Skincare
Avène Cleanance Hydra Soothing Cream Review
November 25, 2016 • beauty, review, Skincare
I bought this soothing cream a few weeks ago with my
cleanance gel and I did a little review of the cleanance range.
What it says: Restores skin comfort. For skin left dry and
irritated by medical treatments.
Aimed at: Oily, blemish prone skin as is the rest of the
cleanance range.
Quantity: 40ml
Now I’ve got the important specs
aside, I want to get into the details. This soothing cream comes in a 40ml tube
and is enriched with avene thermal spring water which is also in every product of the cleanance range.When I first got this I opened it and squeezed a
little bit out the first evening after washing my face and a clear serum like
liquid came out of the tube. It got me really confused because the box read
“cream” so that’s what I was expecting on contrary to a gel/serum. I
immediately thought there might be some mistake.
I squeezed it a good 3-4 times
and a clear serum is all that came out of the tube. I put it on my face just to
test it and it did feel very rich and moisturizing and didn’t smell bad so I
was confused what went wrong with it. Instantly I started panicking wondering
if I had got a really bad batch and I’ve ruined my skin by putting on cream
that has gone bad. It was a natural reaction to put it on because I had
squeezed a fair bit of it and it didn’t feel right to waste it because this
stuff is expensive for only 40ml.
The Avène Cleanance Range Review
November 8, 2016 • beauty, collection, Skincare
Hypoallergenic - Non Comedogenic - Cruelty Free
The weather's been changing and becoming much drier now so my skin needed some new gentle products that are moisturising as well. In summer, I'm all about using super effective products for keeping oil at bay but in winter, my skin starts craving for some moisture. So I decided to go for the Avene Cleanance Range as I heard it's good for sensitive and acne prone skin. I don't have acne all the time but products do break me out easily and almost nothing suits my skin so I tend to only go for ranges that say "sensitive" on the labels and still there is no guarantee if it's going to actually work for me. I picked up their Cleanance Gel Cleanser and Hydra Soothing Cream along with couple of other items so I was eligible for "5ml" sized samples of three other products of the same range which I think was really amazing as I could get an overall idea of how the range is and if I liked anything I could purchase the full size. All of these products have a mild scent to them. Nothing too overpowering but leaning towards "mediciny" if you know what I mean! Now onto how they work on my oily/combination skin.
1. Cleanance Gel Cleanser : I wanted to pick this up for its "soap free" claim which is very beneficial for me as any cleanser with soap dries out my cheeks pretty bad and gives me dry patches however I do need an effective oil free cleanser for my Tzone. This one works great for my skin so far. It is very gentle, lathers pretty well even though it says its soap free so I'm not sure how that works. I use the tiniest amount like 1 drop everyday. I only use it in the mornings to wash by face and remove any excess oil that has been building up all night. I think the quantity is amazing too as this giant bottle is going to last me a good while. This 100% doesn't dry my skin up and I could tell a difference from my Clean and Clear cleanser which made me feel so dry when I used to use it a couple of weeks back. It removes the dirt without stripping my skin of it's moisture.
2. Cleanance Hydra Soothing Cream : This one's designed for oily skin that has been dried out by acne medications or combination skin in general which dries out because of a lot of facewashes and lotions formulated for oily skin. I also have had dry patches from using topical acne treatments for the occasional spot once or twice a month. I have a whole different post coming up about this product (So stay tuned for that) because I had quite a funny experience with it but overall the moisturising power is good and it didn't break me out even though it's quite a rich, hydrating cream which has almost never happened before. I used to prefer keeping my skin less moisturized with matte lotions to avoid breaking out from heavier creams in winter and not properly caring for the dry parts of my skin. So this is truly a product designed for people like me. ( I've also got a detailed review and experience of the hydra soothing cream which is you should definitely read before purchasing this product)
Bio Oil Review & Experience
June 10, 2016 • beauty, review, Skincare
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This is a product I've been contemplating buying for a while and I finally took the plunge before summer started about 3 and a half months ago, ie-end of March. I was intrigued about it because of all the positive reviews and the really affordable price confused me and I didn't know what to expect. Any skincare oils in the market other than this one is expensive and quite worth the investment if your skin really needs it but I hadn't come across something more for the body before that also promised of actual good results. I first picked it out with the intention to use it on three main problems I have with my body - uneven skin tone from hyper pigmentation, weird tan lines from wearing certain types of footwear and scars(mainly childhood and some from ingrown hairs). Now I must mention that not all of them were huge in size and some scars that I was treating were quite tiny but they still bothered me collectively.
I started using it thrice a week before going to bed without having to overdo it because I was still testing it out at this point. The box does mention using it everyday and twice a day but I just figured I'll start slow. The oil is of a very light consistency and has a very pleasant smell without being overpowering. It looks orange in the bottle but comes out totally clear on the skin. The best part is it gets soaked up into the skin pretty quickly, I'd say within 10 minutes and without leaving the area greasy. I would still not consider using it during the day, if I was putting on nicer, going out clothes just in case but there has been absolutely no staining on my night clothes. As I kept using it for a month, I immediately noticed the hyper pigmented areas got a shade lighter. It was a very gradual change but it was noticeable after a while.
Review : Iraya Manjistha Eye Contour Gel
May 18, 2015 • beauty, eyecare, eyegel, india, iraya, manjistha, Skincare
Hey there!
This week has been really long and busy. Since I have my holidays now, I have been busy cleaning up, organizing and making plans with my friends and family. I have a new review for you guys! It is Iraya's Manjistha Eye Contour Gel. I got this product in my April Fab Bag and I used it for the past week or so every single night before going to bed. I think I sort of have an idea of what I feel about the product or what it does for me. So it is the ideal time to write a review on it.
