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Revlon ColorStay Nail Enamel 230 Bonsai Review, NOTD

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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

b.liv Got Oil Relief Toner Review

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b.liv Got Oil Relief Toner Review
By Magali
The Got Oil Relied Controlling Toner (as the name suggests) is made especially for oily skin. A month ago I had the worst breakouts that I’ve ever had so it was the perfect time to really put this product to the test & see if it lives up to it’s claims. The bottle comes with a spray cap & a lid. 
The spray mechanism feels well made & sprays a fine mist. The bottle is quite travel friendly too.
This does a good job of removing excess oiliness & refreshed your skin too. 
A lot of oil control cleansers & toners leave my skin feeling parched but not his one. I also use it after cleansing, to remove the last traces of makeup.
Pros-
1. Travel Friendly
2. Removes excess oil without drying out the skin
Cons-
1. Contains Parabens
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Have you tried b.liv Got Oil Relief Toner ?

Garnier White Complete Fairness Face Wash Review

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Garnier White Complete Fairness Face Wash Review

By Jayshree

What garnier white complete fairness face wash claims:
Garnier skin naturals light face wash compliments your skin to the fullest and keeps its youthfulness entact
• Garnier skin naturals light face wash is enriched with purifying agents, it has a unique double action
• It purifies pores for deep-down cleansing without grains
• Exposure to sun, pollution and harsh environmental conditions makes skin appear dull and dark
• The pure lemon essence helps to accelerate dark cells exfoliation and stimulates fresher, lighter skin to resurface
• Instant whitening agents fade off brown spots
• Its formula cleanses and clarifies the skin thoroughly and removes impurities that make the skin dull
• This face wash from garnier is an absolute essential.

Ingredients:
Water, Palmitic Acid, Myristic Acid, Lauric Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Stearic Acid, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, PEG-150 Distearate, Glycerin, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Alcohol, DMDM Hydantoin, Limonene, Linalool, Benzyl Salicylate, Gentiana Lutea Extract, Propylparaben, Disodium EDTA, Butylparaben, Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose,, Lemon Fruit Extract, BHT, Fragrance, Sodium Chloride.

Price of garnier white complete fairness face wash: Rs.78/- for 50 grams 

Shelf life: 36 months from the manufactured date.

How to apply garnier white complete fairness face wash: Apply on wet face, lather, rinse with water.

My views about garnier white complete fairness face wash:

This comes in a yellow and white tube that has a screw cap. This face wash has a creamy texture and thick consistency that is white in color. This resembles the cream fair & lovely. This product is best if you have dry skin or want to use in winters. This can prove to be very effective then and also reduce the complexion to one tone.  But, this is also observed only in the beginning that reduces by time. This doesn’t lather that well and leaves a creamy texture on your face after applying directly. To lather the face wash, you first have to rub the dollop onto your palms and then apply this on face. This gives an oily feeling when washing my face and makes it look even greasier, since I have oily skin. This adds an instant fairness upon application that fades with time and starts looking greasy. 


Pros of garnier white complete fairness face wash:
• Only suitable for dry 
• Refreshing lemony scent
• Good for winters
• Friendly  packaging 
• Travel friendly 
• Affordable price 
• Easily available.

Cons of garnier white complete fairness face wash:
• Doesn’t lives up to its claim to lighten skin tone 
• Not suitable for oily skin
• Gets greasy with time

Rating for garnier white complete fairness face wash: 2 out of 5.

Will I repurchase garnier white complete fairness face wash?
No, defiantly not for me at least. You may give this a try if you have dry skin or for winters. 

Kaya Balancing Cleansing Gel and Rebalancing Mist Review

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Kaya Balancing Cleansing Gel and Rebalancing Mist Review

Both these products are a part of Hydra Surge 360º Range..The new Hydra Surge 3600 range provides total essential hydration for dry and sensitive skin. The unique products under this range are enriched by ‘White Lily’, which is grown organically in Switzerland and known for its hydrating and soothing skin benefits from the ancient times. This revolutionary range helps replenish NMF (Natural Moisturising Factor) and restore the balance between water and lipids of skin, to keep it looking plump, radiant and beautiful for longer.

