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Streax Pro Lovely Hair Argan Secrets Serum Review

Streax Pro Lovely Hair Argan Secrets Serum Review

What the Company claims: A complex blend of essential oil, this moisturizing serum helps to replenish and restore dry and frizzy hair. Designed to provide an expert solution to everyday hair problems, this professional serum is aided with the rich benefit of Argan. Non greasy and greatly effective, the serum leaves hair soft and supremely conditioned, allowing you to let down your hair anytime, anywhere.

Streax Pro Lovely Hair Argan Secrets Serum Review

Claims & Ingredients:

MRP: Rs.349/- for 45ml

I like using hair serums as it controls most of the frizz especially in monsoons since hair is more frizzy due to the moisture and humidity (A forever story in Mumbai anyways)

I had not heard about Streax serums before, as hair color was always I associated it with. So, when I got to try this, I was all in, also coz I love Argan Oil.

It comes in a small dark tinted glass bottle with a white pump packaging and a small plastic clear cap to cover the white pump dispensor.

You just need two pumps of it and its more than enough. I love using it on my ‘just washed’ damp hair. Texture is slightly on the stickier side since its more ‘oil like’ than a serum. But then, I feel this is the reason, it controls frizz like nobody’s business !

Since its heavier, you just rub the serum in your hands and take thick strands of hair and press your hand against the strands, as if you coating them. You would still be left with some product even after covering entire portion of hair, as its just like touching them and not rubbing it on.

I love how my hair feels smoother and there is no frizz at all, after using this. It smells good too, not completely argan but slightly sweet coz of the added perfume probably.

Its a blend of argan, almond, walnut oil and Vitamin E. It does have silicones too, but it does not contain mineral oil or parabens. I guess silicones is something which is unavoidable in serums as that creates a layer on the hair to protect from moisture and not get frizzy.

I used it on both wet and dry hair. And IMO, I did not like using it on dry hair since its on the stickier side, it does not settle well on dry hair. Whereas it blended in, on wet/damp hair.

Overall, I would say I really loved it. Now its my staple after every hair wash. And since, you do not need much, the 45ml bottle is going to last long. Turns out economical at Rs.349/- even though its slightly higher priced than other serums. And I would prefer something like this with a blend of oils, rather than plain serums with just silicones. Highly recommended.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Do you use serums ? Which is your favorite ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review.

The Body Shop White Musk Smoky Rose EDT Review

The Body Shop White Musk Smoky Rose EDT Review

What the Company claims: A daring and mysterious fragrance in a light eau de toilette, featuring an intoxicating blend of cruelty-free musk with sinuous notes of black smoky rose and tobacco flower.

Seductive floral-musk scent
Contains cruelty-free musk
Light eau de toilette

MRP: Rs.1395/- for 30ml & Rs.1695/- for 60ml

I have been using this from almost 3-4 months now. The White Musk Smoky Rose comes in both EDT and EDP form like other scents from The Body Shop. EDT is milder and lighter whereas EDP is a little more heavier in terms of scent/fragrance (more concentrated)

Top notes are bergamot, pink pepper and black currant; middle notes are tobacco blossom, black rose, orange blossom and immortelle; base notes are olibanum and white musk.

I quite like the cute pink packaging too. Its very small and handy to carry along anywhere.

I love white musk smell but it can be a little heavy at times. When blended with this floral and fruity notes, it balanced the white musk smell. ‘Smoky’ is what the tobacco flower in this gives a hint of.

Its neither too sweet nor too floral or fruity. Like everything is in perfect proportion. You have a hint of fruity, floral, manly white musk, smoky tobacco but all subtly balanced.

I quiet love this ! Its something unique and nice. Only issue is it does not stay long on me, max 3-4 hours. So lacks on the longevity and sillage department. I wish it stayed longer. Perhaps I would try the EDP next time.

Highly recommend this. If you are someone who does not like too floral or fruity fragrance and you like white musk, this is the perfect balance.

Have you tried The Body Shop White Musk Smoky Rose EDT ?

#WhatTheBlack Experience and Final Reveal

#WhatTheBlack Experience and Final Reveal

Hey guys,

If you have been following me on facebook and twitter these days, you must be knowing about this #WhatTheBlack activity that I and many others across social media are doing, with Blogadda.com

Also check out my All Black Wishlist which I shared few days ago HERE.

So it is basically a product for which we received clues on the first 3 days and we had to guess what the product would be.

On the 1st day, we received this black chocolate egg.

On the 2nd day, we got a black newspaper.

