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TIGI Bed Head “After Party” Review ♥
Hello Angels,
I know I know its been fairly long since I’ve been here, but what can I do, I guess I’m just a lazy a**. There I said it, THE TRUTH is out there now, off my chest. 🙂
Coming to the review, TIGI was kind enough to send this product to me for review, after using it several times, I seriously am in LOOOOOVE with this product. Let me break it down for you.
Price: Rs 1000/- for 100ml
I adore the packaging, the bottle is plastic in a neon pink color. It comes with a pump dispenser, which is extremely convenient to use.
Here is a list of the ingredients from the company’s website:
- Dimethiconol – Imparts shine and body
- Propylene Glycol – Conditions and moisturizes hair
- Mica – Enhances shine
- Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil – Provides gloss
- Bismuth Oxychloride (CI 77163) – Enhances shine
And here is what the product claims:
The perfect party favor. After-Party hair creme for silky, smooth, shiny, healthy looking hair. Control the funky flyaways and silk-ify your hair.
Work a dime-size amount between palms of hands and smooth onto dry hair. Style as desired.
My Take on the product:
First thing you notice is the fragrance, it smells amaaazing, I don’t know how to describe but it just smells really nice. Then i just spread it on my palms and then work it on towel-dried hair. I feel, it works better on wet hair, rather than dried. As soon as I apply it, my hair instantly feels soft and silky. Then I usually blow dry, and then flat-iron or curl it. The end result is awesome!! My hair feels soft, manageable, the flyaways are tamed and the flat-ironing or the curls last much longer.
Pros:
- Packaging is cute and the pump is makes it easy to use.
- Smells amazing
- Does what it says on the packaging
- Makes hair soft and silky
- Prolongs hair styling
- Really tames frizzy hair
- No parabens
Cons:
- Can’t think of any, except that availability might be an issue for some
Overall Rating: A+
Valentine’s Day Makeup Look♥
Hello Loves,
I wanted to do a video from so long, but just couldn’t get around to doing it. So here I am “finally” with an easy Valentine’s day look for you guys. I hope you like it, and find it somewhat helpful.
Hope you have a great Valentine’s Day!! Thanks for watching! Please rate, comment & subscribe!
List of products used:
Emolene Moisturizer
Maybelline Fit me Foundation
Maybelline Fit me Concealer
Makeup Revolution Contour Palette
NYX Blush-Pinky
MAC Painterly Paint pot
Maybelline the Nudes E/s Palette
MAC Blacktrack Fluidline
Maybelline Fashion brow Duo
Maybelline the Falsies Mascara
Colorbar Kohl pencil
Ardell Natural Lashes 107
Colorbar Lip Liner-Splendid Pink
MAC lipstick- Candy Yum Yum
xoxo,
Ms. GlamVictim
Tips on Under Eye Care by Dr. Jamuna Pai
Renowned aesthetic physician and author, Dr. Jamuna Pai shares essential Under Eye Care tips in her premium skin and hair care guide, ‘No One Has To Know.’ Dr.Pai explains what dark circles are and how one’s lifestyle plays havoc with their under eye skin. She explains how the same can be prevented and treated.
Dark circles-
Dark under-eye circles are due to the oxidizing of haemoglobin which begins in the capillaries, around the delicate skin around the eyes. It is quite possible that capillaries all over one’s body are leaking small amounts of blood all the time. But the reason dark under-eye circles are so apparent is that the skin around the eyes is some of the thinnest, most delicate skin of the body. The capillaries are much closer to the surface of the skin there.
How dark circles can be prevented-
It always helps to treat the reason which causes the problem. Correction of one’s lifestyle patterns, if that is the reason, holds prime importance. Many a times it is because of lifestyle abuse-like late-nights, erratic working hours, using computer for long hours, disturbed sleep patterns and most importantly stress. Lack of sleep contributes to stress hormones like cortisol being increased, a known cause of health problems and swelling under the eyes causing dark circles. Consciously making attempts to reduce stress or the contributory components also contributes to better sleep. Thus, relaxation should be increased not only for its own sake, but as a direct attempt to reduce stress so that more restful sleep follows and thereby results in lessening of the dark circles.
Besides that, one can use ointments rich in Kojic acid, lactic acid, arbutin at night and layer it with a good amount of moisturizer. The use of sunscreen regularly and intake of supplements of Vitamin C and antioxidants are a must.
Recommended Treatments –
There are various AHA peels which are effective in rejuvenating skin around the eyes by exfoliating damaged upper layers of skin to reveal new, healthier skin and lessening the dark circles. Laser resurfacing and intense pulse light treatments are other good options as they can reduce or eliminate the appearance of prominent veins and capillaries. These treatments have to be repeated every 4- 6 weeks to maintain the results.
Recommended Products-
A number of creams are available in the market which can lighten the dark circles. They include lightening agent like Vitamin C, kojic acid, arbutin, azelic acid. Treat the skin while sleeping by applications of these agents overnight . Amongst the homemade treatments one should try natural eye refreshers like a chilled slice of cucumber kept for around 10 to 15 minutes or a raw potato slice cooled in a refrigerator for 10 to 15 minutes does help when done on regular basis. Dip cotton balls in rose water and place it on your eyes for 10-15 minutes every day.
Moisturising the under eye area is the most important thing for eye care. Likewise, using lubricated non medicated eye drops ensure that the eyes are always fresh and do not feel tired.
Services available at:
Blush Clinics – Khar West – Mumbai
6, Garden Homes, ChitrakarDurandhar Rd,
Khar West, Mumbai 400052
022 67042425/26/27/28
Blush Clinics – Kemps Corner – Mumbai
105/109, Om Chambers,
Kemps Corner, Mumbai 400036
022 3638699/ 3682255
Blush Clinics – Andheri – Mumbai
F4, Shankarsham, 108 SundervanComplex,
Shastri Nagar, Andheri West, Mumbai 400056
022 26361578/ 26329534
Blush Clinics – New Delhi
E-20, First Floor,
Defence Colony, New Delhi 100024
011 46161250/51/52
Blush Clinics – Pune
9 Riverside Villas,
Jagannath Society, Boat Club Rd.
Pune 411001
020 30463841/42/43/44/45
ABOUT DR. JAMUNA PAI
A medical graduate, Dr. Jamuna Pai made a switch to aesthetic medicine in 1994 following her lifelong passion for beauty .Dr. Pai’s pursuit to offer the best skincare treatments led her to start Blush Clinic in 1994, combining the art of beauty and medicine offering the latest techniques. She worked as a part of the Femina Miss India panel as an expert on skincare. She introduced Botox in the year 2000 and has also played an integral part in creating awareness and acceptance. She received the prestigious Indira Gandhi Priyadarshini Award in 2011 for contributions in the field of aesthetic medicine and supporting the cause of empowering women. She has also launched DJPIMAC -Dr. Jamuna Pai’s Institute for Medical and Aesthetic Cosmetology in 2011.
ABOUT BLUSH CLINICS
Blush, India’s leading medical aesthetic clinic was first set up by Dr. Jamuna Pai in the year 1994 in Mumbai with a staff of just 6 people to offer internationally renowned skin and beauty treatments. Botox was introduced to India for the first time through the three Blush Clinics in the year 2000 and a treatment for laser hair removal followed. In 2006, Blush was incorporated as a company under the name of Blush Clinics Pvt. Ltd. and at the same time also commenced Thermage and skin lightening peels. 2008 saw the launch of Blush’s first clinic outside Mumbai, in the newly developed city of Pune. Carrying forward her vision of offering a highly personalized and medically sound experience to her clients each time, Dr. Pai along with her team of highly skilled doctors provide various types of treatments and conduct procedures under the strictest medical codes. Conforming to strict confidentiality standards, Blush has always respected its client’s privacy.
Edgy Makeup with a Pop of Color ♥
Hi loves,
Here is another makeup tutorial I did on a sultry brown winged liner with a pop of color. This is great to jazz up your makeup routine, also great for girls with glasses. Here is how the final look turned out. Hope you guys like it!
List of products used:
Emolene Moisturizer
L’oreal Infalliable Foundation – Natural Rose
Kryolan Derma Color – D4
Inglot Pressed Powder
Maybelline E/s Quad “Chai Latte” used Matte Taupe Color
Beauty Uk E/s Palette 02 Soho used Navy Color
L’oreal Gel Intenza Eye Liner- Chic Brown
L’oreal Lash Architect 4D Mascara
NYX Blush-Peachy
MAC Cream Color Base- Hush
MAC Lipstick-Angel
Thanks for watching! Please rate, comment & subscribe!
