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L’oreal Paris Infallible Eyeshadow Endless Chocolate Review, Swatches

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L’oreal Paris Infallible Mono Eyeshadow 12 Endless Chocolate Review, Swatches

I am probably the last one reviewing this 😀 But better late than never..so lets get on to the review of a must have gorgeous shade !

What the Company claims: Make a long lasting impression without batting an eye. Infallible eye shadows contain ultra concentrated color pigments, for an intense color finish and upto 24 hour long-lasting hold.

Shades Available:

04 Forever Pink
12 Endless Chocolate
05 Purple Obsession
09 Permanent Khaki
02 Hourglass Beige
06 All Night Blue
13 Burning Black
15 Flashback Silver
14 Eternal Black
20 Pebble Grey

MRP: Rs. 450/- for 3.5 g

Endless Chocolate is named Continuous Cocoa in the US.

This has a silver outlined glass packaging..with a see through at at the bottom..and a lid on top..and a black inner lid for the hold..

The texture is quite different than normal eye shadows..its not powdery..but a little creamy sorts..and kinda crumbly..if you get it..its super pigmented..one swipe would give you the desired pigmentation and color..

Endless Chocolate is a deep rich warm chocolate brown with golden shimmer..it is one perfect brown..and works great for those soft smokey eyes, as a liner or for the crease..this shade would go well with your casual or Indian wear..one versatile shade that everyone should own !

Pros:

1. Super pigmented..you get the desired pigmentation in a single swipe.
2. Stays on for a good 7-8 hours without primer too before they start to fade a little.
3. Works both wet and dry.
4. Endless Chocolate is a perfect warm everyday brown..great for the crease work..and for those soft smokey eyes..or just as a liner..
5. These are quite economical for the quality and 3.5 g would last quite long too !
6. Available in 10 shades.
7. A lot of qty in there !

Cons:

1. Packaging is not so convenient..if the shadow falls even once..it would crumble up.
2. There is some fall out since these are not densely packed or satiny in texture..
3. Some amazing shades are not introduced in India.

Overall I would say the shade is so super gorgeous that everyone should own this !! Highly recommended..

I am sure most of you would have this..and if not, go get it today !

Check out the review and swatches of All Night Blue HERE

Rating:

Quality: 4.25/5
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 Infallible Eye Shadows ? Your favorite shade?

Body Shop Lily Cole Collection Eyeliner, Hi Shine Lip Treatment Review, Swatches

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Body Shop Lily Cole Collection Eyeliner, Hi Shine Lip Treatment Review, Swatches

I had shared about the Body Shop Lily Cole Collection HERE..reviewing the liquid eyeliner and Hi Shine Lip Treatment today..and the two way mirror..

Lily Cole – Hi Shine Lip Treatment

What the Company claims: You can never have too much lip gloss, especially when it’s as super-glossy and super-delicious as this. Our wet-look gloss gives maximum shine and has a sweet flavour too. They’re limited edition so don’t miss out. Catch them while you can.

High gloss
Moisturising
Dermatologically tested
Sweet flavour
Limited edition

MRP: Rs. 400/- for 6ml

Shades Available are Go Pink, Go Naked, Go Wild and Go Play

I am reviewing Go Play which is a peachy nude shade..these are transparent glosses with shimmer..with just a hint of color..these would not cover pigmented lips..

Has a sweet fruity smell which I like..and is little sticky in texture..which actually makes it long staying..these are quite moisturising as claimed and high on shine too ! More so for topping up lipsticks if you like glossy, shiny pout..

It has a built in slanted applicator which makes it easy to apply..and is quite travel friendly too..the only issue would be removing the product at the end..

Lily Cole Collection Liquid Eyeliner 20 Ink Up Violet

What the Company claims: Our liquid eyeliner goes violet. Easy to control, the felt-tipped applicator puts colour exactly where you want it.It’s limited edition so don’t miss out. Catch it while you can.

