Faces Glam On Eye Shadow Mono Review,Swatches

Faces Glam On Eye Shadow Mono 2 Oceanic Review,Swatches

Faces Glam On Eye Shadow Mono 2 Oceanic Review,Swatches

What the Company claims: Embellish your eyes with Faces shimmery trail of color. Advanced long-wear with powdery texture and crease-proof formula, is all what it takes to define Faces Glam On Mono Eye Shadow. Designed as a single cute pool of color, it is easy to apply and can easily blend along with other colors.

Leaves you with those enchantingly dreamy eyes!

Recommended for
Skin Type – All Skin Types
Coverage – Sheer / Light
Finish – Natural

All FACES products are hypo-allergenic, not tested on animals & meet the highest EU & North American Standards.

MRP: Rs. 249/- for 2g

Shades available:

  • 1- Ruby Quartz
  • 2- Oceanic
  • 3- Mushy Mauve
  • 4- Sun Glow
  • 5- Pink Sequin
  • 6- Pure Gold
Ingredients: Talc, Mica, Kaolin, Zinc Stearate, Methyl Paraben, Bismuth, Oxy Chloride, Phenyl Trimethicone
Faces Glam On Mono Eye shadow is a part of the new Glam On Range..there are other 4-5 shades too in this mono form.

I quite liked the small cute packaging..and the click open button..but it does not come with a mirror or brush.

Oceanic is a khaki sea green with a metallic finish.

Pros:

1. Small handy packaging.
2. Pigmented enough.
3. Satin finish and does not have fall out.
4. Pink Sequin and Pure Gold are pretty shades too..good for Indian wear.
5. Works well for the lower lash line too…I like using it more that way.
6. Does not crease.
7. Would last long…its bigger in size than the normal eye shadows.

Cons:

1. Staying power is ok..stays for 3-4 hours without a base and 5-6 hours with a base.
2. I think it should have been priced around Rs. 175/- or 200/-

Overall its a decent eye shadow..you can try a particular shade if you were looking for it and find it in this range.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again: May be..the Pink Sequin or Pure Gold

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

Discounts and Offers Raining !

Discounts and Offers Raining !


There are discounts raining everywhere..Check these out..

There is flat 20% off on all Inglot products at shopatmajorbrands.com

Cherry Culture has its Semi-Annual Mega Sale with upto 50% off on selected items..no coupon code required.

Healthkart is offering flat 15% off on Lakme Absolute Range..using the coupon code ‘ABSOLUTE15’ and flat 15% off on Faces Cosmetics too..They have even added the new Revlon Expressionist Range.

Stylecraze.com is offering flat 25% off on NYX range..

So what are you going to indulge in ??

Parachute Advansed Body Lotion Preview

Parachute Advansed Body Lotion Preview


Well I generally don’t post the preview thing..but this is something I had to !!

I received the Parachute Advansed Body Lotion today and I am so in awe with the packaging..that I felt like sharing it with you all..

It came in a huge box..and I was all surprised as to what can that be..and when I opened it..a huge square shaped peach box with peach bows and ribbons, was there inside..and I was like..this is so cutee !

And further inside..there were these awesome smelling set of pink floral candles, a CD “OMG! I’m in Love” with 51 love songs and all are so good..’Aicha’, ‘You’re Beautiful’, ‘Beacuse I Love You’, ‘Quit Playing Games’, ‘By Your Side’, and many more..and and chocolates ! And two variants of Parachute Advanced Body Lotion..

Perfect things to floor a girl 😉 And Valentine’s Day is still away..:D

They indeed follow their tag line ‘Jagaye Love Dobara’ in all ways possible 😉

I quite liked their ad too..have you seen it..? Evelyn Sharma is pretty !

You like ??

Bourjois Intense Extrait Eye Shadow Review, Swatches

Bourjois Intense Extrait Eye Shadow 07 Review, Swatches

What the Company claims:  It is Made from 87% mineral pigments, precisely measured and selected, intense is highly concentrated for 2 x more coverage than a classic eyeshadow in one single application.

> Our iconic eyeshadows have been women’s beauty favourite for almost 150 years.

> The formula is manufactured using Bourjois’ unique baking process for radiant colour, silky textures and perfect blending.

> Intense is made up from mineral pigments.It is hypoallergenic, paraben- and fragrance-free and suitable for contact lens wearers.

> It lasts for up to 16 hours.

