Lime Crime Velvetine Wicked - Review, FOTD

The burgundy/oxblood trend is huuuge this season and if you want to jump on the bandwagon and sport this color on your lips, get Lime Crime's Velvetine lip color Wicked. This shade was launched early this year as part of the Clueless Witch collection along with Salem and Black Velvet and one look at it and I was in love!

Lime Crime Velvetine Wicked

Axe Signature Collection for Men Suave Body Perfume - Review

I actually thought I would give this perfume to a friend of mine and write his review of it but then one whiff and I said "No way am I giving this away". So here I am sharing my thoughts on Suave, the new men's body perfume by Axe priced at a very reasonable Rs 225.

Axe Signature Collection for Men Suave Body Perfume

AXE celebrates the signature scent of a man with it’s first-ever collection of AXE Signature Body Perfumes. This definitive collection features four invigorating fragrances that bring alive the masculine scents with a blend of oriental spices and sweet woods, and are perfect for all occasions. 

Available in four zesty variants – Suave, Mysterious, Intense and Rogue, each of these definitive fragrances is a combination of sensual, warm and sophisticated aromas that you will love at first sniff and that will impeccably personify the true scent of a man. It provides its wearer a lively, spicy bouquet with stimulating notes that include green hazelnut, tonka, tahitian vanilla, mimosa flower, rosemary and lavender. It's an evocative but mature construction that's great for a broad variety of casual activities. With the new AXE Signature Body Perfumes, let your fragrance be your signature scent!

Durga Puja Special - Win a Lifestyle Gift Voucher worth Rs 2500! Contest Ends 10th October

I am back with another contest for you and this time the prize is sponsored by Lifestyle! One lucky winner will get a gift e-voucher worth Rs 2500 to use at any Lifestyle store across India. All you need to do is answer a very simple question in the comments below, follow the rules and hope to win :). Here goes the question..

'Name the mall in Kolkata where the Lifestyle store is located'

Mandatory Rules: 

1. Like my Facebook page and share this post on your Fb wall
2. Follow the blog via GFC (Google Friend Connect) - the widget is to your right. Click on Join this site.
3. Follow @PoutPretty on Twitter
4. With your answer, add your Fb name, the link to the Fb shared post, your Twitter handle, the name with which you are following the blog and your email id in the comments below. Your entry will not be considered if all this information is not provided.

Important Information

1. Contest is open only to Indian residents above the age of 18

2. Contest starts 24th September and ends 10th October. The winner will be announced on 12th October

3. If there are multiple correct entries, I will select the winner at random

4. I am only responsible to host the contest. The voucher will be sent by the brand.

All the best everyone and wish you a very happy Durga Puja and Navratri in advance :D

Preview of the Festive Collection at Lifestyle, Quest Mall + Contest Teaser

Shubho Mahalaya everyone. Just a week to go before the Goddess comes home and I am super duper excited. This time I did most of my shopping from the various stores at Quest Mall in Kolkata and bought quite a few clothes from Lifestyle. I went to the store during the weekend and loved the festive collection they have now especially some of the Indian wear. Thought I'll help you out with your shopping and show you a glimpse of what's available.

Inside My Envy Box September Edition

Good God can you believe that September is already on it's way out and there are just three months to go for this year to end. Didn't this year just start?? I am so not looking forward to the months ahead. I've always been a summer girl and totally dislike the dull, dreary and gloomy winter. Plus, Daylight Savings starts in the US which means my office time gets pushed an hour back and I finish at 3.30 a.m. Sigh :(. Anyway, enough of cribbing and let's get to the topic of this post - The September edition of My Envy Box (Rs 850).

My Envy Box September 2014

MABH Fast Growth Hair Oil - Review

Today is my turn to talk about the oil that is taking the Indian blogosphere by storm. It is the Makeup and Beauty Home Fast Growth Hair Oil, a creation of a fellow blogger Lancy. She was sweet to send over a sample for me to try out sometime back and I must say that I'm very impressed with the product.

An unique magical combination of natural herbs and essential oils present in the MABH Fast Growth Hair Oil penetrates deeper into your scalp to provide rich nourishment. It also improves blood circulation, thus resulting in faster hair growth. It takes care of dandruff, premature graying and rough hair. Our product makes your hair shinier and manageable from the first use itself. It stops hair fall within weeks of regular usage and helps you grow longer beautiful hair!

Beauty Trends for Durga Puja + New Facials from Green Trends Salon + My New Haircut!

