This time around I planned my OOTD keeping my new orange bag and my favourite black studded pumps in focus. I have hardly accessorized.
The top has dull gold thread and pearl detailing on the neck, so I skipped a neck piece and went for simple pearl Aldo studs.
I only wore a Daniel Wellington watch, so the full focus is on my bright bright orange bag and the lovely shoes.
This crocodile print bag is exactly the same as the one I have in black and you guys have seen in most of my OOTD’s and which I absolutely love. (I had shared it HERE as a part of my wishlist.)
And the new Dune London black studded pumps are also my latest love. (Just look at them! I can adore them forever) Dune London has a store in Palladium in Mumbai for those who are interested.
I also added this beige light drawstring trench, which is perfect for fall/winter and places like Mumbai where it is not too cold.
Loving my skin these days! I have absolutely no makeup/base on the face except my Ruby Woo 😀
Outfit Details:
Top: HERE
Bag: HERE
Denims: Forever 21
Shoes: Dune London
Watch: Daniel Wellington
Trench: HERE
On lips: MAC Ruby Woo (I think I am obsessed :D)
I hope you liked the outfit. Do let me know in the comments below 🙂
MemeBox Special #34 Whole Grain 2- Review and Unboxing
Hey everyone,
Read about MeMeBox HERE and check out my previous boxes HERE and HERE.
This time they sent me this Whole Grain 2 Box, I had seen a few Whole Grain 1 Boxes and they looked quite interesting. So I immediately checked out what all products does it have, the inquisitive me :p And I loved all 6 and was eager to receive the box and try the stuff out.
Though my box was opened and checked by customs this time around, saw the tapes used for repacking, but thankfully no customs charged! :phew:
About the box: Whole grains are gentle enough for even the most sensitive types of skin, yet powerful enough to buff away dead skin cells and encourage surface cell turnover! Whole grains will leave skin feeling silky soft, smooth and glowing. Rich in vitamins A and E, whole grains are full of antioxidants that promote cell respiration and also stimulate the production of anti-inflammatory compounds, slowing down the aging process.
Product Description: Made from galactomyces extracts, black yeast extracts, and snail filtrate extracts, this emulsion works to replenish and tighten up the skin for a more elastic and lively complexion overall
How To Use: After toner application, apply an adequate amount of the emulsion evenly over your face and pat it in for full absorbance.
I am not really a fan of whitening and lightening creams and soaps, I don’t really believe in them. This one claims to even out skin tone, help fade scars and brighten skin. Maybe I would try, not sure, lets see.
Product Description: Makeup can only hide. Don’t just hide – when you can fix with Whitening Cream. Enriched with high concentrates of rice bran extracts, this cream works to even out skin tone and brighten up complexion so you appear more lively and awake. It’ll instantly brighten up the dark spots on your face for a healthier-looking complexion.
More Information:
As a mild cream, giving you a enriched yet smooth feeling, it is made with natural PC (Phosphatidinnyl Cholin) extracted from soybeans and squalene; thus it is very skin-friendly and forms thin PC film on the skin which is the Ideal Moisture System to minimize the loss of skin moisture. It is rich in more than 20 natural cosmetic ingredients and thus it provides plentiful nourishment for skin. It is not stick(y) at all, and has a good skin-friendliness. Thus it can be quickly absorbed deep in to the skin. (With the Nano Enrichment Technology, the active ingredients of cosmetic ingredients are quickly absorbed.) It has high and dual moisturizing capabilities which provide moisture and help prevent moisture loss. Thus it always helps to keep the skin moisturized. It steadily delivers whitening ingredients and anti-wrinkle ingredients to skin by using the patented biological process. Skin lotion, as an emulsion type, is excellent in moisturizing skin and supplying moisture to skin.
Product Description: 100% naturally-derived and hand-made, Young Face’s Natural Soap’s formula is made from mung beans [which are ] highly effective for soothing irritated skin and treating excessive blemishes, freckles and sagging skin. Mung beans are known to be rich in saponine, vitamin, calcium and protein as well.
How To Use: It’s recommended to be use with a bubble net because handmade soaps tend to soften faster.
