Vichy Laboratoires launches the revolutionary Normaderm TriActiv Cleanser
Vichy Laboratoires introduces its latest innovation- the Normaderm TriActiv Cleanser- an effective combination of cleanser, exfoliator and mask all rolled into one revolutionary product to give you clean, blemish free and healthy skin. Keeping in mind the specific needs of sensitive skin, the Vichy Normaderm TriActiv Cleanser is specially formulated for sensitive and acne prone skin.
Dispensing away the need to use multiple skin care products for your sensitive skin, now say goodbye to skin imperfections, clogged pores and pigmentation with the Vichy Normaderm TriActiv Cleanser offering one cleanser with three uses–
1. Cleansing Cream– Reduces sebum and impurities
2. Exfoliator: Helps unclog pores.
3. Mask: Matifies skin and clarifies complexion
The creamy textured Normaderm TriActiv effectively combines the aesthetics of “peeling effect” ingredients, skin soothing agent and 25% clay, offering ultra purifying efficacy for sensitive and acne prone skin, helping in reducing shine, minimizing pores, resulting in clearer and more matified skin!
Easy to use, the product can be used as a cleaner or scrub by directly massaging on damp skin and washing it off or as a mask by applying a thin layer to the face and letting it dry for 5 minutes before rinsing off. The result is cleaner, healthier and clearer skin texture!
PRICE: Rs. 950 for 125ml
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
Inglot Pastel Collection Nail Enamel 972 Review, NOTD
What the Company claims: Durable, high gloss, medium drying time formula
DOES NOT CONTAIN: – toluene – formaldehyde – dibutyl phthalate (DBP) – camphor
Apply two coats. Make sure that first coat is completely dry before applying second one. Some shades look best with three coats.
NOT TESTED ON ANIMALS
15 ML/0.51 US FL OZ
Pastel shades:
MRP: Rs. 490/-
972 is a pretty pastel peachy pink (P4) shade..Inglot has five shades in their Pastel Collection Nail Enamels..I quiet like this peachy pink..Pastels are not something I am in the mood of everyday…but I love pastels at times..And the rest four shades i.e yellow,violet, green and blue are equally nice..
Its toluen, formaldehyde and dibutyl phthalate (DBP) free. Stays well without chipping for 5 days. The only issue is it chips from the centre instead of the edges.
You would require 2-3 coats for it to show up..one coat comes up quiet sheer. These are a little expensive for a nail paint..but 15ml is quite a good quantity too.
If you like pastels..I would surely recommend them.
Rating:
Quality: 4/5 Value for money: 3.75/5 Availability: 4/5
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.
Chambor Single Blush Shade No.57 Star Candy Review, Swatches
What the Company claims: Size 6 GM It comes in both Frosted and Matte form which imparts a right color that glides on. Convenient to carry & used for re-touch Lasts for long period of time Water resistant – Long Lasting Comes in Powder Form, Can be converted to Cream form by mixing it with Foundation or Moisturizer Excellent blending & adherence capability Non Comodogenic No animal ingredients
Chambor Single Blush is ultra-fine and simple to apply. This is the basic blush which is formulated to glide weightlessly onto the skin to provide sheer, sun-kissed colour. Builds effortlessly and spreads evenly. Ingredients: Vitamin A & E
Shades Available:
57 Star Candy
59 Star Delight
65 Soft Rose
66 Ambering Rose
61 Soft Strawberry
71 Rose Fonce
MRP: Rs. 495/- for 6g
Ingredients:
Its pink and gold !! And looks super awesome combined..this works as blush cum highlighter..and the gold reflects show up beautifully on the skin..perfect glow..this is one must have for brides !
It comes in a small rectangular black packaging..and has a mirror and brush inside..the brush is ok..not that great but good for emergencies..
The texture of this blush is awesome..though its a powder blush..it has a creamy finish to it..and blends amazingly well ! And stays put for a good 7-8 hours..and still does not go away completely. The blend of shades look great…and this would look pretty as an eye shadow too !
The pink part is light soft pink.and the gold works as highlighter..and both together are a peachy gold with a pearly finish..and its gorgeous !!
Here are the swatches..
T-B: Pink,Gold, Blended
Pictures do not do justice to this blush..you should check out this shade personally..
Pros:
1. Gorgeous shade ! This pink and gold combo is perfect for our warm skin tones..and this is a true bridal blush ! 2. Works as a blush cum highlighter. 3. Creamy texture..no powdery feeling..no fall outs. 4. Comes with a brush and mirror. 5. Available easily at all Chambor outlets and even online. 6. Stays for a good 7-8 hours. 7. Can be used as an eye shadow too.
Cons:
1. The brush is ok..not of much use. 2. If you like matte blushes..you might not like it..but this is more of an evening blush than a day time or formal wear one.
