Pigment Haul- Inglot & MAC

Hey everyone!

I am back after a shopping spree basically wanted to refill my stock of pigments. If you are wondering which pigments I am talking about, let me tell you- Pigments are highly concentrated loose colors. They are mainly used as eye shadow but can also be used as eyeliner (will tell you how in another post!), some as highlighters. The effect could be anywhere from subtle to intense depending on the application.

So, basically I went to MAC store to pick up two of my favorite pigments- Rose and Blue Brown. Though I found Rose but Blue Brown was as usual out of stock so decided to check Inglot for their AMC Pure Pigment Eye shadow in 85, which is as close as possible to Blue Brown. And while at Inglot store, I decided to pick up a couple more pigments.Without further delay... let me share some pics of my PIGMENT HAUL!!

Inglot AMC Pure Pigment Eye Shadow No.85- This is a blue brown pigment with brown base and blue glitter. It is one of my favorite pigments when I just need to pop up the eyes a bit. It's a beautiful combination and goes very well with the Indian skin tones.

Inglot AMC Pure Pigment Eye Shadow No.86- This is another pretty color with copper base and pinkish purple glitter. It is wonderful when used for brides for reception or cocktail as eye shadow or in center to pop up the eyes. Can also be used to pop up the lips.

Inglot AMC Pure Pigment Eye Shadow No.84- A wonderful color for Indian tones. This was an impulse buy but am glad I picked it up. It is a light copperish base with green glitter pigments. Amazing for brides specially when they are wearing the traditional red outfit. This color gives a nice contrast with green pigments.

MAC Rose- This is another beautiful color and one of my favorites. This can add a bit of glitz and glam anywhere on the face. It is a deep rose pink base with gold glitters. It can be used as eye shadow or highlighter. It can also be mixed with a moisturizer and used as blush. It can also be used a lip color. It is simply an awesome thing to have in your kitty.

The price of Inglot AMC Pure Pigment Eye Shadows is Rs.1100/- for 2 gms pot while the MAC is for Rs.1850/- for 4.5g bottle.

Have you tried pigments? Which Brands and shades are your favorite? Do leave a comment a share your views.

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Oriflame Product Review

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Recently I was contacted by Oriflame to review some of their products. November catalog was shared with me and I was to pick up 3 products of my choice for review. I selected following products-

1. Giordani Gold Bronzing Pearls in Natural Radiance

2. The One Power Shine Lipstick in Trendy Berry

3. Very Me Soft 'N' Glam Eye shadow in Sweet Olive

Let's talk about each product in detail

Giordani Gold Bronzing Pearls in Natural Radiance

Product Description- A simple swirl with the brush and the perfect blend of micro pearls will give your skin a seamless, natural glow and flawless luminescence. Enriched with precious mica and silica minerals for a more radiant look.

My Take- I always get fascinated with things that are different. So bronzing pearls caught my eye and was the first product that I ordered for. Though I was a bit disappointed with the packaging, the plastic bowl and the flap lid in dirty yellow color... When the product name says gold, I was expecting something better. There is a sponge to keep the beads in place.

Anyways, coming to the product now- the beads are pink and brownish. I used a blush brush to apply, the color is not very intense but the shine is. Very difficult to get color in the picture even after building up. I would prefer to use it as a highlighter than as a blush.

Rating- 4/5

The One Power Shine Lipstick in Trendy Berry

I went ahead and ordered this lipstick as I am a big fan of shimmer and glitter and love it even more on lips in a subtle way.

Product Description- Medium coverage lipstick in pearly shades with ultra-reflective MetaShine pearls for amplified shine. Infused with caring LipKiss Complex for softer, smoother lips and even more shine.

My Take on the Product- The lipstick is everything it promise. Medium coverage, gives good shine and keep your lips moisturized. The color is a pretty pink-berry. It stays on comfortably for 4 hours without any lip primer or lip liner and beyond that, the color starts fading but the shine stays.

In all, very happy with the product.

The One Power Shine Lipstick in Trendy Berry- without flash

The One Power Shine Lipstick in Trendy Berry- with flash

Rating- 5/5

Very Me Soft 'N' Glam Eye shadow in Sweet Olive

I have been on a look out for green eye shadow for a while now and love to try them wherever I find one, hence picked this one.

Product Description- The eye shadow duo that’s as versatile as your mood! Apply it dry for a soft, shimmering finish; apply it wet for intense metallic glamour.

My Take on the Product- This eye shadow duo comes in a clear plastic packaging. There is an olive green and a dark moss green color. The colors are not very intense. One swipe doesn't show much. If used wet, it looks better with metallic effect. Overall, nothing great but not bad either.

Rating- 3.5/5

The overall experience was fairly good. Would love to try few more products here

How do you like Oriflame products? Have you tried any of the above products? How do you like them? Please comment and share your views.

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My Nail Art Experiments

Hey Everyone,
Every year I try to do something that I have never done before and if it sustains my interest, I try to master is over a period. So, this year my fascination took me to nails. I was always infatuated with nails though toe nails had higher priority than finger nails but then I got nail extensions for my finger nails and wanted to try nail art. I started with nail art and moved on to doing extensions etc.

