Oriflame The One Colour Unlimited Lipsticks Review,Swatches
What the Company claims:
MRP: Rs.499/- for 1.7g
Shades Available:8
Violet Extreme
Pink Unlimited
Mocha Intensity
Fuchsia Excess
Forever Plum
Endless Red
Always Cranberry
Absolute Blush
I am reviewing the shades Fuchsia Excess and Endless Red today.
It comes in a sleek and slender grey and black packaging..only disadvantage of this packaging is you always get lipstick on the edges when you swivel it up and down. Also, this type of packaging mostly has less qty of lipstick like this one has only 1.7g
These are very moisturising, you don’t need any lip balm of any sort with these. They have sheer to medium coverage and you will need 2-3 swipes for opaque coverage especially for pigmented lips.
These are very glossy and shiny and mostly all the shades are pink and plum based, so I assume this range is targeted more towards the younger category.
It stays for 2-3 hours and I am a bit disappointed with the staying power,reading the 10 hour claim, but very easy to use and touch up. It does not bleed or stain teeth and you can quickly apply it anywhere.
Fuchsia Excess is a pretty blue based fuchsia pink,no neon here,pure fuchsia pink
Endless Red is a wearable,not too bright, light apple red with some fine shimmer
Top- Fuchsia Excess, Bottom- Endless Red
Here is it on me..
Left- Fuchsia Excess, Right- Endless Red
Overall I would say these are nice lipsticks to try,very moisturising,glossy and comes in some lovely shades. If you are looking for something matte or long staying, these are not meant for you. Also, Oriflame lipsticks are mostly on discounts, so do keep a check on the catalog and buy them on discount as they are a bit expensive at Rs.499/- for the quantity of 1.7g
Rating:
Quality: 3.5/5
Value for money : 3.25/5
Availability: 3.5/5
Overall rating: 3.5/5
Have you tried the Oriflame The One Colour Unlimited Lipsticks?
Decowindow: Everything for your Windows Now Online
We often go shopping but these days the trend of shopping online is really catching up. This is a convenient and easy way to shop. No need to go through traffic jams or carry heavy bags but just a click and there you go on your shopping spree. So, while browsing through the net I came across this fabulous website www.decowindow.in. You can buy curtains online, cushion covers, curtain rods and much more. Decowindow offers complete home solutions for your interiors.
I personally liked the automatic curtain rod which has been newly launched by the brand. You can use it with a hand free remote or 6 channel remote that is, and you can operate 6 channels of automatic curtain rod with one remote. Decowindow also provides installation services at affordable price. So make your life hassle free and convenient. Just a click and you can have a pleasant view of what is happening outside or cover the window for complete privacy.
One can also go for the beddings which are available in neutral hues. Beddings are available with two shams, two cushion covers and one quilt. If you are looking out for various accessories you can pick up scented tassels which are available in assorted scents, tiebacks and hold backs with medallion designs are a must have to make your window treatment more complete. You can also pick from a range of blinds, valances and trimmings to give your windows an awesome look.
If it is curtain shopping online or any home décor products I suggest to pick it up from www.decowindow.in. Decowindow has easy return policy and offers free shipping on all orders placed on the website, with no minimum order size or exceptions. One can surely be assured of quality as Decowindow (www.decowindow.in ) is from the house of one of the largest exporters in India – Jayanita Exports and this is the reason why all the offerings are great in quality with some good value for money.
You can choose from a great range of curtain rods online , buy curtains online and even buy cushions online from their site. They even have a made-to-order solution for the curtains to suit the ranging sizes of your windows and doors.
This time its a bright coral box, I love the color <3 I like the revised packaging since April where there is only one card with all the product details and not 5 different cards. This month’s box has two full sized products!
Let’s see what all I got..
