Urban Decay Primer Potion - Original, Sin, Eden : Compare, Review & Swatches
The UDPP family has grown to three members ! And with more choices comes the question - Which one should I get ?
The purpose of the primer potion is to help eye shadows stay on longer without creasing. For the most part all three accomplish this. All three are silicone based which makes for a silky smooth finish. They differ in their shades & texture.
The Original UDPP looks translucent and is almost invisible when it dries off. If you are doubtful about which one to get this would be the easiest choice. The invisible finish makes it the most versatile - great on any skin tone, for any time of the day, under any texture of eye shadow ( satin / matte / shimmer)
The second release, Sin is a shimmery champagne version of the primer potion. It looks almost like Stila Kitten eyeshadow. So, if you are a fan of it you might like this shade. On most skin tones Sin can be used as an all over color on your eyes. Some might find it too shimmery for everyday / work. Sin also takes a teensy bit more time to dry compared to the original. It could be your favorite night look primer what with the shimmer and stuff !
I used Sin as the base in this look - here. It is great under shimmery eye shadows.
The newest release Eden is the matte version of the original. The color is a yellow beige. It looks exactly like MAC Paint Pot - Soft Ochre. If you have one, you needn't get the other. Eden dries just as fast as original. On my NC 40 skin tone its not something I can use as an all over color. For anyone with lighter yellow based skin tones it will work well as an all over color. The matte texture and the soft color makes it perfect for day time wear given you have the skin tone for it.I love using Eden under lighter color eye shadows - something about the yellow beige color makes softer colors pop.
I used Eden as a base in the look - here. Its the only reason why the beige shadow showed up so well on my skin tone !
I hope Urban Decay comes up with a darker version of Eden for brown girls world over. If they do then it would be my most favorite UDPP ever !
So, there you go. Hope that makes your decision easier !
Love,
Indian Girl
The purpose of the primer potion is to help eye shadows stay on longer without creasing. For the most part all three accomplish this. All three are silicone based which makes for a silky smooth finish. They differ in their shades & texture.The Original UDPP looks translucent and is almost invisible when it dries off. If you are doubtful about which one to get this would be the easiest choice. The invisible finish makes it the most versatile - great on any skin tone, for any time of the day, under any texture of eye shadow ( satin / matte / shimmer)
The second release, Sin is a shimmery champagne version of the primer potion. It looks almost like Stila Kitten eyeshadow. So, if you are a fan of it you might like this shade. On most skin tones Sin can be used as an all over color on your eyes. Some might find it too shimmery for everyday / work. Sin also takes a teensy bit more time to dry compared to the original. It could be your favorite night look primer what with the shimmer and stuff !
I used Sin as the base in this look - here. It is great under shimmery eye shadows.
The newest release Eden is the matte version of the original. The color is a yellow beige. It looks exactly like MAC Paint Pot - Soft Ochre. If you have one, you needn't get the other. Eden dries just as fast as original. On my NC 40 skin tone its not something I can use as an all over color. For anyone with lighter yellow based skin tones it will work well as an all over color. The matte texture and the soft color makes it perfect for day time wear given you have the skin tone for it.I love using Eden under lighter color eye shadows - something about the yellow beige color makes softer colors pop.I used Eden as a base in the look - here. Its the only reason why the beige shadow showed up so well on my skin tone !
I hope Urban Decay comes up with a darker version of Eden for brown girls world over. If they do then it would be my most favorite UDPP ever !
So, there you go. Hope that makes your decision easier !
Love,
Indian Girl
How To Keep Your Hair Braid From Unraveling
Yeah...don't ask me why I inserted a hair before the braid. I mean what else is braided ?
I don't know.
But I thought it would be a safe idea to make it clear what we are dealing with here.
If you had anything else on your mind shooo away, we ain't talking about it here.
And now I have no idea what I am talking about.
But I know its not that.
Whatever that is.
The Sun Lord has shoneth the heatth upon usth. That means summer is here in full force and nobody, absolutely nobody cares if I want it here or not. And I am learning to come to terms with it.
The easiest thing to do to my long (again) hair is to braid em. In India, braiding is one of the most popular hairstyles. Almost all women from my mom's generation / generation before that braided their hair. So for folks in my generation braids are decidedly passé.
I don't belong to my generation.
That doesn't make sense. But nothing does anymore....
Braids are my thing. Yesterday I pinned my hair into a fish bone braid. Its almost been a year since my shoulder length hair cut and the hair has grown back. You'll see...Last time I got a few layers done - bad idea if you love braids. The hair keeps poking out from the braid making it loose and results in a messy braid unraveling from all sides.
