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Avon Glimmersticks Ultra Brights Eyeliner GD008 Purple Punch Review, Swatches, EOTD

Avon Glimmersticks Ultra Brights Eyeliner Purple Punch Review, Swatches, EOTD

Avon Glimmersticks Ultra Brights Eyeliner GD008 Purple Punch Review, Swatches, EOTD

What the Company claims: Brighter and more intense color for electrifying eye look.
Glides smoothly, softly and evenly.
Lasts upto 12 hours waterproof and smudgeproof
Automatic sharpening for precision Lining

Shades Available: 4

  • Purple Punch
  • Cobalt Cool
  • Turquoise Burst
  • Boldest Black

MRP: Rs.399/- for 0.28g

Avon already has Glimmersticks eyeliners and they are pretty known and famous and quiet good..I had reviewed the shade Nocturnal HERE.

They have launched these Glimmersticks Ultra Brights now..but not sure why the prices increased so much from Rs.259/- directly to Rs.399/- though they are mostly on offers..

Glimmersticks are generally metallic shades or ones with shimmer..these are matte but bright..

It goes on smooth and is quite creamy..no tugging or pulling..but requires layering for the intensity..atleast 2 swipes..not multiple though. Stays on for 6-7 hours before fading off.

Purple Punch is a matte bluish purple shade..

Pros:

1. Pretty brights.
2. Smudge proof and does not spread around.
3. Stays for a good 6-7 hours.
4. Mechanical and retractable..so no wastage.
5. Matching shade at the end to identify.

Cons:

1. Needs to be layered twice for the intensity.
2. Only available through an Avon rep.

Overall I liked this shade..but would have loved it more had the pigmentation been better..the previous Glimmersticks were more pigmented..or may be its just this shade..I am not sure..but definitely worth a try..especially on offers.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again: No..not this shade..may be some other.

Have you tried the Avon Glimmersticks Ultra Brights Eyeliners ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review.

NBA’s First Official Online Store in India powered by Jabong.com

NBA’s First Official Online Store in India powered by Jabong.com

NBA LAUNCHES FIRST OFFICIAL ONLINE STORE IN INDIA POWERED BY JABONG.COM

I attended the Jabong NBAStore.in launch event today..you guys must have seen the pics on my Instagram..

The event kicked off with a group dance and those girls were fab ! Followed by Yannick Colaco, Praveen Sinha and Abhishek Bachchan talking more about Jabong and NBA and the whole launch in India..how Indian audience will get NBA products now delivered right at their doorstep with just a click..Abhishek even scored some baskets..and he looks much better and smarter in person..I was amazed 😀

– NBAStore.in Features the Widest Assortment of NBA Merchandise Ever Available in India and the NBA’s First Products for Women in the Country


The National Basketball Association (NBA) and Jabong today announced the launch of the first official NBA online store in India, NBAStore.in. The announcement was made at a press conference in Mumbai attended by Bollywood star and NBA fan Abhishek Bachchan.

Through this partnership, the widest assortment of NBA merchandise ever will be available in India including the first-ever NBA products for women in the country.


NBAStore.in will be an NBA-branded destination within Jabong.com – one of the leading sports and fashion destinations in India — which has 30 million unique visitors per month and delivers to more than 400 cities, towns and villages. The collection of approximately 200 NBA products will include shorts, jerseys and t-shirts for men and women and will be priced between Rs 1400 – 14000.

NBAStore.in will complement the NBA’s partnership with adidas which offers fans NBA products in more than 200 adidas stores across India. Merchandise sales have doubled each of the last two seasons.

This announcement comes amidst rapid growth of the NBA’s fanbase in India. This season, a record 14 games per week are televised on SONY SIX, up from three last season, viewership has grown by triple digits, and attendance at grassroots basketball events has doubled.

“Sports are a major draw amongst today’s youth in India and we have seen a spike in demand for branded sportswear on Jabong,” said Praveen Sinha, Co-founder & Managing Director, Jabong.com. “We are extremely happy to partner with one of the biggest and greatest brands in sports, and are confident that the NBA will be able to power the game of basketball to the same levels of popularity seen in other parts of the world.”

