Be cool, not a fool : madanyu.Official

Hello everyone! How is it going? Hope everybody is doing fine! So my today's blog post is going to be about my experience with the Instagram page and their online store : madanyu official.

About the store : they operate out of an Instagram page name @madanyu.Official.
An online website is available in their links from where you can purchase directly.
They sell some of  the coolest mobile accessories on the Internet!
https://www.madanyu.com/

What did I get from @madanyu?

A phone cover for my redmi note 3 and a pop socket for my redmi note 3 as well.
Well, who doesn't want to make their phones look good with a nice cover?
A few days ago I decided to give my phone a makeover.

I found their website and went through their huge collections of mobile covers, popsockets and other cool accessories for your phone as well. They also sell garments as well!

I was mesmerized by the collection and their uniqueness as well. Anybody who goes through my Instagram would know that I am a big fan of animation, you can even call me an otaku!

So the most popular cover that struck my fancy was this one with the picture of Naruto on it and I really fell in love with it at the first sight!

About the cover quality : it's really tough and Hardy. I have very lean fingers as a result of which I drop my phone more than 2 times a day... so it's no surprise that I need a really tough phone cover to prevent my phone from getting fried! the cover perfectly meets my requirements and it is very tough... thank you!

Texture of the cover : it has a smooth matte finish which provides a strong grip for your touch. I have definitely stopped dropping my phone so often. The picture of naruto is 3D printed on the cover so there is no chance of it fading away. 

Also it is the right fit for my mobile, nor too big, neither too small... Just perfect!
Overall rating : 5 out of 5

About the popsocket : It is by far the coolest one I have received. It looks like a camera lens popping out of your phone! It actually makes your phone look like a digital camera at first glance. Yes, I fell for it too!

Quality of the popsocket : the socket is firmly put in its place by a sticker and provides a superb grip. The picture on the socket doesn't fade either. You can adjust it according to your need. It is an excellent tool for vlogging for those who use their phone to vlog. However there'll be an odd bulge in your jeans pocket if you carry it around in there.

nail art fun 💞💞

Hello all! It's been sometime that I got the time to blog.. guess, I wanted to know what you've all been upto too during this quarantine!

Wow, I can't believe 2020 started out like this.. It will still take some time to sink in.. But I don't wanna get lost in that spiral downward path of negetivity again.

So here are a few nail art tips for those who have time for themselves to pamper the Queen you are *wink wink* 😉😉

Even I am having a hard time balancing work from home #wfh #haha #nervouslaugh but help yourself. 

Please don't forget to let me know which one you loved the most 💞💞😊

Ciao..

P.S I thought of starting my blogging again full time but with small article posts regularly, so I guess I'll keep in touch with all of you.

My experience at Kosmoderma

You know, during winters a girl gotta take care of herself! The skin becomes patchy and dry and has to be nourished all the time.... This is one of the many struggles of being a girl! Ofcourse boys face it too.. 

Anyways so let's talk about my experience at kosmoderma.. a few days ago I booked an appointment at kosmoderma JP Nagar branch. Two days prior to the appointment I was informed about the status of the appointment. I was kept well informed.

However I was trying to cope up with immense amount of stress from my studies and exams at that time. The person who was in contact with me, Disha is really a great person, she was very helpful. I was also offered a complementary doctors consultation along with a special medi facial. The Day I was off to kosmoderma, my appointment was confirmed in the morning.

When I arrived, I was a tad bit late because their Google location has some glitch! The office was really beautifully decorated with Christmas decorations.. As soon as I entered I was offered drinks... I was asked to fill a form about my allergies or medical conditions and was asked to wait.. But it was worth the wait as I met their skin specialist doctor at the consultation...

Doctor Jeethan M is an amazing Dermatologist and cosmetologist who addressed all my hair and skin problems. He was very kind and handled all my concerns with expertise. He also told me I drank too little water, which I'm guilty of! Hehe! Doctor told me that my skin was considerably good (not that I'm boasting) and I only needed a lightening and brightening medifacial. 

They have other varieties such as purify medifacial (for acne prone skin) as well.

Without much ado I stepped into the facial room. I was readily provided with fresh towels. The therapist who handled medifacial treatment was introduced to me. She had another person to assist her.
I changed in to temporary clothes, provided by them. They maintain highly hygenic conditions.

The facial happened in a number of steps, first cleansing was done. All the products they use are 100% safe to use and Dermatologically certified. I asked for information on the products but I was told it's a secret recipe! ;)
They used some kind of a suction force to clear my blackheads and whiteheads out, which was very satisfying. My face became 100% bump free during the treatment. I noticed a natural glow in my face.

After cleansing steps such as exfoliation, peeling followed. At one point of time my face itched during peeling. This is because my dead skin cells were peeling off my face. It only lasted for a few minutes.. Phew....

As I was done I nearly dozed off! It's actually a relaxing spa like experience.
I was asked to wear sunscreen all the time, not wash my face with hard soap for 2 days and not to undergo any other skin treatments in the week. I also got a goodie bag of 2 kosmoderma products which I'll be reviewing soon.

The doctor also said that the real glow can be noticed after two days. And how he was right! I really saw a great change in the texture of my skin. A healthy skin is a gateway to healthy life. I had a very good experience with Kosmoderma.

My opinions : I absolutely loved the treatment. If you want to get pampered like a princess you can visit kosmoderma. Their hospitality is unmatched.

My skin now: I have noticed a few bumps on my face two to three days after the treatment, they're gone now. Yet to use their products!

Would I recommend kosmoderma?
Yes I will!

my skin after the treatment

PROS : I am seriously in love with the quality of products they used. Men can avail skin treatments too.
Cons: their treatments can be a tad bit costly.
but if you have serious skin and acne problems, Kosmoderma will help you very much.

You can check out their Instagram page @kosmoderma 

And avail the medi facials.

ATR RATING: 4/5
I WILL DEFINETLY VISIT AGAIN. Kosmoderma also has offers going on from time to time.
Do not forget to check their page!

Herb island products review

Hi everyone, how are you doing ? Hope you all are doing very well.. my today's post is about Herb Island products I received sometimes back in my mail.

About Herb Island : they are primarily an Australia based company selling organic and natural beauty products.

According to their website -
Herb Island is a company that treasures nature and strives to achieve a harmonious balance between our needs and what the nature provides to us. We do not believe in Bestand (German for Stockpiling), we believe in creating fresh products in tune with nature’s melody. All our products are artfully handcrafted – not mass produced in big factories. Each product is formulated with careful skill and utmost care, with the best possible ingredients and without harmful chemicals. They’re good for you, and they’re good for the environment. Effortlessly Exquisite - Just Like Nature. 

What I received from them : 1. Moroccan argan oil hair nourishing serum 100ml
2. French green clay skin illuminating and oil control face wash 100ml
3. Neem Crush anti acne face wash 100ml

Packaging and appearance of the products : the products come in small plastic bottles with golden caps and pretty labels in the front. Sometimes the caps might come across as flimsy but I assure you they are hardy enough to be a part of your travelling kit.
The bottles are travel friendly. The product inside each individual bottle is filled up to the brim. For the green clay face wash I thought that the container was actually green, but later I discovered that it was the colour of the face wash present inside the bottle!

1. French green clay skin illuminating and oil control face wash: specially formulated to illuminate your skin and give an even skin tone . The excellent absorbent properties of French green clay remove excess oil while giving your skin a detoxifying beauty treatment. Aloe vera seeds and moisturizers your skin.

Key ingredients : aloe vera leaf juice, French green mineral clay, vegetable glycerine, specially formulated for face wash gel Base.

Directions to use : message small amount on face to cleanse and moisturize. Rinse well. Pat dry.
Price : ₹199
texture and colour : a very pretty parrot green in colour and also thick in texture.

