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Lakmé Absolute Launches New Gel Addict Liners and Shades of Gloss Addict,Gel Stylist,Gloss Stylist

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This wedding season GLOSS it up with Lakmé Absolute

Lakmé Absolute Launches New Gel Addict Liners and Shades of Gloss Addict,Gel Stylist,Gloss Stylist.

Inspired by runways internationally, it’s no surprise that gloss is set to rule every bridal make up trousseau, this festive season. The much in vogue, hot trend characterized by well hydrated dewy skin and hi-shine makeup, is all set for a traditional interpretation. This wedding season flaunt your splendor as you wear the newest Lakmé Absolute Gloss range for that gorgeous GLOSSY look!

This festive season Lakmé promises to bring alive the dreams of million Indian brides, by conceptualizing the Absolute Bridal Dream Team comprising of Manish Malhotra and Cory Walia. The Bridal Dream Team will give life to the quintessential Indian glossy bride at this season’s Grand Finale of the much awaited Lakmé Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2014. Keeping up with this trend, is the launch of a new bridal palette for the to-be-bride comprising of – Absolute Gel Addict eye liners and exciting new shades to Absolute Gloss Addict Lipcolor and Absolute Gel Stylist Nail Colors.

Here’s a peep into the must haves of a bridal trousseau box this season:

Lakmé Absolute Gel Addict: This bridal season get set to flaunt the opulent glossy winged eyes with the newest addition to the Absolute Gloss range – Lakmé Absolute Gel Addict – a collection of seven shades of intense, vibrant gel eyeliners for those alluring eyes. Crafted to deliver a professional glossy finish, this long lasting and water-proof liner will add a touch of jewel tone to your gloss look.

Lakmé Absolute Launches New Gel Addict Liners and Shades of Gloss Addict,Gel Stylist,Gloss Stylist

 

 

Price: 800/-

Shades: White Delight, Wine Yard, Tempting Teal, Grey Ash, Deep Sea, Metallic Bronze, Must Have

Lakmé Absolute Gloss Addict Lip Color: It’s time to shed your worries about getting the lip color right this wedding season as Lakmé Absolute Gloss Addict Lip Color adds five beautiful new bridal shades of plums and reds personally handpicked by Kareena Kapoor. Keeping in mind the needs of the contemporary Indian bride, this irresistible palette promises to compliment the Indian skin tone and deliver high color payoff along with high gloss shine in just one stroke. The creamy sensation of a balm keeps it light and yet adds to the professional finish. These gloss sticks come signed by the gloss diva Kareena Kapoor, making them a must have collectible from this range.

 

Price: 800/-

Shades: Perfect Plum, Fine Wine, Berry Crush, Rustic Red and Coral Pink.

Lakmé Absolute Gel Stylist Nail Color: Completing the GLOSS look, Lakmé introduces five lustrous shades to the Absolute Gel Stylist Nail Color range. This new set of shades come with a highly pigmented colour formula that ensure super glossy and plump finish. A singular stroke delivers rich colour and a high gloss look that stays for long. Indeed, the range is your very own manicurist in a bottle, giving you an unmatched sheen and the most perfectly styled nails this bridal season.

Price: Rs. 400/-

Shades: Pink Queen, Grape Blossom, Top Coat, Purple Orchid, Amethyst

Lakmé Absolute Gloss Stylist: Perfect pouts are on every girl’s wish list and with Lakmé Absolute Gloss Stylist range a dramatic pout is only a single stroke away. The high lacquered gloss and rich colour of these liquid glosses is now available in five new shades that are perfect for the festive season. Make sure you own each of these to complete the grand festive look this season.

