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Fancy diaper bags anyone? Blake Lively has the perfect one for you!

Looking for a gift for a friend who’s expecting? Stress no more, as our very own Gossip Girl – Blake Lively has the perfect one for you!

Designed by the star herself, this custom-made leather bag comes in plaid and is named after her eight month old daughter, James. The bag is available in two colours for a whopping amount of 860$ and is sold exclusively on Preserve.us, a lifestyle website that reviews various topics from fashion to travel to food across the world by Blake Lively herself.

What’s more, the website also features an exclusive section that showcases clothes and accessories called Blake’s closet.

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September 3, 2015
Britney’s back b*tch, and she says “All men can suck my toe!”

Someone once said ‘Leave Britney alone’! And after all those years the pop diva of the yester years Britney Spears, made a bold announcement in one of her shows in Vegas recently.

Making headlines everywhere, Britney (with full confidence) announced, “All men can suck my toe!”

She quoted – “Being single for a year has been very, very, very profound. And I feel like all men can suck my toe!” as she expressed her love for women she also added, “But GIRLS, I love you!”

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ENXBJpVsjjU

Kudos Britney! We still love you. – With love, A man who’s your fan!

September 2, 2015
6 common language problems every UPite faces when he moves to Delhi!

If you are from Delhi, it’s safe to assume that you have at least one friend who hails from the neighbouring state of Uttar Pradesh! They’re nice people just like every other Indian staying in the capital. BUT! There are a few things that set a UPite apart; and the funny thing is – his friend from Delhi never fails to mock/have a good laugh over those things!

If you are wondering what we’re talking about, here’s a list of language issues every UPite faces when he moves to Delhi!

1. The ‘Hum’ culture!

Every time a UP wala uses the word ‘hum’ (referring to himself), we bet the first thought that comes to his Delhiite friend’s mind is – ‘kitne aadmi the?’

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2. The ‘Bagal mei hai’ banter!

Generally when a UPite uses the term ‘bagal’, he means ‘next to’. Clearly people from Delhi have a different meaning for this word!

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3. The ‘Kantaap’ syndrome!

Yes, it means a ‘Slap’. The word ‘Chaanta’ is too mainstream for people hailing from UP. For every UPite, ‘Kantaap’ is more of a (vengeful) emotion than a mere action!

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4. The ‘Batti chali gayi’ problem!

Whenever there’s a power cut, it’s generally referred to as ‘batti chali gayi’ and let’s admit it – its plain funny for those who hear it!

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5. The ‘Tum and tu’ difference.

UPites don’t really like using the words like ‘Tu’ ‘kha le’ bla bla bla. It’s plain disrespectful for them. Let’s give it to them, words like ‘aap’ ‘khalijiye’ etc. have a deeper impact and promise respect for the person in question!

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6. And then there are common UP terms that Delhiites aren’t generally aware of!

This might come as a shocker to you, but there are certain words that a UPite uses commonly and chances are – you have no idea about them! For example – ‘Rangbaaz’ , ‘Choukas’ , ‘burbak’ , ‘bhasad’ and the list goes on!!!

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Incase we’ve missed out on something that makes your friend from UP so special, do let us know in the comments below!

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September 2, 2015
Is Kylie Jenner Tyga’s muse in his new music video?

Kylie Jenner and Tyga have always been in the limelight for their complicated relationship especially prior to Jenner’s 18^th birthday. But ever since she turned into an adult legally, the pair has been flaunting their love affair for all to see, complete with extravagant gifts and luxurious vacations. While they’ve been careful about not doing any PDA for the paparazzi, they broke their silence with the 25 year old rapper’s new video “Stimulate”.

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Turns out that Kylie Jenner is Tyga’s muse in his new music video, with provocative lyrics that somewhat reflect their rumoured relationship “They say she young/She should have waited/She a big girl, dawg, when she stimulated”.

Following her sister’s footsteps, who even starred in husband Kanye West’s music video in 2013, Kylie Jenner is setting the rumours straight by sharing steamy moments on-screen; laughing, kissing and piggyback riding.

On the same day as the release of the video, Kylie and Tyga were seen holding hands at the post-VMAs private party.

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Check out the video.

