The Carrie Diaries + F21 Earrings = Fabulous Things Under 500 Bucks

Last year I reached a point where I didn't feel happy after a shopping trip unless I've spent over 8-10k. I know, it's terrible. I felt terrible. It's not about the money, but the amount of things I had to buy to feel satisfied. The more I bought, the merrier I was. That has to change this year, I thought.

Recently, I bought 2 things that made me feel good, but didn't burn a hole in my pocket. Fabulous things that I would actually use.

The Carrie Diaries by Candace Bushnell - If you're a 'Sex and The City' fan, you have to read this.

I've just read half the book (so if you've finished it, NO SPOILERS, please :) ), and I can't put it down. It's hilarious! Carrie's dad is a hoot. I plan on finishing it tonight.

I thought I'd post the 1st chapter in case you want to read a little before buying.

Lakme Fruit Blast Pear Butter Deep Hydrating Mask Review

Pear Butter Deep Hydrating Mask with Pear & Shea Butter ~ Rescue and rejuvenate rough, flaky skin with pears and pure shea butter. Formulated for deep cleansing and intense hydration, this mask complements any skin care routine. Soft, buttery yet grainy textured pears are rich in vitamin C and K that help revitalize your skin. Shea butter helps moisturise the skin, promoting cell renewal.

2 Must-try Products For Dry Skin

Don't you just hate it when dry skin starts itching like hell? Especially in places your arms can't reach, like the areas somewhere near your shoulder blades. You ask someone to scratch, but they keep missing the spot..."to the right...a little to the left...a little lower...ya there...scratch harder!". 'Arghh!' moment when that someone is a nail biter!

So, we need skincare products that will prevent dry/itchy skin and unladylike behaviour =D. Like these 2 that I am personally loving this winter:

Dove CreamOil Shower Creme Cherry Blossom & Almond Scent ~ LOVE this! A dollop of it on your loofah will turn into a luxurious creamy lather. The cherry blossom & almond scent is not as delish  as I thought it would be, but it's not bad either. And once it lathers up, you won't care how it smells coz it feels so darn good! It looks like a body lotion and it's baby pink in color (1st pic)

Price ~ Rs.350 for 500ml.

Vaseline Lip Care Rosy Glow (Strawberry Frost) & Healthy White (Fresh Vanilla) Swatches

Newest lip care products in my stash- Vaseline Lip Care in Rosy Glow & Healthy White.

Vaseline Lip Care Rosy Glow (Strawberry Frost) is strawberry flavored and glossy like a lip gloss. It gives lips a soft pink tint. It has a mild cooling/menthol feel, hence the 'frost' to it's name, I guess. I thought it was going to plump up my lips too, but no.

Vaseline Lip Care Healthy White Lip (Fresh Vanilla) is a clear jelly-like balm that protects lips from UV & darkening. I like the pink tube. I can hardly smell the vanilla in it, but it is definitely not fragrance-free.

Both claim to give 24 hour+ moisturized lips.

Colorbar Nail Treatment ~ My Nails But Better

If you don't have time to buff your nails, you could do with a product that will give you the same results in 2 minutes. For me, it is Colorbar Nail Treatment. 

Colorbar Nail Treatment can be used alone or as a nail polish base. I have only used it alone. I apply 2 coats and my nails look so much better, as if they are laminated. I really like the consistency of this product because it is neither runny nor thick. It is just right to apply evenly without any streaks. Hmm...I should use it as a base too.

Giveaway! Win a Set of Voi Velour Pants & Hoodie (International) CLOSED

In my previous post where I showed you some chic sets of Velour pants & hoodies, I said that there would be a giveaway. So here's a brand new set in a lovely dark teal color (my camera doesn't pick up green well) for one lucky reader of IVC!

Sizes available: Small (my size), Medium, Large, Extra Large.

Want to win them? All you have to do is 2 or all of the following:


Compulsory:

• Anyone can enter, even those who don't have a blog. But you must to be a follower of this blog on Google Friend Connect (1 entry)
• Like Voi's Facebook fanpage (3 entries)

Extra Entries:

• Blog about this giveaway or put the giveaway pic on your sidebar with a link to this post (2 entries)
• Tweet about this giveaway (2 entries) ~ RT to win @In_VanityCase Velour Set Giveaway

If you do all, your name will appear 8 times in the list.

To enter, please Copy & Paste the following and fill whichever apply in the comment box below:

• Google Friend Connect Name: 
• Facebook profile name:
• Link to your blog post about this giveaway:
• Tweet:
• Email:

(Please make sure you enter only once and in one comment only so there will be no confusion)

* We will be checking everything, so anybody who cheats will be disqualified.

