Beauty

GO ISTA

12/3/2008 2:44:37 AM

Being fit not physically but mentally too along with unwinding yourself from time to time has become the need of the hour. People are exploring different avenues to relax and hence, treating your body for a session of spa has emerged as a viable option.

DKNY RED DELICIOUS

12/1/2008 2:50:23 AM

The New York love affair began with the launch of the refreshingly succulent dkny be delicious for women and for men. Aptly named Dkny red delicious, the sultry fragrances are a bit more daring, a bit more tantalizing – and completely irresistible.

Inspired by all the excitement city has to offer, dkny red delicious captures the heart of a passionate relationship. The seductive duo of scents is packaged in appropriately enticing attire, each an evocative symbol of original sin. Red delicious women’s apple is a luscious red offset with a shiny silver top whereas men’s apple is a rich liqueur-colored red, also capped off with a silver top.

RED DELICIOUS WOMEN EAU DE PARFUM:
50 ML RS 2420.00
100 ML RS 3320.00

RED DELICIOUS MEN EAU DE TOILETTE:
50 ML RS 2050.00
100 ML RS 3020.00

Posted on: 01-Dec-2008

ENCYCLOPEDIA OF NAILS

11/28/2008 3:32:54 AM

Jacqui Jefford the world renowned Nail Technician widely recognized as an authority in Nail Art is nowadays in India to mentor and come on board as a consultant to ‘Scratch Nails Limited’ (India’s largest and exclusive Academy of Nail Bar cum Salon) which was set up recently in New Delhi with a vision to become India’s best Trained Manpower Resource provider in the Nail segment.

TECHNI ART

11/22/2008 4:06:07 AM

This party season gear up with L’Oreal Professional’s (the partner brand of the world's leading hairdressers) latest styling range ‘Techni.art’, which is a complete variety that meets everyone's styling needs and whims. With an in-depth understanding of hairdressing techniques and fashion trends, the brand provides inspiration to all the people across the world to create international hair fashion trends, in keeping with its motto "Dream. Excel. Succeed… Together".

RADIANT SKIN

11/20/2008 2:44:10 AM

Biotherm, world leader in skin care recently came up with their new product Biopur, a range of the finest skin care products customized for women with combination to oily skin. Made with the purest natural active ingredients, the range leaves you feeling revitalized and refreshed proving to be the perfect remedy to preserve the natural beauty of your skin.

Made especially for the oily skin type that faces many kinds of problems because of heat, humidity and stress; the two customized programme given by this range will take care of all your skin care needs. The first one is Biopur Pore Reducer (the anti-shine and enlarged pore programme) and the second SOS Normalizer (the anti-imperfection programme).

The pore reducer comprises of a purifying cum mattifying range for skin with large pores which basically deals with the problem caused by excessive secretion of the sebum.

Following a simple three step routine of Purifying Gel, Purifying Lotion and Purifying Moisturizer will enhance the natural beauty of the skin. The product is giving two supplementary treatments also in this range called One-Minute Anti-Clogging Mask and Intensive Pore Reducing Concentrate for revitalizing the skin.

The SOS Normalizer is Biotherm’s 1st programme with bio acids, an ingredient that helps fight imperfections and blemishes. The three steps in this expert programme includes Cleansing Mousse, Exfoliating Lotion and Moisturizing Care eliminating the impurities on the skin’s surface and also regulating sebum production which leaves your skin radiant. Supplementary treatment to this range is Normalizing Balancing Mask giving your complexion a bright glow.

The price range of this product starts from 1350 to the maximum of 2500.

Fast Fact-
Debenham’s, Ambience Mall, Gurgaon
Shopper’s Stop, Bandra, Mumbai

Posted on: 20-Nov-2008

EYE THAT SPEAKS

11/18/2008 11:37:42 PM

Color Bar proudly announces launch of the first ever Perfect Edge Eye Liner Marker Pen in India to find eyes that speak a thousand words. A product that is perfect for defining your eyes in a lightening speed without any application difficulty. Available in a pen form this liquid eye linear is an easy to use marker pen that guarantees an even and intense application all day long. Its calligraphic brush offers great precision to line and give a jet black color that is long lasting.

Beautifully packaged as a silver pen in an attractive silver outer carton, the perfect way to apply this product is to start from the inner corner of the eyes moving outward leaving the line in an upward free stroke at the outer corner. Designed to make you feel naturally attractive when you put it on, the Perfect Edge Liquid Eye Liner Marker Pen is truly a revolution for your make up box by giving your eye a sharp and perfect definition with great ease.

Targeting the women of today who have that desire in fashion, the product will be available in all time favorite black shade in leading cosmetic outlets across the country with the price range of Rs. 450 for a single product.

Posted on: 19-Nov-2008

NATURE'S MINERAL

10/11/2008 2:40:12 AM

Enthused by the miracles of the natural world, The Body Shop comes out with an exciting and revolutionary make up range- Nature's Mineral, extracted from the innate minerals in purest form. The collection is clinically proven to be perfect for those with sensitive skin – it's free from any preservative, fragrance, oil or any kind of wax or binders often found in other mineral formulations.

SALLY HANSEN

9/16/2008 3:50:46 AM

Sally Hansen, the world’s no 1 nail expert has recently introduced four new products in the Indian market. With innovative, salon tested and highly efficacious products that enable women to become nail care specialists at home. Sally revolutionized this segment in the 1950’s with the introduction of Hard as Nails, touted as the “nail clinic in a bottle”.

Continuing to break-through in beauty + treatment products Sally Hansen Triple Strong is the ultimate strengthener for nails! The advanced gel fortifier is a breakthrough, extra-protective nail shield formulated with a unique triple-strength combination of nail fortifiers. The chemical used, adds flexibility; protects against breaking, peeling and splitting and helps strengthen the structure of the natural nail to help grow longer and stronger.

The Natural Nail Growth Activator has advanced Formula to treat weak, fragile, dehydrated nails that would not grow. The Marine Active Complex restores minerals and balances moisture levels to strengthen and grow healthy nails and you are blessed with beautiful nails.