To keep my braid intact I followed the braiding session with a good amount of hair spray. I used L' Oreal Studio Perfect Fix Ultra Fine Finishing Hair Spray. Though I've had it for a while I hardly ever do anything elaborate with my hair that requires setting with a hair spray. I simply sprayed it all along the length of my braid. This spray is excellent at keeping my hair intact. There were still a few mischief mongers who escaped the braid but over all it looked good. And after I loosened my hair it wasn't crunchy or stiff. Things got back to normal fast !
If you are looking for a spray to hold your hair braid in place this summer, check this one out. I have a lot of hair on my head and if it managed to keep mine intact it should do well in general.
Love,
Indian Girl
I don't know.
But I thought it would be a safe idea to make it clear what we are dealing with here.
If you had anything else on your mind shooo away, we ain't talking about it here.
And now I have no idea what I am talking about.
But I know its not that.
Whatever that is.
The Sun Lord has shoneth the heatth upon usth. That means summer is here in full force and nobody, absolutely nobody cares if I want it here or not. And I am learning to come to terms with it.
The easiest thing to do to my long (again) hair is to braid em. In India, braiding is one of the most popular hairstyles. Almost all women from my mom's generation / generation before that braided their hair. So for folks in my generation braids are decidedly passé.
I don't belong to my generation.
That doesn't make sense. But nothing does anymore....
Braids are my thing. Yesterday I pinned my hair into a fish bone braid. Its almost been a year since my shoulder length hair cut and the hair has grown back. You'll see...Last time I got a few layers done - bad idea if you love braids. The hair keeps poking out from the braid making it loose and results in a messy braid unraveling from all sides.
To keep my braid intact I followed the braiding session with a good amount of hair spray. I used L' Oreal Studio Perfect Fix Ultra Fine Finishing Hair Spray. Though I've had it for a while I hardly ever do anything elaborate with my hair that requires setting with a hair spray. I simply sprayed it all along the length of my braid. This spray is excellent at keeping my hair intact. There were still a few mischief mongers who escaped the braid but over all it looked good. And after I loosened my hair it wasn't crunchy or stiff. Things got back to normal fast !If you are looking for a spray to hold your hair braid in place this summer, check this one out. I have a lot of hair on my head and if it managed to keep mine intact it should do well in general.
Love,Indian Girl
Estee Lauder To Acquire Smashbox Cosmetics
Say Whaaaaaaaaaaat ? I love both the brands and I am excited about this union. But I am also very curious to know what this means to Smashbox. It is one of my most favorite makeup brands out there and well...really really curious to see what changes this brings...
A few excerpts from the press release
"The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE: EL) announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Smashbox Beauty Cosmetics, Inc., a privately held, photo studio-inspired prestige cosmetics company based in Los Angeles, California. The acquisition is expected to close in July 2010, subject to certain conditions, including regulatory approval. While terms of the deal were not disclosed, the Company said that the transaction is expected to be accretive to earnings in fiscal year 2011, before transaction and integration costs.
Smashbox Beauty Cosmetics was founded in 1996 by brothers Dean and Davis Factor, great-grandsons of the makeup legend Max Factor, who were inspired by photo studio celebrities to create a unique makeup brand that met the highly demanding needs of a professional photo shoot. Since that time, Smashbox has established itself as a highly successful prestige cosmetics brand and a top performer in specialty channels. Currently, the majority of Smashbox’s sales are based in North America.
William P. Lauder, Executive Chairman of The Estée Lauder Companies, said, “One of the enduring strengths of The Estée Lauder Companies is our ability to identify brands with unique positioning and nurture those brands to accelerate their momentum and realize their full growth potential. The addition of Smashbox to our portfolio continues this 64-year legacy. We expect that with our strong cultural synergies and shared appreciation for family heritage, this will be a wonderful union.”
The Estée Lauder Companies will collaborate with the Smashbox organization to develop a comprehensive integration plan to transition Smashbox into The Estee Lauder Companies’ family after closing. Dean Factor, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer, Davis Factor, co-founder, Chief Creative Office and celebrity photographer, and Budd Taylor, President, will each play key roles with respect to these activities and the continued success of Smashbox. Smashbox will continue operating out of its Los Angeles, California office."
