Last Forest: Honey and Bees Wax Lip Balm (Strawberry) Review

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I had told you guys about Beaute Naturelle by Meg and their products here and also reviewed the Divine Vanilla Patchouli Soap here

Today I am reviewing the Last Forest lip balm..

What the Company claims: This one will stay on your lips for a long, long time. Made with beeswax harvested in the Nilgiri Forests, this lip balm combines fresh notes of strawberry with the moisturizing power of honey. Result? Luscious lips, whatever the hour or the season. (Size- 10g)

MRP: Rs.50/-

Ingredients: Bees wax, Olive oil, essence
This is an untinted waxy lip balm in a tub..though it has bees wax and natural ingredients and no parabens and stuff..I somehow am not able to bear the smell of it..This works nicely overnight in healing chapped lips…in day time stays for around 2 hrs and keeps lips hydrated. I also use it over dark lipsticks or matte lipsticks to lighten the color or add a shine.

Pros:

1. No parabens and all natural ingredients.
2. Economically priced.
3. Easy to carry around.
4. Lot of qty.

Cons:

1. I do not like the smell of it..
2. Not tinted.
3. Availability is an issue..you can buy it here
4. Tub packaging is unhygienic.

Overall works nicely..but I expect a better smelling lip balm..and preferably tinted too..

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3/5

Would I buy it again: No..

Related posts:

Divine Vanilla Patchouli Soap Review 
Beaute Naturelle Products Review

NOTD- piCture pOlish Anitique

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I had told you guys about the three shades I won in naming a nail paint here..

One of the three was Antique..its a shimmery purply rust shade..has lots of silver shimmer..

 
It dries to a matte finish.

Though I am not a fan of shimmer..I loved the whole look of this color..and I am so loving the shade..I keep on adoring it :p :p

You like ??

Related posts:

piCture pOlish Blog Fest- Coral Reef 
I named a Nail Paint !!! 

LaVaque Tweezers and Crystal Nail File Review, Giveaway

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What the Company claims:
LaVaque Standard Tweezer
– Slanted

Glamorous, Meticulously accurate, and with a Lifetime Guarantee… LaVaque is a girl’s new BFF!
Professional precision
Matte finish for non-slip grip
Ultra-thin tips easily lift the hair, while perfectly hand-filed tips give you the best grip
Lightweight
Soft-tension, specially engineered to reduce strain on your fingers
Lifetime Guarantee – You break ‘em, You dull ‘em, We replace ‘em. No questions asked

MRP: 19.95$

These tweezers are fab ! Super nice and easy to use..many people preferred this over tweezerman and now I know why..they have a precise grip and fit perfectly in hands..I am going to keep them with me forever..its so handy and can be used any time any where.

Plus they have a warranty..I do not know if they replace for people in India too..as the shipping cost would be involved.

They have free shipping worldwide…I think these are a must have..

LaVaque Crystal Nail File – 5 1/2″

What the Company claims: The ultimate natural nail file!
•Helps prevents nail chips and splits
•Long-lasting abrasive surface
•100% non-porous; can be sanitized and disinfected
•Double sided surface
•Just rinse and reuse
•Length: 5 ½”
•Protective tube carrying case.

MRP: 5.99$

I have never seen or heard about a crystal nail file before..all I ever saw was those steel ones..those are actually a little harsh on nails..this crystal nail file was perfect..and it files so easily..so you have to be careful you cannot go on and on..:p

I super liked this crystal file concept..loved the design,the shape,the idea..everything..the only problem is if it falls down ..WHAM..its gone..! It breaks..how do I know..my one file broke in the post…

Well here is your chance to win this crystal nail file..this giveaway is international and open for all to enter..starts today and ends on 22nd August at 12.00. The winner will be chosen using random.org and will be notified by email. The winner will have 48 hours to respond, or another winner will be selected.

To enter:
Mandatory Entry:
1) Follow my blog through GFC.
2) Like the LaVaque Tweezers facebook page here
3) Like my facebook page here
4) Leave your email id so that I can contact you.

Extra Entries:
1) Follow me on Twitter @bhumika_t (2 points ) and tweet about this giveaway. (2 points )
2) Post it on your side bar. (5 points )
3) Do a blog post about this giveaway (5 points)

So 15 entries in total..here is the form..fill details only in the form..


So good luck..:) I may be MIA for a few days as am going out of town..but I do have my posts scheduled for you to catch up..:)

And do enter my 250 followers giveaway also..here

P.S: Product sent by brand for review and giveaway sponsored by brand. I am not affiliated or paid by the brand. My opinion is 100% honest.

