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Monsoon Fashion Must-haves (Ft. TATA Cliq)

 Summer is bidding goodbye and Monsoon is right around the corner. At this juncture, I thought I should prepare my Monsoon Fashion Wishlist. When I peeked into my closet, I found absolutely nothing that I could call perfect for monsoons. Currently, my wardrobe is filled with summery, breezy clothes and pastel pieces. I thought I should make a change to the colour palette. Monsoon calls for vibrant, bright colours. It’s now time to bid adieu to pastels. Your monsoon wardrobe should take inspiration from the coolness and greenery around.

Monsoon calls for bright colours. It’s now time to bid adieu to pastels. Your monsoon wardrobe should take inspiration from the cool, cosy weather, the green and blue that is ruling the season right now. Monsoon fashion is all about being comfortable, wearing fabrics that resist water or that dries quickly and of course, the colours should be vibrant. In monsoon, the sun doesn’t shine brightly so wearing a pastel piece won’t serve the purpose. You must recreate the bright environment with your clothes. Even if you choose to wear soft shades, make sure your accessories are bold in colour for that spark nature is missing.

Last week, I got to know about the huge discounts TATA CLiQ is offering on all their products. I didn’t waste much time and went through their entire collection. Soon, I picked up 5 pieces that are the must-haves to gear up your Monsoon fashion game. Let me show you the items I chose-

Jumpsuits

A jumpsuit is a game changer during monsoons. It looks cute, fashionable and most importantly doesn’t get ruined if you accidentally step into a puddle. You can pair these up with a shrug or a casual shirt to layer it as you might feel cold on days when there is a heavy downpour. You can always wear flipflops with a casual jumpsuit to make it even more monsoon-appropriate.

This cute Blue Maria Jumpsuit is from New Look. It was originally priced at Rs 1799 but you get it for Rs 539 only because of the Pre End of Season sale on TATA CLiQ.

Shorts

With the goal of keeping your legs bare, another thing that you can invest on is a good pair of shorts. They can be your best friend for summers. A pair of vibrant coloured shorts goes well with many things. You can pair it with tank tops and wear a shirt over it, you can wear it with cold-shoulder tops or you can pair it with a kurta for a beachy, boho look. Accessorise your shorts with chappals or strappy sandals or if you love experimenting, you can give rubber booties a try.

These coral shorts are from Vero Moda. It was originally priced at Rs 1895 and currently at a 60% discount.

Shrugs

This is to make yourself really comfy when it’s cloudy and rains for hours. Shrugs will keep you warm if your hands tend to feel cold. Also, it keeps your hands covered on a no-shave day.

This beautiful black printed Honey & B shrug was originally priced at Rs 1299. It’s at a  30% discount right now after which the price is Rs 909.

Bold-coloured Shoes

As I said earlier, accessorising yourself with bold coloured stuff is actually going to make you stand out. The Sun God is not at his full fury so you might recreate the aura around yourself. If you are not comfortable with experimenting with your clothes, you can definitely experiment with your accessories. A bold, vibrant bag or a pair of bright coloured shoes can totally change the scenario and supersede the dullness around.

These red coloured Beach Line Red & White Boat Shoes are perfect for turn any dull monsoon day into bright, sunny day. It will add the perfect pop of colour to your outfit.

Backpacks

Backpacks are a must-haves during these sodden months. You might have to carry and umbrella with you even if you don’t need to use it. Basically, you need to keep your hands free. So, you need to carry a bag that holds all of the things you are carrying, because let’s be honest, in monsoons, you are carrying more stuff than you carry the rest of the year. Backpacks are best as they come in a variety of materials, they have enough space to carry your world and they don’t occupy your hands.

I really like this Pink coloured backpack a lot from Caprese.

As I mentioned earlier, TATA CLiQ is having huge sales on all the top brands like New Look (flat 70% off), Levis (flat 40%), Red Tape (flat 50%), Vero Moda (up to 60%), Caprese (flat 50%), Globus (Flat 70%), Crocs (up to 60%) and so on. The deals are so alluring that you don’t want to miss them. If you are planning to revamp your wardrobe and your monsoon fashion, here is your chance to do so. At this huge sales festival, you will definitely get something for you. It could be a great opportunity to gift your friends or relatives also.

This was my complete monsoon fashion wish list that I am planning to try accomplishing. I don’t like Monsoons much because of the dullness around. I am more of a bright, sunny day lover. The best way I find positivity during monsoon is by dressing myself up in bright clothes and accessories. Although, at any given point of time, I would choose light coloured, pastel coloured clothes I also think bright colours make me happy and confident from within. Which of the things you think you should get for this monsoon?

What is your idea of monsoon fashion?

That was it for today’s post. I hope you found this post helpful. Make sure to share it with your family and friends if you did. Pour in your thoughts in the comments. Your comments encourage me a lot! Do subscribe to our Newsletter so that you get notified whenever there is a new post on the blog. Will talk to you in my next post. Till then, be safe & keep smiling! Follow me on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram for regular updates. Add me on Snapchat for more fun and a sneak-peek of my life.

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Father’s Day Gift Hamper by Organic Harvest

Hi, guys! Tomorrow is Father’s Day and I am pretty sure all of you have already bought gifts for your dads. For those who haven’t and still looking for the best thing to gift to your father, I have an option.

This father’s day, pamper your beloved dad with the exclusive Organic Harvest hamper. The hamper includes Organic Harvest’s Sunscreen, Anti-tan Scrub and 3-1 Face Wash. A perfect pack to gift your dad a rejuvenated skin.

