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Nivea Body Lotions Review

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Nivea Body Lotions Review

Hi guys,

So I got these 4 body lotions from Nivea to try out and review for you guys, and I did so one by one, here are my thoughts on each.

They have an interesting concept of hydration, they have 1 to 5 range of hydration and each body lotion would fall in between 1 to 5 where 1 is light and 5 is the most rich lotion. Also each lotion also mentions if it is meant for ‘dry skin’, ‘very dry skin’ or ‘all skin types’. The smaller bottles comes in a curved shape, and the sizes vary from the smallest bottle to the huge 400ml pump bottle. The smaller ones are perfect for travel and the pump ones are handy and quick to use at home.

Nivea Smooth Milk Body Lotion

What the Company claims: The new non-greasy softening formula now with double amount of precious Shea Butter, repairs skin dryness to give deep moisturisation and long lasting smoothness.

The moisturising body milk for dry skin

Experience a unique care experience. NIVEA Smooth Milk Body Lotion with Hydra IQ and Shea Butter provides long-lasting moisture. The formula absorbs quickly and pampers your skin with a velvety feel. For an irresistibly beautiful skin: NIVEA Smooth Milk Body Lotion.

RESULT:

The formula with Hydra IQ technology provides long-lasting moisture.
Cares for the skin with a formula with valuable shea butter.
Velvety texture is quickly absorbed and gives a smooth feel.
Apply regularly to experience a smoother and softer skin for days

The formula with Hydra IQ, reactivates your skin’s own moisture network to give 24 hour moisturisation with just one use.

Long-lasting softness and protection

MRP: Rs.210/- for 200ml (BUY HERE for 183)

Ingredients & Claims:

This Smooth Milk Body Lotion falls in the mid in the light to rich parameters, so it would be ideal for all skin types, especially in winters. In summers, would suggest it for dry skin. It is slightly runny but easy to blend and gets absorbed quickly.

It has shea butter and is quite moisturizing yet not super rich at the same time. If you are someone with very dry skin and use only body butters, you might feel the need to reapply at the end of the day, for me it gives just enough hydration and I do not feel the need to reapply.

I love the soft floral smell and definitely recommend this to everyone.

Nivea Oil in Lotion Cocoa Nourish Body Lotion

What the Company claims: Enriched with coconut oil and cocoa butter. The formula with Hydra IQ, reactivates your skin’s own moisture network to give 24 hour moisturisation with just one use. It provides deep moisture and smoothes away dullness

MRP: Rs.215/- for 200ml, Rs.330/- for 400ml (BUY HERE for 264)

Ingredients & Claims:

It has coconut oil and cocoa butter, as the name goes ‘Oil in Lotion’, it has actual oil and is obviously on the richer side. It is 4th in their light to rich parameter. It’s a little thicker and not like a lotion, but like a liquidy body butter. It takes some time to blend and has a cocoa smell. Quite moisturising and perfect for the current winters and for people with dry skin. Even dry skin will not feel the need of reapplication, skin stays hydrated, moist and supple throughout the day. Perfect for people with dry, itchy, flaky skin, you should give this a try.

Nivea Body Milk Nourishing Lotion

What the Company claims:The formula with Almond oil softens the skin. Give your very dry skin intensive care. Long-lasting softness and protection

MRP: Rs.299/- for 400ml (BUY HERE)

Ingredients & Claims:

This comes in the rich category and is 5th in their hydration parameters, so it is one of the richest (or the most rich) Nivea body lotion. Surprisingly it is quite runny and not as gooey and thick and blends easily too. It has a soft floral smell. Going by the texture and the way it blends easily, you will not expect it to be that hydrating or rich. But the skin feels super soft and smooth in an instant, I think it is all thanks to the almond oil in it. Though I would recommend this for dry to very dry skin and people who have itchy, flaky dry skin, this would be the perfect  post shaving body lotion for everyone. As it rich but not sticky and greasy and is super easy to apply. Definitely recommend this!

