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Real Techniques Core Collection Brush Set Review, Indian Makeup Blog

Real Techniques Core Collection Brush Set Review

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Real Techniques Core Collection Brush Set Review

By Sanchita

INTRODUCTION – Brushes are the best investment for makeup and it is very important to buy good quality long lasting brushes. When I say good brushes, all I can think of is MAC, Sigma, Inglot or Zoeva. Now, most of the brands are unavailable in India or too costly for a beginner.

But, Real Techniques brushes are both inexpensive as well as have great quality. After using their Expert brush and Powder brush, I picked up the Core Collection Brush Set at a recently sale. Here is my review after using it for a month.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION – Create a perfect canvas with our core collection of coverage essentials.

  • Contour brush: delicately applies highlighter to the cheekbones for a sheer, soft-focus contour.
  • Pointed foundation brush: unique cut for use with liquid foundation to build custom coverage
  • Detailer brush: precision cut to effortlessly conceal problem areas; or, use with lipstick for long-lasting shape and definition.
  • Buffing brush: ideal for full coverage application of powder and mineral foundation.
  • Panoramic case: dual carrier and stand keeps brushes organized on your counter or on the go. Also perfect for drying brushes upside-down.

 

PRICE – 2353 INR (Buy HERE)

MY REVIEW

Packaging – The Real Techniques Core Collection Brush Set comes in a black panoramic case which is very sturdy. It has a Velcro lock system and has a light weight feature as well. The brush can be stored inside the elastic bands which helps to hold the brushes. It is so easy to store as well as travel with this case. If you are taking a short trip, I would highly recommend this set as it caters the basic needs for base and lips makeup. Coming to the brush, they are packed in the typical ‘RT’ packaging. All the four brushes has the burnt bronze ferrules with black silicone handles for easy grip. The overall look for the case and brushes has a very ascetically pleasing yet a professional touch which I love a lot. The brushes are not unnecessarily bulky and is also light weight. All in all, the packaging is surely a thumbs up.

Bristles – This is one quality of Real Techniques brushes which make me go weak for them. The bristles are made of synthetic taklon and 100% cruelty free. The brushes are a dream to touch and has the extra plushy feel to it. This is why it applies and blend the products like a dream. Also, every brush is hand cut and the shape is so perfect that it can be put it a number of uses.

Brushes in details –

Contour brush – The contour brush is a gem! It comes with a round base and tapered top and fits so perfectly on the hollows of the cheeks. I used to use the angled brushes before but this one blends like a dream. In fact, it has various uses as well. The shape of the brush is neither small nor big and thus you can use it for various ways as well. Firstly, I use to blend the highlighter and it flawlessly blends both powder and cream products. You can also apply the blush precisely on the apple of the cheeks or when you simply want a flush of color. The brush has a fluffy nature and can be used to swipe off powder on the areas like under the eyes without poking the sensitive area at all. You can also blend bronzers on the forehead and sides of the face as well.

Pointed foundation brush – This is the least favorite of mine in the kit and definitely a decent one. The brush has a pointy head with a flat base. It resembles the general flat foundation brush but is much smaller in size. Due to this, it can only be used to apply the foundation of concealers but blending will take forever. Due to the small size of the brush, I use it to apply and blend concealer under the eyes using light pat motion. You can also use it to apply powder for baking the areas where you have applied concealer. Highlighting with this brush is also an easy task and I apply powder highlighter on the difficult areas like bridge of the nose, inner corners, etc.

Detailer brush – This is my favorite brush and I am so in love with it! A small detailer brush is important in every makeup kit and if the bristles are as soft as these, you have to love it. The detailer brush is very small with a flat edge and tapered top – pretty much like a miniature version of the pointed foundation brush in the set. This brush is a life saver when you want to spot conceal any flaw, correct that wing liner or apply concealer around the mouth. It reaches up to every difficult corner and blends beautifully. I have applied eye shadows with this and both cream and powder applies seamlessly. You can also apply and blend colors on the lash line and inner corners as well. This brush can also be used for the lips as well. Overall, it is a multipurpose one.

Buffing brush – RT Buffing Brush is a famous one. This brush is the largest of the four and has a round base with the fluffy top and great for buffing any cream, liquid or powder foundations. It blends out everything evenly and properly as well. The brush seems to be a sister of the RT Expert brush which is slightly dense and tightly packed than this one but performs more or less same. This Buffing brush works great for blending the bronzer or contouring as well. You can even use it to blend blush or highlighters. While blending and buffing everything, the brush reaches out to the corners as well due to the fluffiness and softness of the bristles.

Durability – If a makeup brush isn’t durable, it is no point using it. However, with RT the story is different, the brushes are extremely sturdy and nice to deal with. I have been constantly using them for a month now and till now have washed 3-4times. The brushes have never shed a single bristle, lost the shape or even cleans up pretty well. I generally use the baby shampoo and swirl on the palm to clean it properly. The bristles are synthetic taklon bristles and thus one you soak all the water on a cotton tee, the brush around 1hr to dry (small brushes take less than an hour) overall. Therefore, I am extremely pleased to use these Real Techniques brushes.

