Thursday, December 3, 2009

Dermablend - Cover Creme SPF 30 (1 oz.) - Toasted Brown - Chroma 5 3/4

Product Description

For complete, natural-looking coverage, nothing compares to Dermablends Cover Creme. Recommended by dermatologists, endorsed by Hollywood actors, models and make-up artists, this remarkable product easily conceals any facial imperfection, such as: Uneven skin tone , Scarring, Freckles , Bruises, Burn scars, Spots and birthmarks , Age spots, Rosacea, Post-surgical redness , Vitiligo and more And, with 21 shades to choose from, youre sure to find the perfect match for your skin tone. Net Weight: 1 oz.

Product Details

  • Color: Toasted Brown-Chroma 5 3/4
  • Brand: Dermablend
  • Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide, Mineral Oil(Paraffnum Liquidim), Beeswax (Cera Alba), Talc, Isopropyl Palmitate, Magnesium Carbonate, Camauba(Copernicia Cerifera) Wax, Propylparaben, Allantoin

Customer Reviews

dermablend4
I love this product, I switch between coverblend and dermablend maybe every two years, I always go back to dermablend the coverage is incredible, I have some pigment problems , and redness to my face and dermablend covers it all. The coverblend covers, but dermabled does the job.

No need to be embarassed by a scar5
I purchased this product for my mother who had recently had plastic surgery on her nose due to basil cell carcinoma. The surgery went well, however, she was left with a scar on her nostril. She was very upset about the scar until we found out abour dermablend. Dermablend did a pretty good job of covering the scar, making it less visible. I would recomend this product.

Its a decent cover4
We all have our little bits to cover, right? I thought that this did a good job and I have used it off and on for a while. The SPF 30 is nice too though, if you let the sun damage your skin you're going to have a lot more to cover before long. I'm using a few products that turn around some aging effects and protect you against new ones coming up, these are just a few:

Lancome Absolue Replenishing Cream SPF 15
Clinique Clarifying Lotion 3
Relastin, Eye Silk, 0.5 oz, 15 ml
SkinCeuticals Ultimate UV Defense SPF 30 3oz
RoC Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Serum 1oz

I call these my "fave five look young products". I can't turn back the clock, but I'm not going down without a fight either!

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Dolce Vita Lipstick

Product Description

Dolce Vita: Dusty rose
A wide range of captivating shades designed to provide the look and style the color dictates. Lipstick available in three formulas:
Satin - moist, longwearing lipstick containing micro-bubble spheres to continually release lip conditioners which yield creamy, silky color that wears for hours.
Semi-Matte - A highly pigmented matte, non-drying formula that provides a longwearing, full-bodied, velvety finish.
Sheer - long lasting color pigments have been suspended in this translucent formula to provide a sheer, natural tint.
Fashionable colors available in three textures
Exceedingly longwearing
Nourishing and Non-drying, with Vitamin E
Once you start wearing NARS lipstick, you won't want to wear anything else.

Product Details

  • Color: Dolce Vita
  • Brand: NARS
  • Dimensions: .6 pounds

Features

  • Dusty rose
  • Semi-Matte
  • Vitamin E

Customer Reviews

My Favoite Lipstick5
These lipsticks never wind up in the back of my vanity drawer. You can't beat the sumptuous collection of colors. I love Honolulu Honey as THE best neutral with a touch of pizzazz.The color swatch doesn't do it justice. They go on smooth and stay true to color. I can't stand the longlasting lipsticks that wind up in cardboard dry patches on my lips. Nars stays on well and isn't too creamy or too dry. Perfect!

