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Unboxing the Vellvette Box !

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Unboxing the Vellvette Box !
At Vellvette, we are beauty experts and addicts driven by our passion for high quality beauty products and delightful customer service. We recognize that our customers are beauty enthusiastic women looking for great products that would work for their specific beauty needs and tastes, but do not have enough time, access or resources to try out and experience all that is available. We work hard in association with brands to select 3 amazing products exclusively customized for each customer and send them in a luxury box to her doorstep every month, so that she never has to make the expensive mistake of buying products that do not work for her! We also advise our customers on how to make the best use of these products and keep them abreast of the latest beauty and fashion trends and insider know-how through our magazine.

What to expect inside the Vellvette Box:Three high-end beauty, cosmetics, skincare and fragrance samples from the best brands in the world that have been specially curated to your tastes, plus

Expert tips and tricks on how to make the most of your samples, plus

Juicy discounts on full-sized products of your beauty samples, so that once you discover what works for you, you can buy the full-sized product and make the most of your investment

Sign up for your Vellvette box today and eliminate the guesswork out of your beauty routine. Your beauty – is now, on auto-pilot!

Check them HERE

After the Blisscovered and  GlossyBox fiasco, it is a little difficult to trust on these boxes again..but then here comes the Velvette Box..and it sure looks promising..so far all good..and I have heard all good stuff about them untill now..

Its a monthly subscription box where you get 3 luxury samples each month delivered to your doorstep..at the cost of Rs.399/- and they do have Cash on Delivery too..plus you get 16% off on yearly subscription..they also send discount vouchers for the samples if in case you want to buy it..

They have a whole shop category..where they sell all brands online including Crabtree & Evelyn, L’occitane, Paul Mitchell, etc..

Currently this month they have Clarins, The Body Shop, L’occitane, Crabtree & Evelyn, Clinique and some different perfume vials..

Let’s move on to the box..

It comes in this black cardboard packaging with a pink ribbon around..cute..

And whats inside the box..

Clinique Different Lipstick in Raspberry Glace and Long Lasting Lip Gloss in Fireberry, Clarins Gentle Exfoliator Brightening Toner, L’occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream and a small 1.5 ml perfume vial of Jesus Del Pozo Ambar..

I have used the L’occitane Lavender Hand Cream before..and I would have preferred the Crabtree & Evelyn one though..

But nonetheless..all things are good..the toner sounds nice..and I loved the lipstick too..the hand cream is super small and cute and perfect for the handbag 😉 And I do like this concept of getting to try 3 new things every month at the cost of Rs. 399/-

Do you like it ? Have you tried it yet ?

Maybelline Dream Matte Powder Review, Swatches

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Maybelline Dream Matte Powder Review, Swatches
What the Company claims:
BEAUTIFUL MATTE PERFECTION
AIR-SOFT FEEL
MATTE FINISH

Why You’ll Love It

• Formula is jet-milled into ultra-fine particles for an air-soft, ultra-silky texture
• The suede-touch puff smoothes onto skin evenly, effortlessly, for the most beautiful matte perfection

For Best Results
Apply Dream Matte® Powder to your forehead, nose, cheeks, and chin with the provided puff using gentle downward strokes. Build coverage gradually.

MRP: Rs. 475/- for 9g

Shades Available:

  • Cream Light
  • Sand Medium
  • Beige Medium
  • Honey Medium
It comes in a light brown see through packaging with a slide across lower compartment which has a mirror and stores a puff..amazingly designed..it sure deserves the most well thought of compact powder title..
The powder is very finely milled and super soft..it blends into the skin easily..and does not look cakey or any obvious effect..the puff is different..made of sponge..and picks up the right qty and goes over well on the face..but it gives light coverage.
As claimed, it actually is mattifying..it gives a completely matte look..and is a boon for oily skinned girls..I generally use it on my T zone..
The shade Sand Medium is a perfect match for me..
Pros:
1. Amazingly designed..this is perfect to carry along anywhere.
2. Super finely milled powder..blends well
3. Gives a completely matte finish.
4. Four shades to choose from.
5. 9g is a lot of quantity.
Cons:
1. Dry skin may find it too matte.
Overall I would highly recommend this to oily skinned girls..this is the answer to your prayers :p For dry skinned, do check it out at the counters first..I am combination..and I use it mostly on my T zone and for touch ups and love it..
Rating:

Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 3.75/5

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried the Maybelline Dream Matte Powder ?

