Play Secret Santa with Maybelline New York India- Maybelline InstaGlam Box
Since Christmas is almost round the corner, Maybelline New York is introducing the InstaGlam Box. It’s a special edition make-up box with a twist. The InstaGlam Box contains a variety of Maybelline’s hottest products,in a single box. The products being : Cheeky Glow Blush, Color Sensational Moisture Extreme Lipstick, Color Show Nail Color,Hyperglossy Runway POP Liner, Hyper Curl Volume Express Mascara and our all-time favourite Colossal Kajal. The box is available in 3 different shade combinations, i.e Red, Pink and Coral.
The lipsticks can be of any color from the red, pink , coral family..Blush any out of the 3, Hyperglossy liner any out of the two and nail paint is red, pink and coral.
This Limited Edition InstaGlam Box worth Rs.1250/- is going to be available on all leading e-commerce portals at just Rs. 1000/-. I really love this idea..its a perfect gift for anyone..and the box is quite nice too..with that christmas tree look..and the whole red color..plus all 6 products at a discounted price..at a price of 1000 where you get only one MAC lipstick, here you are getting 6 products..I think any girl (your girlfriend/wife/fiancee/bff if you are a guy) you gift such a box to, would be extremely happy..as it covers almost everything..
What the Company claims: 96% of girls in India desire shiny hair. However daily stresses like harsh sunlight and excessive pollution may rob the hair of essential shine and moisture, leaving it dull and limp. Sunsilk Radiant Shine shampoo and conditioner combines the nourishing qualities of five oils which have beneficial effects on hair – Argon, Jojoba, Camellia, Almond and Olive. The dual effects of oiling and washing softens the hair texture not just from the outside, but ensures that hair receives nourishment at periodic intervals. The light oils permeate up to three layers deep and give hair a natural sheen that stays as the day progresses. So you can show off your shine that stays on and on!
Expert Tip for Shiny Hair: Vitamin E is vital for luscious shiny locks. It is found in foods such as avocadoes, berries and nuts. Blowdry your hair inside out and work your way up from tips to the scalp. Always use a heat protector spray before heat styling your hair. Make sure you up your iron intake in your diet.
Shampoo & Conditioner
Shampoo Ingredients:
Conditioner Ingredients:
MRP: Rs.110/- for 180ml, Rs.189/- for 340ml
It comes in a off white and golden bottle..shampoo in the trademark Sunsilk packaging with the slanted cap..and conditioner in a tube packaging..
Shampoo is light yellow in color with very minute shiny shimmer..has an amazing smell !
The shampoo foams really well..in one wash, hair is thoroughly cleansed..and feels smooth and with minimum tangles..
Conditioner is very creamy yellow in color and smells amazing too..and does make hair softer..
I loved it..it actually makes hair smooth and shiny..not mirror like shine obviously..I hope no one was expecting that 😀 But, definitely a nice healthy sheen.
Pros:
1. Shampoo and Conditioner both smell amazing.
2. Makes hair softer and smoother.
3. Gives a nice healthy sheen to the hair.
4. Economical.
5. Easily available.
6. Creamy conditioner hydrates the hair well..they do not feel dry as with some conditioners..
7. Both shampoo and conditioner have Argon, Jojoba, Camellia, Almond and Olive oils.
Cons:
1. Has SLS and SLES.
I know its not exactly something that would control your dandruff or hair fall, but its not even claiming that..no cons for me except for sulphates..coz it works amazingly well..currently my HG ! Highly recommended.
Rating:
Quality: 4.5/5
Value for money: 4.5/5
Availability: 4.5/5
Overall Rating: 4.5/5
Would I buy it again: Yes !
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What the Company claims: Lakmé CC stands for Complexion Care cream. It combines the goodness of your daily skin cream with just the right touch of make-up to give you that perfect look in just a few minutes.
Its skin care benefits include sun protection (SPF 20), moisturizing, brightening and freshness while its make-up benefits are an even skin tone and basic coverage.
