Revlon India Introduces Cheek Boutique- New Powder Blush and Highlighting Palette
A collection of blush, bronzers and highlighters for perfect pops of color!
Revlon, The Color Authority, is bringing big news to the blush category with the launch of what we are calling our ‘Cheek Boutique,’ offering three new ways to enhance your cheek bones and play up your beauty look. Step inside the dressing room and try on any of these new beautiful shades!
Revlon Powder Blush is an ultra-soft, silky powder blush that adds a natural flush of color to you cheeks.
The Revlon Highlighting Palette is a captivating brick highlighter. The sophisticated palette has complimentary shimmer shades that blend to enhance complexion for a natural sun-kissed look.
Revlon Powder Blush
· 4 NEW SHADES: Naughty Nude, Classy Coral, Haute Pink, Wine Not
· SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICE: Rs.550/-
Revlon Highlighting Palette
o 3 NEW SHADES: Peach Glow, Rose Glow, Bronze Glow
o SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICE: Rs.950/-
I am loving the looks of the highlighting palette..I anyways lovee highlighters. Also, have never tried a Revlon blush yet..and both look interesting enough.
Have you guys seen the new Revlon Blush and Highlighting Palettes ? Excited to try ?
What the Company claims: New for Summer 2014, create a flush of intense colour with this long-lasting, matte blusher in Flirtatious. The lightweight cream texture delivers a velvet soft cream to powder finish. Apply to the apples of the cheek, or across cheekbones to enhance and define. Build and blend with fingers or an Illamasqua brush for added colour-intensity.
MRP: £21.50 for 5 g / 0.18 OZ (Approx. Rs.2200/-)
Flirtatious is a lightweight velvet soft powder which delivers a matte finish. Apply to enhance your cheekbones, use over foundation for impact.
Application: Build and blend with fingers or an Illamasqua brush.
It comes in the trademark Illamasqua packaging. Looking at it first, I could’nt make out its a cream finish coz it looked just like powder.
Its a cream to powder finish. As soon as you blend it, the color is completely dry and matte and stays put throughout the day.
This is not those creamy, melt in your face or give a soft, dewy look kinda blush. Its matte and looks as good as any powder finish blush.
Flirtatious is a perfect peachy, pink shade. It gives that nice, healthy glow to the cheeks. This is one shade and finish, which would work for all skin tones and on all skin types, be it oily or dry.
I am in love with it..and eyeing more from this Velvet Blusher range. Other shades available in the Velvet Blusher range are Conviction, Sleek and Peaked.
Unblended- Blended
Pros:
1. Love the Illamasqua packaging.
2. Beautifully pigmented.
3. Matte finish.
4. Once blended, stays put throughout the day.
5. Perfect texture and works on all skin types.
6. Shade gives a nice healthy, peachy pink flush and would work on all skin tones.
Overall, I would say, I love this new Velvet Blusher range and their finish. And also all the 4 shades which are a part of this range look amazing. I think these are just perfect. Highly recommend them.
Rating:
Quality: 5/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 3.5/5
Overall Rating: 4.5/5
Would I buy it again: Yes
Have you checked out the new Illamasqua Velvet Blushers ?
What the Company claims: Boost radiance and mattify shine with our long-lasting complexion corrector cream that treats and conceals imperfections.
Buildable medium coverage
Contains vitamin C which helps to protect skin against damage caused by free radicals, reduces fine lines, wrinkles and improves skin elasticity
Moisturising formula nourishes skin and combats dull and uneven skin tones; leaving a beautifully fresh and even complexion
Unique colour adaptive technology adjusts to your skin tone. It also works to brighten and enhance skins natural radiance, whilst fighting against shine
SPF 29 protects skin against harmful UVA and UVB rays
Ok, so as most of you know, we already have the CC Creams now after the BB creams..and the rest till Z will follow soon 😀
Coming to this Sleek MakeUP CC cream, it comes in this white and black cap packaging and has a small nozzle dispensor which just dispenses just the required perfect amount..no wastage here!
The shade Light is like my second skin! It suits me so perfectly, or its the CC cream’s color adaptive technology that makes me feel so. But I don’t feel there is anything on apart my skin, it blends and feels so seamless.