Liz Earle Skin Repair Light Moisturiser Review

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Liz Earle Moisturiser comes third in step after the Cleanse and Polish Cleanser and Instant Boost Skin Tonic . Even this as the cleanser is an award winning moisturiser.

What the Company claims: Light and gentle, this easily absorbed moisturising lotion is ideal for combination, oily or problem skin.

This finely balanced blend of naturally active skin-conditioning ingredients includes borage oil (a rich source of the essential fatty acid GLA), echinacea, hops, avocado oil, panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) and natural antioxidants beta-carotene and vitamin E to replace lost moisture and help protect your skin, leaving it soft and smooth with a naturally healthy glow.

Massage into face and neck, morning and night, after Instant Boost Skin Tonic.

Includes borage and avocado to lightly moisturise and balance the skin.

Suitable for combination/oily skin

Directions for use: Gently massage Skin Repair Light into face and neck morning and night after Instant Boost Skin Tonic.

Ingredients: Aqua (water), Coco-caprylate/ caprate, Cetyl alcohol, Persea gratissima (avocado) oil, Glycerin, Borago officinalis (borage) seed oil, Polyglyceryl-3-methylglucose distearate, Cetyl esters, Sodium lactate, Echinacea purpurea (echinacea) extract, Triticum vulgare (wheat) germ oil, Humulus lupulus (hops) extract, Panthenol, Tocopherol (vitamin E), Tocopheryl acetate, Beta-carotene, Cetearyl glucoside, Parfum (fragrance), Limonene, Linalool, Alpha-isomethyl ionone, Xanthan gum, Lactic acid, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic acid, Dehydroacetic acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polyaminopropyl biguanide.

MRP: 17.60 GBP for 50ml

Its an off white light textured lotion with a very pleasant fresh smell. It comes in a pump packaging which dispenses very little qty..2 pumps are perfect and enough for the whole face. It gets completely absorbed and is totally light weight and non greasy…you would not feel as though you have applied any moisturiser.

Pros:

1. Very very light weight and non greasy…perfect for oily combination skin.
2. Does not leave any shine on skin.
3. Has a pleasant light smell.
4. Pump packaging is easy to use and carry around.
5. Perfect blend of ingredients.
6. No parabens.
7. Against animal testing.

Cons:

1. Its expensive..but it lasts quiet long as very less qty is required..so overall it balances out.
2. Availability is an issue..can be bought online only.

Overall I quite like it. Its one of the best moisturisers for oily/combination skin.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 4/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

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

10 Pro Makeup Commandments-Mickey Contractor

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Makeup Commandments by none other than Mickey Contractor !!

Vogue Beauty Awards 2011 judge and Creative Director for MAC, Mickey Contractor is Bollywood’s favourite makeup artist. Read on to find out his answers on whether you can colour coordinate your makeup to your outfit, how to choose a foundation shade, double agent beauty products and the one International makeup trend you must try.

1. Always moisturize your skin before applying makeup. It makes for smooth application of concealer and foundation.

2. Use a foundation that is closest to your natural skin tone so when you sweat, you are left with patches of colour on your skin.

3. To find a foundation that matches your skin tone, draw a stripe of the shade from your cheek bone to your jaw line. Try a few shades and wait for 20 -30 minutes to see if the shade deepens on oxidation. Finally pick a shade that matches the tone on your neck best.

4. For a simple dewy look, reverse your makeup application and apply foundation last. Use powder sparingly and restrict it to the T zone

5. Do not match your makeup to your outfit. Go for a look that suits you rather than looking to colour coordinate with your clothes.

6. For a monochromatic look, use a cream blush in a nude or peach colour on your cheeks, lips and eyes.

7. If you haven’t yet got on the bronzing trend, this is the time to try it. It is big internationally and works wonders. A golden hue is easy and works on various skin tones.

8. An eyeliner is a great tool to use. However, use it only if you are good at it. Never attempt applying an eyeliner in a hurry.

9. On deeper skin tones, always pair a lighter shade of eye shadow with a darker colour along the crease to create depth and to contour your eye.

10. Be open to experimenting with your makeup products. An orange eye shadow will work as a blush in a pinch. Look for shades and textures that work double time to get more out of a single product.

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Lakme Lip Love Conditioner Review,Swatches

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I had informed you guys about the new Lakme Lip Love Conditioner here before. The four shades that are available are Siren, Hottie, Charmer and Flirt.

