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What to Wear to My Best Friend’s Wedding? || Ft. BIBA

Hello everyone, welcome back to my blog. Today’s post is not something I usually do on my blog. Today’s post is more of a suggestion-seeking post where you guys will be my helping hands. Interested? Let me explain a bit more. 
It started when my best friend decided to get married to her dream man. Since then we have been planning on our outfits, jewellery, shoes, food, venue, and what not! Finally, her wedding date has been fixed and guess what she is getting married soon. On the one hand, I am really excited to see her unite with her love and on the other hand, I am really nervous because I am left with 90% of the shopping.

While I was on a hunt for the best ethnic wear, some of my friends suggested me to go for Biba for Anarkali suits. As they have an online store, I did not have any reasons to not decide it for the ultimate destination. While going through their Anarkali section, I came across a few pieces that I thought I can wear to different ceremonies like Sangeet, Haldi, Wedding and the reception. But, I am so confused a shopper when it comes to online shopping. I feel like everything is appealing and perfect for me. So, I want you guys to help me choose the perfect pieces for my friend’s wedding. You will help me, right? So, here are the options-

For Sangeet and Mehendi Ceremony

What to Wear to My Best Friend’s Wedding? || Ft. BIBA| cherryontopblog.com
What to Wear to My Best Friend’s Wedding? || Ft. BIBA| cherryontopblog.com
I am confused between these two pieces for the Mehendi and Sangeet ceremony. Both of them are vibrant in colour but the first one is much more flared which I like and the second one is lighter as it seems in the photo. Which one should I pick?

For Haldi Ceremony

What to Wear to My Best Friend’s Wedding? || Ft. BIBA| cherryontopblog.com

What to Wear to My Best Friend’s Wedding? || Ft. BIBA| cherryontopblog.com
As the Haldi ceremony is a daytime programme, I decided to go for pastel colours and ligh-weight material. Both the suits I chose are made of cotton so it will let my skin breathe in between the numerous chores. The one is white has short sleeves and the yellow one is in full-sleeves. I am only scared to getting turmeric stains. Which one should I opt for?

For the Wedding & Reception

What to Wear to My Best Friend’s Wedding? || Ft. BIBA| cherryontopblog.com

What to Wear to My Best Friend’s Wedding? || Ft. BIBA| cherryontopblog.com


The reason why I decided to wear suits and not lehengas is because it’s my best friend’s wedding and knowing each other for over 15 years makes me more like her sister than a friend. You might know how tedious a job is to get your sister married, right? There are guests to attend, take care of the bride, running after decorators, supervise the makeup artists, click selfies, run other errands and what not! So, to manage everything without making yourself a mess you need to wear something which is really comfortable and at the same time exceptionally gorgeous! So, I have these two suits in my mind. I think I should wear the blue one for the wedding and the black for the reception. I am not totally sure if I will stick to my decision or go for something else. You guys tell me if you liked these two or not. 

That was it, guys. I am looking forward to hearing your valuable comments on this post. 

Which one you liked the most?

Images- biba.in 
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Cetaphil Daily Advance Ultra Hydrating Lotion Review | Cherry On Top
best Cetaphil moisturizers

Cetaphil Daily Advance Ultra Hydrating Lotion Review

My first experience with Cetaphil products was when I received a cleanser and moisturizer duo in one of my Fab Bags. Somehow I was not that impressed with either of them at that time. I quite liked the moisturizer as it was winter and my skin needed that extra hydration. About 3 months ago, I was looking for some skincare stuff for my mom. She has dry skin throughout the year, so I was looking for a moisturizer that would give her long-lasting hydration. Scrolling through the online website, I found this Cetaphil Daily Advance Ultra Hydrating Lotion for Dry to Very Dry Skin. I had trust in Cetaphil, so I bought it instantly. I was glad when my mom told me how effective it was on her. I could not resist myself from using it. Also, I have been suffering from dry patches around my lips (I’ll talk about it in a different post soon), so I thought of trying this lotion out and see if that works on me too or not.

Before getting into the review I must let you know something about my current skin condition. Although I have combination skin with extremely oily t-zone during the hotter months, in winters the scenario is completely opposite. In winters, my skin is extremely dry and flaky, especially the t-zone. Now, on to the review-
Price- Rs 307/- for 100g, Rs 136/- for 30g (Available at Nykaa.com)
Cetaphil Daily Advance Ultra Hydrating Lotion Review| cherryontopblog.com
Cetaphil Daily Advance Ultra Hydrating Lotion Review| cherryontopblog.comCetaphil Daily Advance Ultra Hydrating Lotion Review| cherryontopblog.com

Packaging- The Cetaphil Daily Advance Ultra Hydrating lotion comes in a tube packaging unlike other Cetaphil tub or bottle packaging. It has a flip open cap which makes it perfect for travelling. I quite like the packaging because it is sturdy, travel-friendly and I have control over the dispensing. The tube comes packed in a plain carton. I like the regular clinical packaging of this product. Some things are great in their own classic way.

