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Author: Mrinalini

Shesha Beauty Kumkumadi Thailam | Review

Posted on November 4, 2020November 3, 2020 by Mrinalini

For the longest time, I used to believe that Western skincare is more effective and potent. However, when I delved into the world of Ayurvedic skincare, I realized that it can be equally potent, if not more. Our traditional herbs and ingredients can do miracles for the skin if used in the right manner. Luckily,…

Arata Morning Essentials Kit | Review

Posted on November 2, 2020October 31, 2020 by Mrinalini

If clean ingredients and sustainable packaging are things you are drawn to then this post is meant for you! I recently received some products from the brand Arata in my mail which live up to these expectations. All the products from the brand are toxin-free, vegan and cruelty-free. Furthermore, even the packaging is made using…

Shesha Beauty White Kasturi Manjal | Review

Posted on October 30, 2020October 28, 2020 by Mrinalini

One good thing that has come out of this pandemic is that a lot of Indians have realized the power of Ayurveda and our native spices. Be it the ubiquitous “Corono Kadha” or the Ashwagandha and Turmeric capsules that a lot of us have been consuming, it is great that we are revisiting our ancient…

L’eau Shield SPF 50 Sunscreen Gel by Peau Care | Review

Posted on October 28, 2020October 28, 2020 by Mrinalini

If you are a skincare lover then you would know that the hunt for the perfect sunscreen is real! Over the course of years, I have found many good sunscreens but never the perfect one. After trying tube after tube of SPF from different brands, I may have just found the perfect sunscreen for my…

Best Facial Oils For Acne-Prone Skin

Posted on October 21, 2020October 20, 2020 by Mrinalini

Applying an oil on oily skin may sound counter-intuitive, but if you pick the right facial oil, it can transform your skin! Using a facial oil on damp skin or after a hydrating cream or serum can help to lock all the moisture in. This ensures that your skin does not feel dry, which in…

What’s New On Nykaa! Diwali Gift Ideas!

Posted on October 16, 2020October 15, 2020 by Mrinalini

The beauty industry had been moving a little slow during the lockdown, but now that things are slowly getting back to normal, Nykaa has been launching a ton of brands on their platform. One amazing thing about Nykaa is that it has opened the gateways for international brands which were previously inaccessible in India. Today’s…

MyGlamm LIT Liquid Lipsticks | Review | Swatches

Posted on October 14, 2020December 1, 2020 by Mrinalini

MyGlamm is an Indian cosmetics brand that has been around for several years but I never got around to trying it. I had heard good things about it though and it seemed like the perfect brand for youthful and colourful makeup. This is why, when I needed a bright orange lipstick for fall, I decided…

Spot Patch Pimple Patches | Review

Posted on October 12, 2020October 8, 2020 by Mrinalini

I have suffered from acne ever since puberty paid a visit. This means that I know a thing or two about the products that work and do not work for acne-prone skin. However, there is one class of products that I had never tried and when I finally did recently, I kicked myself for not…

Lakme Sun Expert Ultra Matte Gel | Review

Posted on October 8, 2020October 7, 2020 by Mrinalini

There is no such thing as too much sunscreen in my dictionary! If you want your skin to look even and supple for decades to come then you too should start using a sunscreen religiously. One side effect of using sunscreen daily is that you will go through multiple tubes in a year, which is…

Kaya Youth Hydro Replenish Face Wash | Review

Posted on October 6, 2020October 5, 2020 by Mrinalini

The world of skincare is ever evolving and we learn something new every day as we explore it. For the longest time, most of us used to believe that the best face wash for oily skin is one that creates a lot of foam and leaves the skin completely oil-free. Now, we all are wiser…

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So I recently got my hands on both the sunscreens So I recently got my hands on both the sunscreens from @reequil and lets just call them the blue one and the orange one for the sake of convenience, shall we?

The blue one has a velvety texture that has a whipped/moussey consistency in the tube. It spreads easily on the skin and offers a matte finish without any white cast. This one is a hybrid sunscreen with zinc, titanium oxide, as well as stable organic filters. Those with oily skin who prefer a matte finish will love this one and I feel this will be the perfect summer sunscreen for me.

The orange one is a slightly thick cream that is quite hydrating and blends pretty easily on the skin (doesn't leave a white cast). It settles to a dewy (but not greasy) finish on my skin. It contains stable organic/chemical filters to offer UVA and UVB protection. I can see anyone from oily to dry skin enjoying the texture of this one. If you have very oily skin then you can skip a moisturizer when using this sunscreen. I think it is the perfect winter sunscreen for me. 

