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    Tadoba Jungle Camp – A Great Wildlife Resort for Families

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    What makes the Dermafique Soleil Defense Sunscreen the Best sunscreen?

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    Dermafique Bio-Cellulose Face Masque – The Best Masks I’ve Ever Used!

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Tadoba Jungle Camp – A Great Wildlife Resort for Families

Posted on 17/03/202317/03/2023by Dollie
Tadoba Jungle Camp review

Having lived in an urban, concrete jungle all my life, I am absolutely fascinated with the real jungle – one filled with plenty of flora and fauna – and hence, I try to take safari holidays at least once a year. This year, our destination was the Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve and we had a […]

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Celebrating #SkinAwarenessMonth with Galderma

Posted on 12/08/202223/08/2022by Dollie

While I have always loved makeup, my biggest beauty passion has always been skincare. This passion was fuelled when, as a teen, I used to read French Elle and Vogue which had detailed articles on how to identify your skin type and the right products to use for it.  This was in the 90s, before […]

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What makes the Dermafique Soleil Defense Sunscreen the Best sunscreen?

Posted on 12/11/202112/11/2021by Dollie
Dermafique Soleil Defense Sunscreen

One of the most important steps for maintaining healthy skin is to protect it from the damaging UV rays of the sun Right from my teens, I have been very passionate about skincare and the one product that has been consistent in my skincare routine from my teens to my 40s has been a sunscreen. […]

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Dermafique Bio-Cellulose Face Masque – The Best Masks I’ve Ever Used!

Posted on 22/01/202102/06/2022by Dollie
Dermafique Bio-Cellulose Face Masque

Winter time is when I love to pamper my skin with masks; the heat and humidity of summers and monsoons are perfect for clay masks but the dry, cool weather of winters makes me bring out my Bio cellulose masks for my twice a week pampering session and some intense burst of hydration. Recently, I […]

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Usha Ascot, Matheran – My Safe Haven for a Holiday in the Covid times.

Posted on 27/11/202027/11/2020by Dollie
Usha Ascot Matheran

2020 has been a difficult and challenging year for all of us with Covid keeping us all indoors and making us cancel all our travel plans. After nearly 8 months of being cooped up indoors, once the restrictions started easing up a bit, we decided to take a little holiday and after doing all my […]

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Jalesh Cruises Karnika – A Luxurious Weekend Getaway from Mumbai

Posted on 12/01/2020by Dollie
Jalesh Cruises Karnika

My experience aboard the luxurious Jalesh Cruises Karnika from Mumbai to Goa.

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My Experience At The Nimba Nature Cure Village

Posted on 21/12/201921/12/2019by Dollie

My experience at the Nimba Nature Cure Village, Gujarat

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Beauty 💄| Modest Fashion 👗| Travel 🌍| Lifestyle 💐 since 2012
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GRWM to run errands on a hot summer day. Dress: @ GRWM to run errands on a hot summer day.

Dress: @fable.street 
Watch: @guesswatches 
Flats: @westsidestores 
Fragrance: @isseymiyakeparfums 
Bag: @dune_london_india 

#SummerStyleswithD #summerfashion #comfyfashion #modestfashion #linendress #sustainablefashion #ecofriendlyfashion #grwm #summergrwm
My Sunday was all about the slow life, good books, My Sunday was all about the slow life, good books, and a digital detox to charge my batteries for the week ahead.

What was your Sunday like? 

#slowliving #sundaymood #digitaldetox #cozyvibes #currentlyreading
💄 New lip love unlocked! 💄 Serving bold pigm 💄 New lip love unlocked! 💄
Serving bold pigment, featherlight feel, and serious staying power with the NEW Make Up For Ever Rouge Artist Lipsticks in a wide range of shades in Satin & Matte textures 💋

💧 Satin = water-resistant shine
🔥 Matte = waterproof, transfer-proof, kiss-proof magic
💖 Infused with passionfruit seed oil for all-day hydration & comfort

Shades shown here: 
🍇238 Lucky Mulberry
🦩224 Hot Flamingo
♥️ 412 Forever Passion
☕️ 600 Anywhere Caffeine

Satin or Matte - what’s your pick? 

@makeupforever @tarzbeauty 
#MakeItLast #MakeUpForEver #TheBombayBrunette #BeautyReel #luxurylipsticks #luxurybeauty
A fragrance that is named after one of the brighte A fragrance that is named after one of the brightest stars in the night sky, Aldebaran by @marcantoinebarrois is the latest creation by my favourite, @quentinbischperfumer . 

Aldebaran is a tuberose soliflore and opens up very radiant, fresh and green, almost like you’re smelling the actual flowers on the stems. I also get something cooling and minty in the opening though mint isn’t listed in the notes. 

As it settles down, there is a slight warmth that comes through along with a touch of earthiness while the tuberose becomes creamier - very contrasting and unique,  unlike anything I’ve smelled before! It actually reminds me of how the tuberose plants that we used to have in my Dadi’s  garden used to smell after the rains - fresh, floral, earthy & happy. Paparika is also listed in the notes though my nose doesn’t pick it up. 

From the fresh, cooling minty opening to the warm, creamy earthiness, Aldebaran takes you on a journey. It is addictive, I can’t stop sniffing my wrists, and it is unique, revealing different facets of its personality through the day. It is also elegant and unisex with moderate sillage and longevity so far. 

