Bhumika is a Chartered Accountant by profession but a Beauty/Fashion/Lifestyle Blogger by passion..blogging since 10 plus years, isn't that a proof enough ? :D
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Purple Essentionatural Milk Honey Body Wash- Rs.594
Tvakh White Tea Rose Exfoliating Scrub- Rs.172
Acne’s Face Wash- Rs.5 x 2
I like the fact that there are 5 full sized products this time. I love milk and honey based body washes and bath salts of of course are very relaxing, so looking forward to try both the products from Purple Essentionaturals.
Tvakh Scrub also looks interesting, it has a rose scent and jelly like texture with walnut shell powder.
Major Crush nail paint looks exactly like Nykaa Matte Nail Paint, also the shade is exactly like one of my favourite shades from Nykaa Matte Range.
NELF USA HD Foundation sounds interesting, they have 2-3 different types of foundations, I couldn’t find review or swatches of this particular one anywhere. I had an option to pick from NELF Primer and 3 shades of foundations. The shades aren’t enough to cover all skin tones. I will update you guys on how I like this.
Overall the value of all the products in this month’ bag comes to around Rs.2200/-
I love the variety of products and the number of full sized products, I definitely recommend this month’ Fab Bag.
Acne and severe breakouts are worrisome. You have to make sure that the acne stops reoccurring time and again and also have to do something about the scars and blemishes thereafter. There are numerous home remedies, drugstore and various other products available in the market that claims to work on acne but finding that efficient one that will work on your skin is surely a gruesome task.
In today’s post, we are going to elaborate how hydrogen peroxide is used for treating acne. Also, keep in mind the side effects if you are using it in the wrong method.
WHY DO WE USE HYDROGEN PEROXIDE FOR TREATING ACNE?
Hydrogen Peroxide is mild bleach that work wonders for acne prone skin. If you are suffering from severe acne situation, this is the solution. It is anti-bacterial in nature and thus helps to kills the bacteria that cause acne and pimples. As we are all aware of the fact that acne is caused when your skin produces excess sebum, Hydrogen Peroxide works as a drying agent on the skin. It soaks up the excess oil from the skin and helps the pimples to dry out quickly.
Hydrogen peroxide loses its extra oxygen atom when applied to the skin. It takes an oxidization process which helps to create unfavourable bacterial environment, thereby stop the growth of bacteria and prevents acne. It is also helpful in peeling of the skin whereby the dead skin cells are exfoliated, revealing newer and healthier skin.
THE RIGHT CONCENTRATION OF HYDROGEN PEROXIDE FOR SKIN
Hydrogen Peroxide is also found in various cosmetic products. As we have mentioned before that Hydrogen Peroxide is a chemical and it may harm the skin if you are using it wrong. The most important aspect is to but the right percentage of the product. One must never use Hydrogen Peroxide of more than 3% concentration on the skin. If you have bought more than that, make sure you add up adequate amount of water to it to bring down the concentration to 3%.
HOW TO USE HYDROGEN PEROXIDE FOR TREATING ACNE
1) To start the procedure, take off every layer of makeup or any other skin care products from the skin and wash off with a very mild cleanser. Make sure you massage the skin in circular motion with a cleanser to increase the blood circulation.
2) Next, you have to steam the face. This step is not needed for sensitive skin though. Take the steam from the boiling water (maintaining the right distance from the water container) and don’t steam the face for more than 5-6 mins. Do not pat dry the face post steaming.
3) Once the steaming is done, rub an ice cubes or splash the face with cold water to close the pores.
4) Take hydrogen peroxide (not more than 3% concentration) and a clean and sterilized cotton swab. Dip the cotton swab in hydrogen peroxide and apply onto the affected acne areas. You may feel a slight tingling sensation. Once done, do not touch or wash the skin for some time to let the solution get absorbed naturally.
5) After 4-5 mins when the hydrogen peroxide has been absorbed by the skin, apply an oil free light moisturizer. Make sure that the light moisturizer is non-comedogenic and non-greasy.
