*PR package sent for review purposes.

Yes ladies and gentlemen, the most awaited subscription bag is here again!

I know I know, I am late again in reviewing this month’s Fab Bag, but believe me, I received it only recently. Now that it is here, I decided to quickly post my take on it. Upon receiving the courier, I quickly sanitized the things as much as possible and flipped through every single pamphlet or info card to understand the theme and the products that have been sent.

If you ask me, I’m surprised because the list of products stated on the info card of the July Fab Bag 2021 has been preceded by the actual contents in the courier box. I re-checked and realized that a huge luxuriously packaged product has not been mentioned. But I honestly loved this product. If you want to know which product I am talking about, then sit still till the end and I’m sure it will be worth the wait!

So let’s begin with the unboxing without more dilly-dallying.

 

And if you were looking for a discount code, then here is one that you can use to grab some discount!

Increase Your Overall Savings: I have a fab bag coupon code that the brand shared with me for the readers of TGL. You can use BHAWNA10 to get flat 10% off on 3, 6 or 12 month subscription plan.

[FOR TRANSPARENCY PURPOSES: This is not an affiliate code. I am not earning any commissions from it.]

 

Fab Bag July 2021 Review

Fab Bag July 2021 comprises a total of 5 Makeup and Beauty Essentials, along with a full-sized BONUS Products. The makeup selection option (lipstick shade this time) was available to the long month subscribers.

 

About the Makeup Item:

Comfortable to wear and packed with rich pigment, Revolution PRO Matte Lip Pigments dry down to a matte finish that doesn’t budge or smudge. This creamy formula glides on with a soft doe foot applicator, for even coverage and unbeatable vibrancy. Wear alone or top with gloss.

Shades to opt from: Spiritual, Visionary, Foresight, Apprehension, Telepathy, Sixth Sense, Affection, and Ardent.

 

Products Inside July Fab Bag

Revolution Pro Supreme Matte Lip Pigment - Foresight

Price: INR 695 [Full Size]

I might have a vanity full of lipsticks; I might not “need” more lipsticks, but I would never say “I have enough lipsticks”. Yup, that’s the intensity of love I have with lip lacquers. I mean you can use it in so many different ways like as a blush, colored eyeliner or the more conventional one: coloring your pout. This is why I feel excited upon receiving lipsticks in the Fab Bag subscription. The Revolution Pro Supreme Matte Lip Pigment has everything that I’d expect my liquid lipsticks to be, including a soft texture, matte finish, comfortable to wear, and transfer-proof (because hello we have masks on). In short, I absolutely love it and can imagine myself flaunting it with a plain, sheer white shirt.

P.s. I am falling head over heels with white clothes nowadays. Yes, it’s just a phase. Do you also undergo such phases? Comment down below.

 

Plum Fun in the Sun Duo (Scrub + SPF 50) [Minis]

Price: INR 274 [Sample Size]

In summers, most of the people have two primary concerns when it comes to skincare. These concerns include having a dull skin and skin tanning. The Plum Fun in the Sun Duo with a scrub and a sunscreen of SPF 50 serves exactly the purpose of minimizing those concerns. Their scrub will assist in eliminating the dead cells to offer a brighter skin, while their sunscreen will act as a shield against the sun to prevent tanning. I am currently using the UV Doux Sunscreen so I’d gift this duo set to my sister.

Moha: Herbal Face Wash

Price: INR 80 [Full Size]

After a really long time, I gave in and tried a skincare product, which is not prescribed by my dermatologist. Moha Herbal Face Wash lathered pretty well and cleansed my face. I did not apply makeup unnecessarily to check if it can remove makeup because I would still prefer and suggest undergoing double-cleansing. Anyways, this product did a decent job and as of now, I’m just hoping that nothing goes wrong, but again a wash-off product cannot do much harm.

K Bizz French Pink Clay

Price: INR 300 [Full Size]

K Bizz is a relatively new brand for me as this is the first time I have come across its products. It is apparently an Indian brand offering French Pink Clay, which aids in deep pore detox. According to the product description given on the packaging “Detoxify and glow in only 10 minutes with K Bizz French Pink Clay Mask. It is a super powered 4 in 1 formula that tightens pores, invigorates a dull skin and instantly boosts radiance”. As it is a powdered-based mask, it can be customized depending on the skin type. For instance, if you have a dry skin, you can add milk into it to get the right consistency. But please try to use a wooden spoon instead of a metal one while scooping out clay masks.