Cetaphil Daily Advance Ultra Hydrating Lotion Review| cherryontopblog.com
Cetaphil Daily Advance Ultra Hydrating Lotion Review| cherryontopblog.com

The Product- The white coloured lotion is not as lotion-y as one might think of. It is meant for hydrating dry to very dry skin after all. The consistency is enough to moisturize my flaky, dry skin. It is neither too thin nor too thick. It is lightweight but enough to keep the skin moisturized for hours. This product is non-fragrant which is a trait that a lot of you may like. It contains “Epidermal Replenishing Complex5, a unique combination of 5 key ingredients that protects dry skin and enhances hydration.”

 

Cetaphil Daily Advance Ultra Hydrating Lotion Review| cherryontopblog.com

 

Cetaphil Daily Advance Ultra Hydrating Lotion Review| cherryontopblog.com

 

Cetaphil Daily Advance Ultra Hydrating Lotion Review| cherryontopblog.com

 

My thoughts- I am in love with this product since I used it for the first time. Previously, I had been using the Neutrogena Oil-free Moisturizer for Combination skin which failed to protect my skin in the winters. The Cetaphil Daily Advance Ultra Hydrating Lotion works really well for my skin. It keeps it moisturized for at least 10-12 hours (and more) which is great. I never had to reapply this while travelling. I use it religiously twice a day- in the morning and after the shower. I don’t love the feel it gives instantly after application, it takes a few minutes to get totally absorbed by the skin. It might feel a little greasy right after the application but it will not after it is absorbed by the skin.
Ups-
  • Convenient packaging.
  • Keeps skin moisturized for a long period of time.
  • Hydrates the skin evenly.
  • Does not clog pores. (Non-comedogenic)
  • Non-greasy.
  • Fragrance-free.
Downs-
Nothing.

Overall, I found the Cetaphil Daily Advance Ultra Hydrating Lotion very effective for my skin during winter. I can vouch for the long-lasting hydration it gives. I recommend this product to all of those who have extremely dry skin. It penetrates deep into the skin and provides ultimate hydration for a long time. My mom loves this, my sister who has sensitive skin also loves this. A 100g tube is enough for a person for an entire season. I will definitely repurchase this if I am able to finish it up completely before summer arrives (I don’t see it coming anytime soon). This has to be my winter skincare staple.

Have you used any of the Cetaphil moisturizers before?
I hope you find this review useful. If you did then don’t forget to share this post with your friends and family. I know a lot of you have been asking for my skincare routine. This is just to let you know that I am planning to post my skincare routine in parts (i.e. Morning Skincare Routine, Nighttime Skincare Routine) and that will be up next week. I will update you guys on Snapchat (sayantinee) or Facebook. Till then, be safe & keep smiling!
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Cherry On Top Turns 3 // Giveaway Time!

Happy Birthday, Cherry On Top| cherryontopblog.com

Hello people, I can’t suppress my happiness to announce that it’s the 3rd birthday of Cherry On Top! I can clearly remember the day when the idea of my own beauty blog popped up in my mind. Back then, I was already active and engaged with my first blog, Another Part of Me.

Beauty and fashion have always been a part of me as writing poetry have been. I can’t distinctly distinguish between the two because both are exclusively attached to my psychic self. I had to give that a form in order to make it prominent enough so that I can completely absorb myself into the aim of accomplishing my dream. Finally, with your love, support and acceptance, it happened.

Cherry On Top has gone through numerous changes since its birth. But, the things that never changed are its honesty, candidness and obviously your love for it. I love it when people say that my blog is good and they enjoy reading it. I know it’s your love and support that encourages me to come up with new ideas which eventually lead to a enjoyable blog.

I promise to come up with more exciting posts in the future. I am planning to post my first YouTube video at the end of this month. I am also planning to start a couple of new segments on my blog to assist you to explore your inner-selves. Also, I have started showing you my everyday life, sneak-peeks and behind the scenes/camera activities on my Snapchat (sayantinee). So, if you are on Snapchat then don’t forget to follow me there 🙂

Thank you by cherryontopblog.com

I want to take the time to Thank all of you from the core of my heart for your support. Thank you!

As a small token of gratitude I have a giveaway for you guys. I am giving away this gorgeous layered neck piece from Pipa+Bella. It’s a Rafflecopter giveaway. Please read the following points carefully before entering.

