The Eye Of The Storm

Gilette's new aftershave, Storm Force, has an enriched formula that soothes just-shaved skin. The colours of its packaging signify the stormy seductiveness of the fragrance and the mystery of the wearer. Priced at Rs 285, Storm Force is available at leading retail outlets across the country.

For The Chic Man

Caroline Herrera's new creation, Chic For Men, is inspired by literature and the timelessness of refined art. This fresh, spicy and sensual fragrance celebrates the fusion of amber woods with seductive suede. The eau de toilette is complemented by a bath and body range that sports an aftershave lotion and moisturiser, hair and body gel as well as spray and roll-on deodorant. Chic for Men is presented in two EDT sizes - 100 ml (Rs 2,700) and 60 ml (Rs 1,950).

Striving For New Lengths

What's the elegant grace of eyeliner without the wide-eyed look that only mascara can give you? Chambor introduces Mascara Crème, an ultra-creamy mascara that promises to give you moisture and volume, without the clumps. It contains natural waxes that condition and restore the lashes, and Pro-Vitamin B5 that prevents lashes from dehydration and fragility, and also comes with a brush that combs out your lashes during application. No fear of tears, this mascara promises water-resistance for those oh-so-gloomy days. It is ophthalmologist tested, which makes it safe for contact lens wearers. Priced at Rs 280, Mascara Crème is available at retail counters in Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Pune, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Jaipur.

Aphrodite's Lips

In celebration of the centenary of Dali's birth, Les Parfums Salvador Dali has launched a new fragrance, RubyLips. A feminist, anti-conformist, yet classic EDT for the provocative woman - no fashion victim, she's decidedly mischievous, adventurous and fanciful! A visionary fragrance with multiple facets, its originality lies in its indifference to passing fads. RubyLips is the result of perfectly controlled eccentricity and luxury, a balance it inspires in its wearer.Priced at Rs 1,450 for 30 ml, Rs 1,750 for 50 ml and Rs 2,450 for 100 ml, RubyLips is available in Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore and Jaipur.

With A Single Swipe

New Chic is PUPA's new line of lipsticks that promises long-lasting colour in one single application. Carry them everywhere! Presented in a sleek metallic case, each lipstick has a mirror attached to its cap, so you can touch up on the go. These 24 colours are available in three colour types - Iridescent Sparkling Colours, Pearly Metallic Colours and Full and Intense Colours. They are formulated with pure vegetable wax, instead of lanolin or castor oil, which gives them brilliant colour while forming a comfortable and light moisturising film on the lips. They also contain orange peel wax, which protects the lips from the damaging rays of the sun, and palm wax with poly-aminoacids, which stimulate the synthesis of collagen and ialuronic acid to make lips appear full and smooth. Available in Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad and Kolkata, New Chic Lipsticks are priced at Rs 625 per unit.

Men Will Melt

Elizabeth Arden's new fragrance, Provocative Woman, celebrates a woman's ability to reduce men from practical, rational individuals to mere puddles. The fragrance comes in a vial that features a dramatic sweeping arch inspired by the sensual curve of a woman's back. The fragrance incites the senses with chilled quince, combined with the scents of water lotus and ginger lily. A fruit regarded as a symbol of love and happiness by the Greeks and Romans, quince is known for its ability to refresh and revive. Water lotus calms the mind and improves concentration while expelling toxins. The medley of midnight orchid with exotic papaya blossom and the sweetness of pink freesia exhilarates the emotions. This captivating fragrance is accented with the subtlety of white sand, red amber and hinoki wood to create a fusion of desire and sensuality. Available at Elizabeth Arden counters nationwide, the EDT is priced at Rs 1,450 for 30 ml, Rs 1,975 for 50 ml and Rs 2,450 for 100 ml. The fragrance is also available as a body lotion, shower gel and deodorant spray.

Missed Out On A Night's Sleep?

Perfect for when you don't get your beauty sleep or when your skin just needs a boost, Oriflame's Emergency Face Lift promises to help you wake up looking radiant and refreshed. The intensive night treatment works by helping speed up the skin's recovery of UV and environmental damage.

Men Will Melt

Elizabeth Arden's new fragrance, Provocative Woman, celebrates a woman's ability to reduce men from practical, rational individuals to mere puddles. The fragrance comes in a vial that features a dramatic sweeping arch inspired by the sensual curve of a woman's back. The fragrance incites the senses with chilled quince, combined with the scents of water lotus and ginger lily. A fruit regarded as a symbol of love and happiness by the Greeks and Romans, quince is known for its ability to refresh and revive. Water lotus calms the mind and improves concentration while expelling toxins. The medley of midnight orchid with exotic papaya blossom and the sweetness of pink freesia exhilarates the emotions. This captivating fragrance is accented with the subtlety of white sand, red amber and hinoki wood to create a fusion of desire and sensuality. Available at Elizabeth Arden counters nationwide, the EDT is priced at Rs 1,450 for 30 ml, Rs 1,975 for 50 ml and Rs 2,450 for 100 ml. The fragrance is also available as a body lotion, shower gel and deodorant spray.

Missed Out On A Night's Sleep?

Perfect for when you don't get your beauty sleep or when your skin just needs a boost, Oriflame's Emergency Face Lift promises to help you wake up looking radiant and refreshed. The intensive night treatment works by helping speed up the skin's recovery of UV and environmental damage.

Illusions Of BeautyLa Prairie introduces Rose Illusion, a cellular treatment line filler that camouflages flaws and evens the skin tone, creating the illusion of flawless skin. This pre-make-up treatment plumps the surface of the skin, filling in lines and minimising wrinkles. La Prairie contains ursolic acid, glycerine, hyaluronic acid and Vitamin E. Priced at Rs 4,750, Rose Illusion is available in Delhi at Kunchals and Shopper's Stop.

Love, Sweet Love

Nina Ricci's new fragrance, Love in Paris captures the sweet emotion of love at first sight .The first note sparkles with zesty Italian bergamot, tempered by the sweetness of star anise. Beneath this joyous note, roses and peonies bloom over carnal apricot and are illuminated by a flash of radiant jasmine.The wake of the perfume is intensely musky with subtly woody tones and a hint of vanilla suggesting eternal femininity. This dream of love is available in three sizes - 30 ml (Rs 1,750), 50 ml (Rs 2,400) and 80 ml (Rs 3,000).

Winter Woes

With winter come various skin-related problems. The Himalaya Drug Company has put together a small range of products specially designed for winter use. Himalaya Face Moisturising Lotion is enriched with aloe vera to moisturise and nourish the skin, and wheatgerm oil to protect it from pollution and sun damage. Himalaya Soothing Body Lotion is a non-greasy body lotion that contains almond and orange oils to ensure a correct moisture balance, apricot kernel to revive the skin, and grape to control blemishes and breakouts. Available at Himalaya counters, the products range in price from Rs 18 to Rs 108.

Handful Of Herbs

JR Herbal Care India Ltd has launched a range of herbal skincare products under the brand name JOVEES. The range includes cleansers, toners, astringents, exfoliators, scrubs, skin nourishers, face masks, sun protection creams, anti-ageing formulae, acne treatments and face washes. And animal lovers rest assured, the company is against testing products on animals! Find the JOVEES range in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad and Bangalore.

Pen Liner

For those of us who have never been able to get that firm, sleek line with eyeliner, Revlon has introduced the Eyeliner Pen. Shaped like a writing tool, this pen has a firm grip and a firm tip, making eye make-up a less messy procedure. The pen is water-resistant and can also be used as kajal since it dries in 30 seconds and stays on all day. This bold, well-defined look comes in a 0.8 ml pack and costs Rs 250.