 

Adideva Naturals Ananda Miraculous Face Serum

Price: INR 799 [Full Size]

I absolutely love toners and serums because they are lightweight and my oily skin loves them. But of course, a moisturizer shouldn’t be skipped irrespective of what your skin type is! Coming to the Adideva Naturals Ananda Miraculous Face Serum, I am strictly staying away from it simply because of the fact that it has a lot fragrance in it! I know a lot of the people are still debating about the presence of fragrance in their skincare products, but I have realized that my skin doesn’t do well with skincare products (I am exclusively talking about products that sit on my face) that have fragrance and this particular product has so much of it that I could take a whiff of it without actually opening the bottle. In case your skin can tolerate products with fragrances then you can definitely give it a try.

Bonus Product: Nourish Mantra Body Lotion Mystic Indian Rose

Price: INR 975 [Full Size]

Yup, this is the product I was talking about in the introduction of this blog post. I know you’d be like,
“wait; just now she said she doesn’t like products with fragrance and now she’s praising this particular product”. Dear readers, a few lines ago, I mentioned about facial skincare products and this is solely because I have a sensitive skin, which is undergoing acne vulgaris treatment. I am okay with body care products having fragrance. Now that the distinction has been made, I wanna say that I absolutely love the Nourish Mantra Body Lotion! It comes in such a luxurious packaging and has a pump dispenser that releases only the required amount of the product. It hydrates the skin so well and re-application isn’t even needed. [Please note: this is as per how my skin felt during summers; winter dryness hasn’t been taken into consideration]

 

Total Worth of the Products: INR 3,123

Total Savings: INR 2,524

 

TGL’s Final Verdict:

The curation of the July Fab Bag is very well-thought and executed. I loved most of the product, especially the liquid lipstick and body lotion. The one thing I didn’t like was also based on my skin type and concerns, but of course that is not the case for everyone out there.

 

P.s. don’ forget to use BHAWNA10 to get 10% off while getting a Fab Bag subscription.

Bhawna D. 

 [PR package sent for review purposes]

Imagine yourself sitting in the balcony, sipping your favorite beverage and listening to the pattering of raindrops against the roof. Awesome, right? 😍

Now wonder about things that you detest during the monsoon season like puddles and humidity. All these drawbacks of the weather come along with skincare and haircare woes like increasing production of oil on the facial skin as well as the scalp. This further leads to acne, body odor and unnecessary hair fall.

While these contemplations were making rounds in my mind, I received my June 2021 Fab Bag. If you ask me, the subscription bag almost came like it’s on a rescue mission exclusively for me! [You’d eventually know why I’m saying that, but you have to stick around till the end for it.]

This time, I received the bag on the seventh day of the month. Personally, I prefer getting the bag in the initial days itself, but I have to take into consideration the fact that most of the cities in our country were imposed with lockdown restrictions and it must have been hard to procure products from different brands. Anyways, when I unboxed the courier [post sanitization], I saw a charging dock and it baffled me! For a second I was like, “Wait, which parcel is it that I’m unboxing?” In short, Fab Bag June 2021 edition will completely break your expectations and I mean it in a positive manner. 😁

 

Increase Your Overall Savings: I have a fab bag coupon code that the brand shared with me for the readers of TGL. You can use BHAWNA10 to get flat 10% off on 3, 6 or 12 month subscription plan.

[FOR TRANSPARENCY PURPOSES: This is not an affiliate code. I am not earning any commissions from it.]

 

Fab Bag June 2021 Review

 

Products Inside June Fab Bag

SUGAR All Set To Go Translucent Powder

Price: INR 599 [Full Size]

I have a case of extremely oily and acne-prone skin, which is why not all compacts work for me. I mean most of them require re-application and that leads to clogging of the pores. But this one by SUGAR is so AMAZ-ING! All Set To Go Translucent Powder is finely milled and it sets the base makeup beautifully without caking. I have used it for setting my under-eye concealer and the rest of the face and have also tried face baking with it. As it is a translucent powder, it works well with all skin tones and you can use it even if you become tanned due to summers. I have been using this powder for quite some time now and I ran out of the older one recently. I’m glad to receive this because now I don’t have to buy another one! [Yaaay 🥳]

SUGAR Smudge Me Not Liquid Mini Lipstick - 10 Drop Dead Red

Price: INR 249 [1.1 ml]

If you have been reading this blog for a while, then you’d know my love for SUGAR’s Smudge Me Not Liquid Lipsticks. I have a collection of these lipsticks because I love liquid lipsticks more than the usual bullet ones. The shade 10 Drop Dead Red is true to its name! It is a perfect red which can be used for glammed makeup looks while wearing a western or ethnic outfit. I believe it would go really well with all Indian skin tones. I would personally flaunt it with a white shirt and subtle brown eye makeup.  

