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Revlon Colorburst Chocolate Lipstick Review

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by Venetha

Hi my friends!
Today I am going to review a lip color that came as a gift to me a while ago. This is a cool brown shade called Revlon Color Burst Lipstick in Shade 60 Chocolate.

Product Description:

  • Instant burst of rich, true color with a feather light feel
  • Elasticolor™ technology provides immediate color release and hugs lips with a burst of weightless color that feels like a second skin

Price and Quantity: 

Rs. 610 for 3.7 grams

My Take on  Revlon Colorburst Chocolate Lipstick:

I like the packaging since it looks classy and sophisticated. It comes in a matte black case which has crisscross dents and the brand name is written across the center. There is a sticker at the bottom of the lipstick with the shade name and number on it. The lid snaps shut with a click and the lipstick can be easily carried around in a makeup bag.

This is a gorgeous chocolate brown shade which can be described as a chocolate color with a subtle hint of plum when worn on the lips. It has no shimmers or glitter and it gives a glossy finish on application. This lip color is highly pigmented and can be ideal for party or festive wear. For daily use, one swipe will do. The intensity is build-able. This shade would suit all Indian skin tones as it is a very classic color. It gives a beautiful definition to the lips.

The texture is very smooth, soft & creamy yet it doesn’t break or melt off. You can apply it directly or use a lip brush. It glides smoothly and effortlessly on lips and it is also moisturizing. I usually use a lip balm before applying a lipstick. There was no flaking problem with this lip color otherwise too. The lip color is not greasy, patchy or heavy but is very light on my lips. It gives an even finish to the lips and doesn’t accentuate the fine lines. Pigmentation in lips will be covered well. A prerequisite for using any lip stick is exfoliation. Otherwise any lip color will look ghastly.

The staying power is 4-5 hours on my lips with a little eating and drinking. It transfers easily on to cups. It wears off evenly but leaves a mild tint on the lips.  It can easily removed too and doesn’t create a mess.

Why I like this Lipstick?:

  • Flattering shade
  • Feels light on lips
  • Smooth and creamy texture
  • Moisturizing
  • Good color payoff
  • Hides pigmentation
  • Travel friendly
  • Classy and stylish pack

Why I don’t like this Lipstick?:

  • Price is on the higher side
  • Transfers easily


MABH Rating: 4.5/5

Final Word: 

It is a beautiful shade that everyone should try. The texture and pigmentation makes this product a worthy piece.

Fabindia Tea Tree Face Wash Review

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by Venetha

Hi my friends!
Since time immemorial, I have been battling with acne- my most pressing skin issue since puberty. I am always on the hunt for anti acne products. Clean and clear seemed to work for a year or so and then it gave up on me. When things got worse, I had to consult a dermatologist to make peace with my skin. Now that my acne is pretty much under control, I just have to maintain my skin balance and take care of the occasional pop ups.

Fabindia is a pan Indian company that has a skin care range made organically and I love it for that. When I decided to hit the store, as usual I was looking for products to take care of my oily acne prone skin. That is when I spotted their tea tree range. Tea tree oil works well against acne. So I just had to get their face wash as a start. And boy did it work!


Product Description:

An antiseptic face wash ideal for oily skin, containing tea tree oil and turmeric extract. Daily use removes excess sebum reducing acne and pimples.

Ingredients:



Price:

Rs. 165 for 120 ml

Shelf life: 

36 months from the date of manufacture

My Experience with Fabindia Tea Tree Face Wash:

The packaging is a standard one in all Fabindia products. It looks neat and traditional with little motifs. The tube is sort of a mint green color with a flip top. The cap is sturdy and doesn’t leak whatsoever. You can easily manage how much product you want out of the tube.

The face wash is of a gel consistency but a little runnier than that. The product has a transparent base with a light greenish tint to it. I wonder if the smell is an authentic tea tree oil fragrance as I can sense faint kerosene like smell. I don’t know if something is wrong with my nose, but that is what I feel. Nevertheless I don’t find it bothering.

