Friday, February 12, 2016

Daily Skin Care Routine

Daily Skin Care Routine and Get to Know the Brand Glossier!


"Invest in Skin Care, Color You Can Find Anywhere" - SG

I have believed since a young age that Skin Care is so much more important than makeup. My theory has always been, and I have said it here before, that "your makeup can only look as good as your canvas". I like to think of my Face as my Canvas and makeup as what I use to play it up or down. I can simply enhance my features with it or create any look that my imagination takes me. Throughout experimenting with makeup I have learned that when it comes down to it, your makeup will only look as good as what lies beneath.

I will forever be indebted to a makeup artist I met in my very young twenties who taught me the importance of what lies beneath. I met him at a makeup counter at my favorite department store and would visit him to purchase makeup and to have it done for special events. I was younger then, and I had much more time to attend events so I saw him quite often. I would always want to buy whatever new lipstick, blush or eyeshadow he used on me. One day he finally stopped me as I was excitedly screeching what I wanted to buy and said, "Why are you wasting your money on all this high end makeup at your age and not investing in skin care?". Well that struck me by surprise because it made no sense to me. I was very young and had thought that I wasn't ready for advanced skin care yet. I didn't think I was ready for all of those lotions and potions. So one day I caved to his advice and I spent enough on a face cream that could have bought me four 4 makeup products. I went home not very happy because I didn't get my makeup fix! I only had this cream. After I started to use the cream, I finally began to get it! My skin never looked better! My skin was brighter and more vibrant than it had ever been. I felt so much more confident with my skin, that I actually started to wear less makeup. I already had nice skin, but the cream brought out the radiance of what I was unknowingly hiding behind all those foundations that I didn't even need yet! From that point on my motto was "Invest in Skin Care, Color You Can Find Anywhere!". I began to spend less on makeup and more on skin care. I loved seeing a return on my investments and I couldn't have been happier!

I would advise anyone new to skin care or anyone looking to expand their routine to read on as I share my routine. I would also advise you to visit Glossier to find similar products to what I share that will improve your skin. I love "Glossier" because they share many of the same views on skin care as I do. They believe in it's importance and that starting with a primed canvas can take you anywhere. The name Glossier might sound familiar to you as it was started by the creator of the celebrated "Into the Gloss". I was very humbled when they asked me to share my skin care routine and I hope you enjoy it.

I am now going to take you through my basic every day Skin Care Routine. I use the same products morning and night so it makes it simpler and more affordable. Of course being a self proclaimed Skin Care Connoisseur, I still like to dabble in different brands and I am always wanting to get my hands on the latest and greatest! I might try out tons of different product but I always fall back to this routine because it has never let me down. I hope you enjoy my routine and please look for similar products that I have found on Glossier.

Cleansing Products:

Face Wash:
Fresh Soy Face Cleanser has been my favorite face wash for years. My eyes are so sensitive that I cannot even use eye makeup remover made for sensitive eyes. I love this face wash because it does not irritate my eyes and I can use it all over my face. Meaning, I don't have to use separate products to cleanse my face. It saves me time, money and leaves my skin feeling clean. What else could I ask for! I follow washing my face using an Oxy Skin Clearing Pad when I have a tiny breakout to keep it at bay.

Nothing like Starting off your Day with Fresh Skin and Caffeine! 

Similar Glossier Face Wash: 
The Milky Jelly Cleanser can be used all over your face and eyes!


Toner:
La Mer The Tonic has been my toner of choice forever. It preps your skin for your products and it is gentle. I take a silk pad and swipe it all over my face. The silk pad helps to absorb the tonic and leaves my face feeling smooth and clean.

Silk Pads are Proven Not Only to be Gentler on the Skin, but to Make your Products Work Better !
Similar Glossier Product:
The Soothing Face Mist will Tone and Prep your face for your skin care.


Skin Care Products:

Serum:
I used to use two differnet serums by La Mer. One in the Morning to Brighten and one at Night to Firm and Lift. After the launch of the Serum Essence, there was no need for two different serums because this one does it all. I have been using it since it's launch and have not strayed.

The Serum Essence Not Only has the Crystal Miracle Broth, but three additional Forms of the Broth and the refined 24k Gold-Infused Genaissance!