Plum BodyLovin’ Bestselling Duo Minis Kit

Price: INR 350 [Sample Size]

Plum BodyLovin’ range has been tempting me for quite some time now. I recently ordered their body oil during an impulse purchase when I was feeling low. Anyways, this Bestselling Duo Minis has body washes in ‘Oopsie Diasy’ and ‘Hawaiian Rumba’. Amongst these, ‘Oopsie Diasy’ has a mild, soothing floral fragrance and ‘Hawaiian Rumba’ has a more dominant sweet, tropical fragrance which I absolutely LOVE!! 💗 I think I’ve developed my fascination for the later variant so much that I might order its full size and other products!

Baiser India Dark Kiss Roll-On Perfume

Price: INR 449 [Full Size]

When it comes to my perfumes, I detest overtly fruity or floral fragrances. These fragrances after getting mixed with sweat smell really funky. Upon taking the first whiff of the Baiser Dark Kiss Roll On Perfume, I knew I will be using it as soon as lockdown restrictions are uplifted and I get to go out with friends and close ones. This perfume is everything that I’d personally pick up! 😍💗

Plum Olive and Macadamia Hair Spa Kit

Price: INR 374 [Sample Size]

I am not sure exactly when, but my love for a hair mask is only recent. But since the first time I tried, there has been no turning back. Now hair mask is just one component of a hair spa and if it alone can give such amazing results then a hair spa kit is only a bonus! Since the time Plum launched its Macadamia Hair Care Range, I have wanted to try it out but couldn’t because of reason unknown. I really am looking forward to a pampering session with this kit.

Tru Hair Oil with Heater

Price: INR 349 [Full Size]

We have all heard about the benefits of using hair oil after warming it. It is believed that warming up of the oil assists in its deeper penetration into the scalp. But of course, we all hate the additional steps required for heating the oil. Tru Hair Oil comes with a heater wherein you simply need to pour some oil and plug it into a socket and voila! I absolutely loved the amalgamation of the age-old concept of Ayurveda in the production of the oil and the innovation of coming up with a heater to cater convenience! 😊

 

Total Worth of the Products: INR 2,370

Total Savings: INR 1,771

 

TGL’s Final Verdict:

If you ask me, I would run like a maniac to lay hands on the Monsoon Mania June Fab Bag!! This edition has such amazing, useful and innovative products from renowned brands and even the sample products are decently sized so that you can actually make use of them. I loved almost everything, ranging from the unique bag design to the complete curation. 💞

Bhawna D. 

 

Fab Bag May 2021

Hi guys,

I hope you all are doing immense well. Staying home is a necessity nowadays, so please stay indoors and go out only when it's required. Please get your parents and yourself registered for vaccination and take care of everyone around you. Also, as a lot of fake news or rumors are circulating over the Internet, validate the sources and do not blindly trust anything and everything. In case news or social media is making you anxious (like me), then ditch them for a while. 

 

Anyways, with the ongoing lockdown and crisis scenario across most of the states in India, it’s getting tough to order non-essentials. Initially, I was skeptical if Fab Bag will be sending across its subscription bag, but their Instagram page did declare the theme of the month, which increased my hope. I received my Fab Bag May 2021 courier on the tenth day of the month. This could probably be because sourcing products at this tough time must have been hard and there must be a reduction in logistics services because of Government regulations.

By the time the courier reached my door, I had almost forgotten what makeup choices I opted. But this only added to the surprise element. {Thanks to my forgetful self! 😂} I believe this post can end up being a tad bit longer, so please grab a snack or beverage before reading forth.

Oh, you're back! Now that you’re here, let’s begin with the unboxing! Also, please note that although this is part of a PR package, all opinions presented in this blog post are 100% honest.

 

May Fab Bag

Here’s the deal:

I have a fab bag coupon code that the brand shared with me for the readers of TGL. You can use BHAWNA10 for getting flat 10% off on a 3, 6 or 12-month subscription plan.

[PLEASE NOTE: This is not an affiliate code. I am not earning any commissions from it. However, given a chance, you should support your favorite bloggers as it helps them in keeping their passion alive in the longer run.]

 

Fab Bag May 2021 Review: The Summer Lovin’ Edition

The Summer Lovin’ Fab Bag has a beautiful white pouch with green leaves printed all over. Inside the pouch, there are a total of 5 makeup and beauty essentials. The makeup selection email offered makeup choices for the different shades of eyeshadow and liquid lipstick. Stay glued to know what options I picked! 😊

 

Products Inside May Fab Bag

 

Brick New York Ultimate Matte Liquid Lipstick - 12 Vampiric Red

Price: INR 449

Brick New York Ultimate Matte Liquid Lipstick is not an unacquainted product for me. I have received it in the Tri-Oomph August Fab Bag, but that time I got the shade Soft Fuschia 01. This time, I decide to get myself a classic red lipstick so opted for 12 Vampiric Red. Thanks to COVID-19 and the necessity of wearing masks, I don’t know when I’d be able to wear and flaunt it. As of now, I am going to either use it to create colored winged eyeliner looks or maybe do some self-portrait shoots.

