Beauty Diaries by Kimi

Vibrant colors meet chic glitter in  L'Oréal Paris’ new vision for Cannes 2014  L’Oreal Paris all set to unveil their latest make-up collection L’Or Lumière at Festival de Cannes After the launch of glamorous L’Or Sunset collection, L'Oréal Paris is all set to glam up the French Riviera with its new make-up line - L’Or Lumière . L'Oreal Paris celebrates its 17th year as the official makeup partner for the Cannes Film Festival 2014 by launching its collection, which has been inspired by "Gold", which is the purest of the elements. The main highlight of L’Or Lumière Collection is the exuberance of Neo Gold as a beauty trend on Indian and global fashion runways. As shades of gold gorgeously compliment all Indian skin tones, the L’Or Lumière Collection showcases the products with lovely bright hues that stylishly accentuate the brilliance of gold. The products are a fine representation of glamour, elegance and will certainly heighten the allure of a...

Za True White Day Cream - Review In summers, I generally look for a light weight day cream that has SPF in it, and that doesn't make my skin look oily or greasy in the hot and humid weather at my place. I have been using Za True White Day Cream from Za (pronounced as zee-ae ) since past 2 weeks now and below goes my review about the same: About the brand Za ZA from Shiseido India Pvt. Ltd. : ZA is a highly aspirational skincare and makeup brand present in Asian markets since 1997. “zee:ae” is designed for the modern working woman in her 20s who desires sophisticated metropolitan beauty. The brand got launched in India in April 2014 and I got to try Za true white day cream. It is priced INR 999/- for a quantity of 40g. Here goes my experience with it below: My Experience with Za true white day cream: I had quite high expectations from the cream, considering the fact that it has come from the manufacturers of Shiseido brand,

To extend the benefit of DreamTone with a dream complexion and protect the skin tone, UV EXPERT, number one UV brand in Asia*, proposes a new standard in UV Protection, the new face of expert protection. For the very first time Lancôme’s XL-Shield™ protects skin against XL UVA rays. THE HARM OF XL UVA Long UVA rays, also called XL UVA, which penetrate more deeply than short UVA and UVB rays, are more harmful to the skin and affect it in three areas in the long term:

Revlon Introduces The Amazing Spider-Man 2 Electric Chrome Collection™ Limited Edition Lip and Nail Shades Inspired by the Year’s Hottest Film The Amazing Spider-Man 2 Electric Chrome Collection This May’s highly anticipated sequel to The Amazing Spider-Man reunites fans with conflicted couple Peter Parker and Gwen Stacy. Even after promising Gwen’s father that he would ‘stay away,’ Peter finds himself drawn to Gwen more than ever, and neither can deny the electricity between them. Perhaps it’s her lipgloss? Revlon has teamed up with Sony Pictures to launch an exclusive collection of lip and nail shades inspired by the ‘electric’ theme of “The Amazing Spider-Man 2.”

Redefining the beauty of sultry Indian skin, Lakmé for the first time ever, introduces a rare coming-together of skincare and makeup products with the Lakmé Absolute Gloss range. This exclusive range of skincare and makeup products by Lakmé is set to inspire yet another extravagant beauty trend that brings together the best of both. With - Lakmé Skin Gloss Gel Crème, - Lakmé Skin Gloss Reflection Serum, - Lakmé Skin Gloss Overnight Mask and - Lakmé Absolute Gloss Addict lipcolor, this range includes everything you need for a glossy hydrated look throughout the day. Inspired by Gloss trends and adopted by the beauty experts and runways of the world, Lakmé Absolute brings to you the Gloss Look - a look perfected with hydrating care for skin and finished with high shine makeup.