Catrice Smokey Eye Pencil in Petroling In The Deep which is a deep sea green (Full size– Rs.365/-)
Kerastase Elixir Ultime Oil (2 x 3ml each)
Hedonista Chocolate Face Soufflé- Full size (Rs.1650/- for 115g)
Estee Lauder Pleasures EDT sample vial
Natio Meditate Hand Cream– Deluxe Sample 20ml
I am in love with every product this time which is a part of the box, there have always been 1-2 products in My Envy Box every month which have been my favourites, but I like all the 5 products the first time :p
A full sized Catrice Eye Pencil, I love smokey eye pencils which are perfect for those 2 minute makeup days. I am quite excited to try this and might review this soon 🙂
I am currently using the Kerastase Elixir Ultime Oil and Beautifying Cream. Though the original bottle is not that big to carry, but these 3ml vials are perfect for travel. I am loving the oil and these vials are definitely coming along with me, on my next trip 😀
Hedonista Chocolate Face Souffle is a chocolate and clay based mask, now who doesn’t love chocolate. Never tried this brand but the packaging and the mask look super yummy and nice.
Estee Lauder Pleasures is a classic, and I absolutely love its smell.
And lastly the Natio Meditate Pink Lotus Hand Cream which smells divine and works pretty well as a hand cream <3
Overall I would say this month’s My Envy Box is a total paisa vasool and I quite like it. Highly recommended! Get the June box now, if you haven’t yet placed the order. I received the box today and reviewing it today itself, so that you guys can place your orders 🙂
You can buy the My Envy Box HERE. Use the code ‘NEWLOVEMAKEUP’ to enjoy 15% off on all our website, subscriptions & products
How to decide upon Indian bridal trousseau and jewellery
A lot of effort goes in wedding preparations, especially in India. Apart from the event preparations, the bride takes extra effort to decide upon her wedding trousseau and the jewellery which she will wear on the wedding day.
Considering the wedding is once in a lifetime affair, people have known to go extra lengths to make it special and grand. Go through these guidelines and make the right decision when it comes to deciding upon the wedding jewellery and trousseau which match with each other quite well.
Jadtar (Kundan) Set
Wedding is a very special occasion that requires the bride to look not only very beautiful but best as well. An Indian wedding requires the bride to be dressed up in fine apparel and in the best of jewellery, usually made of precious metals such as gold, platinum, and silver and so on. Apart from this, the jewellery worn could be encrusted with precious and semi precious stones such as diamonds, emeralds, rubies, and sapphires to name the popular ones. Amongst the wedding preparations, shopping for the bridal trousseau and accessories does take up most of the effort and time.
How to decide on what to wear on your wedding day?
White Gold and Diamond Set
There are great deals of factors that need to be discussed when deciding the wedding attire. The attire has to match with the partner’s wedding dress and the wedding theme in general. Along with the cost factor, the time of the year and location of the wedding does seem important. If it’s a summer wedding, it would best to wear light wedding attire comprising of lightweight chiffons, georgettes, crepes and other flowing materials. In case of a winter wedding, the wedding attire could comprise of silks in varied varieties such as raw silk, tussar, pure silk along with heavy brocade borders and so on.
Similarly, the wedding trousseau gets influenced by the colours of the season. For instance, it’s the pastels and bright summer shades which are preferred during the summer while winter calls for rich colours with darker hues giving a feeling of coziness and warmth.
Consequently, the jewellery is determined, which gives a great final look to the bride. When deciding upon the jewellery, gold and diamond are extremely popular and preferred. In fact, gold jewellery is often given to the bride by her parents as well as those of the groom. Apart from that, Indian bridal jewellery also comprises of jewellery sets in regional themes such as Jadtar sets, Kundan sets, Thewa sets and so on.
Gone are the days when people used to visit a traditional jeweler or request a home visit from a traditional jeweler and spend hours together deciding upon the ornaments design and final look. Today, you can look forward to shop online for jewellery and placed a customised order as well. With a plethora of branded jewellery stores having an online presence, you can browse through the umpteen collections on offer before you shop for one.
If you have found a couple of ornament pieces of your liking, you could even request for a physical inspection of the same at a store located near to your residence. Also, check out on their customer service, exchange and return policy too. You also need to make sure they provide an accurate bill relating to your purchase mentioning the exact details of your piece of jewellery including the weight, purity and carat details of the metals and the precious stones used. At the same time, you can also ask for customer testimonials which could add more weight to their reputation too. On the overall, purchasing jewellery online is quite safe and reliable too.
