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About Bhumika

Bhumika is a Chartered Accountant by profession but a Beauty/Fashion/Lifestyle Blogger by passion..blogging since 10 plus years, isn't that a proof enough ? :D Her love for lipsticks, accessories, shoes and all things pretty comes across in most of her posts.

Glow with Neutrogena® Fine Fairness ™ Deep Whitening Mask

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Glow through this party season with Neutrogena® Fine Fairness ™ Deep Whitening Mask

Get real glowing fairness in just 15 minutes!

This party season, while you get busy in getting you ensembles together, don’t forget that the key ingredient to get the perfect look is healthy and glowing skin. To get that glowing, flawless skin, Neutrogena® brings to you Neutrogena® Fine Fairness ™ Deep Whitening Mask in an all new packaging and price. It is the ultimate one step formula that gives you instant parlour like radiance in just 15 minutes. An all in one, do-it-yourself skincare regimen that you can use to get into the groove of the festivities- be the showstopper of every party with the Neutrogena® Fine Fairness ™ Deep Whitening Mask!

Prep your skin with Neutrogena® Fine Fairness ™ Deep Whitening Mask in just 15 minutes and get visibly clear, radiant and fair skin. With its 8 Actions of Fairness, the mask soaks your skin in concentrated fairness essence, and immediately lightens skin tone. It continuously lightens melanin beneath skin layers to give you lasting, glowing fairness. Upgraded Neutrogena Healthy White Complex with White lily Extract penetrates deeply into skin, lightens dark spots, reduces skin dullness and improves uneven skin tone for fair and glowing skin. Its dermatologist safety-tested formula is safe for all skin types and it doesn’t clog pores. Neutrogena® Fine Fairness ™ Deep Whitening Mask instantly deep moisturizes your skin making it look renewed and refreshed with every use.

Neutrogena® Fine Fairness ™ Deep Whitening Mask has a new 3D Push-in Fabric that fits the skin comfortably, helps skin absorb 3 times more essence, to help lighten dark spots and deliver immediate whitening effect. Even after the mask is removed, a reservoir of essence works beneath the skin layers to continuously lighten skin.

Now no more tedious, hour long treatments at the parlour and no more dull looking skin. Get clear and glowing skin with Neutrogena® Fine Fairness ™ Deep Whitening Mask and make heads turn this season!

PRICE: Introductory price- Rs. 99/- per sheet

AVAILABILITY: Neutrogena® Fine Fairness ™ Deep Whitening Mask is available across all Neutrogena counters in India and at the Neutrogena boutique (Grand Galleria, Phoenix Mills, Lower Parel, Mumbai). You can also buy these products online at www.neutrogena.in.

Visit the Neutrogena Facebook page to get free samples of Neutrogena® Fine Fairness ™ Deep Whitening Mask. Log on to- https://www.facebook.com/NeutrogenaIndia

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Get Youthful Skin with the New Vichy LiftActiv Derm Source

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Gain the secret of youthful skin with the New Vichy LiftActiv Derm Source

Vichy Laboratories gives you the LIFTACTIVE DERM SOURCE, the anti-aging revolution, infused with Rhamnose, a plant sugar extracted known for its soothing properties to gives you results that not only erase the signs of aging, but lets the skin irradiates youth.

After 10 years of research, Vichy Laboratories have revolutionized the knowledge of anti-ageing by discovering the central role of the Derm Source. The Derm Source is the layer of the skin which is capable of irradiating youth everywhere in the skin, by creating and distributing Youth Molecules. Over time as the layer degenerates, the skin loses its radiance. With the VICHY LIFTACTIV DERM SOURCE, your skin is rejuvenated at the source, as Rhamnose targets the Derm Source directly to re-activate the Derm Source helping your skin radiate youth throughout.

After screening more than 50 anti-aging molecules, Vichy laboratories identified very highly concentrated Rhamnose (5%) as the most powerful agent capable of specifically targeting the Derm Source and reactivating its activity thereby rejuvenating the skin at its source.

With the new LIFTACTIV DERM SOURCE, Vichy delivers a new dimension of performance, giving you fully transformed skin; replenished, velvety smooth and luminous. So push back the limits of anti-aging care, with reinforced anti-wrinkle and firming efficacy for a long-lasting lifting effect. Experience upto 20% reduction in all leading areas affected by wrinkles, and your skin is filled with deep down firmness, leaving you with soft, supple and perfectly moisturized skin.