Nivea Extra Whitening Cell Repair & UV Protect Body Lotion

What the Company claims:

  • Formulated with super fruit extracts of camu camu and acerola cherry, this lotion offers 50 times higher Vitamin C*, and helps to repair the years of dullness and damage on skin
  • The formula with SPF 15 is free of Paraben, Mineral Oil, Colorants and Bleaching, proven to protect the skin from sun effectively without leaving harmful residues
  • NIVEA Extra Whitening Cell Repair and UV Protect Lotion with SPF 15 helps repair: Accumulated dull damaged skin, dark spots, uneven skin tone, rough skin, flaky skin, cracked skin, itchy skin
  • Visible Results in 2 weeks

MRP: Rs.347/- for 350ml (BUY HERE for 278)

Ingredients & Claims:

It is the one of the most expensive of all Nivea Body Lotions, but I would say rightly so. One of my friend never gets tanned during summers even when she wears sleeveless and when I asked, she said she swears by the Nivea Extra Whitening Body Lotion. You know those tan lines of sleeves, shorts, necklines, etc, they are the most irritating. And although we have a lot of DIY’s to remove tan (Read HERE), admit it we are too lazy most of the times and if a body lotion moisturizes our skin and removes our tan at the same time plus gives SPF, then why not! We all need such good things 😀

It is quite runny and super light, it falls 2nd in their hydration parameter, I would not recommend it for winters as you would need to reapply quite a few times but for summers, this is an absolute must have! Get SPF, get rid of your tan plus moisturise your skin, this is all in one and more. It has 50 x Vitamin C and will also work on spots and uneven skin tone, we do work on our face and use all the Vitamin E and C for it, but hardly ever for our body, and body obviously needs equal care and attention.

I would highly recommend this one for summers.

L-R: Nivea Smooth Milk, Cocoa Nourish, Body Milk, Extra Whitening

Overall I would say I love the fact that all Nivea Body Lotions come in different sizes from the smallest to the biggest and different price points, each one is meant for different skin type and use, and can be used accordingly. I suggest Smooth Milk & Extra Whitening for Summers and Cocoa Nourish and Body Milk for winters.

Have you tried Nivea Body Lotions? Which one is your favourite?

Nivea Whitening Sensitive Deodorant Review

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Nivea Whitening Sensitive Deodorant Review

What the Company claims:

  • New Nivea Whitening Sensitive Deodorant repairs your skin to give you fairer underarms without any irritation.
  • It has 0 % alcohol and doesn’t harm the skin.
  • This deodorant contains licorice extracts that repair damage skin to give smooth, even toned underarms.
  • It provides soft, fresh fragrance for long lasting protection.

MRP: Rs.199/- for 150ml (Available on Flipkart for Rs.174/-)

Ingredients: Butane, Isobutane, Propane, Cyclomethicone, Aluminium Chlorohydrate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Persea Gratissima Oil, Octyldodecanol, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Demethicone, Propylene Carbonate, Dimethiconol, Parfum.

To start with, I love the soft, refreshing smell. Its kinda like baby powder. And it stays for a long time..though not 24/48 hours.

Its very handy and compact to carry around in your bag too. It has 0% alcohol and the oils in the ingredients give it a very hydrating feel. Skin feels smoother and softer. It was very gentle on the skin and did not irritate the skin. I never use deodorants directly on underarms, but this one is meant to whiten your underarms and I first tried it on my hand and found it very gentle and hydrating and so went on with using it for the underarms. It also claims to be antiperspirant and works to a certain level.

Even when used on clothes, it does not stain them white. And the fragrance stays for a long time.

With continued usage, you seem some slight difference in your underarms. Coz licorice extracts are meant to work on dark pigmentation and lighten them bit.But then, you need to use it continuously and do not expect any magical results !

Overall, I would say, its a nice deodorant..and definitely worth a try.

Have you used the new Nivea Whitening Sensitive Deodorant ?

Style Tips for Summers

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Style Tips for Summers

So the monsoons were supposed to be officially starting in India, but they just showed us a teaser and ran away, to never return 😀

Well, untill we get those nice rains and showers, we definitely need some cool attire for ourselves in this sweltering heat of Mumbai. Here, are some summer style tips for you guys..

Outdoor

1. Cotton, Cotton, Cotton: Yes, do not forget. Wear only cotton in a hot and humid climate like Mumbai. Coz no other cloth material would absorb the sweat and humidity as well. Also, its more skin friendly and will not make you feel irritated even when you are out in the sun. You can also go for linen.

2. Whites: All whites keep you cool and relaxed. White ensembles do not absorb heat and are hence more suitable for summers.

Outdoor/Casual

3. Breezy, airy clothes: Shorts, skirts, dresses, sleeveless tops. All clothes that lets your skin breathe and gives it some air. We hate tight denims stuck on our skin in the summers, don’t we ?!

Casual

4. Sunglasses, scarves, hats: All that and more, whatever you need to protect yourself from the sun. A good pair of sunnies can make or break your outfit. Also, you can use a scarf, hat or umbrella when outdoors to cover your head and hair.

5. Comfortable footwear: Open and comfortable footwear, be it your slippers or sandals..or our very own kolhapuris. Also, you can go for wedges, if you need height.

Party

6. Sunscreen: A good high SPF sunscreen is a must in summers..and also do keep reapplying every 2-3 hours when you are out in the sun.

I have shared some sleeveless, airy tops and dresses that you can wear in summers..be it a casual look, outdoor look, party look or a festive look.

Here is mine Party #SleevelessSelfie Look..

Also, a good deodorant is something that you need all the time. The new Nivea Whitening Sensitive Deo not only smells amazing, but also helps whiten your underams for all those sexy, sleeveless, summer attires. I am currently using that and loving it..would be reviewing soon.

Btw, also love the new Anushka Sharma’s ad for the same..

You can also participate in this #SleevelessSelfie contest on the Nivea India facebook page here https://www.facebook.com/NIVEA.in/app_721803454524727 and win some great prizes.

What is up for grabs ?

  • The weekly winners on FB receive Anushka’s dresses.
  • The consolation prizes are 1000 Rs Myntra vouchers.
  • The Grand prize winner gets Make My trip vouchers

Have you taken part in the contest yet ? You definitely should ! Anyone has tried the new Nivea Whitening Sensitive Deo ?

New Launches: Nivea, Lakme

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New Launches: Nivea Shower Gels and Deo, Lakmé 9to 5 Crease-less Lip Balm

So  Nivea has come up with two new yummy shower gels and a Sensitive Whitening Deo..and Lakme has these new Creaseless Lip Balms..though not exactly new, I am yet to come across them or try them..

Here are the official releases and details with pictures..

Worlds No 1 Skincare Brand – NIVEA Introduces 2 New Exotic Shower Gel variants for women in India
Now “Escape your daily routine”!

Skin care brand has introduced two new variants of shower gels to their existing range. The two new variants – ‘Frangipani & Oil’ and ‘Crème Coconut’ are enriched with Hydra IQ, which leaves your skin soft and silky. Just in time for the summers, these shower gels not only helps you indulge in your skin needs but also leave a lasting fragrance & freshness.

NIVEA Frangipani & Oil is a silky fresh shower gel with the tropical scent of Frangipani flower.The unique combination of pampering, melting oil pearls & lingering fragrance leaves your skin feeling moisturised & well cared for. This sensuous shower gel will help you feel refreshed after every shower you take.

NIVEA Crème Coconut is enriched with the goodness of Jojoba Oil, to leave your skin feeling silky smooth even after towel drying. The delicate and exotic scent of tender Coconut Water gives you a wonderfully relaxing & tropical shower experience.

Commenting on the launch, Mr. Rakshit Hargave, Managing Director of NIVEA India said, “Shower gels have been a growing segment for NIVEA with new & exotic ingredients & variants doing especially well. In keeping with this trend, we have introduced two new unique shower gels this summer for women. The Indian consumers have selective needs and are always on the lookout for more options. At NIVEA, we intend to cater to these wide requirements of consumers by providing the biggest range of moisturizing shower gels in India”

These 2 NIVEA products are available at all major super markets and general stores and are priced at Rs. 185/- for Frangipani & Oil and Rs. 165/- for Crème Coconut.

NIVEA has launched a new skin care deodorant, Whitening Sensitive. It’s the first sensitive deodorant in the category that is dominated by just fragrances.

NIVEA Whitening Sensitive Deodorant is specifically designed to care for your underarms. It’s ultra light formula with 0% alcohol doesn’t irritate your skin; It contains Licorice extracts that reduce melanin production & repair your skin to give you even toned underarms.

It has a soft refreshing fragrance that soothes your senses, providing you long lasting protection.

It will be available in stores from March 2014 and will be priced at Rs 199 for 150ml.

Your office stylist Lakmé 9to 5 brings to you yet another reason to smile all day long with its new Crease-Less lip balm. This new addition to the Lakmé 9to5 range comes with a creamy texture and a hint of color to protect your lips. A one stroke application of this crease-less lip balm makes your lips luscious and smooth. The lip balm contains Olive oil, Jojoba oil and Vitamin E elements that add to the nourishment of your lips. The lip balm also comes with SPF 15 which adds a finishing touch to a perfectly, beautiful and protective balm.

Available in six shades: Peach energy, Coral charm, Rose affair, Caramel review, Pink impression and Ginger suit

Priced at Rs. 400/-

So complete your office-styling kit with Lakmé 9to5’s new addition!

Myntra.com Haul and Review

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Myntra.com Haul and Review

I know I am MIA from a long time..blame the stupid internet..its been 8-9 days it gets disconnected every night..and during daytime I am in office..finally I get to blog :DComing to Myntra.com, I have shopped a few time previously at Myntra but mostly clothes, shoes, etc..but not from the Beauty section..they provided a voucher to shop and experience the beauty section..and I said why not..

I got my stuff within a day or two..they are pretty quick..and I love how we get different individual boxes..don’t we all need them to keep our makeup 😀

Let’s see what I shopped..

I got:

Faces Exfoliating Gloves (affordable dupe for the Body Shop Gloves)
Maybelline Makeup Remover (wanted to try this from a long time)
Maybelline Colorsensational High Shine Lip Gloss in Plum Luster
Streetwear Nail Polish Remover
Nivea Purifying Face Wash (for Combination to Oily Skin)
Revlon Touch and Glow Pimple Corrector

Things I feel they should work on..most of the things were out of stock..like I had a few things in my cart and they were OOS the next day..so had to replace them..for the Lip Glosses, they had just 3 shades available..and not the shade I wanted..I was interested more in Mirrored Mauve..so definitely more stock and variety is what they can improve on..and shipping is free above Rs.1000/- which I feel is a little too high..it should be around Rs.400-500/-

Do you shop from Myntra.com ?

Nivea Total Face Cleanup Review

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Nivea Pure Effect Total Face Cleanup Review

What the Company claims: Nivea pure effect total face cleanup enriched with Active Magnolia Extract provides you 5 benefits for Pure and Clear skin:

• Its unique cleansing complex deeply washes off skin impurities.
• Its peeling particles unclog pores and purify skin from blackheads.
• Left on as a pack for a few minutes will refine skin’s appearance and support a perfect complexion.
• Its anti-bacterial formulation helps fight spot causing bacteria & gives visibly pure skin.
• Is soft and gentle to skin due to its mild formula.

Directions:
Step 1: Apply the product to moistened face by smoothly massaging in upward circles focusing on forehead, nose & chin, avoiding the eye area.
Step 2: Spread evenly across face & leave for 3-4 minutes.
Step 3: Rinse off with lukewarm water to get the perfect complexion.

MRP: Rs.99/- for 50ml, Rs.199/- for 150ml

Ingredients:

It comes in a normal tube packaging with a flip cap..is off white in color with small blue granules..has a minty salty smell..its quite creamy and runny in consistency..so spreads easily..

I love multi tasking products..and this is 3 in 1..face wash, scrub and mask..you can carry only this when travelling..and be sorted..

It does not foam as a face wash..I am not a foaming fan..if you prefer foaming face washes, you would not like this as a face wash..works decent for me.

As a scrub, the particles are quite small..this is good for people with sensitive skin..who cannot bear those harsh scrub particles..I like it coz I many a times forget scrubbing..and this does the work when using it normally like a face wash too..though very mild as a scrub.

As a mask, its amazing..as it has kaolin it dries fast..just 3-4 minutes is all you need..the kaolin clay would absorb all the oil..and keep skin fresh..love it in this summers..

Dry skin would find it drying..and need a moisturiser after this..its meant for normal to oily skin..and it surely is for them..


Pros:

1. Does what it claims.
2. Multi tasking.
3. Travel friendly.
4. Would work well for normal to oily, combination and sensitive skin too.
5. Economical.
6. Reduces appearance of pores when used as a mask.

Cons:

1. Dry skin will need a moisturiser after this.
2. Would not help in removing blackheads or reducing spots.

Overall I do like this..its decent as a face wash, mild as a scrub but amazing as a mask…but multi tasking is all we need in today’s world, don’t we ? 😉 Surely recommend it..

You can get a free sample of Nivea Total Face Cleanup HERE. Just click on send me a sample..and try on your own.. and also participate in “5 minutes to Beauty” contest- where you can post your “5 minutes to beauty stories” on the microsite- www.just5mins.in- and stand a chance to win an evening with Parineeti Chopra.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried Nivea Total Face Cleanup ??

Nivea Total Face Cleanup Launch Event, Photos

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Nivea Total Face Cleanup Launch Event, Photos

If you follow me on twitter, you would have read tweets with the hasgtag #Just5mins..well it was all about the Nivea Total Face Cleanup
Parineeti Chopra tells us why she’s a fan of NIVEA Total Face Cleanup.

I attended the launch of Nivea Total Face Cleanup at the Taj Lands End, Bandra on Monday..by none other than Parineeti Chopra, their brand ambassador..

I loved her blue dress and floral pumps..

Parineeti Chopra poses with NIVEA Total Face Cleanup

Pia Trivedi was the host for the event..

Our host, the beautiful Pia Trivedi at the NIVEA Total Face Cleanup Launch event.


NIVEA India Marketing Director, Mr. Sunil Gadgil was also present..launch followed with a few rapid fire questions thrown at Parineeti and she had to answer them all..in well #Just5mins 😀

 Parineeti Chopra unveils the microsite where you can order your FREE SAMPLE of NIVEA Total Face Cleanup. Simply log on to www.just5mins.in 

So it basically is a campaign where you can order your very own Nivea Total Face Cleanup sample, try it out and share your ‘5 minutes to beauty story’ to spend an evening with and meet Parineeti Chopra..

Parineeti Chopra shakes hands with NIVEA India Marketing Director, Mr. Sunil Gadgil.

Please sign up to get your free sample of the NIVEA pure effect Total Face Cleanup by going here – http://bit.ly/103T1lM. Once you sign up for a sample, you can also participate in the contest by submitting your “5 minutes to beauty story” and stand a chance to win an evening with Parineeti Chopra !!

So get your own Nivea Total Face Cleanup sample..and try it on.. 🙂

Nivea Happy Time Body Lotion Review

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Nivea Happy Time Body Lotion Review

Skin Type: Normal Skin

Key Benefit: Enriched with Hydra IQ and Bamboo milk, this light lotion with orange blossom fragrance repairs dryness layer by layer for 24hour + smoothness and a lingering feel good sensation.

Usage: Daily on the whole body

Price
75 ml – Rs. 95/-
250 ml – Rs. 195/-
400 ml – Rs. 265/-

How it works
Moisturises long lastingly and strengthens your skin’s natural protection
The beautiful, mild scent of orange flower delicately lies on your skin and invigorates your senses

The Result: Your skin is left feeling silky soft and delicately fragranced with a mild scent of orange flower.

Apply daily, gently smoothing all over your body.

Skin compatibility dermatologically approved.

Claims: You can’t beat that wonderful fresh feeling when you step out of the shower in the morning. You feel fresh, beautiful and ready to tackle whatever the day might bring. It’s a feel-good moment that vanishes all too quickly. Wouldn’t it be great if there was a body lotion that allowed you to keep that feeling of lightness and freshness all day long?

A product that stimulates and energizes not only the body, but the senses as well? NIVEA Happy Time Body Lotion makes this dream come true. It’s the first feel-good body lotion that makes your whole body smile! How? Because Happy Time Lotion pampers the senses even before you apply it. See, smell, feel and enjoy. Even the slim, dynamically shaped bottle, which fits so comfortably in your hand, stimulates you to want more – more happy body care! It’s a feeling of happiness that doesn’t stop, because the refined blend of bamboo milk and moisturizing ingredients quickly transforms normal to dry skin into lastingly happy skin. Happy skin that feels so velvety soft, you simply want to stroke it – and smell the glorious scent! No wonder, because the unique fragrance blend in NIVEA Happy Time Lotion stimulates the desire to live life to the full. The cocktail of citrus fruits and orange blossom is full of dynamic and feminine beauty – fresh and floral.

Ingredients:

Its a normal white small bottle..slightly curved at the top..Lakme has also converted to this packaging of late..

Its a runny lotion..not too thick..but spreads around easily..and gets easily absorbed too..its moisturising enough for normal skin and for summers..but for very dry skin…they may need to reapply by the end of the day..

I love the citrusy and floral mix..it smells super awesome..it actually is feel good…though the smell does not last the whole day..well I do not even expect that..but stays a good 2-3 hours..

Pros:

1. Love the super awesome smell.
2. Gets easily absorbed.
3. Not too thick and spreads easily.
4. I liked the bottle..and this small bottle is convenient enough to carry around too.
5. The texture is perfect for summers…and so is the citrusy fragrance.

Cons:

1. May not be moisturising enough for very dry skin.
2. Has parabens.
3. You get only 75ml at Rs. 95/- whereas comparatively other body lotions which are equally good are quite cheaper.

Overall its a nice body lotion..I particularly love the smell..I only wish it was more moisturising and also the qty offered for the price was justified.

Rating:

Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 3/5
Availability: 3.5/5

Overall Rating: 3.25/5

Would I buy it again: Umm..May be

Which Nivea Body Lotion is your favorite ??

Small Haul

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I did a small haul for few things..and here are they..

I got

Nivea Fruity Shine in Pink Guava
Audrey’s Eye liner brush
Maybelline Colossal Kajal
2 Maybelline Watershine glosses in Naked Brown
2 Lotus Moist Petals Lipstick in Natural Haze and Rose Petal

So thats my small haul..would review the things soon ..:)

Nivea Fruity Shine Lip Balm v/s Lotus Herbals Lip Therapy

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I love tinted lip balms..and there is Nivea and Lotus which make good ones in India (Vaseline has come up with Rosy Glow in their tubes too..and that too at Rs.60 /- )…Nivea has the tube ones too in tinted which are Pinkish Boost, Glamorous Gloss,etc and the twisted tube one has 2 variations…the normal plain tinted i.e Star Fruit in Cherry and Strawberry and the Fruity Shine i.e the one with slight shimmer in Dragonfruit and Pomegranate.
Lotus comes in a tub in the flavors i.e Lotus lip balms in Strrawberry and Orange and the twisted tube i.e Lotus lip therapy in Cherry, Chocolate, Velvetty Rose, Fresh Mint, Vanilla and Cocoa.