What the Company claims: Kaya Balancing Cleansing Gel is an instantly refreshing mild cleanser.
Kaya Balancing Cleansing Gel is an instantly refreshing mild cleanser
It effectively cleanses dry and sensitive skin without stripping it of its natural oils
An effective moisture complex of hydrating White Lily, Vitamin B5 and Phospholipid ( derived from natural Safflower oil with anti-irritant properties) nourishes your skin.
Also, maintains its moisture balance leaving it clean, soft and smooth.

Directions: Apply to wet face and gently massage with fingertips. Rinse thoroughly with water.

MRP: Rs.450/- for 100 ml


Directions and Ingredients of Balancing Cleansing Gel :


What the Company claims: Rebalancing Mist is a non-alcoholic toner which is enriched with botanical extracts of hydrating White Lily, cool cucumber and soothing witch hazel. It helps reduce the pore size and soothes red skin caused by exposure to UV rays and dry weather, leaving it relaxed, soft and delicately scented.


MRP: Rs. 400 for 100 ml


Directions and Ingredients of Rebalancing Mist:


The Balancing Cleansing Gel is a pump bottle with a small nozzle which dispenses just the right amount..its a clear transparent runny gel.

Has this soft lily smell..which is quite soothing..

Cleanses face well and rids of impurities and leaves skin hydrated..no stretchy feeling..but it does not foam much..this is just perfect for winters and for people with dry skin.


Rebalancing Mist is a spray bottle..a super mild non-alcoholic toner..it has cucumber, white lily and witch hazel..which closes pores..and tones skin well..its just spray and go..and very very convenient to use..either on cotton or directly..I use it directly..this would work for all skin tones..my personal favorite toner these days ! It has the same soothing lily smell.




This range is perfect for winters..as they are hydrating and moisturising..and also for dry skin throughout..

Cleansing Gel is ideal for dry skin.

I loved the Rebalancing Mist..I recommend it for all skin types..

And now Kaya skin care products are available on all the sites online..so availability is not an issue too..you need to go to the Kaya Skin Clinic just for the products specially.

Rating: (For Cleansing Gel)

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

Overall Rating: 4/5 

Would I buy it again: Yes

Rating: (For Rebalancing Mist)

Quality: 4.5/5 
Value for money: 3.5/5 
Availability: 3.5/5 

Overall Rating: 4/5 

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried anything from the Kaya Hydra Surge 360 Range ?

Win 5 Eye Shadows from Madison Street Beauty

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Win 5 Eye Shadows from Madison Street Beauty

About Madison Street Beauty: At Madison Street Beauty we’re passionate about offering all natural products. Check out our line of eye shadows, foundation, blush, bronzers, concealers, nail polish, lip balms and more.

Madison Street Beauty was founded to provide environmentally friendly products with all natural and vegan cosmetics. Founded in 2011 from humble beginnings, we have quickly become an indie beauty favorite online. Our goal is to make finding natural products as easy and as affordable as possible while providing the highest standards of customer service. Our dedication to conservation extends throughout our business so you won’t find needless and wastefully extravagant packaging or damaging, chemically filled products being marketed aggressively in an inefficient and ecologically harmful way. We want to put a stop to that and show people that you don’t have to pay the earth to get the highest quality products that don’t hurt you or the environment.
We pride ourselves on our reputation and feedback and want nothing more than for every single customer to have a happy experience and try out all natural alternatives. We are also proud to say that everything we sell is made by hand right here in the USA from our location in Las Vegas.
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I got these five..Belgian Truffle, Golden Olive, Nude Shimmer, Cherry Blossom and Moroccan Bronze eyeshadows..

These come in a nice jar with a sifter and 5 holes..just perfect to dispense the quantity needed..