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September 1, 2015
Taylor, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Justin Bieber and Miley Cyrus release their new tracks at VMAs 2015

Held on August 30^th, the 32^nd edition of MTV VMAs (Video Music Awards) was a star studded affair that we will definitely remember until next year. The night was full of surprises with many stars burying their ‘Bad Blood’ against each other, some (particularly one) getting high and announcing to run for the U.S President to Bieber crying after his performance.

To top these incidents many of our favourite stars released their latest music videos at the VMAs 2015. Check out these newest tunes that will be your hottest obsession.

1) Taylor Swift – Wildest Dreams

Dear Tay Tay, you surely know what your fans want – a song for every emotion! Be it Love Story, Shake it Off, Style and now this!! This song will bring your heart and soul out on your limbs and remind you of that secret someone with whom you wished it lasted forever. This four minute video released at the VMAs 2015 is shot extravagantly on a picture-perfect set in Africa surrounded by wild animals. Not just that, Taylor swift also revealed that all the proceeds earned from the video will be donated to wild animal conservation efforts through the African Parks Foundation of America.

2) Justin Bieber – What do you mean

After teasing the world for 30 days, Justin Bieber has finally released his highly anticipated music video with his comeback performance after the 2013’s Billboard awards, at the VMAs 2015. This upbeat, sultry music video featuring the gorgeous model Xenia Deli is full basically filled with a partially naked Bieber. We must say he’s looking sexier than ever, watch the video to see what we’re talking about.

3) Macklemore & Ryan Lewis – Downtown

Macklemore & Ryan Lewis hit the streets of downtown LA with their performance at the VMAs 2015 and broke their nearly 3 years of silence with this track. Get your dancing shoes on for this song is almost as groovy as ‘Thrift Shop’, this video has a vintage feel and takes one back to the golden old school days.

4) Miley Cyrus – Miley Cyrus & the Dead Petz

Wearing little more than just silver suspenders, Miley Cyrus has already flooded the internet with her bad host jokes and yet managed to end the VMAs 2015 with a bang by announcing her new album. Her album ‘Miley Cyrus & her Dead Petz’ is available to stream for free at her website. Now that’s a bonus everyone loves.

Check out her album here.

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August 31, 2015
90’s supermodels reunite and you can’t miss it!

Legendary fashion photographer Peter Lindbergh bought five of the most influential 90’s supermodels back together in front of the camera for a shoot titled “The Reunion”. Dressed in chunky knits these supermodels took us right back to the 90’s glory days in a black and white setting an example for today’s Insta-driven girls.

The shoot was done for an online video channel ‘Nowness’ and is inspired from Vogue UK’s iconic cover shot in January 1990 by Lindbergh himself.

49 year old Cindy Crawford instagramed this amazing picture on a sunny beach with other 90’s supermodels like Eva Lerzigova, Helena Christensen, Nadja Auermann etc. dressed in white robes appropriately titling it as “The Reunion”.

Watch the full video here:

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August 28, 2015
Designers Reynu Tandon and Nikhita Tandon launch their new store in Delhi

Designers Reynu Tandon and Nikhita Tandon launch their new store in Delhi. The store is situated in Delhi’s Defence Colony area. The launch was celebrated with an evening of Sangrias and Sushi with Reynu’s friends and close relatives. Also spotted at the event were many fashionistas and socialites across Delhi, making it a grand success.

The store echoes a fusion of style and luxury and spans across three different sections. While one section has been dedicated to Reynu Tandon’s couture collection as seen at the India Couture Week’15, the other section flaunts her resort wear collection.

The third section of the store houses Nikhita Tandon’s princess line collection that targets the younger jet set.

The collections at the store are made of flamboyant silhouettes with colours and embellishments targeting the modern women who love to experiments with both western and ethnic wear.

August 28, 2015
Taylor Swift just did a version of Smelly Cat with our very own Pheobe Buffay! And it’s epic!

The world’s talking about Taylor Swift these days and for all the good reasons! And last Wednesday she did something that has never been done before; that’s right, the singing sensation invited actress Lisa Kudrow on stage to do a rendition of the famous song Smelly cat featured multiple times on the TV show Friends.

With Lisa (Pheobe Buffay from Friends) lending her voice to the duet, it was really something to witness! Take a look their version of Smelly cat!

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August 27, 2015
Love speaks one language! And this video nails it perfectly!

Kissing might be one of the best ways to express love between two people (and they say it’s one of the easiest ways to burn calories). Well, that’s reason enough.