Easy to apply
Smudge-resistant
Suitable for contact-lens wearers
Ophthalmologically tested
Dermatologically tested
Limited edition

MRP: Rs.795/- for 3ml

Its a felt tip liquid eyeliner..the felt tip makes it easy to control and use..dries to a semi matte finish..it sure is smudge proof and stays put the whole day..

Ink Up Violet is a true bluish violet shade..though I like the shade, it sure is pretty expensive for a liquid eyeliner..of 3ml qty !

Here are the swatches..

The two way pink mirror is quite cute. Great for grooming on the go. Two mirrors – one magnifies. A perfect handy mirror for your bag. Surely recommend it..

MRP: Rs. 595/-

What did you like ? Have you tried anything from the Lily Cole Collection ?

Maybelline Dream Matte Mousse Foundation Review, Swatches

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Maybelline Dream Matte Mousse Foundation Honey Beige Medium 4 Review, Swatches

Why You’ll Love It
Revolutionary whipped formula provides an air – soft, perfect matte finish coverage, with a weightless feel.
Color pigments offer superior coverage.
Blends effortlessly for a soft, natural – looking, even – toned result

Expert Tip
Start by applying foundation down the center of your face first.Use just a small amount and blend it in thoroughly.Layer more if necessary to achieve the coverage you want.

MRP: Rs. 525/- for 18g

Ingredients:

Shades Available:

  • Classic Ivory Light 2
  • Nude Light 4
  • Sandy Beige Medium 1
  • Pure Beige Medium 2
  • Honey Beige Medium 4
I have the Honey Beige Medium 4 which I guess is the darkest of the shades available in India..Nude Light or Sandy Beige Medium would have been a better match..but all the shades in this range have an orangey undertone :/
This is probably their first launch and is available here from a long time..it comes in a jar packaging..a little bigger than the Maybelline Dream Mousse Blush which was launched alongwith..
Its mousse like in texture..but settles to a dry powdery finish on the skin..very little qty is to be used and blended well..if you try to layer this or use more qty, it would give a cakey look…
It gives medium coverage..and is good for those who need minimal coverage..or are ok with less coverage for everyday wear…stays well for 5-6 hours.
See the deep orangey undertone..

Pros:
1. Just a little qty is needed.
2. Feels very light on the skin.
3. Can be easily used with fingers..no brush, etc needed.
4. Travel friendly..but its a glass jar..so one has to be a little careful though.
5. Economical..and a lot of qty is offered.
6. 5 shades to choose from.
7. Stays for 5-6 hours.
Cons:
1. If layered, would look cakey and patchy.
2. Settles in fine lines and pores.
3. May look powdery on dry skin.
4. All shades have orangey undertones.
5. Unhygienic jar packaging.
Overall I have mixed views for this..not very happy with this one..I love the Dream Liquid Foundation much much more..Would recommend this if you are oily skin and need less coverage and find a good shade match..
Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.25/5

Would I buy it again: No..its not for me..

Have you tried the Maybelline Dream Matte Mousse Foundation ?

Skinfood Nail Vita PK212 Review, NOTD

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Skinfood Nail Vita PK212 Review, NOTD 

What the Company claims: Except that this nail polish is available in different trendy colors, there are more details:

Gives a long lasting shine
Prevents drying nails and breakage

Protects dehydrated and rough nails
– Enriched with vitamins and keratin to counteract dehydration
– Gives a beautiful shine
– Color depending on number of layers
– Available in different colors: choose whether you go for trendy or elegant nails
– Dries quickly

MRP: 4.5 Euros for 13ml (Approx Rs. 300/-)

The shade PK212 is called Plum Milk..

Skinfood has tons of shades to shades to choose from..and apart from Nail Vita, they have other ranges too..

I love the shade..it is cool toned baby pink..but very sheer..needs 2-3 coats for it to show up properly..and takes some time to dry too if the coats are layered.

But it stays for 4-5 days without chipping and later too with some minor chipping stayed for around 10 days..

Gives a glossy finish..and the brush is easy to use too..and comes off easily without any staining or drying..

It has vitamins and keratin to protect the nails and prevent breakage..I am not sure of that..but nails surely felt better and not even drier..

And at 300, 13ml is a very good qty too..only issue being it is not available here 🙁

You can buy it from the BB Cream Shop HERE

Rating:

Quality: 4/5
Value for money: 3.75/5
Availability: 3/5

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried anything from Skinfood yet ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

Mineral Hygienics Starter Kit Review, Swatches

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Mineral Hygienics Starter Kit Review, Swatches

Hey, first of all Happy Dussehra !! For those not from India, Dussehra (Vijaya Dashami, Dasara, or Dashain) is a Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil. One paper down, three more to go..though I have 1-2 days break in between..

Coming to the review..

What the Company claims: Great Coverage and Longest Lasting.
Only a few natural ingredients.

Your Mineral Hygienics Starter Kit includes:
2 shades of Mineral Hygienics SPF Foundation
-Medium Light Mineral Foundation
-Medium Mineral Foundation

Mineral Hygienics mineral enhancer
– Warm Kiss

Mineral finishing powder
-Sheer Perfection…

The mini starter kit has 2 powder foundations and one kabuki brush..the starter kit includes 2 powder foundations, one kabuki brush, one bronzer, one setting powder, one powder brush and an eye shadow brush.

The price for the mini kit is 29.99$ and the bigger kit is 59.99$

Medium:

This is our most popular shade. When exposed to the sun your skin will tan very easily and in most situations you will not burn. You probably do not have skin sensitivity issues. Your neutral or warm undertones will look beautiful in our minerals!

Medium Light – Cool to Neutral Undertones
Medium – Neutral Undertones

Celebrities that best fit this shade:
Pamela Anderson
Jennifer Aniston

Tan:

Our Tan shade is for you if you have Medium/Dark, Tan, or Olive skin tones. All season long your skin will maintain at least a medium tone, but most likely will stay tan. In the summer months your skin will darken up very quickly and very easily. Most likely you will have dark brown or black hair.

Light Tan – Medium Dark Neutral Undertones
Medium Tan – Warm Golden Undertones

Celebrities that best fit this shade:
Jessica Alba
Eva Longoria
Jennifer Lopez

I have Light Tan, Fairly Tan, Medium and Medium Light in mineral powder foundations.

Though all blend with the skin and give a good match..Fairly Tan and Medium are a perfect match..Light Tan also works for contouring..

These take a few minutes to blend in with the skin..and then once set..they look super natural and stay for a good 5-6 hours even with humidity..the coverage is medium though..you can layer up for more coverage..a touch of concealer and mineral foundation on top and you would set for everyday I suppose..

These come in sifter jars and have quite a lot of product ! A little goes a long way with mineral foundations..

Here are the swatches..

From top-bottom :  Light Tan, Fairly Tan, Medium and Medium Light

Sheer Perfection Mineral Finish – Translucent: A super luxurious powder that will perfect your look. It is the final touch that will make your skin exceptional. Your face will feel as soft as silk, and look even better. Go crazy with this finishing powder! You’ll love it!

This is the setting cum finishing powder..its super soft..and actually feels smooth as silk..though this is white..so one needs to be careful with the quantity..so that you don’t get a whitish cast..but it sure does keep oil and shine at bay..one of the ingredients being rice powder !

Warm Kiss Mineral Bronzer: Everyone’s favorite! Soft, sheer, subtle sunkissed glow. Create the illusion of radiant, sun-kissed skin! Use as a healthy looking complexion booster, blush, cheek contour, eye shadow or lip color. Our Sheer Mineral Enhancers are light, natural and are perfect for color adjustments to your foundation.

