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Jovees Mallow And Avocado Sun Protective Cream SPF 40 Review 5

Jovees Mallow And Avocado Sun Protective Cream SPF 40 Review

by Sone

What is it and who is it for? Jovees Mallow And Avocado sunscreen is a natural sunscreen with avocado and mallow.Jovees Mallow And Avocado Sun Protective Cream SPF 40 Review 5

Price:

Rs 255 for 60 gm

How to Use:

Apply on sun exposed areas at least 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply every two hours.

My Experience with Jovees Mallow and Avocado Sun Protective Cream SPF 40

This sunscreen comes in a bright and cheery yellow tube. The cream itself is light yet buttery soft. It is easily spread and gets absorbed in the skin within seconds without leaving a whitish cast. My recommendation, treat this stuff as a good sunscreen. Not to replace your antioxidants and serums, but necessary nevertheless!!

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I usually apply it on arms and feet and diligently reapply every hour. It does not really soften my skin up, but at least keeps sun damage at bay.

Since this is really affordable, keep one in your bag…one in your car….anywhere, just always handy. Now I don’t say that it is a serious beach worthy, but for daily sun protection. This does a pretty great job!!

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Positives 
  1. Really Affordable
  2. Decent Sunscreen
  3. Not loaded with chemicals
Negatives 
  1. Full ingredient list is not listed.
  2. Does not provide other skincare benefits or great moisturization.
Overall Would I repurchase and recommend?

It’s a good product. I recommend it as a nice hand and feet sunscreen on the go.

GlossyPolish Verdict

3/5

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Bath and Body Works French Lavander and Honey Body Lotion

Bath and Body Works French Lavender Honey Lotion: I am a sucker for fragrances. No matter how many body lotions that I have, if I see another one on sale, I just cannot stop myself. At times, I really resent the fact that here in India, good body lotions and butter are so pricey.

In the US, they have these crazy sales on bath and body works and Bodyshop and sitting here in India, I go, like man aww shucks!

Anyways…off cribbing now :P

Today I am going to review Bath and Body Works French Lavender and Honey Body Lotion that I got on sale when I was in Us. Let’s see how this one has panned out for me!

Bath and Body Works French Lavander and Honey Body Lotion

Price- $12.50 for 236ml
Natural/Vegan/Organic?

No

My Experience with Bath and Body Works French Lavender and Honey Body Lotion

Packaging- Comes in a very handy and sturdy package. When the product is near its end, just twist open the cap and you will be able to easily kind of use it until its last drop. Yay for that!

Fragrance- Smells mildly sweet. Not much of a lavender scent. It’s a perfumey, nice and mild scent that bends towards the sweeter side. Didn’t love it that much when I bought it, but it grew up on me.

Experience- The body lotion has a nice texture that massages easily in. It gets absorbed quickly and is not greasy. The moisturization is decent, not great. If you have very dry skin…you need to reapply at least once a day.

The fragrance lingers on for a long time. Generally a good buy, especially on sale.

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Overall Performance of Bath and Body Works French Lavender and Honey Body Lotion

Pros-
  1. Pleasant fragrance
  2. Fragrance lasts long
  3. Decent moisturization
  4. Not greasy
Cons-
  1. Not for very dry flaky skin
Would I Repurchase or Recommend?

It’s not a bad product. You can buy it on sale. Nothing that you have to, have to buy though.

Rating-4/5

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Shea Moisture Shampoo Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Shine– My Absolute Fav

Getting the perfect shampoo for me is important. I mean, its important for everyone, but more so for me! I have hip length long hair which curls at the ends. Also, I don’t cut my hair. The only solution is to get my hands on the best hair products that I can. Today I will review my absolute favorite shampoo- Shea Moisture Shampoo Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Shine. I have tried boatloads of products from organic to chemical and I have NEVER found a product that treats my hair so well!Read on darlings, I have a lot to say ;)

Shea Moisture Shampoo Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Shine– My Absolute Fav

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Price- $ 8.99 for 250 ml

Sensitive Skin Alert?

