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The Body Shop Sleepover with Drops of Youth Bouncy Sleeping Mask

The Body Shop Sleepover with Drops of Youth Bouncy Sleeping Mask

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The Body Shop Sleepover with Drops of Youth Bouncy Sleeping Mask

Hi guys,

So yesterday night I had a sleepover with The Body Shop! Not literally :p But, the lovely people at The Body Shop had sent a surprise box and a letter for a sleepover. That’s all I knew, coz the box and letter was to be opened only when they told us the sleepover would be, and it was yesterday night.

As I read the letter first, I had to rip apart the box immediately, I couldn’t contain my excitement looking at all the cute stuff. See what all I got:

  • A #BounceBackBeautiful tote bag
  • A #BounceBackBeautiful Cute Pillow to hug me 😀
  • A mug
  • Hot Chocolate! (My favourite thing in the kit)
  • A stress busting ball
  • Super cute Pink eye mask (Yes, pink :p)
  • The Body Shop Drops of Youth Bouncy Sleeping Mask

The letter it came with..

The Body Shop Drops of Youth falls under their ‘Nutriganics’ Range.

About the product: Discover our Drops of Youth™ Bouncy Sleeping Mask, enriched with Edelweiss stem cells. Designed to be left on while you sleep, this overnight mask leaves skin looking bouncier and feeling replenished. Discover how this mask will bounce your skin back to youth. • Youth-enhancing formula for bouncier, younger-looking skin • Unique bouncy, memory shape texture • To complete your skin care routine, pair perfectly with Nutriganics Drops of Youth Concentrate and Drops of Youth Eye Concentrate

MRP: Rs.2295/-

How to use: Smooth onto face before bed either alone or after Drops of Youth™ Concentrate, and allow to sink in overnight. Do not wash off. For best results, wait 15 minutes before going to bed.

Here is a video that shows exactly how to use it:

It is white in color and gel-like in texture, feels bouncy indeed, difficult to get the product with hands. It comes with a small, white spatula. I used 2 small spatulas and massaged the product on the skin the same way as in the video. I let it absorb on the skin while I enjoyed my hot chocolate 🙂

Here is a picture of me with the mask on and the ‘After‘ is the morning ‘just washed with water’ face. The difference in light is due to night time and day time light. Also, you can see the shine on the face in the pic with the mask as it was still getting absorbed.

L-with the mask, R- Morning Just ‘washed’ face

My skin indeed felt softer,hydrated and smoother. There was no dryness or stretchiness and skin looked refreshed.

I like the fact that it comes with a spatula which makes it hygienic and easy to get the product. But it comes in a heavy glass jar, so it is not exactly travel friendly.

I was very happy with the ‘Sleepover’ idea and the kit, one of the best ideas by The Body Shop. Also, this is one of the best kits I have ever received from a brand.

I actually slept very peacefully yesterday after ages, I don’t know what exactly worked for me, but no nightmares haunting me (Which has been happening since a lot of days, the same old ‘accident’ scenes) and I slept for a long,long time 😀

Thank you The Body Shop for the kit and the sleepover idea.

I loved the mask and I am going to continue using it, would update you guys.

Maybelline Rebel Bouquet Lipstick REB04 Review, Swatches

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Maybelline Rebel Bouquet Lipstick REB04 Review, Swatches

So, after reviewing the shades REB01 and REB05 HERE, here is another shade.

What the Company claims: Color Sensational presents the NEW Rebel Bouquet collection. A burst of rebellious colour!

Why You’ll Love It
Super-saturated pigments give fresh-picked pastels a bright kick. Sumptuous feel and enriched with honey nectar. 6 vivacious shades.

MRP: Rs.450/- for 3.9g

Shades Available: 6 

The packaging is same as the Colorsensational one with a transparent red cap. It is super creamy and soft in texture, and gives a glossy finish. Though it does not glide on easily onto lips, you need to work carefully.

It is not transfer proof and stays for around 3-4 hours but does not survive eating proper lunch, etc. Very moisturising and you do not need any separate lip balm underneath.

Once settled, the lipstick stays put and the glossiness reduces a bit.

While REB01 was an apple red and REB05 a peachy coral, this shade REB04 is kind of a mix. Its a reddish coral shade.

I love this shade! Not something unique, but somehow love how it brightens my face.

Here is it on me..

Overall, I would say the new Maybelline Rebel Bouquet Lipsticks are bright,glossy finish lipsticks that stay for a longer time than usual glossy lipsticks. Comes in 6 pretty red, peach and coral shades. Definitely worth a try. Recommended.

