About : My Envy Box is the leading discovery commerce platform. We are redefining the retail process by offering consumers a unique and personalized way to discover, learn about, and shop for the best beauty, grooming, and lifestyle products on the market.
We are based out of New Delhi and launched our services in August, 2013. We have three sections in this website:
The Envy Box: Each month subscriber will get a box of samples of leading beauty products
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My Envy Box is a luxury beauty box..that combines skin care and hair care samples from luxury brands all over the world…a first of its kind in India..and they intend to keep it only luxury even in times to come !
Get 5 trial sized beauty products (typically 2ml-10ml) from the top international luxury and prestige brands delivered to your door step every month
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Though its a little expensive, but then if you get luxury, you have to spend a little too..and many a times when you buy an expensive product, you would’nt really know before hand if the product would suit you and work for you..so here you get a chance to try out the luxury deluxe samples..and see what works for you..and then go ahead and buy the full sized from their site itself..and also get a discount on it..
The box and the packaging is pretty nice..the box is real sturdy and good quality with a magnetic flip on the side..in this month’s box, there is one extra sample instead of regular five..so we have six..
So as you can see all the brands are luxury..and the samples are pretty generous too..I only wish they include 1-2 items of makeup too….maybe a Zoya nail paint could have been a part of this box..coz I have generally seen skin care only in most of their boxes..and also if there can be customised samples according to the skin or hair problems one faces..
Overall, I would say its quite a nice beauty box..and a great way to try out luxury brands..and especially those who love skin care..Highly recommend !
About the book : The violent romance of the Fighter planes with the clouds in sky… the pulchritudinous Officers walking around arrogantly… the runway with the logo constituted by the concentric tricolored circles in the background… is the spectacle meets our eyes at the feeble mention of the Air Force but there is more about the Air Force besides these…
This is Gaurav Sharma’s first book..and for the first time, he has done quite well..
The story is about two friends, Sushil and Shabd, and how they meet at the Air Force after 20 years..and how their lives get connected again..and then the 3rd friend Soumya enters co-incidentally who is also the love of Shabd’s life..though one sided..as known to him..
The entire journey is narrated through Sushil’s voice..each and every scene is described in such a way that the picture is crystal clear in front of your eyes..
There are few extra spaces at the start here and there..and also punctuation marks required. At few places, I felt some descriptions and paras added..were not required and took the scene to a different tangent.
But other than that, very well narrated and the story is etched quite nicely..and linked perfectly..
I loved reading it..and at 150 bucks, its quite worth it !
Highly recommend. Have you read Love @ Air Force ?
What the Company claims: Every day your skin feels impure as it braves pollution, bacteria and excess oil. The result could be pimples and impurities. Purify your skin with Garnier Pure Active Neem face wash, enriched with the power of Neem Leaf Extract and Tea Tree Oil. Skin feels clean, fresh and looks clearer.
How does it work?
The soap-free formula, enriched with Neem Leaf Extract and Tea-Tree Oil, helps prevent pimples through 3 purifying actions:
1. Fights bacteria: Washes away problem causing bacteria to help prevent pimples
2. Fights pollution: Deep cleans pores to remove impurities caused by pollution.
3. Removes oil: It washes away excess oil which can attract dirt, germs and bacteria.
How To Use: Gently massage on damp face using your fingertips carefully avoiding the eye contour area. Rinse thoroughly. For best results use twice a day.
Ingredients:
MRP: Rs.50/- for 50g, Rs.75/- for 100g
I received this super cute diary..with all Bollywood caricature and a pen drive with this Garnier Pure Active Neem Face Wash..you must have seen this on my Insta (by the way, if you are still not following me, its @newlovemakeup)
It comes in a white and green tube packaging with a flip cap..it also has a seal inside..its light green in color with a transparent hue and has a runny consistency..and also has a neem smell.. Himalaya Neem face wash is my HG..so I am used to the smell and don’t mind it.
It foams well..and cleanses the skin thoroughly..skin feels refreshed..but also its a little drying on my cheek area (since I have combination skin) and need a moisturiser after using this. I guess this is perfect for oily skin..as it does control oil…and has tea tree oil which is good for acne..
Since I do not have any breakout right now (touchwood), I am not sure how fast it is in healing acne or if it helps with that..but it definitely did not break me out and kept acne at bay.
Pros:
1. Neem and tea tree oil, two active ingredients of this, are very good for healing acne.
2. Cleanses skin well.
3. Skin feels refreshed.
4. Controls oil.
5. Perfect for oily skin.
6. Economical than other tea tree face wash in the market.
7. Easily available.
Cons:
1. Dry skin would find it very drying…you surely need a moisturiser after this.
Overall I would say its perfect for oily skin..and controls oil and cleanses well..comes in various sizes..and one of the economical tea tree face wash in the market.
