Your vanity caddy is running on empty. You go to a mall, and you are bombarded with a flurry of brands. What do you choose? Shilpi Madan got India’s leading beauty experts to pick their favourites. So next time you are out shopping, you know exactly what to buy

Banana Boat Kids Sunblock Lotion SPF 50

This water-resistant, tear-free sunblock lotion with staying power comes in a yellow tube and is meant for kids. "That makes this formulation all the more vital for all skin types, especially the delicate ones, to guard against the sun. This product keeps freckles at bay," says dermatologist Dr Rekha Sheth. So kiss away sun burn for a cheerful complexion



L’Oreal Sensi Balance Shampoo

Having a bad hair day? Quit carping. If you don’t have the time for luxurious hair spa treatments, tame your tresses with L’Oreal's Sensi Balance shampoo and accompanying range of conditioners. Says snip specialist Haakim's Aalim: "It makes for super hair food and keeps your mane relatively tangle free" Lock into this.



Bronze Shimmer Brick Compact by Bobbi Brown

This brush-on powder creates a dusky, bronzy glow. Superb for a night out. "The colours in this compact complement Indian skin tones perfectly – whether wheatish, dark or fair," says make up maestro Cory Walia. "Apply on your eyes and cheeks for a seductive shimmery sheen."



Chanel Hydrabase Lipstick No 23 Rouge Orage

The colour of passion is in. Red plumps up your lips and makes them look soft, kissable and full. "Choose Chanel's No 23 in lipsticks. This one is a great burnt red in a new packaging and is both creamy and moist. A must-pick," says make up artist Clint Fernandes.





Tinted LipGlass: Enchantress by MAC

Get some sheen on your lips. "You can never go wrong with this product. Fill in your lips or dab on only two tiny dots on your eyelids for a winking sheen,” says make-up specialist Marvie Beck. The sheen lasts long and can be subtle or dramatic depending upon how much you apply.



Shiseido The Make Up Concealer

"Unbeatable in camouflaging zits, sun spots, dark rings and fine lines," assures make up artist Bharat Godambe. This product comes with a unique applicator that glides across your skin without clumping. Smooth and sexy. It has even got an Advanced Luminous Technology to scatter light and virtually zap out the blemishes.



Very Irresistible Givenchy Summer for women

A limited edition perfume encased in a startling, sleek pink bottle. It has got a dash of peony, passion rose and star anise. Floral, fresh and fantastic. Gets you addicted in a jiffy.