NOVEMBER FAB BAG - Power Up

Hey there guys…..

Chuck the intros. Simply putting it.. loved the bag. LOVED it! This month’s bag has a product for makeup, skincare, haircare and fragrance. I mean WHAT! There isn’t one product I’d rather not have. Loved them all!

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So getting on with it...

The Gold festive November FAB BAG

FAB BAG November Products

1)        City Color Cheek Stain in Mauve

OK… So the colour isn’t Mauve. Nope it’s a true coral shade with beautiful shimmers in it. Can be used as a blush cum highlighter. Perfect for those who’re into fuss free makeup. The texture is just Oh-So-Creamy. Blends in bea-uu-tifully. Is sheer and has a Satin finish. Can be built up which I love.  Although this fades pretty soon, it leaves a nice glow on the cheek. Perfect for amateurs in makeup like me! You can’t go overboard with this.

City Color Cheek Stain in Mauve

City Color Cheek Stain in Mauve

I love that it has a small cap under the main one. However the twist mechanism is a bit flimsy. But I’m gonna let that go. J

City Color Cheek Stain in Mauve- Swatch


HOT/NOT:  Thumbs up! Newbies to makeup…go get one.

2)       KAMA Ayurveda Intensive Hair Treatment Bringadi Oil

Another Indian Au Natural Brand which is already a major favorite amongst many. I, however, have never used a product from this line before. But I’ve heard and read some real good reviews about this oil in particular. Apparently one of the best selling product of KAMA Ayurveda.  

This was separately wrapped to avoid leakage. (Attention to details guys. Good work Fab Bag! )

Haven’t tried this out yet. 2 usage out of this 10ml sample bottle I’d say. *Keeping my fingers crossed. Please work on my hairfall issues*

KAMA Ayurveda Intensive Hair Treatment Bringadi Oil

KAMA Ayurveda Intensive Hair Treatment Bringadi Oil

3)       Votre Biocosmetics  Mangifera Hand and Foot Gel Crème

Claims to have an SPF-35 on the Fab Post (magazine), while the actual product says SPF-15. Anyhooo wearing a product with SPF is always better, in my opinion. Especially for those on the move.  It does have a gel like texture and I find the scent quite light and refreshing.  It blends real quick and gets absorbed in a sec!  It’s not oily or greasy at all. Very light, just like a Gel Texture’s supposed to be.

Since my skin gets super dry in winters, this shall not do at all. BUT I think I’m gonna love this during the warm weathers. The packaging is NOT travel friendly or completely leak proof. I always prefer my travel creams in a tube. But nonetheless I shall keep this in my storage bag. (Yes, I have one. I might just write a post about it.)

Votre Biocosmetics  Mangifera Hand and Foot Gel Crème

Votre Biocosmetics  Mangifera Hand and Foot Gel Crème

HOT/NOT: I think I’ll like this one in warm weather. Love the scent.

4)       WELLA Proffessionals ENRICH

It says, a Moisturizing Treatment for dry and damaged hair. I love Wella. I’ve been  using Wella treatments for my hair spas, for over 6 mnths now… and loving it. So this goes in my travel kit. I think it’ll give me 2 … no 3 (if I use It miserly) usage. *I’d say 2 and a half really*

WELLA Proffessionals ENRICH

WELLA Proffessionals ENRICH

5)       Gulnar Mint Lemongrass

I love mint. I love lemongrass. I adore handmade soaps. Period.

Gulnar Mint Lemongrass

6)       All Good Scents Love & Joy

Such a cute 1 ml sample.  A li’l detail on the fragrance first:

Top note: Freesia, Peony, Litchi

Heart Notes: Rose, Lily Of The Valley, Magnolia

Base Notes: White Musk, Amber, Powdery Notes

This  is a straight up sweet smelling scent. I usually don’t like sweet scents. So the first 10 seconds of this was like, “It smells Ok. Not too bad. Nothing to get too excited about. But after it soaks in a bit, it transforms into this floral yet musky scent which I loved! A perfect day scent. Just when I thought it “could” replace my current fave (My jeans- Mango. Review HERE) , after 10 mins or so,  it settled into something so sweet that my teeth hurt.  *if you know what I mean *

  You’ll like this scent if you like real sweet scents. *I have it on my wrist now. Been an hour . It has a very light Ittar kinda scent , aftetr it settles down*

PS:  Every scent is different and unique on every skin. So ALWAYS try a perfume on yourself before buying. 