At the same time, its a little rich and hydrating..it plumps up my skin. And gives that soft, dewy, hydrated, glossy skin. I have combination skin, but I love base products that give me dewy skin. I am not a matte skin lover..I like it dewy and natural. So, for me, this formula works perfect. For oily skin, you will definitely need to powder up with this and touch up later.
It stays on me for a good whole day when I am out..has stayed 6-7 hours easily. And does not transfer much, a little on tissue, when there is too much humidity. You know I live in Mumbai and we all sweat like pigs once out of the house !
And as far as the coverage goes, its amazing..medium buildable coverage..and I need only a pea sized amount ! Its my go to everyday !
Here is an FOTD with only this CC cream and some kohl and lip balm.
Pros:
1. Amazing coverage.
2. Skin is moisturized and hydrated, you do not even need a separate moisturiser.
3. Gives a dewy, plumped up, healthy looking skin.
4. Stays for 6-7 hours.
5. Does not transfer much.
6. SPF29 UVA+UVB
7. Good for daily use..feels light like second skin.
8. Shades adapt to skin tone and look completely natural.
9. Travel friendly packaging with a perfect small nozzle which prevents wastage.
10. Also has Vitamin C which helps protect skin against skin damage.
Cons:
1. Availability is an issue.
I don’t think I can think of any other cons..I am so in love with it, right from the first use. Its my current staple. I hit ‘tube-end’ on my favorite L’Oreal Paris BB Cream and was planning to repurchase when this arrived ! And I sooo love this..in my Holy Grail now. Though there are only 4 shades, the Color Adaptive technology helps it match your skin tone. I highly recommend this ! Though oily skin and people who love matte skin, do need to powder. For normal to dry skin, this is a must have.
Rating:
Quality: 4.5/5
Value for money: 4.5/5
Availability: 3.5/5
Makeup is supposed to be a girl’s best friend, yet that’s only the case when it’s used properly. Many women have fell victim of sloppy makeup techniques and incorrect shades, so it’s about time that we educate ourselves with the right makeup products for our skin tones. A trouble-free way to teach ourselves is by using mobile makeup apps, specifically ones offered by Maybelline.
Ever since the introduction of mobile applications in 2008, which was shortly after the release of the first iPhone, the world has been enthralled with the variety and versatility of apps, affecting industries from beauty to even gaming. Accessibility and convenience have also played a part in the popularity of mobile apps, which is why there were equal percentages of female and male mobile gaming users across all age groups according to AlchemyBet, maker of notable mobile casino pocketfruity.com. Because mobile apps are quite easy to use, makeup brands such as Maybelline decided to launch a mobile platform for beauty tips and tricks for all women.
Searching for the right makeup products can be a hassle, but your luck might just improve with the use of Maybelline’s mobile apps listed below.
FitMe
A lot of the time, women fail to choose the right colors that fit their complexion. For some, it has taken many trial-and-error sessions to discover their perfect shades, but with the help of this Maybelline app, the ladies won’t have to undergo an extended period of experimentation with their makeup. FitMe cleverly matches the correct shade of concealer, foundation, powder, blush and even bronzer.
Image courtesy of Google Play
ColorShow
In 2012, augmented reality app maker Blippar teamed up with our favorite makeup brand in creating a virtual option for Maybelline customers to “try on” nail polish before making a purchase. Before this app, we had to go through the tedious process of painting the testers on our fingernails, but now with a snapshot of your hand, you can test out the entire collection without having to reach for the polish remover.
Image courtesy of Blippar
Makeup Express
The latest in Maybelline mobile apps is Makeup Express. Like FitMe, this app features the “Shade Finger” which assists its users in finding the right products for their skin tone. Makeup Express also provides Maybelline buyers with an interactive in-store experience so that consumers can browse the shop while reading about product details, ratings, and tutorials. Backstage secrets can be discovered by capturing the M: Interactive symbol in-store or on advertisements, which will then lead users to the augmented reality portion of the app.
Image courtesy of Google Play
Instead of wasting time testing one product after another, try using these apps for the most accurate, efficient, and convenient makeup shopping experience.
Have you tried any of these Makeup Apps from Maybelline ?