MRP: Rs.250/- for 30g
Shades Available: Beige and Bronze
How to use:
Ingredients:
It comes in a nice attractive gold and pink tube packaging..and it can be seen and felt that the quantity is good enough too..it does not squeeze inside the cap and is very much travel friendly.
It has a light floral smell..and one needs only a pea sized amount of this..and the coverage it provides is pretty good..much better than other tinted moisturisers in the market..I would say more than Maybelline, Revlon and Garnier BB and almost equal to the Ponds and L’oreal BB..here I compared them all 😀
Its not that moisturising..and tends to give a matte look..oily skinned beauties would love this..I feel a need to use a separate moisturiser..if I don’t, it clings to dry patches.
And the shade Beige is a little lighter for me..in this pic below I have used Beige..Bronze is slightly darker for me..I really feel there should have been one more mid shade in between the two and that would have worked perfectly for me..Beige would suit NC 30-35 and Bronze would suit NC 40-42. The mid people should have been thought of..are you listening Lakme ??
Pros:
1. Lovely packaging.
2. Economical.
3. Pretty good coverage.
4. A good enough quantity.
5. Gives a semi matte finish..great for oily skinned girls.
6. Stays for 5-6 hours after which a slight touch up is needed.
7. Has SPF 20..though not much..but little added protection.
Cons:
1. Cannot skip a moisturiser..clings to dry patches.
2. Beige is lighter and Bronze is darker..a mid shade is surely required !
Overall I would say its pretty good..and a boon for girls with oily skin…I guess Bronze would be a shade high in demand..and would suit most of the girls..a perfect daily use CC cream to your rescue. Recommended !
Rating:
Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 4/5
Overall Rating: 3.75/5
Would I buy it again: Yes..I think I will have to mix Beige and Bronze and use :p I wish they come up with a mid shade, though I doubt that :/
Have you tried the Lakme CC Cream ? Your thoughts ?
Headrush Marketing Which Represents some of the leading beauty brands, brings to India two new revolutionary nail products from OPI, Which are available at all Juice Salons & Nailbars: OPI Nail Envy and OPI Chip Skip, both of these that guarantee your glamorous nails last even longer!
OPI Nail Envy This is the perfect basecoat for me, and my favorite That I have used so far. This does not even take into account the repute Also it is an awesome nail strengthener, ridge filler and surface smoother, plus it has a pretty, shiny finish.
Best Use – Basecoat and Nail Treatment Description – Nail strengthener or hardener, intended to “Provide maximum strengthening with hydrolyzed wheat protein and calcium for harder, stronger, natural nails! Ideal for weak, damaged nails. ”
Formula – Medium That consistency is super easy to work with and spreads out easily and evenly over the nail bed Color – Clear, shiny finish like shown in the picture above. NOT true to bottle. OPI Also makes a matte version.
Dry Time – 5 minutes to none-tacky/15 minutes to dry (one coat)
Durability – Lasts a long time, just two coats alone will stay on without chipping longer than 7 days. However, if you follow the directions and keep layering it on, Should not you notice any chipping or wear.
Price: Rs 1355
OPI’s Chip Skip
This is a product that you would use in addition to a base coat, not instead of it. It works by Dehydrating the surface of your nails, absorbing any surface moisture or surface oils. By Eliminating That layer of moisture or oil, it really lets your nail polish adhere to your nails and stops your nail polish from chipping easily. The consistency is liquid, as runny as water, but it dries instantly, you can watch it do this within seconds.
All you do is paint it onto your nails, you do not even need to be careful with application as there is nothing to clean up, and then straight away you can apply your favorite base coat.
Price: Rs 1036
Available at leading salons and beauty stores. Also available at Salons Juice:-Khar: 26045317, Colaba: 22151109, Vashi: 67934581, Santacruz: 26480079, Pune Marriott Hotel: 65003936.
IMBB (Indian Makeup and Beauty Blog) Review About IMBB: Started in 2009 as just a makeup blog, makeupandbeauty.com (a.k.a. IMBB) has today grown into an international makeup, beauty and fashion community. Running three powerful blogs successfully- in India, Dubai and Philippines;- makeupandbeauty.com is already the biggest women’s women focussed blog on the internet with more than 700 writers writing on it.
