Shimmer and Shine like Sonakshi

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Bollywood’s latest it girl, Sonakshi Sinha is literally all over the town. From debuting with none other than Salman Khan to walking the ramps for big designers and making TV appearances, the lady is clearly on a roll. Known for her beautiful, long tresses and her subtle smoky peepers, she clearly knows her make-up well. Here’s how to get understated dramatic eyes, dewy cheeks and a pretty pout, Sonakshi style.

Start with a light base, blending a few drops of foundation (Estee Lauder Nutritious Vita-Mineral Makeup, Rs. 1500) with your regular moisturiser for a natural finish. Use a creamy concealer to cover any dark circles and even out the eye area (Bobbi Brown Cream Concealer, Rs. 950). Subtle kohl-rimmed eyes is ‘the’ look that Sonakshi sports here, so sweep a natural eye shadow across the eye lids and keep it simple. With a precision eye liner (Christian Dior Intense Liquid Eyeliner, Rs. 1400) draw a line close to your upper lash line. Using the precision tip of the liner extend the eye liner downwards from the inner corner of your eyes (as shown). A single coat of intense black mascara (Dior Show Extase, Rs 1240 Or Lancôme Definicils Precious Cells Mascara, Rs. 1280) adds just the right amount of drama. Use a creamy kohl pencil (Lancôme Le Crayon Khol in Noir, Rs. 1085) and line your waterlines.

To achieve a rosy, luminous complexion Vogue recommends using a blush and a lipstick in the shades of peach and pink. Vogue recommends Guerlain Blush Éclat in Cherry Blossom (Rs. 2170) and YSL Rouge Volupté in in Fetish Pink (Rs. 1500).

(*all prices in approximate figures)

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Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser Review

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Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser Review
About Liz Earle Naturally Active Skin care: Liz Earle Naturally Active Skincare is a Great British beauty brand, founded in 1995. We are passionate about all that we do and create products that really work on every skin type by harnessing the potent powers of the finest quality naturally active ingredients.

Our products offer a simple no-fuss and dependable routine which is also a pampering daily treat for everyone. Check out their site here

About the Cleanser: We only make one cleanser because this formulation is the ultimate in concentrated yet gentle cleansing power and works on every age and skin type.

Our plant-based cleanser has a 2-phase action, phase 1 is the cleansing. Free from mineral oil, it has a rich and creamy texture and swiftly removes all traces of face and eye make-up, even stubborn mascara.

Phase 2 is the polishing. Polish off the cream using the pure muslin cloth to help gently dislodge dead skin cells and help reveal clean, soft and radiant skin.

Naturally active ingredients include eucalyptus and cocoa butter for smoother, clearer skin.

Suitable for all skin types.

Directions for use: Cleanse daily morning and night using this two-step process:

Step 1: Massage 1 or 2 pumps gently onto dry skin over face and neck. Free from mineral oil, its rich and creamy texture swiftly removes all traces of face and eye make-up, including stubborn mascara.

Step 2: Rinse the pure muslin cloth in hand-hot water and wring out before gently polishing off the cream to gently remove dead skin cells and help reveal clean, soft and radiant skin.

Splash face with cool clean water and follow with Instant Boost Skin Tonic and your choice of moisturiser.

Ingredients: Aqua (water), Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Theobroma cacao (cocoa) seed butter, Cetearyl alcohol, Cetyl esters, Sorbitan Stearate, Polysorbate 60, Glycerin, Cera alba (beeswax), Propylene glycol, Humulus lupulus (hops) extract, Panthenol, Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) extract, Anthemis nobilis (chamomile) extract, Eucalyptus globulus (eucalyptus) oil, Limonene, Citric acid, Sodium hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Dehydroacetic acid, Polyaminopropyl biguanide.

MRP: 5.10 GBP for 30 ml (It comes in 30ml,50ml,100ml and 200ml pump and tube options..check here)

Its off white in color and has medium consistency..not too thick nor too runny. It has a herbal smell. This cleanser by Liz earle has won multiple awards as the best cleanser. It comes with a polish cloth which is made in India :))

Pros:

1. It does cleanse well and removes all makeup including water proof mascara.
2. Skin feels super soft and smooth.
3. It even moisturises skin while cleansing.
4. Has all natural ingredients.
5. Does not contain parabens.
6. Delivers all over the world and that too quick.

