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Maybelline Color Show Nail Paints Review, NOTD

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Maybelline Color Show Nail Paints Review, NOTD

Sorry for being MIA..my PC issues plus one of my cousin is getting engaged this Saturday and we have a dancing function too..so need to practice these 4-5 days after office :p And today, I got terrible cold suddenly..nose and eyes watering so much 🙁

What the Company claims: Why You’ll Love It

Chip-resistant formula for bolder color that just won’t quit.
• Easy-flow brush.
• Formaldehyde, DBP and Toluene free.

The fashion fix for your fingertips
Stay right on trend from your tips to your toes with new Maybelline Color Show. Our gel based formula with color popping pigments, comes in 40 bold, super stylish shades that look great on nails. So go on, mix, match and make the most of color.

For Best Results :

First apply a clear base coat to help your nail color last longer. With one sweep, paint the first line of nail polish starting from the base to the tip. Then apply color to the rest of the nail.

With one sweep, paint the first line of nail polish up the centre of your nail starting from the base to the tip. For the cleanest look, be sure to leave a small space at the base of the nail. Then apply color to the rest of the nail.

MRP: Rs.75/- for 6ml

Shades Available : 40

These come in a small cute round bottle..the brush is amazing..super easy to use..they apply streak free and they come in different finish..matte, glossy, metallic, clear top coat..

And the best part, they stay ! It stayed on me for about 6 days before some minor chipping on the tips..

215 Keep Up The Flame is an amazing glossy pinky red.

503 Denim Dash is a matte denim blue with blue shimmer.

221 Buried Treasure is a beautiful bronze brown with hint of olive green duochrome with gold shimmer..my favorite of the lot ! It has a metallic kinda finish. I loved this shade..quite unique.

These are so good for different nail art too..only glitch is when layered for nail art, they take forever to dry..though individually they dry sooner..and did not work when different finish is combined for nail art..like the glossy one did not show up on matte.

Pros:

1. Economical.
2. 40 shades to choose from.
3. Different finishes.
4. Cute round packaging.
5. Easily available.
6. Dries quickly.
7. Easy to use brush.
8. Stays for 6+ days !
9. Formaldehyde, DBP and Toluene free

Cons:

1. Some finish when combined do not work for nail art.
2. Takes time to dry when layered for nail art..though not individually.

I loved the fact that both the price and quantity is lower..coz its easy to finish up 6ml than those 15ml bottles..and saves on price too..plus we get to try more shades at the same rate..

I am in love with these..every shade I see..I fall in love with it 😀

Read more about it HERE

Have you tried the Maybelline Color Show Nail Paints ?

Avon Speed Dry+ Nail Enamel ‘Swift Sherbert’ Review & NOTD

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AVON Speed Dry+ Nail Enamel ‘Swift Sherbert’ Review & NOTD

Review by Lee

Hellooooo Lovelies,

I’m really excited as this is my first post on New Love-Makeup! I really want to thank Bhumika for giving me such an opportunity.
Lately I’ve been feeling very low and sick. I had just recuperated from jaundice when Mr. viral came knocking. I just feel like laying down in bed all day long with all the lights turned off. But one thing that is making me smile in my bad days is the lovely nail paint on my nails which I am going to review today. . It is a beautiful shade called Swift Sherbet’ from Avon.

Price: Rs.199/- for 8ml

Use Before 3 yrs of manufacturing

Product Description:
It claims: Avon brings to you the new and improved nail wear that dries and sets in just 30 seconds! Avon’s Speed Dry + Nail Enamel gives you glamorous and flattering nails every day and for any occasion.

Avon recently launched a variety of vibrant shades in their Speed dry+ Collection. They’re very girly and cute and I cant wait to pick up atleast 5. While all the blogosphere is going gaga over the Maybelline Color Show I’m going to introduce an Avon beauty which deserves a lot more attention.

Shade
Swift sherbert is a pastel milky peach which makes my nails pop. I’ve always wanted a salmon colored nail paint and this is the closest to it. It can make your hands look a bit dull and dark so those with tanned hands might want to avoid it. Though, personally I love the stark contrast of pastels against tanned/dark hands so its all about personal preference.

