skincare January 21, 2020

Lashika- No Harm Skincare Brand Explained

With emerging awareness and growing interest in natural, chemical-free skincare products, people are more likely to read through the ingredients and research more before buying or using a skincare product. Earlier, it used to be based on endorsements, advertisements and the face of the brand. But, I am glad that it is finally happening. Today, I will talk about a brand that claims to bring you NO HARM SKINCARE and that is Lashika.

Lashika is a skincare brand, created in Canada and then brought to the Indian subcontinent. They chose Canada to create their products because “Canada is ranked 4th in research and quality Worldwide” (2012 survey). Their main objective was to give people a simplified skincare regime that can work perfectly on every skin throughout the year. In their own words,

“Our “No Harm” Skincare range provides protection to your skin all year round across all climatic conditions.”

What Makes Lashika A No Harm Skincare Brand?

Time has changed and people have become more conscious while choosing sustainable skincare products. Customers are not just happy with chemical-free products, they want more. That’s why Lashika has come up with the NO HARM SKINCARE range that targets that extra something. Theirs is a Pure, Natural, Heavy Metal Free, Dermatologically Tested, No Harm Skin Care range!

There are several factors that make Lashika a #NoHarmSkincare brand. Following are the factors-

Paraben-Free:

Parabens are one of the most common and one of the most dangerous preservatives used in the cosmetic world. Studies have shown, parabens cause so many health hazards and can lead to cancer as well. Lashika made sure to exclude paraben from their ingredients list making them safe for the skin.

Not tested on Animals:

Lashika understands that to become a truly no harm skincare brand, they have to consider the sufferings of animals as well as their customers. “To keep our conscience (and yours too) guilt-free, we have chosen not to test our products on animals.”

No Mineral Oils:

Mineral oils are odourless and colourless oil which generates from petroleum as a by-product. Most skincare brands use mineral oils in their products as it is lightweight and inexpensive. Lashika is not one of them. Mineral oils are harmful in so many ways. One of them is that they clog your pores causing major breakouts.

100% Natural Ingredients:

The ingredients that Lashika no harm skincare products contain are 100% natural. “To ensure the validity of our demands, we diligently test each product and then bring it to you. Our dermatologically tested products work well and make your skin healthy from within.”

Customer Demand:

“As people have started to understand the threat of harmful chemicals, they are leaning towards natural products. Indeed, most natural ingredients are less harmful than unnatural ones. Being a #noharmskincare brand, Lashika understands your fears. That is why we have used time-honoured natural elements that have been used to alleviate skin conditions for years.”

Nature-Friendly:

Since the products are all free from harsh and hazardous chemicals, they do less harm to the environments as compared to the ones that contain these type of chemicals.

A Simplified Skincare Regime using Lashika products

Now that we have learnt a lot about the #NoHarmSkincare range, I want to talk you through a very simple but essential skincare regime using their products. So, let’s start-

Apple Cider Face Wash (₹325)-
Enriched in the goodness of apple cider vinegar, this face wash has an excellent anti-bacterial property that restores skin’s pH level, controls excess secretion of sebum and gives your skin a cleansed, refreshed look by removing dead cells.
Almond and Walnut Scrub (₹445)-

Scrubbing your face at least twice a week is very important. It helps you get rid of the dead cells, open up the pores and basically makes your skin breath. This scrub is rich in almond, walnut, vitamin E and shea butter which, in combination, reduces dark spots and uneven skin tone, hydrates skin, prevents signs of ageing and restores skin elasticity.

Lumiara- Saffron and Vit E Moisturizer (₹345 for 100ml)-

This product is a very unique combination of multiple powerful natural ingredients like kumkumadi oil, Paeonia Lactiflora flower extract, vitamin E, turmeric oil, almond oil, shea butter, aloe vera juice that work together to form a protective barrier against sun’s harmful rays while healing and rejuvenating your sensitive skin internally.
This daily moisturizer is made for all skin types and for all year round.

I hope you enjoyed learning about a brand that actually cares for your skin like you’d do. I loved sharing this with you. You can shop for Lashika products directly from their website (link in the first paragraph).