I have Nivea Fruity Shine in Dragonfruit and Lotus Lip Therapy in Cherry. Dragon fruit is all pink with some shimmer..which is not that visible and has a fruity smell.Lotus Cherry is less tinted but goes on a sheer red on lips.

L- Lotus cherry R- Nivea dragonfruit

Coming to Nivea
What the Company claims : Nivea Fruity Shine Dragon Fruit SPF 10 Lip Balm

Do you want to explore a sensational scent and fruity shine? Experience the scent and taste of paradise! Enjoy Nivea Fruity Shine Dragonfruit leaving a touch of pinkish color on beautiful and gentle lips. This new formula combines rich almond oil, jojoba oil and shea butter to keep your lips as soft and fresh as they can be!

Suggested Use: Apply on lips when desired.

Ingredients: Polyisobutene, Octyldodecanol, Ricinus Communis Oil, Pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, Hydrogenated Polydecene, Candelilla Cera, Myristryl Myristate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Cera Microcristalina, Isopropyl palmitate, Synthetic Wax, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Polyglyceryl-3 Dilsostearate, Butyl Methyoxydibenzoylmethane, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil, Simmondsia, Chinensis Oil, Mangifera India Juice, Citrus Aurantifolia Juice, Tocopheryl Acetate, Vitis Vinifera Seed Oil, Bisabolol Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, Mica, Aqua, Neohesperidin Dihydrochalcone, BHT, Citric Acid, Trideceth-9, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium sorbate, Linalool, Limonene, Parfum, CI 15850, CI 77491, CI 778991, CI 45380, CI 77499

MRP : Rs.129 for 4.8 gm

Pros:
1. The Tint !!! I love the tint…and no lip balm gives as much tint as these Nivea babies..and it stays on whole day.
2. Easy to carry.
3. Availability
4. These Fruity Shine ones have SPF 10 but the Star Fruit ones do not mention SPF…only say UV protection.
5. The caps are large enough..no fear of losing.
6. Not that waxy but very smooth…with the right amount of tint and shimmer.

Cons:
1. The moisturisation is very low…the lip balm goes away just as you eat or drink anything leaving the tint behind.
2. Hardly does anything for very dry or chapped lips….cant be used in winters.

Overall rating: 3.5/5

And now the Lotus
What the Company claims : Rehydrates. Heals. Protects. Has SPF 15. The Lip Therapy’s highly active moisturising formula with high concentration of Shea and Kokum butter, helps to repair dry, cracked and chapped lips and protects them from the drying effect of cold, dry winds of winter, making them looks look healthier and smoother.

Directions for use : Apply liberally using the convenient roll on stick. Use twice during the day for smooth, supple and healthy lips.

Active ingredients:  Shea Butter, Kokum Butter & respective Fruit extracts

MRP- Rs 95 for 4 gm

Pros:
1. The moisturisation. It does what it claims..rehydrates and heals dry and chapped lips.
2. Perfect for the winters when lips need extra moisturisation.
3. Easy to carry.
4. Availability.
5. Has 6 flavors..and all are tinted except Chocolate which smells like chocolate but is plain and has no tint.
6. Has SPF 15.
7. No animal testing.

Cons:
1. They are waxy and not as tinted as Nivea.
2. Small caps..may tend to lose them.

Overall rating- 4/5

 So which one I would buy : Nivea for the tint and Lotus for the moisturisation..I think I would stick to Lotus for winters.

Which one do you like ? Have you tried both ?