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Good Day all my Beautiful Readers

Here we go right back at it with Instalment number two of FACE WEEK. I’ve gotten a few weird why do you call it face week and not skin week’ the reason is cause the focus on this week is our faces, and therefore does not refer to our other skin. Trust me that part we will cover in a different Series, please be patient with me. I have got this all planned out.

So yesterday we Covered Masks and Scrubs, today we Cover FACE WASH, FACE TONER & Moisturiser. Many women think that just using either or is fine, and yes to some degree it really is. But with ladies who either wear makeup often or touch their faces a lot, we tend to actually spread germs around our faces without even realising we are. So, in this part of the series, we touch on facial cleaning and care. 😊

LET’S GO!

First, how to pick a face wash, its pretty simple. As I made a NOTE yesterday, please ladies if you’ve got any severe skin conditions and you can’t just use regular or drugstore products please consult your doctor or dermatologist before putting any products on your skin that you are unaware of. It can be harmful for your skin and it would be more difficult to correct that damage than just dealing with your everyday skin care problems. Please take care of you first. THANK YOU 😊

Picking out the right Face was, you need to determine what you want first, do you want to minimise pores, even out skin tone, reduce redness the list is endless. You need to know what you want, like me, I like using face washes that will even out my skin tone, because I discolour easily, and also remove blackheads because my pores suck up all the dirt.

Then you need to choose a brand, I suggest you change your brands at the most 3 times a year, yes, its normal for your skin to get used to a bunch of the same products which will allow you to change them but not entirely stop using them, skin can be very resilient if you are kind to it.

Establish a budget, please understand your products if used well should last a good 3-4 months even 5. So, look at it as an investment instead of something you would have to keep repurchasing every month.

Now that you’ve got all those three things figured out here is the fun part. I am going to give you a few reasons and benefits behind using face wash and some options, definitely some favourites.

Reasons to use face wash

As I mentioned earlier touching your face just spreads a lot of germs through out your face
When we sleep our skin then gets time to revitalise itself when you wash it you have a better chance of your skin looking and feeling fresh
Also removes oil build up

Benefits of Washing your face

Lightens dark spots
Reduces acne scars or any facial scars you may have
Soothes sunburn
Tightens skin
Reduces fine lines
Promotes good circulation

Some face wash options and favourites 😊

Yardley Oatmeal Range (spot preventing) R69- R80.00 each
Garnier even and matte R60-R79.00 each
Isabella Garcia from R120-R300.00 each
Natures Nourishment by Dischem from R50.00 – R70.00 each

My Favourite Face wash right now is the Yardley Oatmeal range its affordable and it has the best results besides my Isabella Garcia range which I use when my skin is in big trouble. Its got a few other ranges from oil control, even skin and dry skin prevention all available at Dischem or Online

TONER

This product actually gets lost on a few people, they sometimes think it’s a silly step, but it’s the step that has the most benefits I wont even lie.

Toner is very helpful for people who have acne, scaring or even oily skin. Because it’s the most chemically formulated step in your skin care routine, it van either strip your skin of non-essential oils and germs and can even moisturise.

Reasons to use a Toner

- It minimises pores well shrinks actually

It Restores your skins PH balance soap can cause a build up of oil and the toner will then restore that problem and help your skin fight off the oil cells and keep your skin at its natural level.
It can refresh skin
Works as a moisturiser if you need it to

Benefits of using toner

It Can prevent ingrown hairs
It adds a layer of protection so over time your skin can start fighting off bacteria and germ easily
If you don’t have time to wash you skin you can use it to refresh your skin and it will revitalize it

Some tried and trusted toners

The Isabella Garcia Witch Hazel Toner (please note if you’ve got dry skin this will peel your skin off its very strong, mix it with rose water if you really would like to try it out and use it as a mist rather) Retails for R120-200
Garnier Even and Matte Toner (this has a shampoo like texture so I didn’t actually like it, it made me feel like I was putting glue on my face) Its R69.00
Apple Cider Vinegar (it has amazing properties and works with any skin type, it does smell bad though so if you would like to dilute it with about ¼ of water and use as a toner or even rose water) R40-R100.00

Sadly, I have not tried the Yardley toner range because my skin took well to the Isabella Toner and my best friend gave me and extra bottle when she ordered her pack because she has combination skin, which is sensitive and dry as well.

