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New Medimix Ayurvedic Natural Glycerine Soap With Lakshadi Oil Review

New Medimix Ayurvedic Natural Glycerine Soap With Lakshadi Oil Review

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New Medimix Ayurvedic Natural Glycerine Soap With Lakshadi Oil Review

Hi guys,

Today I am reviewing something different, a soap. Medimix is one brand that we have all used at some point in our lives, and then we get different and new options and we forget the ‘natural’ and be lured by the fancy packaging and latest launches. Medimix has launched their new soap with natural glycerine and lakshadi oil. Lakshadi Tailam/Oil is an old ayurvedic recipe of a massage oil and it is made with a blend of different herbs like Laksha, Asvagandha, Katuka, etc.

They have also come up with this TVC which urges us to ‘Go Natural’ and it is so true!

What the Company claims: Medimix Ayurvedic Natural Glycerine With Lakshadi Oil contains a unique combination of the purest and finest grade vegetable glycerin and the time tested Ayurvedic formula of Lakshadi oil to effectively prevent dry skin.

MRP: Rs.45/- for 125g

Ingredients:

It is transparent green soap and has a slight herbal smell. Lakshadi Oil helps in a lot of ailments like fever, body ache, etc and is also used for massaging babies in some parts of India. Some of the ingredients also help in body acne or itches and rashes, them being anti – bacterial and anti – fungal.

Natural glycerine in the soap makes it perfect for the current winters, as it keeps the skin moisturized and skin does not feel dry or stretchy as with other regular soaps.

It foams well and cleans the skin well, one can also use a loofah on top of the soap foam for extra exfoliation or foaming. I love using it for my body and I also used it for my face. I don’t usually use soaps on my face as most of them are very drying for my skin but this one did not dry the skin at all.

It is vegan and cruelty free and does not contain any animal fat or derivative. It is priced very affordably at Rs.45/- and lasts long too, just don’t keep it in water.

Overall I would say Medimix is still the same, natural and herbal with glycerine, and does not dry out skin. Perfect for all year round. Definitely recommend trying this out!

Rating:

Quality: 4.5/5
Value for money : 4.5/5
Availability: 4/5

Overall rating: 4.25/5

Have you tried the new Medimix Natural Glycerine Soap With Lakshadi Oil?

March MSM Express Box Review

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March MSM Express Box Review

About MSMBox (My Style Mile Box):  MSMbox.com was finally launched in Oct 2014.

Simply put, MSMbox.com is a discovery e-commerce platform that offers consumers the opportunity to buy, try and enjoy beauty brands in the market.

For a nominal subscription of either Rs 495/- for the MSM Express Box or Rs 995/- for the MSM Select Box, every month, you get a surprise goodie box containing beauty, grooming and lifestyle products from new and established beauty brands, and then some!

Our motto – ‘a lot in a little’- sets us apart from any other beauty box currently in the market.

For starters, the box contains full size products along with carefully curated samples. Besides that, to really delight the consumer, we don’t just take care of your beauty and grooming needs. We go the extra mile and offer something more through our collaborations and associations with leading salons/spas, cafe’s and shopping.

Msmbox.com brings it all together, on an exciting online platform of rich content on trends, updates on the beauty world, and weekly blogs from our in-house team, and of course feedback and participation from our consumers.

So there are basically two options in MSM Box, ‘Express’ for all normal drugstore brands and ‘Select’ for premium brands like The Body Shop,Soap and Glory,Innisfree,etc.. Also both boxes every month include 1-2 surprise goodies/samples from new brands that are just IN, in the market.

Express box is pink in colour while the Select box is mango yellow in colour

I got MSM Express Box which retails at Rs.495/-. Even though its a March box, I somehow couldn’t review it then, sorry for the delay. It looks like a small compact box but is very very heavy with a lot of stuff inside.

Let’s unravel the mystery of what’s inside the box..

I received 5 products, 2 from Kronokare, 2 from Biotique and 1 from Just Herbs.

Kronokare Provencial Lavender Glycerine Soap

Kronokare Provencial Lavender Body Lotion (Deluxe Sample)

Biotique Bio AloeVera SPF30+ Suncreen

Biotique Bio Kajal

Just Herbs SilkSplash Neem-Bitter Orange Rehydrant Face Wash

Except the Body Lotion, I got rest 4 full sized samples which is quite a good deal for a box priced at Rs.495/-! But I would have liked all 5 different brands rather than 2 products from the same brand. Also I have tried Kronokare before and I am not really a fan of the Body Lotion, its not moisturizing enough.

Looking forward to try the Biotique and Just Herbs products.

Overall I would say, price wise, it is one of the best subscription box out there which actually offers a good value for money. I only hope they can maintain the price and number of products offered in the same way in future too. I would love to try the ‘Select’ Box next.