My experience : this face was smells heavenly. the only thing I didn't like about this product is that it dries up the face too much. I always have to apply a thick moisturizer to prevent the moisture from drying off my face. On the other hand It is very much affordable and a very good quality face wash can be obtained at a very low price. You don't have to break your bank to look beautiful! All my girls out there with oily and acne prone skin this is a miracle product for you!

2. Moroccan argan oil hair serum:
Especial nourishing hair serum infused with Moroccan argan oil. Deeply smoothens the hair with a non greasy feel and forms a protective layer on the hairs surface to keep it from Illusion and heat. Leaves hair healthy and Shiny.

Key ingredients : Moroccan argan oil, jojoba oil, almond oil, olive oil in specially formulated Base.

Directions to use: take a few drops only apply on towel dried or dry hair. Comb with your fingers to remove tangles gently.
Price : ₹399

Texture and colour: has no colour and is completely crystal clear the texture is very much silky and it leaves a smooth shine on the hair.

My experience: this hair serum is one of the most essential products in my hair care routine! this is such a good serum that I have even replaced my L'Oreal one with it. It smells heavenly. The only thing I didn't like about this product that it weighs down the hair if you do not wash it more often. My hair has to be completely dry in order to apply this serum otherwise it might get sticky. Otherwise this serum has done a good job in keeping my hair Shiny and manageable without any frizz but I did not see any noticeable change in the strength of my hair strands.

3. Neem Crush anti acne face wash:
Neem has been know as a best Anti Acne Ingredient in Ayurveda since a very long time. This Face Wash is infused with Organic Neem Leaves, Tulsi, Turmeric and Hibiscus to fight Acne and give you a clear skin.
This unique formulation, infused with organic Neem leaves, Turmeric and Tulsi, helps mitigate pimples through its natural therapeutic properties.

Directions to use : message small amount on face to cleanse and moisturize. Rinse well. Pat dry.
Price : ₹199

Texture and colour : a green gel like appearance and texture with specs of neem leaves suspended.

My experience : my experience with this face was has been good, I was having very few nearly visible Acne spots on my face which disappeared when I use this  for about 1 months! I would recommend to use it in the morning just after waking up, as it provides with a refreshing feeling and the formula is quite gel like and forms lather easily. It is also easy to wash off.
It is also very affordable and best suited for oily acne prone skin.

Pros : 1. International brand and well known products. Reliable and easily available.
2. So much affordable and the packaging is decent.
3. Shows visible results with regular use.
4. Completely cruelty free, hundred percent veg, eco friendly.

Cons: 1. Some products may not work as well as others.
2. While travelling packaging might be an issue.

ATR RATING : 3.5/5
would I recommend?
Yes I will!

Vedaearth - goodness of mother nature

Hi everyone, I know I have been missing in action for quite some time but now I have something really exciting for you! A few days ago I received a package from Veda Earth. It was a quiet Sunday and I was reading a book while sipping on my cup of coffee. As soon as I opened the package I got a wonderful smell. The smell was like wet earth after an episode of blissful rain... seems tempting enough? read on to know more💘

Let me tell you a little something about the brand Veda Earth. They are a group of kind people who believe in the goodness of Organic products. I was keeping contact with one of their representatives named Ambika who was very sweet to me! Anyways, VedaEarth always manufactures products 100 % eco friendly, vegan and cruelty free. They believe in the magic created by a blend of aromatherapy and Ayurveda - both are age old rituals performed from the vedic age to ensure the beauty of women all over the world.

What I received from them - vedaearth anti ageing face pack + facial oil combo + a cute little wooden spoon.

Claims on the package : you can't go back in time but your skin can. Look out! Here comes younger looking skin with this wonderful combo of oil and face pack made with only the best ingredients known to fight wrinkles. The products work in Synergy on your skin that help rejuvenate skin cells, reduce fine lines and moisturize the skin. Think of it as a superfood smoothie, but for your skin.

Ingredients of the anti aging face pack: multani mitti, Rose dried flower Petals, manjistha dried root, aloe vera leaf extract, Papaya leaf extract, Ashwagandha dried root, Rosemary oil and potassium sorbate.

