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3/13/13

NEW! Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain & #TwiceAsGood Twitter Giveaway!

Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain

Prepare for the perfect kiss from Revlon’s newest lip innovation: Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain. Just Kissable is a pampering balm fused with a lightweight lip stain that gives you softer, smoother lips with a perfect flush of color that lasts hour after hour. What’s more it comes in an adorable chubby crayon form – and no sharpener required!
Get ready to fall in love with Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain’s moisturizing formula in 10 vibrant shades that match any look or mood. The smooth gel formula glides on beautifully with a light peppermint fragrance – and the retractable chubby crayon is the perfect accessory for any occasion.
Kissable lips are a pucker away with Revlon’s Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain!

KEY FEATURES & BENEFITS:
Lightweight Lipstain + Moisturizing balm
Perfect flush of color lasts hour after hour (3 hours)
Retractable chubby crayon, no sharpener required 
Ultra-moisturizing formula glides on for baby soft lips with light peppermint fragrance
Smooth gel formula gives your lips that shiny kissable look & feel
Baby soft lips that feel supple, conditioned, moisturized and look fuller 
100% of women felt lips were moisturized with a soft stain of color

SHADES:  Honey, Crush, Darling, Cherish, Lovesick, Sweetheart, Smitten, Rendezvous, Romantic, and Adore,
          PRICE: Rs.600. 

Weirdest Japanese Beauty Tools

A few days back Some weeks ago (see how long I've had this in my drafts?), Jay Sean posted a photo of a Japanese beauty tool in Facebook:
He wrote: "so apparently this "invention" is supposed to give you a bigger "smile". First of all, she doesn't seem to be smiling in the slightest. Crying would be a more appropriate description of her face. Secondly- i would argue that this "invention" is goin to be misused to come in handy for "other things." "
Okay, you didn't have to say it out loud, dawg! 
This MOUTH claims to fight wrinkles around your eyes and help shape the overall look of your face.
Then typical me googled more Japanese beauty tools, mainly to laugh at them, and I found a few more weird, but interesting, beauty tools.
Please Note: All pics & descriptions are copied from a website ~ www.japantrendshop.com. 

Searching for that youthful look? Forget expensive surgery or dangerous therapies! Japan has the answer and it is as simple as it is, well, unusual. Just pop the colorful Pupeko gently into your mouth, clench your jaw and breath in and out. This will then start training and tightening your cheek and jaw muscles, helping to offset the signs of aging and bringing a fresher, youthful look back again to your cheeks!


Push up that nose of yours to create the perfect profile with this handy Beauty Lift High Nose, a beauty gadget that applies gentle electric vibrations from the bottom, side and front. Just slip it on and turn on the switch on the front of the frame. While the supports hold your nose in place the buzzing will help shape your nose into just that little bit firmer and higher. All you need is three minutes once a day and you (and everyone else) will soon notice the difference!

3/12/13

LOTD : Daddy's Little Girl.....

Q:  How many stepmothers have you had?
A:  Two.
Q:  What were they like? 
A:  First one put the TCH in the B-word. Second/Present one- I really don't care.
Q:  Do you  love  like your daddy?
A:  Next question, please.
Q.  Okay...err.... what are you wearing in this look?
A:  I'm wearing Veronica's products from MAC Archie's Girls Collection. If you haven't seen the previous photos & swatches post, please go here

3/9/13

MAC Archie's Girls Collection Photos & Swatches

 ♪ ♫ Sugar, ah honey honey....

       You are my candy girl.....

      And you've got me wanting you.... ♪ ♫

Even an elderly man who passed by the MAC store couldn't help singing along to the song. Then the girl standing next to me also sang quietly. I....did I sing?....I don't know. I think I was too busy swatching....Okay, I'm lying! I mixed up the lyrics in my head and before I could sing along, the chorus was over. 
Weather is still rainy today, but just a little less gloomy. I'm glad the pics didn't turn out too bad. Enjoy the pics & swatches!

3/8/13

MAC Archie's Girls Collection Haul

MAC Archie's Girls Collection launched in UK stores yesterday, and I was so excited to post photos today, but the weather is rainy & very gloomy, so I decided not to click product pics & swatches. Believe me, they turn out so inaccurate, dull & blurry. So I'll post photos tomorrow...no matter what, but let's hope there'll be some sun!
 What I Hauled: 
  • Veronica's Blush Pearlmatte Face Powder, £21.50 (Rs.1747)
  • Flatter Me Pearlmatte Face Powder, £21.50 (Rs.1747)
  • Prom Princess Powder Blush (Veronica), £19 (Rs.1544)
  • Cream Soda Powder Blush (Betty), £19 (Rs.1544)
  • Daddy's Little Girl Lipstick (Veronica), £15.50 (Rs.1260)
  • Ronnie Red Lipstick (Veronica), £15.50 (Rs.1260)
  • Betty Bright Lipstick (Betty), £15.50 (Rs.1260)

*Prices: Usually around Rs.150 more than MAC prices in India. 

