* This post is a part of Happiness Blogtrain. I would like to thank my fellow blogger Sonal for introducing me..



I was too much confused what to write for today's post because it is all about my happiness and I have so many options which makes me feel happy..  Before jumping into the post I want to write few things about me.  After completing my MBA I was very sure to work in a corporate sector and I did too.. I was a banker but I left the job after relocating to a new city . Then to utilize my time I stepped into the blogging world slowly and I found my happiness in it.  Then I never look back. It was very difficult to manage blog, baby and home all alone initially but as time passed away it becomes normal for me.

Then I found my second happiness in doing nailarts.  When I am recalling my school/colllege days, I remember, I was very poor in applying even nail polish on my nails and now see, I enjoy every moment of doing nailarts . Whenever I feel sad, I love to dress up properly and put a bright lipstick and heavy kajal . Then the second thing I do is, doing nailarts . I feel really relaxed whenever i saw my painted nails . I had never ever imagined that I will be a nailartist (though I am not a pro till now).  All and all the moral is, never ran behind (or blame anyone)  for your happiness, try to find that inside you..

Now come to the track.. Today I will share 5 easy designs nailarts for beginners which tutorials I have already shared on blog earlier.. I will give the links here for better understanding .  Let's move..

 1 - Swirl Patten Nailart :


This is a very easy and beautiful nailart pattern which needs only few minutes to create.  All you need a needle and two or three nail polish shades . I have created the pattern for Independence day .. Find the tutorial HERE .

2 - Raindrops on Nails :



This is another beautiful 3D nail design which needs no time to create. . Here you will need a nail polish shade for base colour and a dry, gooey transparent top coat for this awesome nailart. Find the tutorial HERE  .

3 - Dry Brush Nailart / Abstract Nailart : 



This is a no-tool nailart which is again very easy to create.  Here you will need a base colour polish and a contrast shade nail polish.  Are you eager to know how I create this design, then visit the link HERE .

4 - Colourful Nailart using Sponge :


I had done this design for Holi . Here you will need few colourful nail polishes and a facial sponge  .. It is a very random design which anyone can draw..  Have a look at the tutorial HERE  .

5 - Drag Marble Nailart  - 



This one is one of my fav nailart which is beautiful and very easy to create.  Here all you need a needle to drag and two shades nail polishes.  I have created this design for Valentine's Day.  Find the tutorial HERE  .



There are so many designs and patterns of nailarts on blog.. I have selected few basic designs only for you..  Hope you love these designs..

** This post is written as a part of the “Happiness blog train” presented by Blogsikka and Mom’s Methods and sponsored by “Nayasa”. Nayasa has come up with a new range of bottles. This range of bottles are insulated, they maintain the liquid’s temperature inside the bottle either hot or cold. The new designs are practical and aesthetic. From holding in palms to the cap, everything is designed carefully.

The next destination is Shreenithee's blog.
She is a Bangalore based blogger and started sharing her thoughts through her article, for enthusiasts who cherish safe skincare, healthy lifestyle,  appreciate nature, respect environment and are intrigued to know some science behind food.

That's all for today... See you in the next post, till then stay blessed. 💜

Xoxo.. 

"This is a Sponsered post . All opinions are mine "




Hair is very precious to every woman. It is very much equal to an ornament to every woman, if I am not wrong..  In earlier days people used to use all natural and homemade products for their hair and they had beautiful hair that time. But now a days, pollution ,busy and hectic lifestyle has stolen away the healthy hair days from our life.  The chemical loaded hair products, heat and styling tools, hair colouring,etc. makes us fashion appropriate but our hair has become lifeless, isn't it?

These days I am facing so much hairfall and all thanks to the humid climate and hard water in my city. This is the issue of everyone now a days. But you can overcome this problem by using wigs. There are different kinds of wigs available in market but it is very important to choose good quality and matching wigs to make you feel comfortable while going out.  Recently while googling I found an excellent site called Blackhairspray which has amazing quality and wide range of hair wigs.


At Blackhairspray you can found less front wigs, ponytails, short hair wigs, waves, long hair wigs, braids and hair care stuffs. There are so many colour options to choose from in each variants.. They deal with some top brands like Milkyway, Free tress equal, Isis collection, Bohyme, Goddess ,etc.. The website layout is very easy to access .You just have to choose the design and cour as per your preference and place the order and get your parcel delivered at your doorstep . In case you didn't like the stuff, then they also have 30days return policy ..