Vichy concentrates Rhamnose at 5% active dosage in all products part of its new LIFTACTIV range.

Price:

Lift Activ Night for Rs.1590

Lift Activ -Dry To Very Dry Skin for Rs. 1490

Lift Activ -Normal To Combination Skin for Rs. 1490

AVAILABILITY:

· At select pharmacies in all major cities.

· Orders can also be placed online (No delivery charges).

· To place orders or to locate the nearest Vichy store log on to: www.vichyindia.com

Discover Vichy Laboratories:

Vichy Laboratoires provides DERMOCOSMETIC products available only in select pharmacies worldwide. VICHY products offer unique hypoallergenic formulations combining the exceptional properties of the VICHY Thermal Spa Water with active ingredients and innovative technologies stemming from the latest breakthroughs of dermatological research. No.1 in European pharmacies,VICHY Laboratoires was launched in India in the year 2002 and is the pioneer of the Dermocosmetic category.

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China Glaze Oh How Street Tangerine Tango Relaunched

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China Glaze Oh How Street Tangerine Tango Relaunched

Tangerine Tango Announced as Top Color for 2012

Embrace the trend with vibrant Oh How Street It Is from China Glaze®

A hue that “emanates heat and energy,” Tangerine Tango was announced as the top color of 2012 by Pantone Color Institute. A bold orange that blends red and yellow to create a shade that recharges and excites, Tangerine Tango will soon be popping up in fashion, beauty and home accessories everywhere. Capture the trend today with Oh How Street It Is by China Glaze®! A vibrant reddish-orange that looks good on a range of skin types, Oh How Street It Is is the perfect way to wrap your hands around this top color!

Available now through salons and professional beauty supply stores nationwide, China Glaze® Oh How Street It Is has a suggested retail price of $7.

China Glaze® colors may change from season to season, but the formula remains the same amazing, longwearing lacquer with hardeners. Designed with the professional in mind, the high-quality and finely bristled brush is great for ease of application. China Glaze® is free of DBP, toluene, and added formaldehyde. Best of all, the non-thickening formula provides excellent coverage. For more information, please visit www.chinaglaze.com.

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Spring It Epistick Facial Hair Remover Review

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Spring It Epistick Facial Hair Remover


Now this thing does not have a proper name..but its a flexible spring which picks up small hair..and pulls them out as you fold it in the other direction..this is so small and handy..

Features:
Brand New & High quality.
Remove the hair by bending the stick into an inverted ‘U’.
Original threading facial hairs remover, no pain.
Pen size and light weight, take it wherever you go.
Removes hair root for long lasting hair-free complexion.
Length: 18.5cm.

How to Use:
Bend the stick into an inverted “U” and place it against the hairs you want to remove.
Hold the handles, twist the stick in opposite directions.
The hairs are trapped between the tightly coil spring which grips and removes them in one swift movement.

I quite like it..its so easy to use..and very useful for the upper lip area especially..it does hurt a little..but the same as in tweezing..coz the basic thing they do is pull out hair from the roots..

These are quite cheap too..I got it for a dollar..the price may vary depending from where you buy it..these are available on many international sites as well as on ebay.

I can carry it along with me wherever I want..they don’t need batteries or anything at all..use it anywhere anytime 😉

I think its a must have for everyone’s stash..

Jordana Ls-Lipstick Plum Wine Review,Swatches

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Jordana Ls-Lipstick Plum Wine Review,Swatches

What the Company claims:
Full coverage, dazzling color
Rich & creamy texture
Lightweight, smooth-glide application
Soft shine finish

Jordana Lipsticks help keep your lips soft & supple, with beautiful, dazzling colors. These are rich & creamy and give soft shiny finish to your lips. The best part is these do not smudge off your lips & onto your teeth. This ultra rich formula makes your lips soft and looks glossy.

You can find a Jordana Lipstick for every style, every mood, every occasion or every look. These lipsticks come in .12oz/3.4g.

Best Suitable For: All types of lips

Tips & Tricks: Apply a little amount of your foundation before applying your lipstick. Foundation even out your lipstick and helps it to last longer. Open your mouth & start from the center of upper & lower lip. Fill in your lipstick on the lips in an outward direction. Blot out the excess oil of your lips with a tissue paper.

MRP: 1.49$ or Rs. 152/-

It comes in following finishes..

Available in 70 colors..from Oranges,Pinks,Corals,Nudes to Terracotta,Plums,Reds and Browns..

