Faces Cosmetics Ultime Pro Mineral Loose Powder Review, Swatches
Hey guys,
I have been using the new Faces Ultime Pro Mineral Loose Powder since quite some time now, they have revamped the packaging and now it comes in this all new, fancy black and silver packaging.
What the Company claims: FACES Mineral Loose Powder is an innovative non-comedogenic formulation which offers protection from harmful UV radiation and imparts a silky, irresistible touch to facial skin. It does not clog pores and is hypoallergenic. It comes with a unique, spill-proof, easy-to-use applicator. Suitable for light to medium coverage on all skin types.
To start with the packaging, I absolutely love this new packaging. It does not spill off extra powder as only the required quantity comes off the sieve. And the sponge picks up the product well, which you can directly dab on the face, wherever required.
I have the shades 02 Ivory Beige and 03 Sand Beige. Now 03 Sand Beige is a good match for me which is the mid shade, Ivory Shade is a little lighter which makes it perfect to set the under eye concealer and for baking under the eyes and below the contour.
The sieve comes covered with a thick white paper which is supposed to be peeled off and later you can directly cover it with a sponge or keep the paper if you don’t want the powder to be on the sponge, when not using.
The powder is extremely soft and silky and very finely milled. I love the smooth finish and texture, and it glides on well on the skin. It keeps the skin matte for a good few hours and would also prevent your under eye concealer from creasing and settling into the fine lines.
This powder has some coverage, but it would be a little less than the normal compact powder, so don’t expect too much coverage from this. This is basically a setting powder which you have to use to keep your base makeup in place and not melt or transfer or slide off.
Left: Sand Beige, Right: Ivory Beige
I also like the fact that there are 5 shades available. It is a little on the expensive side but the quantity is quite good. Faces India is also a cruelty free brand and doesn’t test on animals, if you use only cruelty free brands.
Overall I would say, I definitely like it and recommend it, but as a loose setting powder, this won’t and cannot replace your compact powder, especially if you are looking for coverage. However if you use your compact powder as setting powder, you can try this. I am sure you will like it.
Have you tried the new Faces Ultime Pro Mineral Loose Powders yet?
New Asus Zenfone Max Review, Pictures #LiveUnplugged
Hey guys, If you follow me on Snapchat (bhumika_t), you must have seen this phone a lot by now, right from the secret it was to the unveiling on 23rd May, it’s been a week and I have experimented a lot with this phone, so here are my two cents on it.
Features:
Powerful Performance: Octa-core processor, 2GB/ 3GB RAM variations and 32GB internal storage expandable up to 64GB
Uncompromising Battery:5000 mAh battery with OTG cable that turns the Zenfone Max into an innovative charger for other devices.
Colors: Available in 3 colors and super stylish design, Black, Orange and Blue
MRP: Rs.9999/-
The new Zenfone Max is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 Octa-Core processor and provides the users an option to opt for a 2GB or 3GB RAM. The internal memory of the phone has now been increased to 32GB, in addition to an expandable memory of up to 64GB. Zenfone Max with 2GB RAM is available for Rs. 9,999 and can be pre-ordered on Flipkart while Zenfone Max with 3GB RAM is available for Rs. 12,999 and can be purchased from Amazon, Snapdeal and Flipkart. The 3GB RAM variant will also be available at ASUS Exclusive stores and all other retail stores across India, at a later date.
Equipped with a 5000 mAh battery, the Zenfone Max can last longer without charging and is also capable of being a power bank for other gadgets making it an essential product for daily use.
Available in three different colours – black, orange and blue, the new Zenfone Max boasts of an extremely thin body that measures only 5.2 mm at its thinnest edge. The surrounding metal-like edge makes it durable while the back with the look and feel of embossed leather makes the phone look chic and fashionable for every occasion.
More details about the battery: The powerful 5000 mAh battery requires fewer charging cycles making the phone last longer and more efficient. The lithium-polymer battery, when fully charged, provides 914.4 hours of standby time or 37.5 hours of 3G talk time or 32.5 hours of Wi-Fi web browsing or 72.9 hours of music playback or 22.6 hours of video playback. The accompanying OTG cable turns the phone into a charger to power up the users’ other gadgets, making it a useful everyday accompaniment.
