Review : Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Lip Creme Lipsticks

Hi Beauties!

Hope you are having a great day!

Today, I am going to share my thoughts on the Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Lip Creme liquid lipsticks.There are around thirty three shades available on their website.I purchased two lipsticks.Shades Amore & Emotion.So let's get started!


About Milani:
Milani cosmetics is a cruelty-free makeup brand based out in Los Angeles,USA.
Milani Cosmetics and beauty products, includes face makeup, nail color and a full range of top quality makeup products, for women of any age, style or skintone.

                                           

Product Description:
It’s time to put your lipsticks on notice. The Amore Matte Lip Crème has arrived. This revolutionary, highly saturated liquid-to-matte formula dries to a soft, velvety finish for fuller-looking lips. Its double-sided, flexible plush applicator hugs the contours of lips, working to lock in bold, opaque color. Non-sticky, smooth and ready for all-night wear (up to 16 hours!) our Amore Matte Lip Crème is the ultimate transfer resistant kiss-me-matte.

Price : AED 45-50

Quantity : 0.21 OZ / 6g

Shelf-life : 12 months

Ingredients:
Isododecane, Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Kaolin, Flavor (Aroma), Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Synthetic Beeswax, Silica Dimethyl Silylate, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Tocopheryl Acetate. +/- May Contain: , Red 30 Lake (CI 73360), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Red 6 Lake (CI 15859), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Red 27 Lake (CI 45410), Red 28 (CI 45410), Iron Oxide (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499).

My Experience:

Shades:

• 32, Emotion : It's a brown lipstick with a hue of red in it. Looks pretty and definitely not for the faint of heart.It's a vampy deep brownish-red that elevates the mood.If you enjoy wearing bold lipsticks, you might wanna check this shade out.

• 22, Amore : It's a beautiful and vibrant red with a hint of pink. Looks like a reddish-pink shade and brightens up the complexion / overall makeup-look. I love this shade to bits.Perfect for party wear or any festive occasion.

Swatches:                                            

In Pic : Amore Matte Lip Creme lipstick-swatches

Packaging:

The lipstick comes in a rectangular acrylic-tube packaging. It's a see-through tube,so we can easily see the lipstick-colour through the packaging.The important details like shelf-life ,product quantity etc are mentioned on the tube.The shade name and number are mentioned at the bottom of the tube-packaging.The twist open lid is plastic and of pure yellow gold colour. The flat-sponge tip applicator is very easy to work with.It actually helps in lining out the lips.Overall , the packaging looks very classy and attractive. The packaging is sturdy and can be carried easily while travelling...on the go i.e. travel-friendly packaging.                     

In Pic : Milani's Liquid Lipstick in the shade "Emotion"

In Pic : Milani's Liquid Lipstick in the shade "Amore"

Formula & Texture:

• The lipsticks in this collection have got a slight vanilla-like smell.Not strong.The smell goes away as the time passes and is definitely not bothersome
• Creamy formula with powder-matte-finish
• Non-sticky formula
• Quickly dries up on the lips (around one minute)
• Soft to touch and very pigmented!
• One dip into the tube is sufficient to get full opaque coverage on lips.Girls having pigmented lips can rejoice! Wait wait wait...this is the case with the shade "Emotion".When we apply the shade "Amore" we can clearly see the lip-pigmentation peeping through the lipstick.Definitely need two coats of the lipstick in order to get full opacity.
• Re-application  is very easy.No need to remove entire layer and then re-apply, just apply on top of the already existing lipstick.It doesn't make the lips look crusty or pathetic.The lipstick sits beautifully on the lips.

Effective/ Worth?

• The product glides like a dream on the lips
• Non-patchy application.Very easy to apply and distribute over the lips...evenly
• The powder matte finish looks really very pretty and I love it
• Comfortable to wear , but, a tad bit drying
• Completely transfer-proof to a great extent.99%.Yay!
• Smudge-proof and water-proof
• Doesn't enhance lip-lines severely
• Very lightweight formula,feels like nothing is there on the lips
• The applicator is awesome.Easy to hold(grip) and apply the product
• Both the shades stained the lips (whenever applied)
• The shade range is amazing...I must say.

Longevity:
The lipsticks in this collection have an average staying power of about three to four hours(max).
Survived light snacks very well.These lipsticks don't really survive heavy meals.Post-meal,the lipstick goes away from the center of the mouth and you need to do a touch-up.
In case you don't eat oily or greasy food then the lipstick will stay on the lips for about 
5-6 hours(depends) and then fade away evenly leaving a slight stain behind.

Cons:

• Enhances dry patches/flakes on the lips
• Lips feel somewhat dry. Solution : Exfoliate your lips beforehand. Apply a lip-balm underneath. 
• Gives butt-hole lips after having a meal.Oily food breaks down the product easily.

Will I re-purchase?
Yes,if ever I get through a full lipstick-tube. :D
I like the formula of these lipsticks.On a side note, both the lipsticks will surely suit all the skin tones across the globe.Take my word,but, only if you like to go that bold and bright.I personally love wearing all sorts(well, there are exceptions...of course!) of shades that tend to suit my apricot-skin tone.Just because of this reason I went ahead and picked up these two shades from the entire collection.I am happy with these lipsticks.  But, yes would like to let you all know that these lipsticks
make my lips feel a little dry (bearable).Layering after finishing off the meal is a necessity for sure. I would like to purchase a different shade from the Amore Matte Lip Creme collection called
"Gorgeous". :)

Rating : 3.5/5

Have you tried out lipsticks from the Amore Matte Lip Creme collection?
What's your thought? Do share.

