The best natural and cruelty free skincare – India Edition

India is the country that brought Ayurveda to the world. The centuries old Indian system of medicine provides super effective solutions for all your pitta, vata and kapha problems.

However, when it comes to skincare, super natural = preservative free = can last up to 30 days only if refrigerated. If you’re into that, check out Waterline – skincare so pure you can eat it (seriously).

For those who lack refrigerator space or prefer to store their skincare stash in their bedrooms/bathrooms – Kama Ayurveda and Forest Essentials give you all the Ayurvedic luxury minus the high maintenance. (On a side note, both of their hair care lines are top notch and I personally vouch for Kama Ayurveda’s Bringadi Intensive Hair Treatment Oil.)

Ayca is another all-natural Ayurvedic brand which brings more of a modern twist to Ayurveda by incorporating new-age aromatherapy to their products. Their Jasmine and Rose Body Oil is light on the skin and olfactory system. Perfect.

Moving on from Ayurveda to their Korean counterpart – Innisfree. (Note: Innisfree isn’t doesn’t have any ancient Korean medicine roots.) With stores around the country, they are definitely the biggest Korean skincare company in India — and I love them. The Innisfree Green Tea Seed Serum is a best seller in its own right — use it as an essence and apply right after toner before serum.

Yes, this article is about skincare but a little organic, cruelty-free makeup never hurt anyone. Ruby’s Organics lipsticks and blushes are DA BOMB — super high quality at an unbeatable price point. Must buy.

The Beauty Dose – August 2

In addition to clear skin, clean, shiny, well groomed hair is the key to looking well put together. This is my first post highlighting hair care news – from great shampoo & conditioner recommendations to how to care for your hair. Happy reading!

Today's focus: Hair!

Summer Hair Care Rotation - Shampoo and Conditioners

5 Quick Ways To Color & Care For Hair

Other News...

Luxury Beauty Brushes - Are They Worth It?

Milky Dress Vita C+ Powder Review & It's Time To Get Nerdy About Vitamin C

The Lazy Girl Beauty Edit

The Beauty Dose – July 28

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The world of skincare can be intimidating. It can be difficult to navigate through all the products, the skincare steps or even figuring out what type of skin you have. It took me a good year to figure out my skin type and what routines & products actually worked for me. After a lot of internet research and even more trial & testing, I have realized that your skin type can change over time which means that you skincare routine must evolve depending on the season/your skin.

Here are some pieces that can make the process easier – from multi-tasking products to a list of the tried & tested best products.

Two-In-One: Makeup Products with Skincare Benefits

How to Create a Skin Care Routine for Beginners

Ideal Skin Care Routine for Combination Skin

Vogue Beauty Awards 2016: Best of Skincare

The Beauty Dose – July 22

So, someone gave up beauty products for a week and at end of the week realized that life without beauty products < life with beauty products.

Skincare and makeup doesn’t just refine my face but is also a fun activity that allows me to focus on myself 🙂 However, it can be time consuming which is why I’m a fan of the no-makeup makeup look mainly because it takes less time to achieve that look and with a packed work week I can only really set aside 15 min/day for skincare + makeup application. Today’s pieces include tips on creating a strong base for a quick, yet effective makeup routine.

July 22 – friday

What Happened To My Skin When I Gave Up *All* Beauty Products For A Week 

8 Of The Best Hair And Beauty Tips Selena Gomez Has Ever Given Out

A Step-By-Step Guide To Eyebrow Grooming

My Everyday Summer Base

The Micellar Water Showdown

 

The Beauty Dose – July 19

Self care is the best care. After all, if you don’t look after yourself first how could you possibly have enough energy to look after anyone else? Looking good is also proven to boost self confidence which provides an overall richer & happier life! Personally, a good skincare routine gives me time to focus on myself and has now become a meditation since I’ve started really focusing on the process.
I hope you enjoy today’s pieces that are about making your life brighter, with a little help from skincare.

 

JULY 19, tuesday 

How Beauty Products Helped Me Combat My Trichotillomania

11 Beauty Myths You Believed In The 90s

The Organic Moisturizer That Doubles As A Luminizer

Three Skincare Staples You Need This Summer!

What's A Good Skincare Routine For Dry, Sensitive, Aging Skin?

The Beauty Dose – July 18

So it’s monsoon time in India which means that my already oily skin is now more oily. I’ve had to give my skincare and makeup routine a serious makeover to deal with this weather. Here are a few links that  have helpful information on how to still look your best during the summer & monsoon. I’ve also added an article about mirror nailpolish, which I am so excited by since it’s finally a look that I can achieve at home!

Enjoy & have a beautiful Monday!

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JULY 18, monday 
 
The Best Beauty Tips For Every Summer Problem

Happy Monsoon! Take Note Of THESE Monsoon Beauty Hacks

How To Exfoliate: When To Choose Scrubs Over Acids Plus Two Scrub Reviews

Monthly Makeup Menu #10

See Why Mirror Nailpolish Is The Internet's New Beauty Obsession

The Glow Life Beauty News – July 11

Beauty, defined by what we see in mainstream media is great but so vanilla. Today I bring to you beauty as defined by Manabi Bandopadhyay, India’s first transgender college principal. Enjoy today’s beauty news 🙂 and sign up here to receive it in your inbox daily!

JULY 11, monday 

India’s first transgender college principal on beauty

6 Korean Beauty Products Every Woman Needs in Her Skin Care Routine

8 Skincare Tips to Know Before You Hit the Slopes

This Makeup Brand Proves That Men Can Rock Highlighters Too

What Is The Ear Makeup Art Trend? The Latest Beauty Look Is Out Of This World — PHOTOS

The Glow Life Beauty Sweet Treats

Hi guys,

So, my last blog post was about my plan to start a daily beauty newsletter with skincare & makeup treats delivered to your inbox everyday of every week! I sent the first one out today (click here to subscribe)!

Here are the stories:

JULY 8, wednesday