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Maybelline White Super Fresh Compact Powder Shell Review, FOTD

Maybelline White Super Fresh Compact Powder Shell Review, FOTD

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Maybelline White Super Fresh Compact Powder Shell Review, FOTD

Hi guys,

I have been using this Maybelline White Super Fresh with Pure Perlite 12 Hour Whitening + Perfecting Compact Powder (wow, that’s quite a mouthful) since the past 2-3 days and here is my review..

What the Company claims: How does White Super Fresh stand out compared to all you other compact powders?

– It lasts up to 12 hours.
– No dabbing, washing or touch-ups necessary.
– Keeps you fresh and fair throughout the day.
– Absorbs sweat and doesn’t let your skin get patchy.
–  Available in 3 shades for your skin tone: Pearl (Light to Medium), Shell (Medium) & Coral (Medium to Dark).
– Priced at Rs.150.
– Has Pure Perlite and UV Filters
– Dermatologist tested and suitable for everyday use

Here is my review on Youtube too..

It comes in this white compact packaging with a mirror and a sponge. The sponge has a rubber finish on one side, so it can only be used through the one cotton side.

I have the shade Shell which is meant for medium skin tones. I am glad that it has yellow undertones, by the name ‘White’ going on the compact I was not very sure. But thankfully it matches me perfectly and does not give a whitish cast.

It has a soft floral smell which is quite pleasing. The packaging is sturdy enough and the mirror and sponge make it very travel friendly. It gives light to medium coverage which is buildable i.e one swipe will give you light coverage and going over 2-3 times will give you medium coverage. But it won’t hide your acne scars or dark circles which means you will need a separate concealer for that.

And even though I use a rich moisturiser, it does accentuate my dry patches. The powder is very finely milled and smooth but it not very creamy, though it it not very dry and powdery kinds too, somewhere in between.

Coming to the staying power and no touch up claim, it does stay put thoughout the day but I need to touch up my oily T-zone once after 5-6 hours as it gets slightly shiny. One slight touch up and I am good to go through the day. If you have dry skin, you won’t need any touch ups and if you have oily skin, one touch up and you will be sorted. It does the mattifying job amazingly well and oil does stay away from your skin through the day.

It blends seamlessly and merges with your skin tone and it actually keeps the skin looking fresh throughout the day.

The only con I would say is it doesn’t have sunscreen protection, but then we don’t rely on compact powders for sunscreen protection anyway. Also I am not sure how the other two shades are and if the darkest shade Coral is a match enough for all skin tones, but I believe 4-5 shades could have been better. I am not very pleased with the ‘Whitening’ claim too.

Here is the shade ‘Shell’ on me, I only have this compact ON and no other base..

The best part is the price and quantity, at Rs.150/- and 8g of product, it is by far one of the most economical compact powders right now.

Overall, I would say it’s a very nice budget compact and perfect for oily to combination skin. It does it’s job of keeping oil at bay very well. If you have dry skin, you will need a rich moisturiser with this. Highly recommended!

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 4.5/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you checked out or tried the new Maybelline White Super Fresh Compact Powder yet?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

L’Oreal Paris Mat Magique Compact Powder Review, Swatches, FOTD

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L’Oreal Paris Mat Magique Compact Powder Review, Swatches, FOTD

Hi guys,

L’Oreal Paris India is on a roll and launching a lot of new products, the latest being the Mat Magique Compact Powder. Just 2 months ago they launched the Infallible range which had the Infallible 24H Powder Foundation too. And now a new range of compact powders 😀 Well, we are not complaining 😉

What the Company claims: With 5 shades, specially created to suit Indian skin tones, Mat Magique compact blends smoothly into your skin to give an impeccable coverage without looking cakey. At a special price point of just Rs. 399, L’Oréal Paris Mat Magique compact is easy to apply and frees you from touch ups, every time you decide to go out. The new compact from L’Oréal Paris is also enriched with SPF 34 PA+++ to help protect your skin from the sun and make it look blemish free, healthy and radiant all day long.

INNOVATIONS & INGREDIENTS
Mat Magique compact – It’s the Matte that does it all! Infused with Volcanic Perlite Minerals Mat Magique compact lets you stay shine-free, worry-free, and flawless for 12 hours.