On the 3rd day, we received a black paper cup and a black tissue.

All the clues were leading to breakfast or something edible or sweet, like biscuits, etc. Few guessed black coffee. But it basically meant all the things that are traditionally always white had now turned black ! Egg, Newspaper, Paper cup, Tissue.

And what the actual final product was we received it today i. e the 4th day. Everyone was so eager and curious to know what it would be.

It is..

Colgate Slim Soft Charcoal Toothbrush !

Totally unexpected, aint it ? Quite a surprise. Have always been a fan of Colgate toothpaste but not the toothbrush. This looks pretty interesting. Looking forward to trying it out 😀

What did you expect #WhatTheBlack to be ? Did you think of a toothbrush in your wildest dreams ?!

Nyassa Under The Ocean Hand Cream Review

Nyassa Under The Ocean Hand Cream Review

What the Company claims: True to our principle of “from Heaven and Earth” this Handcream brings together an unique fragrance with a host of secret natural ingredient that offers you complete and natural handcare. Under the Ocean Handcream mainly contains Almond Butter and Seaweed Extract. Almond Butter works effectively as a wonderful moisturizer that keeps your hands moisturized and prevent dryness. Seaweed Extract is known to work effectively as a natural emolient. It also fights pre-mature aging and is an effective smoothing agent.

Ingredients:

MRP: Rs.300/- for 145ml

It comes in a square bottle with a pump dispenser and a very minute dispenser opening which just gives the required quantity in one pump. Also has a plastic cap on the top, so you can carry it around too. And the pump dispenser won’t spill out the product.

Its very very light in texture, no greasiness or stickiness here. I found the texture quite similar to my favorite L’Occitane Lavender Hand Cream. It has a seaweed, kinda aquatic, smell. I liked the smell. Not sure if everyone would prefer the seaweed smell.

Although its light in texture, its moisturising and hands feel quite soft. The hydration stays for 3-4 hours and untill you wash your hands or they come in contact with water. Almond Butter helps in hydration here.

I love reapplying it and this is currently on my bedside table. And I use it on my hands right before sleeping to wake up to soft hands.

The quantity of 145ml for the price of Rs.300/- is quite economical as most of the brands in this category are priced higher.

I personally loved it. And there are other two options: Alphonso Mango Hand Cream, Cool Cucumber Hand Cream, if you are not a fan of seaweed personally. Highly recommend Nyassa Hand Creams.

You can buy Nyassa stuff online at www.nyassabathandbody.com

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 4/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried the Nyassa hand creams yet ? 

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review.

My All Black Wishlist

My All Black Wishlist

There is something about black that attracts us and most of us love black. Black is mysterious. Black is royal. Black is hot. Black is sexy. Black makes one look thin and svelte.

I have so many black outfits. Black Dresses, Black denims, Black pants, Black skirts, etc.. I have lost count of it. Though I am a color person, but I love black equally. It surely dominates my wardrobe. I literally live in my black denims. 😀 And all IN for monochrome looks.

Black kajal/kohl is something I can’t live my home without or else people tell me I look sleepy/unwell. Also, a black kajal tikka is something which is supposed to protect you from evil or ‘buri nazar’ as its said. Black smokey eyes is something which will make a girl look smoking hot and clubbing ready immediately ! 😀

Here is a small wishlist of things I did love to have in black (Small,out of the uncountable things I did want :D)

1. Classic Black Louboutins

I have a definite fondness for shoes and bags. I have shoes in all colors including black. But simple,plain,classic black Louboutins would be a superb addition to my shoe stash. They work with almost all outfits and are just perfect.

2. An All Black Rado

A Classic Black Rado watch has been on my wishlist since forever. I love the fact that it is timeless, classy, elegant and stylish. Another piece I can pair with anything and everything and wear forever and pass on the legacy.

3. Black S- Class Merc

Even though a black car denotes authority, it exudes style and royalty. It attracts you in an instant. Merc anyways attracts one and a black S- class will not let you take off your eyes off it.

4. Black IPhone 6

Ok, I am not an Iphone fan yet coz I have always been an Android user. But, if I have to jump on the IPhone bandwagon, I did want it to be the latest IPhone 6. I would love to give it a try. But of course, in black. My current Lenovo phone is black too 😀 Told you, I am obsessed with black.

5. Canon EOS 5D Mark III

Being a beauty and fashion blogger, a good camera is a must have for me. Though there are many good cameras out there on a budget too. But, Canon EOS 5D Mark III is one of the best high end professional cameras in the market currently that one can possibly own.