Its been just with a beauty product range that I experienced the dead sea ingredients. I reviewed them all HERE My experiences were good even if not very miraculous. They at least made me have my trust on skin care products with dead sea ingredients. Today I would like to introduce you to a new brand launched in India that can let your skin feel the difference with an advanced & effective mineral skincare treatment. “AVANI Dead Sea Cosmetics” offers one of the oldest known Spa and Salon therapy products from the Dead Sea. AVANI brings luxury cosmetics and highly developed skincare products for flawless glowing skin, bringing together centuries old beauty care with modern science. AVANI-Dead Sea Cosmetics was established to offer mineral skin care products that combine the nourishing and revitalising properties of Dead Sea Products with modern techniques. These products are natural and are formulated with a special combination of minerals like magnesium, calcium, pot...

This summer create an interplay of light and colors with Lakme Absolute Illusion make-up range Raising the curtain on this season's style statement, Lakmé along with Rajesh Pratap Singh - grand finale designer for Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/ Resort 2014, today launched Lakmé Absolute Illusion, the latest fashion week collection that will create magic on the runway on 16th March 2014. Inspired by illusions, the Grand Finale of Lakmé Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2014 will be a magnificent interplay of light and color through make-up and outfits that are true to the designer's signature style. Lakmé Absolute Illusion will comprise of eight metallic shimmer eyeshadow monos and four limited edition nail colors. Lakme's trend forecast for the season is dominated by bold lustrous eyes in metallic pearl hues of Pink, Gold, Blue, Black, Starlight and Peach. Lakmé Absolute Color Illusion Pearl Eyeshadow can be used wet for a molten look or dry for a metallic finish. The limited edi...

L'Oréal Paris brings to you a revolutionary hair care range using a combination of 6 Oils to provide complete nourishment for your hair. Doesn't matter if you are in Paris or in India, women crave for ‘perfect’ hair that is strong, shiny, thick, smooth, soft and manageable. All these qualities are achievable only with hair that is deeply nourished from within. L’Oréal Paris, the world’s No.1 beauty brand is now making this possible for Indian women with its new 6 Oil Nourish Range giving your hair the nourishment it deserves. Backed by years of experience in hair care innovation for women around the world, L’Oreal Paris has created 6 Oil Nourish specifically for Indian women and the products are suitable for all hair types. The range has been created using 6 unique micro oils which penetrate deep into the scalp &provide your hair with utmost nourishment and care. The L’Oréal Paris 6 Oil Nourish range contains a unique combination of three traditional oils – almond, co...

Indulge in the glamorous Limited Edition Old Hollywood Collection from Bobbi Brown this Valentine’s Day~   ~I equate Old Hollywood with a look that’s more formulated. It’s about seeing the effort. It’s definitely elegant~ Katie Holmes, Global Brand Ambassador for Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, on the Old Hollywood Collection.  Bobbi Brown introduces Old Hollywood, a collection that celebrates the glitz and glam of iconic American screen sirens.  This sultry collection offers something for every type of woman, ensuring you will always be red carpet ready!  Whether it is looking just absolutely fabulous for a romantic date (face chart by Bobbi Brown on how to get the Old Hollywood look, enclosed) or having the perfect gift for your lady love, the Old Hollywood Collection is the must-have make-up accessory for Valentine’s Day!   Limited Edition Old Hollywood Eye Palette Get paparazzi ready with this limi...

L'Oreal Paris has always been quite creative in bringing their make up ranges , and now the brand goes outrageously POP and launches the Poptastic collection for a touch of flamboyant color, new from Paris! What makes the POPTASTIC collection so awesome?   It’s outrageously colorful, it’s outrageously POP.  Rock your beauty must haves for this season with glamorous hot shades from the latest Poptastic Collection by L'Oréal Paris. This collection is the perfect way to completely jazz up your beauty wardrobe. L'Oréal Paris introduces a set of products that will add that extra element of oomph with fun colors and exciting prints so you can live life on the brighter side!