It has this very normal packaging..with a transparent cap..These are very pigmented..you need just a swipe to get a deep color..and if you prefer just tinted lips..then go carefully with a deeper shade like Plum Wine..

Plum Wine is a deep berry pink shade…though does not have any plum in it :/ the staying power of these is amazing ! In fact the swatch was not ready to budge from my hand too :/

Pros:

1. These are super pigmented.
2. Available in 70 colors..you name it and they have it.
3. Staying power is quite good..it stays for a good amount of time and the tint stays the whole day.
4. These are creamy but not very moisturising..you would need a lip balm beneath.
5. Very economically priced.
6. No. of finishes available from frosty.shimmer to matte.

Cons:

1. These feel a little drying.
2. Packaging is ok but with the price I guess its fine.
3. Availability is an issue in India. You can buy them here

Overall I do like it..for the pigmentation and the staying power..but it would be better if these were moisturising too..

Rating:

Quality: 3.25/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 3/5

Overall Rating: 3.25/5

Would I buy it again: Yes..I do like the no. of shades available.

Matrix New Biolage Oil Therapie Range

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DE-STRESS YOUR TRESSES WITH THE ALL NEW BIOLAGE OIL THÉRAPIE RANGE

~ India’s oil tradition meets modern Technology with Professional Oil Spa Range ~

Today’s busy lifestyle and aggressive environment can lead to overworked and undernourished hair. What you need is a nourishing solution for your hair and scalp. Presenting Biolage Oilthérapie range from MATRIX, the leading professional hair care and color company from L’Oreal. It deeply nourishes and strengthens hair from root-to-tip. Infused with the goodness of natural oils, Oiltherapie works at the roots for strong, healthy looking and shiny hair.

Biolage Oilthérapie range is the first ever Professional Oil Spa from Biolage which includes multi use Root Nourishing oil, Nourishing Oil Shampoo and Conditioner. In addition they have launched 3 new in-salon OILSPA services. The range includes the following:
In Salon Services – OILSPA (Intense Nourish, Nourish & Deep condition)
Retail – Root Nourishing Oil (It is also a part of In Salon Services), Nourishing Oil Shampoo and Nourishing Oil Conditioner

To give your hair the complete hair care regime with Oilthérapie treatment use

· CARE with Biolage Oiltherapie Root Nourishing Oil (100 ml for Rs 125)

o Professional triple blend of 3 natural oils – almond, coconut & sunflower seed that nourishes scalp & hair

o Enriches hair with root-to-tip nourishment in 3 ways

o Helps fight dandruff with regular use

o Pre shampoo treatment via oil massage for nourishment of scalp and hair

o Leaves hair looking healthy and incredibly soft with a glossy shine

· CLEANSE with Biolage Oiltherapie Nourishing Oil Shampoo (200 ml for Rs 190)

o Enriched with 3 natural oils – almond, olive & coconut oil

o Cleanses while it deeply nourishes hair

o Enriches hair with root-to-tip nourishment in 3 ways

o Leaves hair looking, healthy and incredibly soft with a glossy shine.

· CONDITION with Biolage Oiltherapie Nourishing Oil Conditioner (100 ml for Rs 155)

o Enriched with apricot oil

o Detangles as it conditions and deeply nourishes hair.

o Leaves hair soft and healthy looking with a glossy shine

·  TREAT with Biolage Oiltherapie Oil Spa Crème (available exclusively as part of OILSPA rituals in Matrix Salons)

o Multi-sensorial nourishing treatment

o Enriched with apricot oil

o Infuses hair with softness , manageability and shine

o Use alone or blend with Biolage Root Nourishing Oil

o Used in the new Biolage OILSPA in-salon services

So imagine all your hair can be and try the complete Biolage Oilthérapie treatment at a Matrix salon close to you or try some Oilthérapie treatment at home by picking up the entire range and experience the multi sensorial hair care system from Biolage designed exclusively to nourish and soften every strand of Indian hair.

About MATRIX

Matrix, part of L’Oreal’s Professional Products Division, is the No. 1 professional hair color and haircare company in the US reaching out to over 275,000 salons across the globe. Matrix was founded in 1980 by Arnie Miller, an American hairdresser, with a vision to revolutionalize the salon industry and empower the hairdresser to Dream, Dare and Succeed.

Matrix offers an extensive portfolio of innovative, high quality products to cover every salon need across all categories – haircare, haircolor, styling and texture. All formulae feature advanced smart technology to deliver expert professional results and simplified solutions.

