Three New Stylishly Functional Bags by Lavie

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Go Stylishly Functional this Summer with Lavie!

~Three breakthrough bags that deliver on Style, Comfort and Practicality~

Lavie functional bags

Lavie, the accessory brand known for its high fashion sensibility and comfort-driven products, has launched three breakthrough bags inspired by the Lavie woman herself. The range includes the Reversible 4D bag, Organizer Bag and the Backpack cum Sling bag. These bags are the perfect combination of chic and functionality to give you the counterattack to your fashion crisis this season.

Lavie Reversible 4D Bag

The Reversible bag is a revolutionary one that gives you four different styles in one piece alone! The bag comes with a tablet sleeve inside which can double up as a sling using the additional straps that come along with the main bag. What’s more is that you can reverse the primary bag by unzipping the sides to give you a completely different bag! This is a must have investment for all the style divas out there as it gives you four designs in one bag!

Lavie Organizer Bag

The Organizer bag is a must have for women who are constantly on the go and need to carry around multiple devices and products. The bag comes with a detachable compartment which can be used to organize the contents in a systematic manner that makes them easier to find when on the move.

Lavie Backpack cum Sling Bag

Lastly the Backpack cum Sling bag is a piece that gives you two styles in one bag which compliments your different outfits. This is a must have for those who love traveling as you need to pack just one bag for your different needs.

The collection is available at exclusive Lavie stores, Bagzone, Shopper’s Stop, Lifestyle, Pantaloons, Jabong and Flipkart

Organizer bag – INR 3860/-
Reversible bag – INR 4240/-
Backpack cum Sling bag – INR 3940/-

So seize in your favorite Lavie bag that will provide your multifunctional style and utility needs this season!

Is’nt that interesting ? I would be reviewing the Reversible 4D Tote bag soon..if you follow me on Instagram, you must have seen the pic..

Which did you like the most or found the most interesting ? I liked all 3 😀

Pucker & Pout Contest- Top 5

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Pucker & Pout Contest- Top 5

First of all, I am really sorry for such a long delay in this contest..there were times when I was so caught up that I totally forgot about it..

And finally, the top 5 are:

1. Entry 18 by Ashma B.

2. Entry 6 by Apoorva

3.  Entry 9 by Nids

4. Entry 14 by Agnibanya

5. Entry 4 by Poonam

Now the top 3 out of these would be decided by public voting..using this poll..

Vote for your favorite !
Entry 18 by Ashma B.
Entry 6 by Apoorva
Entry 9 by Nids
Entry 14 by Agnibanya
Entry 4 by Poonam

Poll Maker

Please vote for the pout you liked the most…also you can ask your friends and family to vote..

The one with the highest votes would be the 1st winner..and gets to chose amongst the three shades 1st and then the 2nd winner..and 3rd winner gets the last lipstick shade..the shades of Revlon ColorStay Ultimate Suede Lipsticks being Designer, Backstage and Catwalk !

Voting would be on for 3 days..till 13th April..midnight..

Best of luck 🙂

Illamasqua Glamore Lipsticks Glissade,Soaked Review,Swatches

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Illamasqua Glamore Lipsticks Glissade, Soaked Review, Swatches

Illamasqua came up with a Glamore collection which has 3 lipsticks and 3 nail paints..the lipsticks being Glissade, Soaked and Luster. I got to try two of them i.e Glissade and Soaked for reviewing those for you guys today.

What the Company claims: Glamore Lipstick  is a colour intense lipstick with a long lasting satin finish. Ideal for a more hydrated comfort finish. Can be worn under a sheer lip-gloss for more 3D Effect.

MRP: £18.50 for 4g/0.14 OZ. (Approx. Rs.1850/-)

Hydrated colour intense lipstick with a long lasting finish.

Key Benefits:

1. Colour Intense
2. Contains moisturising Vitamin E
3. Comfort

Application: Apply directly or use a lip brush.

INGREDIENTS: Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Octyldodecanol, Candelilla Cera (Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Cire de Candelilla), Glyceryl Ricinoleate, Oleyl Alcohol, Cera Carnauba (Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax), Cera Microcristallina (Microcrystalline Wax, Cire Microcristalline), Paraffinum Liquidum (Mineral Oil, Huile Minérale), Cetyl Alcohol, Cera Alba (Beeswax, Cire d’abeille), Tocopherol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Parfum (Fragrance), Red 22 Lake (CI 45380), Titanium Dioxide(CI 77891), Yellow 6 Lake (CI 15985), Red 36 (CI 12085), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140), Carmine (CI 75470)

Made in Germany

These come in the trademark Illamasqua packaging..remember my previous pink lipstick Immodest (see HERE). Immodest had a very dry matte texture..this formulation is quite different.

