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Lakmé Absolute White Intense Skin Cover Foundation Review

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Lakmé Absolute White Intense Skin Cover Foundation Review

By Sanchita

INTRODUCTION – I have been hunting for a good drugstore foundation for a long time. A friend of mine suggested me this range and I immediately took the plunge. I was little confused whether to go for this or the illuminating range, but finally settled for this one. I have been using this foundation for the past 3-4months and I am quite happy about it. Read on to know more about the product.

 

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION – A flawless face is now your everyday gift with this one of a kind Lakmé Absolute White Intense Skin Cover Foundation. An ultra-light, water-based, oil-free foundation with Vitamin B3 & SPF 25 guards the skin against harmful rays leaving it visibly fairer, polished & vibrant with 16 hours of complete skin coverage. Say hello to flawless skin –all day, every day!

PRICE – Rs. 700 for 15ml

MY REVIEW

Packaging – Lakme Absolute White Intense Skin Cover Foundation comes in a pump bottle which is dark steel gray in color and with a click shut cap. The foundation has to be taken out through the pump and for travelling, this is one of the most convenient packaging I have seen so far. It is sturdy, light weight and very easy to travel with. However, from the opaque packaging you can’t exactly tell how much product is left behind. Except for this, the packaging feels quite good to me.

Shade – The shade range is slightly disappointing as it has only 6 shades and most of them are suitable to fair to fair-medium. I picked up the shade 03 Golden Medium which was the closest match to my skin tone (I am NC41) and under tone but slightly lighter. I generally mix a darker foundation to make this work for me. I feel the shade range should have more yellow undertone than pinkish or neutral ones.

Texture – The texture of the foundation is medium – neither too runny nor too thick. It feels light weight unlike any other medium consistency foundation. Having said that, the foundation isn’t very hydrating and thus it will work better for oily to combination skin type. You have to make sure that the skin is well prepped and hydrated for the foundation to work better. If you have dry or dead skin, it has the tendency to accumulate and look patchy. The texture makes it slightly time consuming to blend in winters. However, if you are using a moisturizer and primer, the job becomes easier. It has SPF 25. Further, it is enriched with the goodness of Vitamin B3.

Application – I am not very good with brushes and I stick to my YBP Makeup Sponge for foundations. I generally use my fingers to apply the product all over the face and blend everything out with the sponge. I feel the brushes doesn’t give the exact finish I want. Also, use a buffing motion every time with this foundation as dragging the sponge will give you an uneven finish. Also, work quickly as the foundation sets very fast.

Coverage – The coverage of the foundation is medium to buildable. If you try to build up to full coverage, it looks cakey. The coverage is good for a drugstore foundation and evens out the skin really good. It does cover pigmentation and faded marks but for heavy acne scars, it may require color corrector. For events and parties, the coverage is pretty good. If you apply and blend the foundation well, it adds a bright layer to the skin.

Finish – The foundation gives a natural matte finish. It does not make a huge difference if you have open pores but does good job in concealing and smoothing out the skin. I like the fact that this foundation does not settle into lines or pores of the skin. The foundation doesn’t clog the pores or break you out.

Photography and Oxidation – The foundation flashes back and I would not recommend this for photography at all. It great for daytime and normal events but when you are going to be photographed, especially flash photography, I would advised against using this foundation. The foundation never oxidizes on me, which is a good thing.

Staying power – The foundation is long wearing but not exactly 16 hrs, as claimed. It stayed on me for around 6-7 hrs and after that I noticed fading and also the T-zone looked oily. You need touch ups every 5-6 hrs to make the foundation long lasting on the face. The price justified for a drugstore foundation and also it is on discount on most of the sites.

WHAT I LIKED

1. Well designed, sturdy pump packaging.

2. Medium consistency and blends well.

3. Easy to work with texture.

4. Medium to buildable coverage.

5. Even and flawless look.

6. Matte finish.

7. Enriched with Vitamin B3 and has SPF 25.

8. Does not settle into lines or pores of the skin.

9. Doesn’t oxidize.

10. Long wearing, around 6-7hrs.

11. Well priced.

WHAT I DISLIKED

1. Shade range can be better.

2. Flashes back in photographs.

3. Not suitable for dry to very dry skin.

4. Missing ingredient list.

RATING – 4/5

OVERALL – Lakmé Absolute White Intense Skin Cover Foundation is a medium coverage foundation with a soft matte finish, medium consistency and easy to blend. It gives an even, flawless skin and best suitable for normal-oily skin. it doesn’t break out, enriched with SPF 25 and is decently long wearing foundation. However, this doesn’t photograph well.

Have you tried the Lakmé Absolute White Intense Skin Cover Foundation?

New Maybelline Color Sensational Creamy Matte Lipsticks India Review, Swatches

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New Maybelline Color Sensational Creamy Matte Lipsticks India Review, Swatches

Hi guys,

I have two shades from the new Maybelline Color Sensational Creamy Matte Lipsticks and you already saw me using one in the previous Valentine’s Day Tutorial post.

I have been testing these out and here are my thoughts..

Claims: Maybelline New York introduces Color Sensational Creamy Matte Lip Color, a burst of statement-making color meets a surge of creamy texture. Achieve beautiful-looking lips and statement-making color with this supremely sensational matte lipstick. These hydrating lip colors glide smoothly and evenly on lips keeping them moisturized all day long. Now flaunt your pout in bright, vibrant and creamy matte shades for bold impact!

  • Precious oils leave a sensuous finish.
  • Available in 12 gorgeous hues.
  • It is extremely light weight.
  • Does not bleed or set into the lip lines.

Shades Available: 12

  • Faint for Fuchsia
  • Ravishing Rose
  • All Fired Up
  • Nude Nuance
  • Touch of Spice
  • Craving Coral
  • Mesmerizing Magenta
  • Burgundy Blush
  • Siren in Scarlet
  • Vibrant Violet
  • Divine Wine
  • Rich Ruby

MRP: Rs.575/- for 4.2g

To start with, the sheer grey purple case and steel body packaging is quite nice. I always liked the Color Sensational range packaging, they change the outer case color for different ranges.

Although I am not happy with the increase in prices, the Color Sensational range started with Rs.299/- in India and then it increased to 399, 425, 500 and now 575. I feel 575 is a little too steep for Maybelline as we always associate it with affordable prices.

The formula is creamy matte as per the name. It is very comfortable and glides on the lips easily, and gives an opaque finish in two swipes. They are quite moisturizing and feel light weight on the lips.

These are quite pigmented and stay for around 5-6 hours. Since I have both deeper, brighter shades, they definitely stay longer and leave behind a strong tint. I had to finally take them off after 6 hours and scrub my lips well to remove the tint. The lighter nude shades won’t last that long.

These are slightly glossy, and not a flat matte or powder matte finish. Also they do transfer on everything, but don’t go away completely and fade off quite evenly.

I like the fact that they have a good variety of shades, but I still see more of reds. Only two nudes and one violet, would have loved more shades in this range, at least about 20-25.

Faint for Fuchsia is a barbie fuchsia pink. Slightly cool toned but not neonish.

Craving Coral is a bright coral orange.

These swatches are two swipes, I love the pigmentation.

I do recommend the new Maybelline Color Sensational Creamy Matte Lipsticks, I only wish it was priced below Rs.500

I am going to try both the nude shades Nude Nuance and Touch of Spice and also the Vibrant Violet.

They have recently launched the Intimatte Nudes collection in the US and I absolutely love few shades like Raw Chocolate, Beige Babe, etc. I hope they launch that range in India soon!

This Creamy Matte range is available online on Nykaa.

Your favourite shade? Are you going to try the new Maybelline Color Sensational Creamy Matte Lipsticks?

Feelunique Haul : theBalm, Real Techniques, Rimmel

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Feelunique Haul : theBalm, Real Techniques, Rimmel

Hi guys,

I got a few things from Feelunique.com a few months ago. I had filmed this video earlier but if you don’t already know, I have got a fracture recently and hence it took some time to edit, etc.,

About Feelunique: Feelunique is a UK based website which stocks all international brands from Real Techniques, Sleek MakeUP, NYX, Maybelline, Benefit, theBalm, Rimmel London, etc. They have 1000’s of brands under them. They offer free shipping all over the world above £60 and £15 shipping below that. But even if you buy 2-3 items, you can easily cross £60.