Seven DIAS Medi Anti-Blemish Serum: $29.00 for 40ml
Product Description: Made from germinating soybean, mung bean, brown rice, barley, sophora root extracts, centella asiatica and pomegranate extracts, the Medi Anti-Blemish Serum has proven to be very effective in soothing, replenishing and treating skin troubles and blemishes for a cleaner, smoother complexion.
Key Ingredients: Fermented grain -5 Complex, AC Control EX07, Sophora extract, Centella asiatica Urban extract, chajeoncho extract, Portulaca Oleracea Extract
Young Face Nu-ruk Natural Mask & Scrub: $5 for 50g
Product Description: Nuruk is a type of kneaded flour used in the fermentation process of making fermented alcohol. The kojic acid created when Nuruk goes though fermentation is highly acknowledged for its moisturizing, brightening and anti-wrinkle effects.
How To Use: Mix a spoonful of Nuruk powder with water, milk, honey, or plain yogurt. After cleansing, spread the mixture evenly over your face, place a gauze over over and apply another layer of the pack. Rest for 10-20 minutes, remove everything and rinse off with warm water. It is most recommended to be used 1-3 times a week and must be stored in a refrigerator.
From Nature e-Choice Wash Oatmeal Body Scrub:$5.00 for 110g
Product Description: Enriched with world-renown superfood – oatmeal and walnut – the Wash Oatmeal Body Scrub is rich in vitamin, lysine, protein, fiber, calcium, tryptophan, and antioxidant components and thus works to gently exfoliate dead skin cells, deep cleanse, and nourish your body all at the same time!
Key Ingredients: Water , Oatmeal, Nut shell
With the box costing $23 and $6.99 shipping, you get a box worth $119 value!! Absolutely recommend it! Some of the products are fabulous.
I like the Oatmeal Body Scrub. Looking forward to try the Young Face soap and powder. Anti- Blemish Serum sounds good too. Would update you guys with the review when I use them.
Use this coupon code to get $5 off- November $5 coupon code on $30 or more (S&H and taxes do not apply): WSROOM and T146FF
Have you tried the MemeBox? Any whole grain skincare ?
Mastering the classic cat eye comes easy with Revlon’s latest innovation in longwear color. Introducing new RevlonColorStay Skinny™ Liquid Liner, an all-day liquid liner with an ultra-fine tip
that delivers intensely pigmented color for the ultimate skinny liner look.
The 0.1 mm applicator tip of ColorStay Skinny™ Liquid Liner provides mistake-proof control allowing you to apply bold, even color with a master hand. Three intensely pigmented shades
enhance eyes with sleek, precise lines for a look that lasts all day.
SHADES: Black Out, Green Spark, Electric Blue
SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICE: Rs 725
Faces Ultime Pro Lip Creme
FACES Cosmetics launches a revolutionary product in the ULTIME PRO range- LIP CRÈME.
Inspired by colors of mesmerizing cocktails, FACES ULTIME PRO LIP CRÈME gives you the color intensity of the lipstick and luster of a gloss. ULTIME PRO LIP CRÈME is an absolutely super soft, smooth and moisturizing lip-gloss that promises one stroke hi shine coverage. Infused with maximum staining pigments the formula gives fully opaque, transfer, bleed & feather resistant lip color that stays put for long hours.
This non-sticky LIP CREME comes with a doe-foot sponge applicator which picks up the right quantity of the product and helps in achieving absolute coverage. It glides effortlessly on the lips and the super light texture gives you lip smacking comfort!!
The bold pigmentation is featured in a variety of high impact shades inspired by the Cocktail flavors. From a wild flirty Fuchsia Sparkler and luscious rouge Bloody Mary to a refreshing juicy Hawaiin Orange intensify your look with the UTLIME PRO LIP CRÈME in any of the vivid cocktail color and cast a magic spell!
How to Use: Wear it alone or over the lipstick to create the look of fuller more voluptuous lips.