If you were looking for fairly affordable sunscreens that do not leave a white cast or pill then your search ends here. Choose the one whose finish you prefer more and I'm sure you will love it!
Use coupon code MRINALINI to get 20% discount on all @reequil products.
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#skincareblogger #realskin #oilyskin
Most of the queries I get in my DMs are about dark Most of the queries I get in my DMs are about dark circles. Here is all the information I have on the topic based on personal experience, chats with dermats, and online research. Hope it is useful for all of you. If you have any products or tips that worked for you, do share them in the comments!
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As a teenager, I used to suffer from frequent horm As a teenager, I used to suffer from frequent hormonal acne ony back. They left my back severely blemished too. With the help of the following tips and products, my back is finally clear (touch wood)! I do get a couple of pimples on my back now and then, but these products help to heal them quickly too. Have you tried any of these tips for back acne? Let me know in the comments!
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#acne #skincaretips #skincarehacks #clearskin #backacne #infographic #listicle #skincareblogger
Have been testing out the Rose Water and the Veget Have been testing out the Rose Water and the Vegetable Peel Scrub from @bohoherbs and have finally penned down my thoughts on both these products on the blog. I particularly love the scrub cum mask because it contains rice flour and is very different from clay-based masks. To know more about these products, head over to lipstickforlunch.com
Direct link is in the bio!
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I have followed the One in One Out policy for my s I have followed the One in One Out policy for my skincare, makeup and clothes for as long as I can remember. Here are some of the skincare products that I recently emptied and what I have replaced them with -

1. Hydrating Serum - I am surprised at how quickly I emptied the @zilchway Insta Bounce Serum, it is such a fuss-free hydrating lotion that I have been reaching for it whenever my skin felt dry in December. Have now replaced it with the @suganda.co Hyaluronic Acid Serum. The Zilch serum has a more lotion-like consistency whereas the Suganda one is a gel. I like them both but feel that the former will work better from dry to moderately oily skin while the latter will suit oily to extremely oily skin more.

2. Moisturizer - I was absolutely devastated when I emptied the @vauntskincare BFFF Moisturizer. It is honestly better than any moisturizer I have tried lately and I will be restocking it soon. In the meantime, I am using the Suganda Squalane after my hydrating serum to seal the moisture in. This one is gentle, light-weight and kind to the skin barrier, which I love. Highly recommend both these products.

3. Lip Balm - The Arata Lip Balm was a savior for me in December and thanks to it my lips didn't chap like they normally do in Winters. It is one of the rare vegan lip balms with a thick and emollient consistency. Now I am using the Suganda Calendula Lip Balm which is slightly thinner but equally moisturising. Again, both the products are winners for me.

Have you tried any of these products yet?

Let me know in the comments :)
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#gifted #goodskin #crueltyfreeskincare #empties #lowbuy #skincareblogger #veganskincare #oneinoneout
Have been receiving so many requests to swatch the Have been receiving so many requests to swatch the Cuffs n Lashes Cover Pot against other foundations for shade reference. So here I have swatched it against all my base products! Do like, save and share this video ☺️
Shade ref - I'm NC 35 in MAC. The last three foundation are close matches for my skin tone. 08 in Cover Pots is a very good match for me.

Swatches in diffused natural light

@cuffsnlashes

Music: Barefoot
Musician: Summer Soul
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Do you like lavender? You will LOVE the Lush Laven Do you like lavender? You will LOVE the Lush Lavender Body Butter from @herbisland.official 💜
It has an almost whipped consistency that blends beautifully on the skin. Upon spreading, it looks white and grainy initially, but once you massage it well, it has an invisible finish. It makes my skin super soft without being greasy and has the heavenly scent of lavender. Not only does it moisturize my skin really well, it's beautiful scent makes me sleep better too! Highly recommend this gem!!!

Which picture is your favourite? Let me know in the comments!
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#texture #lavender #bodybutter #soothing #flatlaygoals #skincare #photooftheday #discoverunder10k #photooftheday #crueltyfree
Yes, I managed to ruin this gorgeous highlighter w Yes, I managed to ruin this gorgeous highlighter with my nails before I clicked it but in trying not to fret over small imperfections this year! Also, this highlighter is so pretty that it looks stunning anyway. A beautiful gold that blends to give a wet, shimmery sheen on the skin. Have you tried it yet?

In the frame - @maybelline Master Chrome Highlighter in the shade Molten Gold

Image inspo - @thebrownlipstick 

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#highlighter #photooftheday #glow #highlighteronfleek #makeupoftheday #swatchparty #swatches #gold #texture #maybelline
Have been trying the @suganda.co Hyaluronic Acid S Have been trying the @suganda.co Hyaluronic Acid Serum for a week now and have formed my first impressions of the product. Here is everything what I want to tell you about this product -

✨ I love the fact that the Ingredient list is short and simple. It contains hydrating ingredients in the form of hyaluronic acid and panthenol, along with soothing ingredients in the form of centell and colloidal oatmeal. Apart from this, there aren't many other ingredients except the necessary preservatives.

✨ I love that the product doesn't claim to do multiple things. It is supposed to be hydrating and soothing and it fares well on both these accounts.

✨ I also love that the product doesn't feel heavy on my skin. It blends in quickly (foams a little in the beginning, probably due to the oatmeal but then settles to an invisible finish. It leaves the skin soft and hydrated but you don't really feel the product sitting on your skin.

✨ It doesn't contain fragrance and doesn't even have a noticeable natural scent. This along with the fuss-free ingredient list makes it perfect for sensitive skin.

Overall, if you are in the market for a hydrating serum with no frills attached you can definitely pick this one. I love to sandwich it between a mist and an oil (my moisture sandwich if I may call it so!!)
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#gifted #suganda #hyaluronicacid #serum #texturetuesday #droppershot #healthyskin #hydration #skincareblogger
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