The face wash lathers well and removes all dirt, grime and oil from my face. A small coin sized amount is enough to clean your face and neck. Because of this reason, one tube is sure to last for months and this makes it economical too. It takes me a few more splashes as I feel a slippery film stays behind. But after patting my face dry it doesn’t feel the same. My skin is squeaky clean but not dried out. It stays oil free and shine free for about 3-4 hours.

Now with regards to the main purpose of the product, it ‘does’ keep my pimples and acne at bay. I used to have tiny little pimple here and there, but now it is a case of the past. Looks like the tea tree extracts are working out. Another ingredient which is salicylic acid is effective in clearing pimples. You need to be regular with the usage to notice a big difference. No product can do wonders in a day or two.

Why I like this Face Wash?:

  • Makes skin squeaky clean
  • Removes oil and dirt completely
  • Doesn’t cause dry patches
  • Contains salicylic acid, tea tree and turmeric extracts
  • Controls pimples with regular use
  • Doesn’t irritate the skin
  • One tube goes a long way
  • Travel friendly

Why I don’t like this Face Wash?

  • Fragrance might not be very appealing

MABH Rating: 4.75/5

Final word:

The face wash stands true to its claims. A great plus is the presence of natural ingredients in it. If you have combination to oily skin and you want a face wash to take care of your pimples, this one could be your best friend.

Lakme Nine to Five Intense Volume Mascara Review and Photos

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by Venetha

Hi my friends,
All makeup lovers would agree that a dash of mascara will open up your eyes and make you look more vibrant. After kajal, mascara is what you need to define your eyes. I too had purchased one, with the same expectations, which is the Lakme nine to five intense volume mascara. But did it do well? Or did it not? Let me tell you guys.

Product Description:

An all-day, high performance Lakme 9 to 5 Intense Volume Mascara that pumps up volume to give you dramatically long lashes.

Step 1: Gently run the brush through your lashes from the base to the tip of your upper eyelash on the underside.

Step 2: Gently brush some mascara onto your lower lashes using the same technique. Wait for the mascara to dry before applying a second coat.

Price and Quantity:

Rs. 375 for 7.5 ml (I think the price has been changed now)

My Take on Lakme Nine to Five Intense Volume Mascara:

I like the sleek black packaging. Carrying it in your purse or your makeup bag is very easy as it is a good and sturdy pack. I had accidentally dropped the wand down and the outer covering of the top broke into pieces like glass! Anyway I have the inner plastic handle intact. The mascara doesn’t dry up inside the tube.

The wand is not very thick and so the mascara coating doesn’t make my eye lashes look voluminous, no sir! My lashes kind of stuck together when the mascara dried. I tried wiggling the wand as I moved from the lash root to the tip but that didn’t help too. Okay I decide on another coat, maybe I will fix it up then. It was even worse this time around. After it all dried up, I had to use an unused spoolie brush to separate my lashes a bit to make my eyes look human.

My lashes felt like they were small sticks that would break off anytime. Somehow my eyes look ghastly with this mascara on. In the swatch, I had to take time and separate the lashes to make it view-able.

Good thing is the mascara didn’t fade even after a whole day. I had splashed water onto my face a few times too, still didn’t budge. That came as a disadvantage at the end of the day when I wanted to remove my mascara. I had raccoon eyes by the time I managed to take it off.

Before and After:

What I liked about this Mascara?

  • Stylish and sleek packaging
  • Staying power is more
  • Easy to carry around
  • Water resistant

What I didn’t like about this Mascara?

  • Clumps my lashes
  • A pain to remove
  • High price
  • Defies the purpose of mascara – no pretty eyes
  • Doesn’t add volume to my lashes

MABH Rating: 2.5/5

Final word:

No intense volume, sticky hard eyelashes, high price. Not worth it. It MAY work okay for you if you use only one coat. But there are a lot more options available for you to choose from that are affordable too.