3/7/13

Etude House Dear My Blooming Lips Talk Lipsticks: Photos, Swatches

If you want proof that time go by too quickly: I unboxed these on 31st October last year, and now I'm posting photos! I sternly told myself:
You cannot click anymore photos until you have posted all the ones in your computer first. Put your camera down I say!
First of all, what a long name! 'Dear My Blooming Lips-talk'. It doesn't even make sense! Well, unless it's a short cryptic love note: 

Dear My,
Blooming Lips Talk.
From,
Your Dear. 

Why do I write these things?! On to the lippies.....
Finish ~ Creamy & doesn't sit well on the lips. I'd say only a little bit less creamy than YSL Rouge Volupte Lipsticks, which I'm not a fan of.
The Good ~ Packaging |  Design  |  Inexpensive for how adorable the packaging is  | Has a mild grapefruit (I think) scent  | You get a lipstick & bow ring, coz those bows can be taken out! Although they're too big for my fingers.
The Bad ~ The texture emphasizes lines & locking lips makes it look patchy  |  Lip swatches below were done on chapped lips, and they didn't look good  |  Weak staying power  | Available only online- for most of us.
Too pweety!

3/6/13

NEW! L'Oreal Mythic Oil Hair Care Range

Discover the legendary Oriental secrets of haircare with Mythic Oil by L’Oreal Professionnel
No one knew this better than the people of the Orient, who transformed this knowledge into legendary traditions. These Oriental haircare secrets, which used to be at the heart of cosmetics for the empresses of the ancient world, are now yours thanks to Mythic Oil by L’Oreal Professionnel.
Mythic Oil, launched globally in 2011, took the haircare world by storm and continues to be the star product of L’Oreal Professionnel. And now, it is set to transform into a total haircare platform, with Rich Oil, Mythic Oil Shampoo, Mythic Oil Masque and Purifying Oils coming to the Indian shores.
Turning sublime haircare gestures into enchanting, indulging moments, Mythic Oil promises you the biggest beauty asset a woman can have – strong, beautiful hair.
Mythic Oil products have proven to be suitable for all hair types from fine to thick; so whatever be your hair type, we have just the right answer for you! Born through the confluence of L’Oreal’s hair expertise and partnerships with leading hairstylists, this is a multi-sensorial haircare experience that brings together ancient rituals and modern technology to appeal to your senses as well as your emotions.
Inspired by the early Oriental rituals of blending oils into concoctions known as ‘Oils of life’, each Mythic Oil product reinvents this tradition just for you. The uses and benefits of the products are as follows-
Rich Oil: Rich Oil is a perfect blend of two essential oils – Rice bran oil and Argan oil. While rice bran oil is known for its intensely moisturizing and regenerative properties, argan oil is known for deeply nourishing and disciplining properties. Together they are mixed in a rich, wrapping texture, which provides rebellious tresses with deep nourishment, anti-frizz protection and makes them soft, smooth, shiny and effortlessly detangled. Rich Oil can be used as both a construction and a finishing product.
Shampoo: Mythic Oil Shampoo is an alliance of Argan oil and Cotton seed oil. The wholesome powers of cotton seed oil have been documented even in early Hindu remedy books, while argan oil has been the guarded beauty secret of European women. They come together to deeply cleanse and rejuvenate your hair. Also, the oily texture of the shampoo lends an opulent shine to your tresses and makes them look alive and radiant.
Masque: The Mythic Oil Masque, like the shampoo, is a brew of argan oil and cottonseed oil. It is to be used as a finishing product, after a nourishing wash with the shampoo, for a comprehensive cleansing experience. Its rich, creamy texture gives a new life to your hair, making it glow like never before.
Purifying Oils:
The Purifying Pre-Shampoo concentrate is a powerful alliance of three essential oils – citrus oil, cypress oil and tea tree oil. As part of the Mythic Oil back bar service, the concentrate offers you an intense and refreshing experience. It treats your scalp with a gentle soothing effect and gives your hair a new vigor.
So the next time you want to pamper yourself with a multi-sensorial, pleasure-driven haircare experience, right from salon backwash to home, ask for Mythic Oil by L’Oreal Professionnel!

*Press Note.

♥ Cynthia Z *.*

I Like Max Factor 2000 Calorie Curved Brush Mascara

Do you watch The Carrie Diaries? Well, little Carrie Bradshaw always has these nice long & separated mascara-ed top & bottom lashes. Whenever I wear Max Factor 2000 Calorie Curved Brush Mascara, I'm reminded of her lashes. Not that mine are as long as hers, but the definition & separation look almost the same. I think if she wore this mascara, they'd look as awesome as they do now.
I like this mascara a lot. It's gives volume & curl with minimal clumps (clumping depend on application & timing between coats). The curved brush seem to stretch my lashes making them appear longer, and it is easy to maneuver but make sure to wipe the tip if you don't want a black dot on your nose bridge when doing bottom lashes. It claims to be smudge-proof, and I have not experienced any smudging. Cleaning it with cleansing oil does take as long as a waterproof mascara. 
2 coats on top lashes, 1 coat on bottom lashes. Any clumpiness you see is only because I was impatient while applying  + my camera makes even the most invisible eyeshadow fallout look giant  =)

3/5/13

Want DIY Ombre Hair & Darker Eyelashes/Brows?