Price: Rs. 700/-

Shades: Plum Pout, Wine Shine, Berry Rose, Red Torch, Coral Blush

Lakmé Bridal Dream Team’s take on the new products:
Talking about the latest GLOSS trend, Lakmé Bridal Dream Team Expert Cory Walia says, “The key trend that we are focusing on this season is the glamorous gloss look for the soon-to-be-brides. This replaces heavy crème textures for lips with a more glossy and high-shine finish. The eyes will be done up in jewel tones. Add to that, a touch of sheen on the cheeks, and the bride will be all set to make her shining appearance.”

Talking about the launch of the new products, Purnima Lamba, Head of Innovation, Lakmé says, “Gloss finishes are trending internationally and will define the bridal look this year. With the launch of these new products within the Absolute Gloss range, we aim to make this trend an integral part of the contemporary Indian bride’s look. The most extravagant bridal looks for the season will come to life at the much awaited makeup Masterclass at LFW WF 2014, featuring the Absolute Bridal Dream Team – Manish Malhotra and Cory Walia, along with Lakmé’s digital face – Sarah Jane Dias. We will also see Daniel Bauer create the backstage looks for the Grand Finale at this edition of the Lakmé Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2014”.

These exciting new bridal wear products will be available at beauty advisory counters across India starting August 2014.

OOTD: Gray Fuchsia Glitter Saree (Imaginary Red Carpet ?)

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OOTD: Gray Fuchsia Glitter Saree (Imaginary Red Carpet ?)

Hey everyone,

I am back with an OOTD..this time a saree! I have done one in an yellow saree long back HERE.

This time its a beautiful gray and fuchsia pink saree with a heavy glitter border..this is so perfect for parties, receptions,etc..

Its from TriveniSarees.com. They have an amazing collection of sarees, salwar kameez, lehengas and even jewellery and accessories. They have also brought a few designers on board..so you see designer wear too..and not only that, you have mens wear, kids wear and bed linen too..its like a one stop shop..good for brides too..perfect trousseau shopping place..this saree is also going to be a part of my trousseau. They also have plain brocade and digital print material which they sell per metre. They do the fall edging of the saree for free..and you can buy a standard cotton petticoat along for Rs.150 extra and get the blouse stitched for Rs.600 extra. And if you are the types who have difficulty wearing a saree, you can get the saree prestitched and the stitched blouse both for Rs.1000 extra. You just need to slip into the saree 😀 Cool, is’nt it ?

And the blouse is a normal silver one..which I got designed by my tailor..the design turned out good but not the fit :/ :Sigh: These tailors!

I paired it with silver mesh earrings and a simple gold and silver kada any my Titan Raga watch..And and my hot pink Valentino dupes!! OMG I can’t describe how high the heel is..killing feet literally..how do models walk in them is a big mystery to me! :/

Coming to the makeup, I used the new L’oreal Paris L’Or Lumiere Collection (read HERE) which consists of new Gel Matic Eye Pencils and Moist Mat Lipsticks. I have used the Gel Matic in Turbo Turquoise (other 4 shades in this range are Deep Brown, Silver Mania, Glamor Gold and Blue Force) and the Moist Mat Lipstick in Flaming Kiss here (Lincoln Rose, Glamour Fuchsia and Raspberry Syrup are my other favorites from this range..supposedly Aishwarya Rai wore Lincoln Rose with her first golden Roberto Cavalli gown at the Cannes 2014).

The Gel Matic Pencil in Turbo Turquoise is quite a nice vibrant turquoise shade..and glides on smooth too, was very easy to apply and it stayed put on the upper lashline throughout the day and was difficult to remove too..but does not stay long on the waterline.

Moist Mat Lipstick in Flaming Kiss is a reddish orange..not too ‘in your face’ kinda bright..but very wearable one..I loved it! Its super pigmented and goes full out in one swipe. Though it stays 3-4 hours and with eating and drinking about 2 hours. But, easy to reapply,no patchiness or dry lines.

I used a satin taupe eyeshadow on the eyes and lined my upper lashline and half the lower lashline with the Gel Matic in Turquoise and the Flaming Kiss Lipstick.