OOTD: Gray Fuchsia Glitter Saree (Imaginary Red Carpet ?)
Hey everyone,
I am back with an OOTD..this time a saree! I have done one in an yellow saree long back HERE.
This time its a beautiful gray and fuchsia pink saree with a heavy glitter border..this is so perfect for parties, receptions,etc..
Its from TriveniSarees.com. They have an amazing collection of sarees, salwar kameez, lehengas and even jewellery and accessories. They have also brought a few designers on board..so you see designer wear too..and not only that, you have mens wear, kids wear and bed linen too..its like a one stop shop..good for brides too..perfect trousseau shopping place..this saree is also going to be a part of my trousseau. They also have plain brocade and digital print material which they sell per metre. They do the fall edging of the saree for free..and you can buy a standard cotton petticoat along for Rs.150 extra and get the blouse stitched for Rs.600 extra. And if you are the types who have difficulty wearing a saree, you can get the saree prestitched and the stitched blouse both for Rs.1000 extra. You just need to slip into the saree 😀 Cool, is’nt it ?
And the blouse is a normal silver one..which I got designed by my tailor..the design turned out good but not the fit :/ :Sigh: These tailors!
I paired it with silver mesh earrings and a simple gold and silver kada any my Titan Raga watch..And and my hot pink Valentino dupes!! OMG I can’t describe how high the heel is..killing feet literally..how do models walk in them is a big mystery to me! :/
Coming to the makeup, I used the new L’oreal Paris L’Or Lumiere Collection (read HERE) which consists of new Gel Matic Eye Pencils and Moist Mat Lipsticks. I have used the Gel Matic in Turbo Turquoise (other 4 shades in this range are Deep Brown, Silver Mania, Glamor Gold and Blue Force) and the Moist Mat Lipstick in Flaming Kiss here (Lincoln Rose, Glamour Fuchsia and Raspberry Syrup are my other favorites from this range..supposedly Aishwarya Rai wore Lincoln Rose with her first golden Roberto Cavalli gown at the Cannes 2014).
The Gel Matic Pencil in Turbo Turquoise is quite a nice vibrant turquoise shade..and glides on smooth too, was very easy to apply and it stayed put on the upper lashline throughout the day and was difficult to remove too..but does not stay long on the waterline.
Moist Mat Lipstick in Flaming Kiss is a reddish orange..not too ‘in your face’ kinda bright..but very wearable one..I loved it! Its super pigmented and goes full out in one swipe. Though it stays 3-4 hours and with eating and drinking about 2 hours. But, easy to reapply,no patchiness or dry lines.
I used a satin taupe eyeshadow on the eyes and lined my upper lashline and half the lower lashline with the Gel Matic in Turquoise and the Flaming Kiss Lipstick.
Please excuse my hair..I know they look weird here :/
Sorry for the changes in lighting..the sun was dancing..and also if you feel my foundation is lighter, let me tell you its not. My neck and body and slightly face too have turned darker..I got badly tanned..and 4 shades darker at the Beauty and the Blogger show..and trying to get rid of the tan..but I guess it would take some time..
Vibrant colors meet chic glitter in L’Oréal Paris’ new vision for Cannes 2014
L’Oreal Paris all set to unveil their latest make-up collection L’Or Lumière at Festival de Cannes
Presenting Lumière Première – L’Oréal Paris introduces the L’Or Lumière Cannes Collection which consists of five new shades of Gel Matic & 12 new luscious shades of Moist Mat.
After the stunning L’Or Sunset collection, L’Oréal Paris is set to dazzle the French Riviera with its new make-up line – L’Or Lumière. To celebrate the 17th year as the official make-up partner for the Cannes Film Festival, L’Oréal Paris will introduce their latest collection that is inspired by the purest of the elements, ‘Gold’ and the coming of the spring season.
The L’Or Lumière Collection highlights the exuberance of Neo Gold as a beauty trend on Indian and global fashion runways. Since shades of gold beautifully embrace all Indian skin tones, the L’Or Lumière Collection presents products gorgeous bright huesthat stylishly accentuate the brilliance of gold. The products are a fine representation of glamour, elegance and will certainly heighten the allure of any red carpet look.
