Inglot Freedom System Round Lipstick 51 Review,Swatches

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Inglot Freedom System Round Lipstick 51 Review,Swatches
Inglot Freedom System Round Lipstick 51 Review,Swatches

1.2 g/0.05 US OZ

MRP: Rs. 250/-

Inglot Freedom System Explained: Inglot has different round and square palettes for their lipsticks and eye shadows..and you can buy refills for each of them as per your liking..the lipsticks come in round refills only which are of 1.2g each whereas the eye shadows come both in round and square refills (2.7g-Rs.300/-)..the brow powder (1.8g-Rs.300/-),brow wax (1.3g-Rs.300/-) and cream concealer (1.2g-Rs. 250/-) also come in round refill packaging.

The round palette comes in a size of 3,5 and 10..costing Rs. 300/-, Rs. 850/- and Rs. 1400/- respectively. And the square palette comes in size of 2,4,5,20 and 40 costing Rs. 1400/-, Rs. 2800/-,Rs.850/-, Rs. 2800/- and Rs. 5000/- respectively (I know there is a huge difference here..and the pricing is weird)

You can purchase only the refills too from shopatmajorbrands.com but at the stores they do not sell only the refills..you need to buy the palettes or bring your palettes.

Coming to round lipstick refill and the shade 51 ! 51 is a very pretty wearable fuchsia pink with blue/purple undertones..would look good on both warm and cool skin tones..This is the prettiest pink I have ! I am so loving it..

If you want to start with a hot pink shade..but are scared of too bright shades..you should definitely start with this ! Its not the jhatak or OTT pink..but an understated everyday kinda fuchsia..

These are super moisturising..there is no lip balm required with this..and never did I feel even a little dryness..and super pigmented too..one swipe gives enough color..which is buildable depending on the color required.

In Natural Light
Indoors

And here is it on me..

Pros:

1. These round lipstick refills are super pigmented..the deeper the shade..the more pigmented these are.
2. Very moisturising..you do not require any lip balm and neither do you feel any dryness.
3. These stay for a good 4 plus hours and leave a tint behind..and the darker shades stay on longer.
4. Though these are just 1.2g, it is also better coz most of us never finish the entire 4g or 4.2g lipsticks we buy !
5. Each refill is economical..and priced well for the quality.
6. You can have 3 or 5 lipsticks together in a palette..and carry the palette along..also good if you are going out of town for events and functions.
7. These go on super smooth and do not settle in fine lines or bleed.
8. Inglot is paraben free and not tested on animals.
9. 90 shades of lipsticks to choose from !

Cons:

1. You always need a brush to use it..which sometimes is a little bothersome.
2. You need a palette to buy the refills at the stores.

No other cons..Overall I am super impressed with these..and love the quality, pigmentation, staying power, shades, everything..these are a definite must have !

Rating:

Quality: 5/5
Value for money: 4.5/5
Availability: 3.75/5

Overall Rating: 4.25/5

Would I buy it again: For sure !

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

Vedic Line Soft Heel Cream Review

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Vedic Line Soft Heel Cream Review
First of all guys, Happy Holi and Happy Women’s Day 🙂 I did play Holi..but only with colors..and that too organic..What about you ? Enjoyed Holi ?Coming back to the review..

What the Company claims: Quick Overview
Get those feathery soft feet.

Details
Enriched with beeswax and neem oil, the cream has both moisturising and anti-septic effects. It stimulates blood circulation and repairs cracked heels. It removes dryness and hardness in the foot sole. See the results within 4 to 6 days of use.

How to Use
Apply on clean heels and feet and massage gently so as to allow the cream to penetrate deeper.

MRP: Rs. 125/- for 65ml

Ingredients:

It has this blue jar packaging..came with a seal on top..its a thick cream with a strong neem and clove smell..

I use it at night and wear my old socks over them..it takes a few minutes to get absorbed..my feet turned a little dry and the skin became a little rough during winters..and this quite helped me in bringing them to shape..though not something magical or overnight..it does deliver. I used Oriflame Soothing Foot Cream before and quiet liked it..I like the minty smell of Oriflame one more..

Pros:

1. It does remove dryness and hardness as claimed.
2. Results are visible in 6-7 days’ time.
3. Economical.
4. Quantity is good enough..this would last long.
5. I am not sure of it being antiseptic though neem and clove oil are supposed to be..it sure is moisturising.
6. Helped mom in cracked heels too.
7. All natural ingredients..no parabens.

Cons:

1. Availability is an issue with Vedic Line..its available on Urbantouch and Good Life.
2. Jar packaging..difficult to dip hands.
3. Takes some time to get absorbed completely.