This is the best bronzer I have come across ! A very natural looking terracotta rosy brown with some pearlescent shimmer..which is hardly visible..this would look gorgeous both as a blush and bronzer..and would give that softest sun kissed look possible !

This is a lot of quantity and would last super long..its quite pigmented..and like all mineral powders, the staying power is awesome too..

Here are the swatches..

These mineral foundations come with a slender kabuki brush..it is so super soft and dense..perfect to carry along..I have washed it 1-2 times and it did not shed much hair except 1-2..I love how soft it is..and picks up the perfect amount..

Get you kit HERE

You use mineral foundations ? Which is your favorite ?

P.S: PR Samples. Honest Review

WeChat: The New Way to Connect ?

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WeChat: The New Way to Connect ?

There is a new app to keep us connected now..The new way to connect Anytime. Anywhere. Anyone.
Chat any way you want: Voice,Video and Text. For free!
Connect with friends across platforms.
‘WeChat‘, a robust, fast-performing, 100% free mobile voice, video and text messaging application with the strength of over 200 million users worldwide. Among the many features that this app has, the friend-discovery location based social features and shared streaming photo feeds from friends’ personal photo albums are something which is very unique to this.

It’s free to download & install from iOS App Store, Google Play Store, Nokia Store and Windows Marketplace.

Here are some features of this app:

Provides world class communication tools on smartphones for FREE. Some of the key tools include Video/Voice Calling, text messaging, hold-to-talk voice messaging, broadcast (one-to-many) messaging, photo/video sharing, location sharing, and contact information exchange. Offers engaging one-on-one and group chat sessions with an extensive range of animated and custom emoticon and emoji art, customizable backgrounds, and a Rock-Paper-Scissors mini-game.

Supports social networking via shared streaming content feeds and location-based social plug-ins (Shake & Look Around) to chat with and befriend local and international WeChat users.

Shake: Exchange ‘contact information exchange’ with nearby WeChat users, or serendipitously connect with WeChat users worldwide who are eager to make new friends.

Look Around: Connect with nearby WeChat community members who are also looking around.

Voice Calling

• Provides a secure and robust social networking platform that emphasizes user privacy and fast response performance.
• Protects user data by offering on-demand contact list backup and retrieval to/from our cloud-based service.
• Simplifies user registration with mobile SMS/Voice messaging registration.
• Enables unlimited plug-in feature development via WeChat’s Open API platform
• More than 200 million global users as of September , 2012

I like the fact that it has so many features and even includes voice messages and video calling..I did try out voice messaging and it was super easy to use..Look Around Feature lists all the people online on WeChat around along with the distance..now the list goes on in hundreds..and just by logging in, random people start messaging..I would prefer something like allowing the person to message or accept a request kind and not that anyone can message you anytime randomly..Shake feature shows up people who are shaking their cell also at the same time..this did sound fun..but there was just one person and that too from Japan that showed up on the list :/

Group Chat

Compared to Whatsapp, it sends texts a little slower…but then it has added features of voice chats and video calling, fun emoticons and sharing..

If it overcomes these few shortcomings, I guess it can be one of the most widely used apps too..

Check out their facebook page HERE

P.S: A part of Product reviews program for Blogadda.

Have you tried the WeChat app ?

Maybelline Baby Lips Color and Care Lip Balm Review, Swatches

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Maybelline Baby Lips Color Lip Balm Pink Lolita, Coral Flush and Care Anti Oxidant Berry Review, Swatches
At first, your truly is featured in the ifabbo 50 International Bloggers to Watch and Learn from..check it HERE . Elated 🙂 Thank you so much guys for all the love and support..and I hope it will continue to be so :)Moving on to the review..

Why You’ll Love It
No more basic lip balm
Visibly renewed lips and 8-hr hydration
The secret: Exclusive lip renew formula with SPF 20
Protects and moisturizes lips for a full 8 hours
After 4 weeks, lips are visibly renewed and reborn
7 varieties

Expert Tip

Apply your lip balm by 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.150/- for 4.5g (Color), Rs. 125/- for 4g (Care)

These are Pink Lolita, Coral Flush and Rose Addict..other shades available are Cherry Kiss and Berry Crush

Care ones are Mango Pie and Anti Oxidant Berry..