If I had to compare, I’d say Aldebaran is the creamy, sensuous and seductive sibling of the sweet, playful, sunny Tilia. It is a beautiful and very very unique fragrance, another QB creative masterpiece, but Tilia still reigns supreme in my heart. 

Do you like tuberose notes in fragrances? Also let me know what you think of the shots - I tried to capture the essence of Aldebaran- a bright star in space with millions of other stars around it - as well as the tuberose flowers enjoying the rains (that image is AI generated).

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My current morning skincare routine for hydrated, My current  morning skincare routine for hydrated, radiant skin this summer! 

From luxe serums to a tinted SPF and that perfect glossy lip — these essentials leave my skin feeling fresh, plump, and protected all day.

Comment SKIN and I’ll DM you the links to these products. 

#SkincarewithDollie #MorningSkincare #SkincareRoutine #GlowingSkin #Luxuryskincare #wishlinked #explorepage #fyp #skincarecommunity #skincareisselfcare #summerskincare
Golden hour glow and a crisp white dress - a perfe Golden hour glow and a crisp white dress - a perfect combination, don’t you think? 

#SummerStylesWithD #goldernhour #goldenhourglow #goldenhourlight #summerstyles #summerfashion #whitedress
Butter Yellow & Powder Blue — the perfect pastel Butter Yellow & Powder Blue — the perfect pastel pair for a sunlit summer day! Soft, breezy, and effortlessly chic. What do you think? 

Dress: @hm 
Shoes : @zara 
Watch : @fossil.in 

#SummerStylesWithD #butteryellow #powderblue #summerfashion #pastellook #ootd #summerstyle #fashioninspo #pasteloutfit #elegantstyle #chiclook #summervibes #outfitinspo #colourpop #fashiondiaries #softtones #modestfashion #comfyfashion
Spent a fabulous afternoon with @kamaayurvedaindia Spent a fabulous afternoon with @kamaayurvedaindia at their Kumkumadi Glow Masterclass—learning how to sculpt the face and boost glow with the Kansa wand and proper lymphatic drainage techniques. The experience was topped off with an exquisite 8-course meal at the world’s only Michelin-starred vegetarian restaurant, @avataramumbai . Swipe through for a glimpse of the glow-up and the gourmet.

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I’m OBSESSED!!! Can’t get enough of this magi I’m OBSESSED!!! 
Can’t get enough of this magic in a bottle!
The Huda Beauty Easy Blur Setting Spray is my ultimate summer essential—keeps my makeup locked in, blurs pores like a dream, and gives me that perfect matte-radiant finish even in this crazy heat and humidity. Been reaching for it non-stop ever since I get it! Highly, highly recommend. 

#notsponsored #hudabeautyeasyblursettingspray #hudabeauty #summermakeup #summermusthave #beautymusthave #triedandtested
Physically at work, mentally on a sunset cruise wi Physically at work, mentally on a sunset cruise with the wind in my hair. Who can relate? 

#SummerStylesWithD #summerstyles #summerfashion #sunsetcruise #goldenhour #windinmyhair
It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of the incr It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of the incredibly talented @quentinbischperfumer — his olfactive creations are pure magic! 

Here’s my personal ranking of my favourite QB fragrances in my collection, counting down from 10 to 1. And if you know my ABSOLUTE FAVOURITE FRAGRANCES, then you won’t be surprised with the tie at the top spot ✨😉

10. @muglerofficial Angel Nova – A bold fruity-rose with a modern, playful twist that’s vibrant but polarising.

9. @jeanpaulgaultier Divine – Salty, sweet, and solar — a golden goddess vibe but not for everyone.

8. @carolinaherrera  Very Good Girl – A flirty, crowd-pleasing fruity floral with a sharp rhubarb opening and a powdery dry down. 

7. Gaultier La Belle Paradise Garden – A tropical garden in bloom — lush, creamy, and exotic.

6. Gaultier La Belle Le Parfum – A sensual vanilla-bourbon bombshell — deep, sexy, and addictive.

5. @chloe Nomade – Earthy, elegant, and free-spirited — a soft woody-floral perfect for daytime sophistication.

4. @rabanne Pure XS – Warm popcorn, ylang-ylang, and sweetness — a unique and seductive gourmand.

3. @parfumsdemarly Delina – The ultimate pretty-girl rose — fresh, tart, and hyper-feminine. Need a full bottle ASAP! 

2. @exnihiloparis Fleur Narcotique – A delicate, airy bouquet that feels like wearing a sheer floral silk scarf.

1. @amouageofficial Guidance – A nutty, dreamy, mystical blend of pear, saffron, and creamy florals that has me obsessed! 

1. @marcantoinebarrois Tilia – A soft, radiant floral musk that feels like sunshine on skin — comforting and luminous.

Which of these have you tried? 

#ScentStoriesWithDollie #Scentgasm #scentsaturday #indianfragranceinfluencer #fragrancelover #designerfrqgrances #nichefragrances #amouageguidance #marcantoinebarroistilia #delina #quentinbisch #fleurnarcotique #angelnova #chloenomade #verygoodgirl #jpglabelle #purexspacorabanne
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I hold giveaways regularly as a means of saying thank you to my followers - for appreciating and engaging with my content. The criteria for choosing a winner will always be GENUINE ENGAGEMENT, so please do not ask me in the comments / DMs if it is “effort based”. 
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