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Aroma Essentials Orange Crush Mask Review

Aroma Essentials Orange Crush Mask Review

By Nidhal

Ever watched those orange-juice commericals wherein the model squeezes fresh ripe oranges over herself and feels refreshed out of the blue and wondered HOW? No, don’t frown, there are such adverts. If the purpose is the latter (that is, refreshing your skin and adding a desirable hue of radiance)and not the former (that is, squeezing oranges on your face which by the way, even sounds odd), then there is someone listening. Any guesses? It is none other than the natural skin and hair care brand from the Silicon Valley of India ‘Bangaluru’- Aroma Essentials 🙂

Having relied on a number of products from their eclectic range in the past, I zeroed in on their Orange Crush Mask to see how far it fares on my skin and get that instant burst of energy thanks to the zingy aroma of oranges. And if all that happens sans pumping toxins in one’s body, what better could I ask for? 🙂 On that note, let us check out how Aroma Essentials’ Orange Crush Mask fared for me.

PRICE- 300 INR for 30 gm

DIRECTIONS FOR USE– Scoop out a generous dollop, massage on your wet and clean face and neck for 5 minutes. Leave to dry and rinse with cold water when completely dry.

INGREDIENTS- Crafted using the finest natural ingredients such as- orange decoction, orange essential oil and extracts.

WHAT IT CLAIMS- Throw away all your chemical-laden face masks that harm more than they benefit. Here is Aroma Essentials’ orange crush face mask that drives away all the dirt and tiredness while brightening your complexion like never before!

MY EXPERIENCE-

Packed in a simple plastic tub with a cap on top and another layer of plastic covering inside, the packaging of Aroma Essentials Orange Crush Mask looks and is quite simple. But that does mean it is flimsy. How? The cap is sturdy per se and the additional layer of covering inside averts chances of leakage altogether. I have carried it a number of times while commuting and not once, has it spilt. On that account, I find the packaging up to the mark and definitely travel-friendly.

The mask has the consistency of crushed tomatoes (yes, visualise that peppy song of Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara wherein the characters played with tomatoes during the La Tomatina festival of Spain, to get an idea)! Upon opening the lid, your nostrils are in for a pleasant surprise for the zesty aroma of this mask bewitches one. I can clearly make out that it contains orange essential oil and I am glad that the aroma is not achieved by the virtue of cheap fillers/toxins.

As instructed, I smeared a liberal amount of this mask on my drenched face and neck, massaged in circular motions for five minutes and let it undisturbed for the next ten minutes. After that, with a little water in my palms, I gently washed the mask. Not only was my face visibly brighter (yes, the results were noticeable in the first use) and softer but also squeaky-clean. Since I applied the mask when it was cool (I store it in the refrigerator as was instructed), I was relaxed all the while it stayed on my face.

It does not suck moisture off my skin which is why, I find it compatible for dry skin. Even normal skin can go for it but I doubt its efficacy for use on oily skin maybe because the texture spells qualms. On the whole, for instant freshening/brightening, it works wonders but not for eliminating blemishes/scars.

GOOD-

1. All natural-content. No toxins are added.

2. Gingers one up with its zesty fragrance

3. Brightens complexion almost instantaneously

4. Does not suck moisture

5. Compatible for normal and dry skin types the most. Oily skin can use but in my humble opinion, it would benefit the former two skin types the most

6. Made in India

7. Amazing aroma. It perks one instantly. It isn’t strong so, those with a sensitive nose need not fret.

8. Travel-friendly packaging. The provision of a plastic cap inside allays the fear of leakage/spillage

9. Cruelty-free

10. Free from artificial fragrances under the garb of which a number of noxious chemicals are added

11. Dermatologically tested

12. Chemical-free

13. Order can be placed either on their Facebook page or on WhatsApp. Hence, there is ease in placing orders. COD (Cash on Delivery), however is not available yet.

BAD-

1. For the price paid, I wish the quantity were a little more. Shelling 300 INR for 30 gm sounds implausible.

2. Does not eliminate scars/blemishes

RATING- 4/5

Editor’s Note: This sounds really good, would love to try this out!

Have you tried Aroma Essentials products?

Aroma Essentials Bath Bombs Review

Aroma Essentials Bath Bombs Review

By Nidhal

Picture this- you wake up in the morning cursing your alarm clock to the hilt, subject your teeth to corporal punishment by venting out all the frustration of having to wake up and face the world, have a bath as quickly as possible, grab a bite and rush to your office in the twinkling of an eye. Thanks to the work at place, it is certain that your energy and peace of mind will see a nosedive! (I am such a sadist)

Dog-tired and frazzled as the office time comes to a closing, you battle a sea of humans and vehicles on your way back home. By now your body is screaming for pampering but you are on the verge of collapsing the moment you see you bed. And you conveniently turn a blind eye to the implorations of your body. The cycle repeats. Indefinitely!

