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It took me a minute to come around to face mists, which—let's be honest—may appear to be nothing much more than atomized H20 to many of you. In short, a total waste of time and money. But hear me out: the ones you’ll see here are brimming with skin-loving ingredients, calming Rosewater, and even water from the French Alps. Just ONE spritz on my just cleansed and bare face was enough to change my life (and skin) forever. How you ask? Well...it instantly makes me feel revived, comes to my rescue at work when all I want to do is a nap after lunch and cools, soothes and hydrates my complexion when I need a midday pick-me-up. Ahead, a bunch of facial mists that you are bound to love: 1. AVENE THERMAL SPRING WATER Think of it as water, but with supernatural powers. It’s packed with skin-softening silicates and has a balanced dose of Calcium and Magnesium that work together to improve skin's texture and strengthen its barrier. Plus, its pH level of 7.5, ma...

Just a swipe of kajal is all you need to accentuate the beauty of your eyes. There’s no dearth of kajal in the market, from herbal and paraben-free to smudge-proof and waterproof formulas. Clearly, the pigment is not the only parameter you should look for in a kajal. After all, a kajal that starts streaking and smearing by noon—even if it’s the deepest black—is not an attractive look.  Here are six kajals that last and last. You’ll love them as much as we do! 1. Nykaa EyemBOLD Kajal + Free Nykaa Prove Your Point Cosmetic Sharpener With an intense black pigment, consider this sassy stick as your go-to makeup product for a super-bold look. Just one swipe will leave you with striking eyes that last all day long since it’s smudge-proof. 2. Plum Natur Studio All-Day-Wear Kohl Kajal + Free Flip-Tip Sharpener One swipe and you are good to go. This intense kajal is 100% free of preservatives. The best part it’s a Vegan formula infused...

Lakme recently launched its all-new Lakme Absolute Argan Oil Lip Color exclusively, taking the beauty world by storm. The first of its kind in India, these lipsticks are infused with the power of Argan Oil to give you the best of both worlds: rich pigments AND a nourished pout! If you’re like a kid in the candy shop when it comes to gorgeous lip colors, then these wholesome hues are sure to get your heart pounding, just the way they did ours. What’s more? These babies are available in 15 vibrant shades that complement all Indian skin tones! Oranges and Reds Dewy Orange Orange is in, and this one’s oh so stunning! It glides on your lips like a dream and will definitely attract attention at every brunch you wear it to. All this while keeping your beautiful lips hydrated. Drenched Red Bold red lipstick is all you need to add a touch of glamour to your look and this stunning hue is here to do just that. Your hunt for the perfect red lipstick ends right here! Are you b...

When it comes to your hair, taking care of it (the right way) is non-negotiable. Especially when harsh external factors, hot hair tools, and chemical-laden products come into play tampering with your texture. Then, giving your mane that extra TLC is pretty mandatory. After much groundwork, we've listed the best on the market for protecting, nourish and pamper your strands. From reliable hair oils to deep cleansing potions elixirs, here are the best hair care products you need to brandish beautiful healthy hair.  Here is a compiled hair care product list to give your hair the best detox yet: 1. COAT YOUR MANE The best hair product? Oil, oil and more oil. Apply a generous coat of this wonderful beauty blessing from root to tip to achieve glossy locks to flaunt. What’s great about this process is that it literally protects your hair from parched out and damaged strands. Go on and treat your hair with some fabulous oil love right before you star...

Show your man some love this season with these gender-neutral formulas. Considering the products listed come with super sleek packaging and minimal fuss, our instinct says that these power products are soon going to end up on his bathroom shelf. Presenting a new wave of beauty ideas fresh off the shelf, here are eight beauty goodies you can share with him. 1. Care For Some Polished Skin, My Love? Regular exfoliation is essential for healthy-looking skin. It’s time you shared your high-end luxury facial scrub with you man. Who knows, he’ll end up buying one just for himself. The Kama Ayurveda Kumkumadi brightening Ayurvedic Face Scrub is formulated with rich Kumkumadi oil and Saffron to gently exfoliate and brighten skin. We’re pretty sure he wouldn’t mind looking a little flawless. 2. Cheezy Mask Sessions With Bae! Most men aren’t quite ready for the wonderful world of beauty, but little do they know how much better their skin would look aft...

Outside the beauty space, coal is associated with anything but cleanliness, but the latest buzz in the skincare world has declared charcoal a heaven-sent for oily complexions.  Check out these charcoal-based face masks, washes, and more for a deep cleanse that looks dirty but cleans up nice. Nykaa Soap Story Activated Charcoal & Green Tea Handcrafted Soap This soap bar contains activated Carbon that thoroughly cleanses skin and draws out dirt, oil, and impurities. Gentle enough to be used daily on both your face and body. While it’s other dirt buster, green tea helps leave the skin fresh, radiant and rejuvenated. Ready for your much-needed detox? Vedic Line Charcoal Acne Control Cream An Ayurvedic cream that dries acne and pimples! Enriched with Tea Tree Oil and Salicylic Acid to keep blemishes at bay and keep skin soft and supple. Ideal for oily, acne-prone and combination skin types. Matra Activated Charcoal Face P...

There will always be those true and tried classics, that are evergreen. Things like Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin C and Retinol. We love them and can’t leave them. But…there’s a whole host of new ingredients that are setting the beauty world topsy turvy, ingredients that are not just innovative and effective but cutting edge as well. Some are old faves like Turmeric, Omega Fatty Acids, and Ashwagandha while others are new-age buzz words, CBD Oil and Pre and Probiotics. Let’s take a look at the ingredients that stirred up the status quo in the beauty world over the last year. Top Trending Beauty Ingredients: 1. PRE AND PROBIOTICS “Probiotics work the same way for the skin as they do for the digestive system,” says Dermatologist Dr. Abhijit Desai. This means that products containing these gut-friendly bacteria reduce inflammation and balance out your skin. But what’s the exact mechanism at play here? “They create a protective barrier on the skin and prevent allergic ...