Battery usage
Camera: The new ZenFone Max has a 13 Megapixel, f/2.0-aperture rear camera with the ASUS PixelMaster 2.0 technology and dual-LED flash for natural-looking photography. It also features Laser Auto Focus technology that helps photography enthusiasts focus on an object in as fast as 0.03 seconds. ZenFone Max’s front camera is a 5 Megapixel, f/2.0-aperture camera with 85̊ wide-viewing angle that helps in incorporating more information and details into the picture.
Screen: Featuring a 5.5 inch HD (1280 x 720) IPS display with full-screen lamination and ASUS TruVivid technology, the new Zenfone Max provides superior clarity, brightness and touch responsiveness. The Bluelight Filter for Eye Care protects the users’ eyes from strain during prolonged usage.
Coming to my experience:
Asus Zenfone Max comes with a USB charger, OTG cable and a warranty card.
OTG cable
It is slightly heavy at 205gms but then a 5000mAh battery comes with a little weight 😀 I love the look and feel of it, especially the textured back cover feels expensive and nice.
When I opened the phone on 23rd May, it had no battery, so I had to charge it fully and it did take a lot of time, because 5000 mAh does take time to get fully charged. The charger is 1amp and a 2amp charger might help you to lessen the charging time, but I am not sure if the phone has the capacity for that.
Battery Test
Once it was fully charged on 23rd May night untill today right now, I haven’t charged it even once, it’s been almost 6-7 days. Right now too the battery is 51% left. To be honest, I have not used it extensively like for gaming, etc., just the camera, apps, surfing and normal stuff, but I haven’t come across a phone yet, that did not charging for 7 days straight! I am pretty sure with gaming and more extensive use too, this phone would last for 2-2.5 days easily!
Talking about the next fabulous feature, the OTG cable. How amazing it is to charge other phones and devices through a phone and not a powerbank coz your phone itself is a powerbank 😀 The OTG cable that comes along with Zenfone Max turns the phone into a powerbank and you can charge any device with it’s USB through this.
The camera is pretty decent, I would not say it’s the most amazing camera I have seen, but at this price point, I may. The 13MP rear camera captures details, colours and clarity fabulously. I absolutely loved the front camera though, it’s pretty clear and you can even adjust focus. The camera features are the same as in all ASUS phones, read more about the camera features in detail HERE.
Here are some unedited pictures clicked with the rear and front camera..
Unedited pic- Rear CameraUnedited pic Front camera- Beautification Mode
It is dual sim and comes with 2GB RAM,32GB internal memory and supports 4G. The Asus UI is pretty decent too, it does come with some pre loaded apps but you can always remove those. The USP of this phone is the battery and the OTG cable! I haven’t come across a phone with all these features at a price of Rs.9999/- yet.
Definitely recommend it for people who use their phones a lot throughout the day and don’t prefer carrying power bank and USB cords with them, you won’t need to with this phone, just charge it through the night and you are sorted for 1.5-2 days easily even with heavy use! My brother is one such person, his work solely depends on his phone and he is on calls throughout the day. His phone is always dead by the time he reaches home, so I am surely gifting the Asus Zenfone Max to him 🙂
What do you think of Asus Zenfone Max?
P.S: Phone sent by the brand in exchange of honest review.
The Body Shop British Rose Shower Gel, Body Scrub Review
Hi guys,
I have been using The Body Shop British Rose Range Shower Gel and Body Scrub since quite some time now. And here is what I think of it..
The Body Shop British Rose Gel Body Scrub
What the Company claims: Exfoliating feels exquisite with this beautiful gel textured body scrub with real rose petals. Infused with the essence of roses from Britain, it effortlessly melts onto the skin and gently refines to reveal smoother, fresher skin.
– reveals smoother, fresher skin
– fresh dewy gel texture
– with real rose petals
– with the essence of hand-picked british roses
Ingredients:
MRP: Rs.1295/- for 250ml
The Body Shop British Rose Shower Gel
What the Company claims: Awaken your skin with the irresistibly dewy scent of roses. Our cleansing Shower Gel is infused with the essence of hand-picked roses from Britain to make showering feel blooming beautiful.
