Product Review: Soultree Amrita Cleansing Milk

Hi Everyone!

Today I am reviewing a cleansing milk by Soultree, one of the many ayurvedic brands in India.

Product Price: INR 295/- for 120 ml

Product Claim: 

Organic Aloe and fresh Rose water made from the wild Indian Rose is blended with Ayurvedic extracts of organic Licorice to give your skin multiple benefits. It cools and heals skin, lightens sun tan and using it daily as a cleanser ensures an even skin tone with visibly reduced blemishes.

List of Ingredients: 

 My Take on the Product:

I love using ayurvedic products because the are usually free of harmful chemicals. However, there still are brands that include parabens as preservatives. Soultree claims that this product has neither this category of nasties, nor does it have any silicones.

The product comes in a transparent plastic bottle with a black screw-on cap. The bottle itself is covered with a brown paper label which has all the product details printed on it. The texture of the cleansing milk is like any other, a milky white, slightly runny composition. It has a nice fresh herby fragrance which I approve of.

The product spread well and easily on my skin and it felt nice to massage in this product into my skin. It cleaned up an entire day's make up and grime in a couple of minutes. It even cleaned up eye makeup effectively. Including all eye-shadow and mascara. However, I must mention here, that I always use washable mascara, never the waterproof ones. So I cannot say if this product works on waterproof mascara as well. The only problem is that it did sting the eyes a bit (you can see me squinting in the demo video).

The product leaves the skin feeling comfortably moisturised. But I did not feel any residue on my skin after I wiped it off with damp cotton pads. Though I do like to go over once with a face-wash as well. This I do since I have always had oily skin.

This cleansing milk is full of the goodness of aloe and rosewater, both proven to be excellent for skin care. I would definitely recommend it to all my beautiful friends and readers.

 

Pros:

1. Fuss free packaging.
2. Full of the goodness of aloevera and rosewater.
3. Pleasant herbal fragrance.
4. Free of parabens and silicones.
5. Did not cause any fresh breakouts (I had a bout just recently)
6. Cleansed every last bit of makeup and grime.
7. Cleansed eye make up effectively.
8. Very reasonably priced.
9. Ideal for beauties with normal to dry skin.

Cons:

1. Stings the eyes a bit.
2. Oily skinned beauties may have to follow up with a face wash.

Overall Verdict: 4.5/5. It loses marks only for the stinging! Highly recommended!

Have you used this product? Did you like it? What did you think of this review? Do let me know in the comments section below...

What's in My FabBag April 2016 Edition

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I love getting subscription beauty bags and boxes every month. There is always an element of surprise and who does not like  surprises now and then? Besides, it helps you decide whether you would like to continue using the product or give the product a miss. So how did the April FabBag surprise me?

This month we were given a choice between an eye or a lip make up product. I chose the lip product. Read on to find out more.

Style Fiesta Accessory

Product Price: INR 499/-

Catrice Longlasting Lip Pencil 070 I Got You Babe

Product Price: INR 300/-

Product Size in Bag: Full Size

Soultree Aloe and Rose Water with Skin Toning Licorice Cleanser

Product Price: INR 295 for 120 ml

Product Size in Bag: 30 ml

Rene Furterer Karite Intense Nourishing Mask

Product Price: INR 2200/- for 100 ml

Sample Size in Bag: 15 ml

O3+ Skin Whitening Mask

Product Price: INR 775/- for 50 gms

Sample Size in Bag: 10gms

Overall Impression: Sadly, I'm not impressed with this month's Bag. At best, I'm indifferent. We have had better curated bags in the past.The earrings were a disappointment. And the other products did not impress too much. Though the Rene Furterer Hair Mask is nice. 

Value of Bag: INR 1357.75/- . This seems good since I paid INR 499/- for the bag. Though the products could have been better.



FabBag is a monthly subscription service starting at INR 499/-. Each month's bag contains 3-5 products from national and international brands ranging from drugstore to luxury. Product sizes range from small sample sizes to full size. To join this service click HERE.

Devjani's Corner: Cook With Me: Beetroot Cutlets for the Kids' Lunch -Box!

Hello All!!

Photo courtesy: foodpunch.com 

It's been a while I posted a recipe . This time it's for mothers with fussy eaters and a constant dilemma what to give in their tiffins or snack time.


This recipe is nutritious, quick to make, can be stored in your freezer compartment and good looking too...things couldn't get better!!!


You will need

1. 3 potatoes medium sized
2. 1 medium sized beetroot
3. 100 gm paneer
4. 1/2 onion
5. 1 cup bread crumbs or fresh bread run through the mixie
6. A bit of ginger
7. Salt
8. Oil for shallow frying
9. Optional..green chilies, roasted coarsely ground pea nuts, grated fresh or dessicated coconut..though these do enhance the taste

Method

1. Boil the potatoes and beetroot ..remove from water immediately as the beetroot absorbs water

2.       Mash the potatoes , paneer and grate the beetroot.

3.        Add finely chopped ginger, 1/2 cup bread crumbs..save the rest for later,salt ,shredded coconut , peanuts,chopped onion and chillies

4.  Mix well and shape into cutlets. This measure makes 14 cutlets. Coat with bread crumbs to store or shallow fry immediately.

And it's ready to go....

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Disclaimer: Photographs are mine unless otherwise indicated.

Devjani is a wife, mother, teacher, social worker, a gardening and cooking enthusiast, a globe trotter, a bundle of boundless energy and an extremely creative person. She loves to share easy recipes, ideas to keep kids creatively occupied, and a host of other tips and tricks around the home and beyond.

