Meena Herbal Multani Face Mask

Meena Herbal Multani for oil balancing

 

During my time in India, my sister, mother and I went to a parlour for pedicures and manicures. One strange thing I saw was that they used Multani Mud as a mask for our hands and arms as part of the manicure. I've never seen this in London!

 

We asked where we could find this clay and grabbed some from the shop next door because it is much cheaper than in the UK.

 

The Multani packet inside is a powder which I added rose water and a little honey to make a paste (you can also use milk and olive oil if you have dry skin). To prevent the paste from becoming slightly clumpy, you should mix a little amount of liquid at a time and add more if needed; it is recommended that you leave the mask on for 30 minutes. I found that my skin was definitely softer and brighter. It also helped reduce the appearance of any spots.

 

It is said that over time using Multani pigmentation and scars are less visible.... I guess I will have to see if it does work in the long run.

 

Have you ever used this type of mud mask? Which do you think works on your skin the best? Everybody is different!

 

Priyanka xx

Trying to Make That Stubborn Frizz, Ease....

Frizz. I hate it.

Frizzy hair is just not my ideal look even though some people might be able to rock it.

 

Due to having bleached colour, naturally wavy, slightly dry hair; the smallest amount of rain and wind can often lead of stands of frizz from creeping into my fresh hair. I try to only wash my hair twice a week maximum and once a week is usually fine for me (I am a lazy girl).

When blow drying my hair, I like to use John Frieda's Frizz Ease Anti Frizz Primer by applying it on damp hair. I only purchased this recently and have found that actually it has been making a huge difference by eliminating the 'just washed puffy' dance my hair likes to do the day after.

I also have been using the Straight Fixation Smoothing Cream on the front crown section of my hair. I find that even when I'm not styling my hair much I will blow dry the front areas straight so that I at least can look decent.

 

I have used the Flawlessly Straight Conditioner once and then straightened my hair. I found that it locks in lots of shine in my hair so that even if you straighten your hair with a not so great straightener it doesn't look damaged and in fact makes you straightened hair last longer without needing retouches.

 

I would recommend all these product to you if you would like to make your frizz ease (you get the joke?!) and tame your lovely strands. However, adding to much of any of these will weight your hair down because they are quite concentrated products.

 

Let me know what other products you have found works to keep your hair lovely and smooth.

 

Priyanka xx

Indeed Labs Hydraluron Moisture Boosting Facial Serum

What else do I need to add to my facial routine?

A Serum? Ha, who needs a serum?

Wait, what is a serum again?

 

I don't know about you but that was what was going through my head....

 

However, now you can see that I found out that a facial serum is an essential part of any girl's skin care ritual as its aids long term skin issues that is not targeted by simple moisturisers and cleansers.  

 

For a long time, I felt that my skin was really dry on the surface and tough underneath and therefore it had also lost all of its plumpness and general glow. I purchased Indeed Labs Hydraluron Moisture Booster Serum and I know for a fact that now my skin it a million times more plum and hydrated!

 

I would never lie about my opinion on a product but I do believe that over several months, much more moisture has been locked deeper into my skin so that I do not experience much surface dryness as before (as I used to have red patches that turned dark over time).

 

If you are going through the same problem I would definitely give this serum a try because it is much more affordable than other serums out there. The price is £16.66 from boots and you only need to use a pea sized amount under your moisturiser in the mornings and evenings.

 

If you are looking for a little more plumpness in your skin I would also recommend Superfacialist Rose Miracle Makeover Facial Oil which I wrote a blog post you can check out here .

 

Let me know if you have tested out other serums and which ones you have found have worked best on your skin.

 

Priyanka xx

Rimmel Lasting Finish Mono Blush Vs Max Factor Creme Puff Blush

Over summer, my favourite blush hit base.

 

And when my makeup hit base, man, I can get teary eyed.

 

I have been loving the Rimmel Lasting Finish Mono Blush in Santa Rose for a very long time. It is the perfect natural blush colour which also does the job of contouring my face quickly due to the way it compliments my, slightly tanned, skin.

 

The blush is incredibly easy to blend into the skin and has a smooth and flawless finish, even when you aren't trying hard. The product is very buildable, can be removed off the skin easily with a tissue (if you feel you have applied too much) and lasts all day. Even during the summer, when my face has been sweaty, this blush has not budged even the slightest off my face. I would say this colour would look great on pretty much any skin tone.

 

After my favourite Rimmel blush had run out, I felt adventurous and wanted to try something new. On another trip over to boots, I picked up Max Factor Creme Puff Blush in Seductive Pink but was a little disappointed with the product.

 

When I headed out, I wanted something that would do the job of a higher end product but for a drugstore price. I heard that these blushes where similar to the Hourglass Ambient Blush but I found that it looked overly bright and powdery on my skin. I found that I was taking a ridiculously long time to blend the blush into my face and even after all the time put in, I usually had to wipe some of the product off my skin again because it didn't look quite right.

 

Overall, I would heavily recommend the Rimmel Lasting Finish Blush to everyone out there! It really is a perfect blush for giving you a  luminous healthy and natural glow all year round.

 

Would you recommend any blushes that you have found give a healthy boost to your face?  

 

Priyanka xx

Change Your Shampoo and Conditioner to Help Your Dry Hair

 "Surely a simple change in the shampoo and conditioner game can't really fix my dry, frizzy hair can it?"

 

"Well, I guess not, so I'm never going to try it out"

 

This was exactly my mental thought process whilst I was walking past Holland and Barrett and I'm so glad that I finally made up my mind and actually walked into the store.