OVERALL- The Real Techniques Core Collection Brush Set comes with four brushes with multipurpose use of them and works like a charm for everyone. The bristles are soft, well-trimmed and blends everything profusely. Be it a beginner or professional, this is kit is highly recommended.

WHAT I LIKED

  • Sturdy case and brushes.
  • All the four brushes has the burnt bronze ferrules with black silicone handles.
  • The set has all 4 brushes – contour, foundation, buffing and detailing.
  • Multipurpose use.
  • Extremely durable brushes.
  • Never sheds a single bristle or loses the shape.
  • Easy to wash and dry.

WHAT I DISLIKED

  • None.

RATING – 9/10

Editor’s Note: You know I have been wanting to try RT brushes since a long time, but now I have too many other brushes. I might in the future. Loved the review and pictures.

Have you tried the Real Techniques Core Collection Brush Set?

Dr Batra’s Hair Oil Enriched With Jojoba Review

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Dr Batra’s Hair Oil Enriched With Jojoba Review

By Pallavi

Hii Lovelies,

Hair oils are my absolute favorite. You might think that I am blessed with really great hair. But no I am not. I don’t have great hair but I always keep working on them in order to have great hair like Bhumika. You know sometimes you are blessed with great hair and sometimes you have to really work hard to get that. Similar is the case with me too. I have been pampering my hair with hair oil and hair masks even DIY hair masks since ages. During my hair care journey I have tried a number of hair oils. But I have never tried anything from the house of Dr. Batra. And we all are well aware of the hair care products of Dr. Batra especially their hair fall products. So, one day when I saw this hair oil at my nearest store then I bought this one without giving any second thoughts and thus here follows the review of the same.

Price : INR 175 for 200 ml (Buy HERE)

Directions to use : Tilt the bottle sideways and take some oil in your palm. Rub your palms to warm the oil and apply it on your scalp by lightly massaging the oil all over your scalp and covering the hair ends too. For best results, use along with Dr Batra’s shampoo.

Ingredients:

What it Claims : Dr Batra’s – Jojoba Hair Oil Jojoba’s excellent moisturizing property restores the texture, glow & luster of hair naturally. Dr Batra’s hair oil enriched with jojoba extracts, prevents tangles, dryness, brittleness and even split ends.

My View:

Dr. Batra Hair oil comes in a medium sized plastic bottle packaging. The bottle is really light weight and easy to carry with. The packaging has the product related information and other claims mentioned on the packaging itself which is really informative for all the consumers. The bottle has a small hole at the top through which the oil comes out.

This oil from the house of Dr. Batra is infused with jojoba oil which is really beneficial for your hair. It is incredibly lightweight and does not feel sticky or heavy on your hair. It spread easily and has a very soothing calming effect not only on hair but also on the nervous system. This oil is also very light in weight and spreads very easily on hair. It nourishes the hair cuticles without a feeling of sticky or heavy. The oil has a very mild and soothing smell of jojoba oil which is not at all strong and I am sure won’t bother sensitive noses.

Since the oil is so lightweight, you can easily apply it overnight and then wash off your hair in the morning. You hair won’t feel the normal chip-chip of any usual hair oil. And once you wash your hair you can still feel the bounce and the healthy feeling of your hair. Also, this oil is meant to take care of any scalp infections or irritations if any. Thus usage of will ensure that your scalp remain free of any kind of scalp infections and thus promotes the healthy growth of your hair.

You require a very little amount of hair oil and thus a single bottle will last you for months. A single 100 ml. Bottle lasted me for 2 months. So, that way it is good economical hair oil.

Good about Dr Batra’s Hair Oil Enriched With Jojoba

1. Good packaging

2. Huge quantity

3. Makes hair soft and bouncy

4. No sticky or heavy feeling on hair

5. Single bottle lasts long

6. No hair fall witnessed

Bad about Dr Batra’s Hair Oil Enriched With Jojoba

1. Sensitive noses can be bothered by the smell

Rating –

Packaging – 4.5/5

Texture – 5/5

Effects – 4.5/5

Overall – 4.8/5

Editor’s Note: This sounds really interesting.

Have you tried Dr. Batra’s Hair Oil?

DIY At Home Facial with R.K’s Aroma Moringa Facial Kit

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DIY At Home Facial with R.K’s Aroma Moringa Facial Kit

Hi guys,

So I did a facial yesterday at home and recorded it for my YouTube channel, I used this R.K’s Aroma Moringa Facial Kit and hence I thought of reviewing it here too and showing you guys the video..

What is Moringa? The super plant Moringa is native to Africa and Asia, and is widespread among the lush, green foothills of the Himalayas. It belongs to the Moringaceae family, and derives its name from the Malayalam word, ‘Muringa’. Its leaves, pods, fruits, flowers and bark are all abundant in restoratory and healing properties, making it a powerhouse of nutrients and anti-oxidants; a bounteous natural agent, generous with its benefits, truly worthy of the moniker ‘miracle tree’.

