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Lakme Makeup Pro App Review

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.

Lakme Makeup Pro App Review, App Review, Makeup App

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?

Food Review: Fuhgeddaboudit at Botticino,Trident BKC

Food Review: Fuhgeddaboudit at Botticino,Trident BKC

Hi guys,

We went to Botticino at Trident, BKC yesterday for lunch. They have this Fuhgeddaboudit festival going in which is all about light ‘on the go’ Italian power lunch from 16th to 19th May.

About the fest: Fuhgeddaboudit! Italian gangsters, or ‘wiseguys’, love to eat. With one eye on the pasta and another on the clock, they’re always on the lookout for a great meal. So you might just bump into one at Botticino, where we’re serving some unforgettable Italian power lunches. Whether you’re a Godfather, or one of the Goodfellas, or just another wiseguy, you won’t be able to “fuhgeddaboutdit”!

Manager at Botticino, Alisha Rampal and the Chief Chef, Sushil Multani explained us a bit about the fuhgeddaboudit festival and what it involves. How it is supposed to be light and quick and inspired from the Italian mafias.

These are the items included in the Italian fest.

Coming to the food, we were served fresh bread with a dip, at the start. It was quite fresh and some of them were really nice.

I went with the Chandon Brut Rose and hubby went with his favourite Sula Satori.

For the appetisers, we were served Compressed watermelon and goat cheese salad with citrus fruits, roasted pine nuts and lemon vinaigrette. Chef told us how the watermelon is compressed with kaffir lime leaves and the blend with citrus fruits, feta and roasted pine nuts was delish.

Compressed watermelon and goat cheese salad

And the Tomato and Bocconcini with fresh mozzarella and cherry tomatoes.

Tomato and Bocconcini

For main course, we were served Eggplant Parmigiana and Spinach Ricotta Crepes with roasted tomato sauce. The crepes were nice. I did like the blend of flavours in the Parmigiana but I am not a fan of eggplant, so couldn’t have much.

Eggplant Parmigiana
Spinach Ricotta Crepes

Since the food was taking time, we were served orange sorbet in between which was quite refreshing.

Orange Sorbet

And lastly, the Penne Arabiatta pasta with garlic, chilli flakes and tomatoes. Ok, so I like my pasta with an extra dash of olive oil and lots of parmesan. While this was supposed to be light and had no cheese, I missed my Parmesan. I wish I could have added the Parmesan additionally on top.

Penne Arabiatta

For the desserts, we had Panacotta with seasonal fruits and raspberry coulis topped with cinnamon honey and hubby went with Mango Cassata.

Panacotta with seasonal fruits and raspberry coulis
Mango Cassata

The panacotta was light and absolutely yummy with the fruits and a tinge of cinnamon honey in between every bite.

I was not very pleased with the waiting time though. For every dish, we had to wait for 20-25 minutes,and I thought according to the theme of the fest, it was supposed to be quick and ‘on the go’. Though I appreciate the chef cooked stuff fresh for us, but we were getting late, I hope that is not the case always.

Nonetheless, the food was nice and I had a great time. If you love Italian food, make sure you go for the fuhgeddaboudit festival at Trident, BKC. Tom is the last day!

Do you like the pics? Which is your favourite dish?

P.S: I was invited for the fest but that does not affect my review.

Za True White Emulsion Review

Za True White Emulsion Review

What the Company claims: This feather-light, non-oily emulsion easily permeates into the skin to give translucency, brightness, even-tone while replenishing moisture levels for an incredibly soft and smooth skin

MRP: Rs.899/- for 125 ml

Ingredients: 4MSK, Vitamin C derivatives (AMP and VC-IP), Prism Enhancer, SPA Ingredients: Trehalose, Natural Spring Water, White Lily Extract

All Ingredients:

How to use the product: Smooth an appropriate amount over face with hand or cotton pad after toner.
Slowly apply the emulsion from the centre of the face outwards.

It comes in a slender,sleek bottle with the signature Za curve packaging . It has a nice,easy dispensor,so you just dab the bottle and you get the product. Dab it as many times for the required quantity.

It is very very light and serum like in texture..you know how serums and emulsions are light and water based. But when it comes to moisturisation, it hydrates your skin like nothing else! You just need one single dab of product for entire face and I usually end up taking more, as we take in a cream, but that always ends up being too much and I use the remaining on my hands.