Cons:

1. Very expensive for a cleanser…but than it does deliver quality 🙂
2. The smell might be a problem for few.
3. Available online only.

Rating:

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

Overall rating: 4/5

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

Charm Factory Bracelet International Giveaway

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Hey guys.. I am super excited to inform you about my 1st giveaway and its international and I would like to thank Charm Factory for sponsoring this giveaway.
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About Charm Factory: We feature almost 5000 high quality, unique sterling silver charms, bracelets, beads and more.Silver charm bracelets are so easy to personalize. Start by choosing a charm bracelet (or necklace). Then add as many .925 sterling silver charms as you like. Each charm comes with a free jump ring to attach it to your bracelet.
Our charms and beads are .925 sterling silver and manufactured in the United States, all lead and nickel free. Our pewter charms are also nickel and lead free. Charm Factory products do not contain cadmium, which is a concern with some products made in Asia. (The jump rings attached to our pewter charms do contain a small amount of nickel. A few imports that we do not make here, like some chains from Italy, are noted in product details.)

About the giveaway:

Visit this page and tell me which charm bracelet you would choose from these should you win. The bracelets are beaded and some are also according to the month you were born in 🙂 You do not have to be a blogger to enter, but you must have a valid email id where you can be reached should you win.This giveaway is international and will end after 2 weeks i.e on 28th April 2011 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) Head over to the Charm Factory page and tell me what bracelet you would pick if you are the lucky winner.
2) Follow my blog through GFC.
3) Leave your email id so that I can contact you.

Extra Entries:
2) Like my page on Facebook. (1 point )
3) Like the Charm Factory page on Facebook. (1 point )
4) Follow me on Twitter @bhumika_t  (1 point ) and tweet about this giveaway. (2 points )
5) Follow @Charm_Factory on twitter. (1 point )
6) Follow my blog on Networked Blogs.  (1 point )
7) Sign-up for New Love’s e-mail updates (delivered via Feedburner) you actually have to Verify and Confirm the subscription in order to receive the extra entry. (3 points )
8) Post it on your side bar. (2 points )
9) Do a blog post about this giveaway. (5 points )

So you have in all 18 entries !!! Please mention all entries in a single comment.

Have Fun and Good Luck!

P.S: This is a sponsored giveaway and I am not affiliated or paid by this site. No other compensation was received. All opinions are 100% my own

Sigma F80 Flat Top Synthetic Kabuki Brush Review

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Sigma F80 Flat Top Synthetic Kabuki Brush Review


F80 is a flat top duo fibre buffer brush which would make your foundation application a dream..you can stipple with short strokes for heavy coverage or buff with circular motions for lighter coverage. It goes all over the face evenly and gives flawless results.
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What the Company claims: This exclusive flat top synthetic kabuki was designed to deliver a flawless makeup application. The Sigma Makeup F80 is a buffer brush that can be used to blend powder or liquid products. The short and dense bristles make it easy to buff your liquid foundation. The long handle adds comfort to your makeup application. The synthetic fibers are ideal to be used with liquid products and can be easily cleaned. Made of Synthetic Sigmax HD filament.

MRP: 16$

Pros:

1. The brush is super soft and dense.
2. Blends foundation like a dream.
3. Gives an awesome even finish and an air brushed effect.
4. Does not shed or bleed.
5. Can be used for cream, powder and liquid products.
6. Makes it super easy and fast to use foundation.
7. The handle size is perfect for control.

Cons:

1. It does take time to clean and dry it..as its dense.
2. It stains the bristles.

Rating:

Quality: 5/5
Value for money: 5/5
Availability: 5/5 (They deliver in 5-6 days 🙂 )

Overall rating: 5/5

I think its a must have and a great buy…I know now why its loved so much and raved about by everyone..it totally deserves it.. Visit the site here

China Glaze®’s Regal Shades-Perfect for Royal Wedding Celebrations

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“Don’t Touch My Tiara!” shouted the Diva Bride as she read her sweet Love Letters sent from her doting prince. He’d been a Royal Tease for years and they were finally ready to tie the knot. The Exceptionally Gifted bride was Ravishing, Dahling in a gown and jewels of Pure Elegance. The soon-to-be Princess Grace was ready to Make An Entrance into the Visions of Grandeur as the future Mr. and Mrs. forever. Waiting for the moment to come was Pure Torture . . .

Today would truly be an affair to remember for all.

Don’t Touch My Tiara – A sheer, hot pink shimmer sure to rock his royal socks

Diva Bride – Perfect light beige crème for French or to wear alone for an engagement

Love Letters – The French manis love this sheer blush gloss

Royal Tease (2) – This shimmery grape purple is worth the agony

Exceptionally Gifted (3) – A sweet bridesmaid pink with a golden frost

Ravishing, Dahling (4) – Don’t spill this burgundy wine jelly on that white dress!

Pure Elegance – Sweet flower girls in baby pink with pink shimmer

Princess Grace – Whisper sweet nothings about this soft pink pearlescent

Make An Entrance (5) – A bright hot pink crème for princesses who aren’t shy

Visions of Grandeur (6) – From rags to riches with this deep red adorned with gold shimmer

Pure Torture – This fiery red-orange jelly is inspired by the first of year marriage .

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

P.S:Info sent by PR

Lancome Spring Summer Collection 2011 ‘ Ultra Lavande’ Info

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What could be more emblematic of 70’s spirit than a palette of LAVENDER HUES?
Interpreted by Aaron De Mey, the era’s star shade is unveiled in a new light; as FRESH,
ethereal and natural as it is INTENSE and resolutely SOPHISTICATED.
The DUALITY of our heroines and this pivotal moment in time is reflected by infinite
variations of lavender HARMONIES, in both warm and cool tones contrasted with GOLD
AND SILVER SHIMMER for a hint of Disco glamour. A palette of tender pinks adds the
finishing touch, for Flower Power style… DELICIOUSLY 70’s.

The star products:

COLOR FEVER GLOSS NATURAL ORIGIN – 384 ROSE BALLERINE        

COLOR FEVER GLOSS NATURAL ORIGIN – 385 LAVANDE BALLERINE            
CRAYON KHÔL NATUREL                  
 LE FRENCH TOUCH ABSOLU              
LE VERNIS – 359 LAVANDE          
 INK ARTLINER – 05 ULTRA-LAVANDE        
 OMBRE MAGNÉTIQUE – 01D DISCO GOLD          
OMBRE MAGNÉTIQUE – 04G DISCO SILVER      

All THE ENERGY OF THE SEVENTIES captured in a single image…
MARIO TESTINO showcases a resolutely modern woman, exuding 70’s spirit
to perfection: JULIA RESTOIN‐ROITFELD.

The LANCÔME MAISON’s latest spokesperson, Julia Restoin‐Roitfeld,
was born into the world of FASHION and BEAUTY. Daughter of one of the world’s most
famous fashion magazine editors and a renowned stylist, she crafted her ARTISTIC and
AESTHETIC SENSITIVITY with the biggest names in fashion from a very early age. PASSIONATE
about STYLING and PHOTOGRAPHY, she decided to head to New York where she took classes
in one of the leading DESIGN establishments, Parsons School. Now dividing her time
between her beloved PARIS and NEW YORK, Julia Restoin‐Roitfeld excels in both
of her passions: her unfaltering sense of the aesthetic has allowed her to trace
a brilliant career as an ARTISTIC DIRECTOR, while MODELING provides
her with a veritable source of personal enrichment.

A GLAMOROUS, CONTEMPORARY ICON, Julia Restoin‐Roitfeld elegantly incarnates the Ultra‐
Lavande woman; a resolutely modern, young woman envisaged by Aaron De Mey for this
new make‐up collection, perfectly captured in Mario Testino’s photographs. She represents
all the modernity and femininity à la française cherished by Lancôme.
Julia Restoin‐Roitfeld beautifully embodies the spirit of Ultra‐Lavande. Her dress code? A
LAVENDER SILK, PUSSYBOW BLOUSE, so emblematic of 70’s glamour, and a BUTTERFLY
RING. Resolutely eco‐chic.