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Bath & Body May 15, 2019

Summer Shower Routine Ft Skinella

Summer is at its fullest and it’s reaching up to 40°C every other day here where I live. In this condition, there is no other way to survive than having a shower twice or thrice a day. Every time you have a shower, you need to make sure you smell good because summer makes you all sweaty and stinky. A nice fragrant bath can make you feel a lot fresher. So, choosing good shower products is very important now. Today, I’ll be talking about two of my favourite products for a perfect summer shower routine from the brand Skinella– Skinella Mandarin Gel Body Wash and Skinella Pink Guava Body Polish Scrub.

My Summer Shower Routine

My summer shower routine includes only two steps- washing my body and scrubbing my body. I wash my hair thrice a week so that doesn’t include in the everyday shower routine. Thrice a week, I also use an intimate wash. Currently, I am loving the Everteen Intimate Hygiene Wash (read the review). Coming back to the two bath products, I use the Mandarin Gel Body Wah for squeaky clean my body and then the Pink Guava Body Polish Scrub to get rid of the dead cells.

Skinella Mandarin Gel Body Wash

Price-₹260 for 200g (Buy here)

I love using shower gels during summer. Shower gels are more fragrant than soaps and the fragrance lingers for quite some time. Also, shower gels are more hydrating in comparison to soaps. Because you cannot put oil or heavy creams on your body post-shower, it is clever to use a moisturizing body wash in the first place. You can then hydrate your body with a light lotion if you feel the need.

Skinella Mandarin Gel Body Wash has an exotic mandarin fragrance which freshens you up and makes your shower time pleasant. The citrusy smell is apt for summertime.

As I can already make out, the body wash comes in a gel form, a little product goes a long way. This product is suitable for all skin types. My body is dry most of the time and this product doesn’t dry it out and provides long-lasting hydration because of the essential oils in it.

Skinella Pink Guava Body Polish Scrub

Price-₹285 for 150g (Buy here)

No matter what the season is, I love scrubbing my body. It doesn’t only help me get rid of the dead cells but also makes me feel a lot fresher and my skin feels supple and smooth. Skinella Pink Guava Body Polish Scrub is one of my favourite body exfoliators because it has very finely milled scrubbing particles that they claim to be real oink guava. It works very gently yet effectively on my skin. I hate scrubs that feel like wet sand on the body. I don’t like exfoliating my body so much that it feels like ripping my skin off of my body. A mild scrub with tender particles works best for me.

I am quite disappointed with the fragrance. It sounds like an exotic aroma but in reality, it doesn’t. The smell is so faint that it almost smells like nothing.

This scrub doesn’t dry out your skin. You don’t feel the urge to apply body lotion right after the shower. This is hydrating to some extent.

Where to Buy Skinella Products-

Skinella products are exclusively available on Amazon.in. They are available in singles and also in kits and combos.

What I love about the brand Skinella, is that they provide the best results within budget. You don’t get to try different exotic variants in such a little price. Everyone can try their products from professionals to college students. Their products are 100% safe to use. I’ve also got three more products from their face care range. Feel free to let me know if you want me to review them as well.

Disclaimer- The products were kindly sent to me by the brand in return for an honest review.

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beauty July 20, 2018

Tjori Night Skin Repair Elixir Review

Hi, guys! I am back with a new review after so long. I was kind of busy with getting my life back on track. If you read My Anxiety Story then you’ll know why I was away from the blog for quite some time. Now that I’ve started enjoyed every bit of my work once again, I am here with a review of the Tjori Night Skin Repair Elixir that I’ve been enjoying using for quite some time now.

Tjori is a brand that has come to prominence in the recent past. I have literally been bombarded with recommendations on Facebook lately and it has successfully intrigued me to some extent. Recently, in my May Fab Bag (watch the unboxing video), I received this tiny bottle of the Tjori Night Skin Repair Elixir that I first mistook it for a sample size product but soon realized it is a full size. Since then, I have been religiously using this product every night and I can see a visible difference that I’ll be sharing with you in this post.

Price- Rs 999/- for 10ml ( Buy from Tjori, Nykaa, Kraftly)

Description- (As mentioned in their website) This powerful formula works at night when skin is most receptive to repairing itself from daily aggressors. It promises to restore and replenish for smoother, healthier-looking skin, all while you sleep.