  • This giveaway starts from 14th January, 12:00am to 13th February, 12:00am. 
  • Giveaway is only for Indian Residents.
  • Anyone who is above 18+ is eligible to enter this giveaway.
  • There will be 7 mandatory entries and 4 optional entries. If you don’t complete the mandatory entries, you’ll be disqualified and I will not be answerable to any questions regarding this.
  • Optional entries obviously give you the chance to gain some brownie points, which will acquire more chances for you to win.
  • This is a Rafflecopter giveaway.
  • Winner will be chosen randomly, I repeat, randomly. I am not answerable to any questions regarding the selection of winner. Just believe in my honesty and transparency. I can click some snapshots of the randomizer or can do a video of the process if you want a proof of it.
  • I will ship the prize within one week of the declaration of winner. 
  •  The prize is bought with my own money. Pipa+Bella is, in NO way, compensating me or nor it’s a sponsored giveaway by the brand. I am NOT endorsing Pipa+Bella by this giveaway.
  • Feel free to drop me an email at sayantineebh@gmail.com if any problem arises.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

That’s all, guys. I hope you love this giveaway. All the best to you!


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FACES

Get a Dewy Radiant Gleam with FACES Ultime Pro Metaliglow| Price and Shades

 Get glowing gorgeous this New Year as FACES Cosmetics launches a unique illuminator, Ultime Pro Metaliglow. A collection of gel based illuminators that glides easily and enhances your complexion giving it that instant dewy radiance.

Move over contouring and now give your face a sharper look using the new “Stobbing” technique. Just a little quantity can be used for defining your features, highlighting them just appropriately. Sculpt your nose, highlight your cheekbone, dab a little on your collarbone/neck to get the desired look.
FACES Ultime Pro Metaliglow contains ultra fine light-reflecting pearls that melt into the skin to give you a polished, natural-looking radiance. It imparts instant luminosity and has excellent blending properties, besides being light-weight and long wearing. The high percentage of thin pearls deliver a homogeneous glow, while the aqua based formula cools your skin. Made up of a special mix of copolymers, Ultime Pro Metaliglow leaves a comfortable, shiny, transparent film for a youthful-looking complexion.
Crafted in tones of Opal, Champagne and Topaz that complement every skin tone.
FACES Ultime Pro Metaliglow can be used alone or mixed with your favorite foundation/lotion for applying all over your face and body to highlight, shimmer and create a sun kissed bronzed look for a sexier you!
Ready, set, glow with the all new FACES Ultime Pro Metaliglow!
FACES Ultime Pro Metaliglow| Price and Shades| cherryontopblog.com
Topaz
FACES Ultime Pro Metaliglow| Price and Shades| cherryontopblog.com
Opal
FACES Ultime Pro Metaliglow| Price and Shades| cherryontopblog.com
Champagne


Price: Rs. 799/-

Shades:

  • FACES Ultime Pro Metaliglow Opal
  • FACES Ultime Pro Metaliglow Champagne
  • FACES Ultime Pro Metaliglow Topaz


Available at: Exclusive FACES store across the country.

FACES Canada
SELECT CITY WALK
F 77, 1st floor, District Centre – Saket, New Delhi – 110017

FACES Canada
Grand Galleria Mall Connect
Shop No. GGC-7, High Street Phoenix, Phoenix Mill Compound, Lower Parel, Mumbai, Maharashtra – 400013

About FACES CANADA

FACES Cosmetics, with a proud Canadian heritage spanning 40 years, offers an exclusive line of makeup, skincare products and make-up accessories offering over 300 stunning products in India. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada since being established in 1974, FACES now has a steadily growing international presence. 

With a reputation for on-trend beauty and premium products, FACES offers unparalleled variety in its products at attractive price points. The brand is known for its unique product innovations and formulations. Combining international cosmetic technology with a comprehensive understanding of the needs of an Indian woman, FACES continuously innovates to offer a wide range of high performance and world class cosmetics. FACES Cosmetics stores across the globe celebrate vanity through internationally acclaimed makeup, skincare and beauty accessory products with exciting promotions, free make-overs, trend-spotting, beauty advice and a lot more at the store.
FACES has already been making a splash across most major cities in India, with 23 exclusive beauty stores in major metros and Tier I cities. The bang-on-trend, FACES color cosmetics are also available in over 450 cosmetic retail stores and in select modern trade outlets of Shopper’s Stop, Lifestyle and New U. FACES cosmetics can also be bought online through a number of e-commerce portals such as flipkart.com, nykaa.com, purplle.com, shopclues.com, and shoppersstop.com.

For more information log on to: www.faces-india.com

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best natural hair products available in India

Prem Henna Kaveri Hair Henna| Review

Prem Henna Kaveri Hair Henna Review| cherryontopblog
Hello guys, thank you for coming back to my blog. I am here with a new review post for you. I have already showed a lot of behind the camera activities while clicking pictures for the post. My Snapchat username is sayantinee in case you want to follow me for more sneak-peeks and behind the scenes stories.
I love my hair and who does not? I always promise myself to keep a proper hair care regime and to pamper my hair a little bit more but I always fail in keeping the promise. I am a lazy person, very lazy. Ever since I started saving money, I wanted to colour my hair but I was afraid of the chemicals and ammonia present in the so called hair colours. It was until I found a natural product that is ammonia-free and really effective. It is the Prem Henna Kaveri Hair Henna.