Let’s MOISTURISE

Okay so with moisturising comes the trick.

Do not use thick body creams unless you want your face to become oily over time, they contain ingredients that work well for the rest of your body but your face is more delicate. Go rather for hydrating moisturisers that contain good product or vitamins like Tea Tree with is great for preventing infections and bacteria for sticking onto your skin and vitamin E to keep your skin awake and looking Rosey.

I have been on a good hunt for this and YUP I have found a few but also learned so much along the way.

Although moisturisers don’t necessarily combat skin issues, they do however keep your skin glowy and full of life.

When using moisturisers, they are for hydration either thought out the day or night and your skin will keep its shine instead of looking dull and grey. It should feel like your putting water on your face yet the cool sensation lasts for a while through out the day, it will help to combat dry and flaky skin.

Remember even using a gel formula moisturiser is so much better than actual creams. So be careful.

My favourite light weight moisturiser is the Yardley Oatmeal Spot preventing moisturizer, its light, goes into my skin really nicely and has the best texture and smell.
Another brand I have tried is the Natures Nourishment Vitamin E face cream, its way to thick but the vitamin E content was beautiful. When mixed with my Yardley it was a match made in heaven, both retail from R50-R79.00 at you guessed it Dischem Pharmacy.

This combination is my current skincare routine that's been working for me and I don't Regret it one bit.

So, Ladies when going through the aisles feeling either overwhelmed or unsure, please be kind to yourself. It will be okay; your skin will replenish and you will get the results if you yourself put in the work and don’t mind falling on your butt a few times.

And there we go ladies Day Two of Face Week Smashed, let me know how I have been doing so far.

All My Love

Takkies&Tulips

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Good Day Tulips Readers. ☺️

On behalf of Takkiesandtulips I want to wish all my headers a phenomenal New Year.
I pray that every single desire of your heart is met.
♥️

I took a step back a while ago and I wanted to make my blog exist in series. I know it's very time consuming and takes a lot of planning but ever since I did my 5 days or 5 posts I felt like I reached the audience I had been looking for and I didn't want to disappoint anyone let alone myself.

I will either be displaying each Series within a week or a month depending on the topic so please let me know how this new idea is working after our first try.

I've named my first Series FACE WEEK.
The reason I did was because we've either all come back from vacation or holidays of some kind or even just a few days of fun in the sun or out with our family and friends. Eaten yummy foods and exotic sweets and just thrown all the rules out the window but our skin does reflect what's happening both on the inside and the outside of our bodies. I wanted this series to be one that can rejuvenate our skin and get us glowing into 2019.

First topic I am going to touch on is

FACE MASKS

I actually posted on my Instagram story on the 5 of January and I got a few ladies asking me to hand them out some fask mask recommendations and tips.

Guuurrrlllss I got you'll. ✌️
First of all before you buy a mask you have to establish your skin condition.
For example I have combination skin where I discolour easy, break out easy and have oily skin without even applying products but the catch is it depends on the season cause in wintery skin is the opposite and I have to give it a bit more Vitamin E than usual to get us looking fresh and awake.

After you've determined your skin needs then you can start with 'branding'. In all honesty the first skin Mask brand I used was @freemanbeauty its a phenomenal brand with such a wide selection and they are not stingy with product.

The freeman range are ones you need to apply either with a brush or applicator of your choice like a spatula of some sort. It range from clay to pull off masks and even masks that contain a scrub content in order to kill two birds with one stone and if I'm honest it's their best work thus far.

There is a few other brands I have tried in between such as Beauty Treats and Skin Republic.

I've used a Blueberryask from Beauty Treats and a a hydrating mask from Skin republic they both retail for R39.50 at Dischem Pharmacy.

I liked them both but I feel like my skin needs were not entirely met as apposed to the Freeman Brand. They Retail from R28.00 to R100. 00 at Dischem and that is for the 175ml bottles and not the sachets that I've tried out first to see if the product works for my skin first. It's a great money saver if it doesn't.

