Another day, another
Real Techniques makeup brush… I can’t help it! It’s like a jar of nutella, once
you have a spoon, you won’t stop. And I’m really glad I didn’t stop, otherwise,
I wouldn’t have discovered this amazing makeup brush.
Skincare Favorites of 2015
2015 was a great year for me in terms of skin care. I discovered products that have kept my skin blemish-free, even during my period ! It doesn't get better than that, does it ?
Here are some of the skincare that really stood out in 2015 :
Iraya Kumkumadi Facial oil - I got a lot of compliments from my
family coz of how amazing my skin was looking after using this. Enough said,
right ? Full review here.
The Body Shop Warming Mineral Face Mask - This clay face mask makes for the perfect winter
indulgence; as you apply it on your face, you’ll notice that it warms up. This
feeling is very comforting, especially in winters. It is able to detox my skin
very well & reduce blemishes, spots and marks to a great extent. Full
review here.
Just Herbs Petalsoft Antitan Rose Face Pack - I had just a sample size of this product that lasted for a
good amount of time for me. I loved using this because of its rose fragrance,
the whole experience was therapeutic. I want to repurchase it for the summer
season, which is the time I enjoyed using this face mask the most. More deets
in this post. I must say that I love how Just Herbs has amped up the packaging now, it doesn't look like the tin in my collage anymore.
2015 MAKEUP FAVORITES !
It may be late because we are already halfway into the
first month of 2016, but I also felt that it is the right time to retrospect
& take a really good look at all the products I used in 2015, before I began
makeup hauling in 2016. I didn't get a chance to try out every new release in
2015, lets face it-I'd be pretty broke if I did that, but here's what I loved
& thoroughly used last year from my stash (in no particular order):
Kryolan Dermacolor Camouflage
Cremes – Love
these. They are multipurpose base products; you can use them as foundation and/or
concealer. Although I use DFD every day for concealing I’ve still not hit pan
on it. I also purchased a green corrector last year (DREDB). Review & demo is here. I
recently went to the Kryolan store & stocked up on these.
Kryolan Translucent Loose
Powder – Another
product I have repurchased, albeit in a different shade. Its really hard to
find a good loose powder in India without breaking the bank, but this powder. Reviewed here.
Review : The New L'Oreal Paris Infallible Lipsticks in Tender Berry (519) and Rambling Rose (212)
Product Claims
(from website):
Infallible Lip
Colour is a luxurious, comfortable and long lasting lip colour. The new range
has with a broad spectrum of 15 gorgeous shades, from subdued neutrals to
lively, vibrant shades. It offers 24 hours of vivid, high definition colour.
Colour bond technology and combination of silicon micro spheres, captures
colour on the lips for upto 10 hours for the ultimate beauty experience.
Vitamin E keeps your lips moist, relaxed and hydrated. The creamy, conditioning
base: Allows even application without flaking or fading.
I can't believe it has taken me this long to review this range of lipsticks I've been loving since months. When the L'Oreal Paris Infallible Lipsticks launched earlier this year, I rolled my eyes at their ridiculous price...and then I grabbed one during the sale... And one more during another sale. So much for being money minded.
Forever 21 Love & Beauty Makeup Sponges : Beauty Blender dupes ? Are They Any Good ?
Forever 21 Love & Beauty came out with makeup sponges last year. They were in lot of interesting shapes, including the famous teardrop shape made so popular by Beauty Blender. I wasn't able to find the teardrop one at my Forever21, but eventually it was stocked. I've used 3 Love & Beauty makeup sponges from Forever 21 and all of them are quite different from each other...and 2 of them are sort of similar to the original Beauty Blender.
Collective Makeup Haul - Highend + Drugstore | MAC, Sephora, MUA, MRL etc.
Hi there !