MRP: Rs. 410/- for 1g (Rs. 369/- on Stylecraze)

Shades Available:

  • Extrait 06- Deep Blue
  • Extrait 09- Brown Black
  • Extrait 02- Light Beige with silver shimmer
  • Extrait 04- Deep Purple
  • Extrait 05- Deep Green
  • Extrait 07- Khaki bluish grey
  • Extrait 08- Brown with golden shimmer
  • Extrait 10- Rich matte black
  • Extrait 03- Pink Beige with silver shimmer
  • Extrait 01- Olive green gold

Essential shades- to illuminate and sculpt the eyes: 01,02,03,09,10
Dramatic shades- to intensify the eyes: 04,05,06,07,08

Bourjois Intense Extrait Eye Shadows are small round baked eye shadows..though the quantity is 1g..we can see that the product would last forever. These have a small round cute packaging and come with a mirror inside..the cap is magnetic click through and very easy to open or close.

These are quite pigmented ! One swipe would give you the desired color without any base and these last the whole day without any creasing..they just fade a little by the end of the day which is obvious..but the staying power is commendable..and with a base..they stay more intense.
07 appears as a khaki grey with golden flecks in the pot..but comes up as a bluish grey when swatched on hand..and the shade is much more intense when used wet. The best part about these eye shadows is that they can be used both wet and dry and even as an eye liner..and the part where you dip a wet brush does not change in texture as in some of the baked eye shadows.
I am so in love with this shade..I love doing smokey eyes with this..not too intense for everyday as black and yet smokey and perfect !
T-Dry B-Wet

Here are the swatches..dry and wet without any base..the color is more intense with an eye shadow base..

T-Dry B-Wet

Pros:

1. Love how pigmented these are !
2. The texture is so smooth..not chalky like.
3. Stays put the whole day without creasing.
4. All the shades have some shimmer..but the darker shades do not have fall out…the lighter ones like 02,03 which have silver shimmer may have a little fall out problem.
5. Hypoallergenic and paraben and fragrance free.
6. Can be used both wet and dry..the color comes out quite intense when wet.
7. The area where a wet brush is dipped does not change in texture as in most of the eye shadows.
8. Though the quantity is 1g, it would last a lifetime.
9. Since its a baked formula, it would have a longer shelf life.
10. These are small and handy..can be easily carried around and come with a mirror too..but they do not have a brush along.
11. I loved all the 10 shades in this range ! The colors are quiet wearable and nice.

Cons:

1. I feel these should have been priced around Rs. 350/-
2. Some lighter shades would silver shimmer might have a fall out problem.

Other than that I don’t think I found any cons..these are damn nice and definitely a must have..and if you love smokey eyes..04,05,06,07,09,10 are surely worth checking out !

Bourjois Ombre Stretch Eye Shadows cost Rs. 525/- and these I guess are much better texture and pigmentation wise.

Rating:

Quality: 4.5/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 4/5

Overall Rating: 4.25/5

Would I buy it again: Any doubts?!

Have you tried the Bourjois Intense Extrait Eye Shadows Yet ? Your favorite ?

Maybelline Eye Studio Color Tattoo 24Hr Cream Gel Shadows

Maybelline Eye Studio Color Tattoo 24Hr Cream Gel Shadows


Maybelline recently launched 24 hr cream gel shadows in US..they look super nice..quite similar to MAC Paint Pots…they do not crease for 10 hours ! And are available in 10 shades…this acts excellent as a base too..and so perfect for a dash of color on eyes when in hurry !

Dare to wear our longest-lasting shadow.
Our ink technology creates super-saturated color.
Cream gel smoothes on for vibrant color that does not fade.

Product Details
Why You’ll Love It

Dare to wear 24HR shadow.
• Ink technology creates 24HR wear shadow for our most intense, long-lasting color saturation
• Cream formula glides on without creasing and keeps color vibrant
• Ophthalmologist-tested. Safe for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers
For Best Results

High impact look:
Illuminate. With fingertips, sweep all over eye from inner corner and work outwards. For added drama, darken as desired.
They are launched in the US…and I soo want them to launch these here..in fact all of us do..right ?

They never launched the Fit Me Range here..and many other stuff..as they have finally launched the BB cream now..I so hope they bring colored gel liners and these long lasting cream shadows next !!

Are you listening Maybelline ??

