Inglot Matte Collection AMC Eyeliner Gel 74 Review, Swatches
What the Company claims: High intensity pigments provide ideal coverage and rich colors after just one application. The Creamy and delicate long lasting formula dries in 60 seconds to a water, smudge and crease proof finish.
MRP: Rs.680/- for 5.5g
Ingredients:
It comes in a small flat plastic tub packaging with a black cap..has no brush along. Its a cream based eyeliner and not gel based..so its opaque, matte and super creamy..sets super fast and stays on for a good 6-7 hours without budging..it does flake off at times after that..
74 is a gorgeous eggplant plum shade..I love plums..so this shade is more of a weakness for me 😀 I fell for it, the moment I saw it..
Pros:
1. Gorgeous color. 2. Has a super creamy texture and glides well especially on oily lids. 3. 5.5g is a good qty. 4. Inglot is cruelty free. 5. Can be used as an all over base too. 6. Cheaper in price and more in qty than MAC Fluidlines which cost around Rs.1000/- for 3g and L’oreal Super Liner which cost Rs.825/- for 2.8g
Cons:
1. Dries super fast..you need Inglot Duraline to revive its creaminess. 2. It should come with its own brush.
Overall I do love the gorgeous shade..but I am not a fan of cream liners..somehow I find it difficult to work with cream liners..so gel liners for me..But if you are comfortable with cream liners, you should definitely get this shade !
Rating:
Quality: 3.75/5 Value for money: 4/5 Availability: 3.5/5
Overall rating: 3.75/5
Would I buy it again: I am not sure..I prefer gel liners.
OOTD: Royal Blue Pleated Trousers/Friday Work Wear
Hey, I am back with an OOTD..after a long time no..
Inverted Box Pleated Trousers are quite in these days..and look quite chic and smart..colored pleated trousers are something you can wear to work too..and can pair them with casual tops for Friday work wear..
Whenever we wear bright colored bottoms..be it denims or trousers, we keep the tops neutral..its just the opposite of how we pair with our neutral blue, black denims..so you can imagine the opposite when pairing..
I paired this with a neutral grey top..I am so loving this..that I am wearing this a lot these days..wore this to the recent Colorbar Bloggers Meet too.
And a neutral brown bag from thboxes.com..yes this is the famous Zara brown bag dupe which costs a bomb at 7k ! And this is for $20 ! Comes in 3 colors..red, black and brown..Must have !!
Sterling silver twig shaped ring is from Colby June on etsy..she has such interesting designs..and customised sizes…love the designs on her shop.
Trousers are from iknowstudio.com. Did you check it out ? The designer duo have great stuff…solid colors and clean cuts and silhouettes. I surely recommend them !
About: Timsy and Siddhartha are Indian Fashion Designers and they sell under the label of IKNOW which was conceived in the year 2009. An incredible understanding of silhouette development and their own preference of more minimal and uncluttered design make for strikingly contemporary sensibility. We initiated with a small team with an aim to design fashionable clothes for men and women with broad assortment. We are dedicated in providing the most contemporary and stylish clothes to our customers. With a focus on today’s youth, we offer trendy and hip fashion that are visually stimulating and defines their hopes and aspirations. Our ideology is: To bring fashion to your wardrobe.
Lakmé makes you go POP this summerLaunches the limited edition Absolute POP TINTS in lip and nail colours
Announces Pop Tints as the Grand Finale theme for LFW SR 2013
Lakmé, India’s iconic beauty brand is known to innovate continuously and add new products to its repertoire across cosmetics, salon services and skin care. This summer Lakmé brings you a vivacious collection of colour tints to make your lips and nails ‘pop’ in true diva style. The Lakmé Absolute POP TINT collection is a kaleidoscope of bright and happy colours, which captures the spirit and exuberance of the contemporary Indian woman. Turning up the heat a few degrees, bold hues of neons, sorbets and jellies from this limited edition collection represent the style statement for spring/summer 2013 internationally.
