Makeup Artist on Tour

Clinique at your RESCUE….

2009-05-24T04:17:00.000-07:00

Did you know that environmental assaults and internal stress can jointly damage your skin?
Did your regular sun protection give you claimed UVA protection other than UVB protection?
Does your moisturizer improve your skin’s natural defenses to protect from environmental damage?

These questions are quite intriguing and for most of them we have NO as an answer. Well let me answer that for you. Yes we have Clinique’s New Superdefense Age Defense Moisturizer that does all those things that I was talking about.

Super defense is one of its genre moisturizer that is known to give multi benefits in a single jar or like a genie in the jar. Its advanced formulation and patented red micro algae extract which comes from the coast of Israel is known t fight stress induced damage to the skin.

So what is it: -
It’s a daytime moisturizer with sun protection that helps protect the skin’s natural defenses and prevent first visible signs of aging due to both environmental assaults and stress.

And what does it do: -
Its comforts the skin while protecting its natural defenses and helps fade lines and wrinkles thanks to the red algae extract, cat’s claw plant and advanced moisturizers. Its also helps promote overall skin health and protect against premature aging with encapsulated anti oxidants like Vit.C and E. It also provides comfortable broad spectrum protection against UVB:UVA rays in the ratio of 3:1 with a floating matrix system to minimize risk of irritation to sunscreens. The marine derived plant extract strengthens skin’s barrier functions and improves skin’s defenses.

Its an allergy tested, 100% fragrance free and dermatologist developed product available in custom fit formulations according to different skin types. Clinique does type the skin for you for which you could visit one of their counters or stores in India or get an online consultation at http://www.clinique.in/

Super defense is priced at Rs.2600 for 50 ml and Rs.1750 for 30 ml. sizes for Very dry to dry, Dry- combination and Combination oily to oily skin types. Use it with Clinique’s 3 step system and see you skin looking great and glowing.

I strongly advice to women on the go who do not have too much of time to take care of their skin and are looking for something like this.

Till then,

Ciao

Blushed like never before........

2009-05-21T00:17:00.000-07:00

Clinique this summer is on a spree to produce stunning beauty innovations to mesmerize its clients as always. Clinique India launches one of its kind blushes, the Quick Blush. A messiah for a woman-on-the-go this blush has a built in brush that ensures quick application and a flushed skin within seconds. An ideal for all, this blush is value for money as you dont have to invest in a blush brush and the brush is big enough to go well on any face shape but perfectly shaped to give just the right amount of color.

Clinique says, “ Powder blush made easy, mess free and perfectly portable. A gentle twist reveals a plush brush automatically primed with a satin-soft color, ready to sweep on a natural blush. Easily builds, blends smoothly. Hold color filled cap, twist case to load color and open brush. Swivel back into case and re-cap.”

This amazing blush is launched in all Clinique stores in India and comes in 3 colors,

Minute Mocha

Peach in-the-pinch

Pronto pink

Hurry Honey

In a rush Blush

Berry on time

And is priced at Rs.1785.

How to use: -
Match the blush shade with a coordinated lip color, mascara and liner and see yourself transform into a diva. Btw the blush is 5 g. in size and lasts really long and is at the base of the casing where the brush could touch it. Another benefit is that the blush inside the casing is safe from breakage unless of course someone is determined to break it.

Till then,
Ciao

Clarins is coming along riding all the way…..

2008-12-29T05:29:00.000-08:00

Yeah its true and you’d say the same things after you look at the new palettes Clarins brings this holiday called Chic & Glam. Very opulent packaging and of course a beautiful sequined pouch with every palette and what more do you want to look spectacular on a new year’s eve.
These well constructed palettes come with 3 eyeshadows, compact, small mascara and 2 lip colors packed in this very chic black box that reminds me of mummy’s bracelet jewelry boxes.

They are priced at Rs.2400 and come in 3 editions. Each has a unique identity and a unique way of expression. Though these palettes are for night time new year parties, they still would look good in the day time when applied with a lighter hand.

