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The Body Shop Extra Virgin Minerals Cream Compact Foundation Review

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The Body Shop Extra Virgin Minerals Cream Compact Foundation Review


What the Company claims: Created from a unique blend of 100% ultra-fine, ultra-pure mineral pigments and 100% Community Fair Trade Italian cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil, this foundation blends on like a cream and miraculously transforms to a light-weight matte finish to give a medium to full coverage.

This cream-to-powder mineral foundation contains pure minerals and cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil for an immaculate, matte finish. It has an ultra-blendable formula and contains a custom brush for flawless application.

Medium to full coverage
Smooth, matte finish
Integrated cruelty-free brush
Contains SPF 15
Fragrance & Paraben-free

Key Ingredients:

Kaolin clay
Mediterranean clay
Mica
Community Fair Trade organic olive oil

MRP: Rs.1375/- for 8.50 g

Ingredients: Propylene Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate (Emollient), Titanium Dioxide (Sunscreen), Dimethicone (Skin Conditioning Agent), Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (Sunscreen), Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil (Emollient), Polyethylene (Opacifier), Isononyl Isononanoate (Emollient/Skin Conditioner), Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides (Emollient), Polymethylsilsesquioxane (Opacifying Agent), Polysilicone-11 (Film Former), Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax (Stabiliser/Viscosity Modifier), Boron Nitride (Bulking Agent), HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer (Anticaking Agent), Beeswax (Emulsifier/Emollient), Aluminum Hydroxide (Opacifier), Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax (Stabiliser), Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil (Skin Conditioning Agent), Isostearic Acid (Emulsifier), Triethoxycaprylylsilane (Binder), Lauroyl Lysine (Skin Conditioning Agent), Tocopherol (Antioxidant), Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil (Emollient/Skin Conditioner). [May Contain: Titanium Dioxide (Colour), Iron Oxides (Colour), Mica (Opacifier)].

Its a cream based foundation..perfect for the winters..and since it has kaolin clay..it can stay well in summers too and for those with oily skin too. It comes with a small stiff compact brush in the lower compartment and a small mirror on top..the packaging is quite handy and nice..you can comfortably carry it and get that perfect coverage any where..

The Liquid Foundation is oil based..so more suitable for dry skin..but this would suit all skin types…even if one has oily skin and this is cream based..the kaolin clay absorbs the oil and keeps skin matte.

It comes in 8 shades here..you get some 12 shades in US..I have 208 Golden Vanilla which matches me perfectly..here is the swatch of 208..

Before blending
After blending

Pros:

1. Super easy to use and blend. Just a few strokes with the brush and since the brush is soft yet stiff it reaches even the under eyes and corners properly.
2. Paraben and fragrance free.
3. Made from extra virgin olive oil and mineral pigments.
4. It gives medium to high coverage depending on how you build up..but even if used once..gives decent enough coverage.
5. Even though it contains kaolin clay..I do not find it drying..in fact the creaminess is fine.
6. This would suit all skin types.
7. Has SPF 15.
8. You do not realise you are wearing a foundation and it stays put the whole day !
9. It does not transfer on clothes or tissues.
10. Perfect packaging..can be used anywhere.

Cons:

1. I do not have any cons for it ! Only thing is one would not know how long would it last..like you can see the quantity but you would not exactly know.

Overall I super like it and recommend it to everyone ! One fabulous product..

Rating:

Quality: 4.5/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 4/5

Overall Rating: 4.25/5

Would I buy it again: Yes…for sure !

P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion.

Deborah Milano Hi Tech Blush Rose Pesca Review,Swatches

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Deborah Milano Hi Tech Blush 46 Rose Pesca Review,Swatches


Deborah Milano is an Italian brand and has ventured now world over including India..they are not exorbitantly priced and yet quite good in quality.

What the Company claims: Fard blendability by the extraordinary and very lengthy. Maximum color fidelity. Smooth and natural results. Hypoallergenic.

Available in 5-6 shades.

MRP: Rs. 575/-. Its available for less on Urbantouch and Healthkart.

I had bought it from Urbantouch and had shared my experience here. The shade 46 Rose Pesca is the winner of Best Blush in the Make up category of Vogue Beauty Awards 2011.

Ingredients:

Its a baked blush..and the quantity looks like it would last forever ! I am so in love with this shade..its a light old rose pink with some silver shimmer which is not very visible but it gives a pretty flush to the cheeks…I am using it almost everyday from the last 2 months. Its my go to blush.