All Good Scents Love & Joy

HOT/NOT: NOT for me.

So that's all the products this month. Totally worth the money.

*So what'd u receive in your FAB Bag? Which amongst the above products do you like the best?  * 

BBLUNT One Night Stand Temporary Hair Colour - Blue Velvet

Hey there guys... i wanted to talk about the new product out in the market. For those of you who donot dare to colour their hair permanently or are too fickle minded like me, here goes:  

It claims:

Colour on your own terms. A cool new way to colour hair without having to commit permanently. Spray on to add a dramatic splash of colour to your day! Simply shampoo to wash off colour.

Specially created for Indian hair.

Directions:

Shake can well before use. Apply to dry styled hair. Isolate the section you want to colour. Hold can six inches away from the hair and spray evenly on the desired area. Leave to dry. Brush out excess if required. Wear protective gear to prevent colour from staining hands & clothes.

Price:

Rs.300/-

Comes in the colours: Blue Velvet, Bronze, Emerald Green and Copper 

I was very excited to see an indian brand come up with temporary hair colour in a spray can…”specially created for indian hair”. By that I assume for dark hair. Since no colour tends to look prominent on dark hair for obvious reasons. But I shudder at the thought of chemically treating my hair… this was like a granted wish. Again love the concept about ‘One night Stand’ , temporary colour… for females like me whose choices swing as per her moods.

BBlunt Temporary Hair Colour

Like the instruction suggests, I draped a towel to avoid any mess. I sectioned out the strand i wanted and put up the rest of my hair in a bun. 

I was so pleasantly surprised that the colour showed right from the first spray. A nice metallic sheen of blue which I loved! But I had to spray a couple of times for an opaque finish.

I managed to turn both my palms blue. But no worries, it washed away immediately when put under water.  It took say 5-7 mins to completely dry.

The product did not burn my eyes or irritate my skin. The scent is a little pungent but nothing repelling. 

The coloured strand turns a little stiff. But I brushed it slightly with a wide toothed comb, once dry, so it mixes along with the rest of the hair.

I was half expecting the colour to smudge all over my top and hand. But No! it did not transfer!! Maybe a little when rubbed a little harshly. But does not transfer on clothes. Although I’d suggest not to wear whites. Why stretch your luck right?

I had sprayed this say in the evening. The next day morning I woke up with a faded blue streak. Not entirely gone but not too prominent either. And it was almost all gone away by noon. The colour literally washes away in even plain water.

Well can’t complain…’coz it was just a One Night Stand… but I’m surely coming back for more ;)

To buy one yourself you can check out the link.

A Big Thumbs up!

Maybelline Lip Polish Glam 13 – Definite Must Have!!

I knew I had to have atleast one of these the minute I set my eyes on them… online. The month this released was my busiest month ever! Workwise or otherwise. Sadly, I did not have the time to check out the shades first hand. I surfed on the net regarding the product and trusting the swatches I saw, decided on playing it safe. I ordered Glam 13. 

Maybelline lip polish Glam 13

Maybelline lip polish Glam 13

After I received the product I was very skeptical as to how the shade would be. Since it looked pretty darn dark in the tube.  But don’t be fooled… go ahead, open up the silver cap to reveal the most adorable doe foot applicator ever!

It’s leaf shaped, inclined and soft. The broad base with narrow tip (hence leaf like shape) is perfect to apply. The broad base covers the surface of the lip meanwhile the narrow tip makes sure you are not way over the edge. Also the applicator is soft enough and does not irritate the lips.

