Women's corner: September 2016

Essence Blogger's Beauty Secrets

Essence touch up to go!

Packing -This palette was designed by Diana. Palette comes in tight carton packaging, but it feels sturdy enough, with magnet to close it. Design is very sweet. And it's just perfect for travel.
Price - For 6-7 euros you got 17 grams of product.
About it - The palette contains a large duo blush, 3 eyeshadows in classic mauve matt purple shade (On the mauve eyeshadow), warm, chocolate brown with golden shimmer (Coffee to go eyeshadow) and a glittery champagne (Shine on eyeshadow) and a clear lip balm.
The pigmentation is medium and eyeshadows blend nicely. All colors can be combined and if you mix the the mauve eye shadow or the blush with the lip balm you can create a lip tint, but I don't do that.
Blush contains two shades: pink (Party blush) and peachy (Peach blush). I usually mix them. It contains a bit of shimmer and blends nicely.

The brush in the set has a small angled, tapered end and a soft fluffy brush at the other.

Swatched on the arm, you can see that the pigmentation is alright.

Swatches - Party blush, Peach blush, On the mauve eyeshadow, Coffee to go eyeshadow, Shine on eyeshadow

Pakovanje - Paleta je napravljena od kartona koji je izuzetno čvrst. Zatvara se pomoću magneta. Preslatkog je dizajna. Vrlo je mala, tako da je odlična za putovanja.
Cena - Za 680 RSD dobijate 17 grama proizvoda.
Moj utisak - Paleta sadrži 3 senki klasičnu mat mauve nijansu, čokoladnu toplo smeđu nijansu sa zlatnim shimmerom i nijansu između srebrne i zlatne sa zlatnim shimmerom (On the mauve eyeshadow, Coffee to go eyeshadow, Shine on eyeshadow), 2 rumenila (jedno je nežno roze nijanse, a drugo boje breskve. Ja obično pomešam te nijanse.) Balzam koji ja koristim kao balzam za usne i obožavam ga (što se da videti na fotkama haha), takodje i četkicu za nanošenje koju ja ne koristim. Paleta je odlična kada na brzinu treba da se sredite i ja je često koristim. Pigmentacija senki i rumenila je srednja, ako očekujete neku vau pigmentaciju moraću da vas razočaram jer je nećete dobiti. Senke se lako blendaju, a što se tiče dugotrajnosti mogu izdržati do 6 sati nošenja.

Sve u svemu ovo je odlična "to go" palete, kako joj i sam naziv kaže.

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Mini Empties Post

cosmetics

Here we are with mini empties post. There are some months when I finish a ton of products together and then there are some where I barely finish a bottle of anything. So let's get started, the list is not big.

Dove Essential Nourishment Body Milk

Packing - Comes in cylindrical plastic bottle, which is quite hygienic.
Price - 180RSD for 250 ml
About it - The texture is very thin and silky. It gets absorbed in my skin easily. I generally use it after shower. I found moisturizing effect very good. The smell is nice and it doesn't remind me of anything special. I really like this body milk and I recommend it.
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Pakovanje - Dolazi u belom, čvrstom pakovanju od 250ml koje je jednostavno za korišćenje i ja lično preferiram ovakva pakovanja.
Cena - Često je na stiženju, ali cena je otprilike oko 180 din.
Tekstura - Vrlo je lagane teksture, tako da se jako brzo upije i pogodan je i za zimski period. Najčešće sam ga koristila nakon tuširanja. Odlično neguje kožu i čini je mekanom, nežnom i svilenkastom. Miris je lagan i prijatan, ne asocira me ni na šta posebno. Sve u svemu obožavam ovaj losion i toplo ga preporučujem osobama sa suvom i normalnom kožom.

Avon Naturals Chocolate Body Scrub

Packing - It comes in plastic tube, which is easy to use.
Price - I think it's a little big too expensive as for a basic scrub. It's like 4-5 euros for 200ml.
About it - The smell is divine! That's the only thing I could care for. It's like chocolate and caramel and it's so so soo good. I could eat it. It also has a mousse-like consistency with very small scrubbing particles that are almost invisible. I would recommend this product if you are looking for a gentle, affordable and delicious smelling body scrub.
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Pakovanje - Plastična tubica od 200 ml
Cena - Otprilike je 400 din i iskreno mislim da je to malo previše za prosečan piling koji više dođe kao gel za tuširanje.
Tekstura - Abrazivne čestice su veoma sitne pa je piling izuzetno blag i može se koristiti svakodnevno.
Miris - To je ono što je predobro kod ovog proizvoda. Prosto mi dođe da ga pojedem. Ima miris čokolade i karamele, zaista mi se dopada.
Moj utisak - Ako volite jače pilinge definitivno ćete se razočarati. Meni više dođe kao gel za tuširanje. Ponavljam, preporučujem ga onima koji obožavaju miris čokolade.

Head & Shoulders Shampoo

Packing - White, classic bottle for this brand.
Price - Depends on where you buy it, but it's approximately 4-5 euros for 400ml.
About it - I absolutely LOVE this product. It has refreshing smell and my hair feel and smell amazing after using it. It really works for me.
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Pakovanje - Klasično za njihove šampone.
Cena - Otprilike 400-500 dinara za 400ml, zavisi gde ga kupujete.
Testura - Ako ste do sada koristili neki Head&Shoulders šampon onda znate kakve je teksture. Nije previše redak, niti previše gust. Dovoljna je vrlo mala količina za pranje kose.
Miris - Ima zaista osvežavajuć i prijatan miris, koji se zadržava u kosi i do nekoliko dana.
Moj utisak - Probala sam mali milion šampona i nekako se uvek vratim ovom, jer je zaista odličan.