Sally’s Ultimate Shield Fortifying Base & Top Coat offers a 2-IN-1protection for manicures that last, added with UV protection that helps keep nail colour looking fresh, bright and incredibly glossy.

And last is Sally Hansen’s Vitamin E Nail & Cuticle Oil which prevents unwanted ridges in growing nails which tend to be brittle and more prone for breaking. It is a mixture of natural essential oil complex that helps keep the cuticles supple and nails resilient.

Posted on: 16-Sep-2008

CLINIQUE

9/13/2008 2:05:32 AM

Blanched, dry or oily skin ? Tired of the losing the everyday battle with the dust and smog on Bangalore roads for a perfect dewy look? Have you always wanted to wear just your skin as the perfect accessory to match with your morning brunch dresses? Well, the skin experts are here to help you achieve just that. Clinique comes to Bangalore, bringing its iconic 3-Step Skin Care System showcasing the cornerstone of great skin at the pristine white store located at Oasis, Koramangla.

JADE BEAUTY

9/11/2008 4:16:32 AM

Nothing portrays woman beauty better than a clear face and radiant complexion. For those who believe in this adage, Nephria has launched the Jade beauty bar as an ideal beauty aid for the management of inflammation, acne and eczema.

With unique ingredients, including nephrite (jade powder), together with pure oils from apricot, olive and jojoba, the Jade Beauty Bar cleanses, revitalizes, rejuvenates and reinvigorates the skin and complexion. Containing Chitosan, a highly effective moisturizer in cosmetic products, it helps to reduce the skin from showing signs of ageing. The products are enriched by contains Vitamin E, which is a powerful antioxidant, protecting the cells from free radicals, which can cause damage and helps the skin to look younger.

Whilst moisturizing the skin, the Bar also has the ability to remove toxins and facilitate the revival of the skin colour, lipid balance and calming debilitating skin problems such as inflammation and acne. The beauty Bar has major benefits for African, Caribbean and Asian skin Ailments.

Earlier available only on its official website, the most luxurious range of Jade based beauty products are now available at the exclusive STUDIO at Fred Segal in Santa Monica, California.

Director, Charlotte Newbert, says “There is absolutely nothing else like it in the market, with the best looking staff anywhere in the world. It is luxurious because it contains real jade, as well as natural oils and high quantities of Vitamin E and anti oxidants. Each bar comes beautifully packaged in a jade and gold colored box with the bar sealed inside a jade wrapper. I am delighted my customers are enjoying such benefits.”

The boutique is a common destination for the likes of Winona Ryder, Jennifer Aniston, Leonardo DiCaprio, Gwyneth Paltrow, Salma Hayek, Meg Ryan and George Clooney. Others such as Denise Richards, Bette Midler, Samuel L. Jackson, Farah Fawcett, Rod Stewart, Rachel Hunter, Nicole Kidman, Madonna, Seal, Matt Damon, Sandra Bullock, Julia Roberts, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Cameron Diaz, Katie Holmes, Daryl Hannah, Jamie Lee Curtis, Brad Pitt, Jodie Foster, Julia Roberts and even Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger are regular shoppers.

Posted on: 11-Sep-2008

MAGNIFIQUE

9/9/2008 4:40:55 AM

‘To live is the rarest thing in the World, most people just exist’- Oscar Wilde has managed to inspire Lancome, Paris to launch their latest fragrance MAGNIFIQUE, a sensuous feminine perfume that blends woody scents with floral pheromones, topped with spicy tinges. Sexy seductress Anne Hathway (of ‘The Devil wears Prada’ fame) has been roped in for her sensuality and alluring womanhood as the face of the fragrance.

Held in a gleaming crystallized scarlet bottle in graduating shades ruby red- a colour that epitomises both passion and power, MAGNIFIQUE breaks free from the traditional genres of feminity and brings forth a unique sense of Haute Perfumery that resonates with rhythmic energy and coveted opulence. Olivier Cresp and Jaques Cavallier are the master perfume makers behind the Making of MAGNIFIQUE. The ingredients are drawn from nagarmota (a byproduct of an Indian plant), rose and saffron, resulting in a daring and intoxicating fragrance, which is not just an attempt but a reflection of uncontained confidence and sensual prowess!

As Anne put it, “MAGNIFIQUE makes me feel sensual and feminine. This fragrance is about intensity and is a true celebration of passion.” The uber-sexy scent makes a perfect companion for a regular 9-5 wear or a classy occasional turn on. Available in 30, 50 and 75 ml bottles, the perfume has hit the markets world wide on Monday, Sep 8.

Posted on: 9-Sep-2008

GRAND FINALE

9/6/2008 4:04:17 AM

At Grand Hyatt, Mumbai, the stage was set for a fantastic hair show by Hakim Alim who displayed the stunning asymmetrical futuristic designs on models Shonal Rawat and Alesia Raut amongst others. Guests like Neeta Lulla, Sangeeta Bijlani were served a sit down stylish dinner while they savoured the scorching ramp that had models Nethra Raghuraman, Aanchal Kumar, Carol Gracias, Shahwar Ali and Jesse Randhawa walk the ramp. Stylist Adhuna Akhtar lived up to her attendance spree at the event.

BALI IN BANGALORE…

9/2/2008 1:06:08 AM

“Om Swathi Hastu” – A traditional Balinese greeting that translates to “To be in Touch with your Inner Self” is the spirit that flows into the services provided by one of Bangalore’s most popular Spa destination- the Asian Woman Spa. As you set foot in the sprawling 9000 sq ft complex of Asian Woman Spa on the busy Sarjapur Road in Koramangla, it teleports you to the mystical isle of Bali cutting you off from the noisy traffic outside. Established by Kavita Thulasidas and Huri Baxani from Singapore, the Spa merges therapies and design influences from various countries of South East Asia combining archaic attention to detail with modern technology.

HAIRS

8/27/2008 7:14:11 AM

A new season, new trends and - of course - new hairstyles.
Let's demystify the new season's tress trends!
So what's new and upcoming for 2008 hairstyles?