What the product says :
Easy to use, nutrient-rich eye care in a gel form. With the extracts of Indian madder(manjistha) and lavender essential oil, helps cool the eyes, reduce puffiness and swelling, minimize dark circles and fine lines. Regular use protects and brightens the eye area.
Ingredients List :
RUBIA CORDFOLIA, BERBERIS ARISTATA, ALOE INDICA, VEGETABLE GLYCERINE, CELLULOSE GUM, XANTHAN GUM, CITRUS GRANDIS, PHENOXYETHANOL, ESSENTIAL OILS OF LAVENDER.
Quantity: 20 grams.
Price: Rs 350/-
My Review:
I love trying out under eye products because I do get puffy eyes and also have bad under eye circles because I don't sleep too much.( Typical college student) I am also really cautious and scared to try out these eye products because I have really sensitive skin and the skin under our eyes is probably the most sensitive parts of our bodies. This particular eye gel comes in a really cute glass jar with a metal screw on lid. It is deep burgundy in colour and feels like jello in a jar. I can only imagine how this'll feel if it is stored in the refrigerator. The minute I opened the jar, a really strong, ayurvedic scent filled the room. So it has a really strong, herbal scent to it but it disappears after the initial application.
Pros :
1. Really sturdy glass jar packaging which is also looks cute with my makeup collection.
2. The price is economical. Most eye creams/gels start from Rs 500 and go upto 2000 or even more if you're looking at high end brands.
3. It is really cooling under the eyes and I love that aloe is one of the ingredients which is very good for sensitive skin or just all skin types in general.
4. Comes in a decent sized packaging which is also travel friendly.
5. It quickly absorbs into the skin and the strong herbal scent disappears once applied and blended.
6. It is amazing with puffiness. There was one night this week when I got only 4 hours of sleep when I decided to use this before going to bed and I looked quite fresh the next morning.
Cons:
1. It doesn't help with dark circles at all. It is still understandable since dark circles aren't something that can be treated with a short term use of a product or sometimes it cannot be treated at all(when it is due to genetics). However it can be minimized, like it says in the description of the product so it isn't misleading.
2. The scent is a bit too strong and since you're putting it on your face, some people might not be too fond of it. It is probably the manjistha which imparts it's herbal scent. It is easy to get used to after a few uses.
So it is a good eye gel if you want to try out something but don't want to shell out a lot of money for an eye product. It's texture sort of reminds me of the garnier eye roll on which was one of my favourite products and the cooling sensation is comparable to that. I wish this came with the metal roller type packaging. That would be amazing.
Rating:
6.5/10
That's all for today. I hope you enjoyed this review.
Have a nice day!
This week has been really long and busy. Since I have my holidays now, I have been busy cleaning up, organizing and making plans with my friends and family. I have a new review for you guys! It is Iraya's Manjistha Eye Contour Gel. I got this product in my April Fab Bag and I used it for the past week or so every single night before going to bed. I think I sort of have an idea of what I feel about the product or what it does for me. So it is the ideal time to write a review on it.
What the product says :
Easy to use, nutrient-rich eye care in a gel form. With the extracts of Indian madder(manjistha) and lavender essential oil, helps cool the eyes, reduce puffiness and swelling, minimize dark circles and fine lines. Regular use protects and brightens the eye area.
Ingredients List :
RUBIA CORDFOLIA, BERBERIS ARISTATA, ALOE INDICA, VEGETABLE GLYCERINE, CELLULOSE GUM, XANTHAN GUM, CITRUS GRANDIS, PHENOXYETHANOL, ESSENTIAL OILS OF LAVENDER.
Quantity: 20 grams.
Price: Rs 350/-
My Review:
I love trying out under eye products because I do get puffy eyes and also have bad under eye circles because I don't sleep too much.( Typical college student) I am also really cautious and scared to try out these eye products because I have really sensitive skin and the skin under our eyes is probably the most sensitive parts of our bodies. This particular eye gel comes in a really cute glass jar with a metal screw on lid. It is deep burgundy in colour and feels like jello in a jar. I can only imagine how this'll feel if it is stored in the refrigerator. The minute I opened the jar, a really strong, ayurvedic scent filled the room. So it has a really strong, herbal scent to it but it disappears after the initial application.
Pros :
1. Really sturdy glass jar packaging which is also looks cute with my makeup collection.
2. The price is economical. Most eye creams/gels start from Rs 500 and go upto 2000 or even more if you're looking at high end brands.
3. It is really cooling under the eyes and I love that aloe is one of the ingredients which is very good for sensitive skin or just all skin types in general.
4. Comes in a decent sized packaging which is also travel friendly.
5. It quickly absorbs into the skin and the strong herbal scent disappears once applied and blended.
6. It is amazing with puffiness. There was one night this week when I got only 4 hours of sleep when I decided to use this before going to bed and I looked quite fresh the next morning.
Cons:
1. It doesn't help with dark circles at all. It is still understandable since dark circles aren't something that can be treated with a short term use of a product or sometimes it cannot be treated at all(when it is due to genetics). However it can be minimized, like it says in the description of the product so it isn't misleading.
2. The scent is a bit too strong and since you're putting it on your face, some people might not be too fond of it. It is probably the manjistha which imparts it's herbal scent. It is easy to get used to after a few uses.
So it is a good eye gel if you want to try out something but don't want to shell out a lot of money for an eye product. It's texture sort of reminds me of the garnier eye roll on which was one of my favourite products and the cooling sensation is comparable to that. I wish this came with the metal roller type packaging. That would be amazing.
Rating:
6.5/10
That's all for today. I hope you enjoyed this review.
Have a nice day!
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