MRP: Rs.399/- for 6g

Ingredients:

Shades Available: 5

  • G1 Vanilla Ivory
  • G2 Golden Ivory
  • G7 Golden Amber
  • N2 Nude Vanilla
  • N6 Nude Honey

More details HERE

I have the shades G2 Golden Ivory and N6 Nude Honey which are like the closest match for me, G7 Golden Amber is the darkest shade and N2 Nude Vanilla is the lightest.

At first, I love the transparent and pink round packaging, it looks pretty on your table or in your bag too. The bottom base is also transparent and you have the mirror and a round, white thick sponge in the lower compartment. Now the mirror being in the lower compartment and the product on upper, it would be a bit of a struggle to take the sponge and go up and down again and again. Outside India, it had a rectangular packaging with sponge and powder on each side and mirror on the front.

L- Golden Ivory, R- Nude Honey

I am glad that the shades are all warm and suitable for Indian skin tones! Most of the products including the previous Infallible 24H Powder Foundation were a bit light and gave a strong whitish cast. Thankfully, these ones match Indian skin tones perfectly and do not look white or ghastly at all.

L- Golden Ivory, R- Nude Honey

And SPF34 PA+++ is the highest protection I have seen in a compact powder yet! Kudos to L’Oreal Paris for adding in such high sun protection factor.

Coming to the coverage and staying power, it gives light to medium coverage which is perfect for daily use. It stays on for quite a few hours and absorbs oil and shine for almost 5-6 hours and keeps it at bay, thanks to the Volcanic Perlite Minerals. Post 5-6 hours, you notice a bit of shine but not too much, just a touch up with this and you are again sorted for few hours.

It is not very powdery or not too drying, but it is not creamy either. If you have dry patches on your face and you use this compact without using a moisturiser, then it will cling to the dry patches. But in a hour or two, it won’t feel dry coz it balances with the skin’s natural oils.

The price point of Rs.399/- is amazing!! Absolutely happy with L’Oreal Paris to keep the price low, it is one of their rare 2-3 products that are priced below Rs.500/- 😀

And coming to the shades, I have Golden Ivory and Nude Honey. Golden Ivory is slightly light for me and Nude Honey is slightly dark. But these powders oxidize a little bit during the day and hence Golden Ivory settles to match my skin.

Here are the swatches..

L- Golden Ivory, R- Nude Honey

I am wearing Golden Ivory here.

Wearing Golden Ivory

Overall, I am very happy with these compact powders. They have everything you could ask for in a compact from coverage to staying powder to keeping oil at bay to sun protection to the perfect shades and price. Highly recommend them! And they would work for all skin types.

Rating:

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

Overall rating: 4/5

Have you tried the new L’Oreal Paris Mat Magique All In One Transforming Powders?

Revlon Nearly Naked Makeup & Pressed Powder Review,Swatches,Demo

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Revlon Nearly Naked Makeup & Pressed Powder Review,Swatches,Demo

Revlon recently launched their Nearly Naked Makeup range in Mumbai last month where got to see the products and try them first hand and also we learnt a few things about the ingredients, etc and the celebrity Makeup Artist Bianca Harkopf told us more about the foundation and how she uses it. I have been using the foundation and powder since some time and here are my two cents on it.

Revlon Nearly Naked Makeup

What the Company claims: The ultimate lightweight makeup! Formulated with weightless pigments, this refreshingly light formula melts right in creating a fresh, even complexion. Works in harmony with your skin to cover flaws and perfect tone and texture.

Key features:
Naturally flawless complexion
Creates a fresh, even look and covers flaws
Blends seamlessly with buildable coverage for a natural finish
SPF20
Has green tea, black tea, oatmeal and jojoba oil

MRP: Rs.750/- for 30ml

Shades Available: 3

  • Shell- For light skin tones
  • Fresh Beige- For medium skin tones
  • True Beige- For darker skin tones

I have also recorded a video talking about both the Foundation and Powder and also has a demo.

Revlon Nearly Naked Makeup i.e. the Liquid Foundation comes in a square glass bottle packaging with a white cap, and unfortunately, without a pump. So one has to dispense the product directly from the bottle and it gets very messy and unhygienic and also leads to wastage of product. The glass bottle is also not travel friendly.