– Soap-free cleanser
– Rose scented and Lather rich
– With the essence of hand-picked British roses
Ingredients:
MRP: Rs.450/- for 250ml
First of, I love the entire light pink and black packaging of this range. It looks fabulous, plus the British Rose range is so delicate and fresh.
The body scrub comes in a black tub plastic packaging. It is a gel based scrub just like the Virgin Mojito and Fuji Green Tea Ranges. It has soft brown beads for exfoliation which are walnut shell powder, as per the ingredients. And the base is water based and jelly like with a soft pink tint. The smell is amazing, not at all strong, but feminine and soft.
The scrub particles are not harsh and it leaves the skin gently exfoliated. If you expect hard core exfoliation, then this alone won’t do. I would suggest you use this body scrub with The Body Shop Exfoliating Gloves.
The shower gel comes in a transparent bottle with black flip cap. The bottle is plastic and not heavy. The shower gel is thin and runny and has a light pink tint. I absolutely love the smell of this, this smells more of ‘British Rose’ than the body scrub too. It foams well and washes off well, without leaving the skin dry.
I tried using it without loofah and you end up using a lot and it won’t foam enough. So I suggest using it only with a loofah.
This range also has a Bath Foam (if you have a bath tub at home), Body Butter, Hand Cream, Exfoliating Soap and EDT. EDT sadly was out of stock everywhere. I am definitely looking forward to try the EDT once I get my hands on it.
Overall, I would say, I absolutely love the fresh British Rose smell and this range. It is not at all strong or artificial like usual rose scented products are. You can smell the difference in the first whiff. It is soft, feminine and delicate but refreshing. Although the smell doesn’t stay for long with 1-2 products, it would if you use 3-4 products from the range together i.e. along with the body butter and EDT. Highly recommend this range!
Have you tried The Body Shop British Rose Range? What do you think of it?
Sugar Matte As Hell Crayon Lipstick 02 Mary Poppins Review, Swatches
By Devika
Hi lovely ladies!!!
I hope you all are doing well in these bad summer days. As it’s said, if you are having a bad day, fix it up with a lipstick 😉 and when it comes to lipsticks, it’s hard to control and I end up trying every new shades and formula. Though I prefer neutral colors and remain loyal to soft pinks, browns and nudes I decided to go for a bold one this time by SUGAR COSMETICS MATTE AS HELL CRAYON LIPSTICK in No.2 MARY POPPINS and believe me it has become the most worn color of my life. So should you be giving it a try, let’s find out.
PRICE 799 INR for 2.8 gm.
SHELF LIFE is for good 3 years
AVAILABILITY
Online at
sugarcosmetics.com (10% off on first purchase)
Nykaa.com
Fabbag.com
PRODUCT CLAIMS
If excellent coverage and high color pay-off is what gets you going, you will absolutely love our new Matte As Hell Crayon Lipstick that is available in 4 gorgeous shades to suit your taste & your ever-changing mood! Super long-lasting and highly pigmented so you don’t have to worry about constant re-application, this must-have crayon lipstick has a soft texture with a silky matte finish.
Ingredients:
SHADES AVAILABLE:
The company has very candidly sorted shades into following four:
Feeling confident & sexy? Flaunt a classic red pout with the Scarlett O’ Hara shade – that’s guaranteed to make heads turn
Want to go bare-faced with a pop of color? Say hello to Mary Poppins It is an eye-catching Fuchsia shade that can never go unnoticed
A classic shade that can instantly add a touch of mystery to your entire look, Poison Ivy is hot on the runway and a must-try shade for those who love to experiment. (Review & Swatches HERE)
Want to pull off dramatic eyes and come out as a winner? Holly Golightly is the way to go! This peachy shade goes well with elaborate eye make-up & can also be used every day for a natural look
All shades are universally flattering and would suit all skin tones.
PACKAGING
The lipstick crayon comes in a beautiful abstract art cardboard box with the shade name, ingredients and other information printed. As the name suggests it’s a non- retractable crayon lipstick which is black with matte finish. The bottom of the lipstick has a color coded band to depict the shade and is easy to locate in your stash. Brand and the shade name is printed in white.It has a pop up cap which fits in tightly though doesn’t close with a click .The packaging of these lipsticks is quite good, travel friendly .The tip of the crayon lipstick is pointed and sturdy. I don’t find them finishing or becoming blunt fast as they’re well pigmented. These come along with a chubby sharpener and it’s advisable to only use that to prevent product damage or wastage.
