Lotus Herbals Intensive Sun Block Spray SPF 50 Review

Lotus Herbals, Reviews, Skin care, Sunscreens, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Lotus Herbals Intensive Sun Block Spray SPF 50 Review
Lotus Herbals is very good with their sunscreens..I have tried two of them and loving them..I tried the Nomarks sunscreen before but it used to sweat me out..so I use to stay away from sunscreens but then I have realised the importance of sunscreens and how they are important to protect skin in the long term too..
Lotus Herbals Intensive Sun Block Spray SPF 50 Review

I thought of giving the Lotus one a try..and I am so glad I did…It has SPF 50 and UVA Index 16

What the Company claims : This easy to use fine mist spray offers quick protection from UVA & UVB rays. It contains natural actives of chamomile, sage and thyme. Use on all exposed parts of the body, reapply frequently.

Directions for use : Spray directly on all exposed parts of the body (neck, arms, legs etc.) before exposure to sun. For face, spray into hand and apply to face. Re-apply frequently.

Active Ingredients: Extracts of sage as a natural sunscreen, chamomile for moisturising & thyme to protect from environmental damage.

MRP: Rs 195/- for 80 ml

Its a spray bottle…but its not a watery spray if you think so..Its a white liquid..spreads easily..and gets absorbed very fast..and is not at all greasy..it has no smell as such.

Pros:

1. Its the best sunscreen I have used till now.
2. Absorbs super easily and not at all greasy.
3. Claims to be sweat and water proof and it sure is.
4. Easy to carry and nice spray packaging.
5. Economical compared to other sunscreens.
6. Has no weird smells.
7. Did not break me out and neither sweats me out.
8. Does not give a whitish cast like other SPF products.
9. Its available at all supermarkets mostly.

Cons:

1. Dry skinned people may need a moisturiser beneath.

Rating:

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

Would I buy it again: Yes for sure..Its my HG sunscreen for now.

Have you used Lotus sunscreens ? Which one is your HG ?

Elle 18 Color Bombs Nail Pops Review, NOTD and Maybelline Cremosa Sexy

Uncategorized, , , , , , , ,
Elle 18 Color Bombs Nail Pops Review, NOTD and Maybelline Cremosa Sexy NOTD

Elle 18 Color Bombs have very interesting colors in their collection and are dirt cheap…I think they are great to experiment with..
Nail Pops come in 48 different funky colors…and thats awesome..check out all the colors here
I got the shades 34 and 43..

34 is a peachy red color…it looks more peachy in the bottle and more red on nails..but a warm cherry red and not the RED..or something OTT..
43 is a rich plummy purple color..

MRP: Rs 45/- for 5ml

Shelf life: 36 months

Pros:

1. I like the cute small bottle.
2. They are very cheap at Rs. 45/- and have all the colors.
3. All the colors in this range give a nice glossy finish.

Cons:

1. It chipped in 2-3 days..ok I was’nt even expecting more.
2. Its very sheer..so one needs 2-3 coats minimum for a color to show up.
3. The brush is ok.
4, Not all shades are available at all places.

Rating:

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

Overall rating : 3.25/5

Would I buy it again: Yes if I like some color..I would not mind or if I want to try some color.

Also an update on Maybelline Colorama..I tried Cremosa Nude before and loved it…it stayed on me for 5-6 days without chipping but Cremosa sexy..a hot pink shade..chipped in around 3 days..actually it started peeling off at the starting tips..I dunno why..and the consistency is also a bit different.

Also my friend got these cute little lip balm and shower gel from Dubai..

Phew…thats all… :p :p

So which Elle 18 Nail Pop is your favorite ?? 

Maybelline Vivid and Smooth Eye Pencils Gold, Olive green Swatches, Review

Uncategorized, , , , , , , ,
Maybelline Eye Studio Vivid and Smooth pencils come in 12 different pretty shades..I have Gold and Olive Green in it…the other colors are :

  • Bordeaux Pearl
  • Violet Pearl
  • Pink Pearl
  • Lavender Pearl
  • Metallic Silver
  • Peacock green
  • Forest green
  • Ocean Blue
  • Ice Blue
  • White
What the Company claims: 
  • Vivid color and Smooth Application ensure that eyes will never be dull again
  • Available in 12 stunning shades to match your every mood
  • So easy to apply, you can now be your own make up artist!

