Saturday, April 9, 2011

Deal Alert - Korres Blush for only $10

If you always wanted to try Korres Blush, then this is the best time to pick some from sephora.com because they are offering them for only $10. Yes you read it right , a $24 valued blush for only $10. 


If you need any help with swatches check out my review ,photos and swatches on five of Korres blush [Here]

Right now there are only 4 blush shades available
  • Coral (warm rose) 
  •  Mauve (muted plum) 
  • Peachy Orange(golden peach)
  • Plum Bronze (plum beige)
 Available : sephora.com
 

 




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Friday, April 8, 2011

Facebook Giveaway - L'Oreal white perfect transparent rosy whitening night cream


Just wanted to let all of you know that right now on Glossicoius beauty blog facebook page , we are hosting a TAG & WIN giveaway. You can tag yourself or your friends to win  L'Oreal white perfect transparent rosy whitening night cream .

Details can be found [here]

All you have to do is LIKE us :)

Not on facebook , worry not , you can still enter to win a Karmin G3 Salon Pro Flat Iron 
, Make sure to read all rules and Good luck

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[NOTD] Illamasqua's Gamma -Bright Summer Sunshine -Review

Are you ready for summer ? I certainly am so wear your sunglasses ladies, because today i am gonna show some really brightest , summery nails. 
Illamasqua Gamma is part of Illamasqua’s Toxic Nature Nail Varnish collection for spring/summer 2011. This is the brightest colour i have ever owned, reminds me of sleek makeup nailed polish in Florida which i gave away to a blogger friend. Illamasqua Gamma honestly screams summer. Just looking at my nails make me smile. 


  • Illamasqua Gamma is a Neon orange. 
Illamasqua website says :Leave your mark with bold, rich, vibrant colours. Hardwearing and chip-resistant with individual finishes from matt to high gloss. Apply two coats for intensity and use with Illamasqua Nail Base Coat and Illamasqua Nail Top Coat for the perfect finish. Talk with your hands and make a statement. 
Price : £13.50 

You can buy Illamasqua's Gamma from Illamasqua online web store. They ship internationally . 






It was really hard to capture the real shade into the pictures.  It looks almost pastel in the above pictures which were taken in the natural day light. I took few pictures using flash , which came almost true to the color. 

The application is a breeze, the formula is creamy and smooth. It can get a bit uneven at the first coat . It is extremely pigmented, you two coats will be fine but I used three three coats for the pictures and you can see it doesn't look streaky. I used my Sally Hanson Professional Heat Sealed Base Coat .




In coming weeks I’ll be reviewing of the cream pigments from Illamasqua’s Toxic Naturecollection so stay tuned :)








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Thursday, April 7, 2011

Spotted - International Makeup Brands in Pakistan - Bobbi brown, Estee Lauder , Chanel & More

When i was at alfatah during my trip to lahore, i was pleasantly surprised to see some highend makeup counters.  The brands i spotted were Estee Lauder,Chanel , Bobbi brown , & MAC . 

I only asked the prices for few products so you all can have a idea.  If i forgot the exact price i will write the approx price.

  • Estee Lauder Peach Nuance was for rs 3800/-

  
  • Chanel Levres Scintillantes Glossimer for rs 3800/-



  •  Bobbi Brown shimmer bricks for rs 5000/- onwards 
  •  Bobbi brown blush for rs 3000/-

  • M.A.C lipsticks for rs 1950/-

  • M.A.C Mineralize Skinfinish for approx rs 4200
  •  Mac Select Cover Up for approx rs 2200/-


  • NYC liquid lipstick for rs 290/-

  • More products and prices will be added later . if you have spotted any new brand or product and know their prices please leave a comment or email me .

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[CLOSED]Giveaway - Win a Karmin G3 Salon Pro Flat Iron

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Have you always wanted to try the Best Hair Straightener and couldn't afford or find one ? Today is your luck day, One lucky winner will win Karmin G3 Salon Pro flat iron. Its the the Ultimate Hair Styling Tool. Whether you choose to curl, flip, straighten or add volume and body, the G3 is the only styling iron you will ever need. Hence making it the Best Hair Straightener .