TEXTURE AND FORMULA
It’s a wax-based formulation and has soft smooth and moisturizing texture, easy to work with, glides smoothly on to the lips without tugging or pulling and settles into a matte finish without being patchy, neither do they dry up your lips But sometimes I do find it accentuating fine lines so I would recommend exfoliating and moisturizing your lips, as it will make your lips more comfortable while you have this lipstick on. It gas no peculiar smell or taste to it. I don’t find them becoming blunt fast as they’re well pigmented
PIGMENTATION
Impressive pigmentation as it only took me just one swipe to get an excellent color payoff. Color is buildable. Be very cautious in applying this as it gets difficult to get off the stain if in case it goes beyond the lip line. It does leave a stain post removal but I am okay with it.
SHADE
Mary Poppins no. 02 is an intense fuchsia color with blue undertones to it. It instantly brightens and pops up my face without having anything else on 🙂 Will look good on all skin tones from lightest to darkest.
STAYING POWER
It has good staying power. On me, it stayed on for good 5 hours with intermittent meals without any need of touchup. After that it starts loosing color from center of lips but can be fixed with a hassle free reapplication.
PROS
Lovely matte finish
Creamy and glides on easily on lips.
Super pigmented and non-transferrable
Lightweight formula
Stay on for at least 4-5 hours and the stain stays until you remove the lipstick with a makeup remover.
Do not dry or tug the lips but always use matte lipsticks on well exfoliated moisturized lips
Survive the meals easily
Sleek and travel friendly design
Tips are color coded so they are easy to store and locate.
Do not have any smell or taste to them.
Appropriate for most of Indian skin tones.
Does not bleed or feather out.
Does not contain mineral oil, parabens, paraffin, phenoxyethanols, volatile cyclomethicones (D4, D5, D6) and animal derived ingredients.
I love the unique and pun names given to all shades
CONS
The brighter shades of the lipsticks smudge after you eat a full meal. So you definitely need a lip liner underneath
Costly
Has to be sharpened that leads to product wastage but then I also understand that when the formula is this soft and creamy it’s difficult to put it in a retractable form
It does accentuates fine lines.
OVERALL
Overall, I am so badly obsessed with this lipstick crayon. I highly recommend it these if you are a matte lipstick lover. It is easy to apply, extremely smooth, super pigmented, stays on for long and does not make the lips uncomfortable. Price tag is a concern, but if you do not mind that, you must give it a try. The brand offers universally flattering and unique shades to try.
RATING 4.8/5
WILL I REPURCHASE?
Yes, I will end up buying all shades from this range soon. 😀
Stay happy stay gorgeous!!!
Editor’s Note: Absolutely agree with your review Devika. I have Poison Ivy and Holly GoLightly which I absolutely love. Holly Golightly I wear almost everyday! And as always, I love your pictures <3
Have you tried the Sugar Matte As Hell Lip Crayons yet?
I have always been a fan of Himalaya Herbals products, some of them are my Holy Grail and I have been using them since my school and college days i.e. years literally!
Today I am reviewing their Gentle Exfoliating Walnut Scrub.
What it does: Himalaya’s Gentle Exfoliating Walnut Scrub exfoliates dead skin cells to remove impurities that routine cleansing cannot tackle. It contains Crab Apple, a soothing antiseptic and keratolytic agent that helps loosen dead skin fragments. Walnut Shell granules scrub away dirt, blackheads and dead cells, and Wheat Germ Oil is a rich source of natural Vitamin E. These natural ingredients cleanse, nourish and moisturize your skin to make it soft, fresh and radiant.
Key ingredients:
Crab Apple has antiseptic, cooling, soothing, nutritive and keratolytic properties. It reduces skin inflammation and helps remove dead skin fragments. Crab Apple is also a rich source of vitamins and antioxidants which prevent skin cell degeneration and premature skin aging.
Wheat Germ Oil, due to its high concentration of Vitamin E, along with proteins and natural antioxidants, is ideal for most skin types. It is the perfect ingredient for our face scrub as it nourishes the skin and boosts the skin’s elasticity.
The exfoliating micro-particles in Walnut Shell scrub away dirt, blackheads and dead skin cells.
Directions for use: Apply Gentle Exfoliating Walnut Scrub in a circular motion on the face and neck. Wipe off with a moist cotton pad. Rinse with water and pat dry. Use at least once a week for a glowing, healthy complexion.
Suitable for dry to normal skin.
Gentle Exfoliating Walnut Scrub is dermatologically-tested, non-comedogenic and hypoallergenic.
MRP: Rs.70/- for 50g, Rs. 130/- for 100g
It comes in an easy to carry and use, flip cap tube packaging. It has a slight medicinal smell which can be bothering for a few. I love the creamy base it has. And the walnut shell granules are not too harsh.
How I like to use it is, damp my face a bit, take some product on my fingertips and massage in circular motions all over the face, avoiding the eyes and lips. Go up and down on the nose and sides of the nose and also concentrate on the forehead and chin area, basically wherever you get whiteheads or blackheads.
I usually get more whiteheads and not that many blackheads, that too on my nose, exfoliation helps get rid of whiteheads before they turn into blackheads. If you exfoliate regularly, you can nip whiteheads in the bud and get rid of them. I usually exfoliate once a week coz I have combination skin, but if you have oily skin, exfoliate twice a week.
Since the base of this scrub is very creamy, it helps glide on the skin amazingly well and with ease, especially on damp skin. The granules being mild enough for use on the face too, even people with sensitive skin can use this, but if you have very sensitive skin, I would advise you to go with another Himalaya Herbals scrub and not this one, I would be reviewing that soon.
Also post washing the face, my skin is quite moisturised and does not feel stretchy or crave a moisturiser, thanks to the crab apple and wheatgerm oil in it.
Overall, I would say, like most of my Himalaya Herbals favourites, I like this one too. Totally recommend it for normal to combination and dry skin. I have something else for oily and sensitive skin, from Himalaya Herbals, which I would be reviewing next.
You can check out Himalaya Herbals on Facebook HERE and on twitter HERE
Have you tried the #HimalayaHerbals #GentleExfoliatingWalnutScrub? What do you think of it?
I am a sucker of body washes. I have been using them since years and lately i have fallen in love with them. I have tried number of body washes since ages. Be it from the regular drugstore brands or the premium brands. This time I was eyeing the online marketplace to look for a brand new in terms of bath gel and I landed up with this baby – SEBAMED Liquid face and body wash. I am sure all of you might have heard the amazing properties of the foaming face wash which is supposed to be anti bacterial and all. And since it’s summers when i suffer the most with bacterial attacks and all so I decided to use the body wash. and that is the time when i bought this – Sebamed Liquid Face and body wash and thus here follows the review.
Product claims : Sebamed Liquid Face and Body Wash is dermatologist developed, ultra-mild, and compatible with the most sensitive of skins. It gently deep cleans pores without causing dryness or irritation as regular soap can. Fortified with a natural moisturizing complex of vitamins and soothing allantoin, it rinses away completely for naturally healthier, smoother skin.
My experience with Sebamed Liquid Face and body wash
The packaging of this body wash from the house of sebamed looks like it is a medicinal product. The packaging has the product name and other details written all over it. The bottle is medium in size which makes it easy to carry around. It comes with a easy cap which needs to be only twisted to get the product out.
The texture of the body wash is medium in nature. But still you need to dilute it so that it easily spreads on your body. The body wash controls the amount of oil on your body and also reduces the presence or formation of any new bacteria or any allergies on your body. There is a bit of medicinal smell but nothing over the top so sensitive noses need not worry. And you require a very little amount per usage so a little product will easily go a long way.
Good about Sebamed Liquid Face and body wash
1. Medicinal properties
2. Little product goes a long way
3. Affordable
4. Easy to use texture
5. Does not dry out skin
6. Maintains the pH 5.5 balance of the body
7. Keeps skin bacteria free
8. 100% Soap and Alkali free
Bad about Sebamed Liquid Face and body wash
1. Nothing for me other than the availability part
Rating – 5/5
Editor’s Note: Wow, this sounds pretty good for summers Pallavi. Definitely checking this out right away, nice review.
Have you tried the Sebamed Liquid Face and Body Wash?
