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Auravedic Facial Skin Booster Review

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Auravedic Pure De-stressing Moisturizing Lotion Facial Skin Booster Review

The name is quite long..Pure De-stressing Moisturizing Lotion Facial Skin Booster..with nutmeg and ylang ylang. It soothes,heals and replenishes stressed skin.

About Auravedic: We are inspired by the ancient knowledge of the Vedas and use this knowledge to harness the cleansing and cosmetic properties of natural ingredients. With this, we use the purest natural processes so as to bring the body, mind and soul in a harmonious balance. And this is what we call Auravedic.

Auravedic products are created with the specialist knowledge of researchers and developers coupled with the years of manufacturing experience of our partners, to guarantee the highest quality products.

Its parabens free, cruelty free, they do not use child labour and the products are made from pure therapies. Check out their site here

I did not find this product on their site though. May be coz they have come up with new products. They also have gift packs for corporate gifting and stuff. Their products range from skin care to hair care to body care. Availability is a problem though. Right now its is Mumbai, Hyderabad, Goa, Bangalore and Pune. In Mumbai its available in Phoenix Mills, Khar, Santacruz and Powai. Check out the price list and places where it is available here

What the Company claims: Packed with pure plant ingredients this super light weight moisturising lotion actively energizes and revitalizes skin and helps fight the ageing effects of environmental aggressions with its anti oxidant rich formula. Soothes skin and boosts skin’s moisture levels by simultaneously replenishing both oil and water requirements.

Usage: Gently massage onto face and neck until completely absorbed. Use 2-3 times daily.

Ingredients: Kokum Butter,Mango Butter, Beeswax, Sunflower, Aloevera extract, Ylang Ylang oil, Orange oil, Nutmeg oil, Jojoba oil, Olivem 1000, Oilwax, Purified water, Phenoxyethanol.

MRP: Rs.200/- for 100ml.

When I received it, it was a little damaged..so I had to write all the things as it was not clearly visible. But this product was not there on site…so I had to add this pic..excuse the tedha medha bottle..

Its a thick white lotion and the bottle has a plastic cap inside. As you must have read the ingredients you must have known the main smell would be of ylang ylang oil. Its super strong and a mix of all the ingredients but predominantly of ylang ylang oil and nutmeg oil. It gets absorbed in a jiffy and soothes the skin. You can feel the cooling sensation. It cools the eyes too…though it is advised to keep out of eyes…so one should be careful.
Pros:

1. Gets absorbed fast as it has Kokum Butter which helps in absorbing and rejuvenate cells.
2. Skin feels supple and moist.
3. Gives that relaxing, cooling feel to the skin.
4. I also use it as a night cream and skin is smooth and soft the next day.
5. NO parabens.
6. All ingredients are listed.
7. Natural ingredients and essential oils which help replenish the skin.
8. Comes in a bottle..so no jar or dipping hands.
9. Did not break me out.

Cons:

1. Has a very strong smell..sensitive nose should stay away from this.
2. Availability is a problem with other States in India.
3. May not suit oily skin as it has butters and oils…would not break them out but might be greasy for them.

Rating:

Quality: 4.5/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 3/5

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes..I love natural products..and I am going to try more stuff from this brand.

Iraya Wild Lime Purifying Face Wash Review

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Iraya Wild Lime Purifying Face Wash Review


About Iraya: Iraya is right now divided into four parts..
  • Iraya Ayurveda
  • Iraya Botanicals
  • Iraya Bath and Shower
  • Iraya Spa at Home
They are shorty coming up with Iraya Fresh and Iraya Skinceuticals.They only use handmade products and all products are actually manufactured by Sadatan Labs. They do not test on animals,have no parabens and all products are made from naturally derived ingredients and with ayurvedic formulae. Currently they are only available at the Famous Spas. But they have started their first flagship store at G7 mall in Versova in Mumbai. Check out more here

What the Company claims: Wild Lime Purifying Face Wash
Deep cleanses, helps to remove excess sebum, oils and pollutants.
For normal to oily acne prone skin • wildlime, neem, indian sarsaparilla, rosemary, juniper berry

This is a part of their Botanicals range.
I am not sure about the price…but it would be around Rs. 150/- to 200/- for 150ml.

First of all the packaging is very nice..its a square bottle with a pump dispensor..though not travel friendly.

It looks very similar to my HG Himalaya Neem but its a little thicker and has an EXOTIC smell..!!

How I use it: Though its a normal face wash..I found it to be more effective this way. I take some of the gel and massage on my moist face well for 2-3 minutes and wash off later.

Pros:

1. Has all natural ingredients.
2. NO parabens and chemicals. NO SLS.
3. It does what it claims !! It cleanses well and leaves skin squeaky clean.
4. Skin feels soft,clean and nice…no dry or stretchy feeling.
5. It has an amazinggg smell !!
6. No slippery feeling or that film left on skin feeling.
7. I like the square bottle and pump dispensor..does not waste product too.
8. Being all herbal and of this quality..its priced well.

Cons:

1. Not easily available. Only at Famous Spas right now.
2. Not travel friendly.
3. Does not foam much coz it does not have SLS..though I like it this way.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 4/5

Would I buy it again: YES…obviously…This is by far the best face wash I have used !!!

P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion

Lakme Shadow Artist Shimmer Stick in Astral Blue Review,Swatches

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The Fantasy Collection had 4 shades in Shadow Artist Shimmer Stick..I have the one in Astral Blue which is anyways my most favorite of all the 4 shades.

 These are Fat chubby eye pencils which can be used both as an eye pencil and as an eye shadow. It works great in combination with different colors of eye shadows. I used it here in my FOTD wit MAC Brash and Bold Pigment. You can mix and match it with different colors.


Astral Blue is a deep ink blue color..very similar to MAC Siahi Fluidline. The other colors are Moon Beam which is a silvery grey, Glimmer Green which is a light shimmery green and Starry Night which is a light night blue color.

Pros:

1. These are super creamy and soft..easily blendable and glides on nicely.
2. Works great with different eyeshadows too.
3. Dupes of NYX Jumbo eye pencils which are not easily available in India.
4. Economical in price.
5. Easily available at all Lakme Counters.
6. It did not sting my water line…so can be used there too.
7. I am in love with this ink blue color..!!

Cons:

1. These are soft and so smudge easily too if used alone.
2. You need a big sharpener to sharpen this.
3. Only 4 colors available…there should have been much more.
4. I guess if you need a pointed tip always and sharpen too much..these would finish off soon.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 4/5

Would I buy it again: Yes…this particular color…coz I am in love with this color.. :))

P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion

Lakme Fantasy Collection Enrich Satin Nail Color 249

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Fantasy Collection had 6 nail paints from 247 to 252

 MRP: Rs. 90/- for

I have the shade 249. Its a milky pink color..very nice for daily wear. Would go well with both casuals and formals. The shade is exactly similar to Lakme Enrich Satin Lipstick 131.


And here it is on me..

Please ignore my short nails and cuticles..I do torcher them during exams and they would take some time to be back to original again :p

The color is very sheer actually and 1 coat of it hardly shows up..you have to apply 2 coats for it to show up. But overall its a pretty color..and I liked it. I also liked 247 which is a champagne brown color and 250 which is a guava pink color. I have reviewed the True Wear Nail color here before.

P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion

Which shade do you like ??

Yardley of London Katrina’s Favorite Body Spray Review

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About Yardley: Yardley specialises in creating fragrances based around one or two key linear notes (a note that remains constant throughout the scent) and softened with subtle top, heart and base notes.

Over the years, Yardley of London has become loved for its beautiful floral fragrances that are timeless classics worn by women of all ages. From light refreshing body sprays to the more indulgent eau de toilettes, we combine only the highest quality ingredients to create long lasting yet delicate fragrances.

Pamper your senses with exotic floral fragrances captured Yardley’s refreshing floral range of perfumed deodorants . Make your life fragrant !
All time favourite women’s fragrance range
Long lasting, lingering fragrances
Elegant pack design
Tamper proof actuator (spray lock) to prevent use at shop level
Available in 6 exotic floral fragrances
Available in 2 pack sizes 75ml and 150ml

About English Lavender: English lavender top and heart notes toned down with floral and musk base notes. English Lavender is Yardley’s signature fragrance. It has pride of being place as the brand’s number one scent in the range and offers the most extensive collection of quality bath and body luxuries. Capturing the soothing properties of finest lavender, Yardley English Lavender combines lavender’s floral freshness with a deeper note of musk to create a fragrance that is a pleasure to wear. Blended with a dash of bergamot, sensual sandalwood and calming neroli, Yardley English Lavender has become a timeless classic, appealing to women throughout the ages with its unique ability to influence the mind, body and the senses.

About English Rose:  English rose with added top green notes, middle floral notes and base spicy woody notes. Encapsulating the essence of a classic sun-drenched English garden, Yardley English Rose is a light fresh scent that soon deepens to create an evocative floral scent. With its own unique blend of this timeless fragrance, Yardley English Rose has been enchanting women around the world for generations. Lovers of the traditional will instantly recognise the fresh green top notes of geranium & rose which surround a creamy white floral heart; but in an enticing twist, Yardley English Rose also possesses a captivating woody, spicy base which makes it an alluring choice of scent for both daytime & evening.


MRP: Rs.300/- for a pack of two (150 ml each)

Ingredients: Ethyl Alcohol, Butane, Propane, Isobutane, Fragrance, Diethylphthalate, Propylene Glycol, Triclosan

Pros:

1. It has a tamper proof spray lock so it cannot be used and tested.
2. The gift pack of two is a nice combo and ideal for yourself or for gifting it to others.
3. Economical
4. I love the English Lavender smell..lavender with musk is an amazing combo..much deserved to be the brand’s number one scent.
5. Does not stain clothes when sprayed on it unlike a few deos.

Cons:

1. I found English Rose a little too floral and sweet for me.
2. The staying power of these deos is 2-3 hours.
3. Has Alcohol in Ingredients.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes… I would like to try Lily and Jasmine or Sandalwood now..

P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion.

What is your favorite fragrance ??

KK Center HK False Eyelashes Review

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KK Center HK has tons of eye lashes and makeup palettes, wigs, nail paints, nail tools and many other things…there is soo much stuff that you would just get confused…Check out their site here

The lashes are of  following types:

Criss-Cross Lashes
Natural Lashes
Feather EyeLashes
Individual Eyelash
Glamour Lashes
Luxuriant Lashes
Human Hair Lashes
Lower Eyelashes
Vibrant Lashes

I have the Eye’s Chic 842  Cross 3 False Fake Eyelashes and Zixianna eye cream (eyelash glue)

These are the most light weight and natural eye lashes I have seen and have till now..I am just in love with the natural design of it.

More about it:

Brand New With Original Retail Packing Box

100% Authentic

Made In Vietnam

Ten Pairs In Box

Made From Synthetic Fiber

Length Of Head Lashes : 0.6cm

Length Of Middle Lashes : 1.3cm

MRP: 13.45 $

The Glue is nice too..has an eyeliner type brush and is black in color..so would not look weird on your eyes.

Here it is on me..

Overall I loved them..they are super light and nice..

P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion.

Adorn Minerals Cosmetics Liquid Foundation Review, Swatches

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Adorn Minerals Cosmetics Liquid Foundation Review, Swatches

Adorn Mineral Cosmetics is an Australian brand and has everything from makeup to accessories to gift packs. Check out their site here

It is:

100% natural
Water & sweat resistant
Weightless, natural & won’t clog the pores
Australian Made and Owned
Not tested on animals – Choose Cruelty Free and PETA registered
100% Vegan and registered Halal
Packaging recycling program
Product refill program

Free From:

Use of Nanotechnology
Palm oil
Chemical nasties, fillers or skin irritants
Talc
Bismuth Oxychloride
Carmine & ferric ferrocyanide
Parabens
Artificial fragrances
Dimethicone
Animal ingredients
Artificial preservatives and colours

This is a very light weight foundation and you would not even feel like you are wearing any..Though the name is liquid foundation…it is more of a cream…and just a little bit is enough to cover the whole face..just half a pump..I like the dispensor of the bottle which comes out by twisting when required and goes down when not by twisting again…saves space and makes it easy to carry.

What the Company claims: Light – Medium coverage. Non-greasy, lightweight formula that wont clog your pores and feels just like your own skin. It’s as if you are not wearing any make-up at all. Convenient twist and pump, airless dispenser that reduces spillage and waste.

Directions: Ensure your primer has absorbed first, then apply foundation. Two pumps of foundation is usually sufficient – apply using clean fingertips, liquid foundation brush or a sponge.

Ingredients: Rosa Damascena (Rose) Flower Distillate*, Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Zinc Oxide, Mica (CI 77019), Glycerine*, Cetearyl Glucoside, Cetearyl Alcohol, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Xanthan Gum, may contain (+/-) Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Ultramarines (CI 77007)

MRP: 59 $ for 30g

Pros:

1. Very light weight and sits on skin like second skin.
2.  Packaging and pump dispensor are nice and make it travel friendly.
3. Though the directions say 2 pumps..for me half a pump is enough for the whole face and neck.
4. It gives medium coverage and it can be buildable to heavy if you need so.
5. This is going to last long..as the qty is enough.
6. It is free from parabens.talc, palm oil and other chemicals…so does not harm skin and would never clog pores.
7. It blends like a dream with my Sigma F80.
8. The website and management is very nice…they help you select the exact shade and always reply instantly.

Cons:

1. It has only 5 shades..and mine is Medium Dark which is the second darkest..the 1st three being for paler and pinker undertones.
2. Difficult to find out the exact shade online.
3. Its expensive and the shipping cost is high too..but you do get quality.

Rating:

Quality: 4.5/5
Value for money: 3.75/5
Availability: 3.5/5

Overall Rating: 4/5

Would I buy it again: Yes..I actually loved it…but this is also going to last me long.