SIDE EFFECTS AND CAUTION
If you have sensitive skin, consult your doctor before applying Hydrogen peroxide
The drying effect of hydrogen peroxide can be severe on the skin so be careful when you use and make sure you apply the right amount.
You cannot use this too often, it will dry out the skin.
The concentration should never exceed more than 3%.
If you experience severe itching, burning sensation, redness etc. then it is advised to stop the treatment right away.
Do not use hydrogen peroxide near your eyes.
Will you try using hydrogen peroxide for treating acne?
SpectraBan Sunscreen [STIEFEL] for Sensitive Skin SPF 30 Review
By Linda
Hello Ladies,
Today I’m presenting an essential product that has become a necessity, in fact a must in my CTM routine. The product I’m talking about is a sunscreen cream known as SpectraBan Sunscreen for Sensitive Skin SPF 30 [a product by STIEFEL]. Let me brief you up as to how I got to know about this product. My skin is supersensitive and often I suffer from eczema (a skin condition) during fluctuating weathers. I live in the middle-east, where the weathers conditions are from extreme summers and to chilly winter. During summers, even after sunset the temperatures are up to 39 -41 degrees. I did not realize that such weather conditions would affect me skin. My dermatologist suggested using this sunscreen along with other body lotions and hydrocortisone creams. He also insisted me to use this cream throughout the day. Believe me I had excellent results from this product. It was a complete life saver for me. Let’s get into the details of this product.
Product Claims:
• Sunscreen For Sensitive Skin ANTI-UVA & UVB – SPF 30, PA++ • Broad spectrum UV protection • Double moisturizing factors • Non-comedogenic • Hypoallergenic • Water resistant
Ingredients:
Packaging and Texture
This product is dispensed in a plastic tube packaging. Travel friendly size. Various sizes are available. The product is fragrance free. Spreads smoothly over the skin on application and absorbed into the skin in seconds. The texture is not thick enough like other creams and not too runny like lotions.
Cost: 260 /-INR for 30gms
My take on SpectraBan Sunscreen [STIEFEL] for Sensitive Skin SPF 30:
I always begin with moisturizing my skin well, wait for few seconds for the moisturizer to seep in and then the dot my face,neck and other exposed areas with this sunscreen and gently massage it. I noticed it did not grease my skin at all and did not form a white cast over my skin that normally tends to happen with other sunscreen creams. My dermatologist instructed to go outdoors 20 minutes after application of sunscreen.
The cream is so soft and smooth over the skin that most of the time that I skip the step of a moisturizer. I have also applied this sunscreen while I go for swimming, believe me I had no tan at all, maybe it really worked for my skin. I have also used this sunscreen below foundation and this did not grease for atleast good 2-3 hours outdoors, in spite of layering several products. But later it does turn out to be greasy depending on the quality of your foundation. So this was my experience with this product, I hope you all try it and let me know how it worked for you all.
Pros:
Budget friendly
Water resistant (can be used while swimming)
Can be used on sensitive skin
Fragrance free
No skin irritations
Travel friendly
Available in various sizes
Cons:
Can’t find of any
Rating: 5/5
Would I recommend SpectraBan Sunscreen [STIEFEL] for Sensitive Skin SPF 30 ? Definitely Yes!!! For super sensitive skin it is a good product.
Editor’s Note: Wow, this sounds amazing Linda. Especially for swimmers, and so affordable. I will surely check this out.
Maybelline India Gigi Hadid Collection Review, Swatches
Hi guys,
Maybelline has launched the Gigi Hadid Collection in India finally, there are still palettes pending which would be coming in next month.
Currently they have launched two shades of Eyebrow Pencils, Liquid Liner, Gel Liner, Fibre Mascara and 6 lipsticks. I love the matte blush pink packaging of the entire range. The lipsticks come with Gigi’s name and autograph on them.
It’s a fine, brush tip pen eyeliner. The tip is not felt tip and very soft and bendy like a brush. You can draw fine lines with it and it’s pretty smooth. It’s not the blackest black but you can layer it up 1-2 times. It stays put for 6-7 hours and does not smudge or transfer, however it is not completely water proof and comes off easily with a regular cleanser.