No other cons..I quite like it 🙂
I do not have words for this shade..I am so in love with it..I have not seen any dupes or similar shades for this..This is perfect for parties or receptions..if you are a bride to be, then go get it now ! Chambor Blushes also come in duo form..and have the same shades..Check them too..you might get two shades by paying just a little more 😉
Rating:
Quality: 4.75/5 Value for money: 4.5/5 Availability: 4.5/5
Overall Rating: 4.5/5
Would I buy it again: Yes..I am also checking out Soft Rose and Rose Fonce
Vedic Line Neem & Brahmi Disinfecting Face Wash Review
What the Company claims: Quick Overview Disinfecting face wash for Pigmentation, Acne, Open pores & Oily skin.
Thick & lovely face wash, cleanses deep down dirt without stripping natural oil from the face. Neem & Brahmi very popular Ayurvedic herbs, Refresh skin & have deodorant anti-fungal effects. Fragrance of Tea Tree & Camphor opens up channels, relaxes mind and makes breathing comfortable.
Ingredients:
MRP: Rs. Rs.60/- for 50ml, Rs. 110/- for 120ml
The 50ml packaging comes in a tube form and the 120 ml packaging is this inverted flat oval shaped bottle with a normal flip cap.
Its transparent with a light green tint..has that neem and camphor smell. It does not foam much but cleanses skin well…not that super clean feeling..as it leaves a little slick feeling.
Pros:
1. Has Natural Ingredients like Neem, Brahmi, Camphor,etc. 2. I liked the flat oval packaging. 3. Cleanses skin well. 4. Does not dry out the skin. 5. Has a nice neem and camphor smell. 6. Feels cooling on the skin.
Cons:
1. It does have SLES but does not foam much..if you like foaming face washes..you may not like this. 2. Gives a slick feeling after washing. 3. I am not sure if this can help with acne or open pores..as I do not think a face wash can. 4. Availability is an issue with Vedic Line..but you can get it on Urban Touch, Good Life and a few other sites.
Overall its a decent face wash for everyday..cleanses skin well and does not dry it out..You may try it out if you like using Neem Face Washes or those with Natural Ingredients.
Rating:
Quality: 3.75/5 Value for money: 3.75/5 Availability: 3/5
Overall Rating: 3.75/5
Would I buy it again: May be
P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion.
Pamper yourself at Lakmé Salon and get invited to Lakmé Fashion Week
Lakmé Fashion Week has been the epitome of glitz and glamour since more than a decade. Lakmé Salon now gives YOU the opportunity to experience this glamorous occasion firsthand. Lakmé Salon will not only get you passes to Fashion Week, but will also make sure that you look like a million bucks.
Let our Lakmé Salon Experts work their magic on you,leaving you with perfectly primed up hands and feet. Indulge yourself by taking the package mentioned below by Lakmé Salon and receive an invite to Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2012. This is your chance to rub shoulders with the pioneers of the Indian Fashion Industry.
Pamper yourself with the Lakmé Salon LFW Nail Package that includes the following:
· Get a Peppermint, Free spirit or Pure defense manicure and pedicure
· Soft Caress Hand & foot Masque
· Get the Lakmé Absolute look with the Fast and Fabulous Nail Color service
Visit any Lakmé Salon or Studio in Mumbai and avail this offer to walk the red carpet at LFW.
** Offer Valid only for the first 200 customers that take any of the above services in Mumbai only**
**Offer Valid only from 16th February – 1st March 2012**
About Lakmé Lever
Lakmé Lever Pvt. Ltd (Lakmé Lever) is dedicated to the contemporary Indian woman’s exploration of the fine art of beauty. It operates India’s first and leading chain of Lakmé Studios and Salons that offer expert services in Hairstyling, Skin and Beauty care. The studios and salons offer a differentiated experience, delighting women by the expertise of their professionally trained hair designers, hair artists, skin experts and consultants, and now to men also.
Lakmé Lever also operates Lakmé Academies in partnership with Pivot Point, USA, world leader in ‘beauty education’. Combining international cosmetics, hair and skin care technology with an in-depth understanding of the Indian woman’s needs, Lakmé Studios and Salons offer their customers a holistic ‘Beauty Sutra’ experience.
Lakmé Lever has a presence of 170 Lakmé Salons at premium locations in 40 cities.
China Glaze Introduces Capitol Colours: What Will You Be Wearing to the Opening Ceremonies?
With THE HUNGER GAMES about to begin, Capitol citizens can show their support for their chosen district through China Glaze®’s exclusive Capitol Colours nail polish collection. The collection combines rich crèmes, soft shimmers and bold glitters to create the limited edition 12 shade nail polish collection inspired by the most anticipated movie release of the year.