 

There are different hair products to suit different needs but the thing you need to look out for when choosing a shampoo is if it is SULPHATE FREE by checking the ingredients. This is because the sulphate in the products over time weakens the hair strands which means that your hair is more prone to breakage.... which in my opinion means more frizz.

 

However, switching to a sulphate free shampoo helps the hair retain moisture, natural oils and also helps hair colour last from longer.

 

What's My Experience?

 

After I used the Dr Organic Vitamin E Shampoo and Conditioner which were £5.49 each (which is very reasonably priced) I have found that my hair has improved in how healthy it looks and generally has become less dry.

 

The conditioner is amazing! You can trust that it 'penetrates your hair' and really injects moisture into the hair strands rather than other shampoos that I have used which makes my hair feel shiny on the surface but when I rinse my hair, its all just a disguise.

 

My tip would be to let the conditioner sink into your hair for a good 3-4 minutes whilst you're in the shower and then not to completely rinse the product out. The most concentrated should be towards the tips of the hair rather than the scalp to prevent a build up of product at your scalp.

 

Do you have any products which you have used that have helped nourished your hair?

 

Priyanka xx

Malin + Goetz : Grapefruit Face Cleanser, Vitamin e Face Moisturizer and Lip Moisturizer Review

 

With my £5 WHSmith voucher I knew exactly what I was going to buy.

 

I needed a magazine.

 

Yes.

 

One of those glossy, white, fashion and beauty filled magazines that I hadn't even dared to touch because of those exams that I have now completely erased for my memory- and for a very good cause.

 

Nobody really likes being locked in studying.

 

And lucky me, a travel size Malin +Goetz set was what I got with my July edition of Elle.

 

Grapefruit Face Cleanser

 

This is a really hydrating and gentle face cleanser which actually smells really lovely! I feel like that this would be better to use in the morning when you know you haven't been sweating and don't need to properly remove any makeup or dirt from your face as you would do in the evening.

 

It doesn't foam up very much and has a similar gel like texture as the Simple Refreshing Facial Wash Gel which I also brought a year ago in a travel size version when I was out camping.

 

This would be great for people with especially sensitive skin but cleans skin just as well.

 

Vitamin e Face Moisturiser

 

On the back of the product it does recommend using a small amount of product because it is very concentrated. However, a usually moisturize my face a little more (even if that means I might have to put on a little more powder on my face, to prevent any oiliness) as my skin is on the slightly more dry side.

 

That being said, using more product on my face worked better for me, but I would not recommend this as a night cream as it doesn't have enough creaminess to lock in moisture during the night.  

 

Lip Moisturizer

 

If all lip balms and all Vaseline tins were this good, I would be smothering the gels all over my lips all day, so much that people around me would be heavily concerned!

 

The product is a clear gel like substance and is so immensely hydrating that you only actually need the tiniest amount on your lips to feel like they are fully moisturized. I also found that the hydration lasts a very long time, doesn't easily wash off under a little water or whilst eating food. The best thing is that it makes your lips look much smoother.

 

It is really a pleasant surprise and I think everyone would love it as basic lip product.

 

I really need to find a lip moisturiser, as perfect as this one, but one that is more readily available. If anyone has any recommendations I would love to know!

 

Priyanka xx

Favorite Blowdry Products

Some people have difficulty dealing with their hair in humidity, but I struggle with my hair in the rain and wind.

Urgg.

It annoys me so much that after I spend my precious time washing and drying my hair to fall how I want it, all ready for a new week- it just turns into shambles on the short walk to school (even if I try to keep my hood up, see where I am going whilst also attempting to look decent and awake).

Then I get to school and I feel all my efforts have gone to waste.

Anyway, when my blow drying efforts are kind enough stay I find that these 3 products are the best:

- Charles Worthington Volume and Bounce Body Booster Moose

I recently bought this product because my old moose ran out. It does exactly what it says - if you use a round brush (this is the new one that has been saving my life recently), it gives you a TON of volume...its scares me a little sometimes but we don't have to mention that to anyone else.

- John Frieda Straight Fixation Styling Crème

 

I bought this product a long time ago; I only use it for my fringe/bang area by putting a little product brushing it through and then blow drying it upwards.

- Heat Protectant  

Okayy. Im guilty.

I always forget to use protectant but I am realising that heat can actually damage your hair after repetitive use.

Guys. Use it!

I would appreciate so much if you could let me know how to dry your hair or the products you use to keep you hair looking... sane.

Priyanka xx

New Buys | Denman Thermoceramic Barrel

Winter and my hair doesn't seem to get on very well.

No, that would be an understatement.

They hate each other.

I preach the whole, 'Embrace What Your Born With' thing but I do wish that my hair was a little more manageable because the lovely kinks at the front of my hair are not very lovely at all.

I watched some videos to see how to blow dry the front of your hair so I flows away from the face when I realised that I really need a round brush.

The annoying thing about me is when I want something, I will do my best to get it as soon as possible, so I bought the Denman Thermoceramic Barrel from Boots for £8.79, which by the way, I have been absolutely loving!

I does everything it says I will: smooth, high speed, quick and simple styling. I tried straightening my hair with this and it took me just under 20 minutes which is incredibly fast compared to other times where it has taken me around an hour (yes, imma stingy perfectionist). It can also curl your hair but I have yet to try that puzzle.

Seriously, don't take my word for how helpful a round brush is... go out and buy one and then thank me for making your life that little bit less complicated:)

Priyanka xx