Glow all out review and an apology.

Soo sorry for the absence I have been soo busy and poorly.
I've not been able to keep up my mini series series of recipes for health benefits. I thought I'd leave you with a quick review of a product I have been in LOVE with lately!

Yes, it's another from Soap and Glory (love them). "Glow all out" what they say...

"Use it to lift up your cheekbones or dust lightly all over for a 'moonlit' look. Featuring LIGHTSCRAMBLE™ Luminospheres Pigment Pearls and extended wear silicone technology."

What I think...
This is my go to product, I love love love this highlighter I use it on a daily basis and it has never disappointed. It last all day on some days it has been the only thing left on my face however it is not one of those products that is hard to remove with makeup remover, wipes etc. The luminosity of this powder is gorgeous with a healthu glow and blue and pink pigments going through it. It is a real must have and a definite re purchase! The packaging is also so gorgeous and eco friendly!

I had a look on the S&G website and couldn't find it so I hope they are not discontinuing it however it is still in Boots at the moment so go and grab it!

Maryam x

P.s please excuse the layout,  the blogger app is not so fantastic and I am without a laptop! 

Benefit Hello Flawless VS MAC Studio Fix Fluid

Benefit Hello Flawless

Shade: Toasted Beige 

Well what can I say this is truly a keeper! I wanted a light foundation I could wear on a daily basis but with still enough coverage. I went into Debenhams and got matched up at Benefit. The way the girl did my make-up was amazing and my skin looked flawless. When I got home and tried it my self I wasn't so keen but then thought it might be the primer so tried it without, it was ok but still wasn't perfect and I wasn't going to be repurchasing... That is until this morning when I decided to use Body Shops vitamin C skin reviver as my primer wow the foundation applied effortlessly and looked so smooth with even coverage and tone. I am now sold on this it is my favourite it is light enough for me not to notice I am wearing foundation, super blend able and lasts all day! I love the texture of the formula and how hydrating it is. Also a huge plus the packaging it is a pump which means minimum waste and so easy when your in a rush. I will definitely be repurchasing.

Overall thoughts: LOVE LOVE LOVE!

MAC Studio Fix Fluid

Shade: NC42

I used to LOVE this foundation I wore it everyday and then I stopped wearing it for a while. I find it a bit heavy at times but I think it was down to the wrong brush. I felt like it oxidised and made me look orange, saying that my skin changes and I switch my make-up regularly to keep up. It also helps to have the right moisturiser etc. at the moment my skin care regime has got a LOT better from my none existing one before. I tried my studio fix fluid the other day just to see how it would turn out and I fell in love all over the colour was perfect and I had ex foliated and moisturised before hand. The foundation lasted all day through the heat, sweat and rubbing on clothes etc. I realised why I used to love this foundation so much. The only problem is the packaging the glass bottle makes it kind of hard to get all the foundation off I have to leave the bottle upside down and I hate wasting product.

Overall thoughts: Great foundation for all kinds of coverage will re purchase.

Benefit Hello Flawless hands down WINNER!

MAC Studio Fix Fluid on the left and Benefit Hello Flawless on the right. The MAC foundation has more orange tones which can make you look a bit too orange at times whereas the Benefit make up works perfect with my skin tone.

Excuse the scratches I've got a kitten :) 

Maryam x

Turmeric - Cooking for illness

Turmeric

Turmeric is a member of the ginger family it is a root of the Curcuma Longa which grows in hot climates like India the plant needs between 20-30 degrees and mass rainfall to grow. The plants are gathered for their rhizomes (root mass) annually. You can use these fresh or in a powder or paste form.

My family being from Africa/India I have grown up with turmeric in my food and knowing about the healing  benefits of turmeric. It is an anti inflammatory and can be made into a mikly drink for sore throats. I have also used it to make the most amazing face masks leaving your skin glowing and fresh. It can be made into a paste and even used on cuts and bruises. The most popular use for it is culinary Turmeric is extremely good for your body internally and externally it is natural and therefore contains no chemicals or preservatives. It is a great healer for cancer patients as it will fight any bacteria entering the body and heal any parts of the body that need healing. It has anti bacterial, anti tumor, anti oxident and anti viral properties. My family use it in their food on a daily basis, as beauty treatments and for medical purposes.

Maryam x