Ingredients:

I like the cute packaging..though the transparent lids in the US are more cuter..but the funky colors are eye catching..the key chain ‘Pucker Up Baby’ is cute too with the holder behind.

These are the tinted ones from the Color Family..and the ones from the Care family are non tinted..

Pink Lolita gives a soft pink tint and Coral Flush a peachy coral hue..these are quite moisturising..a little waxy but not sticky..

Anti Oxidant Berry has a nice bubble gum smell which I loveee..And for Mango lovers there is Mango Pie..it would surely make you feel like eating it up 😀

Here are the swatches..

T- Pink Lolita B- Coral Flush
Anti Oxidant Berry- clear

Pros:

1. Moisturising..a little waxy but not sticky kind.
2. Gives a light natural tint.
3. Can be easily used under lipsticks..does not make the lipsticks slide or bleed.
4. Cute packaging.
5. Different tints and flavors to choose from.
6. Easy to carry around.
7. Swivel tube..so no messy hands.
8. Smells amazing..the berry has a nice bubble gum smell.
9. Has SPF 20 and 16 in Care and Color respectively.

Cons:

1. Needs to be reapplied..would not heal very dry lips.
2. Not tinted enough to cover pigmented lips.

Overall I do like these..and also the fact that there are different tints and variants in it..I would like more in the Care family too..with all possible flavors and smells..:D

You can win these HERE

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried Maybelline Baby Lips ? Do you like them ?

P.S: PR Samples. Honest Review

BRTC Aqua Rush Peel Gel Review

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BRTC Aqua Rush Peel Gel Review


What the Company claims:

MRP: $25.00 for 100ml

It comes in this aqua blue tube packaging..its clear with a blue tinge and gel like in texture..minty smell..you need a good qty for the whole face..its used on dry face..and rubbed in..and within seconds..all the dead skin starts peeling off..and then you need to just wash off with water..

Here are the pics..

Pros:

1. Helps get rid of dead skin within seconds.
2. Simple 1 minute at home facial or clean up with just 1 product.
3. With 2-3 uses, spots, etc start fading off..and you can feel the difference.
4. Has a lot of good ingredients like mineral deep sea ocean water, hyaluronic acid, swiss alpine herb, etc..
5. Easy to carry around anywhere, even while travelling.
6. Its a little expensive..but its quite worth it.
7. Suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin.

Cons:

1. Since it peels off dead skin cells or a new layer comes up, I do not think it should be used at day time or if used, should be followed by good enough sunscreen.
2. Availability is an issue. You can buy it HERE

Overall no other cons with it..I quite like it..if it was more easily available, it sure would go to my regular list..but I would love to use it again..and surely recommend it..

Rating:

Quality: 4/5
Value for money: 3.75/5
Availability: 3/5

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried any Peeling Gels yet ??

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

Revlon Colorburst Lipstick Fuchsia Review, Swatches

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Revlon Colorburst Lipstick Fuchsia Review, Swatches – MAC Girl About Town Dupe ?

Ok..now this has a story behind it..I am always into more of neutrals..and get scared with bright shades..but from the time I saw this super HOT pink on Bruna Abdullah in the song Tu Mera Hero from Desi Boys..I wanted this shade !!

The one Bruna wore looked like MAC Girl About Town to me..I searched for all Fuchsias and Hot Pinks..would share all the shades I liked out of those I found,in a separate post later..

After comparing the shades online and checking some reviews, I found Revlon Colorburst Fuchsia is indeed super close to Girl About Town..though Girl About Town is a little more deeper and Revlon Fuchsia is a little more cool toned…but they are quite similar..

