My May Vellvette Box

Hello Lovelies!

That time of the month- May Vellvette Box. * yay *

After the previous few months disappointment, i wasn't very excited this month..i even emailed vellvette regarding the brand selection sent to me, since the samples sent were pretty much lying untouched (they are so friendly, assured me right away they would look into it) BUT this month has been special..after all it was my birthday few days ago and all i can say is this box has been the best so far, close to the feb box (that box was completely usable). And this itself is a first for me! i always read people loving their vellvette boxes and me? nursing my resentment towards the random sample products sent to me, finally my turn to say - loved may vellvette box ! * woohoo *

I got my camera, opened the box and was bowled over, completely! Love it when your box doesn't have empty spaces, na? So exciting, this month the theme was 'organic', which i am glad for since my awareness to paraben free products, i have started to incorporate organic products. I think this box is great in terms of variety- skincare, cosmetics and haircare ! wow, complete package. And how can i miss the cute flower potpourri, so cute.
The contents:

• Brocato Curlinterrupted Smoothing & Hydrating Treatment Kit
• Flormar Delux Shine Gloss Lipstick - D33
• Clinique Even Better Neutral Foundation 05
• MMMM Bonus: The Nature's Co. Cool Cucumber Face Wash

Brocato Curlinterrupted Smoothing & Hydrating Treatment Kit

This is a good size sample and i am really keen to try this treatment kit. The product card says it is 100% surfactant free, sulphate free and parabens free hair brand- 100% Organic Hair Treatment range. *slow whistle* wow ! i am pleased not to just find only the shampoo but the conditioner too, don't we hate that?  Though the conditioner package tube looks big, don't be fooled- the content is exactly half of it's size. The only problem, yes there is this problem (which i might just ignore)  - 'curlinterrupted.' No it's not like i don't like the name, just that..i don't have curly hair. I have long, naturally straight hair. So ahem, yea. But worry not friends, i shall not be refrained from using it, who knows it'll make my hair silky straight *dreams*

Flormar Delux Shine Gloss Lipstic- D33

I was so excited to receive a full size lip product, and that shade looked gorgeous..the card said its 'peach'. Notice the past tense? All the excitement died when i tried to swatch it once, twice, fourth, seventh...and yea so on. I am not sure if it my lip gloss lipstick in particular like that or all are so sheer...it is very very sheer, little colour pay off,  not at all smooth on application, it goes on hard waxy on the lips.. it is not a lipstick..more like a tinted lip balm (not as smooth as one though). The plus? well it is moisturising..and not drying..so that's got to be good right? If you think of it as a lipstick, its a total flop since it has so little colour but maybe as a balm/gloss it works. I will reserve my stronger opinions on this gloss lipstick untill i use it a couple of times.

 Imagine my happiness when i saw the colour above, i could totally picture the colour on my lips *wistful* sadly, it is too sheer, but if you keep the 'its-not-lipstick' part on the side, it is a cute shade for a lip balm i guess..i will definitely not buy this but oh well, i will definitely be using this.. (click on the picture to enlarge). I am interested in seeing other people's opinion on this lipstick, hopefully its not as hard and sheer as mine(?!). the picture below of lips (left) is with flash, (right) without flash on the wrist. it took a good 6-7 to get that colour on the wrist..!

Clinique Even Better Neutral Foundation 05

I got 4 sample pouches/sachets, by now we should try making peace with sachets, they won't ever stop so might as well, hey? The shade is neutral, let's see how it works for my mac NC 30 skin tone. i really like how it is allergy tested, 100% fragrance free..i have sensitve skin and oil free foundations are something i would normaly look for, very pleased to receive this and looking forward to try it :D

MMMM Bonus: The Nature's Co. Cool Cucumber Face Wash

I guess i got 2 of these cool cucumber face wash because my last months bonus was missing, so i get 2 of these, nice.  I am happy that vellvette remembered and sent the extra sample, it reflects very well on Vellvette without me having to remind them. I received the Nature's co. red and green tea sunscreen lotion in my april box (check it out here) and it has been lying unused (hated the smell), my previous efforts of giving away the unwanted/unused sample items to my mom & sister were in vain, they didn't want to try any :( Must try everything myself then.

 Also the description says this face wash is suitable for oily skin and helps with blackheads etc..again i don't have oily skin, it is dry combination and vellvette is aware since they sent me a sample for dry skin in my previous box..but i don't mind it too much at this point since the face wash in organic,free of chemicals, hence very mild.

Final Thoughts?

I am happy and satisfied for the first time, who would have thought huh? Even though there are minor things, ok curly and straight hair is not so minor and that lipstick gloss issue..but all in all nothing that i can't work/live with..! i like how they gave the treatment kit rather then one part of it, liked the shade of the lipgloss/lipstick (no browns for me thanks) liked the foundation sample.. and yes you get the point- i am satisfied..finally hehe.

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Asos Online Shopping Haul

Hello Lovelies!