The Matrix product portfolio in India includes Socolor.beauty and Wonder.Brown haircolor ranges. These wide ranges of hair color include special hi-lift shades for naturally dark Indian hair. The Biolage hair care range offers professional, in-salon hair treatments as well as home-use products. All Biolage products are developed with natural ingredients and the latest technology. Opti.Straight and Opti.Smooth hair straightening ranges provide two services – a quick, accessible straightening and a premium, luxury re-bonding service. Matrix also has a smart range of styling products Vavoom.

The Matrix Range of products is distributed exclusively through Matrix Salons across India.

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Sure Men Deodorants Review

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Sure Men Deodorants Review


I had posted about Akshay Kumar being the Brand Ambassador for Sure Men in India here

The Sure Men range consists of 5 different variants namely Invisible Ice, Ice Cool, V8 , Quantum and Sport Defence. All these variants are available in packs of 150 ml aerosol cans at Rs. 150 and 40ml Roll On at Rs. 65

Now you would be thinking how come I am using Men’s Deos..well I do use Men’s Deos many a times coz they stay much longer than Women’s Deos which are too light and the freshness goes away in a few hours.

Now though it claims to be Anti Perspirant..nothing can stop the natural process of sweating..so even though it would not the sweating but yes it would keep you away from odour and smelling fresh all day long..

Ingredients:

The Invisible Ice is the only one offering 24 hour protection..rest all are 48 hours..though one can never check :p It is the lightest smelling of the three..I use this..I also liked Ice Cool…My brother used the Quantum one which is the strongest of the three..and he had the same thing to say…that it keeps you odour free all day long.

And I also liked the fact that they come with a lock on top…named 0 and 1…and its to be unlocked and sprayed and then locked again..It does not have a separate cap but the spray opening on the other side of the lock..

These are economically priced too at Rs. 150/- for 150 ml..I quite liked them and would surely buy again..especially the Invisible Ice and Ice Cool..

P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion.

Mineralissima Makeup Brush Set Review

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Mineralissima 12-pcs Makeup Brush Set Review

Now there is a story behind this brush set..Mineralissima had a giveaway on facebook when they reach 1000 fans which did not require any entry but they did pick 3 names randomly and I was not even aware of this..and I was one of the winners..I was so surprised to see my name coz I knew nothing about this..but glad coz I as it is was thinking of getting a few brushes.

This 12 brush set includes a foundation brush,concealer brush, powder brush, blush brush, fan brush,eyeliner brush and a few eye shadow brushes. (I am going brush brush :p)

They come properly placed in a black leather case with a covering on the top..this makes it so handy and travel friendly too.

MRP: €29.95 (Approx Rs. 2000/-)

What the Company claims: This professional quality 12-piece brush set includes 5 brushes for the face and 7 brushes for eyes. The brushes are packed in protective wrap and come in a handy black leather-look case. The set includes:

LARGE POWDER BRUSH – Ideal to apply powder products on face and body. Natural bristles.

SMALL POWDER BRUSH – use this brush for applying foundation, bronzers or blushers. Also ideal for highlighting the cheekbones. Natural bristles.

Both the large and small powder brush are super soft and fluffy..super easy to buff and blend..but the only problem is they do shed hair..

FOUNDATION/CONCEALER BRUSH – Can be used to apply powder or liquid foundation and is also ideal for applying concealers for large areas. Synthetic bristles.

CAMOUFLAGE BRUSH – the best brush for applying concealers and colour correctors for more precise results. Can be used for eyeshadows as well. Synthetic bristles.

I loved the foundation and concealer brushes the most…they are stiff and perfect for application..and soft to touch..the concealer brush reaches every corner of the face easily…and this brushes do not shed much hair too.

BLENDING BRUSH – Fluffy and rounded, perfect for applying and blending color on the crease. Natural bristles.

This blends colors on the crease amazingly well and also blends harsh lines.

FAN BRUSH – Flat fan-shaped brush ideal for applying blushers and shimmer powders. Natural bristles.

This is super soft and perfect for removing fall out from shadows and applying highlighters.

EYE LINER/ BROW BRUSH – use for applying eyeliners and brow colours. Synthetic bristles.

More than eyeliner, this works better for filling brows..

LARGE EYESHADOW BRUSH – soft eyeshadow brush to apply colour to the entire lid. Natural bristles.

This picks up shadows well and perfect for applying on the lids..its little stiff and makes it easy for patting eye shadows.

EYESHADOW BRUSH – multifunctional brush for applying eyeshadows. Natural bristles.

