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Post Holi Biguine Kérastase Hair Ritual at JCB

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Post Holi Biguine Kérastase Hair Ritual at Jean-Claude Biguine Salon
So I did play Holi and my hair was definitely affected even though I had oiled it..and even though I had played only with colors..those colors are pretty drying dude..
 
And I had to wash my hair thrice to remove the color..that made the hair all the more drying..as the essential oils on the scalp which moisturise the scalp are also lost with frequent washing..
 
I definitely needed some hair pampering..and got to try this hair ritual at the perfect time..

Jean-Claude Biguine had post Holi Biguine Kérastase Hair Rituals..its like a detox for the hair..here is the official press release:

Indulge in the Biguine Kérastase Hair Ritual at Jean-Claude Biguine Salon and Spa

There’s no better day than Holi to let your hair down and indulge in some colourful revelry. So, don’t let it end on a sour note with hair woes. Post the chemicals and colours, indulge in the Biguine Kérastase Hair Ritual at Jean-Claude Biguine Salon and Spa for healthier and beautiful hair.

Hair can turn brittle and extremely dry if color remains in it for a long time. The Kérastase hair treatments provide shine; they moisturize and condition the hair, and help in repairing all types of hair damages. The Kérastase Chronologiste Caviar Ritual uses mimetic caviar pearls and special creams to nourish hair and make it feel softer, stronger and more lustrous. It is an excellent choice for deep conditioning of hair and scalp. Kérastase Ultime Liquide-Gold Oil Ritual provides instant radiance and deep nourishment to all types of hair – making it intensely shiny with a weightless touch. The Monodose Ritual is an express treatment that is offered primarily with a hair-wash. A Monodose Ritual for dry hair nourishes hair and makes it soft to touch.

The Kerastase hair rituals begin at INR 1500++ up to INR 2500++. The services are available across all Jean-Claude Biguine Salons & Spas, in Mumbai and Bengaluru.

To avail of the Biguine Kérastase Hair Ritual, book an appointment at your nearest salon.

Our present locations: Mumbai Bandra: 022- 65222211 | Colaba: 022-22153311 | Juhu: 022-66995555 | Kemps Corner: 022-66501111 | Khar(W), Linking Road: 022 26462626 | Lower Parel: 022- 65113311 | Lokhandwala: 022 – 65653300/22| Ghatkopar : 022- 25171700  Bangalore | Phoenix Market City, Whitefield: 080-67266666 | Lavelle Road: 080 – 41514000

So I went for this hair ritual..you must have seen my pic on Instagram, if you follow me. I was assisted by Zara.

And after checking my hair, she suggested the Kérastase Chronologiste Caviar Ritual for me..as my hair was slightly dry. I also asked her the difference in three and which is meant for which type of hair, and she explained well. 

Chronologiste Caviar Ritual is meant for normal to dry hair
Ultime Liquide-Gold Hair Ritual is meant for all types of hair
And there is one more..Signature Kerathermine which is meant for extremely dry hair

She explained the whole process in Chronologiste Caviar Ritual and how its not real caviar..since real caviar is super expensive and they cannot use it world wide as vegetarians and vegans would have an issue with it..so its basically artificial caviar..made up with vitamins, etc that are beneficial and hydrating for the hair..

Durations: 1.5 hrs

Price: Rs. 1500/- for Ultime Liquide-Gold Oil and Rs.2500/- for Chronologiste Caviar and Signature Kerathermine

Procedure followed:

1. My hair was checked first and after suggesting the Chronologiste Caviar Ritual, we started off with it..

2. Hair was shampooed twice with Kérastase Nutritive Bain Satin 1 Shampoo..and towel dried.
3. The caviar was crushed and mixed well with the creme and applied all over the hair in sections..each strand at a time.
Artificial Caviar
Caviar and Creme
Mixed together
4. Then head and neck was massaged..and I was like sleeping on the chair..it was so super relaxing…Zara has magic in her hands !

5. Hair was given a mist (indirect steam) for 10 mins.
6. Washed hair again with plain water.

7. Kérastase Elixir Ultime Serum was used generously and hair was dried giving a cold blast and once normal blow dry. (no styling)

And this is the before and after..

I am telling you this pic does not do any justice to how my hair felt..they were so super soft and smooth..I just could not stop touching my hair !