About the brand, Prem Henna- “Prem Henna is a leading manufacturer and supplier of premium quality hair color products & skin care products. Our wide range of hair color products like powder and crème hair colors in various shades provide consumers with a wide range of options to cover their greys. Our henna and henna-based hair color products are absolutely free from ammonia (no ammonia).”
This brand has a variety of products for hair care and skin care. Their Kaveri and Prem Dulhan henna cones are for your hands and feet, they have creme-based hair colour named Nisha and Enega Brilliance, henna-based hair colour named Kaveri, So Silk shampoo and Elois hair removal cream.
I have used the Kaveri Hair Henna and So Silk shampoo.


Price- Rs 10/- for 15gms

Prem Henna Kaveri Hair Henna Review| cherryontopblog
Prem Henna Kaveri Hair Henna Review| cherryontopblog
Kaveri Hair Henna review-

Kaveri hair henna hair colour looks like the usual henna powder that are easily available in the market. The packaging is just an ordinary plastic sachet packaging which needs to torn apart in order to take the product out. Each sachet contains 15 grams of product. For my medium-length thin hair I needed one full sachet. You will need two packets if you have long, thick hair.
The Kaveri hair henna comes in two colours- one is Natural Black and another is Natural Brown. I chose the shade Natural Brown as I don’t like the stark black colour in my hair. As soon as you mix it it will turn into a dark brown coloured paste. It might look scary or at least it seemed scary to me because I never coloured my hair before. I applied it to my hair with the help of my hands (obviously wearing a pair of gloves). The application was quite easy, it was not messy at all. I think it is more convenient to use your hands than using a brush. Thus you can reach each and every strand easily. I let the paste dry off completely, it took me almost 40 minutes for that and then rinsed it off in the shower using the So Silk shampoo.

Prem Henna Kaveri Hair Henna Review| cherryontopblog
Prem Henna Kaveri Hair Henna Review| cherryontopblog
Prem Henna Kaveri Hair Henna Review| cherryontopblog
The result was really good and apparent. It made my hair soft and silky. It did not make my hair rough but I prefer applying a conditioner right after washing it off to prevent any chance of frizz. For the hair colouring part, I would say it was not quite visible as my hair is naturally dark brownish so I could not observe any noticeable change in the hair colour. But, I could observe a slight brown tinge in my locks when exposed to direct sunlight. This colour lasted for about 15 days. I do not have grey hair so I cannot really tell you if this henna covers up grey hair or not. 
Prem Henna Kaveri Hair Henna Review| cherryontopblog
THE RESULT- Visible where the sun hits the hair

I won’t give five stars to this product because I caused me hair-fall during the hair wash procedure.

Ups–

  • Ammonia free hair colour.
  • Natural ingredients.
  • Doesn’t make hair rough.
  • Makes hair soft and silky.
  • No-fuss process.
  • Takes less time to dry.
  • Lasts for almost a couple of weeks.

Downs-
Caused hair-fall.

Overall, I quite liked the Kaveri Hair Henna as it’s natural, ammonia-free and does not do any harm to my hair. If you have never coloured your hair and are planning to do it, I would suggest you to try this out rather than trying those chemical-based hair colours available in the market. I believe you will end up liking it. I hope you liked this post. I will be up with an exciting post very soon. Till then, be safe & keep smiling!

Do you like applying henna to your hair?

*N.B.– I had used this a couple of weeks back for the first time. I was ready with my review until I found that I don’t have plenty of pictures which might be helpful for you. This is just to clear the confusion because you might have seen the pictures has been taken today. I just wanted to clarify that the review was written a week ago but the pictures are taken today. 


Disclaimer- PR sample but unbiased review.

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Baby Lips

Maybelline Baby Lips Candy Wow- Peach | Review, Swatches & Price

Maybelline Baby Lips Candy Wow- Peach | Review, Swatches & Price| cherryontopblog.com

Hello guys, I am back again with a new review post for you. Today I will be reviewing the new Maybelline Baby Lips Candy Wow lip balm sticks that they launched recently. Maybelline Baby Lips  lip balms have been my absolute favourites since they came to the Indian market. I have always beena fan of their cute packaging, fruity smell and great texture. So, when I was approached for reviewing this new launch I was really excited. Guys, let’s not waste your time anymore and let’s get straight in to the review.
Price- Rs 275/- for 2g
Maybelline Baby Lips Candy Wow- Peach | Review, Swatches & Price| cherryontopblog.com
Maybelline Baby Lips Candy Wow- Peach | Review, Swatches & Price| cherryontopblog.com
Packaging- The Maybelline Baby Lips Candy Wow lip balms are housed in a cute, plastic twist up packaging. It’s somewhat similar to the classic Baby Lips packaging but it has been given a chubby stick/lip crayons style packaging which I found is really cute, cool and offbeat. The packaging is sturdy and travel friendly. Every shade variant comes with a different packaging in terms of colour. The one I received came in a bright, peach coloured packaging doing complete justice to the shade of the balm inside. 
Maybelline Baby Lips Candy Wow- Peach | Review, Swatches & Price| cherryontopblog.com