Ingredients- Organic Olive Oil, Organic Citrus Sinensis (Orange) Fruit Oil, Organic Cinnamomum Zeylanicum (Cinnamon) Leaf Oil, Organic Bitter Orange Essential Oil, Organic Vanilla Planifolia (Vanilla) Oil, Organic Coffee Arabica Oil, Organic Oxycoccus (Cranberry) Seed Oil, Organic Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Organic Wheat Germ Extracts, Organic Hordeum Vulgare (Barley) Oil, Almond Oil

Packaging- The Tjori Night Skin Repair Elixir comes in a small plastic bottle with a plastic screw cap. That’s how I received it from Fab Bag but when I visit the official website, I can see the cap is golden and seems to be metallic which is same in Nykaa and Kraftly. The bottle, being transparent, allows you to keep a check on the usage. The only thing that turns me off is the absence of a dropper or decent dispenser. I have always used night serums/treatments that come with a dropper and that is very convenient. Without a dropper, measuring and dispensing of the product becomes a tough and messy job.

Directions to use- Massage 1-2 drops onto face after cleansing. Can be used alone, or added to your favourite moisturizer or treatment. Use day or night.

Texture- Tjori Night Skin Repair Elixir is basically a light-weight facial oil that absorbs quickly into the skin without leaving any sticky residue. Being an oil, it definitely feels a little greasy which doesn’t bother at night. I prefer to skip it when it’s too humid outside. I would suggest oily skin people use it in the night only and dry skin people use it for day or night. It adds a bit shine to your face.

Effects of the Tjori Night Skin Repair Elixir on My Skin-

The reason we choose and concentrate on facial serums is that it penetrates deep into the skin, gets absorbed quicker than any other products and starts working sooner than any other product.

I have been continuously using this elixir on my face ever since I received it and I have seen a noticeable difference on my skin. As I have oily skin, I like to use it at night before bed. With this product, my night time skincare has become in the following order- cleanser, scrub, toner and then the Tjori Night Skin Repair Elixir. I have replaced my regular moisturizer with this treatment. It might feel oily at first but it soon seeps into the skin and gets absorbed leaving the skin replenished and plumped. It’s the best effect you will see the morning after. The next morning my skin looks bright and rejuvenated without any trace of oil.

All the products from Tjori are-

Paraben-free
SLS-free
Phthalate-free
Cruelty-free
Vegan

Reasons to love Tjori Night Skin Repair Elixir-

Very light-weight in texture.
Apt for both summers and winters.
Suitable for all skin types.
Makes the skin brighter, smoother and softer.
Rejuvenates the skin.
Improves skin texture.
Removes dullness from fresh.
Value for money.

Reasons to dislike Tjori Night Skin Repair Elixir-

It has a strong smell.

Have you used Tjori Night Skin Repair Elixir?

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beauty May 31, 2018

How to De-tan Skin at Home Naturally

Come summers and we all get the tan that not only makes our skin look few shades darker but also causes side effects like uneven skin tone, acne, dark spots, dry skin and signs of premature aging. The idea is to not only keep your skin protected from the harmful sun rays but also going the extra mile by pampering your skin with home remedies that will not only help you get rid of the problems mentioned before but also give you glowing skin and bright complexion.

Wondering how to remove tan the easy way? Here are few beauty tips you can follow and easily try at home using everyday ingredients from your kitchen.

1) Aloe Vera & Lemon Juice Mask

Both aloe vera and lemon juice work wonders when it comes to reducing the effects of tanning on the skin. Aloe is a soothing agent that helps in fighting melanin that darkens the skin cells. Lemon juice, on the other hand, works like an astringent, cleaning the skin from inside thus giving a radiant look on the outside.

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon aloe vera gel
3-4 drops of freshly squeezed lemon juice

Method:

In a bowl combine aloe vera gel along with few drops of lemon juice.
Gently apply the mix all over the face & neck area & let it dry for at least 20-25 minutes.
Wash it off with cold water.
Repeat at least thrice a week for desired results.

