Review - Lakme Eyeconic Kajal, MAybelline Gel Eyeliner and Coloressence Eye Pen

eyeconic, maybelline gel liner and coloressence pen

 As i Love applying kajal to every possible space in ma eyes i have been searching for a suitable smudge free and easy to use kajal. After using kajals of few brands (like colorbar intense kohl eyeliner and diana of london long wear eyeliner which were disasters)  i ended up in having my personal favorites. While most of the kajals ended up in making me look like a panda after 2 or 3 hours i got the best results from the above 3.here am going to review those 3 kajals.

Maybelline gel eyeliner

as you can see maybelline gel eyeline comes in a black carton which contains a brush and a tiiiny galss tube [its so tiny i wonder if it would last atleast 2-3 months :(  ] just one swipe  will give you that desired lines. but those with unsteady hands..donot come near  this product! this will give you a nightmare

Pros:

• do not smudge even if you have oily eyelids and watery eyes! what more would you wish for however applying a bit powder under eyelids before application of kajal will make your kajal last even much longer
• travel friendly- the brush comes with a plastic top and the glass tub comes with an aluminium cap. You can easliy carry it in your vanity bag
• can be applied on lower eyelid - unlike eyepens which wont work on lower eyelids, this product can be used to beautify your inner as well as outer eye.
• it has a very creamy texture which glided quite smoothly and dries quickly after application, very difficult to smudge
• matte finish- as this product is matte finish it doesnt give you a glossy liquid look those matte finish lovers are gonna absolutly love maybelline gel liner

cons

• a bit pricey- saw that the same product is available online at rs 375  but  i wanted to buy it after seeing a test piece .Being imported and marketted by Loreal india, it is priced at rs 410 for 2.8g. 
• even though it doesnt smudge after 3-4 hours you will find that it fades a little. This can be out ridden by applying a lil black eyeshadow on top of your kajal.

Lakme eyeconic Kajal

This is a product from Lakme eyeconic range. the kajal is a twit up pen and most travel friendly among the 3.

Pros

• i absolutely loved it! for rs 199 have to say the results were amazing. It has a more intense color (but not blackest black) if you want to get a jet black look you have to apply 2 swipes.
• do not smudge easily- the kajal stayed intact for 4-5 hours ( as i said i have bit oily lids and watery sensitive eyes) 
• donot irritate waterline- the best thing i loved about this product is that unlike most kajals it glides just smoothly on your water line . it does not cause burning or irritating sensation. just 2 swipes and you are all set to go.
• no fading- even if it smudges a lil, the color doesnt fade away or start to flake.it fades evenly

cons:

• 10 hr clim defnitly not true. even though it has amazing staying power have to stay the after 5 hours the kajal on your lower water line will completely dissapear( i dont know if this happens just wth ma eyes) i drew winged eye with eyeconic kajal thickly applied on ma inner rims and making wings and extending on outside with coloressence eye pen.By  eveing when i loouked at mirror what i saw was just the wings and kajal had vanished , hafta say i looked a bit funny then.
• Detail list of ingredients not specified
• tends to break if correct pressure is not applied

Coloressence eye pen

This was the first eye pen i used. I bought it just coz i got it at a lesser price  form coloressence stall while visting a fair.I Initially hated eye pens but after using this i forgot all abt those twist up pens and need to sharpen kajals.

 Pros:

• shiny black look- with just 1 swipe you will get that liquid glossy intense black line and dries almost instantly
• verry good staying power- though will start to fade a lil after a couple of washes the staying power is soo gud. i applied the product before going to college at morning and the lines created by this eye pen was still left there wen i left collge at evening ( i had used eyeconic kajal for inner rims and it had vanished completely )
• easy to use- you dont have to sit by drawing lines again and again in 1 swipe you can create either thin or thick lines

cons:

• not at all travel friendly- the pen have to be stored upside down all the time to prevent the tip from drying. so cant be kept inside your purse
• wnt smudge or flake but will fade a lil after 6 hrs an not completely water proof
• cant be used inside eyes. if you usethis eyepen you will have to use a good kajal for inner rims.

so in among above 3 its really hard to choose 1 so i mix up and use the products.Like applying eyeconic kajal on inner eyes and coloressence on lower eyelids or touching up with eye pen after applying maybelline gel liner to get a more intense look.