And when this beautiful moment is captured amongst people from different countries you realise, we’re all the same. Take a look at this video by Cut Video that explains how beautiful yet so similar people are around the world while they express love!

August 27, 2015
Shocking!!! 10 Disney stars: Then & Now

Disney is known for finding talent across the world on small screens and these kids have certainly made their mark by wooing everyone with their charm not just as kids but even after growing up!

Some of them are barely recognizable now compared to how they started their journey with Disney (well, for obvious reasons). We bet puberty surely wasn’t as tough for these kids. Just look at them!!!

If you don’t know what we’re talking about, here’s a list of Disney stars that have gone through wild transformations and now share space in the list of the hottest celebrities in Hollywood.

1) Hilary Duff – After coming into fame from her show ‘Lizzie McGuire’, Hillary Duff never slowed down. The 27 year old hot mommy, now has a successful singing career along with a net worth of 25 million dollars.

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2) Selena Gomez – One of the most popular stars from Disney, after conquering hearts all over the television screen with her hit series ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’, Gomez took over the music industry piling up a huge list of hit songs and guess what? She’s just 23, need we say more..?

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3) Zac Efron – After taking the world by a storm in 2006 with his debut movie ‘High School Musical’, Zac has transformed into one of the most desirable man from Hollywood. Can’t stop drooling! Doesn’t your heart skip a beat each time you look at him?

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4) Demi Lovato – After winning many music pageants in Texas, this beauty made her way to Hollywood with Disney’s television film ‘Camp Rock’ in 2008, after acting in several episodes of ‘Barney and Friends’.

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5) Vanessa Hudgens – This American actress/singer also started her career with Zac Efron with ‘High School Musical’ and after all these years she has made her mark into Hollywood with several other hits like Sucker Punch and Spring Breakers. With a super-fit body and career this 26 year old hottie certainly hasn’t aged a day.

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6) Alyson Michalka – 26 year old Alyson Michalka gained her fame from the series ‘Phil of the Future’ and has starred in blockbuster movies like ‘Easy A’ and ‘BandSlam’.

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7) Sterling Knight – Sterling Knight has won several teen choice awards and is every teenager’s heart throb. With around 1.77 million twitter followers, this cutie made his debut with Disney’s series ‘Sonny with a Chance’ and later bagged movies like ‘17 Again’ and ‘Career Day’ and cruised his way into Hollywood.

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8) David Henrie – Selena Gomez isn’t the only one from ‘Wizards of Waverly Place’ who charmed everyone. With a net worth of 8 million, he’s defiantly amongst the top most Disney stars.

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9) The Jonas Brothers – One of the top American pop-rock band and simply irresistible Jonas Brothers commonly known as ‘JB’ were formed in 2005. They started off by acting as guest performers in Disney’s show ‘Hannah Montana’ and later signing a reality TV series ’Jonas Brothers: Living the dream’ and Disney’s movie ‘Camp Rock’.

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10) Cody Linley – 25 year old Cody is best known for his recurring role in ‘Hannah Montana’ and ‘Dancing with the Stars’ .

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August 26, 2015
Kudos to Sunny Leonne! You’ve totally nailed it this time #ShopKeeper

The much talked about man behind the ‘ShopKeeper’ and ‘Chutki’ jokes has nailed it this time with his most recent video featuring the gorgeous Sunny Leone! That’s right, Gaurav Gera’s new video is dedicated to all the Sunny Leone fans and it’s a little……scandalising (yet funny).

Watch this video to know what we’re talking about.

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August 21, 2015
10 iconic handbags that bring out the woman in you

A good statement bag can transform an ensemble from zero to ten. Classic designer handbags are always a worthy investment; they never go out of style and never lose their value or charm. Some of these iconic handbags have been around for decades and are still loved universally. These timeless pieces have been always remembered, adored and considered amongst the most sought after fashion items. Here is a list of 10 iconic handbags that will always be on every woman’s favourites list be it a celebrity or one of us.

1) Chanel 2.55, Quilted Flap Bag

A true classic, Chanel’s quilted flap bags are almost every fashionista’s favourite. First introduced in February 1955 by Coco Chanel herself and slightly redesigned in 1983 by Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel’s 2.55 is the epitome of chicness and the queen of designer iconic handbags.

