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Khadi Mauri Face Wash Review

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Khadi Mauri Face Wash Review


I had got this one with my Khadi haul…I think this is the first face wash I have seen that comes in a bottle..:p

What the Company claims: 100% soap free cleansing preparation fortified with natural cleansing extracts which deep cleanse skin removing all the dirt, germs & infection from inside the pores of skin and keeps the skin soft, clean , tender, well moisturized and free from pimples.

From site
Khadi Face Wash is extremely mild and gentle; yet it is a super-effective cleanser. It helps to retain natural glow on your face.
Benefits
Gentle use removes all pollution, grime, oil as well as make-up from your face.
Does not dry the skin or rub away its natural moisturizer
Helps to improve the colour and texture of the skin
Gives a soothing effect on the skin.
Does not contains any chemicals or rough extracts, thus promoting skin health
Does not damage skin or cause wrinkles. Excellent choice for everyone.
Ingredients: Each 100g contains-
Saunf 2.0g, Chamomile flower 2.0g, Methi 2.0g, Brahmi 4.0g, Apricot oil 1.0g, Tulsi leaf 4.0g, SLES 3.0g, Purified water qs, Preservatives 0.375g

Usage : Apply on wet face and massage to produce lather. Rinse off with fresh or luke warm water. Use daily twice for best results.

MRP: Rs 135/- for 210 ml

Its a runny transparent orange liquid with a funny medicated smell.

Pros:
1. Very gentle on skin…just like my HG Himalaya Neem face wash.
2. Cleans out the skin well and gives a fresh feeling.
3. As its a Khadi product..has all natural ingredients.
4. Very little qty is required.
5. Economical….at this price…its gonna stay longgg.
6. Does not dry the skin at all…so ppl with dry skin would also like it.

Cons:
1. The smell. Its kinda orangey and medicated…weird.
2. Packaging..in a bottle…not very convenient..and cannot even be carried while travelling.
3. Availabilty…as for all Khadi products.
4. Different manufacturers make different products..and thats the reason same Khadi product can also vary in quality. This Mauri face wash is by Maruti Mahila Sansthan whereas most of the other Khadi products are from Manav Seva Samiti.
5. This does not foam too much if you are one of them who like foamy face washes..I am ok with that.

Overall rating- 3.5/5

Would I buy this again: Yes..I would like to… but so many things to try out :p..There are also other Face and Body washes like Sandalwood and Honey..

Have you tried Khadi face washes ? Do you like them ?

Khadi Fresh Jasmine Bathing Bar Review

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Khadi has Soaps (called Herbal Glycerin Body Wash) in many different variants..I have the one in Fresh Jasmine..Its a white colored soap with a very light jasmine smell. The other ones are :

  • Strawberry
  • Haldi Chandan
  • Khus
  • Aloevera
  • Mixed Fruit
  • Chandan
  • Rose Sandal
  • Mogra
  • Neem-Tulsi
  • Neem
  • Lavender
  • Natural Mint
  • Pineapple
  • Orange
  • Natural Saffron
  • Fresh Lemon
  • Kewda 


From site…

Indication : An ayurvedic body wash cleanses the skin and body dirt. It removes dead cells from the skin and giving smoothness and soft feeling.

Method of use : Apply body wash on wet on face. rub to produce lather, then wash off.

Ingredients : Jasmine, Ghartkumari, Haldi, Lodhra, Padmakh, Madhu, Glycerin, Purified water, Base.

Nett Wt. 15g, 75g, 125g.

MRP- Rs 45/- for the 125g bar

Pros:
1. It has a very light smell…nothing too over powering.
2. Has all natural and herbal ingredients.
3. Cleans well as claimed.
4. Does not leave the skin dry.
5. Price is economical.

Cons:
1. Does not lather well..may be coz its soap free type..
2. Availability..even at the main Khadi store there were just 4-5 of these and not all.

I would say its a decent enough natural soap..which can be used everyday. Check out more Khadi products here

Overall rating: 4/5

Would I buy it again:  Yes,,may be..actually I love my body washes more…but when in a hurry I prefer these soaps..and they are nice..I would like to try Strawberry and Neem Tulsi..

Have you used these ? Do you like them ?

Dandruff – Types, Symptoms, Causes and Cures

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Dandruff – Types, Symptoms, Causes and Cures

Dandruff is the condition where dead skin cells flake from the scalp. And this problem goes severe in winters coz of the dryness. It is said around 50% of the people have suffered from dandruff at some point in their lives.It is normal for dead skin cells to shed from the scalp but it causes dandruff when it starts shedding in thick layers.It may also be due to imbalance of our body function where our metabolism goes haywire.And that is also the reason why most people suffer from dandruff in their puberty or early 20s. It can be chronic i.e long term or due to some short term changes. It is more common in men and people with oily skin. And it may also cause acne on the face and neck especially the greasy dandruff.

There are two types of dandruff i.e dry and greasy.

1. Dry dandruff also known as Pityriasis-capitis is the condition of normal dry flakes shedding from the scalp. This occurs more in cold weather. It can be due to health, diet, stress, environment,etc

2. Greasy dandruff also known as Seborrhea Dermatitis is the condition where scalp is very greasy and the dandruff is thick,oily or scaly. This condition, if severe also needs medical attention and a dermatalogist should be consulted. In this condition scalp itches leading to redness of the scalp which may even cause scalp infection.

Symptoms :

  • Dry silvery white flakes           
  • Itching
  • Redness of the scalp
  • Inflammation
  • Hair Loss

Causes :

  • Improper Diet
  • Stress
  • Hard shampoos
  • Infrequent washing
  • Horomonal change
  • Excessive cold weather

Some natural remedies for curing :

  • The best and the most effective method for curing dandruff would be fenugreek (methi) seeds. Soak a handful of methi seeds in water overnight and grind them the next morning. Mix it with curd to get a liquid consistency and apply it on the scalp.Leave on for 30-45 mins and wash off normally. (I do this sometimes and guys THIS WORKS)
  • Hot Oil Therapy i .e massage the scalp with warm oil and fold it in a damp towel and leave on for 5-10 mins for the moisture to sink in. You can add 2 drops pf rosemary oil too.
  • Massage your scalp while oiling n shampooing with your fingers. This would increase the blood circulation on your scalp. You can also use an electronic massager like the one Parachute has. 
  • Applying a mix of lemon juice and vinegar (in 1:2 ratio) on oiled hair before a wash.
  • Avoid harsh shampoos.
  • One can use 2-3 drops of tea tree oil for the greasy dandruff.
  • Massaging scalp with baking soda before a wash.
  • Shampoos with salicylic acid also helps greasy dandruff. But do not use any anti dandruff shampoos more than once a week.
  • Apply a mixture of egg yolk and curd and leave on for 30 mins and rinse off.
  • Vitamin D i.e a bit of sun exposure also helps. 

 Phew..I felt like I was in the exam hall again :p
 Hope that helped.

Any other remedies you would like to suggest ?