Two weeks from now I'll be returning home from office with a huge smile on my face. Two weeks from now, my city will look its best all ready to welcome the Goddess Durga and her children home for five days. I don't know how many of you have been to Kolkata during the Durga Puja celebrations but if you haven't, do make it a point to come here at least once to witness the madness. Every woman wants to look her best during those five days and on top of every woman's To Do list before the Pujas is a trip to the salon or the 'parlour' to get her skin and hair in top condition. Thanks to Green Trends salon, my hair is at least taken care of.

Green Trends Salon, Salt Lake

Memebox Superbox #43 2014 F/W Colors - Unboxing, Review and September Codes

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I usually try and stay away from makeup only Memeboxes because I do not want to get pale foundations and too light lipsticks and blushes but the Fall/Winter box was too tempting for me to pass! Bold jewel tones and berry hues. Hell yeah!

Fresh off the runway makeup trends can be daunting, no doubt. So we made it simple and easy to find your best 2014 F/W runway makeup colors for non-scary, everyday Korean looks! We browsed through endless Pinterest and Instagram likes for hours looking for the hottest autumn makeup colors 0f 2014. We swooned over bold jewel tones, delicate pastel shades, just bitten berry colors for eye to lip and nail beauty trends, and finally came up with the perfect fall trend color concoction! Here’s what we fell in love with! African Violet: The beauty of purplely violet is that there’s a shade that works on every skin tone. From eyes to nails and lips, violet is a universally flattering shade this fall! Hemlock Green: Embrace your inner free-spirited ocean lover chick with this ultra refreshing hue. Just Bitten Berry: Make a loud statement with look at me bold berry hues this fall.

Price - $23 + $6.99 (Standard Shipping)

Availability - Sold Out

Share a #ColossalSelfie and win a Maybelline Hamper! Twitter Contest Only - Ends 16 September

Every girl loves her Kajal and when it’s Colossal Kajal, there are a little too many reasons to adore it. Earlier this year, Maybelline presented the Colossal Kohl Turquoise and now, it’s time for some more news!

Presenting  The Maybelline Colossal Cab! The Kajal keeps your eyes smudge free during the rains, but this year, Maybelline wants you to be safe inside the cab too! Wrapped around the Kohl colors (Black, Yellow and Turquoise), the Maybelline Colossal Cab has been a hit on the streets of Mumbai!

While all of you might not be able to hitch a #HitchAColossalRide, you can still show your support by wearing the Maybelline Kohl(s) and click a #ColossalSelfie. And win a Maybelline Hamper!

Here are the rules:

1. Contest open only to female Indian residents above 18
2. Contest starts 12 September and ends 16 September
3. Follow me on Twitter @PoutPretty (Mandatory)
4. Click a selfie wearing the Maybelline Colossal Kajal or Kohl and send it to me on Twitter tagging @PoutPretty
5. Each participant can send a maximum of two selfies
6. I will select the three best selfies and the winners will receive the Maybelline Colossal Cluster consisting of the Colossal Kajal, Colossal Kohl and Colossal Volum' Express Mascara.
7. Winners will be announced on 17th September.
8. I am only responsible to host the contest. Prizes will be sent by Maybelline.

Start sharing those selfies girls. Can’t wait to see your beautiful eyes, ColossalEYESed! All the Best!

Tips to choose your skin serum wisely

All of us love shiny and happy skin and we never compromise on picking out what’s best to keep it that way! If you are skincare-savvy, there is no way you have missed out on buying the brand new skin serum available on the shelf.

With our constant on-the-go lifestyle, serums offer the perfect nourishment to protect your skin from dirt, pollution and UV rays. Serums are lightweight, smoother in texture and also easy to use. You can pump just enough of it on your palm instead of being worried about pouring extra. It is also easier to carry serum when on the go as there is no fear of it spilling in your bag. But before you make your choice of the perfect serum, let’s consider what makes them perfect for you!

Just like all your beautiful dresses demand the right accessories to make them perfect, all skin types require different type of serums to keep them flawless. Let the Lakmé expert guide you in making the right choice of serum to keep heads turning every time you step out:

Experiencing Khad Khazana at the Eden Pavilion, ITC Sonar, Kolkata

If you are in Kolkata and want to treat your taste buds to some authentic Khad cuisine, head straight to ITC Sonar's 24-hour fine dining restaurant, Eden Pavilion that is hosting Khad Khazana from 12-21 September as part of the dinner buffet (Rs 1850 plus applicable taxes per guest) . I got to sample some dishes from Khad Khazana yesterday prepared by Master Chef Kailash Maharaj and I can only say "I never thought vegetarian food could also taste this good". Non-vegetarians, don't lose heart because there's quite a bit for you too and they taste equally good but the veg fare is amazing!