It has been my staple for summers since it is very light and not at all heavy on the skin. But it takes some time to get absorbed completely into the skin.

I definitely recommend it for summers, especially for oily skin. Dry skin might need an additional cream but in winters, for summers, this is perfect for dry skin too.

And considering the quantity you need,this bottle is going to last you really, really long!

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried the Za True White Emulsion? 

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

Jewellery Haul from La Elegante’

Jewellery Haul from La Elegante’

La Elegante’ is the baby of Mumbai based Shalini who started this facebook store last March and now has avid buyers from all over India and also gets international requests time and again. Check out her page and jewellery HERE.

About La Elegante’ (In Shalini’s words): ‘La Elegante’ is an online store which deals with trendy fashion jewellery and Ethnic Temple Jewellery. La Elegante’ was launched on March 8 2014 on the one day celebrated across the world as Woman’s Day – after all our store is also about “Celebrating Womanhood” .

For a very long time fashion has been my passion and that’s exactly the basis of my store as well. La Elegante’ – the place where Fashion is a Passion!

We have pocket friendly prices (price range being from Rs.30 to Rs.1500) We offer bags and clutches, trendy fashion earrings , neckpieces , bracelets and cuffs , assorted accessories like watches, hairbands, Rings, temple jewellery etc. in this range.

A step taken little over a year and a month back with 20 FB likes on the first evening is now a family of 30000 + patrons. It is their constant support and feedback which continues to motivate La Elegante’ to move forward with more collections and ensures Fashion is available at pocket friendly prices.

Its run by me …my name is Shalini Girish …an avid reader, music buff and my stress busters are my kids and my guitar…helps me unwind.

Life is fashionable and bliss….touche’

I loved the simple pearl pieces and the beautiful temple jewellery she stocks. I love temple jewellery and I feel it looks amazing with a simple South Indian saree. Also the fact that her prices are pretty reasonable compared to other online facebook stores.

I bought these pretty pieces recently from her store recently. They were neatly packed in separate plastic covers with bubble wrap and all together in a bigger plastic box.

This beautiful red and black beaded tribal necklace is my most favourite! How pretty and statementy is it! Can’t wait to pair it with my simple tees and shirts as this is more than enough and a statement in itself.

A white and gold layered pearl statement bracelet, a pair of gold and white square earrings. Isn’t that design quite cute.

And this pearl and diamante ring..

How pretty is this ring!

Did you like the haul? What is your favourite?

My Experience at the L’Occitane Spa La Vie,Mumbai

My Experience at the L’Occitane Spa La Vie,Mumbai

About: Live the Spa Life.. live Spa Vie by L’OCCITANE.

Welcome to an 8000 sqft Mediterranean Wellness Sanctuary in a magnificent standalone building hidden away but yet right in the heart of the hustle bustle of South Mumbai. Come escape to our Water ensconced Lounge before or after your treatment, indulge in Provencal inspired rituals on a heated stone Hammam bed, pamper the body and the face with our Shea from Burkina Faso and Immortelle from Corsia, enjoy well-being soaking ceremonies in free standing Bathtubs in every treatment room, feel refreshed in your private steam chamber after a revitalizing signature aromachologie massage, spend soulful moments in the VIP Couple’s Suites, host an intimate Spa Soiree with your friends and embrace freshness with the 20 feet living Green Wall in the Spa courtyard.

This post is long long due, I had been to L’Occitane Spa La Vie at Lodha Bellissimo in Jan. The entrance of the spa itself is beautiful and the entire area so quiet and nice.

Just after the reception area, there is this long sofa and comfortable chairs, a fabulous seating area. An artificial small pond Faux De Provence created on the side. Opposite to the seating area are all L’Occitane products which you can check out and/or buy.

Services and Rates

I filled up a questionnaire which had basic questions about my health and my problem areas. My problem areas were the back and neck mostly coz of working whole day on the computer. I was suggested the Relaxing Aromachologie Massage which is a mix of Swedish, Accupressure and Balinese techniques.

MRP: Rs.3250/-

Duration: 60mins

I was offered ginger tulsi green tea and a hot compress. My shoes were changed and I was given a pair of osho slippers. I visited the entire spa and all the different rooms. L’Occitane Spa La Vie is the only spa in Mumbai to have hammam too. They also have a separate room for a spa party where 6 people can enjoy being pampered at a time..perfect idea for a bride and her bridesmaids.