No

Natural/Vegan/Organic?

Yes

 

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My Experience with Shea Moisture Shampoo Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Shine

This shampoo comes in a tube packaging. The product surprisingly is not thick or gloopy. It isn’t as runny either. A small amount says two dimes worth of shampoo diluted with water is enough for my long hair.

The shampoo lathers well and does not dry my hair or scalp out. In fact, I legit cannot resist touching my hair throughout the day it gets that soft!!The mild shea fragrance stays in my hair for two days!

I have used it both with and without the conditioner. It works well both ways. If you have super brittle and frizzy hair don’t skip the conditioner.If you want volume you may skip it.

I can close my eyes and pick this up on a bad hair day and I just know I will feel great! Damn, it sounds like a sales pitch :P

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Overall Performance of Shea Moisture Shampoo Coconut & Hibiscus Curl & Shine

Pros-

  • Affordable
  • Natural Ingredients
  • Free from Nasty Chemicals
  • Smells great
  • Makes my hair soft and bouncy
  • Does Not cause Dandruff

Cons

  • None for me

Would I Repurchase or Recommend?

Highly Recommended!

Where can you buy this?

  • [easyazon_link identifier=”B00LS2BZ6M” locale=”US” tag=”sone070-20″]Shea Moisture Coconut and Hibiscus Combination Pack – 13 oz. Curl & Shine Shampoo, 13 oz. Curl & Shine Conditioner & 12 oz. Curl Enhancing Smoothie[/easyazon_link]
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Eyova Hair Nutrient with Egg Oil

Hi, Girls!

How is 2017 suiting you? It’s been a rough rough year for me. Talk about having a bad hair day…all year long..? Exactly!Lets dive into the topic of healthy hair while we are at it…personal melodramas are no fun ;)Left right and center, everyone cries hoarse how eggs are great for hair. I too have tried the remedy and I can vouch for it. But NO one likes to get their hands dirty…I mean egg directly on scalp…ugh.So when I came across this egg oil, I was like amazing this stuff is the dream. Let’s see how this Eyova hair nutrient with egg oil has fared.

Eyova Hair Nutrient with Egg Oil

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Basic Info of Eyova Hair Nutrient with Egg Oil

Price: Rs 590

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Net Weight: 50ml

  • Contains egg oil cholesterol that provides deep conditioning for all hair strands.
  • Helps improve cell nourishment and stimulate blood circulation to impart healthier hair conditions.
  • Rejuvenates scalp skin, fights inflammation and soothes scalp irritations.
  • Regular usage makes your hair shine with health.
  • Gives lustrous and soft hair that is easily manageable and capable of being styled to perfection.

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My Experience with Eyova Hair Nutrient with Egg Oil

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This oil comes in a small flip cap bottle. The oil is yellow in color and super greasy. It smells eggy and off. I suggest you store this wrapped in a tissue paper as the oil is liable to leak and that is one mess you don’t want.

The oil spreads easily and kind of sets in your hair? I applied it in the morning and washed off in the evening. It is kind of yucky to wash off and needed two rounds of using a clarifying shampoo.

I will admit, I was expecting major wonder from this product.

No wonders.

It’s a very average product and I cannot justify its price one bit. It did NOTHING for my hair. I have not used it again and I feel I’d rather use the egg itself.

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Overall Performance of Eyova Hair Nutrient with Egg Oil

Pros:

  • You don’t feel you are directly applying egg

Cons:

  • Smells bad
  • Sets in hair
  • Difficult to wash off
  • Does nothing for hair

Would I repurchase or recommend it to you?

Nope. This is a pass for me.

Also see:

Egg Shampoo

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Forest Essentials Facial Ubtan Tejasvi Milk Review

Forest Essentials Facial Ubtan Tejasvi Milk Review

by Sone

 

As we grow older, since the time we hit our twenties, some changes start coming in our skin.

The most important among these changes are the ability of skin to shed /naturally exfoliate diminishes. The dead skin keep on building up micro ,layer by layer, trapping with it free radicals and pollutants. The result.

