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Lakme Presents 5 New Shades in Eyeconic Kajal

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Lakme Presents New Eyeconic White and 4 other shades of Eyeconic Kajal

GO EYECONIC WITH WHITE
BREAK THE CODES WITH WHITE ON YOUR EYES THIS NEW YEAR

LAKME LAUNCHES 5 NEW SHADES IN THE EYECONIC KAJAL PORTFOLIO

After the phenomenal success of Lakmé Eyeconic Black Kajal, Lakmé brings home yet another international trend in the form of Lakmé Eyeconic White- an innovation that’s likely to break all codes of traditional kajal usage’. For years, the black kajal has remained an integral part of an Indian woman’s beauty regime, but the new Lakmé Eyeconic White promises to change the game for eye make-up. Spotted at several runways internationally this is a first of its kind introduction by Lakmé in India. Along with white, Lakmé also introduces four must-have shades of brown, blue, grey and green to the Eyeconic collection.

The Eyeconic shades by Lakmé are easy to apply and require zero maintenance, just like your regular black. In merely one stroke the kajal promises a smudge-free professional finish up to 10 hours. It comes with a waterproof formulation that allows one to be carefree while washing face or even travelling. It is dermatologically tested and is safe to apply with its two-way retractable twist-up format.

Talking about this new high-performance product, Arun Srinivas, VP Skin Care and Makeup, Lakmé says, “Indian women love to accentuate their eyes and the kajal remains an irreplaceable favourite. The success of Eyeconic Black encouraged us to look beyond the ordinary and we realize that our consumers are looking for subtle yet strong beauty statements that can enhance their overall look. Bearing this in mind, we now introduce the Eyeconic White – first of its kind innovation with a unique white packaging along with four more interesting shades that will take eye makeup to a new direction altogether.”

Speaking about the outstanding looks created for Eyeconic’s new range, Natasha Nischol, Lakmé Make-up Expert mentions, “The new range of Eyeconic is extremely unique and promising. White is an exciting color for the eyes, which can be used in the waterline to open up your eyes, or in the inner corners for the hint of brightness. Alternately you could also use it on the upper eye lids alone or with another color for a more dramatic effect. We have crafted some amazing looks with Kareena Kapoor to showcase the potential of this unusual color. Each color from the range is very unique and thoughtfully chosen to suit the Indian skin type. As a make-up professional, I am confident that this launch will surely create waves in the beauty and fashion scene in India.”

To get you started, Natasha Nischol has shared a cheat sheet with some quick eye looks to help you perfect the ‘white eye look’ this season.

Check out the ad here..

Shades of Lakme Eyeconic Kajal are priced at Rs 250 (0.35 gm) and will be available at all leading beauty stores starting 21st December 2013.

 I personally would have loved a nude shade too ! How I wish they had added a nude..I prefer the softer nude on waterline than the stark white..

But I am quite excited to try out the brown and green..and I also want a purple ! :/

Lakme Clean Up Clear Pores Kit Review

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Lakme Clean Up Clear Pores Kit- Face Wash, Scrub and Mask Review

By Agnibanya

• Face Wash ~ Rs.90 for 50gm  | Rs.160 for 100gm.
• Scrub ~ Rs.110 for 50gm  | Rs.225 for 100gm.
• Mask ~ Rs.110 for 50gm  | Rs.225 for 100gm.

Lakme has been dishing out newer and exciting products regularly for the past year and amongst many other things that I liked, I really have to say, this Clean up kit for various skin types did sound the most exciting to me.

I will review all the three products from the Clean Up Kit | CLEAR PORES | With Green Tea Extracts in this review

Key Features of the Lakme Clean Up Clear pores kit with Green Tea Extracts

• Green Tea extracts to soothe skin
• Suitable for Normal to Oily Skin
• Salicyclic Acid to prevent breakouts & fight blemishes
• Dermatologist tested| Non-comedogenic| Hypoallergenic
• Available in 50g and 100 g packs

Face Wash / Clear Pores

The Lakme Clean Up Clear Pores Face Wash comes in a green tube with a flip top lid which is quite sturdy and travel friendly. The face wash itself, is a transparent gel that is meant to clean all visible dirt and impurities and helps control oil. This particular face wash doesn’t lather up much but it does the job of cleaning out all superficial impurities very well. It surely makes the skin feel squeaky clean and leaves behind a nice refreshing feeling without that dry-stretchy skin. The Green Tea fragrance is absolutely delightful. And it does control oil too, but only to a certain extent. In extreme summers, it controlled oil on my T-Zone for about 2 hours which is quite nice.

