Hello beauties!! After replacing my skincare stash with natural and chemical free products, I was on a lookout for natural and chemical free hair products. After much searching I did come across a handful number of brands that made such products. But my excitement level soar when I found that one of my favourite natural and handmade bath and body brand is coming out with shampoo. After our numerous WhatsApp chats, Mrs Bhavana, the founder of the brand very generously sent me a sample of the newly launched Rosemary Gentle Hair Cleanser. Let's see how the cleanser fared for me:

About the product:

Do you suffer from itchy, dry, oily, and dandruff prone scalp? When you leave your hair open do your cheeks feel red due to the sensitivity of silicone in your hair products? Is your neck and back itchy and develops acne?

We face many problems due to our hair and scalp. Many suffer from acne on the forehead and back because of dandruff and oily scalp.

My solution for this is a good shampoo that not only gently cleans our scalp but reduces dandruff, itch, flakiness and oilyness. Harsh surfactants, silicones and many other unnatural chemicals create these problems without us even knowing what really caused it in the first place.

Our blend of glucosides (Decyl Glucoside, Lauryl Glucoside, Coco Glucoside) is a extremely mild and gentle surfactant blend which can also be used on kids. These replace the harsh sulphates and betaines giving our scalp and hair the nourishment it deserves.

Extracts such as bhringraj, avocado and arnica is an added benefit that helps prevent early greying, dandruff and help reduce hairfall with regular use.

Silk and Argan oil provide shine and sheen to the hair while pro vitamin b5 helps thicken and make our hair look nice and fluffy.

Follow this up with our conditioner for a lovely shine and hair conditioning.

Price: INR 300 for 170 gm
Shelf Life: 8 months from the date of manufacturing
Available: Here
Ingredients: Decyl glucoside, lauryl glucoside, coco glucoside, water, bhringraj extract, arnica extract, avocado extract, hydrolized silk, pro vitamin b5, Rosemary essential oil, preservative(phenoxyethanol), guarsilk(light conditioner and hair softener) and cetrimonium chloride(det angler), carbomer(thickener gel maker), citric acid(ph balancer)



My Experience:

During winters my scalp and length both get quite dry and I desperately need something that would provide relief and hydration to my hair. I'm very particular about the hair products I use and I wouldn't put anything on my hair until and unless I am sure about the ingredients. The shampoo that I am going to use today is natural and devoid of harsh chemicals. It does have a mild and gentle surfactant which is safe when compared to hair cleansers loaded with Parabens, SLS & SLES etc.

The shampoo is called Rosemary Gentle Hair Cleanser which comes in a plastic pump dispenser bottle. The shampoo is originally thick in consistency but I was sent the sample pack hence the consistency is runny and the labels are not there. The final product which was launched will be thick in consistency and bear labels so do not worry. The shampoo is golden brown in colour and smells heavily of rosemary. The bottle is slightly on the bulkier side hence it is not travel friendly. I am glad the bottle has a pump dispenser which gives me control over the amount of product I want. I used the cleanser to wash my hair twice a week. I made sure I diluted the cleanser before using which ensured less usage of the product. However in the beginning when I had started using the cleanser my hair took time to adapt. I mean I was already using a natural and chemical free cleanser but still my hair took time to adapt to this cleanser. Despite the fact that the cleanser cleaned my scalp really well but it left my lengths dry which had to followed up with a conditioner. But after 5-6 uses my hair adapted well to cleanser and the post usage dryness that I experienced reduced considerably however that didn't stop me from following it up with a conditioner because it's a habit and I cannot help it, oh well. The cleanser produces very mild lather and doesn't have a strong smell making it perfect for beauties with sensitive noses. One thing that must be noted is that the cleanser is very mild therefore it may not remove the oil completely. I never washed my oiled hair with it so I wouldn't know.