Availability:

In UAE, www.glamazle.com
In India, www.nykaa.com

Check out the product here:
https://www.milanicosmetics.com/products/amore-matte-lip-creme

http://www.nykaa.com/milani-amore-matte-lip-creme.html?ptype=product&id=137637?&root=search&searchterm=milani&type=product

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Review : Essence Matt Matt Matt Lipstick, Shade# 04, Pink Up Your Life

Hi Beauties!

Hope you are having a great day!

Today, I am gonna share my thoughts on the Matt Matt Matt lipstick in the shade# 04, Pink Up Your Life by Essence cosmetics.There are ten shades available in the Matt Matt Matt lipstick collection.

So lets' get started!
                 

In Pic : Shown the Matt Matt Matt lipstick-packaging

About Essence:
Essence Cosmetics is a Europian makeup brand and is very popular across the Globe.
The products are really affordable and are of high-quality.Essence products are cruelty free.
Essence has become one of my favourite drugstore brands.I love almost all the products from Essence.All the products are so affordable and of good quality.

Product Description:
Matt matters! the light, creamy texture of the new lipstick range unites a high colour-dispersion with a matt finish.

Price: AED 13

Quantity: 0.13 OZ / 3.8 g

Shelf-life: 12 months

Ingredients:
ISONONYL ISONONANOATE, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, RICINUS COMMUNIS (CASTOR) SEED OIL, OZOKERITE, CERA MICROCRISTALLINA (MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX), VP/HEXADECENE COPOLYMER, NEOPENTYL GLYCOL DICAPRYLATE/DICAPRATE, ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE, EUPHORBIA CERIFERA (CANDELILLA) WAX, COPERNICIA CERIFERA (CARNAUBA) WAX, OCTYLDODECANOL, OCTYLDODECYL STEARATE, ISOPROPYL PALMITATE, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE, BHT, PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), HEXYL CINNAMAL, LINALOOL, CI 15850 (RED 6 LAKE), CI 15850 (RED 7 LAKE), CI 45410 (RED 27 LAKE), CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE).

My Experience:
                                         

In Pic : Shown the actual lipstick

Shade:
04,Pink Up Your Life is a very pretty pink-raspberry shade that will surely suit all the skin tones!Perfect for daily-use. It's very suttle and gives a flush of colour on the lips.It stains the lips and still looks beautiful.
     
Swatch:
                 

In Pic : Swatch of the lipstick

Packaging:
Very attractive packaging.Colour-coded packaging. The pull-up cap is made up of plastic.Ir's ciolour matches the exact lipstick shade perfectly.Shade number is mentioned on the colour-coded sticker on the bottom of the lipstick case.Also,important information like product quantity,shelf-life etc are mentioned on the packaging.Sturdy & travel friendly packaging. Didn't experience any loose-cap /product mess-up issues.
                                         

In Pic : Shown bottom of the lipstick-case

                                       
Formula & Texture:

• Creamy formula with matte-finish
• Can say that this lipstick has a velvet matte finish that later on settles to a complete powder matte finish(as the time passes)
• Soft to touch and very pigmented!

Effective / Worth?
Yes, definitely.

• Affordably priced.For the price being paid we are getting a lot of product.Great quality I must say.
• Very pigmented.One to two swipes are enough to cover-up any lip-pigmentation
• Comfortable matte lipstick
• Doesn't tug on the lips.Glides on very smoothly
• Very creamy and lightweight formula
• The bullet hugs the lips perfectly and we don't really need a lip liner
• Great for daily-use.Perfect rosy pink shade that can be used on a daily-basis
• Easily available across the country

Con:
Enhances dry patches and fine lines a lot.Exfoliate your lips before applying this lipstick.I would highly suggest applying a lip balm prior to using this lipstick else your lips might feel very dry and flaky(approximately after two hours of application).

Will I re-purchase?
Yes

Overall, I would like to say that you should definitely give this lipstick a try.I am planning to check out other shades from the Matt Matt Matt lipstick collection.Very reasonably priced lipsticks.Must try!

Rating : 4/5

Availability:

In UAE, V-Perfumes store www.souq.com
In India, www.nykaa.com

Check out the product here:
https://www.essence.eu/en/trend-editions/tribal-summer/e/product/matt-matt-matt-lipstick-04-1/

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Review : Catrice Ultimate Colour Lipsick , Shade# 480, Red Said Black

Hi All,

Today,I am going to review the Ultimate Colour Lipstick by Catrice Cosmetics. Shade # 480, Red Said Black. Interesting name. :)

About Catrice Cosmetics:
CATRICE never misses a single trend, must-have or detail. The range is extremely convincing: a large choice of colours with trendy as well as classic shades for diverse looks. Products with high-quality ingredients, luxurious textures and innovative formulas. Premium packaging. An ideal price-performance-ratio to ensure a pure love of shopping. Twice a year, 25% of the CATRICE range is updated so that there is always something new to discover. Beyond that, our in-house Trend Division develops up to 14 limited make-up collections per year: the current looks of the catwalk shows provide the inspiration for our make-up collections and are re-interpreted with the beauty products by CATRICE.

CATRICE – a pure joy of life: inspiring, contagious and multi-facetted.

Source  :http://www.catrice.eu/en/about-catrice-cosmetics.html

Product Information:
Highly pigmented lipstick
Smooth, creamy texture
Longlasting
Available in fifteen different shades.I picked one of them.

Highly-pigmented, rich shades with perfect coverage and shine, plus a smooth, creamy and long-lasting texture: color at its most beautiful – that lasts for hours.

               

               


Price : AED 19

Quantity : 3.8g / 0.13 oz

Shelf-life : 36 months

Ingredients:
PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRAISOSTEARATE, OCTYLDODECANOL, DIISOSTEARYL MALATE, POLYBUTENE, POLYETHYLENE, SILICA, PVP / HEXADECENE COPOLYMER (VP / HEXADECENE COPOLYMER), CANDELILLA (EUPHORBIA CERIFERA) WAX, DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE DIHYDRATE, METHOXY PEG-17/METHOXY PEG-11/HDI CROSSPOLYMER, CERA MICROCRISTALLINA (MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX), MICA, OZOKERITE, LAUROYL LYSINE, OLUS OIL (VEGETABLE OIL), CAMELINA SATIVA SEED OIL, DISTEARDIMONIUM HECTORITE, PROPYLENE CARBONATE, TOCOPHERYL ACETATE, CITRIC ACID, MICA, TIN OXIDE, AROMA (FLAVOR), CI 15850 (RED 6 / RED 7 LAKE), CI 15985 (YELLOW 6 LAKE), CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES), CI 77891 (TITANIUM DIOXIDE).

My Experience:
Shade: 480, Red Said Black. It's a coffee brown with heavy reddish-blue undertones. It looks like the darkest shade available in the collection in my opinion.Perfect for the winter season. I lover dark shades and that's why I chose this particular shade!It will suit all the skin tones well.Especially medium-complexioned Indian skin tones.

Swatch:                                 
                                   

In Pic : Swatch of the Ultimate Colour Lipstick

Packaging:

The lipsticks in the Ultimate Colour collection come in a black coloured plastic tube.Details like shade number,name,quantity and shelf-life are mentioned on the tube-packaging.The bottom of the lipstick has a colour-coded sticker that matches the lipstick's shade the tube holds.It comes in very handy if we have more than one lipstick from this collection.The packaging is sleek,sturdy and travel-friendly.

                                     

         

                                     In Pic: Shown colour-coded sticker at the bottom of the lipstick

Formula & Texture:

• This lipstick has got a creamy-finish
• Very pigmented.One single swipe is enough to cover-up any lip-pigmentation
• Satin-finish of the lipstick makes the lips look luscious
• Very comfortable on the lips and doesn't bleed.
• Doesn't settle into the fine-lip lines.Keeps lips moisturized for a really long time
• Sets quickly on the lips and after few hours looks kind of matte on the lips.Yes,the sheen goes away as the time passes
• Survives light snacks.After a heavy meal,we need to re-apply the lipstick Stains the lips as it's a very dark shade.
• Re-application is easy and layering up the product doesn't look patchy.
• Doesn't flake or feather unless you have chapped lips
• Not transfer-proof. Transfers a lot.
• Not smudge-proof

Longevity:
Lasts for about five hours (max).This lipstick can be removed easily using a makeup-wipe or a remover.Long lasting lipstick...I must say.

Con:
Transfers a lot!

Overall,I love this lipstick and you must try at least one shade out of the fifteen shades available.The lipsticks in the Ultimate colour collection are very pigmented and long-lasting at the same time.There are awesome shades available...from nudes to bold reds they have it all.Cool collection!

Will I re-purchase?
Yes. Also, this shade is an addition to my existing Catrice Ultimate Color lipstick collection. Would love to try out other shades from this range.Love the formula to bits!

Rating : 4.5/5

Tips: Lining out lips before applying the lipstick is a good idea.Also,don't forget to prep-up the lips by exfoliating and applying a generous amount of lip balm.Then,wipe off the lip balm exactly before applying the lipstick

Availability:
In UAE,available at the V Perfume stores.

Check out the product here:
http://www.catrice.eu/en/lips/lipstick/lipsticks/catrice-cosmetics/ultimate-colour-lip-colour-480.html

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Review : Essence Volume Stylist 18hr Curl & Hold Mascara

Hi Beauties,

To start with , firstly I would like to let you know that Essence cosmetics has got nice mascaras.My all time favorite is the Lash Prince Volume mascara.And that's why I thought of checking out the Volume Stylist 18hr Curl & Hold Mascara.mascara the moment I saw the packaging!Today, I am going to review the same for you all. :)

So, let's get started...shall we?

About Essence Cosmetics:
Essence Cosmetics is a Europian makeup brand and is very popular across the Globe.
The products are really affordable and are of high-quality.Essence products are cruelty free.
Essence has become one of my favourite drugstore brands.I love almost all the products from Essence.All the products are so affordable and of good quality.
                                 

Product Information:

The creamy black texture with micro styling waxes provides the lashes with long-lasting volume and incredible curl.Mascara for perfectly styled lashes with micro styling waxes for voluminous and curved lashes. Up to 18 hr hold.

Price: AED 13

Quantity: 12 ml / 0.40 fl oz

Shelf-life: 6 months

Ingredients:

AQUA (WATER), CERA ALBA (BEESWAX), PARAFFIN, GLYCERYL STEARATE, STYRENE/ACRYLATES/AMMONIUM METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER, ORYZA SATIVA (RICE) CERA, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, PALMITIC ACID, ACACIA SENEGAL GUM , POLYBUTENE, COPERNICIA CERIFERA (CARNAUBA) WAX, AMINOMETHYL PROPANOL, STEARIC ACID, PHENOXYETHANOL, VP/EICOSENE COPOLYMER, TOCOPHEROL, DIMETHICONE, POLYESTER-4, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, SODIUM LAURETH-12 SULFATE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, TETRASODIUM EDTA, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE, CI 77499 (IRON OXIDES)

My Experience:

Packaging:
As I mentioned earlier in the Introduction part, the packaging of the mascara attracted me a lot!
So,the nude pink coloured satin tube with a black twist open cap looks so gorgeous.
The details like quantity, shelf-life are mentioned on the packaging. The weight of the tube is very light.Travel-friendly packaging. The lid closes tightly enough to avoid product spillage.Love the girlie packaging.
                                         

In Pic : The applicator wand of the mascara.Cleanly separated fringes

Formula & Texture:
The formula is moussy, but, towards the drier version.It dries quickly.The texture is creamy.The product is very pigmented and dark black in colour. Lightweight formula....must say.