Though I can go on and on, I guess 5 are enough for now. :p I love everything black and whenever I have to make a choice, I sub consciously have always finalized black and end up going for the black.

What about you ? Do you guys love black ? What would be your top 5 black things ?

Images from Google.

This post is a part of #WhatTheBlack activity at BlogAdda.com

July My Envy Box Review

July My Envy Box Review

If you guys don’t know what is My Envy Box yet, go HERE.

Check out my previous months’ boxes:

MRP: Rs.850/-

This time too, a lavender box like the previous June one.

What I got in my box:

  • Three 10ml bottles of Kama Ayurveda Bringadi Intensive Hair Treatment– Full size Rs.450/- for 100ml- I am glad that there are 3 bottles this time. One bottle of 10ml is enough for 2 uses, coz its supposed to be used only on the scalp. This is going to last a long time and I like Kama products. Hope this works for my hair. Would update you guys
  • Eau Thermale Avene Very High protection Sun cream SPF50+ (5ml)– Full Size Rs.1250/- for 50ml- I have used Avene VHP SPF50+ Sunscreen spray before and liked it. This is a little richer though and meant for normal to dry skin.
  • Two 6ml sachets of L’Occitane Aromachologie Control Styling Prep Cream– Full Size Rs.1990/- for 200ml- Its a leave in conditioner. Have not used it yet. Sounds good though
  • Kama Ayurveda Mridul Soap Free Face Cleanser- small sample- Full Size Rs.295/- for 40g- Its an ayurvedic, natural soap free cleanser which is to be mixed with water and massaged all over the face. I wanted to try this from a long time and I am glad I got to. Really liking it so far.
  • Eminence Organics Red Currant Balancing Concentrate- 2ml sachet- Full Size Rs.6413/- for 35ml- I am not a fan of Eminence Organics or small 2ml sachets. Not happy with this.

I would have loved to try the H2O Sea Moss Replenishing Body Lotion instead of the Eminence Organics Concentrate since I am not much into anti-ageing skin care.

Overall its a mixed bag yet again. I liked the Kama products and the fact that there are 2 hair products in the box this time. But definitely expect much more from My Envy Box.

You can request an invite for My Envy Box HERE.

Are you subscribed to My Envy Box ? What did you get in your July Box ?

OOTD: Orange Peplum Top, Metallic Gold Belt

OOTD: Orange Peplum Top, Metallic Gold Belt

Hey guys,

As I mentioned in the previous OOTD post, I am going to bombard you with OOTDs, since I posted them after a long time :p

I love orange and gold combination. And as you know, orange is the new black ! Gold accessories come up really well on orange.

This was also what I wore to the Closeup Diamond Attraction event I posted about.

I have paired this orange peplum top with my black denims and black ankle strap suede wedges. This current favorite gold metallic belt and a gold chain bracelet, gold and diamante statement necklace completed the look and of course, my black bag.

I love this orange peplum top, have been wearing it a lot these days. Its quite comfortable and looks chic too. The fit is nice and the fabric is soft and smooth too. It has a deep U back and can be paired with pencil skirts, denims, maxi skirts and in so many ways.

Its by Femella. You guys must have come across Femella on Myntra, Flipkart, Jabong, Fashionara, Junglee and quite a few sites. They have their own site too from which they retail directly. I love their collection. There are very few brands in India that cater to the latest fashion trends, have all the new collections and are budget friendly too. And for those who are not into international shopping and customs from sites like Asos, etc, we have our very own affordable Indian brand that comes to our rescue. I have bought a lot of Femella clothing before too, for the very reason.

About Femella.in: Formed in 2009, Femella is India’s leading fashion eccentric destination inspiring the Indian women with funky and stylish clothing. The brand aims for reasonable, feminine and easy-to-wear fashion. Each attire crafted with in depth attention to detail adheres to the utmost quality standards. With the alluring collections and innovative designs with exquisite patterns, Femella has turned India’s most desired brand of women in a short span of time. Femella was recognized with the most sold out brand in a renowned online portal myntra.com and the products are also available in the other online fashion portal like koovs.com, fashionara.com, jabong.com etc.

With young and passionate entrepreneurs, Kavya Arora (CEO, Femella Fashions) and Ketki Arora (COO, Femella Fashions) Femella has become one of the popular affordable western wear brands in India. Kavya, a graduate from George Washington University, USA, observed a huge demand in the market for affordable western fashion wear in India, which led him to lead Femella into online space. Under his able leadership, Femella has grown exponentially over the last two years since being exclusively in the online space. While Ketki’s responsibilities includes running the operations smoothly and looking over the design team. Her strategically implemented inputs and internal love for fashion played a role in facilitating in the growth of the company.