Also they have a lot of offers from time to time and free Gifts with Purchases. Only disadvantage I would say is customs and since that is not fixed or cannot be determined, it is a bit of risk.

I got 6 items out of which one item was missing. I paid Rs 950/- customs on rest of the 5 items. Let’s see what all I got..

And the item which went missing was the Maybelline Vivid Matte Liquid Lipstick. I wanted all of these items since a really long time! They were on my wishlist! And I am so glad I got these.

I hope you liked the haul, do let me know in the comments below.

Plum Smokey Eyes for Diwali with L’Oreal Paris Festive Fever

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Plum Smokey Eyes for Diwali with L’Oreal Paris Festive Fever

Hi guys,

I got a few things from the L’Oreal Paris Festive Fever collection. This collection has a range of products apt for the current festive season i.e. Diwali.

I got the Color Riche La Palette Nude in Rose, I think they have this floral design on on eye shadow for this special occasion, coz I haven’t seen in that usual palettes.

The Color Riche Les Ombre Eyeshadow in Midnight Rose, Color Riche Le Smoky Eyeliner Pencil in Black Velour. The eye pencil is amazing! Super creamy, super pigmented, stays long, comes with a smudger behind. Tough competition with my favourites Lakme Absolute Kohl Ultimate and Colorbar Just Smoky Just Black.

Then we have the Lucent Magique Blush in Sunset Glow, Super Liner Gel Intenza in Sapphire Blue. The Gel Intenza Gel liners are my favourites, I have all three shades and highly recommend these to everyone!

The Super Liner Perfect Slim, which I guess is a new launch in India. I love felt tip pen eyeliners and only use those, can’t wait to try this one.

L’Oreal Paris True Match Super Blendable Powder, Volume Million Lashes Mascara which is my favourite! And last but not the least, the Moist Matte Lipstick In Blaze of Red. I love the moist matte formula and they are one of my favourite range in L’Oreal Paris.

I came up with this plum smokey eyes using these products..

I used my L’Oreal Paris Infallible Foundation for the base and set it with the True Match Super Blendable Powder. The Lucent Magique Sunset Glow Blush for the blush and highlight. For my eyes, I used the Le Smoky Pencil in Black first to line my upper lashline and smudged it softly. I used the plum shade all over the lid and the warm light brown in the crease and for blending. I used the soft pink eye shadow in the inner corners and the matte off white shade on my brow bone. I used the Le Smoky Pencil for both waterline and tightlining and smoked the lower lash line with the same plum and brown. Finally finished with the Volume Million Lashes Mascara, two coats on both upper and lower lashes.

Color Riche La Palette Nude in Rose
Lucent Magique Blush Sunset Glow

And the Moist Matte Lipstick in Blaze of Red to end.

I hope you like the look, do let me know your thoughts in the comments below. Also what look are you sporting this Diwali?

P.S.: I wanted to record a video for this look, but my camera battery charger is not working. I have been going crazy in finding a charger as even the authorized service center or dealer do not have it and apparently no one stocks accessories. Kind of weird, but how does one use the camera without the charger. Highly disappointed in Nikon!

Best 10 Face Washes for Acne/Breakout Prone Skin Available in India, Prices, Buy Online

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Best 10 Face Washes for Acne/Breakout Prone Skin Available in India, Prices, Buy Online

By Sanchita

Who doesn’t want a clear acne free skin? Well, Indian weather is mostly tropical and most of the habitable areas are prone of hot and humid conditions. Therefore, the skin breaks out pretty bad. However, if you take good care of the skin and use the skin care products which aims to help the breakout situation, then you can surely keep them at bay. First and foremost, you have to keep the dirt and impurities away to avoid breakouts. We have listed out the best 10 face wash for acne or breakout prone skin available in India and includes both budget friendly and high end options.

1. Clean and Clear Foaming Facial Wash – Price Rs. 110 for 100ml (Buy HERE) (Review HERE)

The Clean and Clear Foaming Facial Wash is one of the popular budget friendly face wash available in India. It comes in a simple transparent bottle with a flip open cap system. The face wash has a gel like light consistency, slightly thick and orangish in color. It foams really well and cleanses the skin without making it dry and parched. It helps in drying out the acne only and keep the skin clean and unclog the pores as well. It has salicylic acid which helps the acne to dry out and leaves skin feeling clean and beautifully clear.

2. Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash – Price Rs. 499 for 175ml (Buy HERE)

Neutrogena is surely one of the trusted brand when it comes to skin care. It has a very convenient packaging and the product is extremely gentle on the skin. It contains Salicylic acid which is known to get rid of acne and prevents future break outs. The removes the layer of oil and dirt from the skin and since it is gel based, it will not dry out the skin. It is also a great one for sensitive skin and dermatologically tested. The skin is healthy and rejuvenated.

3. Himalaya Herbals Purifying Neem Face Wash – Price Rs. 140 for 150ml (Buy HERE) (Review HERE)

Himalaya Herbals Purifying Neem Face Wash is surely one of the popular choice for acne prone skin. It is a soap free face wash filled with herbal ingredients that helps you remove every layer of dirt, oiliness and grime clogged in the pores and prevents the breakouts. It is formulated with neem which is well-known for its anti-bacterial properties, kills problem causing bacteria, and Turmeric effectively controls acne and pimples. It takes some time to show the result so you have to be a little patient with the face wash. Also, it may dry out the skin slightly.

4. NEW Pond’s Pimple Clear Face Wash – Price Rs. 125 for 100g (Buy HERE)

Pond’s has launched the new Pimple Clear  Face comes in a white opaque tube with a suitable flip open cap. It has Thymo-T Essence which works much better on skin in controlling pimples than salicylic acid. It claims to work on acne in flat 3 days! The herbal clay helps in absorbing oil and keeping pores clear.

5. Lotus Herbals Tea Tree and Cinnamon Anti-Acne Oil Control Face Wash – Price Rs. 175 for 120g (Buy HERE)

Lotus Herbals Tea Tree and Cinnamon Anti-Acne Oil Control Face Wash is another great face wash for oily acne prone skin. It has a thick gel consistency with minute beads which are very mild on the skin. It clears out the skin very well, controls oil without drying out the skin at all. The skin feels extremely refreshing. The ingredients are really powerful which as tea tree oil which is anti-microbial, anti-acne, antioxidant, fights skin infection. The cinnamon and oak bark will also help the skin a lot.

6. Garnier Skin Naturals Pure Active Neem and Tulsi Foaming Face Wash – Price Rs. 105 for 100g (Buy HERE)

The Garnier Skin Naturals Pure Active Neem and Tulsi Foaming Face Wash has a transparent bottle with a flip open cap. The face wash has a gel like slight runny consistency which feels mild on the skin. It lathers abundantly and requires a very little amount. It removes every layer of external impurities and provides a clean and refreshed skin. The neem and tulsi is extremely good for oily acne prone skin and makes the skin radiant slightly. The face wash takes slight time though if you have heavy acne formation on skin.

7. The Body Shop Tea Tree Facial Wash – Price Rs. 695 for 250ml (Buy HERE)

This was a God-sent product for my skin and I can’t stop praising it. The face wash comes in a fat bottle which has green colored gel like consistency. It helps to clear out the skin well and removes every layer of dirt, impurities and oiliness. The tea tree formulation is great for acne prone skin and gives a cooling and refreshing skin. It helps to prevent the acne and pimples, controls the oil yet doesn’t dry out the skin and also helps in removing the blemishes. This is one of the most effective and highly recommended face wash for acne prone skin.

8. The Body Shop Seaweed Deep Cleansing Facial Wash – Price Rs. 895 for 125ml (Buy HERE)

Another gem of a product from the house of TBS. this Seaweed Deep Cleansing Facial Wash comes in a tube form with a flip open cap. It has a clear gel like consistency and helps in removing make-up, impurities and excess oil. It also helps in balancing moisture and sebum levels as it cleanses the skin. It is formulated with seaweed that has vitamins and minerals and hydrate the skin without getting oily. It also helps in keeping the acne at bay and gives a healthy matte finish to the skin.

9. La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Foaming Gel Cleanser – Price Rs. 450 for 50ml (Buy HERE)

The La Roche-Posay Effaclar Purifying Foaming Gel Cleanser is best suited for normal to oily or combination skin. It helps in purifying the skin and eliminates impurities and excess sebum while leaving the skin clean and fresh. The product is soap free, alcohol free, colorant free as well as paraben free. It lathers well and works great for sensitive skin as well. Overall, the face wash might be slightly expensive but it is a great one for the acne prone skin.

10. Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser – Price Rs. 397 for 125ml (Buy HERE)

The Cetaphil Oily Skin Cleanser comes in a small travel friendly bottle and has a clear gel like consistency. It foams well and great for oily, combination, or acne prone skin. It helps in removing surface oils, dirt and make-up without leaving the skin dry. It also cleanses the skin and unclogs the pores. The face wash has a neutral formula and also non-comedogenic.

11. Avene Cleanance Gel- Rs.937/- for 200ml (Buy HERE) (Review HERE)

Avene Cleanance Gel’s soapless base cleanses your skin gently and leaves it feeling refreshed. The glyceryl laurate it contains will regulate excess sebum and mattify your skin.

I had to add Avene Cleanance Gel, it is my absolute favourite! Holy Grail. It is fantastic for acne prone skin and one bottle lasts you 3-4 months, so very economical!

Editor’s Note: I have mostly tried all of these and absolutely agree with your list. I had to add Avene, both Avene and Himalaya Purifying Neem are my Holy Grail, something I would come back to always and keep buying my entire life 😀 Must, must try! I also like the Clean & Clear and Neutrogena one. Currently testing the new Pond’s Pimple Clear, it is amazing! I highly recommend the Pond’s one for acne prone skin.

Which is your favourite?

October 2016 Fab Bag Review & Unboxing

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October 2016 Fab Bag Review & Unboxing

Hi guys,

I just got the October Fab Bag and recorded a video, here is the unboxing and a small review..

Read my previous Fab Bag reviews:

MRP: Rs.599/- per month (Buy HERE)

It’s the Festive/Diwali edition and the bag was a metallic gold clutch this time. I like the clutch but I wish the quality was a little better and it was stiffer.

Products I got:

  • CAL Finish Up Compact C02: INR 650
  • Votre Lip Gel Scrub (10g): INR 300
  • Kaya Brightening Serum (5ml): INR 1490 for 30ml
  • Vedaearth Cleansing Facial Oil: INR 350
  • Stay Quirky Nail Polish: INR 165 for 6ml

Total value of the products: INR 1715

I am quite happy with the CAL full sized compact and cleansing oil. Also liked the serum and nail paint, not a fan of the smell of the gel lip scrub, though I would use it. I hope the smell doesn’t bother much.

Overall, pretty decent bag. You can pick any makeup product of your choice, I went with the compact. Recommend this month’s Fab Bag.

Did you get your October Fab Bag? What did you pick?

Faces Ultime Pro Creme Lip Crayon Review, Swatches

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Faces Ultime Pro Creme Lip Crayon Review, Swatches

Hi guys,

Today I am reviewing 6 shades of the new Faces Ultime Pro Creme Lip Crayons, 10 shades are launched in total. They had launched Matte Lip Crayons late last year, read review HERE. Now they have come with the creme version in lip crayons.

Claims: A collection of 10 retractable Crème Lip Crayons that are rich, creamy and moisturizing. The high pigment of these lip crayons will provide a creamy finish that does not dry up the lips. These are long lasting, velvety soft and glides onto the lips, providing them full coverage.

From beautiful nudes to striking reds to shades of pinks and corals & warms oranges there’s a shade for everyone.

MRP: Rs.749/- for 4g

Shades Available:

  • Red Velvet 01
  • Sunset Kiss 02
  • Envy 03
  • Invincible 04
  • Mochalicious 05
  • Sun Dew 06
  • Fantasy 07
  • Cherrypop 08
  • Berry Punch 09
  • Confession 10

It comes in a retractable chubby lip crayon packaging with a transparent plastic cap. Though the pencils are colored according to shades and that makes it convenient, there is no difference between creme and matte as such packaging wise except that the matte ones required sharpening and were not retractable, so if you have used up and sharpened the matte, the difference in size is obvious.