 

Teen Teen 5D Pretty Eye Shadow – 06 Flamingo Pink

Price: INR 349

Teen Teen 5D Pretty Eye Shadow comes in a compact white packaging with transparent plastic window on the top so that you can easily identify the shade while the product is lying in your vanity. I’m not really sure why the brand has named it 5D, but I’m mesmerized by how adequately soft the eyeshadow cake feels. The product doesn’t take forever in being packed as a lid color and there are no fallouts at all. Coming to the shade, 06 Flamingo Pink is champaign pink, which can be utilized in so many more ways than just eyeshadow. I am definitely going to use it as a highlighter.

 

Keeva Naturals Scuba Dive Shower Gel

Price: INR 200

Keeva is relatively a new brand for me as I have never heard about the brand. Their Naturals Scuba Dive Shower Gel comes in a simple plastic bottle. The consistency of the product is more on the liquid side so pouring the same can be a bit tricky. I was expecting it to lather a lot but it only produced decent foam. It could be that I used a tiny amount of the shower gel. I might use it for cleaning my makeup brushes.

 

Palmer’s Coconut Oil Formula Body Firm Sheet Mask

Price: INR 550

Palmer’s Coconut Oil range has been trending over the Internet for some time. I wanted to try their sheet mask, which I received a few months ago in the Fab Bag subscription. But since I am seeing a dermatologist for acne, I am avoiding applying anything on the face that is not prescribed by the doctor. Thankfully, this product is a body mask! I am really excited to use it and see how it fares for my skin.

 

St. D’vence Tea Tree Oil Face Wash with Neem

Price: INR 125 for 40 ml

I have tried St. D’vence products in the past and enjoyed using them. I am thinking of keeping this sample-sized pack in my office bag in the hope that vaccination will be done soon and offices will open and every one of us can resume our normal lives (but with masks). The cleanser is sulfate, parabens, SLS/SLES and fragrance-free. It also does not have mineral oil added.

 

Total Worth of the Products: INR 1,673

Total Savings: INR 1,074

 

TGL’s Final Verdict:

If you have finished your essential items like facial cleanser and body wash or you are a shopaholic like me who’s craving to lay hands on products from different brands, then go ahead and book yourself the May 2021 Fab Bag subscription. With 2 makeup items and 3 beauty essentials, this month’s essential is not going to disappoint you at all! 💓

Have you been searching for a subscription box in India that caters to your makeup and beauty essential needs? Then look no further because I have got one of the most popular ones in my hands, which I will be unboxing with you guys.

Go grab yourself a snack or beverage, before heading forth with the Fab Bag April 2021 blog post! 😊

You might be wondering:

With so many subscription boxes available in the Indian market, which one to opt for?

Well, I have tried a handful of them and had my share of good and bad experiences. The main reason why I couldn't remain hooked to other subscription bags was inconsistency, bad customer support and sudden closure of the brands.

Yes, that happened a couple of years ago and people were abruptly left clueless about the sudden disappearance of the brand.

In my voyage of discovering that one subscription box, which catered to my curiosity of trying out new products and brand, I discovered Fab Bag. Fab Bag, earlier known as Vellvette, was established in 2012. At present, the brand has a popular beauty subscription box by the same name and it sells makeup and beauty essentials.

I have had their long term subscription since several years and now have managed to collaborate with them. But please note, all opinions that I will be sharing on this blog post will be 100% honest. #NonSponsoredPost

But wait.. there's more!

I also have Fab Bag Coupon Code to share with you guys. You can use BHAWNA10 for getting flat 10% off on 3, 6 or 12 month subscription plan.

[PLEASE NOTE: This is not an affiliate code. I am not earning any commissions from it. The coupon code was kindly provided by the brand for the TGL readers. However, given a chance, you should definitely support bloggers as it helps them in keeping their passion alive in the longer run.]

Let's jump right in!

Fab Bag April 2021 Review: The Wonderful Spring Edition

I received the Wonderful Spring Fab bag courier on the sixth day of the month. As soon as I unboxed the package, I noticed the Spring themed bag with flowers of different color printed. The bag/pouch comes with a usual zip closure and the brand logo attached. Inside there were: info, renewal offer, 60% off code on Slova Cosmetics and #InMyFabBag Contest card.