Products in the L’Oréal Paris L’Or Lumière collection are laced with vivid hues and beautiful undertones of radiant gold. This collection includes the Vivacious Moist Matte lipsticks, Super Liner Gel Matic eye liners, Infallible Mono eye shadows and Color Riche Nail Colors.The products have been hand-picked to match the grandeur that this Festival showcases.
To commemorate the launch of this collection, L’Oréal Paris Beauty Expert Namrata Soni has created three looks inspired by the infusion of neo-gold and exciting spring hues. L’Oreal Paris India ambassadors Sonam Kapoor, Freida Pinto and Aishwarya Rai along with the global ambassadors Blake Lively, Eva Longoria, Zoe Saldanha and Jane Fonda will adorn different renditions these stunning looks and bring them to life on the Cannes red carpet this year.
The L’Or Lumiere Collection is new the style statement by L’Oréal Paris for women all over the world to create stunning red-carpet inspired make-up looks using the following products:
Colour Riche Moist Matte
Matte has never been so rich! L’Oréal Paris launches a revolutionary new range of lipsticks – Color Riche Moist Matte, with pure pigments that deliver intense luscious color for a full 6 hours in 12 irresistible shades of pure indulgence. It is enriched with new Light Illium complex for a rich matte effect, velvet fusion capsules and Ultra Gliding Shine oils to provide a smooth and silky application and Jojoba oil to give absolute hydration for up to 4 hours.
The product is priced at Rs. 899/-
Product Description:
Color Riche Moist Mat, with pure pigments delivers intense luscious color for 6 hours in 12 irresistible shades. It consists of Jojoba oil that provides absolute hydration for up to 4 hours.
Super Liner Gelmatic
L’Oréal Paris introduces its first gel eye liner in a Twist Uppen format – L’Oréal Paris Super Line Gel Matic. The product is created with an exclusive formulation of ingredients and is designed to last for up to 12 hours giving an intense matte colour pay off. The product has a pen-precision for a super easy application, the intensity of a gel and is totally smudge proof.
Comes in five rich, luxurious shades and is priced at Rs. 395/-
Product Description: Super Liner Gel Matic has a pen-precision, the rich intensity of a gel and is 100% smudge proof.
Color Riche Le Vernis
Le Vernis is a range of intense colors that come with an in-built top coat giving the nails a bright and high-shine finish. The shades provide intense color and a luxurious shine in just a single stroke.
They are available in two stunning shades and are priced at Rs. 235/-
Infallible Monos Eye Shadow
Ultra-intense colour, up to 24 hour long-lasting hold and velvety soft feel, this product is ideal to create the perfect luminous eye. The product contains an exceptionally high level of colour pigments, for an intense colour finish. The eye-shadow melts gently from the fingertips to the eyelid on application. The result is a rich and satiny look.
Available in 10 bright shades and are priced at Rs. 550/-
The L’Or Lumiere Collection is available at all L’Oreal Paris counters across the country starting now.
Maybelline The Colossal Kohl/Kajal Turquoise Review, Swatches, FOTD
So, if you follow me on my facebook page or Instagram, you must have seen this already ! The new Maybelline Colossal Turquoise Kajal..I had done a look with it..I received it in Feb but since I was supposed to be hush hush about it before, I was mum :p
Ok anyways, now since its officially launched and you can lay your hands on it too..let me review it for you guys..
What the Company claims: Go all out with glamourous eyes in the most exciting Colossal Kohl- Turquoise which LINES like a kohl and DEFINES like a liner. Turquoise kohl is a refreshing twist on the conventional black kohl and a must have fashion and beauty accessory. Here’s why you’ll love it:
Provides 12 hours of smudge free turquoise intensity
Color doesn’t smudge or fade
Enriched with nourishing ingredients and Vitamin E to soothe the eye
Features a unique tip that glides smoothly for an even application
100% suitable for your eyes
It comes in the same yellow retractable pencil packaging as the Maybelline Colossal Kajal Black..only with the metallic blue script on it..
Since turquoise blue is perfect for summers, Maybelline came up with this shade..
Its a metallic turquoise blue shade with some minute shimmer..I would not say its as pigmented as the black kajal..though its smooth but needs to be layered for the color to show up.
