Beauty and Fashion obsessions

Ryaal Black Mess to clear your mess!

2018-08-08T02:33:00.001-07:00

Hi Girls,

This time its been really long since i have posted; its been weeks struggling or should i say 'juggling' between job, family, health, my passion and my learning. its obviously not easy when you are forced to prioritize and just thrive on those, leaving your passion behind. All these days i have been wandering that how others are coping up with such struggles with the fact that everyone has one or the other troubles in their life still, they are able to make it.

May be they are able to push themselves to a little more extent, probably more than i do.

But I am back...with a promise with myself that I would prioritize but with No compromise.

And this time its with an amazing product i have been using since past few months. if You are always in combat with your ugly acne and marks left behind & you hardly have time to go for full fledged facials/treatments...I have got something for you.

I am a mess myself but promise to leave your skin mess free

Anti Acne Gel: Tvakh Vs Biotique

2018-06-20T12:08:00.000-07:00

The most annoying thing for a skin freak like me....Acne.

I guess this is probably a never ending search where I may not be able to find a complete cure to my deadly cystic acne and these adult acne ...is a pain.

But what i have observed so far is that natural, organic and chemical free treatments works..although a gradual process which takes its own time but it does.

With the new organic natural brands blooming in India, have got ample of chances to try.

So today its not just a brand but a specific concern- yes its Acne. This word ' Acne ' & 'Gel' grabs my attention everytime i am looking for my skincare stuff.

So in a shopping frenzy, I got to grab two of such products but from different brands-

1. Biotique Bio Chlorophyll oil free anti acne gel (199 for 50 gms)

2. Tvakh Magnolia and Chaulmogra oil free anti acne gel(585 for 30 gms)

Tvakh 5% Vitamin C Glow Booster Exfoliating Water

2018-05-25T23:40:00.003-07:00

Tvakh 5% Vitamin C Glow Booster is a leave on Exfoliating Water that fights mild to moderate acne, scars and uneven skin tone unveling visibly glowing and radiant complexion. Water light formula that exfoliates built up dead skin that can clog pores, in the most gentle, non-abrasive way. Harnessed with vitamin C, Tea tree oil and Glycolic acid that works to create a younger appearance with diminishing fine lines and reducing pore size and purifying the skin of residue and built up in the most gentle way possible.

Freeman Feeling Beautiful Polishing Charcoal + Black Sugar Gel mask and Scrub: Review

2018-04-25T09:22:00.000-07:00

Every time I typed on my search bar- 'best charcoal mask' and this appeared in every next recommendation.

Yup, I am talking about a Scrub cum mask and as the charcoal is trend in skin care these days. Although I keep dabbling with my DIY's and after recently discovering the cheapest mask, I am back with another commercial one.

It is Freeman Feeling Beautiful Polishing Charcoal + Black Sugar Gel mask and Scrub.

Pollution,,,debris...its a wonder skin can breathe! This unique mask and scrub works double time to detoxify skin. Activated Charcoal purifies skin without over-drying while Black Sugar helps to exfoliate dulling skin cells for softness and clarity. Perfect for all skin types.

Price- 434 INR for 175 ml of tube.

Availability- Easily available online. I got this from Amazon. You can buy here.

Aura Vedic Kumkumadi Oil for Face & Body

2018-04-12T21:33:00.000-07:00

Aura Vedic Kumkumadi Oil for Face & Body

Facial is probably one of the most popular skin treatments in Beauty Salons and has become an integral part of beauty Regime. Although I have not been to Facials frequently, reason being I was not sure if this would treat or aggravate my skin problems. Their Sooo enormously creamy massages and heavy scrubs were actually led me withdrew everytime.

But recently while I was introduced to Oils and Aroma Therapy with Essential Oils, I found that Facial Oils are one of the best ways not only to clean but rejuvenate the skin. Initially I was only sticking to my DIY Face Oils for Cleansing and Massage. But recently gave a try to one of my most trusted Ayurvedic Brands- AURA VEDIC.