Benefits of Moringa: Moringa is rich in vitamins C and E, and contains over 30 different natural anti-oxidants, minerals, phytonutrients and natural anti-inflammatory agents that gently soothe the skin. Perfect for everyday use, Moringa prevents the onset of blackheads, acne, fine lines and wrinkles, and protects from sun burn and minor skin infections. It softly cleanses the skin without robbing it of its natural radiance, while its anti-ageing properties rejuvenate and bring it to life.

Directions:

1. Clean the face with Moringa Cleansing Lotion to cleanse and minimize the pores.

2. Apply Exfoliating Scrub and gently massage for 5-7 minutes for skin exfoliation. Clean the face with wet cotton. Steam your face for 2-5 minutes.

3. Now take Moringa Cream approximately 3-4gms and add 2-3 drops of Moringa oil and massage for 10-15 minutes. Wipe off the excessive cream with cotton or tissue.

4. Apply Moringa Gel and massage for 5-8 minutes and wipe off the excess.

5. Apply Moringa Mask by mixing it with required amount of water, keep it for 5-10 minutes until it dries off and then wash it off with lukewarm water.

6. Complete your facial by applying Moringa moisturizing lotion.

MRP: Rs. 210/- (Buy HERE)

More R.K’s Aroma Products on Amazon HERE

First off this range smells absolutely amazing, Moringa skincare range is available in many brands and you have must have seen/heard of it before. Even The Body Shop has a Moringa Range.

This pack contains 7 sachets of Cleanser, Scrub, Massage Cream, Oil, Gel, Mask and Moisturizing Lotion. Though it’s a one time use kit, the quantity is enough for two people to use together but you have to use it at the same time since once opened, it is difficult to store sachets.

You can do it with your BFF or your mom or sibling, you can do the facial on each other. Make sure you have no rings, watches, etc., and your hands are bare.

The cleanser is milky white and takes off your basic makeup and cleanses your pores. The scrub is super creamy and glides on the skin really well, the exfoliating beads are not that gritty and feel very comfortable. This scrub would work even for sensitive skin.

I took a steam for about 3-4 minutes and then went ahead with the massage.

You have to mix the massage cream and moringa oil together and then massage it all over your face for about 10-15 minutes. Now this is the main part in any facial. Concentrating on pressure points and going with outward strokes to drain lymphatic fluids from your face and skin. If you are someone who has a bloated face, under eye bags, etc., you have a lot of lymphatic fluids which are not drained properly and a good massage definitely helps in draining those out. Plus boosts your circulation and gives your skin a nice flush and glow.

This is followed by the moringa gel which is again massaged for about 5 minutes. It’s a semi-transparent gel and again glides on the skin really well for a good massage.

Then comes the face mask. It’s in powder form, so needs to be mixed with water and applied evenly all over the face. I kept it for about 10-15 minutes and washed it off.

At last, the moisturizing lotion to complete the facial.

I absolutely loved the results! My skin was so soft, smooth, supple and hydrated. The redness I had before the facial, was all gone in 2-3 hours and it was soothed. Facial results are best seen the next day and my skin is glowing today! If you follow me on Snapchat (bhumika_t), you must have already seen my #NoFilter #NoMakeup bare face selfies and how I am loving my skin!

It also did help in getting rid of a little tan. Overall skin is more brighter and glowing. I definitely suggest checking R.K’s Aroma products and especially this new launch, the Moringa Facial Kit. Many of their products are available on Amazon and I have linked them above.

Pic the next morning..

Usually the skin is a little red on the same day of the facial, but the actual results are seen the next day. I am so loving my skin right now!

Few pointers before any facial:

  • If you have undergone bleach or any face treatment, do not try this for at least 4-5 days
  • Use a sunscreen if you are stepping out after this facial, as your skin might be a little photo sensitive
  • Do not use a face wash for one day, you can wash your face with normal water. You can use a face wash the next day
  • Since all essential oils do not suit everyone, it’s better if you do a patch test on your chin or jaw line first.

All R.K’s Aroma products are pH tested and suitable for sensitive skin. I am a big fan of aromatherapy oils and products and having talked to the owner, I am so curious to try more of their products. They have about 30000 products and the owner Mr. Prakash Shivdasani himself is a chemist and makes these formulations.

Also I am giving away two of these kits to two winners on my YouTube channel, so join HERE.

Have you tried any R.K’s Aroma products/facial kits?

Best Face Serums Available In India, Prices, Buy Online

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Best Face Serums Available In India, Prices, Buy Online

By Sanchita

Serum is a very important part of skin care we often miss out. It provides added benefits to the skin and a great way to nourish, replenish and rejuvenate, apart from the regular CTM method. Serums often target the particular needs of the skin like skin brightening or anti-ageing. In fact, it is also treated fights wrinkles, acne and acne scars, age spots, dullness, dryness, improves the overall texture of your skin along with an enrich radiance to keep the skin soft and supple.

Therefore, we have compiled a well elaborated list of 12 best skin serums for oily, combination, dry and ageing skin which is easily available in India.