It is neither too thick nor too runny and blends easily on the skin. It gives a dewy finish and coverage wise it gives light to medium coverage. As the range goes ‘Nearly Naked’, it is true to its name and gives a nice, even , dewy skin and lets the skin breathe without clogging the pores but yet smoothens out the pores. It is ‘My Skin But Better’ kind of finish.

It stays for about 7-8 hours easily but I need to powder the T-zone and oily skin will need 1-2 touch ups with powder through the day. I love dewy finish and usually skip powders, so I absolutely love the finish of this. If you have heavy dark circles or acne scars, you will need to cover those with a separate concealer.

I have the shades Shell and Fresh Beige here. Fresh Beige is a good match for me.

L: Shell, R: Fresh Beige

I have used only the foundation here in this Before – After pic

Before – After

It has SPF 20, which is an added benefit if you are indoors or forgot using your sunscreen, though SPF 20 is not enough and does not replace your sunscreen. Even though this foundation has SPF, it photographs really well and does not give a whitish cast in pictures. Also it does not oxidize much, but does adjust to your skin tone in some time.

I even skipped the moisturizer and my skin did not feel dry at all, it is quite hydrating. It would work for all skin types with a little touch up for oily skin. Overall, it is perfect for everyday use for light to medium coverage. It is priced very economically and would last quite some time.

Rating:

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

Overall rating: 4/5

Revlon Nearly Naked Pressed Powder

What the Company claims: Makeup so refreshingly light it melts right in, creating a fresh, even look. Our pressed powder blends so seamlessly with such a lightweight feel, you may forget you’re wearing any makeup at all.

• Evens skin tone
• Non-cakey formula provides a shine-free finish
• Available in 3 shades for varying skin tones

MRP: Rs.725/- for 8g

Shades Available: 3

  • Fair
  • Medium
  • Medium Deep

Revlon Nearly Naked Pressed Powder comes in a long, rectangular white packaging. It has a see through round plastic on top where one can see the powder which will not be a very pretty sight once it is half used :/ It has a small rectangular mirror on one side and a tiny rectangular puff on the powder side.

I am not very happy with the packaging, not at all travel friendly and the tiny puff is impossible to use on the entire face unless you spend a lot of time. The classic, round packaging would have still been better!

L- R: Fair, Medium Deep

The texture of this powder is what compensates the packaging. It is soft as butter and super creamy, it does not feel like a powder at all. You will not even get the usual stray powder when you dip a brush in it as it on the creamier side unlike other dry powders.

The coverage is quite light but it does even out the skin tone and mattify the skin. It also smoothens the pores and gives the face a polished look, which is seen in very few powders. My Inglot AMC Pressed Powder was one such creamy powder.

L: Medium Deep, R: Fair

I prefer using a brush as it takes forever with this tiny sponge. I have the shades Fair and Medium Deep. I thought Medium would be a better match for me and Fair will be very light. But since the coverage is not very high, Fair did work well and it did not look very light. I am going to try using the Medium Deep for contouring, would let you know how it works.

At Rs.725/-, this one is priced slightly higher but the quantity and quality is quite good. I would have definitely preferred better packaging though.

Overall I would say if you are looking for a daily use pressed powder but which is not drying and gives a nice, creamy finish and evens out the skin tone or something to set your makeup, you should check the Revlon Nearly Naked Pressed Powder.

To sum it up, I am very happy with both the Foundation and the Powder, only not happy with the packaging and less number of shades. I would say go and try it out at the store and find your perfect match. If you are medium skin toned, then both the Powder and Foundation in Medium & Fresh Beige respectively would work for you.

Rating:

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

Overall rating: 3.75/5

What do you think about the Revlon Nearly Naked Range?

