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Lakme Fruit Moisture Strawberry Night Cream Review

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Lakme Fruit Moisture Skin Renewal Night Cream with Strawberry,Kiwi and Passionfruit Review
Lakme Fruit Moisture Skin Renewal Night Cream with Strawberry,Kiwi and Passionfruit Review




What the Company claims: Fight Winter Dryness while you sleep with Lakmé Strawberry Night Crème
 Wake up to youthful skin with this ultra-nourishing blend of juicy strawberries, 4 Hydrating Agents & 1 Anti-oxidant. Formulated with Nutritiv Moisture Technology, it works with your skin’s natural night-time revival process and implants your cells with moisture for 12-long hours. So when you wake up after a good night’s sleep, you skin will look nourished and youthful.

Ingredients:

  MRP: Rs.130/- for 50g

Its a pink colored thick cream with a very strong artificial strawberry scent. Though its thick it does gets absorbed into the skin in a few minutes. It keeps the skin supple and moisturised until the next morning but it does not do anything else. It has this new twisted Lakme packaging..but the only thing is the opening of the tub being narrow at the top..it becomes difficult to take the cream when its half over.

Pros:

1. Keeps skin supple and moisturised.
2. Gets absorbed within a few minutes.
3. Did not break me out.
4. Its more suitable for dry skin or in winters. I guess people with dry skin might like it more.
5. Economical..since the product lasts long.

Cons:

1. Tub packaging and narrow mouth makes it difficult to use when half over.
2. Strong artificial strawberry smell.
3. It does not do anything except keep the skin moisturised..and that even my normal moisturiser when used at night would do..I did not see any change in my skin at all.

Overall its an ok product. But my HG Himalaya Night Cream works more for me and I am quite happy with that.

Rating:

Quality: 3/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 3.5/5

Overall Rating: 3/5

Would I buy it again: No

P.S: Product gifted by brand.

Johnsons Ph 5.5 Nourishing Honey Body Wash Review

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Johnsons Ph 5.5 Nourishing Body Wash with Honey Review



What the Company claims:

Ingredients:

MRP: Rs.260/- for 750ml (huge qty)

Johnsons Ph 5.5 Nourishing Body Wash with Honey…with the name you know it would have a nice warm honey smell. And as its Ph Balancing Body wash its neither too drying nor does it leave a film on the skin..leaves my skin soft,clean and moisturised..just as I prefer…its my HG Body Wash.

Its a white runny lotion..has a nice warm scent to it..comes in a pump dispensor packaging. This one is made in Malaysia and I had got it from Alfa..so I am not very sure of it being available here locally.

Pros:

1. Leaves skin soft and moisturised.
2. Foams nicely.
3. You just need 1-2 pumps for the whole body. And since it comes in this huge 750 ml bottle it would easily last you 7-8 months.
4. Economical.
5. Has the benefits of oats,glycerin and honey.
6. Of all the body washes I have used till now..I love this one and hence its my Holy Grail.
7. Its 100% soap free.
8. Ph 5.5 Balanced..hence it would adjust to the normal Ph of skin and keep it balanced.

Cons:

1. Has SLS.
2. Not travel friendly as its a huge bottle.
3. Availability is an issue. I am not aware if its available locally.

Overall I am in love with this body wash and Ya I only use this and from last so many months…This is still going strong. I guess I am going to use this forever.

Rating:

Quality: 5/5
Value for money: 5/5
Availability: 3.5/5

Overall Rating: 4.5/5

Would I buy it again: For sure !

Have you tried the Johnsons Ph 5.5 range ?

Skin Foods

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Skin Foods

Foods are very important for the skin. Some types of foods actually feed the skin too. We use all sorts of creams and lotions on our skin externally but it is extremely important for the skin to be healthy and glowing internally, and for that we need to take care of it from within too, feeding it with the right stuff. I, being a Vegetarian always had some problems as eggs and sea food were out of the list already.

