Fab Bag July 2015 Review

Fab Bag July The Red Carpet

Every month I eagerly wait for Fab Bag to arrive. Not only the contents in the bag are exciting but the bag itself makes me fall in love with this beauty subscription box. This month’s Fab Bag* is based on the Red Carpet Theme and includes all exciting things you need to get dolled up. It is priced at Rs 599 for 1 month subscription and you can buy online HERE. You can read my review on June Fab Bag HERE.

The gorgeous golden clutch

Fab Post & leaflet

July Fab bag comes in a super pretty shiny golden clutch that is perfect to carry in parties or functions. As soon as you open the touch buttons you will find a zipper. There are 5 things in the bag along with a leaflet and a Fab Post. Fab Post includes all tips and tricks to make you fabulous and look like a Red Carpet Diva. The bag contains 2 full sized products and 3 sample sized ones. The products included in the bag are:

Bellapierre Lipstick in Ruby

Bellapierre Lipstick in Ruby

Swatch of Bellapierre Lipstick in Ruby

Bellapierre Cosmetics Lipstick in Ruby (worth Rs 1500)

The lipstick already covered the price of the bag :). It is a gorgeous red lipstick that would look flattering on all skin tones. It is highly pigmented and I always make sure to apply it with a lip brush to avoid smudging or feathering.

Sugar Eye Told You So Eyeliner

The tip liner

Swatch of Sugar Eye Told You So Eye Liner

Sugar Eye Told You So! Waterproof Eyeliner in Black Swan (worth Rs 699)

It is a jet black eye liner and applies easily with felt tip like applicator. It sets into waterproof and smudge proof eye liner and does not budge the whole day. I totally loved this brand and look forward to try more of their products.

Vana Vidhi Shimmer Sunscreen

Swatch of Vana Vidhi Shimmer Sunscreen

Vana Vidhi Luxury Summer Shimmer Sunscreen

It is a sample pack of ml but is big enough to try and test it. It contains gold shimmers and can be used to highlight arms, legs and décolletage. It works as both body shimmer and sunscreen. Added bonus: it is paraben free and 100% vegan lotion.

Ayorma Spa Face Wash & Scrub

Swatches of Ayorma Face Wash & Scrub

Ayorma Spa Daily Scrub & Face Wash

It was a divine experience using this face wash and scrub. Both smell heavenly and instantly make me feel good. They make skin soft, smooth and bright. I am definitely going to purchase them. 

PROS:

• You get a beautiful bag.

• Arrives securely.

• Contains 2 full sized products that cover the price of bag.

• They introduce new and natural brands every month.

• Reasonably priced.

CONS:

• None.

Overall Thoughts:

I am totally in love with Fab Bag July 2015 bag. It contains everything you need to make you look hot and glam. There is not a single product that I dislike in this bag. I would HIGHLY recommend it to all girls!

Rating: 5/5

Did you like July Fab Bag?

Stay pretty!

Megha

LetsShave.com Eve Soft Touch 4 Razor Review

LetsShave.com Eve Soft Touch 4 Razor

Gillette Venus Razor has been my favorite since long. It shaves my underarms smoothly but was not able to shave my legs properly in case of emergencies. Recently I came across a newly launched razor website- LetsShave.com that stocks amazing range of razors for both men and women. I got the razor in pink color Eve Soft Touch 4 * which definitely looks prettier than Gillette Venus Razor. It is priced at Rs 229 and you can buy online HERE.

The box

Inside the box

Handle and cartridge

LetsShave.com Eve Soft Touch 4 Razor

Textured handle

Eve Soft Touch 4 Razor comes in a cardboard box packaging with a handle and cartridges. The packaging is really convenient and you can store the razor safely after use. As soon as you open the pack, you will find 2 packs of cartridges (you need to pay extra for cartridges) and a handle. If you are a girlie girl then you would definitely flatter by its pink color. 

