Top picks for acne prone skin! // Updated skincare routine

Just like every other teenage girl, I have faced the age old problem of the never ending cycle of acne. For most of my school life I was barely affected by it and embraced it as a side effect hitting puberty. Soon, I had to pay for my ignorant attitude. My skin was patchy, oily and my pimples were out of control especially during that time of the month. About six months ago I decided to give my skin the must needed attention it deserved. So, since the past few months I've been following (or trying to) a skin regime and I wanted to share it with you guys because it has helped me so so so much. No, don't have spotless skin, but new pimples have stopped being uninvited guests and skin has never felt more hydrated and nourished. Here are a few products and techniques if you're having a bad skin day and should definitely try!

Disclaimer! Most of the products I use are natural so test them before trying it out. Also, a product that worked for me might not work for yours.

My skin care routine is very basic and essentially consists of three important steps. It consists of cleansing, toning and moisturising. 

- Morning Routine!

- As soon as I wake up, I make sure I wash my face thoroughly to get rid of any dirt or oil. The face wash I use is the 'Delicate Facial Cleanser from Forest Essentials in Kashmiri Saffron & Neem' The product has been vital in helping my skin heel and I use it atlas twice a day. As it's name suggests, it is very gentle and helps prevent further formation of acne. It does not help in getting rid of acne scars, but I'm certainly not complaining! Another product I use for cleansing is the 'Kama Ubtan' soap free cleanser. Just add a few drops to it and clean your face with it, it works great too! 

- The next step is toning. As you guys know I'm a fan of natural products so Rose water was indeed my first choice. At first I was apprehensive about whether it would suit my skin type. After using it for almost a month I can definitely say it has done only good to me. Apart from toning it also helps in cleansing and refreshing your face. My go-to is the 'Dabur Gulabari Rose water' available easily in drug stores. Sometimes I also switch to 'Kara Toning Skin wipes in Rose' if I'm on the go and need some freshness. I usually leave the product on my face for a minute before jumping on the next step.

- Next step is probably one of the most underrated step. Living in the Tropics, I considered a moisturiser of any use only during a winter holiday, but little did I know that my oily skin was craving it!  Your skin tends to get oily when it isn't sufficiently hydrated. So I've started moisturising my skin at least thrice a day to keep it nourished.  My dermatologist recommended the 'Cetaphil' lotion that is really popular. It is a very light weight product and is perfect for pre makeup. Nivea works for me too, but I don't prefer applying it during summers due to its thick consistency.

- Night Routine!
My night routine is typically the same. Instead of the moisturiser I use my 'Kumkumadi Teenage night cream' that I have written about before. 

- Face packs and exfoliators
Home remedies are my go to when it comes to face packs and exfoliators. 'Turmeric + yogurt + rose water' makes the best one indeed! Leave it on till it sort of hardens and gently massage it on your face. It works as a great exfoliator and gives an instant glow. Turmeric has great healing properties and works well for me. I make sure I'm doing this once or twice a week.

- Makeup
Makeup doesn't actually cause acne but thats only if you're taking a hell lot of time to remove it. I use a mac makeup remover to get rid of the lip and eye products followed by an intense face wash to melt the makeup and get rid of it. Removing makeup is crucial especially if you are prone to acne so make sure you're using products that are alcohol and oil free and suitable for blemished skin which isn't too harsh. 

- Diet (Work in process)
Excess dairy and oily food takes a toll on your skin very quickly. What you eat basically shows on the outside too. I've been trying to avoid eating outside a lot and have been trying to switch fried snacks with dry fruits or a fruit bowl. Milk is one drink I can't do without so I slowly trying cut down my consumption of milk and milk products too. 

- Water, lots of it!
Drinking water is so important for your skin! Drinking at least 6-7 glasses of water can bring out a drastic change. Ditch the coffee and aerated drinks for some plain water because the simpler the better!