Aura Cover Me Foundation

Packing - Foundation is in black plastic tube
Price - 6e for 30 ml
About it - Foundation is waterproof, hypoallergenic and it lasts 7-8 hours. It has a matte finish. I recommend it to people with oily and normal skin.
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Pakovanje - Dolazi u crnoj tubici od 30 ml.
Cena - Košta oko 500 dinara
Tekstura - Dolazi u 6 nijansi, ja koristim 104 Beige. Vrlo mala količina mi je dovoljna za celo lice. Za nanošenje koristim Real Techniques četku za podlogu (više o njoj OVDE). Sama podloga je vodootporna i sadrži zaštitni faktor 20.
Moj utisak - Dovoljno je da vam kažem da sam počela da koristim i drugu tubicu. Mojoj koži izuzetno odgovara, brzo se upije i savršena je i do 8 sati nošenja.

Botanica Anticellulite Shower Gel and Lotion

Packing - Simple, plastic bottles
Price - 4 euros for this packet
About it - Shower gel is good for Summer, it has really good smell. And that is all I can say about these products, because I don't have problem with cellulite.
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Pakovanje - Jednostavna pakovanja za upotrebu, baš onakva kakva volim haha
Cena - Čini mi se da su oba proizvoda zajedno bila oko 350 dinara.
Tekstura - Što se tiče gela za tuširanje tekstura je obična, lako se koristi i mnogo penuša što mi se dopada. Losion za telo je bele boje, brzo se upija, ali miris mi se ne dopada baš.
Moj utisak - Nemam problema sa celulitom, tako da ne znam da li zaista funkcionišu, ali miris gela mi se baš svideo i koristila sam ga tokom leta.

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Eat Better Feel Better

breakfast

Do you remember how my blog looked before I started to write on Serbian? No?!
It's not problem, I'm here to remind you. It was lifestyle blog. Yes, it was. And then I decided to write on Serbian and suddenly it became a blog about cosmetics. I was thinking a lot about that and decided to change that. So, after long really long time here is the post which is not about cosmetics.

Let's talk about food, especially about breakfast and how healthy breakfast should looks. I don't count calories, but for you who do that I'm writing information.

But first, coffee

Black coffee without milk and sugar almost has not calories. Coffee also accelerates blood circulation and stimulates the digestive processes. (4-9 kcal/cup)

But I personally prefer to drink a cup of tea than coffee. (1-2 kcal/cup)

You can also drink water with lemon. Just squeeze a lemon in a large glass of warm water and you'll be awake in one second. (9 kcal/ glass)

And of course there's the orange juice which is full of vitamin C. (120 kcal/250ml)

Eggs are always good decision

Boiled eggs - Add the eggs in boiling water and cook them for 3-4 minutes. Eat them with toast, salad or anything that you like. (1 boiled egg- 80 kcal)

Poached eggs - Pour cold water into a large saucepan. Add vinegar. Bring to the boil over medium heat. Crack 1 egg into a shallow bowl. Using a wooden spoon, stir water to create a whirlpool. Tip egg into water. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes for a soft yolk or 3 to 4 minutes for firm. Using a slotted spoon, remove egg from water. Skim foam from water. Poach remaining eggs. (240 kcal)

Omlette - Mix the eggs, salt and pepper. Add butter and pour mixture into pan. Grill until lightly browned. You can add spinach, onions or anything you like in mixture. (170 kcal)

If you like yogurt

Overnight chia yogurt - Stir the seeds into the yogurt, add the vanilla extract and stir well. Cover tightly with cling film or mix it in a mason jar and close the lid. Keep in the fridge over night. Top with the chopped fruit of your choice. (Chia yogurt with strawberries and blueberries - 190 kcal)

Yogurt with fruits - just mix yogurt with your favourite fruits

Yogurt with granola - I know this is not healthy, but it's so delicious so you must try it. In glass or bowl add 2 tablespoons of yogurt. Add 2 tablespoons of granola overtop and then add fruit. Repeat the process. (about 180-210 kcal)

Bread, bread, bread is everywhere

Avocado Toast - Smear your toasted bread with cream cheese, add avocado. It's so simple and it's so good. (230 kcal)

Toast with jam/ peanut butter - It's easier to make than the first one and you can add some fruits on top. (160 kcal)

Also you can always eat toast bread with cream cheese and some fruit or vegetables (strawberries, peaches, raspberries, tomato...)

Everyone is crazy about smoothies

Blueberry Banana Almond Kale Smoothie - Kale is rich in iron and calcium to strengthen bones, while blueberries pack antioxidants and memory-boosting compounds. Almonds are bursting with vitamin E to beautify your skin.

Avocado Blueberry Smoothie - Packed with electrolytes, antioxidants, and chlorophyll (to support your liver), plus protein and healthy fats.

Banana Smothie - This smoothie contains natural sugars, protein, and good fats, plus six grams of filling fiber.

Smoothies are so easy to make, just combine all ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth.