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Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser Review

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Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser Review
About Liz Earle Naturally Active Skin care: Liz Earle Naturally Active Skincare is a Great British beauty brand, founded in 1995. We are passionate about all that we do and create products that really work on every skin type by harnessing the potent powers of the finest quality naturally active ingredients.

Our products offer a simple no-fuss and dependable routine which is also a pampering daily treat for everyone. Check out their site here

About the Cleanser: We only make one cleanser because this formulation is the ultimate in concentrated yet gentle cleansing power and works on every age and skin type.

Our plant-based cleanser has a 2-phase action, phase 1 is the cleansing. Free from mineral oil, it has a rich and creamy texture and swiftly removes all traces of face and eye make-up, even stubborn mascara.

Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser Review

Phase 2 is the polishing. Polish off the cream using the pure muslin cloth to help gently dislodge dead skin cells and help reveal clean, soft and radiant skin.

Naturally active ingredients include eucalyptus and cocoa butter for smoother, clearer skin.

Suitable for all skin types.

Directions for use: Cleanse daily morning and night using this two-step process:

Step 1: Massage 1 or 2 pumps gently onto dry skin over face and neck. Free from mineral oil, its rich and creamy texture swiftly removes all traces of face and eye make-up, including stubborn mascara.

Step 2: Rinse the pure muslin cloth in hand-hot water and wring out before gently polishing off the cream to gently remove dead skin cells and help reveal clean, soft and radiant skin.

Splash face with cool clean water and follow with Instant Boost Skin Tonic and your choice of moisturiser.

Ingredients: Aqua (water), Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Theobroma cacao (cocoa) seed butter, Cetearyl alcohol, Cetyl esters, Sorbitan Stearate, Polysorbate 60, Glycerin, Cera alba (beeswax), Propylene glycol, Humulus lupulus (hops) extract, Panthenol, Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) extract, Anthemis nobilis (chamomile) extract, Eucalyptus globulus (eucalyptus) oil, Limonene, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dehydroacetic acid, Polyaminopropyl biguanide.

MRP: 5.10 GBP for 30 ml (It comes in 30ml,50ml,100ml and 200ml pump and tube options..check here)

Its off white in color and has medium consistency..not too thick nor too runny. It has a herbal smell. This cleanser by Liz earle has won multiple awards as the best cleanser. It comes with a polish cloth which is made in India :))

Pros:

1. It does cleanse well and removes all makeup including water proof mascara.
2. Skin feels super soft and smooth.
3. It even moisturises skin while cleansing.
4. Has all natural ingredients.
5. Does not contain parabens.
6. Delivers all over the world and that too quick.

Cons:

1. Very expensive for a cleanser…but than it does deliver quality 🙂
2. The smell might be a problem for few.
3. Available online only.

Rating:

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

Overall rating: 4/5

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

Sigma F80 Flat Top Synthetic Kabuki Brush Review

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Sigma F80 Flat Top Synthetic Kabuki Brush Review


F80 is a flat top duo fibre buffer brush which would make your foundation application a dream..you can stipple with short strokes for heavy coverage or buff with circular motions for lighter coverage. It goes all over the face evenly and gives flawless results.
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What the Company claims: This exclusive flat top synthetic kabuki was designed to deliver a flawless makeup application. The Sigma Makeup F80 is a buffer brush that can be used to blend powder or liquid products. The short and dense bristles make it easy to buff your liquid foundation. The long handle adds comfort to your makeup application. The synthetic fibers are ideal to be used with liquid products and can be easily cleaned. Made of Synthetic Sigmax HD filament.

MRP: 16$

Pros:

1. The brush is super soft and dense.
2. Blends foundation like a dream.
3. Gives an awesome even finish and an air brushed effect.
4. Does not shed or bleed.
5. Can be used for cream, powder and liquid products.
6. Makes it super easy and fast to use foundation.
7. The handle size is perfect for control.

Cons:

1. It does take time to clean and dry it..as its dense.
2. It stains the bristles.

Rating:

Quality: 5/5
Value for money: 5/5
Availability: 5/5 (They deliver in 5-6 days 🙂 )

Overall rating: 5/5

I think its a must have and a great buy…I know now why its loved so much and raved about by everyone..it totally deserves it.. Visit the site here

The Nature’s Co. Passion Fruit-Pineapple Body Mist Review

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The Nature’s Co. Passion Fruit-Pineapple Body Mist Review

The Passion Fruit-Pineapple Body Mist is from the Foressence range of The Nature’s Co.

What the Company claims: Renew and awaken your senses with our Passion Fruit and Pineapple Body Mist. Lose yourself in tropical paradise with this ripe,luscious scent. Mist on this soothing blend with moisturizing Aloe Vera right after a shower or bath. Don’t apply on cuts or inflamed skin. Keep away from flame or high heat.

MRP: Rs.455/- for 100ml

Ingredients: Each 100g contains- Blend of essential oil – 5%, Aloevera extract – 5%,Vitamin E – 1%,Vegetable glycerine – 2% and W/S base & Food Grade Colors. Products made using natural hill spring water.

Its a light pink colored body mist in a square bottle. It does not have alcohol like most other body mists and its even better priced than body mists of other brands.

Pros:

1. I like the square bottle…its cute.
2. Does not contain alcohol.
3. Better priced than other body mists.
4. Nature’s Co. products are eco friendly,recyclable and cruelty free.
5. It does not dry out skin as it has glycerine and oils.

Cons:

1. Smell stays only for 2 hours.
2. The cap is a little lose and so it cannot be carried along.
3. Pineapple scent is a little too strong and overpowering at the start
which I personally dint like…though it gets milder later.

I found this smell quite ok..though I liked the fact that its alcohol free and does not dry out skin.

Rating:

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

Overall rating: 3.75/5

You can also buy it online. Check out the site here

Would I buy it again: Yes but in some other scent.

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

Makari Clarifying Exfoliating Antiseptic Soap Review

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Makari Clarifying Exfoliating Antiseptic Soap Review

What the Company claims : Thanks to its natural properties, this triple action soap is designed to effectively brighten, cleanse and even tone the skin while providing resurfacing benefits. Gentle enough to use daily, this unique formula has ingredients designed to lighten and protect the skin with topical anti-oxidants as it helps condition the skin and retain its moisture level. The soap offers an ideal treatment to prepare the skin for the enhanced effectiveness of the entire range of Makari de Suisse Skin Clarifying products.

Directions for use: Suitable for all skin types. Use daily in the bath or shower. For maximum effect of the soaps whitening properties please keep lather on for at least 5 minutes.

MRP: Rs 800/- for 200g

Ingredients: Sodium Palmate, sodium palm kernelate, aqua, glycerin, mulberry, root extract, elaesis guineensis kernel acid, elaesis guineensis acid, triclocarban, parfum sodium chloride, prunus armeniaca kernel extract, tetrasodium EDTA, tetrasodium etidronate

I have the 30g bar and have been using it from the last 10-12 days..its a hexagonal shape soap and has small seed like exfoliants in it.

Pros:

1. I like the packaging..its pretty.
2. Smells nice.
3. It did not break me out.
4. It lasts real long…and does not crack like other soaps.
5. Skin feels squeaky clean after using it.
6. It did help me with my whiteheads.
7. It helped remove tan too.

Cons:

1. Its expensive.
2. A little dryness is felt on the skin immediately after using it.
3. The seeds after using a few times..come out and feel harsher on skin…but later they subsided.

You can check out more Makari products here..Its Beauty Whitening cream and caviar products are quite famous.

Rating:

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

Overall rating: 3/5

Would I buy it again: May be..if it was not so expensive.

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

The Nature’s Co. Peppermint Face Wash Review

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The Nature’s Co. Peppermint Face Wash Review


The Nature’s Co. has some very good products divided into different ranges like Atmosphere, Foressence, Starrize, Aquaspark and Earthborne. You can check out their site here

Peppermint face wash is from their Atmosphere range. Its meant for oily skin.

What the Company claims: Refreshing, reviving, fragrant Peppermint extracts act as a natural astringent to normalize skin oiliness. Our cooling, anti-bacterial Face Wash works as a mild yet effective cleansing agent that breaks down oily, pore-clogging residue without irritating or drying skin. Use everyday, morning and night. Wet face, squeeze a small amount into palm of hand. Gently massage onto face in circular motions. Rinse off thoroughly with warm water.

Ingredients: Each 100g contains peppermint extract 1%, peppermint oil 2%, Aloe Vera extract 4%, Orange Oil 1%, Tea Tree oil 1% and Gel Base,Aroma, Natural Preservatives and Food Grade Colors.
Products made using Natural hill spring water.

MRP: Rs. 325/- for 125ml

Its a transparent golden gel based face wash..similar to Pears in color…but thicker..its not runny. The packaging is nice and the flip cap closes perfectly.

Pros:

1. It cleanses the skin well as it claims.
2. It has a nice peppermint smell which I like.
3. Skin feels cool and refreshed.
4. It does not dry out the skin at all and I can even skip a moisturiser.
5. The packaging is sturdy and nice and the product does not ooze out more than required as its not too runny.
6. Its going to last long as a little bit is enough for the face.
7. Its eco friendly, recyclable and Nature’s Co. is 100 % vegan and cruelty free as certified by PETA.

Cons:

1. Its steep for a face wash.
2. As the tube is big and broad, you cannot carry it around.
3. It does not foam much..may be coz its soap free..so people who like too much of foam may not like it.

Overall its a quite nice face wash and perfect for summers especially for people with oily skin.

Rating:

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

Overall rating: 4/5

Would I buy it again: Yes in summers.

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

Dabur Gulabari Moisturising Cold Cream Review

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Dabur Gulabari Moisturising Cold Cream Review

What the Company claims : Dabur Gulabari Moisturising Cold Cream with natural rose extracts derives its goodness from Dabur Gulabari Rose Water. It is enriched with natural rose oil and key actives, which gently work on your skin, giving it a rose like glow.

Regular use of Dabur Gulabari Moisturising Cold Cream helps your skin in three ways:

Maintains Moisture Balance – Rose oil and glycerin help maintain the skin hydration balance, giving it a soft and supple look without leaving it oily

Protects Skin – Provitamin E helps protect your skin against skin damaging elements, leaving it soft and untouched

Gives Radiant Glow – Natural rose extracts help remove dryness and dullness, giving your skin a rose-like radiance

Key Ingredients: Glycerin,Sesame Oil, Sodium PCA, Provitamin E, Rose Oil, Rose Extract.
MRP: Rs.26/- for 29g

Its a light pink colored cold cream with an amazing rose smell…as its a cold cream..its little thick than other normal ones but less than the good old Nivea..

Pros:

1. I loveeee the rose smell…which stays on for some time.
2. Its super cheap.
3. Works well for my hands…I dont use it much on my face.
4. Did not break me out even when used on face.
5. Moisturises skin well.
6. I like the cute tub and I am gonna keep it to store my few rings,earrings,etc 😉

Cons:

1. Comes in a tub packaging..so you need to dip hands…unhygienic
2. All ingredients are not listed.
3. Oily skinned gals may not like it and find it greasy.

I think its a great product for winters especially..and more so for dry skinned gals. It would work as a nice hand cream especially.

Rating:

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

Overall rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes in winters..

Have you tried Dabur Gulabari ??

Fab India Vitamin E Skin Hydrating Cream Review

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Fab India Vitamin E Skin Hydrating Cream Review

This cream is supposed to be for oily skin…I have combination skin but I just love using it..

What the Company claims: An extremely light, moisture whipped cream loaded with age controlling cellular extracts and Vitamin E. It nourishes the skin and protects it against moisture loss

Key Ingredients : Water, Aloe Vera Extract, Jojoba Oil, Grapeseed Extract, Lactic Acid and Vitamin E Acetate.

