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Palmolive Naturals Moisturising Body Wash Milk and Honey Review

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Palmolive Naturals Moisturising Body Wash Milk and Honey Review

Palmolive Naturals Brand is not paid much attention to,and I don’t know the reason why,perhaps the marketing is not so good for their skin care and body wash range. They have a cream named Charmis which claims to have Vitamins A.C and E and anti oxidants,would like to try that,though I have not heard much about it. Even their Halo Shampoo has been much ignored.

Coming to the body wash, Palmolive has Milk and Honey- Soft Nourish and Milk and Almonds- Rich Nourish in Moisturising Body Wash category. They have Aroma Shower Gels separately in Relax and Vitality and also Thermal Spa Body Wash in Massage and Firming.

Well I have just tried the Milk and Honey Moisturising Body Wash as of yet..but I would love to try their other products too..

What the Company claims:
The Palmolive Naturals Milk & Honey range contains a combination of natural extracts of milk & honey that gently cleanse your skin and protect it from excessive dryness.

All Milk & Honey products contain moisturisers to help nourish your skin and leave it feeling wonderfully soft. The gentle ingredients envelope you in a soft Milk and Honey fragrance.

Ingredients: Water, Potassium laurate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Potassium Myristate, SLES, Sorbitol, Potassium Palmate, Glycol Distearate, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Fragrance, Tetrasodium EDTA, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Polyquaternium-7, Guar Hydroxypropyl, Trimonium Chloride, Lactose, Milk Protein, Honey, Citric acid, Tartrazine C.I. 19140,FD & C Red 40,C.I. 16035

Directions for use: Can be used with a loofah or by hand.
With loofah : Pour little on your wet loofah. Apply gently over wet skin. For best results, use loofah to work up rich lather before rinsing off.

MRP: Rs.45/- for 125ml (I had got it at Rs 40/-)

Its a light yellow colored sheer runny liquid with a mix of honey smell and a slight coconuty smell. It moisturises well as it claims.

Pros:

1. Lives upto its claim as its very moisturising.
2. Lathers well.
3. Comes with a loofah.
4. Very economical.
5. Travel friendly.

Cons:

1. Has SLES for its lather.
2. Packaging is not that good..when the bottle is half finished..its a pain to use as you have to press and hold for long for the product to dispense, plus the bottle looses the shape 🙁
3. The lotion gets dried up and collected at its opening like few face packs, which is to be cleaned. A little unhygienic.

Rating:

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

Overall rating:  3.75/5

Would I buy it again: May be..I would love to try the Aroma Shower gels and others from this range.

Have you tried the Palmolive Naturals Range? What do you think of it ?

Bio Glow Cocoa Butter Cream Review

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Bio Glow Cocoa Butter Cream Review

I had not heard much about this brand…its manufactured and distributed in England I guess..you can get these at places where one gets all imported products..in Mumbai at Alfa..
It comes in many different variants :
Cocoa Butter,Vitamin E and Aloe Vera: Moisturising and Nourishing
Papaya: Brightening and Clarifying
Lavender and Royal jelly: Deep Nourishing Moisturisation
Cucumber and Avocado: Cooling
Vitamin AEB5
Tea Tree and Lemon extracts

I have the Cocoa Butter, Vitamin E and Aloe Vera one. It also has an Bio Glow Body Scrub which has papaya and walnut seeds as exfoliators.

What the Company claims: Cocoa butter nourishes the skin with its balmy properties, protecting it against roughness and dryness. Aloe Vera & Vitamin E provide UV protection, skin conditioning & moisturising.

  • Natural Cocoa Butter
  • Non Greasy/Instantly absorbed
  • Neutral pH
  • Vitamin E
  • Extra Protection 

Enriched with the beneficial properties of natural Cocoa Butter, Vitamin E and Aloe Vera, Bio glow Moisturising & Nourishing Cocoa Butter is an intensive skin cream which moisturises, smoothes and protects. It provides relief from extra dry skin.Cocoa Butter nourishes and protects the skin.Its soothing and healing properties have the ability to help the skin retain moisture. Vitamin E revitalizes the dead skin cells and thereby preserves the suppleness of the skin. Aloe Vera keeps the skin deeply moisturised.