The Organic Harvest’s Anti Tan Scrub gently exfoliates the skin, unclogs pores and removes the layer of tanning. It contains scrubbing beads and olive oil in a cream base that will help in repairing even the most extreme sun damage. The scrub combines the benefits of olive oil and liquid Shea butter which deeply moisturises the skin, the Pro Vitamin B5 improves skin hydration levels. It gently eliminates dead skin cells and refines the texture of the skin.

While  Organic Harvest’s Sunscreen Lotion with SPF 30 contains a triple action formula and includes natural preservatives that shield the skin from harmful sun ray. Its sweat resistant formula ensures a carefree sun time, on the go. The sunscreen provides a superior physical broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection to the skin.

Organic Harvest Father's Day Gift Hamper | Cherry On Top

In the name of face wash, we often end up slathering harmful chemicals on our skin. Organic Harvest 3 in 1 Face Wash is a great choice if you are looking for a good quality, paraben-free face wash that restores the energy of the skin and gives it a healthy glow. The face wash is formulated without paraben, mineral oil and animal ingredients. It’s a 3-1 formula, which means Organic Harvest 3 in 1 Face Wash does the job of cleansing along with scrubbing and skin whitening.

So this Father’s Day surprise your father with a gift that will make him look and feel his very best.

That was it for today’s post. I hope you found this post helpful. Make sure to share it with your family and friends if you did. Pour in your thoughts in the comments. Your comments encourage me a lot! Do subscribe to our Newsletter so that you get notified whenever there is a new post on the blog. Will talk to you in my next post. Till then, be safe & keep smiling! Follow me on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram for regular updates. Add me on Snapchat for more fun and a sneak-peek of my life.

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My Everyday Makeup Bag Essentials

Hi, guys! Hope you all are doing good. Today’s post is going to be my everyday makeup bag essentials- things that I carry in my makeup bag whenever I am out of the door. Packaging your makeup bag is quite a task. You need to stop yourself from overpacking as your makeup bag should fit in your handbag that is already overstuffed with sweat block wipes, sunglass casesand umbrellas.

I have a certain policy for my everyday makeup bag. First of all, things that I would carry inside my makeup bag has to be my absolute favourites. I don’t carry experimental products in my bag. Secondly, my makeup bag must have fewer products but there should be a balance of makeup and skincare. Lastly, my makeup bag contents barely change. Maybe I replace the lipsticks depending on my mood or the compact depending on the season, but that’s it. I don’t carry a lot of products in my bag and these products are always the same.

One tip to not overpack your everyday makeup bag is to understand the difference between what you need and what you want. 

Kama Ayurveda Pure Vetiver Water

My Everyday Makeup Bag Essentials | Cherry On Top

If you follow me on Snapchat (sayantinee), you must have seen me unboxing the goodie bag I received at the Nykaa Beauty Bar event. This tiny bottle of toning water comes in handy when you are out in the sun. I always keep a bottle of mist with me during summers. These mists have multipurpose usage. You can use them as toner, to freshen up your face or to prevent your foundation from caking up. I’ll share more about it in another post.

Maybelline Baby Lips Spiced Up Berry Sherbet

My Everyday Makeup Bag Essentials | Cherry On Top

I need to carry a lip balm in my everyday makeup bag and when I say ‘need’, I mean it. I cannot do without a lip balm. My lips get chapped every now and then and I cannot tolerate that feeling. When I am on the go, I like to use this lip balm in particular because I wear lipstick and a tinted lip balm is easier to use onto tinted lips. The bonus is this lip balm has SPF 20 so I am sorted for the summer!

Maybelline White Superfresh Compact

My Everyday Makeup Bag Essentials | Cherry On Top

A compact is a must in your makeup bag because duh, touch ups! During summers, we feel the need of touching up a bit too often. Our face feels sweaty, looks patchy and if you haven’t applied waterproof foundation then it might slip and slide. I never forget my compact so that I don’t experience the gross stuff. The Maybelline White Superfresh 12H Whitening+Perfecting compact is my favourite during summers is because it keeps my face oil-free for almost 4 hours and sometimes longer than that and it gives out a fresh, bright look to my skin. You can see I have hit the pan. Yay!

Real Techniques Expert Face Brush

My Everyday Makeup Bag Essentials | Cherry On Top

I generally do not carry makeup brushes with me but I have been carrying this Expert Face Brush by Real Techniques that I got long ago since I lost the puff that comes with my Maybelline compact. This brush can be used for anything! I just use it for touch ups while I am on the go.

LA Girl Pro Conceal HD Concealer

My Everyday Makeup Bag Essentials | Cherry On Top

This is my holy grail concealer at the moment. I love how it comes with a brush-tip applicator. I am in the shade medium beige which is a bit dark for my skin tone. I use to before my foundation just to correct my under eyes and it does a very good job. I carry it in case I need it. Although I might not need it, anyhoo I want to feel secure!

Plum NaturStudio All-Day-wear Kohl Kajal

My Everyday Makeup Bag Essentials | Cherry On Top

This kajal is LOVE! The intense jet black colour, high pigmentation and long lasting power have made it the numero uno eyeliner in my stash. I love its texture. It smoothly glides on the eyes. I have a full-fledged review on this on my blog.