LOOK

8/27/2008 2:52:08 AM

As the weather becomes colder, fresh makeup trends start to heat up with strong colours. This winter is no exception with new emphasis on the eyes and lips being seen on the runways and on the streets of large, trend setting cities, so just get in there and start smudging! Makeup is about smudging and blending rather than being precise.

HAIR REVOLUTION

8/19/2008 1:25:32 AM

The beauty and cosmetic industry in India has witnessed a boom over the last five years with the entry of many foreign brands in the market. Despite the sudden boom the experts predict that Indian beauty and cosmetic industry has great potential for growth.

SIX SENSES SPA

8/12/2008 12:45:44 AM

Soneva Gili is a Paradise on Earth and a great place to holiday especially for families and the Spa is only one aspect. There are many more treatments for simply relaxing and rejuvenating too. The mission at the six senses Spa at Soneva Gili Maldives is to deliver spa experiences that are both unique and memorable. The pyramid of six spheres used to identify Six Senses Spas, represents the philosophy that is fundamental to the human experience: The foundation spheres represent the three primary senses of sight, sound and touch. The second level balances upon this foundation by satisfying the more acute senses of taste and smell. The apex sphere symbolizes a sense of elation discovered only by balancing the first five – the unique experience of all senses heightened beyond expectations.

ALFAPARF

7/10/2008 3:09:12 AM

Italian World leader in hair styling products, Alfaparf Milano, was launched in the India by international celebrity hair stylist Kenneth Frost in Mumbai on July 7. Announcements were made to launch shampoos, conditioners, hair styling products, hair treatment products and hair colours under the Alfaparf brand name.

‘BEAUTY’ IN BRANDS

6/6/2008 2:44:57 AM

Although, Indian market is snowed under the cosmetics from indigenous brands that are obtainable easily but the fashion conscious consumers are heading towards the global icons. It appears that the mass market is now starting to run over from the fashion cup into the realm of beauty. Now, luxury is really so democratic that everyone can have a piece of the high-end pie. The best beauty brands in following categories are:

WOMEN

MAKE UP

A REALM OF RELAXATION

5/23/2008 2:38:14 AM

Instead of being a luxury pastime, many people from around the world indulge in body scrubs and massage as part of their daily ritual. You've heard of Shiatsu, Swedish and Thai massage but did you know that the world's cultures offer some more unusual treatments to sample? Stylekandy endows an introduction to the world's most exotic spa treatments that will sublime pleasures of life, leaving a lifetime experience.

HAIR ANGLE

5/21/2008 2:15:58 AM

The sun may finally go and the weather may cool down, but neglect your hair during the monsoon and you’re in for a bad hair day, practically everyday. Unrelenting limp locks, stubborn fringes and outstandingly frizzy hair are common complaints during the rainy season. But no fear, till Stylekandy is here- cos we bring to you the five most sought after tips to sport healthy and stylish hair all through the rains.

CELEBRATING MOTHERHOOD

5/10/2008 2:50:44 AM

Mother's Day is a time of commemoration and celebration for Mothers all around the world.

There are some women who look livelier, more active and more alluring as they mature. It’s as though a youthful spirit commands their aging processes, radiating positive energy - turning every kind of change into an opportunity for better things ahead. If only we could all keep as much vitality in our skin as we keep in our spirits. But of course, skin becomes fragile over time. Maintaining its firmness is increasingly difficult, and recovery from UV damage and dryness takes longer as the years pass. And if we knew why, what could we do to solve these problems?

Here are few gifts for Mothers day.

LANCOME’S SHOCK FORMULA

5/8/2008 1:59:50 AM

It’s a proven fact when it comes to personal beautification; our nails are always derelict in the rage. So providing all those women who like to express their feminity with these minuscule, the world’s leading luxury beauty brand Lancôme has unveiled LE VERNIS, nail polish with a long lasting formula and nail fortifier.

It is laced with a reinforced shock absorption formula to strengthen the nails with its Keratin booster makes the nails more flexible and stronger; thus resistant to breakage. The high definition applicator brush perfectly embraces the shape of the nail and optimizes the intensity of the application in one coat. The shield plasticizers are shock resistant and enable the colour and shine to stay true up to one week without chipping.

Give your nails a precise and polished finish with the Lancôme Le Vernis range!

Available in 12 different shades

BEAUTY BUZZ

5/7/2008 6:10:33 AM

Fans of Body Shop will be thrilled to learn their brand of choice is now available in a dual package – Body Scrub and Body Butter – that's specially formulated to work its magic to gently exfoliate dead skin cells and moisturize your skin. The 12 scrub-and-moisturizer pairs are Pink Grapefruit, Papaya, Strawberry and Satsuma, recommended for normal skin; Passion fruit and Olive for normal to dry skin; Brazil Nut, Almond and Coconut for dry skin; and for very dry skin, there is Mango, Cocoa Butter, and Shea.

NEW WISE WOMAN

5/2/2008 1:26:35 AM

Few fine lines, a hint of gray. The normal changes of aging are inevitable. But with skin rejuvenation products, non surgical facial treatments, and hair care products, it's easy for women over 50 to enhance their natural beauty. Firm skin, a toned body and a trendy style don’t have to end once you hit your 50s. In fact, as the new saying goes, “50 are the new 30.” Women report staying more active than ever and as a result they look and feel better than their mothers did at their age. They hit a 'wellbeing peak', a time when they often experience a higher level of confidence and emotional and spiritual contentment than at any other time in their lives.

So embrace these years – and the wisdom that comes with them – and learn how to accentuate your assets to look as good on the outside as you feel on the inside. So for this Mother Day, the Body Shop unveils a complete range called ‘WISE WOMAN’ for the women who are over 50 but yet not ready to compromise on their personality and looks.

The natural power behind Wise Woman range is a unique regenerating complex, a skin supplement of natural red clover, wild yam, starflower oil and Community Trade Soya oil that help strengthen the skin's fabric, support its natural structure, and stimulate cell renewal, whilst maintaining collagen development to help recover elasticity and suppleness.

You can now learn to love your skin by treating it to this insightful new skin care regime of seven sensational products – Wise Woman Luxury Cleanser, Softening Toner, Vitality Serum, Regenerating Day Cream, Regenerating Night Cream, Eye Cream and Intensive Firming Mask.