Under Direct Sunlight (Left- Single Swipe, Right- Multiple Swipes)

In my room (Left- Single swipe, Right- Multiple swipes)
Shade- Maybelline has launched 5 shades of these balms- Raspberry, Mixed Berry, Cherry, Peach and Orange. I received the one is the shade Peach. It’s a pale peachy shade as the name suggests. Sadly, the shade doesn’t suit me at all. It’s way too pale for my skin tone. 
Texture/ Pigmentation/ Wear Time- The texture of this balms are really good. It’s not waxy or sticky and glides on smoothly. Maybelline has successfully maintained their quality of lip balms with these new ones too. I really like the formula of this new Candy Wow balms. They are claimed to be formulated with Vitamin E which protects the lips from drying.
As I mentioned earlier, the one I received is in the shade peach and is decently pigmented. You can’t expect it to be as pigmented as a lipstick, even the least pigmented ones but the colour pay-off is surely a tad bit more than the other coloured lip balms, even better than Maybelline’s Electro Pop ones. Another great thing is that the balm pigments the lips uniformly from start to end.
I am quite happy with the staying power. It stays for almost 3 to 3.5 hours on my lips without any heavy meals. The colour stays upto 2 to 3 hours but the hydration lasts for a longer period.  
Ups-
  • Cute, attractive packaging.
  • Smells really nice like fruits/candies. 
  • Quite pigmented for a lip balm.
  • Glides on smoothly.
  • Enriched with Vitamin E.
  • Keeps lips hydrated and nourished for a decent period of time. 
  • Helps heal dehydrated lips.
  • Makes lips look visibly healthier. 
  • Survives light snacks and drinks. 
Downs-
This particular shade does not suit me. I think this shade is good for anyone who has a fairer skin tone. It looks really pale on me. 
Overall, I would not say that it is an exceptional product in terms of quality but the packaging is definitely a standout. The chubby stick/crayon packaging is all over the market, trending day by day. So, I won’t be surprised if people go for them even if they have to pay more for the same quality they get in the original Baby Lips. I am impressed with the Maybelline Baby Lips Candy Wow bacause the packaging looks really cute and most importantly because they are meant to hydrate your lips for over a longer period of time and they are true to their claims. They do nourish the lips very well and make them look visibly healthier.. I really love fruity smells in my lip balms but if you don’t then you should stay away from these. You should get them if you like to switch your regular lip balms with the one with a cute, funky packaging. I would probably repurchase it again but in different shades. I would like to try Raspberry and Orange next. 
I hope you liked this post. If you did then please do share this post with your friends and family  through your social media platforms. I will love to hear from you guys about this post. You can also add me on Snapchat to ask me questions. I can show you more swatches in different lightings on Snapchat. My username is ‘sayantinee‘. The next post will be up very soon. Till then, be happy & keep smiling! 
So, what do you think about the Maybelline Baby Lips Candy Wow?
Disclaimer- PR sample but unbiased opinion.
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prem henna

A Review on So Silk Shampoo

A Review on So Silk Shampoo| cherryontopblog.com

Hello people, hope you are doing well. First of all, I want to apologize as I got too busy after the holidays and could not wish you all individually. So, sorry for that. Thanks to all those who wished me. Happy New Year to all of you!

If you are following me on Snapchat (Hope you do. Username- sayantinee) you would probably seen my snap where I showed a picture of my journal. Here it is- 
cherryontopblog.com| snapchat- sayantinee
I have taken a resolution of publishing all the pending posts this year. So, I am up with a long-pending review which I am going to share with you now. 
I received a bunch of sachets of the So Silk shampoo from the brand Prem Henna a couple of weeks ago. I got too busy, I don’t even remember why, thus the delayed post. Today, I thought of sharing with you a quick yet detailed review of this shampoo.
Price- Rs 1/- for each sachet
As I said earlier, I got a bunch of sachets of this shampoo and not a bottle. I don’t think they have started manufacturing bottles yet. I hope they do it soon. The packaging is nothing exceptional, just the regular plastic sachet packaging. 
A Review on So Silk Shampoo| cherryontopblog.com
The product is a cream shampoo with the benefits of soy milk protein. The soy milk protein helps in nourishing your hair from the roots, making it stronger and healthier. This shampoo is for all hair types, it worked well for my dry, frizzy hair. The packaging looks quite similar to that of a popular brand, but it differs in many ways. First of all, So Silk shampoo does not have any strong, chemical-ly fragrance, rather it has a very soothing, mild fragrance that will instantly remind you of ayurvedic or herbal products. I loved how it made my hair smell so fresh. The fragrance lingered for quite a long time. 
The So Silk shampoo lathers really well. You can feel it’s cleaning your hair really well. It made my hair softer right after the wash. After drying completely I noticed my hair was looking nourished and rejuvenated. But, there are a couple of things I did not like about this shampoo. 
  • They can’t be used alone without conditioners. Rather, conditioning is a must after using this shampoo. It might cause hair fall while combing if you don’t use any conditioner. 
  • I am not comfortable with sachet packaging.
I hope they come up with conditioners from this range and also introduce bottle packaging soon. Overall, I liked the shampoo. It is a good option if you are looking for safer products for your hair within budget. Let me know what you feel about this product.