What do we end up with? Dull,exhausted and more or less inanimate bodies that reflect our fatigue. But wait, all of this can be put a full stop with. How? You can indulge in a mini at-home spa session which does not even entail running down your pockets. Simply grab a bath bomb crafted by this all- natural, cruelty-free brand from Namma Bangaluru- Aroma Essentials. Having used a number of their products in the past, I was thrilled when I got to know that they were introducing their range of bath bombs. Having used some of their bath bombs- four to be precise, today I will review the one that made to my list of favourites. It is none other than ‘Aroma Essentials Sandalwood bath bomb’.

In the picture, you can see that I tried four of their bath bombs. The purple one is of lavender, the white for tulsi and the light green one for grapefruit

Aroma Essentials Claims: Bath salts and fizzies create a luxurious bath time, helping you to relax, unwind and forget about your troubles.

They can also be used in aromatherapy, a complementary and alternative medicine. Aromatherapy bath bombs uses essential oils to create an aroma, which can aid healing.

These specific bath bombs are used for therapeutic purposes and can bring a sense of calm and well being.

Struggling to sleep?
Why not try a Lavender /jasmin Bath Bomb, this is a classic bath bomb that is used to reduce stress, bring a sense of calm. Use before bedtime for a good nights sleep.

Suffering with a cold and congestion?
Try a lemon and eucalyptus bath bomb to help awaken your senses.

PRICE- 75/- INR for one bath bomb (Can order from their facebook page HERE)

DIRECTIONS FOR USE- Simply pop a bath bomb in a tub/bucket with ample water (cold/warm/lukewarm- your choice) and let it dissolve within a few seconds. Soak your hands, feet, in fact the entire body and relax for half an hour. Welcome relaxation!

INGREDIENTS- Baking soda, citric acid, sandalwood extracts, menthol crystals and buds.

CLAIMS- Bath salts and fizzies create a luxurious bath time, helping you to relax, unwind and forget about your troubles. They can also be used in aromatherapy, a complementary and alternative medicine. Aromatherapy bath bombs uses essential oils to create an aroma, which can aid healing. These specific bath bombs are used for therapeutic purposes and can bring a sense of calm and well-being.

MY EXPERIENCE-

Packed in a simple plastic cover that is further enclosed in a bubble wrap, the packaging at first may seem underwhelming to anyone but scratch the surface and you won’t be disappointed. Why? The bath bomb is meant for a single use. So, once used, there is nothing to store. So, why go for fancy packings? Just ensure what is needed to safeguard its condition till delivery and be done with it, right? 🙂 Honestly, I support and resonate with this idea. It makes no sense in my opinion to engage in heavy-duty or fancy coverings for products that are meant for single uses. As a result, the packaging of this bath bomb works well for me.

The bath bomb has a grainy texture and when popped into a tub/bucket containing water (I opt for lukewarm), it dissolves within seconds. The concoction turns slightly pink and it does not stain the bucket at all. What is to be done next? Soak your hands/feet/entire body (if you opted for a bath tub), close your eyes, think of Ryan Gosling (highly subjective point, ladies so you can insert any man’s name here. Feel free to disclose in the comments section however) and relax for 30 minutes.

After those 30 minutes, wake up and come back to earth 😛 Step out of the tub and using a pumice stone gently rub the soles of your feet to rid you off the layers of dead skin cells that have accumulated for long on it. Have a shower (in case you opted for the tub method. If not, simply rinse off your feet/hands with cold water) and massage a liberal amount of a deeply hydrating body butter/lotion to seal the moisture. Upon following the above procedure, my skin felt tangibly softer and lighter (as if a lot of grime and muck has been removed). Not only did I feel calm but also refreshed. My skin looked clearer, felt smoother and brighter post the wash. All in all, given the investment, the results were splendid 🙂

GOOD-

1. All natural composition with no cheap fillers/noxious chemicals added

2. Alluring aroma. It gingers one up while imbuing the room with the aroma.

3. Takes away all the tiredness and grime accumulated on the body.

4. Made in India

5. Travel-friendly

6. Softens skin

7. Facilitates removal of dead skin cells’ layers (use a pumice stone for exfoliation)

8. Can be used by all skin types

9. Makes the skin remarkably clear

10. Imparts freshness

BAD-

1. I wish Aroma Essentials comes up with kits/packs of their bath bombs. That way, the per unit cost of each bath bomb will work out to be less as compared to what it is now. Right now, shelling 75/- INR for a single bath bomb seems a bit high because one use and it goes. Other than that, I do not have any problem with the product per se.

RATING- 4.5/5

Editor’s Note: These look really good Nidhal, I wish I had a bath tub here, have one at my parents’ place though but it’s hardly used. Bath bombs and bath tubs compliment each other so well 😀

Have you tried using bath bombs?