Month: October 2016

REVIEW : NARS VELVET LIP GLIDE

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“Velvet lip glide is soft, yet strong. Effortless and intense. Polished and provocative. It encourages you not to compromise. Glide on strength. Go with it. See where it takes you.”—François Nars

“This season, NARS also takes lips to a whole new level with the new Velvet Lip Glide. The new liquid lipstick strikes the perfect balance between softness and strength, coverage and comfort in a full range of colours.Oil Infusion Complex also allows for a smooth-glide effect, instantly delivering saturated colour with sensorial comfort.”

This highly-saturated lip color combines covetable comfort and confident shades in one smooth move. Its wand coats like a lipstick, yet glides on like a gloss. The finish is semi-matte, long-lasting, and non-drying for luscious, vibrant lips. Water lily flowers and white tea extract are infused into this hybrid lip glide for antioxidant protection and ultimate hydration
I was so excited for this new launch by NARS ever since I saw these Velvet Lip Glides on their Instagram account.
All the shades are pretty awesome and fun to play with, choose from – reds, plums, pinks, coral and nude.oh man! I’m drooling!
I totally feel that these shades will suit every skin tones!

Packaging:
The packaging of Velvet Lip glides looks real chic and goes very well with the whole concept!
Formula / Texture:
The formula is between lipstick and lipgloss that is hydrating, richly pigmented,
The finish is not overly glossy but its definitely very creamy , reflective looking and comfortable to wear

The applicator glides easily on the lips and packs good amount of product at a time
that is more like a cream sheen gloss with a non-tacky consistency.
It can be rightly called a liquid lipstick

The most interesting part is the pigmentation.(a makeup freak always asks for decent pigmentation right?? )
Velvet lip glides offers great pigmentation in just ONE swipe that gives lips a plumper, fuller look.. so a big yay !!!!!!

PLAYPEN
A very wearable, coral-pink kind of shade, which will look extremely flattering for day time fresh makeup look ,A must try shade!
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BOUND
This one had me interested on the very first glance! A very pretty mauvy-rose-pink shade looks good on every makeup look.. a perfect everyday lip shade
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NO.54
Call it love at first sight..the most insanely pigmented and long lasting shade extremely gorgeous, classic red which is utterly creamy. LOVE IT
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As The texture is little glossy it cannot stay for insanely long period , it stays for good 2 hours,
After two to three hours, they tend to look more like a natural finish without washing off the color from the lips .

Overall, I absolutely love this, very easy to work with ! If you’re done with your mattes then its high time to get your hands on this , Call It a pigmented cream gloss or a glossy lipstick NARS really nailed it!!

Available in 12 vibrant, richly-pigmented hues.

  • Stripped – beige pink.
  • Mineshaft – poppy red.
  • Unlaced – nude pink.
  • No.54 – raspberry red.
  • Playpen – pink coral.
  • Le Palace – deep cherry red.
  • Bound – rose pink.
  • Unspeakable – garnet.
  • Danceteria – fuchsia.
  • Toy – deep aubergine.
  • La Main Bleue – rich berry.
  • Area – rich chestnut.

“Named after the iconic venues and new attitude that emerged from the sexual revolution of the ‘70’s, Velvet Lip Glide shade names capture the freedom of personal power and play.”

Price : 145 AED
Available EXCLUSIVELY at SEPHORA 

 
Stay tuned for my review on the new  NARS sclupting DUO …

Much LOVE,
Zeee

Beauty Hacks : USING OLIVE OIL

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How i use OLIVE OIL FOR #BEAUTY USES


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If you’ve never used ❤ olive oil ❤ as part of your beauty regimen, you’re in for a real treat. It is rich in squalane, a natural emollient that is great for your #nails, lips,hair, and skin. In addition, it is packed with  Vitamins A & E and polyphenols that make it popular in many prepackaged beauty products. You can use it at home as part of your routine to:

~Deep condition your hair: Weekly, give hair and scalp a massage with slightly heated olive oil applied liberally. Comb through hair and let set for at least an hour or two. Shampoo hair to remove oil and thoroughly rinse. This will leave you with unbeatable shine and healthier looking hair with fewer split ends.

~Substitute for daily hair conditioner: A small amount of olive oil applied after shampooing can be substituted for hair conditioner. Apply a small drop into your palm & then rub both hands together & then apply it to dry hair.

~Remove makeup: Using a cotton swab, dab a bit under your eyes, on your cheeks and forehead, then wipe with a damp cloth. Finish by using a gentle cleanser. Your skin will be soft and smooth. Olive oil is a great option for those with sensitive skin.