Have you used So Silk shampoo? 

Hope you enjoyed reading this post. Will be back with a new one shortly. Till then, be safe & keep smiling! Happy New Year, once again 🙂

Disclaimer- PR sample but unbiased opinion.

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Boost Your Beauty: How to Shine After the Holidays| Guest Post by Sophia Smith

Oh holidays, the sweet blissful time when everyone is sinful. It is the season when we indulge in food and drinks and often neglect to care for our skin, hair and the amount of sleep we are having. What we eat and how we are sleeping is reflected the most on our skin and sometimes hair too.
Often we do not even notice the consequences until the season passes. What then? You can deal with these issues, recover and shine like a Christmas tree for months after the holidays. All you need is a couple of days of proper care to regain your beauty.
Here are some steps you can take to achieve that.
 Detox from the Inside!
Your hair, skin and organism have been exposed to harmful influences, both from the outside and inside. That is why you have to get rid of those toxins endangering your health and appearance by detoxification.
Boost Your Beauty: How to Shine After the Holidays| Guest Post by Sophia Smith| cherryontopblog.com


 First, you need to cleanse from the inside. Do that by banishing any unhealthy foods and stock your home with healthy ingredients. Start every day with some form of physical activity and by eating a healthy breakfast (cereals, fruits, yogurt, etc.). At nighttime you should consume lighter food. At lunch and dinner, eat lean protein, such as poultry and seafood.
Drink a lot of water and green or ginger tea. Start your day with one glass of water with lemon juice and a spoon of honey. Eat at least one fresh salad a day. Include some of the “detox wizards” (beets, cabbage, hazelnuts, avocado, almonds, etc.) in your diet.
Take Care of Your Skin
If you have had enough eggnog for the season, you should consider something less harmful for your skin. Opt for other wintery foods that are good for your health, such as sweet potatoes, cocoa and turkey. 
Boost Your Beauty: How to Shine After the Holidays| Guest Post by Sophia Smith| cherryontopblog.com


Once you have made adequate changes within, you should start battling the damage from the outside. Avoid heavy makeup to give your skin time to rest. Choose organic products with fewer synthetic ingredients. Improve circulation and stimulate toxin release by your lymphatic system using dry-brushing.
 Avoid harsh soaps and opt for pH neutral and chemical-free cleansing products. Use face masks which contain avocado and vitamin E. Choose a quality moisturizer with an SPF and apply it every day.
Recover Your Hair and Nails
Your hair is a sign of your overall health. Adequate nutrients in your diet are helping your hair and nails look beautiful and shiny. Sufficient amounts of vitamin B and calcium are exactly what you need to kickstart your hair recovery. You can get those nutrients by consuming dairy products and leafy greens, but you can also include calciumsupplements, to battle the calcium deficiency.
Boost Your Beauty: How to Shine After the Holidays| Guest Post by Sophia Smith| cherryontopblog.com

After you have taken care of your hair health within, the first thing you should do is to visit your hairdresser and cut the ends. Treat your hair with a scalp massage with essential oils or serum. Some celebrities, such as Miranda Kerr and Candice Swanepoel, use coconut oil to stimulate hair growth. Do not wash your hair more than three times a week, but opt for dry shampoo instead. Avoid hair straighteners and styling gels.
 Also, you can improve your nail health by avoiding nail polish for some time and rubbing in olive oil to boost their recovery. Wear protective gloves when washing the dishes or performing some house chores which require the use of chemicals.
Holidays are a lovely time of the year. Still, they often lead to extremes which are only harming your health and appearance. Do not allow for that to happen. Fight back with a proper diet and a new beauty routine, and you will shine through the whole following year.


Author Bio:

Sophia Smith is Australian based beauty and lifestyle blogger. She is very passionate about organic beauty products and healthy lifestyle. Sophia writes mostly in beauty related topics, mainly through blogs and articles. She is regular contributor at High Style Life on topics related to beauty, fashion and lifestyle.