The texture is quite soft and finely milled…its pigmented enough and the shade is such that it would never make you look like a clown even if you go overboard..so even if you are a newbie to blushes..this shade is a must try !

It comes with a small brush attached behind the pan..which is useful in emergencies..its soft and handy..but not something you would like to use everytime.

T-B: Unblended, Blended

Pros:

1. Very pretty old rose shade which would look good on pretty much all skin tones..very versatile.
2. The texture is very soft and not powdery.
3. Quite pigmented.
4. This actually lasts almost the whole day on me !
5. Since its baked..very less quantity is required and lasts the whole day…this pan would last me a life time too.
6. The quality and quantity totally deserves the price.
7. Comes with a small brush which can be used in emergencies.

Cons:

1. Availability is an issue..I have seen it online..but not at many places around me.

Overall I do not have any other complaint actually and I am so in love with the shade. It totally deserves the Vogue Beauty Award ! I would surely recommend it to everyone even if you are a newbie to blushes..start with this 🙂

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 4.5/5

Would I buy it again: This would last me forever..but if I ever need to..for sure !

Have you tried the Deborah Milano Hi Tech Blushes ?

P.S: Last day to enter Kiehl’s giveaway. Go here

Jordana Ls-Lipstick Plum Wine Review,Swatches

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Jordana Ls-Lipstick Plum Wine Review,Swatches

What the Company claims:
Full coverage, dazzling color
Rich & creamy texture
Lightweight, smooth-glide application
Soft shine finish

Jordana Lipsticks help keep your lips soft & supple, with beautiful, dazzling colors. These are rich & creamy and give soft shiny finish to your lips. The best part is these do not smudge off your lips & onto your teeth. This ultra rich formula makes your lips soft and looks glossy.

You can find a Jordana Lipstick for every style, every mood, every occasion or every look. These lipsticks come in .12oz/3.4g.

Best Suitable For: All types of lips

Tips & Tricks: Apply a little amount of your foundation before applying your lipstick. Foundation even out your lipstick and helps it to last longer. Open your mouth & start from the center of upper & lower lip. Fill in your lipstick on the lips in an outward direction. Blot out the excess oil of your lips with a tissue paper.

MRP: 1.49$ or Rs. 152/-

It comes in following finishes..

Available in 70 colors..from Oranges,Pinks,Corals,Nudes to Terracotta,Plums,Reds and Browns..

It has this very normal packaging..with a transparent cap..These are very pigmented..you need just a swipe to get a deep color..and if you prefer just tinted lips..then go carefully with a deeper shade like Plum Wine..

Plum Wine is a deep berry pink shade…though does not have any plum in it :/ the staying power of these is amazing ! In fact the swatch was not ready to budge from my hand too :/

Pros:

1. These are super pigmented.
2. Available in 70 colors..you name it and they have it.
3. Staying power is quite good..it stays for a good amount of time and the tint stays the whole day.
4. These are creamy but not very moisturising..you would need a lip balm beneath.
5. Very economically priced.
6. No. of finishes available from frosty.shimmer to matte.

Cons:

1. These feel a little drying.
2. Packaging is ok but with the price I guess its fine.
3. Availability is an issue in India. You can buy them here

Overall I do like it..for the pigmentation and the staying power..but it would be better if these were moisturising too..

Rating:

Quality: 3.25/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 3/5

Overall Rating: 3.25/5

Would I buy it again: Yes..I do like the no. of shades available.

Elizabeth Grant Lipgloss Review,Swatches

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Elizabeth Grant Light Up Your Lips Lipgloss Review,Swatches

What the Company claims: Lights, camera, action! Let your luscious lips own the spotlight. Light Up Your Lips glosses are high pigment, ultra shiny, deeply hydrating, and NOT sticky. Refresh your gloss effortlessly in any situation using the gentle glow of a LED light and glamorous gold mirror attached to the tube. Never be without sparkling lustrous lips again.

Contains moisturizing Torricelumn making lips appear fuller and smoother with every application. Available in a wide range of beautiful shades from feminine neutrals to fierce brights.

MRP: 20$ for 6ml

It comes in the shades Baby Pink,Natural and Shimmering Red. I loved the packaging of this…transparent rectangular shaped with two lights on the cap and a golden mirror on the side..I absolutely love using it when I am travelling..and as soon as I open it up..the lights glow and everyone around is like ooh and aah ! :p

Ambika Pillai’s lip glosses have similar packaging and lights..which are available here.

