Monday, December 24, 2012

My Bangalore Haul, Vichy, Faces, Fabindia, Nail Trend, Passion Indulge etc.. long pending post

I always say to myself(Thats what my husband wants me to do)  before stepping out of the house...That I should not peep inside any Health and Glow Store, Fabindia Or Makeup Brand's Standalone store/counters or any supermarket's Personal care Aisle... because 
I become hysterical, over excited and behave very weird....Until I buy something...

Yes there have been moments where I have been litterally dragged out of these stores/ counters :)

Sometimes I might behave little normal when Iam with friends ..Because I dont want them to runaway from me permanently
:) thinking Iam one Wierdo...

Trust me ..If you ask my Dear Husband he will tell you stories...With which you can Watch Shopaholic series Itself :D

Hahaha...Enough for today...

Lets go directly to the haul...
This was totally one such haul...

Ok Got some Vichy  and Faces Products :)





My HG Hand Cream :)
A travel kit :)
and Some Nail Paints (These are from the Relaince )




Any Guesses on Whats inside these Bags?

Love,
Varshini

Thursday, December 20, 2012

Ombre Everything...Whats ombre about it ?

p"A French term meaning "shaded." Usually a multicolored stripe, with colors
graduating from light to dark. The color effect is woven into the fabric." 

                                                                             - Google

When I was a kid I used to love these blowpens...They are super fun...Just blow as you wish...and you have the control how dak or light you want the color  to be....
I never knew till sometime back this kind od shading from light to dark is called "Ombre"
Indeed a fancy term :)

Also if you have noticed these 90's and 2000 ish Movies or so...the heroines wer these "ombre"  pattern kinda sarees/salwars :)

I was watching a movie tonight and herione wears such kinda sarees throught out a song...in different colors... so I was curious to know what these sarees wear called...so googled...:)


Here are some Ombre Trends :)

                                                    Shilpa Shetty in Ombre Saree

Satya Paul Green Ombre Saree
 Ombre(Gradient) Nails

Ombre  Lips


Ombre Eyes




Drew Barrymore in Ombre Trend Hair

Ombre Shoes/Heels





 So which Ombre you are going to sport ?

I might try the Ombre Eyes, Nails, Shoes, Saree 

Love,
Varshini

Disclaimer: Images Taken through Google Images- I dont own any of these images.

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Colorbar True Gloss Swatches


Here it comes.. A gloss that staysss on and on ...
With Heavy duty Pigmentation :)

Here are swatches of 7 shades of Total 10 shades Launched
So thought will share it with you guys... Will be helpful is finding the Right shade

These are priced at Rs. 495 for 3.8 ml !!!

Ok here comes the yummy Swatches..
I have tried to click the exact shade :)

Enjoy







Shade Names:


1. Natural Tan

2. Bitten Red

3.Orange Sunset

4.Fresh Pink

5.Vintage Rose

6. Opal Orchid

7. Pink Stain

 


 
 
Any Guess Which one I might have Bought ?
 
Love,
Varshini
 

Sunday, December 16, 2012

Announcement - World Of Women Comeback Giveaway Winner


Dear Cinderellas...
This gives me extreme pleasure in announcing the World Of Women Blog's Comeback Giveaway winners :)
Thanks for waiting so patiently for so long :)

And the Drumrollssssssssssssssssssssssss :)

Congarts Dearies and thanks loads for taking part in World Of Women Giveaway :)



1st Prize goes to Chandana
2nd Prize Goes to Megha

Girls Mail me soon with your address and your choice of shades(Numbers) for the INGLOT Refills :)

Wishing you all more makeup and more happiness:)

And One more happy announcement... Hang in there... one moregiveaway coming up soon :)

Love,
Varshini

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Avon Simply Pretty ColorBliss Lipstick - Amethyst Review and LOTD

Hope you Lovelies are still visiting this blog :) keeping fingers crossed :P

Guess you girlies remember the Avon Cherry Red Lipstick which i reviewd sometime back and abosoultely loved ...
But this lipstick is from the same range .... a let down but still love the color...

Click here to read and look for Cherry Red & EOTD


Price : Rs.179 for 4ml

This is a lovely Pink Lippy with Light Purple undertone.
This is a shimmery lipstick and leaves a mild tint when it fades away.