Drawing inspiration from this collection, designer Namrata Joshipura will bring these colours to life, taking Pop Tints from skin to silhouette as she presents the grand finale show at Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2013. Style diva Kareena Kapoor is sure to turn heads as Joshipura’s showstopper.
Lakmé Absolute POP TINTS, a high performance make-up range, consists of lip tints in shades of summer, including bright orange, vivacious pink and flaming red for that amazing “read-my-lips” pout and nail tints in pastel tones of blue, green and carrot.
Speaking at the launch, Purnima Lamba, Head-Innovations, Lakmé said, “Pop Tints are in line with this summer’s colour trends across international runways and we at Lakmé are thrilled to bring the next big fashion statement to India at Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2013. We are excited to have Namrata Joshipura who will make a bold Lakmé trend statement by using a pop tinted palette for her grand finale collection.”
L-R_Pernia Qureshi, Namrata Joshipura and Purnima Lamba
Speaking about her collection, Namrata Joshipura, Grand Finale designer for LFW SR 2013 said, “For me, colors play an important role in adding youthful vivacity to the overall look. My show collection pays homage to the contemporary woman, inspired by Lakme’s new trend statement and interpreted through the Lakmé Absolute international collection of Pop Tints. This is a collection which explodes with attitude and will come to life on the ramp at this year’s grand finale of the Lakmé Fashion Week Summer Resort 2013.”
So get ready to immerse yourself in the surreal world of pop tints at the Lakmé Fashion Week Summer Resort 2013, an experience that will leave you awed and captivated by the magic of colours. The limited edition of Lakmé Absolute Pop Tints will hit the stores across India from May 2013 onwards. Lip tints are priced at Rs.800/- and nail tints are priced at Rs.250/- Are you excited to try the new Lakme Absolute Pop Tints ?
Get Straight Hair with Sunsilk Perfect Straight Range
Straight Hair with a shampoo and conditioner ?! Is it really possible ??
Well, read on to know if it is..
What the Company claims: There is a magic moment between wet & dry hair when your hair looks perfectly straight and beautifully aligned. But as it dries, it starts to puff up and lose shape. Sunsilk expert Yuko Yamashita has co-created Sunsilk Perfect Straight, the ideal shampoo for straight hair every day. Its breakthrough Straight-Lock technology to actively control and hold every strand perfectly aligned as it dries. It penetrates deep within the hair fibre, reducing frizz and straightening strands, keeping them fully aligned as they dry*. Experience unbeatably straight hair that is shiny, smooth and gorgeous, right from the shower.
Straight baal lock karo, rock karo!
*When used with Sunsilk Perfect Straight Conditioner.
Shampoo MRP: Rs.110/- for 180ml and Rs. 56/- for 90ml Conditioner MRP: Rs.64/- for 90ml
I like the purple color of the bottles…and easy to use flip cap packaging..it flips tight well..and would not spill.
Shampoo claims and ingredients:
Its a light pink colored runny shampoo..with candy sweet smell..it lathers well..and cleanses well too.
Conditioner claims and ingredients:
Its a white colored conditioner with the same sweet smell..not too thick..and easy to use..
After using both..my hair was quite straight just after washing..then after drying..it gained some natural volume and slight waves..but it was straighter, sleeker and frizz free than it normally is. This sure works !
Hair after drying
Pros:
1. Shampoo lathers and cleanses well. 2. Smells nice.. 3. Economical. 4. Easy to carry around and travel with. 5. Available everywhere. 6. Leaves hair straighter and sleeker as claimed. 7. Hair is completely frizz free. 8. Gives a nice sheen to the hair.
Cons:
1. Has SLS.
Overall I would say its a must try..if you like straighter hair..and either don’t want to use irons or don’t have the time for it..this would not give you 100% straight hair as with a straightening iron..but reasonable straight, well managed and frizz free hair for sure..
Rating:
Quality: 3.75/5 Value for money: 4/5 Availability: 4/5
Overall Rating: 3.75/5
Would I buy it again: Yes..
Have you tried the Sunsilk Perfect Straight Range ?
Finally a MAC haul..got some things I had in my wishlist forever..
I got a lipstick, an eyeshadow and a paint pot..
