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Hi, guys! Today, I am going to share my review on the box of goodies that I received from Ashtapathy Herbals almost a month ago. I have used each and every product from their collection and I feel I am ready to share my views on them. Are you guys ready?

Kerala is known for its lush greenery, beautiful landscapes and backwaters. Amongst everything, Kerala is famous for its Ayurveda treatment. The abundance of rare herbs with medicinal properties and the presence of the families that have been practising Ayurveda for centuries make Kerala a state where Ayurveda is a mainstream way of healing oneself. Ashtapathy Herbals pledges to deliver the secret traditional recipes of Ayurveda to you through their products within a very affordable price tag.

About Ashtapathy Herbals: In their own words,

“Harnessing tried and tested Ayurvedic beauty secrets is Ashtapathy. We are a firm that knows traditional beauty like no one else. In today’s times when purity in products is a rarity, Ashtapathy captures Ayurveda in its purest form and brings the same to you in a subtle way.  Go ahead and redefine beauty and purity in your heads; Ashtapathy Ayurveda is just what you are looking for.

Mission: To be committed towards bringing high quality, genuine Ayurveda products within everyone’s reach; to infuse traditional values of Ayurveda into modern living; to deliver 100% foolproof products of nature.

Vision: To earn satisfied customers who take Ashtapathy Ayurveda as the go-to place for every beauty needs and thus promulgate the goodness of this ancient science of Ayurveda.”

The entire range of Ashtapathy Herbals bath and body care contains five different products, three soaps and two shampoos-

  • Deva Thali Leaf Soap
  • Mud Soap- Luxury Herbal Body Care
  • Olive Soap-m Luxury Complexion Care
  • Deva Thali Shampoo
  • Mud Shampoo

Ashtapathy Herbals Bathing Bars

Ashtapathy Herbals Soaps Review

Price- Rs 70 for 100g

As I mentioned earlier, there are three soaps in this range- Deva Thali Soap, Mud Soap and Olive Soap. These soaps are made from pure coconut oil and 100% natural herbs with process rooted in tradition.

1. Deva Thali Leaf Soap

Ashtapathy Herbals Deva Thali Soap Review

Description: This is a refreshing herbal soap with the nourishing goodness of betel leaves. Other than effectively removing impurities from hair, it maintains and balances hair moisture. Also, a natural cleanser that removes dandruff and treats split ends and makes hair shiny and healthy. The Leaf soap looks after skin too. Moisturizing, whilst keeping skin smooth and clear.

2. Mud Soap

Ashtapathy Herbals Mud Soap Review

Description- For centuries, ‘Multani Mitti’ or ‘Fullers Earth’, has been trusted for skin care. ‘Multani Mitti’ is a natural cleansing agent absorbs and removes toxins from the body. This Mud Soap tackles excess oil, acne, blocked pores and hyper pigmentation. Resulting in brighter and more glowing skin.

3. Olive Soap

Ashtapathy Herbals Olive Soap Review

Description- Olive Oil, the beauty secret of beautiful women across the globe. It is one of the most natural ways to rejuvenate skin health. The soap is enriched with Olive and Coconut milk for smooth skin. Removing dryness, it keeps the skin radiant through out the day.

My Views on Ashtapathy Herbals Bathing Bars

Ashtapathy Herbals Bathing Bars Review

My first impression on these soaps is that they smell so good! They smell like raw natural/herbal product that they actually are. All the soaps are gentle on the skin and they do not dry out the skin. I would like to talk especially about the Olive Soap that was so smooth and it made my skin soft, supple and visibly healthy. I applied the Mud soap on the body as well as on my face and the result was amazing. The Multani mitti in the soap actually worked well on my oily t-zone and my face felt less oily for quite sometime after the wash. It did not strip off the skin making it dehydrated. The Deva Thali soap was an okayish soap, great for everyday essential use. It cleanses the skin very well giving it proper hydration. These soaps are not fast melting, they last for more than 15 days if properly used.

Ashtapathy Herbals Hair Cleansers

Ashtapathy Herbals Hair Cleansers Review

Price- Rs 125 for 100ml

The hair cleanser range is a Sulphate and Paraben free range of products made from 100% natural herbs based on ancient Ayurveda scriptures. This range has to shampoos- Deva Thali Shampoo and Mud Shampoo.

1. Deva Thali Shampoo

Description- A gentle herbal Cleanser enriched with the natural goodness of Hibiscus, Shikakai and Henna. Adding volume to your hair, it effectively tackles problems like premature greying, split ends, dandruff, dryness and hair damage. It is also an excellent conditioner that protects hair from daily damage.

2. Mud Shampoo

Description- A unique shampoo created with the tried and tested goodness of ‘Multani Mitti’ (Fullers Earth). Making it a natural cleanser that strengthens hair and enhances growth.Bringing about a natural shine along with lustre. Instilled with natural anti septic elements, here is an effective remedy for dandruff and split ends. It also tackles and removes excessive oil as well as toxins from scalp. Regular use makes hair radiant and beautiful. An ideal shampoo for everyday use.

