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Four Yummy Homemade Body Scrubs

Four Yummy Homemade Body Scrubs
Many ingredients from your kitchen can be used to make yummy-smelling face, body, and foot scrubs at home. Start with a skin-friendly exfoliant, such as oatmeal, cornmeal, sugar, or salt. Then choose a moisturizing, binding ingredient. I recommend honey and avocado, which are non irritating emollients, for the face. Olive or coconut oil will work well on the body and feet, especially on dry, scaly, or flaky skin.

However, if you tend to get breakouts on your chest or back, skip the oils and stick with honey or yogurt.

You can add other ingredients as well, such as fresh citrus juice (which acts as an astringent) or cucumber (which soothes skin). For a more aromatic scrub, add some fresh herbs or a few drops of skin-friendly essential oils. I love dessert, so I like cinnamon or vanilla in my scrubs — if you’re a chocoholic, try adding cocoa!

Below are a few recipes to get you started on your own scrubs:

Simple Cinnamon-Vanilla-Oatmeal Facial Scrub
1/4 cup oatmeal
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons honey
1 tablespoon plain yogurt

Cornmeal-Citrus Facial Scrub
1/4 cup cornmeal
1 teaspoon fresh-squeezed citrus juice (lemon, lime, orange, or grapefruit)
2 teaspoons honey
1 drop ylang-ylang essential oil (optional)
1 drop ginger essential oil (optional)

Avocado-Strawberry-Sugar Body Scrub
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup mashed avocado
1/4 cup mashed strawberry
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon honey
1 cup minced fresh basil
1 drop rose essential oil (optional)

Rosemary, Mint & Salt Foot Scrub
1 cup coarse sea salt
5 tablespoons olive oil
3 sprigs fresh rosemary (remove leaves from stalk)
1 cup minced fresh mint
3 drops peppermint essential oil (optional)

Mix ingredients together and gently scrub your face, body, or feet. Rinse with lukewarm water and pat dry.

Don’t they all sound so good enough to eat ! Yumm…the warm vanilla cinnamon..

Additionally you can scoop out a papaya or mango (or avocado) and save the fruit to eat later. Rub the inside surface of the skin all over your face and arms. The antioxidants and fruit enzymes will help soften your skin.

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Whats your favorite homemade scrub ??

Lotus Herbals Pomegranate and Plum Skin Polisher Review

Lotus Herbals introduced 3 new skin polishers in their range..I wrote about the Pomegranate and Plum one here
Its the energising one and meant for all skin types. Others are Kiwi and Grapes Revitalising Skin Polisher which is meant for sensitive skin and Orange Peel and Alpine Salt Whitening skin polisher meant for oily to combination skin.

Why is it different than a scrub?
Over-scrubbing with ordinary face scrubs can often lead to rashes and redness. Lotus Herbals Skin Polishers on the other hand do not have any such abrasive effect on skin. Lotus Herbals Skin Polishers unlike ordinary face scrubs have ultra fine granules that tenderly clear dead skin cells while nourishing skin to give it flawless radiance.

Do you see the half filled tub

So basically its different coz it has fine granules and its not so harsh.

MRP: Rs 155/- for 50g and Rs.245/- for 100g

It looks thick and gooey like a jam with small white,black and pink granules in it. It smells decent enough..though some may find it a little strong.

Pros:

1. It works well on the face and is gentle enough to even use it daily.
2. Can be used on hands and feet too.
3. Has a nice pomegranate and plum color,smell and feel.
4. Skin does not feel dry after using this unlike a few scrubs.
5. Skin does feel soft,smooth and it gives a refreshing feeling with all that fruity touch to it.

Cons;

1. Those who prefer more of exfoliation would not like this as its mild.
2.  The quantity in 50g tub is less as its just half filled and also by shelling 90 bucks extra you get double the qty..so this should have been priced around 120-125.
3. One polisher comes in tube form…then why rest two in tubs..tubes are more hygienic and better to use.
4. I cannot comment on the anti wrinkle claim and I am not sure of a scrub helping in controlling wrinkles !

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.25/5

Would I buy it again: May be..

P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion.

Aroma Magic Mineral Glow Scrub Review

Aroma Magic Mineral Glow Scrub Review


I am just lovinggg this..Its more of a face pack kind than a scrub. And its my HG too.
Its a pista colored creamy textured scrub and has very fine salt granules in it..so feels grainy..It claims to be a micro derm beauty scrub.

What the Company claims: This face and body scrub takes away layers of dulling cells and black heads.Cleans pores and makes skin look fresh and glowing. The skin appears lighter, smoother and looks healthier.Also removes fine lines and wrinkles.It increases blood circulation.Helps to regenerate new cells.

Directions for use : Apply onto face and body After 10 minutes, massage and wipe off . Rinse off.

Active Ingredients: Corn, Almond, Beta Hydroxy Acids, Citrus extracts, trace elements of Zinc, Calcium & pure essential oils of Tea Tree, Rosemary, Thyme & Lavender.