1. Ponds Gold Radiance Precious Youth Serum – Price 999 INR for 30ml (Buy HERE for 849)

Ponds Gold Radiance serum is one of the most popular face serums available in India. The serum is best suited for oily to combination &/or ageing skin. It helps to get rid of fine lines, wrinkles and age spots and along with a brightening glow and luminosity to the skin. It also aims to tighten the skin and improves the skin’s texture. The serum is infused with real gold micro particles which provide deep nourishment to the tired skin and further increases the rate of cell formation in the skin to make it look younger and fresh. It also evens out the skin tone with regular usage.

2. Lakme Youth Infinity Skin Firming Serum– Price 899 INR for 30ml (More HERE) (Buy HERE for 599)

Lakme Youth Infinity Skin Firming Serum is another budgeted serum best suited for oily skin and also ageing skin. As the name suggest, this serum targets the cell renewal, elasticity as well as the removal of dead cells, bringing forth a natural radiance of the skin. If you suffer from spots, blemishes, patchy skin, and wrinkles, this is the best serum to try for. It has Insta Collagen boosters that helps to tighten the sagging skin, thus improving its elasticity. Regular usage will also remove layers of dullness and enhances the skin tone.

3. Neutrogena Fine Fairness Brightening Serum– Price 699 INR for 30ml (Review HERE) (Buy HERE)

Neutrogena Fine Fairness Brightening Serum is a High penetrating serum, extremely lightweight in texture and absorbs into the skin in a jiff. It contains vitamins and antioxidants which helps to revitalize and replenish the skin. Infused with Neutrogena Healthy White Complex which is known to inhibit the production of melanin, it will provide the skin with a healthy glow from within. It also removes dark spots and pigmentation from the skin, owing to the benefits of Retinol and Vitamin C present in it. The product is dermatologically tested, alcohol free as well as oil free and will be the best choice for oily to combination skin.

4. Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Concentrate– Price 1950 INR for 15ml (Review HERE) (Buy HERE)

This is one beauty elixir, suitable for every skin type and worth every penny you invest in it. It is 99.8% naturally-derived and paraben-free and aims to regenerate, repair and replenish the skin barrier for younger-looking skin. This serum is meant to be applied at night and you would wake up with an invigorated skin in the morning. This is because the blend of replenishing botanical and essential oils like Primrose Oil, Lavender Essential Oil and Squalene known for their therapeutic, balancing, and antioxidant effects, works with skin’s natural nocturnal activity to dramatically restore skin by morning. Also, the bottle will easy last you for about 3-4 months with regular usage.

5. Kama Ayurveda Kumkumadi Miraculous Beauty Ayurvedic Night Serum– Price 1890 INR for 12ml (Buy HERE)

A replenishing night serum from the house of Kama Ayurveda, which is one of the best luxury skin care brands in India. The regular usage of this serum provides you with a renewed skin free from acne scars, dryness, dullness, etc. it enhances the texture of the skin, hydrates it adequately without clogging the pores and one of the best anti-ageing serum suitable for ageing and combination skin. A unique blend of 100% Ayurvedic ingredients, it illuminates the skin and the presence of Licorice acts as an antiseptic and brightening agent.

6. Aviance White Intense Radiance Revive Advanced Serum– Price for 1399 INR for 50ml (Buy HERE)

This is the perfect pick for oily skin. The advance formula of this serum penetrates deep into the cells, brightening the skin and making it appear lit from within. It is well endowed with the goodness of chamomile, witch hazel, green tea, aloe vera, mulberry, licorice, vitamins C and B3 and tetra peptides that helps to soothe and even out the skin. You require a very little amount for the face and neck which gives you a visibly radiant and healthy skin with regular usage. Further, it is also enriched with the dual combination of Vitamin C with active peptides, this potent serum promotes fights free radicals and repairs the skin, which leaves skin supple and nourished improving skin tone and texture.

7. L’Oréal Paris Youth Code Youth Booster Serum– Price 1499 INR for 30ml (Buy HERE)

L’Oréal Paris Youth Code Youth Boosting Serum is suitable for normal to combination skin. As the name goes, this particular serum aims to boost the skin from ageing and dullness. It has been formulated with 10X more concentrated in patented Pro-Gen technology that provides you with a radiant youthful glow. You require a very little amount and it gets instantly absorbed into the skin without clogging the pores.

8. Forest Essentials Advanced Soundarya Age Defying Facial Serum with 24k Gold – Price 3395 INR for 25ml (Buy HERE)

This the best serum for ageing skin which suffers from dullness and luminosity. Forest Essentials products are made from 100% organic substances and also comes with a hefty price tag. This particular serum is formulated with anti-ageing herbs and 24 Karat gold bhasma to lighten and brighten the skin tone from the deepest layer of the skin. The Ashwagandha has various anti-oxidant properties, the cow milk increases collagen production while Licorice hydrates and illuminates the skin.