Step Out In Style with the All New Pantene Pro-Vitamin Oil
Get the 24 – hour nourishment of the
non-sticky hair oil inspite of staying outdoors!
v The new Pantene Pro-Vitamin Hair Oil instilled
with an almond oil formula which gives your hair 24-hour nourishment
v Its non-sticky nourishing quality infuses the hair with strength and prevents hair fall
Gone are the days when one would refrain from stepping out of the house with the fright of embarrassment caused by oily hair. Pantene, for the first, launches a Pro-Vitamin Hair Oil instilled with an almond oil formula which gives your hair 24-hour nourishment, infusing it with strength and thereby, preventing hair fall. More importantly, its an amalgamation of completely non-sticky and nourishing qualities, making it an ideal oil meant for outdoors – almost like a fashion accessory, you’d love to flaunt without any embarrassment! Apart from the wide gamut of benefits it lends your hair with, the oil is a perfect accomplice for styling, strengthening, nourishing and reaping the benefits of the advanced Pro-V almond oil formula all at the same time.
“Pantene’s Pro-V Hair Oil is not just any ordinary oil that you apply, but one that enhances your look and ups your fashion quotient; Oil that you can step out with because it’s stickiness is barely noticeable,” says face of Pantene, Shilpa Shetty.
The key behind the efficacy of all Pantene products lies in Pro-Vitamin B5, otherwise known as Panthenol, which has remarkable qualities to improve and maintain healthy hair, its strength and elasticity. Studies have revealed that Pro-Vitamins penetrate deep into the cortex of each hair strand. The two ingredients that make-up Pantene’s Pro-Vitamin complex – Panthenol and Panthenyl Ethyl Ether – are carefully coupled in the formulation to restore health and shine from within.
Explains Pantene Hair Expert Coleen Khan, “I personally am of the opinion that oiling is extremely beneficial for your hair but I have seen many girls refrain from oiling due to the stickiness. Almond oil in particular has exceptional benefits! Being a rich source of magnesium it works wonders in preventing hair fall. What’s more, Pantene’s Pro-V oil promises to nourish your hair and prevent the stickiness altogether!”
A recent global study conducted on ageing skin proves that women today are ageing faster than the past generations. Indian dermatologist Dr. Nina Madnani, renowned Consultant in Dermatology and Aesthetic Medicine talks about it here keeping the Indian women skin in picture.
Women today experience skin ageing faster than women in past generations!
Modern women today face a myriad of increasing stresses that not only have an impact on their health and overall well-being, but can take its toll on skin. From physical stress arising from less sleep, an increasing amount of sugar in our diets and rising pollution levels; to emotional and mental stress faced in everyday life; these stresses shift the optimal balance that enables us to look and feel our best.
Rising emotional stress
With the rise of globalization, increasing urbanization and economic pressures, comes an upsurge in stress levels. A recent study conducted by Olay reveals, Emotional stress from work, finance or relationships, have recently been found to have significant physiological effects on skin. The increasing amount of stress faced is so prevalent that an emerging specialty known as psychodermatology, which focuses on the psychological components of what causes skin to look poorly has arisen.
It was found that psychological stress can go as far as to weaken one’s skin barrier function allowing more irritants, allergens and infectious agents to penetrate the skin and cause problems, as well as shortens the molecular countdown mechanism in our cells and may explain how stress causes us to age more quickly.
According to Dr. Nina Madnani P&G Dermatologist says, “A modern day life with its multitude of stresses has a significant role to play in the rapid ageing of the skin. There is a presence of Properdin or factor P which is stress induced and often occurs during anxiety or a stressful situation. Properdin is known to play a role in tissue inflammation which can be caused due to rising levels of stress. Not many people are aware but your stress levels have a direct impact on your skin.
Early signs of aging such as dark circles, dull, blotchy skin with freckles or lentigenes, are evident as early as the late teens and early twenties. Hence skin care as a preventive measure should start in the 20s with products which contain Vit C, anti-inflammatory agents like niacinamide, sunscreens. Products such as Olay total effects include Vitaniacin which is a key ingredient that fights the changing skin needs. Products containing retinol, CoQ10, Alfa-hydroxy acids, etc can be added, followed by peptides, and introduction of procedures. It’s no use waking up in your 40 s and expecting products to work miracles after all the damage is done. Olay Total Effects simple to follow regimen is a one stop solution for women who are constantly on the go without being able to give any time to their skin.”
Changing lifestyles and increased physical stress
On top of mental and emotional stress, the impact of physical stress in the form of UV exposure, cigarette smoke, pollution and poor dietary choices have all long been proven to have a direct biological impact on our skin. And changing lifestyle trends are contributing to an increase in physical stress in modern society.