“Passion for basketball and the NBA is growing rapidly in India, and the increasing demand for NBA merchandise makes this the perfect time to launch a dedicated e-commerce destination,” said Managing Director, NBA India, Yannick Colaco. “Digital is an enormous growth area for us, and NBAStore.in will allow us to reach more fans across the country.”

NBAStore.in will offer many exclusive products including: oncourt product and fan gear from adidas, women’s and men’s fan gear from Levelwear, NBA socks from New Horizon, official NBA basketballs from Spalding and basketball footwear from adidas, Reebok, Nike and Brand Jordan. Additional exclusive products will be added each season.

Jabong and the NBA will promote the site extensively across TV, digital and social media. Products will be integrated into NBA television programs airing in India such as NBA Inside Stuff; NBA players and legends will participate in Google Hangouts; and an NBAStore.in section will be created within NBA Jam, the league’s college-based basketball and entertainment touring property which will travel to 16 cities later this year.

Fans that purchase merchandise will have a chance to win authentic autographed NBA jerseys as well as tickets to NBA regular season games, NBA All-Star and The Finals.

This marks the NBA’s fifth international online store since 2012 and sales for these destinations are up more than 100 percent this year. The online stores include NBATienda in Mexico, LojaNBA.com in Brazil, NBAstore.eu in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, and NBA.tmall.com in China. Overall, more than 30 percent of NBA merchandise revenue is generated internationally.

In India, the NBA has hosted more than 500 events in 10 cities since 2008, opened its first office in Mumbai in 2011 and nearly 30 NBA players and legends have conducted basketball events in India.

About Jabong
Jabong.com is India’s favorite fashion destination and caters to the fashion aspirations of modern India. With more than 1000 on-trend international high-street brands, sports labels to Indian ethnic and designer labels, there is everything and more for a consumer to choose from. The choice is huge. Read, over 125,000 styles. Besides collaborations with designers, international labels, Jabong.com also associates itself with major Bollywood blockbuster and brings in the new wave in fashion trends. Jabong.com offers innovative services like express delivery, 30-day return policy, open box delivery for prompt delivery and efficient service.

About the NBA
The NBA is a global sports and media business built around three professional sports leagues: the National Basketball Association, the Women’s National Basketball Association, and the NBA Development League. The league has established a major international presence with games and programming in 215 countries and territories in 47 languages and NBA merchandise for sale in more than 125,000 stores in 100 countries on 6 continents. NBA rosters at the start of the 2013-14 seasons featured a record 92 international players from 39 countries and territories. NBA Digital’s assets include NBA TV, which is available in 60 million U.S. homes, and NBA.com, which set a record last year with more than 9.5 billion page views, with more than half of all visitors originating from outside of North America. The NBA is the No. 1 professional sports league on social media, with more than 580 million likes and followers globally across all league, team, and player platforms. Through NBA Cares, the league and its teams and players have donated more than $230 million to charity, completed more than 2.8 million hours of hands-on community service, and created more than 860 places where kids and families can live, learn, or play.

Kiehl’s Launches Micro Blur Skin Perfector in India

Kiehl’s Launches Micro Blur Skin Perfector in India

Say hello to a breakthrough skincare category: Blur! Products which fall under the Blur caregory work with light diffracting particles to give skin an instant soft-focus effect. Kiehl’s MICRO-BLUR instantly transforms skin and gives you smoother, softer skin in days. Visit our stores to try out this miracle skin-transformer today! Our Blur a unisex product – everyone can use it! #BlurIsBeautiful

Micro-Blur Skin Perfector

  • Lightweight skin smoother visibly transforms skin in seconds and over time
  • Instantly diminishes the appearance of pores and refines skin texture.
  • Provides long-lasting pore and texture correction.
  • Paraben-free, dermatologist tested, non-comedogenic.
  • Appropriate for all skin types and skin tones.

How to Apply: Smooth over entire face daytime and nighttime. Use daily as the last step in your skincare routine for a smoother, poreless, and healthier-looking complexion.