Overall I liked this foot cream..it sure is moisturising..and helped with the dryness and hardness..though not overnight..but in a few days time. If you are into foot creams..you can surely give this a try.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

Have you tried the Vedic Line Soft Heel Cream ?

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

Women’s Achievers Awards by Young Environmentalists Programme

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Women’s Achievers Awards by Young Environmentalists Programme Trust at Rodas hotel, Hiranandani Gardens Powai


I was invited to attend the Women’s Achievers Awards by YEP at Rodas Ecotel. The event always happens on or around Women’s Day. YEP recognizes both the achievements of women and the leadership that women provide. By recognizing the outstanding achievements of women the Young Environmentalists not only provide role models but also encourage the community to nominate women for honour.

Says Elsie Gabriel, Founder President of the Young Environmentalists programme trust, “We have recognized leading women who have made a positive difference in the community and stood out as enigmatic leaders. Many have made grass root level efforts, others have campaigned nationwide, some have contributed to policy making decisions by the government and some simply have gone all out to garner public support with out a flinch, none the less all have devoted time and effort in making our world a better place for others!”

The awardees among the few imminent deserving ladies who were honoured at Hotel Rodas Powai are Masaba Gupta,Carlyta Maria Mouhini,Tejal Pandey ,Tara Sharma, Dr.Rishma Dhillon Pai, Mallika Dutt,Sameera Reddy, Vaishali Narendra Salavkar, Anaida Parvaneh, Susieben Shah, Gladys Staines,Carol Gracias, Suman Basu, Natacha Desa,Meher Castelino, Dolkar Tenzin,Lavinia Hansraj,Charmaine Ferns,Preeti Sompura,Anita Sood,Rajita Chaudhuri,.Sheilu Sreenivasan,Hutokshi Rustomfram,Sumaira Abdulali,Marvie Beck,Dr.Hema Ambadan,Seema Redkar,Minnie Vaid ,Sunita Aralikar,Dr.Anila Verghese,Shubhada Nikharge,Devika Natwarlal Rotawan and Deepti Bhatnagar among many others.

I was surprised knowing about the work many of them do and have done uptill now..really commendable..

Tara Sharma

There was Carlyta Mouhini , Singer , performer and Journalist who has studied music and fine arts (Also the voice behind ‘Senorita’), Deepti Bhatnagar, Sameera Reddy (She bought some land and made an orphanage starting with 20 kids and there are almost 110 now..her mom is actively involved in helping AIDS organisations too)

Carlyta Mouhini

Dr. Rishma Dhillon Pai was awarded for her excellence and dedication in the medical gynecology field. Consultant gynecologist and head of department at Jaslok Hospital and Consultant gynecologist at Lilavati Hospital, Mumbai. Dr. Rishma Pai is the first in Asia to offer a non surgical treatment for the common problem of fibroids, using MRI guided ultrasound. She has the distinction of having delivered a baby for a 60 year old woman, one of the oldest in the country. She is also a pioneer in the technique of Uterine Balloon Ablation- a 10 minute permanent solution to heavy bleeding.

Anaida Parvaneh was awarded for her multi lingual singing career over decades and for her excellence in art focusing on Persian miniature and calligraphy carvings on leather,making her a multi talented artist.

Anaida Parvaneh

Vaishali Narendra Salavkar, an active social worker and writer from Latur..(her story was dreadful..she was buried live by her father when she was 16 days old after her mother died..and her maternal grandfather found her and became her guardian..and somehow managed to bring her up). Sushieben Shah, founder of Priyadarshini Cabs, an all women cab service..run by women,for women !

Lavinia Hansraj
Deepti Bhatnagar

And there were many many others..some being truly inspiring..Overall it was a good event..I loved knowing about the things people are doing..especially women..for the environment and who have struggled a lot and achieved so much..and are giving back to the society.

Hope you liked the post..

Inglot Matte AMC Lip Pencil 23 Dupe

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Inglot Matte AMC Lip Pencil 23 Dupe

When I had reviewed the Inglot AMC Lip Pencil here..many of you liked the shade..but found it to be a little expensive at Rs. 680/-

And this shade surely reminded me of a similar shade I had in my stash..and I checked all my lippies and compared..And it did !

And the dupe for Inglot Matte AMC Lip Pencil 23 is our very own Colorbar Velvet Matte Lipstick in Naked Pink !! Which is quite famous amongst us bloggers and I guess most of us have Naked Pink or Bare or both 😉

Though the formula is quite different as the Inglot Lip Pencils are totally matte..but the shade is a little similar..the Inglot 23 is a little cooler and the Naked Pink is a little warmer…but still they are quite comparable..see for yourself..