Today I will be reviewing NYX SOFT MATTE LIP CRÈME in TRANSYLVANIA shade. To begin with as the name suggests, it’s a lip cream which is matte in nature and that is what makes it my pick for reviewing this.
TRANSYLAVANIA is a dark berry shade, not exactly purple or mauve but a mix of both and hence a dark berry/plum shade. The shade is more suitable for Fall Season. For girls like me who believe that dark lipsticks and darker shades add mystery to your personality and level up your game, this shade is definitely worth trying. One stroke for perfect berry Lips. You can apply twice for a darker shade and finish.
It has a smooth texture and hence has been aptly named and that smoothness doesn’t really give you the feel of tightening or cracking on lips though it being a matte finish product. The Brand claims it to be Matte finish lipstick lasting for a good amount of time with just one time application and as per my experience it does hold true.
The Nyx soft matte lip crème in Transylvania shade would be my pick for an ideal wedding night, paired with golden traditional wear It would add a lot of oomph to your attire and compliment and complete the look.
The brand has a wide variety of shades to offer amongst a variety of Pinks, reds and nudes and all are worth the try.
Product Details: It is a lip crème which is smooth in texture and matte in finish, the shade reviewed by me is Nyx Soft Matte Lip Crème (TRANSYLVANIA)
Price: 1000 for 8ML
Where to Buy From
Buy online from Amazon.in
Sephora
Any good cosmetic shop dealing with branded products.
How to Use: The product comes in a sleek and compact long container and you have to twist open the cap. The brush is of a good length and quality and it gives a perfect finish with just one stroke which is clean and simple to apply. Its application is similar to any lip gloss that you generally use. And it’s easy to carry. Trust me it will not take much space in you sling bag!
My Experience with NYX SOFT MATTE LIP CRÈME:
It has been an absolutely wonderful experience using NYX SOFT MATTE LIP CRÈME (TRANSYLVANIA) I have been using this product for almost 2 months now and it’s still going strong. Never fails to impress me. It compliments fair skin tone. The colour stays in its place for a fairly good amount of time. It doesn’t make your lips feel dry and gives you a smooth and matte finish.
Positives Of The Product
Smooth texture
Matte Finish
Highly pigmented
Easy Application
Easy to carry
Good staying power
Negatives of The Product
Could have been priced a little lesser.
Would I repurchase and recommend? Yes
Editor’s Note: I absolutely loved this shade Sahiba, somehow in the more famoust shades of NYX Soft Matte Lip Creams, I have never noticed this one. Looks very good.
Have you tried the NYX Soft Matte Lip Creme in Transylvania? Which shade is your favourite in the NYX Soft Matte Lip Creams?
If you follow me on Snapchat (bhumika_t), you must have seen me posting a few images and videos of VanityCube services I tried 2-3 days ago.
I have tried MyGlamm, LocalOye and UrbanClap before, and now finally I tried VanityCube. If you don’t know what vanitycube is, check their website HERE. It is basically a beauty service provider where you can book a range of beauty services to be done anytime, anywhere be it work, home, etc.
Presently VanityCube is available in Mumbai and Delhi only. They have 4-5 different packages which are available at a discounted rate and much more economical and convenient.
I went with the ‘Spoil Me’ package which has Rica wax for full hands, legs and underarms, Basic Manicure and Pedicure, Threading for eyebrows and upper lips and a Lotus Herbals Facial and Face Bleach. The services separately cost Rs.3455/- but this package is available at a discounted price of Rs.2900/-
What I loved about VanityCube:
The attendant Fatima came 10-15 mins before the appointment time.
She got me a small bouquet of roses as this was my first booking with VanityCube services
She got her own disposable spreads, foldable stool, extension cord and all the required things. She even had a disposable gown. Earlier all the services I had tried, they would ask me for newspaper, chair, etc. and don’t even carry a disposable gown.
The same attendant did everything, so there was no time gap or having two attendants for different services.
She was very neat and tidy, was not unnecessarily chatty and quiet good with her work.
I informed her about the water cut from 2-5 pm and she filled the manicure-pedicure tub and whatever water she would need beforehand.
She was not sure of my skin type for facial and got the kits for both skin types.
The massage she gave during manicure-pedicure and facial was very relaxing, she knows her work really well.