Please excuse my hair..I know they look weird here :/

Sorry for the changes in lighting..the sun was dancing..and also if you feel my foundation is lighter, let me tell you its not. My neck and body and slightly face too have turned darker..I got badly tanned..and 4 shades darker at the Beauty and the Blogger show..and trying to get rid of the tan..but I guess it would take some time..

Saree: Triveni Sarees
Heels: HERE
Earrings : Ayesha Accessories
Watch: Titan Raga

How did you like the look ? Not that I would wear this for a real red carpet! :p But anyhoo 😀 Do let me know in the comments below 🙂

L’Oreal Paris L’Or Lumière Collection at Festival de Cannes

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Vibrant colors meet chic glitter in L’Oréal Paris’ new vision for Cannes 2014 

L’Oreal Paris all set to unveil their latest make-up collection L’Or Lumière at Festival de Cannes

Presenting Lumière Première – L’Oréal Paris introduces the L’Or Lumière Cannes Collection which consists of five new shades of Gel Matic & 12 new luscious shades of Moist Mat.

After the stunning L’Or Sunset collection, L’Oréal Paris is set to dazzle the French Riviera with its new make-up line – L’Or Lumière. To celebrate the 17th year as the official make-up partner for the Cannes Film Festival, L’Oréal Paris will introduce their latest collection that is inspired by the purest of the elements, ‘Gold’ and the coming of the spring season.

The L’Or Lumière Collection highlights the exuberance of Neo Gold as a beauty trend on Indian and global fashion runways. Since shades of gold beautifully embrace all Indian skin tones, the L’Or Lumière Collection presents products gorgeous bright huesthat stylishly accentuate the brilliance of gold. The products are a fine representation of glamour, elegance and will certainly heighten the allure of any red carpet look.

Products in the L’Oréal Paris L’Or Lumière collection are laced with vivid hues and beautiful undertones of radiant gold. This collection includes the Vivacious Moist Matte lipsticks, Super Liner Gel Matic eye liners, Infallible Mono eye shadows and Color Riche Nail Colors.The products have been hand-picked to match the grandeur that this Festival showcases.

To commemorate the launch of this collection, L’Oréal Paris Beauty Expert Namrata Soni has created three looks inspired by the infusion of neo-gold and exciting spring hues. L’Oreal Paris India ambassadors Sonam Kapoor, Freida Pinto and Aishwarya Rai along with the global ambassadors Blake Lively, Eva Longoria, Zoe Saldanha and Jane Fonda will adorn different renditions these stunning looks and bring them to life on the Cannes red carpet this year.

The L’Or Lumiere Collection is new the style statement by L’Oréal Paris for women all over the world to create stunning red-carpet inspired make-up looks using the following products:

Colour Riche Moist Matte
 Matte has never been so rich! L’Oréal Paris launches a revolutionary new range of lipsticks – Color Riche Moist Matte, with pure pigments that deliver intense luscious color for a full 6 hours in 12 irresistible shades of pure indulgence. It is enriched with new Light Illium complex for a rich matte effect, velvet fusion capsules and Ultra Gliding Shine oils to provide a smooth and silky application and Jojoba oil to give absolute hydration for up to 4 hours.

The product is priced at Rs. 899/-

Product Description:

Color Riche Moist Mat, with pure pigments delivers intense luscious color for 6 hours in 12 irresistible shades. It consists of Jojoba oil that provides absolute hydration for up to 4 hours.

Super Liner Gelmatic


 L’Oréal Paris introduces its first gel eye liner in a Twist Uppen format – L’Oréal Paris Super Line Gel Matic. The product is created with an exclusive formulation of ingredients and is designed to last for up to 12 hours giving an intense matte colour pay off. The product has a pen-precision for a super easy application, the intensity of a gel and is totally smudge proof.

Comes in five rich, luxurious shades and is priced at Rs. 395/-

Product Description: Super Liner Gel Matic has a pen-precision, the rich intensity of a gel and is 100% smudge proof.