I love crochet hair look but never did on my thin hair.. Blackhairspray has some beautiful crochet braid wigs.. If you don't know what is crochet braids, then let me tell you this is a technique where you need to take small portions of hair and make tight braids through a crochet hook or latch hook. This kind of hair style mostly find in African hair culture. See the below pic to get a proper idea on crochet hair.



Now say bye to bad hair days and  be ready to flaunt your hair with blackhairspray's amazing wigs collection.


Xoxo... 

Subscription boxes are always full of surprises and happiness, isn't it?  Recently I came across a new subscription box, though it is not new to market.. Well, I am talking about the Lady Raga bag..  I was super excited to receive the April edition bag..  Yesterday I received the package and very thrilled to unboxing here for all of you.


Price of one month subscription is Rs555/-

Book your Lady Raga bag HERE.


First have a look at the beautiful mustard colour bag.  I am loving the texture over it and quality of the material. The bag is of really good quality. Let's jump onto the stuffs inside..


The first product caught my eyes is the Freedom London Makeup Pro lipstick..  I got the shade 119 Adorn (Rs450/-).  I haven't tried any product from this brand yet and totally loving to try out the lipstick first. The dark plum-ish shade is looking awesome on me.. The texture and quality is very nice. Will do a separate post on it really soon.


The next product is Fuschia sunblock gel SPF 30 UVA and UVB. This is Rs450/- for 50gm. of product.  I love fuschia as a brand and have tried few other stuffs from the brand earlier. Again really excited to try this out.


The third product is face scrub from the brand Tatha.  Have heard really good opinions for this brand but haven't tried yet.  The face scrub is looking good, will share my view after trying out. This is for Rs210/- for 15gm.


Then the fourth product is a long chain necklace.. I love the design and quality is again awesome.




Now the exciting part is there is a surprise gift as well inside the bag . These long dangles I got as a surprise and totally loving these .


Intotal we are getting products around worth 1500/- and a surprise gift by paying only Rs555/- .. I think this April edition Lady Raga bag is a steal deal to grab. Don't waste time and place your order soon before it will go stock out.

So that's all for today, see you in the next post.. Till then stay blessed and beautiful. 💜

Xoxo..

*Sponsered post

Impressing women can be quite an uphill task. We might think of ways which could make us feel special and wanted however, when we implement them it always doesn’t and we would never want to see our girlfriend unhappy. Most of the times, we fail to understand the quotient of romanticism for the girlfriends as a result of which we would always want to opt for fail safe. Some of the ideas that we can follow are:
                                               
Give her the flowery surprise and take her breath away 



The best way to start the day for a loved one would be when you send flowers to them.  A large bouquet of red roses and a personalized card that says “I love you” is a show stealer. This idea not only triggers love but also helps it to set it on their minds. For this you don’t have to go outside office or your house. All you have to do is simply contact an online florist and just choose the right flowers for your loved one and wait. This idea works wonders for women. This entire concept of flower delivery online is a savior for the men not only for romance, keep the number of the florist handy and use it for various other occasions, be it a goodbye, or a miss you or even a sorry.

                   
Gift a box of the most exotic chocolates ever



A chocolate helps you be the best man in the whole world, they say. We don’t need a reason to give or chocolates but when there is a romantic approach igniting, a chocolate is a must give! It makes the relationship sweeter. Also if you are lucky, then half the contents inside the box might be for you. So keep that positivity in yourself and order the most exotic chocolate ever. Even if you don’t get any chocolate for yourself, you will surely win her heart, so it’s a win-win situation here.

                               
Write down something for her and express yourself


An expensive gift might win her heart and drain your pockets nothing is more valuable for your girl than to actually know what you think of her. Be it a short poem or just a few lines, if it is straight out of your heart, it is surely going to win her heart. You can also dedicate a few lines of a good song to her, whatever it is just make sure it comes from your heart and that will do.  If it is a handwritten love letter or a piece of poem straight from your mastermind, you might even start looking for the wedding venue!