I feel the quantity of 0.1g is way too less. The tip part of my liner broke while I was swatching, so I pretty much lost 25% of it. The gel liner is very smooth and buttery, it’s not like a kajal but more like a gel pencil. But it works well as a kajal too and doesn’t smudge as much as a kajal. If you are looking for a smooth kajal pencil which doesn’t smudge much, you can give this a try.
The eyebrow pencils which are my favourite from this collection,
They have launched two shades, Brown and Dark Brown. Both are pretty good for Indian skin tones. Once you get a perfect match with colour, it is half the battle won, as majority including high end brands have reddish undertones which makes your eyebrows look really bad!
I use the Dark Brown shade, you can also use both to give a more natural effect with Medium Brown at the front part of eyebrows. If you have coloured hair, go for Brown.
Gel Liner, Liquid Liner, Eyebrow Pencil Dark Brown, Brown
The texture is really nice, it’s waxy and not creamy. It’s not too pigmented and hence doesn’t deposit too much colour on one area. It stays put well through the day, I love the angled tip and I highly recommend getting the eyebrow pencils. They are even better than Maybelline Fashion Brow. I only wish it came with a spoolie, coz you will need to use a separate spoolie to brush out the colour for a more natural look.
The fibre mascara which everyone is excited about,
It’s a dual sided mascara with 0.5g fibres on one end and 0.5ml mascara on the other. The fibres are super fine and airy, they fly off everywhere, so be careful with this or you might end up with fibres inside your eye which isn’t safe! The Body Shop has launched a fibre mascara with Jacqueline, see the video HEREand the fibres in that aren’t so fine, they stay put on the eyes even without the first mascara layer. For this, you have to first apply the mascara, then go with the fibres on top of it while the mascara is still wet and then top with another layer of mascara.
I know it’s a little bit of work but the results are pretty good. If you already have mascaras which you feel give better results, then you may skip this.
The mascara wand lengthens the lashes and the fibres add volume, so it works both ways and gives pretty good results. Also it’s a good dupe for The Body Shop one which is double the price.
The packaging, as I mentioned is really nice. There are two nudes, one taupe purple and 3 reds in the collection. These are described as matte but they are not at all matte, I would say they are creamy. Especially the two nudes, they are creamier than the rest of the shades too. They stay for 3-4 hours and fade evenly with eating or drinking. But these do transfer on your teeth, cups, glasses, everywhere. They are of course super comfortable and easy to reapply.
McCall is a super light nude, good for very fair/pale skin. Not for Indian skin tones for sure, it will wash out most skin tones.
Taura is a peachy nude meant for Indian fair/medium skin tones. For someone like me, I would need a deeper lip liner underneath and can pair it with heavy smokey eyes.
Erin is my favourite from the collection. It’s a taupe purple with grey undertones. It’s a very unique shade and I highly recommend getting this, since it’s a LE collecion.
Austyn is my favourite red of the three, also the most vibrant. It’s a cool toned red which makes your teeth look white and will work for all skin tones.
Khair is a warm toned apple red
Lani is a coral/orangey red.
McCall, Taura, Erin, Austyn, Khair, Lani
All three reds and Erin will work across all skin tones. I recommend Erin and Austyn from this range and Taura if you are fair to medium.
So, what do you think of the collection? I am looking forward to trying the palettes. Do let me know in the comments below.
So it’s the first month of 2018 and what better start than this amazing sale! ShopBop‘s Luxe Sale, their first sale of 2018. The sale starts today and ends on 25th, valid for 3 days – January 23rd, 2018 – January 25th, 2018
Take an extra 25% off all Designer Boutique sale styles with code GETLUXE
I already placed my order, I got the Blank Denim embellished and studded faux leather jacket Budding Romance Moto Jacket, it’s so amazing. It was love at first sight for me 😀
In less than 6 months since its launch the all new Maruti Suzuki Dzire crossed the landmark sales figure of 1 Lakh! This has led the brand to surpass all its previous records thereby making Dzire the fastest selling car in the Indian Automobile Industry!