Okay now to get into the good stuff the reasons to use a Face Mask and the benefits.

Let's start with the reasons first

- To penetrate deep into the skin without harsh damage
- To help with completion, texture, skin conditions and any minor or major skin problems we may be experiencing
- Results are immediate and even work still over a period of time
- It's affordable as well as a great gift for anyone who loves skincare.

Benefits
- Refines skin pores
- Hydrates your skin
- Can help with fine lines
- Creates a layer of new skin to come through and therefore keeps skin healthier for longer
- Helps with texture and complexion. Also it can make your skin look more awake than dull
- Also you save on spa treatments

FACE SCRUBS

We all know that the reason to use a scrub is to remove dead layers of skin and promotes better new skin growth

Now. Please. Ladies. If you have sensitive skin do not, I repeat do not use a scrub without testing it on the outer rim of your face first.

Face Scrubs can also be tricky do not try and use a scrub with a tool your first time around I suggest you use a scrub with your two fingers first and scrub from the inside of your face to the outside in small circles and then rising it off with Luke warm water.

PSA- Please do not use a scrub if you've got skin with small pores or no pores if you're blessed. And if you have got severe skin conditions like Acne, Eczema or Rosacia please contact a doctor or Dermatologist first.

Good Scrubs I have found are definitely Isabella Garcias Apricot scrub which retails for R120. 00 my friend Charndre has been using the range as well and she has got sensitive skin and so if any of the ladies need a second opinion head to her page I will link it on all my current social media

Other great brands are
- Dischem Tea Tree scrub R50. 00
- WOOLWORTHS milk apricot scrub R60. 00
- Yardley oatmeal Scrub R65. 00

The reasons and benefits to use a face scrub are

REASONS
- It is a great exfoliation technique
- It's also another great money saver
- It promotes healthy sin growth

BENEFITS
- It makes your skin silky and smooth to the touch
- It diminishes fine lines caused by ageing
- It can prevent breakouts
- it helps correct skin tone

Ladies. This week is week where we not just rave about brands but tackle our skin head on and also prevent all the problems that could arise by being ahead of the problem.

Another awesome thing is this takes no time at all. It takes you 20 minutes to do both or 10 minutes each for them separately.

You are in charge of how you want your skin to react yes we don't have control over everything but prevention is better than cure and if you've got an important day coming up. What does it hurt to try and awesome trick that can possibly save your skin in time of need.

DAY ONE OF FACE WEEK IS COMPLETE 🥀

All My Love

TAKKIES&TULIPS

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PREP, SET AND SLAY

Good Day all My Beautiful READERS

ITS DAY FIVE!!!!!!!

I feel like I reached a milestone I kid you not!

Today LADIES we are doing all the things, and by all the things I mean we are going to get our faces in order. RIGHT NOW!

TAKE CARE OF YOUR SKIN

Firstly, firstly. Please take care of your skin, I know I stress this a lot but you need to, I am going to be writing an updated skin routine so please, keep an eye out. But that is always step one, cleanse your skin and moisturise. In a previous post I did I spoke about my Palmers Cocoa Butter and all winter I have been using it to moisturize my face. Its really thick so I use a decent amount in order to keep my skin soft and moisturized.

So, the best thing about makeup is making sure everything you are wearing blends together, let me repeat, blends together! Its not easy finding your foundation shade, its either one shade too light or too dark, BUT recently I found my perfect shade in the LA GIRL range and It’s the only thing I wanted to use, I previously had spoken about other foundations but those we will get to in a bit. Let’s PREP our faces first.

PRIMER

PRIMER IS ALWAYS YOUR FRIEND! We have now already established our moisturizing step, to always start with clean skin, that has been washed, toned and moisturized, in this step your skin feels smooth and almost ready for products, this step is important, and I will also give you a few affordable options and dupes I Recently discovered, PRIME YOUR SKIN AFTER MOISTURIZING. I use the LA GIRL Primer and Recently started mixing it with the Essence Colour correcting Primer. It has the most amazing finish.