                               
Make it better with a cuddly teddy bear


Women like to cuddle with soft toys and mush around with them. Much as the men hate to do so or to think of it even, please come to terms with the fact that a teddy bear is a sign of the. So go ahead and gift the cuddliest teddy bear ever and see how the game changes and you get labeled as the best and the most romantic boy friend ever with no extra efforts. You can either order it online and surprise her or take her out and let her choose.

                                                         
A heart shaped chocolate cake


Cakes are therapeutic and when it comes to love and romance they help both of you be happy and have the best times together. This entire experience of cutting cakes together and remembering these times may later count as the most memorable things. It is advisable to not leave a chance to celebrate the love that you both have and cherish.

That's all for today... See you in the next post .. Till then, stay blessed. 💜

Xoxo...

*Guest post

I count curd as a super food.  It has various health benefits and an ideal food during Summer. Curd has protein,  carbohydrate, fat, vitamin A, Vitamin B12, potassium, sodium, calcium, magnesium and few other vitamins .Except that curd has significant quantity of water which keeps body hydrated and cool during the hot summer.

Let's discuss the benefits of having curd for our skin, hair and health..

Curd for Skin -


Sun rashes, tanning, pigmentation are very common during summer.  Sour chilled curd can be applied to sooth down the sunburn on skin. To make a smooth pack take 4-5 tsp. of chilled curd, 1tsp. of cucumber juice, 2tsp. of gram flour and mix well. Then apply on face and other tanned part of body . The lactic acid in curd  helps to lighten and exfoliate the tanned skin.  You can also apply curd on face and neck on regular basis to remove pigmentation and in this way skin become moisturised and clean thoroughly.  Curd has antioxidant properties which also acts as an remedy of premature anti-aging.

Curd for Hair -

Curd is the natural hair conditioner and really effective for hair.  Curd nourishes and add natural shine to hair. To make a easy and effective hair pack, take 2-3 tsp. of curd and add 1tsp. of honey and mix well. Then apply thoroughly on hair and wash after half an hour. The lactic acid in curd smoothens the cuticles and softens the hair.



Curd is also very effective in curing dandruff , ichy scalp issue. Apply a bowl full of sour curd on scalp thoroughly and wash with cold water. To add natural shine and volume to hair ,apply curd on regular basis. Curd has vitamin B12 which is very important for strengthening hair follicles and for hair growth.

Curd for Health -


Curd has probiotics which helps to clean guts and improve the digestive system. The calcium in curd regulates cortisol which prevents hypertension, obesity and cholesterol . It is advisable to drink curd and mint water during summer to balance weight and feel healthy from inside. During summer it is very important to have salad with curd to reduce the body heat and keep the stomach cool. You should drink 2-3 glass of curd water to keep body hydrated during summer . These days flavoured yogurts are also available in market which can have like this anytime any day..

The sun is on its notch, hence try to keep the body hydrated from inside by drinking sufficient water ... That's all for today..  😊

Hope you like this post.. See you in the next post , till then stay happy and blessed. 💜

Xoxo..... 

Who doesn't like to be pampered ..!! It is necessary to pamper your loved ones and to make her feel special sometimes. Life has its own ups and downs ,but we need to make it cheerful by creating such special moments. Gifting is one of the best option to make anyone feel special or happy.  And when the gift will come surprisingly ,then the happiness is at its own level. Earlier we have discussed so many budget gifting options here but today I will share some of the luxurious gifting options for HER.  If your budget is a little high, then you might find this post helpful.. You can gift these to your better half,  sister, mother ...

1- Perfume :


When it comes to gifting, the first thing come to my mind is perfume.  Everybody love high end fragrances.  There are so many brands available in India which has awesome range of perfumes . Burberry , Calvin Klein , Givenchy ,Chanel , Ralph Lauren, etc. these are some of the best luxurious perfume brands for women.

2 - Watch :


Watch is every girl's favorite and it should be.  Watch teaches us to be on time always and it is also counted under a style factor, isn't it?  The prime watch boutique has some of the awesome luxurious watches for everyone.  I personally love the Omega Watch collection .. One should definitely check out the site, if the budget is on higher side..  These are one of the best luxurious gift ideas..

3 - Highend Makeup :

Someone has said that, 'one can reach to a girl's heart through her makeup box' .. Hahaha.. It is sounding funny but true..
Every girl love makeup and a highend makeup kit is another great option to pamper your loved one . MAC, Huda Beauty,  Chanel, Estee Lauder, Lancome,  etc. are the luxurious cosmetic brands you can try out for.  Except giving makeup products, if you can arrange a makeover for your loved one at a luxurious salon, then the happiness will be double.