Rating:
Quality: 3.75/5 Value for money: 4/5 Availability: 4/5
Overall Rating: 3.75/5
Would I buy it again: Maybe..if and when I need
Have you tried the Garnier Pure Active Neem Face Wash ?
What the Company claims: Lip N’ Cheek is a water-resistant cream that colors lips and cheeks with a natural touch.
Ingredients:
MRP: Rs.500/- for 10ml
I had mentioned about the Lip N’ Cheek HERE with all the swatches..and also the shades available..
Shades:
Poppy: A bright orange
Freesia: A nude brown..MLBB kinda shade
Dahlia: Rust brown
Rose: Pretty pink brown
Lily: Light Peach
Tulip : Brick orange
Amaryllis : A light milky brown
Lotus: Pale Pink
Orchid: Pretty Deep Berry
I am reviewing the shade Orchid today.
It comes in a small tube form..with a slant applicator. Its quite thin in consistency and light water like in texture..
But the pigmentation is nice..once blended on the cheeks or lips..it stays ans stays..
It basically gives a soft hue or tint..a very natural look..and is perfect for everyday..when you do not want too bright a color or a lipstick on yourself…and something that stays put whole day..for the cheeks, it gives a soft flushed look..
Orchid is a deep berry shade..that gives a beetroot like pink flush to the cheeks and lips.
Pros:
1. Convenient packaging.
2. Though its a small tube, it actually contains 10 ml and being a tint, its quite a good qty.
3. Stays put whole day.
4. Gives a soft tint to the lips and a flushed look to the cheeks.
5. You just need a little bit as it is quite pigmented.
Cons:
1. Kryolan stores are not located everywhere and its not available online too.
Overall, I would say its quite worth it..and a must try..I also love the shades Poppy and Rose apart from Orchid. Check out all the shades HERE. Highly recommend it.
Rating:
Quality: 4/5 Value for money: 4/5 Availability: 3.5/5
Colorbar Pout in a Pot Lip Color Fabel Pink Review, Swatches
Colorbar Pout in a Pot is nothing but a revamped version of their lip pots..and now comes with this brush and mirror packaging.
What the Company claims: A luscious range of lip colours Pout in a Pot for plump and gorgeous lips. A rich creamy lip colour is a must-have for the upcoming season. Pamper your pout with this attractively plumping lip color that stays color-true and gives lips beautiful, lustrous depth. Pout in a Pot is loaded with emollients to deep nourish and moisturise your lips. It is a rich creamy formula that gives you shining hue in a single stroke. The lip colour has silky texture and luxurious finish and you don?t need to apply lip gloss over it. Packed in an attractive transparent jar the lip colour is easy to carry in your bag. Moreover, the pot has a mirror and special applicator that makes it easy to use.
Ingredients:
Shades Available:
Ange Rose
Tricky Orange
Fabel Pink
Charming Pink
Coral Slash
Rosa Petal
Rhythmic Pink
Tan me Brown
MRP: Rs.550/- for 4g
How to use: Line the lips with a suitable lip liner. Apply lip color with a lip brush on both upper and lower lips. To refresh and even out, press lips together. Using a lip brush gives a richer and more precise color application.
It comes in a flip cover packaging with a mirror on one side..and the brush is outside..which I tried removing in all possible ways..but it just did not budge..and I stopped trying :/
It is super creamy and pigmented..highly glossy…love the texture..
Also it stays for a 3-4 hours and leaves behind a stain..but does transfer on objects..
003 Fabel Pink is no pink..but a soft coral on me..
1. Nice packaging…handy mirror and brush (If it comes out, that is :p)
2. Super creamy
3 Very pigmented.
4. Stays for 3-4 hours and leaves behind a stain.
5. No lip balm or gloss needed..quite moisturising and glossy.
6. Feels quite light..and does not smear or spread.
Cons:
1. Little expensive.
2. Does transfer on everything.
3. Brush is of no use to me..as just does not come out :/
Overall I did say..these are quite nice..and perfect for times when you do not want heavy rich colors..but something casual yet nice..Also the shades available are all nice..I do recommend these..
Oxyglow Bearberry and Grape Fairness Skin Lightening Facewash Review
By Shruti
Product: Oxyglow Bearberry and Grape Fairness Facewash
Qty.: 110 ml.