I am reviewing the shades Natural and Baby Pink. Both are a little sheer but completely non sticky and very shiny..the shine makes the lips look a little plumper..these are very very moisturising too.

Baby Pink is a very light sheer pink and Natural is a little coppery pink.

T-B: Natural,Baby Pink

These have a slanted soft sponge applicator..its easy to use.

Pros:

1. Completely non sticky.
2. I love both Natural and Baby Pink..they look good both alone and on top of lipsticks.
3. Very moisturising.
4. I adore the packaging and the mirror and lights !
5. Its very handy and can be used anywhere and everywhere literally !
6. 6 ml is a good quantity.

Cons:

1. Baby Pink is a little sheer for pigmented lips.
2. The lights of one of the lip gloss stopped working suddenly 🙁
3. Expensive for a sheer lip gloss.
4. Availability is an issue. You can order it here

Overall I do like them..more so for their packaging..but the lights of one stopped working and now it looks so normal..though these are quite good in quality too..worth trying once.

Rating:

Quality: 4/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 3/5

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again: May be. I guess I would try the Ambika Pillai one first.

P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion.

Chambor Dazzle Eyeliner Pencil Review,Swatches

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Chambor Black Dazzle Eyeliner Pencil Review,Swatches


What the Company claims: Chambor’s New DAZZLE EYEPENCILS with its innovative formula allows smooth application and perfect color with a one stroke precise application. At a party or even for everyday wear the colorful dazzling pencil light’s up your eyes.

The transformation from a dark room to a magically lit up one will never fail to charm, attract or DAZZLE you…. Much like Chambor’s New DAZZLE EYEPENCILS with its new skate formula that allows for smooth application and perfect colour with a one stroke precise application. At a party or even for daily wear this pencil and the colours it is available in will go a long way to Dazzle you.

No Animal Ingredients.
Non – Comodogenic.
Dermatologist Tested.
Opthalmologist Tested.

Ingredients:

Shades available:

  • Black Dazzle
  • Gold Dazzle
  • Silver Dazzle
  • Teal Dazzle
  • Purple Dazzle
  • Grey Dazzle
MRP: Rs. 480/- for 0.28g
Its a twist up mechanical pencil..which only twists up but not down again..so one has to be very careful to not twist it up much..or else you would not be able to close the cap or squash it ruining the whole thing.
It comes in 6 colors and all have their own colored outer packaging with flowers designed on it.
If I had to review it in short…jet black, super pigmented, glides like butter, stays put the whole day, smudge free !!

After rubbing many times
Water test
I guess half of the people have had it at that ! This is the first eye pencil that stays put for a long time on me..though not on the waterline..nothing stays there on me, more than 2-3 hours..on the lower lash line…this thing stays put !
And here is how it looks on me..
Pros:
1. Super duper pigmented.
2. Jet black as I like.
3. It does not smudge and stays put on my lower lash line the whole day.
4. I use it on my waterline too..and it does not sting or irritate.
5. Super soft and glides like butter..just one stroke is enough.
6. Shelf life of 3 years.
Cons:
1. As its a twist up liner, it would not go back and one has to be careful in using it…and you would never know the exact quantity.
2. It has a thick tip and cannot be used on the upper lash line.
3. It sets super fast..so neither can you use it for smokey eyes and nor is it easy correcting mistakes with this once it sets..
4. A little expensive for 0.28g
Overall I do like it coz it stays put..the only problem is I cannot use it on my upper lash line as I do not prefer thick lines..but for lower lash line..I am loving it.
Rating:
Quality: 4.5/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 4.5/5
Overall Rating: 4.25/5
Would I buy it again: Yes. But I would also like to try Faces black eye pencil and then decide my HG.
Have you used Chambor Dazzle Eyeliner Pencils?

The Body Shop Extra Virgin Minerals Liquid Foundation Review

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The Body Shop Extra Virgin Minerals Liquid Foundation Review


What the Company claims: This liquid mineral foundation is a unique combination of pure minerals and cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil. It provides light to medium, ultra-blendable coverage with a smooth, dewy finish. Extra Virgin Minerals Liquid Foundation is made from an exclusive combination of pure mineral pigments and Community Fair Trade extra virgin olive oil and marula oil, creating a wonderfully blendable foundation, which is light and comfortable to wear and offers all-day hydration, 14 hours of skin moisturisation.

