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NYX Round Lipstick in Tea Rose Review,Swatches and Reccos

What the Company claims : NYX’s Round Lipstick is a velvet-textured lipstick formulated with mineral oils to provide moisturizing benefits and rich colors. NYX’s top selling lipstick, the Round Lipstick offers long-lasting, non-smudging color.

Size: Net wt. 4g/ 0.14oz.

Ingredients:
Ceresin Wax, Polyethlene Wax, Microcrystalline Wax, Beeswax, Lanoline Oil, Isopropyl Myristate, Mineral Oils, Octyl Palmitate, BHA, Propyl Paraben, Mica, Titanium Dioxide, D&C Red No.A1 Lake, Pearl Powder, Iron Oxide.

MRP: 4$ or Rs.400/-

These are now known as Lip Smacking Fun Colors..they come in 144 shades plus there are around 20 shades newly added !!

 

Tea Rose is one of the most famous colors in NYX..when I wanted to purchase it last time on Pork Daisy this shade was out of stock..so you can guess how much in demand this shade is..

Tea Rose is a light tea rose pink shade…not something which everyone can carry and every time..this shade has a tendency to wash out too paler and too dusky skin tones..but it will suit medium to fair complexions well..with the right overall makeup.

These are super duper creamy and last well compared to the creaminess..you can easily skip a lip balm with them..

These round lipsticks are now named Fun Smacking Lip Colors..

Pros:

1. Super creamy and moisturising.
2. Pigmented enough..just a swipe is enough when I do not want much color.
3. These are pretty economical at the price,quality and with the shades available.
4. Love the choice of shades I get with it..
5. Colors at the end to differentiate the shades if you have a few of these lipsticks.
6. Stays for 2-3 hours.

Cons:

1. Packaging is plastic..if these fall I think they would break easily.
2. These would melt in summers or in hot climate.
3. Availability in India is a issue.

Overall I super like it…and the shades I think which would be good on Indian skin tones are Heredes, Pumpkin Pie,Heather, Lala, Indian Pink, Haute Mellon, Peach bellini,Thalia, Blush,Frappucino,Femme,Fig,Margarita,Twist..OMG..there are soo many pretty shades to choose from !

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Does this even need an answer…I am surely eyeing a few shades 😉

Have you tried NYX Round Lipsticks ? Which is your favorite shade ? 

NYX Rouge Cream Blush Natural Review, Swatches

What the Company claims: NYX Rouge cream blush offers radiant, long-lasting color in the form of velvety smooth cream. Infused with mineral oils, this blush is creamy in texture and provides a dewy glow for natural, fresh color.

Ingredients:
Ceresin wax, Microcrystalline wax, Polythylene wax, Beeswax, Ethylhexyl Palmitate,
Mineral Oils, Isopropy Myristate, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Lanolin, Diisostearyl
malate, Corn starch modifited, Mica, Silica, Titanium dioxide, Butylated hydroxy anisole,
Propyl paraben.

MRP: 6.5$ or Rs.650/-

Source: Pork Daisy

Natural is a peachy nude pink..very close to Rose Petal that being more nude pinky..its a very pretty shade..gives that ‘pinched cheeks’ kinda look…its true to its name..and gives a nice natural flushed cheeks.

This is my first proper cream blush after Maybelline Dream Mousse Blush..and I am loving it..its nicely pigmented and very creamy..have buttery smooth texture.

T- Unblended B- Blended

How to apply: I use my fingers..but you can also use a stippling brush

Pros:

1. Nicely pigmented.
2. Very easy to use.
3. Stay on for 4-5 hours and more so topped with powder blush.
4. Give a dewy finish.
5. Travel friendly..can be carried and used anywhere anytime.
6. I like this particular shade for the fact that you cannot go overboard with it..it would never make you look like a clown.
7. Works as a nice base for powder blushes.

Cons:

1. You get a lot of quantity and it is to be used within 12 months of opening..and no one will ever be able to do that…so a lot of product would be wasted.
2. In hot and humid climate like summers of Mumbai..it hardly stays for 1-2 hours.
3. The plastic cap is not that good and it broke when it reached me and it just does not get fixed 🙁
4. A little expensive in India.
5. May not suit oily skin..it will give that shiny appearance unless skin is mattified properly.

Overall I quite love these..Some other shades I recommend after Natural are Glow, Boho Chic..and if you would like to experiment..go for Red Cheeks, Orange and Hot Pink

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes..for sure 🙂

Have you used NYX Cream Blushes before? Which is your favorite ?

piCture pOlish Blog Fest- Coral Reef

About Picture Polish:  It was created when two girls dream’t of giving their family & friends a thank you gift that would capture a special occasion. What better way to relive a moment than with a personalised nailpolish, that was quirky & vibrant, that stands out from the rest!

Picture Polish has now grown to include our own brand, with a beautiful range of fashion forward colours. Every shade tells a story!

With a choice to create your own range, personalise for a special memento or just to paint your nails!

Our nail polish is better than chocolate! It’s Australian Made, 100% fat free and has no artificial fragrances or flavours! A week on your tips and never on your hips!

We reward our “loyal customers” with a gift! Purchase two times with piCture pOlish and and you will receive your very own never ending discount coupon to use time and time again!

They are also one of the first companies to install vending machines for their nail paints in Australia !!

Today is their blog fest where 60 bloggers around the world would swatch the nail paints together..does’nt that sound awesome..

Check out more here. They ship worldwide.

They have some pretty awesome and unique shades..divided from metallic to bright to nudes to duo chromatic to ozotic to holographic to light to glitter to neon to everything !!

MRP: 9.90 $ (AUD)

Ingredients : Ethyl Acetate, Butyl Acetate, Nitrocellulose, Propyl Acetate, Tosylamide/Formaldehyde Resin, Isopropyl Alcohol, Tripenyl Phosphate, Trimethylpentayl Disobutyrate, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Ethyl Tosylamide, Diacetone Alcohol, Benzophenone 1, Citric Acid, Dimethicone.
May Contain +/-: CI 15850:1 Red 7 Lake, CI 15850:2 Red 6 Lake, CI 77499 Black Iron oxide, CI77891 Titanium Dioxide, CI 15880 Red 34 Lake, CI 77019 Mica, CI 77163 Bismuth Oxychloride, CI 77491 Red Iron Oxide, CI 77510 Ferric Ferrocyanide, CI 19140 Yellow 5 Lake, CI 77000 Aluminium Paste, Silica, CI 60725 Violet 2, CI 75170 Guanine

I am reviewing the shade ‘Coral Reef’ which is a very pretty coral pink shade..it looks coral in indoor lighting and a pretty barbie pink in daylight..love this shade coz it looks so different in different lights..

Indoors

It stays on for around 6-7 days without chipping..the consistency of these nail paints is quite thick..and it takes time to adjust to it..I just could not get it right on my right hand..
The packaging and brush are quite nice too..

Sunlight

Overall I quite loved these nail paints..

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

NYX Jumbo Eye Pencils Review, Swatches

NYX Jumbo Eye Pencils Review, Swatches

What the Company claims: NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil could be used for lining as well as shadows. Containing mineral oils and powders, the pencil does not dry out your eyes and applies smoothly without pulling or tugging.

A radiant eye liner that also doubles as an eye shadow. Made with a blend of mineral oil and powder, our creamy Jumbo Eye Pencils glide on effortlessly—no pulling, tugging or fading—and come in a rainbow of vivid hues. Some call her chubby. We say voluptuous.

Available in 28 shades.

Ingredients: Ceresin Wax, Candelilla Wax, Bees Wax, Squalane, Hydrogenated Styrene, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Mineral Oils, Polyisobutene, Butylated Hydroxy Anisole, Propyl Paraben, Mica, Talc, C.I.77499, Pearl Powder.

MRP: 4$ or Rs.400/-

Source: Pork Daisy

I have got the shades Milk, Yogurt and Rust..I did not get Black Bean as I already have enough of black eye pencils and gel liners for a base..

Milk is a plain pure milky white

Yogurt is a shimmery frosty champagne color with coppery light pink sheen

Rust is a metallic purply reddish brown with a hint of gold..a true RUST..difficult to describe this color..but its a very pretty and different color..though not an everyday color..works great with Indian wear 🙂

These are like quite famous..so everyone must be knowing about these..very creamy and super pigmented..one swipe and nice color without any tugging,pulling..

I love all the colors mostly..quick and easy way for a nice splash of color on eyes when in hurry..

Pros:

1. Super creamy and glide on smoothly.
2. Nice pigmentation.
3. Work as eye shadow base to make colors pop..for few hours :p
4. Lighter colors work great as highlighters and for inner corners.
5. The shade Yogurt works as an amazing highlighter for the cheekbones and cupid’s bow,inner corners and on the center of the lid.
6. I used Milk on waterline too and it did not sting or irritate eyes.
7. Pretty amazing and nice colors to choose from.
8. Would act as a base for pigments too.

Cons:

1. As these are JUMBO..I cannot use it as a liner..and even on the waterline they tend to come out a little on the lower lashes which kinda looks weird.
2. Sharpening them is a little tricky.
3. I said used as eye shadow base for few hours coz they crease 🙁 so you cannot skip a base completely.
4. The plastic cap is flimsy.
5. I wish they were available easily in India at the same cost 🙁

Overall these are quite nice as base or for a quick wash of color on the eyes when in hurry. And the most versatile of all the colors is Yogurt..!! That according to me is a must have as it works amazingly well as a highlighter..and as Mrunmayee discovered the color is a super close to MAC Cream Color Base in Hush..so a dupe !

I would recommend Yogurt the most..followed by  Milk and Black bean if you use eye shadows regularly. They work well as base for different color combos and for smokey eyes. Rust is quite a unique color and a dupe of MAC Fluidline in Rich Ground.Other colors I liked are Slate,Purple and Iced Mocha. Even Gold is pretty for Indian wear 🙂

Rating:

Quality: 3.5/5 (0.5 less coz they crease and 0.5 less coz cannot be used as liner)
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 3/5

Overall Rating: 3.25/5

Would I buy it again: Yes I may..as those pretty colors call me out and tempt me :p

Enter my giveaway here if you have not already and win NYX Milk and other goodies !!

Which is your favorite NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil shade ??

Dirty Cosmetics Luscious Lick Stick Gloss Review

About Dirty Cosmetics: Is it physical? Is it mental? Is it emotional? Can you see Dirty or can you just feel it?

To Rachel Bollinger, Dirty is all of the above. As the Founder and CEO of Dirty Cosmetics, Inc, Rachel has created a line of cosmetics for women who aren’t afraid to get Dirty, because Dirty can get pretty.

Whether it’s a night out or a night in, you can choose from a wide and striking assortment of colors strong or soft enough for any occasion. From the hot and sharp Collar Lipstick, to the beauty enhancing Dirty Mineral Blush, this new and exciting line of make-up bridges the gap between pop star and housewife. The Cougar Foundation will help you rejuvenate for the hunt, and in the morning, before you go home, you can touch up with the Bi-Level Quickie Blush.

Some say you can tell if a girl feels Dirty by the look in her eyes. The Dominant Volume Mascara is scientifically enhanced with fibers to bring ultimate volume to your lashes without clumping. You can keep your Dirty look all day long with the Staying Power waterproof eyeliner, enriched with antioxidants and long lasting, with an attached no mess sponge.

 Your eyes, brows and lips are treated to a smooth and creamy glide with an assortment of Missionary Pencils. You are completely adorned with Body Dust.

Check out more here

The lip gloss is named as lick stick gloss.

What the Company claims: Brush on our Lumi-Shine lip gloss for sparkling lips that shine all day long! Wear it alone for a glowing smile with a hint of color and sparkle. No sticky mess, the brush on application is easy, and allows thicker application with no smearing.

MRP: 11$


There are 6 shades available in this..

I have the shade Luscious which is not given on the site..its a transparent gloss with red shimmers..not true red..but kinda crimson red and pink..the formula is not sticky..and glides on well.

It comes in a normal transparent tube packaging and has a brush like applicator.

Pros:

1. Pretty shades to choose from.
2. Its non sticky.
3. Has normal brush applicator..and using it was easy and handy enough.
4. This shade is very pretty to top on lipsticks at night time or for a party look.
5. Staying power is nice..stays for around 2-3 hours and does not go away completely unlike other glosses.

Cons:

1. Since its shimmery..cannot use it in day time.
2. Only available online.

Overall pretty decent and nice gloss with a good staying power too..

Rating:

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

 Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

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

Oriflame Visions Nail Polish Review, Swatches

These are named Quick Dry Nail Polish…

What the Company claims: Many exciting shades. Match them with your makeup, your clothes or your mood – you will find them here! 8 ml.

Ingredients: TOSYLAMIDE/FORMALDEHYDE RESIN, ETHYL ACETATE, TOLUENE, BUTYL ACETATE, NITROCELLULOSE, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, DIBUTYL PHTHALATE, CAMPHOR, ACETYL TRIBUTYL CITRATE, STEARALKONIUM HECTORITE, BENZOPHENONE-1, CI 77491, CI 15850, CI 77499, CI 19140

MRP: Rs. 79/-

There are some 22-23 shades to choose from..


I have the shades Romance and Silver Pink..both are quite sheer…you need atleast 2-3 coats of this nail paints to show up on the nails..but they are nice for that subtle sheeny effect when you do not want your nails to be too bright…I do like to try different things on nails depending on my mood.

Romance is a sheer baby pink with multi colored shimmer..gives a duo chromatic effect.. and Silver Pink is a sheer off white with silver and pink shimmer..

Romance

Silver Pink

Pros:

1. Nice subtle sheer shades for that neutral just glossy sheen.
2. Cheap as you get 8 ml..enough qty.
3. Dries very fast.
4. Decent brush and gives even application.

Cons:

1. You can only get it from an Oriflame consultant.
2. Has Toluene and Formaldehyde.

Overall pretty decent..you can try..

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.25/5

Would I buy it again: Yes..may be a brighter shade..

Maybelline Watershine Liquid Diamonds Gloss Naked Brown Review,Swatches

Maybelline Watershine Liquid Diamonds Gloss Naked Brown Review,Swatches

What the Company claims: Hi Shine Liquid Gloss

Size: 3 ml
Glosses to give you the voluptuous dazzling lips you’ve always wanted
Hi-shine liquid format for perfectly supple brilliantly shiny lips
Available in 15 glamorous shades

MRP: Rs. 180/-

These are very cute small liquid glosses..they are called slims coz of their slim small shape..different colors to choose from..they are high on shine and have a vanilla black currant kinda sweet smell…they have a normal slightly slanted wand..easy to use and easy to carry coz of the small size.

Naked Brown is a nude brown matte shade with pink undertones…perfect for daily wear or office wear or anywhere any time..I just love the shade !!

Pros:

1. Nice colors to choose from.
2. Economically priced.
3. Easily available.
4. Travel friendly.
5. Have a nice sweet smell.
6. The slanted small wand is easy to use.
7. Combination of matte and shimmery shades.

Cons:

1. Staying power is just 1-2 hours max.

Overall I super like them. I recommend Naked Brown the most…followed by Pink Ruby, Coral Sunset and Caramel Cream.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes..for sure..love this shade..and also Coral Sunset.

Have you tried Maybelline Watershine? Which shade is your favorite ??

Mattify! Cosmetics Eye Shadows Review

Mattify!TM Long Lasting Eye Shadow

FREE shipping on all eye shadows

Ever notice that your eyeshadow disappears half way through the day? If
you have oily skin, this is a common problem. Without the proper base, eyeshadow does not adhere to the skin & as a result, you get streaky shadow that fades fast. Mattify! Long Lasting Eye Shadows all contain the same Kaolin Clay mixture as Mattify! Original Powder – giving them a superb oil absorbing base and staying power.

One Product – Four Different Uses!
There has never been a cosmetic item that multi-tasks like this.
Each Mattify! Long Lasting Eye Shadow can be worn as:

Eye Shadow
Eye Liner
Lip Gloss
Nail Polish

To create Eye Liner: Dip a skinny applicator into water and tap away excess. Dip applicator into Mattify! Eye Shadow, and again, tap away excess. The powder shadow will instantly liquefy, allowing you to use it as a liquid eye liner.

To create Lip Gloss:Dispense a small amount of Mattify! Eye Shadow onto a thick piece of paper. Remove lip gloss wand from container, and dab into the eye shadow. Brush onto lips until desired color opacity is achieved.

To create Nail Polish: Dispense a small amount of Mattify! Eye Shadow onto a thick piece of paper. Take the brush out of the jar of nail polish, and dab into the eye shadow. Brush onto nail until color completely covers the nail. Allow to dry and apply a clear or glittery top coat.


Application:
Several different looks can be achieved with Mattify! Eye Shadow. Use lighter colors to highlight and brighten, and darker colors for liner or to create sexy smoky eyes.

Always start by inverting the jar (with lid still attached) and tapping a few times to bring shadow through the sifter holes. Turn jar right side up & then remove lid.

Sheer Color Wash: Dab one side of the eyeshadow applicator into color. Tap applicator on side of jar, or gently blow on applicator remove excess. Gently brush applicator over desired eye area. This will obtain a sheer color wash.

Opaque coloring: In a circular motion, swirl one side of the eyeshadow applicator into color, making sure to saturate it with quite a bit of shadow. Tap or blow on applicator to remove excess. PAT the applicator onto desired area. **It’s important to use patting motions to achieve an opaque effect – otherwise you will spread the color too thin and end up with more of a sheer coloring. Depending on the desired level of opacity, you may want to go over the area a couple of times.

Smokey eye: Using the opaque coloring technique described above, apply shadow toward the outer corners of eye lids. Next, use the applicator to grab the heavy coloring on outer corners inwards toward the center of your eye. The color should be darkest at the outer most corner of lids, and begin to lighten toward the center of lids. Lightly dab a pale complimentary color to the inner corners of the eye.

I am reviewing the shades Midnight Train, Snow Bunny and Summer Storm.

From site

Midnight Train is a sultry deep blue with silvery flecks and metallic shine. Creates the perfect smoky eye & is a sexy alternative to basic black liner.

Summer Storm is a hazy medium grey with bright sheen – creates a beautiful smoky eye when used dry, or an awesome foiled metallic liner when applied wet.

Snow Bunny is a semi opaque white with shimmer that sparkles on your eye lids, like sunshine dancing across the snow. Makes a great accent color to lighten and brighten corners of eyes and under brow bones.

T-B: Midnight Train, Snow Bunny, Summer Storm

Dry and wet

Ingredients: Mica, Titanium Dioxide, Iron Oxide, Tin Oxide, Magnesium Stearate, Kaolin Clay, Cornstarch.

MRP: 4.99$ for 5g

Pros:

1. These eye shadows stay pretty long without a primer or anything..they stayed for around 5-6 hours and did not fade out completely even in rains.
2. Work great as wet eyeliner too.
3. Has multiple uses.
4. All colors are very nice and you would surely get confused.
5. Reasonably priced.
6. Free shipping all over the world.
7. Did not crease at all.

Cons:

1. I did not find any con except for the fact that these are a little shimmery and not for formal occasions.
2. These are more pigmented when used wet.