L’Oreal Paris Infallible 24H Powder Foundation Review,Swatches,Demo

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L’Oreal Paris Infallible 24H Powder Foundation Review,Swatches,Demo

What the Company claims: L’Oréal  Paris  Infallible  Reno  Liquid  & Powder  Foundation  give  you:

-­‐  Velvety  matte  finish
-­‐  Non-drying  texture
-­‐  Optimal  coverage
-­‐  24H  flawless  wear
-­‐  Shine  Control

Left: 160 Sand Beige, Right- 225 Beige

Shades Available: 4

MRP: Rs.1250/-

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 base
225 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?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

Lakmé introduces Lakmé Absolute Face Stylist

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Lakmé introduces Lakmé Absolute Face Stylist

A base make-up range that is like your second skin

Now look your gorgeous best as you step out this festive season with absolutely flawless face makeup. Getting the base right is the most important and yet the most tricky part of makeup. Every woman is on the lookout for the perfect base makeup- one that feels like her second skin.

Making face make-up a simpler yet foolproof experience, Lakmé launches Lakmé Absolute Face Stylist – a high performance professional face make-up range that includes Lakmé Absolute Face Stylist Concealer, Lakmé Absolute Face Stylist Foundation, Lakmé Absolute Face Stylist Compact and Lakmé Absolute Face Stylist Blush Duos. The new, break through and innovative combination of ingredients in each product promises professional results with every application.

The Lakme Absolute Face Stylist Foundation is constituted to spread evenly and when applied gives you a flawless base for the rest of your make up. It has a sensorial gel-cream texture that gives an even and weightless skin-like coverage. It comes in 6 different shades ideal for Indian skin: Ivory Fair, Rose Fair, Golden Medium, Golden Light, Beige Honey, Almond Honey.

Price: Rs. 1200/-

The Lakme Absolute Face Stylist Concealer is a unique offering from Lakmé cosmetics, to ensure clever and unrecognizable coverage of every blemish, including uneven skin and under-eye dark circles. The superior blendability and weightless finish of this liquid concealer makes it a must have in your base make-up kit. The Lakme Absolute Face Stylist Concealer comes in three shades: Fair, Medium, Honey.

Price: Rs. 900/-

The Lakme Absolute Face Stylist Compact comes in a vibrant small package to ensure a soft and weightless finish. The neat compressed packaging works as a perfect addition to your purse when you need to renew your ‘second skin’ just before an evening out. The Lakme Absolute Face Stylist Compact complements the Foundation and comes in matching shades of Ivory Fair, Rose Fair, Golden Medium, Golden Light, Beige Honey, Almond Honey. 

Price: Rs. 1000/-

Lakmé Absolute Face Stylist Blush Duos: Just what you need to contour your cheeks for natural looking radiance and a healthy glow. This luminous and silky powder formulation gives you an impeccable color payoff and a perfect intense finish. Lakmé Absolute Face Blush Duos is available in four beautiful shades of pink:  Coral Blush, Pink Blush, Peach Blush and Rose Blush.


Price: Rs. 750/-

I know the prices are all equal to high end range..I hope the products live upto their claims..

What are you most interested in trying ?

Elle 18 Makeup Range Review, Swatches, FOTD

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Elle 18 Makeup Range Review, Swatches, FOTD

I had mentioned about the all new Elle 18 Makeup range HERE. Today I am doing a short review and look with the new Elle 18 range..

The Glow Foundation 

An every-day silky delicate texture foundation with SPF 8 and fragments of a gentle moisturizer that blends into your  skin to give a bright radiant finish and is available in 4 shades. The glow foundation is your instant beauty fix right before your class presentation, college fest or even a simple party in the evening. 

Price: Rs. 150 (30 ml) Shades: Pearl, Coral, Marble and Shell

The foundation comes in a tube packaging..its easy to use and carry along..and blends really well..the coverage is sheer though..more like a tinted moisturiser..I got the shade Shell which is slightly yellow and darker for me..but on blending, it did not look dark or yellow..I think its pretty good for daily use..and at 150 bucks, I am not complaining.

Rating: 3.5/5

The Glow Compact 

The Matte Compact is slim and easy to carry and it smoothens and moisturizes the skin at the same time protecting it from pollution. Whether it’s a party you are excited to go to or the college fest you want to be part of, the Glow Compact gives you that extra ‘oomph’ to dazzle everyone with your radiance. 

Price: Rs. 150 (9 gm) Shades: Pearl, Coral, Marble and Shell

I think this is the highlight if this range..the compact comes with a mirror and powder puff..and 9g is super huge qty and at a humble price of Rs.150/- ! It is silky, smooth in texture and keeps the skin matte. I got the shade Marble which suits me perfectly..and covers up for the slightly darker foundation when layered..I did highly recommend this ! Does not pinch your pockets at all and does its job amazingly well.

Rating: 4.5/5

The Juicy Lip Balm 

A lip balm is the quintessential beauty must have for the young woman of today.  The Elle 18 Juicy Balm is a non-sticky balm with Vitamin E, Olive, oil and Jojoba oil to ensure nourishing, soft and smooth lips.  The juicy lip balm is the perfect combination of colour and care to ensure you have lip smacking pouts always. 

Price: Rs. 110 (9 ml) Shades: Pink, Red, Mauve, Berry, Beige and Peach 

I got the shade Juicy Berry..it comes in a tube packaging with a slanted applicator..Juicy Berry is a nice coral pink shade..it comes up sheer..but does moisturise the lips well..good for some color and moisturisation in winters..since its in liquid form, it makes the lips look all luscious and juicy..I only wish it was a little more pigmented.


Rating: 3.75/5

The Elle 18 Colour Pop Liner 

Four new exciting shades have been added to the Colour Pop range to ensure that you never face a dull day in college. Brighten your eyes with these magnificent tones and wink your way to an A on your next assignment. 

Price: Rs. 75 (5 ml) Shades: Green, Brown, Grey and Blue

It comes in a small round glass bottle..just like the nail paints and eyeliner..which they have previously too. The bristles of the brush are not even and that makes application a little difficult..and its quiet sheer and needs a lot of layering for it to show up properly..pretty ok..good for someone who wants to try different colored liquid liners on a budget !


Rating: 3/5

Here are all the four products together..

I did a look with them..and I am quite surprised by the outcome..coz it looked pretty good..this can also be a look using only 5 products..I used the above four Elle 18 products and just some kohl on the waterline..thats it..

I love how the range is super affordable..and perfect for college going girls ! Beauty on a budget ? Check out Elle 18..I am sure you would love some of these..

I hope you liked the look..and do let me know which Elle 18 product is your favorite ? I think I would go with the compact, followed by the Lip balm..what about you ?

P.S: PR Samples. Honest Review.

Maybelline Dream Matte Powder Review, Swatches

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Maybelline Dream Matte Powder Review, Swatches
What the Company claims:
BEAUTIFUL MATTE PERFECTION
AIR-SOFT FEEL
MATTE FINISH

Why You’ll Love It

• Formula is jet-milled into ultra-fine particles for an air-soft, ultra-silky texture
• The suede-touch puff smoothes onto skin evenly, effortlessly, for the most beautiful matte perfection

For Best Results
Apply Dream Matte® Powder to your forehead, nose, cheeks, and chin with the provided puff using gentle downward strokes. Build coverage gradually.

MRP: Rs. 475/- for 9g

Shades Available:

  • Cream Light
  • Sand Medium
  • Beige Medium
  • Honey Medium
It comes in a light brown see through packaging with a slide across lower compartment which has a mirror and stores a puff..amazingly designed..it sure deserves the most well thought of compact powder title..
The powder is very finely milled and super soft..it blends into the skin easily..and does not look cakey or any obvious effect..the puff is different..made of sponge..and picks up the right qty and goes over well on the face..but it gives light coverage.
As claimed, it actually is mattifying..it gives a completely matte look..and is a boon for oily skinned girls..I generally use it on my T zone..
The shade Sand Medium is a perfect match for me..
Pros:
1. Amazingly designed..this is perfect to carry along anywhere.
2. Super finely milled powder..blends well
3. Gives a completely matte finish.
4. Four shades to choose from.
5. 9g is a lot of quantity.
Cons:
1. Dry skin may find it too matte.
Overall I would highly recommend this to oily skinned girls..this is the answer to your prayers :p For dry skinned, do check it out at the counters first..I am combination..and I use it mostly on my T zone and for touch ups and love it..
Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried the Maybelline Dream Matte Powder ?

Maybelline New York launches the new Clear Glow Pressed Powder

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Maybelline New York launches the new Clear Glow Pressed Powder


Now Brighten, Whiten and Mattify… All in One!

Maybelline New York Presents Clear Glow Fairness Compact Powder

Maybelline New York, the #1 makeup brand in the world is always looking to create innovative and accessible products for the girl on- the- go!

In line with this mission, Maybelline New York launches the Clear Glow All in One Fairness Compact Powder. One powder that has the power to do it all!

The exclusive Pro Vitamin C formula, visibly brightens and whitens the skin, illuminates the skins appearance, and reveals a healthy fair glow.

The unique blend of sebum and water repellant powder keeps the sticky shine away giving a perfectly matte look all day. Clear Glow Compact Powder has an ultra fine light weight texture that blends easily giving optimum coverage to erase spot appearance for smooth, even skin.

The product lives up to its all in one claim by also preventing skin darkening. High UVA and UVB protection with SPF 26 PA++, helps defend from skin darkening and appearance of spots.

The formula is lightweight, oil free, dermatologist tested, allergy tested, non comedogenic making it suitable for everyday use.

This compact-size product comes in a trendy pink case with a built in mirror and its own sponge applicator that can be used both wet and dry depending on the level of coverage required. The packaging is very sleek which makes it apt for touch-ups on the go!

Clear Glow Compact Powder is available in 5 shades.

MRP: Rs.175

Availability: All MNY counters across the country

For more information call on toll free number: 1800 22 3000

Maybelline New York is the #1 color cosmetics brand in the world at mass, available in over 118 countries. Maybelline New York combines technologically advanced formulations with on-trend expertise to create accessible cosmetics with a spirited style. For more information, log onto www.maybelline.co.in or find us on www.facebook.com/sensationalmaybelline

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Street Wear All Day Wear Compact Review

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Street Wear All Day Wear Compact Blush Matte Review



What the Company claims: Street Wear All Day Wear Compact is oil-free compact that gives a flawless finish to your base makeup. It provides even skin tone and lightens the skin. You will get a smooth perfect finish.

MRP: Rs. 195/- for 10g (Price was Rs. 165/- before)

Shades available:

  • Blush Matte
  • Honey Matte
  • Natural Matte
Key Ingredients: Nylon 12, Mineral Oil, Lanolin Alcohol, Titanium Dioxide

Lakme Perfect Radiance costs Rs. 150/- for 8g. So comparatively they are almost the same..

It comes in a dark blue round packaging with a mirror and a sponge..they have changed the packaging now to a square one. I have not seen the new packaging personally..but this packaging was not at all sturdy..I had dropped it once accidentally and now I have two parts of it 😀

I have the shade Blush Matte..which matches my skin tone well. Its not powdery or the type that flies away every time one uses a powder brush. In fact I use a powder brush most of the times. Its packed well and quite densely..I am using it from more than a year..and still I am not able to finish it off :/

It provides a matte finish as claimed and keeps skin oil free for 4-5 hours..it never feels dry or does not give dry patches on the skin..or make it look cakey.

Pros:

1. Quite like the medium coverage it gives..evens out skin tone and covers redness or spots decently well.
2. Has Titanium Dioxide..which acts as a sunscreen.
3. Good enough quantity.
4. Decently priced for the quantity.
5. Shades would suit the Indian skin tones well.
6. Does not give dry patches or cakey look.

Cons:

1. Street Wear is not easily available.
2. Only the Key Ingredients are mentioned.
3. This packaging is not sturdy enough.
4. Contains Mineral Oil..which might not be suitable for some..

Overall I do like it..the coverage it gives and the finish is good enough for me..and suitable for daily use..I would say its worth trying.

Rating:

Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 3.5/5

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

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FYI: Do you know the correct way to use a pressed powder is not to run the sponge along..but to dab it on the face and roll a little in small circular movements.

Living Nature Luminous Pressed Powder Review

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Living Nature Luminous Pressed Powder Review

About Living Nature: Our products and brand are inspired by the remarkable healing properties of New Zealand’s native plants. The nature in New Zealand is truly remarkable with over 80 million years of complete geographic isolation. 85% of New Zealand’s native plants are not found anywhere else in the world and the bio-activity of some of these ancient species is truly amazing. Harakeke Flax Gel is nature’s super hydrator, Totarol a super anti-oxidant and antimicrobial, Active Manuka Honey is nature’s miracle skin healer, Manuka Oil is a powerful skin protector, and these are just a few of our unique Hero ingredients from New Zealand.

