Dallas Blogger Collective - Tea Party at The Vintage House on June 28-2015 Recap

Hi Girls, Today I am posting a recap for a private blogger event I attended this Sunday June 28-2015. Tea Party was organized for all the bloggers from Dallas Blogger Collective team in a gift boutique in historic Downtown Carrollton, Texas called The Vintage House. It was such an amazing day meeting all blogger community from Dallas and spending time with each other and get to know them and their blogs.



I was happy to meet the cofounder of  Dallas Blogger Collective, Stephanie Drenka this time. I already met Jasmine Crockett once in happy hour. I must say they are doing such an awesome job for building this community for all Dallas Bloggers together, such beautiful people inside out.



To start with I want to Introduce our Hostess, Nan W. She is such a wonderful person and such a great personality. She reminded me of my nana , so much, it was such a personal touch talking to her about the house.



Meet the Team Host:-Nan W. is the owner of The Vintage House AKA The Pink House and was accompanied by her daughter Jeanan and her son Shaun for this occasion and also lovely Allison Koch . Thanks so much for having us, we really had good time.



This Pink house is so unique, I have never been or seen anything like that. Its located in Carrollton Texas was established in 1988.
  
  

1101 Beltline Rd Carrollton, TX 75006 Carrollton,
Business website pinkhousegifts.com (972) 242-5616

Please click here to see their Facebook account. Its a three story building and a best place to shop for gifts, souvenirs and Kendra Scott and Bourbon & Boweties to Sid Dickens and Jon Hart, Vera Bradely bags and jewelry basically a girl dream party.

    



 

 

Lets see all the fun we had:-

     

 Lets look at the Table Scape first and the cake, they had for us. It has tea cup on it Dallas Blogger Collective on it.



We also got Swag Bags, each bag had same items, but different designs.

 





Also they had some 20 Vera Bradley bags to giveaway and I also won a wallet, yeaaahh. Besides that I got myself a bag, and it is red, oh my god I love it, its so much Texas style.

Hope you liked my post, this is last post for June, 2015. But there are many more exciting posts coming up soon, stay tuned.

 If you like my blog, please follow me and support me here and on my social media, it motivates me a lot.  Happy 4th of July, everyone.. and have a great day ahead:)

Chitra

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Review and First Impression for NYX Liquid Suede Cream Lipstick in Kitten Heels

Hi Girls,

Today I am reviewing something which I got to try it in Makeup Show Dallas 2015. These lipsticks are still not released yet, but I am so happy I got to try them and get it complimentary from NYX Cosmetics booth. If you want to know more about it keep reading, my first impression / review and swatches for NYX Liquid Suede Lipstick in Kitten Heels.

When they will be released in Summer 2015, they will have 16 shades in this collection, but they will be permanent. It has a pretty range of colors, for spring and summer, with oranges, pinks and purples and also some dark red and berries which will be great for fall and winter time too.

It has 0.13 Fl Oz/4 ml in a tube, which is good enough for a liquid lipstick. I love the packaging its so fancy specially the top of the cap looks like a diamond/jewel. The actual color of the lipstick can be seen from the packaging, but it can be different on different people, as it depends of the lip pigmentation and skin color. This one is pure red and will look good on all skin tones, it is one red color which everyone will like it.

Swatches:-

 They are really intense and really pigmented and long lasting, set them and stay forever. There is a flat applicator on both sides, you definitely can get all lip in one go as it has  a lot on applicator. I would say apply a SPF lip balm before you apply this on your lips for summers, so that if you have dry lips, it does not settle in cracks or lines on your lips. When you apply on your lips , let it sit don't smoosh your lips, let it dry before you smoosh otherwise it comes out as uneven application. The texture after drying is a little sticky not smooth and I was ok with it.

The only downside I had was the smell, it smells like paint, but it goes away, it is not overpowering, until you open the tube and want to smell it.

I cannot say they are completely kiss proof, as I saw some color when I checked it, but not much.

Now coming to my first impressions, I applied this lipsticks at 8 am, in the morning, I ate drank in between, specially some oily food in lunch but it did not budge, it stayed put beautifully on my lips. It does not stain you lips, but I am so impressed with this application that it did not budge at all.

This color, I have Kitten Heels is pretty red, and I am a sucker of red matte lipsticks, believe me I have more red lipsticks then any other color. I did reapply in evening around 6 pm, as I had some girls night out party, and just wanted  to reapply again, and I also wanted to test if the reapplication is goopy or smooth. It goes on smoothly on touch ups.

I will totally recommend this lipsticks, to everyone and a big thumbs up to NYX Cosmetics for these liquid suede cream/matte lipsticks. Grab when they are released they have pretty fun colors in the collection. Actually you can mix together and get a different color and play around the colors.

I love formula on the NYX Matte Lipsticks, and I have few of them now, my favorite is Alabama, which I have reviewed it on my blog before. I didn't like soft matte lip cream though from NYX Cosmetics which I have reviewed them also on my blog.

So that's my review / first impression for this NYX Liquid Suede Cream Lipstick in Kitten Heels. I hope you like them as much I do, please share your experience with me.


Cheers
Chitra

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Review on Facial Hair Removal Spring tool from Amazon- Love or Dud

Hi Girls,

Today I am sharing my review on Facial Hair Removal Spring tool with you which I picked up from Amazon for $1.64 + free shipping. You can also buy this from Ebay , around this price.

I have used this since two months now, and I am sharing my honest opinion for this.

Its such a quick, easy, less painful hair removing tool. This worked amazing on me and I am sure after one -two uses you will be quick too. It is actually like threading, but just with a spring instead of thread.