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// July Favorites //

Goodbye July and a warm hello to August! I know, I know, it is almost the middle of this month and I'm a little late but it's never too late to do a favorites post I guess! In this post I'm talking about some products and items I've been using or wearing and loving this season. If you follow me on Instagram you probably saw this list first! Nevertheless, follow me on Instagram if you haven't already to see a snippet of my newest posts. Without further yap-ping (if that's a word haha) let's get into it >>

# Victoria's Secret Body Lotion 

In my recent trip to Scandinavia, I bought some items from the 'Pink' range of Victoria's Secret, one of which was the Wild & Breezy body lotion. The body lotion needless to say smells amaazing. The consistency is not very thick and sticky which is what I personally prefer. It does not have any sun protection which could be it's only flaw. Apart from that, it does a great job at hydrating my skin and creates a perfect base for any scent.

# Nykaa Matte Nail polish

You're probably living under a rock if you don't know about matte nail polish. It is so trendy and everybody has been rocking a neat coat of matte nail polish. I'm a huge fan of Nykaa's range which is easily available online and in stores. I prefer nudes and pinks and opted for a rosy nude that goes well with almost everything and looks super classy.

# Victoria's Secret Perfume

If you've been following my blog since a long time you'd know that I am a big fan (or rather hoarder) of perfumes and love finding distinct scents and perfumes. The "Pure Seduction" scent is a delight for every girl. It isn't very strong and isn't too mild as well. It is just the perfect balance. Not very long lasting like most VS perfumes, but who's complaining?

# Kumkumadi teenage night cream

Another forest essentials product had to be on my favorites list! Forest Essentials has been a company that my entire family uses religiously. Needless to say, I'm a fan of their wide range of natural products and their blend of luxury and nature is very compelling. When I got to know that they had launched a cream for teenagers especially those with troubling skin, I knew I had to buy one for myself. Of course, it is pricey for a teenager, but I love the product anyway. It hasn't helped my skin change drastically and I'll have to wait a few more months to see a significant change. The product come in a medium sized box that'll last you a very long time. The consistency is amazing and the scent is good. It will help you get rid of any irritation and also redness to some extent.

# Cat eye reflectors

I have spoken about these sunglasses for so long now! I have a profound craze for cool sunglasses and can never get enough of them. These cat eye reflectors from River Island are indeed my new favorite.

# Fur Sliders

Fur sliders are sooo big this season! They are the more stylish and edgy way to wear chappals and I clearly can't get over how comfortable and stylish they are. I bought mine from Zara and you could buy them literally anywhere because they're widely available at a lot of stores. 

# Quirky White sneakers

White sneakers just got an update! They have become so much more than just regular shoes and quirky patches and embroidery have made it all the more stylish. I bought mine from Shein.com They have a pineapple print on them and trust me, I'm obsessed! 

Thanks guys for reading along! See you soooon.

                               ~Thought for the week~

"Never regret anything in life. If it is good, its wonderful. If it is bad, its an experience."

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Room Tour! // New Beginnings

Hola beautiful people! How's everyone doing? Hope you're enjoying the brand new layout and theme of my website, let me know in the comments below. This blog post is rather a special one because after a really long time I've re-embraced my love for blogging and passion for fashion, yes that rhymed! From almost shutting my website to re-building it I'm really happy about my enthusiasm to create new content and share it with you guys. In this 2.0 updated version of my blog I want to change things up big time! Firstly, the content. I don't want to stick to fashion, but want to be more open about my life experiences. Be it traveling, funny anecdotes or experiences of my first's, I want to talk about it and make this website my online diary, quiet literally! No, I haven't started over with the intention of becoming popular or increasing followers, but I've done this for my love for blogging that I lost somewhere amidst the Instagram competition to stand out and reach the 'k' followers.I hope you guys follow me along with this journey and support me.

 In other news, I'm currently learning Spanish which explains the introductory hola :p According to the app that I'm learning it on I'm 12% fluent in the language, let's see how long it takes me to reach a full 100! One bummer this week has definitely been the underwhelming rains in Mumbai and makes me majorly reminisce 2007/8 rainfall.