Pros:
1. Budget friendly
2. Travel friendly
3. Refreshing Green Tea Fragrance
4. Cleans dirt effectively
5. Not drying

Cons:
1. Controls oil only for about 2 hrs

Face Scrub / Clear Pores

The Lakme Clean Up Clear Pores Face Scrub has the same packaging as the face Wash from the same range, i.e. green tube with a flip top lid which is sturdy and travel friendly. According to me, scrubbing is absolutely an essential for clearing out clogged pores and get rid of dead cells. This particular scrub has been especially designed for skin that is prone to breakouts and has Salicylic acid to prevent breakouts and fight blemishes. The scrub itself is a white colored emulsion with fine white beads that are very gentle on the skin.

After using the face wash, the scrub has to be massaged on the face for 2-3 mins , avoiding the eye area and then rinsed off. This scrub is perhaps my most favorite product out of the kit because I’ve already finished a tube and going to finish off the second one soon too. It is totally unlike most scrubs that I’ve used till date and the micro-particles are so gentle on the skin but do their job of scrubbing away dead cells very well. There isn’t a thing that I do not like about this scrub. Gives a visibly clearer looking skin post the cleaning routine and I have felt that creams work better on my skin after using this scrub. Also, the skin stays matte for long hours when used in conjunction with the Face Wash. This is a STAR product !!

Pros:
1. Travel Friendly
2. Budget friendly
3. Micro scrubbing particles which are very  gentle on skin.
4. Leaves skin feeling squeaky clean
5. Skin stays matte for long.
6. Gentle and refreshing Green Tea fragrance
7. Clears away dead skin and opens up pores for skin care products to work better by penetrating the skin deeper

Cons:

None

Face Mask / Clear Pores

The Lakme Clean Up Clear Pores Face Mask ,again has the same packaging as the other products from the range. It is a greenish white clay  Mask with absorbing powers.It also removes excess oil from the face and claims to tightens pores It is supposed to be used once a week in conjunction with the Face Wash and Scrub. The texture is quite easy to work with, and you can apply a thin layer on the face and leave on for a few minutes before washing off.

I like the delicate soothing feelin when the mask is on.I am not really impressed with the Face Mask because there really weren’t any visible effects that I could notice. It just felt like any other clay based face masks that I may have used previously. The skin feels fresh but only for a few minutes after which it is back to normal. I didn’t see any tightening of pores.

Pros:
1. Travel and budget friendly.
2. Easy to use and spread.
3. Fresh feeling post removal of mask and even when it’s on
4. Fresh Green Tea Fragrance.

Cons:
1. No visible mattifying effects
2. Didn’t see any tightening of pores

Overall, The Lakme Clean Up Clear Pores Kit (Face Wash, Scrub, Mask) is a great ritual for a nice and easy cleanup at home. While the Face Wash effectively cleans superficial impurities, the scrub sloughs away dead skin and opens up clogged pores. The mask claims to tighten pores but I didn’t notice much of the tightening effect . When all three products are used together, you surely get matte and clean looking skin , and the combined effect may last more than a day which is great considering you can do it at home and at a much lesser cost than a Clean Up at a Salon.

Editor’s Note: I think it sounds perfect for oily skin..may be can try in summers..Nice review Agni 🙂
Have you tried the Lakme Clean Up Clear Pores Kit ?

Lakmé introduces Lakmé Absolute Face Stylist

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Lakmé introduces Lakmé Absolute Face Stylist

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

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

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

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

Price: Rs. 1200/-

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

Price: Rs. 900/-

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

Price: Rs. 1000/-

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


Price: Rs. 750/-

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

What are you most interested in trying ?