Ageing skin and skin that looks dull.

Basically we enter a vicious circle of skin that does not shed-then more skin gets older-then it does not exfoliate and problems escalate.

The first step to ANY anti ageing regimen must be exfoliation.

There is a lovely product that I swear by, read its detailed review and usage here.

But in case you are not in a position to spend heftily, here is the review of another product that might be useful for you.

Forest Essentials Facial Ubtan Tejasvi Milk Review

What is it and who is it for?

A natural ubtan cleanser based on ayurvedic formulation. Suitable for dry and ageing skin.

Price:

Rs 875 for 50 gm

 

Natural/Organic/Vegan?

Yes

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Sensitive Skin Alert?

No

 

What does the Brand Claim about Forest Essentials Facial Ubtan Tejasvi Milk?

The Tejasvi Milk Ubtan contains full fat fresh Milk, Sandalwood, Turmeric, Saffron and potent herbs, which by their nourishing, refreshing & refining action, helps in restoring the levels of the skin.

 

The natural ingredients of this ubtan remove tan and improve skin texture.

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 How to Use:

Personalize your ubtan:-

 

Use with Rosewater or Aloe Vera for normal skin.

 

Use with milk or cream for dry skin.

 

Use with yogurt for oily skin.

 

Mix a teaspoon of fresh tomato juice for pigmentation.

 

Use to wash face.

 

Rinse well.

 

 

My Experience with Forest Essentials Facial Ubtan Tejasvi Milk

This ubtan comes in a luxurious jar packaging. Be sure to ask for a wooden spatula with the ubtan. Earlier the forest essentials people used to provide it without asking but these days they don’t provide it unless you specifically request them.

This ubtan is like a dried form of ghee mixed with sandalwood. This is the only ubtan from forest essentials that has this quality.That is why I feel that this is not drying and is best suited for ageing skin. If you have oily acne prone skin, just stay far far away from it.I mix this with milk and apply all over face and neck every day, every alternate week. It seems to work for me that way.It gently exfoliates my skin and you know makes it feel clean.I use it in the evenings and this is like a daily home spa therapy.

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Now this ubtan claims to clear tan…which it does to s amll extent.Basically if you will exfoliate your skin regularly a lot of tan will come off.Just be doubly careful to use heavy SPF the next day and you will get a nice glowy skin.

This is an expensive product but it stands to most of its claims.

Positives of Forest Essentials Facial Ubtan Tejasvi Milk

  • Lovely packaging
  • Stores well
  • Ease of application and customization
  • Natural ingredients
  • Gives a glow to skin
  • Does not dry the skin out

 

 

Negatives of Forest Essentials Facial Ubtan Tejasvi Milk

  • Frankly its too expensive

Overall Would I repurchase and recommend?

I would recommend this to dry skinned ladies and to those women who are seeing signs of ageing. Use this as a mild daily Exfoliator every second week.

GlossyPolish Verdict

4/5

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anne semonin precious serum review 3

Anne Semonin Precious Serum Review

by Sone

In my earlier post on basic skin care routine and the details about skincare products, I had mentioned how important serums are for your skin. They are THE products that heal, treat and nourish your skin. That’s why they are concentrated and very expensive.

Today I am reviewing my night treatment serum. It’s the Anne Semonin precious serum. Created in Paris over 30 years ago, Anne Semonin was a pioneer of the ‘spa’ concept and remains dedicated to providing exceptional spa venues all over the world, devoted to the transformative beauty and well-being journeys of women. With luxurious products and treatments prescribed by expert therapists, clients receive unsurpassed personalized care for skin radiance and beauty confidence. It is THE skin care line used by models, actresses, and celebrities!
 
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What is it and who is it for?

This is an anti aging serum oil.

Price:

€119.00

Sensitive Skin Alert?

No
 

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Natural/Organic/Vegan?

No

What does the Brand Claims about Anne Semonin Precious Serum:

This very intensive, super rich serum is a powerful skin rejuvenator and comes packed with essential oils. Richly comforting, it is a solution to fatigued and lack luster skin. This powerful Beauty Elixir will leave your complexion fresh, radiant and smooth.