The Giveaway: One winner will win a G3 Salon Pro Flat Iron ($139.99 value) from Hair tools.ca

Product Features:
  1. Ultra hard, mirror smooth Tourmaline Ceramic plate surfaces.
  2. Negative ions and infrared heat (removes static) for silky shiny hair.
  3. Ion field technology (seals in natural oils).
  4. Micro-porous technology (locks in moisture).
  5. Won't damage hair like other straighteners.
  6. Straight-curl-flip-style.
  7. Unparalleled infrared heat for deep, long lasting straightness.
  8. Micro chip temperature control with infrared heat for flash quick heating.
  9. 232°C (450°F) variable temperature control.
  10. Tangle-free 3 meter, 360° swivel cord.
Your New Karmin Salon Pro Includes:
  • Karmin G3 Salon Pro Styling Iron with 1" Pure Tourmaline Ceramic Plates
  • Instruction Manual
  • 3 Year Manufacturer's Warranty

Those who don’t fulfill the mandatory entry will be disqualified


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Fine note : Giveaway ends May 8th (My birth day). Open to the US and Canadian shipping addresses only. Winner will be chosen by random.org and will have 48 hours to respond to winning email. Hairtools.ca is providing the hair straightener for giveaway.



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Latest Beauty buys & more

Yayeee !! i am home .If you follow me on twitter or on facebook , you would know that i was on vacation for a week. I was spending time with my cousins and my bestie . I had the most amazing time of my life. I wasn't planning on buying anything but you know me , i cant stop myself. So this post will contain some pictures and prices of my latest beauty buys  and more .

Alfatah is like my second home in Lahore. I love the place. I love roaming round in the basement and on the ground floor. All of the beauty items were purchased from alfatah or hence mentioned. 

Nail Polishes :

I am going through a serious nail polish phase although i dont wear them so often. I bought these 4 nail polishes from Alfatah.

  • Avon styling nail polishes in #187 & #118 ( i highly doubt it that they are original avon nail polishes) - Price each for rs 175/-
  • Sally Hanson Professional Heat Sealed Base Coat -Price rs 230
  • Golden rose nail lacquer in #69 - Price 130 /- approx




If you are looking for Deborah Lippmann polish in Happy Birthday then the avon nail color in #187 is a close dupe. The only difference i could tell was that the avon one had a slightly blue base.  [Swatch]

 [lipsticks ] 

  • Maybelline Color Sensational lipstick- Price rs 730/-
  • Golden rose perfect shine lipstick in shade #219- Price rs 300/-


My lovely reader Hareem , suggested me to try goldenrose lipsticks. She asked me to have a look at their 3000 range,but instead i fell in love with the golden rose perfect shine lipstick in shade #219(beautiful creamy peachy nude shade) .I love it. It is easily applicable with a soft and velvety texture. I will surely pick up more next time. I went to maybelline kiosk to buy few things and i was rather disappointed with the selection of  Maybelline Color Sensational lipsticks. They didn't have their best sellers shades like warm me up , born with it , and few more. But i like the shade Brown Attitude #770 . They come in different categorizes Pink, Red, Purple, Brown.

[Eyes] 

  • Sweettouch eyepencil Brown & Black - Price rs 175/- each
  • Maybelline lasting drama gel liner - Price 850


If you are in Pakistan and cant find/afford Urban decay 24/7 eye pencils. You Have to try sweet touch eye pencils. I already have their turquoise and purple and they are my absolute favorite . I bought the brown and black this time. They dont smudge easily and almost water resistant. I love them . I am a huge eyeliner girl. I bought the Maybelline lasting drama gel liner because my e.l.f cream liner [Review] & Coastal scents gel liner [Review] were drying and dying. I love the maybelline gel liner. Its so far the best i have tried, rs 850 well spend. 

[Miscellaneous]

  • Bath and bidy works Anti-Bacterial PocketBac® Sanitizing Hand Gel
    in Twilight Woods -Price rs 230/-





I almost died and went to heaven when i saw bath and body works PocketBac Sanitizing Hand Gel at Alfatah DHA,Lahore. They were shinning like stars at the top shelf. There were many scents like sweet pea , dancing waters , I love boys berry crush and few more. I grabbed the on in twilight woods. 
  • Suave deostick sweetpea & violet  - price rs 145/-
  • Impulse deodorant - price rs 145/- 

[Jewellery]

  • Chunky rings - price rs 100/- each
  • Long earnings - price 450/-







Darn ! i forgot to take  pictures of the most favorite item of my haul so i attaching the iphone pictures. 
  • 4U2 I-Pro Palette in Impressive - Price 1550/-




I love them , i can say that the best palette i won /tried/bought so far. The packaging is sturdy and solid . The palette stores 8 beautiful shimmery large eyeshadows. The overshadows have almost metallic sheen and OMG they are buttery soft. A must must buy.
Now i am having thoughts, because i really want 4U2 I-Pro Palette in Contemporary. I might sell /give to my cousin and buy the one which is more neutral.