By the way, MAC prices have increased all over..and the SA told me they have increased here too..but I guess they have to change the revised price tags..and hence a few days they would stick to old prices..
I would suggest buy whatever you wish to..now..before the prices increase..
Can you guess which shades I have purchased ?? (Yes I purposely hid them in the pic :p)
Ok..a hint..eyeshadow is frost finish and lipstick is Amplified Creme..
My Experience of Bastar Mitti Body Wrap at The Four Fountains Spa
About Four Fountains Spa: Finally, De-stressing Massages at Affordable Prices
Welcome to The Four Fountains Spa – India’s largest chain of affordable day spas. Our mission is to keep you stress-free and healthy through affordable spa therapies. Our aim is to bring the scientifically proven health benefits of spa therapies within reach of more and more Indians.
At our 17 conveniently located spas across 8 cities of India, you will find spa therapies for de-stressing, de-toxification, immunity and beauty for men and women. These therapies include over 20 body massages, body polishes, body wraps and facials.
We have made every effort to ensure that our prices are kept as low as possible so that you can make regular therapies part of your wellness regimen. With most therapies priced between Rs. 599 to Rs. 1599, you will discover that staying stress-free through spa therapies need not be an expensive affair. Add to that our weekday discounts and membership discounts and our spa therapies become even more affordable.
Our spa therapists are professionally trained at our training academy to give you a scientific, friendly and outstanding spa experience. While our spas are unisex, our policy is to offer same-gender therapists only. Individual shower enclosures in each room and provision of disposable underclothes further ensure we maintain only the highest standards of hygiene and privacy.
The Four Fountains Spa has helped over 72,000 guests discover the secret to living stress-free through regular spa therapies. We welcome you to our family.
I was invited to the Powai branch of the Four Fountains Spa..as that is convenient for me too. Upon arriving..you can feel the whole relaxed and aromatic environment..they check your appointment and take your details and also make you sign a disclaimer..well thats their job..
They take a stress test..and then suggest you therapies according to your stress level..I was in the high stress category and my shoulder area has always been a pain..so I was suggested head, neck, shoulder massage..but I was somehow keen on the body wrap..and did not wish to go for the head massage..I have previously always got massages and mud body wraps done and liked them..so I selected the Bastar Mitti Body Wrap.
About the wrap: Every body wrap begins with a body polish. After the body polish a mask is applied over the body. The mask is usually made of mud, clay and other natural substances that help rid the body of toxins through metabolic stimulation. After the mask is applied a sheet is snugly wrapped around the body, creating a kind of thermal blanket that promotes sweating and aids in the emptying of unnecessary interstitial fluid, or the fluid located between the small spaces of body tissues. Body wraps improve the texture and appearance of skin by removing excess fluid and toxins from the body. They firm loose skin, treat the unsightly appearance of cellulite, soften the skin and give a boost to the lymphatic system and metabolism.
Bastar Mitti Body Wrap begins with a Jasmine Body Polish. It is followed by application of a Bastar Mitti mask, specially sourced from the Bastar region in Central India, which balances the skin’s oiliness and helps lighten the skin.
Bastar Mitti is a type of soil found in the Bastar region of Chattisgarh. The soil is said to have excellent lightening and healing properties.
The prices vary according to the location..at the Powai branch it is Rs.1899/- on weekdays and Rs.2099/- on weekends..
It includes the Jasmine body polish too..which separately costs Rs.1349/- on weekdays and Rs.1549/- on weekends..well I would obviously suggest anyone to go for the wrap..coz with just 550 extra you can get the body wrap done too..
Jasmine Body polish is a spa therapy that uses a blend of oils with fine grains of salt to exfoliate the skin. Exfoliation through body polishes helps to reduce build up of dead skin cells and stimulate new cell growth. It is followed by the application of emollient lotions to soften skin.
Jasmine Body Polish uses a blend of Jasmine and Ylang-Ylang essential oils and Dead Sea salt to exfoliate the skin. It balances the skin’s oiliness, helps control acne and blemishes and at the same time softens and smoothes the skin.