                    
Here is a list of some foods which are very important for a healthy skin and can be had by anyone including vegetarians :

1.  Oranges and Amla: They are a great source of Vitamin C or Ascorbic Acid which help in protecting  the skin from UV rays and other environmental factors and also help in making collagen which keeps the skin tight and supple.

                       
2.   Berries: All the berries fall in these categories from strawberry, blueberry, raspberry, etc. These are an excellent source of anti-oxidants and would keep your skin younger looking and fresh for a long time to come. You can also add Pomegranate in that.

                        
3.  Low fat dairy products: All dairy products from milk, yogurt, cottage cheese, etc are rich in Vitamin A. It keeps your eyes, skin and hair healthy, supple and moisturized. Dry flaky skin is a sign of its deficiency.

                           
4.  Water: We know how important hydration for our body is. We need to drink 8-9 glasses of water daily. It will help cleanse your system of toxins and let nutrients move better.

                                       


5.  Almonds and Nuts: They are rich source of Vitamin E and would keep your skin moisturized and in shape. They would also protect your facial tissue from pre mature ageing.
                                  
6.  Flax Seeds and Sunflower seeds:  They contain essential fatty acids and Omega 3 fatty acids which are very much essential for the skin and body. A teaspoon of flax seeds is to be ideally consumed for shiny skin and hair.

                        
7.  Red and Green Vegetables: All those colorful veggies also are rich in Vitamin A and Beta Carotene plus they also have anti oxidants.

                               
8.  Whole grains: They are full of Vitamin B or Niacinmide which help in cell regeneration and replace old cells with new.

                               
9.  Green Tea: Everyone knows the benefits of green tea. It is not only rich in antioxidants, helps increase metabolism, keeps your weight in check, repairs your skin and also helps in skin cancer. It also has anti inflammatory properties.

                                 
1   Pulses/Lentils: The Protein in Pulses helps your skin cells grow and nails become strong. It also helps in controlling hair fall.

                              
11  Aloe Vera: Drinking Aloe Vera juice helps a lot in healing acne, purifying and clearing skin and blood, rashes, pigmentation,etc

                                   
Besides these, Sea Food and eggs are always the highest and richest source of most of the Vitamins and even important minerals like Selenium and Zinc which are very good for great skin and hair.

Do you feed your skin ?? 

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7 Beauty Tips for Sensitive Skin

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Sensitive Skin

People with red hair, or who have Celtic, Irish, British or Scottish heritage often suffer from sensitive skin, which is characterized by very thin, fragile and pink colored skin.

Sensitive skin is often mistaken for allergy-prone skin. In sensitive skin the blood vessels and nerve endings are closer to the surface of the skin, which causes it to get irritated and redden easily from external or internal irritants. Not only can topical application of a cosmetic cause sensitive skin to redden, but so can eating spicy food, consuming caffeine or alcohol, taking niacin (Vitamin B3), exposure to sun or tobacco use.

Sensitive skin is much more likely to develop reactions and allergies to cosmetics, however many reaction to cosmetics for people with sensitive skin may not be associated with true allergies. It takes special attention to the details of foods and cosmetic ingredients to isolate what is causing simply red irritated skin and what is the cause of a true allergy. Either way anyone with sensitive skin knows that whether it is a true allergy or simply a reaction from sensitive skin it is desirable to avoid the cause of the reaction in the future.

7 tips for Sensitive Skin:

  • Avoid cedar wood at this ingredient, all be it naturally derived, can cause skin irritation
  • Don’t use pre purchased face cloths/wipes as these contain chemicals and artificial preservatives that can irritate sensitive skin types
  • Avoid coriander oil this can cause contact dermatitis
  • Splash your face with water before and after cleansing and use a face cloth with luke warm water (not hot!)
  • Avoid artificial fragrances. Not to be confused with natural fragrances – some of which can actually be healing!
  • Select a certified organic face cleanser
  • Be gentle with your skin – don’t rub and scrub vigorously, this can increase the sensitivity
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L’Occitane Lavender Hand Cream Review