Have you tried the MSM Box yet?

Neev Neem Tulsi Handmade Soap Review

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Neev Neem Tulsi Handmade Soap Review

By Shruti

Product: Neem Tulsi handmade soap by Neev Soaps

What the Company claims: About Neev : Neev Herbal Handmade Soaps are made from vegetable oils (coconut, olive, palm and mahua oils) and purest essential oils without using any chemicals or artificial colours. Mild and nourishing to the skin they do not rob the skin off its natural oil.

Mahua Oil which has been traditionally used by the tribal communities of Jharkhand helps to keep the skin healthy and shiny.
  
All our soaps are made in small batches using cold process method which best preserves the beneficial qualities of our ingredients. Freshness, quality ingredients and gentle processing all contribute to our exceptional product.

Neem Tulsi Natural Handmade soap – The purifying and rejuvenating essence.

Ingredients: Neem Oil,Coconut Oil, Mahua Oil, Lye and scented using pure essential oils of Basil Oil, Dill Oil, Nagarmotha Oil, Geranium Oil. 

Benefits of Neev Herbal Handmade Soaps : Neev Herbal Handmade Soaps also help in controlling water pollution since they contain no harsh ingredients or chemical preservatives. There is no wastage or pollution caused during the manufacturing process.
Neev Herbal Handmade Soaps last longer than the normal soaps of similar weight, because they do not contain any fillers.

Social Responsibility : Neev Herbal Handmade Soaps is not Just a commodity but a vision. It is a social enterprise that reveres and celebrates harmony between man and nature. We aim to produce the highest quality handcrafted herbal products while providing a dignified means of employment for rural women and regenerating rural economy”.

“It is an excellent moisturizer, is high in Vitamin E, soothing to stressed skin, antidepressant, antibacterial and antifungal. It has a TFM of 76.2% and is a Grade A Soap.

Qty. : 75 gm
Price: Rs.80/-


Review: Neev  is a noble venture which provides employment to women in rural areas. The soaps are environment friendly products. The Neem soap bar consists of Neem oil, Basil oil, Coconut oil etc. All the products are natural. That is a great cause for cheer!

Neev also has a Lemongrass handmade soap. So there is a choice for consumers. The Neem ones provide a refreshing feeling after a long days work. Lemongrass on the other hand, a very relaxing, almost lullaby like.

The whole bath place smells vibrant with these soap bars. Some Candles along with these will surely light some hearts!



The soaps are really long lasting. The fragrance lingers on for quite some time after a bath. Since they are natural products, they do not rob the skin of its moisture.

80 Rs for 75 gms of soap bar might be a little on the expensive side, but it is long lasting.

Positives: Noble cause of the manufacturers, Chemical free soaps, refreshing and relaxing
Negatives: A little expensive, the look and feel of the soap does not have the best finishing.

Rating : 7.5/10

Editor’s Note: Sounds nice Shruti..will give Neev soaps a try..

Have you tried Neev Soaps ?

Nyassa Fresh Raspberry Soap Review

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Nyassa Fresh Raspberry Soap Review

Fresh Raspberry Handmade Soap

MRP: 100 grams Rs. 200

The essence of sweet summer raspberries, ripe and ready to fall off the vine.

For best results, a rub or two will give excellent lather & the soap will last much longer. Please keep the soap dry between use. For all skin types

Naturally Pampering Ingredients: Soap Base, Essential oil/Fragrance and Colour

Best before 12 months from manufacture/100% Vegetarian

Its a clear soap..with a green base on one side..though thats quite less compared to the pic..

I love the smell !! It smells of real raspberries..

It does foam a lot..you can cut it into pieces and use as required..I like the fact that its not as drying as other soaps..though a little drying..more so if you used to creamy body washes like me..I use the Johnsons..

The only con would be once in contact with water..later even if you store it in a dry place..it keeps on precipitating and melting..I don’t know why..I keep cleaning and drying it..and still every time I see it..its wet all over with small water droplets over it..and this makes it melt and finish off sooner..now I don’t know how to keep it dry..apart from storing it in a dry place..

I also find it a little expensive for 100g..and also since it melts off sooner..

You can even buy it on the Nyassa site online..they have some additional shipping charges depending on the state..its Rs. 50/- for Maharashtra..They are also available on Craftsvilla, Urban Touch and Flipkart..

They have many other soaps like berry, lemon, mogra, rose and cardamom, etc in clear base..and other variants like Honey and Oats Soap and Loofah Soaps…I would love to try more of these..

If you like clear soaps, I did recommend trying this..

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again: Ya..but some other..

Which is your favorite clear soap ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review.

Divine Vanilla Patchouli Soap Review

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I had received this from Meg of Beaute Naturelle along with some other samples..