If you've been following me on social media (which you should be) you'd know that I recently filmed and captured the fairly new elements of my room to put together a room tour. Here are a few photos and details of the items in my room. Full video is on Instagram, check it out!

 Here's the layout of my room. That's my bed from style spa which I've for many years now. The highlight of the bed is definitely the covers. Bought this 'high school musical' themed bed sheet from Shoppers Stop. The blanket is from D'decor and is undoubtedly the best one I've owned yet.

That's my favorite window. Irrespective of the fact that I live in one of the busiest cities in the country I'm fortunate to have a quiet amidst the noise in my little corner. It's the lush green trees and birds chirping that really get me going in the morning!

A major part of my room re-decoration was this wall. I've wanted a world map of some sort in my room for the longest time and this idea of painting it on my blue textured wall couldn't have been any better. The wall reminds me of how vast the earth is. The more you travel, the more you realize that there's so many countries yet unexplored and so many sights yet unseen. They say its a small world, but is it? The wall depicts my passion for traveling and makes me feel grateful all the time.

No room is complete without some tumblr inspo and DIY love. I saw this wall grid in one of Alisha Marie's videos and wanted to put up something similar in my room. So I diy'ed it (if that's a word) and used an old grill. Spray painted that and hug it up. It's still not done yet because I need to put up more pictures and accesories.

Next up is my desk that I truly adore. Woodwork really fascinates and FabIndia is literally a place I could spend hours admiring just that! I bought this table a couple of years ago and must say, it's still in great shape. I got it polished last month for the first time. On my table I have some plants and flowers. If you ever happen to visit my house you'd know my mom is a plant LOVER and over the period of time she has turned me into one too. Needless to say, I have a lot of plants in room including these cute saplings that I purchased from a store opposite Mini Punjab in Pali hill, Bandra. 

This gorgeous cane art that I don't like to call a bin stands beside this table. I bought it from Arabella (Pali hill, Bandra) and you must visit this store if you want to buy some cool home decor with intricate details.

Can't miss out this hanging lamp again from Fab India. 

Here's my 'vanity' as I like to call it! A huge mirror that usually distracts me while I'm studying, some fairy lights from Fab India (I'm quite a FabIndia hoarder) and of course my storage full of products, oils, comic books and random bits and bobs. 

A Kashmiri mattress because every Indian home is incomplete without one.

Wanted to include another pair of creepers in this blog post. Ah, the joy of having greens around you is weirdly enriching!

Gracias! Thanks guys for reading along. Adios, see you next week!

..Thought for the week..

We rise by lifting others and supporting others success won't dampen yours. Empower & grow.

Pots of positivity,

Juweria <3

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10 must do in Norway (Summer)

The last and final part of the #scandinaviaseries is finally here! Can we just take a moment to notice the fact that every other post of mine begins with a "Sorry I've been so inactive lat.." ? Just wanted to tell you guys that I'm studying in 12th grade now which means I am surrounded with work and a ton of different things to do! Anyway, let's finish this series on a high note. I'm going to be chatting about one of the most breathtaking country I have ever had the fortune to visit, Norway. From crystal blue water to the spotless white snow, this place has so much to offer for every nature lover.Norway is a country ten times smaller than India with some of the best scenic wonders in the world and not to forget, a very tourist friendly country with the most friendly locals. 
I have listed down 10 must do's in this post that I experienced and you should too if you're visiting the country in no particular order. Have a look!

#1 Shop at Karl Johans, Oslo

The capital city unlike other capitals isn't as bustling as you would expect it to be. The city has got quite corners, lush green streets and a lot of cycles. Being a lover of the city vibe, Karl Johan street was an instant hit with me. Live artists performing, rock bands performing in the corner, lovely shopping stores and the best add-on being the fact that it is a walking street, so no vehicles. I did quite a lot of shopping from stores like Lush and Victoria's secret which are yet to arrive in India along with some local brands like bik bok and stadium which I absolutely loved! Do visit this street while you're in Oslo if you love shopping and want to enjoy a lit evening at a cafe around the corner with good music.

