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Auravedic Ritual Skin Lightening Mask Review

Auravedic Ritual Skin Lightening Mask Review

I reviewed the Auravedic Ritual Cleansing Ubtan mask before HERE..now I am reviewing the Ritual Skin Lightening mask..they both have almost the same ingredients..the former is in powder form and is to be mixed with milk or rose water whereas this is already in a thick paste form..

What the Company claims: This gentle facial mask formulated with pure natural actives deeply penetrates the skin to lighten the complexion and clarify dark spots for glowing and radiant skin.

MRP: Rs.200/- for 50g

Usage, Ingredients:

Sorry for the stains..its coz of the turmeric..

It comes in a similar tub packaging..only it has a separator in between..since it is a thick paste..it is very very thick and gooey..so much so that its difficult to spread at times..you need to use it on a moist face..

Though its brown in color has a deep yellow stain coz of turmeric..so your hands will stain..and face too for some time..and avoid its contact with clothes..has the same ayurvedic smell as in the cleansing ubtan..It does remove tan..and gives a fresh soft skin..and with frequent use, the spots too start fading..


Pros:

1. Since it is a little granular, it exfoliates and at the same time smoothens the skin tone.
2. Skin felt baby soft after using it !
3. The neem and haldi have antiseptic properties which helps acne prone skin too.
4. No parabens, SLS, preservatives. All natural stuff
5. All amazing ingredients together..its a pack full of skin goodness.
6. Removes tan and lightens spots after a few uses..

Cons:

1. Difficult to spread and use as too thick.
2. Needs to be kept 15-20 minutes.
3. Yellow stain is strong.
4. Availability is an issue..currently it is only available on NaturalMantra online and at Auravedic stores.

Its all natural and good for the skin. Only issue is more time required and a little difficult to use..but though the skin feels good with all the herbal infusion 😀 Though I like the Cleansing Ubtan Mask more..Recommend it..

Rating:

Quality: 4/5
Value for money : 3.75/5
Availability: 3.5/5

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again: May be..

Which is your favorite ubtan?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

Etude House Precious Mineral BB Cream Bright Fit Review, Swatches

Etude House Precious Mineral BB Cream Bright Fit Review, Swatches

Product Description
Etude House Precious Mineral BB Cream Bright Fit – promotes silky complexion with pearl infused sheer coverage. Contains adenosine & arbutin for anti-wrinkle & whitening efficacies. SPF for UV protection (box description).

There are 4 shades / variants available for this line.

N02 Light Beige which of course is the lightest shade.
W13 – Natural Beige
W24 – Honey Beige
W15 – Sand Beige

MRP: €16.85 (Approx Rs. 1225/-) Net Wt. 60g (2.11 oz.)

Highlights of the new formula
Zero Oil
More pearl extract than the old formula for a brighter coverage
Improved texture and consistency for a soft, smooth and pearly skin
Balanced moisture

Ingredients:

It comes in a tube form but with a pump packaging..a simple no fuss packaging..and travel friendly too..

I have W24 Honey Beige and that matches my skin tone quite well..its like second skin..you need just a pea sized amount for a nice even finish..and can build up for more coverage..it blends like a dream..super easy to use..and gives a nice dewy finish…how my skin loves this !

Unblended- Blended

Pros:

1. Super easy to blend and use.
2. Nice fuss free packaging.
3. 60g would last long..you need just a pea sized amount.
4. Medium but buildable coverage..
5. Gives a nice dewy finish to the face
6. Settles like second skin !
7. No white cast even though has SPF 30.
8. Can skip a mosituriser when using this.
9. This is perfect for dry skin.
10. Stays well for 5-6 hours.

Cons:

1. Oily skin may need to use a powder..and touch up too after a few hours.
2. Not available here. You can buy it HERE though I think this is not the bright fit one..

Overall I so love this BB cream..the best ever I have used till date..a little better coverage than a tinted moisturiser with the benefits of the BB cream..lends a nice dewy glow to the face..and blends like second skin..I can easily replace any foundation with this ! Surely recommend !

Rating:

Quality: 4.75/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 3.5/5

Overall Rating: 4.25/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried the Etude House Precious Mineral BB Cream ?

Glitter Gal Holographic 3D Nail Polish Review, NOTD

Glitter Gal Holographic 3D Nail Polish Teal Blue Review, NOTD

What the Company claims: Nails – 3D Holographic

Unique to G Gal is our truly extraordinary Australian 3D range of Holographic nail polishes.

A true high intensity multi-chromatic 3D/Holographic effect which captures light and reflects a full spectrum of vivid colour. Nail Enamel that has created a blogging infatuation. Formulated with the highest blend of ingredients, including our fine and intense holographic formula, to create the most superior product available today on the international nail polish market.

These Nail Polishes are Formaldehyde free, DPB free, and Toluene free.

MRP: AUD$11.95 for 10ml (Around Rs.670/-), AUD $17.95 for 15ml

H731 Teal Blue is a gorgeous teal with blue green shimmer..I am so loving this shade..totally glams up the hands..

Stayed for a whole week without much chipping..super easy to apply..full opaque coverage in 2 coats..plus they are Formaldehyde free, DPB free, and Toluene free..10 ml is a good qty and it is not exorbitantly priced too..only issue is the high shipping..they use DHL for Asia Pacific..and that is $25 or $36..so if you have a huge combined order then its a good deal..Available HERE

You liked the shade ??

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review.

Ellis Faas Milky Lips Review, Swatches

Ellis Faas Milky Lips L209 Review, Swatches

What the Company claims: Milky Lips L209 – Toffee Beige

WHAT – A long-wear, fluid lipstick that provides highly-pigmented colour, and a glossy finish that lasts overtime. Superior comfort both in application and on the lips. Plumping actives improve hydration and smooth your lips. Especially loved by women who do not like to feel lipstick on their lips.

WHY – The light texture of this highly pigmented, covering lipstick gives great definition to your lips, both as a fully covering shade, but also as a mere stain.

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS – Vitamin E (Tocopherol), Candelilla Wax, Prune Seed Extract.

HOW – Apply Milky Lips with the brush applicator first by painting the lips with just a small amount of lipstick, then fully load the applicator to fill inside of the lips. Milky Lips is also great for a more stained effect: just load a tiny bit of the lipstick onto the applicator, apply and blot for a matte stain. Watch the instruction video!

A “Human Colour” and therefore suitable for each skin tone, age or style.

No scent. No taste. No parabens. No animal testing.

MRP: $35.00 or Rs.1875/-

Shades available: 9

All shades for reference…

Directions: “For a subtle look with just a trace of color, either apply a feather-light layer all over the lips or apply Milky Lips to the middle of the lips and fade it with the fingertips.”

Ellis Lips comes in three textures: Creamy Lips (L101-109), Milky Lips (L201-209), and Glazed Lips (L301-309) and all have sheer to buildable coverage and are quite pigmented.

It comes in a classic Ellis Faas silver metallic pen packaging..with a brush applicator..the base needs to be twisted some 20-25 times for the first time for the product to come out..

The formula is sheerer and lighter compared to Creamy lips..but surely buildable as mentioned above..the glossiness fades and goes away within an hour and leaves behind a matte finish..and the color even settles into fine lines..

Just 1 swipe

Shade L209 Toffee Beige looks more brown on some..but on me its a nice peachy nude..an everyday shade and I am loving the shade..I am not into browns but I sure love my nudes !

Used sheer

Pros:

1. Nice packaging.
2. Easy to use.
3. Quite pigmented.
4. Buildable.
5. No animal testing or parabens.
6. Good everyday nude or MLBB shade for medium skin tones.

Cons:

1. Expensive !
2. Glossiness goes away within an hour and settles into fine lines..one needs very moisturised lips for this.
3. Difficult to locate products when all together :/
4. Availability issues.

Overall I love the shade and the fact that its quite pigmented and buildable. I do like the packaging..but as the outer body is same, gets confusing to locate..the texture and quality is sure amazing..would surely recommend..

Rating:

Quality: 4/5
Value for money: 3.25/5
Availability: 3.5/5

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again : Yes..would like to try L207 Nude Pink or L205 Coral Pink

Have you tried Ellis Faas Milky Lips ? Do you like peachy nude shades ?

Colorbar Soft Touch Lipstick Rougemarie Review, Swatches

Colorbar Soft Touch Lipstick 016 Rougemarie Review, Swatches

 What the Company claims: Give your lips a soft and smooth look with the Soft Touch Lipstick. Its rich creamy formula enhances the lips, while keeping them moisturised and nourished. With Vitamin A and E and apricot oil, the Soft Touch Lipstick has anti-aging properties that protect the lips from chapping and discolouration. With a unique fig fragrance, the Soft Touch Lipstick is available in classy shades.

Price: Rs. 325/- for 4.2g

Shades Available: 29-30

Colorbar Soft Touch Lipsticks come in simple silver metal body packaging…these clasp tight and are sturdy enough.

Rougemarie is a burgundy/maroon shade but more towards deep oxblood/wine red..which is quite an IN shade these days..

These are highly moisturising and very pigmented and stay long too…they have a sweet smell..but it goes away soon..


Here is it on me..

Pros:

1. Very moisturising.
2. Highly pigmented..you just need 2 swipes for complete coverage.
3. Simple elegant packaging.
4. Stays for a good 4-5 hours..leaving behind a stain.
5. 4.2g is a good qty
6. Would suit both fair and dusky skin tones.

Cons:

1. Stains teeth..and a lot

I actually have no other cons with it..its a nice formula offering around 30 shades..and the darker shades are quite pigmented too..only issue being the darker shades stain teeth :/

There are some other nice shades they have..Citrine is a bright orange..I like Pink Charm too..a nude pink..would show some more swatches later on..I surely recommend these..

You can buy them on Pepperfry, Myntra or Medplusbeauty (292 on medplus)

Rating:

Quality: 4.25/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 4/5

Overall Rating: 4.25/5

Would I buy it again: Yes. In fact I have 😀

Have you tried Colorbar Soft Touch Lipsticks ? Your favorite ?

Omved Brahmi & Peppermint Shampoo Review

Omved Brahmi & Peppermint Shampoo Review
What the Company claims: All hair types* gentle plant-derived botanicals thoroughly cleanse without stripping or build-up

* brahmi strengthens follicles & peppermint invigorates circulation

* vit. E & aloe strengthen elasticity, making hair soft, strong and shiny

To use: Massage into wet hair. Rinse. Follow with brahmi & peppermint conditioner.

Ingredients: purified water, decyl glucoside, sodium cocoyl glutamate, sodium cocoyl apple amino acid, hydrolyzed wheat & soy protein, tocopherol acetate (vit. E), extracts of aloe vera, brahmi, xantham gum, hibiscus & mandookparni, sodium benzoate, guar hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, sodium benzyl alcohol, potassium sorbate, oils of lavender, grapefruit & peppermint.

100% safe and gentle for daily use. pH balanced.

NO parabens, sulfates, silicones, petrochemicals, glycols, phthalates, synthetic colours or perfumes

MRP: Rs.640/- for 200ml, Rs.200/- for 50ml

As you read above, it is completely free of all chemicals..and it totally natural.. Omved Brahmi & Peppermint Shampoo comes in a long pump bottle..its a runny liquid with a brown tint..smells soo strongly of peppermint..like ‘polo’ !

Brahmi and Peppermint are supposed to be very good for the hair..brahmi strengthens the hair and peppermint helps in circulation as mentioned above..

At first, it needs a lot of qty to completely cleanse the hair..also coz its SLS free..and so does not foam much too..cleansed hair well, helps in frizz and also gives a smoother sleeker look to hair..but if you looking for volume or bounce, then this would not help..also it did not help in dryness and conditioner was needed after this..

This is a 50ml bottle..which lasted some 6-7 uses..so it definitely is quite expensive..

Pros:

1. Cleanses scalp well.
2. Helped in frizz and made hair straighter, sleeker.
3. Lovee the peppermint smell.
4. Has no chemicals and parabens and all natural.
5. Pump packaging is convenient.

Cons:

1. Expensive !
2. Needs a lot of qty to foam and clean the scalp.
3. Will not give volume.

Overall its a nice shampoo..and if you like straighter hair..and not a fan of volume, you can give this a try..also if you love peppermint smell..its available HERE at natural mantra.

I would recommend checking out NaturalMantra.com for other paraben and SLS free options..there is  Soultree, Omved, Rustic Art, Just Herbs, Auravedic, Tvam, Neev, etc for shampoos or other bath and body products..more so for baby products too..you do not want to use all those chemicals on your baby for sure..also they have Stevia…which I am ordering soon..a natural sugar substitute..if you are on a diet, a diabetic or just want to avoid sugar but cannot give your tea or coffee a miss, you should try Stevia !

Rating:

Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 3.25/5
Availability: 3.5/5

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Which SLS free shampoo do you use ??

P.S: Sent by Natural Mantra.Honest Review.

MUA Artiste Collection Palette Review, Swatches

MUA (Makeup Academy) Artiste Collection Palette Review, Swatches

What the Company claims: This is a beautiful artiste collection palette on the go which helps create a full face all in one, with 6 brand NEW merged eye shadows, two powder blushers and a contour shade and highlighter.

Shades include shimmery merged tones for fashion-forward statement smoky eyes with light and earthy naturals for an everyday look which can easily be transformed into an evening smoky eye look. The two blushes include warm pink shades for a soft shimmer finish. Finally the contour and highlighter helps create a flawless sculpted natural glow.

These rich, high-pigmented colours help achieve a stunning look this summer.

MRP: £6.00

Remember my old MUA haul..I had got the Artiste Collection Palette then..and loved how multi purpose and perfect for travel it was..

It has 6 shadows, 2 blushes and a matte dark brown for contouring and highlighting..comes with a two sided sponge tip applicator..which is not of much use..

Pistachio- Pale frosty mint green..
Mocca- Frosty Beige..a good highlighter
Ice- Icy Blue shade

Grape- Bluish Purple..a true Grape
Chocolate- Bronze Brown
Cookie- Matte Brick Brown

All shades are satin finish and quite pigmented..except the last i.e Cookie..

I created a look with Chocolate all over, blended with Cookie in the crease and Mocca as highlighter and in the inner corners..I think I am going to use Chocolate and Mocca the most.. 😀

Pink Sparkle is a warm pink and Primrose is a peachy pink..I found Pink Sparkle a little powdery..Primrose is better..the best thing in the whole palette is Bronzed and Shimmer Kiss ! The perfect shade for contouring and highlighting..bronzed is matte and quite pigmented and can be builded slowly..and would work well for our skin tones as its a nice soft brown..and not dark..and Shimmer Kiss is a pretty soft silver shade with not much of sparkles or glitter..but a subtle candlelit glow..

Here the bronzer is swatched lightly..it is more pigmented..

I love everything about this palette..this can be your perfect travel companion, super affordable, decently pigmented shades..only issue is availability..You can buy it online HERE or at Superdrug stores in UK.

Now why I am doing this review right now..coz MUA has an offer running currently..that you spend £6.00 or more on their site and get this palette FREE ! Yes ! Is’nt this an amazing deal..spend the same amount as the value of this palette and get it free..

Did you like the Artiste Palette ?

Rouge Bunny Rouge Color Burst Lipstick Review, Swatches

Rouge Bunny Rouge Color Burst Lipstick 013 Word of Mouth Review, Swatches

What the Company claims: The easy glide, hydrating formula ensures superb comfort and softness. Enriched with Vitamin E, to nourish and protect from dryness and ageing.

With three separate formulas, depending on the texture, coverage and finish, all are suffused with botanical extracts such as Orchid Flower extract, Meadowfoam, Manoi Butter or Inca Inchi oil.

The easy glide, hydrating formulas ensure superb comfort and softness. Enriched with Vitamin E, to nourish and protect from dryness and ageing.

MRP: €24.00 for 3.8g

Shades Available:

  • Irreverence
  • Nothing Unknown
  • Prey of Lust
  • Raw Silence
  • The Plot Thickens
  • Unrestricted
  • Watch Out! Eve
  • Scrumptiously Devious
  • Word of Mouth
  • Whim of Mine
Ok..I just came back watching Talaash..and the shades names are so diverting my mind to the movie again 😀
Rouge Bunny Rouge have both Sheer and Color Burst Formula..color burst are more creamier and pigmented..they come in an elegant black packaging with white flower design on it..

Rouge Bunny Rouge Color Burst Lipsticks are probably the most comfortable lipsticks I’ve ever tried. They feel moisturizing on the lips but are glossy and at the same time the lasting power is very good and the color fades evenly to a nice sheer stain.

Word of Mouth is described as ‘Creamy, shiny finish cool cherry syrup – The little black dress of lipsticks, very pretty and feminine’. And it is indeed so..its a gorgeous watermelon rose shade..this shade would suit all skin tones and brighten up the complexion instantly..the shade is quite different..

Pros:

1. Very hydrating.
2. Gives a glossy sheen.
3. Super pigmented.
4. Stays for 4-5 hours and leaves behind a nice stain.
5. Elegant pretty packaging.
6. Shade would suit all skin tones..it is neither too bright nor pale..a pretty watermelon shade..meant for both warm and cool skin tones.

Cons:

1. Expensive !
2. Available only on RBR boutique or Zuneta.

Overall the formula is amazing..the shade is amazing..Word of Mouth is a gorgeous shade..and I surely recommend it !

Rating:

Quality: 4.75/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 3/5

Overall Rating: 4/5

Did you like the shade ??

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review.

The Body Shop Lily Cole Shimmer Cubes Review, Swatches

The Body Shop Lily Cole Shimmer Cubes Review, Swatches, EOTD

What the Company claims: A palette of four iridescent eyeshadows to mix and to match. Shimmer Cubes don’t just look amazing – they also blend effortlessly and feel great on the skin. It’s limited edition so don’t miss out. Catch it while you can.

Iridescent
Crease-resistant
Suitable for contact-lens wearers
Ophthalmologically & Dermatologically tested
Limited edition

How to use : Apply to lids and brow bones with an Eyeshadow Brush. For more intense colour, apply with a damp brush.

MRP: Rs.1495/- (4 x 3.5g)

Shades:

Think Pink
Tint it Pink
Go Violet
Live Lilac

They come in a standard Shimmer Cubes packaging of four cubes snuggly fit into one quad..

All are metallic/shimmer finish..these are pigmented enough..especially the darker shades..and glide on well..blend effortlessly..I use only my fingers at times..and can be used both dry and wet..the colors are more intense when used wet.

T-B: Think Pink, Live Lilac, Go Violet, Tint it Pink

Think Pink is a soft romantic pink
Live Lilac is a frosty pastel lilac
Go Violet is a deep violet/plum
Tint it Pink is a pale frosty pink..a good highlighter..

A perfect pink and purple combo of shades..

I did this look only using fingers and it worked great 🙂 Let me know if you would like a tutorial..

Pros:

1. Quite pigmented..esp the Think Pink and Go Violet.
2. Stay on 5-6 hours even without a primer.
3. Since these are all metallic/shimmer finish..they glide on smooth and can be blended easily..
4. Can be used with fingers too.
5. Nice and unique packaging.
6. Pinks and Purples work for most warm skin tones.
7. Can be used both wet and dry..and colors are more intense when used wet.
8. Qty would last quite long.
9. Cruelty Free.

Cons:

1. Expensive.
2. If you prefer only matte shades, this is not for you.

I cannot think of any other cons for this..I love pinks and purples..love how pigmented they are..and stay well..and are so easy to use..that I just use my fingers when in a hurry..Surely recommend this..especially if you love pinks and purples..

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 4/5

Have you tried Body Shop Shimmer Cubes? Your favorite combo ?

