Seacret From Dead Sea

How could I forget to introduce my bestie; body lotion from SEACRET!!! If you are wondering what SEACRET really is; SEACRET SPA has this unique collection of skin care and spa products with nutrients essential to the health of your skin and body. Minerals such as Magnesium, Bromine, Potassium, Calcium, Sodium, Zinc, Sulfur, Iodine, Strontium, Boron and Iron have been scientifically proven to contribute measurably to feeling and looking your best. This is the magic of minerals!

Skin cells are in constant communication and the essential link in this communication process is minerals. These minerals are also known to help relieve different skin ailments such as psoriasis, eczema, acne, wrinkles, arthritis, joint inflammations, muscle stiffness, itching skin as well as facilitate the skin’s recovery from minor abrasions and injuries while they help ward off aging.

The lowest point on the face of the earth, the Dead Sea, is some 1,300 feet (400 meters) below sea level. The Dead Sea overflows with abundant life-supporting matter. This natural therapeutic storehouse is rich in minerals. In fact, its waters contain the highest concentration of minerals (32%) to be found anywhere in the world. This mineral concentration is 10 times higher than that of any other ocean. Cleopatra was known to nurture her beauty there from time to time.....

Their collection of skin and spa products are extracted from the ancient and some say mystical, salts and minerals found only in one place on earth, the Dead Sea. Their products are manufactured in Israel. We can buy Seacret products from Seacretspa.com or from hundreds of exclusive locations in the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Europe and Israel. Boo...hooo...what about India? What if I run out of this? By the way, I bought mine from the SEACRET kiosk at the local mall!

This was actually from the Nail & Body Care Kit which includes a buffing block, nail file, body lotion and nourishing cuticle oil. It was in a promotion for 20 pounds i.e. 1600 INR :) Have I gone a little overboard? I simply could not resist the fragrance of the body lotion and the fell flat!

Ignore the messy packaging! Battered to death!! The packaging was typical and it was a 200-ml (6.8 fluid ounces). I felt somehow the opening of the tube was way too big for the product, so the product freely flows without any efforts like you dont even have to squeeze the tube! Great in one way, but there is a chance of spill and leak which I hate! I know I complain too much, but that's how I waste a lot without my knowledge :( I would like to reiterate the above-said: do not apply this product liberally. This is not a product where you can act liberal!!!At least for the price tag!

The fragrance is amazing and it makes me feel like I am in a garden full of exotic heavenly-smelling flowers. A peanut size of product is more than enough to serve the purpose of hydration as this formula is a bit heavy and thick comparitively. Consistency is like regular moisturizer, white in color! Will post a pic, if you wish!

It soaks easily into the skin so fast it does not even leave a hint of sheen to the skin. I hate that greasy look with the other moisturizers, but this is different. No more greasy looks...

To be honest, I dont know how long this stays. I dont mind as long as I smell heavenly! This also comes in different flavours like Cucumber & Melon, Vanilla & Cocunut and finally Ocean. I was planning to buy Vanilla & Coconut, but as I said, I could not resist the fragrance of Wild Kiwi. It definitely does not smell like kiwi, but something "very" unexplainable. This product works its best after a shower.

I have not tried the remaining products other than the body lotion and the buffing block. I thought each of them did deserve a special review as such.

For me, this product is just HEAVEN IN A TUBE!!!!!!!!

(Courtesy: Seacretspa.com)

Buffing Block

The first picture is the emery (blue coarse surface), used both on the nails and the nail bed (I use and am not sure if somebody really uses this way):

The second one is the medium/moderate grit (can you see the instructions?) or the first step of buffing from the two-step approach:

Third one is the final step for your gleaming nails.......

Pictures as per the promise...

SEACRET Buffing Block

Here is a review on the Seacret Buffing Block. Buffing is gentle surface abrasion or kinda polishing your nails using grit (rough granules, as of sand or stone). Each side, abrasion level descends! Remember, too much of buffing results in thinning of nails. So, this is not recommendable on a daily basis.

The buffing block looks bit chunky like a giant eraser, but plastic kind (not sure of the material). The cutest thing is instructions given on the block.........oh I love it.....very handy and convenient for ameteurs! The block has different textures like emery, medium grit, fine-grained grit and finally, the smooth surface for the glossy look. Here goes the buffing:


Nail File: This is nothing but a basic emery board. Personally, I do not like this as it is too harsh on nails. For the beginners, it is awful and like "OMG! What have I done to my nails!" But, trust me, you will know what buffing does to your nails in the later stages. Some people use this only to file their nails, but I use it on the nail bed too (once in a while).

Buffer: All buffers include a two-step approach, which I recommend not to skip. At this stage, the surface becomes even and your nail starts shining! The shine, particularly in the first step is deceptive. Your nails might look healthy, but wait for more to come......

Final stage: This literally gives that gleaming shine, which lasts only for a couple of days. I simply cant stop buffing my nails at this last step. The consequence is really tempting ...... your nails look like they have a transparent nail polish on them.....whatelse do we need? I prefer buffed nails to polished ones!

USAGE: Try using the block in one direction instead of back and forth, which can damage the natural healthy look of nails.

P.S: Pictures in the next post.