Anyone try this for FA? Sezia says it has one trigger which I’m not too worried about since it’s at the bottom.. I have rosacea and dry skin. I’m tired of spending all my money on spf that doesn’t work for me. Elta MD was my go to but it’s so costly :(

I attended an outdoor wedding as part of the entourage (with outdoor photoshoots at different times of the day), and did my own makeup so I wanted to share the MVPs of my look.
I applied it at around 10am and went home at around 2am na the next day, and I spent most of the day outdoors, and the temperature was mga 40 degrees. I am super oily and super pawisin sa mukha, as in BEADS of sweat talaga dripping down my face. Unfortunately, I don't have close-up shots of my face for makeup comparison b/c I was too preoccupied with not dying from the heat lol.
1. Biore Perfect Milk - I always use this sunscreen when I'm doing a full face of makeup during the day because of how intense its oil-control properties are. It also helps prevent my makeup from slipping. Same reason I don't use it everyday is because it can be drying even for someone as oily as I am. Around P500
2. La Roche-Posay Effaclar Matt - After years of searching I have found my HG replacement for my dead and discontinued Becca Ever Matte Primer! Absorbs really, really well without drying out my face. No silicone-y or slippery feeling left afterwards. A cheaper alternative that works about as well is the Spotlight Skin Mattifying Primer. Only difference is it doesn't feel as comfortable kasi mas may silicone feel yung finish niya sa skin ko even after nag-absorb na. Bought at duty free which converted was just around P1K
3. BLK Life Proof Airy Matte Foundation - Bought this coz none of my full coverage foundations (ELDW, Maybelline, Revlon) were playing well with my Ben Nye Final Seal. Provided medium coverage until mga 3pm (that's about 5hrs of wear), then I needed to retouch na with my Pond's BB Powder. It looked more like a skin tint na lang after that point. Still photographed really well though until the afterparty. Tbh MVP ko siya coz it works with my Ben Nye. Applied with a flat kabuki brush. Around P700? Don't remember na exact price
4. Pond's Magic BB Powder - HG!! I used this to set my foundation, then used it to touch-up late in the afternoon. Oil control is amazing no matter how sweaty I get. Really great at removing that hulas look. I even use this on its own on light makeup days. Also works well under sunscreen spray. AND SUPER CHEAP. I'm on my second bottle na. Applied with a powder puff. P149-199
5. Ben Nye Final Seal - Sa sobrang HG ko nito, bumili ako ng foundation that can play well with it. Expensive but so worth it. I've tried other setting sprays (UD All Nighter, Nichido, Vice, Revlon), but they've all transferred EXCEPT for this one. This one talaga ZERO transfer no matter how many hours I'm out or how oily and sweaty I get. This literally forms a seal on your face so your makeup does not budge. Not advisable for dry skin though because it is really drying. Cheaper alternative would be Revlon Lock It. Very minimal transfer when I was testing it out, not drying, and worked well with my full coverage foundations. P1830 discounted to P1593 with shop voucher for 4oz (around 118ml)
6. Kiko Milano Long Lasting Eyeshadow Stick - New HG! This did not budge AT. ALL. Kahit tumulo yung pawis ko sa may eyes ko, this didn't fade, melt, or transfer. I had this all over my lid and it's a bright color so halata talaga if mawala siya. Color payoff is also amazing; no need for multiple swipes unless you're extra like me. Got compliments for my eye makeup even during the evening. Now I want to buy this in every color lol. Around P700
7. Y.O.U. Sunbrella Outdoor Sunscreen Spray - I use an active so I knew I had to get a touch-up sunscreen that wouldn't mess up my makeup. Bought this coz this dried down the best on my skin, and worked really well for me. Nung humahapdi na mukha ko from the prolonged sun exposure, I sprayed this and it helped. Sprayed on my face and shoulders twice, and it didn't disturb my makeup or make me overly oily. Worked really well even my guy friends were borrowing it. P399
8. Revlon Oil-Absorbing Volcanic Roller - HG. Tbh I really thought gimmick lang toh, but I was desperate to get my makeup to last throughout the whole wedding na nagpa-budol na ko when the SA said you can use this on top of my makeup. Wedding day I learned that some products are really worth the budol. Did not disturb my makeup at all, and absorbed my oiliness completely. I was able to do 3 full passes throughout the day before bumigay siya and I had to wash it na (yes, that's how oily my skin is lol). Mahal lang compared to other oil control sticks, but I've tried the Sassy Cosmetics (P200), and after 1 full pass, I had to wash the Sassy Cosmetics one na. So may difference din talaga sa quality based on the price. Around P800
Other things to note:

• DO A WEAR TEST. And make sure to include the whole skincare routine you'll be doing during the wedding every time. I was doing wear tests for 2 weeks leading up to the wedding. Make sure to simulate the environment as much as you can, e.g. outdoor wedding = no AC wear tests, go outdoors
• Labas pasok ako sa aircon so I experienced a lot of drastic temperature changes during the day as well.
• I was very strict with my skincare routine leading up to the wedding because the best base is still a solid skincare regimen.
• I didn't use any actives week of the wedding because I knew I'd be exposed to the heat the whole day.
• HAND HELD FANS WILL SAVE YOUR LIFE. I had 2 para pag namatay yung isa, I had a back-up. Lo and behold, I did need the backup. Also helped the sunscreen spray dry faster

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"Access... Gilded Feathers"...
In the dry deserts of the western border of India resides the Spiral City of Nixtom. In this district, one could find the most prestigious school in the entire country: High School Kolar.
After being closed for over a year, HS Kolar finally opened its gates once again as the war had finally ended. With the start of a new Academic year, the winds brought a fresh batch of new students. One of them being… Abhi.
"Big Ahh School." Said Abhi while he observed the vast establishment of Kolar. The enormous and illuminating marble-crafted work of art school building might even be mistaken for the Taj Mahal, well at least without its spherical dome on the top. The outdoor campus was as vibrant and green as grass could be; covering the main building from all four sides, with the beautiful shrubbery wonders of topiaries; acting as dividers between the grass panels and the main marble tile pathway leading towards the building's entrance. It would be an understatement to call this scenery beautiful.
While walking towards the school, Abhi stopped and noticed a dog near a telephone pole on the street walk outside the school gate, he went there to pet it. While playing with the dog, Abhi noticed some mushrooms nearby and picked them up. After some time, Abhi looked around and held his gaze at some peculiar-looking people in black suits and black goggles for an extended time. Abhi then got up and walked inside the campus, these people in black suits were even seen inside the school. Abhi ignored them and walked through the main entrance.
Ding! Tring! Tring! The first day of Abhi's High School life began as the school bell rang in the light of a new millennium.
Abhi jogged towards the school building after he heard the bell. Upon getting inside he looked around, displaying wonder in his eyes. He stood in the middle of a giant hall, but the enormous hall wasn't the only wonderful thing, there was also the interior of the school building which was noticeably different from the exterior. The interior resembled modern architecture. Unlike the exterior, the inside walls were made of cement with white overpaint, whereas the outside was built from marble, and the railings, poles, and benches all around the place were made from exquisite-looking wood. The hall even had a beautiful chandelier hanging from the ceiling and two curved staircases leading up to the second floor which was for the school's officials such as the principal. Even though the interior looked different from the exterior, it was still elegant and harmonized well with the school's marble exterior. One of the walls was covered with pictures of the school's special events, and achievements, and even celebrities from all over the world visiting and even studying in the school were visible. A particular wall though, just had a lot of writing on it, not only that but it was written on a brass plate.
"Man, I gotta hurry up," Said Abhi in a rush. Many hallways were branching out from the main. Abhi seemed perplexed, perhaps he wasn't confident enough in his navigation skills to find his classroom. Yet suddenly, Abhi closed his eyes and softly mumbled something. After he opened his eyes, his expression had completely changed, he looked and acted far more confidently, he soon chose a way and started walking towards it.
The hallways were long and the staircases were wide. After a few minutes of walking up to the third floor, Abhi finally reached his classroom '1C'. He went inside, the classroom was large, but not enormous compared to the rest of Kolar's Gigantic architecture. The classroom had not one, not two but three class boards. Two of them were at the front, one being a whiteboard, the second being a blackboard and the third was another whiteboard placed at the back of the classroom.
Every student including Abhi entered the classroom and occupied the two-person benches at random. While walking in, he looked up and noticed a black cuboid-shaped box attached to the ceiling. He seemed curious about this object but chose to ignore it and took a seat in the front of the last column alongside a guy with peculiar-looking orange hair. The benches were made of wood, yet seemed quite comfy, and as with everything else in this school, the benches were large too, Abhi looked towards his left and found a window beside him.
He looked around some more and then looked at himself as if he was comparing himself to his fellow students. When compared to the attire Abhi was wearing, the students of HS Kolar were of unique appearance. Once everyone was seated there was a moment of awkward silence in the room. In that instance, the guy who sat next to Abhi suddenly stood up and asserted:
"Good morning everyone, my name is Veer. I'm delighted to be here amongst you all. From what I can tell we all are students from different places far and wide all across our nation. With the presence of such diversity, I'm sure we all want to get to know each other. So, I was thinking why don't we introduce ourselves to the class as a starting ceremony for our first day at school".
Students gave Veer a peculiar look and in a few seconds another student from the back replied to Veer: "That's a good idea Veer but how about we wait till our Class Teacher comes in, so she can get to know us as well." Said a pretty girl with thin eyes and brownish-dark hair. "Good point Dep, let's wait for the teacher." Replied Veer. The rest of the students in the class nodded with approval.
Creak! Bam! The classroom door smacked open. A Beautiful, fair, curvy, and well-dressed lady in a saree with long black hair; a pair of specs, and a giant smile on her face walked into the class and stood in front of the class cabinet.
"Good Mornin' homies, welcome to class 'C' of 11th grade, I'm going to be your homeroom teacher for this year. You may call me Ms Oxlong''.
The class greets back the teacher in unison. "Did she just call us homies?" Some of the students whispered among themselves.
"From what I heard while walking in, you guys wanted to have an introduction session in my presence, right? I'd love that, but before we do it, I have to inform you guys about some important information first. To start, I'd like to give an insight into the schedule and schematics of our academic lives. And also, I have to present a special message to you guys".
The Class nods following teacher Oxlong's words.
"Hmm, I Wonder what the special message would be," said Abhi in a subtle tone. "Probably some boring informational video or the principal saying hello." Said Veer while looking at Abhi. "Ha ha, probably." Replied Abhi.
"Get your notes ready and write down all the information necessary." Said Oxlong.
The students followed the teacher's words and wrote down all the necessary information….
a few minutes of info dump later the teacher got close to her final announcement:
"Finally, by this week's end, y'all have to give a Merit Test. This test won't be counted in your overall grade, but do not make the mistake of taking this lightly, as this test will determine your fate as a student of Kolar".
The entire class stopped writing down the instructions. They looked up at the teacher and displayed an uncanny look on their faces with flared eyebrows, and wide-open mouths, all of them said at once: "What! A test in the first week?"
"Now…now y'all don't need to worry; there isn't anything to worry about. This Merit Test is just to evaluate all of your individual and overall class limits which would provide data for our team to maximize the growth of all you pokie-bears." The teacher noticing this reaction reassured the students:
Students, relieved to hear this, relaxed their eyebrows and faces to nod towards the teacher with approval. Wait but what in the hell is a pokie-bear? Some of the students thought, as they weren't familiar with the modern lingo.
"Now as for the last announcement; we have a special informational video for y'all."
"See! Told ya, it was gonna be just another boring informational video nothing new." Said Veer with a smug grind while looking at Abhi. "You called it for real." Said Abhi while softly chuckling.
Tap! The teacher flicks on a switch placed next to the blackboard.
The black cuboid box above started to zrrr Vibrate and illuminate green lights. Abhi was paying utmost attention to this, with his face looking like he just witnessed a dark angel descend down from heaven.
Some of the students looked at this happening with intrigue: "Wow, I have seen projectors being used in special halls before but Kolar has them in every class?"
Some were looking up with blank faces: "I didn't notice that projector before."
The teacher held a remote in her hand and clicked a button. Immediately the cuboid box projected and displayed a computer interface. She then went to her desk and opened up a silvery device with "Soni" imprinted on its back; this device seemed to be connected to the black cuboid above.
"Damn! They even got laptops in every class huh?" Said Veer referencing the device. "Isn't that like a… computer?" Said Abhi. "Well, a laptop is pretty much just a portable computer so you are half correct" Replied Veer.
Abhi looked amazed after hearing this, he exuded curiosity, his eyes glistening with intrigue. He almost seemed like he had never even heard about such technology. Seeing this, Veer lets out a friendly smile towards Abhi's excited expression.
The teacher then pulled down a white curtain from a large white cylinder placed on top of the main blackboard. This was used as a screen for the projector.
"Alright before we start, I'd just like to inform y'all that this special informational video comes straight from the core of the education department in the Capital, and is a mandatory watch for everyone. This will only be played once among all classes simultaneously, so pay attention".
CLICK! A video started playing on the white screen.
A man maybe in his thirties pops up on the screen. He has long white hair, deep brown eyes, and a darker brown skin complexion. He greets the camera by saying "Namaste" while joining his hands.
As soon as he appears on the screen every student, including Abhi, goes wide-eyed, being in disbelief, their jaw drops to the floor and their eyebrows hit the ceiling.
The person in the video starts to speak:
"Good morning students of Kolar. My name is Vishva Pratap Raghavan but you may know me as the… 'President of India' ".
...….