~Soft Lips :Just dab on your finger and smear to relieve dry and chapped lips

~Soften dry and cracked feet: A little extra virgin olive oil makes a fabulous

~Replace shaving cream:Do you have sensitive skin? Be gentle with your legs by using olive oil as a shaving cream. Olive oil is a safe and organic alternative for shaving foam and results in a close shave that is less expensive and leaves your legs feeling silky and smooth.

~Use as a massage oil: You can create a mixture of organic oils: extra virgin olive oil, grapeseed oil, coconut oil, in equal parts along with a small amount of jojoba or almond oil and vitamin E as a preservative that keeps your skin smooth and soft.

~Get healthy skin:Olive oil is a great skin moisturizer, in part because it contains linoleic acid, a compound not made by the body, but which prevents water from evaporating. It also contains a polyphenols hydroxytyrosol, an antioxidant that reinforces cell walls and reduces signs of aging..Splash your face with water before applying.

~Clean makeup brushes:Mix olive oil with a tsp of dishwashing liquid. Rub a small amount on the brush and wipe the brush back and forth on the palm of your hand, then rinse.

~ Body exfoliant: Mix 1 cup sweet almond oil with 1 cup salt (Epsom salts, fine or coarse sea salt, brown sugar etc.). Add a few drops of essential oil. After a shower, rub some of it over your body for a stimulating exfoliation.

~Anti Wrinkle for undereye: Apply some olive oil on your under-eye skin and massage it gently. Leave overnight and wakeup with soft hydrated eyes

Hope you Liked this post ❤

xoxo
Zeee :*

 

RevitaLash

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 Revitalash- RevitaBrow Serum

After reading so many reviews and people rave about this lash and brow serum, I had to try them out for myself

I have Started using this product a month ago ,
And im really excited to say !! YASss !! No doubt This products does work
I could definately notice the improvement

It did not happen over night but one can truly see the difference.
Specially i could see the difference on my eyebrows , My brows are thicker, longer, and more full.
If directions are followed and used daily results can be seen in as little as 4 weeks

Lash advance :

Discover the beauty of your natural lashes. RevitaLash Advanced is an amazing advance in eyelash conditioning and beautification technology. Our scientifically designed formula helps provide you with glamorous, iconic-looking eyelashes that you desire.


The Revitalash applicatior is similar to any random eyeliner brush , for an easily application.

Priced : 550 AED
Brow advance

Get beautifully shaped eyebrows quickly and easily with the help of RevitaBrow ADVANCED. RevitaBrow ADVANCED uses the power of peptides and botanicals for strengthening and conditioning.


The applicator is similar to a lipgloss wand which allows to pick more product and spread evenly …

Priced : 450 AED
  • Clinically Tested 
  • Hypoallergenic 
  • Non-irritating

It can last upto good 2-3 month …

**I use it every night so that it works its magic while im dreaming 😁
My lashes & brows are more fluffed out now , moisturized, healthy looking and they fall out less frequently
It does what it claims
I am amazed at the result. Would definitely recommend. 🙂 for the beauties like me who wants fuller lashes and brows ❤️

New Sensai cellular performance Day Cream-  SPF 25 

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ABOUT SENSAI CELLULAR PERFORMANCE DAY CREAM

SENSAI’s CELLULAR PERFORMANCE DAY CREAM is designed to prevent oxidation in the skin’s cells with green tea extract which is claimed to protect the skin from stress with yeast extract and white mustard seed extract, both of which help preserve the levels of ‘stress-defence protein’ that naturally exists in the skin’s cells.

A feather-light comforting cream with UV-protection for defence against skin-ageing factors. The zesty fragrance elevates the spirit every day.

Apply each morning as step 2 of Double Moisturising.

Sensai beauty products are quite famous and yes expensive , their key ingredient is what make it luxuries and that is premium Koishimaru Silk extract

It also contains :

  • White Mustard Seed extract which are indeed very rich in phyto-nutrients, minerals, vitamins and anti-oxidants
  • Green Tea Extract, a powerful anti-oxidant

I was very excited to try out their day cream Which has spf 25 , good 2 in 1 product it does the trick,I really like the texture of it, It went on smoothly and gave a little dewey look to my face (not greasy ) and within a few minutes had completely sunk into my skin.
The cream is very light which makes my face feel & look healthy. It smelt amazing on application, but not so strong Its a  light peach (not white) cream that sinks into skin easily & Absorbs very well. I wear this under my foundation sometimes and it doesn’t seem to interfere with the look of it.