Kiehl’s Inside Tips: During the day, it should be used over a BB cream or UB protection for maximum results and skin perfecting benefits. For nighttime use, it should be applied as the last step of a skincare routine.

MRP: Rs.2500/- for 30ml

I think it sounds amazing..if it actually reduces the size of your pores, skin would look smoother and softer..and younger..and it treats pores as well..

Works as a BB primer 😀 Do go to your nearest Kiehl’s store and try a sample..I am surely going to..

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The product is priced at Rs. 899/-

Product Description:

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

Super Liner Gelmatic


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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Jacqueline Fernandez- New Face of The Body Shop India

Jacqueline Fernandez- New Face of The Body Shop India

Most of you must be knowing that the new face of The Body Shop India is Jacqueline through all the facebook and twitter updates..

I attended the event on 2nd May at the Palladium Hotel..

The #SeasonsMustHave were the Strawberry Body Butter, Strawberry Body Mist and Strawberry Shower gel..basically the entire Strawberry Body Collection range..and Jacqueline is the #BeautywithHeart in case you were wondering about those hash tags..

She wore a white Drashta Sarvaiya pencil skirt with a crop top and pink and white rose motifs with nude heels and pretty earrings…her makeup was perfect..and she looked fab..her lipstick was quite like Revlon Matte Balm in Sultry.

Here is the official press release:

THE BODY SHOP INDIA NAMES JACQUELINE FERNANDEZ as its new brand ambassador
Jacqueline Fernandez – Bollywood’s It Girl

The Body Shop® India announces today that will be representing its range of naturally inspired and ethically produced cosmetics products as its new brand ambassador. In line with The Body Shop’s values “business as a force for good”, Jacqueline, exemplifies natural beauty with her commitment towards charity organizations and campaigns for education, human rights and animal cruelty free causes. Says David Smith, Managing Director, Asia Pacific, The Body Shop“For The Body Shop, India is a very important market and it is one of the fastest growing markets in Asia Pacific with 115 stores across 40 cities.We are thrilled with this partnership with Jacqueline Fernandez as she embodies everything that the brand stands for – natural beauty coupled with a deep respect for people, animals and the environment. Jacqueline is well-loved in India and we are confident that she will help The Body Shop to further connect with consumers of diverse age groups and backgrounds.”

Speaking about her new role as Brand Ambassador of The Body Shop, Jacqueline said “I have grown up with The Body Shop’s products and swear by them. It’s a dream come true and an absolute pleasure to be the face of this inspiring natural and ethical beauty brand. I am totally addicted to The Body Shop products – which are perfect for Indian women and men – be it body care products bursting with the sensoriality and effectiveness of natural ingredients, the amazing skin care offering, the rainforest hair care or uplifting fragrance ranges. I love the fact that The Body Shop offers amazing ingredient-led ranges and my personal favourites are Strawberry body butter which is a must-have for me this season as I can smell the refreshing scent for hours afterwards, Tea Tree oil that keeps my skin blemishes-free and for my hair, I always trust and use The Body Shop’s Rainforest Coconut hair oil I am truly honoured to be a part of the brand in India and I look forward to all the great work we will be doing together and meeting fellow The Body Shop fans.”

Naturally beautiful Jacqueline, a stunning model and a talented actress who radiates energy, confidence and warmth everywhere she goes. She began her acting career in the 2009 and is regarded as one of the most promising contemporary actresses in Bollywood today. She was awarded with IIFA Award for Star Debut of the Year – Female and Stardust award for Exciting New Face in 2010. This year will be very exciting for Jacqueline and she will be seen in high profile movies – ‘Kick’ opposite Salman Khan and ‘Roy’ opposite Ranbir Kapoor and Arjun Rampal. When she’s not busy modelling or acting, Jacqueline also devotes her time to social causes. An activist at heart, she has worked extensively on animal cruelty free causes and animal welfare programs.