Maybelline lip polish Glam 13 Swatch

GLAM 13 is a perfect nude on me. The shade is an earthy mix of brown and pink. The pink in this is very muted which I love. One of those shades you can wear every day and with practically everything without giving a second thought.

Maybelline lip polish Glam 13 Swatch

I’m not really a gloss person. But this is quite opaque even though it has a gloss kinda texture…only thicker. One application gives a smooth hydrated glossy finish with a tad bit color. 2^nd Application provides a gorgeous, almost opaque glossy finish. It’s very moisturizing even after the color wears off… which lasted almost 3-4 hrs on me. For a gloss, the weartime is amazing. Even after 4 hours my lips did not feel dry at all. And I have super dry and chapped lips if not taken care of.  However if over applied, ie 3-4 coats, it gets tacky on the lips. But that’s natural given the texture.

The color WILL suit all skin tones.

Maybelline lip polish Glam 13 Swatch ; After 2 hrs, under yellow light

Price: Rs.450/-

Hot/Not: A gorgeous product. A MUST HAVE shade for all.

October’2014 Fab Bag

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Hey you!

My Fab Bag for October reached me on 22^nd of this month. Glad, since this arrived much earlier than I expected. This Diwali Edition Fab Bag is out in 2 colours- Blue and Silver. I think both look equally glam. If I were to decide, I don’t think I could’ve picked one. Oh well, that’s the precise concept about the surprise Fab Bag right?!?

October Fab bag 2014

 I’m loving the Silver Bag on my vanity shelf. Surely brings out the Diwali feel. I think I’m gonna keep it there till New years, ‘coz I love some shimmer around me during winter!!

Coming to the contents…

Clockwise- Nature's Co Hair Mask; Just Herbs 6 step Skin Regime; SeaSoul CC Cream

   1)  SeaSoul Dead sea Minerals & Botanicals SSpro Range HD Finish CC Cream

Quite a mouthful… I got the shade LIGHT with SPF 20. This claims everything that every CC cream in the market claims to do.

Improve Discoloration, Correct Blemishes, Minimize Oil Production, Provide Sheer Coverage, Lighten & Brighten, Hydrate &Moisturize. Paraben Free, Cruelty Free, Eco-Friendly.

However it says ‘Complete Coverage’ but also mentions ‘Provides Sheer Coverage’ on the packaging itself. Confusing or Misleading don’t you think?? Or am I missing something here? I'm curious about the HD Finish claim though.

Needless to say, I’m super excited to try this and see how this fares. Another CC cream ain’t hurting anyone ;)

PS: I’ve used this twice till now and my skin hasn’t broken out (I have super sensitive skin) and the shade LIGHT suits my skin tone….well almost. It settles in a while. The coverage is sheer.

SeaSoul CC Cream

      2) Nature’s Co. Rosemary Hibiscus Hair Mask

Not too sure about this product. None of the Nature’s Co product has ever fared well on me. Plus I’ve been suffering from a lot of hair fall recently. So kinda dicey about this one. But I shall try it nonetheless.

Nature's Co Rosemary Hibiscus Hair Mask

     3) Just Herbs – 6 Step Skin Care Regime

This came with 6 products in a paper box! It’s a skin care routine with neatly mentioned steps-

-         Step 1 (Daily): SilkSplashNeem-Bitter OrangeRehydrant Face Wash (All skin types) [35 g]

-         Step 2 (Twice a week): Apricot Sparkle Invigorating  Skin Radiance Scrub (Normal to dry Skin) [35 g]

-         Step 3 (Daily): Nourishing Massage Cream (Normal to Dry skin) [15 g]

-         Step 4 (Twice a week): Fairever Protein Fairness Pack Mulethi, Milk and Honey (All Skin types) [20 g]

-         Step 5 (Daily): Sun’nil Jojoba-Grapeseed  Sun Protection Lotion (Normal to Dry Skin) [35 g]

-         Step 6 (Every Night): Af’fair Fumittory-Liquorice Skin Lightening cream (Normal to Dry Skin) [15 g]

It’s great to support Indian brands especially Herbal, with No Parabens, No Mineral Oil. Ofcourse excited to try this.

Just Herbs 6 Step Skin Regime

All in all,  an amazing bag this month! Looking forward to using the 2 products or should I say 7!! (Just Herbs and SeaSoul CC cream).

Crossing my fingers about the Hair Mask. Well, you never know, this just might work out for me!  We shall see.

HOT/NOT: Toasty!! :D

Ohh btw did you catch Happy New year?!? I’m so in Love with SRK but my intuition says it’sgonna be a major flop L Why SRK WHY?!?!?!         

* Did you receive your FABBAG? Or have you tried any of the above products??*

Lotus Herbals Color Dew Nail Enamel - Fuschia Drop

Hello you!

Last few months I kinda developed an aversion towards pink nail polish. Not pink mind you…but pink nails. Yesterday while cleaning up my stash, I came across this. It’s been, I think, almost 1 and a half years that I bought this paint. (During a phase when all I could wear was pink and the color Fuschia was all over the place…remember?? ) 

Product: Lotus Herbals Color Dew Nail Enamel - Fuschia Drop

Price: Rs.110/- (8ml)

Claim:  Natural and Safe;  Acetone, DBP and Toluene free;  Fast drying; Flat and sturdy brush

I was very surprised that the polish hadn’t dried off first thing. Not even mucky. You know how polishes turn a bit thick and gooey after a while. Not this one. The formulation may have turned a tad bit thicker in so many months. But I’ll admit I’m not too sure since this is the only Lotus Herbals polish I own. I wonder why though, there are quite a few shades I loved…peach perfect, a nude one….ooh the lavender one!!

Lotus Herbals Color Dew Nail Enamel - Fuschia Drop

So I finally felt like going for a bright pink and yes, it managed to woo me all over again. I love how long the applicator is! It just makes everything so much easier. It glides on beautifully. No streaks or bumps.

The first layer itself is opaque enough. A second coat however is required for a flawless finish.

The first coat dries in 5 mins which is considerably ok. However the second coat or a thicker coat takes quite a while to dry off completely. 

I, ofcourse, managed to overdo a layer or two and get a few bubbles ... but that’s typical me and I completely take the blame for my miserable application skills.

 I haven’t applied any base coat or top coat. See how the polish is so glossy on its own? LOVE.

Fuschia Drop - 2nd day; without base and top coat

 BUT it started chipping a bit on the tips... the next day itself :(  So that is ofcourse a major CON. But a good top coat over it should manage that issue to a certain extent.

HIT/MISS: HIT!! I need to buy that peach one and the lavender one!

 * What are your budget friendly Nail Paint faves that you think I must buy?? *

The Body Shop Haul

This is the first time I went all out and treated myself to a TBS Haul.  I have used the Vitamin E Day cream before. In spite of the raves, it did not impress me too much. I found it was too oily for me during daytime. I used it up during winters as a night cream. I have combinational skin type (face)…most of the time. During winters it is quite dry. To make things worse, I have super sensitive skin. I get rashes due to anything and everything. I want my day time moisturizer to be gentle with minimum chemicals and do it’s work i.e. moisturize  without making me an oily mess.  (Not really an ‘au natural product’ person; anything that does not irritate my skin shall do. )

I searched online and came across some good reviews about the The Body Shop’s ‘Aloe’ range. It sounded interesting and I was in a mood to splurge!  ;)

 

These are what I bought:

1)        Aloe Soothing Day Cream for Sensitive skin   (50ml ; MRP: Rs.995/- ; After Discount: Rs.746/- ; 25%OFF)

2)       Aloe Calming Toner for Sensitive Skin  ( 200ml ; MRP: Rs.795/- ; After Discount: Rs.596/- ; 25%OFF)