Packaging
It comes in a small sturdy glass bottle with a black plastic handle. It contains a good amount of product with a decent brush. The brush fans out properly and I can easily cover the nail in 2 swipes.

Texture
The texture is nice and of a good consistency. It isn’t watery or runny and has decent pigmentation. 2 coats will easily give an opaque finish . It’s the most pigmented pastel nail paint I have as most pastels Nps are quite sheer.

It does get patchy especially in the first coat but gives an even finish by the second.
Surprisingly the 30 second drying part is true and even though I didn’t not exactly time it but it did dry very very quickly. I absolutely hate applying nail paints and waiting for hours(sure feels like it) for it to dry off so a big yay for this one!

It lasted for 3 days without chipping after which I faced minimal chipping. By day 5 it did start to chip quite a bit . However, if you apply this with a top coat you can easily get perfectly manicured nails for 5+ days.

Pros:

1)A unique pastel peach which I haven’t seen in the Indian market yet
2)Does not chip for 5 days with a top coat
3)Decently pigmented
4)Dries very quickly
5)Did not stain my nails
6)The bottle is sturdy and travel friendly

Cons:

1)Gives a patchy finish in the first coat.

Rating- 5/5

Final recommendation- Swift Sherbet is a beautiful pastel peach which grabs attention instantly. It has a nice consistency and lasts a good amount of days. It dries very quickly however it does give a patchy finish in the first coat which is easily rectified by the second coat. If you love pastels then you should definitely give this a try.

Check out the review and NOTD of another shade Orange you Quick HERE

Editor’s Note: I love them too ! They really dry quick..I totally lack the patience and hate the waiting part in drying nail paints..I have tried Orange You Quick from this range and loved it..Swift Sherbert is such a pretty pastel indeed !

Have you tried Avon Speed Dry+ Nail Enamels ?

Faces Matte and Hi-Shine Nail Enamels Review, NOTD

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Faces Matte 75 Ibiza and Hi-Shine 69 Motivated Nail Enamels Review, NOTD

Faces Cosmetics has come up with two new range of nail enamels..hi-shine and neon matte…

Some super awesome shades in both..especially the neon matte !

Faces Hi- Shine Nail Enamel

What the Company claims: High on shine and bang on trend, these elegant shades are always there by your side. Our high-quality formulas contain a blend of non-harmful plasticizers which modify the nail enamel film to be flexible, thus resisting chipping and cracking. It also provides proper hardness, gloss and adhesion to the nail. TOLUENE & DBP, Camphor and Formaldéhyde free. Perfect glide and full colour on application. Safe for your nails.

MRP: Rs. 199/- for 9ml

Faces Matte Nail Enamel

MRP: Rs.229/- for 9ml

They come in normal Faces Nail Enamels packaging..the brush is awesome..no streaking or spreading out..dries quickly..and it stays and stays !

I am so in love with these !

Faces Hi- Shine 69 Motivated is a super pretty raisin pink shade..it looks amazing be it with your formal wear or casual wear..this is one shade that you can wear with anything and everything..right now this one is on my toes too 😀 Goes opaque in 2 coats..

Faces Matte 75 Ibiza is a neon bright coral..I love this too ! A perfect holiday wear color I feel..this just pops your nails ! This comes up sheer and needs 3 coats for opaque finish..I have 2 coats here and you can see the nails are not fully opaque.

Pros:

1. Amazing brush.
2. Stays for 5-6 days without chipping and then just little chipping on the tips.
3. Hi Shine gives super glossy finish and Matte ones are amazingly gel like matte.
4. TOLUENE & DBP, Camphor and Formaldéhyde free.
5. Dries quickly.
6. For the quality and quantity, the price is perfect.
7. Tons of shades to choose from.

Cons:

1. Matte needs 3 coats for opaque coverage.

I am so loving them both..Highly highly recommend these both ! Totally worth the price ! I also like Faces Matte in Bubblepop..a bright neon pink..

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 4/5

Would I buy it again: Yes..for sure !

Have you tried the new Faces Hi-Shine and Matte Nail Enamels ?

P.S: PR Samples. Honest Review.