Jasmine essential oil is also widely used for Aromatherapy since it acts as an anti-depressant.
I had a masseuse named Anjana who guided me through the session..there was a small room with dim lighting and soft music..and a massage table and an attached bathroom. The towels,pillow and disposable UGs were arranged on it..
The session lasts for an hour..with 30 mins of the Jasmine Body Polish followed by 30 mins of Body wrap..with bathing after each..the body polish was indeed good…I could feel the exfoliation and blood circulation on the skin..and the smell of jasmine and ylang ylang oil..and as the shoulders were my pain area..Anjana was told to concentrate on the shoulders.
Later after bath..the body wrap followed..and after the application the body was wrapped in a plastic sheet with a towel above..it was to be kept on for 20 mins…Anjana kept cotton soaked in rose water on my eyes..and the body felt warm and cozy.. I dozed off those 20 mins..felt super relaxed.
After the bath..I felt super light and amazing..skin was as soft as a baby’s bum..and they offered green tea at the end..For me, it was quite a good experience..and I like the fact that they are reasonably priced for a spa..and they have some membership cards too..where you get happy hours on weekdays..and its a prepaid card..and you get double the amount of services..and its valid all over India and can be used by anyone.
Things I think could be improved on are..all the rooms were quite close to the reception area..and the noises in between don’t allow you the desired peace..but I agree that space is an issue in Mumbai..may be sound proof doors could be an option..secondly there should be white lights too in the room..so that changing and all before and after gets easier..and the flash in my cam showed the dirty walls in the room..cleaner walls may be..
Overall the spa experience was great and the masseuse was good enough..and the jasmine body polish and bastar mitti body wrap indeed made my skin super soft..I cannot stop touching it 😀
Sleek MakeUP i-Divine Showstoppers Limited Edition Palette Review, SwatchesNow this palette was quite a surprise..there was no press release or any info out regarding this palette.
Updated with the press release info..
About: Be the star of the show with Sleek MakeUP’s new SHOWSTOPPERS I-DIVINE! This online exclusive palette features twelve of Sleek MakeUP’s legendary eye shadow shades, each one singled out from Sleek MakeUP’s renowned I-DIVINES, chosen for their supreme pigmentation, bold colour and spectacular finish.
Gone are the days of picking out favourite colours, as SHOWSTOPPERS promises to leave any eye shadow fiend spoilt for choice! With a wide range of shades in 3 different finishes, including five matte shades, six shimmer and one party-perfect sparkle shade!
Only the most flattering of hues feature in SHOWSTOPPERS, including ‘mineral earth’ from AU NATUREL I-DIVINE, ‘Primal Green’ from ME MYSELF&EYE I-DIVINE, ‘Gunmetal’ from GRAPHITE I-DIVINE, and ’Innocence’ from BAD GIRL I-DIVINE. With ultra wearable ‘navy blue’ from BOHEMIAN I-DIVINE, ‘Thunder’ from Ultra Mattes V2, and ‘Festive’ from SPARKLE I-DIVINE, ideal for adding instant glamour to eyes.
Celebrate Sleek MakeUP’s notorious eye shadows, with SHOWSTOPPERS!
It would be available on the Sleek website from 10th April,2013.
MRP: £7.99
When I first saw the names of the shadows, I was kinda surprised..what they have done is..they took one shade from each of their 12 permanent i- Divine palettes..and named them after the palette..
So we have Storm, Paraguaya, Oh So Special, Bad Girl, etc..
Its a standard Sleek MakeUP Palette black packaging..with 12 shadows of 1.1g each and a mirror and a double sided sponge applicator..
Shadows are a mix of matte and satin finish..matte ones being not as pigmented as the satin ones..but the shades sure are amazing..stay on well..and blend smoothly too..
Paraguaya is a matte nude peach..hardly visible..good for blending Sunset is satin finish burgundy Me, Myself & Eye is a frost finish white..works great as a highlighter Bad Girl is satin finish olive green..love this shade.. Noir is satiny bluish grey Ultramattes V2 is a matte deep black.
Oh So Special is a matte grey..not too pigmented Bohemian is a matte coral..makes a good blush Storm is a matte navy blue Sparkle is frost pink..again a highlighter Au Natural is a matte deep plum with silver shimmer..its Festive from Sparkle 2 Palette Graphite is satin finish light milky brown
Overall quite a nice mix of colors..and mix of matte and satin shades..good highlighters and a pretty dark matte black..matte blending shades..and a nice olive green, grey, burgundy, plum and brown..shades which are quite wearable..
Personally for me..I love wearing plums, browns, greys and burgundy, olive greens for weddings, etc..plus a matte black and two highlighters just completes the palette..I am loving every new palette of Sleek MakeUP..but there are a few which are quite suited for our warm skin tones..and quite wearable..this is one of those..I am loving it as much as my Sparkle 2 and Oh So Special 🙂
The significance of the skin cannot be under estimated as the skin is the major organ of our body. Most of them go behind the skin care products which are pretty useless. If you are one of them, take time to read this article which may help you to get healthy skin naturally.
Almond oil, a type of nut oil is extracted from Almonds. There are numerous health and beauty benefits of this oil. Read on to find out the top secrets of Almond oil for face.
There are two different almond oils, the first one is the Bitter Almond oil which is the essential oil for perfumes and cannot be used over skin. And the other is the sweet almond oil which often used as the carrier oil smells soft and nutty and is safe for skin. So, the best decision would be verifying the Almond oil before using over the skin.
Best skin moisturizer
Almond oil is not just for cooking. It contains essential fatty acids and hence it is used a moisturizer. It easily penetrates the skin and makes it delicate and soft. As it contains fatty acid, it minimizes the loss of moisture and makes the skin look young and healthy.
Good skin toner
As it has the property of soothing the skin, it improves both complexion and skin tone. It helps to give a healthy glow when applied directly over the face. It also reduces the scar formation after surgery.
Acne prevention
The acne is produced due to the over production of keratin and sebum which makes the pores to get clogged and infected. The fatty acid present in almond oil deposit the fat over the pores and repair the damaged skin and hence this oil is considered as the natural treatment for acne.
Prevents wrinkles and eye problems
The regular and proper application of the oil over the face may helps to prevent the earlier wrinkles and make you to look youthful. If the oil applied with raw honey habitually at night, the eye puffiness and dark circles will be reduced.
Procedure for applying oil
Till now, you would have known the skin benefits of almond oil. Do you know how to apply it over the face? Read ahead to know how to use it.
Before applying it over the face, wash your face and follow up normal cleansing routine. Then apply a couple of drops over each side of the face. Wet your hands with warm water and gently massage it all over your face. Allow your face to dry to let the almond oil settle.
Remember, Almond oil is least greasy oil and soaks in to your skin quickly leaving slight residue. But don’t apply too much which will make your face feel swimming in oil.
What the Company claims: It’s a pampering balm fused with a lightweight lipstain in an adorable chubby crayon. Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain gives softer, smoother lips with a perfect flush of color that lasts hour after hour. The gel formula comes in 10 vibrant shades that match any look or mood.
-Lightweight Lipstain + Moisturizing Balm -100% of women who tried it felt their lips were instantly moisturized with a soft stain of color -Retractable chubby crayon, no sharpener required
EXPERT TIPS:
Step 1: Apply Just Bitten Kissable™ Balm Stain evenly to clean, bare lips. Build color and coverage as desired.
Step 2: Reapply as desired for moisturizing shine throughout the day.
What makes this product so interesting is that it’s not only a pampering lip balm but it works as a lightweight lip stain too! That said, this product leaves you with softer and smoother lips with color that lasts for hours. This handy product comes in a chubby crayon form that retracts to avoid all messy smudges inside your bag.
Thats the whole qty
It a chubby retractable crayon stick with a sturdy cap..all crayons are of the color of their shades. The packaging is quite similar to the Clinique Chubby Sticks..but these are more of a stain..and the Clinique ones are more like tinted balms.