Last month (November) I bought a lot of makeup so I wanted to do a haul post about
the products I purchased that month. However, there’s one product that
didn’t reach me in time so this post got delayed and also...I got lazy because there were so many pics to be clicked! Nevertheless, I hope the haul
is a treat for your eyes, as it is for mine. This is probably my last makeup
haul for 2015 (a girl can hope !)...uhh wait...I have to try something from the Maybelline Fit Me Range in India...
Drugstore =)
:
-Nykaa Pastel Nail Enamel Mint Meringue &
Hasta La Pista : Rs.150 / $2.2 each
Nykaa's debut nail polishes, I'm happy to support them, will share my thoughts on this range soon. See Mint Meringue in action here. Buy here .
Nykaa's debut nail polishes, I'm happy to support them, will share my thoughts on this range soon. See Mint Meringue in action here. Buy here .
ColorBar Touch and Blush in Tint of Pink // Perfect on the go companion ?
ColorBar Touch & Blush is the cutest
lil thing. Conceptually, its great for beginners and those who don’t wear a lot
of makeup but just need it for special occasions. The Touch & Blush range
has an in-built applicator; a soft sponge through which the blush is dispensed.
Unlike most applicators that come with blushes, this one is actually useful and
integral to the product. You have to pat the sponge on your cheeks to apply the
blush. The best part is that you absolutely do not need a blush brush because
the sponge blends the blush as you pat it on. Superb concept.
My TOP 5 Best and Disappointments from THE BODY SHOP // What you should get from the 25% off 3 + FREE Shipping Sale
The Body Shop website has had FREE SHIPPING since almost 2 months and I resisted purchases simply because I had done a big haul just before their free shipping period launched. However, I couldn't resist anymore when I saw that they still have free shipping and an additional 25% off 3 on some products. So here are my recommendations in case you also couldn't hold back =)
The Best : (I LOVE all of these !)
1. Lip n Cheek Tint in Rose Pink 01 | Rs.850
A long wearing pink cheek stain that
makes you look naturally flushed. Everyone I’ve recommended it to has fallen in
love with it ! A good buy for beginners as well. This shade is glitter free, it
is disappointing that TBS doesn’t have more shades in this variant. Full review & swatches here.
2. Warming Mineral Face Mask | Rs.1195
This
clay face mask makes the perfect winter indulgence, as you apply it on your
face, you’ll notice that it warms up. This feeling is very comforting,
especially in winters. It is able to detox my skin very well. Full review here.
Since it is pricey, this sale is the time you must check it out!
3.
Rainforest Coconut Hair Oil | Rs.695
I
have this hair oil since an year. During some months I have been irregular but
whenever I regularly use it, I’ve noticed that it has boosted my hair growth!
Therefore I have repurchased it as well :) This is also pricey, but you get a
lot of quantity!
L'Oreal Paris Moist Matte Lipstick in LINCOLN ROSE (R516)
Today I will be talking about one pesky lipstick. It comes
in a gorgeous, metallic taupish-bronze tube that’s super shiny &
reflective. The packaging alone can be enough to convince you to buy it in
bulk. BUT there’s a deal breaker (sort of), read ahead to know what it is !
LINCOLN
ROSE ~ It is a gorgeous red with pink undertones, it looks
pink-red sometimes and when I’m out in the sun it looks orangey-red. Very
confusing color I tell you! Obviously this shade is famous because of
Aishwariya wearing it at Cannes last year(talk about a perennial fashion icon!)
When I saw her lipstick, I’d never felt more attracted to a red color, I don’t
gravitate towards reds for lips because I feel they can make me look more mature
then I’d like, but due to Lincoln Rose’s pink undertones, I could tell it’s a
fun red that anyone can carry off with ease. And it didn’t disappoint :)
Makeup Tools in India : Zoeva Luxe Makeup Brushes 227,228,230 Review
I purchased a few
Zoeva eye brushes last year from Luxola, its one of the first purchases I madefrom that site. I haven't purchased anything more from them (except for a Beauty Blender) because the prices are now insane! When it first launched in India, Luxola was so affordable...
Zoeva 227 Luxe Soft Definer Brush
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