My Views on Ashtapathy Herbals Hair Cleansers-

To be honest, I enjoyed using the Deva Thali shampoo more than the Mud shampoo. Although I have very oily scalp and the Mud shampoo did work on that but it also did tend to dry out my already dry hair. I have a combination hair type- my scalp is oily and hair is dry. So, if you have my type of hair, I would suggest you go for the Deva Thali shampoo instead of the Mud shampoo. The Deva Thali shampoo worked quite well on my hair. It cleansed the scalp, made the hair soft and shiny. Both of the shampoos did not cause hair fall during the shower. It felt really great to use pure and natural products on my hair after continuously treating it with chemicals.

Overall, I enjoyed using the Ashtapathy Herbals products. Their products are available exclusively at Shesha Beauty. A lot of you had asked me to review some new natural skin and hair care products on my Facebook Page, so here it is for you!

 


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Disclaimer- The product was sent by the brand in exchange for an honest review.

If you follow me on Snapchat, you’d know that I got inspired by Komal of MyHappinesz and tried baking a scrumptious Oreo cake. You’d have watched me use my new Tupperware Ultimo Speedy Chef to mix the cake batter. Now in this post, I’ll share the simple recipe with you and will let you know the features of the cute little device that I used. The recipe was originally published on POPxo‘s Facebook page. So, let’s get started-

5-Minute Oreo Cake

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Ingredients:

  • Oreo cookies (Choco Crème)- 20 pcs
  • Sugar (Powdered)- 2 tbsp
  • Baking Powder- 3/4 tsp
  • Milk- 1 cup

Method:

  • Break the biscuits into smaller pieces.
  • Take a food processor and grind the pieces.
  • Take it out in a bowl.
  • Add the sugar, baking powder and give it a stir.
  • Add milk and mix it well.
  • Pour the mixture into a baking dish.
  • Put it in the microwave for 5 minutes.
  • Voila, your 5-minute Oreo Cake is ready!

I mixed everything using my Tupperware Ultimo Speedy Chef which helped me mix everything easily and uniformly.

About Tupperware Ultimo Speedy Chef

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Baking Made Easy with Tupperware Ultimo Speedy Chef| Cherry On Top

Price- Rs 3800/-

Tupperware Ultimo Speedy Chef is such a fuss-free, easy-to-use kitchen tool for working men and women and also for those who don’t like to spend a lot of time in the kitchen and for those who are constantly in search of something that makes cooking easier. This small kitchen aid is dishwasher and microwave safe and takes very little space in your kitchen. It comes with an anti-skid foot ring. It also has measurements written on the body which is really helpful. This Speedy Chef is basically a manual whipping and whisking tool that could be used to beat eggs for omelettes, make mayonnaise, mix cake batter, whip fresh cream, whisk egg whites faster than your usual whisk and also, it is noise-free, unlike your electric beater. Obviously, it is not as fast as an electric beater but you can regulate how much smooth or coarse you want your mixture to be. Plus, it has a hole on the top of the handle which allows you to add flavourings while mixing or whisking anything. Here is all that you can do with your Tupperware Ultimo Speedy Chef-

  • Prepare whipped cream for decorating cakes and desserts. Add flavouring such as vanilla essence through the funnel.
  • Prepare light pancake batters, omelettes, mousses and other whisked desserts.
  • Prepare light mayonnaise or dips. Remove the cover and whisk in your favourite freshly chopped herbs and flavouring.
  • Prepare wonderfully light sponge cakes, pavlovas and meringues by beating up egg whites in the Speedy Chef.

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I hope you found the recipe simple and easy. If you make this don’t forget to share the images with me. Also, let me know what do you guys think about the Tupperware Ultimo Speedy Chef.

 

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

Hello, all!

I hope you have had a great Durga Puja and Navratri. Today, I am going to talk about a new cleanser that I have been using for the past couple of weeks. It is the Organic Harvest Masseuscious Damage Control Cleanser, which the brand has recently launched. Organic Harvest, a brand that can be relied on blindfolded for their exclusive recipes of skincare and haircare products, sent the product to me to use, review and share my experience with you. After using it for more than 15 days at a stretch, I think I am now able to let you know about this product. So, let’s jump into the review-

Price- Rs 1495/- for 150ml (5.07 FL. Oz)

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Packaging- Organic Harvest Masseuscious Damage Control Cleanser comes in a plastic bottle with a label on it containing all the details about the product and the company. The main attraction of this product lies within its dispensing system. It comes with a brush with ultra soft and flexible silicone bristles that is attached to a pump. This is the part that makes the cleanser most interesting.

Organic Harvest Masseuscious Damage Control Cleanser Review| Cherry On Top

Organic Harvest Masseuscious Damage Control Cleanser Review| Cherry On Top

Ingredients- Aqua, Organic Acai berry extract, Organic Decyl glucoside, Organic cocoamphodiacetate, Olive oil, Liquid shea butter and fragrance.

How to Use- You have to pump it to dispense the product out of the bottle. The pump dispenses the product out through the brush-head in the form of foam. So, you don’t have to lather the product up within your palms, the entire thing is done for you. When you see the product getting out of the bottle through the brush-head, you have to apply it onto your face with the brush. It is recommended to use in upward strokes in circular motions.

Organic Harvest Masseuscious Damage Control Cleanser Review| Cherry On Top

Organic Harvest Masseuscious Damage Control Cleanser Review| Cherry On Top

My Experience with Organic Harvest Masseuscious Damage Control Cleanser-

Ever since I received this product, I have been using it twice a day. It cleanses the face quite effectively without making it dry or stretchy. The shea butter and olive oil in it make sure your skin has the perfect balance of hydration even after washing it off. The brush that the product comes with is really helpful in order to get the cleanser work on your skin. It makes sure that the strokes are gentle and your skin is not irritated throughout the cleansing process. The silicone bristles are really soft on the skin so it does not trouble any existing acne on your face. This product works nicely on oily/combination skin, it is really effective in removing excessive oil from the face, leaving it oil-free for a long time.  I generally wake up with a greasy face every morning, but using this cleanser at night has made a difference. I don’t notice that much oiliness on my face when I wake up in the morning. Using this product in the morning helps me achieve a fresh look throughout the day. Although this cleanser works wonders in removing dirt and oiliness from your face, it barely does anything to reduce or remove acne. My face has been breaking out a lot lately so I can clearly tell that this cleanser has done nothing for my breakouts. I must use this for another couple of weeks and see if it prevents the appearance of acne or reduces the frequency. I will update you guys if anything like this happens.

Overall, I quite liked the Organic Harvest Masseuscious Damage Control cleanser. Being an Organic Harvest products, this cleanser has the benefit of plants so you don’t need to worry about the ingredients. The ingredients are 100% safe. The attached brush is an added benefit as it massages the product with the right amount of pressure as well as it gently exfoliates your skin while cleansing. I really liked the idea. The only thing bothered me is the price. I think it is a bit expensive for some. Other than that, I liked this product and I will recommend this to you guys.

Thanks for reading the entire review. If you liked then please do share it with your friends and family. I will be back with a new post soon. Till then be safe & keep smiling!

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

India is a country that is famous for its cultural diversity. The unity in diversity is what makes India worth living and loving. Despite the diversity in culture, food habits, clothing, languages, what is common in all the Indians is their love for food. All Indians (let’s say most Indians) are born foodies and it is the mixed culture that is the reason behind the vast range of delicacies.

The only obstacle between the food and us is  the distance between states. I am a Bengali but sometimes all I want is to try sweets other than Roshogollas and Sandeshes. As an example, I always wanted to try the Pethas  and the Karachi halwa. I know there are a lot of recipes that could be tried but I wanted to feel the essence of an area through their food which is impossible when you try cooking from a recipe book. Food is not just to be tasted but to be perceived.

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PlaceofOrigin.in is a site that pledges to decrease the distance between the states by delivering your favourite food to your doorstep. It’s not always possible for us to travel thousands of miles to satisfy our taste buds. This is where PlaceofOrigin is significant. This website has thousands of different foods across categories. They have sweets, snacks and staples like coffee, tea, spices, pickles etc. They have also introduced a special ‘Mango Treats’ category, especially for this season.

PlaceofOrigin.in has 100+ distinguished speciality food brands that are committed to delivering tasty and fresh food across the country. PlaceofOrigin delivers to 20 Indian states and hundreds of cities. Although they do not deliver to my pin code yet. The payment methods are similar to any other website- Net banking and debit and credit cards. They do not have cash on delivery yet.

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Overall, I am really excited about this site because now I can taste all the sweets that I always wanted to try. I want to thank PlaceofOrigin.in for creating such an amazing site to supporting the culture by bridging different cultures and uniting Indian.

Tell me your views on PlaceofOrigin.in. Do you like the idea?

Hey all!

I am here again to present to you the videos I made while using the Hamilton Beach Espresso Maker. Also, here is an unboxing video for you too. This will help you to understand the functions better. I have also showed you a recipe of Cold Coffee my style! Check that out and let me know whether you liked it or not.


Easy-Peasy Cold Coffee Recipe

Ingredients: Instant coffee, sugar, water, milk, ice-cubes
Method: Make your espresso first. If you are using a coffee-maker or any espresso-maker then there is no hassle but if not then simply mix your instant coffee with hot water to make the espresso manually. Then add some sugar (as per your taste. I like my cold coffee less sweetened), cold milk and stir it till sugar gets dissolved into the coffee mixture. Add some ice-cubes to make it really cold. You can add a scoop of vanilla ice-cream to it to make it much more exciting! 
I hope this seemed easy for you. Make it at home and let me know how it turned out! 
P.S.- I apologize for the poor editing. I have not edited a video in my lifetime and I have just started trying it. So, please do forgive me. 
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