Super pigmented..you get color in one swipe..and which stays on and on..and the tint is quite strong too..its not moisturising types but quite hydrating..you don’t feel your lips are dry and neither does it feel heavy..glides on smooth as well unlike matte lipsticks..

These appear a little glossy for an hour or so..and then settle for a satin finish.

I am majorly impressed by the pigmentation and staying power..they have stayed on me for 6-7 hours and the tint survived much longer..even after full meals, drinks, etc..

Glissade is described as a Bold Pink..its a medium mauve fuchsia..kinda mix..difficult to describe this shade actually..but it looks soo good ! I am in love with this shade ! My current favorite..it would work well on all skin tones..coz its not totally fuchsia kinds..and makes the face brighter immediately..a super pretty pink !

Soaked is described as a vibrant orange..its a medium orange with red undertones..when used as a tint, it comes up as a pretty orangey red..again not the bright loud orange types..but very wearable kinds (though it looks super bright..it looks better in person..and much nicer as a tint)

And here are both on moi..

Illamasqua Glamore Lipsticks – L: Glissade, R: Soaked

Pros:

1. Super pigmented.

2. Long Staying.

3. Satin non drying finish.

4. Lovely colors..both are very wearable..Glissade is a must have !

5. Feel light on lips.

Cons:

1. Pricey.

2. Availability is an issue..need to order online.

Overall, Illamasqua Glamore  Lipsticks are a must have..these are amazing formulation wise..and color wise too..especially Glissade..highly recommended !!

Rating:

Quality: 4.5/5
Value for money: 3.75/5
Availability: 3.5/5

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes !

Have you tried Illamasqua Glamore Collection Lipsticks? Which is your favorite ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

Sunsilk Natural Recharge Shampoo,Conditioner Review

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Sunsilk Natural Recharge Shampoo, Conditioner Review

What the Company claims: Naturally Bouncy Hair. Thicker, Fuller and 5 x Stronger !

Sunsilk natural recharge on toh baal super strong. GIVE YOUR HAIR the NOURISHMENT WITH THE RECHARGE IT NEEDS with Sunsilk natural recharge.

New Sunsilk Natural Recharge Strong and abundant is infused with ginseng plant root extract. It helps to strengthen, nourish and recharge tired hair making your hair look thick & abundant. The new formulation has been co-created by celebrity hair stylist and Sunsilk expert, Jamal Hammadi, to recharge hair’s natural look and strength so that young girls, have one less worry on their mind! For best results, use the conditioner along with the shampoo.

It gives your hair strength and vitality so that girls can live their life to the full with their strong beautiful and visibly abundant hair. 

MRP: Rs.64/- for 80ml, Rs. 132/- for 180ml 

Ingredients and Directions (Shampoo) :

Ingredients (Conditioner):

So finally a shampoo in India which is paraben free..(If you want to know more about parabens, read THIS) and also pH balanced..which means it balanced the pH of the scalp.

First of all, I love this fresh green colored packaging. Shampoo and conditioner both are a little light green almost white in color..with shimmer particles..it has a soft fresh smell.

Shampoo does not lather much and you need a little more of it than usual. Conditioner is smooth and creamy and moisturises and hydrates the ends.

It detangles and with a fair number of uses, I also reduction in hairfall..hair is more stronger..but it also gives a lot of volume..if you have thin,fine hair..this range would work great for your hair.

Pros:

1. Nice packaging.

2. Smaller versions are travel friendly and convenient.

3. Economical.

4. Controls frizz and detangles hair.

5. Gives a lot of volume (Pro for girls with fine,thin hair)

6. Paraben free and pH balanced.

7. Helped in hairfall and strengthened the hair a fair bit.

Cons:

1. Shampoo does not lather much.

2. Contains SLS.

Overall, I would say I liked using this range..and hair felt more strong too..I also like the fact that its paraben free..but for me, if I have to choose between this range and Radiant Shine range, I would go with Radiant Shine..coz I love smooth and shiny hair more..of course, hair strength also matters. I would recommend this range to girls with thin,fine hair and who suffer from hairfall.