The founders- Rati and Sanjeev own and manage the blogs with help from Jomol (Chief Editor), Neha (Editor) and and other like minded counterparts in Dubai and Philippines. They also manage a fashion blog (handled by Rati herself) and fitness blog (handled by Nidhi), both of which offer quality content to readers. They are a source of inspiration to many.(PS: I am one of them.) I love that every new latest launch gets covered quickly on the blog..and they are constantly innovating with new ideas and things..and do not let boredom creep in, on the blog. I like the fact that anyone with a pen (or for that matter, a keyboard) gets an opportunity to write and review products. However, the resulting decline in the quality of posts would have been avoided. My humble suggestion would be to tighten the quality filter for third party reviewers. I first discovered IMBB in 2010 and ever since have been following the blog, have commented, interacted and seen them expand and grow. Its quite commendable and their hard work shows. They go out of their way to cover brands and swatches..Kudos to Rati, Sanjeev & team for pulling off such a commendable feat. Managing a blog since 3 years, I can vouch for the hard work that goes in. I have even met Rati at the recent TRESemme event and she is a very warm and sweet person. I would love to meet Sanjeev too once.
One must have stumbled upon IMBB more than once if they have ever googled anything related to makeup or beauty. I am happy to have got a chance to express my opinion about IMBB. P.S: Sponsored Review. Honest Opinion.
About the site: Addons.co.in is all about your desire for heavenly accessories. As recovering fashion-addicts, we absolutely know what you’ll love and want to wear before you step out every day! We have scoured high and low, closely followed fashion and trudged across places, just to find the best pieces for you.
For the first time under one single roof, Addons brings together an amazing range of high quality Men’s and Women’s accessories. It offers a unique retail experience that is unseen in India. Mens’s accessories include an exhaustive selection of bags, belts, bow ties, cufflinks, boxer shorts and lots more. Similarly, our women’s line brings together everything from handbags, fashion jewellery, belts, scarves, eye wear and hair accessories like hair bands, clips and much more. Gorgeous colors, smart cuts and marvelously flattering pieces are up for sale but not before they undergo an intense scrutiny process. Each piece is carefully selected, ensuring it meets our standards of quality and aesthetics.
Known for its exquisite and extensive collection, Addons will cater to all your needs. Visit us for some uplifting online retail therapy and make the perfect style statement.
Are you jewellery shopping online for a trendy yet classic, intimate yet a bold look? Addons has everything a modern goddess needs. Say hello to some really avant-garde jewellery designs. Buy accessories online with an array of options to choose from. The collection defines effortless chic and fuses convenience and glamour. The bold designs, the intricate work, the Bollywood touches and the east-west compilations we must say, the jewellery collection is everything with a touch of modernity and evening glamour. We have styles and designs for all. There are accessories for girls, women and age old beauties. Online fashion jewellery shopping was never so easy and fun!
I shopped for accessories again from Addons.co.in…Check out my previous experience and haul HERE
This time I got 2 pairs of earrings and 2 bracelets..
They have launched their all new Bling Collection ! Do check that out..I get so tempted by all the accessories and the bags and shoes on the site !!
New Maybelline 12H Colossal Kajal Review, Swatches
I had reviewed the Maybelline Colossal Kajal previously HERE. Now they have relaunched it in a darker and more long staying form..the previous one claimed 6 hours of wear and this one claims 12 hours..
Read on to know how it fares..
What the Company claims:
MRP: Rs.175/- for 0.35g
The packaging is the same..the same yellow swivel up mechanical pencil. Its nice, rich black and easy to apply..does not tug or pull.
Thats the whole qty
I did not like the previous one much..as it did not stay longer on my watery eyes..in fact no kohl stays longer than 2-3 hours on me..
But but this one did ! For almost 5-6 hours which is a very good thing considering my watery eyes. But it does smudge a little more than the previous one..that did not spread around giving raccoon eyes..this one does at times..
Here is the swatch..
L: Swatch R: After smudging
And on eyes..