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2) Hermes Birkin Bag

As seen on almost every celebrity, this iconic handbag was named after 80’s super-model Jane Birkin and is an ideal handbag for every sophisticated woman. Sadly this bag is almost impossible to buy as Hermes produces only b Birkin Bags in a week followed by a huge waiting list.

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3) Fendi Baguette

Designed in 1977, this classic iconic handbag is crafted in everything from florals to exquisite leather to sheared mink. It got its fame from Sarah Jessica Parker when ‘Sex and The City’ ruled the world of sitcoms. Small in size but massive on the trend scale this ‘It’ bag is guaranteed to up your style quotient.

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4) Prada Saffiano Bag

The Saffiano bag is an absolute must-have and is one of the most prized masterpieces from Prada. This minimal elegant creation is available in different sizes and is perfect for every modern working woman.

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5) Christian Dior’s Lady Dior Bag

Yet another timeless classic, Christian Dior’s Lady Dior Bag is inspired from none other than Lady Diana. This charming arm candy can dress up any outfit and is perfect for the inner princess in you.

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6) Louis Vuitton’s Speedy

First available in 1930’s this classic LV bag was the holy grail of bags for over 50 years now. The size of the bags varies from Speedy 25 to Speedy 40 and is great for travel and for everyday use.

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7) Gucci Jackie Bag

Gucci Jackie Bag is another stunner that never goes out of style. Created in the late 1950’s, this bag took inspiration from Jackie Kennedy Onassis and has remained a testament to the enduring allure of sophistication.

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8) Celine Sling Bag

Elegant style for the day or night, this bag is perfect for every girl on the go. The excellent craftsmanship and design make it everyone’s favourite. From Taylor Swift to Blake Lively everyone’s been spotted flaunting this sleek beauty.

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9) YSL’s Muse

First introduced in 2005, the Yves Saint Laurent Muse bag was an instant hit with celebrities and fashion lovers all around the world. This structured bag has become one of the most iconic bags in YSL history and a must have for every woman.

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10) Celine’s Phantom Luggage Tote

This fabulous functional bag is a splash of femininity and style, perfect for every city girl. The Celine Phantom Luggage tote is one of the most sought after bags with a casual yet unique luxurious style statement.

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August 18, 2015
8 reasons why adopting a pet is the best thing you’d ever do in life!

There are all kinds of pet lovers in this world. Some look for a nice companion that promises unconditional and undying love for their humans, while others just want to add a nice breed to that. Just like every human being in this world is unique, so are the animals.

We’ve often heard people say – ‘Labels are meant for clothes and not humans’. Well, why can’t we follow the same thing for animals?

How different is a Siberian husky from a beautiful stray dog? Guys, we urge you – if you need a pet in your life, look at adopting one. We have all the reasons in this world for you to do that.

Take a look at these 8 reasons why adopting a pet is the best thing you’d ever do in life!

#1 You save a life!

If you love animals, we bet your heart is full of empathy and care. Why not adopt a pet from an animal shelter (or a needy animal walking on the road) and save its life? Not just the Gods, we’re sure even the helpless animal will bless you all its life!

#2 You get a new friend for life!

Say hello to the newest member of your family. This loyal member surely has more love to offer than all the people in the entire house combined together (no disrespect to the family intended).

#3 You save a lot of money

Why buy a pet when you can get them for free? Buying a pet might be one of the stupidest things people can do. Ever thought about buying human babies? Just freakin’ ADOPT!

#4 You take away a great amount from the breeders’ pockets

That my friends, would be the second best thing you’d do while adopting a pet. For those who don’t know, most of the breeders are evil people. They breed dogs under excruciating conditions just to make a living selling their pups. Not cool!

#5 You can adopt ANY pet

That’s right, not just dogs, you have a wide array of species that need to be adopted! Go out, make your pick and just love. That is all they ask for!

#6 You feel an elevated sense of responsibility

Everybody knows that pets demand a great amount of responsibility. But think about the amount of responsibility you’d gather around you after you save a life and make it a part of you? It probably would be the best feeling ever!

#7 You my friend, would be a great influence

You influence other people around you with this good deed of adopting a baby. Believe us, now that you’ve given a needy animal a new home, you’ve set the best example of the statement ‘Humanity is still alive’.

#8 Your level of compassion rises drastically

Pet owners are compassionate, goes without saying. But adopting a pet proves that your level of compassion is way above the others. This world needs more people like that.