Light to medium coverage
Dewy finish
Ultra-blendable
No added fragrance
Paraben free

SPF30

Ingredients: Water (Solvent/Diluent), Undecane (Emollient), Coco-Caprylate (Skin Conditioning Agent), Talc (Absorbent/Bulking Agent), Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (Sunscreen), PEG-30 Dipolyhydroxystearate (Emulsifier), Tridecane (Emollient), Glycerin (Humectant), Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil (Emollient), Titanium Dioxide (Sunscreen), Disteardimonium Hectorite (Suspending Agent), Ethylene Brassylate (Masking Agent), Calcium Carbonate (Absorbant), Sodium Chloride (Viscosity Modifier), Caprylyl Glycol (Skin Conditioning Agent), Tocopherol (Antioxidant), Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil (Skin Conditioning Agent), Phenoxyethanol (Preservative), Triethoxycaprylylsilane (Binder), Magnesium Stearate (Anticaking Agent), Ethylhexylglycerin (Skin-Conditioning Agent), Hexylene Glycol (Humectant), Aluminum Hydroxide (Opacifier). [May Contain: Titanium Dioxide (Colour), Iron Oxides (Colour)].

MRP: Rs.1295/- for 28ml

Now it comes in around 12 shades in the US..but here only 4-5 shades are launched..and the names too are a little different..so its quite confusing..Eg: 202 is Warm Vanilla here and Natural Vanilla there..I am not too sure of there is difference in shades too.

I was confused between 202 Warm Vanilla and 208 Golden Vanilla as both are quite similar..I thought 208 would be a better match and went for it.

Now all the claims made for it are true..it is ultra blendable..and provides a dewy finish. Extra virgin olive oil and marula oil are its core ingredients..and you would immediately feel its oil based from the texture..I would not advice oily skinned girls to go for this..but still you can try this in winters if you love dewy finish.

It comes with a pump and is super handy to use and carry along. Since it is fragrance free..some people may not like the smell..It does not have any particular smell of its own.

Here is the swatch of 208 Golden Vanilla..it matches me perfectly..

Blended

And here is how it looks on me..I have used just the foundation..no concealer or powder..so that you can get the idea of the coverage..

Pros:

1. Super easy to use and blend. Even fingers work fine.
2. Paraben and fragrance free.
3. Made from extra virgin olive oil and marula oil.
4. Gives a nice dewy finish.
5. Its quite moisturising and even if I skip a moisturiser it never goes streaky.
6. Perfect for dry skinned girls or using in winters.
7. Has SPF 30.
8. Light to medium coverage.
9. It does not transfer on clothes or tissues.
10. Feels very light on skin.

Cons:

1. You may not like it if you have very oily skin.
2. It has SPF 30..so needed to be blended well if you are going to be photographed to avoid a whitish cast.
3. It stays well if in a AC environment..if out in a humid weather you need to touch up with a powder.

Overall I do like this..especially in the winters..and also coz I like dewy finish.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 4/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion.

Ciccone Cosmetics Lipsticks Review,Swatches

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Ciccone Cosmetics Lipsticks Review,Swatches


About Ciccone Lipsticks: Helen and Frank gave life to Ciccone Cosmetics in 2001. Ten years on, their bright-lipped baby is quickly growing into a boisterous, force-to-be-reckoned-with teen.
A lipstick that feels the way a lipstick should feel. Australian made for women who love their lippies!
Source: From Ciccone FB page

There are eight gorgeous lipsticks and two lipliners in our range – with soft pinks, beige and chocolate colours mixed together and a thick clear gloss to wear alone or over the top to create luscious looking, simply irrekissable lips.

What the Company claims and Ingredients:

MRP: 25$ each

They have this pink and blingy super girly packaging. And the case is quite nice and sturdy..you hear a click when the caps are closed and are secured.

There are 8 shades available in these:

Aphrodite is described as a deep red. Its a crimson red shade which would suit most skin tones.

Cupid is described as a Deep Fuchsia/Pink tone shade. It looks more purply in the tube but comes out a nice lilac with fuchsia pink undertones..It leaves behind a pretty pink tint even after it wears off. For people who want to wear fuchsias or lilacs but not sure if they can carry such bold shades..this is a perfect start !

Oceanus is described as a light coral tone. But it actually is a nude peach shade. This shade is a little pale for my skin tone and washes me out..though not completely. This is something which would look good when paired with intense smokey eyes.