These are super pigmented..all these swatches are only one swipe ! And stay quite long even without a primer..

These are soo beautiful and gorgeous !! Love each and every shade !
T-B: Cherry Blossom, Belgian Truffle, Nude Shimmer
T-B: Nude Shimmer, Golden Olive, Moroccan Bronze

Belgian Truffle: A matte light milky brown..good for blending in the crease.
Golden Olive: Gold and olive green duochrome
Nude Shimmer: Shimmer brown champagne
Cherry Blossom: A beautiful lilac pink and gold duochrome..quite unique and a striker !
Moroccan Bronze: Bright True Bronze
And one of you gets to win any 5 eye shadows of your choice..Check all the shades HERE
What you need to do ?
Follow the mandatory rules in the Rafflecopter..and some optional ones for more points..

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It starts today..and ends after 2 weeks on 31st January 2013. Open Internationally.
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L’oreal Paris Glam Shine Balmy Gloss Pomegranate Punch Review, Swatches

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L’oreal Paris Glam Shine Balmy Gloss 909 Pomegranate Punch Review, Swatches

What the Company claims: L’Oreal Paris introduces its first glossy crayon format for that looks after your lips. Balm and Gloss finally combined in an playful crayon format for mirror free application. Lips feel moisturised, look shiny with a sheer fresh looking colour pay off.

Balm and gloss in one crayon format
Enriched with flower extracts
Not sticky
Ultra light feel
Fresh sorbet shades.

Shades Available:

  • 911 Lychee Lust
  • 910 Passion Fruit Perfect
  • 912 Peach Pleasure
  • 909 Pomegranate Punch

MRP: Rs.400/- for 2.5g

Another lip crayon..no its not a recent one..as you all know..but I had not tried it before..it comes in 5-6 shades but only these 4 are available everywhere.

Comes in a normal swivel up packaging…and has matching outer body to the shades..

Its super glossy and balmy as the name goes..has a slight fruity smell.

Pomegranate Punch is the brightest and juiciest of all four shades..its a reddish pink..with some fine shimmer.

It stays on for 2-3 hours..the shine fades in an hour or so..but the color stays..and leaves a tint behind.

Here is it on me..

Pros:

1. Nice packaging,

2. Easy to carry around.

3. Super glossy and moisturising..no need of a lip gloss or lip balm with this.

4. Quite pigmented.

5. Stays for 2-3 hours and leaves behind a tint.

6. Most reasonably priced lip crayon in the market.

Cons:

1. I would have loved more shades in this.

2. I wish it was sans shimmer.

Overall, its a nice buy..value for money..this shade Pomegranate Punch is the brightest and would look good on all skin tones..Recommend it !

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 4/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried the L’oreal Paris Glam Shine Balmy Gloss ? Your favorite ? 

Faces Neon Matte Nail Enamel Fire Stick Review, NOTD

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Faces Neon Matte Nail Enamel Fire Stick Review, NOTD
 
By now, all of you must be knowing about these super gorgeous bright neon matte nail enamels launched by Faces.
 
I have reviewed 75 Ibiza HERE and 76 Bubblepop HERE
 
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 !
 
This shade is wrongly named as Bubblepop..as you can see Bubblepop is a bubblegum pink and Ibiza is a bright coral..
 
This shade is brighter then Ibiza..a mix of orangey coral and pink..I was thinking it might not be as bright as Fire Stick..but then there are no other shades left out of the 5 neon shades launched..
 
Goes opaque in 2-3 coats and stays for a long time..more than a week.
 
The brush is super easy to use and gives a nice, smooth streak free finish. It dries super quick..no hassles of waiting..its TOLUENE & DBP, Camphor and Formaldéhyde free. 

Perfect quality and good enough quantity..justified price..I have all 3 brights..Ibiza, Bubblepop and this..
 

Highly recommended !

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

Have you tried the Faces Neon Matte Nail Enamels ? 