An amazing everyday frag for me. Follows the same notes of peppers, ambroxyn, fresh citrus, star anise.
This edp variant does definitely differs from edt with a little more sweetness in the dry down for sure. An amazing projector for me too. Projects for the first 1-1.30hours with 12-15 sprays and then settles on skin for next 5 hours average. Not meant for completely outdoors though. A great office wear frag for me too. The notes of peppers, vanilla sweetness is good to most of the people that gets the whiffs when sprayed upon. Initial spritz is completely full of bright citrus type to my nose and moreover moves with minutes towards warm spicy tones.
Whats your favourite Sauvage?!

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Amla powder
Using hair products filled with chemicals has a terrible effect on our hair. So why not use natural hair care products that are chemical-free? You will find many natural hair products or even organic haircare products in the market. herbal and modern ayurvedic products are the best way to treat your hair.
In recent years, there has been a significant shift towards embracing natural beauty and incorporating organic products into our daily routines. This movement has extended to not just skin care but also to hair care, with many people opting for natural hair products over their chemical-laden counterparts. From shampoos to conditioners and styling products, the market is now flooded with a variety of options catering to those seeking a more holistic approach to hair care.
In this blog post, we'll explore the benefits of using Amla powder and highlight some of the other organic options available for haircare.
Amla powder, derived from the Indian gooseberry, has been a staple in traditional Indian hair care for centuries. Packed with essential nutrients, it promotes healthy hair growth, prevents premature graying, and imparts a natural shine. Here’s how you can incorporate this natural powerhouse into your hair care routine.

Benefits of Amla Powder for Hair

Before diving into the methods, let’s look at why amla powder is beneficial for your hair:

1. Rich in Vitamin C: Amla is a potent source of Vitamin C, which helps strengthen hair follicles and encourages hair growth.
2. Natural Conditioner: It nourishes and conditions the scalp, preventing dryness and dandruff.
3. Prevents Hair Loss: The antioxidant properties help reduce hair fall and improve overall scalp health.
4. Improves Pigmentation: Regular use can help maintain natural hair color and prevent premature graying.
5. Adds Shine: Amla imparts a natural shine and volume to the hair, making it look healthier.

How to Use Amla Powder for Hair Care

1. Amla Powder Hair Mask
Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons of amla powder
• 2 tablespoons of water or yogurt
• 1 tablespoon of honey (optional)

Instructions:

1. Mix the amla powder with water or yogurt to form a smooth paste.
2. Add honey for extra moisture if your hair is particularly dry.
3. Apply the paste evenly to your scalp and hair.
4. Leave it on for 30-45 minutes.
5. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and a mild shampoo.

2. Amla Powder and Henna Hair Pack
Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons of amla powder
• 2 tablespoons of henna powder
• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon of coconut oil
• Water (as needed)

Instructions:

1. Mix the amla and henna powders in a bowl.
2. Add lemon juice and coconut oil.
3. Gradually add water to form a thick paste.
4. Apply the mixture to your hair, ensuring even coverage.
5. Leave it on for 1-2 hours.
6. Rinse with water and a gentle shampoo.

3. Amla Powder Hair Rinse
Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons of amla powder
• 2 cups of water

Instructions:

1. Boil the water and add the amla powder.
2. Let it simmer for 10-15 minutes.
3. Strain the mixture and let it cool.
4. Use the strained water as a final rinse after shampooing your hair.

4. Amla Powder and Aloe Vera Hair Mask
Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons of amla powder
• 2 tablespoons of fresh aloe Vera gel
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil

Instructions:

1. Mix amla powder with aloe Vera gel and olive oil to form a smooth paste.
2. Apply the mask to your scalp and hair.
3. Leave it on for 45 minutes to an hour.
4. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and a mild shampoo.

5. Amla Oil Massage
While not using the powder directly, you can create an amla-infused oil for regular scalp massages.
Ingredients:

• 1 cup of coconut or olive oil
• 2 tablespoons of amla powder

Instructions:

1. Heat the oil in a pan and add the amla powder.
2. Let it simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes.
3. Strain the oil and let it cool.
4. Massage the oil into your scalp and hair.
5. Leave it on for at least an hour or overnight.
6. Wash with a gentle shampoo.

Tips for Best Results

• Consistency is Key: For noticeable results, incorporate amla powder treatments into your routine at least once a week.
• Patch Test: Always perform a patch test before using amla powder to ensure you don’t have an allergic reaction.
• Balanced Diet: Complement your hair care routine with a diet rich in vitamins and minerals to promote overall hair health.

Using amla powder for natural hair care is a time-tested method to achieve strong, shiny, and healthy hair. With these simple recipes and consistent application, you can enjoy the myriad benefits of this natural ingredient.