Sharing few of my nail art designs

#ChristmasNailArt

#ChristmasNailArt

#ChristmasNailArt

#BlackandGoldNailArt

#BlackandWhiteNailArt

#PeacockNailArt

How do you like them. Please share your view in the commets

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Guest Post- 10 MakeUp Tips to Look Gorgeous this Winter by Gayathry Pillai

Sweaty summers are gone and cool winters have finally stepped in. The days are getting shorter and cold nights are getting longer. It's time for getting yourself prepared to welcome winter. Being beautiful always during winter is not that easy. You need to be specific when it comes to all the products that you use during winter season. It should match with your skin type and tone as well.

A lot of things are needed to be taken care of when it comes to makeup during the winter. In fact, a whole revamping of your makeup kit will be needed to get a gorgeous look during winters. Have a look at 10 makeup tips you should follow this winter to look gorgeous. Make sure you imply them on your routine so that you do not fall out…

Before starting of with the makeup, make sure that you apply moisturizer on your body to keep is soft, supple and moist. Winters can make your skin go dry and chapped. So apply any good body moisturizer twice daily. Oil based moisturizer will be more suitable for the season rather than the water based one. Buy moisturizer at affordable rates from Snapdeal.

Make sure that you use any good oil based face cream on your face to avoid over dryness of the skin. Any branded face cream that suits your skin tone is a good choice. Apply a little of it on your face and spread it evenly for a smooth finish.

If you are too particular in using foundation, make sure that you use a light matte or a soufflé as it can sync well with the winter look. Also try for tinted powder with slight shimmer to get a perfect winter look. Buy branded foundation online from Flipkart at the lowest price.

Using bronzer during this season will make you look gorgeous. The season demands a subtle look during the day time and a bright look during the night.

Play with your eyes this season because it will enhance the beauty of your face. Define your eyes with black or brown. Go for the smoky look which would be a perfect one for the season. Make sure that you highlight all your best features including eyes, lips and brows.

Do not forget to use dark shades for your lips. Use red lipstick as the season demands it. Moreover it will add more color and glamour to your winter look.

Any bright color goes well with this season but one can also opt for neutral shades as well if they prefer. Nude, pink, browns, greys- try them too!

Do not salivate your lips as it will make them chapped and drier. Use lip balms frequently whenever you feel your lips are getting dry.

Light shades will be the best choice if you are using the blush. Go for the pinks, corals, browns, and even gold this season. Choose the right color based on your skin tone.

Last but not the least, give a care to your hair as well as your hairstyle does create an impact on how you look with your makeup on. High chances are there for your hair to become frizzy during this season. Use defrizzer on your hair so that it can be well-maintained.

Author- Gayathry Pillai

Chill Out! Says Pantone with Colours of the Year 2016

Today Pantone decided to announce the 'Color(s) of Year' 2016. Pantone is the world-renowned authority on color and provider of color systems and leading technology for the selection and accurate communication of color across a variety of industries. The PANTONE® name is known worldwide as the standard language for color communication from designer to manufacturer to retailer to customer.

Every year, Pantone announces the Color of the year, which then becomes the sought after color in that year and most of the color trends- fashion, beauty, make up, interiors revolve around that color both in Spring and Fall.

In 2015, the Color of the Year was MARSALA and the Color of the Year before that were

Source: www.pantone.com

And the Colors of the Year 2016 are ROSE QUARTZ and SERENITY ... Yes, this is the first time when Pantone came up with two colors of year. After the rustic, robust and earthy Marsala from 2015, Rose Quartz and Serenity are soft, muted, calming and relaxing! That is just what Pantone says with these two colors that the world needs to relax and chill out!

"Joined together, Rose Quartz and Serenity demonstrate an inherent balance between a warmer embracing rose tone and the cooler tranquil blue, reflecting connection and wellness as well as a soothing sense of order and peace." says Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. With modern day stresses, people are always on a look out for an antidote in the form of relaxation and wellness, the two colors are aimed toward that.

Source: www.pantone.com

Rose Quartz is a persuasive yet gentle tone that conveys compassion and a sense of composure. Serenity is weightless and airy, like the expanse of the blue sky above us, bringing feelings of respite and relaxation even in turbulent times.

The colors can be joined easily with other mid-tones including greens and purples, rich browns, and all shades of yellow and pink. Add in silver or hot brights for more splash and sparkle.

My Take on Rose Quartz and Serenity

Although the colors come across as Baby Colors- Blue for a Boy and Pink for a Girl but with these colors Pantone intends to lead society towards Gender Equality and making a consumer use color as a form of expression rather than a stereotype... I like the concept!

The merging of cool and warm brings about a sense of balance. 

Rose Quartz could be a great neutral and can be used as a nude in outfits, accessories and footwear. Although will not work very well in makeup for Indian skin tones, however nail paints in this color are always classic. An interesting color for precious and fine jewellery... I am looking forward to make the maximum with this color. Incidentally, it is also one of my favorite colors

As for Serenity, I won't say it's a favorite too as I am not really fond of this muted blue tone and specially for Indian skin tones, I do not recommend it to be used in larger quantity. It can be used as accents in outfits, accessories. An interesting color to be used as highlighter in makeup and nail paints will work well.

In the end, I would wind up the post by saying that I love the concept of two colors trying to bring about a change in society!! Let's see howto make best of these colors in 2016.

What do you think of the two colors? Do leave a comment and share your views

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