Maybelline Colorsensational Lip Gloss Raspberry Sorbet Review, Swatches

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Maybelline Colorsensational Lip Gloss 055 Raspberry Sorbet Review, Swatches and Comparision of Raspberry Sorbet and Hooked on Pink

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 Raspberry Sorbet…The other shades available are:

  • Pink Perfection
  • Hooked on Pink
  • Sugared Honey
  • Touch of Toffee
  • Born With It
  • Plum-Tastic
  • Sandstone Shimmer
  • Broadway Bronze
  • Mocha Glaze
  • Cranberry Cocktail
  • Wine all Mine

MRP: Rs.300/- for 6.8ml

It comes in a rectangular slender packaging with slanted applicator. Quite opaque..non sticky..have a nice smell..and stay on well..

Raspberry Sorbet is a frosty raspberry pink…very pretty pink..gives a nice glossy pout.

Here is a comparision of Raspberry Sorbet and Hooked on Pink..

T: Raspberry Sorbet B: Hooked on Pink

Raspberry Sorbet on me..

Pros:
1. These are densely packed colors and are very opaque..so would work well even on pigmented lips.
2. Non sticky.
3. 6.8 ml is a good qty.
4. Slim square packaging which I kind of liked 🙂
5. Various shades from pinks to reds to wines to browns to bronze.
6. Stay for 2-3 hours..decent enough for a gloss.
7. They have a nice sweet smell.
Cons:

1. No peachy or coral shade..more shades should have been in this range.
2. They increased the price from 250 to 300 :/

Overall I love Maybelline Colorsensational lip glosses..these are quite good..and a total value for money..surely recommend these..Totally Toffee is next on my list..

Check out the review of Hooked on Pink HERE

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 Totally Toffee too..
Have you tried Maybelline Colorsensational Gloss ? Which is your favorite shade ?

SoulTree Rose & Vetiver Ayurvedic Shower Gel Review

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SoulTree Indian Rose & Cooling Vetiver Ayurvedic Shower Gel Review
What the Company claims: Organically cultivated Indian Rose known for its skin smoothening qualities is collected at dawn to make pure Rose water. It is then blended with the cooling extracts of Vetiver (Khus) and luscious Aloe to make this aromatic āyurvedic bath gel, a soap-free, soothing and skin toning cleanser. Complementing this blend are essential oils that add a soft floral note to your bath experience.

Use: While showering, use the gel with a natural loofah or a bath sponge and rinse. It is gentle enough for repeated and everyday use.

This shower gel is Free from SLS/SLES & Parabens

MRP: Rs.250/- for 200ml

BDIH Certified Natural Products
Natural origin ingredients
Free of Synthetic Preservatives, Colours or Fragrances
Free of Paraffins, silicones,
Recyclable Packaging
No Animal Testing

Ingredients: Aqua, Coco glucoside, Lauryl glucoside, Glycerin, Rosa damascena water (Rose water)*, Vetiveriazizanoides (Khus)*, Hibiscus rosasinensis*, Aloe barbadensis*, Citric acid, Sodium benzoate, Xanthan gum,Onosmahispidum, Parfum**, Potassium sorbate, Geraniol**, Linalool**, Citronellol**, Limonene**
*From Certified Organic Farms
**From Essential Oils

It comes in a slender plastic bottle with a flip cap..and the bottle can be pressed to remove the product..its a light brown hued thick transparent gel and lathers well with a loofah..though does not work with my Body Shop Bath Gloves 🙁 Same as the case with Auravedic body wash which was SLS free..I do not mind using a loofah for a chemical free natural option 😀

Smells amazinggg..the rose and vetiver combo is very cooling and refreshing..

Pros:

1. Smells amazing.
2. Free of parabens, silicones or any chemicals.
3. Does not dry out skin.
4. Convenient packaging.
5. Love the ingredients..especially the essential oils.
6. 200 ml lasts a long time..cost effective.

Cons:

1. Does not lather with my bath gloves 🙁
2. Available only online.

Overall I am loving this combo and the refreshing smell..only issue is its availability. Surely recommend it.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried Soul Tree Shower Gels ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review.

Lotus Herbals Women’s Day Celebrations

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Lotus Herbals Women’s Day Celebrations

Hey guys,
Lotus Herbals has come up with an exclusive offer for us this women’s day !! Special discounts on the entire Lotus Herbals Range..

What we need to do..
–           They would be running exclusive Facebook offers for us where we will get exciting discounts on the entire Lotus Herbals Range. 
–          The offer would be available for Women’s Day only
–          All we need to do is to claim the Facebook offer, take the coupon code from our email, add items to the cart on the Lotus Herbals website (www.lotusherbals.com) and enter the code just before making the purchase and enjoy the discount !!

So join their facebook page HERE and take advantage of the discounts 🙂

Check my Lotus Herbals reviews HERE in case you need suggestions on what to buy..I love their sunscreens and use it religiously..much needed as the summers have started..

Do let me know what all you buy..

Importance of Sunscreen

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Importance of Sunscreen
Guest Post
We have time and again read and heard about how important sunscreen is..check this post for the harmful effects of the sun on our skin. It ages the skin unbelievably fast.

Now we cannot be 100% safe and protected..but what we can do is atleast use a good broad spectrum sunscreen.

You may even skip a moisturiser, but never a sunscreen. One should use a sunscreen according to their skin types, like gel based for oily skin or a lotion or a thicker texture for dry skin.

Some believe we do not need a sunscreen when indoors..even though we are indoors there are UVA rays passing through everything though in lesser amounts, be it your PC or laptop screens or tubelights or windows,etc..we should use a SPF 30 sunscreen atleast once a day even though indoors.

Sun blocks and sunscreens are used interchangeably..there is no such thing that can block sun rays..its just a way to market.

And lastly higher SPF does not denote more protection. SPF i.e Sun Protection Factor only denotes the time we can spend exposed to sun. Eg : If a person gets tanned in 10 minutes in the sun without sunscreen, SPF 30 would protect him for 30*10=300 minutes and SPF 50 for 50*10=500 minutes, after which he would need to reapply the sunscreen.

So never ever skip a sunscreen..cover up, wear your shades and lather up on the sunscreen before stepping out this summers..

Do you use sunscreen everyday ??

Winners of thboxes Jewelry

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Winners of thboxes Jewelry

As you all the know the thboxes giveaway had long ended..there was a slight delay in announcing the winners..coz I had to check the entries and was unwell..damn this sudden climate change !

Anyways getting onto the winners..if you all remember..here we have 3 winners and the 1st winner gets 3 items of jewelery, 2nd winner gets 2 items and 3rd winner gets one..you can chose anything..but each within $8..

So the winners are…

a Rafflecopter giveaway

1st winner: Rashmi Singh
2nd winner: Verónica Caraça
3rd winner: Sílvia Ávila

Congrats !! Please email me within 48 hours..or else I would need to pick new winners..

For others who joined the giveaway, I have a special 10% discount coupon code for you all..but since all the codes are different, I cannot publish it here..those who are interested can mail me and I would send you the coupon..the coupon is valid till 2nd April and they have Free shipping worldwide..so do check it out..you might like some stuff 🙂

And also do participate in the Chicnova giveaway going on..HERE

Black Lace Dress, Rose Pattern Pearl Earrings from Sammydress.com

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Black Lace Dress, Rose Pattern Pearl Earrings from Sammydress.com

About Sammydress.com: Sammydress is a leading China online wholesale supplier of Wedding Dresses, Special Casual Dresses, Women’s Clothing, Cosplay Costumes, Intimate Lingerie, Men and Women’s Shoes, Wigs, Fashion Jewelry, Bags and Accessories, Home & Living, Men’s clothing, Children’s Toys, Shoes, and many more great items. We aim to provide a wide range of high quality, trendy fashion clothing at factory direct prices along with a professional service to customers all over the world.

They have the best collection of dresses, tops, skirts I have come across on any site..the latest updated trends and amazing designs..

I got this black lace 3/4th sleeve scoop neck dress and silver rose pattern pearl earrings..

I loved this dress at the first sight..is’nt it gorgeous ?

And I did check the size, etc before ordering..but unfortunately its slightly tight and short..or else would have done an OOTD..but nonetheless it looks fab..I do fit into it..but I would love to lose a little weight for this 😉

I liked this earrings in the pic..but the hoops that came are quite bigger..I was expecting smaller delicate ones..I love the rose and pearl though..

I am surely ordering from them again..I love the clothes and jewelery and the reasonable pricing..plus the free shipping they have on many of the things..though I would like them to have more sizes..and the dress in correct size as mentioned..and also I had to pay customs on it 🙁

Have you shopped from Sammydress.com ?

Cosmedic Lumiday Brightening Day Lotion SPF 30++ Review

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Cosmedic Lumiday Brightening Day Lotion SPF 30++ Review

What the Company claims: Daily-use facial moisturizer significantly reduces dullness and discoloration while correcting the appearance of marks. Our proprietary Concentrated Hydroxy Complex delivers a potent mix of 4% Alpha Hydroxy Acids combined with Natural Moisturising Factors for gentle yet effective results. Broad spectrum SPF 30++ simultaneously prevents further pigmentation from occurring. Free of hydroquinone, steroids, and other irritating demelanizing agents. Hypoallergenic and Non-Comedogenic!

Directions: Apply liberally to face and neck after cleansing daily.

Key Ingredients: Concentrated Hydroxy Complex with 4% Alpha Hydroxy Acids, Natural Moisturising Factors, SPF 30++.

Ingredients:

MRP: Rs.450/- for 60ml

It comes in a green small rectangular shaped bottle with a white cap..has a pump dispensor..

Its a white colored medium thick lotion..smells like fevicol..takes a little time to absorb..it needs to be blended well..or else leaves a whitish cast..it does moisturise the skin..there are no dry patches..but since mine is combination skin..my T zone gets shiny within an hour..I feel this would suit dry skin more..

This gives a nice dewy finish to the skin..but does not help significantly in correcting marks..

Pros:

1. Moisturises skin really well..I loved using it in winters.
2. Gives a nice dewy finish to the skin.
3. No dry patches.
4. Has SPF 30++
5. Helps a little with spots..but nothing major.
6. Gives some brightness to the skin..there is no dullness like with a heavy moisturiser.
7. Keeps skin hydrated and moist for 6-7 hours.

Cons:

1. Needs to be blended really well..or else gives a whitish cast.
2. Smells like fevicol.
3. Did not help much with correcting spots.
4. Only available online. You can buy it HERE
5. Expensive at Rs.450/-

Overall I like it..but do not love it..it helped moisturise skin in winters..I think it is good for winters or for dry skinned people..It does give some brightness to the skin..but does not do everything it claims..a decent moisturiser.

Rating:

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

Overall rating: 3.25/5

Would I buy it again: Maybe..

Have you tried the Cosmedic Lumifast Brightening Lotion ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review.

All About Airbrush Makeup

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All About Airbrush Makeup

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Airbrush makeup is makeup sprayed onto the skin using an airbrush instead of being applied with sponges, brushes, fingers, or other methods. It is popular in film, theater, and sunless tanning; although systems designed for personal cosmetic use in the home are also available.

Very thin layer of foundation is used, which is layered again and again untill a flawless smooth base is achieved.

More often for the red carpet appearances, celebrities have been buffed to perfection with thin layers of foundation applied skillfully through a flick of their makeup artists’ wrist using spray on makeup.