Ellis Faas Creamy Eyes 103 Review, Swatches

Ellis Faas Creamy Eyes 103 Review, Swatches

What the Company claims: Creamy Eyes

Opaque, semi matte eyeshadow with a velvety texture, providing coverage without heaviness. With its quick-drying properties and special blend of flower and coffee extracts, Creamy Eyes provides coverage without heaviness.

 Turn to Creamy Eyes for shaping and contour.

Creamy Eyes E103 – Deep Black

WHAT – The lifting, firming and protecting Creamy Eyes formula glides on like. Even a thin layer of this formula is extremely long-wearing and will stay fixed until taken off with a cleanser.

WHY – Creamy Eyes is ideal for a quick smoky eye, providing sufficient playtime before drying. Creamy Eyes can also be used like a thick pencil.

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS – Para Cress flower extract stimulates natural skin-lifting capabilities. Coffee extract works to increase collagen and elastin production while also increasing natural skin defenses. Extreme wear is delivered through the synthetic filming polymers in volatile oils. The spongy soft mousse-like consistency of the texture is achieved through the innovative siliconic wax and siliconic gel in combination with beeswax.

HOW – Use it like a thick pencil around the eye or in the eyelid crease, or cover the entire eyelid using the built-in ELLIS FAAS Creamy Eyes brush, then fade the edges with the fingertips. For extra drama, experiment with layering multiple colours of Creamy Eyes. Watch the instruction videos!

A “Human Colour” and therefore suitable for each skin tone, age or style.

No scent. No taste. No creasing. No parabens. No animal testing.

Ingredients: Isododecane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Mica, C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone,Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Silica Dimethyl Silyate, Stearyl Dimethicone, Polysilicone-11, Cera Alba, Dicalcium Phosphate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone, Hexyl Laurate, Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate. [+/-] CI77891, CI77491, CI77492, CI77499, CI77007, CI75470, CI77742, CI77510, CI77288, CI77289, CI19140, CI42090.

MRP: Rs. 1950/-

Comes in 14 shades..from browns to greys to golds, bronze, taupes, green, blue..there is something for everyone..

Ellis Faas products come in silver pen packaging with an inbuilt brush for eyes and both brush and sponge for lips..for all pens you get out the product by turning the base of the pen clockwise. I loved the packaging..its quite unique..though at times you get more product out..so it does lead to wastage too..

The first time it does take time..and it needs about 25-30 clicks for the product to come out..and once you see it coming, just one click..better be slow or else too much product would ooze out..

E103 Deep Black is the most darkest, richest, pigmented black I have ever seen !! And boy, does it set once dry..it does’nt budge at all..this would give you the most easiest, quickest, fool proof smokey eyes possible ! The harsh edges can be blended going towards the crease with the fingers for a softer look..or a prominent cat eye shape..it can also be used as a liner..but I would suggest dipping your liner/angular brush into the product and lining..if you are not a fan of thick lines..the same way you can use your eyeshadow brush and build up your smokey eyes slowly..if you want more softer effect..

This does stay put whole day with very minimal fading..but no creasing at all..

Here I have used it all over with some blending towards crease and on the outer half of lower lash line and highlighted the brow bone and inner corners with NYX Jumbo Pencil in Yogurt..your go to 2 minute Smokey Eyes !

Pros:

1. Quite unique and nice packaging.
2. Rich Darkest Black ever seen.
3. Settles to a matte finish and does not budge at all.
4. Very minimal fading at the end of whole day but no creasing.
5. Comes off easily.
6. Can be used as a liner too.
7. Perfect for quick smokey eyes.
8. Works great as a base for all your deep smokey eyes.
9. No animal testing and no parabens.

Cons:

1. Expensive.
2. Available online..you can order it HERE
3. Sometimes excess product comes out and goes waste.

Overall I really love this..and I wish it would have been a little cheaper..I would have loved to own all the shades ! I surely recommend it..particularly this black if you love smokey eyes…coz it can be used in any way..as a liner, as a base, on its own for black smokey eyes..would also recommend E104 Grey Brown, E105 Deep Warm Taupe, E114 Bordeaux Red

Rating:

Quality: 4.5/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 3.5/5

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again : Yes..may be E105

Do you love quick smokey eyes ? What do you use for it ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review.