3)       Vitamin E Eye Cream  (15ml ; MRP: Rs.995/- After Discount: Rs.746/- ; 25%OFF)

       4)      Vanilla Bliss Lip Balm [Holiday Edition]   (6gm ; MRP: Rs.400/- After Discount: Rs.200/- ; 50%OFF)

       5)    Blueberry Body Butter [Special Edition]   (200ml ; MRP: Rs.1195/- ; After Discount: Rs.598/- ; 50%OFF)

      6)      Rainforest Balance Conditioner (250ml ; MRP: Rs.795/- ; After Discount: Rs.398/- ; 50%OFF) 

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 I wanted to get the combo Facewash-toner-cream all from the Aloe range. But didn’t find any amiable reviews on the face wash so skipped that.



The Body Shop - Aloe Soothing Day Cream



The Body Shop - Aloe Soothing Day Cream

 

The Body Shop - Aloe Soothing Day Cream

 

It’s been almost a month since I’ve been using the toner, day cream and the eye cream religiously. So far so good. My skin is noticeably behaving better. Won’t claim using this has stopped the acne or my rashes but it’s MUCH better. I can see the difference in my skin. More healthy. More moisturized.

 

After I’ve cleansed my face with my face wash, after drying I then  apply the Aloe Calming Toner with a cotton pad. It takes some time to judge the amount to be applied. Too much makes the face a bit oily. 3-4 drops work good for me (It’ll last forever!!). I let it dry a while…like for a min. Then apply the Aloe Soothing Day Cream. Again little goes a long way. It feels oily right after applying, but after a min or so it soaks in giving a healthy look.

The Body Shop Haul

 

 

 

During Day time I usually wait a min to let the cream soak in, then apply my BB cream.

During nights, I use the Aloe day cream (maybe a few dots more) and then the Vitamin E eye cream. Dot the eye cream around my eye sockets and massage it gently with my finger.

The Body Shop - Vitamin E Eye Cream

 

 

Frankly haven’t figured out whether the eye cream is working wonders or not. I have always had terrible under eye dark circles and eye bags.  But a month back I discovered a few fine lines along my eyes, which freaked me out. So I splurged at this best selling eye cream.

The Body Shop - Vitamin E Eye Cream

 

 

My dark circles are better. But that could be because my sleeping hours have become more regular and more importantly routine. I’ll probably write an updated post on the eye cream after better usage. 
 


The Body Shop - Vanilla Bliss Lip Balm

 

I bought the Vanilla Bliss Lip balm completely on a whim. And ‘thank the whims’ that I did!


The Body Shop - Vanilla Bliss Lip Balm

 

While checking this out in the shop, I swatched it on my wrist to check the scent (The sample had lipstick marks on it from previous use I presume. Ladies pls try the samples on something less private… coz it’s just gross for the next person!!). I quite liked it and the packaging was too adorable plus it was on flat 50% discount . So ofcourse I grabbed it! Half an hour later, while sipping on my hot chocolate, I suddenly realized the shimmers on my wrist and a slight vanilla scent still lingering. Ohh the joy!! My lip balm smells of vanilla and has shimmers in it!!

With Flash

The initial scent is a little artificial toffee-ish but it settles in well. It’s quite moisturizing without being sticky and it keeps my lips moisturized a good 3-4 hrs. Even after that it does not leave my lips dry.
Coming to the shimmers, no it’s not very noticeable or chunky on the lips. It’s just transparent balm with fine shimmers which slightly reflects light a tad bit making the lips look shiny and healthy and Oh-so-Pretty!    



The Body Shop -Vanilla Bliss Lip Balm

 

 

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Me saving the Blueberry Body Butter for Winter. Smells AH-MAH-ZING. Very fruity, true blueberry scent. Am just a 'sane' breath away from licking it!!
Need to buy the Rainforest Balance Shampoo first, to go with the conditioner. Shall post on these later once used.

*Did you go crazy on The Body Shop Sale too? What are your favs?*