Thank you Kavya and Ketki Arora for bringing Femella to us 🙂

Top: Femella
Denims: Kraus
Shoes: See HERE
Gold Metallic Belt: HERE
Bag: See HERE ,HERE and HERE

On lips: Skin Food Vita Tok Lipstick in PK01
On eyes: L’Oreal Paris Infallible Eyeshadow in Endless Chocolate

I hope you liked the outfit..do let me know in the comments below 🙂

Win a Moroccan Liquid Gold Ritual at Lakme Salon!

Win a Moroccan Liquid Gold Ritual at Lakme Salon!

Hey guys,

If you read my experience about the Moroccan Liquid Gold Ritual/Argan Facial, you would know how it detoxes, revives and renews your skin and gives it  a nice glow!

Now its time for one of you to experience it! How ?

Just, answer one question and follow some rules to qualify.

Rules:

1. Answer  ‘2 benefits of Moroccan/Argan Oil for skin‘ in the comments below.

2. Tweet ‘ Win a Moroccan Liquid Gold Ritual at @LakmeSalon via @bhumika_t Enter here https://www.newlove-makeup.com/2014/07/win-moroccan-liquid-gold-ritual-lakme-salon #contest ‘

3. Subscribe to our email updates HERE and do not forget to verify the email subscription.

Extra entry: Like our page on facebook and share on facebook (keep it public) for extra points.

That’s it. Some basic rules to follow and you can win yourself a luxurious facial worth Rs.2,700!

The contest starts today and would go on for 10 days ending 27th July. Do share your tweet/share link and the email id used for subscription.

Best of Luck 🙂

Update: The Winner is Sugandha Dixit ! Congrats ! Have emailed you 🙂

Pantene Total Damage Care Shampoo,Conditioner,Hair Mask Review

Pantene Pro-V Total Damage Care Shampoo,Conditioner,Intensive Hair Mask Review
Ok, to start with, I was never a Pantene fan before. Had used it once long back and did not like it much, never tried Pantene again. So, this time when the Pantene team asked me to take their 14 day hair challenge with their all new and improved Pantene, I was like why not, let me give it a try.
The thing which intrigued me the most was their new Keratin Damage Blockers Technology. Even though the challenge was 14 days i.e 2 weeks, I was still using it for a longer time, though I did note the change in my hair in 2 weeks.
First, let us read and understand more about keratin porosis and the keratin damage blockers..
KERATIN-POROSIS IS THE ENEMY
The erosion of hair’s vital keratins and protein loss is the reason why hair becomes weaker and more brittle. Hair subsequently becomes more porous, ultimately leading to greater hair damage.
FIGHTING BACK AGAINST THE DAMAGES
The Keratin Damage Blockers targets, captures and neutralizes conditions that causes Keratin-Porosis, preventing keratin deficiency and strengthening the hair fiber from the inside out for healthier hair with every wash.
KERATIN-POROSIS EXPLAINED
Put the shine, strength and resilience back into your hair. Enjoy continuous improvements with every single wash, and benefit from the extra hair protection and better protein retention.
KERATIN DAMAGE BLOCKERS TECHNOLOGY IN SHAMPOOS
With the revolutionary Keratin Damage Blockers technology in the new line of shampoos* that preserves hair’s vital proteins and protects it from Keratin-Porosis, Pantene ushers a new era of damage-free hair!
KERATIN DAMAGE BLOCKERS EXPLAINED
Developed by 9 Global Hair Experts after 10 years of research, discover what goes behind the shine of Pantene’s Keratin Damage Blockers technology.

Ahaan, sounds good, does’nt it ? But, does it actually work ? Read on..

Pantene Total Damage Care Shampoo

Use daily to help prevent the 10 signs of hair damage. Now with Keratin Damage Blockers technology, it gives 99% damage protection for softer and more manageable hair.

Step 1 : Cleanse

MRP: Rs.152/- for 180ml

Ingredients:

Directions:

Step 1

Pantene Total Damage Care Conditioner

Formulated to help replenish the health of your damaged hair by moisturizing and protecting your cuticles. Use at every wash for continuous protection against the day-to-day damage inflicted on your hair.