KAYA’S STRUCTURAL DIFFERENCES

5/1/2008 5:29:55 AM

Bad things happen to good skin, but not always for the reasons you suspect. In addition to battling blackheads, ingrown hairs, fissures and scars, your body's largest organ has to cope with a host of skin-care fables.

NAIL ART

5/1/2008 5:24:31 AM

So are you ready for a party, wearing a beautiful dress, enticing makeup and necessary accessories? But, how about your nails? Beautifully groomed hands and gorgeous nails spell a strong statement about your personal style. However nails are subject to a lot of stress–we use them as tools to pick, poke or prick things. So, pamper them as Sally Hansen World’s No. 1 Nail Expert brand is now all set to launch in India

Touted as "the nail clinic in a bottle", Sally Hansen has the global portfolio with over 50 nail care products vis-à-vis Strengtheners & Hardeners, Nail Growth Boosters, Cuticle Care, Base & Top coats and Anti-Fungal products provide solutions to almost all nail dilemmas. So whether the impasse is regarding how to maintain healthy cuticles, prevent brittle nails, make them grow faster or even how to keep them looking good 24/7, Sally Hansen provides all the solutions. As this global leader get underway in India, we bring you the style report of its products.

COSME DERMAT TREATMENT

5/1/2008 2:37:15 AM

Mumbai, April 30, 2008: VLCC, a category leader in wellness domain with a strong global vision today enthusiastically announced the launch of an internationally acclaimed skin and hair care in India. The Cosme Dermat treatment is expected to spark a revolution in the industry with its innovative approach and exclusive results.

KANDID WITH JAWED HABIB

4/29/2008 3:58:58 AM

Jawed Habib today is India’s leading Hair Expert and owns a chain of Fashion Salons & Hair Training Academies in India and International. A third generation hair stylist, his father Habib Ahmed further took the legacy left behind by his grandfather Nazir Ahmed forward. His grandfather was known for grooming the hair of Jawaharlal Nehru and Lord Mount batten. “In those days it was only haircut; today it is hair styling,”

SUMMER ESSENSUALS

4/29/2008 2:35:20 AM

As the chill in the air gradually diminishes, the heat of the sun begins to increase indicating the arrival of summers. Though summers are a great time for relaxation but it is true that the scorching summer sun does take a toll on our skin and hair as we increasingly venture out in the sun. In this blistering heat, what you need is to understand the nature of your skin and work out accordingly to keep it beautiful and glowing.

Unfortunately, for most of us, summer does come to an end, but it shouldn't before you work in at least ten little luxuries. And I'm not talking about the normal things that you do every day.

Staying cool but looking hot is the name of the game this summer. But, how do you pull this off? Here are some suggestions to at least make you look cool! Let’s start with our makeup.

TWO MINUTES TO GLAMOUR

4/12/2008 12:33:35 PM

Rephrasing the face of skincare and beauty reform therapy in India, Dr. Chiranjiv Chhabra storms the erstwhile bastion of derma-physiology spiking it with technically evolved therapies and medicines. To provide customized treatments to her patients, her skin clinic, Skin Alive has emerged as a place where beauty and health solutions come together to give an unparalleled wellness experience, healing patients and putting them in control of their health.

TONI & GUY LAUNCH LABEL M

3/19/2008 1:33:18 PM

Having made its presence felt globally by offering avant-grade street hair fashion for the last 40 yrs, Italian hair style brand Toni & Guy launched its latest segment label M. into the Indian Market. It comprises of 40 different hair care and styling products that can be used for personal as well as professional application.

WIFW LUXURY SALON

3/18/2008 1:31:00 PM

At the recently concluded Wills India Fashion Week, it’s not only the designer grabs and global design aesthetics that kept the media busy and let the friends from designer fraternity on a cut throat competition for newspaper column spaces. On the other side of the venue, bollywood divas were going more glamorous to hit the track in all the right senses. The onsite luxury salon, Fiama Di Wills in association with ace make-up artist and hair stylist Ambika Pillai along with Rohit Gandhi and Rahul Khanna presented three key looks for the season on stylish bollywood divas.

JEAN-CLAUDE PROPOSE FOR VALENTINE DAY

3/13/2008 11:03:55 AM

Haven’t yet found that perfect gift for impressing your valentine? Can’t think out of the box and freeze on an exclusive never seen, never heard before idea to make your valentine feel special? Chillax! World-renowned French salon Jean-Claude Biguine offers you to gift beauty of mind and soul this season. Stop scratching your head and read on-

The eminent hair and beauty salon has evolved an invigorating idea for men and woman alike, that is certain to instantly fetch you that coveted attribute of caring. Jean-Claude Beguine proposes to present to your Valentine, a gift voucher that will offer peace of mind and beauty of soul. You are entitled to buy a voucher of your choice value, beginning at Rs.1000. Got to choose from a wide spectrum of services that can take good care of your beloved’s body.

A Day Pass will offer you hair shampoo, cut & style along with manicure, pedicure, aromatherapy massage and facial. Or buy the body & soul voucher that promises an essential satin treatment and a relaxing massage cum facial. For a fresh feeling body, check out the Biguine Silhouette voucher that provides a slimming massage with anti cellulite treatment. Spa prestige promises to enrich your experience in body treatment radically. And before you typecast this as an all ladies affair Men’s Day Out is just the perfect gift for all those metro sexual men, who don’t want to play second fiddle to their women, when it comes to taking care of their own skin, hair & body.

If you have already gifted the tried and tested souvenir to your beloved or if you wanna crack the conventional code of gifts, then this might just be the perfect way to make this Valentine a memorable one. All you need to do is step into the Jean-Claude Biguine House of Beauty Salon at 68 Chapel Rd, Bandra; and surprise your valentine with the most unimaginable, unpretentious, and uncanny gift of all times.