4 - Korean Skincare Products :

These days there is a craze going on about Korean beauty products among everyone . Then what is the best option than gifting a box full of Korean cosmetics to your loved one.  Korean skincare products are best for skin because of their awesome herbal ingredients..  Innisfree, Etude House, Laneige, FacesShop are some Korean brands available in India, hence you don't need to worry about its availablity... There are websites like Amazon, Nykaa,  eBay sells Korean beauty products.



5 - Spa Time : 


Getting some time for own and relaxing is the best luxurious moment for any girl.  In this case Spa is one of the best option to chill out . Spa, body massage ,etc at a luxurious salon is like a dream comes true.. Hence don't miss out this option to pamper your loved one.

Except that there are hundreds of more options to gift but I feel these five are the best...  What do you think ?

This blog post is written for #ThePrimeWatch Blogtrain hosted by Ruchie Verma’s blog Wigglingpen and sponsored by THE PRIME WATCHES.



 I would like to thank Jhilmil  for sending the blog-train to my station . 

The next station is Jayashree Bhagat's blog.. Don't forget to check out her blog for another amazing content. .

Whether you prefer to have your tips done professionally at a salon or by yourself at home, manicures and pedicures are luxuries that cost not only money, but time and some effort as well. And just like any purchase or something you worked hard on, you want to make it last as long as possible. Sadly, these cosmetic nail treatments tend to have a weak longevity: a non-gel manicure or pedicure can chip within a matter of days, not weeks; sometimes the same day if you aren’t careful. Unfortunately, normal day-to-day activities all have the potential of damaging your pristine polish job, but if you follow our tips below you may be able to keep them looking fresh a little longer:

1: Clean your nails before you start -



If you’ve ever had your nails done by a professional, you’ll notice that the first step in a manicure is always to clean your nails, even if they don’t have any polish on them. You can do this with isopropyl alcohol or a nail polish remover, or even white vinegar if you don’t happen to have either on hand— these solvents help dissolve and remove any oils on your nails that may hinder polish from sticking to the surface effectively. Once they’re clean and dry, apply a base coat that helps protect your nails, such as the Pony Effect Nail Care Base Coat from MEMEBOX. Like an eyeshadow primer, this helps your nail polish last longer and makes the color pop more vividly.

2: Care for the cuticle -

Cuticles are an essential part of your nail. They’re a part of your skin and sit atop the place where your nail grows out of. Their existence helps protect the area. However, any polish applied to the cuticles will be incredibly chip-prone, so it’s best to push your cuticles back before doing any painting. Softening your cuticles makes this process easier and much less painful. Just soak your fingertips in warm water or use a cuticle oil.

3: Roll, don’t shake the nail polish -



The presence of air bubbles in the polish makes the coating chip-prone. Instead of shaking the nail polish bottle and creating bubbles, roll the bottle between your hands to agitate the formula. This also warms up the polish, helping it spread more easily over the surface of your nail. Instead of applying a thick coat, take your time and really get into the zone by applying many thin coats instead. Only the top layer of a thick coat will dry, so it’s easier to smudge if you make a wrong move.

4: Seal the free edge -

The distal edge, aka the free edge, is the outside tip of your nail. When applying base coat, polish, or a top coat, you should cover not only the nail plate but the edge as well. This seals the entire nail and prevents chipping.

5: Top up your top coat -



After applying polish, allow it to dry and then follow it up with a clear top coat. This locks your paint job on and provides an additional layer of protection to your pristine manicure. You’ll want to reapply this every two or three days. Taking this extra step also helps prevent your manicure from chipping and keeps it looking shiny and new.

6: Know how to repair a chip or smudge -

Accidents will happen, so arm yourself with some knowledge on how to fix a damaged manicure. You can smooth out any chips or smudges with a cotton swab dipped in polish remover, then spot-treat the affected area with the polish you used originally. Skipping this step means having a bumpy nail that will be more prone to catching on things and chipping again.

With these hacks, you can keep your tips in top shape and not have to worry about a ruined manicure within a week or less. Do you have any tips of your own? Share your favorites with us!