Bio Glow Moisturising and Nourishing Cocoa Butter Cream is suitable for all skin types. Apply on your face and body for a softer,smoother and younger looking skin. Massage cream into area until it is absorbed. Excellent for elbows, calluses on hands or feet, or any dry patch of skin.

Ingredients: Aqua, Paraffinum liquidum, Propylene Gycol, Theobroma Cacao, Stearic acid, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Octyldodecanol, Isopropyl Myristate, Aloe Barbadensis, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Butylparaben, Etylparabem, Propylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Dimethicone, Parfum, CI 19140,CI 15985,CI 17200, Benzyl Benzoate

MRP: Rs.100/- for 500ml (Theres this get 200 ml extra on this 300 ml tub from like forever)

Coming to the texture, its  neither a  runny lotion nor a thick body butter.This has a mousse like consistency as it reads butter cream…so its super easy to spread it on the skin. It actually feels like cocoa cream..I just love applying it. It looks cream colored but goes on transparent on skin.

Pros:
1. Stands upto its claims…get instantly absorbed,is totally non greasy and enough moisturising.
2. As its aqua based,its super smooth to apply and does not give that sticky greasy feeling like cold creams.
3. Super cheap at Rs. 100/-
4. Comes seal packed on the top.
5. Quantity is amazing..and the texture is such how much ever you use..it would stay for a long time.
6. I have not used it on my face but its amazingly perfect for the body.

Cons:
1 Has parabens as preservatives.
2. Availability would be a problem for some.
3. The smell is of like usual cocoa butters..but I am ok with it and it goes away after some time.
4. As its in a jar, you have to dip your hands in and thats unhygienic.
5. It melts in heat..and turns into a runny liquid..though it still works..using it becomes a little difficult.

Rating:

Quality- 5/5
Value for money- 5/5
Availability- 3/5

Overall rating- 4.5/5

Would I buy it again: Yes…I would always…I want to try different variants of it…its one of the best creams or lotions I have used. I think you should surely try this if you get hold of Bio Glow. It makes for an amazing gift too.

Check out Tanveer’s review on Lavender royal jelly here and Jiya’s review on Papaya here

Have you tried Bio Glow ? 

Garnier Body Cocoon Review

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Garnier Body Cocoon Review


I know many of you have tried it and I have got mixed reviews..some love it and it their HG and some hate it..well I found it to be somewhere in between.

What the Company claims :
Is this right for me ? Yes, if your skin feels dry, rough, flaky and tight, Garnier Body Cocoon moisturising lotion will soothe and restore the skin’s suppleness, leaving it feeling unbelievably soft.
How is it different ?
Its creamy yet light texture is instantly absorbed into the skin-enveloping it in a nourishing cocoon of softness, leaving it deliciously fragranced. Its moisturising formula blends selected natural ingredients.
Nutritive fruit oils from apricots, olives, blackcurrants and avocados to deliver an immediate burst of moisture to the skin.
Visible Results: Dry skin appears transformed Visibly smoother, Noticeably softer. Do not apply on the face.

Garnier Body products use wherever possible, active natural ingredients which have been carefully extracted to preserve their quality and purity.
Have been dermatologically tested to ensure respect to your skin.
Now this is a huge huge claim :p

Ingredients: Aqua/Water, Paraffinum Liquidum/Mineral Oil, Glycerin, Cetyl Alcohol, Elaeis Guineensis/Palm Oil, Stearyl Heptanoate, Hexyldecanol, Olea Europaea/Olive Fruit Oil, Persea Gratissima/Avocado Oil, Prunus Armeniaca/Apricot Kernel Oil, Ribes Nigrum/Black Currant Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera/Grape Seed Oil, Carbomer, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Stearic Acid, Stearyl Caprylate, Triethanolamine, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Parfum/Fragrance, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone

MRP: Rs 89/- for 125 ml and Rs 145/- for 250 ml (which was 75 and 130 before..why the increase in prices !!)

This is a thick white lotion..actually the texture is more like a cream and thats why takes ages for it to come out.
The smell is a bit different and weird but it faints in a few minutes and does not stay for long.

Pros:
1. It moisturises the skin well for my normal body skin.
2. Economical at Rs 89/-
3. Easy to carry around.
4. I like the packaging and the bright orange bottle.
5. Does not leave the skin greasy.

Cons:
1. Takes 5 mins to get absorbed into the skin properly.
2. Would not suit extra dry skin as they would need more moisturisation.
3. Claims are too high and it does not fulfill all.
4. I would expect more qty as this small bottle if used on hands and legs would not even stay for 2-3 weeks.

Rating:

Quality- 3.5/5
Value for money- 3/5
Availabilty- 5/5

Overall rating- 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes..I quite liked it as it does suit my skin.

Have you used this ? Did you like it ?

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Vaseline Intensive Care Total Moisture Lotion Review
Garnier Light Daily Moisturising Lotion Review 
Himani Boroplus Advanced Moisturising Lotion Review
Liz Earle Skin Repair Light Moisturiser Review
Lakme Honey and Avocado Winter Perfect Day Lotion Review 

Bath and Body Works Japanese Cherry Blossom Body Lotion Review

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Bath and Body Works Japanese Cherry Blossom Body Lotion Review

My cousin from US gifted me this body lotion and Revlon Manicure set..Bath and Body Works has some very nice fragrances to choose from..they have their own signature collection..and some awesome variants.

What the Company claims:  Our exclusive Signature Body Lotion formula, fortified with powerful ingredients like super conditioning Shea Butter, fast absorbing Jojoba Oil and protective Vitamin E, hydrates skin with moisture that lasts all day. Our non-greasy formula absorbs quickly and completely to leave skin feeling incredibly soft, smooth and nourished, making it the perfect daily moisturizer.
Our exclusive, award-winning Japanese Cherry Blossom fragrance is a seductive and mysterious floral scent, inspired by the exotic gardens of Japan
Key fragrance notes: Japanese Cherry Blossom, Asian Pear, Kyoto Rose, Mimosa Petals, Himalayan Cedarwood
Winner of 2010 Glammy Award for Best Body Product sold in Department and Specialty Stores

Ingredients:

Usage : Smooth over body to moisturize and lightly fragrance skin.

MRP: 5 $ fir 88ml (for 3 $ on sale) and 10.5 $ for 237 ml (They are having a sale right now..and also this buy 2 get 1 free offer..or buy 3 get 2 free )
Something about the Japanese cherry blossom : The cherry blossom lotion has certain extracts that help to smoothen the skin and make it soft and naturally shiny. It cleanses the skin of harmful toxins and keeps it looking good and healthy. These benefits are further heightened when coupled with the sweet fragrance of cherries that comes from the lotion and from those areas of the body on which the lotion is applied. Japanese cherry blossom lotion has been present in the Japanese culture for many years.

It is a white thick lotion with a strong smell and gets aborbed in a jiffy.

Pros:

1. It is totally non greasy and gets absorbed instantly.
2. Nice easy to carry packaging.
3. The flip cap..which is very hygienic.
4. Part of their Signature Collection and one of the most widely sold ones.
5. Keeps skin moisturised the whole day.
6. The fragrance lingers on the whole day.
7. Not tested on animals.

Cons:

1. Has alcohol and parabens.
2. I know many people love this smell but I found it a bit overpowering for my taste. Since fragrances are personal choices I cant really comment..
3. Availability..not available in India easily and if available..would be more expensive coz of customs.

Overall rating- 3.5/5 (less coz of the smell)

Would I buy it again- If I get to I would surely…esp the Warm Vanilla Sugar, Black Amethyst, Twilight Woods..

Have you tried Bath and Body Works Body Lotion ? Which is your favorite ?

Lacto Calamine Lotion Review- Classic and Aloe

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Lacto Calamine Lotion Review- Classic and Aloe


I have been using Lacto Calamine from the last 4-5 years and can easily say its my HG..it is one product I cant live without. I have three of these right now too :p
I have used both the Classic (normal to oily skin one) and Aloe Moisturiser (dry to normal skin one).I will state the ingredients and exact difference between both of them. It is a light pink lotion with medium consistency.

LC Classic :

What the Company claims : Skinsurance. Daily use formula with balanced Kaolin and Glycerin. The goodness of Clay and Glycerin gives your skin : 1. Nourishment 2.Acne and Oil Control 3. Dead skin removal 4. Protection. Apply everyday for clear,beautiful skin.

MRP : Rs. 32 for 30ml, Rs.52 for 60 ml and Rs.72 for 120 ml (Both have same prices)

Ingredients : Aqua, Light Kaolin, Castor oil, Glycerin, Zinc Oxide, Zinc Carbonate, emulsifiers, preservatives, perfume and permitted colors.

Directions : Shake well before use.

LC Aloe Moisturiser :

What the Company claims : Skinsurance. Daily use formula with Kaolin and Special Moisturisers. Discover Skinsurance for dry skin. 1. Moisturisation 2. Protection 3. Dead skin removal  4. Acne Control. Apply everyday for soft, clear skin.

MRP : same

Ingredients : Aqua, Light Kaolin, Sorbitol soln 70%, Propylene Glycol, glycerine, Aloe Vera gel, Castor oil, Zinc Oxide, Zinc Carbonate, Simethicone, emulsifiers, preservatives,perfume and permitted colors. (highlighted ingredients different from classic)

Directions : same

Pros:

1. Clay, Glycerin and Aloe all are beneficial for the skin.
2. Keeps oil and shine at bay and does reduce acne with regular use.
3. Is tinted..so can be used daily to even out skin.
4. Reduces redness and soothes skin.
5. Helps in burns, insect bites,etc
6. It does help in dead skin removal and nourishment..I use it regularly but skipped it during my exams as I had no time at all…and my skin had gone all haywire…and with its regular use again it came back to normal. I just swear by this. This is the best thing ever made for me :p
7. Helps with cleaning up any makeup mistakes..I just dab some LC on a Q tip and clean out any mess..whether eye liner,lip liner or smudgy kohl..this cleans it off lightly.
8. Expiry date is 5 years from the date of manufacture..its going to stay long even if you are not a regular user.
9. The small bottle is absolutely travel friendly..you can carry it around anywhere.
10.Economical at this price.

Cons :

1. It is not moisturising enough. It leaves the skin dry and in winters I need a moisturiser over this but in summers I am fine with this. But dry skinned people will obviously need a moisturiser over this.
2. I personally dint find any difference in the Classic and Aloe one except the ingredients.
3. Those who like a dewy effect on the skin would not like this as it gives a matte effect. (I love that :p)
4. If not shaken well…the liquid would separate and that would come out first as it has a wide opening.

Overall rating- 5/5

Would I buy it again- YES..forever and ever ..:D

Do you use LC ? Do you like it ?

Related posts:


Fab India Clove Acne Control Cream Review
Lakme Honey and Avocado Winter Perfect Day Lotion Review
Vaseline Intensive Care Total Moisture Lotion Review 
Garnier Body Cocoon Review 

Ponds Age Miracle Tinted Moisturiser Review

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Ponds Age Miracle Tinted Moisturiser Review

I have the shade 02 Sheer Rose in it. The other two shades are 01 Sheer Ivory and 03 Sheer Honey.

What the Company claims : Experience the dual power of anti-ageing skincare with a natural “no makeup” finish with our lightweight, tinted anti-ageing moisturizer. With super-fine colorspheres to even out your skin tone and the same active ingredients of one of our best anti-ageing moisturizer, Advanced CLA Complex + SPF 15 PA++ for that smooth, natural finish with a luminous radiant glow.

How to enjoy a naturally sheer finish with anti-ageing protection: Apply evenly over thoroughly cleansed face.

Anti Ageing Tinted Moisturizer
Visibly reduces the appearance of lines, wrinkles and pores
Conceals to minimize age spots
Gives a natural, “no makeup” finish
Available in 3 skin-blending shades(Sheer Ivory, Sheer Honey, Sheer Beige)

MRP- Rs.215/- for 30 ml

I don’t use a foundation. I just use this TM and finish it off with a pressed powder..and that is enough for me…evens out my skin tone and gives a nice look. I use my fingers to blend it in..one can also use a foundation brush for it…just take a pea sized amount and dot it on the face and blend it outwards using your fingers.

Pros :
1. Combines foundation and moisturiser. You need not use 2 separate products.
2. Has SPF 15 and protection from PA ++. So works as a sunscreen too for ppl who are fine with SPF 15.
3. Very small,cute, easy to carry bottle. Travel friendly.
4. Blends well..easy to use.
5. You just need a small pea sized amount..so a little goes a long way.
6. Gives light coverage and evens out skin tone.
7. An ideal daily wear option for working people.
8. I don’t have open pores problems but it has helped people with minimisation of pores a little bit.
9. Perfect for winters and people with dry skin.
10.Never broke me out..non comodogenic.
11.Stays well for 5-6 hours with a pressed powder..for humid climate.
12.Has a small nozzle at top..you can control the exact qty you want.

Cons:
1. Not suitable for people with oily skin as its a bit thick.
2. It wears off with sweat..so you need to set it with a pressed powder.
3. Very light coverage..those who need heavy coverage..its not for you..it wont hide blemishes or spots.
4. Only 3 shades and sheer rose and sheer ivory look very similar.

Overall rating- 4.5/5

Would I buy it again- Yes..for sure…I really like this.

Have you used this ? How would you compare this with the Biotique one those who have used both ?

Oriflame Soothing Foot Cream Review

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Oriflame Soothing Foot Cream Review

I am not much into foot creams but when I saw this in the Oriflame catalog..I thought of giving it a try and I am happy I did..read on..

What the Company claims: With a unique blend of moisturisers, chamomile and primrose to soften and soothe. For best results, remove hard skin with the Footfile and massage into feet.

MRP – Rs. 198/- for 75 ml (I got it for Rs. 158/-)

Ingredients : AQUA, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, UREA, GLYCERIN, PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM, SODIUM CETEARYL SULFATE, CETEARETH-12, DIMETHICONE, IMIDAZOLIDINYL UREA, PARFUM, METHYLPARABEN, PROPYLPARABEN, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, LIMONENE, HEXYL CINNAMAL, SORBITOL, CHAMOMILLA RECUTITA EXTRACT, PRIMULA VULGARIS, LINALOOL

It is a white colored light cream with a pleasant minty smell. I apply it at night and leave them overnight..the feet are so soft and smooth to touch the next day. I do not have cracks but my mom has..she used it and found a lot of relief in her cracked heels too.

Pros:

1. It moisturises feet amazingly well and leaves them all soft to touch.
2. I love the minty smell.
3. Economical at 198 plus there are always discounts coming up every month..I would suggest to stock it up at a discount.
4. It heals cracked heels in about a week.
5. Fulfills what it claims.
6. Tube packaging which is hygienic.

Cons:

1. Availability..as for all Oriflame products..through consultants. They do have an online option. Check out the Oriflame India site.
2. If you apply a bit too much you would feel greasy and have to wait for it to sink in.
3. It has parabens.