So that's the haul or beauty buys. Let me know if you want me to swatch or review anything first. 

Did anyone miss me ? ;)




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Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Boscia Pore Purifying Black Strips -New




These peel-off pore strips instantly absorb pore-clogging dirt and oil while helping to reduce the appearance of pores and blackheads. Skin is exceptionally clarified.

Charcoal Powder draws out impurities and detoxifies.
Silica controls excess oil.
Witch Hazel Extract, a natural astringent, tightens the look of pores.
• Effective yet gentle strips provide a soothing, cooling sensation upon adhesion.

The pack will contain 6 Strips and will cost $15.00 
Available at :bosciaskincare.com
 

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Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Adorn of the Toxic Free Beauty Bag

Adorn Mineral Cosmetics, Australia’s answer to sustainable, all natural cosmetics, has met this challenge to rid ourselves of such products by developing the Toxic Free Beauty Bag. Packed with 6 of the simplest ways to achieve a natural, flawless complexion, Adorn is making it easier to achieve pure beauty and because most of their products are multi- tasking, it means you don’t have to spend lots of green to be green.
With over $321 in value the Toxic Free Beauty Bag is a great way to start your love affair with Adorn.
The Adorn Cosmetics Bag comes stocked with all your essentials including - Foundation Base Skin Primer, Loose Mineral Foundation with SPF 20+, Face and Body Bronzer, Barely Blushing Loose Mineral Blush and Adorn's signature Vegan Kabuki and Blush/Bronzer brushes.
There is a Toxic Free Beauty Bag to suit any skin tone

The Toxic Free Beauty Bag contains:

  • Foundation Base Skin Primer: Adorn’s ‘can’t go without’ product. The base for creating their flawless look. Adding it to their loose bronzer gives you a water resistant fake tan - no more locking the bathroom door and breathing in tanning mist. 
  • SPF 20+ Loose Mineral Foundation: The fighter against premature ageing. Easy to apply for both day and night coverage. No chemicals, no skin irritations.
  • Loose Bronzer: A healthy glow is only seconds in the making. You don’t have to be a make-up artist to achieve light and shade.
  • Loose Blush: Colours of autumn, spring and summer mean no streaks on your cheeks. These ‘best noticed when you don’t see it’ shades compliment your skintone. For natural nail colour, dip clear polish into the pot and apply.
  • Vegan Kabuki Brush: The essential to any mineral make up kit. The Adorn kabuki brush allows you to pick up the delicate minerals and apply them giving you a flawless professional look while gently exfoliating and stimulating the skin.
  • Vegan Bronzer/Blush Brush: Made from soft synthetic fibres, the Adorn Bronzer/Blush Brush enables you to apply bronzer and blush with a natural finish.

These beauty basics will have you and your skin breathing easy and application techniques
are only a mouse click away with Adorn’s online tutorials on hand to help you get the
most out of your products. Or for a more interactive experience why not take advantage.



Check out  Website :www.adornmineralcosmetics.com.au
Facebook fan page : facebook.com/Adorn-Mineral-Cosmetics
Twitter: twitter.com/adornminerals



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Sunday, April 3, 2011

NARS is Forever Yours



NARS is Forever Yours! This limited edition set includes an Orgasm Illuminator, Aigle Noir Soft Touch Shadow Pencil & a medium sized Deep Throat Lip Gloss. The Forever Yours set is now available at Sephora for $49

This set contains:
  • 1.1 oz Illuminator in Orgasm (peachy pink with golden shimmer)
  • 0.14 oz Lip Gloss in Deep Throat (shimmering peachy pink
  • 0.14 oz Soft Touch Shadow Pencil in Aigle Noir (black infused with gold shimmer)
  • Get the Look Instructions


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