COLOUR YOUR SPIRIT WITH COLORESSENCE

3/13/2008 10:33:02 AM

Premium personal care products brand, Nature’s Essence introduced their colour Cosmetic Range called Coloressence at the Kohinoor Park Hotel here. The new range of beauty and care products has been aptly endorsed by renowned make up and styling Guru, Cory Walia, known for the signature look given to the cast of movies like K3G and D2.

The range comprises of Make-Up Base, Concealers, Foundation, Lip Sticks, Lip Gloss, Pan Sticks, Pan Cakes, Mascara, Eye Shades in Matte, Pearl Eye Shades, Powder Eye Liner, Blushers, Lipsticks, Shimmer highlighter, Skin and Body Illuminator, Aqua Base Make Up, Special Grand Combo Packs and a host of other products available in varied and vibrant hues.

The products have been manufactured in Korea and Germany, meeting all modern safety standards, but are they appropriate for the Indian Skin and weather type? “These Colour Cosmetics are made by truly understanding the Indian skin type. They are not very harsh for the skin and can stay for long hours on the skin. Summers have also been kept in mind, so they are bound to offer some protection from the ultra heat.” declares a trustworthy Cory.

The wide range of products will be also introduced in salons and parlours under the line of Coloressence Professionale. Addressing the media Mr. R.K. Nanda, Chairman, Nature’s Essence explained, “The launch of the professional segment will be able to fill the void of any Indian Company in the professional segment. The Salon and professional industry has long been governed by expensive products that are not coherent with the Indian Skin tones. Coloressence aims to bridge that gap existing for long time and offer a palette of products suiting Indian tones and sensibilities to perfection”.

With the mercury having picked up as the summer progresses, women around sure will be vying for a cosmetic product that plays the dual role of offering both- beauty and protection. Coloressence seems all set to provide just that. However, utmost care should be executed while choosing any branded product and nothing helps like an expert advice.

IN SPA EXPERIENCE

3/12/2008 5:46:28 PM

New Delhi: To unfold a new way of life, Jaypee Vasant Continental, New Delhi launched the Tamaya- Spa, Salon and Wellness Centre in association with Pevonia Botanica, an elite spa care line.

KAYA’S STRUCTURAL DIFFERENCES

3/12/2008 5:38:15 PM

But, there is nothing to worry. Get ready for gorgeous skin! Pioneers in skincare for over 5 years offering world-class treatments and services to deliver solutions for the skin with structural differences.Kaya Skin Clinic, India's foremost chain of skin care solutions introduces the Sensitive Skin Line.

Here we bring you the list of products that will heed for your sensitive pelt.

Face Cleanser – Before anything in the rule of book of beauty and make-up comes the cleansing, to get that dirt out from your face. Especially formulated for sensitive facial skin, this mild, soap free modus operandi cleanses gently without dryness or irritation while maintaining the normal Ph of the skin. It calms the skin as it is specially formulated to be non-drying and non-irritating with cleansing agent derived from natural fatty acids & pro-protein base.

Moisturizer – As we know, even our skin need its food to retain its suppleness and softness. The moisturizer restores the elasticity of the skin, making the skin soft and supple. It is made up of ingredients like Aloe Vera and almond oil thatt soothes, moisturizes and nourishes the skin. The antioxidants protect skin from free radical damage.

Sunscreen SPF 15 – Keeping hot and sweaty Indian summers in mind this one is needed to keep handy. It provides effective protection against harmful UVA and UVB rays. It prevents sunburn and skin ageing due to sun exposure. This lightweight, non- greasy, formula hydrates the skin and spreads easily leaving a matte finish on the face.

AMORE AROMA

3/3/2008 6:27:40 PM

''Perfume is like love'', Estee Lauder once said. ''You can't get enough of it.'' Speaking of scents, most of us buy a perfume because it smells good [duh!]. There are those among us who buy perfume because of its packaging; a lot of people reading this bought one of Dali's perfumes because of its exaggerated structure. Sometimes I feel it's amazing what can fit in a fragrance bottle … memories of a first kiss, a special person, an uplifting mood. Whether the scent is spicy or vanilla, floral or woodsy, there is usually some emotional connection. That's why we keep coming back to it. StyleKandy asked a few fashionistas what their favorite fragrance is and why they come back to it … here's the dope!

HAIR, MAKEUP TRENDS BY AMBIKA PILLAI

3/3/2008 6:22:41 PM

Winter is a good time to experiment with makeup and hairstyles, and to inspire you this holiday season, StyleKandy offers fresh trends by Ambika Pillai, who won the ZEE Idea Fashion awards for Best Makeup Artist and Best Hairstylist of 2006. She has also worked with celebrities like Aishwarya Rai, Sushmita Sen, Bipasha Basu, Diana Hayden, Madhuri Dixit, John Abraham, Milind Soman, Dino Morea, and Anna Kornikova. Winter trends promise that bronze will be prevalent — with a dash of red lipstick tossed in to honor the cold season's burgeoning succulence. So if you're yearning for some makeup tips and tricks this season, Ambika offers a few choices. "For winter, I have been doing shows where I gave the models light eyes and dark lips. Red lipstick is in vogue," reveals Ambika Pillai in an exclusive byte for StyleKandy.

THE 'MARIE ANTOINETTE' LOOK

3/3/2008 6:18:15 PM

When prudent clothes in grey fabrics and a leaning toward androgyny are all around, you can't help but yearn for the frou-frou. So I shall be taking Marie Antoinette as my role model in Spring Summer 2007; I'm glad that Sofia Coppola has decided to portray her as a punkish rebel in her forthcoming film! Ambika Pillai, senior make-up artist, says that to be a modern Marie Antoinette, you must begin with the foundation. "Keep the base natural and pale," she says. "Don't layer on foundation to achieve the look. The overall look you are going in for is fresh and dewy." "Eyes are kept nude," she says, "but keeping Indian complexion in view, I recommend lining the inner eyelid to make the eye appear wider. Smoke them out; stark lines on your face during summer are not a pretty sight. Finish off with a lashing of mascara. Ensure it is waterproof because mascara running on your face is one of the worst makeup disasters." L'Oreal has lovely mascara for those who want lengthening and thickening technology. "Select a pink or peach blusher that suits your skin tone. Apply to the apples of the cheeks and just below, to create a flushed effect." Getting the lips right demands a little concentration. We're all in the habit of sliding a tube of lipstick over our lips, but this wouldn't cut it in an 18th century French court. Your lips should look stained rather than painted. "You could use colored lip gloss; the lip liner should blend in with the color of the lips. Use a dusky rose tint to create the ultimate rosebud lips." Pierre Cardin, one of my all-time favorite products, is tea-, cake- and kiss-proof! A personal halo of exquisite, non-mass-produced scent is a necessity if you're going to be like the last queen of France. She was renowned for smelling delightfully of jasmine, iris, lavender and tuberose. Cheers!