 Plum Natur Studio All-Day-Wear Kohl Kajal Review & Swatches

Wet n Wild Megalast Lip Colour

My Everyday Makeup Bag Essentials | Cherry On Top

This is the one lipstick that I reach for almost every day. This is in the shade Rose Bud. This is a rosy pink shade with a hint of mauve in it. The tone is a bit muted which makes it perfect for every day, especially for daytime wear. On days I am not wearing this, I am wearing ColourPop’s Calypso which is a nude shade from their Ultra Satin range. But mostly, you will find this Wet n Wild lipstick in my everyday makeup bag.

Dual Compact Mirror

My Everyday Makeup Bag Essentials | Cherry On Top

I never ever forget to carry this mirror with me. Amit got me this from Siliguri. I love it because it’s handy, takes little space, has a magnified mirror on one side and it’s always good to carry a mirror in your purse.

What do you carry in your everyday makeup bag?

That was it for today’s post. I hope you found this post helpful. Make sure to share it with your family and friends if you did. Pour in your thoughts in the comments. Your comments encourage me a lot! Do subscribe to our Newsletter so that you get notified whenever there is a new post on the blog. Will talk to you in my next post. Till then, be safe & keep smiling! Follow me on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram for regular updates. Add me on Snapchat for more fun and a sneak-peek of my life.

 

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VLCC Neem Face Wash Review

Hi, guys! I am back with another post for you. Today’s post will be a review on the VLCC Neem Face Wash with Chamomile and Tea Tree. Now, if you know me you must know that anything that has natural ingredients in it turns me on. The same happened with this face wash. I love face washes that have neem in them. I have used tonnes of them. So, when I got to know about this face wash, I knew I had to get it. I have been using it for a couple of days now and I think I am ready to share my experience with you. So, let’s start-

Price- Rs 95/- for 100ml; Rs 150/- for 150ml

VLCC Neem Face Wash Review | Cherry On Top

VLCC Neem Face Wash Review | Cherry On Top

VLCC Neem Face Wash Review | Cherry On Top

Ingredients- Aqua, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Acrylates Copolymer, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride, Cocamide DEA, Azadirachta indica (Neem) Bark Extract, Melaleuca alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Chamomilla Recutita (Chamomile) Flower Oil, Daucus carota sativa (Carrot) Seed Extract, Sapindus trifoliatus (Soapnut) Fruit Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus (Eucalyptus) Leaf Oil, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Potassium Hydroxide, Allantoin, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Isobutylparaben, Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Propylparaben, Parfum, CI 19140, CI 42090

Description- Neem face wash, deeply cleanses the face gently and effectively and controls sebum secretion without excessively drying the skin. Contains pure neem extract which effectively treats acne, pimples and prevents their recurrence, while chamomile and tea tree have strong antioxidant properties which help in rejuvenating the skin making it feel sparkling fresh and energised.

VLCC Neem Face Wash Claims

  • Deeply cleanses the face gently and effectively.
  • Rejuvenating the skin, making it feel sparkling fresh.

How to Use – Take a pea-size amount, rub it between your palms, lather it up and apply to your face and neck. For best results, use twice daily.

Packaging-  The packaging of the VLCC Neem Face Wash is quite simple. It comes in a regular plastic tube with a flip cap. The tube is transparent so you can keep a track of your product usage. You need to squeeze the tube in order to get the product out. One thing that I like is I could have a control on the dispense of the product. It only lets a small amount of product out at a time. That means, no wastage!

VLCC Neem Face Wash Review | Cherry On Top

Formula- The formula of the VLCC Neem Face Wash VLCC Neem Face Wash is gel-like. It is quite concentrated, so pea-size amount is more than enough for your entire face and neck. This product is green in colour with resembles it’s association with neem. It has a unique soap-free formulation that prevents acne and pimple and also the recurrence of them which is very common in extremely oily skin.

My Experience with VLCC Neem Face Wash

VLCC Neem Face Wash Review | Cherry On Top

As I mentioned earlier, I have been using it for the past couple of days twice a day and I have seen my skin improving after washing my face with it. I know it is too fast to review a product within two days of time but I could do it as I don’t have any acne on my skin right now. At the moment, my major concern is oiliness which VLCC Neem Face Wash has been handling quite effectively.

Talking about the benefit of this face wash, we need to know the benefits of its key ingredients that is Neem, Tea Tree and Chamomile-

Neem, the most effective, easily available ingredient that has been used by every woman in India since time immemorial. Neem has antibacterial properties which help cure acne, reduce acne spots and scars and prevent breakouts. Also, it works on skin rashes and blackheads. I remember my mum used to soak neem leafs in a bucket full of water during summers and we used to bath with that water. It helped in diminishing rashes and prickly heat.

Chamomile is known as an anti-ageing agent for your skin. It also works wonders on skin irritation.

Tea tree, another great ingredient for your skin. A correct amount of tea-tree helps you get rid of acne or lighten acne scars. Tea tree is an anti-fungal agent that works on any infection. Its anti-oxidant property leaves the skin look and feels fresh and rejuvenated.

With my first wash, I knew that this is a good cleanser for combination skin. This product lathers up so well despite being a soap-free face wash. It takes out all the dirt and grime and excess sebum from your skin leaving your pores to breathe. It keeps oiliness at bay for a long time, for about 4-5 hours which is a boon for ladies with oily skin. As I do not have much acne on my skin, I cannot comment on the pimple prevention point. But, after using it twice daily for two days, it has reduced that one pimple I have on my forehead which I am very happy for. It leaves my skin soft, supple and oil-free after every wash. Also, the skin feels fresh and looks glowy. Seeing that, it can be called the best face wash for women.