Maybelline Dream Liquid Mousse Foundation Review

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Maybelline Dream Liquid Mousse Airbrush Finish Foundation Review, Swatches


What the Company claims: Why You’ll Love It

Air-whipped liquid provides perfecting coverage for 100% poreless skin
Ideal for normal skin
Oil-free, fragrance-free, Dermatologist-tested, allergy-tested, non-comedogenic – won’t clog pores, safe for sensitive skin

Ingredients:

Expert Tip : Apply smoothly and evenly to your face and blend with your fingertips.

MRP: Rs. 575/- for 30ml

Shades Available:

  • 01 Porcelain Ivory Light
  • 04 Nude Light
  • 05 Medium Creamy Natural Light
  • 3.5 Nude Beige Light
  • 02 Pure Beige Medium
  • 04 Honey Beige Medium
So these are not 01 to 05 according to shades but the internal numbering amongst shades..so do not get confused with the numbers..Light has 01 to 05 and so does Medium..but these 6 shades are only available in India..
I have 04 Nude Light which is a little light for me..but not something with a stark difference..I guess the 05 Medium Creamy Natural Light would be a better fit..yet to check that out..
If I have to describe it in one word..love

It does everything what it claims..smooth even finish, high coverage, super easy to use. I just use my fingers most of the time..a small pump and I am good to go..more than enough coverage for me on everyday basis..if I have an event to attend, slight more and I get full coverage..it does cover up and minimize appearance of pores too.

It stays for 5-6 hours..but the issue is oily skin might find it a little greasy after some time..since it is rich in texture..

Pros:

1. Smooth even finish.
2. Medium to high coverage.
3. Pump is easy to use.
4. Blends nicely with fingers.
5. Coverage is buildable..so can be used according to your requirement.
6. Economical.
7. Would suit normal to dry skin and combination with some powder.

Cons:

1. Has silicones..so if you are allergic to silicones, try it at the counter first..or get sample if you can.
2. Only 2 shades for darker skin tones.
3. Pump dispensor, so not suitable for travelling.
4. Oily skin might find it a little greasy.

Overall if you are normal to dry skin and not allergic to silicones, you should definitely try this..others do check it out at the counters first..I love it..as much as Deborah Milano 24 Ore Perfect Foundation

Check out the Dream Touch Blush Review HERE and Dream Lumi Concealer Review HERE

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried the Maybelline Dream Liquid Mousse Foundation yet ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

Skin79 Orange BB Cream Review, Swatches

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Skin79 Vital Orange BB Cream Review, Swatches

I have been so caught up with everything..the backlog of posts is like ever increasing..I am too late in posting this Vital Orange BB Cream Review..but better late than never..so lets start..Super Plus Triple Functions BB Vital Cream

MRP: $ 31.00 for 40g

What the Company claims: Upgraded Sunscreen with UVA and UVB protection SPF50. Strengthen’s skin NMF and maintain balanced skin condition. Osmopur-N and Vital-V Complex soothe and protect skin from harmful environments for a moisturized, healthy skin.

Ingredients:

It comes in the same round chubby tub with pump packaging as the Hot Pink one..it does not have a grey undertone like the Hot Pink but is definitely quite light ! This is more suitable for pale skin..

Check out Skin79 Hot Pink BB Cream Review HERE and Skin79 BB Cleanser Review HERE

This gives completely matte finish unlike the Hot Pink which is a little dewy..this would suit oily skin..stays for a good 6-7 hours..and you just need a tiny amount..it gives medium to full coverage and is buildable..I like the fact that it offers SPF50 protection.

Pros:

1. Gives medium to full coverage.
2. Ideal for oily skin as gives a matte finish..and there is no need for touch ups atleast for 4-5 hours..
3. Has SPF50 protection.
4. It claims to maintain a balanced skin condition and soothe and protect skin…well I am not sure of that..but this feels quite light on the skin..and you do not feel as if you are wearing anything..does feel natural..only if there were more suitable shades 🙁
5. Would last a real long time as you need just a tiny bit.
6. Has many good ingredients like extracts of rosemary, chamomile, grapefruit, aloe vera and rice bran oil, soybean oil, rosemary oil,etc
7. Cute packaging and easy to use pump dispensor.

Cons:

1. Too pale for our skin tones..this does not work with blending too..i.e the difference is too obvious.
2. May not suit dry skin.
3. Has parabens.

Overall I love the packaging of these Skin79 BB Creams and how this one gives a good enough coverage and has SPF50..this feels quite light on the skin too..only had it been available in more shades..it would have been a super winner..

