Review: NARS Sheer Glow Foundation

Hey guys, well I think it's been way overdue for me to review this new foundation I've recently added to my collection, if any of you didn't know already this little baby here is NARS Sheer Glow also known as my number one most favouritest favourite foundation ever in the history of my foundation collection. Personally I didn't think anything could beat MAC's pro-long wear foundation but NARS has blown MAC out of the water with this one. 

Now that the introduction is over, I shall get back to reviewing the foundation. I've been using it more or less everyday for the past couple of months so I feel like I can give you guys my honest opinion about it. This is the first ever NARS product I've used and after hearing everyone on YouTube and various other blogs rave about it, I thought I have to try it too. Besides anything that promises to give me flawless looking skin I'm a sucker for!

The lady that colour matched me said I was in the middle of the shade 'Barcelona' and 'Punjab' (snazzy names huh), in the end I went for the darker shade (Barcelona) just because I felt more comfortable with it on my face. Let me start of with the coverage, when I first heard about the name 'sheer glow' I assumed it was going to give me a really dewy finish and the coverage was going to be light.. To my surprise it was the complete opposite, the coverage is medium but very buildable, the finish is slightly dewy, but by no means glowing as the name suggests. The best thing about this particular foundation is, I don't find myself looking blotchy after applying it at 7am, which is another bonus for anyone that works during the day, speaking from experience this foundation won't let you down.   

When applying it to my face I find that the Real Techniques buffing brush works a treat, doesn't take a lot of effort to blend and leaves my skin looking radiant and some what natural. What I mean by natural is, it doesn't completely paint the face, if applied correcting and buffed in properly, you won't be left looking cakey in the slightest but more natural and evened out. If your like me and don't particular like looking dewy, I usually apply MAC blot powder over the top which gives me a matte look. As my skin type is a combination (oily T zone and normal everywhere else) I find I need to blot my face during the day but never have to apply more foundation. 

The only negatives I have about this foundation is the fact it doesn't come with a pump, after paying so much for the foundation alone, you'd think the pump would be thrown in. I think higher end brands should really consider making that rule mandatory (who's with me?) Also the price wasn't very impressive either, £30.50 for a foundation is pretty ridiculous but it does last quite a long time and is amazing so I guess I can let that one slide.    

With this foundation a little definitely goes a long way. Above are a few swatches to show you how nicely it blends and I hope you can see the coverage it gives too. I only have to use one pump for my whole face and for me that's suffice. In all honesty since buying this foundation, it's all I wear and would recommend it to everyone even if you have oily skin, like I mentioned earlier, it doesn't really give you a glow, I'd say it's more semi-matte so don't be put off by the name. I've never had more compliments on my skin since wearing this to be honest.. So purchasing it again is an absolute must!

Have you tried this foundation? If so what do you think of it..

I hope this review has helped (specially for those that asked me on Instagram).

Until my next post,

As-Salaamalaikum x

OOTD: Thrown on?

What I'd typically just throw on when I'm in a rush..

Hijab - Zara

Leather Jacket - Miss Selfridges 

Long Dress/Abaya/Kurta - Janan Boutique

Shoes - Primark (I couldn't resist, their so cute)

Bag - Zara

Take care,

As-Salaamalaikum x

How To Wear: Neon

Hey guys, so I thought I'd do a little bit of a different post for you all, your probably getting bored of my endless OOTD's lately.. Sorry about that! Well recently I've been loving wearing neon colours! Abit daring & out of my comfort zone.. Yes! But I've kind of come up with a way that isn't as daunting to wear so I hope it helps the rest of you that love neon colours as much as I do but don't really know how to wear it without looking like a rainbow. 

(Above are a few pieces I have in my wardrobe that are neon & as you can tell I've taken a liking to the limes & corals.. Such pretty colours!)

So basically the way I see it is, you can't wear 2 pieces of clothing that are neon at the same time. That for me is a big no no! By having just one piece of neon on, you'll make a statement with a little pop of colour instead of blinding someone. Below is a list of how I wear neon and what I'd wear them with.

1. White goes with everything - By wearing all white (skinny jeans, shirt & blazer/cardigan) and adding some neon coloured shoes or bag or even hijab, you'll be toning down the neon with the white whilst still making the neon the pop in your outfit. 

2. If not White, then any Neutral Outfit - Like the previous point, adding any neon accessory with a neutral outfit will still look on trend without looking too over the top. 

3. Neon top/Dark bottom and vice versa - If I'm wearing a neon top then I will make sure I'm wearing something darker on the bottom and vice versa.

4. STRIPES - Neon and stripes always look so cute together. Let's say you have a neon coloured blazer, pairing it with a striped tee, some boyfriend fit jeans and converse, will give you a nice laid back casual look whilst still looking bang on trend. 

5. Let your Shoes do the talking - If any of you caught my OOTD I posted not long ago, it's a perfect example of letting your shoes be the main focal point of your outfit. If you missed it, you can check it out here. Shoes are a good way for erm let's say new starters to neon (like me). Throwing anything on and adding some neon shoes always looks good.. Give it a try and see how you like it.

6. Neon Skinny Jeans - I don't actually own a pair myself (not that brave.. yet) but I've seen girls wearing them and they look so good depending on what they wear with them obviously. I think you have to be really careful with neon jeans as it's such a big part of your outfit and can't really be hidden so it's vital that when you wear them, you wear them right! In my opinion if you was to wear them during the day, pairing them with a solid colour tee or light jumper would be perfect. In the evening I would pair them with a dark coloured blouse and shoes, Black would look really nice.

7. Neon Jewelry - Understated and always gives it that little pop of colour. Neon jewelry can be found everywhere on the high street now and by adding it to any outfit you'll give it a nice little boost.

8. For us Hijab's! - YOU CAN ROCK ANYTHING ANYWAY SO YOU GO GUUUURLSSS!    

(Neon Cambridge Satchels.. LOVE!)

       (Some ways you could wear your neon pieces)

Why not pull your neon pieces out and experiment abit with them, your bound to find a comfortable way to wear them whilst looking amazing but hurry, Summer is leaving us fast!    

Show me how you wear your neon pieces.. 

Find me on:

Instagram - nk92

Twitter - @NazmaKahn

Tag me in , I'd love to see your ideas, it'll give me inspiration too! :)

Take care, until my last post,

As-Salaamualaikum x