The couples’ room is also amazing and spacious with a bath tub and the option of a common bathroom too.

I was given a white bathrobe to change and my feet and legs were washed at first. Then the massage started with the hands and then the therapist moved towards the legs. After which I had to turn around and she concentrated on the back and neck. I can’t even describe how relaxing and nice it was. I had dozed off to sleep, though she was asking in between if the pressure was fine and bearable. She had also sprayed a pillow mist which smelled so awesome, that it immediately relaxes and induces one to sleep.

Hammam- See the showers at the top

RELAXING PILLOW MIST: Associating the tranquilizing virtues of essential oils natural 100% (lavender, tea tree and geranium) and an extract of flower of linden tree, this pillow mist calms tensions and soothe nerves. Its aromatic fragrance helps ease away stress and anxiety and promotes a peaceful, repairing sleep! (Surely buying it next!)

 

I have no idea when the 60 minutes passed and I was like why 🙁 I wanted it to go on and on 😀 I was given the option of having a bath but the therapist suggested to let the oils stay on the skin for them to get absorbed and hence I kept them.

It was a serene and calming experience. Highly recommend it to everyone. Book an appointment today at LoveOfSpa.com

Rating: 4.5/5

Have you been to L’Occitane Spa La Vie? Share your experience below.

P.S: Services were provided by the brand but it has not affected my opinion.

Summer Sunglasses Carnival by Lenskart.com

Summer Sunglasses Carnival by Lenskart.com

About Lenskart: Lenskart is India’s leading online shopping portal for eyewear. With a country-wide reach including cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bangalore and Ahmedabad, online shopping India has been made easy with Lenskart. You can order from a gamut of options ranging from sunglasses to eyeglasses to contact lenses for men and women. It provides a platform for people to spice up their life with the latest international runway trends at amazing prices. Lenskart is India’s online shopping portal that gives great discounts and amazing offers on a daily basis.

Guiding our customers through a hassle-free mode of purchase and payment, we provide a playful opportunity to shop online. Indulge in the addictiveness that Lenskart brings to online shopping India and choose your favourite frames, sunglasses or contact lenses from the huge collection of designer eyewear and get it delivered to your house in no time. With impressive sale and reviews, this is the place for you to shop online. Get addicted!

Sunglasses
Having stepped out of their functional role, Sunglasses are an important fashion accessory today. They don’t just shield your eyes from the glare caused by the sun but give you an oomph factor too. From celebrities to the whose-who of the society, everybody is crazy about sunglasses.

From sunglasses to eye glasses to contact lenses, all your eye needs can be taken care of at Lenskart.com

Come summers and we totally rely on our sunglasses. Its important too as our eyes and the skin around are the most sensitive part and we need to protect it from the scorching heat.

It’s just March and the heat is unbearable right now, I can’t even imagine April and May. I would recommend sunglasses and scarf to be worn by everyone. An umbrella too, if possible, but these two for sure to protect your eyes and head from the harsh rays.

You are in for a treat if you are planning on buying new sunglasses coz Lenskart.com is coming up with India’s biggest sunglasses carnival.

Lenskart is going to organize India’s biggest sunglasses carnival ever, more than 5,000 sunglasses are on attractive discounts including all top brands and how it’s strategically placed when the summers are just coming in, from 28th to 31st March

So, wait for the carnival on 28th March and stock on your sunnies from Lenskart 😀

L’Oreal Paris Skin Perfect Cream Age 20+ Review

L’Oreal Paris Skin Perfect Cream Age 20+ Review

Hey guys,

Remember the post about the new L’Oreal Skin Perfect Range I did HERE. It has three different creams in this range according to Age 20+,30+ and 40+.

I have been using the 20+ from about 40-45 days now and it’s time to review.

What the Company claims: Age 20+ Skin Perfect Range comprises of a day cream along with cleansing foam.Combined with Perlite and Salicylic Acid it helps keep oiliness, pimples and blemishes at bay through your twenties while giving you that perfect clear skin glow.

The 18g Cream is priced at Rs 99, 50 g Cream is priced at Rs 325

Ingredients:

It comes in both tube and glass jar packaging. I was using this tube one before I received the glass jar ones. I have been using the tube since 40-45 days and there is still some product left.