1. Less sleep
Firstly, the lack of sufficient sleep as a result of an ‘always-on’ culture can affect one’s appearance. A poll conducted in the US found that 95% of respondents use some type of electronics at least a few nights a week in the hour before bed. This ‘always-on’ culture that comes with the proliferation of digital screens in our daily lives has a tangible effect on our bodies: The light exposure has the effect of suppressing melatonin, the hormone which helps promote sleep.
This can result in people getting less sleep than they need. A study in the US found that sleep duration in adults adolescents had decreased by 1-2 hours per night. But how does this affect our appearance and skin? It’s intuitive that sleep deprivation affects our appearance. Studies have shown that sleep-deprived people are in fact perceived as less healthy and less attractive. Further research has revealed sleep deprivation can weaken the skin barrier and slow its ability to renew itself.
Dr. Nina Madnani adds perspective on the research, “Modern lifestyles have deprived women of sleep. The sleep patterns have been altered, further leading to hormonal imbalance. Your skin needs certain amount of sleep because sleep acts as a recovery phase from all the stress during the day. The “pores” on the skin are actually the openings of pilo-sebaceous follicles which self-cleanse. In order to de-stress the skin, there are specialized creams which work at different levels, and need to be in contact with the skin for several hours without being affected with sweating etc. hence at night when the application is done on a cleansed face, the cream serves to be more effective.”
2. More sugar
“A healthy intake of food definitely shows its effects on the skin, but today healthy food has been taken over by food with high glycemic index, genetic modification, and fraught with chemicals. Excessive intake of sugar gives a rise to the insulin in the body which is a direct cause for inflation on the skin,” says Dr. Madnani
Against this backdrop of increasing mental stress and decreasing sleep comes a third phenomenon: an increasing consumption of sugar due to the proliferation of processed foods and beverages. To understand what sugar does to our skin, we need look no further than coffee and the process of caramelization. Coffee beans start off fresh and green, but when heat is applied, they gradually turn brown and take on complex aromas. This is due to the small amounts of sugar present in the coffee beans are being transformed in a chemical process known as glycation.
Glycation also takes place in our skin, although in ways that do not require heat. As a result of the reaction between sugar and the proteins in our skin, Advanced Glycosylation End products (AGEs) are formed. The more sugar is present, the more AGEs are formed. Unlike the flavor enriching process that chefs strive to achieve with food, AGEs are largely unwelcome: They cause our skin to stiffen and even take on a yellowish hue. In other words, glycation is a significant cause of skin ageing.
3. Higher levels of pollution
It is well known that air pollution is a source of free radicals that damage our skin cells and ultimately age our skin. While reports suggest that air pollution in North America and Europe is either declining or leveling out, thanks to stringent government regulations on emissions, emissions in Asia have been climbing steeply, due to its rapid economic growth, and appear to have surpassed the levels in North America and Europe. This rise in air pollution is yet another worrying stressor that can cause signs of ageing to appear earlier than they should.
The quest for youthful skin in an increasingly stressful world
The relationship between stress and skin is clear and while both emotional and physical stress have plagued us since time memorial, increased stressors are not making it any easier to maintain young, healthy looking skin in the 21st century. These stresses can take its toll on women’s skin – by weakening skin’s renewal power, lose its elasticity, or take on an unflattering yellowish hue, ultimately causing it to age more quickly.
In an age where we are fighting an uphill battle for fair and youthful skin, the question that begs is, is your current skincare powerful enough to fight these extra stressors?
Pioneering research on skin aging in Indian women has brought to light new evidence that gives reason to rethink what skin aging looks like, and at what age it may appear. It was revealed that caring for your skin at an early age can make a significant difference in keeping the signs of aging at bay. According to Dr. Nina Madnani, women who took followed an effective skincare regimen at an early age to overcome the effects on the skin due to a hectic lifestyle have significantly less fine lines and wrinkles than women who overlooked their skin amid chaotic schedules. Hence early skincare helps to reduce the signs of aging.