Voluptas is described as a Scarlet rich red shade. Its a true red shade. This is a total glam shade. Wearing this can instantly brighten your face. I loved this red !

Swatches:

Indoors
In Sunlight

Pros:

1. These are super duper pigmented..the swatches above are just 1 swipe.
2. Very creamy and moisturising.
3. These contain evening primrose oil, jojoba seed oil, castor oil and beeswax.
4. Have a faint vanilla smell.
5. Love the pinky blingy packaging.
6. These stay easily for 4-5 hours without eating or drinking and even leave a nice tint behind after they wear off.
7. Both the reds are very glam !

Cons:

1. Well this is not a con..but I would suggest using a lip brush with these especially with the reds as they are so pigmented…for even application.
2. Availability is an issue..though they ship worldwide. You can buy them here

Overall I love these…and I guess these lipsticks are surely a must try. Everyone should have atleast one of these.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 4.25/5

Would I buy it again: Yes !

P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion.

Jordana INColor Squeeze N Shine Super Shiny Tasty Lip Gloss Review

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Jordana INColor Squeeze N Shine Super Shiny Tasty Lip Gloss Review

What the Company claims:
Tasty & Fruity Flavors
Moisturizing Transparent Tints & Shimmers
Tube with Slanted Applicator Tip

INColor Squeeze N Shine Super Shiny Tasty Lip Gloss by Jordana highlights the natural tone of your lips with a subtle shimmers. It is a super-luminous lip gloss that is moisturizing and adds soft shine.

This non-sticky formula leaves lips soft and supple. Jordana’s INColor Squeeze N Shine Super Shiny Tasty Lip Gloss offers glossy shine & comes on fruity flavors. It comes in a wide range of shades and flavors. This ultra glossy product glides on easily with its tube-tip applicator. It comes in .5oz/14.16ml.

Best Suitable For: All types of Lips

Tips & Tricks: Begin from the center of your upper lip and work your way to the outer edges. Follow the same technique for your lower lip. You can use this gloss alone for a dazzling gleam or over your favorite lipstick for more shine. Keep this gloss in your purse for a quick repair anytime.

MRP:  1.99$ or Rs. 228/-

Comes in following 12 shades..

I am reviewing the shade Lollipop..its a baby pink beige sheer almost neutral color..with some shimmer..it acts a nice gloss for daily use or to top up some dark shade…gives a uber nice sheen to the lips..and smells like vanilla and tastes like a sweet candy too.

Pros:

1. A slanted tip applicator and tube packaging..easy to use and carry.
2. A nice everyday neutral shade just to give a glossy sheen to lips.
3. Smells and tastes sweet.
4. I liked the names too..they all sound yumm..
5. Its non sticky.
6. Feels moisturising enough.

Cons:

1. Sheer color..not for pigmented lips.
2. Availability is an issue. You can buy it here.

Overall I am using these sheer glosses a lot these days..I like them on their own too and topped on a lipstick too.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

28 Color Blush Palette Review,Swatches

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ES Brand 28 Color Eyeshadow Make Up Blush Palette-Glamor Cerise Review,Swatches



What the Company claims: Make Up Set Extremely Portable.

100% New, Never Been Used

Case Is Black

28 Color Eyeshadow Make Up Blush Palette – Cerise

Suitable For All Day & Night Make Up

Size : 240mm X 160mm X 18mm

Can Be Used Party Or Professional Make Up

Ingredients:

MRP: 17.12$

This set of 28 blushes in a black case has all the colors from pinks,mauves,corals to peachy browns to fuchsia and also a beige highlighter. Very sleek and handy.

Here are some swatches:

Pros:

1. Extremely easy to carry around…small and portable.
2. Travel friendly.
3. Has all the colors possible..
4. Economical.
5. Good for newbies and make up artists.
6. Few colors are very pigmented and soft.
7. Can also be used as eye shadows.

Cons:

1. Some colors are a little chalky.
2. Staying power is ok..the lighter shades stay less.
3. Available online. You can buy it here
4. Has parabens.

Overall a decent palette for newbies or small makeup artists. I liked the corals in it..and good for you if you like to experiment with colors as to what suits you best.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.25/5

Would I buy it again: I would not need to..

P.S: Product sent by site for review but it has not affected my opinion.