What the Company claims: Try the new Lip Love Conditioner for smooth-to-touch lips and a super glossy color. It’s a gel-based lip softener that promises to pamper your pout with color and moisture. Lip Love Conditioner contains Shea butter and Jojoba oil to hydrate your lips while the SPF 12 protects your lips from the sun.
Lip Love Conditioner is extremely light-weight and is loaded with the goodness of Shea butter; Jojoba oil and high shine polymers.

v Priced at Rs.225/- for 3g
v Available in 4 shades
v Available at leading lifestyle stores

These are actually manufactured by Aero Pharma in Silvassa and only marketed by Lakme.

Flirt is a bright pinkish coral shade..
Charmer is an orangey coral
Siren is a reddish coral…the most pigmented of the lot
Hottie is a bright pink

Siren

Hottie

So there are 2 pinks and 2 corals..I am liking the fact that there are pinks and corals in this collection..!!

T- Hottie B- Siren

Its super creamy and has a gel like texture as claimed..these are super glossy..and have a nice sweet vanilla fragrance..they would be the most glossiest and pigmented lip balms till now..but as they are more of a lip conditioner than a lip balm..these would add moisture to your lips with the color..but would not heal your dry lips if you have them..

I liked the super cute heart packaging from the top and bottom too..and these are light and easy to carry..these would also be perfect for girls who are not fond of lipsticks or are in college yet..

Pros:

1. Loved all the four shades.
2. Pretty cute packaging.
3. Nice vanilla scent..though smell depends from person to person.
4. Travel friendly.
5. Shades like Siren stayed on for around 2 hours leaving behind a tint which was quite impressive it being a lip conditioner.
6. The quantity would last quiet long.
7. Has SPF 12.

Cons:

1. This would not heal your dry lips.
2. Tub packaging would make it difficult to use at the end.
3. No Ingredients are mentioned.
4. The color is not mentioned on the tub except with a sticker on the side…make sure you remove it and stick it on the bottom of the tub in case you would want to be aware of the shade name.

Overall..I quite liked them and found them pretty good for a lip conditioner.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes..esp Siren

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

EOS Max Pure Gray Lenses Review

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These are gray circle lenses…Now I do wear normal contacts from the last 6-7 years and I also tried the colored ones once..but those were not with power and that was long back..so when I was asked to review them by Lensvillage I was a little wary as I did not know if they would suit my eyes and stuff…and then thought why not give a try…coz I do love colored lenses..

Then again I got confused with so many options..and its like you would not be able to guess which would suit you or how would the color look on you…but I was sure that I wanted something Natural looking and not ‘ look I am wearing lenses’ kind..!

So I thought of gray lenses..and selected these..right now these are also one of their top sellers..both gray and brown.

Product description:

Diameter : 14mm
Base Curve : 8.60mm
Water Content : 38~42%
Life Span : 1 Year
Expiry Date : 2013
Power Available : 0~1000 / -0.00 ~ -10.00

Price: $23.00
SKU: G201 Grey

They offer Standard Registered Airmail and Express Shipping (UPS/Fedex) and it costs 4$ and 10$ respectively for Asian countries including India..and both are with tracking..

It took around 2 weeks for it to arrive and you can track it at the same time to check…they have decent customer service and always reply back.

Now coming to the lenses..these look normal black from a distance..one can only make out the actual gray color in daylight or from a lesser distance..but ya being circle lenses they surely make your eyes appear bigger !! I like seeing those large pupils on my eyes :p

Feels different though..these are mostly used by many who have mono lids or chinky eyes..

Here is how they look on me..

Eye without lens..pls ignore my tired eye 🙁

Eye with lens

See how it makes eye look more wider,rounder and awake !

Pros:

1. Nice variety of colors and brands to choose from.
2. Standard shipping cost with tracking.
3. Customer friendly.
4. These lenses did not irritate my eyes and were easy enough to use.
5. Have a validity of one year.
6. These are economical as they last a year.
7. Circle lenses wake up tired eyes and make them look rounder if you have sleek long eyes.

Cons:

1. These do not come with a lens case..so make sure you have your case and lens solution if you are not a regular lenses user.
2. The water content of these as mentioned is 38-40 % and so ideally these should not be worn for more than 4-5 hours as the eyes would not get enough oxygen making them dry.

Overall I quite liked them..and these look so pretty when you are all dolled up !! I think all of you who are kinda fascinated by colored lenses but never tried should give it a try..

Now whats in it for you…a coupon code..yes..! You can get 10% off on your entire order at Lensvillage using the coupon code ’10BMK’ and its not a limited period coupon..you can use it anytime..so those of you who want to try colored lenses..go ahead..do try..:)

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you used colored lenses before? Which is your favorite color ??