Rating:

Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 4/5

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Maybe..

Have you tried the new Sunsilk Natural Recharge Shampoo and Conditioner ?

P.S: This post is a part of Indiblogger Sunsilk Natural Recharge Contest.

Dabur Vatika Enriched Olive Hair Oil Review

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Dabur Vatika Enriched Olive Hair Oil Review

What the Company claims: The effectiveness of Dabur Vatika Enriched Olive Hair Oil lies in its miraculous ingredients. We’ve put together the wholesome nourishment of olive oil with the goodness of almond protein and aloe vera, thoughtfully chosen after taking into consideration the problems that have long bothered millions of women. From big hair problems like hair fall, flaky scalp, brittle hair to minor hair woes such as dry hair, frizzy hair or split ends, vatika olive hair oil has the potential to answer them all. It’s not just a hair oil, it’s a Hair Nourisher

Vatika Enriched Olive hair oil & its natural ingredients: Each ingredient that goes into Dabur Vatika Enriched Olive Hair Oil contributes in making this a truly innovative product and gives women the gift of silky, bouncy hair along with hair fall control.

Dabur Vatika Enriched Olive Hair Oil

Main Ingredients being Olive Oil, Almond and Aloe Vera. Read more HERE

MRP: Rs.60/- for 100ml, Rs.110/- for 200ml

I have been using it for around a month now (oil once a week or so). Let’s start with the packaging..I like how it is easy and convenient flip cap..and no spilling,etc.

Its quite light weight in texture..and as claimed non sticky..even after using a good enough qty, hair never felt too sticky or oily.

Has a strong sweet smell..for those of who prefer their oils unscented, its not for you.

It was not difficult to wash it off..and it all came off nicely.

I do see some changes in hair fall and strength of hair..but it also gives a lot of volume (which I am not a fan of..I only prefer volume at my crown area..and not in the density of hair). Also did not notice much of smoothness or shine.

Pros:

1. Convenient packaging.

2. Cost effective

3. Easily available.

4. Benefits of olive oil, hibiscus, bhringraj, aloe vera and almond protein (Vitamin E)

5. Gives volume and density to hair.

6. Hair is stronger..less hairfall.

Cons:

1. No smoothness or shine.

2. Contains mineral oil.

Overall, I would say its perfect for people who have thin hair..or suffer from a lot of hairfall or have done straightening,etc..coz this will help in controlling hairfall and give volume and density. (coz of bhringraj and hibiscus too). But if you are someone who already has a lot of volume, you can skip this.

Rating:

Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 4/5

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: No..not for my hair type..but I would still be going back to it occasionally..especially if hairfall problem increases.

Have you tried the new Dabur Vatika Enriched Olive Hair Oil ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

New Lakmé Perfect Radiance Intense Whitening Serum and Light Creme

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New Lakmé Perfect Radiance Intense Whitening Serum , Lakmé Perfect Radiance Intense Light Creme

Lakme Perfect Radiance Serum

Lakmé Perfect Radiance Intense Whitening™ Serum consists of Luminizing Vitamins that make your skin more even and radiant; while the Light Reflecting Pearls highlight your skin texture. Price : Rs. 799 for 30 ml.

Lakme Perfect Radiance Light Creme

Lakmé Perfect Radiance Intense Whitening™ Light Crème consists of Bio Hydrators that work towards replenishing the skin’s moisture; while the Luminizing Vitamins lighten your complexion from within. Price : Rs. 275 for 50gm.

The revolutionary Lakmé Perfect Radiance Polishing Serum and Light Crème works in 3 effective steps:
1. The luminizing vitamins make your skin more even and radiant and insta-collagen TM boosters tighten skin
2. Light Reflecting Pearls highlights your skins texture and creates an irresistible sheen
3. The final touch is a silky smooth, polished skin finish This 3 way action gives you that high definition polished look with a glow, and makes your skin luminous and smooth in texture to keep you ramp ready always.

ChapStick: USA’s No.1 lip care brand, now in India

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ChapStick: USA’s No.1 lip care brand, now in India

So finally we have ChapStick in India..are you excited to try it ? I sure want to try…especially the Mint variant and LipShield 365. Though winters would have been a better season to launch them..

