After looking high and low for a good, non drying foaming cleanser, I stumbled upon the Sebamed Clear Face Cleansing Foam. I use it as my "second cleanse" in the double cleansing routine I perform at night. It has a pH of 5.5 which is more on the acidic side. It is said to be the ideal pH value of normal, healthy skin. The product comes in a no fuss pump bottle that dispenses the perfect amount of foam. I use 1-2 pumps of the foam and massage it into damp skin before rinsing off with warm water. It cleans my face quite well, without drying my skin. It has definitely helped me in keeping acne at bay, however only using this cleanser alone as an acne treatment won't be completely effective at controlling breakouts. The foam is said to contain panthenol that soothes and regenerates the skin. I cannot say much about regeneration, but my skin is definitely not irritated when I use this cleanser. I am on my third bottle of this cleanser. Each bottle (150 ml) lasts me 1.5-2 months. I will keep repurchasing it.
Price: Rs. 630
Available at medical stores or Nykaa.com and Healthkart.com

Okay, so my favourite type of eyeliner isn't a pencil or a liquid.....it is gel. I absolutely LOVE gel eyeliners. They are matte, long wearing and give the precision of a liquid liner without the fear of getting a wobbly line. But they also have their disadvantages. The little pot of liner dries up! Even after you've stored the pot upside down and diligently put the lid back on after every dip of your brush....it dries up. Now, a pot of gel eyeliner drying up isn't such an issue if you're using a brand that's not pricey. But what if you're using a liner that's relatively more expensive like Bobbi Brown or MAC? That's where Inglot Duraline comes in. It is an amazing product for reviving dried out gel eyeliners. Just adding a drop of Duraline to your pot of eyeliner and mixing well makes your eyeliner as good as new! No clumpy, flaky lines! Duraline can also be mixed with powder eyeshadows to create liners and liquid eyeshadows that stay on your eyelids all day! It makes them completely smudge proof! Inglot Duraline is a godsend if you're obsessed with eye makeup. It comes in a 9 ml dropper bottle that will last you a long time. This waterless, clear liquid hasn't irritated my sensitive eyes at all. Love love love this product! Will definitely repurchase!
Available at Inglot stores.

Hello everyone! Today I'm going to be reviewing the Colorbar Spotlight Illuminating Lotion. It is a part of Colorbar's skincare range. This lotion comes in a beautifully packaged pump bottle. The lotion aims to provide moisture and hydration to the skin, along with a glowy, luminous finish. It also contains the mega hydrating ingredient hyaluronic acid. For me, this lotion works brilliantly as a primer. On days when my skin is feeling dull and lifeless, I smooth on two pumps of this lotion and then process with my base makeup. Under my foundation/tinted moisturizer it gives me a wonderful "lit from within" glow. The biggest pro of this product is that it does not contain those hideously large shimmer particles that make me look like i fell face first in a pile of glitter powder. No. It has a gorgeous iridescent finish to it. The lotion is hydrating but not greasy. And it hasn't broken me out. It makes base products glide on seamlessly on my skin. Right now, it is my favourite face prepping product. Total thumbs up! Will definitely repurchase.
Price: Rs. 950
Available at Colorbar counters, Nykaa.com and Amazon.in

I have nothing but good things to say about The Body Shop's Camomile Silky Cleansing Oil. The first time I saw it in the store, I bought it immediately. And it has become one of my favourite makeup removers. Two pumps of this beautifully scented oil massaged into your dry skin dissolve every bit of your makeup. You then need to emulsify this oil with a few drops of water, whereby it turns milky. Then wipe the oil away with a warm flannel or muslin cloth. Splash face with warm water and you'll find that your skin is perfectly clean! I tend to use this oil as a "first cleanse" after which I use another cleanser. This cleansing oil removes gel eyeliner and long wearing lipsticks effortlessly. However I use a separate makeup remover to remove my waterproof mascaras. I love this cleansing oil as it performs brilliantly and has never broken me out. The Body Shop has really hit the spot with this one!
Price: Rs. 1095
Available at all The Body Shop stores and at www.thebodyshop.in

Hello readers! I'm sorry that I haven't been able to post more frequently. But now, no more excuses. I am back with a review of a cult product: Alpha H Liquid Gold. Liquid Gold's chief ingredient is glycolic acid. Glycolic acid is a chemical exfoliant that dissolves dead skin cells and reveals fresher, healthier skin. It is an ideal exfoliant for people who suffer from acne or have wrinkled skin.

How does one use Liquid Gold?
Cleanse your skin with a gentle and non foaming cleanser. Apply Liquid Gold onto a cotton pad. It has the consistency of a toner: water like. Swipe the soaked cotton pad over your face and neck, avoiding the eyes and lips. Voila! Its as simple as that! You can follow up with a moisturizer or leave it on as it is for the night. You may experience a slight tingling sensation. Don't expect instant results though. Your skin will look fresher in the morning, but the real results will be seen only after diligent and consistent use. I use it 2-3 times a week, without a moisturizer.
My skin is clearer, more even toned. Discolouration has reduced considerably. I have been using Liquid Gold for 2 months now. And the bottle will last me another month and a half with ease.
Liquid Gold is available on Luxola India. They've recently launched the super sized (200ml) bottle. Can't wait to get my hands on it!
All in all, Liquid Gold has become a firm favourite of mine and I will keep repurchasing it for a long time!
I'd love to try out some more products from Alpha H for sure!