Finding your perfect shade

When you are in the process of finding a foundation, if you can get samples. Because our skin all has undertone colours, so even if you get a foundation that matches your skin it could oxidize have you looking either too dark or too ashy, so make sure you’re under tone is correct. Then your foundation will blend evenly to your skin tone, and look fresher for longer through out your day or night. Looking so much better than it being dark or ashy after you have set your makeup.

My perfect winter shade in the Maybelline Fit me Foundation is 330 and My perfect summer shade is 350, sometimes I mix them for the perfect combination, I can even do a light contour with 350 when my skin Is really light.

Below I am going to attach a few charts that can help you find the perfect undertone for your skin and how better to pick foundation.

When matching foundation, do not only match it to your face, your neck and your chest have the most honest colour percentage. Sometimes your face can be lighter than the rest of your body, so trust a neutral place of your body.

Knowing your blenders/ application

What you apply your foundation with is key, I personally am not a fan of foundation brushes, I want my foundation to feel like a second skin, it annoys me to death when there are streaky lines or even fluff that ends up in my foundation, I know that beauty blenders changed the game, but some hurt more than they help. I will show you which ones I’ve used and which have given me the best results.

I have used the Cala Makeup Sponges, the two I used were under R80.00 each and I feel like they were so difficult to work in, usually a beauty blender is used damp so that it allows for an airbrush effect and I felt like these ones damp were still pretty hard.

I then found the Real Techniques Beauty Blender, WOW For 119.95 It changed my life, it is so easy to use and work with, and that I even use it to blend my highlighter and it is so much easier to clean.

Okay lets head to application, I usually apply my concealer first after my primer because I use it to shape my eyebrows as well after I have filled them in, I use the Essence eyebrow pencil in dark brown, I used the It Cosmetics Brow pencil first it was a Gift I Won from a fellow Bloggers giveaway SCARLET PIPER and wow it changed my brow game, I am on the hunt to find it again. But before tell you how I apply let me show you what I look like without my foundation or brows.

This is after I have moisturized my face and I have no brow done, my problem areas are the darkness around my mouth and under my eyes, and marks from my breakouts, OR actual breakouts.😭

This is my every day face, I usually wear my brows everyday, well most days, they just so much definition to my face and make my eyes look fuller and bring my naked face together. 🙋

I apply my foundation depending on my needs, if I want a light coat I only put about a coin full of foundation on my skin, if I want fuller coverage I add more, I don't like to add a lot of concealer afterwards I like how my foundation looks like a second skin, it also makes me feel way more like myself.

This is what I look like after I have applied my foundation, mascara, a little eyeliner and a subtle almost skin tone highlighter

The aim is I love to feel as if I am not wearing makeup, I want the freedom that I used all my tools to have my look still be me. I just have is emphasize the parts of my face I might like more than others, but also to colour correct all the parts if my skin I'm still working on.

SET SET SET SET!!!!

Okay this is important, when you set your makeup, it should work like good hairspray and keep your look intact, it also prolongs your makeup wear this is best for events, date night and even for the summer.

I have been using the YARLEY TRANSLUCENT setting powder, and wow, what an investment I have made, The LA Translucent setting powder makes my skin look so white and ashy and has HORRIBLE FLASHBACK where as this powder adheres to my skin shade and sets my makeup so perfectly

I also use the Dischem Rose Water in a tiny spray bottle and I set my makeup with it for some added moisture and protection.

I recently also found the Essence New Ready to Glow Setting spray I am definitely not sure how I feel about it, I know girls want the glow, but its a very Purple glow and I'm not sure it does fit my skin tone, and there is chunks of glitter that sprays out. I am not sure if its me that didn't shake it well, but I think as a body glitter it will be brilliant, So either way I do not lose.

The best part about make up is that you do what makes you happy, experiment till you get it right, you will eventually find what works for you and what does not, and until you do, TAKKIES&TULIPS GOT YOU COVERED.

SO We have come to an end of the 5 posts in 5 days, WE MADE IT!!!!

To every single reader who took time out to sit and read and even comment on my posts thank you, I am so grateful for you, and this will not be the last time, I WILL not leave again and I promise that as much as I need to keep myself inspired, you guys are a huge part of that.

ALL MY LOVE

KEESHA MCPHERSON OF TAKKIES&TULIPS

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