My Glossy Affair

Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser - For Oily or Acne Prone Skin

2017-06-20T04:07:00.000-07:00

All those who are regular on my blog know how madly I am in love with this cleanser. I have used many other skin cleansers and face washes too, some I got for review and some as gift, some I purchased but none of them has replaced this one till date.

Let us know why I love this one!!

What the brand says:

Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser provides effective cleansing for combination to oily and blemished skin. It's gentle foaming action helps remove oil, dirt, skin debris and makeup without leaving your skin dry that results from soap-based cleansers. It is specially formulated to remove all the excess oil without affecting your skin barrier. For all those who don't know, skin acts as a barrier, keeping moisture inside so it is important for a cleanser to work without compromising the skin barrier.

Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser does not clog pores and is recommended to be used in conjunction with acne medication.

Directions to use:

Take small amount of cleanser and massage onto wet skin. Rinse with water.

Packaging:

Cetaphil cleanser comes in an off white plastic bottle with a pump nozzle, which makes it really easy to use without creating the mess. As you can see in the pics.

Ingredients:

Price:

$16.49 AUD

My Views on Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser:

As a teenager I faced severe acne and for this reason, I visited many dermatologists and tried many home remedies too. Then someone recommended me this face wash/cleanser. Since that day I have never looked back. I am not saying that I got rid of all the acne and pimples because of this but this definitely helped reducing the problem to a great extent. When I use this, no new acne or pimple erupts. Old pimples get dried slowly and just go away. Once I had severe acne marks and now they have reduced so much. Though it is not because of this cleanser but my skin has simply healed over time and since no new pimples erupt, healing becomes better.

The texture of this cleanser is on liquid side and a very little quantity is required for full face, say a single pump with little pressure. It spreads easily and washes off equally easily. It lathers well, removes all dirt and grime and leaves skin soft and smooth, doesn't make it dry at all. It doesn't have a scent.

If you have applied waterproof makeup, then you need to remove that with cotton and oil or makeup remover. But for normal makeup, this cleanser is capable of fully removing it and not even a trace is left. It leaves my skin squeaky clean and radiant. I am impressed at how well it removes all the makeup without any effort.

If you too are facing severe acne then this cleanser is for you but you also need to follow a skin care routine to end your acne problem. I have discussed my Skin Care Routine in detail sometime back, you can read it here.

Pros :

The best cleanser for oily skin. It is my HG.
No noticeable fragrance.
Helps combat acne and pimples effectively.
Leaves skin soft and smooth.
Not drying.
Cost effective.
Removes makeup, dirt and grime effectively.
Little quantity required.
Non comedogenic.
Suitable for all skin types.
pH balanced.
Travel friendly packaging.
Soap free.
Dermatologist recommended.

Cons :

Oh, no con at all. All love. Earlier, availability was an issue but now, you can readily get it at chemist shops or Cetaphil's website or Nykaa etc. Just got for authenticated sources as dupes always outnumber originals :)

Overall Rating :

5/5

Basically, this Cetaphil Oily skin Cleanser calms down my super active oil glands. No new acne or pimples erupt when I use this. My skin is now totally clean and clear. It is my HG cleanser for all weathers. I love it, I adore it. I never let it end, always stock it up in advance.

I would suggest all oily skin beauties and fellas to go for it. It never fails. And my dry skin friends, go for Cetaphil for Sensitive Skin.

Oh, you can always thank me later :*

Seer Secrets Smoky Rose Geranium Hydrating Soy Milk Enzyme Body Cleanser Review

2017-06-08T10:40:00.005-07:00

Heya lovelies :)

Hope all is well!!

All my readers know that I am a body wash lover and always prefer body gels over soaps. I keep on trying new and natural body washes. Today I am here with the review of a new body wash which contains all natural products and is owned by Seer Secrets.

This is what I got from them -

For all those who are wondering about the name of the brand, it is a debut in the world of body washes. Seer secrets is a company based on values, ethics and life of sages, seers and clairvoyants. It marks to deliver products based on rare herbs and formulations by ascetics from around the world.

What the brand says:

Seer secrets is a company which aims to endeavor holistic wholesome wellness through the secrets passed on by the seers. Its vision is to provide all of these upward living and wellness experience one could get by holding what is existentially true.

Seer secrets evolves around the notion of simple living & high thinking. It brings you the sheer secrets from around the world , as we manufacture from India, which has been pivotal in its role to provide rare herbs back from the early ages of silk route, incense route.

Some points from brand itself about Smoky Rose Geranium Hydrating Soy Milk Enzyme Body Cleanser-

Smoky Rose Geranium Hydrating Soy Milk Enzyme Body Cleanser - serves as a detoxifying agent, controlling acne and protecting skin infections.
Soy Protein based cleanser - create rich, luxurious foam and gently repairs skin burns leaving the skin moisturized.
Naturally derived, non-toxic, hypoallergenic, vegan, gluten-free, biodegradable, NO triclosan, sulfates (SLS, SLES, SCS), formaldehyde, salicylates, parabens, phosphates, MEA, DEA, TEA, petroleum-based ingredients or dyes. Never Tested on Animals; Made in the India!
Suitable for all skin types and Paraben free. Our Smoky Rose Geranium Hydrating Soy Milk Enzyme Body Cleanser is gentle enough to use every day. Lose yourself in a hydrating shower moment and awaken your senses in your shower.
It clears up acne, prevents wrinkles, improves skin elasticity and protects from skin infections.

Packaging:

It comes in a transparent plastic bottle with a pump dispenser.The bottle clearly shows the quantity and the pump is also good quality. It has inbuilt twist-up locking system to prevent those accidental spills and falls.

Ingredients:

The main active ingredients are -

Price:

Rs. 599/- for 250ml but you can easily get it on discount on Amazon.

My Views on Seer Secrets Smoky Rose Geranium Hydrating Soy Milk Enzyme Body Cleanser:

I got this body cleanser from the brand to try out. Since I am a lover of body cleansers and roses, I picked up this one from their huge range and ingredients of body cleansers. And I loved it. A little quantity goes a long way and it leaves my skin so soft and smooth and moisturized!!

This body cleanser contains all the natural herbs and ingredients like rose extract and geranium essential oil, and doesn't contain any harsh chemicals or ingredients, no parabens etc., so I tried this on my kids too. My son is only 5yr old but very peculiar about the colour and smell of body wash. But my son really liked it except the smell. Same is with me. It has very, I mean very strong aroma. The smell may be unbearable by many. It leaves the skin very hydrated and moisturized and you may notice improvised skin texture. I have used this body cleanser for both my kids and it has left their skin well hydrated and soft and smooth.

I recently went to Mukteshwar (Nainital) in summer holidays and carried this beauty along. Since it is a cold place and morning and evening still demand woolens while Delhi is scorching at 46 deg Celsius, this body cleanser worked wonders there too. We all used it and no one was disappointed. Now thats how a product should fare!!

Pros:

All natural ingredient list, no harsh chemicals.
No parabens.
Contains goodness of geranium essential oil, rose extract, soy protein and coconut derivatives.
Good for skin infections, burns, acne, detoxification.
Gluten free, vegan, sulphate free, non-toxic, hypoallergenic.
Not tested on animals.
Prevents wrinkles while maintaining skin elasticity.
Keeps skin soft, smooth and well moisturized.

Cons:

The aroma is too bold for my senses.

Seer Secrets Neroli and White Tea Refreshing Soy Milk Enzyme Body Cleanser -

Then this another small cute sample size bottle of body cleanser which contains neroli and white tea as its main ingredients. It is also hydrating enough and does the job amazingly well. Though the aroma is again very bold and not that likeable to my senses. But since the good properties, I don't complain!!

Seer Secrets Labdanum & Patchouli Smoothening Yogurt Enzyme Body Cleanser -

Again a concoction of all good ingredients, this body cleanser is my favourite amongst all. Coconut, aqua, patchouli, labdanum, amla & ritha extracts plus yogurt and lactic acid. Is there any reason not to like it!! On top of it, it smells good too. I love this one. No doubt it leaves my skin super smooth and moisturised. I will surely get a full sized one of this for me when I finish all the stuff.

And now some cuteness :)

Meet my darling daughter - Sehar :)

Overall Rating -

4.5/5

I totally recommend these lovely body cleanser. These not only boast of great ingredients but are free of any harmful chemical and parabens and toxins. I would surely repurchase these for me and my family.

Fruits and Nourishment for our Hair

2017-06-06T17:00:00.000-07:00

Hello lovelies

A quick intro and unboxing post today :)

Have you ever thought about the relation between fruits and hair!!

A plain meal doesn’t suffice our dietary needs including that extra edge through fruits is almost essential. Along with a complete body growth our hair too needs the fruit nutrients, especially the scalp. A few fruits mentioned below give the best of benefits to our hair by giving it that beautiful glamorous gleam. It not only makes it stronger but also provides it with a natural glow.

Which Fruits and why –

· Olive – Olives are rich in vitamins A, E and antioxidants, that help protect the keratin in hair and seals in moisture.

· Mosambi – Mosambi contains vitamins that strengthen hair and is also used for the treatment of split ends and dandruff.

· Green Apple – Green Apples are packed with vitamins and minerals that help promote hair growth.

· Orange – Oranges are natural conditioners with numerous benefits from its pulp, juice and even the peels.

· Anaar (Pomegranate) – Anaar is rich in essential fatty acids and puninic acid, that strengthens the dull strands and gives hair a natural gloss.

· Strawberry – Strawberries have antioxidants that keep hair moisturised, shiny and smooth.

Ok, now comes the turn for a surprise. See, what I got from Hair & Care. A lovely surprise hamper with prettiest tiara I have ever seen!!

A pretty box –

And a super pretty tiara -

Did you notice all sort of cute fruits on the tiara? This time, its not flower tiara but a Fruit Tiara and a gorgeous one at that!!

A contest with exciting goodies is coming up soon. Stay tuned for more :)

Love to all

Charu :)