Lakme Absolute Gel Stylist Scarlet Red Review, NOTD

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Lakme Absolute Gel Stylist Nail Paint Scarlet Red Review, NOTD

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

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

MRP: Rs.400/- for 15ml

Shades Available: 8

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

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

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

Pros:

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

Cons:

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

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

I quite like Pink Burst and Coral Rush too..

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again: Maybe..

Have you tried the Lakme Absolute Gel Stylist Nail Enamels ?

Current Favorites- 3

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Current Favorites-3

After a long long time, I am doing the currently loving post 😀

These are my current favorites..

Ferrero Collection chocolates I received on my engagement..I have almost finished it now :p I will use the box to store my earrings or rings..lets see 😀

Sleek MakeUP Vintage Romance Palette..check out the review and swatches HERE..I am so loving it..especially the shade Lust in L.A.

Pearl Bib Necklace and pearl stud earrings..

Avon Speed Dry Nail Paints..they save so much of my time.. :p Check out the shade Orange you Quick and their review HERE

What are your current favorites or what are you loving ?

Avon Speed Dry Nail Enamel Orange you Quick Review, NOTD

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Avon Speed Dry Nail Enamel Orange you Quick Review, NOTD

What the Company claims: Avon brings to you the new and improved nail wear that dries and sets in just 30 seconds! Avon’s Speed Dry + Nail Enamel gives you glamorous and flattering nails every day and for any occasion. The nail enamel comes with a Volcanic Rock formula that makes nails look and feel rock hard. The high speed color dries giving you a high shine yet subtle finish. It’s perfect for brightening up fingers and toes if you’re in a rush.

When it comes to nail wear women always look for a gorgeous yet classy manicure. The Speed Dry nail enamel comes in bolder, crisper as well as light pastel shades. The brush is extremely easy to use and hold and the shades are original, unflavored, true and rich. Choose from attractive palette of 14 sizzling High-speed shades ranging from pop orange, hot pink, twilight blue to bold melon red to make your fingers look chic and uber cool!

Play with trendy colors to get the nails you want!

PRICE: Rs. 199/- MRP

Comes in some pretty colors..Orange you Quick is a creamy bright orange..looks reddish orange indoors..

Its actually quick drying and I love it..coz I always mess my nail paints while drying :/ 2 coats give good opaque coverage..and it stays for 4-5 days without chipping..did not stain nails..and stayed well.

Pros:

1. Comes in pretty shades.
2. Super quick drying.
3. Stays for 4-5 days without chipping.
4. 2 coats give full opaque coverage.
5. Does not stain nails.

Cons:

1. Available only through Avon reps.
2. I prefer a less wider brush.
3. I don’t think its DBP, Toluene and Formaldehyde free..as not mentioned.

Overall I do like these..coz these are super quick in drying and come in pretty shades and stays well without chipping for 4-5 days..

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Hot items back season!  Only $14.99!
Don’t miss, girls!
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Have you tried the Avon Speed Dry Nail Enamels ??

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

Clinique Nail Enamel for Sensitive Skin

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Clinique unveils a colourful nail innovation.
A Different Nail Enamel for Sensitive Skins

THE FACTS
Did you know a person touches their eyes on average 200 times a day? With all that comes in contact with hands and fingers throughout the day, there are many culprits that can irritate the eyes. Did you know that nail enamel can cause irritation and even contact dermatitis on the suspectibly thin skin around the eye? Amongst the dermotological community, nail enamel is also considered a significant allergen source for periorbital dermatitis—a facial rash that develops around the lower and upper eyelids. People who suffer from these conditions often-times do not realize the connection between touching and rubbing the eye area, and fresh manicures.

THE SOLUTION
As an allergy tested and 100% fragrance free cosmetic brand, Clinique scientists challenged themselves to develop a nail enamel formulated to minimize unwanted reactions to the nails and skin and eyes.

Six years in the making, Clinique introduces a pioneering innovation to the nail enamel industry: A Different Nail Enamel for Sensitive Skins is formulated to minimize skin sensitivity. It is dermatologist tested, ophthalmologist tested and appropriate for sensitive skins and sensitive eyes.

Clinique conducted extensive research to ensure that A Different Nail Enamel for Sensitive Skins meets Clinique’s standards of utmost quality. In fact, three years of research and three years of product development stand behind A Different Nail Enamel for Senstive Skins. The final revolutionary formula was tested for one month on women with sensitive skin and sensitive eyes.