DETAIL BRUSH – small and flat brush ideal for detailed application of eyeshadows. Natural bristles.

This is perfect to use in the inner corners.

MEDIUM EYESHADOW BRUSH – multifunctional, semi-firm eyeshadow brush. Natural bristles.

FLAT TOP ANGLED BRUSH – can be used for applying eyeshadow all over but is perfect for applying shadow to the crease of the eyelid below the brow bone. Natural bristles.

This blends colors in the crease well..has that cut crease shape.

These have quite long handles which are easy to hold on to..and are quite soft and multi purpose…but the only problem is they do shed some hair..I just wish it had one more stiff line softener or smudger brush in the set..but overall its quite complete. And I would surely recommend this set to others..

Pond’s New Wonder Moisturizer- Pond’s Active Moisture

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Pond’s launches a new wonder moisturizer- Pond’s Active Moisture


Revitalizing 24 hr Moisturiser with Active moisture lock technologyTM

Generations of women have trusted Pond’s for simple yet effective skin care products, each designed to make skin look youthfully soft and beautifully supple. Over the years, the heritage Pond’s Moisturizing Cold Cream has become not only a part of every woman’s skincare regime but also a beauty staple for many celebrities. From international pop sensation Kylie Minogue to our very own Bollywood diva Malaika Arora Khan, many celebrities have given credit to Ponds Moisturizing Cold Cream for their ageless flawless skin.

With a unique understanding of women’s skin care needs, Pond’s now brings to you the new POND’S ACTIVE MOISTURE – a revitalizing 24 hr moisturiser with Active moisture lock technologyTM. Formulated by the Pond’s Institute, new Pond’s Active Moisture is an easy-to-use all-day skincare solution for today’s woman and is suitable for all skin types.

Winter Dryness robs your skin of Moisture, and makes it look dull and lifeless. The new Pond’s Active Moisture is rich with hydrating agents and contains a combination of humectants and emollients, which effectively lock the moisture deep within the skin layers through its Active moisture lock technologyTM. The Emollients act as locking agents that lubricate and help lock-in natural moisture from skin. Suitable for all skin types, this new beauty formulation nourishes your skin to the deepest layer, leaving it vibrant and healthy all day long!

This wonder product is now available at Rs. 120/- for 50 gms, in all leading outlets across India.

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Elizabeth Grant Lipgloss Review,Swatches

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Elizabeth Grant Light Up Your Lips Lipgloss Review,Swatches

What the Company claims: Lights, camera, action! Let your luscious lips own the spotlight. Light Up Your Lips glosses are high pigment, ultra shiny, deeply hydrating, and NOT sticky. Refresh your gloss effortlessly in any situation using the gentle glow of a LED light and glamorous gold mirror attached to the tube. Never be without sparkling lustrous lips again.

Contains moisturizing Torricelumn making lips appear fuller and smoother with every application. Available in a wide range of beautiful shades from feminine neutrals to fierce brights.

MRP: 20$ for 6ml

It comes in the shades Baby Pink,Natural and Shimmering Red. I loved the packaging of this…transparent rectangular shaped with two lights on the cap and a golden mirror on the side..I absolutely love using it when I am travelling..and as soon as I open it up..the lights glow and everyone around is like ooh and aah ! :p

Ambika Pillai’s lip glosses have similar packaging and lights..which are available here.

I am reviewing the shades Natural and Baby Pink. Both are a little sheer but completely non sticky and very shiny..the shine makes the lips look a little plumper..these are very very moisturising too.

Baby Pink is a very light sheer pink and Natural is a little coppery pink.

T-B: Natural,Baby Pink

These have a slanted soft sponge applicator..its easy to use.

Pros:

1. Completely non sticky.
2. I love both Natural and Baby Pink..they look good both alone and on top of lipsticks.
3. Very moisturising.
4. I adore the packaging and the mirror and lights !
5. Its very handy and can be used anywhere and everywhere literally !
6. 6 ml is a good quantity.

Cons:

1. Baby Pink is a little sheer for pigmented lips.
2. The lights of one of the lip gloss stopped working suddenly 🙁
3. Expensive for a sheer lip gloss.
4. Availability is an issue. You can order it here

Overall I do like them..more so for their packaging..but the lights of one stopped working and now it looks so normal..though these are quite good in quality too..worth trying once.

Rating:

Quality: 4/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 3/5

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again: May be. I guess I would try the Ambika Pillai one first.

P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion.