Maybelline Bold Matte Colorsensational Lipstick Review, Swatches

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Maybelline Bold Matte Colorsensational Lipstick Mat 2 Review, Swatches

First of all thank you so much for all the wishes on this post and on facebook and mails..I am overwhelmed 🙂 Thanks a lot..

Coming to the review of the newly launched Maybelline Bold Matte Lipstick..
What the Company claims: Hydrating matte with honey nectar
o Moisturising agents like rosa canina oil and jojoba oil
o Powderless matte pigments ensure true vivid shades

5 trendy vibrant shades in a brilliant matte texture

Read more HERE

MRP: Rs.375/- for 3.9g

Ingredients:

It comes in the normal silver Colorsensational packaging but with a sheer red cap..has a fruity watermelon smell..

But first thing to be noticed is, its not matte ! I am not aware why these are claimed to be matter..these are quite creamy and glossy..super pigmentation..these can be builded to a super opaque color..and I love the staying power !! It stays for almost 5-6 hours and then leaves behind a nice coral pink stain.

Mat 2 is a reddish peachy coral..but not neonish or in your face..I love how it makes my teeth looks white and brightens my whole face instantly..I can easily skip a lip balm too with this..coz its quite moisturising..

Here is it on me..please excuse me dry lips..I have to speak whole day since I teach and its taking a toll on me of late :/

Pros:

1. Super pigmented.
2. Comes in 5 bright shades.
3. Moisturising…I do see jojoba oil, etc on the ingredients list..
4. Has a glossy finish which settles for a slightly semi matte one later.
5. Love the staying power..stays for 5-6 hours and leaves behind a pretty stain.
6. I like how the color flatters my skin tone and brightens my face and smile..a perfect reddish coral.
7. Economical.

Cons:

1. Claimed as matte..its not matte.
2. Not transfer proof.
3. I would have preferred different colored caps to distinguish the shades and also giving them names would have been better instead of mat1, mat2, etc

Overall I love them as lipsticks and totally love the shade..if it were not claimed as matte..then it would have been better. Checking out the red and pink too.

If you like bright, long staying yet moisturising lipsticks, you will surely love these. But if you were expecting these to be matte, then skip it.

Rating:

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

Overall rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Of course

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review.

Hooked and Booked :)

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Hooked and Booked 🙂

Hey guys,

I have a news to share with you all..Yes, you are right..as the title reads..yours truly is getting engaged 🙂

My engagement is on 18th August i.e this Sunday. Just a week left ! I still cannot digest it :p

Yes, its a love one…meeting the parents, etc happened somewhere in April and things went smooth..since we both are Guju’s (only different sub-caste), there was not much resentment or opposing kinds..engagement was decided in August..also coz my bhabhi was expecting and due in July end..and now our princess Anaya is two months old already..gosh time flies !

All the shopping, outfit, jewellery, shoes, makeup, mehendi, fittings, photography, etc is sorted. Menu was finalised today. My guy’s outfit and mojri is also done (they hardly need anything and are always sorted :/)

I am on leave from 15th August..so awaiting that break..hectic schedule from last 2-3 weeks ! My parlor appointments are on 15th and 16th..mehendi is on 16th evening..would definitely share the pics with you all..

I have done my own little small research for everything in Mumbai..from the best places to shop for to the makeup artists and the photographers..and would be sharing it with you all in future posts..so this Mumbai Bride is going to help all the to-be brides of Mumbai or even those who are already married (when do we stop shopping 😉 )

Wedding would be happening mostly next year..and you would keep on getting new stuff to read till then :p

Next post would be up soon 😀

Vichy Introduces New Normaderm Hyaluspot

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FINALLY AN ADVANCED WEAPON AGAINST PIMPLE

VICHY LABORATORIES INTRODUCES NEW NORMADERM HYALUSPOT

Normaderm is Vichy Laboratoires’ family of products for imperfection-prone skin which helps give purer, healthier-looking skin quickly that provides an all round skin-care. Normaderm range gives you highly effective skin care products encompassing the care regime of – Cleansing, Toning and Moisturizing. The latest addition to VICHY’s skin-clearing Normaderm line is the new Normaderm Hyaluspot – a transparent pimple fighting gel that is designed to stop the spot after just 2 hrs and clear it without a trace after 48hrs.

Normaderm Hyaluspot is effective whatever the cause of localised break out is, as it targets imperfections, providing an antibacterial barrier and purifies skin whilst reducing spots and marks. It uses Anti-Bacterial bandage technology which is first of its kind. The formula is enriched with hyaluronic acid which creates an invisible and protective film on the surface of the skin. In association with hyaluronic acid, Normaderm Hyaluspot also has an antibacterial technology [salicylic acid + LHA] to treat the pimple and stop inflammation.  With the application on Hyaluspot 99.9% of Bacteria is eliminated in 2 hours while pimples start disappearing from 48 hours.

The texture of the gel is clean and fresh. It is completely invisible and instantly gets absorbed in the skin. Normaderm Hyaluspot also uses New Generaton cold applicator which is designed to cool and further sooth the spot/blemish; allows targeted application without the need of touching your fingers to the skin; is hygienic and anti-contamination. The product is tested under dermatological control and is suitable for sensitive skin.

Price: 15 ml for MRP – Rs 850

AVAILABILITY:

·         At select pharmacies in all major cities.
·         Orders can also be placed online (No delivery charges).
·         To place orders or to locate the nearest Vichy store log on to: www.vichyindia.com

Estee Lauder Introduces Pure Color Stay On Shadow Paints

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ESTĒE LAUDER INTRODUCES PURE COLOR STAY-ON SHADOW PAINTS

BY TOM PECHEUX, ESTÉE LAUDER CREATIVE MAKEUP DIRECTOR

“I wanted to experiment with texture and create a new way of playing with makeup. Pure Color Stay-on Shadow Paints are great for mixing and are an especially easy way to apply makeup – there are infinite possibilities.”

Tom Pecheux, Creative Makeup Director, Estée Lauder

Estée Lauder introduces the unparalleled texture, extreme performance and intense color in creme eyeshadow, Pure Color Stay-On Shadow Paint. Whether it is a bold, right off the runway flash of color or a soft, sophisticated wash of watercolor, this high style collection will drench eyes in a silky smooth buildable mousse creme and captivate with rich pigments to create eye-catching looks that last all day!

BUILDABLE TEXTURE
Pure Color Stay-on Shadow Paints include a range of long lasting hues in a creamy and richly pigmented formula that glides onto the lids with mousse-like softness. Worn alone or mixed to create infinite seductive and sophisticated looks, the truly versatile formula features buildable pigments that envelop lids for seamless, stunning depths of color.

PURE PERFORMANCE
With unbelievable 12-hour wear, the hybrid texture is comfortable, non-creasing and non-fading.  Pure Color Stay-on Shadow Paints wrap lids in a smooth creme that glides on and blends easily for pure pigments and light reflecting  pearls that stay shimmering all day and well into the night.

PURE PIGMENTS
Infused with True Vision Technology – a unique concept of wrapping concentrated pigments into a crystalline laminate to create a multidimensional look – color is amplified and magnified with a glowing metallic finish. Mousse-like creme lays down a layer of pure pigments to recreate and redefine eyes, while prismatic light reflecting pearls add dazzle to each shade, for glimmering effects ranging from a subtle sheen to a dazzling shimmer finish.

EYE ART: MIX. MATCH. MESMERIZE (SELECT MARKETS ONLY).  
Eyes are the canvas, now create. Complete your makeup art kit with Sumptuous Extreme Lash Multiplying Volume Mascara and Double Wear Stay-in-Place Gel Eyeliner in two limited edition hues, Bold Cobalt and Extreme Emerald.  Partnered with Pure Color Stay-on Shadow Paints, lids are dramatically shaded, lashes are decadently decorated and eyes are lavishly lined.  Choose one shade or mix and match them all. It’s all about creating and playing with a paint box of bold and bright colors to create a mesmerizing look.

PURE COLOR STAY-ON SHADOW PAINTS COLLECTION:                              

Pure Color Stay-On Shadow Paints in  Chained                                                          
Pure Color Stay-On Shadow Paints in  Halo                                                              
Pure Color Stay-On Shadow Paints in  Pink Zinc                                                        
Pure Color Stay-On Shadow Paints in  Sinister                                                          
Pure Color Stay-On Shadow Paints in  Cosmic                                                          
Pure Color Stay-On Shadow Paints in  Steel                                                          
Pure Color Stay-On Shadow Paints in  Neon Fuchsia                                              
Pure Color Stay-On Shadow Paints in  Bold Cobalt                                                  
Pure Color Stay-On Shadow Paints in  Extreme Emerald                                      

INR 1,950

12-Hour Wear. Non-creasing. Non-fading. Dermatologist tested.

Availability: The Pure Color Stay-on Shadow Paints collection is now available  at all Estée Lauder stores across India.

Estée Lauder Store locator:

Mumbai- The Palladium, 2nd Floor Main Atrium, Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai, Tel 022 43473773

Bangalore- The Collection, UB City Mall, 2nd floor, Vittal Mallya road, Bangalore- 560001, Tel 080 40982000

Delhi- Select City Walk Mall, Shop no g-12, A-3 District Centre. Saket, New Delhi, Tel 011 46151752

Madhuri Dixit’s Saris in Jhalak Dikhla Jaa

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Madhuri Dixit’s Saris in Jhalak Dikhla Jaa

I am a big fan of Madhuri’s each and every look and outfit in JDJ..be it her saris, anarkalis, lehengas, perfect makeup, perfect hairstyle..and oh so awesome accessories and jewelery..every time a new episode is airing, I go WOW seeing Madhuri !

I read this article on Yahoo..and its a perfect break up of some of my favorite saris..sharing it here..

Well, this Bollywood star has now become a fashion diva as well. With a disarming charm, Madhuri’s style is now being talked about and copied by girls around the country. Madhuri has managed to add charisma and panache into traditional Indian wear, especially sarees like never before. Her every look is carefully styled and put together effortlessly. So, take a look at few of the sarees that Madhuri has worn for JDJ, as we decode them for you.

Mirror Shimmer
Madhuri rocks the mirror work in designer Arpita Mehta’s saree’s as she floors her fans with her style on JDJ. The offbeat colours and distinguishing mirror works on them makes the saree stand out.

Here is a saree that is mostly white in colour. Warm peach and apple green colours add a lot of zing to it. The fabric is tissue silk which is slightly sheer. The border is accentuated with coral lace and mirror work. Slight effects of green on the pallu, paired with matching quilted green sleeveless blouse; make the saree quite a refreshing option that can be worn during the day or evening. White and orange tassels on the pallu are an inexpensive way of making the saree a little heavier and appropriate for a bigger occasion.

Madhuri also rocks a stunning bright pink georgette saree. It has casually spread mirror work on the full saree. She has teamed it up with a rather fun and floral printed sleeveless blouse. It has gold lace and a line of blue mirror work on the border. The idea here is to choose a simple mirror work saree and combining it with an interesting blouse.

Print Parade
Prints are youthful, fun, and charming and come handy, especially when you do not wish to carry the weight of embroideries and heavy decorations.

Madhuri Dixit sports a multi-coloured saree designed by Masaba Gupta, a designer who is famous for her unique use of prints and patterns. The fabric looks like crepe silk if you observe the pleating carefully. This saree has a burst of colours. It has light grey and candy pink mixed on the lower part. Neon green and black accentuating the pallu makes the look so vibrant. A sleeveless lace blouse is added to bring back the sensuality to an otherwise fun and flirty saree. The smokey eyes just make Madhuri look ‘perfect’!

This designer Sabyasachi saree has polka dotted print on the ivory base. It is a georgette saree. There is an interesting pop of pink in the pleats, slight black net detailing, and mint coloured border. She is wearing a plain raw silk blouse.

Make your look even more retro by going in for polka dots in even brighter colours like turmeric yellow and tomato red. Here is Madhuri in a saree by designer Nikasha. Notice the gold border and beautiful tassels finishing out the look perfectly. This sort of a look can work amazingly well for cocktail dinners or even pre-wedding functions of your friends and family.

Net Factor
Older women tend to move away from sheer fabrics, but Madhuri bends the rule. She looks classy and chic even when she chooses a net saree.

The sheer midnight blue saree is a visual delight. Madhuri teams it up with a golden and pink sleeveless blouse. It matches the subtle gold thread work on the saree.

A more serious look comes about in a gold sheer saree (designed by Tarun Tahiliani), with a maroon velvet blouse. The blouse and the saree are adorned with Swarovski that are lightweight and glittery at the same time. After seeing a string of sleeveless blouses, a velvet blouse with fluffed sleeves is a welcomed change. The choice of colours and exquisite work makes the saree quite a hit for all brides-to-be to have in their trousseau.

Which sari did you like the most ? I love all..though the first two and polka dots Sabyasachi ones are my favorites..

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EOTD: Neutral Reddish Brown Eye Look

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EOTD: Neutral Reddish Brown Eye Look

Guest Post by Reshma

Reshma created this reddish brown neutral look for us..

Products used:
Maybelline Colour Tattoo in Bad to the bronze as base.
MUA baked eyeshadow trio in Innocence
Makeup Geek eyeshadow in Cocoa Bear
Maybelline Mega Plush Mascara

Firstly apply the colour tattoo all over the lid as a base and keep it under the crease. Next apply the dark greenish brown shade from the MUA trio to the entire eyelid <number marked (1) in the picture> and also to the lower lashline.
Then apply the (2) colour to the inner corners and (3) from the same MUA trio to the brow bone for a highlight.
Using a blending brush pick up some of that cocoa bear and blend the colour in the crease. Since cocoa bear is a matte colour it gives dimension to the look.
Finally using a black gel eyeliner just line the top and bottom lash line.
Curl the lashes and apply mascara and your done!

This is a quick simple look which looks great with brown eyes and medium skin tones.

You can also use similar colours that you may already have in your collection. As this is a very neutral look you can easily recreate it.

Bio: Reshma Patel is a newbie beauty blogger and she blogs at dazzlegloss3.blogspot.com. Do check out her blog and share some love..damn good at eye makeup, must say..

Win Dresses from Romwe- 2 winners

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Win Dresses from Romwe- 2 winners

So here is another contest for you all..this time these two cute dresses from Romwe are up for grabs..

‘Black Kitty’ Dress and the Rivets Embellished  Black- White Bandeau Dress

Giveaway is open internationally..it starts today and ends on 22nd August, 2013..here is the Rafflecopter widget..complete all the mandatory steps in order to qualify..

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Good Luck 🙂

Clinique Nail Enamel for Sensitive Skin

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Clinique unveils a colourful nail innovation.
A Different Nail Enamel for Sensitive Skins

THE FACTS
Did you know a person touches their eyes on average 200 times a day? With all that comes in contact with hands and fingers throughout the day, there are many culprits that can irritate the eyes. Did you know that nail enamel can cause irritation and even contact dermatitis on the suspectibly thin skin around the eye? Amongst the dermotological community, nail enamel is also considered a significant allergen source for periorbital dermatitis—a facial rash that develops around the lower and upper eyelids. People who suffer from these conditions often-times do not realize the connection between touching and rubbing the eye area, and fresh manicures.

THE SOLUTION
As an allergy tested and 100% fragrance free cosmetic brand, Clinique scientists challenged themselves to develop a nail enamel formulated to minimize unwanted reactions to the nails and skin and eyes.

Six years in the making, Clinique introduces a pioneering innovation to the nail enamel industry: A Different Nail Enamel for Sensitive Skins is formulated to minimize skin sensitivity. It is dermatologist tested, ophthalmologist tested and appropriate for sensitive skins and sensitive eyes.

Clinique conducted extensive research to ensure that A Different Nail Enamel for Sensitive Skins meets Clinique’s standards of utmost quality. In fact, three years of research and three years of product development stand behind A Different Nail Enamel for Senstive Skins. The final revolutionary formula was tested for one month on women with sensitive skin and sensitive eyes.

The formula is beautifully balanced to maintain a high shine and streak free application. It’s quick drying and available in a wide colour variety, including a few of Clinique’s iconic hues and seasonal, trend setting shades. The high gloss finish is chip resistant for seven days of wear when used in tandem with A Different Nail Enamel Base and Top Coat for Sensitive Skins.


Clinique’s new nail enamel also makes at-home application easy. An exceptionally designed thin, flat brush allows for a controlled spread of saturated colour to glide easily and evenly across the nail bed.

THE COLOURS
12 shades in a rainbow array of go-to colours make up the permanent Clinique nail enamel collection including: Call my Buff, Sweet Tooth, Fizzy, Hi Sweetie, Really Rio, Happy ♥, Red Red Red, Party Red, Black Honey, Indie Rock, Concrete Jungle and Made of Steel.

THE INSPIRATION
Let these cute and clever shade names transport you to a different time and frame of mind….

·         Black Honey: Clinique’s iconic, fan favourite Almost Lipstick shade is now for nails and richer than ever.

·         Red Red Red & Party Red: Two of Clinique’s most beloved shades of red lipstick now exist for nails.

·         Concrete Jungle, Indie Rock & Made of Steel: an array of metallic greys reflect modern, edgy and contemporary style.

DETAILS
A Different Nail Enamel for Sensitive Skins is dermatologist tested, ophthalmologist tested and formulated for sensitive skins. Available at Clinique from June 2013 onwards for INR 1,100/- across India.

Allergy Tested. 100% Fragrance Free.

P.S: PR Info

Clinique Introduces the New Moisture Surge CC Cream SPF 30 Hydrating Colour Corrector

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Now in stores-Clinique Introduces the New Moisture Surge CC Cream SPF 30 Hydrating Colour Corrector

Be the picture of health.
Achieve naturally, glowing skin in seconds.

Moisture Surge CC Cream SPF 30 Hydrating Colour Corrector

Natural, glowing skin is the picture of health. However, Clinique’s guiding dermatologist confirms skin’s complexion and tone can sometimes change and cause skin to look different. In this global, fast paced environment, skin can use a boost to look refreshed. Today, women want a multi-tasking product they can easily incorporate into their busy lifestyle for skin to look its best, instantly and over time.

Clinique introduces a new, lightweight formula that immediately creates natural, glowing skin. NEW Moisture Surge CC Cream SPF 30 Hydrating Colour Corrector is an instant complexion perfector designed to enhance skin’s natural radiance while leaving it hydrated and protected. In fact, clinical tests prove Clinique’s new CC Cream formula provides immediate and long term hydration, while renewing skin’s natural radiance.

Moisture Surge CC Cream SPF 30 Hydrating Colour Corrector is a colour correcting treatment product that hydrates, protects and perfects. Here’s how it works:

Colour Correction:
Clinique’s scientific experts incorporated advanced colour correcting technology that utilizes light to achieve radiant, glowing and healthy looking skin. Dual-layered colour correcting optics scatter light multi-dimensionally to neutralize skin’s complexion for an instantly brighter, natural glow.

Colour correcting optics visibly correct a range of complexion concerns. Dull, ashy skin appears more luminous and brighter; sallow, yellow skin turns into a peachy glow; and blotchy redness is neutralized. Skin imperfections are instantly corrected for a virtually flawless look, leaving skin with a radiant finish.

Hydration:
Moisture Surge CC Cream SPF 30 Hydrating Colour Corrector is infused with key hydrating ingredients from Clinique’s signature Moisture Surge. Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Water and Hyaluronic Acid instantly provide a refreshing burst of hydration while water binding agents such as Trehalose and Sorbitol protect skin against changing humidity conditions. Skin is left instantly hydrated for all day comfort.


Protection:
The formula also incorporates a blend of sunscreens for UVA/UVB protection to help prevent the visible signs of aging, and antioxidants such as Vitamin E to protect against environmental assaults to keep skin looking healthy.

Details:
Moisture Surge CC Cream SPF 30 Hydrating Colour Corrector is a multi-functional product with a lightweight and refreshing texture that glides on effortlessly, leaving skin soft, smooth and supple. Available in six shades to reach a broad range of skin tones and provides moderate coverage for a natural and radiant finish. Colour stays true throughout the day. It can be worn alone or applied under foundation. Appropriate for all skin types, the formula is oil-free, non-acnegenic, Dermatologist tested and Ophthalmologist tested.

Available at Clinique Stores in India for a retail price of INR 2000

Allergy Tested. 100% Fragrance Free.

P.S: PR Info

Avene Presents A Three Step System for Acne this Monsoons

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Have a clear day in the monsoons!
Avene Presents A Three Step Treatment

Avène’s Reassuring Three-step Solution for Acne with Avene Cleanance, Avene TriAcneal, Avene Cleanance Deep-cleansing Purifying Mask

For many years now, Avène has been offering a complete product line that has become the reference in the field of dermocosmetics for blemished skin. No matter what the problem – from simple hyperseborrhoea to the accompaniment of irritant medical treatment for severe acne – there is a product that exactly suits your needs.

Specifically developed for cleansing and moisturising oily skin, the Avène new  line  of treatment contains specific ingredients which…
* reduce sebum production
* soothe irritations
* leave the skin feeling fresh and mattified

The entire range of products has been meticulously researched and developed to ensure that Avène is the optimal solution to today’s growing awareness on acne, in the Monsoons

1- Cleanse with Cleanance Soapless Gel Cleanser (200 ml at 1100 Rps)
2- Treat and eliminate imperfections with TriAcneal (30 ml at 1350 Rps)
3- Restore radiance with Cleanance Deep-cleansing Purifying Mask (50 ml at 1200 Rps)

Three Steps:

Step 1
Cleanse with Cleanance Soapless Gel Cleanser
It cleanses and purifies your skin while respecting its pH. This very gentle paraben-free cleansing gel is perfectly suited for young, oily blemish-prone skin of the face and body. It purifies the skin and controls oil secretion without abrasion (no rebound effect). Its seboregulators and anti-bacterial key ingredients eliminate impurities and excess oil. Key ingredients like Cucurbita pepo help minimize excess sebum, while Avène Thermal Spring Water soothes the skin, leaving it clear, fresh and non-irritated. It prepares the skin for treatment. This is a very economical product, as a small quantity is enough to be effective.
FACT: This product was tested morning and evening for 21 days by 30 people with acne-prone skin, and 100% of the users noticed that their skin was clearer after 15 days!
 
Step 2


Treat and eliminate imperfections with TriAcneal
Paraben-free TriAcneal helps eliminate severe imperfections while smoothing your skin. Effectiose ®, a patented innovation from PFDC Research Center (France), regulates the influx of irritating substances at the follicle level. Glycolic acid helps to peel away impurities, while Retinaldehyde regulates the formation of skin flaws and prevents residual marks. The soothing effects of Avène Thermal Spring Water provide the skin with a feeling of instant comfort in this formulation as well.
FACT: This product was tested on 47 people with skin imperfections. As early as the second week, 85% users noticed a decrease in residual marks on the face!


Step 3

Restore radiance with Cleanance Deep-cleansing Purifying Mask
Have oily skin with light imperfections? This paraben-free mask, which turns into a scrub, erases, eliminates impurities and tightens pores, a three-in-one way to perfect skin! Enriched in soft clay and vegetal key ingredients, this mask absorbs excess sebum, while its micro-particles unclog your pores gently, giving your complexion clarity. Its mattifying qualities help restore your skin’s velvety texture.
FACT: This product was tested by 32 people with oily skin once or twice a week and 97% of the users felt that their skin was purified, smoother and exfoliated satisfactorily! 80% of the users said they experienced a visible no-shine result as early as one hour following application!

About Avene
Avène brand is recommended by health professionals and preferred by consumers, by combining pharmaceutical research with cosmetic appeal. Based on the famous Avène Thermal Spring Water formulation, its products are more particularly recommended for sensitive, intolerant and allergy prone skins.

The Avène products are formulated with the Avène Thermal Spring Water as key ingredient, and are covering the main skin requirements as Moisturising, Anti Ageing, Anti Acnea, and Sunprotective Products for all types of skins, from dry to oily skins.
Avène is a French Brand of Dermocosmetic. Leader of the market in Europe, the products are now available in India in leading chemist stores in  Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Ahmedabad, Chandigarh and Pune.

Find the nearest location on our website http://www.aveneindia.com/

P.S: PR Info