Nars Lipstick4
Great lipstick. You would hope so for the price. 23 dollars for one tube. I own 3 of these colors. The Honolulu Honey '' a more neutral tone, Hot Voodoo and Fire Down Below. My Favorite, without a doubt, is ''Fire Down Below''. Its a deep dark hot red/burgundy color. It looks good with a medium skin tone, suprising too, because most reds dont always look good on everyone but this one seems to be able to go with lighter and darker skintones and look good. When you open the tube the color might shock you. Its one of the darkest reds ive ever seen, but once it goes on it looks great. These lipsticks are more of a matte and stay on for a long time. Really no need for re-application even after eating/drinking. Overall, its a good pick if you have the money to splurge and are looking for a lipstick that stays on.

Lipstick Great, Color Swatches Off5
I bought this lipstick in Kiss based on the swatch shown on the Amazon.com page. When I got the lipstick, the color was far different from the swatch and didn't match my skintone at all. At sephora.com they have color descriptions which gives you a better idea of what the color is really like. I ended up returning it and getting this in Roman Holiday which looks great, and again very different from the swatch above.

The Multiple Orgasm

Product Description

Peachy pink with shimmer

Product Details

  • Color: Orgasm
  • Brand: NARS
  • Ingredients: Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Capric/Caprylic Triglycerides, Cetyl Dimethicone, Diisopropyl Dimer Dilinoleate, Propylene Glycol Laurate, Silica, Cera Alba (Beeswax), Candelilla Cera Wax (Euphorbia Cerifera), Ozokerite, Nylon 66, Octyldodecanol, Cetyl Palmitate, Tocopherol, Retinyl Palmitate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Propylparaben, Ascorbyl Palmitate, May Contain (+/-): Mica, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, 77492, 77499), Chromium Oxide Greens (CI 77288), Ultramarines (CI 77007)
  • Dimensions: .8 pounds

Features

  • Creates perfect, glowing complexions and is conveniently designed for failproof application.
  • Pink champagne with shimmer
  • Translucent color for eyes, cheeks and lips
  • Sheer, mistake-proof color; quick and easy to apply
  • The original multifunction, all-over color stick

Customer Reviews

The perfect pink.5
I'm a huge fan of Nars the Multiple sticks but there was never a color that was a nice pink.Until now!Riviera is a beautiful,very sheer cool rose pink that makes you look like you were just out in the cold or got a little sun.It's seasonless and because it contains shimmer it's a perfect for highlighting your cheekbones.You can also use it in eyes or lips.This is an indispensable item for me,one that I use everyday and couldn't live without.So,if your looking for a great pink blush or highlighter that isn't the least bit bubblegum,this is your dream come true.

Outstanding product5
I used the powder version of this colour and found it absolutely perfect for a very pale skin like mine but ... the multiple is even better! It blends into the skin perfectly and leaves a healthy glow, without being too obvious. So, if you are looking for a natural result and have a fair skin, this is the perfect product. I prefer the multiple to the powder version: easy to carry around (it does not require a brush) and it can be used on the lips with a little bit of clear gloss. An absolute hit that will became a staple in my make-up bag.

Worth the price - beautiful colors, intense pigment, one stick lasts forever5
I have been a huge fan of Nars makeup ever since Francois Nars developed this line about 8 years ago. I have used his "The Multiple" sticks from day one and have never been disappointed. All of the shades are absolutely gorgeous, work wonderfully on ever skin color/tone, and one stick will last forever without turning bad in color, texture, or scent. My first stick of Cannes lasted almost two full years.

I am very fair. If you are as well, I have found the following colors to work best: Cannes, Portofino, Maui, Mustique, Maldives, and Copacabana. Portofino is my personal favorite. The perfect blend of pink, mauve, and gold. A definite instant complexion booster. Intense pigment, but beautifully sheer in small doses, so you won't end up looking like Bozo the Clown. Great for cheeks, eyes, lips...everywhere!

My only complaint when it comes to Nars products pertains to the packaging. His packaging is gorgeous. Black, with an unusual sueded finish. You'll just love handling his compacts. The plastic he uses, though, seems to be very brittle and prone to chipping, splintering, and breaking. The gorgeous sueded black finish only seems to last a couple of months before that bubbles up and peels off. Goes from glamorous and gorgeous to skanky looking really fast.