Effective?
Yes.

• The fully loaded paddle brush works nicely on the lashes.It helps in coating the lashes  around inner-corner of the eyes.Easy to coat the lower lashes.
• The mascara curls the lashes too. Holds the curl for a long time. But, then at the end of the day the effect was gone!
• Very comfortable on eyes. Doesn't feel heavy on the lashes
• Each time we dip the wand into the bottle,enough product comes out and helps in coating the lashes.
• Very affordably priced and easily available.It's a steal.
• Lengthens the lashes in one to two coats and gives the desired volume after three coats!
• Separates the lashes nicely.
• The effect of the mascara stayed around 7-8 hrs (in my case) until I went ahead and removed the product from the lashes.
• Water-resistant mascara , but , not waterproof. Be aware if you are looking strictly for a water proof one.Skip this mascara.
• Flaked ever so little and didn't give raccoon-eye-look.

Con:

• Need to apply at least three coats of the product to get the desired volume.Of course,over coating the lashes with the product will result in clumpy-looking lashes which will not look good.Avoid over application. If you are in a hurry and want this mascara to work in a jiffy.It won't happen.It might lengthen the lashes and might not volumize them quickly. 

• 18hr curl and hold is a big claim. This mascara doesn't stand up to the mark as expected! In case you are looking for a mascara that stays for a very long time on the curled-lashes this mascara might disappoint you.

Will I re-purchase?
Yes, definitely.This mascara is amazing and very affordable. Really good quality mascara...love it.

Overall, I would like to say that this is a nice mascara.I am loving it.It has not disappointed me.It lengthens the lashes beautifully plus volumizes too. Yay.All in all I recommend trying out this mascara.No complains as I have tried various high-end mascaras and faced disappointment! This mascara is quite affordable and works fine. Can be used on a daily basis as it doesn't dramatize the lashes a lot.

Rating : 4/5

Availability:
www.souq.com , V-Perfumes stores in UAE.

Check out the mascara here:
https://www.essence.eu/products/eyes/mascara/e/product/volume-stylist-18h-curl-hold-mascara/

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Review : Super Fine Eyeliner Waterproof

Hi Lovelies!

Hope you are doing great!

Today, I am going to share my thoughts on the Essence Cosmetics Super Fine Eyeliner Waterproof(black).

So, let's get started!

About Essence:
Essence Cosmetics is a Europian makeup brand and is very popular across the Globe.
The products are really affordable and are of high-quality.Essence products are cruelty free.
Essence has become one of my favourite drugstore brands.I love almost all the products from Essence.All the products are so affordable and of good quality.

One of the leading cosmetics brand from Europe, Essence inspires you to express who you are with style, confidence and fun. You can try various fabulous looks with a huge range of breakthrough Essence beauty products which follow season's hottest colors and formulas and suit all skin types. All Essence products are made of highest quality standards, are super affordable and are not animal-tested.
                                    

In Pic : Essence Super fine black eyeliner waterproof

Product Description:
Accurate work. the superfine eyeliner pen is now available in a waterproof version. this precision pen has an extremely slim applicator with a felt tip to create thin as well as broad eyeliner styles. It's longer lasting than ever before thanks to the waterproof texture!

• Essence water-proof eyeliner with fine tip applicator.
• Easy to glide and use.
• Create fine, subtle eyeliner looks as well as extravagant and dramatic styles.

Price : AED 11 / INR 299

Quantity : 0.03 fl oz / 1.0 ml

Shelf-life : 8 months

Ingredients:

AQUA (WATER), AMMONIUM ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, METHYLPROPANEDIOL, ALCOHOL DENAT., ACRYLATES COPOLYMER, LACTOBACILLUS FERMENT, GLYCERIN, PANTHENOL, SIMETHICONE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, PHENYLPROPANOL, PPG-2-DECETH-30, ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL, SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE, BIOSACCHARIDE GUM-1, DISODIUM EDTA, SODIUM DEHYDROACETATE, PHENOXYETHANOL, CI 77266 (BLACK 2).

My Experience:

Packaging:
The product comes in a sleek black coloured pen-packaging.Looks like a sketch pen.The packaging looks basic and simple.
The fine tip applicator looks amazing and sharp.It's travel friendly and sturdy.The cap closes tightly and secures the pen-tip very well.The details like product-quantity , shelf-life are mentioned on the packaging.I like the packaging.
                                       

In Pic : Shown Fine tip of the black eyeliner

Formula:

• Very lightweight formula. once applied on the eyelids,  doesn't feel heavy at all! 
• Deep dark black coloured eyeliner.Not jet black.
• Matte finish.Not extremely matte though.
• Liquid consistency, but, not runny or anything like that.Perfect formula.

Swatch:

                                

In Pic : Shown the product swatch in day light

  

In Pic : Shown the product swatch in the indoor light

Effective?

• Deep black coloured eyeliner.Very pigmented.
• One swipe is sufficient to use.Maximum two swipes should do.
• Very easy to create-winged eye liner look
• The fine tip applicator helps in drawing thin line nicely.
• Thick line can be drawn easily too,if you like thick eyeliner look.The tip is easy to control while applying the product.
• The eyeliner didn't cause any skin irritation. Read it from the perspective of a girl with sensitive skin
• It stayed on the eyes for an entire day until I removed it using a makeup remover
• Water-proof to a great extent.
• Smudge-proof eyeliner. Yay!
• It didn't crack on the oily lids
• The shelf-life is eight months.That's great in my opinion.
• Makeup-beginner friendly product

Con:
Only con is as the time passes it fades away a tad bit. Or we can say the intensity of the pigmentation gets reduced.