To effectively address skin ageing concerns, women should be aware of not just fine lines and wrinkles, but all 7 signs of ageing which are:
I am 26 and soon would be turning 27 in one and a half month. I think its better to start taking care of your skin and include an anti-ageing regime also in your skincare as soon as possible. These factors stated above are definitely more rampant these days, and were not much of an issue in the previous days. Women are surely ageing faster and I believe prevention is better than cure. In terms of ageing skin, there is no cure as such except for botox or those chemical treatments. I would be including Olay regime in my skincare soon.
Do you guys believe women age faster these days ? What do you do to prevent your skin from ageing ?
All Good Scents EDP Love & Joy,Evoke,Lolette Review
Hey guys,
Today I am reviewing perfumes again, after the recent Estée Lauder Modern Muse, now its time for these babies.
About All Good Scents: Much like musical notes make up a song fragrance notes are necessary to make a perfume. Overall, there are three note scales that when blended together create the perfume’s fragrant accord. All Good Scents has based its LOGO on this pertinent allegory of the perfume world- The Perfume Pyramid.
APPLICATION:
Top Notes: (Within 5 minutes) The initial whiff, the first few seconds of the perfume. The top notes of a fragrance are generally the lightest of all the notes. They are recognized immediately upon application of the perfume. Common fragrance top notes include citrus (lemon, orange zest, bergamot), light fruits (grapefruit, berries) and herbs (clary sage, lavender).
Heart Notes: (6 to 8 hours) The heart notes, make an appearance once the top notes evaporate. A perfume’s heart is often a smooth combination of floral or fruit tones. Common fragrance heart notes include geranium, rose, lemongrass, ylang ylang, lavender, neroli and jasmine.
Base Notes: (8+ hours) The base notes are the final fragrance notes that appear once the top & heart notes have evaporated. These often, rich notes linger on the skin for hours after the heart notes have dissipated. Common fragrance base notes include cedar wood, sandalwood, vanilla, amber, patchouli, oak moss and musk.
They have a separate range for men and women. And within men and women, they have a premium EDP Range and the Essentials Range for daily wear.
Today I am reviewing the Premium Range EDP for Women which are Love & Joy, Evoke and Lolette.
About the Premium Range: Exquisitely distilled fragrances from rare blossoms and exotic ingredients. Celebrating the spirit of the Venus in you.
Evoke For the Femme Fatale: Envelop yourself with this sensual fragrance and spice up your evening. Leave a lingering, passionate scent whenever you move. It’s intoxicating yet subtle, powerful yet delicate.
Evoke- passions he never knew existed.
Top Notes: Blackcurrant, Green Notes, Bergamot Heart Notes: Jasmine, Lily Of The Valley, White Flowers Base Notes: Vanilla, Sandalwood, Tonka Beans
MRP: Rs.1200/- for 50ml
Evoke has this squarish golden packaging but with slight curves 😉 Blackcurrant is the strongest among the top notes here when I smell it. Later on its the Lily from the Heart Notes and the faint whiff of vanilla in the Base Note. The top notes are a little heavy for me but I loved the Heart and Base Notes, so this perfume is something I would love after some time of application.
Lolette for the Naughty Lady: Revel in a sensual and dainty aura as you celebrate with this floral bouquet. Enjoy the mischievous sparkle that will follow you, leaving many yearning for more.
Lolette- Tease your naughty, with a spray of our nice.
Top Notes: Coconut, Plum, Apricot Heart Notes: Tuberose, Pimento, Jasmine Sambac Base Notes: Vanilla, Rose, Jacaranda Wood
MRP: Rs.1200/- for 50ml
I loved the royal bluish purple packaging to start with, and the bottle stands tall, unlike those short, round ones. Lolette too has stronger top notes, followed by the same floral heart notes and musky base notes. This again I loved after some time of application.
Love & Joy For the Free Spirit: Indulge yourself in a quaint symphony of flowers. For your blossoming youth and free spirit, celebrate ‘YOU’ with this elegant fragrance. Mixed with soft freshness, eternal youth, and the divine feminine that is YOU.
Love & Joy- celebrate life, celebrate ‘YOU’.
Top Notes: Freesia, Peony, Litchi Heart Notes: Rose, Lily Of The Valley, Magnolia Base Notes: White Musk, Amber, Powdery Notes
MRP: Rs.750/- for 30ml, Rs.1500/- for 75ml
I loved the bright yellow packaging with a butterfly on this. Though the top note has Litchi, this time its more floral and not too fruity. The rose and lily combo in the heart notes are just perfect. And my favourite White Musk and Amber in the base notes. This is my favourite out of the three! Absolutely loved this one. Totally my kinds.