I have been using their Oils, masks, gels etc but was dying to try their Kumkumadi Oil. So here is my review of Aura Vedic Kumkumadi Oil.

Price- 250 INR for 100ml.

Availability- available on all online stores. I bought this one from Amazon.

Claims, Usage and Ingredients-

Nicka K Microfine Artliner: Review and Swatches

2018-03-22T10:29:00.002-07:00

I had just entered my office and a friend asked- what happened, Is everything OK?

Yup- I said, But Why are you asking this??

You are looking so dull and sad, probably not feeling well?

No, I am all Ok and then I rushed to Washroom to see whats wrong with my face.

I realised that it was my eyes, my bare eyes without liner and kajal .......

Immediately I lined up my eyes and came out. Instantly the friend told that we are not in habit of seeing your bare eyes. We love your colour kholed eyes and the way you play with colours.

Is this a common story with you too??

Today I will be reviweing one of the current liners I am using frequently and still did not realised that it has not been reviewed on the blog. I am talking about -

Nicka K Microfine Artliner in Navy Blue.

Nicka K is one of the popular cosmetic brand from New York , known for its affordable range and Nykaa brought this in India with their extensive range on their shelf.

Price- 350 INR (get this at discounted price at Nykaa)

Tvakh: Skin Care sans Chemicals - Haul & first Impressions

2018-02-27T04:45:00.001-08:00

Designed to maintain the Body’s Natural responses in a very Natural way. We are a brand trusted for formulating products with NO PARABENS, NO PHTHALATES, NO GMO and other toxic ingredients. We endeavor to produce most effective products with the highest quality ingredients, precious plant extracts, magical oils and potent cosmeceuticals.

This is one such brand which took me no time to entice- 100% natural, plant based and completely free of chemicals. Actually I was so tempted to so many of their products but then my skin type is something which always controls my temptations.

So after reading lot of views and reviews online , decided to take my picks-

1. Tvakh 5% Vitamin C Glow Booster Exfoliating Water

2. Tvakh Under Eye Contour Gel

3. Tvakh Magnolia and Chaulmogra oil free Anti Acne gel

and above all, first purchases from the company website will get 10% flat discount and orders above 500 would be shipped free along with free samples. What else a skin care freak would look for in a first trial product???

Ayush from Hindustan Lever; Haul and mini Reviews

2018-02-24T09:21:00.001-08:00

Hi All,

its the weekend and I'm back on my blogger desk...whats up today???

its a little about one of my recent hauls. Its from one of the recently launched personal care range from HLL. Its Ayush!! Although AYUSH in India refers to Ministry of Indian Medicine and Homeopathy which recently adopted this name; created in March 1995 and renamed as Department of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy (AYUSH) in November 2003. But Why I wanted to try this- reasons....

firstly its the first AYURVEDIC range from the brand

secondly wanted to check out if its truly Ayurvedic and Organic too???

Also every product has been claimed to have some reliable age old ayurvedic ingredient like turmeric, saffron, Rock salt, Ghee etc and they have made sure to associate each product with one of the known ayurvedic formulations like Nalpamaradi Oil, Kumkumadi oil, Arimedas Oil etc

So HLL also adopted this name to give an ethnic or Indian origin to the brand. so lets see what all i could grab and whats my view about them.

Most Inexpensive Charcoal Mask ...for acne prone and oily skin!

2018-02-13T07:57:00.000-08:00

Lately i had been reading so much about Charcoal and its skin care benefits.

Charcoal has the capacity to pull out all types of bacteria, poisons, chemicals, dirt and other micro-particles to the surface of skin, This helps the skin get rid of all the toxins and to achieve a flawless complexion and fight acne. Charcoal is not absorbed by the body, but it can be used to treat some poisonous bites and disinfect some wounds. Activated charcoal powder is proven to adsorb thousands of times its own mass in harmful substances, which makes it a popular ingredient in facial masks.

