Skincare of the Week #10 : Sapota Juice!

• Another fruit found everywhere this season is Sapota! Sapota is rich in anti oxidants that help with anti aging and also helps in acquiring smooth skin texture ;)

So drink Sapota juice and save a little in d end to apply on ur face :)

Skincare: Auravedic Pure Aloe Vera Gel Review!

Aloe vera is one of nature's wonder product!
Have acne??
Need moisturization?
Dry hair/split ends?
Dull skin??
 Get rid of them with aloe vera :)

Click on this link to read my review on Lotus aloe vera gel : Lotus aloehydra aloe vera gel review
I have aloe vera plant at home.But as u can deduce from my irregularity of posts at the blog that I own a lazy soul.My lotus gel got over too. So when Auravedic contacted me to test and review this product I agreed :)

• The packaging consists of a heavy plastic jar with a screw on lid and an additional sheet to prevent soiling of the gel.
• It is exactly same as that of the Fab India packaging!Coincidence?? 
• Not exactly travel friendly but since it is not glass U can take chances :P
• The pure aloe vera gel has green tea and pomegranate also as its main ingredients.
• Green tea is known for its anti aging and cleansing properties.
• Pomegranate is used for acne treatment and anti aging.Also helps cuts and scrapes.
• The gel is not tested on animals and is free of parabens, SLS , harmful chemicals and colors.How cool is that!
• The gel is pure white in color that becomes colorless on application.
• The texture is gel like obviously and gets absorbed in seconds.Gives a soft matte effect.
• Possesses a lemony fragrance which is refreshing and welcome change from flowery scents.
• The hydration level will suit oily and normal skin.
• Dry skin will need to layer another moisturizer like I do (atleast in the winters).
• For humid climates,this could be your HG moisturizer.
• It brightens and calms down the skin :) Makes me look fresh for a long time!

VERDICT:
Great natural moisturizer for oily and normal skin.
Due to the presence of natural extracts,essential oils, it may not suit everyone.So please do a patch test beforehand.

For moisturizers for dry skin u can click on the following links:
Lotus Herbals Alphamoist Moisturizer review 
Aroma Magic Almond lotion review

DISCLAIMER: 
Product sent by brand for consideration.But my opinions are honest I swear to God :) 

Auravedic Skin Polish With Sandal and turmeric Review!

It is easy to overlook the benefits of scrub.I know very few of my friends actually know its use and ignore it yet ;)
So lemme me enlighten u!
For the uninitiated, our skin has tiny pores.When we r exposed to pollution, dirt and grime gets entrapped into the pores as well as excess oil if u have oily skin leading to clogged pores.While a facewash removes the dirt from the surface it is critical to go deeper and clear the clogged pores atleast once in a week.Otherwise it leads to dull skin,blackheads,whiteheads,acne and the list goes on.
                                  Better safe than sorry so grab a srub for ur skintype or make a DIY scrub with sugar and olive oil :)
                               
The product am going to review is: Refer the title;)

This is what I found on their website:
With every Auravedic product, you are getting years of knowledge in nature and research, following the principles of Ayurveda.
We select each and every ingredient for their individual properties to create the best product for you.
Come experience 100% purity with Auravedic.

About the product:
It is touted as their best seller :)
It has red sandal,turmeric and jojoba beads as main ingredients.And most importantly it is Free of Parabens, SLS, and hamful chemicals !!

My say on the product:

• The Scrub is in toned down brick red color.
• Has a creamy texture.
• U need to apply it,massage for a min or so and leave it on a for a few minutes.I usually lhave it on for 5 mins.
• The scrub particles are not harsh and possess just the right amount of grittiness.
• Since it has a creamy texture,it does not dry my skin out.
• It has natural ingredients which is my favorite criteria for any skincare product :)
• It brightens my skin and leaves it soft and smooth.I have a slight tan on my neck and after 3 uses it has reduced it considerably!
• I have read that red sandalwood helps with uneven skin tone,anti aging and acne.Though I do not suffer from any of those as of now I have this feeling that the scrub will help those of u suffering from it.
• Oily skin may find it slippery but it works on my sister's and mum's skin.They quite like it (that would be an understatement ;) ). 

VERDICT:
It is definitely one of the best scrubs I have tried and would wholeheartedly recco to my readers and I am not saying this because it a PR sample :) No wonder it is a best seller.I am definitely going to try more products from this brand.

U can get their products from http://www.auravedic.com or healthkart,goodlife and jabong also house them :)

A Quick Tip: After scrubbing, apply a paste of oats,milk,almond oil,turmeric and lemon to ur face.Wash it off after 10 mins to get the most wonderful glow this winter ;) U can add rose oil to it for better hydration.

Disclaimer: Product sent by brand for consideration.But my opinions are honest I swear to God :)

My Ultimate Aid for Dark Circles!

I wanted to share a product that is a blessing for my dark circles!I am a total insomniac and result??dark circles that make my eyes look all d more hollow.So while scouring net for remedies I came across "Tea bags". I drink Green Tea (love) everyday and hence decided to use them for my horrendous circles ;)

And the results I tell u are great.And y:

• Green Tea has Antioxidants which r key anti aging elements.Eye area is more prone to aging compared to rest of ur body(wrinkles!)
• Has EGCG which is an anti inflammatory.
• It reduces Puffing since it contains Caffeine.
• Massaging the eye area with tea bags helps eliminate the dilation around the eyes.
• Cold massages..aahhhh is so relaxing!
• Tightens the area around eyes to prevent sagging.

So all in all it works as a prefect tool against dark circles :D So ladies it is time to refrigerate ur green tea bags without dumping them  ;)

I usually use Organic India's green tea with tulsi (loose) but since I ran out of them I got these which taste rather like a punishment than a treat.U can prepare tea bags by placing the used tea leaves in a clean muslin cloth and tying it into a knot!

Also Green Tea works as an excellent toner for oily/combination skin.I used it for my dry(very) skin.It felt refreshing initially but then skin felt tighter(mayb it is the ECGC) and in need of moisturiser.
But no worries dry skinnies U can make an anti aging pack by mixing green tea leaves and honey which is moisturising too :) Add milk for an extra moisture boost :)

P.S: Try these and tell me how they worked for u :)