Also, one thing I would like to mention here is, these perfumes stayed 11+ hours on me, which hardly any perfume does! I was amazed by the staying power and loved it.
You can buy these HERE. They also have Free Shipping all over India and one can get a free mini spray using the promo code ‘MINISPRAY’ which would be perfect for travel. Also they have a concept called ScentBox where one can try upto 3 tester samples. You can choose the testers yourself.
SCENTBOX™ allows you to explore & try the very latest fragrance launches from the comfort of your own home or office. For just Rs 55 per tester, each edition comes with 3 fragrance samples for you to test as well as promotional vouchers so you can make some big savings on all the scents featured in the SCENTBOX™.
Absolutely recommend trying this out. Economical and such amazing quality!
Rating: 5/5
Have you checked out the All Good Scents EDP ? Which intrigues you the most ?
Yes only one month left now, to be precise 29 days. I don’t know how and why is time flying 😮
It seems yesterday that 6 months were left or rather 4 months.
Updates:
We got the wedding invitation cards printed and have started with distribution.
I am yet to collect my wedding saree blouse from the designer Gaurang and my morning function saree blouse is yet to be stitched which is with another designer and she is taking ages :/
Have not found an evening gown/maxi dress yet for the DJ. I think I have 1-2 options in mind which I will share with you guys soon and you help me select one.
Got my chooda and bangles for both the morning function and the wedding.
Got a nice bangle box and other random stuff.
We would be shifting to a new place and have zeroed on a house, now would start the painful process of setting up the entire house and shifting the luggage and then settling everything up, which I guess, would go on even after I come back from the honeymoon
Coming to honeymoon, I have’nt started packing anything yet :/
My other 2-3 blouses are still pending to be given for stitching and a few other semi- stitched dresses are also in process (Diwali in between delayed everything)
I have started with the Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred, completed Day 7 of Level 2 today with 2-3 days breaks in between coz of some shopping or something or the other. I have also made some changes in my diet. (If yiu guys want more updates about the fitness and diet, do let me know. I would make a separate post on it)
My dupatta is still pending, I have to search one. One of my bhabhi is a makeup artist, so maybe she has 2-3 options which I am planning to check.
I have to buy a DSLR (zeroed on Nikon D5200)
I won’t be available almost the whole December, so also worried about the blog. I think I am over burdening myself.
I thought I would never stress myself, but actually as days are nearing and so much work pending, its more about have to do this and have to do that, rather than the excitement or nervousness which people are asking me about!
Actually my fiancee (H) got a new job, so this whole new house thing came up last minute in the previous month. We were searching for houses the last whole week. And setting up a whole new place is no joke, along with your wedding preps i.e. :/
I know things will work out well, and we are still on time and have 29 days. I just hope I get the strength and endurance physically and mentally to deal with the whole thing 😀
I think I can go on and on, and should stop now :p What’s up with you guys ?
What the Company claims: Revlon Colorstay Moisture Stain promise the shine of a gloss, moisture of a balm, long wear of a stain, and the opaque coverage of a lipstick.It is a glamorous gloss that contains Vitamin E and Aloe extract that pampers your lips, making it soft and smooth all day. It also gives a non-sticky feeling and easily glides on your lips to a creamy and glossy finish.
Drenches lips in glossy wet color
Ultra-light creamy lipstain with Vitamin E and Aloe
88% of women felt lips were instantly moisturized without stickiness
Shades Available: 8
Parisian Passion
India Intrigue
Barcelona Nights
Shanghai Sizzle
Milan Moment
Miami Fever
Rio Rush
New York Scene
MRP: Rs.675/- for 8ml
To Start with, let me tell you these are not stains, I am not sure why they are named as stains :/ These are more like a pigmented liquid lip balm or a lip lacquer to be precise.
I like the rectangular packaging and the colors outside according to the shades like red or pink. Also the country names, loved them!
The applicator is slanted and small but perfect for application. Its very runny in texture as you can see here in the swatch, so be careful when applying. It gives a wet, glossy, opaque color. Its completely non sticky and very light weight.