SCARLET FEVER

3/3/2008 6:13:34 PM

Sumptuous Scarlet. Ruby Slippers. Berry Burst. Liquid Garnet. I'm at the cosmetics counter in a mall and I'm going for red. The deepest, darkest red there is. After all, crimson lips creates instant glamor. As one crimson-fan friend puts it, "Red lipstick, or the red glosses that are everywhere now, have the power to transform not only your face, but your confidence too. When I paint it on, I feel glamorous and vivacious."

TOP 10 BEAUTY PRODUCTS

3/3/2008 6:10:23 PM

Get the inside scoop on the hottest new beauty products that just hit the stores!

AU NATURAL

3/3/2008 6:07:50 PM

Summer '07 is an adventurous season for fashion, with color, metallic and patterns. When it comes to makeup, though, it's a different story. Don't expect dark eyes or deep lips—the spotlight is honed on the natural look i.e. bare eyes, flushed cheeks and rose-hued lips. Summer trends promise that pinks will be prevalent in an amalgamation of tones from hibiscus to mulberry with a dash of pomegranate tossed in to honor the season's burgeoning succulence. Combine this with the perfect pallor, and you'll be in style. "It's monochromatic," says Leah Elliston, senior artist for MAC. "A lot of taupe, beige and flesh tones on the eyes, cheeks and lips. Most women want to their skin to look natural, but perfected. That means a finish that is neither too dewy nor matte, and not a lot of color on the cheeks but contour. A strong blush is definitely out; use bronzer to create a natural blush down the cheekbones and up across the bridge of the nose, in the places the sun would naturally hit. Look for bronze or pale rose lipsticks and tinted lip balms, almost like using concealer on the lips." If there is to be any makeup drama, the eyes have it. "Using liquid eyeliner, follow the shape of the eye, not winged out but almond shaped. Not too fussy, not too perfect."

SUN-KISSED BEAUTY

3/3/2008 6:01:33 PM

A DOZEN WAYS TO BEAT THE HEAT IN STYLE!

ON THE SHELVES: BODY SHOP

3/3/2008 5:53:34 PM

Get the scoop on the hottest beauty products that hit the shelves. This week, we sampled the make-up range from Bodyshop. The company, headquartered in Littlehampton, West Sussex, England, is noted for selling its own line of products made without animal testing and in an ecologically sustainable manner.

AUTUMN WINTER 2007-08 BEAUTY TIPS

3/3/2008 5:49:42 PM

When Chanel International Makeup Trainer and Artist Dominique Papadopoulos works with his clients, he allows their personality to shine through, creating a truly holistic look. In an excusive tête-à-tête with JASMEEN DUGAL, he advises on working with the right shades and textures, skincare regime, effortless makeup for day and dramatic for evening. Carrying a make-up look from daywear to evening Keep makeup light during the day. For evening, the sensitive parts of the face like under-eyes, nose, chin area, hollow of the chin, and center of the forehead should be highlighted. This is done with an illuminating powder [Poudre Douce, Soft Pressed Powder from Chanel, Colour: Lilas]. Add black kohl and mascara to the eyes and play with lip colour.

MAKEUP TRENDS

3/3/2008 5:41:14 PM

PRIYANKA UNVEILS EXCELLENT MAKEOVER

3/3/2008 5:37:57 PM

Mumbai: Priyanka Chopra along with her father Dr. Ashok Chopra inaugurated Excellent Makeover, a facial clinic at Lokhandwala in Mumbai.

BEAUTY BEGINS AT BIGUINE

3/3/2008 5:31:41 PM

Beauty is always there, it needs to be enhanced by ailing the right services with the right mood by well trained professionals who practice beauty as a passion, not a profession” – Jean-Claude Biguine The leading French Beauty House- Jean Claude Biguine has opened its flagship salon and spa at Bandra, Mumbai. It has 350 salons and spas worldwide straddling across 17 countries, including hotspots like Paris, Milan, Tokyo, New York and Miami, that provides patrons an all-new experience in French Beauty and style.

JEAN-CLAUDE PROPOSE FOR VALENTINE DAY

3/3/2008 5:26:19 PM

PERFUME ESSENTIALS FOR SUMMER 08

3/3/2008 5:10:52 PM

Gone are the days when how you smelled was a subject of providing lip sympathy. The urban lifestyle adheres so much importance to the way you smell, that it often translates into a personal style statement. And if you are a new entrant into the ever-augmenting list of those who have realized this civic essential, or a fragrance frenzy patron, then Stylekandy takes the pain to impart all essential knowledge on the latest fragrances for the coming Spring summer 08 season so that you remain constantly surrounded. Coco Chanel: The Sexy, fresh oriental fragrance of the Chanel Mademoiselle recalls the irrepressible spirit of the young woman an elegant, luxurious scent in a classic signature bottle, perfect for the dressing table or for traveling.

HOT HAIRSTYLES

3/3/2008 4:09:30 PM

Prim and polished hair makes us want to yawn. It's as if all desire has been tamed right out of it. What we're craving now is hair abandoned to its own sensuous whims and capricious wisps! We asked UK-based celebrity hairstylist Dar [a modern hair wizard who transformed Goldie Hawn and Aishwarya Rai into a dizzying selection of stunning looks that ranged from celestial goddess to rock star] for some sexy hairstyles.