As the face and voice of The Body Shop India, Jacqueline will appear in multimedia campaigns spanning print, in-store, digital and social platforms. The Body Shops India’s first campaign with Jacqueline will be launched in May 2014, with its strawberry body care collection.

Speaking about Jacqueline Fernandez as the new ambassador, Shriti Malhotra, COO of The Body Shop India, says “Jacqueline portrays the modern and intelligent woman who is conscious and aware of her beauty needs. She believes in looking good, feeling good and doing good. Jacqueline has widespread appeal and this association will resonate with the aspirations of today’s generation while promoting the brand’s uniqueness through its products and values This year she will be seen in our Body care, Skincare and Make-up campaigns with loads of new and exciting launches in the market.”

Me with Jacqueline at the event 🙂

Follow The Body Shop India on their social media platforms here:

Facebook- The Body Shop India
Twitter- @TheBodyShopIND
Instagram- @thebodyshopindia

What do you feel about the SeasonsMustHave? Do you like The Body Shop Strawberry Range ?

Lakme 9 to 5 Super Sunscreens Review

Lakme 9 to 5 Super Sunscreens SPF50-Hydrating and Mattifying Review

I had mentioned about the launch of these Lakme 9 to 5 Super Sunscreens HERE

What the Company claims: Lakmé 9to5 Super Sunscreen is apt for women with very little or no time to layer their skin with multiple products. What makes this new Sunscreen from Lakmé “super” is the fact that it feels great on your skin and does not leave a white patchy appearance. For the first time, a sunscreen by India’s no 1 brand, Lakmé, is giving you dual benefits. Its sheer lightweight formula gets absorbed so easily that it can be worn alone, over a moisturizer or under your Lakmé 9to5 make-up.

The new Lakmé 9to5 Super Sunscreen comes in two variants:
·         Lakmé 9to5 Hydrating Super Sunscreen – for normal to dry skin
·         Lakmé 9to5 Mattifying Super Sunscreen – for oily skin

NORMAL TO DRY SKIN- Lakmé 9 to 5 Hydrating Super Sunscreen + SPF 50 PA +++ : Beautify your skin with nourishing vitamins along with broad-spectrum UV protection.

Enriched with vitamins, it helps you reduce spots and lightens your skin tone. SPF PA 50+++ keeps you away from tan and sunburns caused by the harsh sun rays. This summer, acquire a nourished, hydrated and even skin tone.

  • Contains Vitamin B3 and Provitamin C
  • Fights against UVA and UVB rays

Hydrating Sunscreen Ingredients:

OILY SKIN- Lakmé 9 to 5 Mattifying Super Sunscreen + SPF 50 PA +++ Prevent your skin from tanning and sunburns with oil control benefits and flaunt an even skin tone.

Specifically designed for oily skin with oil control benefits, its non-sticky formula leaves your skin feeling non-greasy. SPF 50 PA +++ fights against the harsh UVA and UVB rays to protect your skin from tanning and sunburns. Flaunt your flawless even toned skin this summer!

  • Dermatologist tested
  • Non-comedogenic (Does not clog pores)
  • Hypoallergic

Mattifying Sunscreen Ingredients:

MRP: Rs.500/- for 30 ml (each) (Buy on Flipkart here)

Both come in a beige colored packaging with a golden cap. Both also have SPF50 PA+++ and UVA/UVB protection.

It has the same lemongrass kinda smell that Lakme’s sunscreens have. Both are white in color..the mattifying one is like a thicker cream and the hydrating one is normal..slightly runny lotion.

I have used either/or/both and in all possible ways..like only this and only that and both in combination too..for my oily T-zone the mattifying..and for rest the hydrating.

Both are non sticky and did not sweat me out or anything like a few sunscreens do..mattifying one needs a lot of blending as it leaves a whitish cast behind.

I have worn it under makeup and there were no issues at all..I love the texture of both of these..mattifying one does really control oil !

Hydrating one also has Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) and Provitamin C which also helps in lightening dark spots, etc.

And the best part is, it helps in controlling tan too..I have been out in scorching heat,wearing this, a few times..and I did not get tanned at all..