Color Riche Le Vernis
 Le Vernis is a range of intense colors that come with an in-built top coat giving the nails a bright and high-shine finish. The shades provide intense color and a luxurious shine in just a single stroke.

They are available in two stunning shades and are priced at Rs. 235/-

Infallible Monos Eye Shadow
 Ultra-intense colour, up to 24 hour long-lasting hold and velvety soft feel, this product is ideal to create the perfect luminous eye. The product contains an exceptionally high level of colour pigments, for an intense colour finish. The eye-shadow melts gently from the fingertips to the eyelid on application. The result is a rich and satiny look.

Available in 10 bright shades and are priced at Rs. 550/-

The L’Or Lumiere Collection is available at all L’Oreal Paris counters across the country starting now.

L’oreal Paris Rouge Caresse Lipsticks Review, Swatches

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L’oreal Paris Rouge Caresse Lipsticks Mauve Cherie and Irrestible Espresso Review, Swatches

What the Company claims: The Rouge Caresse lipstick has a flutter of kissable, soft, colour. Its delicate texture glides onto lips creating a veil of colour with a luminous shine. It adds a desired pop of color with a meltingly soft application. The lipstick contains light oils, crystalline wax, transparent blenders and pearl pigments that deliver true color with a weight-less comfort.

MRP: Rs.499/- for 2.5g

Shades Available: 10

  • Mauve Cherie
  • Cheeky Magenta
  • Sweet Berry
  • Dating Coral
  • Hypnotic Red
  • Impulsive Fuchsia
  • Irresistible Espresso
  • Rock N Mauve
  • Rose Mademoiselle
  • Aphrodite Scarlet

First of, I love the packaging..the gold L’oreal Paris panel at the centre..where it shut clicks..and the transparent outer..looks nice..it has a sweet fruity smell but not too overpowering..

There are reds,corals,mauves and browns in this range.

It has this super glossy sheen to it..and the color in the tube looks like so bright but when you apply them, they are just like glosses..goes smooth and gives that shine and colour..

They are quite moisturising too and easy to apply..you don’t even need a mirror with these lipsticks 😀

They stay for around 2 hours without eating/drinking..staying power is the only issue with these..but then you can easily reapply..super easy to touch up as I mentioned before..it leaves behind a soft stain which stays for another 1-2 hours.

L- Mauve Cherie, R- Irrestible Espresso

102 Mauve Cherie is a true mauve shade.

602 Irresistible Espresso looks brown in the tube..but its quite a wearable glossy milky brown..good for office wear.

T- Irrestible Espresso, B- Mauve Cherie

And here are they on me..

L- Mauve Cherie, R- Irrestible Espresso

Pros:

1. Lip gloss in lipstick form.

2. Moisturising.

3. Wearable colors..there is one for everyone..reds,corals,pinks,mauves,browns.

4. Very glossy.

5. Easy to apply and for touch ups.

6. Chic packaging.

7. Economical.

8. Feels light on the lips.

Cons:

1. Transfers.

2. Staying power is not so good.

Overall, I would say, these are good for daily use..when you need a light wash of color with the sheen..or even for your formal everyday wear..and something you don’t mind touching up. But not for days when you need full impact color or long staying pigmented lipstick. Not a must have but worth a try.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again: Umm..maybe

Have you tried L’oreal Paris Rouge Caresse Lipsticks ? Your favorite shades ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review.

Revlon ColorBurst Lacquer Balms Review, Swatches

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Revlon ColorBurst Lacquer Balms Vivacious, Ingenue, Tease Review, Swatches

What the Company claims: High Shine Lacquer. Moisture Rich Balm

A lacquer finish that’s beyond brilliant. Balm that’s beyond comforting. Our Triple Butter Complex of Shea, Coconut and Mango butters nourishes lips. In 8 collectible, craveable colors

EXPERT TIPS LIPS: For a polished and perfect lip look, apply foundation on and around the lips before lip color. Foundation helps to prep the lip area for a more flawless application and helps lip color last longer.

