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Fenty Beauty by Rihanna ~ Haul

2018-06-18T15:02:00.003+05:30

As you all know, Rihanna launched her most-awaited beauty brand last year. FENTY, as in Robyn Rihanna Fenty. If you didn't know that, it's alright, I didn't know it either.

In Rachel Green's words, I thought she was just Rihanna.... you know, like Moses.

To be honest, the products didn't really appeal to me when I first saw them. Maybe I had just grown up a bit more, and wasn't going crazy over every new launch & getting sucked into every new hype, you know. But when I saw them at Sephora (Bangkok), I felt kind of obligated to get something, mainly because I love her music so much..... I felt I had to pick up at least 1 product. Well, one thing led to another... and this is what I ended up with!

Pro Filt'r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation, Shade 190 Neutral

The foundation shades are categorized into Cool, Neutral & Warm. I spent a long time at the Sephora trying to choose between shade 190 Neutral & 140 Warm. After having a proper look at the shade recommendations on their website, now I'm convinced I picked the right shade. 190 really is exactly like my skin

For reference, I'll list the other foundation shades I wear:

MAC Face & Body Foundation - C2

Maybelline Fit Me Foundation - 128 Warm Nude, Beige Chaud

Kat Von D Lock-It Foundation - 52 Medium (Which isn't perfect, a bit too light & cool-toned.)

*First Impression: More like 5-6th impression, really. Okay, umm.... I'm not blown away by it, in all honesty. Usually, it takes me only 1 day or the first 5 minutes to like or dislike a foundation, but with this I'm in limbo.

1). I swear, I don't see much of a difference before & after application. When I put on MAC Face & Body Foundation, I'm like "Okay, we are looking more healthy & awake....", but with this I'm like, "It's like nothing. Should I put on more so I can see the magic everybody's taking about???" One time, I actually layered the MAC one over this.

2). Maybe the shade is too similar to my skin tone & blends in too much. Then why even put it on a foundation, right?

3). It is really soft matte though, and it feels like second skin.

4). I find a damp sponge incompatible with this kind of finish. I prefer using a flat top kabuki brush or my fingers.

I'll layer Bamboo Match Stix over it, and hopefully I'll get the finish I'd be happy with. Let's see.

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Match Stix Matte Skinstick

Conceal, Correct & Contour. Longwear, light-as-air layering.

I got 2 shades:

Bamboo (Neutral) ~ Got this for concealing & to wear as a base.

Mocha (Cool) ~ Got this for contouring. I wouldn't say it's the perfect shade for my skin tone. I still prefer Benefit Hoola Bronzer.

(Not gonna lie, I got 2 because of the magnetic physical attraction. Otherwise, I'd have just gotten Bamboo.)

*First Impression: I have used these about twice, they blend really well even over already made-up/powdered face - meaning: I used the testers on my face when I was buying as well. True, light-as-air-layering.

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Stunna Lip Paint in Uncensored

One-stroke intensity, 12HR Matte wear. Unrivaled Precision Wand.

*First Impression: It's very comfortable & it really is a red that would suit most people. I find it a bit more runny than some other liquid lipsticks, which is great when you need a bit more time to apply it right before it completely dries up. Will wear it in a LOTD sometime.

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Face & Body Kabuki Brush

This was the only thing that caught my eye when the brand launched! It just looked so cute & stubby, somewhat like a little pet piglet. It's angled and can be used to apply liquid & powder products. I've used it with both, and I love it.

Fenty Beauty Swatches

Swatches: Stunna Uncensored, 190 Neutral, Bamboo, Mocha

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Cute Decor Pieces ~ HOME

2018-06-16T17:05:00.000+05:30

The Wishing Chair Pink Car Vase, Rs.350 ~ Available on their website HERE

(Wild Flowers Bouquet bought separately. Available HERE)

Forever 21 Smiling Cat Soap Dish, Rs.399 ~ Available on their website HERE

The Wishing Chair 2 Tier Jewelry Stand, Rs.600 ~ HERE but Out Of Stock

Forever 21 Faux Fur Heart Pillow, Rs.899 ~ Available HERE

This one's just a prop, but if you're interested....

Daiso Japan Princess Rose Stand Mirror ~ Got it from Bangkok 2 years ago. Found it on a website HERE

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Happy Saturday! :)

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My May Favorites......

2018-06-14T23:54:00.003+05:30

As I'm posting this, I'm more excited about FIFA than about this blog post.

I'm about 2 weeks late with it, and it's getting stale, but I shall hit PUBLISH.

Because MAY was an important month. Very important.

I was in Bangkok for my 37th birthday, and as always, my shopping behavior was maniacal. I think some of the shopkeepers in Platinum Fashion Mall remember my face now. My desi bargaining skills were on point, but often useless in that mall btw - because they are so stubborn!

Before it gets any staler, here are My May Favorites.....

1. Makeup Revolution Flawless 4 Palette (Rs.1750) ~ I think I'm gonna be using this all year. It's got everything I need & the quality of the eyeshadows is great. I love it so much!

2. Mistine Maxi Black Eyeliner ~ I've used this once before and I was so sad when I used it up. Thai brand, Mistine's, Best Seller, and no other pen liner compares to it.

3. Miss Claire French Manicure (Rs.50 each) ~ How cute are these?! 50 rupees for one! I'm a bit off nail polish lately, but my nails look too unhealthy to not have any nail polish....so French mani is like a middle ground.

4. Ma Vie Pour Femme by Hugo Boss Perfume ~ I think this is the most butch perfume I own. It reminds me of a body spray I use to have in my teenage years. The bottle is tiny & travel-friendly, and it's a fresh everyday jeans-tshirt kind of fragrance.

5. Pond's Magic BB Powder (Rs.40-60, I think) ~ This powder. THIS POWDER! I never thought something sold at a 7-Eleven would be this good. It also smells so lovely. It might say pink in the bottle, but it's actually a skin-colored powder that would suit most skin tones.

6. L'Oreal Infallible Total Cover Beauty Blender (Rs.799) ~ When I first squeezed this sponge, it felt like just another incompetent Beauty Blender copy. BUT when I used it, I was pleasantly surprised at how well it blended my foundation, and that it didn't soak up any product. It sets foundation & concealer on your skin really well. Btw, I also got the Concealer Blender with the long handle, and though it's alright, I found it unnecessary.

7. Wet n Wild Highlighter Brush ~ Sometimes, I apply highlighter just so I can used this brush. It's quite multi-purpose, as I use it for powder under the eyes & to blend my eyeshadows too. More pics of Wet n Wild brushes HERE.