Though, I would agree its slightly overpriced..I mean it could have been priced at around Rs.350-400/-

Overall, I would say I like them..how non greasy and light weight they are with the sun protection they offer and protect from tan too. I would recommend the Mattifying one for oily skin and the Hydrating one for dry skin..and for combination skin like mine..Mattifying for summers and Hydrating may be for winters..

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried the new Lakme 9to5 Super Sunscreens ? Which did you like ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review.

Maybelline Pink Alert Lipstick POW1 Review, Swatches

Maybelline Pink Alert Lipstick POW1 Review, Swatches
 
What the Company claims: PINK ALERT BY COLOR SENSATIONAL
Amp up your lips in the hottest pink. In 4 bright pink shades.
 
· PASSIONATE PINK COLOR only from our vivid color pigments
· CREAMIER FEEL only from our nourishing honey nectar

Check our more HERE
MRP: Rs. 375/- for 3.9g
 
Shades Available:
  • POW1
  • POW2
  • POW3
  • POW4

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

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

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

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



Here it is on moi..

Pros: 

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

Revlon ColorStay Nail Enamel 230 Bonsai Review, NOTD

Revlon ColorStay LongWear Nail Enamel 230 Bonsai Review, NOTD
What the Company claims: – We are thrilled to announce Revlon ColorStay Longwear Nail Ena mel, a nail innovation that provides up to 11 days of lasting color* and gel-like shine. 
 
*When worn with Revlon Colorstay™ base & top coat 
 
KEY FEATURES/BENEFITS/INGREDIENTS: 
Inspired by Salon Gel Nails- gel- like shine- no UV light 
ColorStay technology instantly wraps nails in a shatterproof shield of color 
Easy to remove, gentle on nails
Unique double barrel brush for a smooth, even, streak-free application 

 

A complete wardrobe of 16 timeless shades, plus a base and top coat SHADES: The ColorStay Longwear Nail Enamel is available in 18 exciting and vivacious shades like Red Carpet, Delicious, Velvet Rope, Passionate Pink to name a few. 
 
EXPERT TIPS:
– Apply Revlon ColorStay Longwear Base Coat
– Apply two coats of Revlon ColorStay Longwear Nail Enamel and let dry.
– Apply Revlon ColorStay Longwear Top Coat for 11 days of lasting color!

MRP: Rs.350/- for 11.7ml
 
These are formaldehyde, toluene and DBP free and also UV sensitive which is the first..
 
Comes in a long bottle..and the quantity is quite good (11.7 ml is what no brand offers !). The brush is perfect..and 2 coats give a nice opaque perfect coverage..

And these indeed stay for 11 plus days as claimed..I have applied it from more than 10 days…and it has only chipped a little from the tips..
 
Only issue is it takes forever to dry ! Like forever..I waited for sooo long..and still messed up a little..and also takes some time to remove..

But otherwise, these are just perfect..a little on the expensive side..but if you are someone who is always pressed for time..and do not have the time and patience to change nail paints regularly, this is a boon for you !


230 Bonsai is a grass green shade with gold shimmer..

Something which I have never tried till date..quite a different shade..and it looked so fab ! I even received compliments for the shade 😀
 
I lovee the shade Passionate Pink, Blue Slate, French Roast, Sequin, Vintage Rose..I think I love all the shades ! Such unique, interesting and fab shades..but they have released 30 shades in the US and only 16 here..I am disappointed 🙁 I hope they have some good shades for us here too..
 
Highly Recommended !
 
Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried the Revlon ColorStay Longwear Nail Enamel ? Your favorite ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

New Maybelline 12H Colossal Kajal Review, Swatches

New Maybelline 12H Colossal Kajal Review, Swatches
I had reviewed the Maybelline Colossal Kajal previously HERE. Now they have relaunched it in a darker and more long staying form..the previous one claimed 6 hours of wear and this one claims 12 hours..

Read on to know how it fares..

What the Company claims:

MRP: Rs.175/- for 0.35g

The packaging is the same..the same yellow swivel up mechanical pencil. Its nice, rich black and easy to apply..does not tug or pull.