How to do your laundry to keep you clothes looking new
How to do your laundry to keep you clothes looking new
Doing your laundry is possibly one of the least glamorous parts of fashion, but if you want to get the most out of your favorite clothes and get to wear them for years, then it’s essential to know how to wash your clothes to keep them bright, soft, and looking like new for longer. If you consider yourself a laundry amateur, it might be worth checking out a few basic guides to laundry on the web. We’ve compiled a list featuring some of the most important tips and tricks for a successful laundry experience – because fashion should be fun and easy.
How often should you wash your clothes?
This of course often depends on how much you wear something and how warm it is outside – but there are some general guidelines you can follow. Whilst underwear needs to be washed after ever use, jeans shouldn’t be washed more often than ever sixth or seventh time you wear them. Shirts can often be worn up to three times, whilst dresses shouldn’t be worn more than two to three times, depending on the fabric.
How to separate your laundry
Of course you should always separate whites, dark clothes, and bright colors –but it’s also worth separating by fabric if you want to play it safe. Jeans need to be washed on very different setting compared to delicate silk dresses and lingerie. You can also place especially delicate items in mesh bags to protect them. To make sure you don’t mix things up, try separating items before you actually do the washing – buy different bags for different kinds of laundry to make things as easy as possible for yourself.
More tips and tricks for washing your laundry
Using fabric softener is a great way to not only keep your clothes soft, but to also have them smelling lovely.
If your clothes are particularly dirty, you can add some laundry bleach to the wash – but make sure to check the instructions and the label for the bleach symbol if you’re uncertain whether your clothes can handle the bleach.
Checking labels is crucial in general – make sure to always follow the instructions for drying as well, as most sensitive items can’t handle the dryer’s heat and have to be air-dried.
Make sure to always empty all pockets before you start the wash, and close all zippers to avoid damage to other items.
If you’re in a hurry and have to mix items, use cold water to avoid any color bleeding. Cold water is generally a safe bet for colorful items, whilst white fabrics should be washed on a warmer setting.
Caring for your manes this monsoon!!
Every change of season throws up a new challenge for the hair. The warm and humid monsoon months make hair maintenance a challenge – acid rain, dirty rainwater and increased levels of humidity trip away the outermost layer of the hair strand cuticle making it brittle, rough and prone to dryness.
Ayesha Mistry, Educator, TIGI India says, “The biggest issue for your hair in the monsoon is humidity!!…figure out how to control that and you are off to a good start. If you are big on the blow dries, the monsoon is a really good time for quick and easy hair do’s like scrunching or wearing it in messy buns, braids or ponytails. If you do choose to use any styling products during this season, TIGI’s wide range of anti humidity products will help your manes look lustrous and glam even in this ‘bad-hair’ weather!”
- Bed Head Masterpiece is humidity resistant product so your hair will look its best come rain or shine! With a delightful tropical fragrance it will leave your hair smelling sensational! It is the perfect tool to create your own Masterpiece! It adds gloss and shine while conditioning your hair and guarding it against dryness. The anti-static protective barrier will also fortify your hair shaft, giving you hair that looks thick and textured.
- Bed Head Control Freak fights the frizz and stomps the curl. It leaves hair smooth & silky with a glossy finish, light & non-greasy, fights humidity, acts as a thermal protectant. It has a fragrance of Pineapple. TIGI Bed Head Control Freak is frizz controlling and straightening serum.
- A product that can boost your ego is Bed Head Ego Boost – a split end mender/leave-in conditioner which protects dry, damaged hair from environmental elements, chemical treatments, shampoos and brushing. It lightly conditions & mends split ends and leaves hair smooth & healthy looking. Ego Boost is the right product for highly textured hair or hair with split ends.
- Bed Head after Party is the perfect conditioning styling aid for hair as it controls funky flyaway’s and smoothens the hair for a shiny, lightweight and healthy look. It is suitable
for any hair length or texture and works well during the monsoon season to control high humidity
- Lose the chitchat and get Bed Head Small Talk! It will thickify, energize and stylize your locks on their way to hair heaven… Enriched with a blend of Jojoba and Sunflower Oils, Small Talk is a 3 in 1 styling lotion that conditions the hair and adds a healthy radiance and shine whilst protecting the hair against external environmental aggressors.