8. Ginger by Lifestyle Handbag (Rs.1699) ~ I stumbled upon this beaut on Myntra back in April, and I just fell in love. But I didn't buy it - until I saw there's only 1 left & I was shook! It's a shoulder handbag + backpack + it's for just Rs.1699! This bag is SOLD OUT on Myntra, but I see it is available on Lifestyle website HERE (also available in black color, which is also pretty.)

9. Nude Shoes (Rs.2500) ~ My eyes always go straight to the nudes these days These are from a shoe store in Sarojini Nagar Market (forgot the name)

10. Tassel Earrings (Rs.250 approx) ~ They are hard to store, but I want them in every color! These are for Rs.250 or so.

A lot of you on Instagram were very interested in my luggage set. I got it from Bangkok. I had to pick between this & a pink set - you can imagine how hard that was! Pic below. My advice if you're getting a luggage like this is, make sure it's 360 degree & has 4 wheels. Mine has only 2 wheels & it's quite difficult to drag it around. (Priced at 1000 Baht. I bargained and got mine for 700 Baht = 1400 rupees.)

As for my outfit here:

Tutu Skirt: Platinum Fashion Mall, Bangkok. I also got an embellished pink one. If I remember correctly, they were for around 400 Baht = 800 rupees.

Caged Cami Crop Top ~ Forever 21. Check them out HERE & similar styles HERE & HERE

Sunglasses ~ OPIUM.

Earrings ~ Sarojini Nagar Market. Along with tassel earrings, I'm also obsessed with these kind of heavy & very painful circular ethnic earrings with balls, I'm not sure what they're called.

I think that's it.

Favorite Movies ~ The Dictator (Hilarious!), Blackmail (Bollywood), Veere Di Wedding (this month).

Favorite TV Show ~ The Affair, Season 3.

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Bye bye! More posts coming up.

I'll be posting some pics & swatches of my Fenty Beauty (by Rihanna) haul next.

And right after that, I'll finish my Korean Skincare post. I AM SORRY for the delay, but I have much more to say about it now than when I first started writing it - in January!

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Wet n Wild Pro Brush Line is GORGEOUS!

2018-05-07T19:04:00.001+05:30

So, I dropped by a Nykaa On Trend store one day, just timepass-ing because I was waiting for my chai order at Chaayos, and saw some of these Wet n Wild brushes. I thought:

They are so gorgeous!

Rose gold, but more pastel pink.

I must have them!!!

Uff, such dirty/scratched outer packaging!

Ooh, but look at them, all shiny inside!

Okay, maybe just buy them. You'll throw away the boxes anyway.

No, search online. Tip-top, clean/brand new packaging & maybe discounts too.

Get out of the store now.

Maybe just the Highlighti.....

NO!

Don't look directly at that SA near the door.

Look at your phone, and pretend you have to rush somewhere.

I mean, why? Why can't I just browse a store for 15 mins & not buy anything???

"Yes, hello.....?", I spoke into my phone that didn't even ring & walked out of the store.

There are 10 brushes in the Wet n Wild Pro Brush Line, and I only picked 3 for now to try out the quality.... and to stare at them as much as I want.

These brushes are cruelty-free & vegan. The bristles are synthetic, and so very soft!

Precision Setting Brush P65 ~ This brush is so interesting to me, coz you rarely see a small powder brush. It would be ideal for under the eyes & corner of the nose, and also for contour powders.

Price:Rs.899

Tapered Highlighting Brush P75 ~ I just love the shape & size of this one. It's different than all the fluffy tapered brushes I've seen before.

Price: Rs.599

Tapered Blending Brush P15 ~ It's like the MAC 217 & Sigma E25, but it's a tad smaller.

Price: Rs.599

Availability: I got them Myntra - all at 25% OFF a few days ago.

Sadly, they're back to full price now, otherwise I'd go and..... no no....No more.

But they're calling out to me!

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Before I Turn 37......

2018-05-04T00:08:00.004+05:30

Hey you all! Hope you're doing good. Me, I'm doing great, but I just can't deal with the fact that it's already my birthday month again! How does time move so fast??! I haven't even finished writing my birthday wishlist from last year!

How do I feel about turning 37 in 2.5 weeks? Almost the same as when I turned 36, to be honest. I feel like it's like a filler age of the late 30's. Like I'm in the middle of a see-saw, and I'm.....umm, I can't complete that analogy articulately. That's how dull & irrelevant it feels like.

So....as you can see, I'm still in the gingham phase, and although I bought 2 other gingham clothing items, I promise this is the last one I'll be posting here. I shall control myself & my 60's fixation.

But right now, please at least appreciate the matching earrings & shorts.

Falling into 37 like.....

(Ohhh! That's me in the middle of that see-saw.)

Top/Shorts/Earrings: Forever 21

Sunglasses: H&M (old)

Lipstick: Deborah Milano Fluid Velvet Mat Lipstick 10 Loud Coral. Shown here.

♥

Blog again soon!

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Maybelline Gigi Hadid Collection Haul

2018-03-23T14:45:00.001+05:30

I got these last month.

I wanted to post pics of this entire collection, including the palettes, but the New U store I went to had just these that I picked up. Looking at the the lack of color in these pics now

Let's see if I can find the rest at Lifestyle.

Mcall Lipstick: It's a very nude shade, almost like MAC's Myth on my lips. I also wanted to pick Taura, a deeper nude shade, so I can mix the 2 up, but it was sold out. The other shade available that day was Austyn (red), and I'm a bit off red lipsticks these days.

Gel Eyeliner Pencil: It's softer than the Colossal Pencil

Price: Rs.350

Maybelline Gigi Hadid Fibre Mascara: Apply 1 coat of black, then 1 coat of fibre, the black again. Repeat if required. It's amazing! I love it. The brush is the kind that doesn't smudge on the eyelids.

Price: Rs.699

Swatches: Gel Eyeline (Top), Mccall Lipstick (Bottom)

I LOVE the Fibre Mascara & Gel EyeLiner. I'm glad I got my hands on them, at least.

I will surely get another tube of the mascara.

Happy Friday & speak again soon! =)

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Veet Sensitive Touch Electric Trimmer Review

2018-02-27T00:09:00.001+05:30

You know what's the equivalent of a Fidget Spinner in my world? (Basically, what I find relaxing & calming.)

I like to sit down on my couch, inspect my hair ends, and cut the split ends with mini eyebrow scissors. The scissors would always hurt & leave red marks on my fingers during & after. Now, instead of painful scissors, I use the NEW Veet Sensitive Touch Electric Trimmer. Because it's electronic, it feels like I'm sawing my split ends. Very satisfying!