Nourish your lips naturally with SoulTree Color Rich ~ Purest form of lead free lipstick that nourishes and protects~ SoulTree , India’s first and the only range of certified natural beauty products, has introduced Colour Rich Lipsticks composed of natural & organic ingredients. Completely lead free, these lipsticks are perfectly safe to wear throughout the day. SoulTree Colour Rich is also free from Carmine, making them suitable for vegetarians. SoulTree Colour Rich is an ayurvedic lip care product formulated using organic ghee and natural origin colours. They are enhanced with the moisturizing effect of natural ingredients like sweet almond oil, essence of rose, wild honey with organic ghee (clarified butter). All these ingredients have been used to give lips a vibrant dash of colour with all the goodness of ayurvedic care. SoulTree Lipstick has the most striking lipstick formulation flattering to all skin tones. They are available in 24 different shades including Ear...

BOBBI BROWN COSMETICS LAUNCHES IN INDIA Opens First Retail Location at Select CITYWALK, Delhi Opening Date: July, 2013 Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, the exclusive beauty line developed by celebrated makeup artist Bobbi Brown, is thrilled to announce the opening of its first retail location in India at Select CITYWALK, an upscale mall located in the South Delhi district of Saket. The store is an expression of Bobbi’s unique philosophy and aesthetic, and the perfect way for consumers to discover Bobbi’s signature products and expert services. Bobbi Brown revolutionized the beauty industry in 1991 with the launch of 10 brown-based lipsticks and a simple philosophy that with the right makeup and knowledge women can look like themselves, only prettier and more confident. Her unique approach was a long-awaited gift for women who wanted makeup that was simple, flattering and wearable. More than twenty two years later, Bobbi’s holistic and empowering take on beauty speaks to women of all ag...

Best Face Serum can do wonders for your skin To get the best results for gorgeous-looking skin, along with your cleanser, toner and moisturizer, add a face serum to your daily skin care routine. Serums are usually more potent and are designed to penetrate deeply into the skin to help provide essential nutrients and produce radiant-looking skin. With their ability to deliver essential nutrients and address very specific skin concerns, serums are rapidly growing in popularity.   Lakmé Youth Infinity has introduced the first ever sculpting face serum with the 10 benefits of a facial in 1. Lakmé Youth Infinity Skin firming Serum is a daily deep action treatment to preserve your 20’s best youthful look. Recommended by Lakmé Salon experts and clinically tested, this face serum increases skin’s luminosity and firmness, hydrates your skin and increases its sheen and fairness. Unlike other skin products, these have a higher concentration of active ingredients. Lakmé Youth Infini...

Revolution in Fairness  New Garnier White Complete Are you still in search for that perfect fairness cream that gives you the 10/10 Complete Fairness you deserve? Look no further than the New Garnier White Complete, a multi action fairness cream with 10 benefits for complete fairness that you always wanted. With the goodness of Active White, a revolutionary whitening ingredient with 10X the power of Vitamin C and Pure Lemon Essence, Garnier White Complete is the answer to instant whitening and lasting fairness. A fairness cream,with sun protection from SPF 17 and PA++, protects you from the harmful UV rays of the sun. The New Garnier White Complete multi action fairness cream leaves the skin feeling fresh and moisturized, with a healthy glow. 10 benefits for Complete Fairness 1. Instant Whitening 2. Sun Protection SPF17 3. Lasting Fairness 4. Glow 5. Deep Skin Whitening Actives 6. Skin Feels Fresh 7. Moisturizes Skin 8. Smoothens Skin 9. ...

Flaunt clear matte skin with the new LAKMÉ Clear Pores CLEAN UP This monsoon, enjoy a hot cuppa without having to worry about your skin. No matter how much we love the monsoons, the humidity in the air often creates havoc for our skin. The moisture laden air makes our skin prone to breakouts, blemishes, clogged pores and a constant oiliness that refuses to go. Enriched with green tea extracts, the new Lakmé Clear Pores CLEAN UP range is a salon-like cleanup giving you clear, matte skin. Clogged pores are a major cause for concern among women. Pores can become clogged as a result of the accumulation of oil and dirt. Oily areas, most notably the T-zone, are usually home to the most noticeable pores. Having clear pores is necessary to prevent blackheads and acne, and is the first step to getting beautiful, radiant skin. A rich source of Salicylic acid and anti-oxidant; Green Tea is known to clear and soothe skin. Created by Lakmé experts, Lakmé Clear Pores CLEAN UP range is...

