Beauty Diaries by Kimi

Experience the magic of 3 R’s this season: Repair, Replenish and Revitalise your hair and skin at Lakmé Salon Celebrate flawless skin with the new Algae Collagen Masque  Rejuvenate your hair with the Time Restore Protein Treatment Have you looked in the mirror with a worry that pre-mature ageing and fine lines are beginning to appear on your skin?  Are you afraid that your hair is beginning to look duller and has lost its sheen? Indulge in Lakmé Salon’s new Repair Replenish and Revitalise Service which includes Algae Collagen Masque for your skin and the Time Restore protein treatment for your hair. Experience these rejuvenating hair and skin services as part of a whole list of special offerings that are Just Out @ Lakmé Salon. The Algae Collagen Masque reduces any signs of pre-ageing, maturing and dehydration of the skin. It wipes out these signs with ingredients like Sea algae, Chondrus Crispus, Glycerin and Lavender Oil.  It nourishes, revitalizes and hydr...

Hello friends, I had to go for a party yesterday and for the second time in my life I chose to wear a saree. It was quite a work for me to get it done right. And after 3 attempts, I finally managed to drape it well. It was my first time in net saree, and now I can understand the whole craze over it. It feels so utterly light and easy to carry, especially in hot and humid climate like this. I took these photographs after coming back from the party, without doing any touch ups and I still feel I look quite fresh! :P I hope you like the pics, even though they were taken at night time under normal tubelight and camera's flash, so request you to ignore the poor quality:) What I wore: Pink net saree bought from fashionandyou.com Brown Flat Jootis (not in the pic) Earrings, bangles and bracelet Makeup: Face : Manhattan foundation, P2 compact powder, MAC blush - Vintage grape Eyes : Essence eyeshadow primer, Illamasqua cream pigment - Depravity, deep brown eyeshadow fro...

Get Black, Bold, Smudge free lines with Maybelline New York’s best selling product,  Colossal Kajal!  This monsoon, stay SMUDGE FREE FOR 6 HOURS! MRP: Rs.150 Availability:  All 20,000 medical, general, beauty counters across the country. It’s the new rage in town, every girl wants it, and every girl needs it. Once you have it, you can’t do without it! This year, Maybelline New York, the No. 1 Color Cosmetics Brand in the world, is promising girls smudge-free eyes for 6 hours with its celebrated product, the Colossal Kajal. The Colossal Kajal is a revolutionary product. It is the blackest black kajal, stays smudge free for 6 hours and provides bold lines in one single stroke. This modern twist up Kajal is sleek, non-messy, easy-to-carry, and sharpen free. It has the ability to enhance your look within minutes! Just a minute of effortless application and you are set to turn heads. The exclusive color fix formula guarantees intense colour results that w...

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has always been an evergreen beauty in my opinion, and she stunned me again this time with her gorgeous and elegant looks in all her appearances at Cannes this year. Apart from her lovely dresses, her makeup is something that really makes her stand out. Check out more details below: Get the Look: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's Ethnic Glamour at Cannes 2012 Positively glowing, new mommy and actress, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan had us at her beautifully done up kohl-rimmed eyes. Not missing a moment of her appearance on the red carpet, we instantly thought of how to copy her look to perfection. To nab that look of radiance, start with applying some Hydrafresh Deep Boosting Essence; after that, blend in the True Match Foundation lightly over your face. Next, work on your cheekbones. For that, use some of the True Match Blush in 265 Golden Apricot. Not too flashy, this shade will delicately dress the apples of your cheeks. To read more check HERE Get the Look...

I loved how fresh and elegant Frieda looked in both of her appearances at Cannes. If you too are a fan for her makeup looks and want to achieve the same, then check out the details below: Decoding the look: Freida Pinto at the Cannes 2012 Opening Ceremony Sticking to her understated style, Freida Pinto looked the picture of demure elegance at the Cannes 2012 opening ceremony. We broke down her look at Cannes with a couple of subtle tricks.

(Guest Post) Every woman is beautiful in her own ways. What she wears defines her essence. Indian beauties are a class apart and so need that class treatment too. This few meters long draping yarn that we call Saree is a magical piece of clothing. It can turn your any ordinary day into a special one because of the grace it imparts. And if it turns out to be your wedding, there cannot be a better dress. You will find wedding sarees in all hues and fabrics to add that special glow to your brightest day. A saree is the perfect drape to accentuate an Indian woman’s curves. It does not matter what shape you are in, it will just make you look so elegant and graceful. It is as if the dress itself understands that each woman is special and beautiful. Many Bollywood and today even some Hollywood beauties have been donning bridal sarees on their special occasion. These beauties who have designers to get them any dress they wish to, understand that there is nothing more perfect to suit...