Face Cream:
The Original Creme De La Mer has been my Favorite Skin Cream in the World for over Ten Years. When I was younger, I used to try so many different creams that claimed to be similar to it. I would use the cream for a couple of weeks and go right back to La Mer and end up with a half empty jars of waste. If I could add up all the jars I wasted, I could buy my next two years supply of this cream. Although I wasted a lot of money, it taught me a valuable lesson. If you find something that works really well for you, stick with it. Even if that meant spending a little more for me than I would have liked, it is far better than wasting money and product.

What Better to Have Burning while you Apply your La Mer Creme than a La Mer Candle!
Similar Glossier Product:
The Priming Moisturizer will leave you with a clean, dewy, balanced finish.


Eye Cream:
The only time I have really strayed from La Mer is with my eye cream. I have been using Cle De Pea's Intensive Eye Contour Cream for Years. It not only works like some sort of magical eye cream, but it does not irritate my eyes. I find it to be one of the very few creams that I can apply all around my eyes without any irritation. It comes with an applicator that makes it a relaxing ritual while using it.

Lip Serum:
Cle De Peaus's The Lip Serum is fairly new to me but it has quickly became part of my regime. I always place this serum on last after my eye cream. In the morning, I use it just on my lips and massage it in with my finger. At night, I not only massage it into my lips but also around my entire lip line to prevent those tiny little lines you get with aging. This serum not only leaves an instant plump but is a long term anti-aging treatment for your lips.

The Perfect Pair! My Favorites From Cle De Peau! 
Hands and Extra Tip:

La Mer's Renewal Oil comes quite handy on nights I am exhausted or mornings that I don't have the time to follow all of my steps. I grab my Renewal Oil and apply a few drops over my face. It gives an instant lasting glow and you can even run the excess through your hair. It is a wonderful product to have on hand for days you don't have the time but want to look like you did. Lastly, I end my skin care routine with La Mer's the Hand Treatment. I love the fact of knowing that it is not just moisturizing my hands but treating them as well.

Always Treat Yourself Right! You Deserve It!

Similar Glossier Product:
The Balm Dotcom is a hydrating, long-lasting, do-everything skin salve that’s packed with antioxidants and natural emollients to nourish and repair dry, irritated skin. Perfect for when you are in a hurry.


Try the Moisturizing Moon Mask if you prefer a Mask for a quick fix or for whenever you need an extra dose of comforting moisture.


Final Thoughts:
I have been using La Mer and Cle De Peau for years and have probably tried most of their products. I would honestly say my face would not be where it is healthwise today without them and also learning these two simple lessons:
"Invest in Skin Care, Color You can Find Anywhere!"
"Stick with what works for You!"
I hope you enjoyed my post about my skin care routine and I hope you visit Glossier, I know I will be.

Thanks,

Sik Glam

Monday, March 2, 2015

MAC'S Disney CINDERELLA Collection


MAC Disney's CINDERELLA Collection

The MAC CINDERELLA Collection

I don't know about you, but the Story of Cinderella has been one of my most favorite Disney Fairy Tales since I was a little girl. I would go into the Epic Tale of Cinderella and how she found her Prince, but I am sure that we all know it. It is such a Classic Love Story that so many little girls dream of and know so well. So I was so Happy when MAC made a piece of my dream come true, by releasing a Makeup Collection based on the Fairy Tale. I had resisted the urge to spend my Christmas MAC gift card, and I am so happy that I did. I honestly felt like a Princess playing with the makeup, because it is so beautifully packaged and presented. I am so excited to wear the makeup and watch the remake of the movie coming out this month. I am going to share with you what I got, because a lot of it has sold out online. PLEASE don't fret my pretties, the Collection is Going to Be Available in MAC stores on March 5th. 