It smells so fresh, quite like neem. VLCC Neem Face Wash is nature in a tube.

Have you used VLCC Neem Face Wash yet?

That was it for my VLCC neem face wash review. I hope you found this post helpful. Make sure to share it with your family and friends if you did. Pour in your thoughts in the comments. Your comments encourage me a lot! Do subscribe to our Newsletter so that you get notified whenever there is a new post on the blog. Will talk to you in my next post. Till then, be safe & keep smiling! Follow me on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram for regular updates. Add me on Snapchat for more fun and a sneak-peek of my life.

Disclaimer: Sample sent by the brand in exchange for an honest review.

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Style Guide: Current Fashion Trends from YOINS | My Wishlist

Hi, guys! Today I am here with another fashion post. This post is all about the current fashion trends that are ruling the world. We have witnessed a bunch of new trends emerging since 2016 till now. Where many of the old fashion that was like a craze gone for good, many new things are still coming. In one world, the world of fashion is getting through a revolution every day and we are quite liking it.

In this post, I am going to share some of my favourite trends of this year that I found on Yoins.com. Yoins is an e-commerce website that sells trendy new clothes and accessories for women. They have the latest collection of tops, bottoms, dresses, shoes and bags within a pocket-friendly price range.

1. Embroidery

Embroidery designs and embroidered patch works are ruling the market right now.  This is one of the most evident of all the current fashion trends. From dresses to tops to jeans, embroidery is everywhere. Here I am sharing a few of my favourite embroidered pieces from Yoins.

Current Fashion Trends from YOINS | Cherry On Top

Embroidered Dress- How pretty is this dress! This should be appropriate for romantic dinners or date nights. This piece is so edgy and classy in my opinion.

Current Fashion Trends from YOINS | Cherry On Top

Embroidered Jacket- An embroidered jacket can be your staple during fall and winter this year. These jackets are very quirky, fun and can be worn with your casual everyday wear. Embroidered denim jackets and bomber jackets are available on Yoins at a very reasonable price.

Current Fashion Trends from YOINS | Cherry On Top

Embroidered Accessories- Now this is something that I had never seen anywhere. Yoins has a range of embroidered chokers and bracelets which I found very cool. They can be paired with anything from printed clothes to colour block ones.

2. Choker-Style Tops

Current Fashion Trends from YOINS | Cherry On Top

Now, this is another of the trends I was talking about. Choker style tops and dresses are everywhere! This type of tops comes with a neck that is actually a choker and that is made out of the same fabric the top is made of. Seeing the picture, you might have very well understood it.

3. Lace-up Front

Current Fashion Trends from YOINS | Cherry On Top

I first saw this on one of That Boho Girl’s videos and liked it so much. This types of tops have a deep v-neck with laces which looks so cool. This is basically a basic casual t-shirt with a unique statement design. You can wear it during summers on in winters with an over-sized jacket.

4. Velvet Dress

Current Fashion Trends from YOINS | Cherry On Top

This trend is doing rounds since Autumn, 2016 and I have been eyeing for my first one since then. From Kendall Jenner to Victoria Beckham, this trend has enamoured a bunch of celebrities. Velvet dresses were one hell of a trend and it continues to be so. This blush coloured shift dress is my favourite from Yoins.

5. Bell Sleeves

Current Fashion Trends from YOINS | Cherry On Top

Another of the current fashion trends is bell sleeves. This is another of those trends that came back and I am so glad for it. Bell sleeves not only looks cute but also it allows air in the sleeves to keep it cool. Unlike other full-sleeved clothes, bell sleeves are more comfortable to wear during summer and it also protects your skin from the sun.

6. Transparent Heels

Current Fashion Trends from YOINS | Cherry On Top

I cannot tell you how much I love this trend. From east to west, this trend is rocking everywhere. Be it celebs or fashion bloggers, everyone seems to be loving this trend. Transparent heels are obviously a fashion statement, but along that it adds height without being so obvious. The heels are transparent so it fakes height. That’s smart, ain’t it?

That was it for today’s post. I hope you found this post helpful. Make sure to share it with your family and friends if you did. Pour in your thoughts in the comments. Your comments encourage me a lot! Do subscribe to our Newsletter so that you get notified whenever there is a new post on the blog. Will talk to you in my next post. Till then, be safe & keep smiling! Follow me on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram for regular updates. Add me on Snapchat for more fun and a sneak-peek of my life.

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Style Guide: Shrugs for Summers?

Hi, guys! Hope you all are doing great. Today’s post will be about fashion, summer fashion to be specific. Summer is inevitable and unavoidable, but we cannot skip to be stylish and show off our fashion skills for that, can we? Let me speak for you, the answer is no. So, what do we do? Styling during summer should be clever and error-free. Some might say that layering is not for Indian summers but let me tell you that it is possible, only if you do it the right way i.e. the clever and error-free way. This post is going to be all about the different type of shrugs and how you can style them.

If you have a good eye for emerging trends then you will definitely know that there are different types of shrugs that have been introduced in the last few years. There are boleros, kimonos, capes etc. In this post, we will be discussing the various ways you can style the different types of shrugs.

Shrugs are the best ways to style your basic, casual outfits to make them more fun and less boring. Suppose you wear a basic, printed dress to work every day. Now, wear a bolero shrug over it and see how the whole look changes in front of you. These are the little somethings that add spark to you otherwise mundane outfits. Like any other accessories, shrugs are also used for enhancing your look and for other things that we will be discussing later.