I absolutely loved the pigmentation! These are like so pigmented, the most in the lip lacquer category I would say. These stay for around 3 hours without eating or drinking, but if you eat, it would vanish completely 😀 It does not leave any stain. But lips are moisturized and you do not feel the need of a lip balm even in these winters, when using this. They fade away gradually and evenly.
They do get on the teeth though, even after wiping off the excess with your finger in between lips, you would need to do it 2-3 times,since these tend to run on the lips :/ Maybe since its a deeper color.
Shanghai Sizzle is a true warm red, not very bright or in your face. A subtle, wearable orange red.
T- Heavy Swatch, B- Lightly Spread
Here is it on me..
Overall, I would say these are like nice pigmented lip gloss/lip lacquer. Would not call them a lip stain. These are pigmented and glossy, stay for around 3 hours and very very light on the lips. Lips remain moisturized too. At 675 bucks, these are slightly expensive but 8ml is a good quantity. I would love to try Parisian Passion and India Intrigue.
Rating: 3.75/5
Have you tried the New Revlon ColorStay Moisture Stain ? Which shade interests you the most ?
Some of you who follow me on facebook, twitter or Instagram, must have seen few of my Goa pics. I did not upload all, coz I wanted to post them on the blog 😀 So, last month, I am and my friends went to Goa for the weekend. We had guys too, but then 3 of my girlfriends are out of India,so it was just me and two other friends..so we did not mind guys. The more the merrier.
Two days were a little hectic as both days,Friday and Sunday, we hardly slept for half an hour or so as it was early morning 5 am flight. We stayed at Santana Beach Resort in Candolim, Goa which is near to Kingfisher Villa. A very nice place and spacious, clean rooms with good breakfast options. And pretty economical too. Also has a private beach area.I would highly recommend this place, its all connecting to all the beaches. We hired a Mahindra Thar and were roaming around in a Thar! Super experience 😀
Since it was still raining then, water sports were shut. We enjoyed food,clubbing,etc though. On Saturday, we went to LPK- Waterfront and on Sunday, Mambo’s. (The weirdest and funniest crowd I have ever seen in a pub, we could’nt control laughing :D)
My outfit on Day 1..
I was made to the weirdest and most embarrassing tasks like dancing on road, randomly getting up and dancing in a restaurant, take a picture with strangers, take a guy’s autograph and what not.(Ahem!) There was a whole list, of which I successfully completed maximum 😀 I also got :ahem ahem: gifts from my girlfriends.
I was also made to wear a sash and floral tiara one whole day 😀 The sash of ‘Bride To Be’ from the time we landed at Goa.
Of course we had the desserts at Brittos all the time! :yumm: I did not like the vegetarian food at Brittos :/ Cafe Sussegado Souza is one place which I recommend for amazing cocktails,mocktails and yumm food. Infantaria for pastas and pizzas.
BlueBerry Cheese Cake and Chocolate Alpine Mousse at Brittos
We went to Aguda Fort just to while away some time in between.
Vest: Thrifted
Shorts: American Swan
Cape, Sunnies: Romwe
Neckpiece: Shown HERE
Tiara: Gifted
Sling: Clothing-Dropship.com
Flip Flops: Only
I hope you enjoyed the pics 😀 Do let me know in the comments below. There are actually many more clicks which I may time and again share on twitter,facebook and Instagram since I cannot include all here as it would turn out to be too huge a post :p
L’Oreal Professionnel Techni Art Fresh Dust Dry Shampoo Review
What the Company claims: Now refresh and cleanse your hair while you’re on the move! L’Oreal Professionnel Tecni Art Fresh Dust Shampoo is the ideal dry shampoo for hair. The no residue shampoo mildly cleans your hair and scalp while the micro oils help absorb dirt and impurities from hair.
Micro Oils absorb dust and dirt particles to give fresher look to hair.
No residue formula gives your hair proper texture.
Gives a flexible hold to hair.
MRP: Rs.950/- for 150ml
Directions:
1) Shake before use.
2) Spray onto the roots and work in the product evenly.
3) To restore volume spray approximately 20 cm away from hair.
4) Brush your hair to remove any excess product.