Khad cuisine is intrinsic to the regions of Marwar, Mewar, Shekhawati and Hadhoti. The subtlety of vegetarian as well as rich non-vegetarian hunter’s fare are enhanced with the spice of Mathania Chilli, JodpuriLongiMirch, Pipla Mool and Pipal. Taking in the nuances of Jain cuisine cooked without garlic and onions as well as Marwari culinary traditions.

Chef Kailash Maharaj born and brought up in the Newai district, honed his culinary expertise in the rustic kitchens of his village. He specialized in Marwar Barbeques and served the royalty of Udaipur and Jaipur. He has showcased this unique cuisine across the country as well as abroad.

Share Pictures of Your #BeautyGraveyard & Win 5 Pantene Hampers - Contest Ends 14 September

I'm back with another contest ladies and this one is super interesting. You know how all of us tend to go by what beauty brands talk about in their advertisements and buy a ton of stuff? While some work out, some don't live up to their tall claims and we dump them in our Beauty Graveyard. Well, I want to see what your Beauty Graveyard looks like and if I like what I see, I will give Pantene hampers to 5 lucky readers.

Information -

1. Contest open to Indian female residents only above the age of 18.
2. Contest starts 9th September and ends 14 September.
3. You need to mail me a picture of your Beauty Graveyard which will include product/products that did not work for you and you've basically dumped. 
4. Winners will be announced on 15th September
5. I am only responsible to host the contest. Prizes are sponsored and will be sent by Pantene.


Mandatory Rules -


1. Each person can send a maximum of two entries
2. Like my Facebook page
3. Follow the blog via GFC (Google Friend Connect) - the widget is to your right. Click on Join this site.
4. Follow @PoutPretty on Twitter
5. Mail me your pictures along with the Fb name, Twitter handle, the name with which you are following the blog, your address and contact details at poutpretty@gmail.com. Subject should be "Pantene Beauty Graveyard Contest Entry".

Get clicking girls and show me what's in your beauty graveyard. All the best!

Maybelline Alia's Secrets Contest - Winners Announced!

Hiya beautiful people. Thank you so much for your enthusiastic participation in the Maybelline India Alia' Secrets contest. Really appreciate the support :D.

As expected, all of you got the answers right so I had to take the help of 'Random Baba' to come up with the winners of the Maybelline hampers. A lot of you took the trouble to tag your friends and share on Twitter and while I appreciate your efforts that was not a rule so cannot give any extra points there. Everyone to me was equal :).

No more blabbering from my end. Lets get down to business and announce the winners. A big congratulations to:

1. Manasi Thosar
2. Seema Rastogi
3. Saachi Garg
4. Sunita Solanki
5. Wajiha Ahmed

Please mail me your contact details at poutpretty@gmail.com within 48 hrs. If I do not receive the details by that time, I will choose new winners. Please note that I am only responsible to host the contest and not send out the prizes. I will pass on your details to the Maybelline India team who will send the prizes directly to your address and needless to say, they will only send to Indian addresses. My responsibility ends after passing on your details to Maybelline :)

Congratulations to the winners again. Those who did not win, do not lose heart. Another contest is coming up tonight where you can again win hampers :D. Watch this space for more...

The Luxe Café - Website Review

The world of luxury goods and fine living is now just a click away thanks to www.theluxecafe.com, India’s very own b2c focused e-platform with curated content, dedicated to global luxury and fine living. The Luxe Café, aims to bring India’s growing numbers of brand-conscious buyers and luxury-enthusiasts in close touch with all that is happening. “Uniquely designed and featuring a selection of engaging, informative and exciting stories, reviews, experientials and tips, The Luxe Cafe` is more than just a website. It is your very own quick gateway to a world of luxurious, enriching, premium lifestyle”

Giorgio Armani Lip Maestro # 401 Tibetan Orange - Review, Swatch

I was roaming around inside the Champs Elysees Sephora store when the Giorgio Armani counter SA asked me to come with her and check the Lip Maestro range. I went over to the counter and she picked up #401, gave it to me and said "I know you are going to buy this". I saw the color, tried it on and fell in love. My friend Chandreyee was with me and she said "this will be my birthday gift to you this year". And that is how I got my first Giorgio Armani Lip Maestro. Will I buy a second one? Read on to find out...