T- Naked Pink B- Inglot 23

I would surely suggest checking out Naked Pink if you still have’nt..its a pretty mauvey earthy pink..and a MLBB shade for dusky skin tones..

T- Naked Pink B- Inglot 23

What do you think ??

Hair Bump It Up Soft Velcro Insert Review and How To

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2pcs Diy Hair Bump It Up Soft Velcro Insert Hair Volumizing (Asian Bumpits)


About: Condition : 100% Brand New In Packaging

Hair Volumizing Inserts Hair Set of 2 pcs
Large Size : 12 x 9 x3cm (H)
Small Size : 11 x 8 x 2cm (H)

Content Colour : Dark Brown COLOR
No more hairpin…soft and light.
Velcro type just put on your hair self gripping leave-in volumizing hair inserts give you instant volume and let you enjoy feeling confident and beautiful, like you just stepped out of a professional salon.



Velcro on both sides..

MRP: 3.10$

How to use:

This pack contains 2 bumpits..these are even known as ‘Asian Bumpits’ as these are not the normal plastic ones..but the sponge ones with velcro on either side for the hold.one is smaller..usually used for the front and the bigger for the volume at the crown..see the pics for reference..

I use the bigger one occasionally..but I totally love the smaller one..and use it quite often ! I love how my buff gets the volume and does not look flat..

Here is how the smaller one looks on me..

These are available on Bornprettystore. You can buy it here

I am totally loving them and surely repurchasing 🙂

You like bumpits ?

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

Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2012 Bloggers’ Meet

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Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2012 Bloggers’ Meet

Lakme had arranged for a bloggers meet on the 2nd day of the Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2012. I met Cynthia, Karishma,Tanveer, Rohini and a few other bloggers..

Tanisha from Lakme Team
With Tanveer and Karishma
With Cynthia

This pic is from her blog..hence the watermark 🙂 Since I did not have it..

There was an interactive session with Sushma Khan – National Skin & Makeup Trainer, Lakme and Sudeep Grover – National Hair Trainer, Lakme Lever. They talked about their newly launched Air Brush Make up and the TIGI Volume Collection and how it works and how its better,etc

They even showed us a demo of air brush technique on Rohini and gave Karishma the Volume Boosting Hair Style..

Here are some pics..

The Air Brush Pen

An air brushing gun is used..in which a few drops the color matching your skin tone is added in it..and it sprays like a mist..very finely and slowly the whole face is covered..it just has to blended..we were said it gives a matte finish and stays on pretty well.

Here is Rohini after the complete make up..

For the Volumising style Sudeep used the TIGI Catwalk Volume Collection Your Highness Root Boost Spray..at the roots on the crown and the Firm Hold Spray and after styling…with the Weightless Shine Spray at the end. And some big rollers at the centre where the volume is needed..I was told the bigger the size the more the volume..and the biggest curler should be used at the front.

Here is Karishma after the Styling..

Some info from Press Note:

Some of the key services launched –

·         Ultimate Blow Dry: The service created through a range of Catwalk by TIGI Your Highness products results in soft, full of body hair that provides the perfect canvas to achieve remarkable volume.

·         Time Restore Protein Treatment:  Replenish the lost protein in the hair with the New Amino Cell Rebuild Technology that stimulates hair roots and increases the keratin levels that bring back the life and sheen.

·         The Ultimate Airbrush:  This revolutionary makeup treatment uses an airbrush to apply the products that leaves you with a natural and even look. It is waterproof, smudge proof and allows the skin to breathe as it uses minimal use of product.

·         Skin Light Masque:  In 20 minutes this service leaves your skin de-tanned and even. Ideal for all skin types, this organic mask regenerates, lightens and firms stressed skin with the use of plant ingredients as well as numerous anti-oxidants.

The well renowned Lakmé Studio Experts Sushma Khan and  Sudeep Grover have some trends and tips to share to keep your hair and skin refreshed this season.

Sushma Khan, Lakmé Studio Skin and Make-up Expert: Every woman’s beauty needs are unique and we completely understand their need to get personalized beauty treatments and skin care tips. At Lakmé Studio we make it a point to do detailed consultations before suggest any service to our customers. For this summer I would suggest that all women stick to the mantra of drinking lots of water, eating healthy and wear minimal make-up to give their skin a naturally radiant glow.