It makes so much easier to use this at home , instead of making Salon trips and spending so much money. I know many people prefer waxing also, but I will recommend this to all girls, even if you are threading or waxing fan. This works amazing and I am sure you will thank me later. I am not sponsored on this post, this is my honest opinion on this tool.

My friend actually recommended this tool to me long back, but somehow I thought going to salon is more convenient, but I don't know what I was thinking that time, I should have used it earlier.

This actually pulls the hair from roots, so it grows less faster like Threading.

How to Use:- See the picture below, on how to hold the spring and then move from downward to upward direction against your hair growth like waxing, keep on twisting it upwards and you will catch the hair in this spring.

Before and After Picture:- I am sorry, if its gross to you, looking at this picture but seriously wanted to help you in seeing the results of this amazing tool.

I have used this seller (Masingo(from HK) on Amazon, to buy this tool, but you can use any other seller on Amazon or  Ebay wherever you get cheaper. It's worth a try for this price. Don't buy from CVS or Walmart, its way more expensive that Amazon or CVS. Brand does not matter in this tool, its just spring which does all the trick.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001S6O0YW?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00


If you want to see the Youtube Videos to see how to use this tool have listed down some of the videos for you:-

deepikamakeup

xteeener

epicareinternational

 

I would totally recommend this tool for all of you who are looking for cheaper alternative of salon visits, its quick and easy. Hope you like my review, if you have used this tool before please share your review and experience with us.

Cheers
Chitra



 

Exuviance Intensive Eye Treatment Pads Product Review

Today I am going to review an awesome product I received complimentary for testing purposes. This product is for you’re At Home Spa Day, when you need to relax for at least 20-30 minutes. You just have to place those pads under your eye area, and just lie down and relax, close the eyes, make sure you done have any liquid in your eyes. This gel pads gives a cooling sensation first and then it dries off, but it completely moisturize the skin afterwards. It does removes puffiness and hydrate the under eye area well. It worked out fine for me, I have used them since three weeks now and I totally love them. I even shared with my friends and she did see a difference also. The only con I see is it does feel sticky after your remove pad, so after some time I want to wash my face, if I have to go out somewhere, or just use in night and sleep.

These are Exuviance® www.exuviance.com Intensive Eye Treatment Pads, they come in individual pack with one pair each.

Size: 12 individually packaged applications (24 pads)
Price: $48 at Exuviance.com

How to use:
• Gently cleanse and dry the area thoroughly.
• Open pouch and remove both pads. (Note: Each pouch contains 2 pads.)
• Gently place one pad under or around each eye. Smooth the pad carefully onto the skin.
• Relax. Leave the pads on the skin for 10 to 30 minutes (as desired).
• Gently remove both pads and discard. Do not reuse pads. Gently massage in excess solution.
• We recommend following up with an application Exuviance Hydrating Eye Cream.

Key Ingredients: Lactobionic Acid, Vitamins A, C, and E

What is  Lactobionic Acid:
NeoStrata’s patented non-irritating "Bionic" Polyhydroxy Acid is derived from milk sugar and suitable for all skin types. Lactobionic Acid helps prevent and reverse the appearance of photo aging, including lines and wrinkles, uneven pigmentation, enlarged pores and roughness. A potent antioxidant used to prevent oxidative damage to transplant organs, Lactobionic Acid protects the skin against photo aging by inhibiting the MMP enzymes that degrade the skin's structure and strength. A natural humectant, it binds water to create a moisturizing barrier on skin, providing softness and a velvety smoothness.

Why you need it:
Fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes are usually one of the first signs of aging. The thin, delicate skin under the eyes is constantly exposed to the damaging effects of sunlight and free radicals which weaken skin's support matrix, leading to fine lines and deeper "crow's feet" wrinkles. Dryness and dehydration can worsen the appearance of fine lines. Until someone discovers the Fountain of Youth, aging is inevitable, but the good news is that the appearance of under eye wrinkles and fine lines can be diminished with the right products.

The benefits:
These single-use pads contain concentrated ingredients to provide maximum anti-aging benefits in a gentle formulation. Lactobionic Acid (10%) hydrates while it stimulates cell renewal and supports the dermal matrix, firming the skin and minimizing the appearance of fine lines. Pre-packaged in sets of two, our Intensive Eye Treatment pads are the perfect way to refresh, replenish and revitalize your eyes after a long day. Dermatologist and allergy tested. Fragrance-Free, Paba-Free. For all skin types.
 
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http://www.neostrata.com/product/exuviance+eye+treatment+pads.do

www.exuviance.com


Cheers
Chitra

The 10th Makeup Show Dallas 2015- Recap

Hi Girls,

Last weekend there was The Makeup Show in Dallas on 13th and 14th of June 2015. I had such an amazing time visiting all booths and experiencing all the makeup awesomeness going on.

 

The Makeup Show has built itself on being a PRO-Only beauty event bringing the professional beauty industry together like no other event and has now expanded to five cities NYC, Dallas, Orlando, Chicago, LA and San Francisco. Next show is in San Francisco on August

29-30, 2015.

 

 

Exhibitors which were in Dallas were:-

 

 

I have complied some of the photos for these two days, from the show to share with you. Hope you like it, did you attend Dallas Makeup Show or any other Makeup Show yet, share your experience with me.

 

I had a pleasure to meet James Vincent, Makeup Artist, and Director of Artistry at The Makeup Show.  I met two more Youtubers/Vloggers/ Bloggers Leslie @lipglossleslie and Ashley @txmommyofboys

 

              
   
                 



                                

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Chitra