Kimonos:

Shrugs for Summers | A Summer Fashion Guide | Cherry On Top

You cannot plan your beach vacation without packing a cute floral kimono in your bag. Kimonos are very lightweight and airy. They do not have any closure so they can be worn with any outfit and you won’t feel the heat or any kind of suffocation. You can even wear a kimono to shopping because they can be thrown on easily and are light and breezy. There are so many types of kimonos available in the market made with different materials like cotton. crochet, lace, chiffon etc.

Kimonos will make your beach vacations stylish, fashionable and your hands will be safe from the sun.

Cotton/Linen Shirts:

Shrugs for Summers | A Summer Fashion Guide | Cherry On Top

Another clever way to wear a shrug is by throwing a cotton or linen shirt over your outfit for an effortless styling. Cotton and linen are the most breathable of materials. The unbuttoned shirt will be comfy, breezy and easy to wear. The sleeves can be folded if you like but I’d suggest keeping your sleeves unfolded as it will prevent your skin from getting tanned.

Capes:

Shrugs for Summers | A Summer Fashion Guide | Cherry On Top

Another new trend that has hit the Indian market is cape-style shrugs. They are the prettiest and the classiest. These are mostly sleeveless, giving some space to your arms to breathe. The fabric is lightweight which allows it to drape beautifully. Generally, a Cape does not have any closure but sometimes it can be tied around the neck.

So, these were the various types of shrug that can help you stylise your outfits during summer. I love kimonos a for they are the cutest and most flirt of them all. Plus, these are super comfy and lightweight. These can be found in all the best clothing websites India has. The question of the day is-

Do you love layering in summers?

That was it for today’s post. I hope you found this post helpful. Make sure to share it with your family and friends if you did. Pour in your thoughts in the comments. Your comments encourage me a lot! Do subscribe to our Newsletter so that you get notified whenever there is a new post on the blog. Will talk to you in my next post. Till then, be safe & keep smiling! Follow me on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram for regular updates. Add me on Snapchat for more fun and a sneak-peek of my life.

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How to Get US Products Shipped to India | My Mall Box Review

I’ve been flooded with messages and queries regarding my recent ColourPop order when I shared a haul on my Instagram. Although I have replied to some of the comments about the customs, I had to explain more in one post. The service that helped me get my ColourPop order shipped to India is a website called My Mall Box. In this post, I will share my experience with My Mall Box.

Check out their website here>>

What is My Mall Box?

My Mall Box is a package/parcel/mail forwarding service. They provide their customers with a US address (a suite in our warehouse), which allows them to shop at online retailers who require a United States shipping address.

How Does My Mall Box work?

How to Get US Products Shipped to India | My Mall Box Review | Cherry On Top

Once you sign up with My Mall Box, they will give you your own Amercian address along with a unique suit number. There are two options to choose from. One that allows you to self-shop the products directly from the merchant website using your My Mall Box address. Another option is to go for ‘Buy for Me’ option. In this option, you fill in a form writing what you want to get, product name, category, URL of the product and My Mall Box buys it for you. It’s super easy to use My Mall Box as it’s absolutely hassle-free.

After your products are shipped and received at the warehouse you are notified at once. You can see your order waiting for you in the dashboard of your account. Now, you have to Consolidate or Repack your package depending on your order. The next point is about Consolidation.

It’s super easy to use My Mall Box as it’s absolutely hassle-free.

Sign-up and get $5 credit in your account >>

What is Consolidation?

If you have bought several items from different websites, you will need to consolidate your packages in order to reduce shipping cost. Consolidating your packages means they will combine all the products into one package. The benefit of consolidation is there will be no risk of any of the packages getting lost in transit. Secondly, it will reduce shipping cost and lastly, it’s free!

Prohibited Items

If you are a regular online shopper then you must know some items are prohibited for shipping depending on a list of prohibited imported items of a particular country. You must know it before ordering anything.

Shipping Rate

My Mall Box determines shipping charges based on the package dimension and weight. They have an online calculator through which you can calculate how much you need to pay for a certain package. For my order, I paid $31.65 for shipping via DHL.

Other Charges

One thing I loved about My Mall Box is that they do not have any hidden charges.

  • The shipping charges are based on what and how many products you order.
  • You get a free storage for 90 days which is awesome and after the period of 90 days, you will be charged $1 per day. Speaking of the storage period, I would like to mention that after 120 days of your order reaching My Mall Box warehouse, the contents are liquidated. The storage limit applies to consolidated packages as well. The 90-day and 120-day cycles do not reset after repackaging your products.
  • For all return package, they charge $10.
  • $4.50 handling fee and a 3% transaction fee per Buy for Me order.
  • $2.00 per package for Splitting your packages.
  • $1.00 per photo for photo requests.

Things to Keep in Mind

In spite of everything, there are certain things that you need to keep in mind, like-

  • Some websites like Sephora do not ship to package forwarding companies. I don’t know if the ‘Buy for Me’ options works in this case. I had read many reviews and many people have mentioned about this issue with Sephora. I even know of an incident where someone’s order had been cancelled. So, keep it in mind.
  • Some websites like Amazon.com only accept US phone numbers. My Mall Box provides a US number in this case.
  • Consolidating your order means you will not get the original box the products came in. So, if you are wishing to possess the famous Kylie Cosmetics box or the Quirky Colourpop box, consolidation is not for you.

Did I Pay Customs?

Yes, I did. I had to pay Rs 805/- for an order value of $24.99. Total amount that for the entire order was-

ColourPop Order-        $24.99- Rs 1616
My Mall Box Service-  $31.65- Rs 2045
Customs Charges-                     Rs   805
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Total-                                           Rs 4,466

Why My Mall Box?

  • My Mall Box generates addresses in Delaware which is a tax-free state. So, you have to pay 0% sales tax for your orders.
  • Their Concierge fee is $3 which is very nominal compared to other such websites.
  • My Mall Box has low shipping charges compared to other equivalent companies. I had to pay $31.65 for my order.
  • Their service is extremely swift and they notify you at every step.
  • I had consolidated my package and they repacked it very well that my highlighter came intact. I though it’ll be damaged in transit but luckily it didn’t.
  • DHL and USPS are their shipping partners. These companies are completely reliable.
  • They give you a $5 sign-up credit.

Overall, I am really satisfied with My Mall Box’s service. The entire staff including the customer care is very friendly and helpful.

That was it for today’s post. I hope you found this post helpful. Make sure to share it with your family and friends if you did. Pour in your thoughts in the comments. Your comments encourage me a lot! Do subscribe to our Newsletter so that you get notified whenever there is a new post on the blog. Will talk to you in my next post. Till then, be safe & keep smiling! Follow me on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram for regular updates. Add me on Snapchat for more fun and a sneak-peek of my life.

Disclaimer: I was provided with a credit by the company to try out their services and write an honest review. 

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The Off-Shouldered Shake | Guest Post

The Off-Shouldered Trend is Present Everywhere! When it’s burning hot outside, the ultimate thing you wish to be feeling is safe by your outfits. So just stay cool, we have come with the latest trend that we have been seeing ladies diving in the summer in the flowing and sexy off-shouldered tops and dresses. The off-shouldered tops and dresses permit you to showcase a very small portion of your skin without looking very much overboard. We would say they are the ideal combo of sexy and sweet.

There is one thing which we are presently seeing much more in this season – the last shoulders. The trend of off-shouldered dresses has really captured the imagination of each top retailer because they look for motivation from the track.

The Off-Shouldered Shake- Styling Off-Shouldered Tops | Cherry On Top

Top tips on wearing the off-shouldered tops:

  • Summer holidays:

The maxi dresses without or with straps simply hanging off the shoulders are just ideal.

  • Balance:

The off-shouldered tops are amazing for the women with hourglass or pear shaped bodies because it simply balances out the proportions.

  • Strapless bra:

Albeit it possibly sounds odd, you should better off wear a strapless bra instead of no bra. The issue with the silicon transparent straps is that they are basically seen. Thus, you should better opt for a good strapless bra and simply forget thinking about all kind of messes. Opt for a beige one as you can wear it easily under black or white tops also.

The Off-Shouldered Shake- Styling Off-Shouldered Tops | Cherry On Top

Hair and accessories tips for the off-shouldered tops:

  • Big-chest tip:

Simply avoid wearing the long necklace on top of your blouse if you have a big chest. The reason is that your boobs will look very weird. Nevertheless, you always can go with the off-shouldered tops with the straps, particularly when wearing a bra below.

  • Hair:

You can simply go with a complete hippie appearance by wearing down messy hair with the tousled beach waves. At the time of sunny days, you may like to expose your tan shoulders and prefer a shabby ponytail as well.

  • Accessories:

Two options are there for you. You can layer numerous thin necklaces with various sizes or you can also layer a big yet shorter necklace.

The off-shouldered tops to wear in the office:

  • In case you wish to adapt this latest trend to the slightly more corporate type of clothing, try out this kind of top with a pencil skirt or elegant trousers. Always remember to wear the high heel shoes and also get a touch of professional makeup.
  • The structured off-shouldered tops or silky dresses can really go nicely for lunch in your city.

The Off-Shouldered Shake- Styling Off-Shouldered Tops | Cherry On Top

The outfits to be matched with the off-shouldered tops:

  • Keep it simple with a hot off-shouldered black outfit and couple it with sneakers for a model-off-duty appearance. You can add your favourite sunglass and you’re ready!
  • Choose a cold-shoulder peasant top along with a shook denim skirt for that a little boho approach. Maintaining the proper balance between chic and casual, this is the single way of wearing the off-shouldered trend.
  • Try an ordinary floral off-shouldered dress with a statement jewellery for a casual yet polished appearance.

That was it for today’s post. I hope you found this post helpful. Make sure to share it with your family and friends if you did. Pour in your thoughts in the comments. Your comments encourage me a lot! Do subscribe to our Newsletter so that you get notified whenever there is a new post on the blog. Will talk to you in my next post. Till then, be safe & keep smiling! Follow me on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram for regular updates. Add me on Snapchat for more fun and a sneak-peek of my life.

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O3+ Eye Circle Cream Review

Hello, everyone! Hope you are doing great. Today’s post will be about skincare and I will be reviewing a  product that I have been loving lately. In this post, I will be discussing why I love it and want you to try yourselves. Today’s product in the spotlight is the O3+ Eye Circle Cream. Before I went to the VLCC event I saw a lot of you have queries regarding under eye darkness, dullness, bags and fine lines. Since my VLCC experience post contained only cosmetological treatments, I thought I should share something that is within budget and available everywhere.

Price- Rs 385/- for 15g (Buy here)

Ingredients- Aqua, Glycerin, Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Oxide Reductase, Hydrolyzed Glycine Soja (Soybean) Protein, Vitamin – C, Phenoxyethanol, Folic Acid, Ferment Extract & Sodium Hyaluronate, Perfume.

O3+ Eye Circle Cream Review | Cherry On Top

Description- “The O3+ Eye Circle Cream smooths the eye contour while lifting and firming the skin around the eyes. It deflates bags, reduces puffiness, smooths wrinkles, and fades dark circles leaving the eyes looking younger and more radiant.

Concern – Combatting dark circles.

Skin Type – All skin type.

Benefits – Fades dark circles, reduces puffiness & wrinkles.

How to use – Twice a day, apply in small quantity around the eyes.“

O3+ Eye Circle Cream Review | Cherry On Top

Before proceeding with my review, you guys should know the reason behind dark circles. So, you will get to know whether this product will work for you or not.

Reasons for Under-eye Dark Circles

There are various factors that cause dark circles-

  • Dark circles can be genetic,
  • it can occur due to lack of sleep and
  • sometimes the unclear bowel leads to dark under-eyes.

There are some other factors as well that we should take into consideration. Those are-

  • thinning of the under-eye skin,
  • deep-set eye type.
  • sometimes, there are medical issues also that cause dark under-eye.

Now, that you know the reasons, you can definitely determine your reason. If it’s genetic then it’s almost non-curable. If it’s a medical issue then you need to see a dermatologist before buying any cosmetic product. If the problem is your deep-set eyes then again it cannot be cured. For other reasons, O3+ Eye Circle Cream can become your rescuer.

O3+ Eye Circle Cream Review | Cherry On Top

O3+ Eye Circle Cream Review | Cherry On Top

Packaging- O3+ Eye Circle Cream comes in a white plain carton and the product is housed in a plastic tube with a tapered nozzle-type mouth. All you need to do is to squeeze the tube to let out the amount to need. The narrow outlet makes sure you don’t squeeze out too much product. The packaging, in my opinion, is sturdy, easy to carry in your purse and travel-friendly. The sleek and slender white packaging is definitely very impressive.

O3+ Eye Circle Cream Review | Cherry On Top

Texture- The texture of the O3+ Eye Circle Cream is very light-weight gel-like texture. The consistency is perfect, neither too runny nor too thick. Post application, it gives a shiny look. This cream is not sticky, so it does not cling on to your skin or feel heavy. This cream gets absorbed into your skin very quickly.

My Experience with the O3+ Eye Circle Cream

O3+ Eye Circle Cream Review | Cherry On Top

I have been using the O3+ Eye Circle Cream for almost a month and I am ready to share my own experience with you all. But before proceeding, let me tell you that I don’t have heavy dark circles. The slight darkness that I have is mainly due to lack of sleep and strain on the eyes. I spend more than 12 hours a day on the computer and that has taken a toll on me even though I use AMC glasses to protect my eyes. So, if you want to diminish your dark circles then rest your body properly and sleep for at least 8 hours in a day. Otherwise, nothing is going to work on you. I am slowly working on improving my sleeping habit. But you know, a full-time blogger’s limitations!

Anyway, coming back to my experience, this cream is no miracle product. It does not diminish your dark circles like magic. I am using it, as I said earlier, for the past month and I can see a slight difference under my eyes. It definitely did not remove the dark circles but lessened the appearance of it. Although it hasn’t done anything special for the dark circles using it twice every day has definitely improved the texture of the skin under my eyes.

The best that O3+ Eye Circle Cream does is that it hydrates the under-eye area pretty well. It deeply nourishes the skin without making it look oily. The hydration is long-lasting, which is a great thing. It doesn’t brighten up the skin or diminish the fine lines but definitely smoothes out the skin surface. Taking that into consideration, O3+ Eye Circle Cream can be called the best drugstore eye cream for hydration or the best hydrating eye cream within budget.

Overall, I am quite enjoying using this eye cream these days. I would suggest you buy this if your major concern is hydration under the eyes.

That was it for today’s post. I hope you found this post helpful. Make sure to share it with your family and friends if you did. Pour in your thoughts in the comments. Your comments encourage me a lot! Subscribe to our Newsletter so that you get notified whenever there is a new post on the blog. Will talk to you in my next post. Till then, be safe & keep smiling! Follow me on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram for regular updates. Add me on Snapchat for more fun and a sneak-peek of my life.

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My 5 Favourite Neutral/Nude Lipsticks for Indian Skin

Hello, guys! Hope you are doing great. First and foremost, I want to thank all of all for your response on my 7 Things About Basic Skin Care I Learnt Late post. You seemed to have like it so much. I promise to write such in-depth and useful posts more often. Looking at the success of my previous post, I thought of writing another one which will be useful to you. So today, I am going to talk about my the top 5 nude lipsticks I love using. Hope this will help you choose something for yourself too. All the nude shades that I’ll be talking about are perfect for most of the Indian skin tones.

Nude lips are currently in vogue. It took me a while to give in to the temptation simply because Indian lipstick brands do not have a satisfactory range of nude lipsticks. Nude lipsticks are perfect for everyday use, for office or college. They are also great to pair up with a bold statement eye makeup. Depending on your skin tone, you can choose the perfect nude lipstick for you from the tonnes of shades available in the market. Very soon, I’ll write a post on how to chose the perfect nude for your skin tone.