Monave Versatile Mineral Powders Review,Swatches

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Monave Versatile Mineral Powders Review,Swatches


What the Company claims: Monave loose mineral powders are a blend of pure, oxidized mica, and are versatile and fun. The texture of the powders range from semi-matte (these impart a light sheen) to shimmer, to full sparkle. All of these beautiful loose powders can be used as eyeshadow, eyeliner, blush, and nail polish (please see directions for how to use them). The red, pink, brown and beige tones can also be mixed into a clear gloss and applied to the lips.

This is an especially enjoyable product for teenagers, who have an innate sense of fun and creativity. Makeup artists will enjoy being able to blend their own shades together to create custom colors.

Directions: Eye Shadow ~ Use any color from the MONAVE collection as eye shadow. Simply dip a MONAVE eyeshadow brush into the desired color and apply to your eyelids. Choose a lighter color as a highlighter to apply under the brow. Use a darker color in the crease as a shader.

Blush ~ Because MONAVE is so pure, the use of a blush brush will only waste your product. Instead, use cotton ball and lightly touch the tip into the desired color. Apply along the cheekbone and blend well.

Eye Liner ~ Dip your MONAVE luxurious liner brush into water then wet applicator into the desired color. Mix the powder and water together on the back of your hand or in a separate container to create a creamy liquid liner. Dip the eyeliner brush into the liquid and carefully apply to the upper and/or lower lids, staying as close to the lashes as possible.

Lip Color ~ Dip your MONAVE retractable lip brush into your clear lip gloss/lip balm and then into the desired color. Apply the mix to your lips and blend well. Add more powder to deepen the color. MONAVE cocoa butter vitamin E stick can also be used.

Nail Polish ~ Because MONAVE contains no dye, you do not need to apply a base coat. Simply use clear nail polish and dip the brush into the desired color and paint onto nails. For a darker color, use more powder. You can also mix MONAVE into colored nail polish to change its tint.

Body Shimmer/Highlighter ~ Use a cotton ball and lightly touch it into the desired color. Dust the powder onto your shoulder, face, chest etc., for a healthy glow. Certain colors can also be used as bronzers.

Ingredients: Mica, Iron Oxides, Titanium Dioxide. May contain ferric ferrocyandie

MRP: 1-5: $7.50 each
6-stack: $30.00
12-stack: $60.00
(includes free gloss)
(Discount will be applied manually before the cc is charged. Paypal orders will be refunded the difference)
Sample Baggie – 1.0
Weight: 1 grams

The shades I have are 88,65,51M which are Antique Brick, Turquoise and Semi Matte Bronze described as:

51m Matte Bronze–Kiss on the sun! A sweep of this medium bronze onto lids, your face, and body gives you an instant outdoorsy glow. Warning: you may get asked if you went somewhere sunny… the Bahamas ?

65 Turquoise: Got the blues? There’s nothing dreary about this chic shade of blue! It’s mesmerizing metallic blue-turquoise is trendy and spirited! Make a bold statement with this brilliant turquoise on nails and lids.

88 Antique Brick: This sweet dusty rose is simply succulent with hints of pale raspberry and juicy watermelon. It’s delicious everywhere!

All the three shades are just awesome..I am so impressed with all the Monave products..they are amazing in quality..super duper pigmented and soft in texture..I have not seen more pigmented eye shadows yet ! In fact versatile pigmented powders yet !

T-B: Antique Brick, Turquoise, Matte Bronze

Semi Matte Bronze is one amazing bronzer, eye shadow, highlighter and looks awesome on the shoulders, neck and all places sun hits when you wearing a nice dress and out in the sun ! This shade gives you the Sun Goddess look…

Turquoise is a duo chromatic metallic blue with blue shimmer…a very unique shade..it can make your eyes pop..but be subtle with the rest of the makeup when wearing this…looks great as a liner too.

Antique Brick is a pinky red with red and silver shimmers..it can be worn lightly for a softer look or layered up for a heavy look..this shade would look great with Indian traditional wear.

Pros:

1. These are super pigmented..you need to just touch the brush to get a color and that too intense..
2. These are so versatile..can be used in so many different ways.
3. They would last real long as you need hardly anything per use.
4. Very Economical.
5. Small and handy..the lids are tight enough and you if want carry it for a long distance you can just tape the holes.
6. These stay for long and do not crease even without a primer.
7. Available in lots of colors.

Cons:

1. Availability. You can buy it here
2. There can be a little fall out when applying..but using loose powder would handle it.

I have no other issues with it…I love these..these are perfect.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 4.5/5

Would I buy it again: For Sure !

P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion.