The Brown Muses: brand story

BRAND STORY: Rasa Lila India

brand story Monday, November 07, 2016

It is always fun to discover a brand that is so dedicated and sincere towards what it does. The series primarily focuses on green beauty brands, and today we are bringing to our readers, the story of Rasa Lila India.

THE STORY OF RASA LILA INDIA:

Rasa Lila was born after a lifetime affair of consciously choosing to create an Eco-friendly sustainable lifestyle for all of us that need not be difficult or expensive.

Much power to the tradition of Pre-Cycling (creating minimal to zero waste, where recycling won't be required) & understanding that natural products are simple and harmless because Nature is simple, serene & beautiful .

Our philosophy itself begins from formulating products that do not harm the environment, whether in their production, use or disposal.

We focus on products that when in use, help conserve energy, minimize carbon footprint or the emission of greenhouse gasses and do not lead to substantial toxicity or pollution to the environment.
Rasa Lila India products are biodegradable, recyclable or compostable. Hence, they do not harm the environment or upset the ecological balance when they are disposed off.

Going green is the new "swag"! It is a smarter way to meet your daily needs, and now that "Our mad for nature" minds and products are a year old, we're hoping to make wilder formulations.

MY HAUL AND FIRST IMPRESSIONS:

I had been facing terrible hair fall from past few months and I desperately needed something to tackle my hair fall woes. Recently, I purchased Hair Intensive Therapy (hair mask + hair oil), Hair Wash, and a Handmade Soap from Ras Lila India. I had requested the brand to send a sample of their aloe vera gel which they happily did. I have been using the soap, hair oil and hair wash for a while and I can confidently say that the handmade soap is one of the best soaps I have used so far. It smells refreshingly of lime with a hint of mandarin and it instantly makes the bathing experience a refreshing one. I will be doing an in-depth review for all the products pretty soon, so stay tuned.

My Rasa Lila India Haul

As for the packaging, products like gels, hair wash, body wash come in plastic jars and bottles. Whereas, the hair mask comes in a plastic pouch with an outer packaging of a jute bag which looks very classy.

HOW TO PLACE AN ORDER:

To place orders, you may check out brand's Facebook page HERE, or WhatsApp the brand on +91-9483525784.

SHIPPING:

The brand uses DTDC and FedEx to deliver packages across India. Deliveries in Bangalore are done by the staff employed by the brand. Products are dispatched within 48 hours of receiving the payment.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

Since I am in love with their handmade soap, it's anything but obvious that I will recommend the product to our readers. Priced at INR 200 for 100 gm, the soap is made using skin-loving oils and butters, and contains no harsh chemicals or fillers, which is a huge plus.

I hope you guys enjoyed reading about my new discovery. I am pumped to review the products, so keep your eyes peeled to our social media accounts for further updates.

Till next time,

Deepika

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BRAND STORY: Nature Charms

brand story Saturday, October 22, 2016

(Picture Credit: Nature Charms' Facebook Page)

It’s funny how thrilled we get on discovering a personal care brand that caters to handmade and natural products. Aimed at highlighting such brands based in Pakistan and India, this series, is the testimony to our obsession for (and faith in)green beauty products. It is a goldmine (trust me when I say that) for all the people who are inclined towards natural skin, hair and bath and body alternatives or are looking for local brands offering these chemical free products, so stay hooked. Today’s post is about one such brand by the name of Nature Charms.

THE STORY BEHIND THE BRAND’S EVOLUTION:

Nature Charms is a product of Ms. Ayesha’s profound interest in the objects of Nature, from flowers and plant seeds to herbs and essential oils. Mother of three and an internationally published author, this superwoman is an avid reader and every product of hers is an outcome of her thorough research. Her thoughtful product line with zero chemicals targets the skin and hair woes of the girl next door.

BRAND’S PHILOSOPHY:

“We, at Nature Charms, believe that the purity and richness of nature is just perfect to make you look youthful every day. The gifts of nature all by themselves are packed with magical properties to enhance your beauty and natural products have the miraculous ability to heal both externally and internally. Commercial beauty products cost fortunes and yet their harsh and strong chemicals strip your natural radiance. These products damage your skin in the long run, destroying its purity and making it more vulnerable to any change in your body and the outside weather. Year after year, you have no choice but to resort to these chemical laden products that eventually lose their effectiveness and you have to buy even harsher products. Many of today's common skincare complaints like irritation, redness and breakouts are due to these products filled with potent chemicals, fillers, and preservatives, that we apply to our skin on a daily basis.

The products we create at Nature Charms are all natural and lovingly handmade from valuable plants, oils and fruits that tighten the skin, diminish lines and wrinkles, repair discoloration and protect the skin from environmental elements. Our specially formulated blends and recipes provide pure, rich minerals, vitamins, hormones, essential fatty acids, amino acids and enzymes to the skin which it direly needs. The skin readily accepts these foods and you look stunning within a week of application.”

WHAT MAKES NATURE CHARMS DIFFERENT?

“Nature Charms is a line of luxurious, organic, customized and handmade beauty products. We aspire to provide our customers with the most indulgent beauty experience, weaving magic with fresh, pure, and rich gifts of nature. Our unique formulations deliver essential fatty acids, antioxidants, minerals and vitamins that your skin and hair need to stay healthy and lively.

We stand unique as our products are not mass-produced and contain only 1% of FDA approved natural preservative. There are absolutely NO toxic chemicals in our products and all our raw material is simply derived from Nature. We customise each batch of our skin care range for specific skin type and personal skin concern.

We believe that Nature is our ultimate Benefactor and Healer so why not dwell in its abundant bounties and rejoice its magnificence. We promise to provide 100% Halal body care products for our conscious customers, who are aware that 60% of what we put on our body, goes to our blood.”

FIRST IMPRESSIONS OF MY GOODY BAG:

Ayesha sent me the Active Plant Herbals Fairness Cream with Indian Madder and Lupin Seeds. I must say that it is quite thoughtful of her to have the packaging look creative and craft-y as well so that it goes by the theme of these handmade products.

I have been using it for quite some time now and my super dry skin is loving them moisturising feels. It is rich in goat milk, which is known for its skin brightening properties so one says "fairness cream", it does not mean putting on harsh chemicals on your skin for the worse. The regular use of this cream has imparted a healthy glow to my otherwise dead dry, lifeless skin.

Active Herbals Fairness Cream by Nature Charms

The Active Plant Herbals Fairness Cream costs PKR 1500/- for 3 Oz./85 g of the product. The hefty price tag is however justified by the quantity and the presence of all natural, expensive ingredients. The Complete review of the product will be up on the blog soon so you know you’ve got to come back to the blog to get to know more about it, don’t you?

HOW TO PLACE AN ORDER:

To place an order with the brand, head over to the brand’s official Facebook page HERE.

A word of advice: Since a customized fresh batch of the product(s) you order is prepared every time, do not forget to discuss your skin type and allergies (if any), so that Ayesha can recommend the products that target your particular skin concerns and customise the ratio of each product’s ingredients, keeping in context your skin type.

SHIPPING:

Nature Charms is not open to Cash on Delivery (COD) parcels yet so the brand accepts payments via easy paisa or bank transfer only.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

I’m using the Active Herbals Fairness Cream by Nature Charms and I’m quite satisfied with the results so far. It is priced at PKR 1500 for 3 Oz./85 g.

The brand offers many skincare products which are I’m looking forward to getting my hands on the Hand & Foot Cream, Fruit Seeds Mask, Sandalwood and Pomegranate Mask, Sandalwood and Rose Deep Cleansing Dough, Eye Cream, Natural Sun Block, and 20 Magic Herbs Hair Oil from the brand pretty soon.

Hope y’all liked the post. Don’t forget to share your thoughts and temptations in the

comments’ below.

Love,

Samra.

Disclosure: I was sent the product as a PR Sample for review purposes, however, the views expressed hereby are strictly unbiased, based on my personal experience.

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BRAND STORY: Organicmill

brand story Thursday, August 04, 2016

Picture Credit: Organicmill Facebook page

Brand story, which is a new addition to the blog, is an attempt to introduce our readers to green personal care products that are based in India and Pakistan. I have reviewed numerous green beauty products but never spoke about a brand at length. In this series, we are going to share the story of a brand and sometimes you will find us in conversation with the brand owner too (so stay tuned, okay?). I was recently contacted by Ms Dishi Jain who spearheads Organicmill, a brand which makes organic skincare products. So, let me take the opportunity to officially introduce Organicmill to our readers.

THE STORY OF ORGANICMILL:

"Out of my passion want to do something with beauty products. So started with the organic skin care range and named it Organicmill. For this, I did an international course from London University, studied a lot, did experimentation and distributed free samples to relatives and friends.

When finally got the green signal, I decided to start my own brand. Launched first product lip balm in July 2015 and haven't looked back ever since. I have 16 products in my kitty ranging from skin care, hair care, soaps etc. And planning to launch more. My products are cruelty-free, handmade and chemical free.

I formulate, pack, advertise all by myself. Majority of my clients are new mothers as they have got certain skin and hair issues after giving birth."

MY HAUL AND FIRST IMPRESSIONS:

Organicmill Haul

Dishi sent me three products for consideration: a toner, detox clay mask, and a lip balm. I have been using the products for a while now and I can confidently say that I am in love with the lip balm. It is made of shea butter, beeswax, and essential oil and I, being a shea butter lover love anything that contains shea butter in abundance as I've noticed it moisturises my skin (lips in this case) like crazy! I will be reviewing all the products very soon so keep an eye out!

The products come in plastic jars and bottles bearing proper labels which contain info like ingredients, shelf life, price, quantity and usage instructions. I like the clarity and as a customer feel it's my right to know what I am putting on my skin so thumbs up for the packaging.

HOW TO PLACE AN ORDER:

You may hop on to the brand's facebook page here or WhatsApp Ms. Dishi on +91-99716 48091 to place your orders. The products are made to order so the brand might take 2-3 days to dispatch your products. Whilst placing orders please share your skin type, your skin concern, allergies if any so it's easy for Dishi to recommend products which would suit your skin type. Payments are accepted via NEFT or bank deposits.

SHIPPING:

The brand charges flat INR 100 for shipping. If your order value is INR 1500 or above then expect Dishi to pop in freebie(s) for you to try. The products are shipped via reputed courier agencies.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

I have been using the lip balm and I am so in love with it. The lip balm is priced at INR 250 for 10 grams. Though the products are may seem a little pricey but all the products are organic, handmade and chemical free and very little quantity is required so they are sure to last a long time.

I hope y'all loved reading the new addition to the blog! I will be reviewing the products very soon and we have lots of such posts in the pipeline so you guys better check back, okay?

Until next time,

Deepika

Disclosure: This is a sponsored post and I was sent products for review purposes, however, my review is honest and unbiased.

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