Review : L’Oreal Paris Derma Genesis Pore Smoother Scrub

The packaging is a regular squeeze tube of 100ml. This scrub has foam like texture with red micro beads which acts as an exfoliator. This product claims to be non-comedogenic, definitely a plus point for those with acne prone skin. This scrub is gentle enough for daily use. 

 

L’Oreal Paris says :

“With gently purifying clay and micro-beads, it deep cleans skin and gently exfoliates dead skin cells, leaving skin purified and residue free. With BHA and micro-beads, it naturally enhances daily cellular renewal to provide smoother, brighter and fresher skin.”

My verdict :

You only need a small amount to wash your entire face which makes this product long lasting. This clay-based scrub helps to control the oil production but it makes my skin dry. As we know, dry skin is prone to breakouts.. so, what I usually do is, I moisturize my skin right after using this scrub. Problem solved! :D However, I did not witness much improvement on my blackheads (my baking soda trick works so much better :P). It didn’t really help much in minimizing my pores. I should probably use it longer and see how it goes. I always notice a difference after using this scrub, my skin feels refreshed and softer! Overall, this product can be considered as a good scrub. 

Note : The product in this review was included in the goodie bag from OnlyBeauty’s Blogger Launch Party 

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DIY : Apple - Honey Face Mask

Suffering from tired looking skin? Give this DIY a try! Apple contains antioxidant which helps to relieve skin from sun damage. It also helps to exfoliate your skin, resulting in clearer and more beautiful skin.

What you’ll need :

1) Apple

2) 2 tablespoons of honey

3)  Blender

Instructions :

Firstly, peel and cut the apple into pieces. Put into a blender and add 2 tablespoons of honey. Apply the mixture to your face and leave it on for about 10-15 minutes. Finally, rinse off with warm water and you’re done!

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Why Toothbrush Is An Essential Beauty Tool?

This may somehow surprise you but the truth is, toothbrush is an amazing beauty tool. After realizing how handy can it be, you might even grab an extra toothbrush from the drugstore.

5 ways to use this tool :

    1)    Exfoliate lips

Run your toothbrush under warm water and gently brush your lips with it. Add sugar as a lip exfoliator to remove dead skin, also to keep your lips soft and smooth. Exfoliation makes your lipstick colour to last longer.

       2)    Apply hair dye

Touch up your hair or roots using a toothbrush. Using a toothbrush works wonders and makes sure the colour is evenly distributed.

       3)    Clump free lashes

After applying mascara, you may notice clumps on your eyelashes. How to remove them? Wiggle the toothbrush gently from the root to the tip to get clump free lashes.

      4)    Groom your eyebrows

A brow brush is used to groom eyebrows. Don’t have one? Use a toothbrush instead!

    5)    Scrub your elbows and knees

Exfoliate your elbows and knees so that they don’t turn rough and dry. Scrub them using a toothbrush and soap.

Tips :

• Use a soft bristle toothbrush

• Always moisturize the skin after exfoliation

• If the toothbrush exfoliation is giving rise to new pimples, stop using immediately

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DIY : Papaya Mask

Papaya has many beneficial properties to the skin. It contains vitamin C and E which helps to exfoliate and smooth the complexion, also controls premature aging. Papaya can be used to treat sunburned skin and acne!

What you’ll need :

1) Ripe papaya

2) 1 tablespoon of honey

3) Bowl

4) Fork

Instructions :

Peel the ripe papaya. Remove the seeds and dice it. After that, mash the papaya in a bowl with a fork. Add a tablespoon of honey and mix it. Apply the mixture to your face and neck, leave it on for about 10-15 minutes. Finally, rinse off with lukewarm water.
 

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