Undavalli Caves
This only goes to strengthen its popularity as the most loved car in the nation. Consumers are excited to get their hands on the all-new Dzire, and this adulation called for a momentous celebration.
This feat has been accomplished in record time, thus creating history in the Indian automotive industry. To celebrate this milestone Maruti Suzuki Dzire came about with #DzireCoastalTrail in which, major automobile publications of India came together to cover the Grand Coastline of India.
Dumas Beach Surat
There were two separate routes for the trail i.e. covering the East Coast and the West Coast. The eastern coastline trail started from Kanyakumari to Rameshwaram, Puducherry, Chennai, Vijaywada, Vishakapatnam; concluding at Puri. The western coastline trail also started from Kanyakumari, covering Kochi, Mangalore, Goa, Ratnagiri, Daman, Surat, Mumbai and finally ended at Diu.
Puducherry
The publications travelled through some beautiful beaches and temples, interacting with the locals and visiting famous monuments which led them to experience another special aspect of the activity apart from the serene driving experience.
Daman
It was a truly unique activity, and there could have been no better way to celebrate New Dzire’s record- breaking milestone!
My brother recently booked the new Dzire and we mutually agreed on this investment. It was one of the best decisions, and I do recommend giving it a try. Book a test drive now at your nearest Maruti Suzuki showroom! It is unarguably one of the best sedans in the market currently.
I get this question asked a lot, which shampoo and conditioner do you use or what’s your haircare routine. Well it keeps on changing, I don’t stick to one shampoo or conditioner.
Currently I have been using and loving this range from BBLUNT.
I use the BBLUNT Perfect Balance Shampoo which is meant for normal to dry hair.
Claims: This pick-me-up for your hair gives it great moisture balance. Its unique formula gives you perfectly cleansed, healthy hair. An everyday fix made simple.
Specially created for Indian hair with a unique colour protect formula.
How to use: First, thoroughly wet your hair. Then take one pump or more depending on hair length. Spread it evenly throughout your hair by massaging the scalp with gentle circular motions. Rinse out thoroughly and repeat if necessary.
It has glycerin and pro-vitamin B5. It’s very gentle and nourishing, and perfect for everyday use if you shampoo your hair everyday. This won’t dry out your hair, yet cleanse the scalp well. It foams well and gets rid of all dirt, sweat and grime, without stripping hair’s natural oils.
Coming to the Conditioner, I use the BBLUNT Intense Moisture Conditioner because of my drier ends.
Claims: This moisture-rich conditioner makes out-of-control hair manageable. It smoothens, softens & adds shine. Show your hair some love.
How to use: Make sure to remove excess water after shampooing. Apply the conditioner evenly to lengths and ends, avoiding the scalp. Leave it on for at least 3 minutes and then rinse thoroughly. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
It has Jojoba oil, Vitamin E, Hydrolyzed Keratin & Wheat Germ Oil. It adds back moisture to the hair and even if you have colour treated/dry/damaged hair, this will hydrate the ends and give a nice sheen. I have highlights towards the bottom and I do need a rich conditioner like this.
Always make sure you squeeze out all the excess water before applying the conditioner. I have fine hair and even though this conditioner is rich in texture, it does not weigh down my hair.
And finally to finish, I use the BBLUNT Intense Moisture Hair Serum which is one of their new launches.
Claims: This serum provides an extra boost of nourishment and gloss to dry hair. Thick and rebellious hair is smooth, manageable and well-nourished.
How to use: Take a coin size amount into your palms and apply it evenly, focusing on mid-lengths & ends. The amount may vary depending on hair length. Works best on damp, towel dried hair. Style as desired.
It has avocado extracts, jojoba oil, argan oil and Vitamin E. It doesn’t contain mineral oil which forms majority content in most of the leave-in serums including some high end ones. It’s like an oil but it is non-sticky and reduces frizz instantly!
Use a serum on an everyday basis, even if you haven’t washed your hair. It acts as a sunscreen for your hair and forms a barrier against sun damage and free radicals. A glossy shine and frizz control are added benefits 🙂 It also works as a heat protectant.