Directions for use: Smooth over hands and body as often as required ,especially after washing.

MRP: Rs.175/- for 100 ml

Its a light pink colored cream and has a sweet smell…its mousse like in texture and gets abosrbed in 2-3 minutes.

Pros:

1. Its very light in texture and gets absorbed in the skin in a jiffy.
2. Skin feels smooth and nice and remains matte for a few hours.
3. Works well as a night cream too.
4. Has Vitamin E, lactic acid, jojoba oil,etc which are all good.
5. Perfect cream for oily skin as claimed.
6. Economical and the quantity is enough to last long.
7. Did not break me out.
8. Works for me both in summers and winters.

Cons:

1. All ingredients are not stated.
2. Packaging in a jar..is unhygienic and not travel friendly.
3. It says it is to be used on hands and body…but the texture of this cream is more suitable for the face.
4. I am not sure of the age controlling cellular extracts claim.

Well I use it mostly for my face and my skin is loving it. So yes its my HG and I will be always buying it 🙂

Rating:

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

Overall rating: 4.5/5

Would I buy it again: Yes obviously..

Have you tried the Fab India Vitamin E range ??

Lotus Herbals Natural Kajal Review and how to make kajal stay longer

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I love love this Kajal…I have also used the Shahnaz Hussain one before..which comes in a black case with mirror…but that does smudge and after a month or so..the shape of the bullet turns round from pointed..and then you get a very thick line on the eyes..and that smudges more..so I got his later..

What the Company claims : 100% natural kajal that relaxes & soothes eyes through the day. Smudge-proof & long lasting, it contains botanical extracts of camphor & almond oil to pamper eyes & promote lash growth.

Key Ingredients: Camphor, Liquorice and Almond oil

MRP: Rs 115/- for 4 gm

Just 1 swipe..before smudging

After smudging..fades but still remains

Pros:

1. Its jet black and one swipe gives a nice dark look.
2. Has cooling effect on the eyes.
3. It smudges less than other herbal kajals.
4. Its safe for contact lens wearers as I am also the one and does not sting at all.
5. The bullet tip stays as it is,even after months…and thats the biggest plus point of this kajal unlike the Shahnaz Hussain one which goes round and you get a super thick line which smudges all the more.
6. Economical and stays a long long time.
7. You can get it anywhere..even at normal pharmacy..so availability is never a problem.
8. Very easy to even tightline the eyes with it.

Cons:

1. The cap is small and can be misplaced..so one has to be careful..as without the cap the kajal would get contaminated and would be of no use.
2. Its not completely smudge proof as no kajal is..

Rating:

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

Overall rating: 4.25/5

Would I buy it again: Yes..I would.

Now onto how to make your kajal stay longer on the eyes.

1. Apply a single layer of kajal and smudge it with your ring finger on the waterline..and then apply another single layer..this would help make it stay all day long.
Remember all kajals smudge..so the more thicker the layer..the more chances of getting raccoon eyes..I know many of us like the dark jet black look..but that will not stay longer and instead spread around eyes after some time.

2. After using kajal…you can set it with a black liquid liner on top…so that would lock the color in the eyes.

3. You can set it with a matte black eyeshadow..that would create a bridge in between..and it will absorb all the moisture from the eyes..making it stay longer.

4. Apply lots of loose powder or your compact around and under the eyes…as it would help keep the humidity and oils at bay and not smudging your kajal.

5. Use a primer on the lower lashline too if need be.

6. And if it smudges even after all this..carry Q tips and a cleanser or lacto calamine and just clean the area lightly.

7. Avoid using creams around the eye area before makeup as that would make it more messy.

And thats all…you can add some more tips of yours..I would love to hear it from you all.

Related posts:

Maybelline Colossal Kajal Review 
The Kohl that survives all tests

Which kajal do you use ? How do you make it stay all day ?

How I trim my hair using CreaClip, Review

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How I trim my hair using CreaClip, Review

Mai Lieu has made CreaClip to cut and trim hair at home without any hassles. Its so easy to use and can be used anytime anywhere. Its nominated the best new product of the year and I agree.