Budget Gadgets Review

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Budget gadgets has lots and lots of interesting and innovative gadgets on their site…there are tons of them..and you could spend the whole day just checking them all out. Check it out here

There are tons of pen drives with all different shapes like chocolate bar, frogs, disney characters and what not..

I has this Portable Butterfly Massager for Body Muscle RHD2183, Mini Keychain Universal TV Remote Control, Multi-functional USB Memory Card Reader SY-360 and GSM/CDMA USB Cellphone SIM Card Reader&Writer Adapter

3.34 $

1.18 $

2.39 $

2.98 $

USB drive CD and an extra battery

I am loving the memory and sim card reader..they are super awesome and easy to use..and read all types of memory cards..

The butterfly massager is ok..the vibration is a little less and sometimes hardly felt..

The universal remote did not work..may be some frequency is to be adjusted..I am still trying to work it out..

Overall its a great site with amazing gadgets on a budget….a total value for money.

Plus they have free shipping worldwide always..

Offer for you all… get 5 % discount site wide using the coupon code “newlovemakeup5off”

Check out their facebook page here and like it..as they keep on having giveaways from time to time.

Would I buy again: Yes..for sure..


P.S: Products sent by site for review but it has not affected my opinion.

Lotus Herbals Moist Petals Lipstick Maroon Melody Review, Swatches

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I am reviewing this lipstick today..as currently it has an offer of Buy 1 Get 1 free….and its worth grabbing !!!
I have the shade 113..maroon melody which I dont know why is not mentioned on the site..
Here are the shades…
 

What the Company claims: A premium quality luxurious lip color which hydrates, nourishes & protects lips for hours with symphytum officinale & plantage oyata seed botanical extracts. 100% vegetarian: no animal ingredients.

Directions for use: Fill lips with color, working from the corner of the mouth towards the middle. Use a lip liner that is closet in shad to the lipstick color.

MRP: Rs 285/- for 4.2 g

At first I got scared seeing such a dark color…but its a very pretty crimson red…which I have started loving…although I do not wear it outside…:/

The best thing about these lipsticks is they are super hydrating, not at all dry and lasts long..and are super pigmented…one swipe is enough.

Pros:

1. I love the packaging…its different and nice.
2. These are super pigmented and very moisturising.
3. Contains herbal and natural ingredients.
4. Stays for a long time…atleast 3-4 hours.
5. Economical and totally worth the price.

Cons:

1. Some times settles into fine lines.
2. Lotus Cosmetics are not available everywhere and thats the biggest problem 🙁

Check out beautydiva India’s iced  coffee shade here

The offer:

I think they should be grabbed at the price of 140 at buy 1 get 1 free..

Rating:

Quality: 4.5/5
Value for money: 4.5/5
Availability: 3/5

Overall Rating: 4/5

Would I buy it again: Yes…in fact before 31st May 😉

P.S: I am liking 141..hope its a pretty pink..

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Lakme Enrich Satin Lipsticks 132,138 Review, Swatches
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Maybelline Moisture Extreme Lipsticks Review, Swatches
Lotus Herbals Floral Glam Lipsticks Sensuous Mauve and Choco Chip Review,Swatches
Maybelline Watershine Lipstick Review, Fancy Gold and Iced tea Swatches 

Lotus Herbals PhytoRX Protective Lotion Review

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I know I am very late in reviewing this…anyways better late than never 🙂
Lotus Herbals Phyto RX Protective Lotion is a part of the professional range I had described here

MRP: Rs 225/- for 100 ml

It comes with a white stopper to avoid spillage accidentally.

It is a light pink lotion…looks similar to my HG Lacto calamine but a little denser..has a mix of herbal and rose water smell. It comes in a pump bottle and 1 pump is enough for the whole face and neck. It is meant for normal to oily skin and has anti bacterial properties…but works fine for dry skin too.

Pros:

1. Absorbs easily and is non greasy.
2. Pump bottle is easy to use.
3. Has anti bacterial properties..and helps heal the skin faster..and works great for cuts,bites,etc…
4. Makes skin feel cool.
5. Has a light tint and can double up as Tinted Moisturiser if topped with compact.
6. This is going to last real long…as only a little qty is required.

Cons:

1. Needs a cap.
2. Makes my T Zone oily in 2 hours…and thats the main problem.
3. Only available at professional salons.
4. Not all herbal ingredients.

Rating :

Quality : 3.75/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 3/5

Overall Rating:  3.5/5

Would I buy it again : May be…I am not sure coz of the oily T Zone thing..otherwise I liked it..But would love to try other products from this range.

Here is the price list of all the products of this range..

And here is the list of places you can find these..

P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion.