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Biotique Eyeshadow Emerald Smoke Review, Swatches, EOTD

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Biotique Eyeshadow Emerald Smoke Review, Swatches, EOTD

What the Company claims: Red carpets and fashions shows are not the only place for bold eyeshadows. Life is more fun with colours, so you should go bright once in a while with this Color Eyeshadow from Biotique. For all those women longing for those smouldering eyes, this Color Eyeshadow will be their apt choice. Once you apply this Emerald Smoke – 30 shade on your eyes, you are sure to get that stunning look. The Biotique Bio Color Eyeshadow is encased in an elegant black compact case which you can carry while travelling. Also, this Color Eyeshadow is gentle to use and will easily glide on your eyes.

Beside adding that ravishing look to your eyes, this Bio Color Eyeshadow will define the shape of your eyes. You are sure to earn a million compliments with this Biotique Eyeshadow. With the presence of the non-toxic formula in this Eyeshadow, you can ensure your eyes to be safe. You can apply this Color Eyeshadow for a party and look impeccable till the end of the party, as this Bio Eyeshadow is an all day wear which will not fade or crease. Additionally, this Biotique Eyeshadow will keep your eyelids soft and supple. Attaining an exclusive eye makeup is made easy with this Color Eyeshadow from Biotique.

Gentle to Use, All Day Wear without Fading or Creasing, Non-toxic, Defines Shape of Eyes, Soft

Directions for Use
Use the sponge applicator and gently apply this Eyeshadow on your eyelids.

MRP: Rs. 270/- for 2.4 g

It comes in a normal round eyeshadow pan packaging..with a flip cap..

I was in love with the shade the moment I saw it..the name ‘Emerald Smoke’ was calling out to me 😀

But…as soon as I touched it.. 😮 Its a creamy eyeshadow..Nowhere did I read thats its cream based..not even in claims or on the pack..so I expected these to be powder eyeshadows..

I still love the color ! :p Emerald Smoke is a deep blackened olive green with golden shimmer..

T: 2 swipes, B: 1 swipe

Its pretty pigmented and buildable..I love how gorgeous it looks..kinda blackened olive green smokey eyes with some golden shimmer shining..

But but..the only and major issue is..it creases within an hour ! It just does’nt stay..and creases badly..how I wish it was powder eyeshadow or stayed longer..

Pros:

1. Gorgeous shade.
2. Easy to use…works with fingers too.
3. Economical.
4. Qty would last long.
5. Travel friendly..the flip cap shuts well.
6. Can be used as an eyeshadow base or gel liner.
7. Claims to be non toxic..

Cons:

1. Creases within an hour !
2. Only available online for now.

Overall I love the shade..but I cannot wear it coz it creases 🙁 I will have to try a very good eye primer like the Too Faced Shadow Insurance with it now..would update if it stays put with that..

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 2.5/5

Would I buy it again : No

Have you tried Biotique Eyeshadows ?

My Small MAC Haul

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My Small MAC Haul

Finally a MAC haul..got some things I had in my wishlist forever..

I got a lipstick, an eyeshadow and a paint pot..

By the way, MAC prices have increased all over..and the SA told me they have increased here too..but I guess they have to change the revised price tags..and hence a few days they would stick to old prices..

I would suggest buy whatever you wish to..now..before the prices increase..

Can you guess which shades I have purchased ?? (Yes I purposely hid them in the pic :p)

Ok..a hint..eyeshadow is frost finish and lipstick is Amplified Creme..

Sleek MakeUP i-Divine Showstoppers Palette Review, Swatches

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Sleek MakeUP i-Divine Showstoppers Limited Edition Palette Review, SwatchesNow this palette was quite a surprise..there was no press release or any info out regarding this palette.

Updated with the press release info..

About: Be the star of the show with Sleek MakeUP’s new SHOWSTOPPERS I-DIVINE! This online exclusive palette features twelve of Sleek MakeUP’s legendary eye shadow shades, each one singled out from Sleek MakeUP’s renowned I-DIVINES, chosen for their supreme pigmentation, bold colour and spectacular finish.

Gone are the days of picking out favourite colours, as SHOWSTOPPERS promises to leave any eye shadow fiend spoilt for choice! With a wide range of shades in 3 different finishes, including five matte shades, six shimmer and one party-perfect sparkle shade!

Only the most flattering of hues feature in SHOWSTOPPERS, including ‘mineral earth’ from AU NATUREL I-DIVINE, ‘Primal Green’ from ME MYSELF&EYE I-DIVINE, ‘Gunmetal’ from GRAPHITE I-DIVINE, and ’Innocence’ from BAD GIRL I-DIVINE. With ultra wearable ‘navy blue’ from BOHEMIAN I-DIVINE, ‘Thunder’ from Ultra Mattes V2, and ‘Festive’ from SPARKLE I-DIVINE, ideal for adding instant glamour to eyes.

Celebrate Sleek MakeUP’s notorious eye shadows, with SHOWSTOPPERS!

It would be available on the Sleek website from 10th April,2013.

MRP: £7.99

When I first saw the names of the shadows, I was kinda surprised..what they have done is..they took one shade from each of their 12 permanent i- Divine palettes..and named them after the palette..

So we have Storm, Paraguaya, Oh So Special, Bad Girl, etc..

Its a standard Sleek MakeUP Palette black packaging..with 12 shadows of 1.1g each and a mirror and a double sided sponge applicator..

Shadows are a mix of matte and satin finish..matte ones being not as pigmented as the satin ones..but the shades sure are amazing..stay on well..and blend smoothly too..

Paraguaya is a matte nude peach..hardly visible..good for blending
Sunset is satin finish burgundy
Me, Myself & Eye is a frost finish white..works great as a highlighter
Bad Girl is satin finish olive green..love this shade..
Noir is satiny bluish grey
Ultramattes V2 is a matte deep black.

Oh So Special is a matte grey..not too pigmented
Bohemian is a matte coral..makes a good blush
Storm is a matte navy blue
Sparkle is frost pink..again a highlighter
Au Natural is a matte deep plum with silver shimmer..its Festive from Sparkle 2 Palette
Graphite is satin finish light milky brown

Overall quite a nice mix of colors..and mix of matte and satin shades..good highlighters and a pretty dark matte black..matte blending shades..and a nice olive green, grey, burgundy, plum and brown..shades which are quite wearable..

Personally for me..I love wearing plums, browns, greys and burgundy, olive greens for weddings, etc..plus a matte black and two highlighters just completes the palette..I am loving every new palette of Sleek MakeUP..but there are a few which are quite suited for our warm skin tones..and quite wearable..this is one of those..I am loving it as much as my Sparkle 2 and Oh So Special 🙂

These are online exclusive and do check online at www.sleekmakeup.com

Launch: April 10th 2013

Stockist: Showstoppers is an online exclusive available on sleekmakeup.com

Which shades did you like ??

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review.

Sleek MakeUP Lagoon Eyeshadow Palette Review, Swatches

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Sleek MakeUP i-Divine Limited Edition Aqua Collection Lagoon Eyeshadow Palette Review, Swatches
Sleek MakeUP is out with their new Spring 2013 collection called Aqua Collection..it consists of LE i-Divine called Lagoon, a blush in Mirrored Pink and a nail set in Deep Waves..you would see a lot of aqua blues and greens in this collection.

It is priced slightly higher at £7.99

It comes in the usual black case packaging with a mirror and 2 sided sponge applicator…the shadows are well pigmented, blend smoothly and stay on for 6-7 hours with a primer…the matte shades are a little drier and shimmery ones have some fall out though.

Sleek MakeUP i- Divine Lagoon boasts of 12 shades that pop on all skin tones..9 shimmer and 3 matte shadows..

Sassea is an aqua blue shade with gold shimmer
Deep Water is a matte grape purple
Reflection is a pale shimmery lilac
Emerald is a light emerald green
Oyster is an off white pearl..makes a good highlight
Black Pearl is deep rich black with some shimmer…gorgeous pigmentation..the best in the palette.

Pink Jewel is a rose pink with gold shimmer..very pretty shade
Sand Dollar is a warm yellow gold
Underworld is again an aqua blue with gold shimmer..but more bluer than Sassea
Sea Shell is a light copper bronze..a good neutral
Night Sky is a matte dirty purple..not that pigmented.
Ariel is a matte coral red..can double up as a pretty blush

Some of the shades are pretty pigmented while some are ok..matte shades are a little drier and less pigmented in comparision to the shimmery ones…overall a good mix of shades..

My favorites are Reflection, Oyster, Black Pearl, Pink Jewel and Sea Shell..yes I love my pinks and neutrals 😀

Aqua Collection launches on 13th March, 2013..in Superdrug stores and online at sleekmakeup.com

Have you checked out the Sleek MakeUP Aqua collection ? Your favorite shades ??

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

Faces I Shine Quartet Eye Shadow Review, Swatches

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Faces Cosmetics I Shine Quad Pink Review, Swatches

What the Company claims: Go creative with these gorgeous shades which are easily blendable. High-quality formula provides crease-free uniform coverage. Vitamin E and almond oil enriched for added nourishment and comfortable wear.

Available in 4 Shades:

Pink
Blue
Green
Purple

MRP : Rs.599/- for 4g

Directions and Ingredients:

I love the round shape of this quads..inspired by Giorgio Armani Beauty Eyes to Kill Eyeshadow Quads 😀 Only difference is the sponge tip applicator in this..in the centre..But the shape surely makes it attractive, easy to carry and they clasp tight..so no breakage issues..

All shadows are frost or satin finish..shimmery but not glittery..they are buttery smooth in texture and blend well..decently pigmented too..stay on for 5-6 hours without a primer..wit minimal creasing.

Shades are:

  • Frosty lavender pink
  • Satiny cranberry pink
  • Satiny pale pink
  • Frosty ivory pink

Dual sided sponge applicator is not of much use though..I did an EOTD with this quad for the Valentine’s look..check it out HERE

Pros:

1. Nicely pigmented.
2. Attractive packaging.
3. Buttery smooth in texture and blends well.
4. Stays on for 5-6 hours.
5. Cranberry pink works with many Indian outfits.

Cons:

1. I think these should have been priced around Rs.450-500/-
2. I wish there were 1-2 matte shades and a beige-ish highlighter too..that would have completed the quad…instead of similar frosty pinks.

Overall I do like these quads.the quality is nice..and they look good and work well too..only if 1-2 shades were replaced..I think I would have liked this quad more..

Do check out the blue one..its quite gorgeous.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again : Maybe the blue..

Have you tried the Faces I Shine Quads ??

Too Faced, Laura Mercier Haul and Victoria’s Secret Gifts

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Too Faced, Laura Mercier Haul and Victoria’s Secret Gifts

Yes I hauled again..I had a cousin coming from US..so ordered a few things from Apothica..

Got Too Faced Bon Bons Palette, Too Faced Beauty Editor Darlings (Industry Insiders’ Top 5 favorites) and Laura Mercier Illuminator Stick in Golden Honey..

Too Faced Bon Bons Palette comes with Lashgasm Mascara, Candlelight shadow insurance and 12 eyeshadows..

Too Faced Beauty Editor Darlings consists of Lashgasm Mascara, Shadow Insurance Primer, Glamour Gloss Lip Gloss, Lip Insurance Lip Primer and Primed and Poreless Face Primer

Laura Mercier Illuminator Stick in Golden Honey Glow

Any my cousin also got Victoria’s Secret Gift Packs for me and my bhabhi 😀

They all smell soo awesomee..

What did you like the most ??

MAC Eyeshadow Romp Review, Swatches

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MAC Eyeshadow Romp Review, Swatches

MAC describes Romp as ‘Chocolate laced with gold’. Its a frost finish..it is discontinued now..

MRP: Rs.720/- for refill, Rs.900/- for single pan

I would say its a medium dark golden brown…and love using it on lids..since it has shimmer, I do not like it on crease…a little deeper matte brown in crease with this on lid looks nice..

It applies smoothly, evenly and goes well with oranges and other deeper brown shades..it makes a nice lid color..

Highly pigmented, smooth textured and blends well.

This shade is quite easy to work with..even for a newbie..and pairs well with Indian wear too.

L: Sunlight R: Indoors

Pros:

1. Highly pigmented.
2. Easy to work with.
3. Blends well.
4. A nice neutral golden brown and works well for all skin tones.
5. Makes a good lid color.
6. Goes well with Indian wear.
7. Satin smooth texture.
8. Stays well for 6-7 hours even without a base.

Cons:

1. Expensive as all MAC is.
2. Discontinued now.

No other cons as such..I love the shade, texture, pigmentation, staying power..and it is one neutral shadow that would look good on all skin tones..and work with Indian wear too. Highly recommended. This also is my first MAC eyeshadow 🙂

Since it is discontinued now, you can check out Tempting which is quite quite similar but is Lustre Finish.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 4.25/5

Would I buy it again: Discontinued..might check out Tempting if required.

Have you tried MAC Romp or Tempting ??

The Body Shop Lily Cole Shimmer Cubes Review, Swatches

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The Body Shop Lily Cole Shimmer Cubes Review, Swatches, EOTD

What the Company claims: A palette of four iridescent eyeshadows to mix and to match. Shimmer Cubes don’t just look amazing – they also blend effortlessly and feel great on the skin. It’s limited edition so don’t miss out. Catch it while you can.

Iridescent
Crease-resistant
Suitable for contact-lens wearers
Ophthalmologically & Dermatologically tested
Limited edition

How to use : Apply to lids and brow bones with an Eyeshadow Brush. For more intense colour, apply with a damp brush.

MRP: Rs.1495/- (4 x 3.5g)

Shades:

Think Pink
Tint it Pink
Go Violet
Live Lilac

They come in a standard Shimmer Cubes packaging of four cubes snuggly fit into one quad..

All are metallic/shimmer finish..these are pigmented enough..especially the darker shades..and glide on well..blend effortlessly..I use only my fingers at times..and can be used both dry and wet..the colors are more intense when used wet.

T-B: Think Pink, Live Lilac, Go Violet, Tint it Pink

Think Pink is a soft romantic pink
Live Lilac is a frosty pastel lilac
Go Violet is a deep violet/plum
Tint it Pink is a pale frosty pink..a good highlighter..

A perfect pink and purple combo of shades..

I did this look only using fingers and it worked great 🙂 Let me know if you would like a tutorial..

Pros:

1. Quite pigmented..esp the Think Pink and Go Violet.
2. Stay on 5-6 hours even without a primer.
3. Since these are all metallic/shimmer finish..they glide on smooth and can be blended easily..
4. Can be used with fingers too.
5. Nice and unique packaging.
6. Pinks and Purples work for most warm skin tones.
7. Can be used both wet and dry..and colors are more intense when used wet.
8. Qty would last quite long.
9. Cruelty Free.

Cons:

1. Expensive.
2. If you prefer only matte shades, this is not for you.

I cannot think of any other cons for this..I love pinks and purples..love how pigmented they are..and stay well..and are so easy to use..that I just use my fingers when in a hurry..Surely recommend this..especially if you love pinks and purples..

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 4/5

Have you tried Body Shop Shimmer Cubes? Your favorite combo ?

Ellis Faas Creamy Eyes 103 Review, Swatches

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Ellis Faas Creamy Eyes 103 Review, Swatches

What the Company claims: Creamy Eyes

Opaque, semi matte eyeshadow with a velvety texture, providing coverage without heaviness. With its quick-drying properties and special blend of flower and coffee extracts, Creamy Eyes provides coverage without heaviness.

 Turn to Creamy Eyes for shaping and contour.

Creamy Eyes E103 – Deep Black

WHAT – The lifting, firming and protecting Creamy Eyes formula glides on like. Even a thin layer of this formula is extremely long-wearing and will stay fixed until taken off with a cleanser.

WHY – Creamy Eyes is ideal for a quick smoky eye, providing sufficient playtime before drying. Creamy Eyes can also be used like a thick pencil.

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS – Para Cress flower extract stimulates natural skin-lifting capabilities. Coffee extract works to increase collagen and elastin production while also increasing natural skin defenses. Extreme wear is delivered through the synthetic filming polymers in volatile oils. The spongy soft mousse-like consistency of the texture is achieved through the innovative siliconic wax and siliconic gel in combination with beeswax.

HOW – Use it like a thick pencil around the eye or in the eyelid crease, or cover the entire eyelid using the built-in ELLIS FAAS Creamy Eyes brush, then fade the edges with the fingertips. For extra drama, experiment with layering multiple colours of Creamy Eyes. Watch the instruction videos!

A “Human Colour” and therefore suitable for each skin tone, age or style.

No scent. No taste. No creasing. No parabens. No animal testing.

Ingredients: Isododecane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Mica, C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone,Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Silica Dimethyl Silyate, Stearyl Dimethicone, Polysilicone-11, Cera Alba, Dicalcium Phosphate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Cetyl Peg/Ppg-10/1 Dimethicone, Hexyl Laurate, Hydrogenated Styrene/Isoprene Copolymer, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate. [+/-] CI77891, CI77491, CI77492, CI77499, CI77007, CI75470, CI77742, CI77510, CI77288, CI77289, CI19140, CI42090.

MRP: Rs. 1950/-

Comes in 14 shades..from browns to greys to golds, bronze, taupes, green, blue..there is something for everyone..