NEW PRODUCT ON THE SHELVES

3/3/2008 4:06:43 PM

Hair is constantly exposed to pollution, climatic changes and stress which make it limp and damage prone. Summer's a great time to try spa-inspired recipes and deep conditioning treatments at the salon for renewal that put your hair's well-being first, and takes it from stressed [due to hair color, sun, styling, blow-drying etc] to stronger, silkier and shinier.

HOT HAIR STYLES FOR MEN

3/3/2008 4:00:43 PM

There's no doubt that "hair trends" is among the most frequent FAQs on StyleKandy.com. Deciding which hairstyle to take on is a difficult decision, since it can completely alter one's appearance! But the question is, 'which men's hairstyles are popular and which ones make you look as though you've been the victim of a bad hair day?' In order to bring you the latest hair trends for men, I consulted with hairstylist Deepak Jalhan during the launch of Kérastase Paris at Looks Salon, and he had a lot to say about the current trends in men's hair. "A lot of men come into the saloon for grooming and a completely different look. They are willing to experiment with hairstyles. Until a few months ago, they used to come in simply for a haircut but they are now trying out hair products too so there is a sea of change. They know what they want and are asking for specific treatments. Though it is a lot different than working with women, there are still a lot of things that you can do with short hair. In fact, I would go as far as to say there is competition between men and women as to who is more experimental!" What kind of cuts are men going in for this season? Short! Short hair looks chic, and is easy to care for during the hot summer. You might have spotted the shorter hairstyles sported by celebrities like Saif Khan. "Summer is coming up so men are going for spikes and crew cuts; messed up hair and just-out-of-bed look is in. So the trend metre is moving towards shorter hair; it is a move away from that whole long Dhoni type of hairstyle," he remarks.

A CAREER IN HAIR DESIGN

3/3/2008 3:38:44 PM

If you love fashion and want to have a hand in creating fashion yourself, then hairdressing might be for you. We've got all you need to know about kickstarting a career in hairdressing.

SPA SPECIALIST

3/3/2008 3:35:53 PM

You've come home from a stressful day or an intense workout. You are sore and achy. It's too late to book your masseuse, and you have a health spa appointment in two weeks. What do you do? Flop on the bed or soak in a hot bath? Dial a spa specialist! Earlier this afternoon, my friend Eddie introduced me to spa specialist Omar Farooque, who has infinite spa knowledge, particularly on Conscious Touch, and likes to share it with people. And, his clientele includes Sabyasachi, Dino Morea, Shyan Munshi, Pia Rai Chowdhury, and VJ Archana.

GRUNGE MEETS GLAMOUR

3/3/2008 3:32:39 PM

Garima, model, had her look perfected by Sam McKnight and Samantha Kocchar for the Milan Fashion Week catwalk. Here's how you can snag her grunge-meets-glamour look, reminiscent of the Eighties: 'I believe in leaving hair looking natural and I wanted the style to look like Garima could have done it herself the day before and allowed it to work free', says Sam. 'I prepared her hair with anti-frizz serum and blow dried it using a large round brush. I then took small horizontal sections and rolled the strands with large Velcro rollers for a voluptuous look.' To complete the 'undone finish', Sam shook the curls free with his fingers only and misted Wella hair-gloss spray over the style for shine. 'The old school smoky eyes are always a winner. Dark rimmed eyes heavily smudged at the corners with steel grey, military green, fuchsia, orange, and plum blended with smudged kohl, gives a very intense look,' says Samantha. 'To achieve Garima's look, prepare your face with moisturizer and apply a thin layer of foundation. Add fuchsia shadow [I used A-21 Mac on Garima], draw a thick black line with kohl on the upper and lower lid, smudged with violet-black shadow [Mac sketch velvet A-93], stain lips with a light lip stainer and you're there.'

SUMMER HAIRSTYLES FOR MEN

3/3/2008 3:28:29 PM

"Hair" and its related terms are among the most highly searched topics on StyleKandy after we ran a feature, 'Hot Hairstyles for Men'. In order to bring you the latest hair trends for men, I consulted Samantha Kochhar, who completed her professional education at Pivot Point International, Chicago, and is just back from Milan Fashion Week where she gleaned the hottest hair and make-up trends. While it boiled down to the fact that "it all starts with the right haircut," Samantha had a lot to say about the current trend in men's hair! "The look this season is grunge but with class and panache. It is defined by an out-of-bed look … casual and styled with very short lengths on the crest area and the crown of the head, messed up by styling products. Go for an extremely short asymmetrical fringe with long thinned-out sections of straight hair framing the face. The hair at the nape area should be feathered and thinned out, draping the neck in an asymmetrical pattern," she advises.

HAIR CARE RITUALS

3/3/2008 12:29:44 PM

Statistics show women spend more time on their hair than on any other part of their beauty regimen. No doubt you know what looks good for daytime wear. But some nights, you want to look more than good; you want to look and feel sexy. We asked Philip Giles, General Manager of L'Oreal Professional Products division at Kerastase for hair-care solutions that promise feel-good luscious tresses. "Indian hair is so unique; it's neither Caucasian nor Asian. It's so frizzy, resistant and dry. So we had a team of experts develop hair care rituals exclusively for Indian hair. It is a complete philosophy of beauty, expertise, product performance and a personalized regime for the hair'', he comments.

WELLA TREND VISION

3/3/2008 11:30:55 AM

Parisian trend agency, Trend Union, scouts the globe, observing hairstylists and identifying trends, which in turn becomes the fashion prediction for the following year. This year's trends are Nordic Serenity, Pop Couture, Rustic Deluxe and Sensual Intrigue. So if you are wondering what to do when summer's mighty wrath wreaks havoc with your hair, read on: Nordic Serenity Nordic Serenity explores the beauty of simplicity and power of purity, opening up a spiritual space where technology meets tranquility, enhancing our sense of self.

BLOSSOM KOCHAR'S TIPS

3/3/2008 11:06:11 AM

Change your hair, change your mood. That's how important your locks are—and Dr. Blossom Kochar is dedicated to the universe of hair. We caught up with her on the eve she was elected President of Inter Coiffure Mondial in India [the world's largest organization of fashion hair stylists], and in a short tête-à-tête, requested her to share a few nuggets on the importance of hair shows, trends in colors and cuts and some hair-raising experiences.

