Make-up has never featured big in my daily routine. For many years I deluded myself into believing there could be nothing out there that could transform me into a beauty queen and if that was the absolute truth, there was just no need to venture into that territory. And thus I shielded myself from the foundations and concealers and what not(I got to know these terms during recent trips to the mall!). And lip treatment to me just always reminded me of the notorious phrase "putting lipstick on a pig". Now that says a lot about my non-existent make-up routine. But not to worry, I always use a basic cleanser and moisturizer and a decent enough smile to look presentable(for those that are conjuring up unreasonable projections of how I might look!).
But no this post wasnt to dwell on my daily facial routine. Its about the next best thing to looking good, which is smelling good. Yes I am a big proponent of minty fresh breath and sweet body odour. I honestly believe it makes a statement. Hence I always have a good collection of fragrances and lotions to keep the "smelling good in the neighbourhood" phrase alive. While I tend to try a variety of perfumes, I shun some strong ones like jasmine or most fruit based scents like cherry and raspberry(reminds me of jams and jellies) except citrus based ones.
My favorite natural smells would be :
1. Lavendar : I love lavendar for sleep aromatherapy, pleasant, soothing and relaxing. Perfect to snooze in.
2. Musk : I love all variations of musk.
3. Sandalwood : Probably cos I am from Karnataka, sandalwood always reminds me of home and peace, carefree life and serenity.
4. Vanilla : Fresh ground vanilla has a wonderful aroma. One bean that is equally good edible or as a fragrance.
5. Lemon/Lime/Citrus based fragrances are very refreshing as air freshners and detergents :).
Current collection of aromas :
Latest - Cashmere Mist by DKNY
Favorite - Black by Kenneth Cole
Funtime - Heavenly by VS
To feel top of the world - Gucci Envy me
All day lotions/body wash : Cherry Blossom and Moonlight path from Bath and Body works
Lavendar and Vanilla aromatherapy for sleep mist.
Footnote :
| Your Fragrance Profile |
 The best calming fragrance: basil The best fragrance for everyday wear: cinnamon The best fragrance to boost your sex appeal: musk The best fragrance for energy: eucalyptus |
4 mint(s) of wisdom:
Didn't realize how similar until this post...I am big on stockign up on feel good fragrances and body lotions too....there is something about smelling good, isn't it. I have heavenly and moonlight path in my collection, the rest I vary :)
A refreshing bath with a citrus scented soap and a generous spray of lavender smelling talc - that is how I combat the heat of the summer. I love fragrances too but the trouble is my loved ones know this and each one gets their preferred perfume for me with the result I have long forgotten what my preferred one is. I think it used to be "beautiful" and then "Romance". I will copy down your list for my shopping on my impending trip to the US
Usha
I get those too, most times they languish in my dresser for years till my next trip to India and donate it to my sister(I need to run after I make this public).
Yes try Black and Cashmere Mist, they are really awesome! And let me know when you are here :).
Ok black and cashemere mist it is - i will spread the word around. If i dont have any by the day I have to leave (hehe) I will buy!
I will be in Seattle from may 11 to June 3rd and new jersey from June 3 to June 11 when i leave back to India. A friend who lives in Maryland close to DC has been talking about meeting up at DC. Will certainly try to talk even if we do not get to meet!
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