Pros :

Affordable range
Almost fragrance free
Stays upto  2 hours ...leaving behind mild tint
Lovely color range..
Suitable for medium to fair skintones
Soft lipstick


Cons :
 At the max stays for 2 hours
completely vanished from lips after snacks :D
Just shimmers were sticking to lips
Available through Consultants only
Makes lip dry

  Love,
Varshini

Sunday, November 11, 2012

Sunsilk Keratinology Advanced Reconstruction Program Shampoo, Conditioner and Hair Spa Mask Review

Pregnancy gave me great hair but when lil' doll entered her 5th month... My hair fall phase started....Practically i can say i see about 200 to 300 strands of hair every time i touch my hair...I mean it.. not even a slight exaggeration... Hair is everywhere literally... say in the chair / sofa i sit, car seat, pillow, towel,...Everywhere...



This is the worst phase... Guess all this because i skipped the Vitamin and Iron Supplements that was prescribe for me ...But I dutifully skipped ..Thinking that I am in Pink of my health :D

Ok You might think are these rants related to this review ?
Somewhat  yes..because bad health causes, hair fall, dry hair, dull hair split ends and what not

Also in spite of  all the hair problems i had .. I still Ironed my hair at home :D
 Yes I am soooooooo Very Clever :P
So this Sunsilk Keratinology Advanced Reconstruction Program Products came in right time :)




These products come in Honey coloured packing as well as the product inside :)

Priced at
Shampoo 200 ml @ Rs.200
Conditioner 200 ml @  Rs. 200
Hair Spa Mask 200ml @ Rs 400

Yes It did :)  I am Happy Indeed :)

Ok Let me go  to the Pro and Cons

Pros

Shampoo

The Shampoo Is wonderful ... It smells amazing ... Trust me the lovely fragrance stays for about 2 days :)

My hair was silky, shiny and much more manageable :)

Gave me this squeaky clean effect.. no traces of Oil left :)

Priced reasonable

I love this Press cap actually... i find it good

Attractive packaging :)


Conditioner

Again this smells amazing

silky soft hair

perfect for my kinda hair.



Hair Spa Mask

Smells good... But i found the with the conditioner the fragrance lasted for 2 days but with this for few hours only

the mask is like a creamy gel like consistency

Easy to apply

Made my hair feels really super soft and silky



Cons:

I have no problem with the shampoo...I am going to buy this again once this gets over

Conditioner is good but not great when compared to the Hair Spa  Mask

I don't seem to like the Tub packaging of the Hair Mask.... Its very inconvenient

Other than this seriously i dint find any Problem at all..


I would Give
4.5/ 5 for shampoo
 3.5/ 5 for conditioner and
4/5 for hair spa mask

Do try this Range and you will love it for sure

Love,
Varshini

Disclaimer : Product Sent by PR

Sunday, November 4, 2012

Gifts from Sweden :) An Haul

Nothing better than a Haul Post for a comeback :)

Few months back my hubby went to Sweden (Official Trip) ..

I asked him to get me some makeup of his choice... I  just suggested him some brands available....

Also a sweet surprise gift for my Birthday :) Scroll To the end :)

So here is what he got me....

 

 

I was shocked ( Happy Dance) to see such pretty things...Perfect Choice :)

But the price  ..Might get Heart attck.. For Drug store brands

 

A lovely Travel Pouch with travel size bottles...Puuurrrfeeeccctttt:) For  CTM

 

Here is the Birthday Gift

Bagsac Bag.... Its from the Spring 2012 Collection :)

 

 Which one do you want me to review first ?

 Hope you enjoyed the post :)

 Love,

Varshini

Friday, October 26, 2012

Herbal Essence Hello Hydration Shampoo Review


Herbal Essences Hello Hydration Shampoo Review - Entry # 1 By Ishwarya





Introduction:
I straightened my hair 6 months back. My hair had been feeling dry and frizzy and even after a trim, it just wasn't behaving. Prior to this I was using the matrix one and bought both the matching shampoo and conditioner of this range to replace my matrix shampoo which has been giving me some trouble. I was searching for something more hydrating and came across this shampoo and conditioner. I read a lot of good reviews about this Herbal Essences line for dry hair so I decided to try it. 
Let me just tell you guys how much I love this shampoo
What the product claims:
Replenish your beautiful yet dry hair with my formula fused with essential moisturisers and orchid and coconut milk.it leaves hair silky and supple.
Directions for use: Use me: lather up, soak your head, rinse and repeat.
Price and quantity: 150 Rs for 300 ml
Flavour: with a fusion of orchid and coconut milk.
Main Ingredients:
water, ammonium laureth sulphate, citric acid ,sodium chloride, ammonium lauryl sulphate, sodium citrate,dimethiconol,ammoniumxylenesulfonate,fragrance,sodium benzoate,glycol distearate,cocamide mea,cetyl alchohol,disodium edta,coconut oil, vanilla extracts ( full ingredient list mentioned on the bottle )


My experience:
I really like this shampoo! After using it only a few times I was shocked at how great my hair feels! Trust me, it’s amazing. Now my hair has gone from very dry to dry-normal in a couple of months. It feels heaven. Yay!!!
Packaging:
I love the simple and attractive stylish packaging of this shampoo. The bottle is curvy and transparent. It comes in a funky neon bluish bottle with a lime green pop up lid. The bottle is see-through.
Colour & consistency & fragrance
It has a medium consistency (neither too thick nor too runny).it has a nice coconut fragrance. The smell may be heavy for sensitive nose. It has a very light blue colour.


How it works:
This shampoo works well with my hair. Cleans effectively but doesn't strip too much moisture off!
Pros:
·         Smells divine
·         Economical
·         Little amount is enough
·         Easy availability
·         Moisturising
·         Good packaging
·         Makes hair soft
·         Adds shine to hair
·          Smell lasts upto 2 days!

Cons:
·         Weighs down roots
·         Product build up
·         Contains lauryl sulfates which are harsh chemicals
Note: To remove this product build up I am using a solution of apple cider vinegar and water. I rinse my hair with this after shampooing and conditioning.
My Rating: 4.5/5
Recommendation: I recommend this shampoo to all girls who have dry and frizzy hair.
Would I Repurchase:  yes definitely!! It’s my HD shampoo now!! :P :D

ABOUT ME:
I am a graduate in visual communication. I am from Kerala. I am a media savvy. I love reading books and music and I have craving for cute stuffs.
I am very much interested in blogging and just started a new blog

Thanks a lot for this lovely entry Ishwarya .
Love,
Varshini

Thursday, October 25, 2012

Lacto Calamine Aloe Moisturizer Review

Lacto Calamine Aloe Moisturizer Review :Entry # 9 by Chandana




 Details:
Skinsurance
For Dry to Normal Skin
Daily use formula with Kaolin & Special Moisturisers

Price: Rs.48 for 30 ml, Rs.78 for 60 ml, Rs.118 for 120 ml

My experience with Lacto Calamine Aloe Moisturizer:
Lacto Calamine is a product that has been in the market for decades. It is a well known product even among the ladies of my mother’s generation.

Package – A plastic bottle with a screw cap. The bottle is green and peach in color where as the cap is navy blue in color. When the screw cap is opened, there is no stopper to the opening to control the flow of the product.
Consistency – The consistency of Lacto Calamine Aloe Moisturizer is just like a thin lotion
Texture – It does not leave an oily texture on the skin. It finishes off with a matte texture on the skin. But spreading it into invisible takes a little time and effort.
Color – The lotion is light peach tint in color.
Moisturizing Power – Lacto Calamine Aloe Moisturizer moisturizes the skin moderately. Though it is specified as suitable for Dry to Normal Skin it is not a rich moisturizer the dry skin will need. It works in soothing the dryness for about 2 hours or so, and then reapplication is again required.

An average product for dry skin. It might suit well for oily skin people. Since it provides light moisturizing it becomes a perfect moisturizer for oily skin.

Rating: 3/5


Pros of Lacto Calamine Aloe Moisturizer:
-          Thin lotion texture.
-          No oily texture on the skin.
-          Provides light moisturizing to the skin.
Cons of Lacto Calamine Aloe Moisturizer:
-          Wide open mouth of the bottle without any stopper.
-          Not a travel friendly package.
-          Not a perfect product for dry skin.
-          Does not provide rich moisturizing that a dry skin will need.

Thanks for this lovely post Chandana

Love,
Varshini

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Garnier Wrinkle Lift Anti Ageing Cream Review

Garnier Wrinkle Lift Anti Ageing Cream Review: Entry # 8 By Chandana





Claims about Garnier Wrinkle Lift Anti Ageing Cream: (from Garnier official website)
Is Garnier Wrinkle Lift Anti-ageing Cream right for me?
Yes, if you need an everyday complete solution that targets the different signs of ageing: wrinkles, fine lines, loss of firmness, skin dryness.

How is it different?
It does more than a classic anti-wrinkle cream: Garnier Wrinkle Lift Anti-ageing Cream has been designed to reduce wrinkles and put spring and vitality back into your skin, recovering lost firmness and elasticity.


How does it work?
Its formula contains a unique combination of pure natural active ingredients: Ginger, known for its revitalising properties helps boost the natural process of skin's regeneration and reinforces its inner strength. Active essence of cherries, combined with bilberry extract helps firm skin.
The Garnier UltraLift Pro-Retinol formula has a double epidermal action.
    Reduction of fine lines efficacy:95%*
    Reduction in the appearance of wrinkles: 93%*
    *Improvement in the firmness of skin:93%*
    *Intensively moisturizes

Price: Rs.130 for 18 ml


My experience with Garnier Wrinkle Lift Anti Ageing Cream:
I have always wanted to try an anti ageing cream. Since I had seen many ladies speak about this cream, just decided to give this product a try.
Package: A red colored round bottle with a white plastic cap. The cap has to be twisted up for opening the bottle. Fingers are to be dipped to use the product.
Consistency: A thin texture if you consider it is a cream. It is not a rich cream. The consistency is similar to a lotion. If you tilt the package bottle, the cream will begin to concentrate on the tilted side.
Moisturization: It acts as a very good moisturizer making my skin smooth and well hydrated.
Color: The cream is pure white in color.
Wrinkle Lift action: I have not observed any major changing in the fine lines on my face. I have some wrinkles near my eyes, near the corner of my mouth and also under eye areas. I have used this cream continuously for 6 months. There does not seem to be a huge difference in the skin. The cream just soothes these wrinkled skins and provides good moisturization.

Final conclusion: Garnier Wrinkle Lift Anti Ageing Cream makes a good moisturizer cream. But it does not help the already present fine lines and wrinkles on the face.

Rating: 3/5

Thanks a lot for Lovely Post
Love,
Varshini

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Sprouted green gram salad

Sprouted green gram salad: Entry  # 7 by Chandana



 Salad is the easiest eatery that can be prepared without any fire. A good mouth watery salad increases the appetite. This post details about salad prepared from sprouted whole green gram.
Key Ingredients: Half pomegranate, half cucumber, one medium sized carrot, one cup green gram.
Method of preparation:
Sprouted green gram – Soak the green gram in water early in the morning. Leave it soaked in water for the entire day. By late in the evening you will observe that the green gram has absorbed water and is bloated in size. Drain the water completely and allow the green in a closed container overnight. Next morning you will observe sprouted green gram ready for using in the salad preparation.
Step 1 – Chop cucumber into fine pieces. Grate carrot. Open up the pomegranate seeds.
Step 2 – Add one spoon pepper powder, salt and lemon juice according to your taste.
Step 3 – Now add the sprouted green gram to the whole mixture and mix well.
Step 4 – Also add finely chopped coriander leaves.
The preparation is complete. Happy eating.

Thanks for this healthy post Chandana
Love,
Varshini

Monday, October 22, 2012

Elle18 Lip Smoothie Burnt Choco Review

Elle18 Lip Smoothie Burnt Choco Review: Entry # 6 By Megha







What Elle18 claims about Elle18 Lip Smoothie:Deliciously beautiful lips in yummy fruit flavours. Smooth, glossy and super kissable.
Price: Rs.85



My verdict about Elle18 Lip Smoothie:Elle18 Lip Smoothie is a very affordable lip gloss. It is so cheap that even girls who do not earn can easily buy by not burning their parent’s pocket.
Elle18 Lip Smoothie comes in a transparent tube and a black cap. The tube has a slanted nozzle like applicator.
The Elle18 Lip Smoothie texture is just right. No stickiness is observed on the lips. But I feel my lips a little oily, and also the skin around the lips gets the oily texture. That means it bleeds to some extent.
It stays on for about 3 hours. It moisturizes my lips well.
Burnt Choco is a nice brownish nude color. Though it gives color in the hand swatch, it is colorless on the lips. It seems like a colorless shiny gloss on my lips. It gives a mint like tingling feel to the lips initially when applied. Later on the tingling sensation goes off.



Pros of Elle18 Lip Smoothie:- Tube like packaging.
- Very economically priced.
- Stays for 3 hours.
- Easily available.

Cons of Elle18 Lip Smoothie:- Burnt Choco is a colorless gloss on the lips.
- It gives oily texture to my lips.
- The oily thing bleeds to my skin around the lips.
Overall, a good product to try.

Thanks a lot Megha for this lovely product

Love,
Varshini

Sunday, October 21, 2012

Jovees Kajal Review

Jovees Kajal Review:  Entry # 5 by Megha



What Jovees claims about Jovees Kajal: 

Jovees Kajal helps to keep eyes healthy, facilitates the growth of lashes and shall help to maintain and improve quality of vision. It contains Triphala, Almond oil, natural carbon and other herbal extracts.

Price: Rs.90



My verdict on Jovees Kajal:

My search for a perfect kajal is not yet over. I buy every new kajal with a hope that it does not come down to my under eye skin. I have now lost hope on all the claims that the brand does for their kajal products.
Jovees kajal is no different. Just as usual smudging every where within one hour of application. Jovees kajal comes in a twist up case like that of a lipstick. It has a transparent plastic cap.
The color of this kajal is very black and makes my eyes bright and bold once applied. 2 - 3 swipes is required to bring a deep black color.
Staying power is not very good. It smudges usually. I once applied on my upper lash line, and smudged like anything. I am not happy with this purchase. When I tried to wash with water, it does not go easily. It creates more panda like eyes.



Pros of Jovees Kajal:- Easy handling twist up case.
- Easily available across all stores.
- Very dark black color is obtained.

Cons of Jovees Kajal:- Smudges around the eyes.
- Staying power is very low.
- Cannot be easily washed.

Have a look at the claims about his product. Very funny, he he he. Would you believe that this Kajal helps in growing of lashes and improve vision? I pity such claims. 

Thanks a lot for this lovely post Megha
Love,
Varshini

Monday, October 15, 2012

Important World Of Women Comeback Giveaway Updates

Hello Gals...Sorry for not posting any giveaway entries for more than a week... My little one was sick ...so couldn't do anything...

So I am planning to extend the date till November 3rd  ...so that you lovelies can send in  more entries

Will post your entries from now on again :)



I am very very happy to announce my comeback giveaway as promised

Ok First lets talk about whats in for this give away ....:)

This is a National giveaway...(Anywhere in India - Participate )

Disclaimer :Each and every prize is purchased by me with my very own money...this is not a sponsored Give away


First winner gets

1.INGLOT Freedom Style Eyeshadow  2 nos...- choice is your... tell me the numbers :)
2.INGLOT Freedom Style Lipstick 1 nos - Choice is your ---you give me the number :)

Second Winner Gets 

1. Kryolan Eyeliner in Green or Brown - choice is yours again
2. Inglot Freedom Style Lipstick 1 - Choice is yours give the number :)

Additional Prize 

And for Those lovely cooking/baking enthusiasts you will be getting fluted Tart tin and also one surprise gift :)





Ok here comes the rules part -

 Giveaway entries last date - Till November 3rd Midnight
Mandatory Rules:
1. Follow this blog with GFC - 1 point - Click Join the Site button

2.Like the facebook page of this blog - 1 point
Link - http://www.facebook.com/pages/World-Of-Women/337997239564464


3. Write  posts for this blog ..This can be product review/ recipes/looks / tutorials anything related to beauty , fashion, baking/cooking, health
each post should have  3 photos minimum(no copied pics) with a good write up( No need essays) - crisp & to the point
 Each post - 7 points


Write as many post/ article you want to but no copied post/photos
you will be disqualified :P (I am very strict :D)

more number of posts ..closer your to the prize :)

4. In the Comment Section :
    Enter your GFC name , contact email id 

For the Additional prize :Rules

You have to follow the above Rules no 1 & 2 as well as send in minimum 2 recipes post/article with 3 photos

Each post counts for 7 points
Send the articles to varshini5ns@gmail.com



No copying of photos from other blogs...
For more points:


Add this giveaway info in your blog side bar and leave the link along with your GFC name and Contact email id  - 5 points

Do a blog post about this giveaway and leave the link along with your GFC name and contact email id - 7 points


Winner selection


Its purely based on number of articles/posts you write and your total points :)

So what are you girls waiting for ...Enter the giveaway

All the best :)

Love,
Varshini