My freezing temperatures make-up and body care routine

As I promised, today I'm back with the second part of my go-to products for use in freezing temperatures. The previous post was dedicated to face care (make-up removal, face creams, face masks, SPF and lip care), today's post will be dedicated to my body care routine and my make-up essentials in the winter time.

Most loved in 2015

I haven't posted a monthly favourite type post (very popular right now) before because I don't change my favourites every month. I test a product for a longer period of time and if I really like one and use it all the time it enters in my favourite category. Therefore I will post my favourites every season or more. I decided to start the favourites category on the blog with a bang, with the Most loved in 2015 ! Let's see them !

One year anniversary giveaway

My lovely readers I'm back today with the surprise I promised yesterday: a giveaway ! Thank you all for your kind words and encouragement. I want to be the best beauty blogger I can be for you. I hope you enjoy my posts and giveaways. Today's giveaway is for the blog's first year anniversary.

Gerovital H3 Classic Nourishing Anti-Wrinkle Night Cream - guest review

This is another face cream my mother has just finished so it's time for her to share with you her impressions on it. My mother has a dry, dehydrated skin and she over 60. She was very pleasantly impressed with this night cream : Gerovital H3 Classic Nourishing Anti-Wrinkle Night Cream. This is why :

Gerovital Happiness CC Cream Light - review

This summer, when the temperatures were not sky high and I could use make-up, I wore only this CC cream as a base. I couldn't stand my normal foundations. So I had plenty of time to test this CC cream and now it's time I tell you my thoughts on it : it is  Gerovital Happiness CC Cream in Light. 

Gerovital H3 Evolution Antiperspirant Deodorants with Hyaluronic Acid - review

In a hot summer like this I take out of the stash all the weapons against perspiration. And I use many more deodorants and antiperspirants than usual. I have tried this summer the newly launched Gerovital H3 Evolution Antiperspirant Deodorants with Hyaluronic Acid - a first in Romania !
   
They were created to eficiently protect against perspiration for a long time but also to provide the right hydration for the sensitive skin of the armpits. The hyaluronic acid is known for its intensively hydrating effect through its two-fold action: by restoring the water reserves of skin and by reducing the transepidermal loss of water.
   
There are three types of antiperspirants for all tastes : Diamond Woman , Sapphire Woman and Pearl Woman. For every feminine, active and elegant women out there !

Hot red with a twist Mood (OPI Fashion A Bow, OPI Don't Bossa Nova Me Around)

I don't like this chilly, grey, rainy weather. I love colours, fun, sunny days. So today I felt the need to cheer me up, to celebrate my life, to have fun and enjoy the moment. So what better than to have a party ? A Monica party ! Let's celebrate ! You're invited too to celebrate the happy moments in your life with me! Let's pop some champagne !

As Mariah Carey put it : 

"Because it's my night
No stress, no fights
I'm leaving it all behind
No tears, no time to cry
Just making the most of life" (It's like that)

Last minute holiday giveaway

This hot weather that is still going strong is very suitable for a last minute seaside holiday. So I thought I would give you another reason to hit the beach with my giveaway. There will be two winners and they will win 2 packs with sunscreen and suncare products from Gerovital.

Monica's empties #3

I have accumulated some empties since the last post. Many of them were finished some time ago, the empties box was full, I decided it was time to tell you about them and throw them away. I will update you with this post once in several months, after thoroughly testing the products and having a clear opinion on them to share with you. So without further ado, let's see the empties :

Farmec intense heat survival kit - the sollution for any hot day

These days are hard to bear. The heat is scorching and never ending. We have to hydrate, protect ourselves from the sun and hope for a better weather. Farmec has come to our help and has devised an intense heat survival kit - the essentials for a hot summer day.

Gerovital H3 Derma+ Sunscreen Milk SPF 30 and After Sun Repair Gel - review

I have spent these past five days at the seaside. And what better oportunity than to test some of Gerovital's H3 Derma+ sunscreen products! I used them every day of my stay and now I'm ready to share with you my thoughts on them!

A little chat about Make-up Removal and Face Cleansing part 2

I talked about the importance of properly cleansing the skin in the previous post, now it's time to see what types of make-up removers are there. The most important thing you should know, is that you must choose the make-up removers according to your skin type and needs. Every make-up remover should clearly state the type of skin is designed towards. In addition to this, the strength of the make-up removers depends on the type of make-up products you use and their number.

A little chat about Make-up Removal and Face Cleansing

One of the most important step in our daily face routine, besides putting on SPF, is the cleansing routine. It is a MUST, every day, in the evening and in the morning, no matter if you had any make-up on or not!

Not removing make-up means congested skin and clogged pores which will lead to breakouts, puffiness around the eyes and fine lines – in short, a proper cleansing makes your skin look younger and healthier for longer!

my current make-up removers and cleansers stash

Gerovital Happiness Face cleansing gel cream - review

Several months ago I presented you the Happiness range created by Gerovital Farmec. Since then I have had the opportunity to test some of the products from the range so I'll be posting several reviews, starting with this one for the Face cleansing gel cream.

Monica's empties #2

My lovely ladies the time has come to present you with some of my empties I have accumulated since the last empties post. Many of them are quite old and realizing that the empties box was full, I decided it was time to tell you about them and throw them away. I will update you with this post once in several months, after thoroughly testing the products and having a clear opinion on them to share with you. So without further ado, let's see the empties :

Hand and nail care giveaway - CLOSED

My lovely ladies I thought I would spoil you again on my 7 months blog anniversary and make you happy with a new giveaway. This time I focused on the hand and nail care and compiled for you a mix of products meant to help you pamper yourself.

Farmec Glycerin Hand Cream - one of the best hand creams I've tried !

Hands are so important for a woman : they nourish and take care of others, they protect, they cherish, they love. They are also very sensitive to external damage from the wind and the extreme temperatures. We need to keep them healthy, strong but also soft and perfumed. They are also tools for seduction and ambasadors for elegance. We treat them at the salons with manis and treatments but also with hand creams and masks.

The hand cream with glycerin from Farmec helps you take care of your hands, prevent dehydration and restore their good looks and smoothness.

#Redescopera frumusetea / Rediscover beauty : mother - daughter beauty talk

As a celebration of Color Riche by L’Oréal Paris 30th anniversary, the brand has launched a beautiful challenge :  #Redescopera frumusetea / Rediscover beauty - a trip down the memory lane with our mothers in search of beauty.

  
What is beauty ? Nowadays people place great importance on the physical aspect, neglecting the beauty of the soul, which is more important, in my opinion. It doesn't matter if you are gorgeous on the outside if you are ugly on the inside. Beauty is temporary and in the end what remains is the inner beauty of the soul.
   
Beauty was not considered a must in my mother's youth but women who took care of themselves (had beautiful, elegant clothes, used creams and perfumes, had lipstick on and clean, long hair) were admired and revered. That shows the one must take care of himself at all times: beauty does not necessarily mean a perfect face and body; if you take care of your body and face, others will notice.

Source

A perfect day

Sunday I felt it was one of those days that are just perfect, unforgettable, filled with the right people and the right feelings and emotions. I started my day early in the morning with Beautybarometer's 3rd blog anniversary. She is one of my inspirations and a lovely person from whom you can learn a lot.

Special offers on 8th March for all women

Since today is 8th of March the International Day of Woman, many brands and companies have  discounts or special offers in this day as a gift for all of us women. Here are some of them :

Paula's choice skincare - has free shipping for orders over 100 ron.

Farmec - 25 % off in all products