MRP: Rs.800/- for 2.7g

Shades Available: 8

  • Vivacious
  • Ingenue
  • Whimsical
  • Flirtatious
  • Tease
  • Coquette
  • Enticing
  • Coy

I guess Demure and Provocateur are not launched in India.

Both these Lacquer Balms and the Matte Balms launched together..see the review and swatches of the Matte Balms HERE.

Revlon ColorBurst Lacquer Balms come in a beautiful glossy metallic packaging. These are glosses in the form of lip crayons..super glossy but still pigmented.

If compared to the Revlon ColorBurst Kissable Balm Stains, these are more lighter in texture and glossier.

The composition of three butters Shea, Mango and Coconut make these super hydrating and moisturising..

They are quiet light in texture..you do not feel like you have applied anything on lips..feels like a lip balm. These are quiet pigmented..the swatches are just one swipe..and after the glossines fades away..the color stays for more hours..especially the deeper colors like Vivacious here.

These have the same peppermint smell like in Kissable Balm Stains and Matte Balms. All of the shades have super fine minute shimmer which is not even visible unless seen very very closely..but this helps giving the shades that glossiness and high shine.

L-R: Ingenue, Tease, Vivacious

145 Ingenue is a perfect MLBB shade for me..a nude brown..its an everyday shade.

130 Tease is a beautiful coral orange..it looks amazing on warm skin tone..my favorite of the 3..also wore it HERE.

120 Vivacious is a pretty rosy pink (None of those fuchsias or blue undertone pinks)

Here are the swatches..

T-B: Vivacious, Tease, Ingenue

And here are they on moi..

L-R: Ingenue, Tease, Vivacious

And an FOTD with Vivacious..

Pros:

1. Super glossy.

2. High pigmentation.

3. Moisturising.

4. Deeper colors stay longer.

5. Like the glossy packaging.

6. All 8 shades are quiet nice..there is one for everyone.

7. Feels quiet light on lips.

Cons:

1. Little expensive.

2. Not transfer proof.

3. Lighter colors don’t stay that longer.

Overall, I would say I like the light texture and glossines..and the shades too..all three and in fact all 8 are pretty and nice..and perfect for all occasions..the one like Ingenue works for your everyday wear, formal wear too..Tease is a must have according to me..my favorite of the three..it looks beautiful on warm skin tones like ours..Vivacious is a clean, pretty rosy pink..one of the natural pinks..that would look good on everyone..I recommend all three !  In fact Flirtatious, a nice deeper pink and Enticing, a pretty red, are also nice shades from this collection. If you are a red lover..or want to try reds..you can try something glossy and light like Enticing.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Which shades do you like ?? Any particular favorites ?

Revlon ColorBurst Matte Balms Review, Swatches

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Revlon ColorBurst Matte Balms Sultry and Unapologetic Review, Swatches

What the Company claims: Velvety Matte Look. Moisture Rich Balm

A Matte finish that’s beyond plush.Balm that’s beyond comforting. Our Triple Butter Complex of Shea, Coconut and Mango butters nourishes lips. In 8 collectible, craveable colors.

MRP: Rs.800/- for 2.7g

Shades Available: 8

  • Elusive
  • Sultry
  • Unapologetic
  • Shameless
  • Audacious
  • Mischievous
  • Striking
  • Standout

The packaging is almost the same as the Revlon Kissable Lip Balm Stain..the retractable chubby pencils..the outer finish is though matte and darker..

They have the same peppermint smell and flavour as the Lip Balm Stains..though these Matte Balms and the Lacquer Balms have a blend of 3 butters..Shea, Mango and Coconut..which makes them more hydrating and moisturising..