Price: Rs.115/-
What the Company claims: The bearberry and grape fairness face wash helps in preventing roughness of skin by deep cleansing the pores. It helps in restoring the optimum moisture balance of the skin. It is a skin lightening fairness face wash which helps in maintaining the youthfulness of the skin as well.
Directions for Use: It is to be used twice an day followed up with oxyglow intensive moisturizing lotion.
Review
The oxyglow bearberry and grape fairness face wash looks very appealing. The entire look and feel of the product is interesting. Through the transparent tube the face wash is visible and it immediately ups our curiosity quotient. Small purplish blue beads / granules of the bearberry and grape extracts beg for attention. They keep us engaged and after a minute or so you end up realising it is not a toy (the beads going up and down is pretty fun) but a face wash.
Just like the looks, the aroma of this product is fruity and refreshing. How I wish I could go on writing only the good stuff about it. For me this face wash did not quiet work. I have a combination skin (leaning more towards dry skin) and an oily T-zone and when used upon, the face wash ended up making my skin (especially the area around the lips and chin) feel very dry instead of moisturizing it.
The fact that this product contains SLES (sodium lauryl ether sulphate), SLS (Sodium laureth sulphate) which is a cleansing and foaming agent is not reassuring. It could cause skin / eye irritation for those allergic to it. For me this was not a deterrent as I am not allergic to any of the above.
On the other hand some Grape seed, Aloe Vera, Bearberry and Chamomile extracts help in inducing a relaxing fragrance and feel to the skin. This product might work wonders for the oily skin type. It will surely provide some good moisture balancing and rejuvenation to the oily skin type.
As far as the packaging is concerned, it is a very convenient tube with a flip cap. The pricing is also fine.
Let me summarize this one for you all:-
Pros:
1. Attractive purple granules lends an appealing look
2. Foams well
3. Very refreshing fragrance
4. Will work well for the oily skin type
5. Has many extracts of fruits (grape, bearberry etc) and plants (chamomile)
6. Enriched with Vitamin E
7. Decent quantity and pricing
Cons:
1. Not suitable for all skin types
2. Contains some chemicals which could cause allergic reactions
3. Feels little more chemical based than natural
Price Rating: 8/10
Availability: 8/10
Overall Rating: 6/10
I might not buy it again, since it did not suite my skin type. For those with oily skin would you like to give it a try? Do let us know here!
The Body Shop Color Crush Lipsticks Review, Swatches
I showed you the swatches of all Body Shop Color Crush Lipsticks HERE. I also asked you to guess which two I picked..some of you guessed one right..
I liked 101 Red Siren which is a true red shade..but then I had many deep reds..I picked up 115 Enraptured Red and 335 Hot Date.
What the Company claims :Fall In Love with Lip Smacking Colour Introducing New Colour Crush Lipstick Fall in love with lip smacking colour with new Colour Crush™ Lipstick, our new, super nourishing lipstick collection made from the finest quality crushed pigments. From red-carpet reds, to flirty pinks, to au natural nudes, each cutting-edge lip colour is 100% cruelty free, 100% vegetarian and 100% high impact.
Lust-Have Lip Colour
Our new Colour Crush™ Lipstick collection is an on-trend palette of 24 brilliantly vibrant shades of lipstick, each delivering maximum colour impact. The fashion-forward line-up is available in three colour families; the brightest reds, the sweetest pinks and the finest nudes, in a mix of pure colour and subtle shimmer finishes. Whatever your style, whatever your skins tone, it’s time to reveal your true colours…
Crush On You
Our Colour Crush™ collection marries our most intense, full-on colours with luscious moisture. Our secret? We’ve travelled the world to source high-quality pigments, which we’ve finely crushed then blended with a drop of nurturing cherry seed oil and coated with our finest, silkiest Community Fair Trade marula oil. The result is vivid, wow-worthy colour that glides onto lips and feels mega-comfortable to wear. What’s more, each lipstick has a sophisticated delicate floral rose fragrance. Divine!
Three Colour Families
With so many hot hues to choose from, you can re-invent your lip-look every day. We love the flame-red drama of Red Siren 101, a bold and beautiful crimson that adds a touch of Hollywood glamour. We think our pink and violet shades are to-die-for; try Red Hot Raspberry 201 for a fierce fuchsia that packs a punch And for easy-to-wear elegance, slick on beautiful beige; one of our favorites is Coral Kiss 315, a shimmering peachy nude. Priced at a purse-friendly Rs.795 for 3.5g, you’ll want to get your hands on them!
Ingredients:
MRP: Rs.795/- for 3.5g
It comes in three different color families..so the packaging has three different colored caps..
Most of them I swatched where frost finish or gave that effect..I picked up 115 and 335 which were not frost..