This giveaway is open internationally. All entries must be submitted before 7th February, 2011 at 11:00 PM IST. Winner will be randomly picked by me and will be announced a couple of days after that. The winner will be contacted via email and if I don't hear from her within 48 hours, another winner will be chosen.

*Note: The sets are brand new & will be mailed by the company in the best condition. However, they will not be liable for any loss or damage in transit. 


Thank you for entering & Good luck! :)


THIS GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED.


♥ Cynthia Z ^.^

Bright Rimmel Lipsticks ~ Swatches

Bright lips will definitely be a trend in the spring, so I picked out 3 of the brightest lipsticks I have that aren't red or hot pink. They are by Rimmel- Moisture Renew & Colour Show Off.

Moisture Renew lipsticks have a lustrous moisturizing finish, whereas Colour Show Off lipsticks have a matte/velvet finish and are highly pigmented. I like both finishes. I think Rimmel Lipsticks are worth a try if you are a lipstick gal.

Rimmel Color Show Off Lipsticks ~ Kiss Me, Pink Fame

DHC Deep Cleansing Oil Review

This cleansing oil is DHC's 'superstar' product. Ever since I came to know about cleansing oils, I've wanted to try this one as it'a very popular and gotten rave reviews.

Claims: Try this amazing cleanser and you’ll see why it’s our most popular product worldwide. Dirt, excess oil, makeup—even waterproof mascara—and other pore-cloggers dissolve easily, leaving your face a grime-free zone that is soft to the touch. Its unique water-soluble formula rinses completely, so you’ll never see a greasy residue. Olive oil and vitamin E help ensure you won’t see dryness either.

Ingredients: olea europaea (olive) fruit oil, caprylic/capric triglyceride, sorbeth-30 tetraoleate, pentylene glycol, phenoxyethanol, tocopherol, stearyl glycyrrhetinate, rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary) leaf oil.

Make Up For Ever Moulin Rouge Inspired Look

Since I'm into red lips these days, I thought I'd do an inspired look and it had to be Make Up For Ever's Moulin Rouge Collection promo pic. Hope you like!

Ricci Ricci By Nina Ricci For 'My' Special Day

Today is a special day for me, and I'm celebrating it with Ricci Ricci by Nina Ricci.

It's a special day because it's my day. Literally. 14th January is "Cynthia" Day, named by 'somebody special' for reasons that are personal. No, please don't wish me.. haha! It sounds silly, but it means something to us, plus I get gifts so it's not silly after all! ;)

Mac Chromagraphic Pencil ~ Great Spot Concealer!

The Mac Pret-a-Papier Collection is long gone, but I want to rave about one product that have been treating me real good- Chromagraphic Pencil. 

The Chromagraphic Pencil is a multi-purpose product. It can be used as a concealer, eye liner (a good alternative to white pencil for the waterline.) But it's NOT FOR LIP AREA. I guess outside the lip line is okay, when you want to emphasize your pout.

I use it mainly as a spot concealer. It covers pimple scars, freckles, dark spots pretty well + I can precisely dot it where I want it. It's definitely better than the other jumbo-like Mac concealer pencils

Mac Chromagraphic Pencil NC15/NW20

Let's test it on the freckle (or whatever it is) on my hand.

New Bourjois Healthy Mix Range

Looks like Bourjois has come up with some new products carrying the Healthy Mix tag:

• Healthy Mix Serum - A gel foundation
• Healthy Mix Bonne Mine Loose Powder ~ Matte finish powder made with 96.8% natural formula
• Kabuki Brush ~ With goat hair

 Healthy Mix Loose powder is available in 2 shades: 51 For Fair to Medium Skin & 56 For Dark and Tanned Skin

My Healthy Mix Foundation is almost over, so I guess I better wait for the gel one now.

♥ Cynthia Z ^.^

Make Up For Ever Très Vichy Collection For Spring 2011

Who wants to kiss (on the cheek!) that girl in the promo pic? Isn't the whole pin-up girl meets Barbie look just ADORABLE?!! And OMG...BOWS! *.*  Très Vichy in French means "Very Gingham" and I'm a big fan of gingham prints too! I can't wait for this collection. It's the cutest one since the MAC Hello Kitty Collection in  my books. I hope that it'll definitely be launched in India too.

Make Up For Ever Très Vichy Collection is inspired by Brigitte Bardot, the iconic French actress & model.

Tres Vichy Collection Products:

Star Powder Diamond ~ Crystal White, Sweet Pink, Peach Pink, Pale Green

Très Vichy Palette ~ Crystal Diamond # 301 and Cheek Color # 303. 

Très Vichy Faux Lash ~ Lashes with gingham bows. Oh-so-cute!

I see a Très Vichy-inspired look coming ;)

♥ Cynthia Z ^.^