9. Yves Rocher Hydra Vegetal Moisture Boost Serum– Price 1200 INR for 30ml

Yves Rocher Hydra Vegetal Moisture Boost Serum is best suitable for dry skin and available in Nykaa. Dry skin lacks hydration and are prone to dullness and fine lines. This particular product helps to hydrates and replenishes skin as it has been endowed with the goodness of Maple and Blue Agave Saps combined with Botanical Betaine to lock the hydrayion in the skin. it provides a ultra-fresh texture to the skim and the product is completely colorant free, mineral oil free, paraben free

10. Kiehl’s Hydro-Plumping Re-Texturizing Serum Concentrate – Price 4300 INR for 50ml (Buy HERE)

Kiehl’s Hydro-Plumping Serum is meant for dry skin and aims to hydrate skin’s deepest surface layers with its next generation liquid-to- serum technology. The serum is formulated with a potent complex of 15% plant-based Glycerin and Shiso Leaf Extract. It has been seen that the product magically replenish the skin with moisture and locks the hydration, helps correct the signs of age-related dehydration, plump up the skin to make it looks fresh and revitalized, along with the reduction in the appearance of fine lines & rough texture.

11. The Body Shop Vitamin E moisture Serum – Price 1295 INR for 30ml

The Vitamin E series of TBS is best suitable for normal to dry skin. It comes with a lovely pump dispenser and easy to carry. The product is a concentrated pre-moisturizer treatment for the skin to ensure the enhancement of hydration for the dry skin. The Vitamin E protects the skin from damage while tara bush seed extract works within the skin to boost moisture levels. Thus, the skin is replenished with regular usage but without any trace of greasiness or clogged pores.

12. Aviance Hydra Balance Moisture Infused Advanced Serum – Price 1099 INR for 50ml (Buy HERE)

As the name offers, this is another perfect pick for dry skin. It has been infused with Advanced Serum that helps to restore the skin’s natural moisture barrier, replenishing hydration and softening the skin. The goodness extracted from jojoba, almond, kiwi, wheat germ, cucumber, green tea, aloe vera and Vitamin C penetrate deep into the skin to infuse hydration, revealing its inherent luminosity. It also has the benefits of Vitamin C, a selection of peptides and active ingredients that aids in the skin regeneration, restoration and balanced healthiness.

Thus, these are the best 12 face serums for oily, combination, dry and ageing skin which is easily available in India.

Editor’s Note: I would like to add The Body Shop Oils of Life Revitalizing Facial Oil, though it’s an oil, you can use it during the night as a serum and it works amazingly well! Also the new Drops of Light Brightening Serum is very good if you acne scars coz it has red algae and Vitamin C extracts.

I have tried the Kiehl’s MRC and Kama Ayurveda Kumkumadi Tailam and absolutely love those too. Also like The Body Shop Vitamin E Overnight Serum-in-Oil.

Which is your favourite face serum?

Sofy Bodyfit Overnight Review

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Sofy Bodyfit Overnight Review

Hi guys,

We all go through days or rather nights during our periods, where we wake up with stained clothes or bedsheets at times. I know it may get a little embarrassing and night pads like these help us through those nights.

Claims: SOFY Overnight is the longest napkin in India and has a wider hip guard which covers your panty from the back for extra coverage. So you can sleep peacefully all night long.

  • Wider hip guard
  • Shape maintenance system
  • Double absorbent core

MRP: Rs.155/- for a pack of 10 (Buy HERE)

Sofy is Japan’s no. 1 Sanitary Napkin brand and we have it in India since about 2 years now. I am very glad we do, coz there were just 1-2 sanitary napkin brands available widely in India and one being the most famous, had the largest share in the market. Also is very expensive, and leaves rashes and itchy feeling post periods coz of the plastic layer on top. It was not the most comfortable but then there were hardly any options in gel absorbing category.

Sofy has quite a few different variants available but this Overnight one is absolutely perfect for girls with heavy flow at night time because it is quite wide and long. Its wider hip guard covers the panty from the back and there are no chances of leakage or transfer because of the double absorbent core. The wings keep the pad in place and it doesn’t move.

It is the longest napkin in India. They have this super ad called #SleepingUgly which says Sleeping Beauties belong only in fairytales and in reality we sleep best when we sleep ugly 😀 That is so practical and true, that is the real us.

I love the fact that these are super soft and there is no absolutely no itchiness or rashes during or even after the periods. You can check out more about Sofy on www.sofyclub.com/in

Have you tried the Soft Bodyfit Overnight?

My Top Favourite Blushes

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My Top Favourite Blushes

Hi guys,

Today I am listing my top favourite blushes, 5 out of 6 are matte and perfect for day time. Only the Jordana one has shimmer but that is not much visible on the skin.

Maybelline Cheeky Glow Blush in Peachy Sweetie

It’s a light dusty rose pink and completely matte. The most affordable blush in the market and is pigmented enough! I recommend this to everyone, even if you are not a blush person and would like to own just one and not invest much in it, you can try this.

L’Oreal Paris Lucent Magique Blush of Light in Fuchsia Flush

Another super gorgeous hot pink shade! This is very bright and pigmented and you have to go with a very light hand when using this. It is priced at INR 850 but will last you forever. Absolutely love the packaging.

