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Showing posts with label Bvlgari. Show all posts

02/02/2013

Winter Skin Care Favorites

2.2.13 7 Comments
Now when winters are about to say buh-bye and the the products which proved to be saviors in the chilly winters are almost hitting bottoms..I guess I should say thanks to all stuff which helped me keeping me clean,moisturised and supple.
Lets take a look :
These are my random face and body care favorites in no particular order:

1. Jolen Whitening Face Wash Gel:
This was a recent invention by the brand and a discovery by me..Though using gel based cleansers isn't the best option for me in winters,but this one..it didn't break me out,cleansed all makeup thoroughly,didn't make me dry and was on a buy one get one offer.

2. Lotus Herbals Apriscrub:
An old friend of mine..I'm not a great fan scrubs with super-miniscule granules..they do nothing to me..This one's neither too abrasive nor too mild..just apt!

3. Himalaya Herbals Fairness Face Pack:
This works well on me..gives me brighter face and instant glow and is creamy too .So yes,this was a good winter friend :)

4. Avon Care Nourishing Cream:
I have been using the fairness cream from the same range as a regular day cream for the past 3months and I was pretty happy with it,so thought might give this one a try and I like the way it keeps my dry skin moisturised for quite a long time.The smell is little over-powering though!

5. Bvlgari Omnia Crystalline Body Lotion:
This one's a perfumed body lotion .I love love love its smell and how light weight it is on skin.
Read full review here.

6. Patanjali Aloevera Gel:
There are very few products which have the capability of being an all-weather favorite..and this is the one! Yup it was ther in my summer favorites list too.But back then I had no idea that it will have a role to play in the chilly weather too. I used it often right after bath on my face,it kind of sealed the moisture and it did lighten a slight pigmentation on my right cheek..love it !

7. The Body Shop Body Butter in Strawberry:
The smell,of this body butter (the USP of all TBS body butters) is very yummy and edible..kinda very sugared strawberries like.The colour of the body butter is soft pink,as if natural strawberries have been whipped with the butter..smells yum,feels yummier!!! About to hit bottom shows how much I love it!
Read full review here .

8. Homemade Body Oil:
Last but technically the first in usage and liking. This is my dry skin saviour actually. Used everyday post bath. Can't survive without this. Its is 2parts coconut oil,2parts olive oil and 1part almond oil mixed together 9and stored in an old clean and clear face wash bottle)
Absolute necessity!

These accompanied with a sunny afternnoon,a hot cup of cream coffee and a lovely book to read..mmm I'm already day dreaming!!!!

20/09/2012

Bvlgari Omnia Crystalline Lotion pour le Corps Body Lotion: Review

20.9.12 3 Comments
Winters would be here in few months and this reminded me to peep in the stash to check the body lotion have's and make a wishlist for have not's. While going through the stuff,this pretty beauty caught my eyes. I’m pretty sure that you are familiar with the Bvlgari Omnia Crystalline perfume. It’s a very nice perfume with a very light and fresh scent. This is the body lotion from the same range. Lets talk about this love of my life :)

Company Claims:
Omnia crystalline is inspired by the perfection of crystal. It is delicate and gentle like the touch of flower petals. This sparkling Eau de Toilette captures the essence of frosted flowers. The top notes bring aery bamboo and exotic Asian fruit Nashi that has a very original and specific fresh aroma, similar to both apple and pear. The heart is ruled by soft and feminine notes of lotus blossom, while the base brings elegant woodsy notes. The fragrance was created by Alberto Morillas is 2005. Bvlgari introduces Omnia Crystalline, a delicate floral woody experience. Capturing the glowing clarity of crystal light, Crystalline illuminates, reflects and reveals a woman's radiance, luminosity, gentle sensuality, and graceful femininity.  A sparkling jewel of light.
Notes:  Bamboo, Nashi (Japanese Pear), Lotus Flower, Balsa Wood

Price: I got it in a gift set with the Omnia Crystalline EDT for $78 on sale.

Quantity: 75ml/2.5 fl.oz.

Packaging:

The packaging of Bvlgari Omnia Crystalline Lotion pour le Corps Body Lotion is surprisingly simple. It comes in a white hard plastic bottle with a flip-open cap which fits pretty well! But considering I generally don't pamper myself with such luxurious items..I definitely expected some beauty and not just practicality in the packaging!