I would suggest going for kundan or jadtar sets in yellow gold for the main wedding function if you are a Punjabi or a Gujurati bride,temple jewellery for something with raw silk sarees,etc. i.e. if you are a South Indian bride and the white gold and diamond sets for the reception/cocktail with a gown or an Ind0-western wear for everyone 🙂
A new OOTD today..I wore this pretty red lips embroidered dress last Saturday when we went to Prime Time Sports Bar and also it was my niece’s 2nd birthday 🙂
I love how simple and effortless this dress is,yet glams you up instantly. I paired it with a simple gold choker necklace and a simple Daniel Wellington watch and a set of rings.
Completed the look with this black fringes bag and studded black ballerinas.
Since it was quite dark and the lighting was not that good, some pics look a bit harsh. Also, I am wearing the L’Oreal Paris 24H Powder Foundation and hence the whitish cast, see I told you.
Dress: HERE
Bag: StalkBuyLove
Necklace,Rings: Shop Miss A
Shoes: Steppings (Fashion & You)
Watch: Daniel Wellington
On Lips: L’Oreal Paris Moist Mat Lipstick in Raspberry Syrup
Last week I went for the SP Luxe Oil Hair Spa Experiental at the Tesoura Salon at Bandra. A much needed hair pampering after a long,long time.
I was greeted with Lemon Iced Tea and the attendant explained me the entire hair spa process.
Steps:
1. She washed my hair at first with the System Professional Luxe Oil Keratin Protect Shampoo.
2. The she combined the System Professional Luxe Oil Keratin Restore Mask and System Professional Luxe Oil Reconstructive Elixir in 80:20 proportion and applied it all over my hair strand by strand.
3. She massaged my scalp and hair for 4-5 minutes.
4. Then hair was given a steam,towards the ends for 3-4 minutes.
5. Hair was washed again,only with cold water this time.
6. Then she blow dried my hair on medium blast and applied a few drops of the System Professional Luxe Oil Reconstructive Elixir.
About the products used:
1.System Professional LuxeOil Keratin Protect Shampoo: Gives light-weight, luxurious cleansing, also sets the foundation and gives shine + keratin protection. It provides lightweight luxurious cleansing that sets the foundation for a transforming hair service. The shampoo contains a special system of surfactants and boosting polymers that create creamy, long-lasting foam allowing even distribution of key ingredients on hair.
200 ml for Rs 995
2.System Professional LuxeOil Keratin Restore Mask: Instantly reconstructs hair fiber to improve hair texture and leave it soft to touch. With a special combination of three specially design polymers, and the luxurious oils, the mask provides a luxurious lightness that creates a “lubricating film” that is thin, even and elastic on hair surface and provides super low surface & inter fiber friction without greasiness.
150 ml for Rs.1095
3.System Professional LuxeOil Reconstructive Elixir: Luxurious hair oil which protects hair keratin and provides light-weight, long lasting smoothness. It protects the hair from drying out and gives additional shine. The fusion of oils infuses into the hair structure to transform hair from inside and out and protects the keratin, leaving instant and long lasting smoothness.
100 ml for Rs 2300
Duration: 45-50 minutes
Here is my before-after 😀
Before-After
My hair felt super soft and smooth,frizz free and stayed that way for 3 days. I think it was an easy process and a deep conditioning hair spa like this can be even tried in the comfort of your home. You just need the shampoo,mask and serum. I am planning on splurging on these products, I already have the Reconstructive Elixir, would be trying the shampoo and mask soon.
What do you think of a hair spa? Do you do anything special for your hair?
P.S: Services were provided by the brand but that has not affected my opinion.
About the World Ethnic Day: World Ethnic Day is a day to celebrate the cultures of different countries together on a single day. In the digital world, “World is One” yet we all carry different identities represented by what we wear, eat, believe and celebrate. Lets come together and celebrate our diversity as “One World”. World Ethnic Day is a day of fun, dance, music, food and party in ethnic way. Lets go back to our roots and share with others our uniqueness. Lets be One. Lets be Ethnic.
Every country and culture has its own ethnicity and uniqueness. When it comes to India, its all colorful, pretty and larger than life, coz it is again not just one culture, but a mix of so many different cultures in one country. We have such diverse cultures but yet have some common nuances.
If we talk about a saree, most of the cultures in India have a saree but each have a different type,work, style of wearing or calling it. There is a Bengali way and a Gujurati way of wearing a saree. Then we have a Maharastrian navari, South Indian Kanjeevaram sarees, Banarasi Brocade sarees, etc.
It’s more of lehengas in the Northern India.
And these days, we all love our kurtis, churidars and salwars, and of course everyone’s favourite anarkali. It is easy and convenient to wear and be around with these and yet gives an ethnic and traditional touch and feel.
Not only clothing, we have diverse arts and crafts too. We have minakari and marble work, gemstones, tie and dye, crochet, wooden and brass handicrafts, block prints, chikankari,clay and pottery,etc.
Craftsvilla.com is celebrating 19th June as ‘World Ethnic Day’. I love the site and the amazing ethnic and traditional items it stocks,also I am happy that a website is actually celebrating Ethnic Day and it anyway helps a lot of local artisans to sell the products on Craftsvilla and gives them an easy,global platform. A nice way for the local people to reach globally and also gives them a new source of income.
Vidya Balan is the brand ambassador for World Ethnic Day and rightly so, she was the first in Bollywood of late to have adopted the saree trend and she wears all the traditional kanjeevarams, from her own wedding to award functions to the Cannes Film Festival, she took the Indian ethnic nine yards everywhere.
“By celebrating World Ethnic Day, we get an opportunity to go back to our roots. I feel strongly about the dying art of handlooms in the country, and also about the plight of artisans who are struggling for livelihood. I am delighted with the opportunity to spread awareness about it,” Vidya said in a statement.
“We are thrilled to have Vidya Balan endorse World Ethnic Day. There is tremendous synergy between her vision and ours. Vidya is a living ambassador for everyday ethnic. Her remarkable success and body of work stand testimony to ethnic is cool,” said Manoj Gupta, founder of Craftsvilla.com.
Check out the review,swatches and demo of the L’Oreal Paris Infallible Reno Liquid Foundation HERE
Today I am reviewing the shades 160 Sand Beige and 225 Beige of the Infalible Reno Powder Foundation. I am not sure why it is ‘Infalible’ instead of ‘Infallible’
To start with the packaging, the upper part is plastic and quite light. It comes in transparent crimson packaging with a see through cap. The lower part has a sponge and mirror which is something quite nice, as the sponge is in a separate compartment so it does not get mixed with the powder even if you use it wet and the mirror is so handy while travelling and for touch ups. Though I wish the packaging was a bit sturdier coz this might break,even if it falls down once.
The texture is very fine, though it is not the smoothest. It can be used wet or dry. I prefer using a brush when I am using it dry and the sponge it comes with when using it wet.
Left: 160 Sand Beige, Right- 225 Beige
It gives light coverage when used dry and a little more medium coverage when used wet. It is completely matte and there would be no trace of shine on your skin when you use this. This will be a boon for people with oily skin.
Left: 160 Sand Beige, Right- 225 Beige
Since I prefer dewy finish and I am not a fan of matte, I do not use powders often except for my T-zone. Also you will need to moisturise really well before using this, as it accentuates dry patches.
The main con for me is the white cast! 🙁 It gives a strong white cast,especially in photographs.
160 Sand Beige is supposed to be lighter than 225 Beige,as shown in the Shade Options available online. But somehow Sand Beige is a better match for me and 225 Beige appears lighter on me. Even in the swatches, Sand Beige is a little more yellow and that matches well with my skin tone.
Here I have used both 160 Sand Beige and 225 Beige wet with the sponge.
160 Sand Beige (Left- With Foundation, Right- Without Foundation)Makeup with 160 Sand Beige as a base225 Beige (Left- With Foundation, Right- Without Foundation)Makeup with 225 Beige as a base
225 Beige is lighter and looks even more light with the whitish cast, as you can see.
I am not generally a fan of using powder foundations wet, unless you are out and don’t have any liquid foundation and are heading to a party or a function and need some coverage. I generally prefer using powders on them when for daily basis or as a setting powder.
It works well on its own and amazing as a setting powder, only when used wet, it gives a whitish cast which I don’t like. I would recommend the shade 160 Sand Beige for mostly all of us with medium skin tone and yellow undertone.
Overall, I would say it’s a nice powder foundation which is perfect for travelling and a boon for oily skin. It works really well as a setting powder too and also amazing for touch-ups. I would not recommend it for dry skin or if you want to use it wet.
Rating:
Quality: 3.5/5
Value for money : 3.25/5
Availability: 4/5
Overall rating: 3.5/5
Have you tried the new L’Oreal Paris Infallible 24H Powder Foundation?
About Prime Time and Wembley: Primetime puts forward over 40 interactive and thematic arcade games like Archery zone, Hammer – Nail It, Speed of light box, Beer Pong games, Dalfie Video booth, Cannon Ball Blaster, Music games, Bowling lanes with giant size projector displaying videos as you roll the bowl, a digitally equipped party room for dance and music lovers, interactive arcade and nostalgic indoor and board games.
Primetime’s food arena ‘Wembley’ is a high-spirited hangout place cum restaurant. With over 70 delectable items comprising classic bar food favourites to an array of lunch and dinner meals including pizzas, burgers, pasta, Indian delights and the signature items – Tikkas (Kebabs) and Draft beer which gives a wholesome experience to customers.
Last Saturday, I and hubby went to Prime Time which is a newly launched sports bar at R-City Mall, Ghatkopar, Mumbai. They have lot of games and bowling, laser room, archery,etc., so it’s like spending a good 3-4 hours and also have your lunch/dinner at their restaurant Wembley.
We reached quite late in the afternoon and headed for lunch at first as we were quite hungry and also there was a corporate booking, so lots of guests for games and bowling.
Wembley has everything from Indian starters to Italian pastas to American Cheese French Fries and Burgers. I loved the variety of cuisines offered. Also they have a separate drinks menu which includes all sorts of Cocktails,Beers, and the usual.
I went with a Breezer and ordered BlackBerry which was out of stock sadly. I wasn’t expecting Blackberry and Cranberry to be out of stock on a Saturday though,I had to go with Jamaican Passion.
Let me tell you,we ordered smaller portions to try out more dishes, so do not go by this quantity.
For food, we started with Cheese French Fries which were hot and crisp, I would have liked a little more cheese though as the fries were quite a lot comparatively.
Cheese French Fries
Nachos with Cheese Sauce and Mexican Beans,super yummy is the word for this. Amazing salsa sauce and a perfect blend of cheese,beans and salsa on the crispy nachos.
Nachos with Cheese Sauce and Mexican Beans
Classic Burger was just perfect, soft buns and a perfect patty,one of the best burgers I have tried.
Veg. Classic Burger
Veg. Popcorn which was served with mayo, it was nice but slightly under cooked. You know how fried stuff tastes a bit raw from the inside.
Veg. Popcorn & Breezer
Crispy Chilli Potatoes where small pieces of potatoes were deep fried and mixed in the dry chilli garlic gravy. Very,very spicy :/ I am someone who loved spicy food, but this was actually very spicy.
Crispy Chilli Potatoes
Last thing we tried was Soufiya Paneer Tikka, super soft paneer and perfectly grilled on the tandoor. The saunf (aniseeds) gave it a royal touch and the spices were just perfect and the paneer was well marinated.
Soufiya Paneer Tikka
I wanted to try the Pizza or Pasta but was too full by then, maybe next time.