MRP : Rs. 80 for 60 gm tube

How I use it : I apply this all over my damp face.Keep it on for 10 mins and then while washing it off..scrub gently. Thus its a face pack cum scrub. It removes dead skin cells and helps in combating ingrowth if used on hands and legs.

Pros:

1. A very gentle soothing scrub.
2. Skin feels super soft and glowing after using it.
3. Helps in removing white heads.
4. Also helps in ingrowth on hands and legs by removing dead skin cells.
5. Contains essential oils and BHA’s too.
6. Does not dry out the skin.

Cons:

1. The tube..it does not close completely..hence not travel friendly.
2. Only active ingredients are mentioned.
3. Does not help in blackheads as it claims…and I am not sure about wrinkles or fine lines..
4. Would be expensive if used on hands and legs as it will finish off soon.
5. The smell….some people might not like it…though I don’t have a sensitive nose and I am ok with it.

Overall I quite love it..my go to face pack cum scrub..my HG ! Totally recommended.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 4.25/5

Would I buy it again- Yes…for sure…I love it..

Have you tried it ? Do you like it ?

Oriflame Discover Phuket Exotic Paradise Body Scrub Review

Oriflame Discover Phuket Exotic Paradise Body Scrub Review

I had bought this too with my other Oriflame purchases. Its a body scrub from their Discover Phuket range. Its gel like in texture with very small green beads i.e the jojoba esters in it for exfoliation.

What the Company claims: Get soft skin and enjoy the sparling zesty scent.

Directions for use : Apply on wet skin in circular movements and rinse.

MRP- Rs 349/- for 200 ml (I got it for Rs.198/-)

Ingredients: AQUA, SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE, GLYCERIN, POLYETHYLENE, COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE,ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, PARFUM, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, METHYLPARABEN,JOJOBA ESTERS, BENZOPHENONE-4, 2-BROMO-2-NITROPROPANE-1,3-DIOL, CI 77288, CI 19140, CI 42090

Pros:
1. I love the smell !! Its very exotic kind truly.
2. It exfoliates well. I felt the difference.
3. A little bit is needed and it foams a lot.
4. I liked the tube packaging.Handy..
5. Its perfect as a body scrub.

Cons:
1. Has SLS…please don’t use it on your face. Its not mentioned but I won’t recommend that as SLS washes away the moisture from your upper layer of skin…which is very thin on the face.
2. Price…if not on offer..349 is a bit steep for this.
3. May be a bit drying for dry skinned people.

Rating:

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

Overall rating-3.5/5

Would I buy it again- Yes may be when on an offer. I want to try the Sea Algae Scrub…I have heard thats even nicer..

Have you tried Oriflame scrubs ?

The Body Shop Bath Gloves Review and a Dupe

The Body Shop Bath Gloves Review and a Dupe
I think the Body Shop Bath Gloves are the best thing ever made…they are simply awesome. And I know all my fellow bloggers wouldnt agree more..I am in love with them..And  they are my HG for body exfoliation.

As I had said earlier about the benefits of exfoliation that it helps remoce the dead skin cells from the skin’s topmost layer i.e the epidermis so that the new cells formed can form up the topmost layer.What the Company claims : Best if you want to remove dead skin cells and increase the lather of your body wash with exfoliating mitts.

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How it works:
Textured mitts are elasticized to stretch to fit any size hands.
Available in a variety of colors. (White, Yellow,Orange,Green,Pink,Off White,Lavender,etc)
Particularly for use on dry skin that needs intense exfoliation on a regular basis
Elasticated and woven nylon material – provides intense exfoliation.
An elasticated wrist band on each glove – stops the gloves from slipping off the hands during use.
A loop on each glove – enables you to hang them in your bathroom for ease.

Recommended use: Use the gloves two to three times a week for maximum effect. Pour a small amount of body wash onto gloves and rub in circular motion over body. Rinse after use and hang to dry. Regular exfoliation and massage can help to tone and firm skin. For extra exfoliation, use with one of The Body Shop® scrubs.

Instructions :  Pour a small amount of body wash onto the gloves and rub over the body in circular movements. (You need to wet the gloves before pouring body wash on it.)

Price : Rs 245/- for a pair. (Increased to Rs.395 now)

Pros:

1. It is the best for exfoliation and no loofah can beat this.
2. Lathers all body washes well.
3. Easy to use.
4. Fits all sizes of hands coz of its elasticity
5. Shrinks back to its own size after drying.
6. Long lasting. I am using it from 6 months and they still have the same effect.I think you can change them after a year for hygiene purposes.
7. I have them in PINK..!!
8. I also use them lightly on my nose for exfoliation and it works fine but be gentle.
9. Leaves my skin super duper soft and smooth even with using it twice a week.
10.Lightened my dark elbows a bit.(I am habituated to keep elbows on the table from the start 🙁 )
11.Reduces bathing time to half as this hardly takes only 10 mins.

Cons:

1. They are a bit rough and abrasive at the start for 3-4 washes but then the texture is perfect and fine enough for exfoliation.