My Take:
Those who have gone through my posts must be knowing I have a dry skin which becomes combination in summers and superdry in winters..yes complicated but common! Though I have to heavily moisturise my skin in winters,in summers my skin isn't that demanding on moisturisation part as on the cleansing part and this body lotion is just perfect for this season.
Bvlgari Omnia Crystalline Lotion pour le Corps Body Lotion is a perfumed body lotion. Its milky white and is neither thick nor runny in consistency. It has an awesome fragrance. To me it smells floral with a hint of sweetness..ummm yeah its a floral,woody,musky kinda fragrance that's definitely not mild (in case you have used the Bvlgari Omnia Crystalline EDT,its exactly the same). After an hour or two,the floral notes subside leaving behind the woody and musky notes. I generally cannot smell my perfumes on me outdoors,but this body lotion..oh boy! it stays with me in the house,in the elevators,in the car and outside..this is definitely better than even vodafone network,just doesn't leave me :)
It sits close to the skin. I like it very much. And the scent stays on me for a long long time. The lotion itself I’d say is for normal skin. It’s not greasy. It absorbs into my normal skin quickly but oily skinned beauties will love it even more. You apply it and it vanishes leaving behind a supple skin and a beautiful fragrance! I know it sounds gross but this body lotion is so light and oil free that I love using it on my face as a moisturiser ;)

My Likes:
1. Oil-free
2. Light on skin.
3. Get absorbed quickly.
4. Wonderful,classy,feminine fragrance.
5. The fragrance stays all-day-long.
6. Travel friendly packaging.
7. Right consistency.

My Dislikes:
1. I don't know the exact price,still its way to expensive for me in a 75ml packaging.
2. I expected a fancier packaging at this price.

Last Word:
Most wonderful perfumed body lotion I've ever used. I’d say it’s a luxurious product for me, which I use only for special occasions.

Repurchase:
*mushy eyed waiting for someone to gift it to her*

Overall Rating: 4.8/5

17/05/2012

My Summer Loves :)

17.5.12 27 Comments
As a kid,I could never understand the poem "Shall I Compare Thee To A Summers Day". I kept wondering,what came in Shakespeare's mind to compare his beloved's beauty to a summers's day. Obviously I had no idea summers in England are cool and pleasant. But back in our beloved motherland, you say summer and I am reminded of heat,sweat,sun tans,umbrellas,scarfs,sunblock...blah..blah..blah. So much so that I even feel like choosing my clothes and footwear on the basis of SPF they contain ;) Funny but that's the sorry state of summers in India,more so if you are a Homo Sapien and choose North India as your Habitat.
But summers are not just about scorching heat and considering we are brand ambassadors of Positive Thinking and quite adept in finding a silver line behind dark clouds,we do find our ways of beating the summer sun. The rising mercury has its own fair share of beauty in the form of pastels,flowing chiffons,cool ice-creams,peachy cheeks,coral lips and fuschia nails :) (Oh! I wanna dress up now)
Alright stopping the rant and fast forward to My Summer Loves:

1.Jovees Sun block SPF45
 Bought this last month from an online shopping site and almost loving it.Its water resistant,oil-free,has SPF 45,non-greasy and affordable..Do I need to say anything more?

2.Patanjali Aloevera Gel
 I keep this in my refrigerator and the moment I return home from a harsh sun,I apply this aloevera gel. It instantly soothes the skin and to quite an extent keeps acne and blemishes at bay.Totally love it.

3.Favorite Summer Lipsticks:
I am a self confessed lipstick addict (though I admit my collection would be super micro against that of you gals) Currently I'm loving a lot of peachy-pinky-corals..almost anything with an orange undertone.Few of are My Summer Loves are:

4.Favorite Summer Nail Paints:
I love painting my nails and toes and summers are times when your feet come out of shoes and socks,requires pampering and needs show off ;)
My Summer Loves are:

5.Perfume: Bvlgari Omnia Crystalline
Apart from a few Itars which are my patent and I swear by them,this is one perfume I am lovin' these days.I am bad in describing fragrance (yet to study the notes),will take some time and do the review!

6.Diamonds Pearls & Junk:
 I am though not a big jewelery fan,but whatever tiny miny I wear,I like them to compliment the whole look..some traditional and some contemporary..enjoy the pics!!!


Can you guess the price of the multi coloured chunky beads necklace? I'm sure you can't...guess guess..I tell u later :)

7.N Fresh Refreshing Facial Wipes:
I picked up these at dollar store randomly.You can read what all it does on the pack itself..and it stands true to most of what it says.Its refreshing and it is alchohol free.

Apart from these,I'm loving coloured pencil eyeliners in blue,green and plum and apart from personal care and makeup I'm loving Ghar Ki Lassi  and Aam ka Panna :) :) :)

Hope you all enjoyed the post. Do share your summer loves :)

Happy Summers :)



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