CROWNED IN LIGHT

3/3/2008 11:01:37 AM

DELHI: I peel myself out of my office desk a hair before noon and begin a debate over how to spend this mellow rainy afternoon. Do I hit Khan Market for the preview of Crowned in Light, hair jewellery from the House of Swarovski for some soul-salving shopping? Or drop by Lodhi Gardens for their Aperitif Platter Promotion to savor French wine Bouvet Ladubay? After a strong cup of coffee to clear the cobwebs, I decide to head over to both.

MONSOON HAIRSTYLES FOR MEN

3/3/2008 10:58:29 AM

It's been a while since I've covered men's hairstyles, but hopefully it hasn't been that long since you've tried a new do. The last time I focused on men's hair, it was when long hair was in vogue [I told you it's been a long time]. Well, I'm happy to report that a lot has changed on the hair front, but not that much that a full-on overhaul is in order. I consulted with hairstylist Christiaan Georgio, who gave me the rundown on some of the latest hairstyles to hit the men's scene, as well as adequate ammunition to answer some of your most popular hair questions. As you may have heard, fashion works in cycles, and the looks of previous eras resurface every season, albeit with some modifications. Just look around you, and you might notice that the ladies are wearing clothes that look more suitable for the '60s and '70s; even guys are donning '70s skinny ties and '80s patterns.

CURLY LOCKS

3/3/2008 10:55:14 AM

Two words sum up the mood of this season's hot-off-the-catwalk hairstyles: easy glamour. Short bubble-perms, ringlets, layered waves, soft curls, and even the afro all put in an appearance on the catwalk. I'm not talking about old-fashioned perms or ringlets, rather an elegant but just a little "undone" look, whose beauty lies in its disheveled allure.

TRENDY HAIRSTYLES

3/3/2008 10:48:59 AM

The hairstyles in 2007 were audacious and brawny in entirety. The modern woman is versatile with her appearance; she likes to experiment with her image in elegance full of extravagance. Dealing with fact, haircuts have the tendency to be tapered and light, strong and delicate, and composed of disorganized harmony and mixed colors. In 2007, hairstyles were full of movement, mix textures and effects with a combination of softness and provocation. Different lengths were overlaid and mix lightly with false simplicity to enhance the features. The Poker straight look was out and so trade was in with flatirons for volume enhanced products and rollers. Volumes were layered, tapered or graduated. The following were the hairstyle trends of 2007 for women that allowed a new look for women of all ages and styles. Short Yet Impressive The short business cut has been equally popular with both men and women. The short hair do is more punk and messy or even shaved short. This type of hairdo is slightly longer on top and coming to almost zero by the ears and back. Short hairs are mostly popular due to the fact that it takes little upkeep to stay in place or quickly fix on a windy day.

GET TRENDY WITH TONI&GUY

3/3/2008 10:41:15 AM

After successfully launching international brands like Sally Hansen and KEUNE in the beauty, hair and skin care segment; Brushman India Limted brings Toni & Guy, the world’s most powerful hairdressing brand in Delhi.

MAKEUP TRENDS

2/9/2008 2:51:42 PM

The makeup trends in 2007 were romantic, ladylike and a callback to the 40s - with jittery detail. StyleKandy brings you the make-up trends that were affluent in 2007. In the passed year, texture for cosmetics became important never more so than before. The new crop of mineral makeups was smooth and nurturing for every skin tone and type. Mineral makeup comes in a powder form, which is gently buffed onto the skin using a soft puff or large, downy brush. The finely milled powder works to cover imperfections and even skin tone while imparting a healthy glow. Pigment powders are also a hot trend that was used as loose eye shadow or mixed with a blending medium and used on the cheeks, lips, even on nails. Lips- Lady-like brick red; lip stain Lip-gloss was still hot for 2007. Copper shades accented with a bit of shimmer worked for all skin tones. When it comes to gloss, think sheer neutral shades. For a more polished look, line lips with a nude lip pencil before applying gloss. Red lipstick that goes with skin tone applied precisely with a brush defines a look that is classic yet modern at the same time. For more choices skip cherry, fire engine red and tomato shades were very much in giving a feminine gaze but does not feel heavy. Skin: Natural color with a hint of shimmer Natural with a luminous glow is what’s hot in 2007, so self-tanner and bronzer in linen closet was in. In the world of blush, however, the trend has moved away from powder and towards cream, mousse and gel. This texture offers a natural glow that appears to be from within. Cream blush was perfect for dry skin types, while gel was ideal for oily skin. Mousse worked for most everyone thanks to its light, whipped texture. It was still important to have a little shimmer for that make-up artist used foundation with light reflectors. Eyebrows: Full, plentiful with an accentuated arch The 2007 calls for fuller, more plentiful eyebrows than we’ve seen before, with the brow extending just above the outer corner of your eye. Keeping them well groomed is important. One of the best ways to achieve a clean; even look is to have a custom fit stencil made just for eyebrows. Full, clean, and a shaped eyebrow gave a whole new beauty level.

FACEART- TRENDS & TECHNIQUES

1/5/2008 12:44:11 PM

While designers work to present new fashion trends, make-up artists create trends for basic spring and summer make-up tendencies. Spring had come with plenty of colors that left a lot of field for imagination. Joyful and refined image is the keynote of all make-up collections dedicated for the summer season.

WANT TO RISE & SHINE THIS SUMMER?

1/5/2008 12:31:51 PM

Just as the collection for apparels changes with the seasons, so do the styles for hair. If you wanna know what’s in and what’s out when it comes to sporting that trendy look, Stylekandy has it all. We spoke to the people who make, break and wear the trends so that you can be the Eyekandy of all. So here it is, straight from the horse’s mouth; What’s out? Noted hair expert Savio of Magic Salon says, “Long is definitely out. This summer, the neat and tidy boy next-door look is in. For girls the length is short, above or up to their shoulders at the most. The blonde look is now passé. But colour is something that has be left to each one, on his own. The complexion of the person is of prime importance and also the kind of lifestyle he/she leads.”