With all the focus on natural skin care now-a- days, natural skin care brands are cropping up everywhere. Everything from natural powdered face washes to body scrubs is being presented in fancy little jars. Our grandmas are not the only ones promoting these now!
Although these brands do feature promising deals, they do come with a hefty price tag. What if you could make the same concoctions in the comfort of your home without the ugly hole in your precious pair of denims? I am here sharing 4 do-it- yourself miracle powders which you can add to your multani mittis (fullers earth) and besan (bengal gram) and be assured of the purity of it.
I say it’ll do half the good to your skin just because of the psychology (in that being it is 100% pure without any preservatives and additives)
So here we go.
DIY Neem Powder
Grab a handful of neem leaves from a tree near you (they are easy to find, practically planted all over India). Or, if you’d rather not , than you can buy neem leaves easily. Wash them thoroughly with water and pat dry with a kitchen towel. Lay them out in a single file out in the sun for 1-2 days. They will crisp up (meaning all moisture will be soaked out). Now all you need to do is powder them in a food blender and store in an airtight jar.
This one wont get spoiled for years and years (provided you had been patient enough to let the sun do its magic)
Recipe for neem powder face mask:
You will need- 1 tsp besan (powdered bengal gram), 1 tsp neem powder, 1 tsp multani mitti (fuller’s earth) , a pinch of turmeric , 1 tbsp milk, a few drops of rose water
Mix all ingredients thoroughly for a glowing face mask
2. DIY Orange Peel Powder
Eat 3 oranges to get your dose of Vitamin C. Save the peel 😀 Lay them out in the sun to crisp up and shrink ( for all the moisture to be soaked out). Powder them in a food blender and store in an airtight jar.
This too will not get spoiled for years and years. (provided you had been patient enough to let the sun do its magic)
Recipe for orange peel face mask:
You will need- 1 tsp orange peel powder, 1 tsp neem powder, 1 tsp besan/ multani mitti, 1 tbsp milk, a few drops of rose water
Mix all ingredients together for a weekend face mask.
3. DIY Cinnamon Powder
You will need : 4-5 cinnamon sticks, 1 pan
Warm up the pan on a medium flame. Toss in the cinnamon stick and roast them for one to two minutes. Remove pan from heat and let the cinnamon sticks cool down completely. Once cooled completely, powder them in a food blender. Store in an airtight container.
Recipe for cinnamon powder spot treatment
You will need- 1 small pinch cinnamon powder and 1-2 drops honey.
Simply mix the honey and the cinnamon and apply overnight on any upcoming pimples.
4. DIY Oats Powder
You will need a cup of quick cooking oats (I use Quakers quick cooking oats). Roughly blend the oats in a food processor and store in an airtight container.
Recipe for a skin softening and nourishing body soak/ foot soak :
Add a cup of oats to your warm your bath for a body soak. Add a couple of drops of an essential oil. For a foot soak, add 3 tablespoons to warm water and soak feet for 15 minutes. Powdered oats can also be used to replace your face wash. Simply use a tablespoon of powdered oats and work them in a circular motion on your face. Helps to keep skin clear of acne.
Hope you guys find some useful tips and use these homemade powders to create your own luxurious concoctions.
The packaging of all three products is really good. It’s sturdy and well built, palettes come with a mirror and the white gold theme looks nice.
Total Makeover FF Cream
5 in 1 Primer-Concealer-Foundation-Compact with SPF 30 & Skin Tone Corrector Palette
Claims: A 24-hour wear, oil-free foundation and concealer in one that achieves a flawless look that lasts all day.
Our Medium shade palette is suitable for women with a medium-fair/warm-beige to medium-golden/honey complexion. For Warm Skin Tones : skin skews yellow, peachy or golden.
Our dual color correctors make it easy to personalize your correction solution.
Yellow Color Corrector
Neutralize mild redness, rosacea, and blemishes for light and medium skin tones.
Visibly even your skin tone by neutralizing the appearance of discoloration.
Can be added to the foundation cream to match a lighter skin tone base.
Orange Color Corrector
Neutralize (or cancel) dark spots and under-eye circles for medium to deeper skin tones; also neutralizes veins.
Can be added to the foundation cream to match a slighter darker skin tone.
Foundation & Primer
High coverage concealer and easy to apply.
Enhanced Highlighting & Smoothing Effects.
Light Satin Finish with Creamy Texture.
Minimizes pores.
Suitable for all skin types.
Color Correctors: Yellow + Orange
Doesn’t crack, crease or cake.
Sebum Control – absorbs excess oil.