Living Nature’s Statement:

We are determined to bring you the purest and most natural skincare possible, and give you the following promises:
No Synthetic Preservatives
No ingredients we consider potentially harmful
No Mineral Oils
No Irradiated Ingredients
No Herbicide or Pesticide Residues
No Genetically Modified Ingredients
No Animal Ingredients
No Animal Testing
Always Use High Quantities of Bioactive Ingredients
Only Use Recyclable, Reusable, Reduced Packaging

Living Nature Cosmetics

We have searched the planet for ingredients that give you iridescent colours to enhance and promote natural beauty.

Living Nature’s extensive cosmetic range nourishes and cares for your skin with ingredients such as Avocado Oil, with its essential fatty acids and vitamin D; Macadamia Oil, to nourish your skin; and Manuka Honey. None of our products are tested on animals and our planet-friendly approach to packaging, means you can wear our beautiful products knowing that not only are they good for your skin but good for the environment too.

Lorraine Downes, New Zealand’s only ever Miss Universe is the Brand Ambassador of Living Nature.

About the Luminous Pressed Powder

What the Company claims: Natural minerals combine to make this powder reflective and refractive, adding a soft luminous glow to your complexion. Use as the finishing touch after foundation or tinted moisturiser, or alone for soft natural colour. Beautifully presented in our classic aluminium compact.

Powders appear darker in the pan than on the complexion so choose a shade darker than you would normally wear.

To use: wear alone or over foundation or tinted moisturiser. Apply a light covering over face with Living Nature face brush. Use powder puff applicator for touch ups when required.

For all skin types.

Ingredients INCI:

Talc (CI 77718), Mica (CI 77019), Squalane, Titanium dioxide (CI 77891), Zea mays (corn) starch, Zinc stearate, Olea europea (olive) fruit oil, Hydrated silica, Iron oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Simmondsia chinensis (jojoba) seed oil**, Sorbic acid, Tocopherol acetate (vitamin E), Glycerin soja (soybean) oil **Certified organic

MRP: US$ 37.00 / 14g

Shades Available: Light,Medium and Deep

I have the Medium shade of this luminous pressed powder. It comes in a Black aluminium case with mirror and sponge applicator and is refillable..Now if I have to end this review in two words I would say it is THE BEST. Period.

I read reviews when I had not tried it, where people said its better and they prefer it over their MAC MSFN..I was like ya then it should be something. It evens out the skin tone, gives light to medium coverage and gives that perfect luminous glow to the skin. It does not make the face look cakey at all or give that too matte effect.

See the little shimmer..but looks fab on the face

MAC MSFN also has fine shimmer particles that give that glow. MAC is priced at Rs. 1350/- for 10g of product and this is a little more expensive but then it has 14g of product and is also made of better and natural ingredients. It never broke me out. I did read reviews of MAC MSF on makeupalley and many of them said it broke them out..probably coz of the tons of ingredients it had.

Pros:

1. Awesome packaging..love that black case with a huge wide mirror and the design on the powder.
2. Gives light to medium coverage and evens out the skin.
3. It does give that luminous glow to the face true to its claim.
4. Has natural organic ingredients..now I would love natural ingredients in cosmetics.
5. Does not test on animals and recyclable packaging for all products.
6. Works equally well for touch ups with the sponge.
7. Perfect to carry..you would not need a separate mirror when carrying this as its quite wide.
8. Even though it has very fine shimmer it does not show up on the face and gives a pretty nice glow.
9. 14g is going to last real long.
10. It never broke me out.

Cons:

1. Sponge becomes quite dirty and cleaning that would be difficult.
2. Not available easily. Though you can buy it online here..they have a standard shipping of 10.00 US$ for how much ever products you buy. So if you buy only one product that would be a little expensive.
3. A little expensive but this is totally worth it.
4. Only 3 shades to choose from.

Overall I am in love with this !! Which you people must have guessed by now :p

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 4.25/5

Would I buy it again: Yes I would surely get the refill !

Sorry for the long review but I had to tell how awesome this product is..

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