Traditional powder or liquid based make-up can settle and appear in pores and wrinkles and be visible on HD film. As the makeup is sprayed on, it connects with the skin as millions of droplets of formula.The formula can create an even, sheer, natural appearance to the skin that, if applied properly for a natural look, can appear natural and non-heavy like traditional makeup. Airbrush makeup wears longer than traditional powder or liquid foundation, able to stay put upwards of 12–24 hours.

Airbrush makeup is also available for eye shadow, blush, eyebrows and lips and can be layered, shaded, highlighted and contoured. Application wise, the technique is more sanitary than traditional makeup application due the artist never having to touch the skin. It’s also faster, if done by a trained artist.

An airbrushing gun shaped like a pen is used..and few drops of liquid foundation especially made for airbrush is used matching your skintone which is then sprayed in layers all over the face covering the whole face.

Airbrush makeup is applied by layering several passes of makeup. This allows the artists to build upon previous layers to produce subtle changes. When applying foundation between 6-12 drops of makeup is used. The makeup is sprayed onto the face at a distance of 6-12 inches

Have you tried airbrush makeup ??

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Maybelline BB Stick Now in India !!

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Maybelline BB Stick Now in India !!

The world’s no.1 make-up brand, Maybelline New York, brings you our newest revolutionary product; BB Stick!


Here’s how our BB Stick is different from our BB Cream:

Flawless, radiant skin + 12hr shine control + 8 benefits in just 1 step!


1. Mineral clay formula guarantees 12hr shine control.

2. Contains Salicylic acid to manage combination & oily skin.

3. Provides a soft, matte and radiant finish.

4. Sweat-resistant and sebum – resistant formula leaves skin fresh all day.

5. Hides appearance of pores & imperfection.

6. Contains SPF 21/PA+++ that protects skin from sun damage.

7. Instantly evens skin tone.

8. Provides a power-light feel on skin.

Check it here: http://www.maybelline.co.in/products/face/cream/bb_stick_india.html


Price: Rs.250/-

Available in 2 shades:

1.Radiance

2. Fawn

Are you excited to try the new Maybelline BB Stick ??

Sleek MakeUP Lagoon Eyeshadow Palette Review, Swatches

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Sleek MakeUP i-Divine Limited Edition Aqua Collection Lagoon Eyeshadow Palette Review, Swatches
Sleek MakeUP is out with their new Spring 2013 collection called Aqua Collection..it consists of LE i-Divine called Lagoon, a blush in Mirrored Pink and a nail set in Deep Waves..you would see a lot of aqua blues and greens in this collection.

It is priced slightly higher at £7.99

It comes in the usual black case packaging with a mirror and 2 sided sponge applicator…the shadows are well pigmented, blend smoothly and stay on for 6-7 hours with a primer…the matte shades are a little drier and shimmery ones have some fall out though.

Sleek MakeUP i- Divine Lagoon boasts of 12 shades that pop on all skin tones..9 shimmer and 3 matte shadows..

Sassea is an aqua blue shade with gold shimmer
Deep Water is a matte grape purple
Reflection is a pale shimmery lilac
Emerald is a light emerald green
Oyster is an off white pearl..makes a good highlight
Black Pearl is deep rich black with some shimmer…gorgeous pigmentation..the best in the palette.

Pink Jewel is a rose pink with gold shimmer..very pretty shade
Sand Dollar is a warm yellow gold
Underworld is again an aqua blue with gold shimmer..but more bluer than Sassea
Sea Shell is a light copper bronze..a good neutral
Night Sky is a matte dirty purple..not that pigmented.
Ariel is a matte coral red..can double up as a pretty blush

Some of the shades are pretty pigmented while some are ok..matte shades are a little drier and less pigmented in comparision to the shimmery ones…overall a good mix of shades..

My favorites are Reflection, Oyster, Black Pearl, Pink Jewel and Sea Shell..yes I love my pinks and neutrals 😀

Aqua Collection launches on 13th March, 2013..in Superdrug stores and online at sleekmakeup.com

Have you checked out the Sleek MakeUP Aqua collection ? Your favorite shades ??

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review