I had to go for a hair cut the next day..and since it was blow dried and styled I could not wash and judge the difference later on..I will update this post as to how long the effect lasts and till when the hair feels and looks the same :p

But from what Zara told me, if hair is taken care of with proper serums and conditioning, the effect lasts a month..and this can be done monthly..or else if very dry hair, twice a month.

At JCB, they use mostly Kérastase and L’oreal Professional..and a few Moroccanoil products..

I highly recommend trying out the Biguine Kérastase Hair Ritual at Jean-Claude Biguine Salon..if your hair is normal kinds, the Ultime Liquide-Gold one would do..but its definitely to be experienced..you will love your hair ! 

I think its a perfect addition to must-do’s before the wedding for the brides !

Have you tried the Biguine Kérastase Hair Ritual at Jean-Claude Biguine Salon ??

P.S: Services were offered by the brand but that has not affected my opinion.

Lakme Drama Stylist Eye Crayons Pink, Blue Review, Swatches

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Lakme Drama Stylist Eye Crayons Pink, Blue Review, Swatches

What the Company claims: Sultry, somber or sassy. Women love drama! Unleash your drama quotient with Lakme’s Drama Stylist Crayon

HOW TO APPLY

Step 1: Choose your eye shadow crayon shade from the 8 super long wearing shades
Step 2: Apply the shadow directly with the pencil tip onto the eye lid
Step 3: Smudge the color quickly on the eye lids as It is a quick dry formula
Step 4: Accentuate the look with applying Lakme Absolute dramatic eyes mascara

Tip: Can also be used as a liner for most crease proof, stay on color

KEY FEATURES

Super Long wearing
Extremely soft
Remarkably gliding
Intense color pay off
Water proof
Crease proof

Shades Available:
  • Pink
  • Blue
  • Olive
  • White
  • Grey
  • Purple
  • Turquoise
  • Bronze


PRODUCT PRICE: Rs. 750/- for 1.6g


So at first I thought I have an olive shade which is marked as blue..these both read pink and blue..(Remember the goof up in Eyeconic..I got two greens instead of one grey..read HERE )

Now I got confused between the blue and green..there was no swatch for the blue one anywhere online..and this swatches a deep green..


Basically the three blue/greens in this range are one is a turquoise blue, one olive green and one this Blue which is a deep sea green..

These are eyeshadows in chubby plastic crayon form with transparent lids and matching ends to the shades..and needs to be sharpened.


Pink is a beautiful champagne pink..makes a nice easy to wear color..a great highlight, perfect for inner corners and also highlighting your cheeks.. (or as shown to us in the Lakme Absolute Illusion Masterclass, after the normal base shadow is done, this pink shade was warmed in between fingers and applied at the centre..i.e where the eyeballs are..and it gave a beautiful nice shimmery sheen) Very multi purpose !

Blue is actually a deep sea green..its quite rich and dark..and would make for perfect night time smokey eyes.


They have all the features they mentioned ! Glides effortlessly, super soft, amazing pigmentation, stays put throughout the day but needs to be blended super fast coz it sets immediately.


Here I have used Pink with subtle eyeliner..would look great with bold red lips..or any bright lip..when you do not want the eyes to be heavy..but still some sheen and shine 🙂

Pros:

1. Super soft.
2. Glides smoothly.
3. Doubles up as an eyeliner.. (though a thicker one..you can make for subtle smokey eyes by just blending the thick liner)
4. Stays put through the day.
5. Amazingly pigmented.
6. Comes in 8 shades to choose from.. Bronze and Purple are amazing too..apart from these two..and White which is a nice golden white.
7. Pink and White are multi purpose.

Cons:

1. I am not sure why this is named ‘Blue’ :/
2. These are priced a little higher. (Rimmel Scandaleyes are priced at Rs.415/- for 3.2g qty..though a few shades in Lakme are more pigmented than Rimmel)

Overall I would say, these are quite amazing…and I loved the shades they have come up with..there are subtle Pink and White..and bright Purple and Blue, and Indian wedding wear Bronze and Olive..there is one for everyone..and for all occasions..Highly recommend them..

Rating:

Quality: 4/5
Value for money: 3.75/5
Availability: 4/5

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes..I am liking Bronze and Purple.

Have you tried the Lakme Drama Stylist Eye Crayons ? 
 