#2 Visit Geilo

Geilo was undoubtedly a hidden gem. While road tripping around Norway and stopping by numerous towns, little did I know that one night at the resort town of Geilo would be such a delight. I visited the town in summer which means there was so snow activity (which is what it is well known for), but that didn't stop us from hiking up on a snowy mountain or relaxing in a hot pool. I stayed at Vestllia hotel which I highly recommend for a cozy getaway overlooking snow.

Here's a link to the official Geilo website: https://www.visitnorway.com/places-to-go/eastern-norway/geilo/

#3 Stay at Dragsvik Hotel, Balestrand

Probably my favorite accommodation in the entire trip was this cozy two storey guesthouse. This country style house was no where close to a hotel room. Overlooking a glistening lake, the cozy rooms with woolen blankets and wooden balconies were all I could ever ask for. The room had a little kitchen, dining area and the fluffiest bed I've ever layed on. The staff is super sweet too and they provide you with cycles to ride across the hill side too! A must must must visit if you stop by Balestrand.

#4 Cruise across Naeoyfjord fjord

How can i talk about Norway and not talk about the famous fjords? The view cannot be captured from the best lenses in the world. Of course, there are a lot fjords in Norway and honestly all are very famous and equally stunning. So take a pick on the fjord you want to visit, but don't come back home without cruising across one. There are plenty of boats and cruises that travel in and around Norway and it is definitely worth the money!

#5 Eat at a sea food market in Bergen

After a long journey to the Southwestern coast of Norway to the picturesque city of Bergen the first thing we did was indulge in some fresh Norwegian sea food produce! From salmon to cod fish there was just so much to offer. The open air sea food market in tucked on the side of the streets is quite a sight to see. So grab a table by the lake and enjoy some scrumptious food! We ate at a place called "Fish Me" which served really good food.

Here's a link to the official site of Bergen tourism
https://www.visitnorway.com/places-to-go/fjord-norway/bergen/

#6 Experience the midnight sun & of course the Northern lights!

Unfortunately I couldn't experience the northern lights despite travelling so far away but having said that I thoroughly enjoyed the Norwegian summers! Norway is packed with natural wonders and the Midnight sun is one you can experience during the summer time. Being an Indian I'm used to the calling it a day by 7:00pm, but in Norway it is a totally different ball game all together. The sun sets at around 3, sometimes 4:00am and on some days doesn't set at all! It is on such days you feel grateful for the existence of curtains :-p

#7 Music festivals

If you're an avid follower of electronic and metal music you'd know that some of the world chart toppers from these genres are from Norway. Right from Alan Walker to Kygo are from Norway! If you're a music buff plan a midnight sun concert or experience Vinjerock, a music festival 1060 metres above sea level!

#8 Make a pit stop at Voringfoss

I saw the most beautiful sight of nature in the entire trip in this one stop. At first I was too lazy to get out of the car mid-way the road trip, but was stunned to see nature at it's absolute best. Waterfalls, rainbows and a mist of fog, it looked like a painting. 

#9 Eat authentic Norwegian food at grefsenkollen restaurant

The urge to eat local food when travelling abroad is real! Our local guide suggested us this cafe which was just beyond incredible. This restaurant which is actually a wedding chapel too looked from straight off  a Magic tree house dream! Must eat the famous local apple cake along with open sandwiches and fish cakes!

#10 Take a cross country cruise

If i had to point out one of the most fun nights of my life, it would be the night at a cruise while travelling from Denmark to Norway. Yes, this doesn't count as things to do in 'Norway' but where else would you find yourself surrounded by snow capped mountains and majestic waves? The Scandinavian cruise lines are wonederful and you must try it out!

This marks the end of my #scandinaviaseries I really hope you guys enjoyed it! Let me know what series you want to see next and have a good day!

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