I am loving these three products currently, I usually air dry my hair and don’t use much heat. This combination does not weigh down my fine hair and hydrates the ends well plus the serum gives a nice shine.
Indian Wedding Guest Makeup Tutorial | Gold & Pink Eyes | Indian Makeup Blog
Hi guys,
I created this gold and pink eye makeup look perfect for attending Indian weddings as a guest. The whole base is dewy and luminous with not much contouring or bronzing, but the focus is on eyes, lips and pink flushed cheeks.
Products used:
Guerlain Abeille Royale Watery Oil (Review HERE) PAC Pore Primer PAC Brush 256 MAC Conceal & Correct Palette Medium Deep Givenchy Matissime Velvet Foundation in Mat 05 Honey PAC 353 Brush Mirinesse Soft Blur Powder Sugar Contour De Force Palette Vivid Victory (Review HERE) PAC Micro Finish Makeup Fixer PAC Eyebrow Palette – Shade Chocolate (Review & Swatches HERE) Pixi x Aspynovard Clear Brow Gel PAC Canvas Shadow Primer Avon True Eyeliner Cosmic Brown PAC Brush 274 PAC Sprinkle Eyeshadow Palette Lakme French Rose Palette- Matte Brown shade (Review & Swatches HERE) MAC 217 Brush Faces Ultime Pro Matte Black Eyeliner Givenchy Noir Interdit Mascara Pixi x Aspynovard Lower Lash Mascara Becca Champagne Pop PAC Retro Matte Gloss Broken Heart (Review & Swatches HERE)
I hope you liked this look, do let me know your thoughts in the comments below.
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Sugar Cosmetics launched new Suede Secret Matte Lipcolours today. They are launched in 10 shades currently.
Claims: Plunge head first into high-pigmented matte fantasy with the SUGAR Suede Secret Matte Lipcolour! With a formula so lightweight that you’ll forget you’re wearing it and a finish so plush that it never feels dry even when it dries – your search for the ‘holy grail’ liquid lipstick is pretty much done.
Work this #MadeInItaly beauty to take matte to the max with a punch of opaque colour in every swipe. Dries quickly to a smooth matte finish without leaving your lips parched – this is your secret weapon to hack a luxurious pout! The SUGAR Suede Secret Matte Lipcolourboasts of a 12-hour stay and comes in a spectrum of highly-pigmented shades that complement a slew of complexions – make it your goal to own every one of them!
How to Apply: Gently remove the excess from the applicator first. Use its curved tip to apply the liquid lipstick like a liner. Then swipe the lipstick on to fill in your lips.
Benefits: The SUGAR Suede Secret Matte Lipcolour applies wet then dries down to an ultra-matte yet ultra-comfortable finish that doesn’t budge. Its formula is infused with moisturizing jojoba oil and shea butter that give lips a smooth, nondrying finish. The curved applicator is designed to hug lips of all shapes and makes it easy to stencil and colour in between the lines.
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Shades:
01 Muslin Mauve (Mauve Nude)
02 Plush Pink (Deep Rose Pink)
03 Velvet Violet (Dark Raspberry)
04 Crêpe Coral (Peachy Coral)
05 Poplin Plum (Blackened Plum)
06 Taffeta Terracotta (Terracotta Brown)
07 Tweed Taupe (Taupe Rose)
08 Brocade Burgundy (Burgundy)
09 Felt Fawn (Grey-toned Beige Nude)
10 Satin Scarlet (Red)
It comes in a frosted, transparent packaging with a black cap. The cap of one of my lipcolour broke though, it was too tight and stuck and a part of the cap broke. However didn’t have an issue with any other lipcolour. They are formulated and manufactured in Italy.
These are different from the previous Smudge Me Not Liquid Lipsticks. These are not drying and are very comfortable on the lips. They have a velvet matte finish and a moussey formula. They stay for about 6-7 hours. They take time to dry though, they take about 3-4 minutes to dry completely but once set, they don’t transfer. They would survive light tea, drinks, snacks, etc. but if you have a full oily meal, then these would fade from the center and will need reapplication.