Marks & Spencer Limited Blusher in Damson

My go-to everyday blush, this is a light n*de mauve kind of shade, you can go lightly with this or layer for more intensity. The most natural looking blush I own

Jordana Blush in Sunlit Bronze

Again a very nice, everyday neutral shade. It’s a light brown with some shimmer. Very pigmented and use it with a light hand again as otherwise it might look muddy.

Sigma Blush in Cheeky

It’s a muted rosy brown shade, perfect for medium to fair skin tones.

MAC Bite of an Apple Blush

My most favourite blush ever, it’s a medium coral pink and looks beautiful on fair to medium skin tones. This will even show up well on deeper skin tones.

All the pictures in this post are clicked with the new Coolpad Mega Selfie Maker 2.5D! It has 8MP front camera and 8MP rear camera! I absolutely love the Royal Gold Color, and it is not at all heavy for 2500 mAh battery.

The pictures are vivid and true to colour! They have not been edited at all, only resized so that the post doesn’t take long to load. It is standard 5.5 inch screen and looks super stylish and expensive! 16GB internal memory and 3GB RAM, it supports dual 4G too.

This is the selfie I clicked with it, both a screenshot and the actual selfie.

It has Whiten, Smooth, Slim and Enlarge features for the front selfie camera. This is the Smooth effect.

It is priced very affordably at INR 6999 only!!! I can say this is the best budget smartphone I have come across! The sale starts on 24th August, you can register for it right now, go HERE

Do you like the pictures? What are your favourite blushes?

Clean & Clear Natural Bright Face Wash Review

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Clean & Clear Natural Bright Face Wash Review

Hi guys,

If you follow my blog, you know I love quite a few Clean & Clear products especially face washes. See all the reviews HERE

They have launched a new variant in face wash, which is Natural Bright. If you follow me on Snapchat (bhumika_t), you must have already seen this and I have been testing this out since the past few days.

CLEAN & CLEAR® Natural Bright is designed for young skin problems, to gently reveal your natural brightness

Recommended for: Teenagers and young adults, who want their skin to look gorgeous and naturally bright.

How It Works: CLEAN & CLEAR® Natural Bright has a double action effect on your skin which helps clear skin problems. The rose water in the face wash helps wash away the dullness caused by impurities in the skin and natural honey with glycerin helps nourish your skin and help it achieve a natural glow that you will love

Directions: Apply a small amount on wet palm. Work it into a rich lather. Gently massage onto face, taking care to avoid contact with the eye area. Rinse off thoroughly. Use twice daily for skin that’s clean, clear and beautiful.

Ingredients: Water,Glycerin, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Lauryl Glucoside, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Fragrance, Tetrasodium, EDTA, Capryloyl Glycine, 0-Cymen-5-ol, Sodium Benzotriazolyl Buytylphenol Sulfate, Sarcosine, Honey, Sodium Hydroxide, Rosa Damascena Flower Water, Cinnamomum Zeylancium Bark Extract, Cl 14700, Cl 17200, Potassium Sorbate

MRP: INR 110 for 100ml

It comes in their usual slightly curved packaging with a blue flip cap. I love the light rosy pink tint it has and the bubbles make it look more vivid. It smells absolutely amazing, of roses. Not like artificial rose scent, but a very soft British Rose kind of scent.

It’s neither thick nor very runny and in gel form, which is what I prefer in face washes. It doesn’t foam much and hence doesn’t strip off moisture from the skin. In fact, the rose water and natural honey combination leave the skin moisturized enough and your skin will not crave for a moisturiser immediately.

Glycerin adds to the moisture and cinnamon bark helps fight acne and acne scars.

It removes dirt and grime and even basic makeup and leaves the skin squeaky clean and fresh. Natural brightness of the skin gets hidden coz of the dirt and impurities through the day, this face wash helps in getting rid of all that leaving the skin brighter and glowing.

If you have oily skin, I would suggest going with the Foaming One and if you have normal to dry skin, you will love this new Natural Bright face wash.

Best part about Clean & Clear face washes is they are very affordable and easily available.

I tried the all new Clean & Clear Natural Bright face wash in association with BlogAdda,com. If you want to reveal your natural brightness you can buy it HERE

Have you tried the new Clean & Clear Natural Bright Face Wash?

Best B-Town Showstoppers

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Best B-Town Showstoppers

By Nidhal

The glitzy and glamorous world of Tinseltown throws ample opportunities to B-town ladies (and men alike) to showcase their stylish best. While designers have a major role to play here yet, there is certainly no denying that one needs to have that X-Factor to carry apparel with panache. After all, one should not let clothes wear him/her but bring their own charm and je ne sais quoi to the attire

On that note, let us have a glance at those B-town ladies who strut with panache on the ramp donned in the most chic apparel.