The matte ones were required sharpening and hence came with it’s own sharpener and also the qty was only 2.6g where as these are retractable, so much more convenient plus the qty is 4g

I have the shades 02 Sunset Kiss, 03 Envy, 06 Sun Dew, 07 Fantasy, 08 Cherrypop and 09 Berry Punch. They are easy to use and travel friendly, as they are retractable.

L-R: 02 Sunset Kiss, 03 Envy, 06 Sun Dew, 07 Fantasy, 08 Cherrypop and 09 Berry Punch

Pigmentation wise, these are pretty pigmented for creme lip crayons. Usually for creme ones, I need 2-3 swipes for opaque coverage. All the swatches here are just 1-2 swipes, mostly 1 for darker shades. These are pretty pigmented for creme lip crayons!

Clockwise: 02 Sunset Kiss, 03 Envy, 06 Sun Dew, 07 Fantasy, 08 Cherrypop and 09 Berry Punch

Texture is waxy and not gel like, these are a little thick and feel like lip balm on the lips, also very moisturizing. These are pretty easy to wear even if you have dry, chapped lips like me. As they are very forgiving and do not accentuate dry patches or lines on the lips.

They stay for 2-3 hours and the finish is glossy initially and turns matte later on, with the color also getting a little muted. It won’t survive full meal and is also not transfer proof, you will have to reapply after eating/drinking. But without eating/drinking, it does leave behind a nice stain which stays on for about 3-4 hours.

Coming to the shades..

Sunlight
Indoors

Sunset Kiss is a warm orange shade

Envy is a medium coral

Sun Dew is a light orangey coral

Fantasy is a medium nude pink

Cherrypop is a medium berry pink, the most pigmented of these 6

Berry Punch is a light berry wine

And here are the lip swatches..

Clockwise: 02 Sunset Kiss, 03 Envy, 06 Sun Dew, 07 Fantasy, 08 Cherrypop and 09 Berry Punch

Please excuse my dry lips as my lips are going through a bad, dry phase right now.

My favourites are Fantasy, Cherrypop and Berry Punch. Also Mochalicious is a beautiful shade to check out!

Overall I quite love how comfortable and moisturizing these are. Pretty pigmented too, only thing is these being creme and not matte, are not long staying and need reapplication. I would love more shades in these, more of nudes and pinks.

Have you tried the new Faces Ultime Pro Creme Lip Crayons yet? Which is your favourite?

Indian Makeup Tutorial for College/Work | Drugstore

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Indian Makeup Tutorial for College/Work | Drugstore

Hi guys,

I am doing this simple college/work appropriate makeup look using just 6-7 products. Also all products are drugstore and I have only use one makeup brush.

This look can be done in 5 minutes and is perfect for your everyday college/work.

Products used:

Maybelline Baby Lips Coral Flush
Suncros Sunscreen
Pond’s BB Cream
Lakme Absolute Face Stylist Concealer
Maybelline Fit Me Powder
Maybelline Cheeky Glow Blush Peachy Sweetie
Lakme Eyeconic 22 Hour Kajal
Essence Lash Princess Mascara
L’Oreal Paris Infallible Gloss 110 I Got the Power

That’s it. The blush is optional, you may or may not use it. Also you can go for any base i.e. any BB Cream/tinted moisturiser which works for your skin type and shade. You can also skip the concealer if you don’t have problematic skin or dark circles.

If you have oily skin, make sure you powder and if you have dry skin, you can just carry it along for touch up on T zone later.

I hope you like the look, do let me know your thoughts in the comments below.

Top 15 NYX Products Available in India, Prices

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Top 15 NYX Products Available in India, Prices

By Sanchita

Hello everyone. It’s been a long time I did a top10/12/15 post for a particular brand and this time I am going to do a top 15 for NYX. As we all know that NYX has been officially launched in India and they had a grand opening of  their first store at Shoppers Stop in Bandra, recently in Mumbai. Also, the products are available online on Nykaa and majority of the time, the products are sold off. This is because the brand is immensely popular and the products are worth stealing! In fact, they also have dupes of many high end brands.

Since it is officially available in India so it is the best time to give you all a compilation of the best products. Initially I thought of doing only 10 but I figured out it is literally impossible and thus I ended up with top 15 products. Read on to know more about them.

1. NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream – 600 INR

This is one of the best sellers of NYX and every shade is a matte lover’s dream lip color. As the name suggests, it is a lip cream with doe footed applicator that dries off flat matte without stretching the lips or making you feel uncomfortable. These lip creams have a velvet smooth touch and has a sweet vanilla kind of fragrance. The pigmentation is top notch and lasts long on the lips. You can also layer a gloss or lip balm underneath to make it more hydrating.

2. NYX Liquid Suede Cream Lipstick – 850 INR

Matte lipsticks are a rage right now and every brand is coming up with something. Apart from the Soft Matte Lip Cream, they have the Liquid Suede Cream Lipstick as well. The texture is slightly richer than that of the previous one and the pigmentation is commendable with single swipe as they don’t apply patchy at all. This waterproof product is infused with avocado oil and Vitamin E and thus doesn’t accentuate on fine lines. There some quirky colors like bright purple, black, dark navy colors are there in the collection. They look opaque and dries to matte. Also, the colors are waterproof and long lasting on lips.

3. NYX Intense Butter Gloss – 575 INR

Not everyone loves matte and so NYX has the Intense Butter Gloss which shall be the dream of gloss lovers. The packaging is similar to the Soft Matte Lip Cream. The texture of the product is something between gloss and liquid lipstick and it glides on the lips easily and gives an even finish. The pigmentation ranges from medium to full and it is great when layered on top of a lip liner. It gives a gorgeous shine to the lips and hydrates it for long. The only con is that it transfer, just like any other gloss lip color.

4. NYX Slim Lip Pencil (450 INR) and NYX Slide-On Lip Pencils – 800 INR

NYX has two lip pencils – the slim ones and the Slide-On. The Slim Lip Pencil are insanely famous for the color collection and affordable quality. It glides on the lips like a dream and gives a nice base for lip colors. The Slide-On Lip Pencils are much richer in texture and extremely long lasting on the lips. The pigmentation is also great and helps the lip colors to pop up easily. The colors are slightly restricted in India and I hope they launch all the colors soon.

5. NYX Wonder Pencil – 600 INR

As the name suggests, it is surely a wonder one. The pencil is versatile and can be used in various ways. It is sharpenable and has a smooth texture. You can apply on the water line to make the eyes look bright or to apply in the inner corners and brow bone, use the pencil around the lips to prevent the lip color from bleeding and also to make the lips look fuller. The pencil can also be used to hide minor imperfections on the skin and thus it is surely a must have product for every makeup lover. You can also use it as an eye shadow base as well.

6. NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil – 550 INR

This is another bestseller from the house of NYX. Eyeshadow crayons are becoming a cult product day by day and we couldn’t be gladder when NYX launched this in India. These shadow crayons are soft and smooth in texture and thus glides on the eyes like a dream and also blends very easily. These can be used as eye shadow base or even as eye shadow as well. However, there are only few colors launched in India. The color black bean and milk are the must-have ones in the collection.

7. NYX Tinted Brow Mascara – 600 INR

Brow pencils and brow pomade are fine but what happens when you hardly have the time to shape the brows? You need a brow mascara to swipe over the brow to give a naturally fuller look and also less time consuming. This is available in 4 shades and will definitely suit the Indian skin tones. It is nicely pigmented and fills the gaps well and also tames the brow hair as well. The wand is an excellent one and this is another must have product from the collection. I have been using it for some time and I absolutely love the application.

8. NYX Ultimate Shadow Palette – 1725 INR

An eye shadow palette is a must have product and it feels so good to have all the colors inside a single palette which would save a lot of time and money for us. The Ultimate Shadow Palette comes in 16 shades and has been introduced in 3 variants for your choice. From neutral to smoky and vivid bright color – it has everything to look for. The texture is velvety-rich, nicely pigmented and the finishes is from mattes and satins to shimmers and metallic. Overall, you would love the palette if you are an eye makeup lover.

9. NYX Micro Brow Pencil – 875 INR

This little beauty is the dupe of the much raved Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz. This one has spoolie on one end and the brow pencil on the other end. It can draw the thinnest possible lines and will give you a very precise application. It coats even the finest hairs with color for a natural-looking finish and works great. The shades are good and will suit the Indian skin tones well. The texture is neither too creamy nor pigmented to make you look crazy or very light – but has the right formula. It glides easily and stays long well. The only con is that it is slightly pricey.

10. NYX Vivid Brights Eyeliner – 700 INR

Graphic eyeliners are becoming a statement and what can be better than a vivid bright eyeliner? We are surely done with black and brown for the time being and it’s time to try out the quirky bright eyeliner from NYX. It comes in a slender packaging with only 3 colors that are launched in India for now. The texture is nice and applies evenly with the precise applicator brush. The pigmentation is great, the finish is matte and it also dries down quickly. It is also water proof and extremely long lasting.

11. NYX Slide On Eye Pencil – 825 INR

The NYX Slide On Eye Pencil has a sharpenable body with soft and creamy texture that glides on the eyes like a dream, without tugging and pulling. The formula is great to work with and doesn’t smear or smudge and delivers powerful, saturated color. The finish is satin-matte and also very long lasting on the eyes. It will not irritate the eyes and also remain water proof and smudge proof.

12. NYX Conceal, Correct, Contour Palette – 1325 INR

The NYX Conceal, Correct, Contour Palette is the ultimate one to make you base makeup on point. It is available in various shades and a close dupe of MAC Pro Conceal and Correct Palette. It has 6 shades each in a palette and the palettes ranges from light to deep with a colored corrector one as well. They are light weight and creamy and blends on the skin easily. You can use it in a number of ways and does not cake up on the skin at all. The price is also very economical for 6shades.

13. NYX Born To Glow Liquid Illuminator – 850 INR

The Born To Glow Liquid Illuminator is another amazing product from NYX and it gives such a radiant touch to the skin. it is available in 4 shades and has a tube packaging. The formula is light weight, almost like gel cream and glides and blends with fingers as well. They do not accentuates to dry skin and provides a detailed illuminate look for every occasion. It also acts as a primer and lasts long on the skin without feeling greasy at all. It is a nice dupe for many strobe creams in the market.

14. NYX HD Finishing Powder – 825 INR

A translucent finishing powder can transform your whole look and NYX HD Finishing Powder is the perfect dupe. The formula is fine milled and it helps to soften the appearance of fine lines and pores. The silky powder gives a light weight feel and it is great for baking the concealer as well. It doesn’t leave behind whitish cast and an excellent one for photographs. It sets the makeup very well and never accentuates the fine lines. Also, the little jar will last you a long time.

15. NYX Long Lasting Makeup Setting Spray Matte Finish – 825 INR

A finishing spray ensures that your makeup will last the whole day and just won’t melt down. It forms a protective film on the makeup, great for oily skin and sets the makeup to matte without being cakey or dry at all. it is a great product for waterproof or mineral based makeup on skin and the effect lasts for about 6-7 hours easily.

Editor’s Note: I absolutely love the Soft Matte Lip Creams and Liquid Suede Lipsticks. The Wonder Pencil and Brow Mascara are on my wishlist too.

So, which is your favorite NYX product?

Simple Winged Liner & Pink Lips Indian Drugstore Makeup Tutorial

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Simple Winged Liner & Pink Lips Indian Drugstore Makeup Tutorial

Hi guys,

I was going for an event yesterday and did this winged liner with pink lips, so thought of doing a GRWM.

This is pretty much what I wear on an everyday basis for events,etc. with just change in lip color, blush,highlighter at times.

Products used:

Sephora Smoothing Primer
Maybelline Fit Me Foundation
Lakme Absolute Face Stylist Concealer
Maybelline Fit Me Powder
Maybelline Cheeky Glow Blush in Peachy Sweetie
Faces Ultime Pro Metalliglow Champagne
Revlon Nearly Naked Powder Medium Deep to contour
Maybelline Fashion Brow Duo Brown
Essence Lash Princess Mascara
Miss Claire Lip Cream in no. 12

I know my dark circles are not completely covered, but I have neither used a corrector nor a full coverage foundation, I do not prefer using heavy base in regular. Maybelline Fit Me is just perfect for me, also on most days I only use a BB or CC cream as base with concealer and powder. Even the Maybelline Fit Me does not get that much use :p But then, that’s just me, I do not like heavy or full coverage for everyday. Though I am looking for a good orange corrector, and would be getting the LA Girl Pro Conceal in Orange to try.

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