P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

Lakme Absolute Salon at Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 14

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Lakme Absolute Salon at Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 14

So as most of you must be knowing (and for those who don’t) there is this Lakme Absolute Salon everytime at Lakme Fashion Week..where girls get hair,makeup and nails done..
This time for nails and eyes there were these recently launched Illusion range..
Did you read about the new Lakme Absolute Illusion Limited Edition Range HERE ? I have the swatches of the all 5 eye shadows also for you guys..that saved for the next post..for now..check out this gorgeous metallic nail paints..
The eye shadows are priced at Rs.750/- and the nail paints at Rs.200/-
Four shades that are a part of Illusion Range are:
  • Ethereal
  • Desire
  • Illusion
  • Fantasy

I got the nails done in the shade ‘Illusion’. This is the nail section..

Illusion is a metallic lilac silver..one prettty shade it is ! I loved it..in fact all four shades in this range look great..
There is a hair makeover section and a makeup section too..Remember my hair last time (see HERE)
This time since the Salon was set up inside Hyatt itself..heat could not be used and hence there were only upstyles and braids..which I was not too keen on..so did not go for the hair makeover this time..only got my nails done..
I attended the Lakme Absolute Illusion Masterclass (Read about it HERE) and 2 shows-
Papa Don’t Preach/ Ken Ferns/ Gaga/ Sonaakshi Raaj (Ken Ferns’ Showstopper was Gauahar Khan and Sonaakshi Raaj’s Showstopper was Prachi Desai)
Anushkha Khanna/ Ashdeen/ Zhen & Mossi
And finally this is what I wore..
Hot Pink Blazer: Shown HERE
Striped top- Shown HERE
Shoes- Shown HERE and HERE
‘Moschino’ Belt- Romwe
Bag- Romwe (Shown HERE)
So I hope you liked the pics..which shade of the LE Illusion Range interests you ? Have you tried any ?
Do let me know in the comments below..

Maybelline Pink Alert Lipstick POW1 Review, Swatches

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Maybelline Pink Alert Lipstick POW1 Review, Swatches
 
What the Company claims: PINK ALERT BY COLOR SENSATIONAL
Amp up your lips in the hottest pink. In 4 bright pink shades.
 
· PASSIONATE PINK COLOR only from our vivid color pigments
· CREAMIER FEEL only from our nourishing honey nectar
Check our more HERE
MRP: Rs. 375/- for 3.9g
 
Shades Available:
  • POW1
  • POW2
  • POW3
  • POW4

Maybelline came up with these pretty pink lipsticks called Pink Alert just before Valentine’s Day..and these were so perfectly launched for the apt day.

They come in pretty pink packaging..the packaging is the same as the Maybelline Colorsensational range..but prettier and pinker.

They are creamy and quite pigmented..and stay on for 4-5 hours..even after drinking and eating proper dinner..the color had just faded a little..I am quite impressed by the staying power.

POW1 is a blue based neon pink..a super bright pink..that does not even show the true color in picture..but looks amazing in person..MAC Pink Pigeon dupe..but do not wear this shade when flash is going to be used..I did the mistake..it makes you look ghastly with flash.



Here it is on moi..

Pros: 

1. The Packaging is pretty. 
2. They are very creamy and glide on well. 
3. Nicely pigmented and stays on better than other creamy lipsticks…they stay for around 4-5 hours and do not fade completely. 
4. Amazing pinks..I actually loved all 4 pinks ! This one is for pink lovers..
5. Economical. 
 
Cons: 
1. Pow1 looks ghastly with flash.
2. Looks blotchy when layered quiet a few times..you need to remove the previous first and reapply for touch ups.
 
Overall, this range has great pinks..and there is one for everyone..there is a neon pink, coral pink, fuchsia pink..you will find your favorite pink or pinks 😉 I am going to buy POW2 next..I love that one too..Highly Recommended !
 
Rating: 
 
Quality: 4.25/5 
Value for money: 4/5 
Availability: 4/5 
 
Overall rating: 4/5 
 
Would I buy it again: Yes..POW2 is next.
 
Have you tried the Maybelline Pink Alert Lipsticks ?