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L’Occitane Lavender Hand Cream Review

I had shared my experience about 99labels.com and that I got the L’occitane Lavender hand cream…I am using it from these many days..and read on to know more 😉

What the Company clams: A signature L’Occitane essential. A worldwide best-seller. Blends the nourishing benefits of Shea Butter with soothing A.O.C. lavender essential oil and rosemary extract. Contains vitamin E, shown to help encourage cell renewal, and–for sheer pleasure–bestows the subtle fragrances of the Mediterranean upon your senses. Feel transported to Provence with every application.


Ingredients: Water, Glycerin, Isononyl Isononanoate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Propylene Glycol, Cetyl Alcohol, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Cyclomethicone, Honey Extract, Polyacrylamide, Ceteareth-33, Phenoxyethanol, Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Fragrance, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Beeswax, Tocopherol, Xanthan Gum, Methylparaben, Laureth-7, Linalool, Menthol, Tetrasodium EDTA, Limonene, Butylparaben, Ethylparaben, Propylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Coumarin, Citral, Benzyl Alcohol, Geraniol.

MRP: Rs. 495/- for 30ml

I never used a hand cream before…my hands are soft and any normal cream worked for me just as fine..But I had heard so much about it that I wanted to try..and when I saw this on offer I could not resist myself 😉 I am glad coz I am loving the experience..

Its a normal white colored cream..not too thick or greasy neither runny..normal consistency..spreads easily and gets absorbed in a jiffy ! It smells DIVINE !!
Seriously I am so in love with the lavender smell now..and the smell stays on for 3-4 hours…and I like keep smelling my hands :p I am so addicted to it now 🙂 Its so small..it fits in the palms..

Pros:

1. Smells super awesome.
2. The smell stays on for 3-4 hours.
3. Hands stay super soft..especially when used over night..you wake up to soft hands having amazing lavender smell 🙂
4. It gets absorbed in a jiffy…and its not at all greasy kinds..so you would not have that sticky greasy feeling..I hate those thick greasy creams :/
5. I like the packaging..its kinda different but a trademark L’occitane of course
6. Has shea butter,sunflower oil,lavender oil,rosemary oil,honey,coconut oil, xanthum gum and other ingredients..does feel great on the skin.
7. I use a little for cuticles and nails too..and like how they feel 🙂
8. Travel friendly.

Cons:

1. Expensive…you get only 30 ml for 495..you can get double qty at the same price from The Body Shop.
2. No SPF.
3. Has parabens and alcohol.

Overall I am in love with it…but its a splurge surely..and not an economical buy..but sometimes you can pamper yourself 😉

Rating:

Quality: 5/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 4/5

Overall Rating: 4/5

Would I buy it again: Yes… 🙂

Have you tried the L’occitane hand creams yet ? 

The Body Shop Facial Buffer Review

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I think even this is owned by majority of the bloggers here..and if not..rush to get it :p

What the Company claims : A gentle exfoliating sponge to polish your skin, whilst cleansing, leaving it feeling refreshed and looking radiant. Use daily for a gentle skin boost. Particularly good for use on dry skin that needs to be exfoliated regularly, it leaves the skin feeling soft and smooth.

Directions for use: Apply a small amount of cleansing foam to the Facial Buffer and rub over the face in circular movements.

Tip : Splash your face with warm water. Apply Vitamin E Cream Cleanser to the buffer and smooth over the face and neck. Splash your face with water to remove residue. Use every morning or evening to help remove dead skin cells.

MRP: Rs. 145/-

Pros:

1. Its the best facial exfoliator one can ever use.
2. Does what it claims…exfoliates well to leave skin soft and smooth.
3. Cheap at 145 and lasts really long.
4. Comes with a strap..easy to hold and use..and hang in the bath.

Cons:

1. Feels a little rough at the start..similar to the Bath Gloves…so one can go overboard..its to be used with light hands without any pressure.
2. Its to be washed and dried every 1-2 weeks.