Overall rating- 5/5

Would I buy this again : Yes..forever..they are full value for money..!!

P.S : There is a similar product in the market called Fenny Bath Gloves and those are for Rs 110/-. I dunno about the quality but they look exactly similar. Check them at Suma’s blog here

Have you used these ? Do you like them or should I say love them ?? 

Update: These need to be changed after 7-8 months as they loose their elasticity later.

Biotique Papaya Scrub Review

Biotique Papaya Scrub Review

Biotique Papaya Scrub says it is a soothing and revitalizing scrub suitable for all skin types. The older pack of it read 7 days facial scrub but they have changed the packaging now I guess..

What the Company claims : The enzymes contained in the Papaya Fruit remove dead epithelial cells and deep cleanse the skin. The rubbing of Papaya Fruit helps Speed up natural skin  leaving it fresher and younger looking.

Directions for use : Massage on wet face and neck with fingertips. Avoid eye area. Remove with water or damp washcloth. Use daily or as needed.

MRP- Rs 199 for 85 gm or 2.4 oz. (I got it for Rs.180)

Ingredients : Papita 5%, Kela 3%, Khajoor 2%, Neem 5%, Methi 1%, Yasad bhasm Zincum 5%, Ban Haldi 1%, Aam beej 1%, Bees Wax 3.5 %, Gum Acacai 1.5 %, Moongphali 2.5 %, Himalayan Water Q.S

It has all the natural things which are excellent for the skin like papaya, khajoor, neem, bees wax, gum acacia, peanuts, methi, etc. It is a cream colored thick scrub with fruit seeds for exfoliation. I would suggest not using it daily though they mention so in the directions coz daily exfoliation of your very delicate facial skin is not good. You can use it once a week or once in two weeks as you like.

But exfoliation or scrubbing is very important as it removes the dead skin cells from your skin making way for the new ones.

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Pros :

1. It is natural and I would anyday prefer this over the chemical laden scrubs.
2. It leaves skin nice,smooth and soft.
3. Removes dry flakes from the skin.
4. It can be used as a body scrub as well..especially on elbows,knees and places where you have ingrowth.
5. Its expiry is 3 years from the date of manufacture.So it can be used for a long time even if you don’t use it regularly. I love this thing in all Biotique products.
6. I like the nice fruity smell.
7. Its very very creamy and I even keep it for a few minutes on the skin like a pack..so it would work both ways..as it has all the good stuff.

Cons:

1. As all Biotique products it comes in a tub making it difficult to use when its close to getting finished. Its unhygienic to use fingers.You can use a plastic spoon or something to remove the scrub.
2. The price is a bit high if you use it as a body scrub as it will finish up sooner.Its decent enough if used only as a face scrub as little goes a long way.
3. It stings a bit while scrubbing but nothing abnormal. I would suggest people with sensitive skin to do a patch test first before using it on face.

So overall I would suggest it to everyone as its damn good and my HG scrub.
Though I have’nt tried the much famous St. Ives Apricot and also Nivea Visage and others but those mostly have SLS which I think is harmful for th skin.

I have tried Nomarks Apricot scrub which I will review later.But I love this natural baby more…;)

Rating:

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

Overall Rating – 4.25/5

Would I buy this again -Yes yes I would surely.

Have you tried this scrub ??Which is your HG scrub ? 

Oriflame Haul

Oriflame Haul

Hi guys,

I had ordered a few products from Oriflame and I received them today….

 

I got the body talcs, eye lash curler, Giordani Loose Powder Kabuki Brush, two shampoos, one visions lipstick in mauve magic (to try out), Soothing Foot Cream, Honey and Milk Soap (again to try), Alladin and Yasmin eye pencil, Two Visions nail paints in silver pink and romance, one head band and one white tip nail pencil….

I would review and post swatches of the mauve magic lipstick and alladin and yasmin eye pencil…dark brown and light brown-bit like copper…

So what all did you like ??

My Haul

Hello..I was so bored of studies and needed a break…so went to Fab India and Health and Glow today..
Did lots of shopping…got 2 kurtis from Fab India..and tea tree face wash and clove acne gel…
And other stuff from Maybelline, Aroma Magic, Lotus and Ponds…

See here…

Got Herbal Essences Hello Hydration Shampoo and Conditioner..
       Fab India tea tree face wash and clove gel
       Lotus kajal and lip balm in cherry
       Aroma Magic Mineral Glow Scrub
       Ponds white beauty face wash
       Maybelline dream matte mousse in peach satin
       Maybelline color sensational Lipstick My Mahagony
       Maybelline moisture extreme in Chestnut and Silver sand
     
There was an offer going on Maybelline lipsticks..buy 2 get 1 free….the SA there said she would charge for 3 and give 2 free which was anyways cost effective…so she gave me 2 Maybelline water shine lipsticks free…I got ice tea and fancy gold..

I wanted the chai latte quad and eye studio gel liner..but she said it was out of stock and would come by next week…

And this is how my mahagony looked on me..sorry for d bad lighting…:(

That was the haul..