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How to Use:

Apply 3 – 5 drops for an intensive night repair treatment.
My Experience with Anne Semonin Precious Serum:

It comes in a beautiful glass bottle. Till then packaging is great but now comes the big point. Its dropper is utterly useless. After 2-3 months the cover separated from the dropper leaving a gluey mess behind. If it was not for the product quality, I would have thrown the bottle away. Seriously, it got that irritating.
 
 
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BUT, the product is awesome. It is beautiful oil which gets absorbed in seconds. It does not sting or itch after applying it. When I wake up, my skin is supple, glowy and healthy.
 
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Over a period of time, my skin’s texture has improved a lot on using this. I use this oil quite often before I apply makeup. It acts as a great moisturizer and also as a primer. This is one expensive product that deserves to be.

Positives of Anne Semonin Precious Serum:

• Lightweight Oil
• Gives a beautiful glow to the skin
• Not oily despite being an oil
• Did not break me out
• Evens out skin tone over time

Negatives of Anne Semonin Precious Serum:

• Very Very Expensive
• Packaging is really crappy –sorry but true

Overall Would I repurchase and recommend?

This is definitely a luxury investment. Still, this is the best premium serum that actually worked for me. Recommended.

GlossyPolish Verdict

4.5 /5 -.5 for the cost and bad packaging.

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Estee Lauder Sharp Cookie Liquid Lipstick Review

by Sone

Who is it for? Estee Lauder Sharp Cookie Liquid Lipstick is for those looking for a fabulous nude lipstick that can give you a fine My Lips but Better Look.

Estee Lauder Sharp Cookie Liquid Lipstick

Price- Rs. 1900 FOR 6ML
How to Use

Prep lips with a primer. Apply a single coat. Let it rest for a minute before applying another coat if needed.

Sensitive Skin Alert?

No

My Experience with Estee Lauder Sharp Cookie Liquid Lipstick

Packaging

Comes in a plastic long cylindrical bottle. Love the doe foot applicator. It’s not too stiff. Allows precise application.

Shade

The shade is nude brown. This will look fabulous across skin tones because its “pinkness” increases as the skin tone become warmer. So more nude brown for fairer skin tones, more on the pinker side for warmer tones.

Texture

It has a soft consistency that dries down to a matte finish. After it sets it does not transfer much.

It’s extremely comfortable to wear. Does not dry the lips out.

Fragrance

I feel a slight whiff of vanilla, nothing major.

The texture and shade is a winner for me. It’s hands down my favorite nude lipstick right now.

The biggest plus point? It does not look like other liquid lipsticks do as, it DOES NOT look as if you have painted your lips, which personally I find very off-putting. So major Yay there.

What do I like?
  1. Beautiful shade
  2. Matte finish
  3. Does not dry the lips out
  4. Really comfortable wear
  5. Superbly pigmented
What I dislike ?
  1. It is pricey without a doubt
  2. Transfers a bit
Would I Repurchase or Recommend?

I just love this lipstick to bits. Highly recommended for the shade and finish!

Rating-4.5/5

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Dove Purely Pampering Shea Butter Body Wash Review (6)

Dove Purely Pampering Shea Butter Body Wash Review

by Sone

When it’s cloudy outside…there is a promise of rain…and the weather turns a little chilly. You feel like indulging in a warm fragrant experience umm something like Dove Purely Pampering Shea Butter Body Wash. Since I am a major fragrance junkie, this is the particular kind of time for which I purchased this product.

Let’s see how it turned out ;)

Dove Purely Pampering Shea Butter Body Wash Review (6)

What is it and who is it for?

A moisturizing body wash, suitable for all skin types.

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Price:

$7.59 for 400ml

Sensitive Skin Alert?

No

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Natural/Organic/Vegan?

No

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What does the Brand Claim about Dove Purely Pampering Shea Butter Body Wash

Get softer, smoother skin after just one shower. Experience our improved body wash formula, now even gentler, with the rich lather you love.

Purely Pampering Shea Butter with Warm Vanilla Body Wash creates a cloud of creamy lather that will leave you feeling restored. The warm scent fills your shower and our gentlest cleansers envelop you with care for a sense of balance and renewal.

How to Use:

Pour on the loofah and enjoy a rich lather.

My Experience with Dove Purely Pampering Shea Butter Body Wash

This body wash comes in a jumbo size bottle. I don’t think it is travel friendly…but otherwise it’s quite sturdy.

The body wash is a creamy liquid. It is a little thick in consistency. Towards the end of the bottle…just use a bit of water to get ALL of the product out, no wastage :P

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 It lathers really well. The fragrance is nice and gives a Cadbury’s éclair fragrance. It’s a pampering treat no doubt. But the fragrance…well it does not linger beyond the shower.

The body wash is decently moisturizing. It does not dry out my skin. I still feel it is nowhere in the league of OLAY body washes…but pretty decent stuff nevertheless.

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Positives of Dove Purely Pampering Shea Butter Body Wash

  • Smells great
  • Moisturizing
  • Lathers well

Negatives of Dove Purely Pampering Shea Butter Body Wash

  • Fragrance Does not last long
  • A bit expensive for a drugstore product
  • Has loads of chemicals

Overall Would I repurchase and recommend?

If you like warm fragrances and want a mild smelling daily body washes, you can go for this. I will not be repurchasing because the fragrance does not linger…but it’s a decent product otherwise.

GlossyPolish Verdict

3.7/5

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St. Ives Soothing Oatmeal & Shea Butter Body Wash

St. Ives Soothing Oatmeal & Shea Butter Body Wash Review

by Sone

Who Is It For? St. Ives Soothing Oatmeal & Shea Butter Body Wash is for those who have dry itchy skin and are looking for something soothing.

St. Ives Soothing Oatmeal & Shea Butter Body Wash

Price-

$3.97

My Experience with St. Ives Soothing Oatmeal & Shea Butter Body Wash

Packaging-

Comes in a sturdy squeezy plastic bottle. Does not leak.

Fragrance-

It’s nice but definitely chemically. It does not have the natural oatmeal Shea fragrance that you are expecting.

Texture and color-

Runny consistency and lathers well.

My Experience-

I think this is a pretty average product. It’s not particularly moisturising. Something that any standard body wash should provide. The fragrance is again average and does not last.

Honestly this is not something that I would repurchase.

What I liked?
  1. The texture
  2. Moisturization
  3. Fragrance
  4. Staying power
What I did not like?
  1. Nothing! I am crushing over this one.
Would I Repurchase or Recommend?

Absolutely! Take it in spades ;)

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Clenz u Green Tea Nose Strips Review

Clenz u Green Tea Nose Strips Review

by Sone

Who is it for? Clenz u Green Tea Nose Strips are for those looking for nose strips for remove=ing blackheads and whiteheads from the nose.

Price- Rs.279 for 6 strips
Sensitive Skin Alert?

Contains alcohol, might irritate sensitive skin.

Clenz u Green Tea Nose Strips Review

My Experience with Clenz u Green Tea Nose Strips

Packaging

Well packed and comes in a small cardboard box.

Colour & Texture

Its greenish-white in color and is like any other nose strip.

Fragrance

None.

Ease of Application

Very easy to use. Moisten the nose and apply as directed. Let it harden up and then pull off gently but firmly from either side of the nose.

My Experience

These nose strips do the job they claim to do. I had used Hip Hop nose strips in the past and they were totally worthless. These ones are good quality and work as any normal nose strip should.

The green tea claim or addition makes no difference whatsoever.

Overall Performance of Clenz u Green Tea Nose Strips

Pros:
  1. Do the job effectively
  2. Good glue /adhesive hold
Cons:
  1. Not Value for money
  2. Not Easily available
Would I Repurchase or Recommend?

These are good, but not value for money in my opinion. Innisfree ones are more easily available and come cheaper due to regular discounts.

Rating-3/5

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