Oriflame Beauty Studio Artist Gel Liner Review, Swatches

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Oriflame Beauty Studio Artist Gel Liner Review, Swatches

What the Company claims: Oriflame Beauty Studio Artist Gel Eyeliner gives the precision line of liquid eyeliner for professional and smudge-free results.  The smooth texture of the gel eye liner delivers rich color and even coverage and ensures long-lasting luring eyes for up to 24 hours. It comes with a slanted brush applicator that gives smooth and flawless effects.

MRP: Rs.449/- for 3g

It comes in a small glass pot and a small slanted brush alongwith..

Its rich and deep..and matte black..good pigmentation..can be easily layered..I quite like it for tighlining..gives precise definition..

Texture wise, it is quite soft but not that smooth..I like the fact that the small brush can be used for travel and no need to carry a separate brush..but for regular use,I wish it came with a longer brush too,as holding that small brush and lining is sometimes difficult.

It stays on for 8 hours plus on my upper lashline with minimal fading. But it sets quickly and layering over it does not go smooth.

Pros:

1. Rich black
2. Very creamy.
3. Glides on well..no tugging or pulling.
4. Small travel friendly brush.
5. Stays put quiet long.
6. Its often available at a discount..and the qty is more than other gel liners..like Maybelline and L’oreal..so quite economical.

Cons:

1. I wish there was a longer brush too along.
2. Available only through reps.

Overall, I would say its a nice rich black, matte gel liner..and buttery in texture..comes with a nice travel friendly brush too..if you love gel liners, you should definitely try this.

Rating:

Quality: 3.6/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 3.5/5

Overall rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again: Maybe

Have you tried the Oriflame Beauty Studio Artist Gel Eyeliner ??

Sleek MakeUP Blush By 3 Californ.I.A, Pink Lemonade Review, Swatches

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Sleek MakeUP Blush By 3 Californ.I.A and Pink Lemonade Review, Swatches
 
So, after the Garden of Eden i-Divine Palette, its time for the Blush by 3 now.
 
What the Company claims: The ultimate cheeky palette offering you three times the impact. Includes three complementary shades, each designed with its own distinctive finish, from rich shimmers to intense cream and matte shades.
 
Available in six unique colour combinations designed to suit all skin tones
Each shade can be used alone, or layered for a unique look
Each palette has a versatile selection of shades to take your makeup from day to night and keep it on trend from season to season
Set in a mirrored compact, ideal for touch-ups throughout the day
 
Weight – 20g/ 0.68oz
 
About: Blush by 3 in Californ.I.A and Pink Lemonade! Californ.I.A is inspired by the sun, sand and surf of Californian beach life. Whilst the inspiration behind Pink Lemonade is the traditional, old fashioned English tea party with three decadent pinks.
 
MRP: £9.99/$14.99
 
Don’t they look gorgeous ? Californ.I.A has all 3 cream blushes and Pink Lemonade has 2 powder and one cream..
 
They have this regular black Sleek MakeUP packaging..and come with a mirror inside..all three individual shades inside have names too.
 
Pink Lemonade:
 
Icing Sugar : Cool toned pink with silver shimmer
Macaroon : Cool toned medium pink..quite creamy and wears good
Pink Mint : Medium rusty orange..fab shade !
 
Swatches- Unblended- Pink Mint, Macaroon, Icing Sugar (L-R)
Swatches- Blended- Pink Mint, Macaroon, Icing Sugar (L-R)
Californ.I.A :
 
Newport Peach: Medium Coral Pink
The Surf: Light Peach with gold shimmer..good for lighter skin tones
OC: Medium Coral Orange
 
Newport Peach, The Surf, OC (L-R)
The shades in Pink Lemonade are more suited for lighter skin tones..though Pink Mint looks great on our skin tones too. Icing Sugar is kind of ok..a little powdery too as you can see from the swatches.
 
The shades in Californ.I.A would suit medium skin tones..except The Surf..which is a light peach.
 
They have amazing pigmentation and a great wear time too..comes with a mirror..and cream blush I prefer using my hands to apply..only need a brush for the powder ones..
 
Coral lovers jump on Californ.I.A !
 
Both these are love at first sight..Highly recommend them.
 
Have you tried the Sleek MakeUP Blush by 3 ??
 
P.S: PR Samples. Honest Review.

