Lakme Fantasy Collection Shadow Artist Shimmer Stick- Review!

I have been using the Shadow Artist Shimmer Sticks for around 2 weeks now, like every day.  So finally sat back to jot down my views on the gorgeous chubby things. 



Product claim:

Let your eyes share magical moments with light beams. Creamy color pencils laced with super fine glitter, reflect light and bring a mesmerizing sparkle to your eyes. Edge, smudge, line, shadow, color or blend. Keep the mystery alive.

Price and quantity:

350 INR for 1.14 g

Availability:

Easily available at your nearest Lakme counters and beauty centers.


Shades available in:

Astral Blue
Starry night
Glimmer green
Moon beam




About the product:

As soon as I saw them, I instantly correlated them with the NYX jumbo eye pencils, may be because of their similar appearance and shape. I also think Lakme is the first Indian brand to have such chubby beauties.  I received the Glimmer green and Astral blue shades from the 4 listed above.  I was elated because I have been wanting to pick Siahi since ages and also wanted a nice green eye pencil for the summers. 



On first thoughts, the Shadow Artist Shimmer Sticks are creamy and very well pigmented eye pencils, however I have mixed reviews on them.





The Shadow Artist Shimmer Stick in Astral Blue is a very close dupe for Siahi, it’s a ,ate deep inky blue shade which doesn’t really have a lot of glitter and shimmer, It glides on like a dream on the eyes, whereas the Glimmer green is a nice bright summer green with a little sheen and some healthy shimmer. 











How do the Shadow Artist Shimmer Sticks look?

Thick, chubby and cute.  Indian version of the NYX jumbo pencils. Pretty packaging.

Here are the swatches for both:


How do I wear the Shadow Artist Shimmer Sticks:

I love to put on a thick line of the Shadow Artist Shimmer Sticks on the lids, and have another thin contrasting liner on them, like a brown or a black one with blue and a blue or pink liner with the green.

I wear the Astral blue on my waterline; I love how it looks there. 

I have a thick line of the sticks on my lid and smudge them and blend it with a corresponding or contrasting eyeshadows.

I wear them as eyeshadow bases. 



Reasons to like the Shadow Artist Shimmer Sticks:

The Shadow Artist Shimmer Sticks are priced decently.

They are darn creamy.

The pigmentation is nice!!

Awesome colors.

Super easy to use.

An almost exact dupe for Siahi

Easier to blend and line on, doesn’t really tug or tow.

Easily available

Although they are creamy and soft the point doesn’t break or something like that even when I sharpened them, some eye liners also tend to break whilst application.

They are waterproof; I had to literally use soap to get them off.  Otherwise you need a nice make up remover or olive oil to get them off.



Multipurpose, Lives up to the claim of edge, smudge, line, shadow, color or blend. 
They didn’t melt or smudge on my waterline.

They did not irritate my waterline.  I have a super sensitive waterline; even the Drama gel or plain kohl irritates my waterline at times.

You will love to carry them around, since they are cute plus they are the best handy emergency eyeshadows too.

Reasons to dislike the Shadow Artist Shimmer Sticks:

My mum has oily skin, and these pencils melted on her lids, they smudged very badly on her eyes. 

They do crease; you must like MUST have a good base or primer if you want to avoid this.

They smell like natraj pencils. 

Sharpening can be an issue.  Rather finding the right sharpener for them can be an issue.

Repurchase/recommendation:

For now I am happy with these two shades, I recommend it to ladies who looking for Siahi dupes or want to have NYX jumbo eye pencils. I agree they crease but if used with a nice base or primer this can be totally avoided. 

Rating:
4/5

I will be posting some EOTD's soon!!

So did you like them enough to try? If yes which shades are you picking?

Disclaimer: This product was sent by the PR

Lakme Fantasy Collection Enrich Satin Lip Color- Review and swatches!!

“Cast a spell in satin. Rich color takes life in a luxuriously creamy stick that brings satin to your lips. Enriched with sunscreens, vitamins and the goodness of olives, your lips will have a story to share. Indulge in a pod of beautiful shades ranging from floral pinks to shimmering peaches.”