What I didn’t like about VanityCube:
Nothing, I loved everything and I guess it’s the first time 😀
I really liked the services and how everything was done, I am sure it might somewhat differ from attendant to attendant. I am glad I got Fatima and she was fabulous.
I went with my nailpaint- Makeup Revolution Heaven’s Above
I would just like to mention that the services do take a long time, so do not go by the 180 mins mentioned, coz it took almost 5 hours for everything, so do it when you have an entire day free to yourself. Or you can always try 2-3 individual services.
I highly recommend VanityCube, it is by far the best from all the beauty services providers I have tried, also recommend going for packages as it’s more economical.
P.S: Services were offered in exchange for an honest review, but that has not affected my review, as per usual.
Have you tried any beauty services provider? What do you think of it?
‘Hypocrite’ is the word that explodes in my mind instantaneously when I see/read/hear people say that they do not care about fairness and then in the very next breath pass a hurtful jibe about someone’s complexion or suggest ‘best skin whitening/lightening products’. It is known fact that we Indians aren’t a fair bunch of people. We are capable of passing the most demeaning of barbs on someone who is not as fair as a Caucasian. Women in particular have since times immemorial have been pressurised and unduly so, to look eye-pleasing round the clock! One of the main reasons why ‘Fair and Lovely’ remains the brand that I always detested was the fact it drew mileage of this obsession of Indians.
It is not a question of whether fair is lovely or not. The point is that fair isn’t what is ONLY lovely. Whenever I see the daft-to- death advert of ‘Fair and Lovely’ with Yami Gautam looking as pale as an LED, I’m provoked to change the channel. But the final nail in the coffin comes when I see my younger cousins with ‘Lovely warm hues’ of skin that soothe eyes desperately surf the net to look for ‘Skin lightening tips’, all I am provoked to do is slap Yami and Fair and Lovely as hard as possible! You brainwashed the coming generations and lulled them into a whirlpool of inferiority complex.
The counter-argument would be that all actress, or at least a great many have at some point in their career endorsed skin whitening products. But it is “Fair and Lovely” that clearly uses ‘Fair’ as well as ‘Lovely’ in one sentence as if they’re synonyms. The corollary to it, will then be ‘Dark and Ugly’,right? That is why, I have always detested this brand. It instills self-doubt, inferiority complex and poor view of oneself if one does not cater to “their’’ view of beauty.
Anyway, let us sweep this issue aside for a minute. After long I tried a product from this brand. Why? Because one of my relatives was seen fiddling with it so, in order to put an end to her naive thoughts about the efficacy of Fair and Lovely, I thought of being a lab rat to let her see for herself. Let us see how it fared.
PRICE –Rs 25/- for 20g
DIRECTIONS FOR USE- Gently massage on wet face and rinse well.
INGREDIENTS- Made from glycerin, myristic acids, and water, the multi vitamin enriched face wash ensures a brighter and cleaner.
WHAT IT CLAIMS- Fair & Lovely fairness face wash gives you the 3 step expert action, which Cleanses, Exfoliates and Massages with Multi Vitamin formula.
MY EXPERIENCE-
Packed in a plastic tube with a cap on top, the packaging of Fair and lovely advanced multi-vitamin fairness face wash is fine. It is spillage-free, easy to carry and sturdy. As a result, it is up to the mark in terms of packaging.
The face wash has a creamy texture with a grey colour. Once smeared on one’s wet face, it produces a fine lather. It can worked up easily. However, the smell to me, is way too strong. I have always had an aversion towards the smell of most Fair and Lovely products and this one is no exception. It smells exactly like Fair and Lovely fairness cream. The smell increases a little more while being massaged. After massaging it for 3-4 minutes, as I rinse it, surprise surprise! There is no trace of fairness which was expected. So, to all to those looking at it with sheep’s eyes to whiten themselves, this one thankfully, falls flat on its topmost claim.
My skin is dry and this one sucked moisture all the more from my skin. It does whiten my skin in the sense that my skin becomes very dry and forms hideous white patches to soothe which, I need to apply a liberal dose of a deeply hydrating body butter. Yes a “body” butter!