The China Glaze® Capitol Colours collection includes the following shades:
· Dress Me Up – A stripped down dark rose pink crème
· Foie Gras – Decadent dark crème taupe
· Fast Track – Soft sandy brown with a gold metallic shimmer
· Hook and Line –Pearlescent light grey
· Stone Cold – Matte slate grey with shimmer
· Smoke and Ashes – Black-based teal with multicolored shimmer
· Agro – Moss green with gold shimmer
· Mahogany Magic – Reddish-brown crème
· Harvest Moon – Crystalized copper shimmer
· Riveting – Bright orange shimmer
· Electrify – High-wattage gold and ruby red glitter blend
· Luxe and Lush – A high octane flaky overcoat
The release of the collection follows the debut of the China Glaze® Capitol Colours consumer and beauty trade advertising campaign featuring the story’s Effie Trinket, who is assigned by the Capitol to escort and prepare the Tributes from District 12 for the 74th Annual Hunger Games. The ad features the tagline, “What will you be wearing to the opening ceremonies?,” encouraging fans of THE HUNGER GAMES to support their favorite tribute and district by wearing a corresponding shade. Full-page ads will run in the March issues of teenVOGUE, People Style Watch and InStyle.
China Glaze® Capitol Colours will be available in early March 2012 at salons and specialty beauty retailers including Sally Beauty Supply and ULTA stores, coinciding with the release of THE HUNGER GAMES in theatres March 23, 2012. Individual shades retail for $7. The collection will be available in a 12-piece counter display as well as open stock colors.
China Glaze® is free of DBP, toluene, and added formaldehyde. China Glaze® nail lacquers are available through salons and professional beauty supply stores nationwide. For more information, visit: www.chinaglaze.com or follow China Glaze on Facebook and Twitter: http://twitter.com/ChinaGlaze
What the Company claims: Discover a Brighter Flawless Natural Look with the New Clear Glow BB Cream from Maybelline New York.
The BB cream or the Bright Benefit cream is a revolutionary product that provides the benefits of a foundation, sun block and a moisturizer minus the problems of each! It gives you a brighter flawless look giving you the confidence to Go Nude, the way nature intended it. A dab of kajal and lip gloss or balm and you’re ready to go. Revolutionizing your skincare regime, this wonder product is an all-in-one revolution with 8 benefits to instantly brighten, even tone, hydrate, conceal, smooth, mattify, freshen and protect with SPF 21/ PA+++.
Called the 8-in-1 skin perfector – Just a minute of effortless application and you are set to turn heads !
Available in three easy blend shades perfect for the Indian skin tone, the BB Cream transforms your skin effortlessly, affordably and beautifully. Just the thing for the Girl on the go; contains healthy minerals for 8 in 1 skin benefits. The oil-free formula keeps skin hydrated for up to 24 hours and the SPF21/PA+++ protects the skin from harmful UVA and UVB rays. It covers like a foundation and hides flaws and imperfections without feeling heavy on the skin.
This instant skin perfecting cream comes in a compact, travel-friendly 18 ml squeeze tube and is available in 3 unique earth shades – 01 Nude (darkest), 02 Radiance (mid) and 03 Natural(lightest).
The thing to note here is..the shades are numbered opposite from dark to light..01 Nude being the darkest and 03 Natural being the lightest.
MRP: Rs.199/- for 18ml
There is another version called Maybelline Smooth Minerals BB Cream that is available in South Asia but not in India yet..
They do not claim this as Blemish Balm but as Bright Benefit Cream..its a very small tube..almost the size of your ring finger..The thing good about the Maybelline BB Cream is that it does not have a single shade being grayish or one that looks white and ashy..instead they have enough yellow undertones and quite match the Indian skin tones.
You need just a pea sized amount for the whole face..and you can blend it with fingers too. It has a small nozzle tip which dispenses just the right amount. It gives a little whitish cast coz it has SPF 21..but it goes away with a little blending..and it matches your actual skin tone in a few minutes.
It stays for a good 7-8 hours and gives a nice dewy finish..the coverage is similar to a Tinted Moisturiser..but its a little thicker comparatively. It has a nice fruity smell. If you have very dry skin..you may need a moisturiser beneath..for me it works as it is too..the T zone does get a little shiny after a few hours but a pressed powder would solve the problem.
Unblended
Blended
I have the shade 01 Nude which is the darkest..it does have quite enough yellow undertones to suit our skin tones..this is a little dark for me though..02 Radiance would have looked better. But this too adjusts to the actual skin tone in a few minutes.
Pros:
1. Perfect for everyday use. 2. Gives light to medium coverage..evens out the skin tone. 3. Has SPF 21 and offers PA+++ protection. 4. Gives a nice dewy finish. 5. Blends in a jiffy..and with fingers too..not much time needed. 6. Travel friendly tube. 7. Economically priced. 8. Available easily at all Maybelline counters. 9. Stays for a good 7-8 hours.
