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Lakme Enrich Satin Lipstick N651 Review 5

Lakme Enrich Satin Lipstick N651 Review

by Mahaswata Ghosh

Who is it for? Lakme Enrich Satin Lipstick N651 is for those looking for an affordable lipstick with subtle buildable color.

Lakme Enrich Satin Lipstick N651 Review

Price:

Rs. 295

How to use?

Open the outer transparent cover and roll it to get the stick out. Apply it from the center of the upper lip towards the corner and then to the lower lip.

My Experience with Lakme Enrich Satin Lipstick N651

The lipstick comes in a cute girly packaging of a satin range of Lakme with an average plastic covered wrapped all around it carrying its bar code and a little information about the particular product.

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It’s a neutral pink shade that makes the lips even pinker naturally. I swiped it once all over my lip and the color was light pink, so I applied once more then again 2-3 times. That’s how I used this lipstick the very first time and the result was so much pink that it was not all looking natural. The color is pigmented, gets darker and darker as you layer it, swipe by swipe on the lips. The lipstick feels good on lips during the initial one to two hours, but after that, my lips need hydration. So, I apply my lip balm. The staying power is around two to three hours, after that, it fades leaving a pinkish cast all over the lips, but when I apply a lip balm beneath it, the staying power reduces one hour or so. This shade has a lip stain which gives a pink shade of lips. Though the stick is in orange in color.

The lipstick has a creamy matte formula. It is neither drying nor overly creamy. It glides easily on the lips. If you have very dry lip then I would suggest you apply a lip balm underneath before applying the lipstick.

As I said, it is quite fine lipstick which has a very affordable price. The quality is good for the price too. It is my everyday shade for college.

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Pros 
  1. Travel-friendly.
  2. Contains Vitamin E and Olive Extracts.
  3. Pleasant fragrance.
  4. Very natural, buildable and subtle shade.
  5. Well suited.
  6. Lasts for a decent period.
  7. Good quality.
  8. Protect lips from sun rays.
Cons 
  1. Not moisturizing.
  2. Breaks if you twist up till the end.
  3. Not for people looking for a bright color lipstick.
Would I recommend Lakme Enrich Satin Lipstick N651?

The Lakme Enrich Satin Lipstick N651 is quite fine for using in daily day basis. For school going students and College going students, who are looking for not so bright color, is a nice option to use. I do recommend Lakme Enrich satin Lipstick N651 for people who are looking for a subtle light nude pink lip color. I personally like it for this reason. And, it also lasts for a decent period of time.

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VLCC Lovable Lips Lip Balm Cherry

What is it and who is it for?VLCC Lovable Lips Lip Balm Cherry is for you if you are looking for a tinted lip color especially pink or red, then this one is right for you. A pinkish or reddish natural-looking hue on your lips it provides.

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Price:

INR 99 for 4.5gm.

Sensitive skin alert?

No

 

How to use it:

Glide on your lips thoroughly and use it as often as possible. It can be used as much and does not cause any harm to the lips. Perfect for winter and summers both. It is not sticky at all.

My Experience with VLCC Lovable Lips Lip Balm Cherry

Packaging:

The packaging is very simple but very catchy and attractive. The bright reddish pink text on the red body is very eye catching. The balm comes in a red roll tube. It is sleek and small and can be carried anywhere easily. The cap has the necessary details pasted on it. The cap shuts tightly making it travel-friendly.

Texture:

The texture is a bit waxy but very smooth. When it’s on the lips, you don’t feel dry. It’s moisturizing enough, but not hydrating, like most of the lip balms. It leaves a tint of red/pink shade, which is perfect and looks natural and easy. It’s not sticky or oily.

 

 Color/Pigmentation:

The color of this lip balm is rusty red, which is almost like a lipstick. The pigmentation is quite good.

Fragrance:

It has a nice fragrance, which is pleasant. The fragrance does not linger much. It disappears very soon.

For me this product is great!!! It comes with an SPF 15 and protects my lips from the sun at the same time nourishes and moisturizes and gives my lips a subtle red brick red color.

