Surprise And Seduce

Impeccably stylish and lavishly contemporary, Balmya (For Women) from the House of Balmain (Paris) is a unison of fantasy and fine perfumery. A dazzling, bright spark of turbulent angelica seed uplifted by frosted bergamot, crunchy violet, insolent passion fruit and shimmering pink berries are the top notes of the fragrance. Further, blossoming into suave, sun-drenched, faintly jasmine-scented, coffee flower and vanilla orchid that give ladylove an iridescent charm. BalMan (For Men) is full of aromatic sun-gorged notes that begin with sweet cherry plums and balsamic notes of tonka beans provide oriental sensuality. A posy of sage, thyme, lavender, mandarin and eucalyptus is shadowed by cardamom and liquorice intensifying the voluptuous sophisticated scent while expressing irresistible spontaneity.

After-shave balm, hair & body shampoo and alcohol-free deodorant stick are also available in the BalMan range. The Eau De Toilettes come in two sizes, at Rs 1,950 for women, Rs 1,850 for men for the 50 ml; and Rs 2,975 for women and Rs 2,750 for men for the 100 ml bottle fragrance.

Available at La Galleria and other retail outlets in Mumbai, New Delhi and Hyderabad.

Ink Lines

Made of natural Swedish ingredients, the Oriflame Ink-Liner is gentle and caring on your precious eyes. Giving them intense definition, the fluid liner has a precision felt-tip applicator that allows you perfect control, letting you contour your eyes the way you want. Perfect for sensitive skin, people and pockets, the product has not been tested on animals and is priced fairly at Rs 229.

Kiss Blissfully

Life just got better with Revlon ColorStay Overtime Lipcolour that allows you to kiss for up to eight hours without kissing your lipstick goodbye! This wonder stick is an easy-to-use glossy lip colour, with a smoothing long-stay liquid colour base on one end and a 99 per cent moisture glossy topcoat on the other. For all-day softness and shine, the glossy topcoat is enriched with eco-friendly chamomile and soy extracts that keep your lips nourished, soft and as tempting as caramel. So whether it is for a candy smile or a sexy pout, try one of the eight lush lip shades ranging from Faithful Fawn and Relentless Raisin to Always Sienna and Ultimate Wine. These lippy wands come at a price of Rs 495 each and promise to compliment you for as long as it takes!

Coat For Dry Lips

Relieve seriously dry and sore lips with Blistex Lip Ointment's Advanced Moisture System that hydrates and softens lip cells to alleviate cracking and chapped lips. The ointment contains external analgesics that provide relief from the pain, itching and discomfort of lip sores and blisters, while a protective coat films the lips. Apply the formula liberally on the lips for a smooth lip texture before applying your final coat

of lip colour.

Keep Brilliance Alive

Enhance colour and repair your hair structure after colouring your hair, with Schwarzkopf Professional's colour protection treatment. A home use product that enhances colour intensity over longer periods of time, the BC Colour Seal Treatment has natural UV filters that protect the hair against UV-rays, maintains the brilliance of the hair colour pigments and repair the hair structure; along with a special silicon oil that makes the hair supple.

Available at leading salons in Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai and Bangalore at Rs 500 for 200 ml.

Eye Perfect

Arcancil's Perfect Lash beautifies, highlights and enlarges the eyes with a natural look that magnifies the lashes, gives the eyes intensity and fuller depth, all at a price of Rs 299. Completed with In Three Shakes, a palette of three toned eye-shadow which give the eyes dramatic new depth. Light, fine and ultra-soft, the powder blends with the skin so that fine lines don't show. Apply it to give the lids intense colour and add a touch of pearly iridescence for a more sophisticated effect.

Available in six shades for Rs 599.

Colour Safe

For all those first time users of hair colour who are afraid to experiment with hair colour, Wella introduces Color Touch Asia, a gentle semi-permanent hair colour. Formulated for darker Asian hair, the colour lasts for 20-25 washes and comes in13 trendy shades. Comprising natural conditioning wax and shine-intensive-complex, this hair potion provides brilliant colour and allows even application. So whether it's for a subtle but gentle change of colour, or to cover those first grey hairs, feel free to experiment with your crowning glory.

Wash Away Wrinkles

Encouraging the synthesis of intercellular substance in the skin, the provider of strength and elasticity, Thago's Smoothing Care and Smoothing Concentrate promise to make your skin look smooth and visibly younger. Redeeming your skin in 30 days of dynamic cell-stimulating treatment, the Smoothing Concentrate skin-boosting serum is highly concentrated in beech bud extracts to revive your skin and leave it feeling invigorated and toned. Made of marine-extracts these products present a new generation of wrinkle control and smoothening skin care treatments.

Beauty Basket

The five-product basket from Formula 6 presents a range of scientifically proven anti-ageing skin care products that will make your skin look young and radiant. The products comprise - an easily absorbed and potent Vitamin C serum, The Liquid Gold, that promotes fairer and younger looking skin and works miracles for removing dark circles. The AHA 10, Face-Lift In A Bottle, has 10 per cent concentration of AHAs, which exfoliates the skin and dramatically improves surface texture, tone and firmness. The Oxygen Moisturiser purifies the skin by releasing in oxygen and smoothening with the help of Vitamin E and Aloe Vera. It also stimulates the production of natural collagen and strengthens the skin's natural defence. The soap-free glow Face-Wash and the gentle Cleansing Milk work for all skin types by cleansing, replenishing and protecting effectively, and are even good for dry, sensitive and mature skin.

Ascending Heights

Believe it or not, the Rani Padmavati Eternal Youth Formula, an anti-aging preparation has its formula dating from the second century! Handmade in a Himalayan ashram, the making of this magic potion even requires the chanting of certain mantras during its preparation to capture the unique properties of the exotic ingredients used. Largely composed of dates and litchi oil, the formula promotes skin regeneration, elasticity and luminosity while pleasing the olfactory senses. Sold at a price of Rs 875 for 50 ml, this priceless formula is made in limited quantities.

Available at Forest Essentials outlet, Khan Market, New Delhi and across Delhi.