Performance wise I cannot say enough good things about this moisturiser. After using it for about 2 weeks I noticed a definite improvement in the tone and texture of my skin. The dry patches are no longer a problem for me!
Im not sure wether oily skin people might like this, it’s not going to work the same exact way for everyone as its working for my skin ,

So I recommend doing a patch test before you buy this products ❤️
Overall I rate this cream a 8/10

Available in a 50ml tube at AED 540 ( Paris Gallery )

LUSH Fresh Face Mask – LOVE LETTUCE 

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Lush Love Lettuce Fresh Face Mask
Softer, balanced skin that you’ll love

What does it do?

Brighten your complexion with nutrient-rich agar seaweed gel, soothing and moisturising honey and almond oil, and gently exfoliating almond shells. This mask is simply fragranced with French lavender, which has a calming effect on the mind and helps to balance the skin’s sebum production. Smooth a generous layer of this mask onto your face and leave for 10 to 15 minutes.

Ingredients –

Agar Agar Gel (Gelidium cartilagineum) , Kaolin , Honey , Fullers Earth , Glycerine , Almond Oil (Prunus dulcis) , Ground Almond Shells (Prunus dulcis) , Ground Almonds (Prunus dulcis) , Lavender Oil (Lavandula augustifolia) , Chlorophyllin , *Geraniol , *Limonene , *Linalool , Fragrance . *Occurs naturally in essential oils

How to use-

Cleanse your face and pat dry. Smooth a good dollop of Fresh Face Mask over your entire face, making sure to avoid the eyes and mouth. Leave the mask on for about ten minutes (do not let the mask dry completely). Now is a good time to read the latest LUSH Times! …And finally, wash off with warm water and follow with your favorite toner and moisturizer.

Im a big sucker for LUSH,All the lush products smells amazing and are so relaxing. one of my favorite range from Lush is their Fresh Face Masks , I’ve literally tried everything, and my most Used mask is catastrophe cosmetic and cupcake… trust me guy its beyond amazing…

So as you guys know , Lush staffs are the most fun person you’ll ever meet in your life , they are very friendly and always cheerful
One of them helped me alot with my skin issues, by skin issues I mean ” dry | sensitive | alligator textured skin | ” LOL …
I told him about what I was looking for and my skin type and he recommended me to try LOVE LETTUCE face mask !

I immediately purchased and tried it on the same day..
LOVE LETTUCE has a very calming Lavender fragrance to it , which is so soothing and as its mentioned above , Lavender Oil helps to balance skins Sebum production, which is also great to keep our skin healthy and glowy !!

It also has other awesome ingredients i.e

  • Agar Agar | Fuller Earth – great for detoxifying and tightening
  • Kaolin – soothes and nourish the skin
  • Honey – antibacterial and anti aging
  • Almond oil – skin softening
  • Almond shells – skin polishing (for exfoliation)
  • Glycerin– moisturizing

Amazing Right ?

After I used this mask , I noticed my skin was glowing, very hydrated and bright.
it is very soothing for the skin,
It has a very nice smell and it goes on nice and smoothly. I use every alternate days,and keep it refrigerated!!

I apply it on my clean  face and leave it on for about 20 minutes (can go longer if you want). when I’m ready to take it off I rub my skin gently in circular motion..A little time consuming and messy to take off..
This mask really kicked off my LUSH skin care routine and I am definitely going to repurchase it again!

Overall,this face mask is perfect if you’re looking for a natural glow and calming the skin,I wish I had discovered it sooner! But its never too late to try out new things for yourself 😉

Price : 70 AED 

Which mask is your favorite?? Do let me know ❤️

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Molton Brown – Rose Absolute Collection

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Molton Brown, London’s fragrance experts, unmask their dramatic new floral collection, Rosa Absolute.

An intriguingly voluptuous, classic Italian red rose extracted in its purest, most concentrated form. 

The new collection is inspired by the ancient Italian tradition of sub rosa signifying secrecy, where roses were painted on the ceilings of banquet rooms as a reminder that words spoken should remain confidential.

The story behind the fragrance and campaign brings this secrecy to life through the mysterious paintings of Lombardia’s Late Renaissance period with their deep hues and hidden symbolism. 

“Rosa Absolute holds the secrets of a darkly  luxuriant red rose,” describes creator Nathalie Koobus of Fragrances Essentielles. “Blackcurrant, raspberry and strawberry evoke a rich magenta shade; spiced up by red berries, cinnamon and clove. Intoxicating rose absolute and violet leaf unfold into an accord of cedarwood, patchouli and sandalwood.
The potency of patchouli and labdanum give a long-lasting finish. Intensely alluring and full of opulence.” 
To celebrate this impassioned fragrance, 

Molton Brown, supplier of toiletries to Her Majesty the Queen, are proudly displaying 
the Royal Arms for the first time in polished 
silver ink on their bottles, making this collection a truly luxurious indulgence.