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Pros 
  1. Travel-friendly.
  2. Has SPF 15 which protects lips from sun rays.
  3. Very affordable.
  4. Has a pleasant smell.
  5. Has a smooth and light texture.
  6. It has natural ingredients.
  7. Gives a natural reddish hue on lips.
Cons 
  1. It does not hydrate the lips.
  2. It makes your lips appear patchy and flaky.
  3. Low staying power.
Would I recommend?

People who like tinted lip balms; it’s the right one to go for. It moisturizes well with SPF 15 which protects our lips from sun rays and also the balm is of affordable price. It is an average product but winds points for pigmentation and affordability!

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Jovees Water Resistant Sunscreen Fairness Lotion SPF 25 Review 1

Jovees Fairness Lotion SPF 25: Hello, girls!!! We all know how much harm the sun rays can be to our skin. As the summer had started, with summer comes the biggest problem of skin tanning. One should never ever step out without applying a generous amount of sunscreen. Choosing the right type of sunscreen is always a tedious task. As, we have lots of option in the market for sunscreen.

Sunscreens are generally greasy and oily, so people abstain from using sunscreen just because of this greasy feeling. People with oily and acne prone skin are more concerned because too much oil can leads to break outs. So a good sunscreen with high SPF rate and less greasiness is hard to find. This search of mine led me to get JOVEES WATER RESISTANT SUNSCREEN FAIRNESS LOTION SPF 25 which I am going to review today. For me, Fairness is not a big issue as most products claiming fairness are just false. I picked up this lotion just because it claimed to be Water Resistant, had SPF 25 and came from a brand like Jovees whose products have never disappointed me.

 

Basic Info about Jovees Fairness Lotion SPF 25

What is it and who is it for?

Jovees Sunscreen Fairness Lotion (SPF 25) is a water resistant lotion that contains sandal, chamomile, licorice, carrot, Aloe Vera along with other precious herbal extracts that will make skin visibly fairer and even toned. It is easily absorbed into the skin and forms protective layer. It also helps in maintaining moisture balance.

The lotion is excellent for all skin, which helps in maintaining the moisture balance of your face. Neither it makes the skin too oily, nor does it make too dry.

 

PRICE:

100ml for Rs.185

(may get at lesser price in some online stores)

Sensitive Skin alert?

No

Natural/Organic/Vegan?

Yes

Jovees Water Resistant Sunscreen Fairness Lotion SPF 25 Review

How to use:

The bottle of the cream has a nozzle, so take out the amount of lotion needed on your hand, and apply it all over face, neck and leave on. The lotion has to be used twice a day.

My Experience with Jovees Fairness Lotion SPF 25

Jovees Water Resistant Sunscreen Fairness Lotion comes in a sturdy white bottle with a pump dispenser. The dispenser has an additional transparent cap which protects its nozzle from accumulating dirt. The nozzle has a small opening and dispenses product in small amount which prevents its wastage. I find the packaging to be very decent, travel-friendly and hygienic. The lotion spreads easily and gets absorbed without leaving any whitish cast or greasiness. It moisturizes the skin which is perfect for summer but in winter a heavy moisturizer beneath will be needed. It contains SPF 25 which is pretty good.

To test its water resistance, I intentionally washed my hand with plain water after applying it and it still had glow and fragrance. This makes it suitable to be used during rainy season as well.  Overall the product does not make skin oily and evens out the tone with added sun protection.

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Overall Performance of Jovees Fairness Lotion SPF 25

Pros:
  1. Has SPF 25 (gives UV protection)
  2. Has Water Resistant.
  3. Well suited for all skin.
  4. Moisturizes the skin.
  5. Travel-friendly and hygienic.
  6. Contains Sandal and Aloe Vera.
  7. Pleasant fragrance.
Cons:
  1. Better suited for normal skin.
  2. It has a faint Herbal Fragrance.
  3. Don’t lock sweat.
Would I recommend?

I would recommend this product to all of you as it’s a perfect combination of sunscreen and lightening lotion. It provides the right amount of moisturization without any greasiness. It also evens out the skin tone and protects from tanning. Moreover, its water resistance capability is an added advantage. If you are looking for a sunscreen minus oiliness, you should give this product a try.

  1. Jovees Sunscreen Fairness Gel SPF 25 Review
  2. Jovees Anjeer and Carrot Sun Block Review
  3. Jovees Mallow And Avocado Sun Protective Cream SPF 40 Review
  4. Garnier White Complete Fairness Cream Speed White (Spf 19 Pa+++) Review
  5. Thinking of Buying the Clean and Clear Fairness Cream ?
  6. Jovees Saffron & Bearberry Fairness Cream Review

 

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Combat Stress with these 5 Easy-Peasy Yoga Poses 2

Try These Yoga Poses for Lower Back Pain

by Mahaswata Ghosh

Living with back pain isn’t easy. The good news is that getting a little natural relief isn’t a hard thing to do. All you need is a Yoga mat and a few minutes of free time.Try These Yoga Poses for Lower Back Pain.

The lower or the lumbar region can be an area that often gets sensitive for most of us at some point in our lives. Whether you’re experiencing your back pain because of a job that requires you to sit for a long hours, arthritic conditions or sports-related issues, gentle stretches like yoga poses can be a good way to stretch the muscle in your hamstrings, back and core and work on easing your back pain.

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Always check with your physician before beginning a new exercise regimen to ensure that you’re doing what’s best for your body.

Here are the five yoga poses to ease lower back pain and relieve that dull ache.

  1. Standing Forward Bend
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Begin by standing on your mat with your hands on your hips. Take a deep breath. As you exhale, bend forward from your hip joints, lengthening your torso as you bend forward towards your knees. If you’re flexible enough, bring your palms or fingertips to the floor without bending your knees. If you can reach down that far, then it’s okay! You can also bring your palms down to the back of your ankles. For an even gentler approach, just cross your arms and hold your elbows while bending forward as best you can without bending your knees. Remain in the stretch up to one minute before releasing the pose. When you’re ready to come back up, put your hands on your hips and slowly return to standing.

  1. Cat & Cow
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To begin the cat pose, come down onto your hands and knees (table top position). Round your back and let your head drops down, tucking your tailbone under. Hold the pose for up to eight breaths, then move into a cow. This time, instead of tucking the tailbone, you’re going to reach it up toward the ceiling, but don’t strain. Hold the pose for up to eight breaths and repeat the cat/cow cycle a couple of more times.

  1. Downward-facing dog
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Since you’ve just done cat & cow, you’re poised to move hands into a downwards facing dog.

Beginning your hands and knees, your hands should line up with your shoulder, shoulder-width apart. The insides of your elbow should be pointing towards the opposite side of the mat. Your fingers should be spread wide, pointing towards the top of your mat. Press your hips up and back and lift up through the base of your spine, keeping the spine straight. Your feet should be hip width apart. Press your heel towards the floor and feel a good stretch in the hamstrings and calves. It’s okay if your heels don’t touch the floor. We’re all different. Let your head hang freely or look toward the navel. Hold the pose up for eight to ten breaths, then return your knees to the floor. You can rest here, or move down to the next post.

  1. Sphinx Pose
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The Sphinx is a great pose for toning the spine and stimulating the sacral-lumbar arch. When we sit a lot, the lower back tends to flatten, which cause pain. Sphinx pose promotes the natural curvature of the lower back.

Start by laying on your stomach, feet hip-width apart, and brings the elbows under the shoulders. If there is too much pressure on your lower back, you can bring your elbows slightly forward.

If you want a deeper bend, place a block under the elbows. Hold the pose for 1-3 minutes, and come out by first lowering your upper body on the floor. Relax on the floor as long as needed. And then come to a child pose for few breaths.

  1. Supine Twist
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To begin the supine twist, lay on your back with your feet straight out in front of you. Stretch your arms to the sides of your body. Beginning with your right leg, bend and bring the knee up over the left leg at the knee. Turn your head toward the right and look toward your right hand, in an opposite direction of your bent knee. Feel a gentle stretch in your lower back and hold the pose for 1-3 minutes. Bring your head back to the center and your leg back to the floor. Repeat on the opposite side of your body.

 

Once you’re done, you can relax in the corpse pose (called Savasana in Sanskrit). Simply lie on your back with your arms at your sides with your eyes closed and relax for a few minutes. Enjoy the benefits of your yoga routine. Stay as long as you like before going about your day.