If you are pale and have oily skin, grab this now !

Rating:

Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 3/5

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again: No..since it is too light for me..

Have you tried Skin79 BB Creams ?

Wedges and Heels

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Wedges and Heels

Ah…don’t we all have a weakness for shoes and bags..nothing is too much for us when it comes to clothes, shoes and bags 😀
I recently was just surfing and found this super tempting deal on Yebhi.com..they have this last size thing..where everything from clothes to shoes which are the only piece in one size left, they offer at a good discount..And the best part of Yebhi is their Try n Buy where you order stuff and opt for Cash on Delivery and pay only if the thing fits you ! Now, is’nt this something we all would love..no tensions of whether the size is perfect and then have to return and all..no hassles..

I found 3 pairs of shoes..two from Aiva and one Globalite and ordered those..and they came in within 2 days..

Tried them..found the Aiva ones to be fitting well..though both are of different size..and one thing I have noticed off late in the last one year, that my right foot is a little smaller than the left..and the same size shoe is a little loose on the right..have anyone of you ever experienced that ?

So the Globalite one was a pretty turquoise blue and rubber ballets kind..casual ones which would be perfect for the rains..but those were a little tight..and mom said rubber does not expand..so I skipped those..

Got these purple wedges with red satin curls and tan peep toes..I had selected the royal blue wedges but they were picked off super quickly..

You like ? Can you guess the price ?

La Senza Store Review

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La Senza Store Review and the Show Off Collection

I was invited to review the La Senza store and their latest Showw Off Collection..I had mentioned about the new collection HERE
I went to their Phoenix Marketcity store which is also their biggest here space wise..I had been to the launch of this store before and Deepika Padukone had inaugurated it..read HERE
       

La Senza offers women a unique shopping experience with outstanding lingerie presentation in a beautiful and intimate environment, featuring everything from bras & panties, to sleepwear, loungewear, bodycare, and accessories.

The store looks girly at the same time vintagey..the walls painted with quirky messages and pics..and the whole display of stuff around..

Coming to the Show Off Collection, they have divided into three bras Balconnet, Plunge and Demi and into three styles Babydoll, Merry widow and Bustier

These are the Balconnet..

The Plunge..for those deep plunging gowns 😉

And the Demi..which covers half..

All bras from the Show Off Collection have removable pads as per the Indian requirements..ahem..and they are multi way..and can be worn in 7 different ways..this collection is one investment I tell you..

They currently have an offer running on Majorbrands..as to buy 1 and get 2nd for Rs. 500/- and also buy 5 for Rs. 3000/- on a few..which is a super deal..

Lightly Lined Collection

So Free Collection
The nightwear..100% cotton..it felt super comfy and light..

I liked the fact that they have in store fitting measurement and they have selected pieces for trial just outside the trial room in every size..so that all bras are not tried out by all customers..they have a 10 day replacement thing too for bras..for panties there is no trial obviously for hygiene reasons..

And all the sizes are arranged below in drawers with stickers and sizes mentioned just below the display so that the customers can themselves find it too, just in case..

They have this cute and girly card holder pack thing to keep the gift card..and some round pink tins with bows and stuff..

Overall it feels super girly and sexy being around laces, animal prints and polka dots and such vibrant colors and patterns..believe me it does ! 😉

Kurti from Jabong.com

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Kurti from Jabong.com
I shopped previously from jabong (read HERE)and I shopped again..online shopping is veryy bad for the pockets..its getting addictive..I don’t know how people control the temptation.. :p
Go to Jabong.com

I got this floral sheer mint blue kurti with mandarin collar..I checked out many and this was the only one that caught my attention immediately..I ordered the size as per the measurements mentioned on the site..but it was quite loose..and I had to return it..

I though it would be cumbersome..but thankfully it was so easy..I just called them on their toll free number and they raised a return request and gave me a number..I was told it would take 10-15 days..but the whole process took just 5-6 days and I was amazed..

The very next day a reverse pick up was arranged and I got a voucher of the same amount as the order in the next 3 days after the verification…I ordered the same again in a size smaller..and got it the very next day…I am glad it was so easy and fast..

I love the variety of apparel and shoes they have..and that they offer every damn thing you need for !

I only wish Jabong offers more discounts on various products..coz I do not see that as much as on a few other sites…rest with their COD and super fast delivery and returns, its doing great and I am surely shopping again and again 🙂

Have you shopped from Jabong? How was your experience ?

P.S: I was offered a voucher to shop for but that has not affected my opinion.