Copa Cabbana Pomelo with Aloe Vera and Vitamin C Face Mask Review

Copa Cabbana Pomelo with Aloe Vera and Vitamin C Face Mask Review

What the Company claims: Paraben and Sulfate free

Clay face masks are extremely beneficial for your skin. Adding this to your skin care routine is a great way to have a problem free skin. Clay is a natural absorbent and helps remove the toxins, excess oils and dirt out of your skin pores, leaving it clean and soft. It is also a best solution for acne prone skin.

Pomelo, avocado, cucumber, aloe vera gel and white orchids legendary skin toning properties encourages older acting skin to renew its appearance. Vitamin C is well known as an anti-oxidant. This helps to deeply cleanse and refresh your skin giving a healthy looking glow.

Key Ingredients

• Pomelo
• Aloe Vera
• Vitamin C & E
• Avocado Oil

MRP: HK$150.00 for 150g (Approx Rs. 990/-)

Pomelo also known as Citrus Decumana is a South Asian fruit..little similar to grapefruit and has extremely high content of Vitamin C.

Source

It comes in jar packaging with a normal steel cap.

Its an off white colored thick clay mask…clay content would be quiet high as its very thick..and has a very strong Vitamin C smell..which spreads around immediately on opening it.

Its important to moist the face before using it..as it would not spread otherwise. And it dries super quickly too..I generally keep it for 10-15 minutes though. It helps deep cleanse the skin and skin does feel fresh and invigorating.

Pros:

1. High clay content..it does absorb oil and keeps skin oil free for some time…good for oily and acne prone skin.
2. There are very few masks having Vitamin C as their main content..the skin generally does not get enough Vitamin C..this would help.
3. Dries very fast..so much time is not required.
4. Has Key Ingredients as Pomelo, Avocado Oil, Vitamin C and E and Aloe Vera..all good for the skin.
5. It claims to help remove toxins and dirt and deeply cleanse and refresh the skin…it does that !
6. Paraben and sulfate free.

Cons:

1. Comes in a tub packaging..not hygienic.
2. It does not bring any drastic change to the skin and the effect is temporary.
3. Expensive. 150g is too much quantity..they should sell in smaller packs and at a lesser cost.
4. Not available here.

Overall  I do like it but it would not bring any major change to your skin..a decent mask which would help deep cleanse and refresh skin.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.25/5

Would I buy it again: I do not need clay masks much..so I don’t think so.

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

China Glaze Electropop – Spring 2012 Collection

China Glaze Electropop – Spring 2012 Collection


Where heavy metal meets rocker chic, China Glaze® introduces the Spring 2012 collection, ElectroPop. Inspired by all things girly, edgy and fun, the 12 shades of ElectroPop bring out the inner rock star in all. For flash and glam this spring, China Glaze® hits the stage in style!

ElectroPop Shades include:

Kinetic Candy – Touch the sky in light blue crème
Electric Beat – Periwinkle nails for a wink worthy performance
Aquadelic – Pool blue for nighttime gigs and daytime fun in the sun
Gaga For Green – Green lacquer for the girl craving the limelight
Sunshine Pop – Shine in the spotlight in bold yellow
Make Some Noise – Rock the mic in tangerine
Wicked Style – Party cocktail tropical punch
Fuchsia Fanatic – Fuchsia pink for the rocker diva in us all
Gothic Lolita – Steal the show on girls night out in seductive purple
Dance Baby – Hit center stage in cotton candy pink
Sweet Hook – Blow a kiss in dreamy lilac
Techno – Glitter confetti polish for a dazzling topcoat finish or all over finger tip bling

ElectroPop is also available in:

· 6 Piece Collection of “Brights”: Techno, Aquadelic, Sunshine Pop, Gaga for Green, Make Some Noise and Wicked Style

· 6 Piece Collection of “Lights”: Fuchsia Fanatic, Dance Baby, Electric Beat, Kinetic Candy, Sweet Hook and Gothic Lolita

· 12 Piece 3D Counter Display

· 36 Piece Rack

ElectroPop will be available February 2012. Individual shades retail for $7; 6 piece collections retail for $42.

China Glaze is free of DBP, toluene, and added formaldehyde. China Glaze nail lacquers are available through salons and professional beauty supply stores nationwide. For more information, visit: www.chinaglaze.com or follow China Glaze on Facebook and Twitter: http://twitter.com/ChinaGlaze

P.S: PR Info

My Experience with NaturalMantra.com

My Experience with NaturalMantra.com

About Natural Mantra: NaturalMantra is found by Nishant Nayak..here is his story..
When our daughter was an infant, she developed eczema and the commercial lotions we tried not only didn’t work, but they were filled with chemicals that caused her to have an allergic reaction. So, we began a search for something non-toxic for our daughter’s skin.