What's in May FabBag: March 2016

Hello All,

It been a while since my last post and I am sorry to keep you waiting. So without much ado, lets take a peek into what the March Bag has in store for us. Do take a quick look at the video below:

 
Here's a quick round-up of the details:

Nykaa Nail Enamel in Stawberries and Cream

Product Price: INR 149/- for 10 ml

Sample Size in Bag: Full Size

Wella Professionals

Elements Renewing Mask

Product price: INR 1075/- for 150 ml

Sample Size in Bag: 30 ml

Elements Renewing Shampoo

Product Price: INR 975/- for 250 ml

Sample Size in Bag: 30 ml

SUGAR Cosmetics It's A-Pout Time! Vivid Lipstick - The Big Bang Berry

Product Price: INR 599/- for 3.5 gms

Sample Size in Bag: Full Size

Suganda Neem Green Tea Plant Mask

Product Price: INR 900/- for 60 gms

Sample Size in Bag: 25 gms

Total Value of March 2016 FabBag: INR 1480/- (approx.). An excellent deal, if you ask me,especially when you pay only INR 599/- for a month's FabBag!

FabBag is a monthly subscription service starting at INR 499/-. Each month's bag contains 3-5 products from national and international brands ranging from drugstore to luxury. Product sizes range from small sample sizes to full size. To join this service click HERE.

What's in My FabBag: February 2016 Edition

Hi Everyone!

February being the month of love, FabBag has planned a valentine's bag this time round. The glossy red pouch goes with the theme. This month's bag has 6 products of which 3 are full sized packs. However, I did miss the tiny magazine, Fab Post with this Bag. I saw the reviews and pictures by other bloggers, and no one else seems to have received one either! I really miss it because it had all the details of the products featured for the month, discount codes and various beauty tricks and tips.

Team FabBag, please bring back Fab Post!

Watch the video below for further thoughts...

Hikari Cosmetics Blush in Harvest

Product Price: INR 1000/-

Sample Size in Bag: Full Size

Fashionography Earrings

Product Price: N.A.

Exactly same as last month's bag, left me with a couple of ???

Bioderma Photoderm Mat Sunscreen SPF 30

Product Price: INR 1330/- for 40 ml

Sample Size on Bag: 5ml

Nyassa Foaming Face Scrub - Oceana

Product Price: INR 600/- for 200 gm

Sample size in Bag: 30 gms

Chamki Nail Polish in Begum

Product Price: INR 250/- for 11 ml

Sample Size in Bag: Full Size

Just Herbs Marigold Mango Lip Contour Balm

Product price: INR 345/- for 8 gms

Sample Size in Bag: Full Size

Overall Verdict: I liked 4 out of the 6 products sent this month, so it isn't that bad. The Blush , scrub and the lip balm are great. The Bioderma sunscreen along with these products did offset the disappointment with the nail polish and the repeat earring.

Value of this Bag: INR 1770/- (approx.) as against my cost of INR 416/- (I have an annual subscription)

FabBag is a monthly subscription service starting at INR 499/-. Each month's bag contains 3-5 products from national and international brands ranging from drugstore to luxury. Product sizes range from small sample sizes to full size. To join this service click HERE.

My Envy Box February 2016 Edition.

Hello Everyone!

Its that time of the month again when we do a quick round-up of My Envy Box beauty subscription. This month My Envy Box has joined hands with Forest Essentials, one of India's premier luxury ayurvedic brands. Forest Essentials celebrates its 15th Anniversary this month, so this month's Envy Box has exclusively Forest Essential products!

In October, last year, My Envy Box had come in for a lot of flack for a very poorly curated box. Since then the team has tried to win back its loyal customers. This month, however, they have pulled the proverbial rabbit out of their collective hats!! They are back in the game!!

Total value of the Box: INR 2215/- . A wow deal, considering you can buy this box for INR 850/-!

My faith in My Envy Box has been restored!

My Envy Box is a subscription service which brings you 5 trial sized beauty products (typically 2ml-10ml) from the top international luxury and prestige brands delivered to your door step every month. Priced at INR 850/- for a month, it may be subscribed for 3, 6, or 12 months. You may subscribe to this service HERE

Shuchi's Colours (Cook With Me): Arty Salad

Hello Everyone!

Winter brings a lot of colourful vegetables to our table. So as winter is preparing to bid us goodbye, lets quickly rustle up a really easy to make. It is not only packed with nutrients, but it it really tasty too!!

So let's dive straight in...

Ingredients:
1.  Apple chopped into sticks
2.  Boiled beetroot ,
3. Chopped tomatoes 

4. Cottage cheese chopped into sticks

5. Broccoli, baby corn, french beans and carrots chopped and par boiled.

6. Dry fruits as in almonds, walnut and cashew nuts

7. Juice of half a lemon, 
8.  Salt, 
9.  Pepper 

10. Honey 

11. lots of love . 💕. 

Method:

1.  Mix lemon , salt , pepper and honey in par boiled vegetables, toss in tomatoes,apple, beetroot and cottage cheese. 
2.  Add dry fruit nuts. 
3.  Ready to eat , tastes better cooled.

Bon Appetit! 

About The Author

Shuchi Khanna is a well known name on the Indian art scene. She has exhibited her paintings in an number of galleries including the Rashtrapati Bhawan. She has won numerous awards, yet remains a warm and friendly person, with great enthusiasm for life! She is a great cook too. You can view her paintings on her website: www.shuchikhanna.com