My Experience with Wholesale-Dress.Net

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My Experience with Wholesale-Dress.Net

I guess by now everyone of us know about Wholesale-dress and the amazing, trendy and cheap clothes, shoes, accessories they have..

It is so super tempting to shop from there..and I can browse their site the whole day..I love so many things that my wish list is forever full..and keeps on growing 😀 Well we are girls..thats ought to be..I recently got some stuff from the site..I placed the order on 30-31st July and I received it on 5th August through JCEX..now thats quite fast ! Plus JCEX has tracking too..Click on the links to check the product page url..

I got 2 tops, a belt and some accessories..

Let’s start with the top..

Saucy Pattern Lotus Leaf Sleeve Dress Grey

Chic Comma Printed Short Sleeves Loose Dress Yellow

Pearl Embellished Retro Different Shape Charm Bracelet

This broke as soon as I tried removing it off 🙁 I guess the elastic is very delicate..all the pearls came off..managed to fix it somehow..I totally heart it..and the charms..there is a cherry, pineapple, heart, camera 😀

Graceful Pattern Gemstone Decorate Earrings White

Fashion Style Heart Printed Necklace Bronze

Korean Style Hollow out Bowknot Embellished Belt White

You can use the following coupon code for these discounted rates..
‘8xd7ok3l5mm’ .The available time is just from 1st Aug to 1st Sep, 2012.

$500-$1000 can reduce $25

$400-500 can reduce $20

$300-400 can reduce $15

$200-300 can reduce $10

$100-200 can reduce $5

$50-100 can reduce $2.5

$10-50 can reduce $1

I am sure you would get lost on the site..as there is so much stuff..and you would not be able to decide..coz you like all :p

What did you like the most ??

P.S: I got a discount to shop for but that has not affected my opinion.

Vogue Makeup and Beauty Awards 2012

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Vogue Makeup and Beauty Awards 2012
Vogue India celebrated the best in beauty at the third edition of the Vogue Beauty Awards. The glittering awards ceremony honoured the best beauty products, services and professionals across categories ranging from skin care, anti-ageing, make-up, fragrances, hair care and hair styling.Attendees included celebrities, socialites and heads of eminent beauty brands in the country. Hosted by Vogue India Editor Priya Tanna and Vogue India Beauty Editor Parizaad Khan, the event began with personalities from the beauty and glamour industry walking the red carpet followed by cocktails and the awards ceremony. There are a total of 55 awards this year, including 42 awards related to products and services and 13 honouring the best beauty related talent.You can also read them in the Vogue August issue..which has Kajol on the cover..

SKINCARE

BEST MOISTURISER: DAY – Chanel Hydra Beauty Gel Crème + Clinique Moisture Surge Extended Thirst Relief
BEST MOISTURISER: NIGHT – Estée Lauder Time Zone Night Anti-Line/Wrinkle Creme
BEST SERUM – Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex
BEST EYE CREAM – Dermalogica AGE Smart Multivitamin Power Firm
BEST CELLULITE CREAM – Shiseido Body Creator Aromatic Sculpting Concentrate
BEST SKIN TONE CORRECTOR – Lancôme Visionnaire
BEST RANGE FOR SENSITIVE SKIN – La Roche-
Posay Toleriane
BEST CLEANSER – L’Oréal Paris Hydrafresh Instant Freshness Foaming Gel

ANTI-AGEING

BEST MOISTURISER: DAY – Olay Regenerist Regenerating Cream SPF 15
BEST MOISTURISER: NIGHT – Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Moisturizer Night + L’Oréal Paris RevitaLift Night
BEST SUNSCREEN – La Roche-Posay Anthelios XL Extreme Fluid SPF 50+  
BEST SERUM – Kiehl’s Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate
BEST EYE CREAM – Clarins Advanced Extra-Firming Eye Contour Serum

MAKE-UP

BEST FOUNDATION – Chanel Perfection Lumière Long-Wear Flawless Fluid Makeup SPF 10, 50 Beige + M.A.C Matchmaster Foundation SPF 15, 5.0
BEST CONCEALER – Make Up For Ever HD Concealer, 355
BEST BLUSH – Estée Lauder Signature Satin Creme Blush, 04 Berry Light
BEST EYE SHADOW – Chanel Illusion D’Ombre Long Wear Luminous Eyeshadow, 85 Mirifique
BEST EYE LINER – L’Oréal Paris Waterproof Gel Eyeliner, Black (Agree on that..love it ! )