Now that we’ve given you enough reasons to go the adoption way, here’s something you need to know about yourself – Once you adopt a pet, proves that you believe in second chances & you WILL realise it’s you who needed to be rescued!

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August 18, 2015
How to apply mascara like a pro!

Mascara is an indispensable part of eye makeup. Along with flawless skin and model-esque figure, long lashes remain a symbol of beauty and femininity that women long for. It adds dimension and draws attention to your eyes. Mascara also adds depth to your eyes and opens them up even if you are not wearing any eye shadow. For the same reasons, it is very important to know the right way to apply mascara as you may end up looking like a clown with clumped lashes or get raccoon eyes with flaked mascara. Let’s face it no one wants that. Used by makeup artists worldwide, here are 10 tips to apply mascara like a pro!

1) Don’t plump the mascara wand in and out of the bottle. This pushes air into the tube that makes the mascara dry out faster causing it to clump and flake.

2) Ensure that you scrape or wipe off any excess product from the wand. This will help you avoid using too much mascara that makes your lashes clumpy.

3) Always apply your mascara in a back-and-forth motion gently wiggling and sweeping it from the root of your lashes to the end.

4) Layer your normal mascara with a waterproof mascara to make it last longer and to add more intensity to your lashes.

5) For those who have lighter lashes, coat both sides of your upper lashes by alternating between looking up and looking down, that way your lashes are fully covered and they look thicker.

6) While applying mascara on your lower lashes always look up and hold the wand vertically for a natural finish.

7) Soak your mascara in a cup of warm water to make the mascara thinner. This removes all the clumps from the product and makes it easier to apply.

8) To avoid getting mascara underneath your eyes use a spoon while applying mascara. Hold the spoon with the curved side, facing out, near the lower lash line and gently swipe the wand across the lashes for a clump-free lash.

9) If your lashes tend to fall straight, curl your lashes with an eyelash curler while applying mascara at the same time to keep them curled longer.

10) To avoid smudging mascara on your upper eyelid, use a business card and gently lift your eyelid and apply mascara.

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August 17, 2015
Beauty 101: High-definition makeup

High-definition makeup is getting popular by the day thanks to the selfie bug that has bitten everyone. The really great thing about high-definition makeup is that it is designed not only for the unforgiving eyes of the camera but also to make your skin look youthful and flawless. High-definition makeup contains mattifying agents that don’t make your skin look oily or cakey. Here’s everything you need to know about high-definition makeup.

High-definition makeup camouflages imperfections, covers blemishes and blends seamlessly into the skin. It contains light deflecting pigments that give a smooth and natural finish. It was originally designed to hide any facial flaws for those who work in television or movies, in front of high-definition cameras.

The trick behind getting extra coverage from high-definition makeup is to layer and blend the products well into the skin. High-definition makeup does not cake on the skin if used correctly nor does it create fine lines or clog pores, resulting in an even finish.

High-definition foundation:

HD Foundation is an oil-free, medium-to-full coverage liquid or cream foundation which covers skin imperfections while remaining invisible on-screen and to naked eyes, giving an extremely natural finish. These products are available in a wide variety of shades to suit all skin tones.

Best high-definition foundations available in India are:

1) Makeup Forever HD Foundation: Available at all Sephora stores for 2200 INR.

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2) Stilla All Day Foundation: Available at all Sephora stores for 3200 INR.

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3) Revlon Photo Ready HD Foundation: Available here for 945 INR.

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High-Definition Concealer:

High-definition concealers create a soft-focus effect and brighten the concealed area while reducing the appearance of fine lines for a natural, radiant look.

Best high-definition concealers available in India are:

1) Makeup Forever HD Invisible Cover Concealer: Available at all Sephora stores for 1950 INR.

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2) Revlon Photo Ready Concealer: Available here for 1157 INR.

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High-Definition Powder:

High-definition powders are usually processed into a very fine powder to provide a sheer consistency. They have a micro-texture so that the powder does not settle into the skin’s pores. They are great to use as setting powder or on their own and have a velvety matte finish.

Best High-Definition Powders available in India are:

1) Makeup Forever High Definition Powder: Available at all Sephora stores for 2300 INR.

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2) NYX High Definition Photogenic Grinding Powder: Available at all Sephora stores for 2250 INR

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August 13, 2015