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

Vogue Makeup and Beauty Awards 2011

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Vogue Makeup and Beauty Awards 2011
I just saw the Vogue Makeup and Beauty Awards 2011 on Bloomberg.I had read the winners of the skin care category,the others were yet to be announced..thought of sharing with you all..

They were organised at the Taj Lands End in Mumbai..The Beauty Legend award was given to Madhuri Dixit and the Fresh Face which was the viewers choice was given to Anushka Sharma (pssst..even I voted for her :D). The Global Beauty Icon Award to Aishwarya Rai and the Most Beautiful Man award to Ranbir Kapoor (Whatever they meant :p)

Best of SKINCARE

Best make-up remover
Clarins Pure Melt Cleansing Gel
Estée Lauder Take It Away Total Makeup Remover

Best moisturiser (day)
L’Oréal Paris Hydra Fresh All Day Hydration Aqua- Essence
Dior Hydra Life Pro-Youth Protective Creme SPF 15

Best moisturiser (night)
Forest Essentials Night Treatment Cream Sandalwood & Saffron
Neutrogena Light Night Cream

Best sunscreen
Lancôme UV Expert High Potency Active Protection SPF 50

Best serum
La Prairie Cellular Radiance Concentrate Pure Gold

Best eye cream
REN Active 7 Radiant Eye Gel
Clinique All About Eyes

Best of ANTI-AGING

Best hyper pigmentation cream/serum
Elizabeth Arden Prevage White Concentrated Brightening Serum
Kèraskin Esthetics Blanc Harmoniste Whitening Cellular Serum

Best Moisturiser (Day)
La Prairie Anti-Aging Day Cream SPF 30

Best moisturiser (Night)
La Prairie Anti-Aging Night Cream
Chanel Sublimage La Crème

Best sunscreen
Shiseido Urban Environment UV Protection Cream SPF 50
Neutrogena Age Shield Sunblock SPF 30

Best serum
Kiehl’s Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate
Clinique Repairwear Laser Focus Wrinkle and UV Damage Corrector

Best eye cream
Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Age-Correcting Eye Creme
La Prairie Cellular Radiance Eye Cream

Best cellulite buster
Comfort Zone Body Strategist + Remodeller
Cellulite Visible Remodelling Double Action Cream
Dior Svelte Reversal Body Contouring and Firming Concentrate

The complete list would be published in the August Vogue issue…some other winners in makeup were

Best Foundation
MAC Studio Fix..I guess it was the Powder plus foundation

Best Concealer
Estee Lauder Double Wear Stay in Place Concealer

Best Blush
Deborah Milano Hi Tech Blush in Rose..something

Best Eyeliner
L’Oréal Super Liner 24 Hour Waterproof Gel Eyeliner in Black
MAC Siahi Gel Liner

Best Eye shadow palette
Givenchy Prismissime Eyes – 55 Tempting Chocolate
The other I guess was Estee Lauder Wild Violet

Best Lipstick
MAC Mehr which is named by Mickey after his wife Mehr Contractor

Best Makeup artist
Ambika Pillai

Best Hair Stylist
Avon Contractor of B:Blunt

Best Colorist
Kanta Motwani

There was also Best of Spa and Wellness which went to Myrah Spa in Mumbai and the other Best Mens Spa..in Delhi..dont remember the name :/

Best of Fragrance in which the Best New Launch went to Gucci Guilty

I remembered just a few names…I did not find the Makeup and other winners on the site may be coz they want to publish it in the August issue of it..there were only the Skin care winners which I shared above..

If you know any other, I would love to know…

So what do you think of the 2011 winners ??

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Garnier Light Daily Moisturising Lotion Review

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What the Company claims:
How is it different?
Garnier Light daily moisturiser has a multi-targeted action to protects a fair and radiant look: it smoothes, lightens the skin, protects from UVA & UVB rays, and helps prevent appearance of dark spots.

How does it work?
Its unique formula blends a moisturising cream with selected active ingredients:

Pure lemon essence and Vitamin C to clarify and smoothen skin.
Long dan extract to help slow down skin darkening.
Glycerin to moiturise and comfort the skin.
UVA & UVB filters to protect the skin from the harmful rays of the sun.

Proven Results in 4 weeks:

Skin is softer, visibly fairer, more even, with reduced spots and has a healthy fair glow.
Garnier Skin Naturals

Use wherever possible, active natural ingredients which have been carefully extracted to preserve their quality and purify.

