Archive | July, 2011

FY Reviews: Just Herbs

30 Jul

This is a ‘Saas – Bahu’ faceoff of another kind…A Mom and Daughter- in- law duo indulge in some gossip, green tea and gooey face packs! Check out ‘Just Herbs’, an Indian herbal skincare range, reviewed over two weeks of super girly fun!

Sanface: Sandal Glowpack

Week One

Saas: “Visibly cleaner skin after the first use but the tightening effect is not felt yet.”
Bahu: “I feel my skin tighten a bit but I also think it has made it slightly dry”

Week Two

Saas:  “I think it’s making my skin glow! All my building friends have been complimenting me!”
Bahu:  “I’ve had to use my intense moisturizer after the pack but yes, sandalwood oil used in this concoction has definitely worked beautifully on my skin.”

Final verdict: Good product- Really does make the skin glow!
Price: Rs 295 For 150g

2) Aloe Vera Face massage gel

Week One:

Saas says: “It has a very soothing effect on the skin- after washing off, my skin seemed very soft to touch.”

Bahu says: “I’m l-o-v-i-n-g the product! I’m a fan of natural aloe vera and this gel comes pretty close to its natural form. My skin felt way softer and visibly refreshed even days after use.”


Week Two:

Saas says:
“I’ve been using it after the face pack as a follow up natural moisturizer. My skin has never been so soft to touch!”

Bahu: It seems like it really seeps deep into the skin and moisturizes it from within. I’ve found it to soothe and calm my skin a lot. I’ve even kept it on for an hour or two- its non sticky and invisible after the first couple of minutes on the face. I’m in love with this magic portion!

Final verdict: We’re both addicted- It’s a super hit!
Price: Rs 395 for 100g

3) Neem Pure: Skin purifying neem pack

Week One:

Saas says: “It’s like multani mitti… yes, it has a refreshing effect on the skin but I don’t think it’s offering me anything new.”

Bahu: “I added a little rose water and honey to this pack because I have dry skin- and it worked for me!

Week two:

Saas says: “It’s good, but still, I’m not as impressed as I am, about the other two products.”

Bahu: “I’m certain this product can help acne prone skin due to its neem ingredient. It’s definitely worth a try.”

Final verdict: Great for oily and pimple prone skin type- okay for normal skin types.
Price: Rs 295 for 60g.

4) Jajoba 3-in -1 Sun Block

Saas: I don’t use sun blocks at all but this one was good! Plus, it claims to be herbal and natural so I’m happy to use it as opposed to those heavy duty SPF this and that. I don’t want to use a heavy formula on my already aging skin so this is a perfect alternative.”

Bahu: “I’m pretty set in my ways when it comes to sun protection. I’m not fully convinced about using it at the pool but yes, perhaps for a short while out in the sun.”

Final Verdict: It’s a light, natural alternative to the heavy duty sunblocks we use – it’s worth a try if you’re still looking for your perfect sunblock soul mate!
Price: Rs 345 for 100ml

Overall:

Great products! Do note that there’s a disclaimer on the back of the products that reads: “This is not a cosmetic product. It has therapeutic properties.” I wish they had also included a set of directions to use for the products. For example, the mom in law reviewer didn’t have a clue as to how to use some of the products and how long to ideally keep it on for.

Find Just herbs on Facebook or visit their website to place orders.

The Ultimate Style Staples 2011!

26 Jul

10 things you’ll love about your wardrobe right through summer, fall and winter this year:

The Maxi:
Floral, fruity, bright or stark raving black… Up your summer style in a staples stunner and wear it with a lush fur-lined bomber jacket and boots later this fall. Wedges for the summer and knee-high boots in the winter will Maxi- mize your fashion statement this year!

Dior Fall Winter 2011

Vera Wang Pre Fall 2011

 

D&G Spring Summer 2011

The cross body bag/ clutch:
They’ve stolen then limelight this year! Pick yours from the ridiculous variety of chain links, color blocked, fur-lined, ostrich print or leather cross-body bags and clutches- They’re all adorable!

Chanel Fall Winter 2011

Cross body bags on the spring summer runway. Pic: Elle.com

Romper/ Jumpsuit:
They’re cute but have the potential to be taken seriously if worn right- Try the silk jumpsuit for an evening out or a romper with statement shoes  to get this very 70’s glamorous look right.

Topshop Fall winter 2011 RTW

Karlie Kloss for H&M Fall Winter 2011

 

Mango spring summer 2011

 

D&G spring summer 2011

Printed pants:
Again, a very hippie feel- printed pants are super comfy in the summers and these wide legged hippy pants can be worn right through fall if paired with the right accessories.

Tori Burch FW 2011

 

Isabel Marant Spring summer 2011

The full skirt:
Such a sweet, girly thing to wear! Both, long and short full volume skirts clinched at the waist have been furiously doing the rounds this year. The skirt brings a very Audrey Hepburn feel to your closet- absolutely mad about it.
 

Louis Vuitton Pre Fall 2011

Vena Cava 2011

Tommy Hilfiger SS 2011 - short full skirt

That 60’s dress:
Oh you just gotta have one of these. Everything about the 60s dress- from the pencil skirt silhouette to the vibrant bold prints makes me swoon. The sophisticated pencil skirt/ dress is super hot this year!

DKNY Fall Winter 2011

Victoria Beckham RTW Spring Summer 2011

 

FCUK 60s dress

 

Ana Locking Fall Winter 2011

White trousers/ white denim:
I’ve always love the white trousers- It’s versatile and yet has the capability of standing out in itself. I just bought a pair from the Mango sale!

Pucci Pre Fall 2011

Gian Franco SS 2011

Cropped ankle pants and tapered trousers:
I don’t know what’s up with the obsession with ankle length pants this year! Spring summer collections went gaga over these cropped capers and now all the fall runway and lookbooks have them crawling all over- in any case, looks like a sure shot wardrobe winner.

DKNY Fall winter 2011

 

Zara SS 2011

Wild things:
 Leopards, zebras, ostriches and even snakes have made it to our closets this year- The fashion frat is going wild over animal print and how- everything from dresses to shoes to lingerie seems to have answered the call of the wild.

Burberry spring summer 2011

Bluemarine Fall winter 2011

 

Louis Vuitton

 

Cat eye sunglasses or wayfarers:
Cat eye glasses are super hot but don’t suit all face types- strictly for the heart-shaped face cut or a square jaw line. Forever 21 has them so many frames- floral, tan, stripped and polka-dotted. If you want a more classic style then don a pair of wayfarers.  An all time favorite- it’s so 80s movie star!

Tom Ford

Victoria Beckham Wayfarers

 

High Street Sneak Preview: Fall Winter 2011

22 Jul

Mango FW 2011 NY Fashion Week

Karlie Kloss for H&M Fall winter 2011

 

Topshop FW 2011 Lookbook

 

UCB FW 2011 Campaign

Guess FW 2011 Lookbook

 

Guess Fall 2011 Lookbook

 

Zara Fall winter 2011 lookbook

Zara fall winter 2011 special edition

H&M fall winter 2011 lookbook

 

Mango Fall winter 2011-12 Runway

Mango fall winter 2011-12 Runway