I got these yesterday though I've been tempted to get them since last year. This year is about being adventurous!
 
  • L'Oreal Preference Wild Ombres 3, £6 (Rs.500) ~  I got this one instead of  shade 1 or 2 because I don't want any warm/brassy tones on my hair. Comes with a brush for easy application. Seen good results on others, so *fingers crossed*

  • Colorsport 30 Day Mascara Eyelash & Brow Dye Kit,  £6.98 (Rs.580) ~ So scared to test this, but worth a shot if you have nothing lashes like mine. You get tiny bottles of solution, color cream and applicator.
 
Got both from Asda

Will let you know how both of them fare this weekend or early next week!



♥ Cynthia Z *.*

3/4/13

Weekend Arm Candy And Shopping

Shopping ban is over! Hip, Hip, Hooray! You know what, I've had to live without a lot of things and people for months, and going shopping was the one thing that was filling the void. Giving up something like that for over a month was a sensible thing to do.... but never again! Well, at least while I'm away from homeland =)
 
Items hauled on Saturday:
  • H&M Floral Mini Skirt (vintage looking watercolor print) - from the sale rack for only £5 (Rs.413)
  • H&M girly thingies.
  • Primark Cardigan
  • Primark Peplum Top
  • Primark Bag 
  • Rimmel Products 

Watch ~ Fossil Georgia Glitz Rose Gold Watch. I'm wearing this more than the Fossil Jesse Rose Gold, coz it's less blingy & feels lighter  |  Pearl Bracelet ~ Forever New.

3/1/13

Makeup Pairing ~ Barbie Pink

Been meaning to do posts on makeup pairing since last year. Like, what to wear with certain colors of eyeshadow, blush, lipsticks, nail polish. I thought it'd be fun! I do enjoy playing matchmaker....but only with beauty products. I have tried doing it with people and...tch...never again.

First up is Barbie Pink. In simpler words, matchy-matchy (you know I like matchy-matchy) and I'll do a contrasting pairing with pink next time.

Face: Cathy Doll BB Cream. I didn't plan to do base products, but the pink packaging matches the theme so =) . I like this BB Cream a lot. It tightens pores and smells really good.
Eyes: INGLOT Eyeshadow #362 (matte). Swatch here
Cheeks: Sleek Makeup Flamingo Blush.
Lips: Maybelline Superstay Lipstick Infinitely Fuchsia. Swatch here
Nails: Maybelline MNY My Varnish #264. Worn here 

Do you like this pairing idea? Let me know which colors you want me to do next. On my list is Green.
Happy Friday, everyone. Hope you have fun plans for the weekend. I'm trying to decide whether I should break my shopping ban today evening. H&M is calling out to me!
[I'm coming! Wait, no! I mean, yes! Ugh, I don't know.... shut up! No, sorry... wait!]
H&M: "Final call. Are you coming or not? Otherwise that blazer will be gone forever!" 
Me: "Umm.... I..... Wait, I know the answer.......I'm......."

♥ Cynthia Z *.*

NEW! Maybelline Clear Glow BB Stick

What's a BB Stick &  how is it different from Maybelline Clear Glow BB Cream?
 Flawless, radiant skin + 12hr shine control + 8 benefits in just 1 step!
1. Mineral clay formula guarantees 12hr shine control.
2. Contains Salicylic acid to manage combination & oily skin.
3. Provides a soft, matte and radiant finish.
4. Sweat-resistant and sebum - resistant formula leaves skin fresh all day.
5. Hides appearance of pores & imperfection.
6. Contains SPF 21/PA+++ that protects skin from sun damage.
7. Instantly evens skin tone.
8. Provides a power-light feel on skin. 

Price: Rs. 250. 
Available in 2 shades: 
1.Radiance
2. Fawn


♥ Cynthia Z *.*

NEW! Faces Makeup Brushes

FACES Cosmetics launches 10 new professional range of makeup brushes.
The brushes are made from selected natural hair along with the finest synthetic imitation soft hair to give you the desired results. Nurtured by leading technical expertise FACES, offers highest quality cosmetic brushes in an attractive packaging at a very competitive price giving you the best value for your money. The newly launched range encompasses a comprehensive range of brushes for the eyes, lips, cheeks and face owing to the longer service life and customized design.

Faces Foundation Brush, Rs.399

Faces Concealer Brush, Rs.249