Himalaya Lip Balm - Treat for Lips

Today I will be reviewing Himalaya Lip balm. A good lip balm is a “must” for any girl’s vanity. I use a lip balm throughout the year – the difference is the textures of the lip balms which vary with the season. I need a heavy duty lip balm like Nivea in winter bcoz they are absolute saviors from dry chapped lips in winter; although they are greasy and thick in texture they tend to last longer on my lips in winter. Rest of the year, I use nice light textured ones – and this lip balm from Himalaya is just perfect for summers.

PRODUCT - Himalaya Lip Balm

PRICE – 20 Rupees  (dirt cheap !)

QUANTITY - It is available in a tube of 10 gms.

COMPOSITION –  (from the website of Himalaya Herbals)

 Lip Balm contains the following ingredients:

Ricinus communis (Castor, Eranda) oil is used externally to relieve various inflammatory conditions of the skin and mucus membrane.

Cocos nucifera (Coconut, Narikela) oil extract is a good emollient and can be used externally for softening the lips. The oil extract is used in various cosmetics.

Triticum sativum (Common Wheat, Godhuma) oil is a rich natural source of vitamin E, which nourishes and prevents loss of moisture from the skin. It is used to tone and soften the lips. It has a potent antioxidant activity.

Wrightia tinctoria (Sweet Indrajao, Hyamaraka) leaves are used in various skin disorders including herpes. It has astringent and anti-inflammatory activities and is used as an antibacteial in several skin disorders.

Daucus carota (Carrot, Garijara) seed oil is used as a sunscreen and fragrance component in soaps, creams and lotions.

MY TAKE ON THE PRODUCT: 

 I have been using this balm for a week now and it proudly rests on my dresser table for everyday use.  It comes in a tube like packaging with green screw cap. The slanted tip of the tube makes it convenient for easy application.  

I like the transparent gel like consistency of the balm which is light in texture.

I am also a huge fragrance junkie and this balm smells just divine of minty bubblegum like smell.

It does a nice job of nourishing dry and chapped lips.  Since it contains SPF factor.. it makes the lip balm perfect for use in summers too.

The price and the packaging are just a HIT !!  Super cheap and easy to carry around anywhere you go . .

This lip balm however will not work for me in winters when my lips become very dry.

This lip balm also gets over very easily since you need to re-apply it after every few hours.

Love it or chuck it?

Definitely worth a try – perfect for people who don’t suffer from super dry, chapped and cracked lips. It is perfect to use it in summers.

Have you tried this lip balm yet? What do you think ? 

Please note: The product sent by the company's PR for consideration. 

Nivea Body Washes

I am always looking for a new body wash. Not that I don't all of many of my old favorites, but I love trying something new . I also like having a linup of gels/washes at the ready.

Having eyed the new Nivea line each time I went by it, I am now using the Touch of Happiness one. The line is actually quite large even though I've only seen 3-4 different ones in stores.

Touch of Happiness has one of my favorite scents- Orange Blossom. It's sweet and floral . The scent is medium strong but not overpowering. It stays with you a bit after shower too. The body wash itself is very creamy and after using you only need moisturizer on the driest areas. It lathers up nicely, smells great and feels very soft. Thumbs up.

There are 7 versions, ones incl. Shea Butter, Cream-Oil , Rose , Lime Blossom or Apricot scented and one with Diamond Powder. Honestly they all sound good.

Each bottle is 16.9 ounces and retails for approx. $5.99

This week ( 12-18th) at Rite Aid they are $4.99 and there was a $ 1 off coupon in most Sunday papers. These are definitely a good bargain and good quality.

Kim Kardashian & Nivea Fight Cellulite

Kim Kardashian has joined the Nivea cellulite challenge. Lets face it, many of us have cellulite, and anything that might help reduce it even a little, is something to take a look at . It's nice too, that Nivea isn't just saying" buy this cream", they've got a whole regimen designed to help.

Kim was recently featured on the cover of a national magazine saying that she, like millions of women, has cellulite.

Although she loves her curves, Kardashian admits, "cellulite is not cute," so she decided to do something about it.

She has enrolled in the NIVEA "Good-bye Cellulite, Hello Bikini Challenge," a four-week, holistic program that combines fitness, nutrition, style and skincare with NIVEA Good-bye Cellulite Gel-Cream and Patches to help women visibly reduce the appearance of cellulite and feel better in their swimsuits.

According to her :“After taking the four week challenge, I’ve noticed an improvement in the appearance of my cellulite. My energy is up and I feel more confident in my bikini than ever before,” Kardashian said. “It’s been a great way to re-commit myself to my fitness and nutrition goals. I’ve also really enjoyed using the gel-cream and patches. I’m very picky about my creams and this one goes on smoothly and smells great"

My personal experience with cellulite creams is that they do help , if you stick to using them routinely. Nothing totally takes it away but you can make things more toned and firmer. It's a start. I haven't yet used Nivea's, but I can say most Nivea items I have used have always been top notch.

Now you too can get swimsuit /bikini ready and join Kim in the challenge by visiting www.NIVEAusa.com/bikini