**Review of The Balm Cosmetics MaryLou Manizer**

 Hey dolls! About a month ago I purchased the most raved about highlighter which is the Mary Lou Manizer from The Balm Cosmetics. When I heard Huda Kattan (Huda Beauty on instagram) talk about it I was considering to buy it and I did! Many makeup artists love this highlighter for its pigmentation, shimmer, formula, and the buttery texture.

The color payoff is gorgeous as you can see from the swatch, it is a soft shimmering champaign color with golden tones.

There is a lot of product in the compact.

I really love how it applies so smooth on my cheeks, I use a small fan brush to apply it and a little goes a long way since its very pigmented.

This is how it looks like on the skin, it will look pretty on all types of skin tones. Its not too heavy or glittery, its a sheer shimmery glow.

The packaging is cute, its a compact that has a mirror inside. I think it looks nice, it has a nice metal material that clamps shut and its easy to open and close. 

Where to purchase: Kohls Department stores, The Balm Cosmetics website: www.thebalm.com

Price: $24.00

Is it worth it? If you do not own a highlighter yet, then you should try this one out since its very pigmented and has a sheer glow unlike many other hightlighters out there that can be too glittery or too orange. If you are looking for a champaign golden highlighter that will last you a long time in your vanity, then this one should be in your shopping cart.

Thank you for reading dolls! Stay tuned for more! :)

Xoxo,
Naz




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Cargo Cosmetics Blu Ray HD Pressed Powder and HD Primer Review

Hello loves! I recently purchased 2 new Cargo Cosmetics products a month back from Kohls since Kohls is the store that carries that brand. I checked in Sephora and Sephora doesn't carry Cargo anymore, but I saw Ulta does! Ulta sell Cargo Cosmetics online on their website. 

Here is my review about the 2 products I've purchased.  

Product 1 is mentioned above I have the HD eyeshadow primer:  It comes in a tube and I really like that idea since it is more sanitary and I don't have to keep dipping my finger inside.

 I can just squeeze it and control how much primer will be released.

 The texture is creamy, not thick nor too watery. It is not like Urban Decay Primer Potion, that is more sheer and it comes with a wand and the application is very sheer for that primer. 

This HD Cargo Primer has a soft texture that is in between thick and watery. 

When I apply it it blends well and does not crease. 

The formula is long lasting, my eye shadow lasts 10 hours maximum,  

The swatches above you can see the difference after blending with primer and without the primer.

Where to purchase: Ulta.com or Kohls department store

Price: $19.00

Is it worth it? If you want a primer that is HD and want your eye shadow to look flawless in photos plus long lasting, then yes! :) 

I think I have found the perfect pressed powder! I always use M.A.C mineralized skinfinish natural and I also have their loose sheer powder (which I love). But Cargo Cosmetics really nailed it when they created their pressed powders! It has a beautiful silky feel to it, it has a matte finish that has a slight yellow undertone so it will look really pretty on Indian skin tones, and whoever has yellow undertones. The texture is not cheap and powdery, it is actually a pigmented powder that will last a long time on your skin even without foundation! So if you want to just apply your moisturizer and then apply this powder, your skin will look like you applied a light foundation. 

It is HD so your face will look perfect in pictures and video. HD products will give your skin a soft focus. It is also paraben free which is a plus point.

The packaging is great, it has a nice mirror attached and it clamps shut, I think its nice.

Where to purchase: Cargocosmetics.com, Ulta.com and at Kohls department store

Price: $32.00

Is it worth it? I believe it is! If you are looking for everything I mentioned above, then yes! 

I hope my review helped you! If you're searching for HD products then Cargo HD primers and powders are better than some other brands in my opinion.

They also have HD foundations, lip primers, CC creams, bronzers, blush, and face primers as well! 

Thank you for reading and stay tuned for more my dolls :)

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***Benefits of Parsley!***

Parsley is not just a table garnish, but a very nutritious herb that has many healing properties.


Here are some health benefits of Parsley:

Parsley contains Vitamin K, Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Folate, Iron, Copper, Potassium,Magnesium, Fiber, Calcium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Zinc, Vitamin B3 and B1.

30 grams of Parsley is only 11 calories

Parsley's volatile oils have been shown to inhibit tumor formation and neutralize types of carcinogens.

Parsley is filled with Anti-oxidants and is an excellent source of vitamin C as well as vitamin A.

Vitamin C is a powerful anti-inflammatory agent, and is needed for the healthy function of the immune system. Vitamin A is very important to a strong immune system, it is known as "anti-infective vitamin."

Parsley is a good source of folic acid, one of the most important B vitamins.

Parsley is good for bowel movements, if you have constipation and you eat a bowl of chopped parsley salad, your digestive tract will be more active and you will not be constipated anymore.

Eating parsley is good for the skin, if you have acne problems eat parsley everyday and you will notice the changes.

Parsley is an excellent source of vitamin K.

The regular use of parsley can help control your blood pressure.

If you have gall bladder or kidney problems stay away from parsley since it contains oxalates. If oxalates become too concentrated in body fluids, they will crystallize and cause health problems. But if you do not have any kidney or gall bladder problems, eating parsley should be no issue.


I love eating parsley, I make tabbouleh salad and enjoy it that way. Its a delicious Mediterranean salad that is so good for your health.
All you need is 1/2 cup cracked wheat (soak it in warm water and drained) chopped parsley, chopped tomato, chopped green onion, chopped bell pepper, chopped mint, 1/2 cup olive oil, some lemon juice, some salt and black pepper for flavoring.

Add all that in a bowl, mix it well and serve over fresh lettuce leaves.

There you have it! Hope you enjoy making this delicious Tabbouleh salad and take advantage of this healthy herb!
Thank you for reading!

xoxo Naz

Sources: www.whfoods.com search: benefits of parsley

GRAY SMOKEY EYE LOOK!

Hey everyone it's been a while since I've posted! I've been very busy with a personal situation.
But I wanted to share a cute smokey gray eye look with you! Please keep reading if you're interested! :)


To get this look you will need: eye shadow base, a Gray  eye shadow, a black creamy eye pencil, a black matte eye shadow, a vanilla eye shadow, a nude eye pencil, liquid eyeliner, and mascara.

First step is to apply base on your lids! That will help keep your shadow stay in place. I used my NYX base in color natural.
Then with a soft blending brush apply vanilla eye shadow on the crease so the base can be set. Add the gray shadow to deepen the crease.
With the black creamy pencil line the eye and smudge it with a smudge brush. Apply the gray eye shadow then all over the lid, the black will make the gray color stand out.
Apply the black eye shadow on the end of the crease, to create a smokey effect and also a v shape, blend it well.
You can apply tape on the edges of you eyes so the shadow won't smear all over.
Once you are done blending that black shadow, apply liquid eyeliner. I used my Milani liquid eyeliner.
You can create a wing or just keep it simple.
Take the nude pencil and apply that on your waterline, that will give make your eyes look wide and more open.  I have a nude pencil from NYX.
Take your black creamy pencil and apply it on top of your lower lash line and then take a small smudge brush and smudge it. Then apply the gray shadow and blend it all. That will give you a pretty smokey effect also on the bottom and will finish the entire look.

Apply mascara and if you like falsies, pop those on too! I used my Loreal Million lashes mascara. I really  like it!

I hope you try this gray smokey look and it works well for you! Thanks for reading!

STAY TUNED FOR MORE!
Xoxo Naz



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