Matte lipsticks and balms are not easily available across all brands..MAC makes good matte lipsticks..Revlon has a matte range..but very selected matte lipsticks are that good and hydrating too..these are matte with a velvety finish.

Revlon has almost nailed it with these Matte Balms..pigmentation- check, matte texture- check, staying power- check. Almost all good qualities of a matte lipstick/lip product..only thing is its not completely transfer proof..and cannot be layered for touch up..as it can go patchy..it needs to be removed and reapplied..

L- Sultry, R- Unapologetic

225 Sultry is a deep pink brown..supposedly MAC Twig dupe..but I am not really sure.

210 Unapologetic is a bright reddish coral pink..dupe of MAC Lipstick in Impassioned (Impassioned its slightly deeper) and Party Parrot – Limited Edition (Almost similar.. 95%)

I think Unapologetic is also the most loved shade in the Indian blogosphere..I personally love it ! Totally brightens up the face.. Also wore it HERE.

U- Sultry, D- Unapologetic

Here are the shades on me..

L- Sultry, R- Unapologetic

Lips look a little drier with Unapologetic coz Sultry was removed completely which left lips little dry..

And an FOTD with Unapologetic..

Pros:

1. Love the velvetty matte look.

2. Amazingly pigmented.

3. Staying power is pretty good.

4. All 8 shades are quite pretty..there is one for everyone..red lovers, pink lovers, especially Unapologetic is beauty bloggers’ favorite !

5. Hydrating..even though its matte.

6. Feels light on the lips.

Cons:

1. Not transfer proof.

2. Cannot be layered as goes patchy.

Overall, I am in love with the feel and texture of these matte balms..they score on all levels..Highly recommended !

Unapologetic is my most worn shade these days..I also love Audacious, Striking and Elusive..oh I think I love all the shades..the colors are all fab..

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 4/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Which shades doyou like ?? Any particular favorites ?

Pucker & Pout Contest- Top 5

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Pucker & Pout Contest- Top 5

First of all, I am really sorry for such a long delay in this contest..there were times when I was so caught up that I totally forgot about it..

And finally, the top 5 are:

1. Entry 18 by Ashma B.

2. Entry 6 by Apoorva

3.  Entry 9 by Nids

4. Entry 14 by Agnibanya

5. Entry 4 by Poonam

Now the top 3 out of these would be decided by public voting..using this poll..

Vote for your favorite !
Entry 18 by Ashma B.
Entry 6 by Apoorva
Entry 9 by Nids
Entry 14 by Agnibanya
Entry 4 by Poonam

Poll Maker

Please vote for the pout you liked the most…also you can ask your friends and family to vote..

The one with the highest votes would be the 1st winner..and gets to chose amongst the three shades 1st and then the 2nd winner..and 3rd winner gets the last lipstick shade..the shades of Revlon ColorStay Ultimate Suede Lipsticks being Designer, Backstage and Catwalk !

Voting would be on for 3 days..till 13th April..midnight..

Best of luck 🙂

Illamasqua Glamore Lipsticks Glissade,Soaked Review,Swatches

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Illamasqua Glamore Lipsticks Glissade, Soaked Review, Swatches

Illamasqua came up with a Glamore collection which has 3 lipsticks and 3 nail paints..the lipsticks being Glissade, Soaked and Luster. I got to try two of them i.e Glissade and Soaked for reviewing those for you guys today.

What the Company claims: Glamore Lipstick  is a colour intense lipstick with a long lasting satin finish. Ideal for a more hydrated comfort finish. Can be worn under a sheer lip-gloss for more 3D Effect.

MRP: £18.50 for 4g/0.14 OZ. (Approx. Rs.1850/-)

Hydrated colour intense lipstick with a long lasting finish.

Key Benefits:

1. Colour Intense
2. Contains moisturising Vitamin E
3. Comfort

Application: Apply directly or use a lip brush.