Long Stay Makeup from FACES Canada Are you the party lover who is tired with smudged and smeared makeup that always spoils your mood or your long working hours and worn off makeup disgrace your first good impression. One can manage blotting with rice paper and dabbing on some powder and lip gloss but sliding off eyeliner, mascara or eyeshadow can be a real put off and reapplying everything is not always possible. FACES Canada brings to you the solution for all your makeup needs and problems with long-lasting smudge free makeup. It’s far less likely to melt or move as the temperature rises. Stay relaxed and stop worrying about makeup while you are on a roll. Follow the following steps for the best results for your long stay look. Foundation Start with the foundation that helps you maintain the natural look without slipping off your face the moment the room heats up.  Go for FACES Dual Powder foundation which is a unique formulation foundation in power form, giving a fl...

Lakmé, India’s iconic beauty brand is known to innovate continuously and introduce new products, to make women look and feel beautiful. In its endeavor to address every woman’s intrinsic need for perfect looking skin, Lakmé now introduces your everyday skin stylist – Lakmé ‘complexion care’ cream. A pro-stylist brand, Lakmé brings alive its expertise in skin care and make up with the launch of Lakmé CC cream. Created in collaboration with Lakmé expert, Daniel Bauer, the Lakmé CC cream combines the goodness of a daily skincare cream with just the right touch of make-up. Lakmé CC Cream is designed for the modern woman who needs to look her best at all times. A hectic schedule can usually leave you with little time to look after your skin.  But, with Lakmé CC cream you can get instantly styled skin, every day.

 Keep your 20’s Sculpted look with Lakmé Youth Infinity Lakmé, India’s iconic beauty brand is known to innovate continuously and add new products to its repertoire across cosmetics, salon services and skin care. In its endeavor to address every woman’s intrinsic need for younger looking skin, Lakmé now introduces the revolutionary ‘Sculpting’ skin care range - Lakmé Youth Infinity. Women love the radiant and youthful skin of their early 20’s. It is a time when skin is at its supple best, with great collagen support. As skin matures over time, it begins to look dull and loses its elasticity due to aging effects of the sun, environmental pollutants, and stress.  Unveiling the most exciting beauty trends worldwide; the Sculpted Look is essentially the best of your 20’s skin - the firmness, the radiance and the youthfulness. Women have increasingly come to believe that the first step to gorgeous looking skin is that perfect Sculpted look. The sculpted look is what women ...

Hiya friends, I hope you are enjoying the awesome appearances of the celebrities at Cannes Film Festival 2013. I am particularly in love with so many of them, that I am still working on listing down my top favorites  L'Oreal has done really amazing work in making the celebs (especially Sonam Kapoor and Aishwarya Rai Bacchan!)  dazzle and sparkle on the red carpet. I simply could not get my eyes off Sonam, when she appeared in the gorgeous floral Dolce and Gabbana gown. She looked breathtakingly beautiful, fresh and like some Disney Princess. Anyways, more on the looks later! Image source L'OReal's Sunset collection has created quite a wave on its Facebook page, and I know you guys can't wait to lay your hands on it. So, to give a treat to your eyes, here is the first look to a couple of products from L'Oreal's Sunset Collection. Do let me know which of these would you like me to review first. Enjoy the pics! :) L'Oreal Paris Color Rich...

NIVEA launches New NIVEA Whitening Smooth Skin Deodorant NIVEA India Pvt. Ltd, an affiliate of Beiersdorf AG and world’s largest skincare brand has launched a new variant to add to its existing Whitening deodorant portfolio, NIVEA Whitening Smooth Skin Deodorant. New NIVEA Whitening Smooth Skin Deodorant now gives consumers another reason to ‘Go Sleeveless’ and flaunt their fair, even toned and smooth underarms.