The razor itself is very light and pretty to look at. It is pink in color and is made from plastic. It has 4 blades surrounded by soft protective organic lubricating strips enriched with Chamomile, olive oil and allantoin to give you a close, smooth shave with no irritation. The blades are spaced closer together to reduce pressure. The razor has soft rubber-y textured handles that gives a firm grip on the product while holding it. I use it with my shaving gel (though it is not necessary as it has conditioning strips) and sometimes when I am really in hurry I shave my underarms dry. Either way, the blades glides across the skin smoothly without putting pressure. The head of the razor adjusts itself and removes hair quickly. Instead of removing hair in one go, I do it in small areas. My skin gets rid of unwanted hair and I do not need to go to the same area again. It feels soft and smooth without any traces of stray hair. I then rinse it off and pat it dry. My skin does not feel dry or irritated due to the presence of organic lubricating strip that contains chamomile, olive oil and allantoin.

Though I do not use razors for shaving legs or hands but this time I shaved my hands and it did not lead to ingrown hairs (and of course no tiny red bumps!). The razor does its job quickly when I am really in hurry and I need to wear sleeveless outfits. I have been using it for more than a month and the blade has not gone blunt yet. As always I need to shave my underarms frequently as they tend to grow back quickly. Blade refills are available on the website at discounted price so you can change when they go blunt.

PROS:

• Lightweight.

• Feels smooth on the skin.

• The blades remove hair smoothly without nipping the skin.

• Does not darken the skin. 

• Does not cause irritation. 

• Glides easily across the skin.

• Does not leave stray hair.

• Lasts long.

• Does not lead to ingrown hair.

• Easy to use.

• Reasonably priced.

• Travel friendly.

CONS:

• You need to shave frequently when you use razors!

Overall Thoughts:

I have the most sensitive skin and LetsShave.com Eve Soft Touch 4 Razor proves to be the best razor I have tried. It has four blades that removes hair in one go with no irritation. Though I have been using it a lot but still it has not gone blunt. I am totally in love with this razor and would HIGHLY RECOMMEND it to all girls who prefer shaving over waxing.

Rating: 4.9/5

My Tips:

• Try to shave after you take shower. The warm water softens the hair and open the pores leading to easy shaving.

• Shave in the direction in which your hair is growing to avoid ingrown hair.

Have you checked LetsShave.com? What is your favorite razor?

Stay pretty!

Megha

Born Pretty Store Floral Nail Art Water Decals Review

Born Pretty Store Floral Nail Art Water Decals 

The best way of doing nail art for me is using nail art water decals. They look amazing and stay on nails for a long time without chipping. I had reviewed lots of water decals on my blog and today I am going to review full transfer nail art water decals that cover the full nails. They are priced at $3.99 and you can buy online HERE. Use the coupon code MEGW10 to get 10% off on your order.

Born Pretty Store Floral Nail Art Water Decals 

Pattern #1

Pattern #2

Pattern #3

Pattern #4

Instructions

Pattern #4 on my nails

Born Pretty Store Floral Nail Art Water Decals 

Born Pretty Store Floral Nail Art Water Decals 

Born Pretty Store Floral Nail Art Water Decals* comes stuck on smooth plastic sheet that is itself sealed in a plastic case. They can be securely carried around in a bag or purse. The stickers have 4 different patterns of different floral designs. They look really pretty and girlie on nails. 

The nail water decals are made of very thin plastic that does not tend to stick to itself upon application. They are super easy to apply and feel extremely light on nails. There are 4 rows of 40 nail wraps in the shape of nails. The smallest ones are for pinky fingers and the largest ones for thumbs.

Here is the procedure on how to apply water decals on nails:

• Remove the thin plastic sheet from the decals.

• Cut the pattern of decals you love to apply using scissors and trim them off to the size desired.

• Take a bowl of water. I use normal water of room temperature.

• Gently place the first decal in water and leave it for 10-20 seconds. 

• Take out the decal from water using a tweezer.