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My Givenchy Makeover: Bronze Smoky Eyes & Bold Lips by Ajoy Sengupta

Hello all, if you remember I had posted a picture of me with Ajoy Sengupta, the National Makeup Artist and Training Head for Givenchy India. If you don’t follow me on Instagram yet, then here is the picture (do follow me on Instagram ^_^)

A photo posted by Sayantini Bhattacharya ♥ (@cherryontopblog) on pm


So, last week I got an opportunity to meet Ajoy at the South City Mall, Kolkata and get a makeover done by him. I couldn’t be happier! On meeting we greeted each other then he went on introducing me to the Givenchy cosmetics. That was my first time to a Givenchy counter. I was head over heels in love with the cosmetics waiting there for me. Ajoy showed me some of their classics and also some of the new launches and both of the categories were absolutely to die for. I got to see and touch their Le Rouge lipsticks, the ones with gorgeous black leather packaging for the first time. Here are some pictures of the products-

My Givenchy Makeover: Bronze Smoky Eyes & Bold Lips by Ajoy Sengupta|cherryontopblog.com

My Givenchy Makeover: Bronze Smoky Eyes & Bold Lips by Ajoy Sengupta|cherryontopblog.com
My Givenchy Makeover: Bronze Smoky Eyes & Bold Lips by Ajoy Sengupta|cherryontopblog.com

After we had discussed about the products and the brand, we headed straight to the makeover session. We decided on to go for a neutral yet gorgeous Christmas Party Look with neutral eyes and bold lips. My favourite! 
He started off by cleansing my face in order to remove any trace of makeup from my face. Then he went on to apply a serum to my face. He said serum works better than moisturizers because they sink into your skin quickly and effortlessly. Thus it gives a natural look to the makeup you put on afterwards. Then he applied another product from their Hydra-Sparkling range which hydrated my skin and gave it a glow instantly. My skin was so soft, supple and radiant after the skincare session. [All products will be listed at the end of this post.]
Coming to the makeup part, he began with priming my face so that the makeup stays for the longer period of time. Then he went off straight to the eyes as we were going to work with shimmery shades and it was obvious that there might be some fall-outs. First, he applied a black kohl pencil as close to my lash-line as possible and also between the eyelashes to give it a smokiness. Instead to drawing a proper line, he chose to smudge it a bit while proceeding towards the inner corner of my eyes. Then he went on to apply a dark brown shade from one of their Prisme Quatour eyeshadow quads to the outer corner of the eyes and blended it inwards leaving the inner portion nude . Then he took a shimmery orange shade on the inner corners outwards till about half way across the lids. Keeping it nude with no dark color helps to keep the light/ bright color and intensity/pop of color. Then from another quad he took a pale gold eye shadow and applied it to the inner corners of my eyes to give it some pop of colour and at the same time it gave an illusion of wider eyes. He chose a pencil liner over a liquid liner to line my eyes. We opted for a brown eyeliner as it seemed to look more natural. Then he went to the chocolate brown shade again and went over that liner and smudged it a bit creating a diffused wing at the end. With the same dark brown shade he lined the outer half of my lower lash line and for the inner half he used the same pale gold shade. As there was a lot of shimmer going on on the eyelids he decided to choose a matte compact powder to define my brow-bone area. He finished it off with applying a few coats of mascara. He also defined my brows. The finished look was so beautiful and that too using a few products. Here is a closer look to the eye makeup before mascara-
My Givenchy Makeover: Bronze Smoky Eyes & Bold Lips by Ajoy Sengupta|cherryontopblog.com
After the eyes, he started doing my base makeup. He started with applied a foundation to the center of my face- forehead, nose, cheeks and chin then began blending it well to the rest of the face. Then he applied a dust of loose powder to set the makeup, a bronzer to define my cheek bones and give a bit of structure to my face and finally he finished off with a bit of blush on to the apples of my cheek to give some flush to my face. For lipstick, I chose to wear something other than red so I ended up choosing a bright coral shade as it was matching my outfit. Here is the finished look-
My Givenchy Makeover: Bronze Smoky Eyes & Bold Lips by Ajoy Sengupta|cherryontopblog.com

My Givenchy Makeover: Bronze Smoky Eyes & Bold Lips by Ajoy Sengupta|cherryontopblog.com


List of Products Used-
Face-
Hydra sparkling Sap Serum 
Hydra sparkling Radiance Booster 
Acti’Mine Primer – mango 
Photo’Perfexion Fluid Foundation #6
Eyes-
Prisme Quatour Braise 8 ( orange and brown) 
Prisme Quatour Impertinence 4 ( dull gold) 

Magic Khol Eye Liner Pencil (black and brown)

Noir Couture 4 in 1 Mascara

Lips-
Lip pencil #3/ #4 
Le Rouge Lipstick #305 Rouge Égérie (orange coral) 

