with me on my Instagram and Facebook.

We haven’t loved ABH Modern Renaissance enough yet and the Brand has announced their upcoming product, keeping their fans in mind. Anastasia Beverly hills subculture is the newest addition and has already become a fan favorite.

The palette has 14 eyeshadows with cool shades like mustard to teal and army green, and warm tones like metallic copper   it sure has hues which Modern Renaissance was lacking .

The makeup junkies on Instagram are freaking out and loving the darker side of this palette and its proving to be the Must have for fall.

I can’t wait to see all the makeup tutorials and looks on this.

It launches on 25^th July and you better be ready to shop the second it goes live.

It’s time that we stop acting like a acne-prone teenager showing  frustration on snapchat for the new guests on face and start taking skin overhauls seriously!

Following a skin care routine is must for your today if you really want to nurture your skin and stave off aging later.

1. So, there are two important things to act upon in your routine i.e. Sunscreen and Antioxidants.

And if you’re someone who thinks to skimp off sunscreen because you’re home or indoors mostly (we all know ‘Life in Middle-eastern countries’) but you are still wrong. Imagine walking up to your car from your building and sun is coming through your windshield, the harmful UV rays will still effect you.

I’m definitely not telling you what UV exposure does to your skin because you know that already [UV rays are the main factor that causes aging and so much more]
 so yeah, please get that sunscreen with Spf30 .

Antioxidants are perfect for reducing oxygen-free radicals, the unstable particles that damage our skin cells. Free radicals can potentially lead to sun damage and even skin cancers that are emitted when your body breaks down food or taken in when your body is exposed to harmful irritants, stress or even poor diets.
All in all increase your intake in food rich in vitamin A, vitamin C and Vitamin E

2. Keeping your skin clean

Starting and ending your day with washing your face is the best thing you can do for your face!

Cleansing and finding the right product is critical yet crucial and you can only do it yourself. Understand the needs of your skin and re-think if your using same products which was once effective and now causing acne, irritation or similar since we don’t have the same skin as we did few years back.
- Upgrade your cleanser
- keep your skin moisturized
- Spot treat your acne

And please don’t sleep with your makeup on, seriously!

3. Fats is the new diet.

Eating right and working out matters for your skin not just face but for the entire body. Staying hydrated not only shows on your face but it is healthy too.

Including nuts and seeds in your diet which are packed with vitamins and antioxidants is essential to delay the process of anti-aging,

Remember! Consistency is the key.

Sticking to a routine is going to do wonders for the coming the 30s and later. No product is going to work if you use it once in a blue moon.

 Sona Gasparian

        

Photo : simplysona.com

I’ve always said myself “I want to do it” and have been contemplating until he looked into my eyes and told,

‘Let it begin’,
No matter how long or short your journey will be, LET IT BEGIN,
 No matter whether it will be successful or not, LET IT BEGIN!

The Beginning

So here I’m starting fresh with new ideas and new way of thinking. I’m on the hunt for who I always wanted to be and yet to become. The beginning. Yes the first step in blogging and I’ve finally jumped on the bandwagon!

I would love to share my zeal for makeup, my passion of soaking all the knowledge about it, watching YouTube videos has become more of a joy than an activity itself!

I hope my passion inspire you too in anyway it can and make you feel beautiful.

Thank you!