India Must Buys

These items from India are fantastic and ideal for daily use. Well in budget too!

Chambor Dazzle Eye Pencil

I own this and it is a great kohl! Smudeproof, waterproof, dark too. Plus this eyeliner doesn't require sharpening so no mess involved. Would definitely recommend this. Would suggest the black, purple and blue shades.

Lakme Black Impact Liner

Lakme has changed their liquid eyeliners and this is a recent launch. It has a good tip for application, enabling you to do a thick or a thin line depending on what suits you.

Lakme Jewel Eyeliner

This eyeliner is a liquid one and is on Lakme's Bridal Collection. The shades are really pretty! When applied, they give a metallic and smoky effect. I would suggest buying the ametrine, jade, opal and onyx shades. (I know.. can't resist!). If you are on a budget here, I would suggest buying either the ametrine or jade shade depending on what suits your skin tone better. I suggest these two because these are unique colors that you will only find at Lakme.

Hint: After applying this as a eyeliner (on the eyelids), line the lower part of your eyes with a thin layer of black kohl. Do not use eyeshadow when applying this as this by itself will be just enough to bring out your eyes.

Revlon Skinlights Illuminating Lotion

This is one of the more expensive products for a budget buy, but totally worth it! You can use it as base make up, as finishing make up, as a highlighter and so much more. It gives you a tinted glow, and is available in 3 shades. Opt for the shade lighter than your foundation as the purpose is to highlight. Check out my 'Light Make-Up' post on how to apply this lotion.

Light Make-Up

Revlon Skinlights Face Illuminating Lotion

For day wear:

Apply moisturizer as you normally would. Afterwards, take a few drops of the Illuminating lotion and apply to your face as you would to a moisturizer. Keep in mind that this lotion is thick so do not apply too much as it could become greasy. Use this lotion when you do not feel like applying heavy make up for the day, yet need that subtle coverage. After applying it, you will be able to see the faint glow in your skin.

For evening wear:

Finish applying your make-up. Afterwards, take one or two drops, and apply

i) To the area of the cheeks that is under the eyes (the area which pops out when you smile)
ii) To the end of the area under your eyebrows

This will basically give a nice shine when the light catches your face. Another reason why we apply it to the cheeks is because your photos come out nicer as it gives a tinted glow, especially under the flash! =)

This product is available in India, and is a must-buy! It definitely does the finishing touches to the make-up and gets you picture-ready ;)