A truly luminous matte lip color, Lip Maestro is more radiant than a matte lipstick and more sophisticated than a gloss. A luxurious, velvet texture that glides onto lips for 4-dimensional volume; lips are drenched in long lasting, chic color. Lip Maestro has all the color and sophistication women desire in a matte finish combined with the luminous intensity of a lip lacquer. A formula created exclusively by Giorgio Armani Cosmetics and made possible by a transparent “velvet” gel which diffuses light while providing a luxurious, matte finish for both depth and volume.

Giorgio Armani Lip Maestro # 401 Tibetan Orange 

L’Oreal Paris Magic Nude Liquid Powder Foundation Sun Beige (328) - Review, Swatch

The L'Oreal Magic Nude Liquid Powder Foundation could not have launched at a better time. I was looking for an everyday wear foundation that would not cost a bomb and this one at Rs 899 seemed perfect. I had read rave reviews of this foundation from a lot of international bloggers so wanted to check it out for myself.

Get the ultimate un-makeup look with Magic Nude Liquid Powder Bare Skin Perfecting Makeup with SPF 18. Revolutionary liquid transforms on contact, leaving a soft powder like finish. This foundation is so amazingly lightweight it’s like wearing no makeup at all! Just shake and apply – it’s magic! 

L’Oreal Magic Nude Liquid Powder Foundation Sun Beige 

M.A.C Launches Moody Blooms Collection

Venomous violets, intoxicating ivy and poisonous nightshade glow with a phosphorescent gleam – shrouding eyes in earthy metallic Eye Shadows, intensified by blackened green and plum Fluidline and the drama of False Lashes Black. Vibrant lips suggest a hidden motive as the soft warm pinks of Sheen Supreme Lipglass Tint are overpowered by the deep blue plums and darkened berries of Sheen Supreme Lipstick. A final surge of adrenaline bursts with pink and shimmery bronze Powder Blush.

SHEEN SUPREME LIPSTICK

Moody Bloom - bronze plum
Phosphorescent - electric pink coral
Pheromonal - dark blue pink
Lust Extract - electric violet
Quite the Thing! - deep blue plum
INR 1,800

SHEEN SUPREME LIPGLASS TINT

Bubble Gum- soft warm pink
Gwi-Yo-Mi - mid-tone raspberry
Blushing Berry - mid-tone cool red
Glorious Intent - warm plum
Simply Wow- mid-tone cool mauve
INR 1,450

EYE SHADOW

Artistic License - pinky gold (veluxe pearl)
Deep Fixation - metallic brown (veluxe pearl)
Blooming Mad- mid-tone ultra violet (frost)
Hidden Motive - deep aubergine (veluxe pearl)
Lucky Green- dark yellow green (veluxe pearl)
Green Room - mid-tone teal (satin)
INR 1,200


FLUIDLINE

Copperthorn - glittery bronze
Nightshade - blackened plum
Black Ivy - blackened green plum
INR 1,300

FALSE LASHES

False Black black - INR 1,850

POWDER BLUSH

Bred for Beauty - mid-tone blue pink
Worldly Wealth - shimmering peachy bronze
INR 1,800

BRUSH

211 Pointed Liner - INR Rs.1,600
239 Eye Shader - INR 2,100

The collection is already sold out in Kolkata so you might want to hurry if you are planning to get anything. What caught your eye?

TRESemmé Hair Spa Rejuvenation Shampoo and Conditioner - Review

I got the TRESemmé Hair Spa Rejuvenation range consisting of a shampoo and conditioner last Monday and have been using it everyday till date. Yes, I know people say that you should not wash your hair everyday as it strips the natural oils but I just can't do without it. In Kolkata, it's so hot and humid that if I don't shampoo one day, my hair will turn limp and greasy and I hate that. I use a conditioner every day and a hair mask every alternate day along with a serum and touch wood, my hair has behaved quite well over the years. Since I've used the TRESemmé range for some days now, thought of sharing my views on the products.

TRESemmé Hair Spa Rejuvenation Shampoo and Conditioner 

New TRESemmé Hair spa rejuvenation shampoo infused with hydrating marine minerals complex and essential nutrients, deeply nourishes you scalp. Resulting is your hair is gently cleansed and moisturized, it looks thicker and shinier.

TRESemmé Hair Spa Rejuvenation massageable conditioner moisturizes and conditions your hair. It is detangled and beautifully soft to touch. You can now massage your scalp with it.