Rating:

Quality: 4.5/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 3/5

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.

Maybelline Colorsensational Lip Gloss Review, Swatches

Maybelline Colorsensational Lip Gloss Hooked on Pink Review, Swatches

What the Company claims:
SOPHISTICATED shine
LUXURIOUS feel
12 captivating shades

Why You’ll Love It

Fall in love with color, all over again:
• Sophisticated color and shine from pure pigments
• Luxurious feel from nourishing honey nectar
• 12 captivating shades

For Best Results
Use the wand to apply lipgloss starting in the center of your upper lip. Work from the center to outer edges of your lips, following the contour of your mouth. Then glide across the entire bottom lip.

I am reviewing the shade 065 Hooked on Pink…The other shades available are:

  • Pink Perfection
  • Raspberry Sorbet
  • Sugared Honey
  • Touch of Toffee
  • Born With It
  • Plum-Tastic
  • Sandstone Shimmer
  • Broadway Bronze
  • Mocha Glaze
  • Cranberry Cocktail
  • Wine all Mine
MRP: Rs 250/-

Hooked on Pink is a dark deep pink with little multi colored shimmer..All these glosses have shimmer..They have a doe feet applicator which is easy to use.. They are not sticky and thats their best part.
Pros:
1. These are densely packed colors and are very opaque..so would work well even on pigmented lips.
2. Not sticky.
3. Normal doe feet applicator.
4. Economically priced.
5. Slim square packaging which I kind of liked 🙂
6. Various shades from pinks to reds to wines to browns to bronze.
7. Stay for 2-3 hours..decent enough for a gloss.
8. They have a nice sweet smell.
9. Give a little cooling effect on the lips like peppermint. 
Cons:
1. No peachy or coral shade..more shades should have been in this range.

I overall love these…they are very nice and economical glosses..waiting for more shades..;) 

Rating:
Quality: 4.5/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 4/5
Overall Rating: 4.25/5
Would I buy it again: Yes…I like the shade Sugared Honey too..
Have you used Maybelline Colorsensational Gloss ? Which is your favorite shade ? 

Mattify! Cosmetics Bronzer Review

About Mattify! Cosmetics: Oily skin requires products with built-in oil control. Mattify! Cosmetics provide you with makeup for oily skin that contains an oil absorbent kaolin clay base – to continuously soak up oil all day long. Kaolin Clay is a natural clay that absorbs an astonishing 3x its weight in oil. Check out Mattify Cosmetics here

It specially adheres to people with oily skin.

What the Company claims: This medium toned bronzer will look beautiful on any skin tone! Dust all over with a fluffy powder brush to fake a sun-kissed glow. Apply more precisely by using a powder puff, for targeted “tanning” and a darker golden shimmer. Can also be used with a powder puff or cosmetic wedge to contour and slim the arms, legs, nose and cheeks. Add to your favorite lotion to create an all-over glow!

From site


A medium toned bronzer with subtle golden shine, suitable for any skin tone. Packaged in a 30g sifter jar (12g Net)

1.50 Shipping anywhere in the world
Price: $5.99

The bronzer has orange undertones and shimmer..a very gorgeous color to use at places where the sun hits for a sun kissed look…though the summers have gone now sadly..and forget that effect in rainy season here ! :p

Best part of all Mattify! products is that they can also be used as a lipgloss and nail paints.

Pros:

1. The bronzer shade is universal..would look good on all skin tones..depending on the usage.
2. Pretty economical.
3. Fixed shipping all over the world and very reasonable.
4. Multiple uses as bronzer,lip gloss,nail paint.
5. Gives a nice glow when mixed with your body lotion and used on legs, decolletege..
6. Pigmented enough and so need to be blended fast.
7. Stays on for 5-6 hours.

Cons:

1. Its not matte..so not for daily use or formal occasions.
2. The color needs to be blended well and fast..you do not want an orange streak on your face.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes..quite liked it..

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