Here is my asos haul but before i begin i'd like to mention a few things:

• I ordered almost most of the items in separate orders each unless mentioned otherwise. It is always safer to get a small order- each items separately then one big order with several items with a higher value, which will attract higher customs!
• The custom duty is 'apparently' levied on one single transaction/order of Rs. 10,000 and above. I say apparently because i have been charged for much much less so you never know..
• All my orders are international standard free shipping unless mentioned otherwise. 
• The orders arrived between 2-4 weeks (yes Indian customs tend to hold items causing delays!)
• Yes i did pay customs on most, even though custom duty is levied on Rs.10,000 and above...i don't know why but they charge me for as little as 15 pounds! Is it because i order frequently? i don't know why but they do and i have accepted that now. If you want to ask any questions regarding my experience with Indian Customs while ordering from Asos then please do comment below.
• Asos refunds money if the item has not been delivered to you. We can even return an item for a refund, if we are dissatisfied with the fit/quality/colour or any other reason but the return postal charges, which i might add are high, have to be bared by us.

Let's get started...

                                Asos Heart Print Laptop Cover

I ordered this laptop case with 2 more items- Dr. Bronners Naked Organic Lip Balm and River Island Olivia Sunglasses (Picture not taken).

Very good quality, i love the gold detail zip...my mac is very happy residing in this cover!

French Connection Floral Cut-out Swimsuit

I ordered this swimsuit with a Carmex MoisturePlus Hydrating lip balm (Picture not taken). 

Summer is here, need to beat this scorching heat with a lazy day by the pool...*bliss*.

 I really like the side cut out and fit, it is very flattering. While browsing the website, most of the swimsuits were not padded, tragic i know and i for one cannot fathom wearing one without it. One of the major reasons i got this, apart from it's sheer loveliness, is the frills on the top, it covers the need for it, how smart of me ;D

The straps are detachable and full cut briefs, just purrfect!

Gorgeous colourful print! As a thumb rule, one should always get swimsuit one size bigger..and i am glad i did, fits perfectly :D

Asos Jewellery arrived in these nice sturdy black boxes, very classy. i have so many of these to store my jewellery in... yay!

Asos Pack of Five Neon Chain Bracelet

I ordered this with a pair of 'headphone happy stud earing set' (picture not taken) 

Lovely colours,yea? My favourite is the gold one, i think it will look super cute paired with a watch..

Asos Earings

I ordered these two earrings together, one black feather and the other pink feather along with the diamond stud one (below). Unfortunately the picture of the pink feather earing disappeared :(

These are so gorgeous! i am in love with them, they are huge..great statement feather earings.

I love these too, very elegant. They are quite big in size for stud earings (check out the ring in comparison) but thats the beauty of it! Very bling.Very shiny.

Asos Anchor Chain Hairband

Lovely gold chain hair band, the tiny anchors are just too cute. i ordered this along with a tiny pearl/skull pendant chain (Picture not taken).  

Paul's Boutique Leopard Bag

 A couple of friends were coming down from the U.S, so i got this delivered there along with a pair of pencil heel suede black  pumps (picture not taken) and got them once they were here . I really did not want to take the chance with indian customs, with my luck i am sure i'd have to shell out quite a bit! This was express delivery and arrived there in like 3 days. 

The bag is quite huge..it could engulf a petite girl, like seriously! 

Every Paul's Boutique Bag comes with a different charm, they look cute but tend to border on childish. I got rid of few of the things hanging on mine like the ribbons and pieces of colourful cloth.

It is really of good quality, very sturdy and it's a- carry your world around in kinda bag lol. I like how the animal print is there in bits and pieces, very cute :D. This bag is perfect for the times i need to travel overnight with clothes or just when i have to carry my laptop. It's so spacious but the only con is that it has no compartments, only side zips and pockets, sucks when you carry tons of stuff and you can't find things you need without a good digging.

The cloth inside is a very pretty monogramed patterned bright pink.

The bottom of the bag has these gold studs.

Jemma Kidd Mannequin Skin Perfector Kit Set

This was a set that included the mannequin skin perfector kit (above) and the mannequin skin complexion enchancer (below). It features 4 complexion correcting colours in one little compact. I haven't use this kit  much except the highlighter.

JK Mannequin Skin Complexion Enhancer  

I really like this product and use it as a highlighter for my cheeks.

The variety on Asos is awesome and they generally have amazing sales going on too! The only downer is INDIAN CUSTOMS  and well obviously the delivery isn't that great too with all the delays and all (argh) but now i have made peace with 'patience' while ordering from this website. There have also been times (make that plenty of times) when the orders have been misplaced/lost but nothing to fear since they refund the money. 

I really enjoy ordering from Asos and even get my friends birthday presents from there, though i need to order a good amount of time in advance for it to arrive in time for the birthdays (am i lazy or what). 

So that's all for now...i have ordered for the Laqa Paradise City Lip Crayon set and Dr. Bronners Peppermint Lip Balm, can't wait for it to arrive! I am contemplating to get the Pixi Brilliance Lip Tint Balm in craving coral since my pretty pink is getting really tiny but i guess i will wait for the Laqa Lip crayons to arrive before i take the plunge for Pixi again. I really love lip crayons/chubby sticks, don't you?

Do comment likes/questions/answers/just like that/say hello.

Ok tata bye bye i am going to work on another post before i hit the sack..zzzz

Have a great day!

Ps: Oh I found my next post topic, it has to be Asos clothing haul/collection...!! 

*UPDATE*

Just dropped in to post a picture of the custom duty bill/receipt of some lip balms (Dr.Bronner Organic Lip Balm) i ordered from Asos worth 15pounds. 

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