But that's not what it's meant for, really.

What it is: An Electric Trimmer specially tailored to gently trim and precisely shape your delicate body parts, such as face, bikini and underarms.

It is also Waterproof & can be used in the shower.

*This is a NEW version, another one was launched some time back.

Accessories included:

- 2-sided Precision Adjustable Head: 16 mm & 6 mm for optimal eyebrow shaping.

- Comb Attachment: To uniform hair to 2 different lengths - 2 mm & 4 mm.

- Horizontal Trimming Head: 20 mm. You can use this to fully trim your bikini area & underarms.

- 2 Comb Attachments: 2 mm & 4 mm, for trimming bikini.

- Cleaning Brush: To dust off hair that gets stuck in the trimmers.

- Beauty Pouch: To compactly store everything especially while travelling.

- AA battery.

For Face: I have not used this on my face, except my eyebrows. I really like that they added a smaller trimmer on the other side, this is important for utmost precision, especially around eyebrows. The head is adjustable, so you can tilt it both ways. The comb attachment is also the right size for trimming brows to a perfect length. I think it would come in real handy for people with more facial hair, more so during emergencies.

For Underarms: I like to get everything waxed, but if I had to pick between using this & a razor, I'd always pick this. Simply because unlike with a razor, I can easily just target the hair & not have to touch my skin much with this. It's similar to tweezing, except you're only trimming from the root.

For Bikini: Trimming is necessary even if you usually go for a full Brazilian Wax, simply because it hurts less when hair is of a certain uniform length. I have the Braun Female Groomer, which somehow always aggressively tugs painfully. But this does no such thing, it's gentle & it's the ideal size. I judged the quality of this trimmer based on that alone.

Before using it: It's better you put on some talcum powder on your skin before you use this, it works better. On my legs, I also tried with body oil, but I found that powder is better, because hair doesn't cling on your skin, making it easier to trim from the root.

Overall, I can't find any fault with this product. I think it caters to every hair grooming need. After trying out every feature, I would definitely miss it if I no longer have it.

And yes, not to forget the split ends sawing bit. I'm also looking forward to cutting my own hair with this. I've thought of ways to cut my bangs & create volume at the crown using this. Let's see.

Price: MRP Rs.2499.

Available on Amazon for Rs.1799 right now.

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*Disclosure: This is a PR sample & sponsored post. All opinions on the product are my own, as always.

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Puppies On Makeup!

2018-02-01T21:42:00.000+05:30

I thought I was (kinda) over this cutesy makeup packaging phase, but I'M NOT!

Not when they go and put puppies on them!

Etude House just brought out their first LE Collection of this Year Of The Dog.....

LUCKY PUPPY

Lipstick Cases

Look at those paws!

Cushion Cases

I want all the lipsticks and the cushion case with the white puppy....no, actually

all the cushion cases too!

But the lipstick cases are SOLD OUT on their website.

I'll have to browse on Ebay.

WANT.

BADLY.

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Best Things I Bought Lately

2018-01-31T21:09:00.003+05:30

By "best", I just mean money well spent. Because they're pretty.... and girly....

and they simply bring a sort of..... custom-made joy to my life =D

H&M Vintage Pink Faux Fur Jacket: From the kids' section, for 8-10 yrs old! ;p

One size up would've been more my size, but that was no longer available.

I was shopping with my Mom at H&M, basically I needed some jumpers for Zii. We went our separate ways at the store. I spotted these pink faux fur coats that don't look like they're for kids in one corner. My Mom found me while I was trying them on in front of a mirror at the back of the store, and she was like, "All this time I thought you were shopping for your child, but here you are. You are not only a shopaholic, you are a holic.". I tried one similar coat from the Women's section, in a Size 6, just to compare, but it didn't sit as well as this one on my petite frame + the sleeves were too long. Now I know where to go for coats from now on...hehe!

(You can have a better look at it here)

La Senza Bralette ~ I have a thing for bralettes, if you haven't noticed it yet, and I was psyched to find a pink lacy one. Most of the lacy ones I see are always black. I find bralettes without any straps and hooks more comfortable to wear under body-hugging sweaters and winter clothes (Actually, I hate bra straps altogether!) This comes with matching knickers.

Herbal Essences Ignite My Colour Dry Shampoo ~ It doesn't leave any white powdery residue & it smells like roses + adds some volume. I found this at a chemist shop for Rs.760.

It's Skin Caviar Double Effect Serum ~ Product of the week! I was hooked from the first time I used it. Price: Rs.2300

The Life Changing Magic Of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo: I spoke about this book in this post, and I finally got it. I've yet to finish reading the whole book, and I want to do a proper review to let you guys know if it really is life-changing. But I learnt one very useful tip: To fold your clothes vertically, so everything is laid out for you, and you don't have to dig for anything. Wait, I will come back and talk more about this in another post.

ZARA Sock-Style Over The Knee Boots ~ It's hard to find OTK boots in India, and next to impossible if your feet are tiny. When I saw some on Zara website, I ordered 2 pairs. Both Size UK 2. I posted a short video of me unboxing this pair (etc) on Instagram. In case you're not on social media, I'll attach it here.....

A post shared by Cynthia Zacharica (@czloves) on Jan 1, 2018 at 11:55pm PST

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Hope you're all having a good week!

Speak again soon :* :*

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My TOP 17 Beauty Products 2017

2018-01-22T23:12:00.002+05:30

HAPPY NEW YEAR, Everyone! =)

It took me a while to get into blogging mode, and after having trouble trying to decide which was gonna be my 1st post of the year, I'm going with the kind I personally like to have a look at on other blogs.....

Here are my TOP 17 Beauty Products of 2017. Stuff that I'll still be using this year.....

~ Makeup ~

1. MAC Face and Body Foundation: Pure Love for it! If you have never found a lightweight sheer coverage foundation that somehow blurs out your spots and makes your skin look more healthy, this is it. My shade is C2.

(Price: Rs.2500)

2. Smashbox Photofinish Primer Water: You know a primer is good when your makeup is recyclable the next day *insert see-no-evil monkey emoji here*. It was the holidays & freezing cold! I didn't want to love this, because it's expensive, but when my base looks more flawless with it....

(Price: Rs.2900)

3. L'Oreal Infallible Silkissime Eye Liner: The only black kohl I used all year. It's very black & super soft & long-lasting.