Two universally flattering shades to meet any correction need.
Covers redness, discoloration + imperfections.
Enhanced Properties
Biological Antioxidant Pockets which keep recharging the skin with powerful antioxidants.
Color Correctors enriched with Tropical Oils.
Special Polymers which provide soft focus properties and high oil absorption for sebum control.
Cruelty free, not tested on animals.
Free of nano-ingredients, oil, mineral oil, preservatives and fragrance.
An all-in-one foundation with a long-lasting formula that fuses primer and foundation in one easy step! An amazing combination product for a flawless base that provides sheer to full buildable coverage. It includes a primer that prolongs wear for impeccable results. Also in the palette are two color correctors, yellow and orange, to smooth away small imperfections, uneven skin tone, discolorations and dark circles. Our precisely calibrated advanced European formula allows the product to melt into your skin while highlighting and correcting the complexion all at the same time.
MRP: Rs.1450/- (6.5g+2g+2g)
Shades Available: 3
How to use:
After cleansing and moisturizing your face and neck, use the color correctors to conceal blemishes, pigmentation and redness. Simply dab the correctors in with your fingertips, or use MyGlamm’s Concealer Brush for Total Makeover FF Cream.
Use it sparingly (especially under the eyes, around the mouth, the forehead areas) Go over any areas where you apply the Orange corrector with the Yellow corrector. Use a blending sponge in a patting/stipling motion and blend well.
Use the Yellow corrector to add highlight and contour your complexion. Avoid excess application around eyes or contours of the face. Too much formula accentuates lines and imperfections.
Grab a flat foundation brush, like MyGlamm’s Total Makeover Foundation brush, and apply the FF cream in dabbing motions onto face and neck, starting at the center of the face and blend it out well. Focus on one area at a time. Start where more coverage is needed (typically in the center of the face) and work out toward the edge of the face.
Using a damp makeup blending sponge, similar to MyGlamm’s Beauty Blender, blend the foundation and spread it out evenly onto your face. Blend in a rolling motion and gently press it onto the skin for a weightless and light finish.
Apply a loose translucent powder, try MyGlamm’s Glow to Glamour Fixing Powder, to set your makeup. Focus on areas that tend to get oily, use it on the T-zone, under the eyes and on the chin.
Tap the fixing powder onto your brush and pat the powder onto the skin. Wait a few seconds then lightly brush your face to remove any excess build up.
I have the Medium one which looks slightly darker when first applied but settles to match the skin, pretty much. They definitely need to launch more shades, at least 6! 3 is just not enough to cover all skin tones.
The correctors can be mixed to get a peachy undertone, they do cover up a bit but are not as good in coverage as a concealer should be. You can use them as correctors but the cream is also not high in coverage, so you will need a separate concealer.
Both the correctors and the base cream are quite thick and don’t glide on or blend easily. It takes quite some time to blend it in. Also it goes streaky with a brush, and you need a damp beauty blender to smooth out the streakiness. But if you try to apply it with a blender, I think most of the product will stick to the blender and won’t transfer on the skin. Since this has cream to powder finish and is quite thick, the application is really tricky. I applied it with a brush and then blended it in with a beauty blender, which I feel would be the ideal way to use it. (they mention the same in how to use)
It settles into my pores and doesn’t give a smooth, seamless finish. It did not fill in my pores and they were pretty visible, in fact I feel it accentuated them, which is unlike a liquid foundation. I did not powder my face since it claims to have powder properties too, and it creased in few minutes while I was still doing my makeup! (It claims to be 5 in 1 with built in compact, but do mention to use powder in how to use :/)
It feels slightly tacky and it creases, so it definitely needs a powder on top. Also it not very long lasting and creases on lines. This does photograph well though, I won’t reach for it often because for me it does not replace my regular liquid foundation + concealer. The correctors can be used though, with other foundations as well.
It’s good when you want to wear makeup for a few hours or when you are travelling, and don’t want to carry liquids or something bulky. But you will need to carry a separate brush and blender. I wish it had a small brush included too, with the mirror.
It’s not a practical product for me, if I have to carry this and separate brush and blender and powder. Also it does not fill in pores or conceal well, so separate primer and concealer too. Then how is it multi purpose or helping me in any way?
Not impressed with the Total Makeover FF Cream.
Chisel It Palette in Showstopper
3 in 1 Highlighter + Blush + Bronzer
Claims:Highlighter – Champagne is a golden highlighter Blush – Bohemian is a peach blush Bronzer – Chestnut is a light brown bronzer
A buildable trio that includes a bronzer, blush and highlighter that imparts colour for a naturally flushed look. In varying levels of intensity, taking you from day to night – from an everyday, wearable blush to a dramatic sculpted look or a more intense evening glow.
