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Review: AveSeena Ageless Perfection Cream

Mar 262017

AveSeena Ageless Perfection Cream ($157/ 1.7 oz) is an effective anti-aging moisturizer that I’ve added to my routine over the past few weeks. This formula, which uses plant stem cells, vitamins, botanicals and flowers, has been a delight to use. Although the formula is rich, it sinks in quickly and hasn’t given me any hint of breakout (which is unusual for me, especially for a product that has these rich moisture-adding properties).

This moisturizer plays well under foundation.

The packaging is a lightweight, travel-friendly jar that has an air-tight pump mechanism to keep the product clean and fresh. Below is how the product comes out when you press on the top:

It has a natural flower-scent (mostly a light rose) that has no synthetic fragrance added. Here are some of the primary ingredients:

This is a luxury moisturizer that works–it gives my skin a moisturized, plumper and brighter appearance. It’s gorgeous.

AveSeena Ageless Perfection Cream is available here.

Here is the full ingredient list:

Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Water, Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera) Leaf Juice, Water, Glycolic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-3, Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide, Silk Protein Amino Acids, Stearic Acid, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Glycerin, Isopropyl Palmitate, Globularia Cordifolia Callus Stem Cell Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Squalane, Methylsulfonylmethane, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Tocopheryl Acetate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Vitamin C), Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Ubiquinone, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Mahonia Aquifolium (Oregon Grape) Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Euphrasia Officinalis (Eyebright) Extract, Helichrysum Italicum (Helichrysum) Flower Oil, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Calophyllum Inophyllum (Tamanu) Seed Oil, Borago Officinalis (Borage) Seed Oil, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Oil, Rosa Canina (Rosehip) Fruit Oil, Panthenol (Vitamin B5), Arnica Montana (Arnica) Flower Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Matricaria Recutita (German Chamomile) Flower Extract, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Rosa Damascana (Rose) Absolute, Centella Asiatica (Gotu Kola) Extract, Geranium Maculatum (Wild Geranium) Extract, Taraxacum Officinale (Dandelion) Extract, Equisetum Arvense (Horsetail) Leaf Extract, Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Extract, Decyl Glucoside, Glyceryl Caprylate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Carbomer, Sodium Hydroxide.
pH is between 5.5-6.5. Vegan.

Natural and/or organic ingredients.

This sample was provided to Cafe Makeup without charge for consideration for review.

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First Look: Louis Vuitton Perfumes

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Jan 062017

This past Fall, Louis Vuitton expanded its luxury range to include Les Perfums, a series of fragrances. I was fortunate enough that a loved one gave me the Miniature Set ($290) for the holidays. As I’m living a bi-coastal life at present, this was particularly thoughtful because it gives me a variety of fragrances that I can keep in one home, while I have my larger perfume collection in another. The presentation box is quite understated.

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Review: Laura Mercier Velour Lovers Lip Color in Mon Cheri, French Kiss, Embrace and Cocoa Pout

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Feb 172016

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I’ve had the opportunity to play with four of the new Laura Mercier Velour Lovers Lip Color ($28 each), a line of very saturated, satin-matte, moisturizing lipsticks. It seems like only a few years ago that lip color couldn’t deliver both saturation and moisture, fortunately Laura Mercier Velour Lovers demonstrates just how far we’ve come. Gorgeous color, French-inspired shades, and a hint of moisture–these lipsticks deliver it all.

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Laura Mercier Velour Lovers Lip Color is available at Laura Mercier online, Nordstrom, Sephora, Macy’s, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Lord and Taylor.

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According to the line, Velour Lovers Lip Color:

A highly pigmented, moisturizing lip color with a satin matte finish. Velour Lovers Lip Lover is a revolution in matte lipstick that couples delicate mattifying powders with moisturizing mango butter that creates a velvety texture that is smooth, creamy and long-wearing. Formula is buildable, offering medium to high coverage with a matte, sateen finish.

These are true “Laura Mercier” in their formulation–universally flattering shades that flatter a wide range of skintones. The shade I tried are:

Mon Cheri: a gorgeous true bright red

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French Kiss: a fresh, saturated deep bubblegum pink

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Embrace: A nude beige pink with a touch of warm shimmer

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Cocoa Pout: A warm chocolate brown

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All were opaque in a single swipe, long wearing, comfortable, and beautiful.