Will I re-purchase?
Yes

Rating : 3.5/5

Overall, I would say that Essence mascaras are my favourite ones.They are very affordable and easily available and work better than many high-end mascaras.I recommend this mascara .Girls must check this out.

Availability:

In UAE, V-Perfumes store and online on www.souq.com
In India, www.nykaa.com

Check out the product here:
https://www.essence.eu/en/products/eyes/eyeliner-kajal/e/product/superfine-eyeliner-pen-waterproof/

http://www.nykaa.com/essence-eyeliner-pen-waterproof.html?ptype=product&id=61686?&root=search&searchterm=essence%20eyeliner&type=product

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Review : Loreal Micellar Water

Hi Lovelies!

Hope you are doing great!

Today, I am going to share my thoughts on the Loreal's Micellar water. First of all, lemme tell you why I chose this product.I love L'Oreal Paris Dermo Expertise Lip And Eye Make-Up Remover,it's one of my holy grail products.Have been using it for a really long time.So, when Loreal came up with their micellar water version, I thought of giving it a try.Hence, this blog-post! :D

Let's get started with the review.Shall we?

About Loreal:
A global beauty care brand, L’Oréal Paris believes in the essence of helping every woman embrace her unique beauty while reinforcing her innate sense of self-worth with their internationally renowned, diversive products. The brand has wide range of affordable luxury, high-quality products in categories like skin care, hair care, hair color and makeup.

Product Description;
With the new L'Oreal Paris Micellar Water, now remove every trace of make-up, dirt, oil & pollution effortlessly and on the go, in just one swipe. Unlike other cleansers, Micellar Water requires no rinsing. Powered by micelle molecules that cluster together to surround and lift away impurities and makeup with no rinsing or harsh rubbing.

• Cleans dirt and impurities.
• Hydrates and softens skin.
• Removes every trace of makeup.
• Suitable for all skin types.

Price : INR 475

Quantity : 95 ml

Shelf-life : 6 months                           
                         

Ingredients:

In Pic : Shown ingredients of the product

What's a micellar water?
According to board-certified dermatologist Hadley King of Skinney Medspa, micellar water is made up of micelles (tiny balls of cleansing oil molecules) suspended in soft water. “The idea is that micelles are attracted to dirt and oil, so they are able to draw out impurities without drying out the skin,” she says. Therefore, micellar water can be used as a facial wash, makeup remover and moisturizer all in one.
“It looks like water, it has the viscosity of water but when you put it on your finger and feel, it has a different texture than water,” says Tabasum Mir, a skincare physician in cosmetic dermatology and cosmetic laser surgery.
Instead of foaming and stripping your complexion like soap and cleansers, micelles dissolve the bad stuff, while keeping the good stuff on your skin intact.

Source : http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/micellar-water-skincare_us_55a66a22e4b0896514cfd3c9

Source : http://stylecaster.com/beauty/what-is-micellar-water/

In layman's terms, micellar water is a product apt for removing makeup,dirt,gunk etc. from your skin.

My Experience:

Packaging:
Attractive packaging.Product comes in a plastic cylindrical bottle that has got a pink coloured plastic cap.We need to squeeze out / tilt the bottle to get the product from  the small nozzle.The packaging is very travel friendly and sturdy.Easy to carry along while travelling.The details like ingredients,quantity,shelf-life etc are mentioned on the packaging itself which is a good thing.

                                             

In Pic : Shown the opening on the head of the cylindrical bottle

In Pic : Shown product details and how to use directions

Formula & Texture:
The micellar water has a liquid-consistency(obviously).It doesn't smell of anything in particular.The texture is not oily or greasy,it's somewhere in between.Non-sticky.Love the formula,it's very lightweight and effective.Not strong or harsh on the skin.
Glycerin is one of the key ingredients and may be that's why this product keeps the skin moisturized.

Fragrance:
No fragrance.

Effective?
Yes,definitely.

• Firstly,the consistency is liquid(y) so,it becomes very easy to work with.Easy to apply on the cotton pad and clean out the skin.
• It didn't break out my sensitive skin.Skin felt soft.
• Didn't cause any skin rashes.Be careful and don't rub the cotton pad too hard,else skin-irritation might happen.Be gentle.
• Didn't leave any sticky cast on the skin.
• Very lightweight and comfortable
• Didn't strip off any essential oils from the skin
• For eye/lip makeup : use one-two cotton pads...that's sufficient.Take the product on a cotton pad generously and apply gently on the eyes/lips.Wipe in circular motions.
• Removes waterproof makeup in a jiffy! Might need to use more product on the cotton pad to remove makeup(full face). Ideally, two to four cotton pads are sufficient(depends though).
• Suitable for combination skin.Tested.
• This micellar water requires no rinsing.Very true.

Con:
Nothing in my opinion

Will I re-purchase?
Yes,definitely.Bottom line is cleanse, remove makeup and soothe as per the product-claims.I totally agree with it.This product works fine.

Overall ,I would like to say that this micellar water has become my new favourite.
I highly recommend checking this product out!

Rating: 4.5/5

Have you tried this product? How was your experience with it?
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Review : The Face Shop's Jeju Aloe,Fresh Soothing Aloe Vera Gel

Hi Beauties!

Hope you are doing well.

Today,I am going to share my thoughts on the The Face Shop's Jeju Aloe,Fresh Soothing Aloe Vera Gel.

About The Face Shop:

Beauty treasure for millions around the globe, Faceshop is a South-Korea based skincare line that provides fabulous goodies for your beauty rituals. Ranging affordable high quality products born from botany, this sensational brand believes on creating products that stem from a lovely concept of 'Science meets Beauty'. In a nutshell, Faceshop is your ultimate dream destination to treat your skin to it's best beautiful.

Product Information:

A moisture-rich soothing gel that contains aloe extract from Jeju Island, the Jeju Aloe Fresh Soothing Gel by Faceshop is your utlimate beauty bet. Enriched with the goodness of Aloe barbadensis, this gel from Jeju Island is made of 99% aloe leaf extract and also contains nine ingredients extracted from natural plants. Known for its medicinal properties, aloe moisturizes and softens the skin. It can also be used as a face mask or for after-sun care. Its formula immediately relieves irritated skin after sun exposure.Here's to superb skin ladies!

"A soothing moisture gel that can be used for moisturizing,calming skin  and as a facial pack and after sun care.Gets applied softly without any stickiness."

• The rich essence of Aloe moisturizes and softens the skin.
• This product is dermatologically tested.
• Created to give you a gorgeous Korean beauty experience.
• Contains aloe vera leave extracts 99% from Jeju Island
• Safety prescription: No paraben, benzophenone, animal oil,mineral oil,artificial coloring
• Contains nine types of herb extracts

How to use the product?

• Softly spread adequate amount on dry areas of face and body.
• Can be used with better freshness when refrigerated.

Price : AED 35 / INR 390

Quantity : 300ml

Shelf-life : 12 months

In Pic : Shown the aloe vera gel(plastic tube packaging)

Ingredients:                                       

In Pic : Shown Ingredients of the aloe vera gel listed on the packaging

My Experience:

Packaging:

Wow! The packaging is really cool.The product comes in a cream-coloured plastic tube packaging.There is a flip open plastic cap(green coloured) attached to the tube.We need to squeeze the tube to take out the product.Very hygienic packaging.All the details like quantity,shelf-life , ingredients etc are mentioned on the tube.The packaging is very sturdy and travel-friendly.But, the tube contains a lot of product due to which you might feel that it is a little heavy to carry along while travelling(in handbag etc). I am ok with the size and weight of the tube.Overall , I am impressed with the packaging.

                

In Pic : Shown flip-open lid of the tube

In Pic : Necessary product-details present on the packaging

Formula & Texture:

The aloe vera gel has got no colour as such.It's a clear gel.It has jelly-like texture.Thin-consistency but, not runny.Very light-weight formula.After applying the gel on the skin , it gives a soothing effect and the skin feels rejuvenated! It doesn't leave any sort of white cast on the skin.

Safety prescription: No paraben, benzophenone, animal oil,mineral oil,artificial coloring. Simply amazing.

                                

In Pic : Shown the actual clear-aloe vera gel

Fragrance:

Yes, the aloe vera gel has got a very natural and refreshing leaf-like(referring to actual aloe-leaf) fragrance that fades away as the time passes.Nothing to worry.Take my word!

Effective?

Yes,totally worth the money.

• The product comes in a gel-form and is non-sticky or greasy.
• The consistency of the product is kind of thin and light weight
• Also the aloe vera gel gets absorbed into the skin in a jiffy. Is'nt that cool?
• Easy to apply on the go.Squeeze out apply ,sit back relax.
• It's a versatile product in my opinion.It can be used as a moisturizer or as a face pack or after sun exposure (sun care) etc.
• Keeps the skin moisturized.Skin feels soft and supple.In short,  it takes care of rough skin nicely.
• It really helps in calming down the skin -irritation / sunburn effect.Hats off!
• Budget-friendly product.So affordable.
• It's suitable for all skin types...seriously true...tried and tested.
• Used on a daily basis,one tube lasted for about a month.

Benefits of using aloe vera gel:

• Apply on your skin.In the long run,it will help in restoring the moisture and will keep the skin healthy
• Use as a hair-mask.It makes the hair stronger and healthier.Also,it nourishes the roots.
• Apply as a sleeping mask and leave it overnight.Get baby soft skin the very next day.
• Apply as a hand moisturizer to keep your hands/feet in good condition...list goes on and on.

Best part of this product is that it's formulated sans Paraben and other harmful chemicals.Yay!!!

Con:

Nothing

Will I re-purchase?

Yes,definitely. It's a wonderful product.Have restocked this product as it's my new found love.

Highly recommend.As you can see I have my new tube ready right here.

                              

          

                                         In Pic : Restocked the Jeju Aloe Fresh Soothing Gel

                                     

Rating : 5/5 

Have you tried this product? Do share your experience.

Check out the product here:

http://www.nykaa.com/the-face-shop-jeju-aloe-fresh-soothing-gel-tube.html

Availability:

In UAE, The Face Shop stores and in India, online www.nykaa.com and in official The Face Shop stores.

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Review : GOSH's Velvet Touch Matt Lipstick Shade 023, Chestnut

Hi All,

Hope you are doing  great!

Today,I am going to review Velvet Touch Matt Lipstick Shade# 023,Chestnut by GOSH Cosmetics(Copenhagen) .


About GOSH Copenhagen:

"GOSH COPENHAGEN is a Danish-based hip and trendy color cosmetics company. Founded in 1945 by Mr. Einer Tjellesen, as a pharmaceutical company, but quickly moved into the cosmetics industry. Our products are sold in over 80 countries and territories.

The GOSH COPENHAGEN brand offers a large selection of products from different products categories: Cosmetics, Fragrances, Hair Care, Face Care and Body Care. We also produce Private Labels such as Pudderdåserne, INK by Dennis Knudsen, Isabell Kristensen, and Caroline Fleming.

Our head office is in Denmark where all the product development, production and distribution takes place. We see no better way than overseeing all the steps ourselves. This way we ensure that all the products under the brand GOSH Copenhagen correspond with our identity and values.

All GOSH COPENHAGEN products are developed on the basis of up-to-the-minute technology and knowledge. The close collaboration with raw material suppliers contributes to ensure the best product quality within the area; and top quality products mean satisfied consumers.

We are dedicated to providing our customers fashionable and high quality products at accessible prices. Our vision is to be one of the leading brands in the semi-selective segment.
Make Your Impression…!
"

Product Information:

GOSH Copenhagen has now added four matt lipsticks to the successful VELVET TOUCH LIPSTICK MATT range, totalling 16 beautiful matt colours inspired by the raw, undisturbed purity of nature and GOSH COPENHAGEN’s Nordic roots.

The Velvet Touch Lipstick collection has added natural waxes and hyaluronic acid to moisturise, smooth and soothe your lips. The active
ingredients also mean that the matt lipsticks feel comfortable on your lips all day long.

• Matt finish
• Smooth and creamy
• Long-lasting, makes lips feel comfortable
• Increased pigment content for intense colour
• Natural waxes keep your lips moisturised and soothed
• Hyaluronic acid keeps your lips well-moisturised and smooth
• No parabens, dermatologically tested

Quantity: 4g / 0.1 oz US

Price: AED 60 / EURO 10.99                                   
                                   

In Pic : Shown the bullet lipstick, shade# 023, Chestnut

Ingredients:

Octyldodecanol.Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate.Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride.Polyethylene.Ethylhexyl Isononanoate.Isoamyl Laurate.CI 77891\Titanium Dioxide.C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate.Cera Alba\Beeswax\Cire d'abeille.Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Cera.Kaolin.CI 77491\Iron Oxides.Synthetic Beeswax.Copernicia Cerifera Cera\Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax\Cire de carnauba.Candelilla Cera\Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax\Cire de candelilla.Hydroxyoctacosanyl Hydroxystearate.CI 77492\Iron Oxides.CI 77499\Iron Oxides.Silica.Ethylhexyl Palmitate.Talc.Trihydroxystearin.Aroma\Flavor.CI 15850\Red 7.Mica.Tocopherol.Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil.Ascorbyl Palmitate.Silica Dimethyl Silylate.Butylene Glycol.Caprylyl Glycol.Phenoxyethanol.Sodium Hyaluronate.Benzyl Alcohol.Hexylene Glycol

Source : https://www.superdrug.com/GOSH/Gosh-Velvet-Touch-Lipstick-Matte-Chestnut-023/p/726348

My Experience:

Shade(023,Chestnut): It's a muted brown shade with mauvy/red undertones...love it:)
Suitable for all skin tones.

Packaging:
•  The lipstick comes in a plastic black-coloured tube,GOSH is written on the lid of the tube
•  Shade-name and number are mentioned at the bottom of the lipstick-tube on a sticker
•  The sticker is colour-coded and matches the lipstick-shade(more or less...true)
•  The packaging is sturdy and travel-friendly
•  Light-weight tube
•  Details like weight and type of lipstick are also mentioned at the bottom(sticker) of the lipstick-tube         
                                 

In Pic : Shown Shade name and number of the lipstick

Formula & Texture:

• Hyaluronic has been used in the lipsticks in this collection...awesome
• The lipstick is called the Velvet Touch Matt lipstick and has a creamy matte-finish(may be because of beeswax, hyaluronic acid)
• The lipstick is very pigmented and glides on smoothly on the lips
• Highly pigmented,in one swipe we get full colour-payoff
• Has very mild vanilla-fragrance


Benfits and importance of Hyaluronic acid:

• Hyaluronic acid is also used as a lip filler in plastic surgery
• Some people apply hyaluronic acid to the skin for healing wounds, burns, skin ulcers, and as a moisturizer
• There is also a lot of interest in using hyaluronic acid to prevent the effects of aging
Source : http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-1062-hyaluronic%20acid.aspx?activeingredientid=1062&

Swatch:
                             

In Pic : Shown the swatch of the lipstick

Effective and worth?
Yes

• Firstly,the brand is cruelty-free and all the products are Paraban free...really cool
• Very comfortable on lips.Need to swipe two to three times to get an intense colour payoff.It can be     toned down and used as MLBB shade as well! Hides lip pigmentation completely.
• Keeps lips moisturized i.e.Hyaluronic acid keeps lips hydrated and smooth
• This lipstick doesn't enhance dry patches on the lips
• The lipstick doesn't bleed,flake or sit into the lip's fine-lines
• It does not stain the lips and wears-off evenly!
• The lipstick has a wear time of around 3 to 4 hours(max)
• Need to do a touch-up after meals as the lipstick fades away evenly.Re-application of the product is easy and the product sits smoothly on the lips

Con:
Nothing

Will I re-purchase?
Yes,I love it so much.It's an amazing shade that can be worn on a daily basis.Very impressed.It looks dark in the tube , but , when applied on the lips it looks muted brown-red kind of shade.Perfect.Love it. Do check this shade out girls!

I highly recommend this lipstick and do check out Velvet Touch Matt lipstick-collection
as there are nice shades out there.

Rating : 5/5

Tip:
Exfoliate your lips before wearing any lipstick specially matte lipsticks else the lipstick will cling to the dry patches on the lips!

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Review : GOSH's Boombastic Swirl Mascara Black Spiral Volume XXL

Hi Beauties!

Hope you are doing great!

Today, I am going to share my thoughts on the GOSH's Boombastic Swirl Mascara Spiral Volume XXL.Shade name : Carbon Black.

About GOSH Copenhagen:
GOSH COPENHAGEN is a young and innovative cosmetics, bath & body and fragrance company based in Denmark. Founded in 1945 as a pharmaceutical company, GOSH COPENHAGEN quickly moved into the cosmetics industry. GOSH COPENHAGEN products are currently sold in more than 75 countries throughout the world.

All product development, production and distribution take place from our head office in Denmark, as we see no better way than overseeing all the steps ourselves. This way we ensure all products under the GOSH COPENHAGEN brand embody our identity and values.

Product Description:

Boombastic Swirl Mascara gives lashes XXL volume and spectacular length. XXL Swirl up volume and spectacular length and a giant swirled rubber brush are the keywords of the new Boombastic Swirl Mascara. The formula of the Boombastic Swirl mascara is full-bodied, creamy and really spreadable. It blackens and thickens the lashes without making them look clumpy or spidery. The added Argan Oil and Bamboo Extract gives lashes a boost whilst a synergy of waxes and olive oil adds nourishing properties to the formula.

The vibrant green container reflects the infused bamboo extract while the artwork brings the swirled brush to mind with the discreet swirled O in Boombastic. The present Boombastic mascara is one of the bestselling mascaras within the GOSH Cosmetics mascara assort­ment and with the new Boombastic Swirl Mascara now added to the Boombastic mascara range, anyone can find a Boombastic mascara for every look and mood.

The brush:
A giant swirled rubber brush with bristles at the tip grabbing even the tiniest lashes for application. The unique spiral shaped combination of bristles and discs creates spectacular volume and length.
• XXL Volume
• Spectacular length
• Giant swirled rubber brush
• Bristels at the tip allows even more precise application
• Argan Oil and Bamboo Extract improves lashes volume and vitality and makes them stronger, nourished and moisturised

Price : AED 80

Quantity : 13 ml /  0.4 fl oz US

Shelf-life : 6 months
                           

In Pic : Shown outer packaging of the mascara

Ingredients :
Aqua\Water\Eau.CI 77499\Iron Oxides.Copernicia Cerifera Cera\Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax\Cire de carnauba.Oryza Sativa Bran Cera.Stearic Acid.Acacia Senegal Gum.Butylene Glycol.Palmitic Acid.Hydrogenated Olive Oil Stearyl Esters.Glyceryl Stearate.VP/Eicosene Copolymer.Polybutene.Synthetic Beeswax.Aminomethyl Propanediol.Phenoxyethanol.
Ozokerite.Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil.Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil.Hydroxyethylcellulose.VP/VA Copolymer.Glycerin.Stearyl Stearate.Bambusa Vulgaris Extract.Tropolone.

Source : https://www.superdrug.com/Make-Up/Eye-Makeup/Mascara/Gosh-Boombastic-Swirl-Mascara-13ml-Black-001/p/499204

My Experience:

Packaging:
The first thing that attracted me towards this product was the packaging indeed.The vibrant neon-green coloured bottle looked amazing and appealing.The details like quantity,shelf-life and shade name are mentioned on the packaging itself.The twist open cap is easy to remove.The mascara-applicator is very different and swirly unlike any other normal looking mascara.Interesting. Sturdy and travel-friendly packaging.Easy to carry in your handbag.

                               

In Pic : Shown GOSH's Boombastic Swirl Mascara Black Spiral Volumn XXL

Formula & Texture:
The formula is neither very wet nor dry,it's just somewhere in between and perfect.It's well balanced.
It dries quickly.The moussy-textured mascara is nicely pigmented and easy to work with.
Need to apply a coat and then wait for it to dry.Then re-apply the product on the lashes.This ensures that we get that desired length.

Effective?
Yes.Kind of.

• Firstly, the formula is so nice that it becomes very easy to play with the mascara.
• The wand is long and the swirly-bristles help in coating each and every eye-lash.
• The bristles at the front of the applicator helps in reaching out the lashes around the inner corner.Be careful and do not poke your eyes.
• Applying two to three coats of the mascara helps in getting lengthened lashes.
• In order to get volume, we need to apply the mascara for about three to four times.
• It holds the curled lashes very well.
• Smudge-proof : Didn't smudge a bit and stayed put whole day.
• Didn't flake at all.Avoid layering a lot of product,else, It will certainly flake.
• Key Ingredients : Argan Oil and Bamboo Extract improves lashes - volume and vitality and makes them stronger.Argan Oil helps in strengthening the hairs in the long run and bamboo extract keeps the lashes moisturized.How cool is that! Makeup that has skincare-ingredients.Amazing.
• It's water resistant to a great extent.Not really waterproof as such.Not that easy to remove using lukewarm water.Need to use a good makeup remover.

                                   

                                                            In Pic : Shown mascara-wand

Con:

• The actual applicator is very huge and it becomes very difficult to push into the bottle at times.Be patient.
• Messy application due to the huge applicator
• Need to keep layering to get desired volume and hence the product starts clumping on the lashes
• Gives no volume to the lashes
• Some people might find this mascara pricy

Will I re-purchase?
No, as I wanna try other mascaras from the same brand. I had tried Crazy Volume mascara earlier and liked it.
But, I recommend Boombastic Swirl mascara to people who are looking for a decent mascara that gives average length to their lashes.It separates the lashes beautifully.Holds up the curls well.

Rating: 3.5/5

Availability:

In UAE,Lifestyle , Centrepoint stores.

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http://www.gosh.ie/product/boombastic-swirl-mascara/

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