Orgasm Lip Gloss

Product Description

Orgasm: Sheer warm pink with golden shimmer
Serious shine and sexy color in sheer, creamy and semi-sheer formulas. Extremely wearable and versatile shades may be worn alone or over other lip products for heightened drama.
Ultra-shiny and highly pigmented
Convenient wand application
Iconic shades
Ideal alone or over other lip color

Product Details

  • Color: Orgasm
  • Brand: NARS
  • Ingredients: Lanolin Oil, Polyisobutene, Octyldodecyl Stearoyl Stearate, Cera Alba (Beeswax), Myristyl Lactate, Ozokerite, Cera Carnauba (Copernicia Cerifera Wax), Tocopheryl Acetate, Propylparaben, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil (Castor), May Contain (+/-): Mica, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, 77492, 77499), Red 6, Red 7 Lake (CI 15850), Red 22 Lake (CI 45380), Red 28 Lake (CI 45410), Red 30 Lake (CI 73360), Red 33 Lake (CI 17200), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140), Yellow 6 Lake (CI 15985), Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090), Bismuth Oxychloride (CI 77163), Carmine (CI 75470)
  • Dimensions: .4 pounds

Features

  • Sheer warm pink with golden shimmer

Customer Reviews

All-Around Favorite Lip Gloss5
There is good reason this Nars lip gloss won the Best of the Sephora award for 2006. I've been in love with Nars products since my daughter introduced them to me several years ago and now they are a staple in my cosmetic drawer.

I've never been that infatuated with lip glosses because they always seemed to slip and slide around on my more mature lips until I tried this one that came in a gift set from my bonus daughter with Nars Orgasm blush (another love).

There are three formulas of this lip gloss: sheer, cream and semi-sheen. I like the creamy version. Nars employs a sponge type wand to apply this gloss, and I haven't experienced any leaking from this tube when I travel with it as I have experienced with Dior's DiorAddict gloss. This gloss stays on my lips for hours without smudging or bleeding. It's the all-around best I've experienced, although I do like DiorKiss glosses for the same reason.

This gloss is the perfect texture, shine and color with the ability to stick to you lips without feeling too sticky and gooey, but giving a soft, glowing sheen with a creaminess in several beautiful colors. I often use this over Nars great lipcolors, or simply wear it alone. Between the luscious color - Orgasm (soft pinnk) and Sweet Dreams (soft pink with gold shimmer) being my favorites, although similar in color -- and the wearable comfort factor, Nars lip gloss will remain in my cosmetic drawer.

- Victoria Austin

Neat Product5
This stain is cool, because it goes on opaque. This stuff is in no way sticky...in fact, it goes on silky smooth. It will dry your lips, so I put some on, let it sit, blot, then put some clear gloss on top. Perfect & lasts forever! I have Sayonara, which looks great with pale skin & dark hair. This is another product by NARS that is worth the money.

Expensive, but tasteless4
Ha--I mean this gloss has no flavoring or taste to annoy me. I don't like flavored lipstick or gloss and I don't like "sticks to your hair in the wind" gloss either. Nars gloss is expensive, but the colors are subtle and the finish is not unnaturally shiny, for this formulation. There is a good amount of gloss in the tube--lasts quite a while. A luxury product, but one that lives up to its reputation for quality.

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

NARS Highlighting/Bronzing Blush Duo Orgasm/ Laguna

Product Description

Featuring covetable color combinations, each Blush Duo features blush hues that are unanimously touted for their universally flattering and natural-looking color. When combined with versatile bronzing powders or highlighting powder, all compacts impart quintessential glow with ease and convenience for all skin tones. The blushes paired with bronzing powders are the ultimate tool for achieving a sun-kissed look with a hint of naturally radiant color for a believable year-round glow, while those paired with Albatross create highlights and add dimension and radiance. Limited Availability.