Combat Stress with these 5 Easy-Peasy Yoga Poses!!

 

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Joy Skin Fruits Gentle Moisturising Apricot Scrub 3

Hello, Girls…!!

Just like cleansing, toning, and moisturizing, getting rid of dead skin cells from your skin and removal of fresh tan happen to be an important part of your beauty routine. You should not exfoliate your facial skin twice or thrice in a week, depending upon your skin types and needs. Over exfoliation can harm your skin, too. While not exfoliating your facial skin at all can lead to dull and darkened complexion. So today I have come with the review of a scrub.

An ideal face scrub should have a rich creamy base and scrub beads that are not harsh on your skin. If the scrub beads/ Granules are too mild, you may use it daily for daily tan removal. I found my ideal facial scrub in this one from Joy skin fruits range. It’s my very first product from the brand Joy. Read on to know more about this product.

Joy Skin Fruits Gentle Moisturising Apricot Scrub

Basic Info about Joy Skin Fruits Gentle Moisturising Apricot Scrub

What is it and who is it for?

Joy Skin Fruits scrub is moisturizing in nature. It helps in removing impurities and dead skin cells that make your complexion look dull. It leaves your skin looking fresh and healthy. It improves your skin’s elasticity and softness. Exfoliation skin on weekly basis can enhance the skin’s ability to take up moisture, hence, reducing fine lines and pimples.

Joy skin fruits gentle moisturizing apricot scrub should suit all skin types except sensitive.

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Price:

INR 65 for 60ml

Sensitive skin alert?

Yes! Not meant for sensitive skin.

Natural/Organic/Vegan?

Has 100% natural exfoliates.

What does the brand claim

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New skin fruits gentle moisturizing fruit scrub gently removes complexion-dulling impurities, leaving fresh healthy looking brighter skin. Helps the skin to retain its elasticity, clarity, and suppleness. Regular skin exfoliation over time can increase the skin’s capability to absorb moisture, thereby reducing fine lines and diminishing acne.

Ingredients: Contains natural fruits AHAs.

How to Use:

Use it twice a week after cleansing. Wet face with water and use the scrub gentle circular motion on face and neck for soft, smooth, nourished and blemish-free skin.

My Experience with Joy Skin Fruits Gentle Moisturizing Apricot Scrub:

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You all know the importance of exfoliation. It removes dead skin cells, complexion-dulling impurities and blackheads leaving the skin clear and healthy. It is very important to scrub your face twice a week. It prevents dead skin build up which might result in breakouts. Now moving on to the product.

Packaging:  The product comes in a bright orange colored tube that has equally beautiful graphics and a cap that can be screwed tight. The packaging of this face scrub is very handy, leak-proof and convenient to carry around. The plastic is sturdy and hence it is travel-friendly. There is a small hole in the tube which dispenses the right amount of product when squeezed.

Consistency/Texture: The scrub has a thick creamy kind of consistency like most of the scrubs have and manages to soften and nourishes the skin, while the granules are gritty in nature. It has very mild fragrance. They are just fine for use on facial skin. If you have sensitive skin, you might want to look out for something with milder scrub beads.

I have used this one from Joy skin fruits a couple of times before reviewing and found it ideal for my skin type texture wise as well as results wise. It gives me brighter looking, supple skin and helps in removal of fresh tanning too. I also used it on my hands and neck too. It is creamy but did not break me out. This one is a must try as it gives good results and quality at a very budget friendly price.

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Pros

  • Creamy texture leads to softening of the skin.
  • It has a mild smell.
  • The pack is attractively colored, leak proof and very handy. So, can be carried around in a small pouch too.
  • Inexpensive
  • The Joy products are easily available.
  • Didn’t break me out.
  • Removes blackheads and gives smooth skin.

Cons

  • If your skin type is sensitive, you may find the scrub particles a little too much to handle.
  • Fragrance might little heavy for some people.

Overall Would I repurchase and recommend?

Yes, I do like this product. I would say it is value for money, budget buy. The scrub gives a good result. People with dull and darkened complexion should try this product. It removes the blackheads and makes the skin smooth and soft. So now say bye to the dull areas.

 

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