Directions for use : Apply along your lash line from the inner to the outer corners.
MRP: Rs. 199/-
Shelf life: 2 years
Both the colors gold and olive green has golden shimmer…these are creamy and pretty smooth.
Green, Gold

Pros:
1. They are vivid and smooth as per their name…they glide on easily and no need to tug or pull skin to use this.
2. The colors are pretty..and there is a white too..which is not available in many brands..white pencils help open up eyes..
3. They are quite economical at Rs.199/-
4. They are to be sharpened..so hygienic..
5. I use the gold color in my inner corners of eyes to make them appear bigger and brighten up eyes.
6. These do not smudge and stay on for a long time. 
Cons:
1. These are shimmery..and the shimmer does show up around the eyes..so these are good for ocassions..but I prefer matte ones for daily use.. 
2. These do not claim to be opthamologically tested and waterline safe.
3. No names on the pencils…though there are colored tips at the bottom..but in case we talk about green..there are 3 greens in this range..and its difficult to identify which.
4. These are very creamy and tend to break if not handled carefully..I have to be conscious closing the cap.
Rating:
Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 4/5 
Overall rating: 3.85/5
Do you have the Vivid and Smooth pencils ? Which shade is your fav ? 

Get a Hello Kitty Stamping Plate free..HURRY..

Uncategorized, , , ,
For all of you to know…you can use this coupon code BP299 at bornprettystore.com to get a free Hello Kitty Nail Art Stamping plate..Just go to this link..http://www.bornprettystore.com/product_info.php?products_id=932 and add it to your cart, open a customer account and check out entering the above given code and its yours !!!

But do hurry as only 500 pieces to be given..This site has free shipping option and is worth checking out..

The plate looks like this..

Best of luck…

Himani Boroplus Advanced Moisturising Lotion Review

Uncategorized, , , , , , , , ,
Boroplus is an UK brand and has tied up wit Emami Ltd. in India and they have their Himani Boroplus range promoted by Kareena Kapoor and Amitabh Bacchan.

What the Company claims: Its unique advanced moisturising formula penetrates deep into the skin and helps heal dry skin from inside. It replenishes moisture and forms a ” Moisture Shield ” on your skin, which leaves you with nourished, soft, smooth & healthy skin.
Enriched with natural goodness of Pure Malai, Badam, Rosewater and Saffron.
pH skin balanced and Dermatologically approved.
A preventive,curative and healing Ayurvedic Lotion for dry skin diseases,minor cuts,wounds,chapped skin and cold sores.

Directions for use: Apply it all over the body morning and night.

Ingredients: Ingredients: Each 100ml contains extracts of : Chandan 1.000g, Nimba 1.000g, Ghritkumari 1.000g, Tulasi 0.400g,Haridra 0.300g,Hriber 0.500g,Khadir  0.150g, Kumud 0.150g, Gulab Jal 1.000g, Malai 0.100g, Grape Seed Oil 0.100g, Olive Oil 0.100g, Badam Tel 0.050g. Kesar  0.0005g, Tankan amla (boric acid) 0.800g Base QS

MRP: Rs. 48/- for 100 ml


Himani Boroplus Healthy Skin Advanced Moisturising Lotion is a light body lotion which does what it claims…provides advanced moisturisation for a long long time.. I am LOVING IT !!! 🙂

Pros:

1. Does what it claims…super moisturising…skin remains moisturised for 2-3 days even if we skip it..:)
2. Absorbs in 2-3 minutes to leave behind super soft skin.
3. I loveee the smell and it stays on for quite a long time.
4. Very travel friendly.
5. Cost effective..but I want more quantity :/
6. Nice packaging.

Cons:

1. Availability…I wanted a large bottle but could not find it..there were only these 100 ml bottles in a local small shop..I dont find these at Super markets…dunno why the availability issues when they are advertising it full on these days…I see the banners at all railway stations in Mumbai 😉

Rating:

Quality: 5/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 3/5

Overall rating: 4/5

Would I buy it again: Any doubts ?? Obviouslyyy…I loved it…

Related posts:

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

Maybelline Unstoppable Eye Liner Review,Espresso Swatch

Uncategorized, , , , , , ,
Maybelline Unstoppable Eye Liner Review,Espresso Swatches

I got the Maybelline Unstoppable liner is espresso..its a chocolate brown color…and in a twist up form.