I air dry my hair and after drying I even noticed a slight increase in the volume of my hair which was super impressive and not only that my hair was soft too, I could not stop touching it lol. As the name suggests the main ingredient of the shampoo is rosemary which is known to stimulate hair growth, increase scalp circulation, revitalizes hair, removes product/cal build up to leave your hair shiny and soft.

Overall, Pure Suds Rosemary Gentle Hair Cleanser is a decent cleanser which cleans the scalp effectively, makes hair soft, is super gentle on the scalp/hair and increases volume too without overly drying the hair.



Pros:

• Natural, handmade and cruelty free.
• Free of Parabens, SLS and SLES.
• Super gentle on the hair/scalp.
• Contains goodness of rosemary.
• Cost effective - very little quantity is required.
• Increases volume to an extent.
• Makes hair soft.

Cons:

• Availability.
• Might make the hair dry.

Until next time,

Deepika

Disclosure: This product is a sample and the views and opinions expressed hereby are strictly unbiased, based on my personal experience. 

Hello beauty junkies! Here's wishing y'all belated Happy Republic Day. Hope y'all caught the parade on TV. Moving on to the product which I am gonna review today. As y'all might be knowing my skin gets extremely dry during winter seasons and to keep it hydrated for a long time I need a moisturiser which would do the job. Around the time of Diwali, one of my favourite natural and handmade brand Pure Suds were running an offer where they were offering a full size of jar of their then newly launched cream called Face Food Carrot Ylang Ylang to first ten orders over a purchase of INR 1000 absolutely free. I was one of ten lucky people who received the free jar along with my order. Let's see how the cream fared for me.

About the product:

Feeding your facial skin with the right stuff in the right quantities is extremely important. As the saying goes "You are what you eat" the same goes for your skin as it is what you feed it with.

Face-Food!! Why the name?? Well, most of the ingredients are derived from what we eat hence th name struck as it is.

So whats in it?

Hazelnut oil - A dry oil due to the high content of catechins and tannins which easily gets absorbed into the skin and reduces enlarged pores.Hazelnut oil is amazing for sensitive skin and mildly protects from the harsh UV rays although in todays world one still needs a hat and sunscreen for extra protection.

Macadamia oil - The Chemical profile of this oil is similar to the human sebum. .Phytosterols are protective, aiding in skin recovery. Phytosterols act like cortisone on the skin, helping to reduce itchiness and inflammation. The Linoleic Fatty Acid content, makes it great for a parched, dehydrated skin, that has difficulty retaining moisture. This oil absorbs into the skin easily withour leaving a greasy mess.

Mango Butter - has skin softening, soothing & moisturizing properties. Controls dry skin, czema and dermatitis. Its helpful in protecting the skin from the weather and UV radiation.Said to be effective at reducing fine lines and wrinkles.
Contains anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-ageing properties. A non-greasy butter that is yummily good for the skin.

Ylang Ylang Essential oil - It helps to control oil production and minimize breakouts. It also helps regenerate skin cells, smoothing fine lines and improving skin elasticity. A great essential oil for all skin type.

Carrot Seed Oil - This magical oil is the star of the product. It contains Carotol a primary ingredient in the oil. It is high in antioxidants which is important for any anti-ageing formula. These components help prevent the skin from the harmful UV rays. Carrot seed oil has a reputation for helping to heal eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis because of its ability to stimulate cell growth and repair damaged skin.

If you have dry or oily skin, you don’t have to worry—like many natural oils, carrot seed oil has the ability to balance both! It gives skin just enough moisture without clogging pores, making it perfect for all skin types.

In fact, anyone with dull, lifeless skin should definitely look for carrot seed oil in their skin care products. It’s abilities to rejuvenate, heal, and protect will have you looking more lively in no time.

Price: INR 599 for 90 gm
Shelf Life: 8 months from the date of manufacturing
Available: Here
Ingredients: (refer to picture below)


My Experience:

The cream comes in a plastic jar with a gold coloured screw lid which shuts tight hence making it travel friendly. The cream is white in colour with a lotion type texture which is neither thick nor runny. The cream smells heavily of ylang ylang which might bother people with sensitive noses however I am a fan of smell of ylang ylang therefore I don't mind it. The price may seem a little high but since it's completely natural and requires very little amount of product to be used it will last long making it cost effective.