Things that I learnt from Ajoy Sengupta-
  • Let your moisturizer sink in to your skin before you start your makeup.
  • A hydrating serum is always better than a moisturizer because it sinks in to the skin very well.
  • Start applying the foundation from the center of your face as the light hits the center first.
  • Lining the lower lash line completely would make you eyes appear smaller. Instead, line it half way through with darker colour and add lighter colours towards the inner corners.
  • Applying light shimmery shades to the inner corners would make your eyes appear winder.
  • Don’t skip contouring your face as it gives a depth and definition to your face, especially if you are going to be clicked. 
  • Lastly, do not skip your skincare regime. A properly maintained skin is the best canvas for any makeup.  
I will try following these tips and incorporate a lot of his techniques to my makeup routine. It was really a fun time learning about makeup with Ajoy. This makeup look is also suitable for New Year’s Eve. 
My Givenchy Makeover: Bronze Smoky Eyes & Bold Lips by Ajoy Sengupta|cherryontopblog.com

Did you know?
Givenchy, founded in 1952, was the first brand to introduce eye-shadow quads to the makeup industry. 
Today is the 31st guys, New Year is a few hours far. I wish all of you a very happy and prosperous 2016. Be safe & keep smiling!

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Get Paid for Your Smartphone Photography with SnapCape| Review

Hello everybody,

Merry Christmas to you all! If you are reading this post now then please know that I love you so much. Thank you for taking a few minutes out of your busy schedule and stopping by my blog. Today, I will introduce you to an app named Snapcape which has opened new doors to the everyday photographers like us. Keep reading to know how.

 What is SnapCape?

Snapcape is basically an app that encourages mobile photography and photographers plus it is an app for stock photographs. It is technically Asia’s first photo crowding app. Let me share a little bit more about this app. As the brand says, “SnapCape is that venture where we consider everyone with a smartphone a photographer, who can associate with brands/ agencies/ editorials globally, to monetize their shots. 

On the other hand, Brands source Custom and Stock Content. 

We are creating an opportunity to leverage this visual customer generated content for user engagement purposes for organizations. 

Making consumers the Brand Ambassadors and Brand Advocates.“

Get Paid for Your Smartphone Photography with SnapCape

Get Paid for Your Smartphone Photography with SnapCape
Almost all of us own a smartphone and almost all of us like to capture moments with our phone camera. SnapCape encourages every smartphone-photographer and it gives an opportunity to exhibit their skills with a large number of potential brands who might be interested buying images from them. So, basically you are getting paid for what you love. Why won’t anybody love a chance to get paid for those perfectly shot mobile photographs?

Get Paid for Your Smartphone Photography with SnapCape

Get Paid for Your Smartphone Photography with SnapCape


How SnapCape Works:

SnapCape works in two way- for buyers and for sellers. Both the procedures are very simple. This is how they have put it on their website-
“For Photo Buyers and Sellers-

Step 1: The photographers need to click images from their mobile phones or camera and thereafter need to upload them at Snapcape.


Step 2: Once you’ve uploaded the images’ you need to specify the category they fall in – any from the list provided. You also need to set a price for your image, anything ranging between $1 to $5. The buyers would be buying your images at this price.


Step 3: Here you are ready to sell off your photographs.


Step 4: The buyers can scroll and select and add images to their cart. You can also make use of keywords and brand names to customize your search. Also you can filter your search on various categories like price and authenticity. We have all these features enabled to meet all the needs of the users.


Step 5: Finally you can buy the chosen images. Also the model space is backed with a folder called “Favourite” where you can save all the images you wish to buy sometime in future.“

Get Paid for Your Smartphone Photography with SnapCape

There are some brands also who regularly come up with various tasks for photographers in return of which they pay some bucks. 

I actually was not sure about the whole idea of it so I downloaded the app myself and eventually ended up loving it. There are so many categories to search through, all of them loaded with good-quality photographs. As a blogger, I am always in need of good pictures that goes with my posts well when I am not able to click myself. You know how difficult it is to deal with copyrights while downloading images from the web. The leading stock photography sites cost a bomb for subscriptions. This app is perfect if you want to download images without thinking about copyright and that too within budget. 
Download the App here

You will love SnapCape if-
  • You love mobile photography.
  • You have a passion for clicking creative photos. 
  • You want to earn money with your photographic skills.
  • You are a blogger/publisher/editorial and you need authentic images.
  • You don’t want to worry about copyright while downloading pictures.
  • You don’t want to pay a huge amount of money on stock photographs.
You Should Choose SnapCape because-
It is  “affordable, authentic, licenced, copyscape verified, SEO ready, size specific, ready-to-use images across a large array of categories.” There are a large number of fresh photographs stocked. All the photographs are priced between $1 to $5 which is unbelievably inexpensive. The app has a rating of 3.8 rating on Google Play Store. Most importantly, it takes only 3.6mb space in your phone. 
I am really in love with this app. If you go through the images they deliver, you will know why. The best thing about this app is you won’t find any image that will seem to be repetitive. All of the images are freshly taken by new photographers and new images are added everyday. I hope you like this app as I did. 
Merry Christmas. See you in my next post. Till then, be safe & keep smiling! 



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