What the Company claims:

  • Smudge-proof, stay-put, waterproof formula won’t budge until you want it to.
  • Self-sharpening packaging swivels up and down so point is always sharp and ready to define.
  • Safe for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers, ophthalmologist-tested.
Directions for use : Apply along your lash line from the inner to the outer corners. Removes easily with Expert Eyes® Moisturizing Eye Makeup Remover.
MRP: Rs. 230/- for the brown (espresso) one and 240/- for the black (onyx) one. And the site shows 4 more colors..jade, sapphire, pewter, cinnabar. I don’t know why the difference in prices.

Pros:
1. The color is a pretty brown..and perfect for days when you dont want to use the same old black 😉
2. It stays put for quiet a long time…around 6-7 hours on the upper lashline and 4-5 hours on lower lashline too.
3. Its waterline safe and does not irritate eyes at all.
4. Its a mechanical pencil…so sharpening it properly would be a problem..but you can see the amount of product     you get…I love twist up pencils for that.
5. Economical.
6. The cap is brown so you can see the color.
7. Does not smudge much.
8. A thick line and bit of smudging with fingers gives a nice smokey effect.
9. Perfect base for brown eye makeup. 
Cons:
1.Its not very smooth and does not glide on easily..it tugs a bit.
2. People who prefer pencils as they like to sharp it for hygienic reasons may not prefer it.
Rating:
Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 4/5
Overall rating: 3.75/5
Would I buy it again: This is gonna stay long..so I am not very sure…plus I wanna try Lakme 9 to 5 next.
Have you got the Unstoppable ?? 

Gold and Peach FOTD

Uncategorized, , ,
I had to attend a wedding and wore my peach Anarkali..the makeup I did was light and subtle…as thats what I generally prefer..my cell has not picked up the colors at all…and I am sad…as you ppl wont be able to see the eye makeup properly…but I wanted to share the pics anyways…

I forgot to click a pic of products used..I am listing them out.

For Face:

Ponds TM in Rose
Lakme Rose Powder
Peach Color from Lakme Earth Rose Trio Blush
Oriflame Giordani Kabuki brush
Maybelline watershine Fancy Gold topped with Maybelline Moisture Extreme Bronzy Orange

For Eyes:

Star Cosmetics Cream Gold Eye shadow as base
A Yellow Beige (On inner half) and a Peach color (on the outer half) from my 120 palette
Maybelline Lasting Drama Gel Liner
Lakme Glide on Henna Gold
Vega eye shadow brush and Vega Professional Eye shadow brush
Markwins eye shadow brush
Oriflame eyelash curler
Maybelline Colossal Volume Water Proof Mascara
Maybelline watershine Fancy Gold as Highlighter for brow bone

I also wore my earrings  I got from Pantaloons. My hair look a little messy coz they are wet..

So guys, did you like it ?? Yay or Nay ?

Maybelline Watershine Lipstick Review, Fancy Gold and Iced tea Swatches

Uncategorized, , , , , , ,
Ok I know I am not posting much and I am MIA..but I have classes and studies the whole day.I am out of home for 12-13 hrs 🙁 Still I am trying to catch up on everyone’s posts too..

Maybelline Watershine Lipsticks were their first I guess..I heard its discontinued at some places…but I never trust those rumours..I have 2 shades in these…Fancy Gold and Chestnut..
Fancy Gold is a light golden color…looks pretty on traditional wear…and and and I use it as a highlighter on my brow bone and it looks nice !!
Iced Tea is a light mauvy brown color..though it looks darker in tube.

T- Fancy Gold B- Iced Tea

T- Iced Tea B- Fancy Gold

What the Company claims: A splashy wet shine look and brilliant color for yummy looking lips.
Conditioners to keep your lips perfectly moisturized.
A lip smacking treat that glides on like a dream.

MRP: Rs 220/- for 3.4 g

Pros:

1. Comes in a variety of colors.
2. Very moisturising.
3. No need of a gloss…as it gives a glossy finish.
4. Economical.
5. Some colors like Fancy Gold are multi purpose.

Cons:

1. The staying power….it hardly stays for 1 hour 🙁 but for those who like to reapply their lippie..they would like it.
2. Packaging is ok…all pink…so one cannot even know the colors.

