Swatches- Unblended- Pink Mint, Macaroon, Icing Sugar (L-R) |
Swatches- Blended- Pink Mint, Macaroon, Icing Sugar (L-R) |
Newport Peach, The Surf, OC (L-R) |
Swatches- Unblended- Pink Mint, Macaroon, Icing Sugar (L-R) |
Swatches- Blended- Pink Mint, Macaroon, Icing Sugar (L-R) |
Newport Peach, The Surf, OC (L-R) |
Quality: 4.5/5
Value for money: 4.5/5
Availability: 3.75/5
Overall Rating: 4/5
Would I buy it again: Yes
Have you tried the Faces Neon Matte Nail Enamels ?
MRP: Rs.1500/- for 30ml
Ingredients:
It comes in a green and white half and half bottle..one side has a light green colored gel and one side some oil..it has a sideways pump dispensor..and both the sides dispense the product together..it is supposed to be combined together and then applied to the hair..like any normal serum..
My hair have turned pretty dry in the last few months..and so I thought of trying this out..it has helped my hair stay hydrated and glossy and shiny..and the most important frizz free..
I use it after my shampooing on half dried hair..and the best part is..it keeps my hair amazingly soft and shiny the next day too ! And it smells amazing..
I am completely in love with it..
Only issue being..I read that one side i.e the gel side of it gets over sooner than the oil one..and hence then only the oil does not give a similar effect..I wish they both came up in equal quantities and finish up together..
Pros:
1. Leaves hair super shiny and glossy.
2. Hair feels softer and hydrated.
3. Stays frizz free.
4. Effect stays on next day too.
5. Easy to use and carry around.
Cons:
1. A little expensive.
2. One side finishes up sooner than the other.
Overall I would say its perfect for dry hair..and gives that required shine and softness..and keeps hair frizz free..this serum is definitely a must try !
Rating:
Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 3/5
Overall Rating: 3.5/5
Would I buy it again: Yes
Have you tried the Kerastase Resistance Fibre Architecte Serum ?
Maybelline Baby Lips Brights Limited Edition description and price in India – Rs. 150.00
Introducing Maybelline Baby Lips New Bright Collection. Pamper your lips with bright colors and continuous moisture. Available in 3 attractive shades. No more basic lip balm
Visibly renewed lips and 8-hr hydration
The secret: Exclusive lip renew formula with SPF 16
Protects and moisturizes lips for a full 8 hours
After 4 weeks, lips are visibly renewed and reborn.
MRP: Rs.150/- for 4.5g
It comes in the same packaging,etc..as other Baby lips..
I am reviewing the shade Neon Rose..
Neon Rose is a bright neon blue based pink..they have the same texture, etc as all Baby Lips..and are quite moisturising..I have one Baby Lips in each of my clutches and bags 😀 You can see how obsessed I am with these..my winter staple !
I only wished Neon Rose was a bit brighter..and so were the other colors in the Color Brights Collection..they are not so bright and pigmented as expected.
But, other than that..a pretty everyday lip balm..with a slight brighter pink touch..read the whole review HERE
Rating:
Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 4/5
Overall Rating: 3.5/5
Would I buy it again: Yes
Have you tried the Maybelline new Color Brights Collection Baby Lips ?
P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review.
Don’t just go for it because we’re telling you! Buy it because you will love it!
• More Vibrant Color from pure liquid pigments
• Cleaner Shine from Maybelline’s 100% wax-free gloss
• Creamier feel from nourishing honey nectar
• Go gutsy with 8 arresting shades
• Easily contours around lips
For Best Results
Step 1: Use the wand to apply starting in the center of your upper lip
Step 2: Work from the center to outer edges of your lips, following the contour
Step 3: Then glide across the entire bottom lip
Get desirous for stunning colours embellishing your lips because the Maybelline Color Sensational Shine Glosses what you want to wear when you pout this summer!
Shades Available:
Plum Luster is a deep pigmented plum shade with silver shimmer..its more pigmented and opaque than Gleaming Grenadine which was a red without shimmer..
Here is it on me..
Pros:
1. Super glossy and shiny.
2. Quiet pigmented.
3. Non Sticky.
4. Economically priced.
5. Travel friendly.
6. A mix of shimmer and non shimmer shades.
7. Stays well for a gloss. 8. Creamy and moisturising.
Cons:
1. I would like more shades..esp non shimmer.
Check out the review of Gleaming Grenadine HERE
Overall I quiet like these..and these are easily available, well priced with good pigmentation and high shine as claimed..I have one non shimmer and one shimmer shade..would review that too..I like the non shimmer more..and would have loved more of those shades in this range. I am trying the Mirrored Mauve next..
Rating:
Quality: 4/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 4/5
Overall Rating: 4/5
Would I buy it again: Yes
Have you tried the Maybelline Colorsensational High Shine Gloss ? Which is your favorite ?
Kaya launches 15 new products to celebrate 10 years of skin brilliance
Introduces five specialized skincare ranges providing advanced and complete beauty solutions
Kaya Skin Clinic, India’s largest chain of skincare clinics, completes 10 years of beautiful transformations in the country and celebrates this landmark achievement with the launch of 15 new specialized products under 5 new skincare ranges. Catering to face, body and hair for both men and women, these specialized Kaya products are designed to address specific skin concerns such as acne, dull skin, anti-ageing and dryness, along with a daily skin care range. The launch of these specific ranges is in line with Kaya’s commitment of providing total skin care solutions to the discerning Indian consumer.
Designed to be personal skincare guide to consumers for various skin types, the new products are categorized under 5 new specialized ranges. Hydra Surge 360 degree, Super Orange Bloom, Intense Clarify HD, White Resilience and Youth ExCell are the new ranges which will address every skin type’s beauty needs while working synergistically with Kaya’s beauty services. Each product has been researched and developed by dermatologists and made using the finest proven active ingredients for lasting results.
Hydra Surge 360º
The new Hydra Surge 3600 range provides total essential hydration for dry and sensitive skin. The unique products under this range are enriched by ‘White Lily’, which is grown organically in Switzerland and known for its hydrating and soothing skin benefits from the ancient times. This revolutionary range helps replenish NMF (Natural Moisturising Factor) and restore the balance between water and lipids of skin, to keep it looking plump, radiant and beautiful for longer. The Hydra Surge 360º range consists of the following products: –
Balancing Cleansing Gel is an instantly refreshing mild cleanser that effectively cleanses dry and sensitive skin without stripping the skin of its natural oils. The moisture complex of hydrating White Lily, Vitamin B5 and Phospholipd (derived from natural Safflower oil with anti-irritant properties) nourishes skin and maintains its moisture balance, leaving it clean, soft and supple.
Priced at Rs. 450 for 100 ml
Rebalancing Mist is a non-alcoholic toner which is enriched with botanical extracts of hydrating White Lily, cool cucumber and soothing witch hazel. It helps reduce the pore size and soothes red skin caused by exposure to UV rays and dry weather, leaving it relaxed, soft and delicately scented.
Priced at Rs. 400 for 100 ml
Calming Moisturiser is a light textured, non-greasy cream that offers an extra dose of nutrients and hydration to dry, itchy and sensitive skin. It is enriched with refreshing, soothing and calming extracts of White Lily and Rose, along with sweet almond oil to replenish and nourish skin, leaving it soft and supple.
Priced at Rs. 850 for 50 ml
Recharging Moisture Concentrate is an excellent formula for intense and long-lasting moisturisation for skin which is dry, irritated and sensitive. Due to the extracts of White Lily and Mourera fluviatilis – an aquatic plant found in Amazonian rivers, this Serum carries a distinctive soothing effect for healthy and silky smooth skin Priced at Rs. 950 for 50 ml
Super Orange Bloom:
Busy lifestyle, constant application of make-up and the weather conditions can really play havoc on your perfect complexion and make your skin look dull and lifeless! To rejuvenate and reinvigorate your skin, Kaya has launched the Super Orange Bloom range, a special skin care line consisting of multi-vitamin complex that revives dull and lifeless skin, effectively making it bright and radiant. This unique and revolutionary formula awakens and purifies the skin with a refreshing feel of orange bloom, anti-oxidant and moisturizing benefits. The Super Orange Bloom comprises of the following products: –
Skin Awakening Rinse is a multi-vitamin shimmering cleanser that is designed to wash away make-up and impurities without altering skin’s natural moisture balance. The perfect combination of Multi-Vitamin Skin Awakening Complex like Vitamins B3, B5, C and E helps in enhancing dull and tired skin thereby giving it a fresh bloom
Priced at Rs. 490 for 100ml
Overnight Skin Replenisher is a light, rich-textured night cream that contains effective Skin Awakening elements like Vitamins B3, B5, A, C & E suitable for all skin types. This specially formulated cream offers anti-oxidant and skin renewal benefits that work best during night time. It not only helps to revive and revitalize dull skin but also boosts skin texture and gives clarity.
Priced at Rs. 890 for 50 ml
Skin Awakening gel provides a pleasant cooling sensation and moisturizes your skin without any greasy after feel. Designed for all skin types, this complexion booster is formulated with encapsulated vitamins B3, B5, A, C, E and F, which instantly get absorbed into the skin, thereby returning it to its natural fresh, smooth and healthy state.
Priced at Rs. 1490 for 50ml
Intense Clarify HD
The Intense Clarify HD range from Kaya is the ultimate solution for uneven skin tone and hyper-pigmentation. This advanced product range comprises highly effective active ingredients which are popularly used by dermatologists to treat pigmentation. The exceptional blend of active ingredients in the products brighten skin, treat cellular discoloration and improve skin clarity. The Intense Clarify HD comprises of three expert products as follows: –
Brightening Serum by Kaya helps in reducing freckles and age spots, thereby giving you a luminous, healthy and even-toned complexion. This cutting-edge formula contains Ferulic acid and Waltheria indica extracts that target spots at every process of melanin formation and prevent future pigmentation.
Priced at Rs. 1490 for 30 ml
Brightening and Firming Eye Serum is a synergetic combination of soy & rice peptides, yeast protein, Hyaluronic Acid and Seaweed Extract. This breakthrough product helps in reducing the appearance of puffiness and discoloration of skin around the eyes. When used daily, this preventive product will help in enhancing firmness and combat signs of fatigue to restore a fresh, vibrant appearance around the eyes.
Priced at Rs. 990 for 10 ml
Youth ExCell
Inspired by breakthrough research in plant stem cells, Youth ExCell is designed to fight the signs of ageing on your skin right from the root. This advanced skincare line uses the extract of stem cells from the Argan tree, which is one of the oldest and rarest plant species in the world. Selected for it exceptional ability to protect and reinforce the regenerative capacity of skin cells, it helps to give you tighter, firmer and deeply rejuvenated skin that glows with a youthful radiance.
Derma Stemness Benefactor is developed with the help of breakthrough research in Plant Stem Cells and the understanding of their unique ability to regenerate and renew. This rich, velvety cream contains plant stem cells and oil of Argan tree, one of the oldest tree species in the world that helps to stimulate human stem cell growth and offer healthier and younger looking skin.
Priced at Rs. 1990 for 50 ml
Derma Stemness Reviving Serum helps in protecting the skin’s regenerative cells. This intense oil-free formula contains Argan Plant Stem cells with advanced liposome technology. This world-class formulation penetrates deep into the skin layers, thereby resulting in cleaner, deeply rejuvenated and youthful radiant skin from within.
Priced at Rs. 2490 for 30 ml
Derma Collagen Intense Solution contains highly concentrated collagen to lift and tighten the skin. It helps improve skin elasticity, to keep skin moisturized, bright and smooth.
Priced at Rs. 1990 for 15ml
Kaya’s White Resilience skincare range combines the exotic youth renewing extracts from two of the most beautiful flowers found in nature – Purple Orchid and Japanese Cherry. The potent whitening actives found in these flowers render a flawless, fairer and a younger look to your skin. The unique ingredients polish away dead skin cells and smoothen the skin texture by reducing dark spots, fine lines and wrinkles to reveal a spotless complexion. The White Resilience range comprises of four exquisitely designed products as follows:
Refining Mist is an alcohol free toner that refreshes skin without stripping its natural pH balance. Enriched with a unique combination of Purple Orchid and Japanese Cherry extracts, it gently removes impurities and reconditions skin for a healthy and natural glow.
Priced at Rs. 490 for 100 ml
Overnight Brightening Nourisher combines skin whitening, youth renewing actives and extracts of Purple Orchid & Japanese Cherry to repair and rapidly help reduce the appearance of uneven and dull skin tone. Enriched with extracts of Imperata Cylindrica root (a subtropical plant containing natural osmo-protective compounds), this light nourisher penetrates deeply into the skin, improving skin elasticity and revealing radiant, firm, smooth and toned skin.
Priced at Rs. 1590 for 50 ml
All Day Brightening Cream is a perfect blend of whitening and youth renewing actives that repair and renew the skin. The distinctive features of each and every ingredient in the cream offer boundless protection against harsh external elements and deliver a luminescent, smooth and flawless complexion.
Priced at Rs. 1590 for 50ml
Also as part of the brand’s 10 year celebrations, Kaya announced the launch of ‘Kaya Skin Bar’ – a new retail format offering a wider array of products, backed by select beauty services. The ‘Kaya Skin Bar’ is a product forward store, backed by highly trained and certified skin counselors, to provide customers with a customized and effective offering.
The 5 newly launched specialized skincare ranges will be part of the newly launched Kaya Skin Bars as well as all Kaya Skin Clinics across India.
So gear-up to celebrate 10 years of beauty with Kaya, pamper and surprise yourself with the new revolutionary product range, and love what you see!
Aishwarya looked ravishing in a golden colour Saree designed by Neeta Lulla on her wedding day. The bride was decked in gold, kundan, precious gems and diamond jewellery from head to toe.
2. Esha Deol:
Dressed in a lovely pink lehenga by Rocky S, Esha looked resplendent at the event. Make-up, jewellery, hair were perfectly done keeping subtlety in mind.
3. Kareena Kapoor:
For her D-day Kareena, wore a green punjabi suit, while Saif chose to dress up in a grey kurta-pyjama since they had a simple registered marriage, for the nikaah ceremony she wore her mom in law Sharmila’s old red gharara..restored by Manish Malhotra..and for the reception or Dawaat E Waalima she again wore a Manish Malhotra “old-world” pink gharara
4. Lara Dutta:
Lara picked a gown by Lebanese-born Elie Saab for her wedding which took place in Christian style. Her gown also had a lot of lace, silk taffeta, and organza and a neckline studded with gemstones. What more!
5. Lisa Ray:
At Jabong.com we strive to achieve the highest level of “Customer Satisfaction” possible. Our cutting edge E-commerce platform, highly experienced buying team, agile warehouse systems and state of the art customer care centre provides customer with:
Broader selection of products
Superior buying experience
On-time delivery of products
Quick resolution of any concerns
Plus they offer Rs. 2000 coupons on sign up..i.e two Rs. 500 coupons redeemable on purchase of Rs. 2000/- and above and one Rs. 1000/- coupon redeemable on Rs. 3500/- and above..
They have everything possible to shop for on their site from clothes to shoes to beauty products to home appliances, decor, bed sheets, curtains,bags, toys, perfumes,accessories, jewellery, etc..
I found the shoes to be super awesome at their deals and plus they are priced pretty decently too..some of the brands to check out are Catwalk, Jove, My Foot, Inc.5, etc
In Bags, Fastrack, Miss Bennett and Lino Perros are worth checking out..plus there are many more..
The best thing is they have Free Shipping and Cash on Delivery on everything..no limited amount, no extra payment for Cash on Delivery !! I love that part..
I received my order in 3-4 days and on a Sunday..I guess many people receive their Jabong parcel on a Sunday ! May be coz they are working everyday..
They had closed down the whole beauty section without any notice in between..I am glad they did open it again..
I ordered this blue ruffled sleeved shrug and Nature’s Essence Lacto Tan Bleach..the box which Jabong people send your products in is made of recycled paper..so no environment harm too there..
I loved shopping from there..and would surely shop again..
Have you shopped from Jabong.com ?
Ok..when I got the opportunity to try the Hair Serenity Service (Straight Hair with Cysteine) at Lakme Salons, I was a little wary since its semi permanent..and I have never colored, treated or done anything to my hair..in fact blow drying and straightening is also very rare..as I find that a little torturous for the hair..so I had to do my small little research..
I had shared about Hair Serenity before here and the difference between this and Keratin treatments..
I found out more and sharing with you guys here..
Why is Formaldehyde Dangerous?
Understanding the Reasoning
The danger comes when formaldehyde comes in contact with our bodies. Formaldehyde is a known carcinogen, but it’s so much more than that. Exposure to formaldehyde can lead to skin, eye, nasal and throat irritation, respiratory illnesses and severe allergic reactions, even from small, unspecified amounts found in products like a keratin treatment. This can lead to headaches, fertility problems in women, lesions on the body, abdominal aches, vomiting and even death. Obviously, a chemical that in small to moderate quantities can lead to a variety of health issues is bound to create some controversy. That’s why there are regulations on formaldehyde in everything from building materials to your everyday hair products.
