FACE SHOP SHEET MASKS REVIEW!!!

WHITE TEA

THE BLANC

This mask is drenched in white tea serum that gives the face a glow and brightens it. Leaves skin with an even tone.

GREEN TEA

THE VERT

This mask enriched with green tea extracts soothes skin irritated by environment stressors. Leaves skin feeling refreshed, fresh and rejuvenated.

BLUEBERRY

BLEUET

This mask replenishes skin's moisture leaving it soft and supple. A must for dry skin issues.

HONEY

MIEL

This mask contains honey due to which it adds radiance to the skin. Enriched with vitamins and minerals that makes your skin feel hydrated and fresh.

LEMON

CITRON

The lemon essence in the mask helps to cure pigmentation issues. Gives a healthy glow to dull looking skin.

CUCUMBER

CONCOMBRE

This mask provides cool moisture to dull, dry skin to quench its thirst.

ACAI BERRY

BAIE D'ACAI

Enriches with acai berry, this mask leaves your skin feeling younger and firmer. The berry provides elasticity to the skin thus helping fight any ageing skin signs.

AVOCADO

AVOCAT

Rich in amino acids and vitamins, this mask comforts your skin with moisture and hence provides with nourishment.

SHEA BUTTER

BEURRE DE KARITE

Shea Butter is very commonly used for extreme dry skin conditions. This mask provides deep hydration and moisture resulting in healthy skin.

OVERALL REVIEW

I think these masks are really amazing. I have always heard that Korean skin care is supposed to be really good and these surely are. They cater to all skin conditions. I love the fact that they are so easy to use and gentle on the skin. All masks can be used for any skin type (dry, oily, combination or normal). Sheet masks are all over the market these days and the face shop ones are indeed here to stay due to the benefits they provide to the skin. I am also really content with the quality of the sheets. It is very calming and soothing on the skin.

These masks are available on nykaa.com in India.

PRICE

Rs. 100 per mask.

SOAP AND GLORY HAND CREAM

SOAP AND GLORY HAND FOOD (HAND CREAM)

Details of the product : A non-greasy hand cream with shea butter, macadamia oil, and marshmallow. Scented with Pink Rose and Bergamot fragrance, combining fresh bergamot, mandarin, rose, jasmine, peach, strawberry, and soft musk & amber base notes.

I have heard many girls raving about the soap and glory hand cream. That was the only reason I went ahead and purchased this. I was anyways looking for a great hand cream for a while and hadn't been able to find an extremely moisturizing one. I want to be completely honest. I didn't like this product much. I have really dry skin and this didn't help at all. It is very light-weight and watery. Maybe this cream would work really well for oily skin type. I didn't quite like the smell as well. Since I am applying the cream on my hand, I would prefer a good smell lingering on my hands.

PROS:-

Good packaging. Travel-friendly.

Can't really think of any great merits of this hand cream.

CONS:-

Too light-weight.

Bad smell.

Expensive for the quality.

Doesn't do much.

INGREDIENTS:-

WILL I REPURCHASE?

No

OVERALL SATISFACTION?

2/5

PRICE:-

Rs. 950

ST IVES DAILY HYDRATING BODY LOTION- VITAMIN E

I have been on a search for a good body lotion since almost 2 years.  I have extremely dry skin and it is really hard for me to get an effective moisturizer. I tried around 3 to 4 body lotions and didn't really like any of them. They would add moisture to my skin just for a couple of hours until my skin got dry and flaky again. Then I came across the St Ives Daily Hydrating Body Lotion and it caught my eye the first time itself. Though I was intrigued by the same, I wasn't sure if it would live up to it.

However, it has done wonders for my skin on my hands and legs. I only have to apply it once in the morning and once before bed to have smooth and hydrated skin for the rest of the day. There is no need to re-apply it every few hours. It is the most effectual body lotion I have ever come across.

Also, this body lotion contains Vitamin E that prevents early wrinkles and skin aging. It also helps to reduce inflammation, maintain younger looking skin, protects against skin cancer, heals skin from within, treats scars, lightens dark spots, heals dry fingernails and treats stretch marks.

HOW TO USE?

Squeeze 1-2 pumps of lotion into your palms. Spread over your the areas of your body that you need to moisturize. Layer as you go. Add more lotion to your elbows and knees. Rub in small circular motions with gentle pressure.

INGREDIENTS

MERITS

Really affordable.

Keeps the skin moisturized for the entire day.

Not messy. Application is really easy since it comes with a pump.

Lasts very long.

Paraben free.

DEMERITS

Not easily available.

Overall Satisfaction

5/5

Would I repurchase?

Yes

MOST EFFECIVE WAYS OF FIGHTING ACNE

Almost all of us have suffered from acne at some point in our lives and of course have completely detested it. Like we all know acne is a problem concerned with the oil glands in our skin. When our skin produces too much sebum and it isn't washed away, it gets trapped beneath the skin that causes clogged pores known as acne.

Acne usually appears on skin in the form of comedones(blackheads and whiteheads), pimples(tender red bumps) or pustules(bumps filled with pus).

The main reasons that can cause acne are;

Dirt and pollution.

Food - Diet plays an important role in the way your skin looks and feels. It isn't only about applying expensive creams on the outside but it is more important to purify your body from within since that is what reflects more.

Stress - Reduce the level of stress you take. Do meditate for 10-15 minutes a day. Yoga also helps in reducing stress.

Unhygienic lifestyle.

Drugs.

Some pore clogging cosmetics and creams.

Now let's talk about the sure for acne;

Eat healthy food.

Stay hydrated so that all the toxins can get flushed out of your body. Drink a lot of water.

Use an anti - acne face wash. (Preferable with neem)

Apply Vitamin A creams .i.e. retinol creams.

Apply aloe vera gel.

Apply tea tree oil at the zits.

Use a toner daily.

Use a clean towel to wipe your face.

5 EASY WAYS TO GROW HAIR FASTER NATURALLY

Olive Oil

We all recognize olive oil as a kitchen and cooking item and fail to realize various benefits it has for our hair and skin. Olive oil has Vitamin A, E, iron and antioxidants that make the hair grow faster and healthier. This method has done wonders for my hair.  It makes the hair healthy, smooth and manageable. Olive oil helps to get rid of dandruff and flaky scalp issues. It helps to moisturize the hair and get rid of the split ends. According to research, olive oil also helps the formation of new hair follicles which eventually leads to thicker hair. I personally like to use Extra Virgin Olive Oil for my hair since I believe it works the best.

Healthy Diet

We often fail to understand and accept the immense benefits a healthy diet has on our body. Healthy diet that is rich in vitamins and antioxidants promote rapid hair growth.

Hair Massage

Hair massage leads to better blood circulation to the hair follicles that increases relaxation, decreases stress thus stimulating faster hair growth.

Trimming Hair

I know this might sound too traditional for growing hair naturally but surprisingly it really works. Trimming the ends of your hair every 2 months can stimulate hair growth. This gives the hair a healthy look and feel.

Stay Stress Free

This might sound like an impossible step for some people and I completely understand that. We humans do have a tendency to stress even about the smallest things sometimes. However, stress tightens the hair follicles which restricts hair growth. It is indispensable to get yourself free of stress if you want longer and nourished looking hair. Meditation and yoga on a regular basis also help to get rid of stress.

IMPORTANCE OF TONER IN YOUR DAILY SKIN CARE REGIME

Toner is basically a water based liquid which helps remove excess oil, dirt and gunk from your skin. We ladies often miss out on this step of applying toner but it should be an indispensable step in your skin care routine. You get various toners in the market that suit different skin types. I have heard many people talk about not using a toner for dry skin as it may irritate the skin and cause redness. I used to think the same way until I found out that there are a ton of toners available in the market that have been made especially for sensitive & dry skin. They are really hydrating and moisturizing. For oily skin type, I would recommend you choose a refreshing and gentle type toner. Combination skin type can go with either of the above, depending on what suits the skin!

Why is Toner so necessary?

• It helps to shrink large pores. A lot of women suffer from large pores especially on the nose and cheeks area and toner reduces the appearance of pores and over time shrinks them!

• Toner helps maintain the pH Balance of the skin.

• It adds a layer of protection. We always need to protect our skin from the harmful effects of pollution, dirt and dust that is all around us. We do apply moisturizers and sunscreens for the same but a toner will not only protect your skin, but it will also replenish it from within over a period of time.

• It refreshes skin. Toner helps the skin to feel hydrated and lively that helps improve the texture of the skin.

• Toner gives your skin that glow we all crave for.

When to use a Toner?

Toner should be applied on bare skin, right after you wash your face before applying any serum, cream or facial mist.

How often to use a Toner?

Each time you wash your face.

**Please leave any doubts or questions you have regarding toner in the comments section below and I'll be more than happy to answer them. Also, let me know if you want me to review any specific product on my blog and I will bring that up soon.

Thank you !! :)

LA GIRL VELVET CONTOUR HIGHLIGHT STICK

I was looking for a good highlighter for a very long time. One day while watching a video on YouTube, I came across this particular highlighter. I went ahead and saw a few more reviews on the same product. There were mixed reviews for this product. Some people were raving about this while some people said it was okay and they wouldn't repurchase it again. I personally was so intrigued by the packaging and the look of it that I had to give it a shot. There were 3 shades in the range and I thought the shade Luminous would compliment my skin tone and so I purchased it. I was looking for something natural. I like highlighters that give me a natural glow and don't look too overboard. This product gave me just that.

It comes in a roll up style packaging. It is very convenient to travel with. Since it comes in a stick form, there is absolutely no wastage of product. You can apply it with a brush or directly rub it on the skin and then blend it in.

It stays on the skin for 5 to 6 hours before fading off.

Pros:-

• Blends easily.
• Good packaging.
• It gives the skin a natural glow.

Cons:-

• Low staying power.
• Not easily available in stores or online.

Overall satisfaction:-

4/5

Price:-

Rs. 760

Will I repurchase?

Maybe a different shade. I would like to try out other highlighters in the market before I purchase this one again.