Before, After
Pros:
1. Its nice dark black.
2. Glides on nicely..no tugging or pulling.
3. Reasonably priced.
4. Stays for 5-6 hours on my watery eyes ! Thats a long time for me 😀
5. It does not go away completely leaving your eyes bare..and there is always a hint of it till the time you remove it.
6. Does not smear much..the swatch did not budge from the hand.
Cons:
1. Claim of 12 hours..I am not really sure about.
2. No Ingredients mentioned.
3. Does give raccoon eyes at times..especially when eyes watery.
Rating:
Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 4/5
Overall Rating: 3.75/5
Would I buy it again: Yes..I am pretty impressed by the staying power of this..much better than the previous one..
Have you tried the new 12 hour Maybelline Colossal Kajal ?
Maybelline Colorsensational High Shine Gloss 120 Plum Luster Review, Swatches
I had mentioned about theMaybelline Colorsensational High Shine Gloss launch HERE. I have also reviewed Gleaming Grenadine HERE
What the Company claims : What the Company claims: Maybelline’s Color Sensational High Shine Gloss is the perfect product to add a pop of shine and color to your lips this summer. With its wax free formula, the product gives you a crystal clear base that provides the purest colour and an untouched shine that is never hazy or muddy. The lip gloss is comfortable on the lips and contours them beautifully without any difficulty. If you’re not at ease wearing a gloss because they are sticky, the sassy Shine in Maybelline’s Color Sensational High Shine Gloss will give you many reasons to wear one.
Don’t just go for it because we’re telling you! Buy it because you will love it! • More Vibrant Color from pure liquid pigments • Cleaner Shine from Maybelline’s 100% wax-free gloss • Creamier feel from nourishing honey nectar • Go gutsy with 8 arresting shades • Easily contours around lips
For Best Results Step 1: Use the wand to apply starting in the center of your upper lip Step 2: Work from the center to outer edges of your lips, following the contour Step 3: Then glide across the entire bottom lip
Get desirous for stunning colours embellishing your lips because the Maybelline Color Sensational Shine Glosses what you want to wear when you pout this summer!
Plum Luster is a deep pigmented plum shade with silver shimmer..its more pigmented and opaque than Gleaming Grenadine which was a red without shimmer..
Here is it on me..
Pros: 1. Super glossy and shiny. 2. Quiet pigmented. 3. Non Sticky. 4. Economically priced. 5. Travel friendly. 6. A mix of shimmer and non shimmer shades. 7. Stays well for a gloss. 8. Creamy and moisturising. Cons: 1. I would like more shades..esp non shimmer. Check out the review of Gleaming Grenadine HERE Overall I quiet like these..and these are easily available, well priced with good pigmentation and high shine as claimed..I have one non shimmer and one shimmer shade..would review that too..I like the non shimmer more..and would have loved more of those shades in this range. I am trying the Mirrored Mauve next.. Rating: Quality: 4/5 Value for money: 4/5 Availability: 4/5 Overall Rating: 4/5 Would I buy it again: Yes Have you tried the Maybelline Colorsensational High Shine Gloss ? Which is your favorite ?
The Body Shop Color Crush Eyeshadows Brownie & Clyde, Moonlight Kiss Review, Swatches I had mentioned about my The Body Shop Haul HERE..I am reviewing those two color crush eye shadows today.What the Company claims: An intensely pigmented, eye-shadow with a silky-soft texture. It’s easy to blend and great for building layers of colour. Dermatalogically and Ophthalmologically tested. Suitable for contact lens wearers.
Intense colour
Matte finish
Silky-soft texture
Available in 11 shades.
Use wet or dry
Shades Available: Berry Cheeky, Berry Cute, Blackcurrent Affair, Blue Over You, Moonlight Kiss, Brownie & Clyde, Sugar Glaze, Sand by Me, Chat-Up-Lime, Caramel Flirt, Boyfriend Jeans
MRP: Rs.695/- for 1.5g
This comes in a small single pan plastic packaging..but its quite sturdy and clicks shut…the eyeshadow pan can always be depotted if you wish to..