Ellis Faas products come in silver pen packaging with an inbuilt brush for eyes and both brush and sponge for lips..for all pens you get out the product by turning the base of the pen clockwise. I loved the packaging..its quite unique..though at times you get more product out..so it does lead to wastage too..

The first time it does take time..and it needs about 25-30 clicks for the product to come out..and once you see it coming, just one click..better be slow or else too much product would ooze out..

E103 Deep Black is the most darkest, richest, pigmented black I have ever seen !! And boy, does it set once dry..it does’nt budge at all..this would give you the most easiest, quickest, fool proof smokey eyes possible ! The harsh edges can be blended going towards the crease with the fingers for a softer look..or a prominent cat eye shape..it can also be used as a liner..but I would suggest dipping your liner/angular brush into the product and lining..if you are not a fan of thick lines..the same way you can use your eyeshadow brush and build up your smokey eyes slowly..if you want more softer effect..

This does stay put whole day with very minimal fading..but no creasing at all..

Here I have used it all over with some blending towards crease and on the outer half of lower lash line and highlighted the brow bone and inner corners with NYX Jumbo Pencil in Yogurt..your go to 2 minute Smokey Eyes !

Pros:

1. Quite unique and nice packaging.
2. Rich Darkest Black ever seen.
3. Settles to a matte finish and does not budge at all.
4. Very minimal fading at the end of whole day but no creasing.
5. Comes off easily.
6. Can be used as a liner too.
7. Perfect for quick smokey eyes.
8. Works great as a base for all your deep smokey eyes.
9. No animal testing and no parabens.

Cons:

1. Expensive.
2. Available online..you can order it HERE
3. Sometimes excess product comes out and goes waste.

Overall I really love this..and I wish it would have been a little cheaper..I would have loved to own all the shades ! I surely recommend it..particularly this black if you love smokey eyes…coz it can be used in any way..as a liner, as a base, on its own for black smokey eyes..would also recommend E104 Grey Brown, E105 Deep Warm Taupe, E114 Bordeaux Red

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again : Yes..may be E105

Do you love quick smokey eyes ? What do you use for it ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review.

Sleek MakeUP i-Divine Sparkle 2 Review, Swatches

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Sleek MakeUP i-Divine Sparkle 2 Limited Edition Review, Swatches

Sleek MakeUP has come up with their new i-Divine Sparkle 2 for Christmas..and this palette is so apt for Christmas and New Year and the parties..


MRP: £7.99

It comes in a regular Sleek rectangular black packaging with 12 shades..


This palette has 4 shimmers and 8 glitters..the shimmers are metallic finish and quite smooth..there is a gold, silver, bronze, copper..and the rest 8 are matte shades with gold/silver shimmer..


These stay on well 5-6 hours even without a primer..and more so with primer..quite pigmented..the metallic being more pigmented..there is little fall out with the matte shades and they also feel a little dry..but can be cleaned easily..comes with the usual 2 sided sponge applicator which is not of much use..


Shades: First Row




Chocolate Penny– Metallic golden copper..very smooth and quite pigmented
Blue Spruce– Matte Teal with silver shimmer..a little dry
Mulled Wine– Matte Cranberry wine with gold shimmer..more pigmented than blue spruce..
Truffle– Metallic Chocolate Brown..super pigmented and very smooth..Best shade in the palette
Mistletoe– Matte Bottle Green with gold shimmer
Illusion– Matte Deep Aubergine with silver shimmer

Second Row



Festive– Matte Deep Plum with silver shimmer..most pigmented matte with least fall out.
Gold Ribbon– Metallic True Gold..but not so pigmented..needs 2-3 swipes
Glitz & Glamour– Matte Charcoal gray with silver shimmer
Tinsel– Metallic True Silver..quite pigmented.
Twinkle– Matte Navy Blue with silver shimmer..a little dry
Starry Night– Matte Black with silver shimmer..super pigmented !

This palette being perfect for Christmas is co-incidentally also the best combination of metallic and warm shades for our Asian skin tones..and perfect for the wedding season currently 😉 I surely recommend this..its a must have !

Here is an EOTD using Gold Ribbon and Mulled Wine..

My favorite shades are Chocolate Penny, Truffle, Illusion, Festive and Starry Night.

Check out the Glory Palette HERE

Sleek MakeUP’s Christmas collection would be available for limited period only, launching on 5th December in Superdrug stores and online at www.sleekmakeup.com

Which shades did you like ??

P.S: PR Sample.