Why You Should Go Formaldehyde-Free
Be simply inhaling formaldehyde fumes, both you and your stylist are exposed to higher risks of lung cancer.
While formaldehyde treatments had ecstatic customers singing its praises, plenty of women experienced dramatic hair loss from the treatment.
Formaldehyde is a dangerous, carcinogenic substance and should not be used lightly.
About Cysteine: Luckily, a new generation of hair straightening treatments have come along that are safer and more cost effective than previous keratin treatments. One treatment, known as cysteine Brazilian therapy came out fairly recently in the middle of 2011.
As the name implies, this straightening treatment is also from Brazil, but it is not a keratin straightening treatment. Instead, the treatment uses a naturally occurring, essential amino acid called cysteine to straighten the hair, making it a safer treatment than formaldehyde based straighteners. Cysteine is also more naturally absorbent, eliminating the need for a formaldehyde coating to seal the product in. As a result, this hair straightening treatment doesn’t contain any complicated chemical formulas that keratin treatments require.
How It Works: Cysteine & Its Effects
As far as treatment goes, cysteine Brazilian therapy is considered semi-permanent at best. However, several professionals state that treatments containing cysteine instead of keratin can, in fact, last between two and three months minimum.
Overall, cysteine provides a safer options for those looking for straighter tresses. Everyone, from type 3s and 4s to pregnant women, can use this formaldehyde-free hair straightening treatment.
So after being convinced that it won’t affect my hair (I am a little finicky about my hair), I tried to give it a shot..so I went to Lakme Salon in Mulund..
The first step being consultation with the expert..I bombarded him with questions..the usual me still having some doubts :p My biggest concern was whether the new hair that grows would be normal..and would the huge difference show up..I don’t like that half curly half straight look..and he said this does not go inside the roots of hair..and is just used over the hair..and the effect fades away slowly and the whole hair is normal as before again in around 3 months..so I was relieved..this is not straightening..its just smoothening hair and relaxing the frizz..the overall effect is very natural..since my hair is naturally straight with some waviness at the ends..it was not a dramatic difference for me..or such that someone would point out that I have got my hair straightened..
Step 1: Hair is washed thrice with a clarifying shampoo..
Step 2: Hair is blow dried and the Cysteine Complex is applied on each strand on 80% dry hair.
Step 3: The hair is wrapped with thin cling and kept for 35-40 minutes.
Step 4: Each strand is then blow dried..and then ironed with a flat iron..there are some fumes..but not much..
Step 5: Hair is supposed to be relaxed for 20 minutes. And then they are again washed..and a conditioner and serum are applied.
Step 6: Hair is then blow dried again without the heat..just to style and the acai oil is applied.
And tadaa..its done !!
Here is a short video to show the procedure:
The whole process takes around 3-4 hours depending on the length and thickness of hair as each strand is to be worked on individually.
They use the Amazon Series Range for the whole procedure..It was called Cysteine Infusion before..and they have named it Hair Serenity now..
The cost: Rs. 6499/- for below shoulder hair
Rs. 7499/- for above shoulder hair
Both excluding 12.36% service tax..
Ya its expensive..but the effect stays for 2 months..and it all safe and natural plus does not damage the hair during or after in any which ways..
Post treatment care: I have been told to use Sulfate Free Shampoos..so here goes my SLS shampoos for the time being..I am going to use Vedantika and Neev..thinking of getting the Lass Naturals Range..
I did surely recommend the hair serenity service for people who want natural looking, frizz free, straighter manageable hair without the side effects or after effects of formaldehyde..
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P.S: Services were offered by the brand but it has not affected my opinion. My hair are more precious to me than anything :p
Though eternally sporting a youthful golden glow, Jen confessed that her most effective wrinkle-fighting regime consists of little more than ice water and Vaseline.
Rather than splashing out on fancy creams, Jen apparently prefers to dab some of the classic jelly below her eyes before bed instead.
Then to keep her skin firm and pores under control, the Friends actress is said to dunk her face into a sink full of cold water and ice cubes. Eeish!
While we get the idea – the cold water reduces puffiness, tightens up skin and shrinks pores – an icy dip first thing in the morning sounds a bit intense.
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Do you use Petroleum Jelly or ice cold water ?