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DIY Hairstyles with TRESemme India

TRESemme Ramp Ready Hair: DIY HairstylesHey everyone,

Are’nt we all always on the look out for DIY easy everyday hairstyles which can be done in minutes ? We all get bored of our normal look..and end up getting funky haircuts time and again..

Well worry not..now we have Tresemme India to our rescue..they have come up with easy DIY hairstyle videos..check them on their youtube channel HERE

I tried some of these hairstyles..Athena Braid, Butterfly Ponytail and the twisted hairband..so loving them !

Athena Braid

Here is the video of how to create an Athena Braid

Butterfly Ponytail

I loved the Butterfly Ponytail…its quiet easy and can be done in a minute..

Twisted Hairband

And the twisted hairband too


Please note, hairstyles may appear a little different on me coz I have layered hair and not straight.

Messy Hair Bun

And last but not the least my go to messy hair bun..here is a step by step guide..

1. Brush through hair to get rid of knots.
2. Hold hair up in a high ponytail.
3. Holding the end with one hand, start twisting the hair around the end in a clockwise direction.
4. Tuck the ends inside.
5. Secure with a rubber band.
6. Done !

I hope you like these styles..which did you like the most ?

Which hair styles did you try from the TRESemme videos ?

Thalgo Sweet & Savoury Body Scrub Review

Thalgo Sweet & Savoury Body Scrub Review

What the Company claims: For whom?

All women wanting to exfoliate and purify their skin with a nourishing, regenerating and multi-sensorial product.


Description 

A delicious combination of Sea Salt, Cassonade Sugar and plant Essential Oils, this scrub has a unique bi-phase texture to help eliminate rough patches, smooth the skin and leave it feeling beautifully soft. Delicately fragranced with notes of Mediterranean Essential Oils, your skin is left smooth, toned, and radiant.

Indocéane Spa Ritual

Blissful dreams on a Far Eastern journey
with four sensory stopovers, combining beauty results with a unique spa experience.

– Mediterranean Stopover:
A prelude with Citrus flavours

– Egyptian Stopover:
Relax on the Nile

– Indian Stopover:
Tranquility on the sacred Ganges

– Chinese Stopover:
The temple of Beauty

Directions: Mix well using the spatula provided and apply the Sweet & Savoury Scrub on to damp skin using circular movements.Rinse carefully. Recommended for use 1 or 2 times per week.

Active Ingredients:

Qi-Marine (brown algae extract)
– Protects the cell and helps repair it
– Helps combat cellular stress

Mediterranean Essential Oils
-Purify
– Soothe, relax

Sea Salt and Brown Sugar
– Polish the body, ensure effective exfoliation

Sacred Lotus
– Calms, soothes

INCI: Sucrose ,Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Oleyl Erucate, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate,Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil ,Tocopheryl Acetate ,Undaria Pinnatifida Extract ,Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil ,Aqua (Water) ,Sodium Chloride, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract ,Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil ,Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Oil ,Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil ,Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Leaf Oil ,Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil ,Tocopherol ,Phenoxyethanol ,Limonene ,Citral

MRP: Rs. 3560/- for 250g

It comes in a fat round glass jar with a white tin cap..brimming with the product…the first whiff of it..and you smell algae and citrus and sugar and sea salt and the essential oils..a complete blend of all exotic stuff..

The sugar granules and sea salt help in exfoliation while all the essential oils moisturise the skin at the same time..and the aroma makes you feel like you are in a spa..it leaves skin baby butt like super soft..and helps with ingrown and all issues coz exfoliates the skin and gets rid of the dead skin cells..

Pros:

1. Smells amazing. (read yummy)
2. Perfect ingredients.
3. Makes skin super soft.
4. Helps exfoliate skin and gets rid of ingrowths..
5. Amazing blend of essential oils moisturise and smoothen the exfoliated skin.
6. Does not feel very harsh.
7. 250g is a good qty..but how long it can be used depends on how much you use every time.
8. Organic and without harsh chemicals.

Cons:

1. Super expensive.
2. Available only online..on flipkart and some other sites.

Overall I do love it..and the spa like experience it gives..and the baby soft smooth skin it leaves one with..but Thalgo sure is a luxury..this can be made at home with sugar, sea salts and essential oils…though you won’t get the exact same thing..I would recommend it if you feel like indulging yourself in some luxury..well don’t we all need some pampering at times ? 😉

Rating:

Quality: 4.25/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 3.5/5

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: May be..if I feel like indulging in some luxury..lasts more than a single spa session obviously..

Have you tried anything from Thalgo ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

My Experience with Indiacircus.com

My Experience with Indiacircus.com

About: India Circus Retail Pvt. Ltd. offers contemporary-chic, sophisticated, and affordable style for various areas of your life, from home decor to personal accessories. With an All-Indian palette, we draw our inspiration from both Mughal Royalty as well as road-side chai. We offer a diverse and distinct array of moods and tones, which we feel represents India.

India Circus seeks to curate the essence of life in India, and transcribe this loud and colorful experience into contemporary and sophisticated style. From luminescent lamps to totes a la mode, we have a lot to offer for various corners of your life!

The vibrancy of the colors combined with the nuanced heritage of the designs makes each piece created at India Circus exceptional. All of our creations offer sophistication with a dash of ‘Indian-ness,’ without draining your wallets.

Its the brainchild of Krsna Mehta and Devaki Khimji with Hadi Curtay’s technological inputs..

When you first see the site, you see bright colors ! They blend Indian art in home decor..you see paisley prints, Mughal designs..and everything from rugs to bags to holders, photo frames, coasters, platters, cushion covers, mugs, sippers, paintings, furniture, card holders, ipad sleeves, towels, trays, notebooks, wall clocks, mouse pads, etc..

They accept all forms of payment including COD and have free shipping above Rs.600/- below which..there is a charge of Rs.59/-..they also have vouchers you can gift to someone..on their marriage, etc..so that they can pick whatever they like..and they ship to 200 countries worldwide..

I received a confirmation call and mail after placing the order..and received the stuff in 1-2 days..quite quick..and it was very neatly packed..

I ordered this pink Tamara royal palace handbag..This Tamara Handbag depicts a palace in lovely earthy tones, and has a delicate canvas of white and pink flowers that beautifully falls over the image. The fabric handbag, which comes with a zipper. I am loving it..quite pretty and spacious…

If you are setting up a new home, I did surely recommend checking this site..I am sure you would love the stuff..I am definitely shopping again..

Have you shopped from Indiacircus.com?

OOTD: Blue Blazer, Mint Denims

OOTD: Blue Blazer, Mint Denims
I am back with an OOTD..Remember the sapphire blue blazer of my wd.cm haul..shown HERE

Ya obviously I tried it 😀 I paired it with this sheer white long sleeved dog print shirt from Ahaishopping..looks soo cute..and my mint denims..

Completed the look with stack of bangles and a heart shaped silver necklace..and my purple Aiva wedges..

Shirt: Ahaishopping
Blazer: wd.cm
Stack of bangles: wd.cm
Heart necklace: wd.cm
Mint Denims: Dubai
Shoes: Aiva (Shown HERE)
Watch: Aldo

On nails: Faces Ultimate Pro Nail Lacquer Peppermint

Did you like the outfit ?

Maybelline Hypersharp Eyeliner Review, Swatches

Maybelline Eyestudio Hypersharp Ultra-Fine Liner Review, Swatches

Together, lets experience the new generation of liquid liners; introducing the HYPERSHARP ULTRA-FINE LINER!

Now, let your eyes go straight to the point with the sharpest line ever.

0.05mm fine tip liquid liner – the sharpest point, the most precise line.

Why You’ll Love It

  • 0.05 mm exclusive soft-touch brush applicator lets you create ultra-exact, ultra-thin lines with easy control
  • Super rich, carbon-enhanced black delivers lines that shine, for a hyper defined intense eye look
  • Precise coverage to fill in holes between each and every lash
  • Smudge-proof to last all day
  • Waterproof, sweat resistant and sebum resistant
  • Easy removal with warm water & does not stain eyelids
  • Safe for sensitive eyes and ophthalmologist-tested
  • Contact lens safe

Expert Tip on how to apply eye liner

1. Draw a line from inner corner to outer.
2. Design patterns with the razor sharp tip for beautiful eyes.

Experience the new generation of waterproof liquid eyeliner

MRP: Rs.375/- for 0.5g

Its a pen style liner..with a super duper fine tip..rich, dark, jet black…and such fine controlled precision..I am soooo loving it..does’nt this sum up the whole review ? 😉

Instructions:

It lets you easily line the eyes in any style..be it thin, thick, winged, thicker winged…you name it..and you can do it..its the easiest liner possible even for a total newbie..or a person with shaky hands..with the amount of precision it gives..you just cannot go wrong..

And its jet black and pigmented..and gives rich color in one swipe..no need to go over again and again..as with some sheer liners..

Stays whole day without budging even on oily lids ! And its waterproof !

I have done a thin and a thick winged liner here with it..

Pros:

1. Pigmented..gives a deep color in one single swipe.
2. Rich jet black.
3. Stays put whole day.
4. 0.05 mm gives super precision.
5. Is not completely waterproof but does not budge or smear and is smudgeproof indeed..
6. Precise coverage to fill in holes between each and every lash…does as claimed..no gaps..
7. Super duper easy to use..even for a newbie.
8. You can do any style of eyeliner with it..thin or thick..
9. Economical..compared to other liners..though I do not know how long would 0.5g last..would update later..
10. Travel friendly..easy to carry around..the cap shuts tight.

Cons:

No cons

Yess..this eyeliner has no cons at all..I could not think of any…I so lovee it..its like an answer to every girl’s eyeliner problem ! I so so love it..highly recommend it..I only wish now Maybelline does not increase its price anytime soon :/

Read about it on the Maybelline site HERE

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 5/5

I guess its the first time that we have a 5/5 product !!

Would I buy it again: Any doubts ?!

Have you tried the Maybelline Hypersharp Ultra-Fine Liner ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review.

OOTD: Black on Black

OOTD: Black on Black
So this is what I wore at the Lakme Fashion Week..

My trusted black blazer and black denims..paired them with a sand tee,sea green belt and wedges and the cognac brown bag (shown HERE)

The highlight was the statement necklace..

Tee: Globus
Denims: Kraus
Blazer: Sheinside
Bag: thboxes
Necklace, Cuff, Belt: Romwe
Watch: Aldo
Wedges: wd.cm

Did you like the outfit ?

3 Essential Oils That Are Extremely Healthy For You

3 Essential Oils That Are Extremely Healthy For You
 
Three wonderfully healthful essential oils are peppermint, lavender and clove. These essential oils are power-packed with healthy properties. Peppermint essential oil is a favorite among those that need an extra boost of energy. Lavender essential oil can do so much more than relieve stress at the end of a long day. Clove oil, long used in dental offices, has many lesser-known health benefits too. Combining these three essential oils into a daily routine is a great way to boost one’s overall health.
 
 
Peppermint Essential Oil
 
Peppermint is an incredibly strong essential oil. It has extremely healthy benefits. Peppermint oil has shown great benefits for digestive ailments. Adding a few drops to a humidifier is perfect for colds and congestion. Peppermint essential oil contains menthol and can help soothe sore muscles. Peppermint essential oil is also known for its ability to aid in energy and alertness. Great care should be taken when using peppermint essential oil. If it is to be taken orally, a professional should be consulted. It is an incredibly strong essential oil. It should be food grade and a professional should be consulted regarding dosages.
 