Rosa absolute is my new obsession, LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS ,If you are someone who loves deep passionate , musky rose and sensual scent than this one is definitely for you !!

Both Shower Gel & Body Lotion is Moisturizing and very Luxurious to use , Its like you are surrounded with Bouquets of fresh roses or a bath tub covered with rose petals..

   Ahhhhhhhhhhh-mazing 

I find it very gentle for the skin and very hydrating as it contains rose oil and other awesome ingredients ..

Smells so fresh , Beautiful & uplifting.
It really calms & soothes my soul , I’m addicted to Rosa Absolute and I do recommend this to everyone

Lathers easily in a rich foam while the scent lingers on the skin gorgeously!! ( cleanses well too )
Although they’re a bit expensive but They are superb quality with long lasting alluring scent and hydration!

Overall, Im hooked,It keeps my skin well hydrated and away from dryness..
And ofcourse it Smells DIVINE ………………

It is perfect for the mornings or the evening
Or for the days you want to feel sexy ! 😉

AVAILABLE IN MOLTON BROWN STORES IN ( THE DUBAI MALL-MALL OF THE EMIRATES )
MOLTON BROWN ROSA ABSOLUTE :

BATH & SHOWER GEL : 129 AED (300ML)
BODY LOTION : 170 AED (300ML)

Have you tried any of the Molton Brown Rosa Absolute collection yet?

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Fragrance Review : Les Belles de Nina – Luna By Nina Ricci

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INSPIRATION
Lightness, instinct, sensuality

It is a fragrance, with exquisite curves and gourmand accents, to the cascading laughter and thrills of young girls. An unprecedented fragrance dedicated to life’s explorers.

RANGE
A fragrance with a vibrant intensity

A magnetic apple in blue and night hues. A leather tie delicately surrounds the neck while two quivering and determined golden leaves, abound with fine promises.

Eau de Toilette – 80 ml, 50 ml and 30 ml

FRAGRANCE
Bold, irresistible and mysterious

Opting for a daring candied everlasting flower, a gourmand woody floral.
The flight is beautiful. A captivating duo. Juicy and bright. Orange blossom and wild berries are tamed.
Right in the heart. Noble and proud, white everlasting flower is intoxicated with caramel. A new experience, a rare addiction. Subtle toasted notes and honey accents.
Then carnal vanilla intrigues sandalwood. Vibrant and insolent sensuality.

LUNA keeps the symbolism and shape of an apple. Colored in blue, decorated with gold leaves and black leather around its neck, it represents the night, the moonlit version of the fairytale fruit.
Notes :-
Top notes: wild berries, orange blossom
Heart: caramel, immortal
Base: sandalwood, vanilla

I was super excited to try this New launch Fragrance !
An apple shape bottle which is so perfect for your beauty desk 🙂

LUNA is absolutely sensual ,Girly and mysterious scent

Well balanced between sweet and woody florals.
It opens with a sheer orange blossom mixed with wild berries that fades away fast and woody florals take place.
Vanilla in this is luxurious and heavy & caramel is noticeable too. {Its not overpowering sweet}It gets bit musky in the dry down from the sandalwood note, which smells so gorgeous!!

They all are blended very well together as they give a nice warmth feeling ..

It’s definitely more suited for a youngsters or ( young at heart ) 😉 so girly , friendly and sexy!! 

LONGEVITY :  lasts a decent amount of time for me, somewhere around 3 hours but wish that it had more staying power.

 

it can be a good every day fragrance.


Available : (Wojooh, Sephora, Paris Gallery, Harvey Nichols, Debenhams, Areej)
Price :  80 ML – AED 345 

 

Skincare Review : Esthederm Intensif Hyaluronic Serum®

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ABOUT SERUM :
Moisturizing mask with high levels of Hyaluronic® to instantly target sever dehydration.Hyaluronic acid is a molecule that is naturally present in the skin and it is the skin’s water reserve. Intensif Hyaluronic® Serum is made from a patented complex of three different forms of hyaluronic acid that penetrate the deep layers of the epidermis in order to redensify tissue by filling it with water.

USE CONDITIONS :
Apply to the face, neck and décolleté under the Intensif Hyaluronic Cream in the morning and/or evening. 
Used by itself, this cream is ideal for men, oily skin and in the summer.
Use as a 2-month intensive treatment for best results.

The skin is instantly intensely hydrated: supple, luminous, comfortable. Wrinkles and fine lines are filled in from the inside.
Boosts the effects of the Intensif Hyaluronic Cream.