(Price: 575)

4. L'Oreal Le Matte Lip Pen 102 She's So Matte: This was my most favorite lipstick in 2017. It's very comfortable & just that kind of wearable pinky-nude. For more photos, please go here.

(Price: 750)

5. Deborah Milano Fluid Velvet Mat Lipstick 01 Antique Rose: My most used liquid lipstick last year, more often as a base under She's So Matte up there.

(Price: Rs.850)

6. Maybelline The Falsies Waterproof Mascara: I bought 3 of these in 2017 alone, and I can say it's the best Maybelline Mascara for thin lashes.

(Price: 550)

~ Skincare ~

7. Laneige Water Sleeping Mask: Laneige's bread & butter, and rightly so. You apply this before sleeping, and the next day you'll look like you had a facial in your dream. Dry skinned peeps are gonna love this to bits. It's pricey, but small samples of it are sold on Ebay.

(Price: I bought it from Indonesia for around Rs.3000)

8. It's Skin Mango White Peeling Gel: It's a gel that works like a scrub to slough off dead skin. My skin texture looks & feels brand new after I use it - once a week. It's a game-changer for me, especially before I start using a new toner or serum (etc) product.

(Price: Rs.990? Not sure, will update)

9. L'Oreal Extraordinary Boosting Oil: I've been using this to prep my lips before lipstick mostly & it works like a charm. It worked like magic on the faces of those I recommended it to as well. I've not used a lot of facial oils, but this doesn't make me want to look for another.

(Price: Rs.1100)

10. The Face Shop Protect Me Hand Cream Avocado: Adorable packaging, good hand cream - it's a win win. I'm so sad it's empty now :(

(Price: ???)

~ Hair ~

11. Patanjali Kesh Kanti Aloe Vera Hair Cleanser (Shampoo): If you're struggling with hair fall, try an Aloe Vera Shampoo. I love this - it smells good, and the area where I was losing the most hair has noticeably improved.

(Price: Rs.85)

~ Tools ~

12. The Body Shop Luxury Flannel Facial Washcloth: Bought is impulsively on sale, and it became real handy after I got eyelash extensions. It's especially useful when you don't want to splash water on your face. It hardens like a rock when dry, softens when wet. It's like a latex sponge in cloth form. I like it even more because it doesn't stain, you can wash all makeup & kohl stains of it.

(Price: Rs.forgot)

13. Forever 21 Cloud Graphic Cotton Swabs: There are 500 pieces in there! I go through like 10 cotton swabs a day, and if you're curious, I use them to scoop out foundation too. I was so tired of always running out of the Johnson's ones. Still available at F21 HERE

(Price: Rs.249)

14. Innisfree Cover Stamping Puff: It's a makeup sponge, that you can use either wet or dry.

I spray some Smashbox Primer Water on it, and it's like I'm using a Beauty Blender. For the price, it's a gem.

(Price: Rs.350)

15. Clean & Clear Oil Control Film: Oil blotting sheets. The best I've ever tried till date.

I don't know why these aren't available in India yet! I stock up on them when I go to Bangkok.

(Price: Rs. ???)

Perfume:

16. Victoria's Secret Bombshell Rollerball Perfume: This is the first perfume I've ever really loved for the scent alone (coz I've always cared about the bottle more), and the one perfume that gets me the most compliments (esp in elevators). I'm gonna travel somewhere this year just so I can get my hands on the full bottle - I mean duty-free. You can check out my (old) Perfume Collection here.

(Price: I got it on sale for around Rs.2000)

~ Nail Polish ~

(Not in pictures, as I've misplaced it)

17. Colorbar Glitter Nail Polish: This deserves to be here, coz I wear this on top of every nail polish and on it's own. Worn here & here

(Price: Rs.325)

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If you're wondering why there are no Eyeshadows or blush in this list, it's because I've been using mostly the same ones! 2017 was the year I invested on skin & hair care more.

Thank You for visiting & have a wonderful 2018! :*

Which beauty product did you love most in 2017?

P.S. For all those waiting, my 2-year Korean Skincare Regime post is coming shortly.

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NEW! Lakmé Eyeconic Liner Pens

2017-12-13T10:38:00.002+05:30

Press Note:

Introducing Lakmé‘s ultimate solution to getting the bright, bold and beautiful eye look, the Eyeconic Liner Pens in two variants of block and fine tip. While, the fine tip variant is perfect to give you that precise and sharp line which lasts throughout the day, the block- tip will help you sparkle-up with a bold, graphic look when stepping out in the evening. The easy to use stamp format of the block pen is all that you need to get the perfect wing in just seconds. So, this is perfect for women who are always on the go and live by the motto - Long day, don’t care!
The two Liner Pens promise to deliver 2X deep black, intense color that your eyes long for and last for a whopping 14 hours. Sounds unreal, right? And not just this, the water-resistant formula is a great fit for all seasons with strokes that liven up your eyes instantly!

Price: Rs.475 each.

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Jeans-Sweater Outfit

2017-11-28T18:58:00.002+05:30

Sweater: Forever 21

Jeans: Cover Story. My favorite pair. The buttons are a lil' rose gold.

Shoes: Charles & Keith.

Earrings: Forever 21. Shown here

Have a great week, Everyone!

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Makeup Of The Day | Selfie

2017-11-24T16:22:00.001+05:30

"How to click a selfie when you have double chin & crazy eyes."

Just kidding! ;p

I don't always do my makeup full monty anymore, but after seeing so many bridal pics that are flooding social media this time of year, I was inspired to do a plummy fall-appropriate look.

I especially like how well the base photographed. It's the 1st time I mixed these 2 foundations.

Face:

Smashbox Photofinish Primer Water. Shown here.

MAC Face & Body Foundation in C2 (just a thin layer)

Kat Von D Lock-It Foundation in Medium 52 (a tiny amount)

Maybelline Fit Me Concealer in #20 Sand (mostly under eyes)

Collection Lasting Perfection Concealer in Warm Medium 3 for spots.

Inglot Translucent Loose Powder in #210

Cheeks:

Maybelline Master Flush Creator in Next To Nude. Photos & Swatches here

MAC MSF Soft & Gentle to highlight, which shows more on my cupid's bow.

Eyes:

MAC Pro Longwear Paintpot in Layin' Low as base. Shown here

Too Faced Chocolate Bon Bons Palette - I used Bordeaux on outer half

NYX Roll-On Shimmer in Almond on inner half of lids.

Kiss Me Heroine Make False Lashes. Also worn here

Brows:

MAC Veluxe Brow Liner in Strawberry Blonde.

Inglot Brow Shaping Pencil in #63 . Shown here

Lips

Smashbox Always On Liquid Lipstick in Girl Gang. Shown here.