225 Brownie & Clyde is a pearl finish taupe brown..a perfect everyday neutral shade..you can wear to work..and add some smokiness or smudge a kohl beneath for turning it to a night look..
015 Moonlight Kiss is a perfect matte black..super duper pigmented..and stays for hours..no fall outs, no creasing..
Why a perfect matte black eye shadow is an absolute necessity in your makeup kit ?
For black smokey eyes ofcourse
For any smokey eyes..to intensify the smokiness in the outer corners.
To be used as a liner…with a slanted angular brush
To set your kohl and make it stay all day..just use a cotton bud and dip into your matte black eyeshadow and layer the kohl with it..this would absorb the moisture and kohl stays longer.
For easy soft smokey eyes, just smudge some kohl and a matte black eyeshadow lightly.
These are silky smoothin texture andsuper duper pigmented..especially the Moonlight Kiss..do not crease and stay put whole day !
Here are the swatches..
Pros:
1.Super smooth texture.
2. Amazing pigmentation.
3. Does not crease or fade.
4. Stays put whole day.
5. Available in 11 shades.
6. Can be used both wet and dry..and more rich when used wet.
Cons:
1. A little expensive but if I compare them to MAC..these are quite affordable.
Overall I love these..both these shades are my absolute favorites..Sugar Glaze and Caramel Flirt are pretty too..I love taupes so chose Brownie & Clyde..a good everyday neutral and a rich matte black eyeshadow every girl should have and I found my black ! Highly recommend these..Moonlight Kiss is much better in terms of texture and pigmentation compared to MAC Carbon eyeshadow..and both are 1.5g.
Rating:
Quality: 4.5/5
Value for money: 3.75/5
Availability: 4/5
Overall Rating: 4/5
Would I buy it again : Yes Have you tried The Body Shop Color Crush Eyeshadows ?
The Mumbai Bride Diaries: Engagement Outfit & Places to Shop For Bridal Wear in Mumbai
Really sorry for the delay in starting this series..Phew..you can see the amount of stuff I have compiled and much more to come..I promise 😀 I hope you all would like this series..and it turns out helpful for many of you..
So here is my first post..starting with the outfit..I checked out almost 6-7 shops all over Mumbai..the most famous ones..but saw the same blingy stuff all over..I would stop the salesmen at the start when they even tried showing those stuff.. ‘Please bhaiya ye nahi’..the bling was blinding my eyes 😀
Places to check out for Bridal Shopping in Mumbai :
1. Seasons– There is Seasons at Inorbit Mall and at Kemps Corner and a new Seasons+ at Santacruz (W). They have some amazing stuff especially saris…but do not fall for the pictures..those Russian models look super fab in their outfits coz they have a body to kill for 😀
2. Roop Milan, Marine Lines: They specialise in saris..all kinds..fabric Tissue, Satin, Banarasi, Net, Crepe, Cotton, Chiffon, Silk, Georgette and have all kinds of work Ikat, Chikan, Paithani, Tangail, Kashmiri, Chanderi, Maheshwari, Baluchari, Kanjeevaram, Printed, Sequence, Zardozi, Mirror, Embroidery, Kundan, etc
3. Amarsons, Bandra (W): Its a lane before Red Box Cafe..they have quite a good range of designs..and nice lehengas and suits.
4. Kala Niketan, Marine Lines & Juhu: They have a good collection of saris..your silk stuff..from Benarasi to South Silks, cotton, bandhini to the dressier ones..all kinds
5. Pramanik, Dadar (E)– From your lehengas to chaniya cholis, to suits, sarees, anarkalis..printed, silk, zardozi, parsi work, chikan kari, sequin, gotta pattis, you would get all kinds of things here.
6. Queens Emporium, Marine Lines (E) : A good collection..they have pretty good lehengas..and not the usual blingy stuff.
7. Bawree, Malad (W) & Santacruz (W): There are many stores in Malad (W)…there is Shagun and Bawree which are like 2-3 floors huge and have an own building to themselves..you may find good stuff there..I have been there but saw more of bling and was too tired to explore..but ya worth a check.
