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I’ve always been more of a gloss person than a m

I’ve always been more of a gloss person than a matte lip pie one and these three are my current favourite brown lip glosses. Super comfortable and hydrating, they give that glossy look with a little bit of colour (I have pigmented lips) and are just perfect for the everyday, casual look.

Which one did you like more?

इस ऐतिहासिक राम नवमी पे आप सब को हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ 🪔🙏🏼

#FestivalsWithDollie #RamNavmi #indianfestival #sanatandharma #ramnavmi2024

Zara fragrance haul ! I’m on a total niche frag

Zara fragrance haul !
I’m on a total niche fragrance trip these days but I keep getting a lot of DMs asking for affordable fragrance reccos. Zara has a lovely range of fragrances, most of which are supposed to be dupes of popular designer fragrances. I blind bought all of these based only on the notes in the description, and can’t wait to test them out and share my thoughts with you.

Would you like a detailed review on YouTube or a short, quick reel on Instagram? Let me know.

Monday blues & greens. All I can wear in this hea

Monday blues & greens.
All I can wear in this heat are cool cotton / linen dresses or soft, wispy mulmul co-ord sets such as this one. Of course, that’s only when I’m stepping out because when I’m at home, it’s only cotton pjs for me. It is simply too hot to wear anything else .
What’s your summer “uniform”?

Summer in a bottle ☀️🍋 If you want a fresh,

Summer in a bottle ☀️🍋
If you want a fresh, sparkling, citrusy fragrance with hints of white florals and a touch of comforting musk, then @bonparfumeur 003 is the fragrance for you.

Think of this as a chilled glass of refreshing lemonade or lemon iced tea on a super hot summer day. It is cheerful & bright, slightly sweet, perfectly citrusy and very uplifting! It’s unisex but according to my son, smells better on him than on me, and using that excuse, he’s claimed this bottle for himself.

003 is also almost identical to Nishne Wulong Cha X (just the tea note is missing in 003) but at a much lower price.

Top notes: Yuzu, Bergamot and Violet Leaf
Middle notes: Jasmine, Neroli and Elemi resin
Base notes are Vetiver and Musk.

Get a sniff of it at @mdpindofficial , you’re sure to love it!

What sort of fragrances do you like for summer?

I’ve had this foundation since weeks but I used

I’ve had this foundation since weeks but I used it for the first time just yesterday. Applied a very thin layer and loved how weightless it felt and how lovely it made my skin look. If you notice, it even covered up my acne marks! Lasted beautifully from 10:30am till I cleansed my face at 9pm. My first impressions - chef’s kiss! #notsponsored
Comment LINK & I’ll DM it to you.

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What are some of the things that you miss about In

What are some of the things that you miss about India when you’re travelling abroad? Here are 3 things that I miss the most and wish all countries would adopt:

1) Green and red labels on food so that you can tell at a glance whether it’s vegetarian or not. Countries should definitely adopt this, and perhaps even add a yellow or blue dot for vegan food.

2) The “Bombay Sandwich” as street food - it is basically bread loaded with veggies, can be had plain / toasted / grilled, with cheese or without - what’s not to love? One of the most filling and delicious street snacks that other countries can easily adopt. And it’s not difficult to make mint & coriander chutney, is it?

3) The jet spray in the loos - need I say more? Of course, in our recent trips, we’ve been carrying the portable ones , and most Asian countries do have them. Jet sprays are such an environment-friendly and hygienic thing that all western nations should adopt them!

What do you miss the most when you travel abroad?

Change is the only constant in life. However, the

Change is the only constant in life. However, the changes that perimenopause brings with it, especially in our skin, can be a little difficult to handle. Just ensure that you follow these simple skincare mantras and use the right products and you can have healthy, radiant skin at any age. ✨

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The 2024 Lok Sabha election is extra special for m

The 2024 Lok Sabha election is extra special for me since it is the first time that my elder son, who recently turned 18, will be casting a vote. This right to vote is one of the most important duties of being a citizen and I urge all the young adults (and their parents too) to ensure that their names are there in the electoral rolls, to get their voter ids and join in the process of celebrating the largest festival of democracy the world has seen!