What the Company claims: Sumptuously scented with delicate notes of the Vanilla bean and the exotic, calming and grounding fragrance of of Patchouli. All of the Divine bathing bars are very rich in natural glycerin due to a natural cold process method.

MRP: Rs.50/- for 75g

This is the creamiest soap I have used till now..even after just opening the pack..the dry soap  is also super creamy to touch..has an super awesome smell of vanilla with hints of patchouli..

Pros:

1. Super creamy soap.
2. Foams decently…unlike Khadi
3. Economical..they are priced almost the same as Khadi but are much better than those quality wise.
4. Love the smell !!
5. Does not dry out the skin.

Cons:

1. The smell does not linger for long.
2. Only available online.

Overall I quite liked this soap…better than others I have used..

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 4/5

Would I buy it again: Yes..I would love to try the different variants in it..

You can check Divine soaps and other products here..Beaute Naturelle has few other brands too…and they have also started COD in Mumbai and Pune..

Due to popularity of the products as gifts, Beauté Naturelle is launching a range of customizable gift baskets, suitable for general gifting, weddings, festivals, birthdays, anniversaries and so on:

Divinité 4 DIVINE Handcrafted Bathing Bars Rs. 350
Sensualité Tvam shower gels: Set of 2: Woody Sandalwood and Honey (Sensual) and Lavender and Ylang-Ylang (Relaxing) Rs. 650
Aromathérapie 3 tvam soaps (Cinnamon-Patchouli, Berberry, Sea Buckthorn or Ginger Lime) Rs. 1,050
Fleur de L’amour (Flower of Love) Rose Addiction Body Butter, Scrub and Lotion Rs. 1,200
Escapade Honey Bees Buzz lotion, Sunscreen, 1 Divine soap, Lip Balm Rs. 1,250

*Prices are inclusive of assembly and packing charges

Features:

Eco-friendly wicker basket
Silver/Gold/Indigo/Iridescent/Multicolored nest of shred the products will rest on
Silver/Gold/Pink mesh encircling the basket and a white/gold ribbon tying it all together.
A lovely handwritten note with whatever you want Beauté Naturelle to say, tied with gold thread or red ribbon.

A picture is worth a thousand words. To view the complete range of gift baskets in detail, please click:

https://picasaweb.google.com/115963025668761104171/BeauteNaturelleGiftingOptions

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

Khadi Fresh Jasmine Bathing Bar Review

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Khadi has Soaps (called Herbal Glycerin Body Wash) in many different variants..I have the one in Fresh Jasmine..Its a white colored soap with a very light jasmine smell. The other ones are :

  • Strawberry
  • Haldi Chandan
  • Khus
  • Aloevera
  • Mixed Fruit
  • Chandan
  • Rose Sandal
  • Mogra
  • Neem-Tulsi
  • Neem
  • Lavender
  • Natural Mint
  • Pineapple
  • Orange
  • Natural Saffron
  • Fresh Lemon
  • Kewda 


From site…

Indication : An ayurvedic body wash cleanses the skin and body dirt. It removes dead cells from the skin and giving smoothness and soft feeling.

Method of use : Apply body wash on wet on face. rub to produce lather, then wash off.

Ingredients : Jasmine, Ghartkumari, Haldi, Lodhra, Padmakh, Madhu, Glycerin, Purified water, Base.

Nett Wt. 15g, 75g, 125g.

MRP- Rs 45/- for the 125g bar

Pros:
1. It has a very light smell…nothing too over powering.
2. Has all natural and herbal ingredients.
3. Cleans well as claimed.
4. Does not leave the skin dry.
5. Price is economical.

Cons:
1. Does not lather well..may be coz its soap free type..
2. Availability..even at the main Khadi store there were just 4-5 of these and not all.

I would say its a decent enough natural soap..which can be used everyday. Check out more Khadi products here

Overall rating: 4/5

Would I buy it again:  Yes,,may be..actually I love my body washes more…but when in a hurry I prefer these soaps..and they are nice..I would like to try Strawberry and Neem Tulsi..

Have you used these ? Do you like them ?

Oriflame Haul

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Oriflame Haul

Hi guys,

I had ordered a few products from Oriflame and I received them today….

 

 

I got the body talcs, eye lash curler, Giordani Loose Powder Kabuki Brush, two shampoos, one visions lipstick in mauve magic (to try out), Soothing Foot Cream, Honey and Milk Soap (again to try), Alladin and Yasmin eye pencil, Two Visions nail paints in silver pink and romance, one head band and one white tip nail pencil….

I would review and post swatches of the mauve magic lipstick and alladin and yasmin eye pencil…dark brown and light brown-bit like copper…

So what all did you like ??