Overall rating- 4/5

Would I buy it again- Yes..its a very nice foot cream…and I think everyone should try it atleast once.

Have you tried it ? Which is your favorite foot cream ?

Jergens All Purpose Face Cream Review

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Jergens All Purpose Face Cream Review

Jergens has very good skin care range..their creams, body lotions are all very good and have rave reviews everywhere..I have tried the all purpose face cream and gonna try the body lotions next.

This is a thick light pink colored cream..with a texture like cold creams.

What the Company claims : Deep cleans your skin to remove makeup and dirt and provides a radiant, dewy base for makeup. Also softens and moisturises to help smooth skin and fight dryness.

Directions for use: Smooth generously over your face and throat. Remove with a tissue or leave on overnight.

MRP: Rs.220 for 425g

Ingredients : Mineral Oil, Water, Beeswax, Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Sodium Borate, Fragrance, Isopropyl Myristate, Dmdm Hydantoin , Red 4

I got it from Alfa in Mumbai..you can try to find it any place which sell in wholesale or at chemists..

Pros:

1. It is the best cleanser I have ever used. And I have tried Lakme, Himalaya. Garnier, etc. It removes even the toughest of waterproof mascara. I just apply a layer of it n leave on for 5 mins and wipe the whole thing off. Its my HG cleanser.
2. It does not sting eyes at all. I have used it on lower lashline and even near the waterline.
3. It moisturises skin well and skin never feels dry even after using a face wash after this.
4. I use it for my dry elbows and knees or as a hand cream or foot cream too. It is very multi purpose.
5. Economical and cost effective. I got this hugee tub at 220/- which would stay for min 2 yrs.
6. No parabens or phenoxyethanol.
7. Boon for people with dry skin.
8. Has a nice smell.
9. Can also be used as a night cream.
10.Never broke me out.

Cons:

1. Comes in a tub so you have to dip your fingers in.
2. Oily to combination skin cannot use it on face…I do use it sometimes and especially in this chilly winters where skin is a bit dry.
3. One has to wait 2-3 mins for it to get absorbed completely.

Overall rating- 4/5

Would I buy it again- Yes yes..its my HG cleanser.. I would always buy it..this is going to last me 2 more years though..

Have you used this ? Do you like it ?

Skin Care Haul

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Finally I found Khadi yesterday. There is a huge Khadi grih at the Khadi Lane ahead of VT station..I got a few things from there and some other daily winter essentials..
Here are they..

 
  

 I got Garnier Body Cocoon, Lotus sun safe spray in SPF 50, Ashwin’s Rose water, Vaseline Petroleum Jelly, Glycerine, Everyuth Golden Glow peel off..and some Khadi products..

 

Which are
Khadi Body Massage Oil with Kesar, Almond oil and Olive oil
Khadi Kesar peel off scrub gel
Khadi Mauri facewash and
Khadi Fresh Jasmine handmade soap.

Khadi has its own hits and misses. Not everything is good and the quality varies coz different things are manufactured at different places in India. I would review these after using..

Have you used any of these ? Do you like Khadi products ?

First FOTD- in Traditional Wear

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Yesterday I attended a wedding..and so I thought putting up pics here..I wore a green and red suit and here are the pics..

Products used :

Ponds TM, Street Wear Pressed powder, Lakme Desert Rose Trio Blush, Giordani Loose Powder Brush, Bourjois Khol and Contour Eye Pencil in Black, Colorbar I Glide in Jaded, Oriflame eyelash curler, Maybelline Colossal Volume Mascara, Colorbar Velvet Matte Lipstick in Naked Pink and Lakme star shine Gloss in No. 67 (Tropical Island Collection)

Ok..lets see a before pic- my total bare face and an after..

 

So what do you guys think ? Did you like it ?
All suggestions are welcome…they help me improve..:)