Hair Product : Ginerva Olive Oil Hair Cream Review

Hi everyone, 

I’m going to review a hair product today.  It is the Ginerva Olive Oil hair cream that was a part of a haul I did in February (see here).  I haven’t heard anything about it but its ingredients list is quite interesting. Most hair products have a bunch of silicones or mineral oil on the top of their ingredients lists but the Ginerva Olive Oil Hair Cream has olive oil listed as the second ingredient, which I feel is pretty awesome. This is one of the reasons why I was excited to try it out, I felt that it could serve as a singular styling & nutritional product for my hair.

Price: S$4.5 / Rs. 213
Qty: 100 g / 3.5 fl. oz.
Availability: As of now, in Singapore.
Ingredients:


Company Claims:
‘Reduces split ends, makes hair soft & smooth’
A unique & non greasy formula with olive oil to effectively nourish, condition, smoothen and style hair. It also contains Chamomile oil that can restore dull hair, reduce oily hair, split ends and protect it against harmful UV rays.

My experience with Ginerva Olive Oil Hair Cream :

My hair: waist length, medium thick, very dry, gets in to knots easily, has split ends, gets frizzy around the crown.


Although it isn’t written explicitly, I feel that this hair cream is a serum. I use it when my hair is all rinsed out but still damp. I need just a tiny pea sized amount – like any other serum. I have medium thick hair, not thin but not voluminous either (:[ ) so I need to take care to apply the right amount, too much will make my hair greasy. I take care to apply it first to the hair below ear and whatever is left I apply it to my crown. Then I comb through my hair

After effects:
My hair gets frizzy around the crown part and after I apply the Ginerva Olive Oil Hair Cream, it doesn’t get as frizzy. It also makes my hair and ends smooth and soft, just like it claims. My hair also knots less frequently. I feel that it is more effective if I blow dry and comb my hair after I apply it. Sadly, the effects are not long lasting, my hair is dry again after 1.5-2 days.

Overall Verdict: 3.5/5
I really wish that the Ginerva Olive Oil Hair Cream gave me long lasting smoothness coz I really need some in my hair! With all its good ingredients, its worth a try as it really works in smoothing hair and making it less frizzy. If you get a chance to purchase it from Singapore department stores or online, do check it out, the price doesn’t hurt either.                                                                                                                                     

June FAB BAG 'Take Charge' Products Review - Votre, Cuccio, Ananda Spa, All Good Scents + Discount Vouchers


FAB BAG is a monthly beauty bag subscription in India. They select 3 products exclusively customized for each member and send them to your doorstep every month. The theme of the June FAB BAG is to "Take Charge" of your life - be it for yourself, your career or your relationships. It contains products from the brands Ananda Spa, Cuccio, Votre & a bonus product from All Good Scents. All of the brands are new to me. I received my June FAB BAG on 13th June but instead of an unboxing, I decided to use the products so that I can give a first impressions to you! The FAB BAG comes with FAB Post, which is a digest/magazine that contains various articles and discount vouchers you can avail at the FAB BAG website. This month, you will get a Rs.1000 off at L'Occitane spa!

June FAB BAG Products Review - Votre Cuccio Ananda Spa All Good Scents + Discount Vouchers

This month's bag seems to be made of faux leather, it can be easily reused to keep makeup items like lipstick, eyeliner, concealer in your purse.Its not big enough to store brushes though.

The Face Shop Mango Seed Moisturizing Sheet Mask Review

You know what I find really hard to do? Hydrate my face! Now days I find my skin getting dry patches (gasp!). I blame it on travel, work & the changing weather. All the AC is taking a toll on my skin & the onset of pre monsoons has left me unprepared to tackle the cooler weather. When I am at home, I use the opportunity to try out some of the hydrating face masks I have, that’s why I’ve been using TheFaceShop Mango Seed mask. I’ve used it four times so far and I’m ready to review it.


The Face Shop Mango Seed Moisturizing Sheet Mask Review

Price: Rs. 110 at Sephora India / $1.72
Qty: 23ml/0.77 fl.oz.
I purchased it from Singapore, you can see my haul here.
Ingredients: 
The Face Shop Mango Seed Moisturizing Sheet Mask Ingredients Review

Let your Eyes do the talking with FACES Glam On Eye Make-up


Get dazzling eyes as FACES Cosmetics now launches the all new Glam On range of eye make-up. Create unique eye looks with FACES Glam On Color Perfect Eyeshadow, Glam on Perfect Noir Eyeliner and Glam On Volume Perfect Mascara.


Accentuate your eyes as FACES Glam On Color Perfect Eyeshadow now comes in expertly coordinated shades to match any complexion. Ranging from sophisticated nudes, ethereal gold and dreamy pinks, to party purple, cool blue and sultry black, Glam On Color Perfect Eyeshadow can be worn alone for a classic look or together for a fashionable do. These four-tint quads have been carefully selected to create the most dramatic looks, be it the bohemian eyes, mermaid eyes, smoky, fairytale dream, or gorgeous party eyes. It is lightweight with a smooth creamy texture and excellent blending properties.  Formulated with special toners for that long-lasting hold, Glam On Color Perfect Eyeshadow is also preservative free making it completely safe to use.

To get that beautifully refined look, get the FACES Glam On Perfect Noir Eyeliner for its precise line that brightens your eyes with one easy swipe. Whether it’s the Egyptian look, bold, feline, luxe or the everyday look that you want, FACES Glam on Perfect Noir Eyeliner will give a dramatic definition to your eyes. This long-lasting waterproof eyeliner is smudge-proof and comes with a no fade formula.

Review : Does the Deborah Milano 5 in 1 BB Cream live up to its claims?

Hey everyone, I'm gonna write about my experience with another BB cream. This is actually the first BB cream I brought, before the Pond's and the Garnier BB Creams, but for some reason I've ended up reviewing it after both of them. 

About my skin: Normal-dry right now. I don't have any major pimples just minor blemishes, some pores on the nose (not visible), no scars that I need to cover, so light coverage foundations are fine except for dark circles and pigmentation around my mouth where I need full coverage.

What is a BB cream? 

After a search on internet:- BB cream stands for blemish balmblemish basebeblesh balm (apparently because of a trademark in Korea on the word "blemish"), and in Western markets, beauty balmThe formula is reported to have originated in Germany where, due to the cream's soothing and skin-regenerating properties, dermatologists have been using it for healing scars caused by laser skin surgery. A famous South Korean actresses then started using it for beauty purposes and since then a craze was born. The trend that started in Korea spread to Japan, China, South East Asia and has since made its way to Europe and the USA.
But every company which manufactures a BB cream promises some additional benefits like fairness, mattifying skin, glowing skin etc. Healthy competition or false promises? Decide for yourself!


 Deborah Milano 5 in 1 BB Cream Apricot Review Price Where to Buy in India

Cost:- Rs. 625 / $9.25
Quantity:- 30ml / 1 oz
Shades: 01 Fair, 02 Beige, 03 Sand, 04 Apricot and 05 Amber.
Shelf Life:- 3 years. To be used within 6 months of opening
Availability: Here & here