Sudeep Grover, Lakmé Studio, Hair Expert: With trends that change every season, the contemporary Indian woman is forever on the look out to experiment and try something new with her hair. Short hair with a bob-cut and a fun fringe is back in vogue. Earthy colours like browns and burgundy are very popular this season and you will find them in abundance on international ramps as well. In the summer, women tend to underestimate the damage that the sun can do to their hair. It is imperative to keep the hair healthy with a combination of good nutritional diet and products backed by scientific technology so that the tresses are voluminous and lustrous.

Summer Tricks and Trends by the Experts for this season

Skin-care trends

• Water based sunscreen with high SPF

• Drink plenty of water

• Night cream

• Healthy diet

• Anti-oxidants, Vitamin C  & Vitamin D  supplements

Hair-care trends

• Short maintenance-free haircuts

• Bobs with straight fringe

• Warmer hair colors like copper, blonde, beige

• Up-styling for women with long hair

• Hair products with SPF

Make-up trends

• Natural looking make-up

• Light, long lasting and water-proof products

• Warm tones like red, peach and plum

• Nude lips or shades of baby pink and orange

• Bold and dramatic eyes

It was fun meeting everyone..Hope you liked the pics 🙂

Kiehl’s Clearly Corrective™ Dark Spot Solutions Launch

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Kiehl’s Clearly Corrective™ Dark Spot Solutions Launch


Kiehl’s has already launched their Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solutions in the US a month or two ago..They launched this product here in India now..on 1st March..and today was the official launch of the product…at the Kiehl’s store at Inorbit, Malad.



Now what is it ?

Kiehl’s Clearly Corrective™ Dark Spot Solution is a fast-acting serum that evens skin tone and diminishes dark spots to impart overall radiance and luminosity to the skin:

• In as little as 2 weeks, 55% of women clinically demonstrated a significant reduction in dark spot intensity.

• In 4 weeks, 69% of women clinically demonstrated a continued reduction in dark spots intensity and 73% of women showed a significant reduction in acne scarring. Reduction in other skin discolorations was clinically evident among 69% of women.

• In 8 weeks, 87% of women clinically demonstrated more uniform skin tone to deliver breakthrough clarity.

• With continued daily usage, Clearly Corrective helps to prevent the formation of future dark spots and other skin discolorations.

No Silicones. No Parabens. No Fragrance.
No Colorants. No Optical Diffusers.

How much does it cost ?

49.50$ or Rs. 3500/- for 30ml

Main Ingredients:

Activated C: Fast- acting clarifying ingredient helps diminish discolorations and prevents dark spots from forming.

Peony Extracts: Helps prevent future dark spots and discolorations.

White Birch Extract: White Birch is known for its healing properties. It enhances skin clarity and luminosity.

More about the product :

 How is it different from normal Ascorbyl Glucoside in products ?

The whole Clearly Corrective Range..

How it works ?

Results:

Check this video..

Launch by the Kiehl’s India Brand Manager Anurag..

About Kiehl’s:

About Melanin:

Types of Hyperpigmentation:

This product claims to solve all types of pigmentation and even out skin tone..Sounds good per se..would let you know more about it soon..

And you guys wait for the Kiehl’s contest 🙂

Do you wish to try the Clearly Corrective Dark Spots Solution? Your thoughts ?

Lotus Herbals Pure Color Lipstick Review, Swatches

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Lotus Herbals Pure Color Lipstick 612 Red Rose Review, Swatches
What the Company claims: ‘Pure Colors’ is a range of 12 exciting moisturizing lip colors in pinks and browns. There are 6 shades of each type. They have natural extracts of Jojoba and Aloe Vera. The unique product qualities are: – Uniform dispersion of pigments – Rich payoff – Smooth application

Active ingredients
• JOJOBA – Jojoba helps promote healing of the skin. – Its antimicrobial properties in addition to the chemical composition that closely resembles skin’s natural sebum, makes it easy to absorb and non-allergic even in the most sensitive individuals.

MRP: Rs. 245/- for 4.2g (Only Hot Plum and Lilac Breeze are for Rs. 225/-)

Shades Available: 15-16

Check other swatches here

Pure Color Lipsticks have a simple golden packaging..its decent and sturdy enough..they have a very nice mix of pinks, browns and peachy pinks.

The texture is cream finish and is moisturising too..it does not settle into lines and never feels dry..staying power varies from shade to shade..darker shades have a good staying power of 3-4 hours and leaves a tint behind. It has a sweet artificial smell which I did not like much..but it goes away in a few minutes.

T-2 wipes B- 1 swipe
612 Red Rose is the new addition in the shades..its a coral red..a much wearable red ! This is the easiest red to carry off for anyone..its not the OTT bright red..and would suit all skin tones.