BEST KOHL PENCIL – Lakmé Nine to Five Kohl Ultimate
BEST MASCARA – Dior Diorshow Black Out Waterproof Mascara, 099
BEST LIPSTICK – Inglot Lipstick, 103 (An orange based hot red)
BEST LIP GLOSS – Guerlain KissKiss Essence de Gloss, 460
BEST NAIL POLISH – Butter London Nail Lacquer – Vernis, Snog
BEST MAKE-UP REMOVER – Clinique Take The Day Off Makeup Remover
BEST BRONZER – M.A.C Mineralize Skinfinish Natural, Dark

FRAGRANCE

BEST FRAGRANCE: DAY – Miss Dior Eau Fraîche
BEST FRAGRANCE: NIGHT – Chanel Coco Mademoiselle + Narciso Rodriguez for Her
BEST CLASSIC FRAGRANCE – Bulgari Rose Essentielle
BEST NEW LAUNCH – Valentino Valentina
BEST FRAGRANCE: MEN – Issey Miyake L’Eau D’Issey Pour Homme Sport

BEST OF HAIR CARE

BEST SHAMPOO: NORMAL HAIR – Schwarzkopf Professional BC Bonacure Moisture Kick Shampoo
BEST CONDITIONER:NORMAL HAIR – Philip Kingsley Moisture Balancing Conditioner
BEST SHAMPOO: COLOURED OR DAMAGED HAIR – Kérastase Reflection Bain Chroma Riche Shampoo
BEST CONDITIONER: COLOURED OR DAMAGED HAIR – Kérastase Reflection Masque Chroma Riche
BEST HAIR MASK/DEEP CONDITIONER – The Body Shop Rainforest Radiance Hair Butter

BEST OF HAIRSTYLING

BEST VOLUMISING PRODUCT – TIGI Catwalk Your Highness Root Boost Spray (Seen the effect at the LFW..its fab )
BEST TEXTURISING PRODUCT – Sebastian Professional Texturizer
BEST DE-FRIZZER – Moroccanoil Treatment
BEST DEFINIER FOR CURLY HAIR – Kérastase Nutritive Oléo-Curl Curl Definition Cream
BEST HAIR SPRAY – L’Oréal Professionnel Elnett Satin Hair Spray
BEST HAIR COLOUR FOR HOME – L’Oréal Paris Casting Crème Gloss, 323 Dark Chocolate
BEST COLOUR FOR SALON – L’Oréal Professionnel INOA, 5.35 Light Golden Mahogany Brown

BEST OF BEAUTY

MAKE-UP ARTIST – Anil Chinnappa
PHOTOGRAPHER – Suresh Natarajan
MODEL – Angela Jonsson
HAIRSTYLIST – Savio Jon Pereira
HAIR COLOURIST – Rod Anker
SKIN EXPERT – Harshna Bijlani
FITNESS EXPERT – Zarine Watson
NUTRITIONIST – Pooja Makhija

BEST OF BOLLYWOOD

FRESH FACE – Ileana D’Cruz (The Barfii girl opposite Ranbir )
DEBUTANT – Diana Penty (Has to be !)
BEAUTY OF THE YEAR – Deepika Padukone
MOST BEAUTIFUL MAN – Farhan Akhtar
TIMELESS BEAUTY – Kajol (On the cover)

Check out the Vogue Makeup and Beauty Awards 2011 here

Diana Penty in Cocktail

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Diana Penty in Cocktail

I was quite excited to watch Cocktail and saw it on the first day..though the movie is quite ok..you can watch it once just for the styling..amazing work by Anaita Shroff Adajania…hats off

I loved Diana’s styling the most..though Deepika was hot..Diana’s style was more wearable and relatable..she wore cardigans, jackets, polka dots, stripes, checks..from the punjabi Delhi girl entering in salwar kameez, her style evolves better and better throughout the movie..

She had her hair open throughout in almost all the scenes..with the front bangs pinned in some and a side braid in some..

As far as her makeup is concerned, she had an au naturel look..her base was very light and minimal..she does have a good skin..

She has thick kohl on her upper and lower lashline throughout..the kohl is smudged on the upper lashline with some soft brown eye shadow blended in..muted gold in some scenes..and lots of mascara especially on the upper lashes..

And a peachy pink lipstick with a matching blush..and a MLBB shade in few scenes..

P.S: She being a Maybelline Brand Ambassador..says she loves and uses the Maybelline Colossal Kajal and BB Cream..and also likes the Maybelline Dream Liquid Mousse Foundation.

I love her minimal, effortless, natural look..Do you ?

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