Body washes make life so easy, don't they? Especially in summers, when you feel an urge to take shower at least 3-4 times a day. Though Soulflower soaps that I reviewed HERE , managed a great deal in bringing back my love for soaps, I still feel body washes to be more comfortable, convenient and overall fast. Moreover, the gorgeous fragrance and rich lather to play with provided by body washes, give them another extra point when compared to soap. Today I'd be reviewing my current favorite body wash by DM Balea called Dark Glamour. I picked it up during my last trip to Esslingen (Germany). Check out more details below: DM Balea Dark Glamour Dusche Fresh inspiration: Dive with Balea into the realm of the a fascinating senses with harmonious scents to flatter the soul, and provide tender care for your skin. Mystical seduction - Balea Dark Glamour offers you a mysterious fragrance blend of fresh and sensuous nuances. The high-quality care formula provides the ski...

Hello friends, Jewelry and accessories are inevitable parts of a lady's get up, and I am no exception to that. Neckpieces, earrings, rings and bracelets of different couture, form my collection, and that ranges from ethnic to street-wear to high-street fashion and what not. I will show you my collection someday soon, but today I have to show you these lovely pieces that I received from this amazing website  http://www.ringsandtings.com Let us check more details about it, and then we'll go to the jewelry pieces: What RingsAndTings.com say about themselves Fashion has the power to speak words even when at times we find ourselves lost. Rings and Tings is the perfect place to buy the most unique piece of FASHION at a reasonable price. From Jewelry to clothing, every detail is important and can add character to an outfit. Rings and Tings will be there to provide that little special treasure that shall be cherished forever. Rings & Tings started off...

Are you ready to shine, glow and look sunkissed this summer? Well, Illamasqua's Naked Strangers collection promises to help you achieve exactly that, with much perfection and glamour. A collection, perfect for the summers. Check out more details below: A place where alter egos are laid bare and naked flesh is a source of unashamed inspiration. In this delicate tipping point between intimacy and pleasurable detachment, Illamasqua revels in the unknown; exploring the distance between pure Monogamous, gilded Faithful and uninhibited Swinger. Exposed nude tones, adorned with rich licks of gold, leave you gasping for more. Don’t restrain yourself. Unless, of course, you enjoy it.  “Naked Strangers captures inner glows and depths. The deeply and darkly alluring exists alongside ethereal shimmering brilliance. We are complex and multifaceted whilst also being naked to the world.” Alex Box, Illamasqua Creative Director. “Naked Strangers represents everything about border...

Some Online/Offline Haul - Saree, Earrings, Bags, Shoes I went out to visit the nearest mall here after ages just because I was feeling much better after months of sickness. The mall is called Ozone plaza, which is around 45 minutes drive away.. This was my first visit there, and honestly I didn't miss Bangalore at all. I fell into the same shopping pattern the way I used to do there, once I was inside the mall.. :D. It was really nice and fun to step outside after such a long time, even though it was sweltering hot outside while going from here to the mall. All thanks to my sunglasses and sunscreen, I saved my eyes and face from a great deal of torture. I have been planning to go for a family function in coming few days, so my main focus was to get a couple of ethnics. Bought two cotton Kurta sets for hubby, and then went and bought a pair of jootis to go with them from Khadim's. For me, I'd already ordered 2 sarees from 99labels last week, and absolutely ...

Hello friends! I am extremely excited and kind of 'electrified' to announce today this contest that has been sponsored by L'Oreal Paris to celebrate the launch of their L'Or Electric Range on completing their 15 year partnership with the Cannes Film Festival as its official Make Up artiste. I've shared more details about this range HERE . Now, coming to the fun a.k.a the contest part: Since the range has been inspired by the extravagance of the 80s: post-modernism, neon, Studio.54, day-glo, new wave and the beginnings of electronic music;  this contest is all set to make you unleash your "bright side" and get as bold as you can with your eye makeup. As the theme suggests - " Electrifying Eyes ", I leave the creativity on you, how you want to go neon, sparkly, bright and electrifying! Electrifying Eyes Contest to celebrate L’Or Electric Collection & the Cannes Association So, without wasting anymore time, he...

Hi friends, Summer brings so many hassles of keeping your skin cleansed and oil-free all the time. Do you agree? I definitely have to add a couple of things and steps in my routine to take care of my summer skin. I am usually very particular about my cleansers, more than anything else. This may be because of my oily-combination skin. I always aim to look for the cleansers that can take off all the dirt and oil from my face, while keeping the moisture intact. Usually getting an ideal cleanser of this type is sort of tricky, from what I've experienced so far. I got a deluxe sample of Clarins Paris White Plus HP Pearl to Cream Brightening Cleanser in March and have used it a couple of times so far. Let us check out more details below: Clarins ParisWhite Plus HP Pearl to Cream Brightening Cleanser Clarins White Plus HP Pearl-to-Cream Brightening Cleanser is a creamy texture and a lightweight foam which perfectly cleanses the skin, tightens pores and brightens the com...