Then we went to play games. We were heading for bowling and even changed our shoes, but hubby reminded that I shouldn’t do bowling as it would involve lifting weight and bending which is not good for my spine currently, which I completely forgot. Hence, we skipped bowling and tried the laser games in the laser room. We played the Laser Squash, Hit & Run and hubby tried the Mission Possible. This is the first time, I tried laser games and they were definitely fun. Recommend trying them for sure.
We also played some throwball. They also have massage chairs in between, where you can just take a break and get your back massaged for some time.
The concept of this sports bar is similar to Smaaash at Lower Parel, though I haven’t been there but hubby has.
Overall, I would say, it’s a fun place to go with your friends and chill out,play some games and have yummy food. I liked the food in totality, plus it is also very reasonably priced. A big thumps up from me.
Now next when you are confused what to do on a weekend, you know where to head 🙂
P.S: I was invited by the sports bar but that has not affected my opinion.
L’Oreal Professionnel Hair Spa Deep Nourishing Shampoo,Conditioner Review
What the Company claims: L’Oreal Professionnel’s HAIR SPA helps heal your hair from root to tip, so that your hair looks beautiful inside and out. Hair Spa, is now infused with the soothing and calming Water Lily, to give you an even more relaxing and restorative experience. Known for its hydrating and therapeutic properties, Water lily helps relieve pressure, for a soothing experience.
MRP:
Hair Spa Deep nourishing shampoo: Rs. 400/- for 230ml
Hair Spa Deep nourishing conditioner: Rs. 400/- for 200ml
Shampoo claims and Directions to use:
Shampoo Ingredients:
Conditioner claims and Directions to use:
Conditioner Ingredients:
L’Oreal Professionnel Hair Spa comes in two variants: Deep Nourishing and a Detox range. This Deep Nourishing range has Water Lily extracts and is meant for dry hair and the Detox one is infused with tea tree oil for people with oily scalp and dandruff issues.
I have been using this L’Oreal Professionnel Hair Spa Deep Nourishing Range since 3 weeks now. I had a lot of expectations from this range after trying out and falling in love with the Absolut Repair Lipidium Range.
I love the bright blue packaging with the grey cap, it is very nice to look at and you can find out your shampoo from the lot in the bathroom :p The shampoo has a flip cap packaging and comes in this long,slender bottle and the conditioner comes in a tube packaging with a screw cap.
The shampoo is off white in color and runny in form, the conditioner is white and thicker. Both smell very refreshing,very close to soft, floral,water lily. A mix of aquatic and floral, I love the smell!
The shampoo foams really well and gets rid of all the oil and dirt in the hair within one wash. Quite impressed here. The hair is completely clean in one wash. If you have oily scalp, you will really like this. Even though this range is meant for dry skin, it is not heavy and creamy kind but very light.
The conditioner is hydrating but not very heavy,it won’t weigh down your hair. It is not the most hydrating conditioner out there, but does a decent job for someone with normal to dry hair, and would work perfectly for oily hair too. If you have very dry hair or prefer a heavy conditioner, then you would need something extra.
Hair remains soft,smooth and frizz free with this range for 2 days untill you wash next. There is no oiliness and no dryness. If you have drier ends, you will need to use a serum on the ends. Even though its meant for dry hair, it is not the deep hydrating kind, and that makes this range perfect for summers.
Price wise, they are decently priced and quite economical for the quantity. The bottles are huge and not travel friendly though. Also, the availability of the Professionnel range is an issue, and is only available on selected online sites or in salons.
Only downside is it has SLS and silicones, also I see ‘Mineral Oil’ 3rd in the Ingredients list in the Conditioner which I am not too pleased with.
Overall, I would say this range is good for summers and would work for all kinds of hair from oily to dry. It cleanses the scalp well and leaves the hair soft, smooth and frizz free. It is mild enough for everyday use too. If you have very dry hair, I would recommend the L’Oreal Professionnel Absolut Repair Lipidium Range. I would prefer using this range for summers and the Absolut Range for winters. If you have chemically treated or colored hair, I wouldn’t advise using this as it has SLS.
Rating:
Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 3.5/5
Overall Rating: 4/5
Would I buy it again: Yes
Have you tried any L’Oreal Professionnel Range? Your favourite?