Ingredients of anti aging facial oil : almond seed, Sesame seed, Apricot kernel, neroli flower, vetiver root, Ashwagandha root, fennel, seed German chamomile flower, Vitamin E commerce Soya lecithin and jojoba oil.

Dose : about 5 to 10 grams of face pack mixed with 5 drops of anti aging facial oil or as directed by the physician

Directions for use: mix required quantity of pack with oil and rose water or water to make a thick paste, apply it on face and neck and leave it on for 15 minutes. Dampen face before gently washing with water. Avoid scrubbing, for best results apply daily.

warning: for external use only and not for children or pregnant women.
storage: keep in a cool dry and dark place.

The packaging of the products : the face pack is in powdered form and comes in a tight glass container which looks like a jar provided with a lid which is air tight. The glass jar is quite thick and I don't think it's a good idea to drop the jar it might break.
Although it is travel friendly I would recommend carrying them in a self sealing cover or pouch so that the contents don't gets spilled. The facial oil on the other hand is filled in a cute blue bottle made of plastic and provided with a golden flip top lid, it is very easy to carry around and also very travel friendly. The package also contains a thick wooden spoon which can be further used for other face packs as well.

The consistency of the products: the face pack is finely powdered and you have to handle it with a little caution because as it is an amorphous solid, A lot of the product can get wasted if not kept properly.

How I applied : I took a clean bowl without any traces of water. I added 2 to 3 teaspoons of the powdered face pack into the bowl, after that I added 3 to 4 drops of facial oil. At this point I found out that 2 to 3 drops of oil was not sufficient for the Powder to become creamy enough so I added quantity sufficient rose water externally. The facepack soon became creamy enough to be put on my face it took the form of a soothing brick red colour. I stirred the contents of the bowl with the wooden spoon until and unless there were no lumps.

New insta beauty store : sahbeautysolutionshyd

Happy independence day free folks! Do you know what's the best thing I like about my country? Unity in diversity.
Today I'm gonna talk about a new beauty store from Hyderabad named sahbeautysolutions. They have organic, 100 % cruelty free products. Their products are completely handmade with love.
Lets find out what they sent me!
1. Gentle cleanser
2. Khaleesi bath powder
3. Rose infused oil
4. Like a diamond face and body scrub powder

Now, I have had a few experiences with Instagram based stores, all of them were not so good. But I have to be honest with you, I was skeptic at first but SAH beauty solutions sent their products within a very short amount of time! I was really impressed by the costumer care, the person in charge of the page is a total sweetheart, a budding entrepreneur.

All their products are either made from edible or completely organic source. They are paraben free, SLS free and also free from any harmful chemicals. SAH beauty solutions do not test their products on animals. Now I have seen their rigorous process of manufacture. You can check them out on their Instagram page. 

Now, let's talk about their products!
The first thing I tried is KHALEESI bath powder! C'mon, with a name like that who wouldn't be intrigued to try it? I'm a huge fan of game of thrones! So it was hard for me to resist it, I must admit the naming was quite innovative on their part.

Packaging : the products come in yellow capped plastic containers with clean labels, partially handwritten.
The name of the products are provided on the label written with the help of a black marker pen. However, I was disappointed because there are no other information mentioned. What about the ingredients? What about the quantity?

Listening to the song of India

Hi there, I know it's been quite some time since I posted, but here I am! How are you all doing? hope you are all doing just fine! A few days ago I came across a brand named "Song of India". I was pretty much amused by the name and ventured to find out about their products. After sometime I contacted with them and they sent me one of the best PR packages I have ever received! let me tell you a little something about the brand. Song of India is a brand entirely made by proud Indians since the year 1932.

“Song of India’s wellness products are a celebration of natural and holistic living. In an endeavour to strike a delicate balance between the body and mind, all of our products are designed to invigorate, enrich and energize your soul. Based on the principles of the ancient science of ayurveda, our products are crafted as per age-old India traditions and methods." 