I congratulate @iimunofficial on this wonderful initiative and I’m happy to do my bit for the #Myfirstvote campaign.

#myfirstvote #everyvotecounts #elections2024 #iimun

This reel is specially for my very special house h

This reel is specially for my very special house help who told me yesterday, “भाभी, तुम्ही हे Marathi song वर reel बन्वा, खूप trending आहे।” .

#trending #explorepage #fypage #instadaily #indianwear #saree #hindiaudios #marathiaudio #gulabisadi🌸💗 #gulabisaadi #marathisong
#trendingaudios #viralaudios #reelsexplore

It’s spring time, the gardens are in bloom, and

It’s spring time, the gardens are in bloom, and each section of the garden smells incredible with the different flowers that grow there.
This discovery set from @parfumsdemarly is just like a massive garden with each fragrance depicting a different floral bouquet, but one that’s perfect for the hot weather.
I bought this set in November (it isn’t available in India, I ordered it from USA) and have been carrying each of these fragrances in my handbags ever since. All four of the fragrances are delightful and perfect for spring summer.

Meliora - an airy floral with delicate hints of fruity notes, this one by @nathalielorson_masterperfumer is a clean & fresh summery fragrance, soft, yet radiant. On my skin it’s more floral than fruity and is a charming fragrance, perfect to wear on a hot day because it isn’t cloying or overbearing.

Delina - a rose fragrance unlike any other, Delina was the reason I bought this set. The creator is my favourite @quentinbischperfumer (the creator of Guidance). This is like a gigantic bouquet of pink roses and peonies, pretty and youthful. Even if you don’t like rose based fragrances, chances are you’ll really like this one.

Oriana - the fruitiest floral and most gourmand leaning (but not really a gourmand) of the four, Oriana, by @hamidmeratikashani , to my nose is like a delicious fruity dessert. Or a fruit punch. This would be more suitable for the evenings / nights though, when the temperature has dropped a bit.

Delina Exclusive - My favourite of the lot and one that is nearly over (need to get a full sized bottle now), this one is the perfect balance between fruity and floral. It is a little sweet, a little creamy and totally intoxicating and addictive. It is luminous and sensuous and absolutely stunning. Again, more appropriate for summer evenings & nights. I’d say Delina is a young princess and this one is her elegant, sophisticated mother, the Queen.

Have you tried any of these? Whose notes appeal to you the most?

No matter what your age, everyone can have healthy

No matter what your age, everyone can have healthy and youthful skin by following some simple skincare rituals. If you really want to see results though, it is very important to be consistent with them.

Right from the time that I was a college going teenager, these are the skincare rules I followed religiously:

👉🏼 Drinking two glasses of warm or room temperature water immediately upon waking up. This helps to flush out the toxins from your system.

👉🏼 Applying sunscreen. Every. Single. Day! Not just on my face but even on my arms, legs & nape of my neck.

👉🏼 Cleansing my face as soon as I got back home from college / work. The only “makeup” I wore those days was sunscreen, compact powder, eyeliner and lipstick but I still ensured that I used a cleansing milk (no cleansing balms and oils in those days you know) followed by a face wash. So yes, I was double cleansing way before it actually became a thing! Don’t wait for bedtime to cleanse your skin because then you might feel lazy / tired to do it. Instead, do it as soon as you get home so that the dirt / sebum / pollution doesn’t stay on your skin for long.

👉🏼 Applying a gentle moisturiser after cleansing every evening.

👉🏼 Never using hot water on my face. Even now, I do not use hot water on my face; it’s either warm or cold depending on the season but never hot.

Of course, everyone’s skin is different and genetics too, plays a very important role in the health of your skin, but these simple skincare tips really help in keeping your skin healthy and radiant. Also remember, in case of any skin issues, always consult the doctor / dermatologist rather than try to self treat.

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