Benefits
Buildable coverage
Luminous and silky
Lightweight formula blends effortlessly for an even finish
Suits any skin type. Flattering on all skin tones.
Enhanced Properties
Advanced Optical Technology that helps blur imperfections and provide a natural, flattering and radiant glow.
Cruelty free and free of nano-ingredients, parabens, silicon, mineral oil, preservatives andfragrance.
MRP: Rs.1250/-
Shades Available: 2 (Showstopper and Game Face)
I love the bronzer in this palette, it is slightly cool toned and works well as a contour too. It immediately warms up and chisels the face. I also used this same palette for my eyes and it defined my crease really well.
Blush is a pretty peachy pink and gives a nice flush to the cheeks. Highlight I don’t feel is champagne, it’s more white than champagne and this particular one will not work for deeper skin tones and will show as a streak. They claim it be a golden highlighter, but it is white gold and champagne needs more yellow. It’s very subtle and not ultra shimmery as claimed. It’s good for day time use when you want a subtle highlight but isn’t blinding.
Overall it’s a nice palette though, the powders are smooth and pretty pigmented. However, I do feel Sugar and Faces ones are better because they are more affordable too.
Perfect Curves
Claims: An expertly curated collection of hydrating creamy matte lipsticks, these playful pencils give you lipstick and liner in a finish that lasts. Our ultra-smooth cream lipstick delivers intensely saturated color with just one swipe. Designed to define, enhance and shape your lips, Perfect Curves lipsticks are enriched with natural oils to nourish and condition your pout on the go!
Benefits
Matte Finish
Full coverage & Long wearing
Moisturizing & Lightweight
Available in 8 shades
Slim bullet design allows for easy and precise application on the go
Suitable as base coat for lipstick
Available in 8 flattering shades curated for Indian skin tones
Enhanced Properties
Enriched with tropical plant and Argan oil for conditioning, moisturising and nourishing benefits
Free from parabens and preservatives, D5, Mineral Oils, Nano Ingredients
Cruelty free, no animal testing
Note: As this is a Matte Lipstick, if you have dry lips, we recommend you put a lip balm before applying the Matte Lipstick for best results.
MRP: Rs.795/-
Shades Available: 8
This is my favourite product of the three. I love matte lipsticks, this one is super matte but is not cream based like Sugar/Faces/Nykaa lip crayons. It is more of powder matte, hence it does not transfer much and stays put much longer. Even survives meals, unless they are very oily. I love the finish of this, plus it is very moisturizing and comfortable.
Debutante is a nice pinky red shade, a mix of pink and red. I always get asked what lipstick I am wearing, when I have this shade on. Absolutely love and recommend the Perfect Curves, they should launch more shades in this.
You can get Rs.150/- off on your first MyGlamm purchase and also 15% GLAMMpoints. They also have additional offers, as free lipstick above Rs.2000/- etc. So do check out the offers on the website.
I would love to try more products like Glow to Glamour, Stay Defined and eyeshadow palettes. I definitely recommend the Chisel it and Perfect Curves, especially on current offers.
Have you tried MyGlamm products? What do you think?
Swatches – Sugar Smudge Me Not Liquid Lipsticks New Shades 21 to 30
Hi guys,
Sugar Cosmetics added 10 new shades to their Smudge Me not Liquid Lipsticks, they had 1 to 20 before and have added 21 to 30.
Claims: If you’ve ever lusted for a “one-coat wonder” product for your lips, your search ends here. Get a full-blooded burst of pigment with just a single swipe of the SUGAR Smudge Me Not Liquid Lipstick that will stay the day and right up till the night! Wine, coffee & date-proof – this is a matte lipstick that is guaranteed to last longer than your longest day. Available in 30 stunning shades that will make it difficult to choose – the question is, are you ready to commit to a lipstick that is built to last?
How to Apply: For precise application, apply it to your bottom lip first and then tend to your upper lip. Since the formula is very pigmented, we suggest applying the colour to the bottom lip first, pressing your lips together and then filling in your Cupid’s bow.
Benefits: The SUGAR Smudge Me Not Liquid Lipstick gives you opaque pigmentation with a single swipe that stays all day with zero feathering or fading. Our favourite mattifying fix contains a generous helping of Vitamin E and comes in a full range of 30 gorgeous shades that is guaranteed to make your OOTDs stand out.