The Enrich Satin Lip Colors are definitely a “MUST” have from the Lakme Fantasy Collection.

Here’s why!!

Lakme Fantasy Collection beholds 8 Enrich Satin Lip Colors.  Pinks, peaches and browns dominate the shade range. Some are mute whilst some are shimmery. 




I was sent shade no 132, 133 and 134.






From left to right : 134, 133, 132



















Enrich Satin Lip Color in shade no 132 is a nice mute brown, with a hint of the color pink and peach.


Enrich Satin Lip Color in shade no 133 is a deeper brown, it's more on the peachy brown shades.

Enrich Satin Lip Color in shade no 134 is a mauve shade, it's a dark pink mauve shade.

All the colors are totally wearable. :)

Priced at 225INR you get a quiet decent quantity of the product. 

The lipsticks are highly moisturizing, and spread on the lips like magic. They are nicely pigmented and just one swap is enough to cover up lip pigmentation, if you have any.  The best part about the lippies, is that it has sunscreen, so now you know why I am with them for the whole day.:)

There are shades for one and all, from mute browns too lovely peaches, to bright pinks and mauves.  There's a color for every occasion, for office wear, for college, for evening dinners and for weddings too. :)

I found the price quite affordable and the product is worth each penny. The lipstick smell like the traditional Lakme ones neither too lovely nor too bad. 

The lipstick stays on for like 4 hours if you starve…touch ups will always make it look better.  It doesn't fade out completely, it leaves behind a good trace of color. :)

I tried it on with a clear gloss too, it only made it look nicer. :)

I wish they had few more shades to choose from. :(

Well, it's a must have from the Fantasy Collection.


Repurchase/recommendation: Well, Yes I will pick one or two of the other shades I'm eying from the collection. Do pick one if you are looking for a nice lipstick for summer wear. :)

Rating: 4/5 (-1 only 8 shades :()

Which shades are you planning to pick?

Disclaimer: This product was sent by the PR

Lakme Fantasy Collection- True Wear Nail Color Swatches and info

Hello Ladies,

Today I am reviewing the True Wear Nail Color which is a component of the Lakme Fantasy Collection.



Decently priced at Rs 90, the True Wear Nail Color claims to give you a colorful summer.

"Flash around those enchantingly pretty nails. Happy nail colors in mellow pink, hot pink, soft lilac and mauve, bring gorgeousness to your fingertips. Brush them on your nails and bring magic to any look."

Lakme Fantasy Collection consists of 6 True Wear Nail Colors, out of which I was sent 3. :)

Here are the 6 shades:




The pictures of the shades which were sent to me:







True Wear Color in shade no 247

It's a very wearable color, apt for formal attires, office going ladies will love this shade. :)










True Wear Color in shade no 249

It's a subtle peachy pink shade, suits both casual and formal attires. :)















True Wear Color in shade no 250

It's a bright pink summery shade. So bright and fun!!











My take on the True Wear Color


Affordable
Beautiful colors
Dries Super Fast
Smooth application
Nice wand
Doesn't chip at least for 4 days. :)
Not sheer, 2 coats and you are done


Repurchase/recommendation:

Definitely YES! I am picking up the other 3 shades too. :) And I recommend it to everyone.

Rating:

5/5


Disclaimer: These products were sent by the PR

Lakme Fantasy Collection- Looks and more!!

Lakme Fantasy collection has been in talks even before it's launch. I received few looks and tutorials along with my product kit, which I thought must be shared with you, also I was sent a CD of the entire Lakme Fashion Week. :)




Hope you'll like the looks, I will be trying out the same looks soon and will share them with you all, but for the time being browse through the looks, and do let me know which one you liked, you can also mail me your pictures if you tried some of the look at oflipstickandblushes@gmail.com, I will love to share it with all the readers on my blog.. :)

The following are some looks created by the Lakme Fantasy Collection, also there are some face charts provided.





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DO let me know which look you like the most.