Step 2 : Nourish

MRP: Rs.120/- for 175ml

Ingredients:

Directions:

Step 2

Pantene Total Damage Care Intensive Hair Mask

Provides daily deep hydration to moisturize and protect hair cuticles. Use once a week to enhance your hair care regimen for an extra boost of hydration and repair.

Step 3 : Protect

MRP: Rs.199/- for 135ml

Ingredients:

Directions: 

Step 3

Pantene Total Damage Care  Range comes in a pretty yellow and white packaging..though all Pantene range have the same packaging, I feel they should change some color somewhere to differentiate the range.

But, I like the fact that they are to be stored upside down. No struggle and waiting for the shampoo or conditioner to dispense when its half over as its already collected towards the opening. The mask also has a easy flip cap packaging in a tub.

The shampoo is pearly white in color and has a shine. Its runny and foams very well. Conditioner is a thick, white cream, and smooth and moisturising enough.

Hair feels smoother and softer after the first use itself. I have tried using the mask as a conditioner and skipping the conditioner and all three together too. I thought all three together would weigh down my hair, but I was so wrong.

Did not weigh down my hair at all. The mask is the hero of this range. Its the bomb.com

Intensive Hair Mask

I so love the mask. My hair feels amazingly soft and smooth with this range, especially with the mask. Though I use the mask only once a week. The conditioner is good too, but nothing beats the mask 😀

The best part, this mask is also available in Rs.10 sachet form, which is THE thing to carry, when you are travelling.

Though, it did not help much with dandruff,Does not even claim to. But, hair is manageable and non frizzy as claimed. And super soft and smooth. And, I believe the Keratin Damage Blockers technology is actually protecting my hair from damage and repairing it too.

Yes, I did see visible results in 14 days. You should absolutely take the 14 days challenge if yet not convinced.

I highly recommend this range !

Have you tried the new Pantene Total Damage Care Range ??

P.S: PR Samples. Honest Review.

Instant White Smile with the New Closeup Diamond Attraction

Get a Dazzling White Smile Instantly with New Closeup Diamond Attraction

Instant White Smile with the New Closeup Diamond Attraction

I attended the new Closeup Diamond Attraction launch on 5th July at Bungalow 9, Bandra. I also met so many bloggers from Delhi, who were flown specially for the event. It was a fun night of chatting, eating, drinking and smiling ! Showing off our white pearlies 😀

We had a photobooth where we clicked fun shots, used props, then were made to play some games in one minute and had dinner, drinks and conversations.

I like the idea of instant whiteness. Just brush your teeth for a minute, and you can see visible difference in your teeth, being more whiter. We also tested it with a string of pearls and a stop watch.

There are whitening toothpastes in India, but this is the first in India giving instant results. It also gives progressive results with continued use, but instant result too.

If you are someone who has stained their teeth due to wine,tea,coffee,etc or in general do not have whiter teeth, you can definitely give this a try.

Here is the official press note..

Several minutes in front of the mirror to hide that blemish, settle that messed-up fringe, decide on the right earrings and yet something seems amiss! But add to this a dazzling, confident smile and all seems to be right with this world. Oral care brand Closeup understands this well and their brand new offering will make you want to smile again and again!

Over the years, Closeup has established itself as a brand that brings people together by giving them the confidence of fresh breath. With new Closeup Diamond Attraction, the brand now enters a territory that few other toothpaste brands have ventured into, that of instant beauty. Co-created with cosmetic dentists, Closeup Diamond Attraction is a revolutionary toothpaste that makes use of patented blue light technology which works instantly to make teeth whiter, and over time it continues to work to give you a whiter, brighter and more radiant smile. Closeup Diamond Attraction is all you need to get an instantly white smile, anywhere and anytime.

Commenting on the launch Atul Sinha, Category Head, Oral Care HUL said, “We believe Closeup Diamond Attraction will be a game changer in the category as it transcends from oral care into the beauty space, and leverages on the growing trend of involvement in the beauty segment. Co-created with cosmetic dentists, new Closeup Diamond Attraction is proven to give visibly white teeth from the first brush itself. It is a must-have for new age beauty kits.”

In the era of instant gratification, instant messaging, superfast uploads and on-the-go beauty products, now get the perfect smile instantly with Closeup Diamond Attraction. Whether you need to make a lasting impression at a party, at work or anywhere for that matter, Closeup Diamond Attraction adds to your beauty quotient. It gives you a dazzling smile which compliments your entire look whatever your style may be. So now don’t just smile…dazzle away!

Have you tried the new Closeup Diamond Attraction yet ? Planning to ? Do let me know how you find it..