115 Enraptured Red is a nice deep pinkish red.
335 Hot Date is a light mauve plum
These are super moisturising..no need of any lip balm with these..and highly pigmented..like two swipes give deep opaque coverage..and would cover pigmented lips too..
What I was amazed at..is the staying power ! No moisturising lipstick stays that long..like max 3-4 hours..this stayed for 6-7 hours plus and the tint was there till the end..which was quite deep and prominent too..
Pros:
1. Super pigmented.
2. Highly moisturising.
3. Stays for 6-7 hours and leaves behind a strong tint.
4. Has a soft rose fragrance.
5. Chic color wise packaging. 6. Glossy finish. 7. Does not smear or bleed.
Cons:
1. Expensive.
2. More shades in frost finish out of the shades launched.
3. Not all shades launched here.
Overall quality wise, these are fab ! When all qualities are present in a lipstick, its perfect ! And this one is..I highly recommend these ! After the Body Shop Color Crush Eyeshadows which were awesome, this too has stood upto those expectations being from the same range. Check out all other lipsticks swatches HERE.
Rating: Quality: 4.5/5 Value for money: 4/5 Availability: 4/5 Overall Rating: 4/5 Would I buy it again : Yes Have you tried The Body Shop Color Crush Lipstcks ?
Oriflame More by Demi Nail Polish Hollywood Red, Tea Rose and Pink Drama Review, NOTD What the Company claims: Turn your life into your very own vibrant fairy tale with Oriflame’s highest pigmentation lipstick and nail polish ever, from the glamorous More by Demi collection. Brought to you by Hollywood actress Demi Moore, the range gives the ultimate intensity in colour and an extraordinary finish, meaning your colourful fantasies can now become a reality. LAVISH YOUR NAILS in the bold, luxuriant colours of the high-gloss nail polishes. With dazzling colour intensity and available in six glamorous shades, they are formulated to resist fading and retain a high-gloss finish, capturing the seductive allure of iconic Hollywood glamour.
DARE TO BE BOLD with the most glamorous lipstick ever, uniquely blended with nourishing moisturisers and intense pigments for an ultra-rich colour that glides on smoothly and delivers the perfect Hollywood finish. Get bright, healthy shine to your nails with this premium nail polish. Stays long, easy to apply, fast drying. About More by Demi Nail Polish Range: Smear your nails in the bold and rich colours of Oriflame More by Demi Nail Polish. With its high gloss finish and bright obsessive shades, the nail paints bring the world at your fingertips.
Built to resist colour fade, Oriflame More by Demi Nail Polish is available in six lasting shades of Hollywood Red, Pink Drama, Forbidden Burgundy, Black Red, Daring Brown and Tea Rose. MRP: Rs.399/- for 7ml (Mostly on offers) I loved the gold embossing and the packaging..this as claimed are indeed, super pigmented ! I was surprised by the pigmentation the first time I applied it..
I generally have to build up nail colors..even the darker ones..as to minimum 2-3 coats..this was :swoosh: in one coat..super duper bright..no second coat drama ! Its super glossy and no need of a top coat too. The brush is easy to use.. Only issue being it started chipping from the tips the second day..and then all over after 3-4 days..I wished it stayed longer..and also takes time to dry..but nonetheless, the pigmentation is just amazing..
I have applied Hollywood Red here..even Pink Drama is bright and pigmented..
Hollywood Red is a true bright bold red.
Pink Drama is a deep raspberry pink..just love this shade ! Tea Rose is a neutral rosy pink..one of those nude pinks..good for formal wear. Would do an NOTD with a lighter shade like Tea Rose too.. I highly highly recommend Hollywood Red for brides-to-be ! And the Pink Drama too..one of my HG now..This is one must have nail enamel ! Rating:
Quality: 4/5 Value for money: 4/5 (When on offers) Availability: 3.5/5
Overall Rating: 3.75/5
Would I buy it again: Yes
Have you tried the Oriflame More by Demi Nail Polish yet ?
Oriflame More by Demi Lipstick Coral Red Review, Swatches What the Company claims: Turn your life into your very own vibrant fairy tale with Oriflame’s highest pigmentation lipstick and nail polish ever, from the glamorous More by Demi collection. Brought to you by Hollywood actress Demi Moore, the range gives the ultimate intensity in colour and an extraordinary finish, meaning your colourful fantasies can now become a reality.