I would cut short the review in a gist. Super pigmented, full opaque coverage, nice price point, lovely shades, super matte, long staying. Cons would be super drying, emphasizes chapped lips and fades from the center.
Shades Added:
· 21 Aubergine Queen – Blackened Burgundy
· 22 Mia Sangria – Purple Pink with Red Undertone
· 23 MerryBerry – Medium Dark Plum
· 24 Vivid Orchid – Medium Bright Orchid
· 25 Very Mulberry – Deep Berry with Red Tones
· 26 Rose Repose – Peach Pink Rose
· 27 Brown Crown – Blackened Plum Brown
· 28 Trusty Rusty – Rust Red
· 29 Scarlet Starlet – Red with orange tone
· 30 Peony Genie – Medium Pink
Here are the swatches..
L-R: 21 to 25L-R: 26 to 30
The formula is the same, very watery and runny but full of pigment. Except shade 27 Brown Crown, it is creamy/metallic with shimmer.
I find 23 and 24 a little patchy, rest all shades are amazing with beautiful pigmentation and go opaque in a single coat.
My favourites are 21, 25, 26, 27, 28 and 30. Let me know your favourites in the comments below 🙂
Maybelline India New Launches Review | City Mini Palettes, Inti-Matte Nude Lipsticks
Hi guys,
Maybelline has finally launched the City Mini Palettes and Inti-Matte Nude Lipsticks in India.
There are 4 palettes and 10 lipsticks, palettes are priced at Rs.750/- and lipsticks Rs.500/- (Buy HERE)
Inti-matte Nude Lipsticks
Claims: Warm up to the perfect matte nude lip with Maybelline New York Inti-Matte Nude Lipstick. This range comprises of warmer, more sensational nudes for every skin tone. Inti-Matte Nude lipstick features warm, golden pigments that enrich your natural lip color. Pucker up to radiant, confident color that highlights one’s natural beauty with this amazing offering!
Features :
Creamiest matte nude lipsticks.
Features warm, golden pigments to enhance natural lips.
Enriched with sweet Honey nectar.
Available in beautiful warm shades for all skin tones.
Shades: 10
Chilli Nude
Just a Teaser
Pretty Please
Smitten
Toasted Brown
Walnut
Raw Cocoa
Almond Pink
Honey Cherry
Rosewood Red
These inti-matte nude lipsticks are launched in their Powder Matte category. The packaging is same as other Colorsensational lipsticks, just this has transparent brown cap.
The finish is velvet matte, these glide on easily and are quite pigmented and super comfortable on the lips. They are not transfer proof though.
I love both the lipsticks Almond Rose and Raw Cocoa, also recommend Toasted Brown. I love the finish and feel of Maybelline powder matte lipsticks, and the shades in this Inti-Matte Nudes collection are to die for!
City Mini Palettes
Claims: Master your own NYC moment with a collection of perfectly curated eyeshadow shades. The City Mini Palette features six dramatic shades that are perfect for creating custom eye makeup looks. From Graffiti Pop and Concrete Runway to Rooftop Bronzes and Chill Brunch Neutrals, make a lasting impression with Maybelline’s six-shade mini eyeshadow palette.
Features :
Perfectly curated 6 color eye shadow palette.
Pure color pigments melt onto the eyelid for dramatic impact in a single sweep.
Super-saturated color pigments that deliver long-lasting finish.
Create your own amped-up look in an instant.
I picked the Rooftop Bronzes palette, it definitely needed 1-2 matte shades, all the shades are satin/shimmer finish. The pigmentation is amazing though, and they glide on like butter. It’s a tiny and handy palette but matte shades would have completed the palette well. Still nonetheless it’s a very good palette and good for both day time and night time use.
It has a mix of bronze brown, medium brown, purple black, shimmery gold, peachy pink and shimmery white gold.
City Mini Palettes are at 20% off on Nykaa right now!
I found the price of 750 expensive, but at 600 currently, I definitely recommend it! The lipsticks are amazing and you should surely get 1-2 shades. All 10 shades are perfect for Indian skin tones unlike the previous Gigi Hadid collection.
Did you get anything from this new launch? Let me know in the comments below.
Sugar Ace of Face Foundation Sticks Review, Swatches, Demo, Wear Test
Hi guys,
Sugar Cosmetics has launched their new Ace of Face Foundation Sticks today. I have two shades with me and I have done a quick review, swatch and wear test video.