Rating:

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

Overall rating: 3/5

Would I buy it again: I am not very sure as I am not used to reapplying lipsticks..but I love the color Rose Jam.

Have you used the Watershine lipsticks? Any particular favorite shade ?

Clean and Clear Blackhead Clearing Daily Scrub Review

Uncategorized, , , , , , , , ,
I do not suffer from blackheads but whiteheads I do get sometimes..I wanted to try this scrub..so I got the small tube of it..

What the Company claims : A unique blend of micro-scrubbing beads works to break down trapped dirt, oil and dead skin cells that can cause blackheads. Next, the natural apple extract formula penetrates deep down into the pores to help soften stubborn blackheads and prevent new ones from forming. Its gentle exfoliating action gives you visibly less blackheads in just 3 days for a clean, clear and beautiful skin. Visibly less blackheads in 3 days !

MRP: Rs.27/- for 20g, Rs. 49/- for 40g and Rs. 90/- for 80g

Ingredients are not mentioned in the smaller tube but there on the bigger one.

Its a light blue face wash cum scrub..wit tiny blue colored particles..It contains Salicylic Acid and Green Apple which are very good for people with acne and oily skinned..and helps in exfolaition and clearing up faster.
I use it more as a face wash and super love it coz its so tiny and i carry it along in my bag..I feel instantly fresh and clean after using it. Since I do not have blackheads I dont know of its claim of visible difference in 3 days..but I sure love it as a face wash.

Pros:

1. Gives an instant clean and fresh feeling.
2. Has nice green apple smell which lingers on for a while.
3. Tiny packaging..super easy to carry it around…very travel friendly.
4. Economical.
5. Scrubs also along..so exfoliation is a plus.
6. Mild enough for daily use and for people wit sensitive skin.
7. Did not irritate or sting or break out.
8. Only a teeny weeny bit is required.

Cons:

1. None..sorry I could not find any..except if it lives upto its claims..no blackhead clearing scrub would work 100 %..proper skin care is required over a long time..

Rating:

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

Overall rating:  4.5/5

Would I buy it again: Yes…but the smaller one only..as its my perfect travelling partner..1 wash and I am ready 🙂

Have you tried the Clean and Clear Scrub ??

Lotus Herbals Floral Glam Lipsticks Review,Swatches

Uncategorized, , , , , ,
Lotus Herbals Floral Glam Lipsticks Review,Swatches

Lotus Herbals Floral Glam Lipsticks are made with 100% natural and botanical extracts. They come in 10 shades..I have Sensuous Mauve and Choco Chip out of it.

MRP: Rs 395/- for 4.2g

Sadly I could not find these on the Lotus site..I dont know why..

Sensuous Mauve is a very pretty warm mauve color..and Choco Chip is a nudish chocolate brown color..these are semi matte in texture. They do not have a separate top and are in twist up format.

Sensuous Mauve

Choco Chip

L-Choco Chip R-Sensuous Mauve (1 swipe)

Pros :

1. The colors are pretty..not very drying and the texture is nice too.
2. They stay on well for 3-4 hours.
3. The packaging is very classy and nice..golden case in twist up form and a bullet tip.
4. Economical at 295/-
5. Lotus is made with natural ingredients.
6. I particularly love the Sensuous Mauve shade.

Cons:

1. Availability is a issue with Lotus Cosmetics…one can find them at Beauty Centres and Fashion Bazaars here.
2. One has to be careful in opening it as the wrong twist could damage the whole lipstick.

Overall I quite like them and they are pretty decent. You can see more swatches here

Rating:

Quality: 4/5
Value for money: 4.5/5
Availability: 3.5/5

Overall rating: 4/5

Would I buy it again: Yes I like the shade Nude Glow too…:p hehe..We can never have enough 😀

Related posts:

Etude Aqua Rouge Lipstick Review,Swatches
Maybelline Moisture Extreme Lipsticks Review, Swatches
Drugstore Nude Shades or MLBB shades
Lakme Enrich Satin Lipsticks 132,138 Review, Swatches
Lotus Herbals Pure Color Lipsticks Swatches
Lotus Herbals Moist Petals Lipsticks Swatches

Have you tried the Lotus Herbals Floral Glam Lipsticks ?