INGREDIENTS: Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Octyldodecanol, Candelilla Cera (Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Cire de Candelilla), Glyceryl Ricinoleate, Oleyl Alcohol, Cera Carnauba (Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax), Cera Microcristallina (Microcrystalline Wax, Cire Microcristalline), Paraffinum Liquidum (Mineral Oil, Huile Minérale), Cetyl Alcohol, Cera Alba (Beeswax, Cire d’abeille), Tocopherol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Parfum (Fragrance), Red 22 Lake (CI 45380), Titanium Dioxide(CI 77891), Yellow 6 Lake (CI 15985), Red 36 (CI 12085), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140), Carmine (CI 75470)

Made in Germany

These come in the trademark Illamasqua packaging..remember my previous pink lipstick Immodest (see HERE). Immodest had a very dry matte texture..this formulation is quite different.

Super pigmented..you get color in one swipe..and which stays on and on..and the tint is quite strong too..its not moisturising types but quite hydrating..you don’t feel your lips are dry and neither does it feel heavy..glides on smooth as well unlike matte lipsticks..

These appear a little glossy for an hour or so..and then settle for a satin finish.

I am majorly impressed by the pigmentation and staying power..they have stayed on me for 6-7 hours and the tint survived much longer..even after full meals, drinks, etc..

Glissade is described as a Bold Pink..its a medium mauve fuchsia..kinda mix..difficult to describe this shade actually..but it looks soo good ! I am in love with this shade ! My current favorite..it would work well on all skin tones..coz its not totally fuchsia kinds..and makes the face brighter immediately..a super pretty pink !

Soaked is described as a vibrant orange..its a medium orange with red undertones..when used as a tint, it comes up as a pretty orangey red..again not the bright loud orange types..but very wearable kinds (though it looks super bright..it looks better in person..and much nicer as a tint)

And here are both on moi..

Illamasqua Glamore Lipsticks – L: Glissade, R: Soaked

Pros:

1. Super pigmented.

2. Long Staying.

3. Satin non drying finish.

4. Lovely colors..both are very wearable..Glissade is a must have !

5. Feel light on lips.

Cons:

1. Pricey.

2. Availability is an issue..need to order online.

Overall, Illamasqua Glamore  Lipsticks are a must have..these are amazing formulation wise..and color wise too..especially Glissade..highly recommended !!

Rating:

Quality: 4.5/5
Value for money: 3.75/5
Availability: 3.5/5

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes !

Have you tried Illamasqua Glamore Collection Lipsticks? Which is your favorite ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

Maybelline Pink Alert Lipstick POW1 Review, Swatches

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Maybelline Pink Alert Lipstick POW1 Review, Swatches
 
What the Company claims: PINK ALERT BY COLOR SENSATIONAL
Amp up your lips in the hottest pink. In 4 bright pink shades.
 
· PASSIONATE PINK COLOR only from our vivid color pigments
· CREAMIER FEEL only from our nourishing honey nectar
Check our more HERE
MRP: Rs. 375/- for 3.9g
 
Shades Available:
  • POW1
  • POW2
  • POW3
  • POW4

Maybelline came up with these pretty pink lipsticks called Pink Alert just before Valentine’s Day..and these were so perfectly launched for the apt day.

They come in pretty pink packaging..the packaging is the same as the Maybelline Colorsensational range..but prettier and pinker.

They are creamy and quite pigmented..and stay on for 4-5 hours..even after drinking and eating proper dinner..the color had just faded a little..I am quite impressed by the staying power.

POW1 is a blue based neon pink..a super bright pink..that does not even show the true color in picture..but looks amazing in person..MAC Pink Pigeon dupe..but do not wear this shade when flash is going to be used..I did the mistake..it makes you look ghastly with flash.



Here it is on moi..