Sleek MakeUP Garden of Eden Palette Review, Swatches

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Sleek MakeUP i-Divine Garden of Eden Palette Review, Swatches
 
I had mentioned about the Sleek MakeUP’s new Garden of Eden launch HERE.
 
I finally received this palette and the blushes..after a long wait ! And sadly, I also had to pay customs on it :/ 🙁 But anyways, coming back to the palette.
 
 
It comes in the normal Sleek MakeUP palette black packaging..and also with the regular mirror and a two sided sponge applicator..
 
RRP £7.99
 
The cover also had instructions behind on how to use the shades, this time.
 
 
Sleek MakeUP says: Enhance what Mother Nature gave you with the striking, beautiful colours of Sleek MakeUP’s new Garden of Edeni-Divine Palette. 
 
 
An earthy, nature inspired palette that echoes the hues of a stunning tropical jungle with dusky purples, earthy browns and organic greens.
 
Garden of Eden i-Divine delivers the iconic 12high pigmented eye shadows associated with Sleek MakeUP once again, with shades such as Paradise On Earth, Eve’s Kiss and Gates Of Eden. Each fresh, vibrant shade stays true from day to night and blends together beautifully to create any look you desire from soft and subtle, to dazzling and dramatic,suited to all skin tones. This is a beautiful palette made up of an array of earthy, nature inspired hues that echo a stunning tropical jungle with dusky purples, earthy browns and organic greens.
 
The swatches are all one swipe.
 
 
 

Shades are :

Gates of Eden : Warm Coppery orange gold
Eve’s Kiss : Metallic lilac pink
Paradise on Earth : Warm taupe purple
Python : Again a deeper taupe brown
Forbidden : Matte grey with gold shimmer..but dry in texture..not that pigmented.
Flora : Matte brick reddish brown..again a little dry
 
 
 
Entwined : Matte Medium taupe brown with gold shimmer..little dry and chalky
Adam’s Apple : Matte light apple green
Fig : Light metallic green gold
Evergreen : Metallic mid green
Fauna : Metallic forest green
Tree of Life : Matte forest green

 
It has the perfect mix of neutrals and greens..and taupe lovers like me would love the taupes it offers..I am not a fan of green shadows as such..but sometimes the deeper forest green ones like Tree of Life make for a super sexy green smokey eye !
 
Pigmentation wise, as usual the metallic ones were amazingly pigmented..but the matte ones were drier and needed layering..With a primer, these stay for 8-9 hours.
 
Overall, I would say if you love greens and taupes, then this palette is specially made for you 😀 But its a good mix of neutrals and brights. Recommended.
 
It launched on 15th Jan..and is available on sleekmakeup.com and Superdrug stores..
Have you tried the Sleek MakeUP Garden of Eden Palette ?
 
P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review.

February My Envy Box Review

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February My Envy Box Review

If you follow me on Instagram, you must have seen My Envy Box pictures I had posted..I am loving this month’s My Envy Box..
If you don’t know about My Envy Box, read HERE.
And plus there is one bonus product this time..so there are six in total..there is one Givenchy perfume sample for the man in your life..in this Valentine month..and the Valentin Special box.
I loved my peach colored box. Check my January box HERE. Also loved the colorful cloth bag it came in..
I also got this letter..which says if you invite one friend and she joins, you get one month’s box for free 😀 And also the boxes in the coming months..very interesting ones..and the new makeup brands that are going to be a part..I am expecting Givenchy :p
MRP: Rs.850/-
The products I received:
  • Givenchy Gentleman Only (Smells Awesome!)
  • Givenchy Dahlia Noir (Loved it too)
  • Thalgo Collagen Cream- 2ml x 2
  • Rene Furterer Carthame Moisturizing Milk Shampoo- 15ml
  • Eminence Organics Chocolate Mousse Hydration Masque
  • Forest Essentials Sugared Rose Petal Lip Balm- Full size – 5g
The best part in the box for me was the Forest Essentials lip balm..it smells amazing..and the full size balm costs Rs.595/- which almost covers the 3/4th price of the box..loved both the Givenchy perfumes too..and the Eminence Organics Chocolate Masque. I would have liked the Crabtree & Evelyn Hand Cream instead of the Thalgo Collagen Cream and/or Rene Furterer Shampoo though.
You also get cards for 10% off on all these products on their site. Also, there is a special Givenchy consultation, makeover and a surprise gift card.
Overall I loved the box and products..except for 1-2 here and there as mentioned. But I am surely hooked to it ! Highly recommended. You can get yours HERE.
Have you tried the My Envy Box ? 