Face Packs To Remove Acne Marks , Blemishes And Sun Tan

Honey and lemon juice : mix 2 teaspoons of good quality honey (ones you get at recognized ayurvedic drug stores will be better) and a teaspoon of lemon juice. keep he thus obtained mixture on face for 15-20 mins. Honey having ability to reduce acnes and increase production of collagen helps in fading marks and dark spots.but dont keep this pack on face for too long as it may dry your facial  skin.

Neem Leaves and Tulsi : The taste of a neem leaf may make you hate it but the wonders it can do on your acne marks will make you love it.make a paste of neem and tulsi leaves. apply the mixture on face for 20 mins and wash off with warm water. use the pack daily for 2-3 dayz and then alternatively for 1 week. the results will be astounding even you will find yourself wondering if you had any acnes or pimples at all.

Potato , tomatoe and lemon juice face pack: Potato, tomatoe and lemon have natural bleaching properties. make a mixture using half a potato 2 tomatoes and a few drops of lemon.This is an excellent face pack for fair and clear skin.

besan flour and curd: mix 2 teaspoon of besan flour and a teaspoon of curd. gently massage the mixture on your face and wash off after 15 mins with warm water.

Include a cupe of green tea in your daily diet: Green tea having rich anti oxidant properties help in making your skin more healthy and beautiful.

Ten ways To Prevent Dandruff

Dandruff is the shedding of dead skin cells from scalp. While we all shed dead skin from our body excessive and visible shedding resulting to white flakes can get quite embarrassing. Here are ten tips to avoid dandruff:

Neem leaves - Neem with its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, has been used in treating various skin disorders from ages. Boil neem leaves in clean water and use this water to wash your hair. It works excellently in fighting dandruff

Gramflour and curd

Fenugreek – fenugreek helps in soothing the scalp and removing excess oil. Soak fenugreek overnight in water. Then grind it to a fine paste and leave it on scalp for about 30mins. Rinse off with a mild shampoo

Gram flour (besan)- Gram is a very effective natural cleanser. Mix gram powder with curd and apply on scalp. This helps in removing dandruff.

Basil leaves (tulsi) and amla powder (gooseberries)  – tulsi, known for its healing properties for ages is an effective dandruff remover and preventer. Make a paste of tulsi leaves and amla powder mixed with water (here you can use water boiled with neem leaves) and apply on scalp and wash off after 20mins.

Apple and oranges – apples do keep doctors and dandruff away! Make a paste of apple and oranges and apply on scalp for 20-30 mins. This will give relief from dandruff.

Ginger and beetroot paste – Ginger have antifungal properties. Make a paste of ginger and beetroot and wash it off after 20- 40 mins. Repeat for 3-4 days. This is an effective remedy for dandruff

Mehandi powder(henna leaves) – It is a natural conditioner. Make a paste of henna using tea(apply a few drops of lemon)  and apply on scalp. Wash off with a shampoo. This is also effective in reducing hair fall

Lime juice- The citric acid in lime juice can scrub off dead cells . take a cup of warm water. Add a tablespoon of lemon juice to it and use it to rinse your hair.

Aloe vera – Apply aloe vera gel on scalp and wash it off with an aloe vera shampoo. It has amazing anti fungal properties which helps in reducing dandruff

Use a good anti dandruff shampoo-  excess oil present in scalp can worsen dandruff. So use a good anti dandruff shampoo twice a week.

 If your dandruff dont reduce with these remedies, dont hesitate to see a doctor. Excessive dandruff can lead to furtherskin problems.

How To Dress For An Interview

The face you show to your prospective employer is of crucial importance. It doesn’t mean you have to have a Angelina Jolie like look or have perfect facial features. You need to dress up in a wake that it should exhibit your professionalism, confidence and reliability. First impression you make on the interviewer is the best impression. Here are a few tips to keep in mind if you have an upcoming interview:

• Do not put make up in a dash. Give yourself time to make sure that evry thing blends in. After all, slow and steady wins the race.
• Do not apply heavy eyemake up.  It is said among the employees that heavy eye make up lovers are often party lovers. Smokey eyes with loud eyeshadow  are not meant for interviews.
• Use a natural color lipstick of matte finish. Heavy and too bright lip color lovers are said to be over confident.
• Want to play it safe by avoiding make up totally? Na ah!  The employer may think that you are in the edge of an emotional breakdown or under depression. Dont totally avoid make up.
• Blush is not meant for a professional interview. Try to avoid it as much as possible. If required, use soft hues of natural pink.
• In case of eye make up, Use  a mascara to open up your eye and give a thin line using eye liner for the lower eye. This is more than enough for an interview.
• Keep Your piercings away - If you have a number of piercings, keep them away when you are getting ready to attend an interview.
• Be careful about what you wear- this is the most important of all. If you are taking an interview for a professional , post dress professionally. Minis and little dresses are not meant for interview
• Wear minimum jewellery , a simple earing and a watch will be  more than enough