I have been using the cream for over two months now and I am in love! Yes literally in love. That's because this cream did the unthinkable. I live in North India and the region is famous for it's harsh winters. With my skin getting extremely dry I needed something that would intensely moisturise and nourish my skin. I use a pea sized amount right after bathing on the face and it sinks into the the skin like a dream and it's not at all greasy or oily. There's NO trace of dryness left, I mean I apply the cream around 9 am in the morning and it keeps my skin moisturised for almost 10+ hours!!! How awesome, right?? I mean this powerful cream beat the harsh North Indian winter. My skin feels super soft until I have washed my face after a tiring day at work. The cream doesn't feel heavy and forms a protective barrier which protects the skin against dry winter air. I have also noticed that I didn't experience dry patches on my facial skin like I used to every winter.



As the name suggests the cream is loaded with carrot seed oil which is known for it's antioxidant properties and hydrates the skin without clogging the pores. The cream also contains ylang ylang, hazelnut and macadamia oils.

Overall, I am super impressed by this cream and it's a staple part of my skincare routine. It keeps my skin soft and hydrated for more than 10+ hours. Moreover, it has made my skin smooth over a period of use so I don't think I should be asking for more!! Although the product is completely natural and I didn't experience any irritation or breakouts a patch test is still recommended.

Pros:

• Super hydrating. Keeps the skin hydrated for 10+ hours.
• Completely natural - devoid of harsh chemicals and not tested on animals.
• Smells heavily of ylang ylang which I like.
• May seem pricey but very little quantity is required. 
• Neither greasy nor oily.
• Has made my skin smooth over a period of use.
• Contains a powerful blend of carrot seed oil, macadamia oil, ylang ylang oil & hazelnut oil.

Hello beauties! Hope y'all are enjoying these last few winter days to the fullest. During winters our skin gets super dry and to combat dryness we need products that would hydrate and nourish it. Right from our skincare products to our bath products we switch to products that would hydrate it. Today I'm reviewing a bath product precisely a body wash which contains all natural ingredients derived from mother earth. The body wash is called Forest Walk Pine Body Wash, I had got this body as a gift from my friend across the border and you can find the entire haul here. To know how it fared for me read on.

Hello lovelies! Hope y'all are having a great Sunday. My new found love for body mousse/body butters tempts me into purchasing every natural & cruelty free body mousse/butter I come across lol. I recently came across Bliscent body mousse on Facebook so I had to order it. Bliscent is a brand run by two friends who painstakingly handcraft some wonderful bath and body treats. Let's see how the body mousse fared for me.

About the brand:

A brand committed to making luxurious body products. Our products include Soap Bars, Lip Butters, Body Polishes, Foot Soak, Body Mousse, Face Mask and a newly launched Make Up Remover.

We do not use any unnecessary chemicals or preservatives and all our products are made with skin-loving oils and butters from scratch.

About the product:

Hydrate your skin with our creamy Body Mousse, available in 2 scents - Sparkling Berries and Tropical Vanilla!

Price: INR 200 for 50 gm
Shelf Life: N/A
Available: Here
Ingredients: (refer to picture below)


My Experience:

The body mousse comes in two variants namely, Sparkling Berries and Tropical Vanilla. I ordered both of them. The mousse comes in a plastic jar with a white screw lid and and inner disc to further protect the content, however the inner disc is a bit flimsy. The packaging is very simple and the jar is sturdy which makes it travel friendly.

