Yummy Banana Chocolate DIY Mask Recipe!

I have been slacking on skincare for sometime now. Before u guys jump out and accuse me of negligence. No I have been religiously slathering on sunscreen(I am gng to finish up my current bottle!) and moisturizing with utmost care. But the weekend pampering were on a full stop.So 2 weeks back I was in the mood for some chocolate *dairy milk silk* but I knew I would feel too guilty afterwards. And that is when I decided o whip up a choco banana mask :)

It makes my skin super soft and fresh looking :)

U would need :

• A bar of chocolate duh! I used dairy milk but dark chocolates are better ;)
• One ripe banana (small)
• Honey
• Curd
• Lemon juice
• Almond oil/Olive oil
• Coffee powder - For the delicious smell :P It offers scrubbing properties and has caffeine that helps cellulite on the skin to maintain the youthful skin. Plus it is another thing that I miss cuz of my diet boohoo :'(
• Rose oil - A staple of mine for all my face packs :)

 Mix all of them together till u get a semi liquid consistency and apply all over face and neck :)
Guilt free pampering if u r on diet like me :P

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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 Tips of the week #9

Last one I promise :D U can't complain anymore  :P

• Evening primrose oil works fool proof for amazing glowing skin! It helps both oily skin and dry skin :) The skin texture improves and derives an inherent glow :) Helps with acne too :) 
• Another antidote for tan :) Applying fresh milk cream with saffron helps lighten the tan gradually. U can even add sugar for some exfoliation :)

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That's it u can rejoice :P I am done with the feature till next week ;)

Also check out:

Skincare Tips of the week #8
Skincare Tips of the Week #7
Skincare Tip of the Week #6
Garlics and Onions:Skin and Haircare Tips of the Week #5
Skin/Hair Care Tip of The Week #3 :Cold water And Aloe Vera For Hair!
Skin/Hair Care Tip Of The Week #2:Watermelon and Oats for skin
SKIN/HAIR CARE TIP OF THE WEEK #1

Skincare Tips of the week #8

Yeah Another post from the feature in succession :) Hope the tips benefit u ;) 

• Suffering from tan and craving a soothing and cool remedy?? No not talking about aloevera ;) If u are like me and love drinking tender coconut water u can massage the flesh of the tender coconut over the tanned areas! Believe me it feels damn gud ;) 
• Apple juice works as a great natural toner for oily skin by absorbing excess oil and providing sufficient hydration :)

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P.S: Wait! there is 1 more coming up :D

Also check out:

Skincare Tips of the Week #7 Skincare Tip of the Week #6
Garlics and Onions:Skin and Haircare Tips of the Week #5
Skin/Hair Care Tip of The Week #3 :Cold water And Aloe Vera For Hair!
Skin/Hair Care Tip Of The Week #2:Watermelon and Oats for skin
SKIN/HAIR CARE TIP OF THE WEEK #1

Skincare Tips of the Week #7

I know I made empty promises about updating this feature regularly :P 

Let's not talk about it :P So where are the tips u ask?? Keep Reading!

• Love taking hot baths but ur skin hates it?? To avoid drying up of skin apply a mixture of coconut oil,olive oil and Vit E oil before the bath. Allow the concoction to sink in for at least 10 minutes before   jumping into the Jacuzzi ;)
• Want variety in homemade scrub recipes?? Try mixing pomegranate seeds with honey/milk :) Moisturizing exfoliation with anti aging quality!

Also check out :

Skincare Tip of the Week #6

Garlics and Onions:Skin and Haircare Tips of the Week #5

Skin/Hair Care Tip of The Week #3 :Cold water And Aloe Vera For Hair!

Skin/Hair Care Tip Of The Week #2:Watermelon and Oats for skin

SKIN/HAIR CARE TIP OF THE WEEK #1

P.S: I am posting 2 more skincare tip posts successively to make up for the lost time ;)

Skincare : Vedic Line Papaya Scrub Review!

I have dry skin and that is justification enuf to use scrubs once or twice a week ;)

• The packaging is sturdy and consists of a tub with a screw on lid and an additional lid inside to prevent spillage. It is travel friendly but not hygienic.
• The scrub has a muddy color and has a fruity fragrance. The smell is a little overpowering but it does not turn me off.I am quite okay with it.

• It has a creamy texture with not so gritty black scrub particles. The scrub particles are not harsh thou it may seem so from the looks of it. Never felt abrasive on my skin.
• U need medium amounts of it to scrub ur face and neck.But u get a lot in the tub. So this will last long.
• Priced at Rs.275 for 100 ml. Little pricey but u do get a lot of product.
• Skin feels softer and smoother after using the product.
• Due to the creamy texture, dry skin ladies will like it :) 
• Does not dry out my skin.
• It provides little glow to the skin that lasts for a day.

• I do not suffer from acne :touchwood: so I cannot vouch for the "keeping the skin clear" claim. But yes it makes my skin look smooth :)
• Did not irritate my skin or make it sensitive. But as mentioned do not scrub hard. Be gentle on ur skin :) 
• Does not contain Parabens  :) 
• Papaya in general is know to be an excellent antioxidant. Hence it aids against aging.

VERDICT:

If u are looking for a cream based scrub that is paraben free and keeps ur skin smooth then u will like it :) 

DISCLAIMER:

Product sent by brand for Consideration. My opinion is honest as always swear to God ;) 

Also Check out:

Auravedic Skin Polish With Sandal and turmeric Review!
Mineral Glow Scrub By Aroma Magic Skincare Review!
Skincare: Vivel 3-in-1 Face Wash + Scrub Review!

Skincare Tip of the Week #6

Yes this feature still exists :P And Will be updated regularly every Saturday as I had decided initially :)

Moving on to the tips :

• Dark Circles: For dark circles, apply a paste of cucumber seeds and curd. Cucumber seeds is a great source of Silica.And u guys would have known silica is essential for skin's elasticity.Hence applying the paste to ur face helps in maintaining youthful skin :)
• Tanned/Discolored Lips: f ur lips have become tanned and discolored due to sun/usage of cheap makeup U can treat it by mashing boiled beetroots and applying the paste on ur lips (overnight).
• Quick Facial :If u r someone who never has time for facials and the like before parties/outings ,freeze orange/strawberry juice into ice cubes beforehand.Rub the cubes all over face and neck for a quick brightening treatment :) The ice cubes shrink your pores making the skin look smoother and the nutrients from the juice rejuvenate ur face! 

**UPDATE**
I forgot to mention that you r nt supposed to use the ice cubes directly over ur face.Wrap it in a cloth preferably cotton and then press and dab on your skin :)

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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 :)