And it doesn't stop here!!

Products Inside April Fab Bag:

SUGAR Wonder Woman Creamy Matte Lipstick - 02 Amazonian

Price: INR 599

I love receiving lipsticks in Fab Bag because I cannot have enough of them. And when lip colors from the brand SUGAR are included in the subscription box, I consider it the star product! First and foremost, I love the quirky Wonder Woman packaging of the lipstick. Secondly, I am amazed at how beautifully the product glides onto the lips without tugging them.

Applying liquid lipsticks already make the lips feel uncomfortable and dry by the end of the day, and on top of that my skincare treatment is making them super chapped! Although I constant re-apply my favorite Uriage Lip Balm, I'm purposely ditching on the matte lipsticks for a while. However, I hate it when my lipsticks transfer to my mask. In such a scenario, I absolutely love lipsticks like SUGAR Wonder Woman Creamy Matte Lipstick. The shade 02 - Amazonian is a rosy pink, which would look great on all Indian skin tones.

The Soap Company India Midnight Love Body Cologne

Price: INR 349

Product Description: The Soap Company India Midnight Love Body Cologne is a woody aromatic fragrance for him and her. The fragrance is sensual but not saccharine, aromatic but not stereotypical, fresh yet sophisticated.

Summer and BO goes hand in hand, thanks to the Indian humid weather and harsh sunrays! But it becomes really embarrassing, so I always ensure I apply a perfume or body mist and carry one along with me wherever I go. The Soap Company India Midnight Love Body Cologne comes in very compact, convenient and travel-friendly packaging. I am definitely adding it to my handbag because its fragrance is really amazing! I am not good at explaining fragrance notes but I detest those sharp floral and fruity fragrances, which is why I incline towards unisex or men's perfume. P.s. yes I have used my brother's Axe Signature as well!

As I was saying, this mist has a very refreshing, soothing and non-fruity or floral fragrance and I'm so looking forward to using it. I think I'm also going to spritz some of it on the brushes of my hairbrush and comb out my tresses because I love this fragrance!

Kiara Cosmetics Vitamin Tree - Skin Mattifying Soothing Sorbet

Price: INR 449

Product Description: Kiara Cosmetics Vitamin Tree Soothing Sorbet Gel is a blend of naturally hydrating pure vitamin tree gel and glycerin that soothes, refreshes and mattifies the skin. The infusions of vitamin tree extracts and aqua act as a natural humectant that replenish the skin's moisture.

I have oily and acne-prone skin, which is why I love gel-based moisturizers. I personally loved the simple tub packaging as well as the texture of Kiara Cosmetics Vitamin Tree - Skin Mattifying Soothing Sorbet. However, I will be giving this to my friend or relatives because I'm currently undergoing a skin treatment and sticking to the medicated skincare jotted by my dermatologist.

Organic Harvest Neem Face Wash

Price: INR 165

Organic Harvest is a well-known brand and I have used their face washes in past. This one has a decent amount of the product and it is free of parabens, mineral oils, paba and animal ingredients. It has a mild formulation, which will prevent over-drying of the skin after face wash.

Palmer's Coconut Charcoal Detox Sheet Mask

Price: INR 305

As far as I remember, I was introduced to the brand Palmer by December 2016 Fab Bag subscription. I have been eyeing their Coconut range products, including leave-in serum and facial moisturizer, for some time now. Still, I'm excited to see how the charcoal detox sheet mask would fare for my skin. P.s. I love masks!!

Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++

Price: INR 381

Biore, owned by Kao Corporation, is a Japanese brand that focuses on creating unique and creative formulations. The brand's Biore UV Aqua Rich Watery Essence Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA++++ has a micro-defense formula, which offers even coverage for the skin. It has an ultra-light and non-greasy formula. It also leaves no white cast and can double up as a makeup base. And the best part is that it is suitable for all skin types.

Total Worth of the Products: INR 2,248
Total Savings: INR 1,649 approximately

• Star Product: Creamy Matte Lipstick by SUGAR.
• Getting a skincare product from an International brand.
• Summer-Appropriate Essentials: Face Wash, Sheet Mask, Gel-Based Moisturizer, Body Mist and Sunscreen.
• Receiving a total of 6 makeup and beauty essential items in the Wonderful Spring Fab Bag pouch with zip closure.

Cons: 

• None

TGL's Final Verdict:

Fab Bag April 2021 subscription bag is a steal deal! If you are looking forward to restocking summer essentials then get yourself the Wonderful Spring Edition. I am sure you won't be disheartened and will come back to thank me later!