Pros:

1. Has a good mix of pinks, peaches and brown shades.
2. Has a smooth creamy finish.
3. Does not settle into lines.
4. Very economical.
5. Good staying power of 3-4 hours.
6. Red Rose is a very wearable red..that would suit all skin tones.

Cons:

1. Lotus Herbals is not available everywhere.
2. I do not like the artificial sweet smell.

No other cons as such..I quite like this..and surprisingly they have a good staying power too. Overall Red Rose is an universally flattering pink based red. And good for those who wish to start with bright shades. Check out swatches of all the Lotus Pure Color Lipsticks here

Rating:

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

Overall rating: 3.75/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

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

CAOLION Sensitive BB Tinted Moisturizer Review, Swatches

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CAOLION Sensitive BB Tinted Moisturizer Review, Swatches


No preservatives!

CAOLION Sensitive BB Tinted Moisturizer is a real BB cream to consider the health of the skin.
And it is a natural genuine blemish balm to help to soothe, recover, revitalize and protect the sensitive skin.
It covers skin trouble and blemish basically and also reduces redness, and prevents pigmentation.
It was approved whitening function by KFDA.

♦ No antiseptic, No alcohol, No fragrance, No mineral oil, No Comedogenic

♦ Contains 100% Unshiu Fruit Essential Oil(Patent # 10-0663981) and EGF(Epidermal Growth Factor).

How to Use

Apply in thin coat of the product to your face and pat gently after basic skin care including sun screen. (Do not rub this BB cream on the face when applying.)

※ TiP: You can make soft and dry skin if you finish with compact or powder.

CAOLION

“Eatable Comestics never irritate your skin”

Since 1995, 17 Years of Expert’s Spirit & Heritage

CAOLION has launched in SEPHORA through 2years QC.

More than 150,000 High-loyalty Fans trust our brands continuously.

Brand Concept
CAO stands for Culture Association Originality which means culture creating organization, that is the world we live together.

CAOLION aims at the best natural skin care

Brand Feature

Pigment-free, fragrance-free and alcohol-free natural cosmetics with the main ingredient of chitosan. Chitosan has functions of absorption and excretion wastes, and remarkable antiinflammatory and antibacterial effects. With a great affinity for skin, it reduces side effects.

It also heals damaged skin and vitalizes the fatigued and exhausted skin due to its excellent ability of renewal skin cells.

CAOLION contains natural ingredients that prevent skin troubles and increase lubricating effects to prevent aging for the sensitive skin.

They help your skin turn back to health and keep in healthy condition naturally by absorbing effective ingredients without any troubles.

Type All Skin Types & Especially for sensitive skins
VOLUME 30g

MRP: USD 48.99

The ingredient list is mentioned but its in Chinese language.

I love this round packaging…it opens from all sides like a flower blooming..:p The 30g tube is a medium sized one..not very small..but ya not too big..its wrapped in butter paper..and comes with 2 blenders..which are joined in a heart shape..

They claim it to be a real Blemish Balm…which actually heals blemishes and helps in preventing pigmentation…I am using it from quite some time..

A very thin layer is needed to be spread around..and as mentioned its not supposed to be blended..but just patted..It has a fruity smell which I quite liked..

You need just a little amount as it spreads around well..and covers more area..The only thing is it is gray with a hint of yellow in shade..and does leave a little whitish cast..and it does cover redness..but it would not replace your tinted moisturiser or foundation..since it would not match our skin tones..but this works great as a base too..and at times you can just top this up with a pressed powder..if you want to skip foundation.

Unblended
Blended

It does leave a smooth feeling on the skin..and the foundation or tinted moisturiser also goes on better with this as a base..it also reduces the appearance of pores a little.

It gives a dewy finish at start but settles to a matte finish in a few seconds…this stays put a good 5-6 hours and does not impart any oiliness to the skin.

Pros:

1. It does cover redness and evens out the tone.
2. Works as a base for foundation or tinted moisturiser.
3. It can also be used standalone..just with a pressed powder on top.
4. No preservatives,alcohol, mineral oil or parabens.
5. Its made from natural plant extracts.
6. It does feel soothing on the skin…if your skin is acne prone..this would cover the redness and feel quite soothing.
7. Quite good for sensitive skin.
8. Its small and handy and quite travel friendly.
9. It reduces the appearance of pore size.
10. It is truly a real Blemish Balm..it does what it claims.

Cons:

1. Since its grayish in color..it does give some whitish cast.
2. Expensive.
3. Availability is an issue..its only available on WishTrend as of now.You can buy it here
4. Single universal shade.

Overall I quite like this Blemish Balm. It feels soothing, works as a great base too and reduces the appearance of pores, covers redness and prevents blemishes too.

Rating:

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

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again : May be..

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