Pros: 

1. The Packaging is pretty. 
2. They are very creamy and glide on well. 
3. Nicely pigmented and stays on better than other creamy lipsticks…they stay for around 4-5 hours and do not fade completely. 
4. Amazing pinks..I actually loved all 4 pinks ! This one is for pink lovers..
5. Economical. 
 
Cons: 
1. Pow1 looks ghastly with flash.
2. Looks blotchy when layered quiet a few times..you need to remove the previous first and reapply for touch ups.
 
Overall, this range has great pinks..and there is one for everyone..there is a neon pink, coral pink, fuchsia pink..you will find your favorite pink or pinks 😉 I am going to buy POW2 next..I love that one too..Highly Recommended !
 
Rating: 
 
Quality: 4.25/5 
Value for money: 4/5 
Availability: 4/5 
 
Overall rating: 4/5 
 
Would I buy it again: Yes..POW2 is next.
 
Have you tried the Maybelline Pink Alert Lipsticks ?

Tips and Toes Hydra Rich Lipstick Plum Blast Review, Swatches

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Tips and Toes Hydra Rich Lipstick 14 Plum Blast Review, Swatches

Guest Post by Dev

Hello Everyone,

I always associate Tips and Toes with the inexpensive nail polishes that line the local beauty store counters. So when Tips and Toes came up with their makeup products, I didn’t pay much attention. Then I saw Bhumika’s post on their Press release for the new Hydra Rich lipstick; the idea of selecting a lipstick by sun-sign seemed fun but I didn’t consider buying it as I was in love with Colorbar Velvet Mattes then.


However, my opinion changed when I was checking out some lipsticks at the beauty counter at Saravana stores in Chennai [T Nagar branch] and came across this beauty. I was looking for some hydrating lipsticks to carry on my trip to Toronto, as I’d heard that fall & winter was pretty harsh there. I swatched some shades and was hugely impressed by how creamy it felt and got this shade as berry shades as my safe bet.


About Tips and Toes Hydra Rich lipstick:  
Price- INR 350. Available in 14 shades. 

Packaging: Black plastic casing with the labels in shiny pink – looks pretty. On the down side, there is no way of identifying the color inside without opening the case. 
Brand promises: Creamy lipstick with moisturizing effect [the rest looked like marketing jazz]

My experience:


This is one of the creamiest lipsticks I have tried and also one of the best shades for Fall season.  The color applies beautifully and in semi-intensity in a single swipe, which is awesome as it allows the color to be built or left sheerer. I tried this either ways and loved both looks. 
On full color, this comes off as a purple-toned wine red shade with a purple sheen. If applied sheer, it shows as a more purple-pink shade.  This color would suit most skin tones especially warmer dusky skin tones of us Indian ladies. 


However, this is not a lipstick you can wear with a light makeup; this kinda demands a perfect face to go with, to give a classy look. Also I would suggest a neutral eye makeup and bronzer-highlighter combination to go with this color. This would be a great shade for evening wear as well.


There is no harsh scent or taste; however this does not stay very long, averages around 2-3 hours for me. It does leave a nice tint though, but if you like long wearing lipsticks, this may not be one for you.

Pros:
1. Creamy finish
2. Moisturizing – can avoid lip balms  [not in Winter though & not if too dry skinned]
3. Good pigmentation and buildable color
4. Shade would suit most skin tones

Cons:
1. Availability – I don’t know where this is available as Tips and Toes don’t have an online store
2. Price- it seems a bit unexpected to see an INR 350-tagged product for Tips and Toes
3. Average staying power – not a con for me as I don’t mind reapplying.

Overall: I would definitely like to buy another deeper shade, may be the red one, especially if I can get them on sale.

About Dev: Dev is a Canada based beauty blogger..and blogs at http://thatmakeuplady.blogspot.in/. Do check out her blog for US based brands’ reviews..she has lots of them…

Editor’s Note:  Thats indeed a fab shade Dev..and I agree perfect for fall.

Have you tried the Tips and Toes Hydra Rich Lipsticks ?