2) Lemon & Honey

Wondering how to get brighter skin in summers? Start using lemon and honey. They help rejuvenate the skin, giving it a fresh and blemish-free look. Lemon helps to lighten the skin and honey moisturizes and hydrates it, keeping it soft and moist.

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Method:

In a bowl, combine the ingredients.
Apply the mask on the face evenly, gently rubbing across the forehead, chin, and cheeks area.
Let it sit for 15-20 minutes and wash off with cold water.
Repeat daily to reduce the effects of tanning over a period of time.

3) Curd & Tomato Juice

Both tomato & curd have amazing de tanning properties. They make the skin glow naturally while shielding the skin from the harmful effects of the sun. These ingredients are also rich in antioxidants that help in treating pigmentation & dark spots, provide even skin tone, exfoliate dead cells and make the skin look brighter.

Ingredients:

Juice of 1 medium-sized tomato
1 tablespoon curd
A pinch of turmeric

Method:

In a bowl, mix the ingredients together and make a smooth paste.
Gently massage the mix on the face and other affected area for 5 minutes.
Leave it to dry for another 15 minutes before washing it off with cold water.
Repeat the process at least thrice a week for radiant & brighter looking skin.

4) Potato, lemon & sugar

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Potato is one of the most effective natural ingredients that help in de-tanning of the skin. Mix it with lemon and sugar and an amazing home remedy is ready that will help get rid of dead cells, give your skin an even tone and reveal fresh and smooth skin.

Ingredients:

One medium potato
One tablespoon fresh lemon juice
One teaspoon granulated sugar

Method:

In a blender, put a medium sized potato and make a paste. Then add a tablespoon fresh lemon juice and a teaspoon of granulated sugar to it.
Apply the mask on the face evenly and scrub gently for at least 10 minutes.
Leave it on for another 15-20 minutes before washing off with cold water.
Repeat the process at least twice a week for best results.

For the on-the-go women of today, trying remedies to gremove tan can become slightly more difficult. But that does not mean you should let go of your dream of having glowing and brighter looking skin during summers. Using herbal bleach cream like Fem De-Tan Creme Bleach can just do the trick for you, that too in just 15 minutes. Enriched with the goodness of orange peel extracts, it reduces the effects of sun-tan by giving you radiant and brighter looking skin within minutes. An effective and safe solution to your tan problems, it’s all you need to step out in the sun confidently. Read more tips for glowing skin on our blog.

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beauty April 2, 2018

Cosmicare Gold Facial Kit Review

Hi, guys! Sorry for being MIA. I was actually trying to focus on my YouTube channel for the past few weeks and that’s the reason why blogging had taken a backseat. But, I am trying really hard to cope up with everything and multitask. So, if you haven’t checked out my YouTube videos then please do me a favour and watch them. I would really appreciate it. Love you!

Today, I am going to review a facial kit that I have been using since February and I loved it. Today’s product of focus is Cosmicare Gold Facial Kit.

Due to our busy schedule and fast lifestyle, we tend to miss out on several things especially self-pampering. Our skin needs some sort of maintenance that helps it keep healthy and glowing. That’s why you need to go for a facial in at least every 15 days but, that never happens because we cannot take out time and secondly the facials hat your salon offers are quite expensive. This is the reason why I like to buy my facial kits and do at-home facials. It’s convenient, cheap and gives the same result as a salon treatment will give. The only thing you need to keep in mind is that you are doing the massage strokes right. There are several videos on YouTube that show you what are the right facial strokes. Now, let’s jump into the review part.

Cosmicare Gold Facial Kit

Price- ₹950

Buy here- SUPER99

Net Content- 210g

“Cosmicare Paris Gold Facial Kit has been specially designed to give your skin a natural shine and youthful glow. It preserves the moisture in the skin, making it supple and smooth giving you a gold-like glow. The pure Gold extracts & precious herbs deep cleanse the skin while maintaining its natural moisture balance.”

Contents- Gold Nourishing Cleanser 50g, Gold Exfoliating Scrub 50g, Gold Moisturizing Massage Cream 50g, Gold Balancing Pack 60g.

Gold Nourishing Cleanser

Ingredients: Propylene Glycol, Tween-20, Dimethicone, 2 Phenoxy Ethanol, Sandalwood extracts, Saffron extract EDTA, Gold Dust, Perfume, Aqua.