The mousse is white in colour and has a thick whipped cream like consistency. Out of both the variants I purchased I think sparkling berries smells divine. I absolutely love love love the fruity aroma! It smells like some high end skincare product. I have finished using the sparkling berries variant and now I am using the tropical vanilla variant which smells good but not as good as the sparkling berries variant tbh. I use the body mousse liberally post bath on damp skin as it helps in sealing in the moisture. When used on the damp skin the body mousse tends to keep my skin moisturised and soft for a good 2-3 hours and after that you have to reapply which is a tad bit disappointing for me as the mousse doesn't provide adequate moisturisation to my dry skin in dry North Indian winters however the mousse gets absorbed by the skin very fast. It's perfect for oily skinned beauties as the mousse is not greasy.

Overall, Bliscent body mousse is a decent moisturiser but the moisturisation doesn't last very long on my dry skin.



Pros:

• Handmade and cruelty free.
• Sparkling Berries variant smells awesome.
• Sturdy packaging but the inner lid is flimsy.
• Perfect for oily skinned beauties.

• Not very moisturising for dry skinned beauties.
• Availability - Not a con for me as I don't mind buying online.

Hello lovelies! It's been a while since I did a review, apologies for MIA. I work full-time hence I find it difficult to take time out to visit salons for pedicures. I prefer doing my own pedicure in the comfort of my house. I definitely plan to do a foot care routine post but today I am going to review one of an important product in my foot care routine. I love foot soaks for their relaxing and moisturising properties. I received Rose Foot Soak from Aroma Essentials as a freebie along with my order and let's see how it fared for me!!

About the brand:

Aroma Essentials is a range of skin care products that may make a useful addition to your daily skin care regimen. These include cleansers, sunscreens, moisturizers, exfoliants, facial cleansers, toners, retonoids, herbal and nutrient supplements, and cosmetics.

Natural handmade skin and hair care products
All our products are freshly handmade in small batches using the finest natural ingredients.we do not use harsh chemicals like petroleum or mineral oil.the color and scent of our products occur naturally from our ingredients and essential oils.no artificial colors and scents are added.store in a cool dry place away from sunlight.

About the product: 
N/A

Price: INR 300 for 100 gm
Shelf Life: 6 months from the date of manufacturing.
Available: Here
Ingredients: Sea salts, epsom salts, citric acid, a blend of edible and essential oils.

My Experience:

The foot soak comes in a plastic jar with screw lid which shuts tight hence making the jar travel friendly. The soak is minty in colour with dried rose petals in it giving it a luxurious feel. The foot soak smells predominantly of dried roses due to presence of dried rose petals and rose essential oil. To use the soak, I take half a bucket of hot water, throw in 2 tsp of soak and swish it with my hands and let it remain like that for 5 minutes. I dip my feet for 15-20 minutes or as long as I want. After soaking, I scrub my feet with a foot scrub, dip my feet again for a couple of minutes and then pat dry it and moisturise with a nourishing foot cream.

The soak contains a nourishing blend of edible and essential oils which provide intense moisturisation. This is the most moisturising foot soak I've used to date. As soon as I remove my feet from the water, my feet are always super moisturised. I prefer soaking my feet after a long day at work, since the soak contains a potent blend of sea salt and epsom salt, they do a good job of relieving tension from the muscles, soothe tired and painful/cramped feet, get rid of odour (if any). My feet feel soooo relaxed post soaking, like it takes away the pain like a breeze. Additionally, the soak also cleanses the feet and make them super soft.

Overall, rose foot soak from the house of Aroma Essentials is a great product to relieve tired/cramped feet, remove odour etc! This foot soak also doubles up as bath salt which is another great thing about it.



Pros:

• Handmade, natural and cruelty free.
• Gently cleanses and freshens up the feet without dehydrating it.
• Immensely moisturises the feet post soak.
• Relieves tired and cramped feet.
• Removes odour.
• Smells great.
• Doubles up as bath salt.

Cons:

• Availability - Not a con for me as I don't mind buying online.

Will I recommend?: Yes I will!

Until next time,

Deepika

Disclosure: This product was sent as a freebie along with my order and the views and opinions expressed hereby are strictly unbiased, based on my personal experience. 

Hello, lovelies!