P.S: Info sent by PR

Handwriting Tag and Blog Awards

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Anju from indianmakeupways has tagged me for this….thank you anju….but my handwriting is very bad…so ok..you guys can comment on my bad handwriting… :-/

  Well the questions were

 1. What is your name? And your blog?
 2. What’s your blog URL?
 3.Write: The quick brown fox jumped over the lazy dog.
 4. Favorite quote.
 5. Favorite song.
 6. Favorite band/singer.
 7. Say anything you want.
 8. Pass this along to a few bloggers

I tag

Anshita from vanity-noapologies
Debleena from hungoveronfashion
Bee from insidebeeni

And also I got two Versatile Blogger Awards from Nivedita of makeupandchitchat and Anshita of vanity-noapologies

Thank you guys….I have done the 7 things about me before here

And I would like to pass on this award to all the newbie bloggers out there..

Motives Lustrafy High Definition Mascara in Midnight Blue Review

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Motives by Loren Ridinger is a quite known brand abroad and makes some amazing award winning products.
Check out their site here. I am reviewing the High Definition Midnight Blue Mascara.

What the Company claims: Primary Benefits of Motives® Lustrafy High-Definition Mascara:

  • Will not clump, flake or glob
  • Long-wearing
  • Patented brush provides superior lash definition
What Makes Motives® Lustrafy High-Definition Mascara Unique?

Brushes make all the difference with makeup application, especially with mascara! Our new Lustrafy High-Definition Mascara will define, separate and lengthen your lashes like never before. The secret is in the revolutionary High-Definition brush with rubber bristles that fan out and lengthen each lash as it sweeps on mascara from root to tip. No more clumps or globs, just beautifully defined long lashes.

MRP: 16.95 $
Comes in 2 colors..onyx (black) and midnight blue.
Eye without mascara

Eye with mascara
Pros:
1. Its the best mascara ever…lengthens, gives volume,does not clump…does what it claims !!
2. Its waterproof. 
3. The brush is awesome..easy to work with and gives a falsies effect…and its super flexible.
4. The blue is very much wearable and works even for daily use..and not OTT. 
5. Comes off easily with a makeup remover or olive oil.
Cons:
1. Expensive !!
2. Not available in India and they dont even ship to India 🙁
Rating:
Quality: 5/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 2/5
Overall rating: 3.75/5 (coz its very expensive and you wont even get it here…but the quality is awesome)
Would I buy it again: I would have loved to…
P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion. 
 

20 Sexy Ideas for Long Hair..Contd

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20 Sexy Ideas for Long Hair..Contd

Continued from here

11.Cut Blunt Bangs

Give extra-long locks an instant update with freshly cropped fringe like Kate Beckinsale’s. Tell your stylist to snip the center pieces so they fall right below your eyebrows, while the outer ones should be slightly longer.

12.Pull It All Back

A little bit of height in the front and some pieces sticking out in the back prevent Kristen Stewart’s bun from looking too severe. Tease the roots by your forehead before sweeping all of your hair back into a mid-level pony. Wrap the tail into a bun, leaving out the ends.

13.Choose Bold Accessories

Decorate long locks with an eye-catching headband. The multiband gold version Nicole Richie is wearing here is from her new collection, House of Harlow 1960.

14.Make Curls Look Touchable

Last season’s stiff ribbon curls are out. What’s hot right now are the big, silky spirals you see here on Eva Longoria. Start with a shine-enhancing cream like L’Oréal Vive Pro Glossy Style Smooth Gloss Anti-Frizz Cream. Wrap sections of hair from the ears down around a large curling iron. Once your hair cools down, gently run a brush through the curls.

15.Keep It Down with a Twist

Want Lauren Conrad’s boho look? Grab two thin sections a few inches back from your hairline, twist, and secure with pins at the back of your head. For her glossy waves, use a jumbo curling iron.