Lavender Essential Oil
 
Lavender is an incredibly versatile essential oil. It has numerous healthy benefits. Lavender has been known to reduce tension and stress through aromatherapy. Its delightful fragrance is perfect for unwinding after a long day. In addition to the aromatherapy benefits, lavender essential oil has various health benefits. Lavender essential oil has also been used as a natural disinfectant for scalps and skin care. Many people report its ability to enhance blood circulation. Lavender oil has also been used to treat respiratory issues. As a pain reliever, lavender essential oil is wonderful for soothing muscle aches, rheumatism and minor sprains. Lavender is also used in association with treating various urinary problems. This versatile essential oil also increases intestinal motility and helps with indigestion, colic, diarrhea and vomiting. It would be foolish to go without this wonderful, healthy essential oil.

 
Clove Essential Oil
 
Clove essential oil has tremendous health benefits. It is known to have antifungal, antiseptic, antiviral and antimicrobial properties. Clove oil has commonly been used in dental offices. It contains eugenol. It is an ingredient in many dental products and medications. Clove oil has also been helpful in wound care due to its antiseptic properties. Clove essential oil is well known to help with a variety of disorders. Clove oil can help with circulation, nausea, indigestion, earaches and even respiratory problems. Clove Oil also helps in healing acne.
 
Read more about essential oils HERE

Do you use essential oils ?

Maybelline BB Stick Review, Swatches

Maybelline Clear Glow Bright Benefit Stick Fawn Review, Swatches
What the Company claims: Flawless, radient skin + 12hr shine control + 8 benefits in just 1 step!

1. Mineral clay formula guarantees 12hr shine control.

2. Contains Salicylic acid to manage combination & oily skin.

3. Provides a soft, matte and radiant finish.

4. Sweat-resistant and sebum – resistant formula leaves skin fresh all day.

5. Hides appearance of pores & imperfection.

6. Contains SPF 21/PA+++ that protects skin from sun damage.

7. Instantly evens skin tone.

8. Provides a power-light feel on skin.

Easy to use
Dermatologist Tested
Wont clog pores
Suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin
ALLERGY TESTED
SUITABLE FOR ACNE PRONE SKIN

Price: Rs.250/- for 10g

How to use: Swipe BB Stick on your forehead, nose, cheeks and chin.
Blend in an outward direction towards hairline and jawline using quick, short strokes.
Finally, you could also apply a little Kajal and Lip Balm for a great natural look.

Available in 2 shades:

1.Radiance (Fair)

2. Fawn (Medium)

Maybelline BB Stick comes in a swivel twist up packaging with a plastic cap..comes in 2 shades..Radiance for fairer skin tones and Fawn for medium to dark..Fawn is a little darker and yellower for me..Fawn would suit skin tones NC 40 and above..I have not checked out Radiance..so I am not sure how light it is..but I heard its ashy and does not have yellow undertones.

Thats the whole qty

It needs to be swiped around all over the face in 2-3 strokes..nose, forehead, area around the mouth, cheeks, jawline and neck..and blended using fingers in outward direction..either you can use it directly from the stick..or if you have acne prone skin or tend to share makeup, take it on your clean fingers and apply and blend away.

The first time I used this..I did not like it much..2nd day I liked it..3rd day I liked it even more..actually the longer time you wear this you will love it more..coz it keeps the skin matte and shine free..and gives a nice glowy effect and cuts the dullness from the face…plus gives decent coverage..and looks better after a few hours.

It gives medium coverage and covers redness, dark circles, etc well..but acne scars would need concealer above it..keeps the skin matte..mine is combination and I did not feel the need to use a powder or even touch up..coz skin looked the same and shine free..

It has SPF21 and Salicylic acid..so sun protection plus good for acne prone skin..it is so easy to carry anywhere..and use just with your fingers..

Here is it..unblended and blended..