I would suggest using it 2-3 times a week..like alternate days or so….as daily exfoliation might not be good…depends from skin to skin. But these are a must have and my HG for exfoliating face…like the Bath Gloves :))

Rating:

Quality: 5/5
Value for money: 5/5
Availability: 4/5 (Sometimes out of stock)

Overall rating: 4.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes..forever…:)

Do you have the TBS Facial Buffer ??

Garnier Body Cocoon Review

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Garnier Body Cocoon Review


I know many of you have tried it and I have got mixed reviews..some love it and it their HG and some hate it..well I found it to be somewhere in between.

What the Company claims :
Is this right for me ? Yes, if your skin feels dry, rough, flaky and tight, Garnier Body Cocoon moisturising lotion will soothe and restore the skin’s suppleness, leaving it feeling unbelievably soft.
How is it different ?
Its creamy yet light texture is instantly absorbed into the skin-enveloping it in a nourishing cocoon of softness, leaving it deliciously fragranced. Its moisturising formula blends selected natural ingredients.
Nutritive fruit oils from apricots, olives, blackcurrants and avocados to deliver an immediate burst of moisture to the skin.
Visible Results: Dry skin appears transformed Visibly smoother, Noticeably softer. Do not apply on the face.

Garnier Body products use wherever possible, active natural ingredients which have been carefully extracted to preserve their quality and purity.
Have been dermatologically tested to ensure respect to your skin.
Now this is a huge huge claim :p

Ingredients: Aqua/Water, Paraffinum Liquidum/Mineral Oil, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol, Elaeis Guineensis/Palm Oil, Stearyl Heptanoate, Hexyldecanol, Olea Europaea/Olive Fruit Oil, Persea Gratissima/Avocado Oil, Prunus Armeniaca/Apricot Kernel Oil, Ribes Nigrum/Black Currant Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera/Grape Seed Oil, Carbomer, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Stearic Acid, Stearyl Caprylate, Triethanolamine, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Parfum/Fragrance, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone

MRP: Rs 89/- for 125 ml and Rs 145/- for 250 ml (which was 75 and 130 before..why the increase in prices !!)

This is a thick white lotion..actually the texture is more like a cream and thats why takes ages for it to come out.
The smell is a bit different and weird but it faints in a few minutes and does not stay for long.

Pros:
1. It moisturises the skin well for my normal body skin.
2. Economical at Rs 89/-
3. Easy to carry around.
4. I like the packaging and the bright orange bottle.
5. Does not leave the skin greasy.

Cons:
1. Takes 5 mins to get absorbed into the skin properly.
2. Would not suit extra dry skin as they would need more moisturisation.
3. Claims are too high and it does not fulfill all.
4. I would expect more qty as this small bottle if used on hands and legs would not even stay for 2-3 weeks.

Rating:

Quality- 3.5/5
Value for money- 3/5
Availabilty- 5/5

Overall rating- 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes..I quite liked it as it does suit my skin.

Have you used this ? Did you like it ?

Related posts:

Vaseline Intensive Care Total Moisture Lotion Review
Garnier Light Daily Moisturising Lotion Review 
Himani Boroplus Advanced Moisturising Lotion Review
Liz Earle Skin Repair Light Moisturiser Review
Lakme Honey and Avocado Winter Perfect Day Lotion Review 

Khadi Mauri Face Wash Review

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Khadi Mauri Face Wash Review


I had got this one with my Khadi haul…I think this is the first face wash I have seen that comes in a bottle..:p

What the Company claims: 100% soap free cleansing preparation fortified with natural cleansing extracts which deep cleanse skin removing all the dirt, germs & infection from inside the pores of skin and keeps the skin soft, clean , tender, well moisturized and free from pimples.