Then, comes the cherry on the cake. Its ingredients’ list is firstly not even provided in case of the smallest package and when looked up online (on its website), it’s not completely furnished too. The bottom line is that it just a weapon of self-confidence destruction. Chuck it.
GOOD-
1. Readily available. (Sadly, this is a con in my opinion for everyone can lay their hands on something that instills inferiority complex in them)
2. Available in different sizes with the price varying according to the size (This again to me, is a con for people of all economic strata can now avail it hence, feel inferior with what they are born with)
3. Fine packaging
BAD-
1. Stokes in the feeling that dark/dusky/warm skin shade is ugly and it is only fair skin that is lovely and desirable. Highly disgusting!
2. Laden with chemicals. The package that comes in small size does not even mention the ingredients. At least there should be uniformity in such vital aspects.
3. Overly drying in nature. It whitens your face. How? It sucks up all the moisture hence, your skin automatically starts appearing white. Mission accomplished Fair and Lovely, right? NO.
4. Aroma is exactly same as that of its cram which I have always found puke-inducing. This is subjective but to me, the smell is strong and repugnant.
RATING-0/5
Editor’s Note: Totally agree Nidhal, it would be great if some girls read this review before buying such stuff and decide not to! It does absolutely nothing for anyone!
Do not buy the Fair & Lovely Advanced Multi-Vitamin Daily Fairness Expert Face Wash.
I was on the lookout for a natural, economical skin toner to add to my night routine since I kept reading about the importance of a good CTM routine (cleansing, toning and moisturizing) and the wonders that it can do to your skin if, followed religiously. Out of the toners available in the market aroma magic toner appealed to me the most since, only natural ingredients were used in making this toner and considering the price it seemed like a good bet. So, without further ado I went ahead and purchased my very first toner from Purplle. To know my views on the same continue reading.
Directions for use: Spray onto face directly or on a small piece of cotton and dab onto face. Avoid the eye area. Use me morning and night after cleansing. Follow it up with the oily skin oil.
Free of alcohol, parabens, petrochemicals, phthalates, artificial fragrance and color.
Cleanses and tones without drying out the skin.
Renews the skin cells and increases the circulation in it.
Prevents moisture loss.
Acts as a natural astringent that calms and balances the skin.
Delivers vital nutrients and vitamins to the skin.
Price and quantity: Rs 170 for 200 ml
Shelf life: 3 years from the date of manufacture.
My experience with the product
The product comes in a transparent bottle with a flip cap. Even though, it says on the bottle that one can spray the toner directly onto the face but it is not necessarily possible to do that, with a flip cap. The cap is not that sturdy and is prone to leakage so I wouldn’t recommend carrying it around while travelling. The name suggests that the toner is aromatic but to my dismay it has an extremely mild fragrance and I am not a big fan of it.
The toner has water like consistency so one has to use a cotton pad to apply onto the face. I apply this toner at night on cleansed face especially, avoiding the eye area as said on the bottle because the under eye area being even more sensitive is prone to drying. After applying the toner I leave it on for a few minutes to dry and then, follow it up with a moisturizer. The colorless toner does clean the skin but cannot double up as a makeup remover.
Since, I have oily skin I bought the one meant for the same but, it doesn’t control the oil secretion or reduce breakouts. However, it does tighten the pores and soothes the skin which is fairly good for a toner at this price range. Considering the fact that the product is a bit drying and is meant for oily skin I don’t see any reason why people with dry skin should use this toner.
I would like to conclude by saying that this economical toner doesn’t do much apart from tightening the pores and I would definitely not repurchase this since, I would like to try the new ones in the market and find the one that best suits my skin.
Pros:
Tightens pores
Calms the skin of any irritation
Free of alcohol, parabens and petrochemicals
Not tested on animals
Easily available
Economical
Cons:
Not travel friendly
Doesn’t control oil secretio
Can be a bit drying
Extremely mild fragrance (contradictory to the name)
Rating: 3.5/5
Final word
All in all, this toner hasn’t been one of my best buys but, people looking for a decently priced toner can give this a shot and find out how it works for them.
Editor’s Note: Nice Review Monika, I usually like Aroma Magic products, this one seems to be ok. I have tried most of their face packs though, love them.
Have you tried Aroma Magic Aromatic Skin Toner yet? Which is your favourite toner?