Take an appropriate amount of cleanser and apply evenly on clean, wet face. Then gently massage in circular and outward strokes for 5 minutes and rinse off with water or wipe off using moist cotton.

Gold Exfoliating Scrub

Ingredients: Propylene Glycol, Glycerine, Stearic Alcohol, Liquified Light Paraffin Oil, Cetyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Mono Stearate, Walnut shell powder, Sandalwood extract, Cetocetyl Alcohol, 2 Phenoxy Ethanol, Propyl Paraben, EDTA, Methyl Paraben, Gold Dust, Perfume, Aqua.

Take an appropriate amount of the scrub and apply evenly on clean, wet face. Then gently scrub with feather-like circular and outward strokes for 5 minutes and rinse off with water.

Gold Moisturizing Massage Cream

Ingredients: Liquified Light Paraffin Oil, Bees Wax, Cetyl Alcohol, Sandalwood extract, Glyceryl Mono Stearate, E. Wax, Glycerine, Borax, Propyl Paraben, EDTA, Methyl Paraben, Gold Dust, Paraben, Aqua.

Take an appropriate amount of this cream and apply on face and neck. Gently massage till the cream is absorbed in the skin.

Gold Balancing Pack

Ingredients: Kaolin, E. Wax, Zinc Oxide, Gum Acacia, Titanium Dioxide, Sodium Carboxy Methyl Cellulose, Allantoin, Sandalwood extract powder, Hydroxy Ethyl Cellulose, 2 Phenoxy Ethanol, Propyl Paraben, Methyl Paraben, Perfume, Aqua.

Protect the hairline with folded tissues. Apply this pack in a thick layer over the face and neck area with fingertips. Avoid the eye area and leave it till it dries off. To clean, use plain water.

How to Use Cosmicare Gold Facial Kit

Step 1: Take an appropriate amount of Cleanser and apply evenly on clean, wet face. Then gently massage in circular and outward strokes for 5 minutes and rinse off with water or wipe off using moist cotton.
Step 2: Take an appropriate amount of this scrub and apply evenly on clean, wet face. Then gently Scrub with feather-like circular and outward strokes for 5 minutes and rinse off with water.
Step 3: Take an appropriate amount of this cream and apply on face and neck. Gently massage till the cream is absorbed in the skin.
Step 4: Protect the hairline with folded tissues. Apply this pack in a thick layer over the face and neck area with fingertips. Avoid the eye area and leave it till it dries off. To clean, use plain water.

My Experience with Cosmicare Gold Facial Kit

As I said earlier, I have been using this facial kit for a long time now and seen how well my skin responds to it. First, I want to talk about the quantity of each product. I have used this kit thrice and there is still some product left in each tube. So, the quantity is right for the price you pay. It adds a natural glow to my face without making it oily. It’s like a healthy glow that appears from within. It did not irritate my skin and did not cause acne. I have a combination skin that becomes sensitive seasonally. Overall, I found it great for any occasions like a wedding or any party. I would suggest you use this facial kit two days prior to the event.

Disclaimer- Product sent by the brand in exchange for an honest review.

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beauty January 24, 2018

6 Reasons Why You Are Breaking Out

Acne is a skin condition that affects more than half of the world population and leads to insecurities and lower self-esteem issues. Most of the times, you do not even understand what the problem is, which makes this skin condition even worse. Therefore, we have the top reasons as to why you might be getting acne breakouts.

1. Consuming Too Much Spicy Food

Spicy foods are made with peppers and tomatoes, which have acidic lycopene in them that cause irritations and imbalance the pH levels of the skin leading to breakouts. However, not just spicy food can lead to breakouts. Some people can get breakouts because of bread, dairy, and other types of skin. Keep in mind that every person reacts to certain foods differently, therefore, you should never compare would situation with anyone. Focus on eating fresh fruits and vegetables as much as you can as they contain water and beneficial nutrients that are important to you.

2. Check the Products You Are Using

There are many lotions that contain mineral oil because it is a “super-heavy moisturizing agent,” but what you do not know is that it can clog pores that lead to breakouts. Another ingredient that you need to avoid putting on your skin are silicone based products. Similar to mineral oils, silicones can cause breakouts as well. If you want to maintain clear skin, you will need to look for products that clearly say “non-comedogenic” as these products will not clog and they will prevent breakouts. If you have Proactive acne, read more.