While I was searching for some good charcoal, came across thousands of brands and options online. But then I was looking something handy and easily available. I could recollect my aunt using charcoal as tooth powder. So my hunt for Charcoal started with my local provision store. All what i could easily find this-

Bhrangamalakadi Organic Hair oil from Khandige

2018-02-08T08:40:00.002-08:00

All ready with your favourite dress and makeup but just a moment...Hairs???

dont know how to manage those thining frizzy hairs????sigh!!!

I had those voluminous curly tressess long enough to envy my friends and Me?..Never ever thought that they are so precious. Till i started loosing them and now trying to recall all home remedies and therapies and what not to STOP that scary hairfall.

I wont say that home remedies and Treatments do not work but the most important thing is

What you eat and what is your routine? Along with what all you do to nourish your scalp and hairs???

So here lie the answer- a balanced diet, Lots of fluid intake and also a little pampering!

My pampering sessions are on weekends when i try my DIY hair Oils, Hair Masks, Hair Serums and so on.

But lately when Khandige people contacted me to try their hair oil- Bhrangamalakadi hair oil, I was more than happy as I was already too impressed with their Kumkumadi Face oil and which has become one of my staples in skin care.

Lets see, its been a month I am using Khandige Bhrangamalakadi organic hair oil and so here is my view about the oil.

Khadi Natural- Jasmine Soap

2018-02-01T22:38:00.000-08:00

Hi All,

You must be observing while reading my last few posts that I am going on with more skin care posts and reviews- reason being i am concentrating more on being healthy with glowing skin. Probably makeup would even not work without a healthy skin. So lets make our health and skin better.

Moving with the flow, here is review of one more worth mentioning product from the most applicable category- Bath and Body.

Its Khadi Natural Jasmine Soap. Actually while my visit to D Mart. I found that they have for the first time have got Khadi Soaps on their shelves. So i picked two- Jasmine Soap and Lemon Soap. But in excitement to try I opened the lemon soap first and soon got over so sould review it on time.

But ...I made sure to let you through my experience with Khadi Natural Jasmine Soap.

Price- 125 gms of bar for 70 INR. Easily Available online and on retail counters too.

Ingredients- Complete list with % mix is not there. Its only Key Ingredients mentioned on Label- Jasmine, Wheatgerm Oil, Glycerine and Vegetable Oils.

Khadi is known for its herbal formulations and their soaps are not exceptions and the label mentions about the formula clinically proven, Dermatologiaclly tested and GMP, Ayush certified but a complete list of ingredients would be appreciated.

Khadi Jasmine Soap is a gentle cleansing soap with the wonderful scent of the jasmine flower, the well known therapeutic properties of jasmine are beneficial for all skin types- dry, oily and sensitive.

Skin Care Haul- The Body Shop, Farsali- First Impressions

2018-01-17T03:00:00.000-08:00

Hi Girls,

Past few weeks has really been hectic as i was too occupied travelling but then my favourite escape to the boredom and monotony was (and would always be) online shopping.

Was excited to see year end sale offers & discounts so some of the picks were like...lures and while others were new and some were on my wishlist.

Lets see some of them which i have in my bucket..

1. The Body Shop Haul- This was like the one most awaited one. flat 50% off sale on The Body SHop site!!!. There were real good products on offer and it was difficult to choose few but then after a lot of random thoughts i picked-

a. The Body Shop Oils of Life Intensely Revitalising Sleeping Cream (INR 2495 for 80ml)

I bought this as i was looking for a good Night cream which addresses my Acne prone skin and aging concerns. i was all done with my Kama Ayurveda Night Cream and it worked amazingly well on my skin so that i had too high expectations for others to match. But then Oils of Life was a good deal at flat 50% off although I was eyeing Tea Tree Anti Imperfection mask along with The Charcoal Mask but then its better not to be greedy...hehehe.

My first Impressions- Nice gel cream with pleasant aroma; is so calming and soothing for face. Have used it for 5-10 days and always woke up with plumped, hydrated and glowing skin. No side effects so far.