DARE TO BE BOLD with the most glamorous lipstick ever, uniquely blended with nourishing moisturisers and intense pigments for an ultra-rich colour that glides on smoothly and delivers the perfect Hollywood finish. Combined with luscious moisturizers and intense pigments, Oriflame More by Demi Lipstick glides on smoothly, with its ultra rich colour the lipstick delivers a glamorous finish reminiscent of the allure of Hollywood beauties. This is Oriflame’s first ever premium lipstick with click closure feature for easy application, the lipstick is available in five fantasy shades of Hollywood Red, Coral Red, Pink Drama, Cherry Delight, and Daring Brown.
MRP: Rs.698/- for 4g (mostly on offers) To start with, I lovee the packaging ! The gold pacakging..and click through mechanism..alike Chanel Rouge Allure..at this price is fab..
The formula is super moisturizing..with the number of oils in the ingredients..it has to be that moisturizing.
It is super duper bright and pigmented..with two swipes you have perfect opaque coverage..and would work for pigmented lips too.
Coral Red is a bright orangey red..actually more of orange than red…this shade would look fab on all skin tones. It stays for 4-5 hours and leaves behind a pretty tint..
Here is it on me..
Pros: 1. Amazing packaging. 2. Superb pigmentation. 3. Very creamy and moisturising. 4. Stays for 4-5 hours and leaves behind a nice pretty deep tint. 5. 3 beautiful reds in this range..red lovers definitely need to get one ! 6. Though its expensive..but mostly on offers..and quite a steal when on a offer ! Don’t miss. Cons: 1. Available through reps. 2. Would have loved more shades..peaches, plums, corals, mauves, rose pinks.. 3. Transfers. There are 3 shades of red, one pink and one brown..I am loving the sound of the Pink one..Pink Drama…love the Pink Drama Nail enamel of this range ! Overall, I would say its amazing in quality and texture..and a must try..all three reds are pretty nice..and the pink one too..Highly recommended !
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 Oriflame More by Demi Lipsticks ?
If you follow me my facebook and/or twitter..you would be knowing how I got the box torn from one side..and the pen drive was missing..
And instead of the grey, I got two green shades..
So lets review the four I have..
What the Company claims: Reinvent your everyday look with the all new Lakme Eyeconic White. With a deep colored stroke in an easy twist up format, it gives your eyes a long-lasting, Eyeconic look throughout the day.Smudge proof, water proof and dermatologically tested; Lakme’s Eyeconic White accentuates your eyes and makes them look bigger and brighter. Key Features: Smudge proof Water Proof, Lasts up to 10 hrs Safe for eyes Convenient Twist- up format
MRP: Rs.250/- for 1.3g
It comes in the same retractable kajal packaging as Lakme Eyeconic in Black or other kajals in the market..its a tough competition in kajals category, I tell you..
White is a pure white shade
Brown is a dark chocolate brown
Green is a deep forest green
Blue is a light forest green (?) (I have no idea why the blue is a green..Lakme has released blue which is almost similar to the green..just a tad bit lighter..I had first thought I got three greens..but it was named blue..and when I saw online, I found that their blue is just like the green..I wish it was a navy blue or a nice peacock or turquoise blue..why the same blue as green, Lakme ?)
Anyways, so here you see only white and brown different..and two similar greens :p
T-B: Brown, Blue, Green, White
These are so super soft..these just break ! Two of the pencils’ tips broke while swatching..and again while trying..I have no idea why these are so soft..do they need to be kept in fridge or something ? It is as it is quite cold..this is only leading to product wastage..and after breaking the tip again and again, you will be hardly left with any product :/
One has to be super careful with this..
These do glide on smoothly and are too soft..no tugging or pulling..pigmentation is quite good too..
They stay on for 7-8 hours on my upper lashline and for 4-5 hours on my waterline..there was not much smudging..but just that they collect at the edges of the eye..but no raccoon eyes issue..
White looks too stark white..I prefer nudes on my waterline..I like using the white in the inner corners of the eyes..
Here I have used brown on my upper and lower lashline and waterline and white slightly in the inner corners..
I like the green one too..
Overall, I would say these are new in the market and colored kajals are a nice thing to have..and budget friendly too..only issue is too much product wastage..and not many shade options..
I would recommend the Green and Brown ! And if you like using white on the waterline..White too..
Rating:
Quality: 3.75/5 Value for money: 4/5 Availability: 4/5
Overall Rating: 3.75/5
Would I buy it again: Yes..may be the Brown and Green..and other shades, if they come out with them..How I wish they do.. P.S: I am loving the songs ‘Ye Kudi Badi Drama Queen Hai’ and ‘Tune Maari Entry toh Dil Me Baji Ghantiya Re Tang Tang’ 😀 Do you like them too ? Soo catchy !
Have you tried the new Lakme Eyeconic Colored Kajal ?