Cons:
1. It would have been better if the quantity was a little more..around 25ml. 2. The shades should have been numbered properly..its very confusing.
No other cons I could think of. I quite liked it..and the dewy finish it offers. So perfect for everyday.
Rating:
Quality: 3.75/5 Value for money: 3.75/5 Availability: 4/5
Overall Rating: 3.75/5
Would I buy it again: Yes
You stand a chance to win this BB Cream..Go here (10 winners)
P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion.
I know its raining giveaways here ..and the GlossyBox giveaway especially is so raining all over the blogosphere. I was waiting for some time..before announcing this..as other giveaways are also running together..Check out my Valentine’s Special Giveaway and the Maybelline BB Cream Giveaway.
So GlossyBox has kindly let one of my reader win its first box in March..Check glossybox.in and my post here for more..
What you need to do?
1. Subscribe to e-mail updates. 2. Like ‘GlossyBox India‘ and ‘New Love‘ on Facebook and put up your Facebook Status as “I love @GLOSSYBOX India and @New Love, which is why I want to get the first Box for free!” (Both pages should be tagged)
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This giveaway is for Indian residents or anyone who has a valid Indian postal address..it ends 10 days from now..on 25th February,2012.
Parachute Advansed Body Lotion Intense Care Review
What the Company claims: Gain soft skin with Parachute Advansed Body Lotion For the first time ever, indulge your skin with 100% natural moisturizers, that brings goodness of coconut milk to skin. Parachute Advansed body lotion, the only moisturizer with 100% Natural Moisturizers and goodness of coconut milk makes skin delightfully soft and smooth in just 7 days. Now, treat yourselves to Parachute Advansed Body Lotion, which helps you rediscover soft skin and naturally so! Enriched with the goodness of coconut milk, it works in a superior manner to actually penetrate deep into skin and nourish it from within – leaving your skin feeling soft, glowing and supple, absolutely irresistible to touch!
Pamper yourself for the first time ever with the nourishment of coconut milk, as it moisturizes and hydrates the skin like no other ingredient! As the coconut- based moisturizers are similar to the skin’s natural oils, they penetrate the skin deep within and lock in moisture, doubling moisture levels in just 2 hours. The result is soft, delightful skin you’ve always dreamt of!
So, treat your skin to the luxury of pure coconut milk with Parachute Advansed Body Lotion and gain soft, glowing and supple skin in just 7 days!
Parachute Advansed Body Lotion Variant Details:
Dry Skin, Intense Care: for dry skin that needs intense moisturization All Season, Gentle Care: for skin that requires light moisturization
Intense Care is the one meant for dry skin..for intense and deeper moisturisation. The packaging of the bottle is shaped like a curvy woman..its kinda different…I liked it..
Its a white colored lotion..medium in texture..neither too thick nor too runny.
The lotion is water based and quite light..gets absorbed in a jiffy..you do not need to rub it in or wait for it to sink in..it has a light floral kinda smell..which I liked.
Pros:
1. Quite liked the packaging. 2. Gets absorbed in a jiffy. 3. Has a nice floral kinda smell. 4. Quite economical at Rs. 99/- for 250ml..thats a lot of quantity..all other body lotions are priced high comparatively. 5. This would be good for summers too..as its not too thick or greasy kinds..but very light. 6. Easily available. 7. Feels very cooling on the skin..as soon as you apply it. 8. It does leave the skin soft and supple as claimed.
Cons:
1. Has parabens. 2. It did not keep the skin moisturised throughout the day in harsh winters..I needed to reapply it..and this one being the intense care meant for dry skin..and claims to double moisture levels in 2 hours..should have been more moisturising..but would work for summers..or if you do not have dry skin.
Overall I liked it..easily available..and the quantity for the price makes it all the more worth it..compared to other body lotions…I just wish it was a little more moisturising.
Rating:
Quality: 3.75/5 Value for money: 4.5/5 Availability: 4/5
Overall Rating: 4.25/5
Would I buy this again -Yes
P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion.
A UK based Sand Wizard – Simon Smith, World Masters People’s Champion had built a 10X10 Sand Castle in the Courtyard at High Street Phoenix for “World Cancer Day”. Simon Smith, a Cancer survivor himself has taken this initiative in association with Sand Cult – Sand Sculpting Company and Cancer Patients Aid Association (CPAA) to show the importance of this Crucial Cause. His extraordinary masterpiece was completed on February 4, 2012 – The World Cancer Day and will be exhibited until February 12, 2012.
The sand castle was free for everyone to see although donations in any kind were welcome since the sculpture was for a noble cause – to raise charity for cancer patients and support this art form and the artists.
Not only was this sand castle the first of its kind in Mumbai, but also is an epitome of humanity towards Cancer patients.
Simon Smith
I know we cannot see it live now..but I wanted to share the pics atleast..