Vinotherapy: Antioxidant Rich Moisturizer from GRAVITALE!

2018-01-14T23:40:00.000-08:00

Hi Girls...Boys too ☺☺

Today I am back with one of my recent skin care favourite....an organic natural formula to take care of skin hydration without any possible harm or side-effect.

If you have read my previous post on Gravitale Revitalizing Skin Gel. It was my first product from Gravitale. And believe me, my love for the product grew day by day with every use. So when came to know about their second launch- Gravitale Anti Oxidant Rich Moisturizer, was sure to give a try.

Rich in Antioxidants, This product brightens the skin, scavenges free radicals, protects against environmental pollutants, and maintains skin firmness and elasticity. Suitable for all skin types

Price- INR 799 for 50gms of the tube. Pricey!!! You can buy this from purplle.

Packaging- Easy Squeezy tube in whites and blacks; accentuated with colourful images of grapes. Just screw off the cap and don't even need to squeeze, thick white cream comes out in flow. Super duper cool to carry in your bag.

The Nalpamaradi Thailam for your skin- Kairali Ayurvedic

2018-01-03T03:05:00.002-08:00

Hi Girls,

The more I am delving in organic and natural ways of SKin care, more I go close to Oils. I have oils for every kind of skin care need, be it for face- anti aging, acne or for body, nails and obviously for hairs too.

You can say, my day starts with oils and ends with it and still my hunger to try oils and concoctions is still not satiated.

If you remember how i raved about Eladi Tailam and have been using this since quite long. Firstly it was with Auravedic and Kairali Ayurvedics.

This would be my third purchase from Kairali after Facial oil. While repurchasing the Eladi oil from Kairali, came across Nalpamaradi Thailam which is again considered to be one of the most effective formula to combat skin infections and also for brightening and glowing properties. So there was a bottle in my hand !

Price- INR 130 for 200ml of oil.

Can be purchased online here from company website and also available on 1mg.com too.

A special medicated oil prepared exclusively for skin care. The base oil used is Coconut oil, which by nature has several properties to protect and pamper skin. Itching, burning sensation, redness of skin, infections which causes irritations on the skin surface etc are cured with appropriate use of Nalpamaradi Thailam. Apart from being special oil for skin diseases, this particular Thailam serves the purpose of a preventive measure against skin anomalies, if used regularly. Nalpamaradi Thailam is effective against pitha dominated lesions that affect the skin and is also widely used among children.

The Body Shop Rainforest Moisture Shampoo

2017-11-23T23:57:00.000-08:00

Hi All,

Reading the title you might have got it...its The Body Shop day today.

If you have read last few posts, I had discussed how I got my TBS Rainforest Conditioner accidently and how I missed ordering the TBS Rainforest Shampoo.

The Body Shop, obviously need no introduction but still if you are new to this, let me tell you TBS is an international skincare and cosmetics brand started by Anita Roddick which was later purchased by Loreal, known for its vegan beauty products made from all natural ingredients sourced from community trade with a strong commitment towards protecting the planet and standing firm against animal testing.

So today when I am over with my TBS Rainforest Moisture Shampoo, guess its right time to present my views-

Price- 790 INR for 250 ml of shampoo. Available on company site, nykaa and Amazon.

I purchased it from outlet at Indore, a little haul.

LA Colors Matte Lipstick in Mad Love: Review & Swatches

2017-11-14T02:28:00.000-08:00

Hi Everyone,

Recently i have developed affinity for pinks-purples and have bought several of my stuff including makeup in the colour. Guess this is my transition from nudes to bright shades and i could not believe it looked good and earned several compliments...

so continuing with my purple fever i am sharing one of the pretty purple-pink lipstick from a new brand. This is LA colors matte lipstick in shade MAD LOVE.

LA Colors is brand which claims to be fun, fearless cosmetic brand known for its quality and affordable makeup range which is not tested on animals. This is my first ever encounter with the brand.

Gravitale!...skin care from Blue Mountain Vineyards-Revitalizing Skin Gel

2017-11-01T01:09:00.000-07:00

Ten years ago, we acquired land in the heart of one of the most pristine places in the world – the Blue Mountains (Niligiris) of South India. We had the beginnings of a dream – one inspired by the beauty and nature surrounding us – to create something inimitable, born out of the Blue Mountains and, if our experiment proved successful, take it to the world.

This vision led -Advika Kumari to present a revolutionary product in skin care harnessing age old indian philosophy and vinotherapy. Yes, i am talking about GRAVITALE.

It has recently ventured in Indian market and available on Purplle.com.

Today i will be reviewing its first ever product- Gravitale Revitalizing Skin Gel:

A jelly-like, multipurpose exfoliant with actual crushed grapes – skins and seeds included – and without any granules or harsh scrubbing particles. “one and done” product that exfoliates, nourishes, brightens, soothes, hydrates, tightens, softens, and improves skin metabolism all at once, with minimal effort on your part.

AVON Nutra effects Active Seed Complex- Ageless Multi-Action Cream spf 20

2017-09-25T04:00:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone,

AVON is not a new name in India, the only other brands to enter India along with Oriflame with Multi Level Marketing concept and has developed good consumer base with its quality products.

It was a new chapter with their entrance on online shopping sites, so an easy access to the products. Heard good reviews about their new Range- Nutra-Effects. Was looking a good day cream for my Man- something hydrating yet with sun protection and anti ageing effects too. Obviously Multi Action!!!

So I ordered this AVON Nutra effects Active Seed Complex- Ageless Multi-Action Cream spf 20 from Nykaa.

Price- INR 629 for 50 gms. Easily available on online and retail counters. Grab this on festive discounts going on....

As the site says-

Quick Overview

With SPF 20 & broad spectrum UVA/UVB, protects skin from sun damage, provides upto 48 hours of hydration and restores skin youthfulness.

Inatur Charcoal Face Cleanser

2017-09-20T10:24:00.000-07:00

The new secret for your skin that deeply cleanses, detoxifies and heals it from within, freeing it from impurities and making it soft and radiant.

Hi Girls,

Today I am talking about one more face cleanser from an Indian Brand- Inatur. The brand committed to natural and ethical skin care and has a vast range of specialized skin care products.

From a variety of cleansers, a gel cleanser that too with charcoal as a main ingredient was a great option to try for my oily to combination skin. so I bought- Inatur Charcoal Face Cleanser.

Ingredients- Active Herbs-

Charcoal Powder-1000mg

Charcoal Face Cleanser is infused with Charcoal powder- that is proven to absorb multiple times its own mass in harmful substances like toxins, impurities, bacteria and dirt and helps fight acne.

Juicy Chemistry- Helichrysum and Rosehip Cell Reconstruction Serum

2017-09-18T00:07:00.001-07:00

JC serums are concentrated oils that work their magic by penetrating deep into the skin. Packed with anti-oxidants, vitamins, and omega-3 & 6 fatty acids our serums work by repairing and rejuvenating the skin to give it a healthy boost. The intensive blend of nutrient rich essential oils helps target skin concerns to achieve a radiant flawless skin.

This is what the brand claims about their Face Oils aka serums in their words. The Brand?-

its Juicy Chemistry.

Its been more than 6 months i am using this serum from Juicy Chemistry and now I can say I am in a position to give my verdict on the product. But you would ask why such a long period???

Actually the day since product is in my hands, have been using intermittantly and that took me so long to come a conclusion. I will tell the story but lets first see what the product is all about-

Name - Juicy Chemistry- Helichrysum and Rosehip Cell Reconstruction Serum

Quantity- 10 ml

Jasco Aloe Vera Bathing Bar- enriched with Lemongrass

2017-09-12T00:24:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone,

Today I will be reviewing one of the recent Bath and Body product I have tried from Not-so-popular brand. This is Jasco, company involved in organic products made of Aloe Vera and Gooseberry produced in their farms.

I have previously used their Aloevera Gel and still using their Trifala Juice but not tried any of their skin care products. When I saw the soap at one of the local store, sniffed it and the enchanting lemongrass fragrance was something to try for.

So here is the review of the Soap- Jasco Aloe Vera Bathing Bar- enriched with Lemongrass

Price- 99 INR for 100 gms. Its available on local counters in Indore but you buy them through their site- www.Jasco.in. You can find details of otherv variants available like Shea Butter Soap, Orange Soap, Green Tea Soap but i could not find the same information properly on the site. I tried contacting the company people but could not talk to them.

BBLUNT Salon Secrets- Have you seen The New! mini hair pack

2017-09-05T01:32:00.001-07:00

Hi All,

Hair colour is although not something i am yet into, not because i do not have greys but I am little scared to loose my original hair colour which I love so much.

But I have my Man...Who uses hair colour and have been using BBLUNT since the time its introduced in the market. if you have still not read my last post on BBLUNT Salon Secrets Hair Colour, read to know how it worked!

The Body Shop Satsuma Body Mist

2017-09-02T01:48:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone,

I am actually getting quite irregular with my blogging routine...

To tell you the fact, I am too disappointed with the BLOGGER platform and has been facing several issues making me frustrated and demotivated to blog...despite i have several...several posts to publish, BUT????

what to do, im in still in a jeopardy although damage is already done.

Anyways, lets get back to something exciting, it is one of the products from the very famous brand- The Body Shop.

This is The Body Shop Satsuma Body Mist...

if you have read few of my last posts, you would remember my Body Shop Haul. This is one of the products I had bought..

When I was looking for some new good fragrances for coming monsoon, I was having a fruit floral inclination but since i had never tried any of the TBS fragrances so was trying all possible ones on the shelf.

As soon as their SA made me sniff the Satsuma range, I immediately picked Body Mist as I prefer Body mists as compared to perfumes. so here is my view on this..

Lux Soft Touch- Moisturizing Body Wash

2017-08-12T09:10:00.001-07:00

Hi Girls,

Today I will be sharing my views about one of the recent skin care product- its a bath product, a body wash.

This is a moisturizing body wash, Lux Soft Touch.

Bathe in the irresistible scent of French Roses with LUX Soft Touch. Formulated with breakthrough Floral Fusion™ Oil, this fine fragrance body wash will captivate your senses with twice the perfume bloom of real flowers.

Beautify your skin with this Soft Touch Body Wash from LUX. Formulated with strawberry cream and silk protein extracts, this enticing body wash hydrates your dry skin cells and keeps you refreshed and rejuvenated throughout the day. It locks the moisture in your skin by forming a light creamy layer that keeps your skin's natural softness protected. It contains silk protein extracts that can seep to your innermost skin cells to nurture them, giving you soft and supple skin.

Facial Oil: Kaircin from Kairali Ayurvedic

2017-07-26T23:43:00.001-07:00

Hi All,

While sharing my Great Grand Mother's beauty secrets, my grandmother used to tell that how she used to apply things available in kitchen like butter milk for cleansing and detaning, Ghee for hair massage and Almond oil for skin.

She was very particular about applying ghee/almond oil to skin to keep it healthy and glowing. Later I also started using oils and found how good they are contrary to the usual belief that they may harm oily/acne prone skin. Infact my skin is far better since i have started using oils on face.

I usually keep one or two kinds of facial oils along with several carrier and essential oils for my own DIY's for face oils. I can say i cant think of day going out or sleeping without ,my favourite oils on my face.

So today again i am sharing one of the recent face oil i have tried and tested- it is Kaircin from Kairali Ayurvedics.

If you are following my blog posts, you must have read about Eladi Thaliam from Kairali which became an absolute favourite as body oil. Even I have tried the oil on face too and it worked really well. SO this prompted me to try their Face Oil- Kaircin.

Price- INR 700 for 10ml. Available online on purplle and the company website.

Company Claims and Usage Directions-