1 swipe, 2 swipes

Revlon Colorburst Lipsticks come in a black criss cross pattern packaging with the shade color at the top..they are quite smooth and glide on easily..this bright shade is super pigmented..and in one swipe you get enough color..in two it comes out fully..stays for around 4-5 hours without eating or drinking..feels quite light on the lips..

Revlon Colorburst Fuchsia is a cool toned bright pink shade..it looks amazing both as a stain and full blown..this shade would look great on all skin tones..I have seen dusky girls rock bright shades more..

I love how this shade brightens up the whole face..Also seen HERE

Check out the shade Peach and the complete review for Revlon Colorburst Lipsticks HERE

MRP: Rs.610/- for 3.7g

Now these were priced at 550 when they were launched..then they raised it to 580 and now 610 for the new and hot selling shades..I don’t think they should keep on increasing the prices like that :/

Some shades are available at Rs.499/- on Flipkart..check them HERE

Overall I love this shade ! And surely recommend it..if you love bright pinks, you are going to love this..did I get the shade similar to Bruna..I am not sure..her seems more bright coz of the camera and all..but but I am loving this..and have no regrets..all girls should have a hot pink in their stash 😉

Which Revlon Colorburst Lipsticks do you have ??

Colorbar Take Me As I Am Lip Color Review, Swatches

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Colorbar Take Me As I Am Lip Color Flirtatious Pink Review, Swatches

What the Company claims: Take me as I am lip color is a unique multifunctional product which provides the application of a lipstick combined with the convenience of a pencil in a jumbo crayon design. It is an extra creamy and soft feeling lipstick formula with excellent color pay-off and coverage. Viscous oils and esters create the beautiful shine. Skin conditioning ingredients like Shea butter and vitamin E further enhance the comfortable wearing properties. Be worry-free, take this gorgeous pencil and create the prettiest lip – creamy, ready for shine and flirty fun.

MRP: INR 699.00 for 3.94g

Shades Available:

  • Sensuous Red
  • Flirtatious Pink
  • Seductive Tan
  • Lip Smacking Cherry
  • Mischievous Wine
  • Bare Dare Pink
  • Sizzling Berry
  • Mysterious Nude

Its a short chubby pencil with the matching shade color at the ends..it comes with its own sharpener..It is not like normal lip pencils..which are usually drier..this is more of a lipstick in pencil form..remember the Inglot AMC Lip Pencil..see HERE but even that is matte..so a little dry..

These Take Me As I am Lip Color Pencils are just like your moisturising lipsticks..they apply with ease..and are very comfy on lips without any dryness or heaviness..they give a glossy finish..which fades away after some time..but the color stays..it stays for a good 5-6 hours..and leaves behind a stain..
The shade 002 Flirtatious Pink is a peachy pink with a hint of brown..this shade would suit most of the skin tones..
Here is it on me..

Pros:
1. Moisturising and there is no dryness or heaviness.
2. Stay for a good 5-6 hours.
3. These pencils have a cute packaging and easy to carry along for touch ups too.
4. Comes with their own sharpener.
5. There are 8 shades available but there is something for everyone..an orange based red, a nude pink, peachy pink, pale pink, wine ,berry, nude brown, etc..
6. Matching ends to identify the shade in case you have more than one..
Cons:
1. Expensive !
2. Would finish off soon..since it needs to be sharpened and causes wastage too.
Overall I do love them..a product which works both as a liner and lipstick and stays so well and is moisturising and can be carried along anywhere for touch ups..these sure are good..I only wish these were priced around Rs. 450-500/- coz the Inglot AMC Matte Pencils are also priced at Rs.680/- and these are higher..
In case you want to buy, these are available at Rs. 594/- HERE..swatches coming up soon..
Rating:

Quality: 4.5/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 3.75/5

Overall Rating: 4.25/5

Would I buy it again: Umm..may be..

Have you tried the Colorbar Take Me As I Am ? Your favorite ?