Haircut at Lakme Absolute Salon Mumbai

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Haircut at Lakme Absolute Salon Mumbai

By now you must be knowing about the new Lakme Absolute Salon that first launched in Delhi and now recently in Mumbai..

How Lakme Absolute Salon is different from other Lakme Salons was my first question..

I am told the services are not the normal kinds..all latest trends from all over the world are adopted and even straight from the runway..Lakme Absolute Salon are at a much advanced level in terms of styling..

They have services for skin, hair,nails, etc..I met Ron who is in charge of the Lakme Absolute Salon in Bandra, Mumbai..its inside in the opposite lane of Shoppers Stop..

I loved the setup..its 2000 sq.feet huge..and looked amazing inside out..quite spacious..and has different sections for each service..

I was invited for the haircut and styling..which was done by Meena..she washed my hair first and went ahead with the cut..I told her I wanted the length..and she suggested a nice cut..and kept the crown area hair a little shorter for the bounce..since the hair get flat otherwise..and added side bangs but not too short..something I can wear everyday to work too and does not require too much styling and maintenance..

Hair was blow dried and styled at the end..she scrunched the ends for a softer messier natural look..

They use Thalgo skin care and TIGI Bed Head for hair and a few other renowned brands too..and they also stock the entire Lakme Absolute range..and Ron told me they are also going to have a retail counter for sale..

And finally my haircut..

I hope you like it..and share your experience if you have visited the Lakme Absolute Salon before..

Lakmé launches Lakme Absolute Drama Stylist

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Add Drama to your eyes this season!

Lakmé launches Lakme Absolute Drama Stylist range of eye make-up

This festive season, accentuate your best features with Lakmé’s new range of dramatic make-up. Be it stylish soirees or a simple occasion to celebrate, the chic collection comprising of the very unique and smooth Lakmé Absolute Drama Stylist Shadow Crayon and Lakmé Absolute DramaStylist Shadow Duos will ensure you have a smooth transition into the festive mood.

Adding to its list of innovative, world-class make-up, Lakmé launches the very exciting Lakmé Absolute Drama Stylist Shadow Crayon, designed to deliver high colour payoff and professional finish. The cutting edge technology behind the product ensures that it glides smoothly and can be worn both as an eyeshadow or an eyeliner. This unique eyewear is easy to use and comes with a smudgeproof and creaseproof formula for those dramatic eyes.

The product is priced at Rs. 750/- and is available in eight shades including White,Turquoise, Purple, Olive, Pink, Bronze, Grey and Blue

Lakmé Absolute Drama Stylist Shadow Duos come with an incredible oil-powder formulation that delivers high colour pay off with intense shading. Crafted for the woman who wants to dramatize her eyes with colour, this professional finish, wet-dry shadow is the right option.

The Shadow Duos comes with a fantastic dual application feature which allows you to use the shadow both wet and dry application.

The dry application is the perfect pick to accentuate the eyes with its superior blending quality and velvety smoothness. The versatality of the product also allows it to be used in wet format to create a bold rich look to go with the festive season!

The product is priced at Rs. 650/- and is available in four perfectly coordinated shades named – Pink Wink, Blue Shadow, Purple Haze, Lime Time.

Speaking at the launch, Arun Srinivas,Vice President,Skincare & Make-up, HUL said, “The trend statement for this festive season is about rich, royal colors. Perfectly timed to compliment the festive season, Lakmé has launched the Lakmé Absolute Drama Stylist range of eye makeup that provides world class professional finish and helps the evolved Indian consumer to elevate her drama quotient this season.”

Do you have an eye for drama? Then be sure to pick up this new range of Lakmé products across outlets in India.

It just takes a few steps to make your eyes dramatic this season!

How to apply the Absolute Drama Stylist Crayon:

Step 1:Pick from the gorgeous line up of eight shades of crayon eye shadow which matches your festive ensemble
Step 2:Apply the shadow directly with the pencil tip onto the eye lid.
Step 3:  Since the crayon comes with a quick dry formula, smudge the color quickly on the eye lids

Tip:Can also be applied as a liner

How to apply Absolute Drama Stylist Shadow Duos:

Step 1:Choose from a palette of pink wine, blue shadow, purple haze to match your ensemble
Step 2:The lighter shade can be applied as a base on the lid with the applicator.
Step 3:The dark shade can be applied and the two colours can be perfectly blended to create a dramatic look
Step 4: Accentuate the look with applying Absolute Kohl Ultimate Kajal
Step 5:For a wet application, damp the applicator and swipe the required amount of colour

Tip:Go subtle by day and dramatic by night with this wet and dry eye shadow!

I am loving the look of the crayons..especially Bronze..and the Purple Haze Duo..

What do you like ?

Lakme CC Cream Review, Swatches, FOTD

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Lakme CC Cream Beige Review, Swatches, FOTD
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 ?

Lakmé Absolute Gloss Stylist Berry Cherry Review, Swatches

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Lakmé Absolute Gloss Stylist Berry Cherry Review, Swatches 

What the Company claims: The new range of high performance lip gloss by Lakmé delivers rich colour and luscious texture for impeccable lacquered lips. The deeply pigmented, revolutionary gloss incorporates high shine polymers and light reflecting particles for an intense finish. With the Lakmé Absolute Gloss Stylist range a dramatic pout is only a single stroke away. This high performance range of lip gloss helps you achieve super glossy and highly pigmented lips to match any gorgeous ensemble.

Available in 6 shades: Coral Sunset, Rust Crush, Neon Pink, Pink Pout, Burgundy Burn and Berry Cherry

MRP: Rs. 700/- (5.9 ml)

It comes in a normal lip gloss packaging..with the shade name on the side..the applicator is pretty good and easy to use.

These are super duper pigmented..feel like lipstick in a liquid form..glide on well..are non sticky..but hydrating. Stay on for a good 3-4 hours leaving behind a pretty stain.

Berry Cherry is a rich cherry red shade…

Here is it on me..

And here are swatches of other Lakmé Absolute Gloss Stylist..

Pros:

1. Super Pigmented.
2. Opaque in one coat.
3. Non sticky.
4. Stays for 3-4 hours.
5. Comes in pretty 6 shades.

Cons:

1. Expensive at 700 bucks.
2. Does transfer a little when freshly applied.

Overall, I would say these are amazing highly pigmented non sticky glosses..though these are expensive..but if you really like a shade, these are definitely worth a try.

I also like Burgundy Burn and Coral Sunset shades.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried the Lakme Absolute Gloss Stylist ? Which is your favorite ?

Lip Liners from the Lakmé 9to5 range: New Launch

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Now Lip Liners from the Lakmé 9to5 range

Exciting new Lip Liners for those perfectly luscious lips

After a successful launch a few months ago, Lakmé 9 to 5, now adds lip liners to its kitty of office styling products. Providing a longer lasting professional finish for perfectly defined lips, this new addition comes in six subtle shades best suited for daily office wear. The Lakmé 9 to 5 Lip Liners glide smoothly on the lips providing a satiny texture.

Dermatologically approved, these lip liners contain a waterproof, long-lasting formula that gives you luscious looking lips all day long.

Available in six shades: Brick Rose, Beige Pink, Boardroom Brown, Pink Blush, Red Carpet and Fine Wine

Priced at: Rs. 375/-

So make sure your office-styling kit is complete with this new addition in the Lakmé 9to5 range.

Beige Pink and Pink Blush sound good to me..

Which one do you fancy ?

Lakme Absolute Gel Stylist Scarlet Red Review, NOTD

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Lakme Absolute Gel Stylist Nail Paint Scarlet Red Review, NOTD

What the Company claims: Super shiny and plumpy nails in one stroke. It delivers rich color for high coverage for gel nails with a professional finish. Highly pigmented colour formula to ensure super glossy and plump nails. A singular simple stroke delivers rich colour and a high gloss finish that stays for long. Wet to set in 40 secs. Unique flat brush. The Absolute Gel Stylist comes in exciting shades ranging from tomato tango, coral rush to nudes like nude glow and caramel melt. The range is your very own manicurist in a bottle giving you an unmatchable shine and the most perfectly styled nails.

Lakme Absolute Gel Stylist nail enamel is all you need to get salon-styled nails at home. With a professional finish, this nail enamel will make your nails look super-shiny and glamorous.

MRP: Rs.400/- for 15ml

Shades Available: 8

It comes in a round huge bottle..15ml is a very good qty. Scarlet Red is a deep pinky red..looks quite pretty..

It gives a nice glossy finish as claimed..and there is no need of a separate top coat…super smooth to apply.

But it started chipping from the tips in 2-3 days and the shine became dull too..

Pros:

1. Pretty pinky red shade.
2. Huge qty.
3. Shiny glossy finish..no need of a separate top coat.
4. Dries fast..
5. 2 coats give perfect opaque coverage.
6. Smooth and creamy and applies evenly.

Cons:

1. Started chipping from tips in 2-3 days.
2. Expensive at 400 !
3. Shine became dull later on.

Overall I would say, you can give this a try if you like a particular shade and love glossy shiny nails..but this is surely a little expensive compared to other nail paints in the market…one red is good to have ! I am obsessed with red nail paints and have one from every brand I guess 😀

I quite like Pink Burst and Coral Rush too..

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again: Maybe..

Have you tried the Lakme Absolute Gel Stylist Nail Enamels ?

Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2013 Trends

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TREND REPORT @ Lakmé Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2013

This fall fashion goes beyond clothing

Amazonian Skin Tones & Sculpted look

The models at LFW WF 2013 looked to accentuate the rich and bronze color of Indian Skin. The use of bronze and peach blushes allowed the models to have an earthy glow.  To avail this healthy glow, Lakmé Salon offers a Chocolicious Masque and a Perfect Radiance Facial to rejuvenate your skin and prep it for a dry winter. The youth Infinity facial further accentuates the sculpted look.

A Dab of Glitter 

This season, the nails trended with a dab of glitter on them. The use of matt colors and dull shades were brought to life with a variety of glitter shades either sprinkled on randomly or carefully painted on the top or bottom half of the nail. This is a definite keeper for the coming festive season.  When you head down to the Lakmé Salon avail their Nail Art service and give your nails the look of the season.

Colors: Black & Gold

With summer at a close, Winter Festive reflected the regal and sophistication of black and Gold. Perfect for grand occasions, festivals, weddings and celebrations, one can never go wrong with these colors. Designers like Nikhil Thampi, Vikram Phadnis, Rocky S and even Sabyasachi Mukherjee displayed an array of ways black and Gold can complement you this season.

Sleek, Tamed & Pull back

In winter, one’s hair can get dry and extremely frizzy with the lack of natural oils to keep it nourished. LFW WF trended sleek, and pulled back hairdos that held the sophistication and health of the hair. Lakmé Salon offers Miracle oil or Morrocon Oil treatments which removes the frizz and dryness and allows the hair to shine through.

Day & Night Eyes 

An Indian woman’s eye makeup is imperative to her overall look and this LFW WF season is all about giving your eyes the right look at the right time. Accentuating one’s eyes at night with smoky and dark eye shadows while keeping a neutral or natural look during the day can really add to the diversity of eye makeup you choose to explore.

Day & Night Lips

Similar to the trends on eyes, the Lips are inversely complimenting to the eye makeup. This season the use of bright matt red lipsticks or neutral matt lipstick tones are in check. By day, give your lips a luscious red matt finish to compliment the neutral eye makeup. By night, neutralize the lips to give focus to the eyes. After all opposites attract!

Streak a Pose

You would expect the talk of color to be associated with the wardrobe; this Lakmé Fashion Week however took color all over. With Colorful Hair extensions clipped to sleak, chic and pulled back hairdos, braids and ponytails, it gave the models a funky yet sophisticated look. To avail this look Lakmé Salon offers hair extensions in a variety of new shades