The formula is beautifully balanced to maintain a high shine and streak free application. It’s quick drying and available in a wide colour variety, including a few of Clinique’s iconic hues and seasonal, trend setting shades. The high gloss finish is chip resistant for seven days of wear when used in tandem with A Different Nail Enamel Base and Top Coat for Sensitive Skins.


Clinique’s new nail enamel also makes at-home application easy. An exceptionally designed thin, flat brush allows for a controlled spread of saturated colour to glide easily and evenly across the nail bed.

THE COLOURS
12 shades in a rainbow array of go-to colours make up the permanent Clinique nail enamel collection including: Call my Buff, Sweet Tooth, Fizzy, Hi Sweetie, Really Rio, Happy ♥, Red Red Red, Party Red, Black Honey, Indie Rock, Concrete Jungle and Made of Steel.

THE INSPIRATION
Let these cute and clever shade names transport you to a different time and frame of mind….

·         Black Honey: Clinique’s iconic, fan favourite Almost Lipstick shade is now for nails and richer than ever.

·         Red Red Red & Party Red: Two of Clinique’s most beloved shades of red lipstick now exist for nails.

·         Concrete Jungle, Indie Rock & Made of Steel: an array of metallic greys reflect modern, edgy and contemporary style.

DETAILS
A Different Nail Enamel for Sensitive Skins is dermatologist tested, ophthalmologist tested and formulated for sensitive skins. Available at Clinique from June 2013 onwards for INR 1,100/- across India.

Allergy Tested. 100% Fragrance Free.

P.S: PR Info

Lakme 9 to 5 Nail Color Rosey Monday Review, NOTD

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Lakme 9 to 5 Long Wear Nail Color Rosey Monday Review, NOTD

What the Company claims: Paint your nails in rich, high-shine colors. The chip-resistant formula ensures flawless results with each application. Layer with a clear top coat to retain that freshly applied look, day after day. Ultra rich color in new shades. Sealing shine for long-lasting wear. Perfect glide brush for smooth, hassle-free strokes.

It offers a sealing shine for long- lasting wear and a perfect glide brush for smooth, hassle-free strokes. Dip the brush in the nail paint and remove the excess. Now glide over each nail staring from the side of the nails. Apply second coat only after the first coat has completely dried.

I mentioned about the new revamped Lakme 9 to 5 Office Stylist Range HERE..and have reviewed the lipstick Peony Goal HERE

Time for the Lakme 9 to 5 Long Wear Nail Color in Rosey Monday..tom is monday :sigh: Poor Monday is hated by everyone..who wants to get to work after a good weekend..but here is a nail color named after Rosey Monday..and is a pretty bright peachy pink..

MRP: Rs. 200/- for 9ml
It comes in a round huge bottle..and has a lot of qty to offer..I love the brush..Lakme has definitely worked on the brushes..these are pretty easy to use..
Formula is nice..with 2 coats you get a nice opaque coverage..and the best part ! It stays for a whole week..yes..with these you can be rest assured your nail paint would not chip for a week..I am loving it ! Who has the time and patience to change nail paints..lazy me does not :p
Comes in 15 shades..there are pinks, peaches, beige, mauves, berry and reds..

Though its priced on the higher side..I do not mind shelling that much for a nail paint that stays whole week on me ! I am definitely buying more..
Rating:
Quality: 4.5/5 
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 4/5 
Overall Rating: 4.25/5 
Would I buy it again: Yes
Have you tried the new Lakme 9 to 5 Long Wear Nail Color ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

L’oreal Color Rich Le Vernis 208 So Chic Pink Review, NOTD

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L’oreal Color Rich Le Vernis 208 So Chic Pink Review, NOTDI showed you the L’oreal L’Or Sunset Collection HERE. The shade So Chic Pink was a part of this collection.

What the Company claims: THE 1ST GEL BASED NAIL POLISH WITH A BUILT IN TOP COAT.With a formula that combines rich pigments, pearlescents and optical effects, L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche Le Vernis offers an extensive collection of 49 modern and fashionable shades. The mini 5ml bottle allows every woman to mix and match her favourite hues from the range to complement her every mood, occasion and look.