• Put the decal with the face down on the index finger. Using your thumb, lightly slide the sheet and the decal would be separated. If it is not sliding off then put it again in water for few seconds.

• Now place the decal over your nail and slide it to adjust its position. It gives you enough time to adjust the decals on your nails.

• I then gently wipe off the water using a soft towel.

• After doing all nails of one hand, apply a top coat to seal it.

Always make sure to apply top coat because once your nails get in contact with water, the decals would start sliding off. Nail art water decal is one of the easiest ways to do your manicure within few minutes. I find these decals much better than nail art stickers. These are awesome alternatives to applying nail varnishes. The pattern looks really delicate and pretty on nails. They look prettier in person than in pictures. The water decals last on my nails for a week without wearing off. They can be easily removed using a good nail polish remover. The key to applying full nail art decals is to trim them off according to the size of your nails. I have used Maybelline Color Show Nail Polish in Blackout as base (Reviewed HERE).

PROS:

• Super easy to apply.

• You do not need to have nail art skills to apply nail art water decals.

• Feels very light on nails.

• Lasts on nails for a long time.

• Reasonably priced.

• Born Pretty Store provides International shipping.

CONS:

• None.

Overall Thoughts:

If you are not so good in nail art but love decorating your nails then you must try these gorgeous full water decals from Born Pretty Store. They feel extremely light on nails and last really long. They are definitely pocket friendly as you get 4 patterns for just $3.99. I would highly recommend these nail art water decals to all nail art lovers.

Rating: 5/5

My Tips:

• Trim the nail art water decals a bit smaller than your nails.

• Always apply a top coat to make the water decals last long.

• Let you base coat dry completely.

Do you love nail art water decals?

Stay pretty!

Megha

Sattvik Organics Radiance Shampoo & Conditioner Review

Sattvik Organics Radiance Shampoo & Conditioner

I have fine and wavy hair. I am always on the lookout for hair products that give a certain volume to my thin hair. Recently I came across Sattvik Organics Radiance Shampoo and Conditioner* that promises to give volume and shine to hair. I always prefer organic and herbal shampoos over chemical laden ones. If you remember, I had raved a lot about Sattvik Organics Acne Mask (Review HERE) and Acne Soap (Review HERE). If you are suffering from acne then you must try this mask and soap. The combo is priced at Rs 398 and you can buy online HERE.

Sattvik Organics Radiance Shampoo

Details of Sattvik Organics Radiance Shampoo

The lid of Sattvik Organics Radiance Shampoo

Swatch of Sattvik Organics Radiance Shampoo

Sattvik Organics Radiance Conditioner

Details of Sattvik Organics Radiance Conditioner

The lid of Sattvik Organics Radiance Conditioner

Swatch of Sattvik Organics Radiance Conditioner

Sattvik Organics Shampoo & Conditioner comes in a white sturdy plastic bottle with a flip top lid. The packaging is travel friendly and the bottle can be easily carried around in a bag without any fear of leakage or spillage. The shampoo and conditioner are green and white in color respectively with a very pleasant scent.

The texture of the shampoo is soft and smooth with gel consistency. Instead of applying shampoo directly to my hair, I make sure to dilute it with water. The shampoo is easily applied and gets spread to my medium length hair. It creates a decent amount of soft lather with only an adequate amount of the shampoo. It feels really luxurious as you massage this into your hair. The nice aroma doesn't tend to intensify and remains subtle and pleasant which I like. After using this shampoo, my hair feels soft, smooth, and manageable with a healthy shine. I feel it gives a nice volume to my hair. It is easily rinsed away and doesn't leave any greasy residue behind. It cleanses my scalp thoroughly and effectively even if I have applied oil. It helps in reducing frizz to a great extent but my ends feel a bit dry so I always make sure to follow it up with Sattvik Radiance Conditioner to achieve maximum results.