1. KANGANA RANAUT- Some people despite swaddled in the snazziest possible attire, fail to make a mark. Not Kangana Ranaut. Ever. This curly-haired lady is as fashionable as amazing an actor she is. Almost always in the good books of the Fashion Police, Kangana manages to send the audience into a tizzy every time she sashays in designer outfits on the ramp. Seen here is this powerhouse performer walking the ramp in Mumbai as the showstopper for Vero Moda Marquee. And she exudes aplomb!

2. DEEPIKA PADUKONE- A celebrated model and an equally renowned heroine of late, this leggy lass commenced her career in the showbiz by walking the ramp for a number of designers including some industry big shots. Seen here is Deepika swaddled a beautiful midnight blue bridal lehenga. The lehenga had zari zardosi embroidery all over. She walked the ramp for ace Indian designer Manish Malhotra showcasing his collection at the Delhi Couture Week. Noticeably, the collection was inspired by 1930’s. The colour palette includes deep shades like wine red, olive green, royal blue, mustard and gold. The collection has old vintage and royal look to it.

3. KATRINA KAIF- She looks as ethereal as a Greek Goddess as she struts the ramp for ace Indian designer Tarun Tahiliani’s spring-summer 2016 line. Inspired by the nomadic beauty of the Kutch desert tribes. Katrina and Aditya looked smouldering hot in the ace designer’s SS16 collection.

4. NARGIS FAKHRI- That pout sends all the selfie-addicts into a tizzy, doesn’t it? 😛 Nargis Fakhri is another top model who has walked the ramp time and again for ace designers. Seen here is the glamorous Nargis sashay the ramp in a Anushree Reddy lehenga-choli at LFW Winter Festive 2014. Her natural radiance adds to the beauty of the attire, doesn’t it? 🙂

5. SONAM KAPOOR- She is a Fashionista. Period. Swaddled in unarguably the most high-end designer outifts, Sonam makes sure all the eyes are on as she sashays the ramp every time. Seen here is Sonam decked in opulent jewellery from head to toe while beaming radiantly as she walked the ramp at IIJW 2013.

6. PRIYANKA CHOPRA- ‘Desi Girl’ has been the title that is aptly conferred on her. Looking jaw-dropping in this gorgeous lime green sari paired with a dove grey strappy blouse, PC walked the ramp for ace designer Manish Malhotra at LFW Summer/Resort 2013 Day-1. The sari boasted a delicate sequinned border and a slash of fuchsia across the border of the pallu. Side-swept waves and a rose pink lippie completed her look. Boy! I can stare shamelessly at her back unblinkingly 🙂

7. JACQUELINE FERNANDEZ- Sashaying down the ramp at LFW Day-2, Jacqueline’s million dollar smile lit up the stage as much as the shimmery bridal lehenga that she donned. She was swaddled in a glittering lehenga, fully embroidered long sleeved choli and net dupatta, along with beautiful jewellery to complement her look. She walked the ramp for top shot designer Anju Modi.

Image Sources: 1,2,3,4,5,6

Editor’s Note: I had seen that Anushree Reddy show live and Nargis looked beautiful, that lehenga was breathtaking too!

Your favourite B-Town Showstopper?

Dabur Active Blood Purifier Review

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Dabur Active Blood Purifier Review

By Archana

Hi all,

Today’s review is on a slightly different product, not the regular skincare and haircare stuff. Its a health supplement which helps in giving clear and glowing skin. Dabur is a trusted brand when it comes to health and personal care products. And this new product by them claims for “a pimple free skin with natural glow” in just 7 days! Naturally, I was intrigued by this claim and bought the product blindly. Read on to know whether Dabur Active Blood Purifier satisfies its claims or not.

Products claims: Dabur Active Blood Purifier purifies blood to give you pimple free skin with natural glow. Its natural formulation works from inside to purify blood and attacks bacteria so that the blood gets purified and there is improvement in pimples or other skin ailments.

• It promises start of action within 7 days

• Prevents recurrence of pimples

• Pimple free skin with natural glow

• Goodness of Honey for excellent taste

• Safe & effective

Price and quantity: Rs.95 for 200ml (Buy HERE for Rs.80)

Key Ingredients:

Manjistha: It is beneficial for skin health. It acts as a rejuvenator and has inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Khadira: Known for its blood purification properties. The name Khadira literally translates to the one that destroys disease and brings stability to the body.

Shveta Sariva, Nimba, Madhusnuhi, Haridra, Guduchi and Madhu.

Directions to use: (Adults) 2 tablespoonful (10ml) twice daily or as directed by the physician.

Packaging:

The syrup comes in a glass bottle with a metal screw lid. The bottle is housed in an outer carton which details all about the product. I wish there was a measuring cap with it so that we can measure 10ml. The packaging comes in 2 sizes – 100ml and 200ml.

Texture and fragrance:

The syrup is dark brown in color and resembles a cough syrup. It has a herbal fragrance mixed with honey which is soothing to the senses.