Have been dermatologically tested to ensure respect to your skin.

How do I use Garnier Light daily moisturiser?

Apply daily in the morning on perfectly cleansed skin.

Gently massage into the skin using light circular movements, moving from the centre of your face outward, and from the base of your neck to the top.

 Do not apply to the delicate eye contour area or on irritated skin.

MRP: Rs. 110/-for 50ml

It has a nice yellow packaging with a different shape and stands still..it has a nozzle for dispensing the lotion out..though the lotion is runny,its thick in texture like it would not get completely absorbed into your skin ever ! Has a strong lemon essence smell which I particularly did not like :/

Pros:

1. Nice packaging.
2, Has SPF..so good for daily use as sunscreen plus moisturiser.
3. This may work for people with dry skin.

There are not much pros for this one..but a long list of cons..:p

Cons:

1. Does not get absorbed and sits on the skin.
2. Gives a whitish cast.
3. Strong lemon essence smell.
4. No list of Ingredients.
5. Would not work for people with oily skin.
6. I do not think it helps in any fairness plus dark spots prevention as claimed !

Overall, do not buy it !! Especially if you have oily or combination skin. Dry skin people may try..if Garnier works for you..

Rating:

Quality: 1.5/5
Value for money: 2/5
Availability: 3/5

Overall Rating: 2/5

Would I buy it again: NO

Related posts:

Lakme Honey and Avocado Winter Perfect Day Lotion Review
Garnier Body Cocoon Review 
Vaseline Intensive Care Total Moisture Lotion Review
Himani Boroplus Advanced Moisturising Lotion Review 
Liz Earle Skin Repair Light Moisturiser Review 

Raksha Bandhan Offer at The Nature’s Co.

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Celebrate an unforgettable Raksha Bandhan with The Nature’s Co.

Indulge your sister with some holistic products

The Nature’s Co. presents a special offer this Raksha Bandhan to help you pamper your caring sister. Stop by any of The Nature’s Co.outlets and purchase mainline products, worth Rs.750 or more, and get a luscious lip balm worth Rs.225 along with delightful chocolates absolutely free. What’s more The Nature’s Co. will have all these gifts packed in a specially designed attractive packaging as well.

To further enhance the entire experience, The Nature’s Co., is also giving out 15% discount hair cut vouchers for a renowned salon ,to the first few customers.

So come down and let The Nature’s Co. and make this Raksha Bandhan a truly memorable indulgent experience your sister will never forget!

Offer Valid from 10th – 15th August 2011 . T & C apply.

Available at all The Nature’s Co. outlets-

For further info you can visit: www.thenaturesco.com

Mumbai Store Address:

Unit No. S-15, 2nd floor Block No. 34/14B,

“Palladium” Phoenix Mills Compound, 462,

Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel,

Mumbai – 400 013

T: +91 22 32211771

E: helpdesk.mumbai@thenaturesco.com

Store timings:

Weekdays / Weekends: 11.00 am to 9:30 pm

Delhi Store Address:

Shop No S-12(b), 2nd floor, Plot No. A-3,

Select CITYWALK,

District Centre, Saket,

New Delhi – 110 017

T: +91 11 46150600

E: helpdesk.delhi@thenaturesco.com

Store timings:

Weekdays: 10.30 am – 9.30 pm

Weekends: 10.30 am – 10.00 pm

Chennai Store Address:

Shop No. S-012, Ground floor,

Express Avenue, 50L, Whites Road, Roypettah High Road,

Chennai – 600 014.

T: +91 44 31900070

E: helpdesk.chennai@thenaturesco.com

Store timings:

Weekdays: 11.00 am – 9.30 pm

Weekends: 11.00 am – 10.00 pm

Ahmedabad Store Address:

127, Ground Floor, Iscon Mega Mall,

Sarkhej Gandhi Nagar Highway,

Ahmedabad – 380015

E: helpdesk.ahmedabad@thenaturesco.com

Store Timings:

Weekdays: 11am – 9.30pm

Weekends: 11am – 10pm

Kolkatta Store address:

Unit no. – S010,

Ground Floor, South City Mall,

375, Prince Anwar Shah Road,

Kolkata 700068.

Store Timings:

Weekdays: 11am – 9.30pm

Weekends: 11am – 10pm

Pune Store Address:

Unit NO. F-38, 1st floor,
Phoenix Market City Pune,
Viman Nagar,

Pune-411014

Store Timings:

Weekdays: 11am – 9.30pm

Weekends: 11am – 10pm

P.S: PR Info