The texture of the conditioner is soft and smooth with a good consistency. I take a good amount of conditioner and apply it to the length of my hair. It applies easily and spreads effortlessly over my hair. I leave the conditioner for about 2-3 minutes to get the most benefit out of it before rinsing. It is easily rinsed away without leaving any sticky residue feeling behind. It leaves my hair soft, smooth and shiny but I feel it does not moisturize my dry ends well. My ends get tangled easily even after using this conditioner. The scent lingers with me for quite a few hours. The range contains keratin, amla, rosemary oil and other exotic ingredients that help in providing nutrition to the hair making them strong and healthy.

PROS:
•    Packaging is simple and sturdy.
•    Lathers up pretty well.
•    Wonderful smell.
•    Hair feels light.
•    Cleanses the scalp well.
•    Give a nice volume to my hair.
•    Organic.
•    The conditioner is quite light and does not weigh down hair even if you apply it in roots.
•    Reasonably priced.

CONS:
•    Conditioner does not moisturize my dry ends so might not be great for people with dry and coarse hair.

Overall Thoughts:

If you are looking for something that gives nice volume to hair then Sattvik Organics Radiance Shampoo & Conditioner Combo is a great option. It gives a nice shine to my hair and cleanses the scalp well. It does not dry out my hair or cause irritation. I have super dry ends and the conditioner does not help in moisturizing it so I feel it is not great for dry and rough hair. If you have silky or oily hair then you might like it. I would definitely recommend the shampoo to everyone.

Rating: 4.5/5

My Tips:
•    Always dilute the shampoo to lessen the effect of chemicals present in the shampoo.
•    Detangle your hair with a wide comb before washing your hair.

Have you tried organic hair care range?

Stay pretty!
Megha

Hand Chemistry Extreme Hydration Concentrate Review

Hand Chemistry Extreme Hydration Concentrate

With the changes in weather, my hands are getting prone to dryness. Hand creams are must have for me but the only thing I dislike in most hand creams is they leave a greasy residue. Recently I came across an amazing brand Hand Chemistry and I am totally going gaga over its Extreme Hydration Concentrate Hand Treatment*. I have been using it for more than 15 days and I have the softest and smoothest hands ever. It is priced at $22 and you can buy online HERE.

Hand Chemistry Extreme Hydration Concentrate

Description of Hand Chemistry Extreme Hydration Concentrate

Hand Chemistry Extreme Hydration Concentrate

Ingredients of Hand Chemistry Extreme Hydration Concentrate

Hand Chemistry Extreme Hydration Concentrate

Swatch of Hand Chemistry Extreme Hydration Concentrate

Hand Chemistry Extreme Hydration Concentrate comes in a white and blue cardboard box packaging with all the information printed over it. The actual product comes in a super soft white tube with a semi opaque flip top lid. The packaging is quite light and can be easily carried in a makeup bag. The cream is semi clear with a delicate refreshing aroma. The scent is quite mild and won’t bother sensitive noses.

The texture of the hand cream is super soft, silky and smooth with a gel like consistency. I simply need to take a small amount of cream on my palm for both hands. It spreads really easily and gets absorbed instantly. It does not leave greasy or slippery residue behind unlike other hand creams. My hands feel wonderfully soft and silky smooth. My fiancé could not leave my hands *it was not black magic, it was Hand Chemistry* :D. Even if you apply lots of hand cream it won’t leave residue behind. I have been using it for more than 15 days on my hands, forearms and cuticles. It makes my cuticles soft and smooth and my fragile nails do not tend to break (my nails used to break even on a light bang with door!). My hands feel super moisturized and smooth like a primer the whole day and I do not feel the need to reapply it even after washing. The scent lingers with me for a good few hours. I love applying it at bedtime to get the most out of it. I am looking forward to use it in winters when my hands and cuticles get really dry. It contains glycerin that is known for its moisturizing properties. I have not faced any adverse effects whilst using it.

PROS:
•    Wonderful scent.
•    Gets absorbed instantly.
•    Does not leave a residue behind.
•    Retains moisture even after you wash your hands.
•    My hands feel smooth as if I had applied a primer. It contains polisilicone.
•    Lovely packaging.
•    Improves the texture of hands within a week.