Claims: Make dreamy skin a reality in one simple step with the SUGAR Ace Of Face Foundation Stick. Lightweight, creamy and beyond easy to blend, its long-wearing formula offers coverage that not just looks but also feels like second skin. This handy stick blurs away enlarged pores, fine lines, dark circles, blemishes and more… so there’s really no excuse left for you to flaunt anything less than picture-perfect skin. Get ready to make a permanent place in your makeup bag for this magic wonder and score sheer-to-full coverage without looking cakey every single time!
How to Apply: Designed to be applied on the go, cut short your routine and pop this in to your everyday handbag. Stripe it on your T-zone, underneath your eyes, your chin and follow up by blending it outward with the built-in brush. Apply directly from the stick onto your complexion and build coverage as needed. The luxurious brush-end is specially handy for buffing the product out and touching up uneven spots. Use it all over to even out your complexion or use it as a touch-up tool by applying a dab or two to problem areas.
Benefits: A little goes a long way with this foundation stick – thanks to its unusually high pigmentation. The full-coverage, waterproof formula offers a totally matte finish that lasts for up to 12 hours. Weightless when applied, the handy built-in brush makes it uber-easy to blend the product in or touch-up spots. Enhanced with moisturizing ingredients, this multipurpose stick can be utilized as a medium-to-full coverage foundation or concealer as needed. This product is dermatologically tested & approved and 100% safe for your skin.
Full quantity
This product is dermatologically tested & approved and 100% safe for your skin. Made in Korea.
To start with the packaging, this has to be the most convenient packaging in a foundation, it comes with a built in buffing brush! You can literally use it on the go. Carry in your bag for after office parties, if you don’t wear foundation on a daily basis or just travel with this one foundation. No need to carry a separate foundation brush, concealer brush or beauty blender. The brush is really dense and nice and blends everything really well. I wish it was a little longer though, but yes cleaning and drying is definitely required. I hope the bristles don’t come off post washing, I will update you guys on that.
The packaging overall is also quite sturdy and not flimsy. Nykaa stick foundation packaging was very flimsy and felt like the whole foundation part would come off.
Texture wise, it is super creamy and highly pigmented. You need very little qty, and this 12g would last you really long! I didn’t know it was this pigmented or I would have used half. But I literally just touched the stick on my face.
It even fills in the pores and makes skin look super smooth. It feels very comfortable and light weight on the skin.
I would recommend applying a bit and blending it first and then adding on areas which you feel need little more coverage, coz a little goes a long way with this.
Hourglass stick foundation is 7g and this is 12g, I really like the quantity. It is made in Korea and the quality is definitely very good. The shade range is good too, they do cover light and deep skin tones, they can add 2 more though.
The finish is semi matte and it gives a soft, dewy look. You can powder your face on some areas if you have dry skin, oily skin will definitely need to powder.
I wore it for 7+ hours without any powder touch up and it lasted pretty well. It did crease below eyes and faded a little on the corners of nose and on smile lines, but that is with pretty much any foundation, if you don’t touch up 7 hours.
The shade 02 Galao is described as light medium shade with golden undertone and 03 Chococcino is described as a medium shade with warm undertone.
I use Galao on the centre part of face and Chococcino on the outer perimeters of face, jawline and neck. The combination of both shades works pretty well for me, though 03 alone works too with a separate highlighting concealer under eyes.
Overall, I would say I absolutely love this stick foundation and highly recommend it! The only base I am carrying for my next travel for sure 😀
Have you ordered the Sugar Ace of Face Foundation yet? Let me know your thoughts, when you try it.
I am sure you have heard about this Veet Sensitive Touch Expert Beauty Trimmer, but this is the new version with adjustable head and can be used both wet and dry.
Claims:
Gentle hair removal and precise shaping for your delicate body parts, ideal for upper lip, side burns and eyebrows
Waterproof: Can be used in shower
Quick and Gentle: Easily remove any unwanted hair in one go
High Precision: Adjustable eyebrow head and dedicated accessories to get precise shaping and styling
Ideal also for quick touch-ups wherever you go
Wide Range of Accessories: precision head, bikini head, comb, beauty cap, cleaning brush, beauty pouch and AA battery
MRP: Rs.2499/- ( Get it for Rs.1999/- on Amazon HERE)
Directions to use: The Veet Sensitive Touch Expert Beauty Trimmer is specially tailored for sensitive body parts such as upper lip, side burns and eyebrows. Precise and easy to handle, it removes hair gently while its cutting blade has no direct contact with the skin, so no fear of cuts. And as it is compact and elegant, you can put it in your handbag for quick touch-ups, anywhere, anytime. The Veet Sensitive Touch Expert Beauty Trimmer is waterproof, hence can be used in shower.