The three editions are: -

Clarins Chic & Glam Chic Black

3 Eye Shadows: Mystic Plum, Star Grey, and Midnight Grey

2 Lipglosses: Red Grape and Rose Fizz

Clarins Wonder Volume Mascara in Black

Face Powder

Black Clutch

Sponge, Eye Brush, Lip Brush, and Mirror

Clarins Chic & Glam Trendy Gold

3 Eyeshadows: Warm Gold, Sun Bronze, Candy Rose

2 Lip Gloss Shades: Rose Cocktail and Milk Chocolate

Clarins Wonder Volume Mascara in Black

Face Powder

Gold Clutch

Sponge, Eye Brush, Lip Brush, and Mirror

Clarins Chic & Glam Classy Silver

3 Eyeshadows: Purple Lilac, Smoky Grey, White Snow

2 Lip Gloss Shades: Raspberry Pop and Bubble Gum

Clarins Wonder Volume Mascara in Wonder Black

Face Powder

Silver Clutch

Sponge, Eye Brush, Lip Brush, and Mirror

So if you are still hunting for the right products now you know where to go. My friend and makeup artist at Clarins, Mr.Unaid Ansari would be overjoyed to see you and give you excellent tips on makeup and skin care for winters (winters have really started here in Mumbai as well) and anywhere else in India. Do call up Clarins at your place for stock availability and consultation with a makeup genius.

Till then,
Keep rocking and have a wonderful new year….

Ciao

Beauty's marrying Technology…..Lancome's Oscillation

2008-12-21T05:42:00.000-08:00

Have you used a battery operated camera?
Have you used a batter operated hair trimmer for shaving?
Have you used a battery operated toothbrush?

I guess most of us would like to say “yes”. But answer this, “Have you used battery operated mascara?” and I’m so sure anyone would get stumped. But that’s true.

Sometimes researchers in the field of beauty really think out of the box or rather have taken technology very seriously. Right from electronic nose hair trimmer to a mascara that works on batteries, these are some milestone in technology I believe for the world of science.

Lancôme and Estee Lauder have an answer for this. Although I’m not very sure about Estee Lauder’s battery operated vibrating mascara coming to India, Lancôme is. This new mascara from Lancôme is famously known as Oscillation.

Gone are the days when women used to struggle wiggling the mascara wand at the roots of lashes. The new technique involves horizontal combing as the mascara wand itself does the wiggling action. Doesn’t it sound very 21st century-ish? Its somehow become easier to apply mascara just the way professional makeup artists do and get the same result in a pain free manner.

What is Oscillation by Lancôme? (Some of these are the excerpts from the Lancôme site and information.)
Oscillation is a battery operated mascara known to vibrate mimicking the wiggling action. Press the button and experience a breakthrough sensation in application. In one easy new gesture, let the vibrating brush combined with an exquisitely smooth formula wrap every lash up to 360°.Instantly see a fascinating gaze: lashes appear ultimately extended, remarkably separated, and virtually multiplied in number.

What are the benefits and technology?
It’s called as a Powermascara. With 7,000 micro-oscillations per minute, it extends, separates and multiplies lashes, giving you a false lash effect at the touch of a button.

Micro-oscillation: The ultimate revolution
The revolutionary micro-oscillation system performs 7,000 vibrations per minute, working in synergy with the polymer-based brush to gently coat each lash 360° – accenting lashes like never before.

An eco-friendly, avant-garde energy source
Each Ôscillation mascara is designed to provide 180 optimal applications, twice the life of a regular mascara, drawing its energy from an efficient, recyclable battery

The high-tech future of lash makeup
Lancôme’s first micro-oscillating mascara responds to all needs by extending, separating and multiplying lashes. Each lash, even the shortest and most hidden, is perfectly coated and reshaped, from root to tip.

Formula…..
A highly-elaborate formula from the leader in luxury mascara
Fluid, supple and smooth, the elaborate formula is enriched with a unique surfactant complex and stems from an exclusive Ultrafine Dispersion technology.
A sophisticated wiper regulates its flow: it glides easily over lashes, perfectly coating root to tip in intense black, from morning to night.

The creator of this and many other Lancôme mascaras, Jean-Louis Guéret has spoken about the great things that this mascara does. He says, “This mascara is like no other. After years of research, I have come to the conclusion that the application of the formula around the lashes in a non-random, ordered way, charging the lashes homogenously, declares a new era in lash make-up,” explains Jean-Louis Guéret, designer of all the Lancôme mascara brushes. “With oscillatory movement, the make-up result is truly unique.”

At the push of a button, the vibration is activated and Ôscillation responds to all needs by extending, separating and multiplying lashes. Place the brush at the root of the lash and smooth it towards the tip, all the while maintaining pressure on the button. This simple technique ensures lashes have a pure finish with absolutely no trace of clumping.

Well this was all the gyan that another technology called internet gave me.
Now these are the things I saw from a sneak peak with Lancôme’s Head makeup artist for India, Stafford Braganza. Stafford had this one piece that he got all the way from Paris and I was lucky and glorified enough to have a look for previewing at Shopper stop Juhu. Shamelessly (I dunno if that’s the appropriate word) and I tried it on (have you seen boys flaunting mascaras) as it was too tempting.

You don’t have to wiggle and just comb straight from the roots to the lash tips to coat them from upper as well as lower surface. The formula is not goopy and not very liquidy as well. It’s a little on the rubbery side but quite good. Just one coat from the top as well as the bottom made my right side lashes big and glossy and it really didn’t clump. Mascara like this would only clump if someone behaves a little greedy and coats their lashes with like 3-50 coats. This mascara did volumize and curl my lashes and I cannot comment on lengthening as my lashes are already long but not poker straight. The comb looks very much like a hybrid in between Fatale and Chanel’s Inimitable but is easy and user friendly.

The mascara is really very easy to remove and with some effort using their legendary Bifacil remover I could remove it quickly and effortlessly not disturbing my composure and not having a black eye.

MY VERDICT: -
Do have a look at it. I’m sure this mascara won’t fail to impress you. LANCÔME OSCILLATION MASCARA WOULD BE LAUNCHING IN MID JANUARY 2009 AT NATIONWIDE COUNTERS OF LANCÔME AND LANCÔME BOUTIQUES.

Hi ALL

2008-12-20T10:34:00.000-08:00

Dear Readers,fellow bloggers and all the amazing people of the world,

This is another blog that I'm starting as I couldn't fit in everything in the single blog I used to write in.Since the field of makeup artistry and skin is so vast I somehow felt I couldn't put in together everything at a time.

My first blog www.beautytraveller.blogspot.com features makeup reviews,makeup hauls,my personal stuff,my makeup tips,makeup inspirations,highlights on makeup artists and their works and makeup breakups. But somehow I felt I could not include some more sections there,which compelled me to write this blog.

This new blog of mine would contain: -

Latest launches in makeup and skin care luxury and department brands
Skin care tips and methods that I had never discussed on my previous blog
Products that are effective as treatment solutions for cosmetic problems
Exclusive product information on brands
Insider scoop on makeup tips by makeup artists and new products in the market

and many more....

When my previous blog was my personal one where I could write what I thought,I expect this blog to more professional one with highlights on things that are more than what I feel.

I'd request my readers to give me the same love that they have given while reading my first blog (which is of course still functional).

Please feel free to post and ask queries which I could write on either of my blogs.You can mail me your queries on neerajnavare@yahoo.com

Being an Indian staying in India does not allow me enough exposure to the beauty world and brands.But I have always tried to give the best of information I could gather and convey it to all who have no knowledge of whats happening.Embracing such a thing in India is not very happening but I hope for a brighter future.

So let me have the pleasure of welcoming you to my new blog....

Ciao