(It is a nice bold shade and all, but I have to say the formula is not the best compared to other liquid lipsticks. It gets patchy easily during application and doesn't feel comfortable. I prefer Deborah Milano, Stila & NYX Lip Lingerie over this.)

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If you are wondering why I'm not looking at you and showing my full eye makeup,

well.... one of my eyelashes had popped out at the inner corner on one eye (I just gave up on it!), and you girls who wear falsies understand this annoying problem very well =D

Also, I have run out of good eyelash glue - I mean Eylure.

That and my crappy selfie-clicking skills!

I hate clicking selfies, because no matter how cute I think I look in the mirror, I always look 10x less cute on my phone camera....haha! ;p

Happy Friday, Everyone!

I'm so J of you all who are off to Black Friday sales! =)

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I Look At You......

2017-11-16T13:08:00.002+05:30

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NEW! Maybelline Master Flush Creator

2017-11-12T00:00:00.000+05:30

I was a bit skeptical about these when I bought them without sampling first, as there were no testers. They hadn't even hit the shelves yet, I saw a box of newly-launched Maybelline products on the floor at New U.... and I sat on my ankles....and then nobody could stop me!!!

Do they look familiar?

MAC Blush Ombre!

About Maybelline Master Flush Creator

A two-tone blush for a gradation flushed look. Pick up color in one swipe, fit brush to cheek curve and apply gradation color in one stroke.

There are 4 shades, and I picked up 2:

Next To Nude ~ My favorite! It's like having my most favorite MAC Cream Soda (Archies Girl Collection) & Benefit Coralista in one pan.

Tickled Pink ~ This pink is like a combination of MAC Pink Swoon & NARS Angelika.

MAC Blush Ombre Ripe Peach (a cult favorite) & Kindergarten Red

Gosh! I am seeing how similar they look only now at this moment! I wanted to compare the textures and feel of the powders, but I don't know where these are atm. You can have a look at them with the MAC Toledo Collection HERE

Next To Nude

Tickled Pink

Swatches (deep-light side): Next To Nude, Tickled Pink

Swatches: Next To Nude (bottom), Tickled Pink (top)

I've used both, and:

- the texture is very soft & velvety.

(but be gentle with your brush, coz they are that soft.)

- they are pigmented, and easy to blend.

- they do have fine shimmer, which shows up subtly on the cheeks.

- packaging is very high street. Mirror included on the lid.

Overall, I'm very impressed with these! I think I'm gonna alternate between these two all winter.

Price: Rs.850, each.

The makeup bags in the first pic I got for free! =D

(because I always ask for free gift when I buy more than one product.)

In case you want more, you can check out my Favorite Blushes HERE

Speak again soon!

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Gingham Pants & Favorite Sunglasses {OOTD}

2017-11-09T22:09:00.002+05:30

I took these pants into the trial room with me, fully prepared to see they'd look totally hideous on me - like most woven & non-stretchy pants. You don't know how many cute floral woven pants I've had to walk away from, because they just never sit well - there's always a disagreement between the waist, thigh, crotch & behind areas. I'd always try 25 & 26 - and I mean 3-5 times each. By the time I left the trial rooms, I used to feel like fainting!

But these! The specs are just perfect + the flare & slits at the bottom make them heels-friendly, and the zipper & bow at the waist!

Next summer, I'm buying floral fabric & taking it to a tailor along with these pants. Cut & make egg-jackly like them, I'll tell him.

Pants: Zara. Mine is size XS.

Top: BSC (nightwear actually, which came with matching shorts)

Shoes: ZARA

Bag: Floozie

Sunglasses: Opium. Newly-discovered brand, and I'm loving their collection!

Hip designs, and very reasonably priced! These were love at first sight,

mainly coz of the gold detailing (Got mine from Lifestyle.)

Cap: Forever New

Choker: H&M

Lipstick: Bourjois Rouge Edition Velvet Ole Flamingo

In case you didn't know, ZARA India now has an online store! Best news of October for me =D

The pants are still available HERE

I also found similar ones in Koovs HERE

♥

Thanks for stopping by everyone! :*

I'm currently contemplating starting a new tv series.

Either Riverdale or This Is Us.

....and getting my first tattoo! ;)

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Can Your BELLY BUTTON Really Improve Your Skin, Etc?

2017-11-07T21:18:00.003+05:30

Mistake: *Alcohol & Brandy soaked in cotton* >.<

I came across a few articles about the Belly Button recently, and I had to share with you all.

I'd only known about Mustard Oil for chapped lips before, and I feel like I'd been living under a rock that I hadn't heard about the rest of them:

Chapped Lips: Put a few drops of Mustard Oil before going to bed. (This works!)

Glowing Skin: Put a few drops of Almond Oil.

Pigmentation: Apply Lemon Oil.

Acne: Put a dew drops of Neem Oil.

Cold, Flu & Running Nose: Dip a piece cotton in Alcohol, and place it on your belly button.

Improve Fertility: Put drops of Coconut or Olive Oil.

Menstrual Cramps: Dip a piece of cotton in Brandy, and place it on your belly button.

♥

Remember I'm only sharing. It's totally up to you whether you believe it or not.

Me, I'm buying Lemon Oil & Almond Oil, and I'll definitely try the alcohol for flu one when necessary.

P.S: In one of the comments or post, one lady asked:

"What oil can I use to remove my husband?"

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The Best Inexpensive Foundation Brush!

2017-11-03T22:47:00.000+05:30

Beauty Blender Sponge: Rs.1900

Real Techniques Expert Face Brush: Rs.850-1100

Sigma F80 Flat Top Kabuki Brush: Rs.1615

Facial Cleansing Brush: Rs.399

That's right, it's a Forever 21 Facial Cleansing Brush!

It's soft.

It's dense.

It's flat.

It works like a charm!

I personally find this kind of brush too soft for cleansing my face + I prefer my fingers or flannel cloth. But when I decided to use it for base products, I was amazed!

The flat angle of the handle + density of the brush made it feel like I was ironing the foundation onto my face.

I don't even have to apply pressure while blending, just dab dab dab and done!

When you use it to press concealer under your eyes, the finished result looks almost like baking.

How I Use It: I dot the foundation on my face and then use it to blend, buff. I avoid putting foundation on the brush first, because it does soak in the foundation and then the bristles look blotchy...and then it's harder to clean it... you know how it is.

Speaking of cleaning, I use a baby shampoo and my brush cleansing mat (shown here)

For those interested in it, it may no longer be available at Forever 21.