16.Trick Camera Lenses

For hair that gleams like Emily Blunt’s, apply a light shine serum before and after blow-drying. Use a spray version if you have fine hair and be sure to keep the stuff away from your roots. Our pick: L’Oréal Studio Shine Seeker Glass Shine.

17.Bump Up the Back

Always a trendsetter, Sienna Miller works a creative half-updo. Part your hair down the middle and leave the front section loose and wavy. Tease the hair at your crown, then make a ponytail at the nape of your neck

18.Get Surfer-Girl Waves

Mary-Kate Olsen’s beachy look can be easily re-created on dry land. Just mist hair from with a wave-making salt-infused styler, then twist small pieces around your fingers to shape. Our favorite: Sunsilk Waves of Envy Sea Mist.

19.Go Glam with Your Curls

To get Alicia Keys’s beautiful spirals, make a deep side part, then wrap sections of hair around a 1-inch curling iron. Smooth a few drops of shine serum over the curls. Our pick: Pantene Pro-V Frizz Control Extra Strength Serum.

20.Sex Up Your Layers

Draw attention to a layered haircut like Gabrielle Union’s by using a medium-sized round brush to flick your ends in and out while you blow-dry.

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20 Sexy Ideas for Long Hair

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20 Sexy Ideas for Long Hair

An article in Cosmopolitan I found worth sharing..20 different chic hairstyles for long hair..

1.Pair Wavy Strands with Straight Bangs

Soft, loose curls are still really hot, but if you’re looking to switch up this look just a bit, keep your bangs or shorter face-framing pieces sleek like Reese Witherspoon does here. The effect works best if your fringe is long and wispy.

2.Fire Up Your Flatiron

Super-sleek strands like Ciara’s are back. To prevent your hair from sizzling in your flatiron, use a protective styling spray before you clamp down. We love Got2b Guardian Angel Protect N’ Blow Out Lotion and Gloss Finish.

3.Keep It Loose

Jessica Biel’s half-up style looks so sexy because it’s tousled and not too perfect. Rub body-building mousse through damp strands, blow-dry, then pull them back at ear level and secure with bobby pins. Try Jonathan Create Volume Thickening Foam.

4. Try a Simple Bun

Jessica Stroup’s chic updo is simple to pull off. Blow-dry hair straight, part it to one side, then make a low ponytail. Coil the length of the pony around the base and secure the knot with pins.

5.Enhance Your Natural Texture

Blake Lively has some seriously sexy waves. Dampen hair from roots to ends with a texturizing spray like Fekkai Coiff Bouffant Lifting & Texturizing Spray Gel before blow-drying, then wrap random sections around a 1-inch curling iron

6.Sling Your Bun to One Side

For Becki Newton’s playful chignon, part your hair to one side and twist it into a big, loose bun about an inch above the nape of your neck. If you have really fine or naturally straight hair, add texture before you put it up with a mousse like Garnier Fructis Body Boost Volumizing Mousse, then blow-dry with a diffuser.

7.Break Up Your Curls with Color

Beyoncé’s curls look extra-gorgeous thanks to some randomly placed caramel-hued highlights. Ask your colorist to brighten a few pieces around your face as well as some chunks at your ends. Or go at it yourself with L’Oréal Feria Multi-Faceted Shimmering Color.

8. Do a Flirty Ponytail

Eva Mendes’s pony is easy and super-cute. The trick: Tease your roots around the crown of your head to get some lift before you pull your hair back. For extra oomph, fluff up the length of the pony with a flexible-hold spray like Herbal Essences Set Me Up Extra Hold Hair Spray.

9. Flirt with a Shoulder-Length Style

Want to fake shorter strands? Set long hair in big, hot rollers for super-bouncy curls that temporarily shorten your locks by a couple of inches like Amy Adams did here. Try Conair Instant Heat Jumbo and Super Jumbo Hot Rollers.

10.Go for an Easy Updo

Updos look sexiest when they’re not too “done.” Case in point: Hilary Duff’s falling-down style. To get it, leave your face-framing pieces down, then gather the rest of your hair into a low, super-loose chignon.

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