My experience:

I started drinking this syrup twice daily – once in the morning and once in the evening. I drank it before having breakfast or dinner on an empty stomach for more effective results. The taste is little herbal and little sweet due to the presence of honey. It tastes very much like the Himalaya cough syrup. Unlike other health supplements which I had to force down my throat, I actually liked this taste and am glad that they have added honey. As without honey, am sure it will taste horrible. At the time I started drinking this, I was suffering from heavy acne, dryness and pigmentation issue. Which was why I bought this in the first place. I was waiting for 7 days as mentioned. But I couldn’t notice any effect at all. I mean no effect, nothing and nothing at all. I waited 10 days. Still no results. I was totally disappointed. I thought just drinking Patanjali Amla Juice would be more effective than this as I have done in the past. But Patanjali Amla Juice has a very bitter taste and I had to force myself to drink it everyday.

After 10 days, I gave up hope and was simply drinking to finish the bottle. By the end of the month, I could see my pimples clearing up. Maybe you can argue the pimples cleared up on its own and its not the effect of the product. But unlike usual times, this time the pimples didn’t leave behind any marks or scars. And I could also see a nice healthy glow in my skin. Similar to the effect I got with Patanjali Amla Juice. Also, I used to face regular acidity and gastric problems. But after a month of drinking Dabur Active Blood Purifier, they reduced. In my opinion the product works, but it takes more time and is slower than similar products. But it tastes better.

Pros:

* Nice sweet taste due to the presence of honey.

* Easy to drink.

* With regular use, gives natural glowing skin.

* Pimples are cleared without leaving behind any marks.

* Reduces acidity and gastric problems.

* Impressive ingredients list.

* Affordable.

Cons:

* Takes time to show results.

Rating: 4.5/5

Verdict: Overall, Dabur Active Blood Purifier is a good health supplement for clear and glowing skin. And also for general health and wellbeing. Unlike other health supplements, it tastes good due to addition of honey. It takes time to show results but is worth the wait.

Biotique Bio Wheat Germ Youthful Nourishing Night Cream Review

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Biotique Bio Wheat Germ Youthful Nourishing Night Cream Review

By Archana

Hi all,

Today I am reviewing the night cream from Biotique’s Anti Ageing Skin care routine – Biotique Bio Wheat Germ Youthful Nourishing Night Cream. This night cream is especially formulated to keep your skin youthful and prevent ageing. Let’s move on to the review and see whether it fulfills its claims.

Products claims: Wheat Germ Oil is one of the most sensitive oils in the botanical world, a natural antioxidant with more Vitamin E than any other natural oil. This rich-feeling, firming cream is blended with pure wheat germ, sunflower and almond oils, vitamins A, B, C, D, E and extracts of carrot and galangal to moisturize and strengthen skin for a more vital, resilient, younger appearance.

Ingredients: Ankurit Genhun Seed – 5%, Gajar Seed – 1%, Badam Oil – 1%, Kulanjan Rhizome – 0.25%, Khubani Seed Oil – 0.5%, Sunflower oil – 2.5%, Purified Water – Q.S

Directions to use: Gently smooth over cleansed face with upward strokes, night.

Price and quantity: Rs.230 for 50g (Buy HERE)

Packaging: The night cream comes in a simple, white plastic tub with a green screw-on lid. The tub is housed inside an outer carton. All the product details are listed on the carton. If you wish to travel with it, you can discard the carton and carry only the tub as it will be compact.

Texture and fragrance: The cream is white in color with a whipped, smooth cream like consistency. It has a mild fragrance, almost unnoticeable.

My experience: I have been using this night cream along with the other products from the same range – the serum and day cream. This night cream has a very smooth texture and on applying it takes a while to get absorbed. I need to massage for a couple of minutes for the cream to sink in completely. Which is how I feel a night cream should be. It should have a massagable consistency as a little massage every night can improve blood circulation and firm the skin.

There was no immediate results I could observe on the first few days. But after 2-3 weeks, I can feel my skin is more nourished, smooth and healthy. It has plumped up my skin and made it younger and soft. I had some fine lines on my forehead. It has helped to smooth them out. Though they haven't vanished completely. I think it might take two more tubs to completely erase them.

The cream majorly contains wheatgerm oil which is perfect for sensitive skin. I haven’t faced any breakouts while using this cream. I also observed that it helps to soothe sunburns and redness and irritations.

Though, its an anti-ageing cream, it doesn’t mean only ageing people need to use it. The cream can be used by any age group to keep the skin youthful and prevent ageing.

Pros:

* Nice, smooth, massageable consistency for a night cream.

* Nourishes the skin from deep within.

* Makes skin soft, smooth and healthy.

* Plumps up skin and makes it youthful.

* Doesn’t cause breakouts.

* Soothes sunburns, redness and irritations.

* Affordable.

Cons:

* Might not suit very acne-prone skin.

Rating: 4.3/5

Verdict: Overall, Biotique Bio Wheat Germ Youthful Nourishing Night Cream is a good, affordable night cream to keep your skin youthful and prevent signs of ageing. It takes time to show results but being an ayurvedic product it is safe and works well in the long run.

Editor’s Note: This sounds good for winters.

Have you tried the Biotique Bio Wheat Germ Youthful Nourishing Night Cream?