3. Stop Smoking

Every time you smoke a cigarette, you are lowering the amount of oxygen that is supposed to go on your face. Not only are you exposing yourself to cancer, but you are also lessening the collagen and elastin present in your skin. Collagen and elastin have the ability to prevent large pores and wrinkles, therefore, the carcinogens in a cigarette eliminate these two vital skin properties. The more you smoke, the more breakouts will occur. Try to avoid smoking as much as you can so you can live a healthier life and have clear skin.

4. You Might Be Over-Scrubbing

People that have acne-prone skin think that scrubbing their face with rough exfoliants (crushed apricot seeds), hard washcloths, or cleaning brushes, assume that their skin will become flawless. However, it has the opposite effect on it. When they do this the bacteria from the acne spread all over the skin, making the condition even worse. You need to find the right facial cleanser for your skin so you can prevent acne from happening again. Make sure you are aware of your skin type as every facial cleanser has a different job.

5. Picking Pimples Triggers More to Grow

As tempting as it may be, do not pick on your pimples. Picking on your pimples will most likely leave a red mark that will turn into an acne scar. The worst part about “playing dermatologist” is that when you are trying to squeeze the puss out of the pore, there is a chance that you are making it go deeper into your skin. When the bacterium spreads underneath the skin layer, there is a chance that you will get more pimples. The best way to prevent yourself from touching your pimples is by challenging yourself. If you keep your hands off your face you will not only see a reduction in your pimples, but you will see how your complexion is getting better.

6. Release All Stress

It is true that stress causes acne. The more you stress out, the more pimples you will have and ultimately you will be stuck in a vicious cycle. When you are stressing, your skin will begin to create stress hormones that include cortisol. Cortisol will stimulate the production of oil glands so they can make testosterone. This will make your skin excessively oily and clog your pores. In order to prevent this from happening, you must make sure you are meditating, working out daily, and taking time out for yourself. All this will allow you to release stress so your body does not keep generating these harmful hormones.

beauty January 13, 2018

Speaking Tree Argan Carrier Oil Review, Price and Availability

The benefits of Argan oil is something that everybody is familiar with. It has been named Liquid Gold for true reasons. It is great for your skin and hair and it has been proven to give magical results if applied on a regular basis. The fatty acids and Vitamin E in argan oil help moisturize the skin and hair, adds glow and nourishment. Today, I will be sharing with you my experience with Speaking Tree Argan Carrier Oil.

If you haven’t checked out my post on Speaking Tree Lemon and Peppermint Essential Oils then do it right now!

Price- Rs 390 for 15ml

Available at- Amazon, Flipkart, MyNutraMart

Packaging- Speaking Tree Argan Carrier Oil comes in 15 ml glass bottle with a plastic cap. They have European dropper cap included in their packaging. Inside the outer packaging comes a glass roller bottle as well.

Key Ingredients- Speaking Tree Argan carrier oil is 100% natural and organic. It contains premium therapeutic grade Moroccan Argan extracts which are beneficial for the skin.

Benefits-

It heals and treats dry, brittle cuticles and nails.
Anti-aging: Reduce facial blemishes.
Fights dry skin, eczema, psoriasis, acne & stretch marks.
Soothes burns and sunburns.
Protects against harmful effects of UV rays.
Useful in treating dry, brittle, frizzy & damaged hair.

How to Use-

Mix with brown sugar to use as an exfoliating facial scrub.
Apply one drop to moisturize your face at bedtime for morning glow.
Rub 2-3 drops of warm oil to improve elasticity & prevent stretch marks.
Massage nails & cuticles to keep them healthy.
Use as a leave-in conditioner for hair.

My Experience with Speaking Tree Argan Carrier Oil-

My experience with Speaking Tree Argan Carrier Oil is my first experience with Argan Oil itself. Before that, I never used any argan oil. I had heard a lot about the benefits and magical properties of Argan oil before so, I was really excited to try it myself.

As I am currently using Speaking Tree Lemon Essential Oil for my face, I do not use the Argan oil for my skin. I use it for my hair. For the last few weeks, I have been using it as a leave-in conditioner. I just take a couple of drops of the Argan oil and apply to the ends of my hair after washing it with my favourite shampoo.

As Argan oil is non-greasy, it nourishes my tresses without making them oily.

If you are looking for a budget-friendly argan oil then I would highly recommend you to try Speaking Tree Argan carrier oil.

Have you ever used Argan oil?

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beauty December 12, 2017

What’s in My December 2017 Fab Bag

Hi, guys! Today, I’ll be unboxing yet another Fab Bag on my blog and first time on my YouTube channel. If you have been reading this blog for a long time then you would know that I had unboxed a couple of Fab Bags earlier. But, after a year or so, I discontinued my subscription. This month, I got contacted by Team Fab Bag and they asked me if I would like to review their December edition or not. I readily agreed to the offer as I have always been a fan of Fab Bag (Read previous Fab Bag posts) since the time when it was called Vellvette Bag. Coincidentally, my first Fab Bag was also a December edition (2013). I am so excited to share what was inside my December 2017 Fab Bag. I won’t go into much details in this post because I’ve already done a video on that which is now live on my channel. Watch it now-

Contents of my December 2017 Fab Bag-

1. Bliscent Peppermint Foot Soak- Rs 200/-
2. Alanna Skin Brightening Scrub- Rs 340/- (20g)
3. Blossom Kochhar Aroma Magic Body Cream- Rs 26/- (10g)
4. Sugar Blend the Rules Eye Shadow Quad- Rs 699/-
5. Bella Voste Premium Nail Enamel (Let’s Just Dance)- Rs 249/-

Bliscent Peppermint Foot Soak

Alanna Skin Brightening Scrub

Blossom Kochhar Aroma Magic Body Cream

Sugar Blend the Rules Eye Shadow Quad

Bella Voste Premium Nail Enamel (Let’s Just Dance)

Disclaimer– This month’s Fab Bag was sent to me by the brand.

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beauty November 25, 2017

What I Do to Rejuvenate My Skin During this Season

Winter is right around the corner. This season comes with its own pros and cons. Where on one hand, it relieves us from the scorching sun and the unbearable humidity, on the other hand, it causes dryness and dullness of the skin. In today’s post, I am going to share some of my tips to fight dullness and rejuvenate your skin during this season.

Hydrate

Keeping yourself hydrated is really important for your skin as it helps in removing toxins from your body. You can achieve a glowing skin just by hydrating your body. Drink lots of water no matter what the season is.

Diet

Your diet plays a huge role in your skincare. Some foods are meant to detoxify your body and rejuvenate your core system so that your skin looks glowing from within. Here are some steps that I have incorporated into my diet to achieve a younger-looking, healthy and glowing skin.

Have salads before my meals. Firstly, it will prevent you from overeating and secondly, the detoxifying properties of raw veggies will help refresh your system.
Start my day with lemon water. Lemon has amazing detox properties. It is rich in Vitamin C which improves your skin and hair.
Have sprouted moong daal as a snack in the evening. Evenings are the times I am most inclined to junk foods. To prevent that, my mom has come up with this lovely idea to have a sprouts chaat to deal with my pesky hunger pangs. Just take some sprouted moong beans, chunks of tomatoes, chopped coriander and green chillies, add a dash of lemon juice, salt and pepper and you are good to go!

Special Skincare

Himalaya Ayurveda Double Power Double Neem Facial Kit

One thing about skincare that we always tend to forget is that it changes with the season. You should always make these seasonal changes to give your skin what it really needs for that particular season. As far as I have noticed, mine has become a little sensitive as winter is approaching and I am getting seasonal pimples more than what I normally do. To fight that, I have recently used the VLCC Ayurveda Purifying Double Power Double Neem Facial Kit (Rs 200/-).

This facial kit is made to give you an instant glow. This facial kit contains total 5 products- a face wash (10g), a face scrub (10g), a face gel (10g), a face cream (10g) and a face pack (10g). Enriched in the power of neem, VLCC Ayurveda Purifying Double Power Double Neem Facial Kit is a 5 step facial kit that deeply cleanses your skin, removes impurities, making it feel fresh and free from acne.