** The above images are not own by me or blog..
Pic courtesy - Google

*** Guest post

Being hygeinic is very important for our health. To maintain a hygienic surrounding  it is necessary to start from our body only.  Most of the stomach issues happen through our hands  hence we clean our hand before eat, don't we?  But what about while we are traveling and we have to eat outside ? Here hand sanitizers come so handy to use, isn't it?  There are so many hand sanitizer brands available in market, but do you prefer your hands smell like medicine or antiseptic cream while eating ? Ask this question to yourself ,I am sure the answer will be a straight NO.  But what if there is no option here with us.. Wrong, here we have options...


Himalaya wellness has launched 5 variants of hand sanitizers and these are of different fruit flavours..  Are you excited like I am?  The brand is so kind enough to send me all the five variants of purehand hand sanitizers and I am using these since couple of days now.

Price - Rs 80 - 90/- for 100ml. (it varies according to different variants) 

Available on HERE .

Variants - Litchy,  Strawberry, Lemon, Orange, Green Apple








What I love about These Purehand Hand Sanitizers -

• Simple, handy, leak-proof packaging 
• Amazing fragrance of each flavor 
• Hyeginic use
• It has goodness of neem and coriander
• Awesome fruit variants 
• Feels refreshing and removes jerms
• Sanitizers are very handy to use while traveling. 

What I don't love about These Purehand Hand Sanitizers -

• There is nothing as such any... Loved these 

Rating - 4.8/5 😊

So now don't get bore by using the typical hand sanitizers and use the Himalaya purehand hand sanitizers to get a refresh feeling each time .


Xoxo ..

** Sponsered post 

During these hectic lifestyle, we generally neglect to take care of ourself.  Where as, we pamper our whole body but normally forget our feet.  Don't you agree with me? Being a nailartist I always take proper care of my hand and more conscious about my hand nails but somehow neglect my feet. In my city the atmosphere is really dry which tends to dry skin all season .. My feet are super dry and flaky after shifting to Ahmedabad and you can't imagin how bad feeling it is..  I tried so many home remedies and creams but nothing worked properly.. There is always some cracks behind.. Then few days back I found Himalaya footcare cream and currently using this since a week now..  Did I find my crack heel solution ? To know the answer, read the write up below..



As per brand....

Himalaya foot care cream is an unique, daily use, natural formulation that heals and softens excessively dry and rough feet, preventing cracks and helping protect feet from microbial infections. The gentle yet effective combination of natural moisturizers provides an unique three-way deep moisturising effect, making you skin soft, increasing the natural moisture content and keeping your feet moisturised even during extensive exposure to elements. Sal Tree extract has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Turmeric and Honey provide antiseptic and germicidal action and Fenugreek helps heal cracks and relieve inflammation.

Price - Rs50/- for 20gm.

Available online HERE ..

Direction of Use  - Wash feet with lukewarm water and soap free cleanser. Pat dry and then apply footcare cream liberally over feet.  Gently massage and let it dry.. Apply twice a day.


Packaging - The foot care cream comes in a white tube which has the signature himalaya labelling.  The tube is compact and very handy to use.  I like the packaging.


My Experience - The foot care cream has thick and smooth texture . It has very mild and soothing fragrance which vanishes away after few minutes of application.  The cream is very lightweight and quickly absorbed into skin..  The days were gone when we had to sit hours to make dry the foot cream..  This himalaya cream dries out quickly and moisturises feet deeply.


I use it twice a day, once after taking shower in the morning and once before hitting bed. During night I soak my feet in lukewarm water for 10minutes and then clean the dead cells using a scrubber.. Then pat dry and apply this himalaya foot care cream properly.  It has been a week now I am using this and trust me the result is noticeable.  My feet is more soft and clean now.. It has turmeric and honey which is best known for their antiseptic properties.  Fenugreek heals cracks deeply and makes feet soft.  Now the only issue is, this cream has paraben in it and I wish if it hasn't..

Overall I love this himalaya footcare cream and a complete thumbs up  from my side..



Pros.. -

• Nice, handy tube packaging 
• Very mild and soothing fragrance 
• Soft and creamy texture 
• Absorbs quickly into skin 
• Has goodness of turmeric, honey, sal tree extracts and fenugreek 
• Heals cracks so effectively 
• Affordable 
• Easily available