An exceptional formula with a built-in Top Coat
The ultra-fine ingredients in the formula are combined in a liquid gel base, the Liquigel, so the polish glides on smoothly and easily during application and provides even coverage over the entire nail.
A patented brush
Delivers just the right dose of polish for a one-stroke application in which each stroke applies an even amount of product all along the nail.

MRP: Rs.225/- for 5ml

Being a gel based nail polish, the texture is definitely amazing..and super easy to use..does not get gloopy in 2nd or 3rd coat unlike the normal ones..

The brush is amazing !! I have never got such neat application with any nail polish ever..I loveee the brush.

With 2 coats, you get the perfect opaque coverage..and it stays well for 3-4 days but starts chipping from the tips first..though the rest stays on pretty long..almost 7-8 days.

Coming to the shade So Chic Pink, I think its a super pretty coral red..not a normal bright red and not neonish coral too…a perfect blend of two..and also I got compliments for this nail polish and 3-4 girls asked me which shade was that 😀

Only pinch I see is the price..for a small 5ml bottle, its definitely pricey 🙁 Though I so loved the texture , brush and staying power, I would be surely getting more of these 😀

Rating: 

Quality: 4.5/5 
Value for money : 3.75/5 
Availability: 4/5 

Overall Rating: 4/5 

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried the L’oreal Color Riche Le Vernis ?? 

Lakme Launches Absolute Gel Stylist and Gloss Stylist

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LAKMÉ LAUNCHES ABSOLUTE GEL STYLIST AND GLOSS STYLIST

First of its kind nail color that offers salon like finish in a bottle

Salon styled nails and perfect pouts are on everyone’s wish list. Lakmé, India’s leading beauty brand brings to the contemporary Indian woman, a new beauty experience through the Lakmé Absolute Gel Stylist and Lakmé Absolute Gloss Stylist range. High gloss and rich colour are currently ruling the beauty world and this much sought after trend is brought to India by Lakmé with these new offerings.

Nails are fast becoming the next big beauty accessory for today’s fashionable woman who seeks professional and salon based expertise to achieve highly styled nails. Inspired by this insight, the breakthrough Lakmé Absolute Gel Stylist range packs the performance of a gel manicure in a bottle to ensure glossy and plump nails in a single stroke.

With the Lakmé Absolute Gloss Stylist range a dramatic pout is only a single stroke away. This high performance range of lip gloss helps you achieve super glossy and highly pigmented lips to match any gorgeous ensemble.

Talking about the launch, Arun Srinivas, Vice President, Skincare and Makeup, Hindustan Unilever Limited said, “At Lakmé, we have always been committed to introduce the very best trends in make-up and skin-care through cutting edge products that are backed by salon expertise, to the contemporary Indian woman. The launch of Lakme Absolute Gel Stylist and Lakmé Absolute Gloss Stylist range is in line with this commitment and our constant endeavor to stay on the pulse of global beauty trends.”

Lakmé Absolute Gel Stylist

This break-through product range aims to introduce the global trend of gel based manicures in the country. It comes with a highly pigmented colour formula to ensure super glossy and plump nails. A singular simple stroke delivers rich colour and a high gloss finish that stays for long. The Absolute Gel Stylist comes in exciting shades ranging from tomato tang, coral flush to nudes like nude glow and caramel melt. The range is your very own manicurist in a bottle giving you an unmatchable shine and the most perfectly styled nails.

Available in 8 shades: Scarlet Red, Coral Rush, Caramel Melt, Tomato Tango, Nude Glow, Pink Rust, Pink Champagne, Electric Orange

 MRP: Rs. 400 (3.6gm)

Lakmé Absolute Gloss Stylist

The new range of high performance lip gloss by Lakmé delivers rich colour and luscious texture for impeccable lacquered lips. The deeply pigmented, revolutionary gloss incorporates high shine polymers and light reflecting particles for an intense finish.

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

MRP: Rs. 700 (5.9 ml)

The range is created keeping in mind the new – age woman who is inspired by global trends and will settle for nothing but the best for her beauty regime.

I really like the sound of it..and they look good too..but they are surely priced way too high :/

Have you checked out the new Lakme Absolute Gel Stylist and Gloss Stylist ?