30/06/2013

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30.6.13 12 Comments
I know it could not have been later than this..

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29/06/2013

Olay Natural White Day Cream

29.6.13 4 Comments
The quest for that perfect day cream goes on..Read on to find how this one fares...
Company Claims:
Its formula with triple nutrient system - vitamins B3, pro-B5 & E nourishes your skin to reduce the appearance of dark spots and dullness for a healthy-looking natural fairness that glows.
As compared to the Day Cream, it has light & non-greasy texture that absorbs easily to help nourish your skin with nutrients. This is suitable for all skin types.

Ingredients:
Water, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Butylene Glycol, Polyethylene, Dimethicone, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Polyacrylamide, Stearyl Alcohol, Benzyl Alcohol, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Cetyl Alcohol, Triethanolamine, Behenyl Alcohol, Panthenol, Sucrose Polycottonseedate, Dimethiconol, Carbomer, Ethylparaben, Fragrance, Tocopheryl Acetate, Octocrylene, Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, Laureth-7, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Methylparaben, PEG-100 Stearate, Disodium EDTA, Propylparaben, Stearic Acid, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Menthol, Limonene, Hexyl Cinnamal, Benzyl Salicylate, Linalool, Citronellol, Geraniol, Ammonium Polyacrylate, Tamarindus Indica Extract, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Fruit Extract, Crataegus Cuneata Fruit Extract, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Zizyphus Jujuba Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Juice, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Juice, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Juice, CI 77891, CI 19140, CI 16035.

Price Vs. Quantity: INR 99/ 20 gm

Directions to Use:
Use twice a day on a cleansed face and neck. Apply a small amount all over face and massage gently in circular motion.

Packaging:
Olay Natural White All In One Fairness Day Cream comes in a sleek plastic white tube. Very practical,nothing fancy!

My Take:
Just when I was through with my Avon Fairness Cream, and the rep told me there was still time for another tube to arrive. I gave Olay Natural White All In One Fairness Day Cream a try. The cream is soft beige in colour and has a mild floral fragrance. It is very moisturising yet light on skin. But I don't see it as a fairness cream (read Brightening).. The beige colour gave me an wrong impression of slight coverage which it obviously does not give.

Note: The hand appears fairer due to lighting issues
Though it claims to give UV protection but it has no mention of the SPF. Even being dry skinned I cannot imagine myself wearing this cream in summers. Its way to hydrating in hot months. If you are oily skinned or matte face lover...wait till its winter. Its good as a moisturiser but does not fair well as a day cream (no brightening effect).

My Likes:
1. Convenient packaging.
2. Mild floral fragrance.
3. Moisturising/hydrating.
4. Light on skin.
5. Pocket-friendly.
6. Gets absorbed easily.
7. Did not break me out.

My Dislikes:
1. Has no brightening effect.
2. Doesn't mention the SPF.
3. Doesn't reduce dark spots as it claims.
4. Will not make you fair.
5. Might come out greasy on oily skin.
6. Loaded with chemicals.
7. Doesn't mattify.

Last Word:
Olay Natural White All In One Fairness Day Cream fares well as a moisturiser but as a day cream I don't like it.I prefer my day creams to have a little brightening effect if not slight coverage. Waiting for winters to finish it up!

Repurchase:
No!!!!

Over All Rating: 3.5/5

12/06/2013

Goodies from Singapore :)

12.6.13 8 Comments
Its a thing with ladies..if someone asks us to get them something,we'll do serious research about it,will be constantly connected to the person about his/her choice,what exactly he/she is looking for. Infact,when I go to my native place I even have to carry pictures of Chikan kari dress material on mobile/tablet/from magazines/hard copies of endless Google searches from my friends... All for the sake of perfect purchase and to listen those wonderful words "Awwww.... I wanted just this !!!"
But Men...Oh Boy!
Dear Husband is back from Singapore and has brought all the things except what I asked for :P
Me still happy..a classic example of how undemanding a wife can be ;)
here are the pics..Enjoy!!!
From tops to t shirts,stoles,souvenirs,key chains and fridge magnets (yes I love them :)...
but no makeup :(
 I loved these solid perfumes. Beautifully packaged and the smell really lasts long..Shall review sometime !!

 
The fridge magnet cum bottle opener..it actually has the liquor inside..but I have no idea as to how it will come out ;) 
 China silk stoles in reds and the blue souvenir
 
I love this coral top with detailings on the neckline..blue one is a cute hello kitty tshirt,while the white one has mickey and minnie mouse on it..don't like much :/
Bracelets and the huge statement ring..now that's what a woman likes :)
The other few stuff was worn by me the other day and has found its fate in the laundry basket :P

P.S. Now that I'm so habitual of writing product reviews,I feel like writing  REPURCHASE and OVERALL RATING :P

10/06/2013

Avon Smooth and White Pressed Powder SPF 14: Review

10.6.13 5 Comments
I have a love hate kinda relationship with Avon. I often make faces about some of their products and yet I'm eagerly waiting for their new online catalogs. Today's product is from their simply pretty range,Its the Smooth and White Pressed Powder.
Company Claims:
Look naturally fair and fresh all day !
  • Contains Licorice extract to help lighten skin and SPF 14 UVA/UVB protects to prevent skin darkening n sun damage
  • Ultra absorbing, micro-powders blend evenly and smoothly for that fresh feeling
  • Oil-free, Dermatologist-tested, Clinically tested, Non-comedogenic n Non-acnegenic
Price vs Quantity: INR 249/10gm

Shades:
  • Almond
  • Soft Bisque
  • Golden Beige
  • Natural
My Take:
To start off, I'm not a big fan of compacts/pressed powders because they are actually not a pleasure to my dry skin. But given to the humid weather I do need to touch up the t-zone. Its available in 4shades and I have the one in Soft Bisque. Avon Smooth and White Pressed Powder comes in a a cute and sturdy baby pink packaging with a mirror and a powder puff. The texture of the powder is nothing to boast about...Its dry and powdery and chalky and makes me look patchy :(
I'm yet not able to figure out as to why this product is a totally dud for me when I come across positive reviews of it. Could be the shade Soft Bisque is too light on me (NC 35ish)
But the formula isn't anywhere close to...smooooth :/
My Likes:
1. Cute Packaging.
2. Sturdy... Travel friendly
3. Comes with a mirror and powder puff.
4. Light on pocket when on discount.
5. Has SPF 14.

My Dislikes:
1. The shade (soft Bisque) is light on me.
2. The texture is not smooth.
3. Doesn't spread easily.
4. Leaves a patchy finish.
5. Doesn't photograph well.
6. Very Chalky.
7. Avon misunderstands shine-free with dry :/
8. Images on the catalog are not colour-true
9. You need an Avon Rep to get this.

Last Word:
Though light on pocket is heavy on face :/
I'm using the existing one on my neck :(

Repurchase:
Hell...NO

Over All Rating: 2/5 (2 for good packaging,else...)

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