- For those with beautiful locks, Bed Head Foxy Curls Contour Cream leaves curls looking shiny, bouncy and frizz free during the monsoons. Foxy Curls encourages and supports natural curl formation and is infused with a blend of antioxidants such as Jojoba Oil, Shea Butter and Green Tea Extract to protect curly hair from the frizz forming effects of humidity and environmental aggressors.
- TIGI’s S Factor Serious Conditioner is an intensive hair treatment which strengthens and intensely moisturises the hair. Perfect for stressed hair types that are in need of some serious conditioning, S Factor Serious Conditioner is enriched with Hydrolysed Silk which helps to minimise split ends and repair damage. A blend of Silicone Polymers and Amino Acids work to strengthen the hair whilst Vitamin E rich Sunflower Seed Oil effectively hydrates the hair and promotes a natural radiance and shine. S Factor Serious Conditioner leaves the hair lusciously nourished, hydrated and reconditioned with split ends and damage noticeably repaired for renewed health and vitality.
Enjoy this summer season without compromising on your hair lengths
Marcus Francis, TRESemmé’s official stylist shares tips to maintain healthy hair
Summer is here and we are sure you are well stocked for this bright season. While your sun-screens, sun-shades and hats are all set to protect your beautiful skin, what are you doing for your hair during summer?
Did I hear you say ‘Nothing’? Well, that is certainly not great news for your crowning glory.
Your hair is exposed to many harsh elements during summers and can have numerous after effects. Needless to say, this will leave you rather unhappy. Over exposure to sun’s harmful rays, sweat, humidity and of course, spending too much time in a swimming pool all have unpleasant after effects. It often leads to lead to dull, dry and brittle hair causing splitends and damaged hair. A little pre-emptive care is all your hair needs to stay beautiful throughout this season!
Marcus Francis, TRESemmé’s official stylist shares tips on how to maintain healthy hair and protect your ends during the summer months without using scissors.
Tip #1 – Be Sun Smart!
UV rays are bad news for our skin, as well as hair. Too much sun can leave hair dry, brittle and faded. So, always COVER your hair before leaving the house. Use hats, scarves, bandanas or umbrella to protect your hair from those harmful rays.
Tip #2 – Get rid of SPLITENDS!
Dry brittle hair can cause splitends which will run down to the root of your hair if not treated. Trimming is not the answer to split ends, as in most cases, you will instead end up with rough edges and increased split ends. Use TRESemmé Split Remedy Shampoo and conditioner which reduces 96% splitends in just three washes.
Tip #3 – Say NO to chemical processing
Avoid chemical processing such as colouring, bleaching, stripping or excessive salon styling of hair during summer. Not a hair-friendly season to undergo harsh treatments.
Tip # 4 – Always BRUSH your hair!
Brushing your hair regularly will not only keep it free from knots, but it will stimulate circulation in the scalp which encourages blood flow to the roots of your hair. The golden rule of brushing is: The longer your hair, the bigger your brush should be. But NEVER brush or comb wet hair. This can lead to hair breakage at the ends.
Tip #5 – AVOID tight hairstyles
Tight hairstyles pull and tug at your tresses that cause splitends and hair breakage. Opt for loose summer trendy hairstyles like braids, waves, sleek low ponytails etc. One can also go for variations in these hairstyles like fishtail or French braid, loose or tousled waves, sleek high ponytail or centre part low ponytail.
Save Makeup Save Money: Tips for Making Your Beauty Products Last
I am constantly talking to my girlfriends about what an investment beauty products are. If you’re a product junkie like me, your beauty budget can closely rival what you spend on new clothes. So whether it’s my wardrobe or makeup supply, I really want to make sure that I protect my investment.
Here are a few of my favorite ways to make my makeup last:
1. Build a Better Makeup Bag
At times, I look through my stash and find no fewer than a dozen variations of the exact same lip shade. None of these products get used consistently and they mostly end up expiring before I can even scratch the surface. I’ve learned that by better editing my purchase decisions, I can make sure that I have a variety of products that I use more frequently – and I’m more likely to use them to the very last drop.
2.Clean your Brushes
Not only are makeup brushes expensive, but they also touch all of your makeup. By keeping them clean, not only are you extending their life, but also the life of your products. Keeping powders and blushes free and clear of oils and bacteria that tend to break them down will help them live a longer life.
3. Keep it Pretty
You will never find my hard earned makeup knocking around in a vanity drawer or at the bottom of my purse. Oh, the horror! I’m careful to keep my beauty treasures tucked inside of pouches when I’m on the go or on a tray sitting on my vanity at home. This way, there’s far less chance that they will crack or explode, wasting precious product.
4. Scrape the Bottom
I recently discovered these little spatulas that you can use to actually scrape the bottom of your makeup bottles to get to the very end of them. I’ve also been known to use them after cutting open tubes of concealer and lip glossto collect one final application. Brilliant!
5. Portion Control
It may go without saying, but using only what you need can really make your makeup last. I found that I was always left with unneeded foundation or extra moisturizer after applying, so I downsized my dose and I’m wasting less. Making other small changes like not spraying my fragrance into the air and walking through it has also helped!
These tricks have definitely helped me to stretch my beauty dollar, but I’m dying to know: how do you make your makeup last?
Busting Myths on Gel nails – by Lakmé Salon
Busting Myths on Gel nails – by Lakmé Salon
There’s nothing like a fresh coat of nail polish to help you complete your look. Even better, being able to flaunt those beautiful nails for 2-3 weeks. Style Gel is best recommended to Working Professionals who have to be groomed all the time. It is a time saving service. Sounds like a dream, but is it safe for your nails? There are a lot of myths about gel nails that range from silly to outrageous.
Experts from Lakmé Salon share some interesting facts about Gel nails.
Gel manicures are a relatively new trend. Here’s how it works: a special type of gel polish is applied to the nails and then cured under a UV or LED light. This hardens the polish into a glossy coat that’s super durable and resists chipping. Unlike acrylics, you don’t have to drill or file down your natural nails. Gel nails are also odorless and don’t require the same harsh chemicals to apply. So you end up with a manicure that stays chip-free and shiny for up to four weeks. And best of all, they dry instantly!
Human anatomy, states that nails cannot “breathe” in principle. There is no oxygen in the nail plate, and it does not need it. Nails, teeth, hair are all dead fabric, within which there are very thin channels to produce oil or moisture. That’s why our nails shine and do not break. If there was air at the top of the plate, not even super materials would stick to it.
The emission spectrum in lamps used for drying the gel, differs from the lamps in the tanning bed. Hence unlike what most people think, it most certainly does not cause skin cancer.
Acetone should never be used on gel nails or even normal nails as they damage the nail bed, alternately one must use a nail remover. You can apply a different nail color on your Gel colors nails and can remove it with a Nail Polish Remover. Your Gel color will continue to remain intact & you will also get a change in style.
Lakmé Salon Experts put together some Do’s and Don’ts that will help your gel nails last longer
Do’s:
– RESPECT your skin, nails & health. Wear rubber gloves for all cleaning, scouring, sanding, painting etc.
– FILE ONLY. Preferably, get your nail technician to do this.
– When damaged, get your nails REPAIRED by your nail technician as soon as you can.
– Remember, your nail extensions are JEWELS not TOOLS. While nail extensions is tough, it is not indestructible!
– Use ACETONE FREE nail polish remover ONLY!
– Soak fingers in warm water & mild soap 5-10 minutes to soften dirt, then scrub gently underneath nail with a nail brush or soft toothbrush.
Don’ts
– Don’t expose your nails to harsh chemicals, petroleum products, abrasives or household cleansers to avoid crumbling of gel nails.
– Don’t bite or cut your nail extensions as it can shatter damaging your natural nail plate.
– Don’t glue broken or lifted extension nails. Glue isn’t watertight.
– Don’t use your nail extensions to open cans, or anything else that puts them at risk of breaking.
– Don’t use acetone or regular nail polish remover.
– Don’t gouge dirt from under your nails with pins, needles, metal nail files or any other sharp object. You may cause infection under nail.
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Ms. Glam Victim 