8. Roop Kala, Vile Parle (W): Mostly has saris but also lehengas and other stuff..good to check out..
9. Kanji Raichand, Bhuleshwar: This place is a must check ! You get all designer’s first copy here ! Coz many designers get their work done from the artisans they have..and so they have exact copies..Abu Jani & Sandeep Khosla pieces are always found. But you need a reference there..they do not entertain first time customers.
10. Jamnadas Khatri, Bhuleshwar: Our Gujrati bridal saris called ‘khomba’ or ‘Gharchoda’ and even the white ‘Panetar’ are all bought from only this shop, if in Mumbai !
11. Ratansi Khairaj, Bhuleshwar: Pure gold brocade saris are best found here..its their speciality..raw silk and pure gold work on saris..called ‘selas’. One of my sari which we wear in the morning puja before the wedding called ‘Gruh Shaanti’, is going to be a ‘sela‘ from RK. But, you will have to take an appointment before going. Their sarees start from 10-15K.
12. Chamee & Palak, Vile Parle: They even have a facebook page..you can check out their designs HERE..I really liked their stuff..amazing color combos and designs..lace,floral, motifs, fab work..they even customise outfits according to you..but slightly on the higher side.
13. JADE by Monica & Karishma, Pedder Road: If you have a good enough budget, I would highly recommend Jade..but their starting range is from Rs.90,000- 1,00,000 and goes higher..check out their facebook page HERE
If you looking for designer wear, there are Ritu Kumar and Tarun Tahiliani stores at Bandra, Archana Kohchar and Tarun Tahiliani’s Kimaya Fashions at Juhu, Neeta Lulla at Santacruz (W) and Aza Fashions (multi designer..yes the one you see in Band Bajaa Bride on NDTV Good Times) at Cumbala Hill…and many designer stores at Palladium Mall, Phoenix, Lower Parel.
And finally from where I got my outfit…
14. Aishwarya Design Studio, Irla, Vile Parle : Its right opposite Alfa-3. They had some very good stuff and at affordable rates..finally I saw something different from the regular bling stuff…they even had Sabyasachi sari copies and the 3 piece lehengas with a corset and jacket..I liked one of that but was a little too heavy and I wanted a lighter outfit.
My sari: I am not someone who would spend a bomb on an outfit..especially bridal wear and stuff..which we do not end up wearing much..hardly 2-3 times..and I also did not want a conventional sari or suit for my engagement..something different..I did try a 3 piece jacket,corset, lehenga but was not too comfy in it..finally I found this lehenga sari..it has a lehenga like base and has no pleats..but is worn normally as a sari..the base is shaded blue, green and pink in shimmer fabric..and has gold work panels on it..a thick border having blue Parsi velvet work, gotta pati and a pearl lace and a pink rounded border at the end with gold thread work. The blouse was pink vertical striped brocade..My designer and I decided to add blue net sleeves as I wanted it to be 3/4th..and the border on the sleeves..she also had thought of doing gold sequin small buttas on the sleeves but I skipped it coz I liked it this way. My sari costed me 10K.
I think I covered mostly all..I did try to..you can add in your inputs too..do let me know if I missed out anything..
If you still have any doubts or need any help, shoot me an email to info@newlove-makeup.com and I would be ready to help..I hope you liked my compilation..do let me know in the comments below..
Update:
15. Prakash Sarees, Ghatkopar East: I just came across this store recently..and lovee it..some super amazing sarees and such pretty color combinations…from net to prints to embroidery..gota patti in maximum sarees with rich colors..definitely must visit !
16. Tulsi Sarees, Thane : I have not personally been there yet..but many of my friends have for their sarees from here..we wear a white saree with detailed work along with our gharchoda for the wedding..called ‘Panetar’. And Tulsi Sarees has good panetars..and one friend also bought her reception saree from here..worth a dekko. Its at Shop No 11 , Rutu Business Park, Behind Vrindvan Society Bus Stop, Rutu Park Service Road, Thane West.
Would update you with more places as and when I find them..