ACTION :
Fills in wrinkles and fine lines by rehydrating the surface layers of the skin. Instantly plumps up the skin at the surface and more deeply.

FOR WHO ?
Intense dryness, wrinkles and fine lines.

RESULTS
The skin is instantly intensely hydrated: supple, luminous, comfortable. Wrinkles and fine lines are filled in from the inside.

MY THOUGHTS
It took me years and years to find a perfect serum for my skin type , I have tried so many serums and I do love few of them but none of them has reached to my HG list !!

But Now I Have found someone,And i can proudly share with you how amazing this product is and how it got into my HG list :

So without further ado, lets get started with the review :-

This is my first time using Esthederm product !!!
The first time I used this serum was at night and when I woke up, I was totally surprised to find how soft and smooth my skin was.

Intensif Hyaluronic Serum is great for dry skin , its intensely hydrating that treats your skin as well as prepares it for makeup.

It also provides a wonderful glow and can be used with any other skincare product. I highly recommend this for aging skin.
It feels like my skin has been thirsty for years, and this serum is the best drink for it , absorbs well without being too greasy or too dry.

And as I said earlier, its a great base for smooth makeup application..
I use one pump (thats enough for the entire face / neck) & massage it in circular motion.
* MORNING and NIGHT (after cleansing)

Gives perfect amount of radiance and balance to the skin also it feels like it’s ‘lifting’ my skin.

Overall,
This serum leaves my skin
•Soft..
•Moisturized..
•Dewy..
•Plumed..
•Supple and smooth..
•Makeup application is effortless ..

I’m truly in love with the entire esthederm products , its working great for my skin and stay tuned , more reviews are coming up !! 😉

Definitely recommending to everyone who is hunting for a serum to treat their dehydrated skin/wrinkles/uneven skintone …

Whats  your HG serum ?? 🙂

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Fragrance Review : Dunhill Icon Elite -for MEN

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Dunhill Icon Elite  -for MEN

Dunhill’s commitment to using only the finest ingredients is fully reinforced in its latest expression of olfactory masculinity, an effortless representation of core characteristics of the dunhill man. ICON Elite is an expression of exclusivity in the continuing journey to define all facets of the modern British gentleman.

The Man

Attentive to detail, he is uncompromising in his search for excellence. His character and style is one of timeless elegance and refined manners, inherited from his deep appreciation for tradition and the finer things in life. He divides his time between town and country embodying the best of British luxury, whether home or abroad. Combined with his fragrance, he radiates confidence without arrogance, appeal without ego. Quite simply, he is a dunhill man.

The Fragrance

The soul of the fragrance is constructed around a core blend of notes: Sicilian Bigarade, Vetiver and Sandalwood. This is the signature of the fragrance.

The robust spice accord of the Cardamon and Black Pepper adds more depth and force whilst a Heart Blue Sage and Juniper affirms elegance. Finally a masculine combination of Ebony Wood contrasts with a Black Suede to convey fine craftsmanship and exquisite quality of materials.

The Design

Taking inspiration from Alfred Dunhill’s rich British motoring heritage, ICON Elite’s uniquely masculine bottle design – now immortalised in sleek onyx glass – carries the brand’s illustrious DNA through its signature engine-turned pattern.

Icon Elite is a new edition to Dunhill Icon collection.
Best describes as Aromatic | Woody | Fresh yet warm & spicy.

This is a very Luxurious masculine fragrance,I can’t really tell what notes I am smelling first because its all blended very well.
Opening of the fragrance is sharp , medium spicy & a bit aquatic, some aromatic cardamom to lighten things up, soon felt the presence of a beautiful earthy vetiver and ebony wood..

Let it settle for few minutes and you’ll be greeted with an intense , fresh aromatic scent!
it’s all well balanced by the woody and spicy notes !

One of the most universal masculine fragrances

•Wear it regularly for office 
•Day – Night
•Autumn to Spring
Any occasion, this perfume is timeless for any guy.

I think this could be a great mix/ layering scent,
Although this scent is quite similar to some of the masculine fragrances in the market but DUNHILL ICON ELITE screams quality!

OVERALL,
It is confident, classy, absolutely modern and pleasantly well mannered.

The ultimate fragrance! I love the fact that my man now owns this masterpiece 😉, It gets better each time He wears it 😍

SILLAGE: Great
LONGEVITY: 3-4hours
SCENT: Classic
BOTTLE: Elegant

This is going to be a PERFECT gift FOR THE MEN IN YOUR LIFE ❤️

Do you Love Masculine scents ??