CONS:
•    A bit pricey but I do not mind shedding few more bucks for such an awesome hand cream.

Overall Thoughts:

Hand Chemistry Extreme Hydration Concentrate is the BEST HAND CREAM I have tried till date. Not only it gets absorbed quickly but keeps my hands soft and smooth the whole day. It smells wonderful. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND it to everyone!

Rating: 4.9/5

My Tips:
•    There are many variants available under the brand so choose according to your skin type.
•    Try to apply twice a day for at least 10 days to see visible results.
•    You need only a small amount each time.

What is your favorite hand cream?

Stay pretty!
Megha

Maybelline Color Show Go Graffiti Nail Polish in Unmellow Yellow Review & Swatches

Maybelline Color Show Go Graffiti Nail Polish in Unmellow Yellow

 I have a huge obsession for nail polishes. Each time I saw something new in the market, I knew I had to get it. I do not have a huge collection of nail polishes (they get over pretty soon. Yes I use nail polishes a lot :P) but I wish it grows day by day *greedy me*. Recently Maybelline launched New Graffiti nail polish and I have the shade Unmellow Yellow*. It is priced at Rs 145 and you can buy online HERE.

Maybelline Color Show Go Graffiti Nail Polish in Unmellow Yellow

Maybelline Color Show Go Graffiti Nail Polish in Unmellow Yellow

Maybelline Color Show Go Graffiti Nail Polish in Unmellow Yellow

Maybelline Color Show Go Graffiti Nail Polish in Unmellow Yellow

Maybelline Color Show Go Graffiti Nail Polish in Unmellow Yellow

Maybelline Color Show Go Graffiti Nail Polish in Unmellow Yellow

Maybelline Color Show Go Graffiti Nail Polish in Unmellow Yellow

Maybelline Go Graffiti Nail Polish comes in a clear round glass bottle with a black screw top lid. The packaging is same as that of other Color Show nail polishes. The brush is of fairly good size and the bristles are soft. It applies smoothly and easily without brushing along the skin. The shade name and number are mentioned at the top of the bottle. The lid is glossy and allows comfortable grip while application. The packaging looks glamorous and elegant.

The formula of the nail paint is pretty good. It is neither very thick nor very thin. It applies smoothly over the nails without being streaky. Unmellow Yellow is clear top coat with lots of hexagonal black and neon yellowish green flecks and small black flecks infused in it. The flecks are of good size and one coat is sufficient to get a lovely effect. If you want add more flecks to cover a larger proportion of your nails, you can apply second coat as well. Apply this nail polish only when the base coat is completely dry. Here I have applied Street Wear Nail polish in Vivid Yellow.

The top coat nail polish is extremely fast drying and dries within a minute of application. It looks glamorous and noticeable on my nails. It makes my nails look very fresh in summers. It lasts on my nails for a good 6-7 days without chipping. I had applied only one coat and I was amazed by its longevity. I do not feel the need to apply a separate top coat as I do not do household chores. The nail polish gets removed easily with a good nail polish remover.

PROS:
•    Easy to apply.
•    The flecks transfer easily onto the nails.
•    Looks chic and glamorous on nails.
•    Lots of shades to choose from.
•    Gives a glossy look to the nails.
•    Lasts really long.
•    Easy to remove.
•    Reasonably priced.
•    Easily available.

CONS:
•    None.

Overall Thoughts:

Maybelline Go Graffiti Nail Polish in Unmellow Yellow is gorgeous top coat with lots of hexagonal and round flecks infused in it. It gives a lovely glossy effect to my nails. It lasts pretty long and my manicure remains fresh for the whole week. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND it to everyone. It is an added bonus to those who are not into nail art but love decorating their nails :).

Rating: 5/5

My Tips:
•    Always allow the base nail polish to dry completely.
•    I always check if there are enough flecks on the brush before application.

What is your favorite shade?

Stay pretty!
Megha