In today’s post, I’ve shared 5 of my current favourite nude lipsticks. One of them is a creamy lipstick and the rest four are liquid matte lipsticks. This post will be a combination of swatches and mini reviews. So, let’s start-

My 5 Favourite Neutral/Nude Lipsticks for Indian Skin | Cherry On Top
(L-R) 1. Maybelline Colorshow Lipstick Caramel Custard, 2. Gerard Cosmetics Hydra Matte Cher, 3. Huda Beauty Liquid Matte Icon, 4. ColourPop Ultra Satin Calypso, 5. Chambor Extreme Wear Transfer-proof 402

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Maybelline Colorshow Lipstick- 309 Caramel Custard

When Maybelline launched their Colorshow lipstick range, I fell for it. It has a range of beautiful shades from pinks to reds to oranges and neutrals. At that time, I had slowly started to incline towards neutral shades, leaving my comfort zone (read reds and pinks) behind. So, I ended up picking this Caramel Custard shade from the collection.

Price- Rs- 299

Shade- As the name suggests, Caramel Custard is a caramel brown/cinnamon shade, perfect for everyday wear. I have worn this to my university every single day!

Pros-

  • Creamy and smooth texture.
  • Effortlessly glides on the lips.
  • Feels light on the lips.
  • Sleek, travel-friendly packaging.
  • Doesn’t bleed at all.

Cons-

  • Transfers and that’s so obvious because of the texture.
  • Doesn’t last long. 3 hours max on my lips.
  • Tends to melt in summers.

Gerard Cosmetics Hydra-Matte Liquid Lipstick- Cher

I’ve been loving it ever since I bought it! The colour, the texture I love everything about this liquid lipstick.

Price- $20

Shade- The shade is a mauvy nude shade which compliments most fair to medium Indian skin tones.

Pros-

  • Creamy formula that sets matte.
  • Despite being creamy, the formula is also thin. So, it feels light on the lips.
  • Not at all drying. (If you haven’t used ColourPop Ultra Mattes, you don’t know what ‘drying’ means!)
  • Smooth application. No patchiness.
  • Doesn’t transfer at all!

Cons-

  • A bit expensive for the quantity.
  • Not available in India.*
My 5 Favourite Neutral/Nude Lipsticks for Indian Skin | Cherry On Top
1. Maybelline Colorshow Lipstick Caramel Custard, 2. Gerard Cosmetics Hydra Matte Cher, 3. Huda Beauty Liquid Matte Icon, 4. ColourPop Ultra Satin Calypso, 5. Chambor Extreme Wear Transfer-proof 402

Huda Beauty Liquid Matte Lipstick- Icon

I am so in love with this beauty. This product is so nice that I thank the Lord for making me able to buy this liquid lipstick. This is the best liquid lipstick formula I’ve ever tried. The texture is not runny nor thick/creamy, just in between.

Price- $20

Shade- Kind of a burnt orange/rusty shade, very neutral and very wearable.

Pros-

  • Thin in texture yet very pigmented
  • Applies completely opaque.
  • Dries completely matte, but stays a bit tacky. It’s not a powdery matte formula. Thus, feels comfortable.
  • Lightweight. Doesn’t feel like I have something on my lips.
  • Doesn’t smudge, smear or transfer.
  • Lasts for 9-10 hours on my lips.

Cons-

  • Not available in India.* (There’s a buzz around that Huda Beauty might launch on Nykaa soon!!)

ColourPop Ultra Satin Lips- Calypso

I’ve been started loving ColourPop liquid lipsticks a lot. Someone was selling these unused ColourPop liquid lipsticks, so I thought to give them a shot as a trial before I buy some new ones from their website. Among the three, one is an Ultra Satin one and this is the one I love the most.

Price- $6

Shade– Calypso is a warm-toned nude shade with a hint of pink.

Pros-

  • Perfect nude for warm Indian skin tones.
  • Dries to a satin matte finish.
  • Feels comfortable on the lips.
  • Creamy yet lightweight formula.
  • Gives an opaque finish in the first application.
  • Very pigmented.
  • Great value for the price.

Cons- 

  • Requires a touch-up post meal or drink.
  • Not available in India.*

Chambor Extreme Wear Transfer-proof Liquid Lipstick- 402

This is another of my recent purchases. I love this for its colour payoff and longevity. This is one of the best nude lipsticks in India.

Price- Rs 845

Shade- The shade is a mauvy nude shade almost identical to Cher by Gerard Cosmetics. The only difference is Cher is a bit darker as it has more brown tones that Chambor 402. The latter is a bit light and has more pink undertones.

Pros-

  • Smooth application.
  • Doesn’t feel heavy.
  • Not drying. Feels comfortable on the lips.
  • Doesn’t transfer.
  • Waterproof formula.
  • Long lasting.

Cons-

  • Does budge from the centre after a few hours of wearing, or if you have food.
  • Can accentuate fine lines.

So, these were my 5 favourite nude/neutral lipsticks as of now. What’s yours?

That was it for today’s post. I hope you found this post helpful. Make sure to share it with your family and friends if you did. Pour in your thoughts in the comments. Your comments encourage me a lot! Do subscribe to our Newsletter so that you get notified whenever there is a new post on the blog. Will talk to you in my next post. Till then, be safe & keep smiling! Follow me on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram for regular updates. Add me on Snapchat for more fun and a sneak-peek of my life.

*Some Instagram stores import these from the US for the makeup lovers in India like us. My favourite is LaChickwick.

 

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