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If you are looking for a universal, flattering opaque lipstick that’s comfortable, these are well worth your time.

Laura Mercier Velour Lovers Lip Color is available at Laura Mercier online, Nordstrom, Sephora, Macy’s, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Lord and Taylor.

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My Thoughts: MAC Pro Longwear Nourishing Waterproof Foundation

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May 212015

A few weeks ago, there was a new foundation released to the world–MAC’s Pro Longwear Nourishing Foundation ($32/0.85 ounces). This caught my eye because the formula seems entirely new–not just for MAC, but new for the cosmetic industry. According to this piece in Stylcaster, MAC’s “product development team had been challenged to create a waterproof, modern concealer, and leveraged emerging trends from Korea around hybrid products to create something new.” MAC Pro Longwear Nourishing Foundation is currently available at MAC, Nordstrom, Bloomingdales, Macy’s, Dillards, Selfridges, and other MAC sources.

In 16 shades that correlate to the standard MAC “NC” and “NW” naming scheme, this concealer/foundation is described by the line as follows:

A tenacious waterproof formula that can be used as a foundation or concealer, wearing for an unprecedented 24 hours. Neither rain nor tears can budge this oil-free watertight product that actually repels moisture from the surface of the face. The formula blends seamlessly on the skin with medium to full weightless coverage and a natural satin finish.

Karen’s review at the Makeup and Beauty Blog was helpful to me when using this foundation for the first several times. I want to expand on a few things based on my use of this over the past week plus. As a new formula, I found that many of my intuitions from applying liquids, creams, serums, tinted moisturizers, and bb/cc creams needed to be finessed to get the most out of this foundation.

This is my advice (your mileage may vary):

The coverage goes from light to full very quickly. When applied directly to the face, it’s important to do this in layers. Then wait a minute before you apply another layer. Trust me on this one. It’s really easy to over-apply, in which case the foundation begins to really highlight pores and look super-artificial. Unless you are going for that look, proceed slowly.
Once you are happy with a semi-light coverage, go back in and add product only where you need it. The formula gives you a good minute or more to play with it before it dries, and can be layered even later in the day if you like.
Use very little at a time. One drop really can cover the entire face.
The color designations seem to be lighter in my range compared to MAC’s standard range. I am typically NC15/20, so I purchased NC20 after swatching a few colors at a store. After wearing the shade, I thought that the match was fine for a pale look, but the NC25 looked more natural on me especially when worn with a bronzer for summer wear (I ended up purchasing both). By comparison, NC20 looked a little harsh, although technically I might have considered it an acceptable match in a sheerer formula. Who knows, maybe my own ghost-pale skin is just scary. Anyway, don’t be afraid to go to a deeper shade if you want to. It’s only makeup.
Because of its propensity for high-coverage with a satin finish, I recommend using some type of light Chanel Les Beiges or Guerlain Joli Tient bronzer to warm up the skin and add some life.
I had trouble mixing this foundation with a more conventional formulas from other lines. For example, a mix of this and NARS tinted moisturizer seemed to separate on my face when I went into a hot, humid environment. If you are going to mix colors to get your shade, I’d experiment in the comfort of your own home first.
MAC Pro Longwear Nourishing Waterproof really does hold up well in hot, humid weather. My glowy dew (aka sweat), beaded up on my face without removing any foundation. If you are in a hot, humid climate, this one is worth checking out.
This foundation looked best on me with a primer (I used Tom Ford’s). It gave it a bit of “cushion” to make the MAC formula sit more lightly on the skin and was a bit more forgiving.
I suspect that those with dry skin will want to moisturize well before using this formula.Every bump, pore, flake and tiny line will show if you apply this heavily. For lighter coverage, it seems to be more forgiving.

You might be wondering if this is worth the trouble of undertaking a learning curve, especially if you are not a foundation-obsessed beauty blogger. If you are looking for a beautiful finish that lasts all, all, all day in hot, humid weather, then yes. It can be layered mid-day to give a beautiful satin finish. Worn in this week’s rainstorm, the foundation didn’t move (my hair, on the other hand….). The coverage moves from light to medium to full with very little product. The feel is extremely light and breathable–unlike MAC Studio Sculpt, the feel of Pro Longwear Nourishing Waterproof is feather-light. I did not detect any scent. I have an incomplete ingredients list, because the Nordstrom label covered up the bottom:

MAC Pro Longwear Nourishing Foundation is currently available at MAC, Nordstrom, Bloomingdales, Macy’s, Dillards, Selfridges, and other MAC sources.

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This and That…

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Mar 062015

First, Peter Philips, creative director of Dior Beaute, did the makeup at Dries Von Noten this week in Paris, showing us new ways to elongate the eye. Rather than using an inner corner highlight, Philips flipped the script and did a deep dark inner corner shadow. Here’s an interview from Paris Vogue:

Make-up at Dries Van Noten with Peter Philips by VogueParisFashionWeek

The effect:

On the runway:

Loving this nail look from MAC’s tumbler at Manish Aurora (the wig, well maybe on the runway but…):

Eschewing the nude eye fashion week trend, here’s Dior Ready to wear with a heavy paint-like eyeshadow.

In other news, by a stroke of luck I was able to find the Burberry Holiday Golds No. 25 Palette that I’ve coveted since seeing The Beauty Look Book’s review. My luck happened during a fast visit through Saks Fifth Avenue in NYC a few weeks ago.This had sold out in a hot minute during the holiday season, and I’d given up hope of finding it.

Unbelievably, the palette has surfaced yet again, this time on Net-a-Porter ($60). Shhhh–I’m guessing these will sell out quickly. Now you know.

I found another great follow on Instagram–Keri B. @nailartjunkie_. Gorgeous things over there.

I hope you all stay safe on the roads today! We’ve go a bit of snow here. Have a lovely day, gorgeous!

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Fashion Week: Marc Jacobs and Tom Ford

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Feb 222015

The latter parts of last week brought two spectacular beauty looks that I could not resist featuring. Tom Ford’s Los Angeles event (which can be seen here) was a huge success from a beauty perspective. Can I just say “thank you” to Tom Ford for bringing lush lashes back? Not that I don’t love a minimalist look, but some natural lash looks on the runway have me wondering whether there’s a mascara shortage in the New York City area. Here are some looks from Tom Ford’s backstage beauty.

Tom Ford Illuminating Primer (I just picked this up on Friday) gave a hint of sheen under Tom Ford’s Traceless Perfecting Foundation. The Tom Ford Shade & Illuminate Duo #2 was used on some models (Joan Smalls and Karlie Kloss). The focal point was the seductive but softened smoky eye, created using the Cocoa Mirage shadow quad (or the Ripe Plum shadow duo on darker skin tones). The shadow was beautifully blended into skin by gently applying Deep Mink lipstick to the brow bone, the outside quarter of the lid, and delicately along the lower lashes.

Tom Ford’s Brow Sculptor was used on brows, together with clumpy, black mascara. a. The rest of the face was kept neutral for balance, with lips well moisturized and covered only in foundation for a barely-there pout.

Nails were coated with a champagne shade called Toasted Sugar.

So good.

On the runway:

Francois Nars designed the makeup for Marc Jacobs AW ’15.

The founder and creative director used a very high-concept design, stating, “Marc wanted a very strong, elegant and sophisticated woman this season – a Diana Vreeland type. I looked to the swans of the 50’s and 60’s – like Babe Paley or Jacqueline de Ribes, to inspire the look. Matte skin and a defined brow bring a nice structure to the face, balancing the greige gloss of the lid with the matte, velvety eggplant color of the lip.”

To prep skin, Nars used the NARSskin Multi-Action Hydrating Toner and NARSskin Luminous Moisture Cream. The complexion was enhanced with Sheer Glow Foundation, the Radiant Creamy Concealer, Stick Concealer, and Soft Velvet Loose Powder.

The shadows included the left side of the Nars Paris Eye duo, and Bali single eyeshadow.

Of course, the most distinctive part of the beauty design was the Train Bleu Velvet Matte Lip Pencil. On darker skin tones, the NARS Black Moon Eyeliner Pencil was used on lips. These lips are so beautiful on the Marc Jacobs show runway:

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MAC Lightful C Skincare: Reformulation (now with Vitamin C) Review

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Feb 222015

MAC Lightful C01 MAC has reformulated its Lightful line to incorporate Vitamin C into these brightening products. Because Vitamin C has been clinically proven to benefit skin, I couldn’t resist trying out a few products to see how they feel. This is not uber-luxury skincare, or even luxury skincare in my opinion. But I’ve had surprisingly good results with the Marine Bright formula in the past, and who doesn’t love some good bang for their buck in the mid-price category? I decided to try out the new MAC Lightful C Softening Lotion ($35), the Vibrancy Eye cream ($35), the Lightful C Marine-Bright Formula Essence ($44), and the MAC Lightful C Marine Bright Formula Moisture Cream ($44). The full line is available at Nordstrom, Bloomingdales, Macy’s, and other MAC sources (except for an SPF 30 tinted cream, which is due to become available this April and, just like Magnum in Zoolander, will blow us all away).

I’ve used the prior version of the MAC Softening Lotion, and can confirm that this MAC Lightful C Marine-Bright Formula Softening Lotion provides the same toning, softening effect on the skin to leave it feeling soft, woken-up, and baby-fresh. This is one of those products that you think you’ll never use and then, when your glowing skin looks back at you in the mirror, you realize that it does, in fact, make a daily difference.

I splash a little bit of this clear, water-like liquid on, using fingers or a cotton pad, to get the effect. This is a softening toner–a separate cleanser is necessary to truly clean the skin.

I have to admit I’m a fan of spray toners, and this top is designed to splash or swipe on. Still, I appreciate the no-spill guard.

Ingredients (click to enlarge):

For me the magic item in the collection is the Mac Lightful C Marine Bright Essence. I had good luck using the former version to fade darker marks/spots. I’m delighted with the addition of Vitamin C to the line. The non-sticky texture that absorbs quickly is the same.

Nice no-spill, locking, travel-friendly packaging.

Ingredients (click to enlarge):

I took a chance and ordered the MAC Lightful C Marine Bright Formula Moisture Creme. I’m happy with my current stock of moisturizers, but I find a mid-priced gel moisturizer hard to resist. The problem with having oily skin (and now combination skin) most of my life is that I tended to avoid moisturizers as too heavy and adding “too much glow” toward the end of the day.

After I discovered the lightweight, fast-absorbing properties of gel moisturizers, my skin is much more balanced and doesn’t over-produce oil anymore. If anyone is in the same boat, this MAC is a nice one to try because of the addition of Vitamin C and the lightweight feel. It absorbs, is very lightweight, and doesn’t add “glow” to already oily skin.

This is housed in a lightweight plastic jar. The texture of this product is much lighter and featherweight compared to Estee Lauder’s Enlighten Moisturizer.

I find that NARS Aqua Gel Luminous Oil-Free Moisturizer and Chanel Hydra Beauty Gel Creme (Liz’s favorite) give a more noticeable moisturizing effect. By comparison, MAC’s is lighter in texture. Ingredients for the MAC Lightful C:

Finally, I ordered the MAC Lightful C Vibrancy Eye. This one-half ounce product has a sorbet texture in a pump-top container. It’s very pleasant to use, sinks in instantly, and gives an immediate moisturizing and de-puffing effect. I’ve been using on my winter-stressed, wind-burned eye area and it’s vastly improved since last Friday when I began.

Consistent with the other products in the light, the MAC Vibrancy Eye is lightweight, non-oily, and disappears quietly very soon application. Ingredients (click to enlarge):

Skincare swatches (except the toner, which is a clear liquid):

My personal favorites in this group are the Vibrancy Eye and the Essence, however hopefully I’ve put in enough information to give you a sense of which might work for you. The full line is available at Nordstrom, Bloomingdales, Macy’s, and other MAC sources.

In other news, I’m loving my little sample of Chanel Hydra Beauty Micro Serum Intense ($110) and am placing an order for the full-sized as soon as I hit “publish” on this post. It’s giving me a smoothness and glow that’s both immediate and improving with every day that goes by. Although I’ll do a full review soon, here’s a quick picture of the sample (check out your local Nordstrom, gorgeous! That’s where I found mine) and the ingredient list.

Les ingredients:

Hope you are having a lovely, ice-free weekend!

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A Few More Things from NY Fashion Week…

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Feb 172015

How flawless is this look from 3.1 Phillip Lim? NARS artist Francelle Daly summed up the look as follows: “Utilitarian punk is the direction this season. Natural radiant skin mixed with a punk-inspired oxblood red shade on the lips for a bold statement.” One more:

SKIN
NARSskin Aqua Gel Luminous Oil-Free Moisturizer

COMPLEXION
Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer
Light Reflecting Loose Setting Powder
Stick Concealer

BROWS
Brow Perfector

CHEEKS
Tribulation Blush (new for Fall 2015, for now try Nico Blush)

Okay, here’s what we are all waiting for–what was used on those lips? The answer– VIP Red Lipstick (New for Fall 2015, for now try Mysterious Red Velvet Matte Lip Pencil). On the runway at 3.1 Phillip Lim:

Now a look at Thakoon:

We’re seeing more use of the Nars Dual-Intensity blushes that were previewed here at the Golden Globes. Here, Nars artist Diane Kendal used them at Thakoon.
As she said, “Inspired by the northern lights, Thakoon wanted the girls to look beautiful, keeping the ideal of lights and reflection.” Let it glow, let it glow, let it glow!
COMPLEXION
Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer
Radiant Creamy Concealer
Soft Velvet Loose Powder

CHEEKS
Tribulation Blush (new for Fall 2015, for now try Nico Blush)
Left side of Craving Dual-Intensity Blush (New for Spring 2015; for now try Copacabana Multiple)

EYES
Right side of Craving Dual-Intensity Blush (New for Spring 2015; for now try South Beach Multiple)
Left side of Fervor Dual-Intensity Blush (New for Spring 2015, for now try the right side of Hula Hula Duo Eyeshadow layered over Seduction Blush )

LIPS
VIP Red Lipstick (New for Fall 2015, for now try Mysterious Red Velvet Matte Lip Pencil).

MAC at Badgley Mischka:

The eyes were created by first using Orpheus Kohl Power Pencil (available AW13) to draw through the lashline and wing at the outer corner to elongate and lift eyes. Then, Damson Pressed Pigment (available AW13) was pressed into Orpheus Kohl Power Pencil to set.

Fascinating Eye Kohl was then applied through the waterline of lower lashes to brighten and open the eyes. Clearwater Paint Pot (available AW13) was used as liner through the lower lashline. Next, 7 LASH were cut and double-stacked on the outer corners of the lashline before being curled and perfectly adjusted to the natural lash. Lastly, Haute & Naughty Mascara was applied over lashes to define and finish. Lips are Runway Hit.

James Boehmer for NARS created the look for the Naeem Khan AW ‘15. “Naeem is celebrating his 10th anniversary this season. He wanted the makeup to be dark, sensual and incredibly glamorous. I thought about the artwork of Tamara de Lempicka. The women depicted in her paintings still seem so modern, and I borrowed colors from her signature palette. The eye is architectural yet soft- a smoky eye without any hard edges or strong definition- and without mascara or brows. The lip is a deep matte chocolate red that is classic Naeem. Skin is glossed and shiny on the cheekbones to add dimension without color or depth.”

SKIN
NARSskin Luminous Moisture Cream
NARSskin Total Replenishing Eye Cream

COMPLEXION
Sheer Glow Foundation
Radiant Creamy Concealer
Soft Velvet Loose Powder

BROWS
Oural Brow Gel

EYES
Ashes to Ashes Eyeshadow
Bali Eyeshadow

LIPS
Mysterious Red Velvet Matte Lip Pencil
Mambo Eyeliner
Jungle Red Lip Liner

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A few things from New York Fashion Week

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Feb 152015

A few things from last week’s New York Fashion Week…

Artist Lee Ashley Davidson posted this photo from Nicole Miller using new MAC Cosmetics pure pigment wet/dry eyeshadows and Retromatte liquid lipstick.

A photo posted by Lee Ashley Davidson (@leeashley_x) on Feb 13, 2015 at 4:49pm PST

Madeline Poole, Christian Louboutin Beauté Nail Consultant, used a square motif at Cushnie et Ochs. “We went with two coats of “Sweet Charity” with square detailing in navy blue “Wherever” and teal green “Ni Toi Ni Moi.”

NARS at Creatures of the Wind used a simple look with perfect skin with an emphasis on lashes and brows.

James Boehmer, NARS Director of Global Artistry, used the following:

All Day Luminous Weightless Foundation
Soft Velvet Loose Powder
Radiant Creamy Concealer
Audacious Mascara (New for Fall 2015)
Oural Brow Gel

Maud Laceppe for NARS Cosmetics created the look for the Rachel Comey AW ’15, which is a “dewy, almost wet look. A fresh and effortless girl, but still sexy.”

NARSskin Luminous Moisture Cream

COMPLEXION
Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturizer
Soft Velvet Loose Powder
Copacabana Multiple

CHEEKS
Contour Blush
Copacabana Multiple
Tribulation Blush (New for Fall 2015, for now try Nico Blush)

EYES
Copacabana Multiple
Tribulation Blush (New for Fall 2015, for now try Nico Blush)
Reykjavik Velvet Shadow Stick (New for Fall 2015)

LIPS
Chelsea Girls Lip Gloss (not yet released)

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Paris Fashion Week: Looks

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Jan 282015

More information about this weeks’ Paris Fashion show looks, pending my ability to find it. There’s surprisingly little out there right now.

Chanel. This red looks like Gabrielle to me, but I’ll hold off until we see more information. This could be from the upcoming Chanel Rouge Coco lip reformulation that I’m eagerly anticipating. I’m seeing the Chanel Rouge Coco in Arthur on Saks.com, which appears to be a similar shade.

Heavy greys with perhaps a cooler red lip (Pirate?) in this image:

These eyes have a pink/mauve/gray effect that goes well with the accessory hat. I’m sensing that the eyeshadow is being used to veil the brows, almost like a unibrow effect.

I’m picking up some brown/mauve through the eyes including through the brow/unibrow area.

Dior.

Peter Philips created the beauty look for the 2015 Dior Couture Spring show, describing it as “fluidity, clarity and appeasement”. Using Dior’s yet-to-be released Diorskin Nude Air Serum foundation for a light and transparent finish, he then contoured the cheeks using Dior’s Peach Splendor blush (from the Kingdom of Colors collection) on the center of the cheeks and Starlight Diorblush to highlight the tops of cheekbones (I believe that this was limited edition last year). Eyes were defined with the Eye Reviver Backstage Pros palette (coming April 2015), using soft grey through the socket in an angled sweep from the inner corner of the eye towards the temple. Lashes were left bare; their only tweak was a curl from the Backstage Lash Curler. Keeping with the minimalist theme, Philips skipped lipstick and opted for the Dior Lip Maximiser which gave lips a transparent and shiny gloss. The look was finished with Dior Vernis Muguet on the nails. More about Dior Nude Air is available at The British Beauty Blogger (including an intriguing powder).

I love the honest artificiality of the hair (yes, it’s an extension without pretense).

Armani Prive. The information that I have is a bit vague: “Using Armani products, Cantello swept models’ eyelids with a baby-blue hue and then elongated peepers with a gold liner. “So it’s kind of graphic, but not too graphic,” she said. “It’s quite soft.” Faces were given Crema Nuda, a product billed to be a “glow treatment” that’s due out in May. A tiny bit of apricot-colored blush was applied high on cheeks, while a lip stain, which will be called Bamboo, was used.”

The eye were a combination of Brow Maestro #5, and three shades of Armani’s Eye Tints—Gold Ashes, Jade, and Zenith (available in April).

According to Style.com, “Crema Nuda (launching in May) is neither a foundation nor a BB nor a tinted moisturizer. Instead, it’s a “nude glow treatment” that combines a water-based texture with transparent, light-reflecting pigments; imperfection-blurring ‘skin affinity’ technology; and antiaging benefits. Another twist on traditional formulas: Any color can work for any skin tone—it just depends on the kind of glow you’re after. “I like to think of it as working with watercolors as opposed to oils,” noted Cantello. “It’s an enhanced way to do ‘natural,’ and it just gives the skin a diaphanous, porcelain finish. You don’t really need anything more.”

Genius Odile Gilbert created the beautiful ponytail style.

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