Velvet Violet shade was slightly patchy, rest were all pretty good and easy to apply. You can wear these even if you have dry lips, because these don’t accentuate fine lines or suck the moisture out of your lips.
Overall I would say, I do find these a little expensive but the formulation is very good. Pick a shade if you don’t have any such similar shades already.
My favourite shades are Muslin Mauve, Taffeta Terracotta, Tweed Taupe and Felt Fawn.
Himalaya had launched For Moms range about a year ago and I had reviewed a few products from the range, see HERE.
Starting with the Intimate Wash,
Claims: During pregnancy, due to hormonal changes, the intimate area is prone to excessive vaginal discharge, irritation, and itching which increases discomfort. Pregnancy hormones cause acidic changes in the vaginal area. To maintain the acidic pH balance of the intimate area, it is essential to include an intimate wash in your personal hygiene routine.
Maintaining vaginal hygiene is an important task for women during and after pregnancy. Soap and water are not ideal as soap, which is alkaline, disturbs the vaginal pH balance and can be too harsh. Water alone will not suffice as it has a neutral pH. Himalaya FOR MOMS Intimate Wash is specially formulated for women during and after pregnancy to gently cleanse the intimate area, maintaining freshness throughout the day.
Benefits of using Himalaya Intimate Wash FOR MOMS:
To cleanse excessive vaginal discharge
To maintain normal vaginal pH balance between 3.5 and 4.5
To help control itching
To help control odor and irritation
To feel fresh and confident
MRP: Rs.125 for 100ml, Rs.220 for 200ml
An intimate wash is something which should be a part of your daily routine, whether pregnant or not. I have been using this since the past few days and I quite like it. It’s very gentle on the skin and cleans the area well. It doesn’t dry out the skin and it claims to be safe to use during and post pregnancy.
It has a simple, no fuss packaging with a flip cap top and dispenses the required product. It has tea tree oil and pongamia oil which are anti bacterial and help prevent itching and odour.
Coming to Intimate Wipes,
Claims: Himalaya FOR MOMS Intimate Wipes is specially formulated for gentle cleansing of the vaginal area to maintain freshness throughout the day.
Ingredients:
MRP: Rs. 47 for 10 sheets and Rs. 104 for 25 sheets
When you are on the go, you cannot use an intimate wash and that is when intimate wipes come into picture. These are perfect for travelling, a pack of 10 sheets is something you can easily carry along in your bag.
These would be really beneficial for mothers post pregnancy, especially if you have had a normal delivery, because the discharge doesn’t leave you months, at times.
It has lavender oil and pongamia oil which again helps in controlling odour and keeping the area dry, clean and fresh.
Finally for all you moms out there who are breast feeding, Himalaya has launched Nursing Wipes
Claims: Taking care of nipples is important for lactating mothers – both during travel and while at home. These wipes gently clean and remove any milk or sweat remnants on the breast and help prepare you for breastfeeding.
Regular breastfeeding can increase the sensitivity of the nipple skin, leading to sore, cracked nipples. Cleansing with soaps can remove natural moisture, further irritating sensitive skin. The use of wipes before and after nursing improves breast hygiene and ensures comfortable breastfeeding.
Himalaya FOR MOMS Nursing Wipes help maintain breast hygiene naturally. Free from mineral oil, our Nursing Wipes contain the goodness of 100% edible grade coconut oil.
Coconut Oil
Hydrates and softens dry nipples
Protects skin from chapping
Reduces dryness and soreness
Ingredients:
Directions: Pull out one wipe and gently cleanse the nipple and areola before and after breastfeeding. Dispose after one use. Reseal the package to keep the wipes fresh.
MRP: Rs.70 for 24 sheets, Rs.190 for 72 sheets
I gave this to a friend who delivered a baby boy 2 months ago and is breast feeding. She does use a nipple cream when the baby is not feeding and has to clean and dry the area often.
She found these wipes really helpful, especially when she is out with the baby because you cannot carry everything with you when going out of the house. These are really useful for lactating mothers during the breast feeding period.
I am glad Himalaya made a separate category For Moms and is adding new products time and again.
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