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Green tea is one of the most popular Korean skincare ingredients and with good reason - it is rich in polyphenol (catechins) & is proven to be a powerful antioxidant. It protects the skin from UV damage (free radicals), it is also an anti-inflammatory (helps reduce redness & irritation), anticarcinogenic & antimicrobial. Because of these properties, it is a fantastic ingredient to add to your skincare routine. 

But, just like everything else out there, there are different qualities of green tea extracts (depending on climate, season, age of the leaf and how it was grown). A good quality green tea extract contains 50-90% catechins, have a brownish colour and has a characteristic tea-like smell. This is where the Isntree Green Tea Fresh Toner comes in. When I wanted to add a high-quality green tea product to my routine, I knew I had to pick this up. 

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With the festivals approaching, you're ready to show off a stunning look in front of everyone. While the most prominent beauty tip we can give is to wear what makes you feel beautiful and confident, there are a few ways you can fully amp up your festival makeup look to make the occasion memorable. Bold lips, bright shadows, and accentuated cheekbones are all ways to show off your beauty at your subsequent celebrations. We've put together a list of 15 Indian festive makeup tutorial to test ahead

  1. Go for soft shades on pastels -- Softly sculpted cheekbones, luminous skin, and a smattering of winged eyeliner are included in your Indian festive makeup tutorial, especially if you're dressed up in pastels for the occasion.

  1. Vibrant pink -- This tempting shade of pink shines out against all skin tones and looks beautiful in any season. To follow the Indian festive makeup tutorial, apply a few coats of mascara and a sheer blush to the apples of the cheekbones.

  1. Neon makeup -- If you're into colour, neon green eyeshadow combined with glossy lips is the perfect way to go. Have fun generating your lines and forms, the more abstract, the better.

  1. Metallics -- On festive occasions, silvery, metallic makeup is one way to make a statement. Whether you're going on a daytime expedition or a festive dinner, one thing is sure: your makeup will be flawless.

  1. Glitter on diamonds -- Make your following Indian festive makeup look glitter. Using press-on gems on your lids can elevate your cosmetic look and leave a long-lasting effect. The subtle shadow and neutral lips here put the front and centre of the stone.

  2. All-natural effect -- The softness of luminous skin combined with a delicate, smokey eye is excellent for festive occasions. The hues of the shadow, lips and blush work together to create a romantic beauty that could quickly become your go-to festive makeup look.

  1. Multicoloured affair -- Use as many coloured eye shadows as you want—the contrast between these tones is perfect for enhancing your lids. 

  1. The 90's look -- The matte eyeshadow, nude lips, and matte skin in this look are a true throwback to 1990s supermodel makeup. Glow in soft hues of blush and light eye pencil with it. 

  1. Monochromatic look -- Monochromatic rose hues on the eyes, cheeks, and lips provide excellent festive makeup inspiration.

  1. The chrome splash -- On the lids try a chromatic splash of colour. The blue and purple tones blend seamlessly to offer just the right amount of pop!

  1. Violet introduction -- A violet metallic smoky eye takes on a new colour twist, perfect for any special festive look you may have planned.

  1. Sharp wings -- Sharp wings on the eyes can cut directly to the heart of the matter. An ethereal equilibrium is created with soft lips and smokey, sparkly lids with a touch of gloss on each.

  1. Cranberry crease -- The cranberry-coloured shadow and eyeliner adds a unique touch to the traditional pink. When coupled with fluffy brows, sculpted skin, and nude lips, this makeup look is appropriate for any occasion.

  1. Fresh and natural -- Fresh skin and neutral pink lips are fantastic, especially for festivals where you want to keep your makeup natural.

  2. All blushed look -- On any occasion, a good application of blush, glossed-up lips, and copious amounts of mascara are a winning combo.

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I never thought I could get obsessed about a hair brush yet here I am. I've been singing praises to everyone around me about one particular brush for over a month now. It's about time I let you in on this too - I have found THE BEST HAIR BRUSH...ever!  

I know, that's a tall claim to make, but it's true, I have never come across a hairbrush quite like this one. It is unique, it is special and while it's on the expensive side, it is so worth it! It's from Tek and I'll tell you exactly why Tek Brushes are brilliant in a bit, but let me tell you this first : 

My husband tried both the brush & comb the day I unboxed them and said right away "I'm never using another brush again".  Now, he is not a beauty fanatic like I am. So, this coming from him meant a lot! We had a spirited discussion about both the brush and comb for an hour at least the first day, we still admire it & talk about it some days. I was pleasantly surprised & happy to see him get super enthusiastic about a hairbrush. Although this means that I have to share it, for now, until I get him his very own Tek brush. 

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My journey into the wonderful world of essences started with the Cosrx Snail Essence which also happened to be my first snail based product. It was love. I watched my skin become supple and the barrier stay healthy while I finished 2 bottles back to back. After having such a wonderful experience with snail mucin, I wanted to try out others & the Benton Snail Bee High Content Essence was my next pick. I finished the bottle a few months back, so it's the perfect time to share my experience. Read on!

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I am running so behind schedule for product reviews, it's not even funny anymore. The list is growing each day and I want to just get down to it now. So, today let me introduce you to my favourite product for double cleansing - Dear Kairs Gentle Black Fresh Cleansing oil! I adore it!

When it comes to double cleansing, I prefer oils to balms, and I'll tell you why: 
At the end of the day, when I'm usually tired and just want to hit the bed, opening a jar & scooping the balm out feels like a chore (it's a trivial problem I know, actually not really a problem but then it is what it is). It's good enough that I am willing to double cleanse & not sleep with makeup on! I want the process to be as quick as possible. Hence cleansing oils...not only are the pump bottles handy, but the fact that it's already in a liquid form & doesn't need to be melted into one is also great. 

Anyway, I had been using the Bobbi Brown Soothing Cleansing Oil earlier, and while it is nice, it is also very expensive. When I got into Kbeauty a couple of years back, I had to explore the options they had. It didn't take me long to get the Klairs Gentle Black Fresh Cleansing Oil. And it was love after a week of use. 

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So, I've been using the Maui Moisture Shampoo & Conditioner duo for over a month now and I am finally ready to share my thoughts and experience. Read on! 

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Kbeauty really shines when it comes to sunscreens. Of course, it shines for almost every other product category too. They just make their formulas so elegant. I love it! So, I've tried a few Korean sunscreens lately and of course, I had to share them with you. Let's begin with one brand today - Isntree.

Did you know that Isntree makes 3 sunscreens? Yes, you heard me right. They make a chemical sunscreen, a physical sunscreen and wait for it... a sunscreen stick! All 3 are fragrance-free, alcohol-free & essential oil-free - isn't that wonderful? I spoke about it a while back on our Instagram (follow us there for regular updates!) I am talking about all 3 in today's post. There's something here for everyone....keep reading! 

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An Indian Beauty, Makeup and Lifestyle Blog. Find reviews on makeup, skincare, haircare and bodycare products along with makeup tutorials, recipes and some fun DIYs. We are obsessed with good skincare but like our traditional home remedies equally. Our makeup tends to be natural looking and more on the minimalistic side which is simple and easy to do.

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