L’oreal Paris Kajal Magique Review, Swatches

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L’oreal Paris Kajal Magique Review, Swatches

What the Company claims: Line your eyes with a stroke of sheer magic
L’Oréal Paris launches Kajal Magique – the first ever Kajal from the brand 

You can speak volumes with your eyes and the best way to highlight them is with the ever-favorite kajal. L’Oréal Paris, the world’s #1 beauty brand launches Kajal Magique, its first ever Kajal in India. L’Oréal Paris as a brand is known to create products that match the needs of the contemporary Indian women, and this kajal is the perfect tool to craft gorgeous eye looks. So go bold, smoky, or let creativity take over your eyes. 

L’Oréal Paris Kajal Magique is supremely black and doubles up as a darker-than-night eyeliner. It is powered with a new generation formula and mineral pigments for a deep intense color payoff. Along with providing a great finish, it is also enriched with ingredients like Vitamin E, Cocoa Butter, Olive Oil Esters and Vitamin C Derivative, which provide extraordinary care and a soothing feeling to the eyes. Since it is ophthalmologically tested, it is safe and suitable for contact lens wearers. Designed to last for up to 12 hours, Kajal Magique is smudge proof, waterproof and non-transferable. 

The product is priced at Rs. 245 (for 0.35g) and is available across all L’Oréal Paris boutiques and counters.


L’oreal Paris has launched its first ever Kajal in India..a tough competition from the already existing Maybelline Colossal Kajal and Lakme Eyeconic Kajal in the market.. Both Lakme and Maybelline are 0.35g. Lakme has also launched 5 new shades in the Eyeconic range.

So how does this L’oreal Paris Kajal Magique fare ? Read on..

First of all, I loved the black and fuchsia packaging..quite a combo..It has the same swivel up mechanism..has the same qty..and is equally travel friendly as others..

Coming to the pigmentation..its not the darkest black in one swipe per se..but when you layer it on your waterline…its gets quite intense and dark..

Thats the whole quantity
About the staying power, it is quite long lasting indeed ! No kajal stays on my waterline for long..but this one did..on my waterline it stays for a good 5-6 hours..and then fades a little but does not go away completely..and on my upper lashline..it stayed the whole day..10+ hours.

Pros:

1. Nice packaging.
2. Travel friendly.
3. Is quite smooth and glides on well.
4. Does not smudge or give raccoon eyes.
5. Staying power is amazing..both on the waterline and on the upper lashline.
6, Works well as an eyeliner.

Cons:

1. Finishes up soon..as you need to layer it for more intensity..this finishes up pretty soon.
2. Does not stay for 12 hours as claimed and not completely water proof.

Overall, I would say its pretty nice in terms of staying power..and if it was more deeper jet black, it would have been the best kajal in town..but since it needs to be layered for that intensity, it finishes up quicker too..and also its priced a little higher than the counterparts..

But if you want a long staying kajal, then I highly recommend this !

Rating: 

Quality: 3.75/5 
Value for money: 3.5/5 
Availability: 4/5 

Overall Rating: 3.75/5 

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried the L’oreal Paris Kajal Magique ? 

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review 

Oriflame Beauty Studio Artist Cream Blush Review, Swatches

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Oriflame Beauty Studio Artist Cream Blush Soft Peach and Pink Glow Review, Swatches

What the Company claims: Famed for its long lasting properties and easy application, the cream blush is a must have makeup item in your beauty kit.

The weightless formula of the blush blends easily into skin while the creamy texture sculpts and highlights the cheeks to give a healthy glow. Comprising light reflecting Illuma Flair Complex, the cream blush provides a buildable colour while creating soft- focus effect in any light.

Available in three vivacious shades of soft peach, pink glow and sheer berry, Oriflame Beauty Studio Artist Cream Blush gives a radiant shine without looking oily.

So flaunt your well defined cheekbones and be festive picture ready with Oriflame Beauty Studio Artist Cream Blush.