Maybelline Instaglam Valentine Edition Box

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Maybelline Instaglam Valentine Edition Box

Remember the Maybelline Instaglam Christmas Edition box I posted about..see the link.

Well, Maybelline has come up with a Valentine Special Edition again..and let me tell you, the box has even more awesome stuff..
My favorite Color Tattoo and their very recent launch Lip Polish. And the Colossal Kajal, Hypercurl Mascara and the Color Show Nail Paint are still there as in the previous box.
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, Maybelline New York has put together an extravagant spread of products in our Limited Edition InstaGlam Box.The InstaGlam Box contains a variety of Maybelline’s hottest products, in a single box!
I loved the pink box with a heart..super cute packaging !
It contains the Colossal Kajal, Color Show Nail Color, Hypercurl Mascara, Color Tattoo and our newest best selling product, Lip Polish. 
Furthermore we even have 3 color variants – Red, Pink and Coral! 
Mine is the Coral one I am guessing..though the nail paint is red i.e. Keep Up the Flame..the lip polish is Glam 16 which is a rosy brown with golden shimmer..and the color tattoo is Fierce and Tangy..i.e. the orange one..
The total price of these products comes to Rs.1300/- but this box is available on all sites online for a price of Rs.999/- Its soo worth it..just go and grab..boys and husbands..please get it for your girlfriends and wives this Valentine’s..they are surely going to love it !!
Are you getting the Maybelline Valentine’s Instaglam box ? Do get it !!
P.S: PR Sample.

Oxyglow Bearberry and Grape Fairness Facewash Review

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Oxyglow Bearberry and Grape Fairness Skin Lightening Facewash Review

By Shruti

Product: Oxyglow Bearberry and Grape Fairness Facewash

Qty.: 110 ml.

Price: Rs.115/-

What the Company claims: The bearberry and grape fairness face wash helps in preventing roughness of skin by deep cleansing the pores. It helps in restoring the optimum moisture balance of the skin. It is a skin lightening fairness face wash which helps in maintaining the youthfulness of the skin as well.

Directions for Use: It is to be used twice an day followed up with oxyglow intensive moisturizing lotion.

Review

The oxyglow bearberry and grape fairness face wash looks very appealing. The entire look and feel of the product is interesting. Through the transparent tube the face wash is visible and it immediately ups our curiosity quotient. Small purplish blue beads / granules of the bearberry and grape extracts beg for attention. They keep us engaged and after a minute or so you end up realising it is not a toy (the beads going up and down is pretty fun) but a face wash.

Just like the looks, the aroma of this product is fruity and refreshing. How I wish I could go on writing only the good stuff about it. For me this face wash did not quiet work. I have a combination skin (leaning more towards dry skin) and an oily T-zone and when used upon, the face wash ended up making my skin (especially the area around the lips and chin) feel very dry instead of moisturizing it.

The fact that this product contains SLES (sodium lauryl ether sulphate), SLS (Sodium laureth sulphate) which is a cleansing and foaming agent is not reassuring. It could cause skin / eye irritation for those allergic to it. For me this was not a deterrent as I am not allergic to any of the above.

On the other hand some Grape seed, Aloe Vera, Bearberry and Chamomile extracts help in inducing a relaxing fragrance and feel to the skin. This product might work wonders for the oily skin type. It will surely provide some good moisture balancing and rejuvenation to the oily skin type.

As far as the packaging is concerned, it is a very convenient tube with a flip cap. The pricing is also fine.

Let me summarize this one for you all:-

Pros:

1. Attractive purple granules lends an appealing look 

2. Foams well

3. Very refreshing fragrance

4. Will work well for the oily skin type

5. Has many extracts of fruits (grape, bearberry etc) and plants (chamomile) 

6. Enriched with Vitamin E

7. Decent quantity and pricing

Cons:

1. Not suitable for all skin types

2. Contains some chemicals which could cause allergic reactions

3.  Feels little more chemical based than natural

Price Rating: 8/10

Availability: 8/10

Overall Rating: 6/10 

I might not buy it again, since it did not suite my skin type. For those with oily skin would you like to give it a try? Do let us know here!