Honey, Lovesick, Romantic
These have a minty smell..and feel cooling on application too..are moisturising and glossy at the start..but settle to a stain in around an hour..and the stain lasts for 5-6 hours ! I do think you should top it up with a gloss or lip balm time and again if you suffer from dry or chapped lips..coz otherwise it did look terrible.
Honey is an amazing pink brown..an MLBB shade for me..this can be worn everyday everywhere..to your office, market, just about anywhere..
Lovesick is a gorgeous fuchsia pink..ahh I am into the fuchsia mode you know 😉
Romantic is a warm orange red
I love how light they feel on the lips and can be worn sheer or builded up…but the only issue is the stain fades unevenly especially the darker colors.
Here are the swatches..
L-R: Romantic, Lovesick, Honey
I am sorry for the Romantic lip swatch..its difficult to remove the stain..and use another..and removing the stain made lips quite dry too 🙁
Pros:
1. Feels light. 2. Darker colors are quite pigmented..the stain stays for 3-4 hours. 3. Very pretty universal shades in the collection. 4. Colors of packaging as per shades..so easy to identify. 5. Feels glossy and moisturising at the start and settles to a semi matte stain later.. 6. Do not bleed.
Cons:
1. Darker colors fade unevenly. 2. One needs a lip balm underneath..and also over the stain after a few hours..coz it tends to feel dry. 3. Not travel friendly..it messes in a bag..inside its cap :/
Overall I quite love these stains..glossy and moisturising..and the shades offered..these are quite handy and low maintainance..Honey is a shade which can be used everyday too..and Lovesick is a very pretty fuchsia..Surely recommend these.
Rating:
Quality: 3.75/5 Value for money: 3.5/5 Availability: 4/5
Overall Rating: 3.75/5
Would I buy it again: Yes..and I like Smitten and Rendezvous too.
3 Essential Oils That Are Extremely Healthy For You
Three wonderfully healthful essential oils are peppermint, lavender and clove. These essential oils are power-packed with healthy properties. Peppermint essential oil is a favorite among those that need an extra boost of energy. Lavender essential oil can do so much more than relieve stress at the end of a long day. Clove oil, long used in dental offices, has many lesser-known health benefits too. Combining these three essential oils into a daily routine is a great way to boost one’s overall health.
Peppermint Essential Oil
Peppermint is an incredibly strong essential oil. It has extremely healthy benefits. Peppermint oil has shown great benefits for digestive ailments. Adding a few drops to a humidifier is perfect for colds and congestion. Peppermint essential oil contains menthol and can help soothe sore muscles. Peppermint essential oil is also known for its ability to aid in energy and alertness. Great care should be taken when using peppermint essential oil. If it is to be taken orally, a professional should be consulted. It is an incredibly strong essential oil. It should be food grade and a professional should be consulted regarding dosages.
Lavender Essential Oil
Lavender is an incredibly versatile essential oil. It has numerous healthy benefits. Lavender has been known to reduce tension and stress through aromatherapy. Its delightful fragrance is perfect for unwinding after a long day. In addition to the aromatherapy benefits, lavender essential oil has various health benefits. Lavender essential oil has also been used as a natural disinfectant for scalps and skin care. Many people report its ability to enhance blood circulation. Lavender oil has also been used to treat respiratory issues. As a pain reliever, lavender essential oil is wonderful for soothing muscle aches, rheumatism and minor sprains. Lavender is also used in association with treating various urinary problems. This versatile essential oil also increases intestinal motility and helps with indigestion, colic, diarrhea and vomiting. It would be foolish to go without this wonderful, healthy essential oil.
Clove Essential Oil
Clove essential oil has tremendous health benefits. It is known to have antifungal, antiseptic, antiviral and antimicrobial properties. Clove oil has commonly been used in dental offices. It contains eugenol. It is an ingredient in many dental products and medications. Clove oil has also been helpful in wound care due to its antiseptic properties. Clove essential oil is well known to help with a variety of disorders. Clove oil can help with circulation, nausea, indigestion, earaches and even respiratory problems. Clove Oil also helps in healing acne.