Really like the ease of use and carrying the tube provides, the glass jar is heavy and definitely not meant for travel.

Its off white in color and thick in texture. I love the floral talc like light smell. Since its a bit heavy, you need to blend this well on the skin or else it might leave a whitish cast or layer.

It gets immediately absorbed and settles (coz of the talc) and gives a nice brightening effect to the skin. (coz of perlite). Also the presence of salicylic acid would help acne at bay and niacinmide helps in lightening the scars to an extent.

It did not break me out and kept the skin matte and dry for atleast 4-5 hours.

Since most of the people in 20+ group are from the oily skin category, they have made the formula suited for oily skin. But if you are into your late 20’s and your skin is combination to dry, you will definitely not like this as a moisturiser and would need an additional one to moisturise the skin.

I use a moisturising sunscreen over this since only UV filters are not enough and cannot replace your sunscreen.

Overall, I would say its perfect for oily skin and late teens to early 20’s skin who need a moisturiser that is not heavy,absorbs easily and mattifies their skin. I am liking it this summers since its very hot and humid here and sometimes I just don’t want anything heavy or greasy on my face. Recommended! But not for dry skin unless you add a separate moisturiser which does not makes sense.

Rating: 3.75/5

Have you tried the new L’Oreal Paris Skin Perfect Cream Age 20+,30+ or 40+?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review.

A very Denim Story/Hi, how do you Denim?

A very Denim Story/Hi, how do you Denim?

Note: There is a Secret Message for all Denim lovers at the end of this article.

Denims, more specifically, jeans, have taken over the clothing industry faster than any other garment has and are as widely embraced, worn and loved the world over. The classic symbol of the American West is now a staple in wardrobes around the world. From a waiter at a restaurant, to the most influential people in the world, everybody has jeans as an important part of their wardrobe.

Have you ever wondered why jeans are so popular?

The main reason for their popularity among the people was not only because of the different ways they are worn, but the different and particular styles in which they ‘wear’. The way jeans wear off over time or the way the “age” says a lot about the person wearing them. They have become a common representative for anyone and everyone’s unique personality. Durable, comfortable and yet stylish enough to always be a part of the latest trends, Jeans are forever.

Denim Over the years

The 70’s
This decade in particular was also popularly known as the “hippie age”. Embroidery, bright colors, stonewash, rhinestones and patches were just some of the jean trends of the time.

The 80’s

This decade is when designer denim was truly born. Designer jeans became a true status symbol. Stonewash, acid wash and ripped jeans were some of the most popular looks, along with skinny leg cuts that were tapered at the ankle

The 90’s

Carpenter jeans and Baggy Jeans were among the most trendy looks, as well as overalls, which were popular among women.

The 2000s

In the early 2000s, with the rise of pop culture denim also became a fashion staple once again, becoming an appropriate item of clothing to wear out on a Friday night or even to the office. A lot of new styles like skinny jeans and Straight cuts began to trend in a very strong manner.

Trending Today
Bell bottoms and Hip huggers are all set to make a remarkable comeback in the spring of 2015. It looks like the 70’s denim culture is ready to spring back to life. We all love our retro side and we know how to pull off the look as well!

Your Secret Message

So, if you wish you could wear jeans all the time, you’re going to LOVE what we have to tell you. We’re more than glad to introduce one of the biggest denim sales in our country brought to you by BRAND FACTORY. Their outlets in Thane, Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, Mysore, Hubli, Mangalore, Ahmedabad and Nagpur are offering a massive 3 day sale with over
1.5 Lakh Branded Pieces on sale.

Why you absolutely MUST go to the BRAND FACTORY on the 13th-15th March

1- All pieces are available at a flat Rs.599/- & Rs.999/- ONLY. Unbelievable right?
2- The brand list includes a set of 25 denim giants like: Lee & Lee Cooper, Pepe, Wrangler, Levis, Wrangler, Flying Machine, Spykar and many more!
3- Rs.2499 is now Rs.999.
4- Rs.1299 is now Rs.599.
5- If the prices weren’t ridiculous already, you can avail additional offer claims on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/brandfactoryofficial and the BRAND FACTORY site!!
6- You have a window of 3 days. Make it count.

Everything comes at a price. At brand factory, for three days, that price happens to be under a thousand bucks!

Isn’t that one awesome sale?! I love my denims and for those of you who do, DO NOT miss this!