How To Prevent Acnes

Acnes are often nightmares… Not only for teens but for all age groups. It can be embarrassing when you are going out on a date or have an important official meeting.Here are some useful tips to help you fight them back:

 Clean your face -  keeping your skin clean and clear so as to ensure you don’t have dirt stuck in your pores is important whether you have acne or not.Use a gentle cleanser ( a anti acne face wash will be good avoid harsh deodorant soaps)

Use a moisturizer - Use a moisturizer that prevents skin drying and peeling.  If you have oily skin ,use gel moisturizer and if you have dry skin, use moisturizing lotion.

Keep a watch on what you put on your hair - some fragrance oils and chemicals used on hair can cause skin irritation and thus acnes. Always stick to a gentle shampoo and conditioner.

Eat healthy – avoid too oily and fries foods. Drink plenty of water as its vital for fleshing out toxins off your body. Also avoid junk foods as they have an adverse affect on your skin ( and of course weight!) Recent studies show that taking foods rich in vitamin A and Beta Carotene can help build a beautiful skin.

Exercise daily – Exercising not only helps in maintaining shape and having a sound body, the more you sweat the more cleaner your skin pores get.

Don’t pop or sqeeze your pimples – you probably would have heard this like a million times and you know you should keep your hands off your pimples. But often to get rid of visible acne you tend to pop them. This increases the risk of acnes coming back again along with leaving scares.

Use minimal make up – try to avoid foundations. If you have to use it make sure that you wash it off at the end of the day.

Beware of sun  - every time you step out, use a good quality sunscreen ( the ones you get from a drug store are the best) Make sure you buy a sunscreen which suits your skin type. Re apply during the day if you are out to protect your skin from sun

How To Choose Eye Shadow

Eyes are like the jewels of your face. It is the most noticeable feauture of your face. Eyeshadow aren’t meant for painting your eyes. Get to know which colors suits you

According to eyecolors

(you must remember that you must not use an eyeshadow of color exactly same as that of your eye color. This tends to make your eyes look duller)

For dark eyes-  you should try colors like light brown, bronze, soft green and coral.

For blue eyes -  You should opt for colors like pink, purple, peach, wine , grey. Those eyeshadows with black undertones which emphasize your blue eyes more in a beautiful way can also be used. Avoid eyeshadows with blue green undertones.

For green eyes – your colors are those with red undertones like burgundy, maroon, apricot etc plum and grey pops out and compliment green eyes.

This wheel will give you an idea  of what color you should opt for To find your color find out your eyecolor  in this wheel and just see the color placed in exact opposite of it ( for ex. Placed right opposite of blue is different shades of black and grey)

According to hair colors

Black/brown – brunettes have the gain of most colors going  well with them. Purples, blacks, browns, light greens and some shades of yellow work very well

Blonde- Blondes usually have a fair skin and light color eyes pinks, greys, blacks, peach and gold suits them.

Red – few shades of pinks, olive green and black works well for red heads. However redheads have to be careful as a slight mistake in blending of colors can make you look dramatic.

Foods For Healthy Long Hair

When it comes to hair, what you eat does matter. After your genetics what you eat inside is a contributing factor to your hair growth.  Here are top 7 foods for healthy hair

• Dark green vegetables

Include spinach,brocoli etc are a rich source of vitamin A & C which is eesential for our body to produce sebum, hair's natural conditioner.

• Salmon

rich in omega 3 fatty acid. Salmon is a high quality protein load.

• eggs

Eggs are rich in protein and vitamin c. Even massaging your scalp with white part of egg is good. make sure that your diet  includes 3-4 eggs in a week.

• Beans:

wondering what magic they can do? Beans are rich source of zinc, biotin and iron. Biotin and zinc deficiency can make your hair prone to hairfall.

• milk products:

Diary products are rich supplies of protein and calcium. Include butter yoghurt and milk in your daily diet. A glass of milk a day alone cant supply enough calcium

• nuts

nuts are essential for healthy shiny hair. They are natural sources of selenium, a mineral essential for healthy scalp.

• whole grains

serve yourself with whole grain bread and cereals.They ensure zinc and b- vitamin supply to healthy hair growth.