Also its a little soft and breakable..
The color stays for a good 6-7 hours on the upper lashline but on the lower lashline, it stays for 2-3 hours..before it fades off..there is no smudging or flakes issue.
Here I have done a winged liner with it on the upper lashline..and connected it to the lower lashline..and used the black Colossal Kajal on the waterlines..
And an FOTD :p
Pros:
1. Nice bright summer color.
2. I like the fuss free, travel packaging as the black kajal..with the metallic blue script.
3. Pops up the eyes.
4. Is smooth to use…no tugging.
5. Stays for 6-7 hours on the upper lashline.
6. Does not smudge or flake.
Cons:
1. Not that pigmented..needs to be layered.
2. Does not stay longer on the lower lashline.
Overall, I would say its a nice refreshing change from the usual blacks and browns..also this bright blue is actually perfect for summers for popping up the eyes. Definitely worth a try !
Rating:
Quality: 3.5/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 4/5
Overall Rating: 3.5/5
Would I buy it again: Umm..maybe
Have you tried the new Maybelline Colossal Kohl Turquoise ?
L’oreal Paris Rouge Caresse Lipsticks Mauve Cherie and Irrestible Espresso Review, Swatches
What the Company claims: The Rouge Caresse lipstick has a flutter of kissable, soft, colour. Its delicate texture glides onto lips creating a veil of colour with a luminous shine. It adds a desired pop of color with a meltingly soft application. The lipstick contains light oils, crystalline wax, transparent blenders and pearl pigments that deliver true color with a weight-less comfort.
MRP: Rs.499/- for 2.5g
Shades Available: 10
Mauve Cherie
Cheeky Magenta
Sweet Berry
Dating Coral
Hypnotic Red
Impulsive Fuchsia
Irresistible Espresso
Rock N Mauve
Rose Mademoiselle
Aphrodite Scarlet
First of, I love the packaging..the gold L’oreal Paris panel at the centre..where it shut clicks..and the transparent outer..looks nice..it has a sweet fruity smell but not too overpowering..
There are reds,corals,mauves and browns in this range.
It has this super glossy sheen to it..and the color in the tube looks like so bright but when you apply them, they are just like glosses..goes smooth and gives that shine and colour..
They are quite moisturising too and easy to apply..you don’t even need a mirror with these lipsticks 😀
They stay for around 2 hours without eating/drinking..staying power is the only issue with these..but then you can easily reapply..super easy to touch up as I mentioned before..it leaves behind a soft stain which stays for another 1-2 hours.
L- Mauve Cherie, R- Irrestible Espresso
102 Mauve Cherie is a true mauve shade.
602 Irresistible Espresso looks brown in the tube..but its quite a wearable glossy milky brown..good for office wear.
T- Irrestible Espresso, B- Mauve Cherie
And here are they on me..
L- Mauve Cherie, R- Irrestible Espresso
Pros:
1. Lip gloss in lipstick form.
2. Moisturising.
3. Wearable colors..there is one for everyone..reds,corals,pinks,mauves,browns.
4. Very glossy.
5. Easy to apply and for touch ups.
6. Chic packaging.
7. Economical.
8. Feels light on the lips.
Cons:
1. Transfers.
2. Staying power is not so good.
Overall, I would say, these are good for daily use..when you need a light wash of color with the sheen..or even for your formal everyday wear..and something you don’t mind touching up. But not for days when you need full impact color or long staying pigmented lipstick. Not a must have but worth a try.
Rating:
Quality: 3.5/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 4/5
Overall Rating: 3.5/5
Would I buy it again: Umm..maybe
Have you tried L’oreal Paris Rouge Caresse Lipsticks ? Your favorite shades ?
What the Company claims: High Shine Lacquer. Moisture Rich Balm
A lacquer finish that’s beyond brilliant. Balm that’s beyond comforting. Our Triple Butter Complex of Shea, Coconut and Mango butters nourishes lips. In 8 collectible, craveable colors
EXPERT TIPS LIPS: For a polished and perfect lip look, apply foundation on and around the lips before lip color. Foundation helps to prep the lip area for a more flawless application and helps lip color last longer.
MRP: Rs.800/- for 2.7g
Shades Available: 8
Vivacious
Ingenue
Whimsical
Flirtatious
Tease
Coquette
Enticing
Coy
I guess Demure and Provocateur are not launched in India.
Both these Lacquer Balms and the Matte Balms launched together..see the review and swatches of the Matte Balms HERE.
Revlon ColorBurst Lacquer Balms come in a beautiful glossy metallic packaging. These are glosses in the form of lip crayons..super glossy but still pigmented.
The composition of three butters Shea, Mango and Coconut make these super hydrating and moisturising..
They are quiet light in texture..you do not feel like you have applied anything on lips..feels like a lip balm. These are quiet pigmented..the swatches are just one swipe..and after the glossines fades away..the color stays for more hours..especially the deeper colors like Vivacious here.
These have the same peppermint smell like in Kissable Balm Stains and Matte Balms. All of the shades have super fine minute shimmer which is not even visible unless seen very very closely..but this helps giving the shades that glossiness and high shine.
L-R: Ingenue, Tease, Vivacious
145 Ingenue is a perfect MLBB shade for me..a nude brown..its an everyday shade.
130 Tease is a beautiful coral orange..it looks amazing on warm skin tone..my favorite of the 3..also wore it HERE.
120 Vivacious is a pretty rosy pink (None of those fuchsias or blue undertone pinks)
Here are the swatches..
T-B: Vivacious, Tease, Ingenue
And here are they on moi..
L-R: Ingenue, Tease, Vivacious
And an FOTD with Vivacious..
Pros:
1. Super glossy.
2. High pigmentation.
3. Moisturising.
4. Deeper colors stay longer.
5. Like the glossy packaging.
6. All 8 shades are quiet nice..there is one for everyone.
7. Feels quiet light on lips.
Cons:
1. Little expensive.
2. Not transfer proof.
3. Lighter colors don’t stay that longer.
Overall, I would say I like the light texture and glossines..and the shades too..all three and in fact all 8 are pretty and nice..and perfect for all occasions..the one like Ingenue works for your everyday wear, formal wear too..Tease is a must have according to me..my favorite of the three..it looks beautiful on warm skin tones like ours..Vivacious is a clean, pretty rosy pink..one of the natural pinks..that would look good on everyone..I recommend all three ! In fact Flirtatious, a nice deeper pink and Enticing, a pretty red, are also nice shades from this collection. If you are a red lover..or want to try reds..you can try something glossy and light like Enticing.
Rating:
Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 3.75/5
Availability: 4/5
Overall Rating: 3.75/5
Would I buy it again: Yes
Which shades do you like ?? Any particular favorites ?
What the Company claims: This fine two-tone hologram pearl provides soft pearl touch to the entire face. It covers pores and fine wrinkles and provides a radiant, transparent vitality to skin tone. While moisturizing the skin for a long time, it does not leave any sticky residue on the skin.
Directions: Apply an appropriate amount evenly to the entire face. Reapply to the outer part of the cheekbone area. T-zone area, and below the jaw area to maximize radiance effects and define facial contours.
Ingredients:
MRP: $15.25 for 30ml
It comes in this blue and white packaging..with a sleek blue cap and a nozzle dispensor..you just need a little amount of it..
Its white in color and a little thick in consistency..it has that super pearly sheen..and reduces the appearance of pores..
Its non sticky as claimed and stays put well and holds makeup longer too..only issue is its way too pearly..and I personally do not like the shiny pearly look all over my face during daytime..
L- Unblended, R- Blended
It looks good for a party or some night event..
Pros:
1. Helps reduce the appearance of pores.
2. Gives a pearly sheen to the face.
3. Is non sticky and stays put well.
4. If you like the shiny look, you would definitely love this.
Cons:
1. Not available here.
2. Too shiny for daytime use.
Overall, I would say its a nice base for a night time event..or for someone who loves shimmery/pearly look.
Quality: 3.5/5 Value for money: 3.5/5 Availability: 3/5
Overall rating: 3.25/5
Would I buy it again: No..I am not a fan of shimmery look.
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Have you tried the TonyMoly Aqua Aura Illumintating Base ?