Check out other two shades HERE

Rating:

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

Overall rating: 3.75/5

Did you check out the New Maybelline Rebel Bouquet Lipsticks? Which shade did you like?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

Need a packing list for your get away this summer?

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Need a packing list for your get away this summer?

A perfect summer vacation has to have a nice, comfy, trendy shorts. Denims, of course, I live in them! Shirt dresses are quite IN these days and super comfortable too, for your travels or just a day of backpacking. That remind me of backpacks, again perfect to carry along, and you can just wear them behind and forget about it and be comfortable.

Shorts: True Religion, AG Jeans

Jeans: Hudson Jeans, 7 for all Mankind

Shirt Dresses: DKNY, ATM Anthony Thomas Melillo (Shopbop Exslusive Items!)

Here are a few compilations that will help you in remembering #WhatToPack 😀

I lovee shoes and if you are a shoe addict like me, of course you cannot forget them. Sandals, sneakers are your best bet for summers, also very comfortable for walking when you are on a vacation.

#Shopbop Shoes Day: Every Tuesday of the week as they celebrate the most versatile footwear season of the year. Here are some styles worthy of mention for your summer outdoor adventures!

Sandals: Sam Edelman, Schutz, Ancient Greek Sandals

Shoes: Tretorn, Superga

Then there are some skincare essentials like a sunscreen,moisturiser,etc. A hat, sunglasses and a sipper (water is the most important) are also very much a necessity.

Let me know your #WhatToPack essentials in the comments below 🙂

Beach May Fab Bag Review

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Beach May Fab Bag Review

Hi guys,

I am back with a Fab Bag review. This May, the theme was Beach- Sun,Sand and S*xy. The bag is a super cute, blue and white striped one. I love stripes and nautical, and this is by far, my favourite bag 🙂

MRP: Rs.599/- per month (Offers on 6 months and 12 months subscription. Go HERE)

Read my previous March Fab Bag Review HERE and April one HERE

Also, we have 2 full sized products in the bag and an amazing bonus item this month.

Let’s take a look at the products..

  • Be A Bombshell Eyeshadow Quad in Madrid (Full size- Rs.1200/-)
  • Vana Vidhi Oriental Rice Paddy Face & Body Scrub (Full size,70g- Rs.1599/-)
  • Vichy Ideal White Cleanser & Essence (small sample)
  • Bonus: Bling Scarf (Rs.500/-)

I absolutely love the eyeshadow quad and I am glad I got warm,neutral colors and not the bright oranges and blues which I don’t like much. Madrid is just perfect with golds and browns, I did this makeup look with it.. (See more pics HERE)

The Vana Vidhi rice scrub is nice, gritty but not harsh and moisturising with the blend of essential oils, which does not leave the skin dry. I quite liked it.

A scarf as a bonus is just perfect, they also have 3 different ways to wear a scarf in the Fab Post. Also, every person has got a different scarf, I believe, which is even more cooler.

My least favourite is the Vichy Ideal White, I am not a fan of whitening products, and not really a fan of sample sized skin care too, which does not let you judge much anyway.

But overall, I am so so happy with this month’s Fab Bag, from the bag to the 3 full products, it’s a total paisa vasool bag. Absolutely recommend subscribing to Fab Bag, coz I believe they are only doing better month by month.

Have you tried the Fab Bag yet? What did you get in your May Fab Bag?

Gillette Venus #SubscribeToSmooth Challenge: 2nd Update

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Gillette Venus #SubscribeToSmooth Challenge: 2nd Update

Hi guys,

Time for another update of the Gillette Venus #SubscribeToSmooth Challenge. Read more about the event and the challenge HERE and the previous update HERE.

Another round of shaving after 9-10 days, my skin is still soft and smooth. I will bust the myth ‘Shaving alters or changes skin color or makes it patchy’ today. I have been shaving my legs since quite some now and it did not at all change the color of my skin. Skin might feel a bit patchy right after shaving,if you go for dry shaving and do not moisturise it enough. If you go for wet shaving, no such issue. And the patchiness is just for a few minutes untill you apply moisturiser, even in dry shaving. It does not make your skin change its texture or color in any way.

Your skin remains the same, and in fact it is even more smoother after shaving 😀 We all love those hairless legs’ feeling, right.

Some tips for shaving correctly:

  • Go for wet shaving while having a bath, whenever you can
  • Do not soak your skin in shower for more than 1-2 minutes, before shaving, as you do not want the skin to swell up.
  • Always moisturise before the bath for a smoother shaving experience.
  • Follow up with a nice moisturiser, preferably with retinol to avoid itching and calm the skin.
  • A shaving gel will make the process easier, if you run out of it, you can use your hair conditioner to shave.
  • Use a calamine lotion if you have sensitive skin.

Read the Gillette Venus Razor Review HERE

You can check out Gillette Venus’ facebook app to know more about shaving or follow them on twitter. You can buy the Gillette Venus Razor HERE, the set of cartridges HERE or the combo pack of all with the Satin Care Gel HERE

Happy Shaving 

FOTD: Golden Eyes (Indian Ethnic Look)

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FOTD: Golden Eyes (Indian Ethnic Look)

Hi guys,

I attended a friend’s engagement today and felt like getting decked up a bit, so did some makeup and went with golden eyes.

I wore this pretty orange and pink lace anarkali with golden borders, it’s one of my favourites. So I went with golden and orange tones overall.

For the base, I used the L’Oreal Paris Infallible Reno Liquid Foundation, trying this out currently. Review coming up soon.

I received this pretty eyeshadow quad from May Fab Bag (Review coming next) called Be a Bombshell in Madrid which is the perfect blend of gold,bronze and orange, so I used only this.

I used the beige shade all over my eyes till the lid, the golden shade on the lids and the dark brown on the outer half and crease. For the lower lids, I went with the orangey shade in the inner half and the dark brown on the outer half.

Lined my eyes with the Maybelline Colossal Liner and used the Essence Lash Princess Volume Mascara. For the waterline, I used the L’Oreal Paris Sapphire Blue Gel Liner which looks almost black.

And on lips, I used the Maybelline Rebel Bouquet Lipstick in REB04.

I skipped any blush or highlighter since the face was bright enough. I don’t generally use powders overall as I like dewy finish. But for T-zone, it becomes important as I have combination skin.

I had to rush and did not have much time to find products and hence, finished this quickly with whatever products handy 🙂

I hope you liked the look. It is quite simple and basic, do let me know in the comments below 🙂

Lakme Makeup Pro App Review

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Lakme Makeup Pro App Review

Hi guys,

You all must be knowing by now about this new makeup app launched by Lakme during the Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2015.

Its called the ‘Lakme Makeup Pro’ and it lets you try all the products by Lakme in real time using your phone’s camera! Yes, be it skincare,makeup,everything.

Also, you can match foundation,powder and concealer shades, or try on a particular eyeshadow or lipstick on yourself or on a model.

You can use you phone’s front or back camera or select a picture from your facebook or image gallery. Don’t wish to experiment on yourself? Do it on a friend or pre-fed model’s images.

About the app: Lakmé Makeup Pro is your very own real time makeover app where the camera becomes your mirror. With this app, you can try out all the latest looks, virtually! From prepping your skin to applying makeup; eye shadows to lipsticks, this app allows you to check how each Lakmé product looks on you. With this app you can also try the signature Pro-stylist looks recommended by LakméMakeup Experts. A one-of-a-kind experience brought to you exclusively by Team Lakmé.

How to use the app? Experience real time feed with your front camera, click a picture of yourself or choose a photo from your phone’s gallery. Then, pick and experiment with your favourite makeup products from our huge database. Once you have found or created the perfect look, save it to your gallery and share with your friends! The Lakmé products used will be saved for your convenience. You can also buy your preferred Lakmé products from our e-commerce partner. Lakmé Makeup Pro is your ultimate, pocket-friendly virtual makeup artist.

App Features:
• Try on makeup in real-time & on your own photo
• Over 100 real-life cosmetics shades
• Over 75 Pro Stylist Looks
• Over 50 Product Recommendations
• Build-in color blending technology
• Latest Facial Recognition algorithm
• Save your favourite looks
• Supports ‘BUY’ feature across all available Lakmé products
• Support popular social networks
• Support sharing options

Steps:

1. Experience real-time feed with your front camera. Just turn on the app and it automatically detects your face. You can also try out the app on your friends by taking their pictures with the back camera

2.Pick and experiment with your favorite makeup products and pro stylist looks from the vast range available on the app.

3. Once you have found or created the perfect look, save it to your gallery and share with your friends on your social platforms.

4. Of all the products that you tried, buy your favourite ones right from your phone and have it delivered to your doorstep.

Coming back to my review, I tried the app on myself of course :p

Here I have tried the foundation and the concealer, the concealer looks a little yellow. So, the brightness of the pic, the phone,the camera are certain factors that we will need to keep in mind and that varies a lot on different images.

My phone is usually the brightest, so I had to tone down the intensity of colored makeup products. Also, the way you set your eyes and lips will not be 100% accurate, so do not be frightened if you look like a clown in between 😀 Just re-adjust the eyes and lips to as close as you can, and tone down the intensity of the blush,eyeshadows and lipsticks.

I tried the peach blush, eyeshadow and lipstick here..

You can try and check the ‘Before’ and ‘After’ which will come up half and half on your face,save it, share it. Check the list of products used and either take a note of shades or buy directly on the app.

There are a lot of new ‘Pro Stylist’ Looks and many of Shraddha Kapoor’s new looks from ABCD and a few of Kareena Kapoor’ s looks from new collection launches at LFW, so if you want need a particular shade which Kareena or Shraddha wore, just check the makeup breakdown, maybe try the particular shade on yourself and click ‘Buy’ and get it delivered at your home! Life was never that simple, right? 😀

I think this app is a must try, atleast you can experiment a lot of different looks and shades on yourself and check what shades look good on you.

Download the Android version HERE and the iOS version HERE

What do you think about this new Lakme Makeup Pro App?

OOTD: 3 Casual Outfits

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OOTD: 3 Casual Outfits

Hi guys,

Today I am showing you 3 casual outfits which I have been wearing of late.

Outfit 1:

 

A blue ‘Cinderella’ t-shirt dress from Disney and Kook N Keech collaboration for Myntra. I paired it with my tan brogues and Michael Kors Selma. I added a glitter gold belt to define the waist and give a shape to the dress. And my Daniel Wellington watch and a gold and black layered statement neck piece.

Dress: Myntra
Belt, Shoes: Foot-in
Watch: Daniel Wellington
Necklace: Shop Miss A

Outfit 2:

Second outfit is more of an androgynous look. I have paired a white tee with my blue denims, and layered with a men’s blue tartan cotton shirt from Zobello. Zobello is an online men’s clothing wear site, where you get everything from formal to casual to party wear shirts, trousers, sports wear, shorts, sweat shirts, etc. I love adding a men’s shirt as a layer to my outfit and there are so many other ways to wear your man’s shirt 😉 I love how comfortable and soft the material is and it is quite thick and pure cotton, hence very comfortable and perfect for summer layering.

The only feminine element I have added in this outfit to break the androgyny is this silver semi- precious stones cuff from Silvette. How super pretty is this cuff! I absolutely love it. The shoes and watch are the same as in the above look. I wore this outfit to the Levis’ event a few days ago.

Tee: Marks & Spencer
Denims: Forever 21
Shirt: Zobello
Cuff: Silvette
Watch: Daniel Wellington
Shoes: Foot-in (Also seen HERE)

Outfit 3:

Third outfit is this simple, teal colored dress from Dressberry which I bought during the Myntra sale for some 275 rupees 😀 I paired it with a simple,thin black belt and this gorgeous statement necklace from Rosabelle Treasures. I completed the look with my Daniel Wellington watch, Michael Kors selma mini and metallic gold Vans. I love the combination of teal and gold, the shoes perfectly complimented the dress.

 

I wore this outfit to the Maybelline Rebel Bouquet Collection launch a few weeks ago.

Dress: Dressberry (Myntra)
Necklace: Rosabelle Treasures (Also seen HERE)
Bag: Michael Kors Selma mini
Shoes: Vans (Also seen HERE)
Watch: Daniel Wellington

I just realised after putting this post together, that all three outfits are shades of blue! Its like, 50 shades of blue :p :cheesy much:

This is kind of like a summer fashion lookbook too. If you like more of such casual outfits compilation, do let me know 🙂

Do let me know which outfit/look is your favourite in the comments below 🙂

Shop Miss A Haul: Elf, Accessories,etc.

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Shop Miss A Haul: Elf, Accessories,etc.

Hi guys,

A few weeks ago I shopped from Miss A and here is the huge,huge haul!

About Miss A: Explore your personal styles. Enhance your complete lifestyle. MISS A, world’s No.1 “fast-fashion” retailer, provides an unprecedented selection of today’s fashion, always changing and always in style. Visit http://www.ShopMissA.com

The price formula that is being offered to our customer – “Everything is $1” – lets every MISS A shoppers enjoy a fun and exciting environment to shop and also makes them cherish the moment being in MISS A. It is amusing and welcoming, which allows our customers enjoy their shopping experience at MISS A.

Yes, you read that right! Everything on Shop Miss A is just $1!! Can you beat that?! From accessories, to makeup to knick knacks, you get them all for $1 each.

I bought lots of jewellery, few makeup items from Elf Cosmetics and Kleancolor, LA.Colors, etc.

Coming to the haul now, lets see what all I got 😀

Starting with makeup first, I got

  • e.l.f. Essential Shimmer Eyeliner Pencil-Plum Passion
  • e.l.f. Essential Eyelid Primer-Champagne
  • e.l.f. Essential Healthy Glow Bronzer- Sun Kissed
  • e.l.f. Essential Dual Pencil Sharpener
  • Vintage Cola Lip Gloss- Strawberry
  • e.l.f. Essential Brightening Eye Color-Day 2 Night
  • e.l.f. Essential Shine Eraser- 2 packs
  • Everlasting Lipstick-Holiday Red
  • Wizard Nail Polish Remover Pads
  • Eyelash Adhesive-CLEAR
  • L.A. Colors Shimmering Loose Eyeshadow- Chocolate Sprinkles

Some makeup brushes and tools..

  • e.l.f. Essential Smudge Brush
  • e.l.f. Essential Eye Crease Brush
  • e.l.f. Essential Eyeliner Brush
  • Metallic golden Tweezers
  • Leopard Print Nail File
  • Retractable Travel Lip Brush
  • Multi Polka Dots Cosmetic Pouch

Next are my favourite,accessories..

  • Enamel Star Open Ring- Black & White
  • Enamel Ribbon Bow Ring- Red
  • Genesis Teardop Hoop Gold Earrings
  • Andrea Filigree & Stone Shield Ring- Black
  • Bead Accent Threader Earrings- Teal (So pretty!)
  • Bridget Wrap Bracelet/Arm Cuff- Gold
  • Front & Back Turquoise Stone Earrings (My Favourite)
  • Colored & Clear Rhinestone Earring Set (12 Pairs)- Red
  • Pearl Safety Pin Brooch- Silver(Another favourite)
  • 6 Piece Flower Ring Set- Red

The statement neck pieces..

  • Genesis Luxe Collar Necklace- Gold
  • Shelby Two Tone Chain Link Necklace- Black & Gold
  • Sleek Chain Layered Collar Necklace- Silver

And some random stuff..

  • Floral No Show Socks
  • Filigree Masquerade Mask (which broke a bit in transit :()
  • Superman Locket Charm (I got confused and thought it was with the locket :/)

Yes, all of the above was for $1 each 🙂 I hope you liked my haul. And I am sure, many of you are tempted to shop now, and you should, coz it’s a steal and you save on a lot of bucks!

They have a flat rate shipping of $3.95 within US,$5.95 for Canada and $9.95 for anywhere else in the world. They use normal post and I received the package in 22-23 days. Also, they were no customs charges and I don’t think customs would be levied on them, since they are quite cheap with every product just $1 untill you are ordering something worth $100 or more.

What did you like the most? Do let me know in the comments below.

LYN Nail Lacquer Beach You To It Review,NOTD

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LYN Nail Lacquer Beach You To It Review,NOTD

What the Company claims: The Live Your Now team has worked closely with an expert formulator based in France to create a revolutionary high definition nail lacquer that promises to give you nothing less than pure color perfection.

  • The LYN nail colours are revolutionary High Definition nail lacquers that promise to give you nothing less than colour perfection
  • LYN’s brilliantly curated palette of sheers, shimmers, crèmes and glitters are formulated to provide a high gloss finish for manicures that will really last
  • Furthermore LYN’s innovative flat brush technology delivers precision colour, for a smoother, faster and streak free professional finish
  • The LYN lacquers are formulated with pigments that reveal their true brightness and vividness for ultimate wear
  • These salon quality nail lacquers glide on like satin, dry fast and are available in 100 gorgeous shades

Check out the LYN nails site HERE

MRP: Rs.350/- for 12ml

Live Your Now (LYN) come in a square shaped bottle with black cap. It has different collections like Reds,Greens,Corals bifurcated on the basis of colors and also Glitters,Sugar Rush,Sheers on the basis of finish and texture.

I have reviewed the shades ‘No Morning Blues’ and ‘Didya Vinka At Me’ HERE.

If you have read the review before, you know how I absolutely love LYN Nail Lacquers. Super creamy and smooth,easy to apply,gorgeous shades and finishes,goes streak-free, completely opaque in two coats and stays for more than 10 days without chipping! Phew 😀 I think these are going to be my favourite forever.

I am reviewing the shade ‘Beach You To It’ today which is a gorgeous taupe brown. It is the most unique shade in my stash and the prettiest I have seen. This shade will work with whatever you are wearing and wherever you are, from office to parties to anywhere.

How pretty is this ring!

Absolutely recommend LYN Nail Lacquers.

Rating: 4.5/5

Did you like the shade? Have you tried LYN Nail Lacquers?