So this is the first dry shampoo widely available in India! I had bought the Batiste one from Dubai and still have it. I had never found any in India before. I am glad we finally have a dry shampoo now.
It comes in a simple white can packaging with a cap. I like the fresh smell. We all have been through those bad hair days, 2 days since you washed hair, have to go somewhere but no time to wash hair. It takes me 30-40 minutes to wash my hair. So I have been there a lot of times! Coz I am always pressed for time and late.
Its perfect for 2+ days hair. Absorbs the oils well and hair looks less greasy and smells fresh. Gives some volume too.
But you definitely need to wash your hair the next day once you have used it the previous day. You cannot use it for 2 days continuously since it builds up and then hair looks weighed down.
Its more or less at par with Batiste Dry Shampoo. Dry Shampoos usually work only for a day or so when you are too pressed for time. But never give a washed hair effect. It can somewhat help you on a bad hair day though.
I don’t agree with cleanses your hair and absorbs dirt and impurities claim. No dry shampoo can do that.
Overall, I would say, a girl needs a dry shampoo in her kitty for those emergencies and ‘no time’ days. I won’t suggest using it regularly, it cannot replace your normal shampoo. And I am glad, India has an option now.
The quantity of 150ml is very good. You hardly need few sprays at a time. It would last long too, considering its not used that regularly.
Rating: 3.75/5
Have you tried the L’Oreal Professionnel Techni Art Fresh Dust Dry Shampoo ? or any other dry shampoos ? Which is your favourite ?
Estée Lauder unveils Modern Muse, a new fragrance that is inspired by the intriguing duality of today’s woman and complements every aspect of her dynamic life. This fragrance captures the essence of a Modern Muse with a Lush Floral Woody scent, a true statement in modern luxury that conveys confidence, style and creativity with a modern, youthful attitude.
Be an inspiration. Experience the fragrance that captures your style, your confidence, your creative spirit. An alluring contrast of sparkling florals and sleek, sensual woods.
Two distinctively different accords—Sparkling Jasmine Accord and Sleek Woods Accord—provide an intriguing dual impression. It’s a true innovation in fragrance design, as complex and fascinating as the woman who inspires it.
THE INSPIRATION
Modern Muse was inspired by the complexity of a modern woman, with the same dynamic contrasts as her life and her personality. Her creative energy and magnetic femininity are captured by its multi-faceted, sparkling floralcy. Her sleek style, strength and sensuality by its sleek woods.
Who is a Modern Muse? She’s confident and independent, soft and strong, feminine yet dynamic. Stylish and original, she inspires everyone she meets—without saying a word.
Composed of subtle contrasts and bold contradictions, Modern Muse reveals layers of strength and softness in an appealing creative tension. Its innovative “dual-impression” structure invites women to connect with the fragrance through two contrasting aspects:
Sparkling Jasmine Accord: This facet of the fragrance captures the creative energy and magnetic femininity of a modern woman. Exotic Mandarin and tempting Honeysuckle Nectar send a spark of energy through a youthful sensation of Dewy Petals. Two extractions of Jasmine Sambac, including one new to the perfumery palette, Jasmine Sambac China Absolute, bring luminous texture to the feminine bouquet of rich Tuberose Fleur and Fresh Lily.
Sleek Woods Accord: Her sleek style, strength and sensuality are expressed through this innovative blend of two Patchouli essences wrapped in the creaminess of Madagascar Vanilla, rich Amber Wood and soft Musk – all of which craft an undeniably sensual finish.
MRP: Rs. 7900/- for 100ml & Rs.5900/- for 50ml
To start with, I am in love with the packaging! How beautiful does that bow look!! There is no separate cap and you need to directly spray it. The complete soft pink and gold with a hint of black on the bow looks very classy.
Coming to the scent, I have always loved musky ones. Those warm vanilla, woody, musky kinds. Too floral or fruity is not my taste. When I first smelled this perfume, I was in complete awe of it.
Its the perfect blend of floral and woody. Not too woody and not too floral. It hits the right chord. If you are someone, who does not like too much floral, fruity scents but love the hint of it in between the woody, this is just perfect for you! Highly recommended.
Rating: 4/5
Have you tried the new Estée Lauder Modern Muse Eau De Parfum ?