What the Company claims: The CreaClip is a hair-cutting guide that you can use at home to cut your own or others’ hair. It is easy to use: Just Clip, Slide, and Cut!

Directions for use:
Follow these steps.

1. Make sure the level is aligned flush horizontally straight on the body of the clip.
2. Clip on the hair as horizontally straight as you can.
3. Wait a few seconds as he level will adjust it’s self.
4. Once the bubble stops, just slightly tilt the clip a Little to slowly move the bubble in the middle.
5. If you want to move the bubble left tilt clockwise, and vice versa.

It has two parts…the smaller one for bangs and short hair and the larger one for trimming and cutting long hair and getting layers. It comes with an instruction guide on how to get the cut we want.
It has teeth like a comb to smoothen out hair, a rotating leveler to tell us the exact straight position and a lock to hold hair in place.

If you use scissors and cut horizantally it will give a normal straight cut and if you cut vertically it would give a textured effect to hair.

MRP: 29.99$ (Including P & H)

Pros:

1. Its very easy to use.
2. Fast shipping..you get it in 7-8 days.
3. Gives very nice layers and bangs.
4. Very effective to maintain hairstyles as they are.
5. Used directly on dry hair.
6. Can be used anytime with just scissors or a trimmer.
7. Perfect tool for giving regular trims.
8. Saves money on trims at parlours..so cost effective.
9. Travel friendly.
10.Would be a great investment for those who have split ends.
11. Can be used on all hair types.
12. Comes with a 30 day full refund policy and is also guaranteed against all defects.

Cons:

1. If hairstyle is already in layers, it becomes difficult to get all hair together as the lengths would be different and one would want to maintain length.
2. It has to be cleaned properly as after a trim there would be short hair inside the teeth which may be a little difficult to remove.
3. Its not available in India and has to be ordered online.

Rating:

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

Overall rating: 4/5

Would I buy it again: I wont need to..but yes if I would have to…it makes a nice gift too.

Check out this video..it shows exactly how its done

You can see more on it and order it at creaclip.com

P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it did not affect my honest opinion.

Lotus Herbals Intensive Sun Block Spray SPF 50 Review

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Lotus Herbals Intensive Sun Block Spray SPF 50 Review
Lotus Herbals is very good with their sunscreens..I have tried two of them and loving them..I tried the Nomarks sunscreen before but it used to sweat me out..so I use to stay away from sunscreens but then I have realised the importance of sunscreens and how they are important to protect skin in the long term too..

I thought of giving the Lotus one a try..and I am so glad I did…It has SPF 50 and UVA Index 16

What the Company claims : This easy to use fine mist spray offers quick protection from UVA & UVB rays. It contains natural actives of chamomile, sage and thyme. Use on all exposed parts of the body, reapply frequently.

Directions for use : Spray directly on all exposed parts of the body (neck, arms, legs etc.) before exposure to sun. For face, spray into hand and apply to face. Re-apply frequently.

Active Ingredients: Extracts of sage as a natural sunscreen, chamomile for moisturising & thyme to protect from environmental damage.

MRP: Rs 195/- for 80 ml

Its a spray bottle…but its not a watery spray if you think so..Its a white liquid..spreads easily..and gets absorbed very fast..and is not at all greasy..it has no smell as such.

Pros:

1. Its the best sunscreen I have used till now.
2. Absorbs super easily and not at all greasy.
3. Claims to be sweat and water proof and it sure is.
4. Easy to carry and nice spray packaging.
5. Economical compared to other sunscreens.
6. Has no weird smells.
7. Did not break me out and neither sweats me out.
8. Does not give a whitish cast like other SPF products.
9. Its available at all supermarkets mostly.

Cons:

1. Dry skinned people may need a moisturiser beneath.

Rating:

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

Would I buy it again: Yes for sure..Its my HG sunscreen for now.

Have you used Lotus sunscreens ? Which one is your HG ?