Love,
Indian Girl
A few excerpts from the press release"The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE: EL) announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Smashbox Beauty Cosmetics, Inc., a privately held, photo studio-inspired prestige cosmetics company based in Los Angeles, California. The acquisition is expected to close in July 2010, subject to certain conditions, including regulatory approval. While terms of the deal were not disclosed, the Company said that the transaction is expected to be accretive to earnings in fiscal year 2011, before transaction and integration costs.
Smashbox Beauty Cosmetics was founded in 1996 by brothers Dean and Davis Factor, great-grandsons of the makeup legend Max Factor, who were inspired by photo studio celebrities to create a unique makeup brand that met the highly demanding needs of a professional photo shoot. Since that time, Smashbox has established itself as a highly successful prestige cosmetics brand and a top performer in specialty channels. Currently, the majority of Smashbox’s sales are based in North America.
William P. Lauder, Executive Chairman of The Estée Lauder Companies, said, “One of the enduring strengths of The Estée Lauder Companies is our ability to identify brands with unique positioning and nurture those brands to accelerate their momentum and realize their full growth potential. The addition of Smashbox to our portfolio continues this 64-year legacy. We expect that with our strong cultural synergies and shared appreciation for family heritage, this will be a wonderful union.”
The Estée Lauder Companies will collaborate with the Smashbox organization to develop a comprehensive integration plan to transition Smashbox into The Estee Lauder Companies’ family after closing. Dean Factor, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer, Davis Factor, co-founder, Chief Creative Office and celebrity photographer, and Budd Taylor, President, will each play key roles with respect to these activities and the continued success of Smashbox. Smashbox will continue operating out of its Los Angeles, California office."
Love,
Indian Girl
Sally Hansen Natural Beauty Color Comfort Lip Color - Perfect Pink : Review & Swatches
How are you doing this Sunday ? Any major plans ?
I've got more pink lippies coming your way !
The Sally Hansen Natural Beauty line is hands down one of the best line of products at the drugstore. Excellent formulas, shades and fairly good packaging !
I've been wearing this lipstick - Perfect Pink a lot in the past week. I love how warm it is and looks very soft ! From the swatch you'll see that it is very moisturizing but this one has much more pigmentation and longer stay time than most moisturizing lipsticks. I've been wearing it with soft kohl rimmed eyes. Absolutely adore this one !
Have you tried the Natural Beauty lipsticks ? Do you have a favorite shade that you think I must try ?
Love,
Indian Girl
I've got more pink lippies coming your way !
The Sally Hansen Natural Beauty line is hands down one of the best line of products at the drugstore. Excellent formulas, shades and fairly good packaging !
I've been wearing this lipstick - Perfect Pink a lot in the past week. I love how warm it is and looks very soft ! From the swatch you'll see that it is very moisturizing but this one has much more pigmentation and longer stay time than most moisturizing lipsticks. I've been wearing it with soft kohl rimmed eyes. Absolutely adore this one !Have you tried the Natural Beauty lipsticks ? Do you have a favorite shade that you think I must try ?
Love,Indian Girl
Aishwarya at 63rd International Film Festival at Cannes
Its all about Aishwarya Rai as far as India is concern at the ongoing 63rd International Film Festival at Cannes in France. Yesterday she looks good with that odd hairstyle but today she looks fab. Everything from make up to dress was fitted perfectly on Aishwarya Rai. Thank God Bachchan family is not around her on red carpet. Checkout Aishwarya Rai Cannes 2010. More images after the break...
Sony NEX-5 and NEX-3
Sony NEX-5 and NEX-3 - ultra bezzerkalnye cameras with interchangeable lenses. As expected, Sony Corporation introduced the camera with interchangeable lenses, in which there is no system of mirrors. New items under the name of NEX-3 and NEX-5 was Exmor APS CMOS matrix with a resolution of 14.2 megapixel, swivel display with a diagonal 3 inches and fastening system Sony E-mount, allowing the camera to establish three new branded lens, developed for models Series NEX. In addition, the camera Sony NEX-3 and NEX-5 was a contrast AF on 25 points, and image processor BIONZ. More images after the break...
7 Images
Russian stadiums for the World Cup in 2018
1. Dynamo Moscow
Russian stadiums for the World Cup in 2018, More images after the break...
2. Spartak Moscow
3. Luzhniki, Moscow
4. Moscow region
5. St. Petersburg
6. Kaliningrad
7. Yaroslavl
8. Nizhny Novgorod
9. Kazan
10. Samara
11. Rostov-na-Donu
12. Volgograd
13. Saransk
14. Krasnodar
15. Sochi
16. Ekaterinburg