Pros:

1. Gives medium coverage.
2. Easy to use and carry along.
3. Blends easily with fingers..and effortless to use anywhere.
4. Has SPF 21 PA+++
5. Keeps skin shine and oil free for 5-6 hours.
6. Stays all day long..and looks better by the end of the day.
7. Gives a nice glow to the skin and cuts out dullness from the face.
8. Salicylic acid helps heal acne..so good for acne prone skin too.
9. Reduces the appearance of pores.
10. Cost effective at Rs.250/- and 10g is a good qty too..this would last long..unlike the very less qty of the BB cream.

Cons:

1. Accentuates dry patches..dry skin would need a very heavy moisturiser before using this..
2. Radiance is light and Fawn is dark..most of us fall in between..there should have been minimum 4 shades launched in this.

Overall I quite liked this..I only need to use a good moisturiser underneath it..and I would have loved it more, if I had a shade that would have matched correctly..but nonetheless..it does blend in like second skin..but just a little yellower and darker.

I surely recommend this..if you around NC 40-42..this would quite suit you..and if you oily skinned..grab this now..

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 4/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried the Maybelline BB Stick? Do you like it ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review.

Importance of Sunscreen

Importance of Sunscreen
Guest Post
We have time and again read and heard about how important sunscreen is..check this post for the harmful effects of the sun on our skin. It ages the skin unbelievably fast.

Now we cannot be 100% safe and protected..but what we can do is atleast use a good broad spectrum sunscreen.

You may even skip a moisturiser, but never a sunscreen. One should use a sunscreen according to their skin types, like gel based for oily skin or a lotion or a thicker texture for dry skin.

Some believe we do not need a sunscreen when indoors..even though we are indoors there are UVA rays passing through everything though in lesser amounts, be it your PC or laptop screens or tubelights or windows,etc..we should use a SPF 30 sunscreen atleast once a day even though indoors.

Sun blocks and sunscreens are used interchangeably..there is no such thing that can block sun rays..its just a way to market.

And lastly higher SPF does not denote more protection. SPF i.e Sun Protection Factor only denotes the time we can spend exposed to sun. Eg : If a person gets tanned in 10 minutes in the sun without sunscreen, SPF 30 would protect him for 30*10=300 minutes and SPF 50 for 50*10=500 minutes, after which he would need to reapply the sunscreen.

So never ever skip a sunscreen..cover up, wear your shades and lather up on the sunscreen before stepping out this summers..

Do you use sunscreen everyday ??

All About Airbrush Makeup

All About Airbrush Makeup

Guest Post

Airbrush makeup is makeup sprayed onto the skin using an airbrush instead of being applied with sponges, brushes, fingers, or other methods. It is popular in film, theater, and sunless tanning; although systems designed for personal cosmetic use in the home are also available.

Very thin layer of foundation is used, which is layered again and again untill a flawless smooth base is achieved.

More often for the red carpet appearances, celebrities have been buffed to perfection with thin layers of foundation applied skillfully through a flick of their makeup artists’ wrist using spray on makeup.

Traditional powder or liquid based make-up can settle and appear in pores and wrinkles and be visible on HD film. As the makeup is sprayed on, it connects with the skin as millions of droplets of formula.The formula can create an even, sheer, natural appearance to the skin that, if applied properly for a natural look, can appear natural and non-heavy like traditional makeup. Airbrush makeup wears longer than traditional powder or liquid foundation, able to stay put upwards of 12–24 hours.

Airbrush makeup is also available for eye shadow, blush, eyebrows and lips and can be layered, shaded, highlighted and contoured. Application wise, the technique is more sanitary than traditional makeup application due the artist never having to touch the skin. It’s also faster, if done by a trained artist.

An airbrushing gun shaped like a pen is used..and few drops of liquid foundation especially made for airbrush is used matching your skintone which is then sprayed in layers all over the face covering the whole face.

Airbrush makeup is applied by layering several passes of makeup. This allows the artists to build upon previous layers to produce subtle changes. When applying foundation between 6-12 drops of makeup is used. The makeup is sprayed onto the face at a distance of 6-12 inches

Have you tried airbrush makeup ??

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