For over 100 years, ChapStick has been the most preferred lip care brand in the USA; and extremely successful in other developed markets. So successful, that the brand has become synonymous with the category.
Wyeth Limited (A subsidiary of Pfizer Inc.) brings ChapStick, USA’s No.1 lip balm to India.

ChapStick Classic Strawberry

ChapStick forms a specially designed lipid complex hydrophobic base that forms a barrier to prevent moisture loss and to protect lips from the drying effects of cold weather and wind, which causes chapping. It also softens the skin to restore suppleness to the lips.

Chapstick is available in four variants – Classic Cherry, Classic Strawberry, Classic Spearmint and an advanced Lipshield 365.

ChapStick Lipshield 365 with the goodness of CoQ10 and Vitamin E visibly improves the appearance of the lips and SPF 50+ helps protect lips from sun’s damaging UVA/UVB rays.

ChapStick LipShield 365

· All season protection & moisturization for year round exposure to sun, wind & cold
· With Skin Protectant and Skin Conditioning Agents for Rapid Repair
· Visibly improves the appearance of lips and contains the antioxidants CoQ10 and Vitamin E
· With SPF 50+, helps protect from the sun’s damaging UVA/UVB rays

ChapStick Cherry, Spearmint, and Strawberry variants are available for INR 149 per pack while each pack of an advanced ChapStick Lipshield 365 comes for INR 209.

Which ChapStick do you want to try ?

Sunsilk Announces Association with 2 States

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SUNSILK announces association with 2 STATES launching exclusive movie merchandize packs

Sunsilk and 2 States press conference was held at the Taj Lands End, Bandra last Friday..I could’nt make it to the event..but here is the official press release..

P.S: I love what Alia’s wearing..Is’nt that shirt dress lovely ? Goes well with the green, white, blue, yellow theme too. And those silver heels too !

The occasion was hosted to announce Sunsilk as the official hair expert partner of the movie ‘2 States’ with the launch of #Sunsilkdreamjob campaign & introduction of exclusive movie merchandize packs

Alia Bhatt and Arjun Kapoor

Sunsilk, India’s premium hair care brand announced a one-of-its kind collaboration as the partner of Nadiadwala & Dharma Production’s produced upcoming Bollywood movie‘2 States’, an Indian Romantic Drama film based on the 2009 novel of the same name written by Chetan Bhagat.

The film is a story about a journey of one young couple from their college love phase to marriage, starring Arjun Kapoor as ‘Krish Malhotra’, a typical fun loving Punjabi boy and Alia Bhatt as ‘Ananya Subramaniam’, a stunningly smart yet a cultured girl from a Tamil- Brahmin family.It is a humorous take on inter community marriages in India.
The movie is in collaboration with the leading hair-care expert, Sunsilk; a brand that has always stood for a ‘now or never’ attitude. The brandhas associated with the character ‘Ananya’ within the film with perfect fit. Full of optimism and gusto, Ananya believes in facing challenges with a smile. Ready to bag her dream job as a Sunsilk brand manager in the film, she fears nothing.She mirrors a typical Sunsilk girl’s personality- a dynamic and an optimistic girl who wants to chart her own course.

The occasion witnessed the launch of a ‘2 States’–centric Sunsilk Natural Recharge TV commercial introducing the exclusive campaign.In addition, the lead pair of the movie – Arjun Kapoor and Alia Bhatt also unveiled the contest and exclusive merchandize in front of the media.

For 20-something single girls, hair is often an emotional rollercoaster. Sunsilk understands this and provides a complete hair care solution that gives a 20 something girl the confidence to express herself. On this occasion the brand launched its new variant Sunsilk Natural Recharge association within the film along with its exclusive movie merchandize packs for an online contest ‘Sunsilk Dream Job’.

Speaking at the event, Srinandan Sundaram, General Manager- Hair care at Hindustan Unilever Ltd, said, “We are very excited to associate with 2 States, the next big blockbuster of the year. This movie is a perfect fit for us since it truly embodies what our brand stands for. It was unique for us as our partnership stands strong right from within the film’s storyline via the main female lead- Ananya. Sunsilk celebrates a 20 something girl’s confidence to express herself. Therefore tofurther engage with our consumers, we are also launching an exciting ‘Sunsilk Dream Job’ digital campaign that would run parallel to the movie. The idea is to get four regular aspiring girlsa chance to live their dream job. Actress, Stylist or VJ – whatever their dream jobs might be, Sunsilk and Ananya will work together to make it happen. We are confident that this partnership will bring more excitement for our consumers.”

Commenting on the association, Apoorva Mehta,CEO- Dharma Productions said, “Sunsilk & Dharma Productions are two huge brands that receive immense respect for their premium quality products! For a young and fresh film like 2 States, it was important for us to only partner with a brand that would perfectly fit with the young attitude and expression of the lead characters, played by Arjun Kapoor and Alia Bhatt. We couldn’t have found a better fit than Sunsilk that would reflect best with the confident and attractive personality of Ananya, the lead female character played by Alia. It also helps that hair plays a big role for us in showcasing her personality transformation from her college days to a professional! So this association is no doubt an apt coming together of two quality brands in a unique way!”

Highlighting this unique collaboration, Amin Lakhani, leader, South Asia, Team Unilever, Mindshare, said, “This movie partnership brings us immense pride both for its uniqueness and detailing. It is our constant endeavour to offer our client unique media opportunities to connect their brands to the passion point of its target consumer. Movies are no doubt the biggest passion in our country and we believe in its power to strengthen & differentiate brand conversations. Our mission is therefore to make movies a priority media platform and intrinsic to the brand’s content strategy. ”

Lakme Absolute Illusion Eyeshadows Swatches

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Lakme Absolute Color Illusion Pearl Eyeshadows Swatches 

Remember my post about the Lakmé Absolute Illusion make-up Limited Edition range for LFW Summer/Resort ’14..I showed the nail paints and the NOTD with the shade Illusion HERE.

Today, I have the swatches of 5 eyeshadows from that range.


What the Company claims: Lakmé Absolute Color Illusion Pearl Eyeshadow can be used wet for a molten look or dry for a metallic finish.

Metallic shades that take you from shimmery princess in the day to bold queen in the night. Use wet for intense effect. Create a spectacular Illusion.
Glides easily
Use wet and dry
Available in 8 shades


MRP: Rs.750/- for 3.5g


Shades:
  • Blue
  • Gold
  • Jade
  • Smoky
  • White
  • Starlight
  • Pink
  • Peach

Starlight, Pink and Peach were not there..so those are missing..Rest five shades are swatched below..



These are quite pigmented..especially the darker shades..all mostly one swipe..the lighter one like Blue are a little less pigmented..and I love how mostly all have that duochrome effect..looks great.Gold would make a beautiful highlighter.



I loved all..especially the gold and black..what about you ? Your favorites ?

Haircut and Nail Art at the Juice Salon

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Haircut and Nail Art at the Juice Salon

Hey everyone,

If you follow me on Instagram, you must have seen my pic getting a haircut at Juice :p (shamelessly promoting my Insta..please follow :D)

So, I went to the Juice Salon in my area (Juice has 8 salons in Mumbai)..for getting a haircut..and then got the nail art done too..

Its a nice spacious salon..has two three rooms and one with a shower for the spas.

I was assisted by Rohit for my haircut..and since my hair was already pampered at Jean Claude Biguine (read HERE), it was super smooth and looking great..I did not wish to get a cut :p But a cut was long due..as the ends had grown out..

I wanted layers as they always have been that way and wanted to maintain my length..so he kept my length and gave me short layers at the crown so that I can get that volume and bounce..and side swept bangs..which I can partition either ways..

I loved the cut..he used TIGI Epic Volume Shampoo (which is SLS free and was quite nice..recommend this) to wash hair first..and he told me a good volumising shampoo is enough for my hair coz they are good texture wise 😀

And also a heat protectant serum was used at the start itself..and after the cut, he showed me the hair with cold blast blow drying before styling too..and it looked great without the styling maintenance too.

They use all TIGI products mostly at Juice..



Here is my before and after haircut..

And then there is this nail bar..does’nt it look amazing..with so many colors around..

I had to select a design from these options for the nail art..

And I chose this glitter one…I wanted something simple and quick..she used three nail paints for this..2 Jordana Glitters and one Love..First silver glitter was applied all over..then the love one with very find golden shimmer on the front half and then the Jordana orange gold glitter again on the front half layered, followed with a top coat.

I loved the final effect..and its been 6 days and its still almost intact..and she said if maintained it can stay 10-12 days..they also had gel nail option..

Read more about the Juice Salon at http://juicesalon.in/

So, did you like the hair cut and nail art ? Have you been to Juice Salon ?

P.S: Services were offered by the brand but it has not affected my opinion.