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The All new Clarins Double Serum

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Last Friday, I was invited to a MasterClass organised by BeautyBar by Essenza to learn about the New Clarins Double Serum, its formulation and packaging. Of course, I was delighted as I am currently using the Double serum, this product was formulated 32 years ago with  the aim of reducing fine lines and wrinkles .
The Masterclass was conducted by Ann-Sophie Guerin,  the International trainer with Clarins. I have been at her Masterclass before  and i have to say she is very relateable and has an indepth knowledge about the product…. I wrote about the first masterclass here  Day out with Clarins and i had also reviewed the product here Clarins Skincare Product Haul + Full review .
Unfortunately , I got to the event late as I was just rounding off an interview at the Radio station with one of Nigerias most talented female artist , Niniola who had just debut a new single titled ‘Sicker’ . I was so excited to see other beauty enthusiasts in the class as well.
Thankfully, Ann- Sophie was happy to take me through the class again . So whats new with the Clarins double serum ?

  1. The very obvious one which is the press button which enables you control how much of the product you need at a time.
  2. An additional ingredient of turmeric extract. Ann Sophie added that the potent ingredient that aids in cell communication, turmerone boosts the serum’s five vital functions which include  hydration, nutrition, oxygenation, protection, and regeneration.
  3.  A setting for normal to dry skin/ cold climates and  normal to oily skin/hot climates like we experience most times.
She also showed us how to use the product to get effective results . It was a fun class and we were given the product , i am super excited to use the product because I was happy with the first one, I’m hoping this will give better results so stay tuned to my review.

The Clarins double Serum comes in 2 sizes and retails for  40,500 for 30ml and 49,500 for the 50ml bottle and its available at all Essenza stores nationwide , they are on Instagram @beautybar_essenza
Enjoy the pictures below .

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The new double serum

 
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With Biola Kasumu of Essenza

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TV Personality Eku Edewor and Beauty Blogger Nicole Chikwe

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With my goody bag rocking a Kimono fand High waist pants from Nigerian Label ShopMaju

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Actress Michelle Dede , Bukky Karibi-Whyte and Eku Edewor

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Yewande Thorpe of She loves the finer things

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Tolu Oniwo (Sales & Marketing manger Beauty Bar Essenza and Yewande Thorpe

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Nnenna Okoye of Youtopia beauty

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The all new double Serum and the old one . From the picture you can see that the press button can be turned to customize how much product comes out.

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The new double serum

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My Makari De Suisse Experience

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Hey guys,
Welcome back to my blog.
Can you believe I had written this post earlier and somehow  I lost the content? Just imagine the frustration. I thought I had saved the information and was waiting to upload the pictures, only to see that It was all gone. These are some of the challenges we face but we gotta keep it moving and provide content for you.
I would like to thank you for  the positive comments on my feature in the ongoing Makari De Suisse 24k gold ad/campaign . I am super excited and grateful , its my first ad as a beauty blogger . All thanks to God, hard work and you for supporting the brand .
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I have received quite a lot of questions and comments as to whether or not the product works or bleaches my skin . I blogged about my first encounter with Makari here and I’ve been using it for a while now. The ads I featured in is a true testament of my experience with the products over the past 9 months.
Makari De Suites is indeed a very popular product and needs no introduction . When I was much younger, i recall reading something about Senator Florence Ita-Giwa  being the face and representative of the line in Nigeria. I also recall seeing the products at beauty stands and ‘Lagos big babes” were buying it like pure water..lol. The hype was crazy.
Fast forward many years later, I was invited to the launch of the 24k gold range and just like any other consumer or skin care enthusiast , I was burning with the question of whether Makari was indeed a bleaching cream and put to rest all the comments i had read/heard about Makari.

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My favorite product from the line😘

I mentioned a couple of times that my skin is very reactive and responds to what I feed it so i get immediate results . This has been a deciding factor in settling with the skincare products i currently use.
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Makari De Suisse 24k gold

Months later , I was called in by the Makari team to shoot the ad after I gave my honest reviews on the products. They had viewed my work as an influencer and were happy to work with me and vice versa .
I was amazed at what the team;  led by the perfectionist Vienne Odofin put together , interpreting the vision for the ad. To be candid, It was a 24k gold experience . From the set,  guys that set was so gorgeous  I totally forgot I was in Nigeria, we shot somewhere in Ikeja (a secret location) , Nigerias finest  image consultant and designer Jane Michael made my dresses, photography  was by the talented Kola Oshalusi and visuals by Yinka Obebe of RedBox . My make up was by Yinka of TMT_247  and my hair by Kelechi. I was impressed with the attention to detail.
It was a long day on set between shooting stills , visuals and my shots with the wonderful kids I had on set with me. Seeing the finished images was very fulfilling and worth every minute we spent on set.
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Watch the BTS video here:
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Watch the ad here , watch it to the end🤗🤗
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I’m not a skincare expert and this paragraph summarizes the product and its ingredients.
“Formulated with 24K Gold, Omega Complex, Probiotics, Vegeclairine and an effective blend of botanical skin glow agents, this luxurious collection helps renew epidermal cells, diminish the appearance of scars, hyperpigmentation and stretch marks, gradually evens tone and brighten complexion for a more luminous appearance.”
Its safe to say the ingredients will not damage the skin. Google has the answers.
The part I highlighted is the truth and that’s why I fell in love with the serum which is my favorite from the range. I never knew Makari had a prescription and this is indeed an important step in using the products. I mentioned I use my range once or twice a week because the results are very effective. Watch the video on prescriptions here
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You can watch my testimonial about the product here
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Finally, where can you get the products. I have gotten a truck load of questions on this so here we go.
Authentic Makari ranges are now available at authorized dealers such as Casabella, MedPlus Pharmacy, Kuddy Cosmetics, Konga, Jumia, Valane Cosmetics, Hallmark, Prince Mega Trust, Editrust and Perfect Trust Cosmetics.
Follow @Makariofficialnigeria on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube for more details on the best products for your skin solutions, prescriptions and lots to win. If you have used Makari before and you have some concerns , feel free to ask questions via the Instagram page .
Thanks for reading and feel free to share your experience with me 🙂 looking forward to reading your comments
Sparkle and Shine.
 
with love ,
Kaylah
 

Sleek Studio Review x Giveaway

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Hi Guys,
Welcome back to my blog . It’s the month of June and i’m super stoked for whats to come . I have a big announcement so look out for that. Today, I’ll be reviewing specific skin care products from Sleek Studio. You know how big I am on Skincare so lets get right into it.
I was introduced to Sleek studio Skincare range about 2 years ago by the founder Dr Ebele Ugochukwu, MD of Sleek Studio Ltd,  do you remember Sleek Makeup? yep she runs that in addition to the Sleek Studio skin care range. She obtained her medical degree from the University of Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria and a diploma in practical dermatology from University of Cardiff Wales. She has experimented extensively with different skin care formulations and brands.Her qualifications and years of experience led to her interest and devotion to cosmetic dermatology.
She was a guest on my radio show #CatwalkwithKaylah (you can watch and listen via www.coolfm.ng or tune in to 96.9 Cool Fm every Thursday by 5pm ) ,we talked about skincare and I was given the products to try . It was 10 in all and I was like whoa….. that’s a lot but I gave it a shot because once again, my skin is reactive and I was happy to try , I recall going on a trip to Abuja at the time , so i ditched what I was using and went off with the entire range seen below.

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The 10 Skincare range from Sleek Studio

My favorite products from the Sleek Studio Range.
It has to be these 3 below

  1. A dab of Lightening .
  2. Scrub away my troubles
  3. Come clean
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My favorite from the range
  1. A dab of lightening

If you love serums (not everybody does) , you would love ‘The dab of Lightening’ ; with ingredients like Witch Hazel Extract and Kojic Acid just to mention a few. I once read that Kojic acid  functions primarily as a skin-lightening agent popular within the celebrity culture, this powerful ingredient assists in the exfoliation of dead skin cells, removing oil, dirt, and organisms that might be thriving on the skin. I alos .  It brightens the skin , however if you are looking to lighten your skin, you wouldn’t achieve anything with this because I find it works with your natural skin tone.
I use 4 – 6 drops for my face and neck at night after a toning the skin , the resultant effect is a healthy glow in the morning .

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I apply about 4 drops at night before i sleep. It retails at 3,350 naira only

2. Scrub Away my troubles
After my chat with Dr Ebele, i realized that its indeed essential to incorporate a scrub/exfoliation into your skin care routine . What it does is eliminate a dull appearance revealing a lovely natural glow, it also allows products like moisturizer and serums absorb quickly and work effectively on the skin . I recall asking Dr Ebele how many times i should exfoliate and her response was everyday (i stand corrected but i’m certain that’s what she said hehe) . Personally, I exfoliate twice a week but Fridays are set aside for a full body steam and exfoliation process to get me prepared for the weekend.
“Scrub away your troubles” is a Mineral Peel 100% natural ingredient facial scrub  with ingredients like Sea Salt(i tasted it, lmaooooo)  , Honey extract, Lime oil, just to mention a few . I love this scrub so much because its inexpensive and it works like magic. If you have sensitive skin like mine you will love it, because you get to scrub with felling like you used iron sponge on your face. It also leaves a “Just got out of the SPA scrub feel”
My tip : if you want a very vigorous scrub apply directly to bare skin and massage, but if you want to keep it mild , you can dampen the skin a bit before applying. It gives a squeaky clean feel when rinsed off .
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You can use this daily or less . Its 3,000 naira only

3. Come Clean
This is a gentle cleansing foam with Green Tea extract. Its Sulphate free and gets rid of make up fast If you are too lazy to wipe off the make up first , you can wash with this about 2 or 3 times with a few pumps, It strips off make up like magic. Personally I use this after taking out my make up with wipes , Its amazing because each pump comes out in a Foam/lather form that’s goes straight from your palm to your face , Its deep cleansing and mild on the skin too which is why its my top pick from the range
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Come Clean 3,000 naira only

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Your goody bag and contact information for Sleek Studio

THE BIG GIVEAWAY ( #KaylahxSleekStudioGiveaway)
I have decided to gift one of my readers with a full set of all the products valued at almost 40,000 as seen in the picture which includes my 3 favorite products from the range . You have to be a lover of skin care .
Step 1. Follow my blog , My Instagram (@kaylahoniwo) page and Sleek Studio Instagram Page (@sleekstudiong)
Step 2. Share with me why you need these products and your current skin care routine .
Step 3. Paste your answers on the post on Instagram and as a comment on this blog and finally wait on me to announce the winner.
Congratulations in advance and good luck
Chat soon
Kaylah Oniwo

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My best looks from the Golden Globes 2017

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The award season has officially kicked off and you cannot imagine how excited I am. Here are my favorite looks of the night! I noticed a lot of Sequin , Tulle , bold colours (predominantly yellow)  , quite a reveal on the cleavage, and a very interesting stand -out for the night , the lace fabric from D & G for Kerry Washington.

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Jessica Biel in Elie Saab ! This was my best look for the night!

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Tracee Ellis Ross

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Lily Collins in Zuhair Murad Fall 2016 Couture gown. She looked divine, I love ,
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Kerry Washington in Dolce & Gabbana. I love the colour of the lace, the cut and the fit, the shoes, the hair and make-up !

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Evan Rachel wood in Altuzzara. Love it.

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Sequin and Velvet, two things that can make or mar your outfit but Blake Lively looked amazing in custom Versace.

More of my favorites for the night.
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Brie Larson

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Janelle Monae

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Gwendoline Christie from Game of Thrones
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Julia Louis-Dreyfu
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Clean, Sharp and Crisp .
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Tom Ford

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Donald Glover’s suit choice was different and I love it.

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Justin Timberlake

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Ryan Reynolds

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Stranger Things cast Caleb McLaughlin, Finn Wolfhard, Noah Schnapp and Gaten Matarazzo.They look so adorable !
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For me, this is the breakdown of hair, skin , make -up and jewelry .I always look forward to this and I think it would be nice to focus on beauty looks for the red carpet at our own shows .  Here are my top choices. There is just something soft about these looks, look at Kerrys’s false lashes, not over the top.
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Hope you enjoyed this.
Cheers.

The Colour You Wear Defines You

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*Here’s a new article by a contributor . I love it and i think you can take something from it. Enjoy!
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I don’t do fashion. I am fashion – Coco Chanel
Your style defines you.
It’s easy to dismiss the idea of having a personal style. You
may consider looking clean or looking the part as good
enough. Is it?
A while back, I attended a friend’s church. I walked in and
made a decision that it would be my church from that
point. The sermon, music and other rites was like what I
experienced at my home church. The difference was the
environment. It appealed to my senses. It felt like I had
just noticed colour for the first time. The smiling faces, the
colourful people combined to produce a rush of dopamine.
I have attended the new church for a few weeks and the
novelty has worn off. But I still feel good when I’m around
these beautiful folks. In my former congregation, the
people looked good with no makeup and bland outfits.
Good just isn’t good enough.
This is no critic on religion and doctrines. But I learned
this: your choice of colour adds to how people feel around
you.
Scientists have researched into the correlation between
colour and mood. Colour Psychologists show that colours
affect emotional reactions and influence perceptions.
Branding agencies take advantage of this knowledge.
Colour is an influencing factor when customers make
decisions.
Singe (in the book Impact of Colour on Marketing) says
colour leads to 62%-90% of a customer’s choice.
Glasgow installed blue streetlights in some neighbourhoods
in 2002. It recorded a reduced crime rate in these areas,
Seattle Times reports. Japan’s Police also set up blue
streetlights in 2005 – crime dropped by 9% in blue lit
neighbours.
I’m not asking you to paint the city blue to reduce crime. I’m
not telling you to wear blue all day to avoid being a victim
of a criminal act. The point is colour influences
you and the people around you. The colour of the piece you
have on predetermines how people will treat you.
Just ask the matador who wore red pants on his first day at
work.
I know what you’re are thinking, What about Mark
Zuckerberg’s gray-tee and blue jeans. He seems to defy the
logic right? Nah. Grey represents elegance, humility,
respect, stability, neutrality, boredom and a lot more.
Maybe he did some research before settling for the colour.
Think about it.
Take your time. Don’t just throw something on. It’s easy,
you can search out these colours online and find out how
they influence perception. This will guide in piecing your
next outfit.
If you’re one of those who walk around with a lemon green
church banner over your outfits, stop it. Or know what
colours to combine it with. Better still wear matching pants
to complete the look. Ha ha.
Don’t play yourself.
Cheers.
Photo Credit: Peacock via Pixabay Cc