Here's what I Chose from the Epic Collection:

MAC Stroke of Midnight Eye Shadow Palette
Cinderella Studio Fix BoldBlack Mascara
The MAC Studio Fix Mascara has the Standard Mascara head
but the Beautiful Blue Cinderella Packaging.
MAC Studio Eye Gloss
Pearl Varnish on the Left
Lightly Tauped on the Right
MAC Cinderella Pigments
Reflects Pearl on the Left
Pretty in up on the Right
MAC CINDERELLA LIP COLLECTION
FREE AS A BUTTERFLY LUSTRE LIPSTICK
HAPPILY EVER AFTER LIP GLOSS
GLASS SLIPPER LIP GLOSS
MAC CINDERELLA POWDERS
BEAUTY POWDER IN MYSTERY PRINCESS
PRESSED IRIDESCENT POWDER IN COUPE D'CHIC
MAC CINDERELLA EYESHADOW PALETTE SWATCHES
SWATCHED FROM TOP LEFT TO BOTTOM RIGHT ON PALETTE

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MAC CINDERELLA EYE GLOSS & PIGMENT SWATCHES
PEARL VANISH, LIGHTLY TAUPED, 
REFLECTS PEARL, PRETTY IT UP

MAC CINDERELLA LIP PRODUCTS:
LIPSTICK  LUSTRE IN FREE AS A BUTTERFLY
LIPGLASS IN HAPPILY EVER AFTER
LIPGLASS IN GLASS SLIPPER
MAC CINDERELLA POWDERS:
BEAUTY POWDER IN MYSTERY PRINCESS
IRIDESCENT POWDER IN COUPE D'CHIC
Final Thoughts:
I am so Happy that I saved my MAC gift card and waited for this Collection. It is so beautifully done and something to Cherish. I hope that you enjoyed this post and that you get yourself a piece of this Collection. Everyone deserves to Feel and be Treated like a Princess...;)

Thank You,

Sik Glam

Monday, August 25, 2014

Knee High Socks F/W Fashion Trend

Knee High Socks
The Sock that Keeps Kickin' It...



Knee Socks are not only one of the longest running fashion trends, but one of the most stylish fashion trends for this upcoming Fall/Winter Season. They seem to be everywhere I look lately that I can't miss them. I see them in stores, online, and in all the fashion magazines. I can't help but smile when I see them featured, because I love wearing them so much. Knee Socks have been around forever and they have long been a favorite of mine to wear. This is mainly due to the fact that you can wear them all year round and in so many different ways. They are so versatile in the way that you can style them, that I have almost found a way to incorporate them into a look for every thing that I do. If I counted my collection including thigh high socks (another Great Fashion Staple),  it would probably be close to over 100 pairs collected over the years. This might seem like a lot to some, but remember that they come in so many different colors, patterns, and styles and can be worn all year long. So when I was asked by Chrissy's Knee Socks to do a write up on Knee Socks, I did not hesitate to say "Yes"! I had already bought from the brand in the past and I am a Huge Fan of the Knee Sock!

Chrissy Knee Sock's in an online store that offers hundreds of knee socks for you to choose from. The Knee Socks range from solids to the most funky socks you could ever imagine. You can even customize your own knee sock. That is next on my list! They are also proudly made in America! Chrissy Knee Socks is the best place to get your knee socks from because of the variety to choose from and the price. They are of excellent quality and comfort!

Now I am going to show you a few ways I like to  wear them. If I were to show you all the ways, well there would be hundreds of photos. So here are a few photos of the ways I like to wear them. Hopefully they will inspire you to pull some on and see what you've been missing!

Strollin':



Love Wearing Knee High Socks Paired with a Dress, Hat and a Mini BackPack! 

Knee High Socks are a Must for a Campus Girl! 

New Style Alert:




Scrunching Your Knee Socks Down! Love Wearing this Look with Flats! 



Kickin' It:



Love Wearing a Mini Dress Styled with Knee High Socks and a Faux Leather Jacket!


Love Wearing Knee High Socks with Fall's Hottest Boot! The Motto!

Peakin' Out of Rain or Snow Boots:



They Will Keep Your Feet Warm and Dry in Your Favorite Rain or Snow Boots!



They Look so Adorable Peaking out of your Boots Matching Your Accessories!


Horsin' Around:



Very Comfortable in any Boot!



We Both Love and Have Knee Socks!


Final Thoughts:


I hope you enjoyed this post and it inspired you to get out there and wear some Knee Socks. These were just some of the ways that you can wear them, but there are so many other ways and styles to chose from. I think that is why the Knee Sock has never really gone out of style, because they are so versatile and loved by so many. I really hope you enjoyed this post and please go to http://www.kneehighsocks.org to check out Chrissy's Knee Sock's and her Vast Selection of Socks! They really are Incredible! Enjoy!

Thanks,

Sik Glam