But I found 2 on Amazon India:

- Almost exact one for Rs.375 HERE

- A pink one that comes with a FREE brush cleansing egg/tool for Rs.375 HERE

This post made me realize I haven't bought any new makeup brushes this year,

and that's what I'm gonna do asap. Yup, the oval ones!

Happy Fri-yay!

P.S. Nykaa sells FAKE Beauty Blender & many more, btw.

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Confessions From A Beauty Salon

2017-10-30T19:49:00.001+05:30

"Spread your legs.", she said, and we both burst out laughing.

She, amused.

Me, red-faced.

Though it's not my first time.

******

Okay, we'll get to that later in the blog post.

I have been meaning to do this post for quite some time, just because I feel like not many people

talk about salon services in detail. Most of the time, I never get a satisfying review

or information on certain services/products that I'm curious about.

So, I'm just gonna ramble about the things I've gotten done on myself, just to put it out there.

I say ramble, because this is a very hotchpotch blog post. Most of the photos are old. I had to search for them in my emails and computer, because I always had to clear out my phone's storage space (damn iphone!)

Anyway.....

One Word: Rica

I can't get enough of their White Chocolate Wax!

Ever since I started choosing this over the regular wax, my hair has been growing at a much slower pace, become softer, and my underarm hair have definitely lessened.

This is the Rica Aloe Vera one, which I prefer lately,

coz my legs are very easily agitated these days.

***ALWAYS TELL THE BEAUTY THERAPIST NOT TO MAKE THE WAX TOO HOT BEFOREHAND.***

Doesn't matter how reputed the salon is or how experienced the person waxing your body/facial hair is. If the wax feels too hot, it is too hot and it will burn your skin....and like in one of my underarm waxing sesh, it will peel the skin off! (Which healed, thankfully!)

Price: Rs.1799 for full body. Depends on the salon.

L'Oreal Power Mix.

My hair was literally HEALED after the 1st treatment.

I saw an ad for this on Instagram, and thought 'Okay, I feel I should try this!' My hair had become extremely dry & straw-like after my last hair coloring sesh, which involved a lot of bleaching. So the ends were all messed up! After this, I could detangle them easily again.

This is one hair treatment I'd highly recommend for damaged hair.

Hair Spa couldn't do what this could.

EDIT: Forgot to mention that there are different types of Power Mix for different hair concerns. For colored hair, thinning hair, etc. I picked the Biotin Strengthening one. Only the base is the same, which is the white bottle.

Price: Rs.1000 (which is only Rs.200 more than Hair Spa)

Facials are a waste of money, I always thought. Or, like, for older women with major wrinkles.

But one day, I wanted my face massaged badly. Don't ask me why, I just wanted my cheekbones sculpted....my eyebrows pinched....and I'd even seen some do a fluttery thing with their fingers over the eyes! I wanted all that. Therefore, I picked the cheapest facial on the menu....

Lotus White Glow Facial

(Cleansing Milk, Scrub, Masque, Massage Creme)

I was pleasantly surprised afterwards....

- It smoothed out the texture of my skin.

- Bumps on my nose disappeared.

- Overall, my skin looked polished & glowy.

Definitely getting it done again.

Price: Rs.1199

Pedicures spoil my feet & toenails. There I said it.

Yes, they're nice and relaxing and it's the best feeling ever, but after a while I noticed

the balls of my feet cracked easily, there'd always be some dead skin that has to

be sloughed off, and the surface of my toenails always had scratches on them.

Maybe the tubs at the salons aren't very sanitary.

Maybe my skin is too sensitive.

I don't know. But every since I stopped getting pedicures, my feet are normal again.

I think a foot file and scrub is all I'm gonna stick to from now on.

No more Pedicures. Oww!

And now, we're back to the beginning....

The Bikini Wax

"Oh, F***!", I winced & covered my face, after the first strip.

"F*** ke matlab kya hai?", she asked while her hand pressed

on my....my skin, to numb the pain.

(Translation: What is the meaning of....)

"Umm...F*** ke matlab F*** hai.", I replied and toyed with the idea of telling her to stop

immediately - it's okay, no more, we'll manage. Only briefly though,

coz she was already applying the wax on the other side.

Gosh, I hate her!

That's from my most recent session. But don't be scared, all's good in the end.

Most painful - The Pink Wax which is a bubblegum pink liposoluble wax.

They apply the pink wax, when it hardens, they peel pull it off - no strips required.

Least Painful - Rica Brazilian Wax with Avocado, which is the same kind of wax,

but it feels softer against the skin - at least for me personally.

***If you're going for the Rica Brazilian Wax, ask the therapist to use waxing strips to pull out simply because it's quicker & it's less painful that way. A just rip-the-band-aid-off kinda thing.

(Price: Rs.1499 from Urbanclap)

I did a post about 8 years ago HERE, and is one of the most discussed, so you can have a read at the comments if you want.

I get my hair washed & blow-dried at a salon every time I'm feeling stressed, or when I have a headache.... or I just simply want my head touched in a professional manner... haha!

A post shared by Cynthia Zacharica (@czloves) on Oct 28, 2017 at 6:38am PDT

Last Notes......

- The stylist doing my hair in the video has the softest hands, and I was kinda

sad after she was done doing my hair. She's at LOOKS Salon in Cyber Hub.

I forgot her name.

- After hygiene, I judge a salon by the drinks they serve. And if they don't offer any,

I probably wouldn't visit again. I mean, they can't expect me to be awake & leave

their salon after a head massage or a pedicure without caffeine.

NEU Salonz even serve a biscuit with tea/coffee, now that's thoughtful.

- When you're going in for a hair treatment consultation, they'll almost always recommend

Kérastase first. Always Kérastase! Fusio-Dose....Fusio-Dose.... they'll keep pushing it on you.

No denying Kérastase is amazing, but it's more expensive than all the others, so they have to sell it more. If you can afford it, fine. But if L'Oreal or Matrix fits your budget more, don't be shy to refuse. Me, I tell them the minute they start pitching it to me: "I don't want Kérastase." =D

- Hair color, Rebonding, Keratin Treatment are services where you can bargain. At least here in Delhi/NCR areas. I've had them done multiple times in various salons, and each salon/stylist has a different price. They say 5k for global color, I say 3k. They say 2500 for root touch-up, I say 1500. They say 7k for ombre/bayalage, I say 5k. Sometimes I win or kinda win, other times I leave.

- Unless I'm already at a salon, and booked with my go-to hair stylist, nowadays I prefer to

get all other services done at home. Which means I turn to Urban Clap, most of the time.