Comment down below stating how you take care of your skin during seasonal changes.

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beauty September 23, 2017

10 Tips to a DIY At-Home Spa Day

Being a woman in today’s world is harder than ever. Oftentimes, ladies are forced to combine a full-time job, personal life, family or kids-related responsibilities, physical activity, and active social life all at once. At the same time, people (read: men) expect us to always look good, feel energized, and wear high heels 24/7. With so many expectations and demands the society has put on tender female shoulders, there is no wonder we ladies feel stressed out every now and then.

In light of this, it becomes especially important to allocate some time in our busy schedule for procedures and activities that are relaxing and revitalizing at the same time. Many women will agree that one of the greatest activities of this kind is Spa procedures. With this in mind, I’ve decided to make a list of 10 DIY ideas of how to make a Spa day at home. Trust me, they have the same wonderful effect as procedures in Spa/salon but don’t affect your budget as drastically as the latter do.

Quick note: The DIY Spa ideas mentioned below will work especially good in combination with each other.

Take a Restorative Hot Bath

Taking a hot bath is a relaxing activity in its own right, but you may take it one step further and decide to light some aroma candles, pour yourself a glass of quality wine (or fresh juice if you’re a healthy foodie), turn some relaxing music on. To make the experience even better, mix essential oils with some aromatic flowers and pour the mass into your hot bath. You are free to choose flowers you like, but keep in mind there are flowers that are especially good for Spa procedures.

Use a Skin Scrub to Delight Your Body

Apart from being a useful beauty procedure, things like skin scrubs are also a perfect fit for an at-home Spa day. If you wonder why it is so, I’ll explain it briefly. There are plenty of DIY Scrub recipes based on coffee, cocoa, honey, etc. Most of them won’t take you a lot of time to make, and you’ll be sure the scrub you put on your skin does not contain any harmful chemicals. Choose among hundreds of receipts and delight your body with a fragrant natural scrub.

Do a Self-Massage to Reduce Chronic Muscle Tension

Most of us have chronic muscle tensions we’re so used to that we no longer consider it a big deal. The most problematic zones are your back, neck, and shoulders. Take some time to knead your muscles with your fingers; this will surely help you to loosen up.

Make Yourself a Foot Soak

Believe it or not, but foot soak is believed to be one of the most stress-relieving procedures you can do at home. While hot water is relaxing in its own right, you can boost the effect by adding some sea salt and essential oils. Your feet will be as soft and tender as never before.

Give Yourself a Steam Treatment

Facial steam can make wonders to your skin, and the good news that it’s easy to do at home. All you need to do is clean your face thoroughly, boil some water (½ litre tends to be enough), select herbs and essential oils such as lavender, green tea, chamomile or mint, prepare a towel and get ready for your steam time.

Do Manicure and Pedicure

Unless you are one of those who cannot (or do not want to) master the art of DIY manicure and pedicure, this procedure is an absolute must for your at-home Spa day. Ideally, do your mani and pedi right after a hot bath. This way, you won’t have any problems removing your fingernail cuticles.

Try a Homemade Hair Mask

Before you get nerve-wrecked at the thought of finding and mixing some complicated ingredients, let me tell you there’s no need to worry. Something as simple as coconut oil can make your hair shiny and silky overnight.

Make Yourself a Green Smoothie

Or Lemon Water. Or anything else that will nourish your body with essential nutrients and vitamins, and will make you feel more energized and generally better. Needless to say, fresh juices will do the job too.

Turn Down the Lights and Use Candles

Thanks to our smart hormonal system, our body gets relaxed when there is no source of bright light around. That is why it is recommended to turn all the lights off when going to bed at night. To help yourself get calm and relaxed, replace the artificial light with the natural light of candles.

Soften Your Hands

If you have enough time and motivation, consider making a mask for your hands. If you’re too tired or just lazy (which is nothing to be ashamed of), take your favourite hand cream and massage your hands for at least 5 or 10 minutes.

As you see, it is not a rocket science to make your own Spa at home. All you need is some essential oils, fragrant flowers, hot water, and the desire to have a truly relaxing day spent at home.

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