EON E-Vape: The New IN thing

EON E-Vape: The New IN thing

Oh, em, gee: there’s a new fun thing in town, and everybody’s SUTTAOING it (well, not quite literally). Rrithik Hoshan, Lunny Seone – I have even heard that Middharth Salhotra cannot live without it. Its called EON E-Vape, (Geekos refer to it as electronic vaping device) and it is supposed to be to cigarettes what kindle is to books. :p

If you are below 18, please close this page!!!!!!!

It is not powered by matchsticks or lighters. Gone are those days. Gen-X wants an “E” prefixed to everything. It does not fart out smoke, tar or ash and all that polluting stuff (Remember that gory ad played before movies @ PVR: ITNA TAAR AAPKO BIMAAR, BAHUT BIMAAR BANA DETA HAI. Well, apparently, all that will soon become unreal if this stuff catches up). And btw, there is no plug attached to it, its battery powered. As the slogan goes, it is literally – ANYTIME, ANYWHERE, with 2 flavours – Rich Flavour & Menthol.


Three of my close friends are already hooked on to it – For the first, the smoking lounge is way too far from his desk and he prefers Vaping in the comfort of the loo. It works just fine as it does not piss off any of the millions of smoke alarms installed in his office. For the other guy, it helps him distract himself from the gruelling study schedule in his bedroom. A cigarette was too risky as his mom had a real powerful smell sense. J For the last chic, well, she loves to EVD her frustration out after a gruelling day on an AC bus along the Powai-Goregaon route in Mumbai (Yes, she does it on a BEST bus and its apparently not illegal).

What makes it likely to catch on? Well, for starters, as I explained above, it is super convenient – Doesn’t piss off smoke alarms, fellow travellers, law-keepers, moral police. Its core appeal (Convenience, Read Anytime & Anywhere) stands on two legs – Smoke-free & Battery powered. Whether it will catch up or not, well, no prizes for guessing where my bets are. :p
Apart from this one thing, it’s just regular SUTTA. Doesn’t promise you heaven or wonderland or Katrina Kaif.

Chalo guys, I am in my bedroom, back to Vaping.

Follow them on Twitter @PlanetEON or like on facebook here https://www.facebook.com/planeteon?fref=ts

PS: Please don’t jump on the celebrity bandwagon. I wrote that last night when I was Vaping this stuff. Lol. :p :p :p

Note: This is a fun,fiction post. I do not smoke

Shopping Experience using VoucherCloud India

Shopping Experience using VoucherCloud India

Recently launched in India, vouchercloud is a service that finds coupons and coupon codes for all your shopping needs helping you Live More, Spend Less.

vouchercloud delivers the best local deals straight to you, whenever and wherever you like!

You can use coupon codes for online shopping, or access print coupons to use in-store from off from the site.

It can help you save with superb, exclusive money-saving discounts on your favourite activities; eating out, leisure and entertainment, shopping, travel and lots more.

I am on a shopping spree right now..I tried out Vouchercloud and using the coupons, shopped from Fashionandyou.com and Voxpopclothing.com

They had a 20% off on all orders on Fashionandyou.com coupon and that was over and above the discounts the website already had.

 

I got 20% off using the coupon code mentioned on Vouchercloud over and above the pretty good 50% discount on Femella on fashionandyou. I bought this pretty aqua blue Femella dress and a short sleeves printed top and studded black ballet flats from Steppings which again already had 50% off. Happy me 😀

 

Vouchercloud also had a Voxpopclothing Buy 3 Get 2 offer. I have never shopped from Voxpop, so this was the first. I checked out the site and they had some pretty cool and quirky stuff.

 

I ordered 2 fun tees and one quirky PJ’s and got 2 tees free..again a super deal!

 

 

I am quite happy with my purchases and Vouchercloud..I have seen tons of coupon websites and they pretty much have the same deals leading to the websites which already promote their sales and discounts enough on social media and through emails and messages,so there is practically nothing new. Its been a long,long time that I found a site which actually has ‘coupon codes’ and which work successfully.

I would highly recommend you to check Vouchercloud especially before your next purchases, you are sure to find some useful coupons and save some bucks. From health & beauty, food & drink,travel & accommodation, electronics..it pretty much covers everything.

Have you checked out vouchercloud India yet? Do let me know your thoughts.