Ingredients:

MRP: Rs.549/- for 20ml (mostly on offers)

Shades Available:

  • Soft Peach
  • Pink Glow
  • Sheer Berry

I had mentioned about the launch of Oriflame Studio Artist Cream Blush HERE.

It comes in tube form..no dipping hands or hygiene issues..

The formula is sheer but buildable..so you wont end up looking like a clown or something..even if you are a newbie..it is indeed quite easy to use as claimed.

Soft Peach is a light nude peach color..almost looks like my skin when blended..this does not show up on me..may be this would show up on very fair skin tones.
L-R: Swatch, Unblended, Blended Top- Soft Peach, Bottom- Pink Glow
I love Pink Glow..it indeed gives that soft pink healthy ‘just came from the gym’ kinda glow..flushed dewy cheeks..and blends well..stays for around 3-4 hours.

Pros:

1. Sheer but buildable.
2. Easy to use and blend.
3. Gives a nice dewy finish.
4. Hygienic tube packaging.
5. Pink Glow gives a nice healthy flush to the cheeks.
6. Travel friendly.

Cons:

1. Available only through reps.
2. Soft Peach does not show up at all.

Overall, its a nice cream blush..good for even newbies..easy to blend and use..and carry around. I recommend Pink Glow and may be Sheer Berry..the swatches of Sheer Berry look good too..

Rating: 

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

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried Oriflame Beauty Studio Artist Cream Blush ?

P.S: PR Samples. Honest Review

Maybelline Lip Polish Glam2 Review, Swatches

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Maybelline Colorsensational Lip Polish Glam2 Review, Swatches

I had mentioned about the Maybelline Lip Polish Launch in India HERE

What the Company claims: This New Year, get ready to  hypnotize with our latest and newest product – the Lip Polish. 

It’s the ultimate lip potion and has multiple benefits. Like the Maybelline New York Girl who has it all, this Lip Polish has it all too! 

It has the Shine of a Lip Gloss, Color of a Lip Stick and takes care of the lips like a Lip Balm.   This Lip Polish is available in 15 shades. LIP POLISH Liquid color balm by Color sensational A single step for hypnotic lips The secret? A trio of Concentrates 1. Potent Color extracts 2. Concentrated lip balm 3. Glossy shine serum No more layers… unleash the magic. FOR BEST RESULTS Apply lipcolor with applicator wand starting in the center of your upper lip. Work from the center to the outer edges of your lip, following the contours of your mouth. Then glide across the entire bottom lip. 

MRP: Rs.450/- for 5ml

Shades Available: 15

Read more HERE

They are named ‘Glam’ and ‘Pop’..the pop ones are quite bright..

It comes in a super cute packaging..shaped like a lipstick..it is short and stubby..and has this small wand with flat doe foot applicator..

Quite pigmented, moisturising, non sticky, super glossy and easy to apply..but cannot be layered..as it gets gloopy when layered..

It is quite easy to carry around, has no taste or smell..stays for around 2-3 hours and leaves behind a pretty tint which stays for another hour or so..

Glam2 is a pretty rose pink with a hint of coral..it has very fine shimmers in it..which do leave behind after the color wears off..

Pros:

1. Super cute packaging.
2. Easy to carry around.
3. Comes in 15 pretty shades.
4. Moisturising.
5. High shine and glossiness.
6. Non sticky.
7. Quite pigmented.
8. Stays for 2-3 hours and leaves behind a tint.

Cons:

1. Gets gloopy when layered.
2. Some shades are quite sheer.
3. I wish it was without the shimmer.
4. I think it should have been priced around Rs.350/- or Rs.375/- for 5ml of the quantity and considering Maybelline’s pricing of all products..which has always been its USP.

Overall I do like this..and I think its a great product to try..love how pigmented these are and stay long too..and as claimed..glossy and moisturising..plus available in all possible shades..

I do recommend these !

I want to try Glam7, Glam3 and Pop5, Pop1..how about you ?

Rating:

Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 3.25/5
Availability: 4/5

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried the Maybelline Lip Polish ? Which shade do you like ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review