From site
Khadi Face Wash is extremely mild and gentle; yet it is a super-effective cleanser. It helps to retain natural glow on your face.
Benefits
Gentle use removes all pollution, grime, oil as well as make-up from your face.
Does not dry the skin or rub away its natural moisturizer
Helps to improve the colour and texture of the skin
Gives a soothing effect on the skin.
Does not contains any chemicals or rough extracts, thus promoting skin health
Does not damage skin or cause wrinkles. Excellent choice for everyone.
Ingredients: Each 100g contains-
Saunf 2.0g, Chamomile flower 2.0g, Methi 2.0g, Brahmi 4.0g, Apricot oil 1.0g, Tulsi leaf 4.0g, SLES 3.0g, Purified water qs, Preservatives 0.375g

Usage : Apply on wet face and massage to produce lather. Rinse off with fresh or luke warm water. Use daily twice for best results.

MRP: Rs 135/- for 210 ml

Its a runny transparent orange liquid with a funny medicated smell.

Pros:
1. Very gentle on skin…just like my HG Himalaya Neem face wash.
2. Cleans out the skin well and gives a fresh feeling.
3. As its a Khadi product..has all natural ingredients.
4. Very little qty is required.
5. Economical….at this price…its gonna stay longgg.
6. Does not dry the skin at all…so ppl with dry skin would also like it.

Cons:
1. The smell. Its kinda orangey and medicated…weird.
2. Packaging..in a bottle…not very convenient..and cannot even be carried while travelling.
3. Availabilty…as for all Khadi products.
4. Different manufacturers make different products..and thats the reason same Khadi product can also vary in quality. This Mauri face wash is by Maruti Mahila Sansthan whereas most of the other Khadi products are from Manav Seva Samiti.
5. This does not foam too much if you are one of them who like foamy face washes..I am ok with that.

Overall rating- 3.5/5

Would I buy this again: Yes..I would like to… but so many things to try out :p..There are also other Face and Body washes like Sandalwood and Honey..

Have you tried Khadi face washes ? Do you like them ?

Aroma Magic Mineral Glow Scrub Review

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Aroma Magic Mineral Glow Scrub Review


I am just lovinggg this..Its more of a face pack kind than a scrub. And its my HG too.
Its a pista colored creamy textured scrub and has very fine salt granules in it..so feels grainy..It claims to be a micro derm beauty scrub.

What the Company claims: This face and body scrub takes away layers of dulling cells and black heads.Cleans pores and makes skin look fresh and glowing. The skin appears lighter, smoother and looks healthier.Also removes fine lines and wrinkles.It increases blood circulation.Helps to regenerate new cells.

Directions for use : Apply onto face and body After 10 minutes, massage and wipe off . Rinse off.

Active Ingredients: Corn, Almond, Beta Hydroxy Acids, Citrus extracts, trace elements of Zinc, Calcium & pure essential oils of Tea Tree, Rosemary, Thyme & Lavender.

MRP : Rs. 80 for 60 gm tube

How I use it : I apply this all over my damp face.Keep it on for 10 mins and then while washing it off..scrub gently. Thus its a face pack cum scrub. It removes dead skin cells and helps in combating ingrowth if used on hands and legs.

Pros:

1. A very gentle soothing scrub.
2. Skin feels super soft and glowing after using it.
3. Helps in removing white heads.
4. Also helps in ingrowth on hands and legs by removing dead skin cells.
5. Contains essential oils and BHA’s too.
6. Does not dry out the skin.

Cons:

1. The tube..it does not close completely..hence not travel friendly.
2. Only active ingredients are mentioned.
3. Does not help in blackheads as it claims…and I am not sure about wrinkles or fine lines..
4. Would be expensive if used on hands and legs as it will finish off soon.
5. The smell….some people might not like it…though I don’t have a sensitive nose and I am ok with it.

Overall I quite love it..my go to face pack cum scrub..my HG ! Totally recommended.

Rating:

Quality: 4.5/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 4/5

Overall Rating: 4.25/5

Would I buy it again- Yes…for sure…I love it..

Have you tried it ? Do you like it ?