After reading many labels and reviews, speaking with pediatricians, other moms, and scouring websites, we finally found an organic, natural solution that helped her. In the process, we educated ourselves and found that – after living in the U.S. for five years and moving back to India – there was not one website or one store that combined natural, organic and eco-friendly products. This was in direct contrast to what we experienced in the United States where we could go into most stores and find natural, organic products sitting on the shelves.

The Natural Mantra Vision

We started Natural Mantra to provide a one-stop shop for parents and eco-conscious shoppers with a wide selection of natural, organic and eco-friendly products.

Why buy natural, organic eco-friendly products when they appear to cost more than seemingly comparable products? Well, the truth is they are not in fact, comparable. Products that are healthier for you, your family and the environment reflect a level of care, research and quality that the other mass-produced products lack. Many people find the organic, eco-friendly products work more effectively and they need to use less because natural products tend to use pure, undiluted and uncontaminated ingredients. Therefore, the little extra spent on natural products turns out to be the better value.

Not only is it a better value, it is an investment in the health of your children, yourselves and the future of our planet. We believe that everyone should have access to safe, healthy, eco-friendly products. Every product you see on NaturalMantra.com is of the highest quality, natural, organic and eco-friendly at a competitive price. At NaturalMantra.com you will find some amazing earth-friendly products. More importantly, this is the comprehensive source for sustainable products that come from passionate sellers for thoughtful shoppers like you.

As a founder, I want you to ‘feel good’ not only about the products you buy but also about your complete customer experience. I would like to welcome you to experience a world of unique, organic, sustainable lifestyle products that will change the way you shop.

Yours in good health and green living and a warm welcome to a sustainable natural living..

So by now…you know what all it is about..its about eco- friendly and natural products sans any toxins, chemicals, parabens and stuff..

Here is what qualifies as ‘Natural’ for them..

They have brands like Omved, Auravedic, OGMama, Neev, Clean Planet, Rustic Art, Soulflower,etc..I got a few mails where people wanted to know where can they buy Auravedic stuff from..Now you can do that online sitting at your home 🙂

They have everything from handmade soaps to natural and chemical free skincare, clothes for yoga, recyclable totes, candles, oils, diffusers according to chakras of body,etc..I quite liked that concept of having an essential oil or candle based on the eight chakras of body.

They have Free Shipping on orders above Rs. 1000/- and a flat rate of Rs. 50/- below that. They accept all kinds of payment modes..and also have Cash on Delivery option at Rs. 20/- extra.
They generally use Aramex and like..and deliver in 1-2 days. And the products are packed well in newspapers within a huge box..

Here is what I ordered…

There was also this handwritten Thank you note by Nishant himself..which I found quiet sweet..and I also got a small tea candle as a gift..

Overall I was quite satisfied with the experience..What I feel can get better is the prices..they can offer more discounts too..

Check out the site if you generally use natural eco friendly products or you searching those for your baby.

P.S: I was offered a voucher to shop for but it has not affected my opinion.

Tommy Hilfiger Spring/Summer 2012 Collection Preview

Tommy Hilfiger Spring/Summer 2012 Collection Preview


I was invited to the Tommy Hilfiger Spring/Summer 2012 Collection Preview today at Bandra. Everything there was placed well..and all the new collection outfits were placed categorically.

It was divided into casual wear and sports wear..not totally sporty..but more camp and weekend kind..it does have this bifurcation generally here in India..but in the US they divide it into sports wear too.

Menswear is divided into three Fashion Groups namely Prep City, Prep Weekend and Prep Camp…the collection had casual and chic preppy chinos and denims, patterned shirts, bright lightweight sweaters, summer checked shirts, cargo, soft deconstructed blazers…with colors mostly being red,white,beige,blue,yellow,etc i.e all summery.

Womenswear was divided in the same..range having Safari dresses, slim chinos, cargo and scout shorts, modern check shirts with rolled up sleeves, striped sweaters and shorts, white denims and t-shirts and skirts in all colors.

Jumpsuit for kids..cute na

Childrenswear was super cute too..from color blocking, all over striped/checked shirts, jumpsuits and dresses in various colors.

Some of the things I liked..

And the models posing in the new collection..

I loved the footwear and glasses too..

So overall the collection is casual, preppy and smart..quite liked it..I love such casual comfy wear.

What did you like the most ??