For your skin only

With winter around the corner, it’s time to pamper your skin big time. Hindustan Unilever has just launched its premium skincare range to beat the winter blues.

Try out Aviance Prestige Absolute White with Vita-Sphere Technology that lightens the complexion with the release of vitamin C. It contains mulberry extracts, whitening vitamins and natural acids that work in harmony with the skin’s natural process to fight against signs of premature ageing. There’s more from the brand: the Aviance Prestige Absolute White Intensive Night Cream that’s priced at Rs 2,200 for 40gm, the Refining Day Emulsion that costs Rs 1,900 for 45ml, the toner that can be yours for Rs 1,550 for 100ml and the hydrating foam that costs Rs 850 for 115ml. All the products are sold through Hindustan Unilever Network consultants who can be reached at www.hun.co.in.

Write it

Those of you with a fetish for pens, here’s something for you. Luxor’s new festive collection, the Expression Range, offers roller ball pens with names like Monte Kristo, Kamry, Monalisa, Magnum and Spectrum. Apart from the pens, there are gift packs that include a metallic matte finish key-holder, a multi-utility Swiss knife, a single ruled premium executive class A6 notebook, a chrome matt finish calendar, a cardholder, a clock, a glossy black leather wallet with several pockets and even a Louis Charron wristwatch. The packs are priced between an affordable Rs 200 and Rs 700 and are available at Luxor Signature Stores and at prominent retail stores.       

Watch out

Ok, enough of the goody-two-shoes act. How about being bad for a change — with Swatch as your partner in crime? The uber-cool watch brand has launched the 007 Villains Collection, a range of trendy watches modelled on the villains of the James Bond movies — from old-timers like Max Zorin (A View to Kill) to the latest, Dominic Greene (Quantum of Solace).

The watches are priced between Rs 2,200 and Rs 9,400. They are available at Prime Watch World in Calcutta and all Swatch stores across the country.

A new look

CIf you feel it’s time to give your wardrobe a facelift for the season, check out the Autumn Winter collection from United Colors of Benetton (UCB). For UCB Women, there are knitted coats, knee-length skirts, stretch stirrup pants, boleros, crossover knitted tops, ponchos, short belted jackets, woollen coats and jackets, sweaters and wool dresses. The range is priced between Rs 499 and Rs 5,999. Men can choose from long overcoats, formal suits, jersey and knits. There are pea jackets and country parkas, fustian trousers, hooded pullovers. Priced between Rs 499 and Rs 8,999, the collections are available at all Benetton outlets.

Style it right

CIf you like to wear your hair differently each day of the week, here’s something that could come in handy. Check out the new range from Wella Professionals which was the official styling brand at the Milan Fashion Week. Try out the Wella High Hair Crystal Styler, a volume builder, or Wella High Hair Sleek Wonder (a straightening cream) along with Wella High Hair Gloss Serum for a naturally straight look. To create the wavy look, go for the Wella High Hair Touch & Feel (a texture spray) or the Wella High Hair Brilliant Affair to tame those rebellious curls and to add shine. The new range of Wella goodies is available at most salons. Prices start at Rs 450 and go up to Rs 625.