I have found a beauty therapist I like, and want to stick with. Yes, that one =D

♥

That's all for today. I honestly wrote whatever came to mind in the end,

whether it's relevant or not ;p

If you've got your own beauty salon confessions/horror stories, we'd all love to hear it! =)

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Tough Like Leather ~ Delicate Like Lace

2017-10-27T01:09:00.000+05:30

{ 20.05.2017 }

As the plane wobbled like it's flirting with a free fall, and the fluffy cotton out the window turned to masses of ash,

Mom's voice echoed in my head:

"But that's what they say. People often die close to their birthdays.",

she'd tell me like it's an urban myth proven true after one too many obituaries.

This must be it. I'm gonna die today.

Haven't I always thought this is one way I'd go?

Okay, maybe that has a lot to do with LOST.

"Please remain seated, and keep your seat belts...."

I was staring at my palm.

"You won't live a very long life. 30-35, maybe. See?",

an amateur palmist had pointed to my life line that's about an inch point something too short - according to her book.

A few successively jerks, and the eerie sound of metal creaking underneath made me grab both armrests.

I feel cold! I need a blanket!

Coffee. No, tea! No, coffee!

I need a hand to hold!

This. This is why you shouldn't fly solo!

Why is everyone so quiet??!!

Okay.

It's okay.

Lean back. Close eyes.

....................

~ Little hands, cupping my face. ~

....................

~ An old over-read text message. ~

....................

~ Watching my Grandfather write letters at 5 am. ~

....................

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~ A stranger walking towards me. ~

....................

~ Meredith Grey shouting, "But what about HER?! " ~

....................

~ A relieved face over my coffin. ~

....................

Just when my emotions started queuing behind my eyes.....

..... the sunlight hit my face.

*******

Lace Bralette ~ H&M

Faux ruffled leather jacket ~ ZARA

Skirt ~ MANGO.

(It's is actually a ruched strapless dress. Size XXS, so it got too small for me, coz I bought it long time ago - when I was super thin. Yup, I cut it with scissors.

Sheer knee-length socks ~ Primark, I think (I got a pack while in the UK)

Lace Shoes (with silk bows at the back) ~ New Look from Kelly Brooke Limited Edition Collection.

Lace Fingerless Gloves ~ Forever 21. You long-time readers know how much I love them!

Mini Satin Bucket Bag ~ Forever New

Photos by: Dhruv Narang

♥

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Bye Bye Summer! {OOTD}

2017-10-18T22:20:00.001+05:30

Fun Fact 1:

This is my most favorite dressy outfit of Summer 2017. The coral top, especially. I'd buy every one shoulder flounce top if I could.

Fun Fact 2:

I never wore it, because I was saving it for a special occasion. You know how you put together a brand new outfit for something? You think: I'll wear this top. But with what kind of bottoms?Umm, black skirt/shorts? No, it has to be a fun florally something, not black & flat. Hey! Definitely not that black crow-type skirt you're thinking about right now! Okay, one of 4 brands I'm so loyal to will have something.

(Btw, said occasion NEVER happened. I don't wanna talk about it! =\)

Horrifying Fact:

The little heart bracelet I'm wearing here I almost threw out with a shopping bag, along with a pack of H&M rose gold hair clips. I'd completely forgotten about them! I also have no memory of me buying them : | ... I'm going to check exactly when I bought them, so I know what state of mind I was in at the time. But I assure you, I've never shopped when I'm drunk! ;p

Top: Forever New

Shorts: ZARA

Belt: Forever New

Shoes: Charles & Keith

Bag: Dune

Sunglasses: Aldo Thalima Pink/Rose Gold. Saw these one time, tried them, didn't buy them.

Went for them another time with my Mom, and they were SOLD OUT at the same store!

You know me, I was like 'Nahiiiii!!! Now I want them even more!' I went online that night on Majorbrands, and thankfully they were available there. Woop!

Still available here & silver ones here

Big Rose Gold Hoop Earrings: H&M

Heart Bracelet: Accessorize (this bracelet!)

Rose Gold Rings: H&M

Gold Hairband: Claire's

Nails: Deborah Milano Gel Effect Nail Polist #01 & Colorbar Artefffects Retro Silver

Photos by: Dhruv Narang.

What I tell this guy: Make me look tall, Sit down when you click. | I don't don't want to look sexy, I want to look girly & quirky. | I don't want to look like I'm posing, I want to look natural.

Ya, he's a very talented & patient photographer. He does all kinds of shoots - kids, birthdays & weddings too. Do check him out.

♥

Happy Fall to you all! =)

And Happy Diwali, in advance.

*******

Random Fact:

I'm a 'Cutlery Dropper'. I keep dropping my forks & knives at home, and embarrassingly in restaurants too. Like a cave person. They'd just fly off my plate & on to the floor- clink, clink, clink! Now I'm wishing there's shorter cutlery. If I ever start a cutlery business, I'll call it "Clumsy Cutlery" - where spoons, forks & knives would be half the length they normally are. With a cutesy something on the center of the handle - which means more weight there so they stay on the plate.

Hey! Don't steal my Shark Tank business idea, okay!

Well, unless you can say 'Clumsy Cutlery' 10 times - fast!

Really, the things I talk about sometimes, right?!

Bye Bye!

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When My Son Turned 3....

2017-10-17T17:14:00.001+05:30

He sometimes likes to hold my foot when I'm feeding him. He'd be sitting on his highchair, and then he'd suddenly point to the floor asking me to do something, then I'd realize he's asking me to lift my right foot on to his chair so he can hold & pet it - like a cat.

He calls our helper Naseeba, "Maaseeya"

He calls Banana, "Bananana"

He calls Ants, "Mosquitoes"

He thinks the Eiffel Tower is a Giraffe.

He calls out, "Mommy! Mommy! Kissee, Kissee! Come, Huggiee!" , and stretches out his arms.

I'd rush to his side filled with affection for him & when I get there, he'd tell me to change his Youtube video!

He says one of his white cars is a "1997 Truck". I have no idea if it's a fact or he made it up.

*******

That's Ziizayne, my baby, who turned 3 on 14th October.

(I know, I'm 2 days late with this post!)

The Cake....

From Angels In My Kitchen.

I HATE the writing on this cake! As someone who takes hours to select the fonts for something, this one just doesn't suit the cake. At least now I know this area is something I need to customize & pay attention to next time.

So sad I had to crop my outfit, simply because I didn't sit like a lady ;p

Zii's Outfit from H&M

Sandals: Clarks.

If you're wondering why not loafers to match his outfit? That's because he refuses to wear new shoes. He's got a variety of shoes, even Cars & Batman Crocs. He gets weirdly attached to the shoes he's used to wearing, and wants to wear only these & a pair of Chhota Bheem Fake Crocs that were for only 100 rupees from a market in my hometown!

A lil' Instagram video of him looking for his birthday present at Hamley's.....

A post shared by Cynthia Zacharica (@czloves) on Oct 14, 2017 at 11:22pm PDT

He did pick a Hot Wheels Stunt & Go Launcher, some small cars, and one of those Magic scooter-type cars was delivered that evening. I did plan from a long time ago that I'd get him an electronic car for his 3rd birthday, but the ones at Hamley's are all schmancy 25k Audi cars! So I'll get him something cheaper online - maybe until Christmas. That'll be his ultimate BIG TOY! =D

Thanks again to everyone who sent birthday wishes his way.

Hugs & kisses to all of you! :* :* :*

See you again soon!

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Lakmé x Masaba Lip Pout Matte Photos & Swatches

2017-10-10T13:17:00.003+05:30

Hey, everyone! Just posting these swatches quickly.

About: Curated by the very talented designer - Masaba, each lip crayon has a quirky print exclusively designed by her, that spells 90’s nostalgia. This is a limited edition collection of matte lip colors from the Lip Pout range that you cannot resist! It’s time to have some fun and indulge in these 10 vibrant shades inspired by the candies of the 90’s.

There are 10 shades available, and I picked 3:

Cherry Bite ~ If you ask me: Which is a lipstick that's not as red as MAC Ruby Woo but is redder than MAC All Fired Up?' This would be it.

Caramel Toffee ~ Is this a dupe for MAC Velvet Teddy? No, it's browner & warmer, which makes it more flattering on most skin tones, especially Asian/Indian skin tones. I think it looks more like MAC Mocha.

Bubble Pink ~ This shade looks very similar to MAC Viva Glam Miley Cyrus Lipstick when swatched. Most days, I like to dab this over Caramel Toffee.

Caramel Toffee is a winner for me out of these 3 shades. I wear it almost everyday now, either alone or as a lip liner under another pinker lippie.

Swatches: Cherry Bite, Caramel Toffee, Bubble Pink

These crayon lipsticks can feel a bit too thick and waxy, especially when you apply more than one layer, but once blotted on a tissue, they are very comfortable. They settle really well on my lips, and don't look flaky after a while, or dry out my lips.

The packaging is super cute and really good quality. At first I though the prints were stickers, but nope! The blue one is my favorite.

Price: Rs.750, each.

They are Limited Edition, so grab them before they're gone!

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Gothic Glam Manicure

2017-09-20T19:54:00.002+05:30

Nice Girl: "Wow, I love your nails! Where'd you get them done?"

Me: "Really?! I did them myself."

Nice Girl: "Cool! I could never do nail art on my own nails."

Me: "Me neither! This is not really nail art. It's just glitter."

Nice Girl: "Really?! It looks like crystals have been carefully placed,

and the black tips look like leather!"

******

That convo made me look at my Lazy Girl Manicure differently, give it a name & a blog post.....

How To:

1. Apply black nail polish only on the tips, like a French mani.

I did it free hand, no sellotape (which would've made it straighter.)

2. Apply silver glitter nail polish on top.

I used these two nail paints.

Black tips ~ Colorbar #76

Glitter ~ Colorbar Arteffects #10 Retro Silver.

I am so in love with this, I use it all the time now - over nude especially.

In case you missed my light hair, it's back! =D

And if you're interested in the lipstick that I'm wearing here, I applied 4-5 shades:

Lakme x Masaba Lip Pout Caramel Toffee as a base and blotted (pic here), then I dabbed lightly

MAC Please Me, MAC Runway Hit & MAC All Fired Up, and blotted again.

This too is not lip art, I was just confused! ;p

♥

Speak again soon!

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NEW! Maybelline Color Jolt, L'Oreal Lip/Blush Paints, ETC

2017-09-16T20:54:00.001+05:30

"Aaahhh!!!"

"How many shades? How much?"

"No, no. No lacquer. No glossy. ONLY MATTE!"

"You have a chair? I have to sit down."

"Please give me cotton."

(there's no space left on my hands to swatch.)

"Ooh, what's this?! Is it new? Why didn't you show it to me?"

"Oh Lord, have mercy!"

******

That's me at Lifestyle... or any makeup store for that matter! ;p

I swear the word "Matte" makes me go.... MAD!

Combine that with "Paint", and I'll end up looking stunned at the

cash counter when the guy says the total amount.

L'Oreal Lip Paint Matte in 201 Hollywood Beige ~ Don't mistake this for a super matte liquid lipstick, coz it doesn't dry completely. It has a hydrating matte finish.

Price: Rs.799

L'Oreal Infallible Blush Paint Longwear High Impact Stick in Pinkabilly ~ I tested this on my cheeks and lips at the store, and it looked too pretty to not take home! It looks like that because when I first opened it, the bullet was stuck to the cap....and my heart broke a little...and....I can't handle things like this happening to me!

Price: Rs.999

L'Oreal Le Matte Lip Pen in 102 She's So Matte ~ This was what I really really wanted. It's a pinkish nude that would suit most skin tones, I think. Compared to Maybelline Lip Gradation, I'd say this pen is harder.

Price: Rs.750

Maybelline Color Jolt Intense Lip Paint Matte ~ Already IN LOVE with these! They're like a lip stain & velvety lipstick in one. Quite similar to Bourjois Rouge Edition Velvet, but I think these are more pigmented. That slim sponge applicator is amazing! The matte range has 8 shades here in India, and I wish there were more! I picked up 3 shades:

08 Flaunting My Pink

03 Baby Mauve - Shade is similar to MAC Daddy's Little Girl

05 You Red-Me

Price: Rs.450 each

Maybelline Master Strobing Cream in Nude ~ I don't know if this is a new launch, but I'd never seen it before. It's an illuminator that you can mix with foundation or simply to highlight. I decided it's time for me to glow ;p

Price: Rs.700

And the extras....

Lakme Lip Love Lip Care in Apricot, Rs.180

L'Oreal LE VERNIS A L'HUILE in 222 Jardin Des Roses , Rs.399

L'Oreal CC Genius Balm Caresse in 704 Statemnt Pink, Rs.750 ~ I got this for FREE =D

♥

Maybelline Color Jolt. This you MUST get!

Happy Saturday, you all!

And Happy Shopping tomorrow ;)

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