For perfect looking eyebrows, step 1 is trim. For desired eyebrow length just trim them. Use the small head and add the comb. Place the device over your eyebrow and move it against the direction of hair growth.
For perfect looking eyebrows, step 2 is shape. For a perfect eyebrow contouring, remove the comb and use the high precision head. Touch skin lightly and push it across the eyebrow.
For gently shaved or shaped bikini use the larger head. Touch skin lightly and move the device to the opposite direction of hair growth.
For trimming, add the comb and choose the desired length.
My Experience
The 2mm and 4mm blades adjustable head gives perfect precision to do your eyebrows. I like my eyebrows thicker and I only get rid of the extras outside the line. The small 2mm blade helps me with the lower part and the 4mm blade on the top part.
If you have thick and bushy eyebrows, add the comb attachment and go over the eyebrows. It will trim the longer hair that is sticking out and make all the eyebrow hair even and uniform in length.
It works great for upper lips, side burns, chin, etc. The best part is, you don’t feel anything at all. It is painless, which is a different experience when it comes to eyebrows. Because we have all had tears in our eyes with the painful threading! Yes, the hair does grow back quicker, so maybe you need to do this once a week, rather than the usual 15 days you do threading. Still it is much better, pain wise. Also the skin gets pulled when the hair is pulled with the thread, where as with this, there is no tugging and pulling of skin.
It is quite handy and can fit in your handbag. You just need a single battery and can use it anywhere, even while travelling. No need of electricity!
Coming to the 20mm blade, it is perfect for your sensitive areas like underarms and bikini line. You can either directly use the blade for a gentle shave, or use the 2mm/4mm comb with it for just a trim.
It comes with a cleaning brush and AA battery. The first battery will last you really long. The device comes with a 2 year warranty along with the blades, so you can get it replaced anytime you face a problem within 2 years.
I think it’s great for the price! You can also use it on your hands and legs too. If you are travelling for a 10-15 day trip, then this is all you will need to carry!
And of course, it’s perfect for everyday use too. No need of salon visits for your eyebrows and upper lips now, also the constant fear of the salon lady threading your eyebrows too thin.
I highly recommend getting the Veet Sensitive Touch Expert Beauty Trimmer.
SpectraBan Sunscreen [STIEFEL] for Sensitive Skin SPF 30 Review
By Linda
Hello Ladies,
Today I’m presenting an essential product that has become a necessity, in fact a must in my CTM routine. The product I’m talking about is a sunscreen cream known as SpectraBan Sunscreen for Sensitive Skin SPF 30 [a product by STIEFEL]. Let me brief you up as to how I got to know about this product. My skin is supersensitive and often I suffer from eczema (a skin condition) during fluctuating weathers. I live in the middle-east, where the weathers conditions are from extreme summers and to chilly winter. During summers, even after sunset the temperatures are up to 39 -41 degrees. I did not realize that such weather conditions would affect me skin. My dermatologist suggested using this sunscreen along with other body lotions and hydrocortisone creams. He also insisted me to use this cream throughout the day. Believe me I had excellent results from this product. It was a complete life saver for me. Let’s get into the details of this product.
Product Claims:
• Sunscreen For Sensitive Skin ANTI-UVA & UVB – SPF 30, PA++ • Broad spectrum UV protection • Double moisturizing factors • Non-comedogenic • Hypoallergenic • Water resistant
Ingredients:
Packaging and Texture
This product is dispensed in a plastic tube packaging. Travel friendly size. Various sizes are available. The product is fragrance free. Spreads smoothly over the skin on application and absorbed into the skin in seconds. The texture is not thick enough like other creams and not too runny like lotions.
Cost: 260 /-INR for 30gms
My take on SpectraBan Sunscreen [STIEFEL] for Sensitive Skin SPF 30:
I always begin with moisturizing my skin well, wait for few seconds for the moisturizer to seep in and then the dot my face,neck and other exposed areas with this sunscreen and gently massage it. I noticed it did not grease my skin at all and did not form a white cast over my skin that normally tends to happen with other sunscreen creams. My dermatologist instructed to go outdoors 20 minutes after application of sunscreen.
The cream is so soft and smooth over the skin that most of the time that I skip the step of a moisturizer. I have also applied this sunscreen while I go for swimming, believe me I had no tan at all, maybe it really worked for my skin. I have also used this sunscreen below foundation and this did not grease for atleast good 2-3 hours outdoors, in spite of layering several products. But later it does turn out to be greasy depending on the quality of your foundation. So this was my experience with this product, I hope you all try it and let me know how it worked for you all.
Pros:
Budget friendly
Water resistant (can be used while swimming)
Can be used on sensitive skin
Fragrance free
No skin irritations
Travel friendly
Available in various sizes
Cons:
Can’t find of any
Rating: 5/5
Would I recommend SpectraBan Sunscreen [STIEFEL] for Sensitive Skin SPF 30 ? Definitely Yes!!! For super sensitive skin it is a good product.
Editor’s Note: Wow, this sounds amazing Linda. Especially for swimmers, and so affordable. I will surely check this out.
Maybelline India Gigi Hadid Collection Review, Swatches
Hi guys,
Maybelline has launched the Gigi Hadid Collection in India finally, there are still palettes pending which would be coming in next month.
Currently they have launched two shades of Eyebrow Pencils, Liquid Liner, Gel Liner, Fibre Mascara and 6 lipsticks. I love the matte blush pink packaging of the entire range. The lipsticks come with Gigi’s name and autograph on them.
It’s a fine, brush tip pen eyeliner. The tip is not felt tip and very soft and bendy like a brush. You can draw fine lines with it and it’s pretty smooth. It’s not the blackest black but you can layer it up 1-2 times. It stays put for 6-7 hours and does not smudge or transfer, however it is not completely water proof and comes off easily with a regular cleanser.
I feel the quantity of 0.1g is way too less. The tip part of my liner broke while I was swatching, so I pretty much lost 25% of it. The gel liner is very smooth and buttery, it’s not like a kajal but more like a gel pencil. But it works well as a kajal too and doesn’t smudge as much as a kajal. If you are looking for a smooth kajal pencil which doesn’t smudge much, you can give this a try.
The eyebrow pencils which are my favourite from this collection,
They have launched two shades, Brown and Dark Brown. Both are pretty good for Indian skin tones. Once you get a perfect match with colour, it is half the battle won, as majority including high end brands have reddish undertones which makes your eyebrows look really bad!
I use the Dark Brown shade, you can also use both to give a more natural effect with Medium Brown at the front part of eyebrows. If you have coloured hair, go for Brown.
Gel Liner, Liquid Liner, Eyebrow Pencil Dark Brown, Brown
The texture is really nice, it’s waxy and not creamy. It’s not too pigmented and hence doesn’t deposit too much colour on one area. It stays put well through the day, I love the angled tip and I highly recommend getting the eyebrow pencils. They are even better than Maybelline Fashion Brow. I only wish it came with a spoolie, coz you will need to use a separate spoolie to brush out the colour for a more natural look.
The fibre mascara which everyone is excited about,
It’s a dual sided mascara with 0.5g fibres on one end and 0.5ml mascara on the other. The fibres are super fine and airy, they fly off everywhere, so be careful with this or you might end up with fibres inside your eye which isn’t safe! The Body Shop has launched a fibre mascara with Jacqueline, see the video HEREand the fibres in that aren’t so fine, they stay put on the eyes even without the first mascara layer. For this, you have to first apply the mascara, then go with the fibres on top of it while the mascara is still wet and then top with another layer of mascara.
I know it’s a little bit of work but the results are pretty good. If you already have mascaras which you feel give better results, then you may skip this.
The mascara wand lengthens the lashes and the fibres add volume, so it works both ways and gives pretty good results. Also it’s a good dupe for The Body Shop one which is double the price.
The packaging, as I mentioned is really nice. There are two nudes, one taupe purple and 3 reds in the collection. These are described as matte but they are not at all matte, I would say they are creamy. Especially the two nudes, they are creamier than the rest of the shades too. They stay for 3-4 hours and fade evenly with eating or drinking. But these do transfer on your teeth, cups, glasses, everywhere. They are of course super comfortable and easy to reapply.
McCall is a super light nude, good for very fair/pale skin. Not for Indian skin tones for sure, it will wash out most skin tones.
Taura is a peachy nude meant for Indian fair/medium skin tones. For someone like me, I would need a deeper lip liner underneath and can pair it with heavy smokey eyes.
Erin is my favourite from the collection. It’s a taupe purple with grey undertones. It’s a very unique shade and I highly recommend getting this, since it’s a LE collecion.
Austyn is my favourite red of the three, also the most vibrant. It’s a cool toned red which makes your teeth look white and will work for all skin tones.
Khair is a warm toned apple red
Lani is a coral/orangey red.
McCall, Taura, Erin, Austyn, Khair, Lani
All three reds and Erin will work across all skin tones. I recommend Erin and Austyn from this range and Taura if you are fair to medium.
So, what do you think of the collection? I am looking forward to trying the palettes. Do let me know in the comments below.
I get this question asked a lot, which shampoo and conditioner do you use or what’s your haircare routine. Well it keeps on changing, I don’t stick to one shampoo or conditioner.
Currently I have been using and loving this range from BBLUNT.
I use the BBLUNT Perfect Balance Shampoo which is meant for normal to dry hair.
Claims: This pick-me-up for your hair gives it great moisture balance. Its unique formula gives you perfectly cleansed, healthy hair. An everyday fix made simple.
Specially created for Indian hair with a unique colour protect formula.
How to use: First, thoroughly wet your hair. Then take one pump or more depending on hair length. Spread it evenly throughout your hair by massaging the scalp with gentle circular motions. Rinse out thoroughly and repeat if necessary.
It has glycerin and pro-vitamin B5. It’s very gentle and nourishing, and perfect for everyday use if you shampoo your hair everyday. This won’t dry out your hair, yet cleanse the scalp well. It foams well and gets rid of all dirt, sweat and grime, without stripping hair’s natural oils.
Coming to the Conditioner, I use the BBLUNT Intense Moisture Conditioner because of my drier ends.
Claims: This moisture-rich conditioner makes out-of-control hair manageable. It smoothens, softens & adds shine. Show your hair some love.
How to use: Make sure to remove excess water after shampooing. Apply the conditioner evenly to lengths and ends, avoiding the scalp. Leave it on for at least 3 minutes and then rinse thoroughly. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
It has Jojoba oil, Vitamin E, Hydrolyzed Keratin & Wheat Germ Oil. It adds back moisture to the hair and even if you have colour treated/dry/damaged hair, this will hydrate the ends and give a nice sheen. I have highlights towards the bottom and I do need a rich conditioner like this.
Always make sure you squeeze out all the excess water before applying the conditioner. I have fine hair and even though this conditioner is rich in texture, it does not weigh down my hair.
And finally to finish, I use the BBLUNT Intense Moisture Hair Serum which is one of their new launches.
Claims: This serum provides an extra boost of nourishment and gloss to dry hair. Thick and rebellious hair is smooth, manageable and well-nourished.
How to use: Take a coin size amount into your palms and apply it evenly, focusing on mid-lengths & ends. The amount may vary depending on hair length. Works best on damp, towel dried hair. Style as desired.
It has avocado extracts, jojoba oil, argan oil and Vitamin E. It doesn’t contain mineral oil which forms majority content in most of the leave-in serums including some high end ones. It’s like an oil but it is non-sticky and reduces frizz instantly!
Use a serum on an everyday basis, even if you haven’t washed your hair. It acts as a sunscreen for your hair and forms a barrier against sun damage and free radicals. A glossy shine and frizz control are added benefits 🙂 It also works as a heat protectant.
I am loving these three products currently, I usually air dry my hair and don’t use much heat. This combination does not weigh down my fine hair and hydrates the ends well plus the serum gives a nice shine.
Indian Wedding Guest Makeup Tutorial | Gold & Pink Eyes | Indian Makeup Blog
Hi guys,
I created this gold and pink eye makeup look perfect for attending Indian weddings as a guest. The whole base is dewy and luminous with not much contouring or bronzing, but the focus is on eyes, lips and pink flushed cheeks.
Products used:
Guerlain Abeille Royale Watery Oil (Review HERE) PAC Pore Primer PAC Brush 256 MAC Conceal & Correct Palette Medium Deep Givenchy Matissime Velvet Foundation in Mat 05 Honey PAC 353 Brush Mirinesse Soft Blur Powder Sugar Contour De Force Palette Vivid Victory (Review HERE) PAC Micro Finish Makeup Fixer PAC Eyebrow Palette – Shade Chocolate (Review & Swatches HERE) Pixi x Aspynovard Clear Brow Gel PAC Canvas Shadow Primer Avon True Eyeliner Cosmic Brown PAC Brush 274 PAC Sprinkle Eyeshadow Palette Lakme French Rose Palette- Matte Brown shade (Review & Swatches HERE) MAC 217 Brush Faces Ultime Pro Matte Black Eyeliner Givenchy Noir Interdit Mascara Pixi x Aspynovard Lower Lash Mascara Becca Champagne Pop PAC Retro Matte Gloss Broken Heart (Review & Swatches HERE)
I hope you liked this look, do let me know your thoughts in the comments below.
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