We strongly believe in giving back to the society, which is why one portion of our proceeds go towards the education and upliftment of underprivileged children. Each product is handmade with great love and care, designed specially for you to experience the pure joy of natural goodness!” 

What I received : nagpuri narangi Reed diffuser, Desi gulab scented candle,
Madurai Jasmine room freshener, Mysore Chandan Aroma oil, Aroma oil burner and tea light.

Inside the box there was a letter wishing my well being enclosed in a royal style envelope! All the products felt like they were giving out an ancient India Royal Vibe... I like how they were all golden colour themed and it all seemed very retro to me.
Well I would like to be honest with my readers , I do not have much experience in using Aroma home decor pieces but Once I got my hands on them I completely fell in love with the products. The products are mesmerizingly beautiful and unique.

1. Desi gulab scented candle : It is perfect for one of those candle lit dinners you dream of having with your hubby! The wax while burning gives are out a faint Rose scented Aroma which keeps the room freshened for a very long time. However, I would advise to open the windows as candles burning in closed rooms can be suffocating.
"It is velvety to touch and heavenly to smell the desi Gulab is an all-time favourite. The Subtle fragnance of rose is wonderfully fresh one week of this romantic floral note and we are sure you will fall in love with it"

price : 650

2. Nagpuri narangi Reed diffuser : At first I couldn't figure out how it works ,but my hubby seems to have a little idea about Aroma products! He guided me, we had to open the cork lid with a cork opener which was provided inside the package. They sure do take care of everything!
So it comes with a set of wooden sticks and a glass bottle filled with scented liquid. The wooden sticks have to be dipped in scented liquid and placed in the bottles so they can give out fresh Aroma throughout the course of time. We have to keep inverting them at small intervals so as to renew the refreshing smell. It hd a very calm and faint smell but I LOVED IT.

I found this product quite fascinating as I haven't ever used a Reed diffuser before I can swear by it that my room never smelled so good before. This tantalizing citrus ascent of fresh oranges in fuses the Ambience with its vibrant energy and vitality. Its fragrance works like a charm to uplift and rejuvenate the mind.
Price : 750

3. Madurai Jasmine room freshener: This one is my favourites out of the lot as only two sprays from this refreshing bottle can change the atmosphere of your whole room! When I was younger I loved the tantalizing smell of jasmine flowers, I used to keep Jasmine flowers in a bowl and keep it in the corner of my room, so that I can be reminded of the beauty of nature every time I smelt the aromatic fragrance coming out from the beautiful white flowers! Memories came flooding to me as I got my hands on this product and I am so very happy to have received it!

Nothing beats the beautiful Saint of jasmine Blossoms and fresh Mogra its soft, delicate floral aroma infuses the Ambience with the lovely lingering fresh fragrance.

Price : 425

4.mysore chandan aroma oil :
You have to add a few drops of this heavenly smelling oil to your diffuser or oil burner. I was really impressed how two drops did the work! As you have heard that Mysore is famous for the Chandan or Sandalwood we get from it, this oil is made from that Sandalwood and hence the magical smell. The captivating scent of sandalwood soothes all the senses and relaxes the mind this fragrance transports you to a blissful state of calm and tranquil.

5. Aroma oil burner and tea light : It is a very cute tea light with a hollow space held up by a stand. The held up space contains an oil burner and aromatic oils can be dropped into it so as to receive a refreshing fragrance. It is perfect for your tea table and acts as a really good room decor. 
You can even use it to light up your table beside the bed in the bedroom.However, do be cautious about the burning candle. 

Range: organic goodness
Message from the brand :
Sometimes it's all about going back to the roots to discovered the true joys of life. For the blissful Saint of rose and Jasmine will always bring a smile to your lips, the port into goodness of Sandalwood and patchouli will warm your heart, and the freshness of orange transports you back to a joyous childhood. Going back to this basics, we believe in making beautiful products, which inorganic ingredients and hand made with love. Together, this herbal products are not only the key to a healthy organic Lifestyle, but also strengthen our Bond with the roots with all that is beautiful and natural.