Author Archives: Eleena Alphonso

About Eleena Alphonso

Hello! I'm Eleena and I live in Goa, the land of sun, sand and sea. I love blogging. I'm a foodie so I love to cook and eat too. I am an online shopping addict and an ardent football fan.

Khadi Mint and Cucumber Face Freshener Review

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It’s summer time which means bad news for my skin. Since I live at the coast, Summers are unbearable and the humidity leads to excessive perspiration. So it is necessary to keep your skin clean and cool at most times. So today, here is a review on my favourite face freshener which helps me in cooling as well as cleansing my skin during summer.


Price and Quantity: 

Rs.80 for 100 ml.

My Experience:

Packaging: The freshener is packed in a transparent spray bottle. It is travel friendly and fits easily in my handbag. It has never leaked nor did I have any problems with the cap. So no complaints in this department. As you can see in the picture, the freshener has a lovely green colour.

Usage: You just have to spray the freshener on your face, wait for around 20-30 seconds and wipe/pat it off with cotton/towel. I just love the cooling sensation upon spraying. It feels so refreshing. If you don’t prefer the spray method, you can use cotton. Just spray a little amount on a piece of cotton and dab it on your face thus you can use it as a toner. In fact I use this as a toner during summer. It’s the best. Besides cooling your skin, it also removes dirt and other impurities by effectively cleansing the pores. I love the fact that it is herbal and has no side effects whatsoever. It never broke me out.

Another interesting thing I’ve noticed is that upon using this freshener I can see a slight brightening effect on my face. But it’s temporary. It has a mild minty fragrance which won’t be bothersome unless you have a very sensitive nose.

I would say this product is suitable for all skin types and is definitely worth a try. It does not dry out the skin either. It is also reasonably priced. I’m not sure about its availability though. I bought this online. I haven’t seen it anywhere in stores here in Goa.

PROS:

  • Contains herbal ingredients.
  • Reasonably priced.
  • Travel friendly packaging.
  • Suitable for all skin types.
  • Easy to use.
  • Acts as a cleanser as well as toner.
  • Removes dirt effectively.

CONS:

  • Availability.
  • Packaging can be improved (especially the front label).

 

MABH Rating: 4/5

 

Do I Recommend?:

Yes! A must have for the summer. The best part being any one can use it as it is suitable for all skin types.

 

Would I Repurchase?:

Yes! Throughout the summer.

Sally Hansen Diamond Strength Instant Nail Hardener Review

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Hi All!

Of late my nails have been in a really bad state. They are soft, splitting and it was really difficult to grow them. So I decided to get a nail hardener for myself. Let’s see how this nail hardener fared.

Price & Quantity: 

Rs. 625 for 13.3 ml

 

My Take:

This nail hardener really prevents nails from breaking, splitting and cracking. As soon as I applied this to my nails, it dried quickly. I also felt my nails were instantly harder. It is best to apply two coats. It can also be used as a base coat. I always use it as a base coat to whatever nail color I’m using. By doing this the nail color does not chip off easily and also made my nail color last longer. I remember once my nail paint was intact for fifteen days without any chipping. Although it did make my nails harder, it failed to prevent my nails from peeling. I was disappointed with this aspect. I can ignore this part as only one nail peels all the time and not all of them.

Packaging: The nail hardener comes in a grey colored bottle which has a silver colored cap. The cap has a brush applicator which  I feel is of good quality. I have no issues with the applicator. It ensures smooth application of the hardener. It’s tightly fixed to the cap so there is no chance of the applicator coming off the cap.

Color & Fragrance: The nail hardener is transparent in color. But I don’t like the grey color of the bottle as it is not attractive at all. Also, the smell of the hardener is way too strong. I just cant bear it. But it goes away soon so I wouldn’t make an issue about it.

PROS:

  • Dries Quickly
  • Hardens soft nails
  • Can be used as a base coat
  • Helps in growing long nails.
  • Easily available on major online shopping sites.

 

CONS:

  • Did not prevent my nails from peeling.
  • The price is a bit on the higher side.

 

Rating: 2.5/5

 

Do I recommend?:

I would recommend this nail hardener for people with soft nails. It’s not a miracle cure of course, but the best by far. This would be ideal for those who find it difficult to grow their nails long.


Would I repurchase?:

I don’t think so as it failed to prevent my nails from peeling!

VLCC Anti Tan Skin Lightening Face Wash Review

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Hello everyone!

First of all I would like to say a big thank you to Lancy for making me a part of this community and also many thanks to all the readers and members of MABH who have so far given me encouraging comments on my reviews. Thanks once again.

Today, here is a review on my favorite face wash, VLCC Anti Tan Skin Lightening Face Wash. I was looking out for a product which would soothe my skin after coming home from work. As I was browsing for stuff online, this face wash caught my attention and so I decided to give this face wash a try. And I must say I’m impressed with this product so far.

 

Price & Quantity: 

Rs. 95 for 50 gm.

 

Shelf life: 

Use before 36 months from the date of manufacture.

 

My Experience:

Packaging: This VLCC product comes in an attractive packaging. I love the colors used on the pack. The face wash pack comes with a bright orange colored flip top cap which shuts tightly. So there is no fear of any leakage.

Color, Consistency & Fragrance: The product is runny in consistency with minute granules. This is the only negative point. Most of the time I end up with much more than what I need. So be careful while you tilt the face wash. Also, due to its runny consistency, the face wash doesn’t last long. It will last only about a month or so. The fragrance is fruity and refreshing.

 

How it works: The face wash contains minute granules which are not harsh at all. It effectively removes all the dirt and cleanses the face well. It is best to use as soon as you come home after a long tiring day. Continuous usage helps in removing tan (I’ve seen the difference in my skin tone). This face wash works wonders on pigmented skin and lessens the appearance of pores.

This face wash has such a wonderful fruity fragrance. It instantly freshens me up after a boring day at work! I’ve never smelt a face wash with such a refreshing scent. It also keeps my skin oil free for about three-four hours. It might be a little harsh on those having dry skin. So I would suggest dry skinned people to stay away from it.
The best part of this product is that its ingredients are completely herbal. I personally prefer herbal products as they do not irritate sensitive skin. Using products having harsh chemicals can take a toll on the skin in the long run.

 

PROS

  • Keeps the skin refreshed and oil free.
  • Effectively reduces tan.
  • Ingredients are herbal.
  • Perfect for those having oily and combination skin.
  • Wonderful fragrance.
  • Economically priced.
  • Travel friendly packaging.

CONS

  • Might not be suitable for dry skinned people.
  • I hate the runny consistency. A lot of product gets wasted this way.
  • The product tends to accumulate at the nozzle. I just don’t like the sight of that.

 

MABH rating: 4.5/5

 

Do I recommend?

Those having oily and combination skin go for it! It’s the best in the market so far.

 

Would I repurchase?

Yes! Nothing can stop me from buying this face wash time and again. Anything that is herbal and removes tan gets a thumbs up from me.