The tuffest months of the year are on, but there is no way we girls are gonna compromise on our looks! *Rocky theme music* the challenges are hard-Rain, heat, dust, sweat, humidity….the works! But we are gonna do it!

Here's a look at those life/face-savers that you need to have. We give you the lowdown on what's hot and what's not!

The heat is on, and we can't afford our be-A-utiful skins to get sun-kicked!

CRITERIA: Must be waterproof, sweat proof, and have a good SPF. Preferably non-greasy. Be careful, you don't wanna ruin that perfect summer shimmer!

Available forms: Creams, gels, moisturizers. Gels and Moisturizers are not sweat proof or water proof. And always use one type at a time!

Good Options:
VICHY(SPF 30+) (Rs.500+)
Neutrogena (SPF 30-40) (Rs.457)
L'oreal (SPF 30+) (Rs.400+)
Body Shop (Rs.300+)
Lotus (SPF 30-60+) (Rs.160+)
Lakme(SPF 15+) (Rs.100+)

Application Tips Apply 20 mins before sun exposure Re-apply every 4-6 hrs (reapplication time may differ, depending on instructions) Avoid eye contact. Sunscreens with higher SPF proportions are really harmful to the eyes.


Feeling flirty or sweet..from sexy to very you..its all in the choice of colour to kiss your cheeks…!!!
If and when applied correctly can sharpen your features!!!

Available Forms:Powder cake Dust
Cream.

Creams are all-seasons, and stay well, while powder and dust blushes need the occasional touch-up..

Good Options:
Loreal: makes you feel like a diva!
Body Shop: pampers you inside out!MAC: flirty and vivacious Revlon: corporate Chambor: trendy
Lakme: just the touch you need
Street wear: gives you a warm glow Avon: rare and really cute colours! Colour bar: the in thing..

Before blowing up 3 months' worth of pocket money on this stuff, you gotta be aware of your skin tone and type, and your features. Don't go crazy and randomly apply products- you'll end up looking like an extra from an old cheesy horror movie!

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Why waste your time on words when a look says it all? The one thing you can never go wrong with!!!
Choose a non-smudge, water resistant one, to avoid those irritating trips to the loo, and countless 'Dude, is it smudged????' questions.
Kajal is part of the typical Indian look, and even those who may not use makeup might use kajal!

Available Forms:Liquid Semi-powder Balm Stick

Avoid using liquid n balm form…they tend to smudge a lot.
Always remove eye make up before sleeping- especially kajal, or the skin under your eyes becomes dark.Also, let your skin BREATHE!
Semi powder should be used when the look needs to be kept on only for an hour or so…like evenings (where excessive sweating does not take place) cause of its short life! The best bet is the stick form-convenient and compact! No fussing round with a brush or having to get your hands dirty!

Good Options:
MAC
Revlon (colour stay) (Rs.350)
Maybelline (approx Rs.175-275)
Street wear (Rs.100)
Biotique(Rs.100)
Colour is the key word with this
product. You can go crazy, funky,
wild, sexy…there are no limits! It
adds expression to your eyes
and lets them do the flirting!

Available Forms:DustPowder
(Cake) Semi-LiquidCream

Preference changes with season.
Cream is most popular …it’s easy
to apply and gives an even look.
Dust and powder have a short life,
and they tend to cake in the
creases. Stay clear of the
semi-liquids during the summer
and the monsoon!

Good Options:
Body Shop : OMG!!! An
unbelievable range of colours,
ranging from adorable to outright
HOT! L’oreal: brings out the
sinful side of glamour!MAC:
Flirty,funky,groovy,sexy,wild,
trendy,cool, casual….no
expression’s left untouched!
Chambor: gives a whole new
meaning to the word
‘chilled’Avon : lively colours,
perfect for nights out!
Street wear: simple, yet stylish
Colour bar: take your pick from
the palette!

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Need as much protection as your skin, so lip products with minimal SPF are good. If your basic requirement is avoiding dryness, then use lip balms, and in order to glam up your lips for that party or clubbing look, use lip gloss.
A few brands offer Lipsticks that fulfill all the above requirements.

Good Options:
LIPSTICK:L'oreal: sexy!!!MAC: gives a funky look, without losing its chic quality Body Shop: look good, feel good.Maybelline: sexy, yet trendy.
Lakme: daily wear.Street wear: the name says it all!

LIP BALM:Body shop: the 'natural' option Maybelline Lip smoothie (Rs.99): a cute, girly alternative! Avon (Rs.100-200): the truly funky!

LIP GLOSS:MAC: lip-smacking!!!
Revlon (250): Stays on for really long, no matter what you do!
Maybelline: ultra-glam!
Street wear: affordable, but gooey!

 

For the perfect, even look. Go for one with minimal SPF, this protects your skin better.
Form choice could and should change with the season.

Available Forms:Powder cake Dust
Cream base (stick) Liquid

Good Options:
MAC: matches every skin tone
L'oreal: makes you picture-perfect!
Revlon: from the professional range to the casual range, Revlon offers it all!
Street wear: fulfills the teen need.
Avon: gives a healthy, clean look

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