Thats the whole qty

I did not like the previous one much..as it did not stay longer on my watery eyes..in fact no kohl stays longer than 2-3 hours on me..

But but this one did ! For almost 5-6 hours which is a very good thing considering my watery eyes. But it does smudge a little more than the previous one..that did not spread around giving raccoon eyes..this one does at times..

Here is the swatch..

L: Swatch R: After smudging

And on eyes..

Before, After

Pros:

1. Its nice dark black.
2. Glides on nicely..no tugging or pulling.
3. Reasonably priced.
4. Stays for 5-6 hours on my watery eyes ! Thats a long time for me 😀
5. It does not go away completely leaving your eyes bare..and there is always a hint of it till the time you remove it.
6. Does not smear much..the swatch did not budge from the hand.

Cons:

1. Claim of 12 hours..I am not really sure about.
2. No Ingredients mentioned.
3. Does give raccoon eyes at times..especially when eyes watery.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes..I am pretty impressed by the staying power of this..much better than the previous one..

Have you tried the new 12 hour Maybelline Colossal Kajal ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

The Mumbai Bride Diaries: Engagement Jewellery and Shoes

The Mumbai Bride Diaries: Engagement Jewellery and Shoes
Check out my previous post to see my outfit HERE and the mehendi and manicure,pedicure post HERE.

Today I am talking about jewellery and shoes.. Coming to the jewellery,what all can be worn as a part of jewellery:

1. Set consisting of necklace and earrings: A basic set which complements the outfit..you can go heavy or light depending on your preference..I wanted something light..and a maang tikka can also form a part of the set.

2. Matching Set of Bangles: You can either go for kadas if you do not want to wear whole set of bangles..or a set of bangles..any shop stocking bangles would customise it according to your outfit..you can ofcourse make changes in it as per your liking.

3. Kamar patta or Waist Belt: I wanted to add one..but did not find anything appropriate so skipped it..you can definitely wear it if you find something good..that works well with your outfit too.

4. Latkans : These days the latkans are quite in..ya the same ones which we have in our anarkalis and blouses on the back..we can also wear them on the sides of the waist across the saris or lehengas..you can combine a few different ones and mix and match.

5. Baju Band or Armlet : One can also add baju band on the upper arm..especially if your outfit is sleeveless or has very short sleeves..looks pretty..

6. Payal or Anklets: Kundan payal looks great and would match most of the Indian outfits..you can find so many designs of it these days.

I wore a simple gold set with some silver accents and diamonds in between and blue droppings and only the earrings..skipped the maang tikka as I wanted a light look..one can always add a maang tikka too.

Matching set of bangles to the outfit.

Stiff Kundan Payal..they have this oblong shape..and have a key lock..

Shoes : I chose these Catwalk shoes with gold motifs and pearl and diamonds on the front..same shoes were available in 2 inches more heel but with a broader band at the front..I needed heels coz fiancee is 6’3” :/ And I did buy those, somehow the transaction failed and since it was only one pair left, it was showing Out of Stock then..and later when I checked I guess it was already sold out..though I liked this smaller band more..but heels also were less in these..nonetheless I felt they looked perfect with the outfit..I bought these online from Jabong.

Places to shop for..I knew which is the best place in my area for the jewellery and bangles and so was found it there..so I checked out many shops for the set and did not like it much anywhere or did not find something that would compliment the outfit well..I would suggest first checking out your local famous shops, then online and also compare prices..I liked a few on Homeshop18, Craftsvilla, etc..But checking out and trying personally is what is recommended..

In Mumbai..you can check out Magic Mirror in Matunga and Santacruz, Sia outlets, shops in Bhuleshwar for artificial jewellery..for real gold and diamonds I would recommend going to your trusted family jeweller..I like diamonds from Manubhai Jewellers in Borivali and Ghatkopar…my engagement ring is also from there.

Hope you liked the post..if you still have any doubts or need any help, shoot me an email at bhumika_thakkar@yahoo.co.uk and I would be ready to help..