Product Details

  • Color: Orgasm / Laguna
  • Brand: NARS

Customer Reviews

Must-Have!5
The colors are actually darker than shown here. Orgasm is more rose than light pink, and laguana is more baked tan than golden tan (though it does have gold shimmers). I have olive/tan skin and thought these would look horrible on me but surprisingly both work well. They can be used singly or combined. The color intensity is well measured out...one or two sweeps are enough. And the first sweep is never too much (unlike some you end up having to wipe some off cause it makes you look like a clown). Using Orgasm on the cheekbone and Laguana just underneath with one sweeping motion towards the ears adds dimension nicely. And the colors stay...it's been 10 hours...and I haven't had to touch up. Awesome!

Sin/Casino4
No one else has tried Sin/Casino? Well I have medium skin with yellow
undertones and I thought that Orgasm/Laguna would look bad on me on account of so many positive light skinned reviewers. so I got this one instead. I like the bronzer a lot. Its a darker shade and shows up well on my skin but is not fake looking. The shimmer is fine and not too obvious like others. I like to put some around my jaw, under my cheekbones and right under my hairline to define my face. I think the blush comes on a little strong. Both colors are a lot darker than the photo above shows. The blush is a nice color but a little too rich for my skin tone, I was looking for something that would brighten a little more and this color I felt it sort of ways down my skin-tone. Its a little too purple and I wanted something pinker. I think If I had just a bit darker skin it would work better. I'm thinking of exchanging it for Orgasm/Laguna but the problem is I'm in love with the Bronzer! I'm afraid Laguna will be too orange and not show up well. But all in all the product is great quality the colors match very nicely, they blend very well into my skin and do not look fake. The packaging is rubbery so you don't drop it all the time. The mirror inside is huge which I love. The shipping was standard and it only took 3 days to get here! The only reason I put 4 stars was because of the blush being too dark but that is my fault anyway.

It works.5
I'm Thai, tan and this just works. People think I look well rested, even when I've barely gotten any sleep... I'd buy it again.

Orgasm

Product Description

Peachy pink with shimmer

Product Details

  • Color: Orgasm
  • Brand: NARS
  • Ingredients: Talc, Polyethylene, Zinc Stearate, Silica, Tricaprylin, Capric/Caprylic Triglycerides, Cera Alba (Beeswax), PEG 150 Distearate, Lanolin, Laureth 4, Tocopherol, Disodium EDTA, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben, Ascorbyl Palmitate, May Contain (+/-): Mica, Iron Oxides (CI 77491, 77492, 77499), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Ultramarines (CI 77007), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Carmine (CI 75740), Bismuth Oxychloride (CI 77163), Red 6 (CI 15850), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850), Red 28 Lake (CI 45410), Red 33 Lake (CI 17200), Orange 5 (CI 45370), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140), Yellow 6 Lake (CI 15985), Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090)
  • Dimensions: .15 pounds

Features

  • Provides a sheer, natural hint of color
  • Made with transparent pigments to avoid heaviness
  • Broad selection of shades

Customer Reviews

orgasm may not give you an orgasm, but...5
I am a makeup artist for NARS, and one thing I always emphasize to my clients it that NOTHING is for everyone, Orgasm blush included. If you are not used to wearing blush, or only a little, then Orgasm will be flattering, but still only to a fairer woman. If you are more comfortable with makeup or color, then I recommend colors that look to the naked eye as much more intense- amazing pigment means apply with a LIGHT touch: Exhibit A for a very fair caucasian or asian woman, Taos for a light-skinned black woman, a Latina or South Asian woman, and Taj Mahal for a darker-skinned black woman. Crazed can be used by anyone of any skintone, as well as Deep Throat and Gilda, and Lovejoy is a beautiful bronzer for a a very fair caucasian woman or a natural-looking blush for a darker skinned woman. Nico diffuses and softens anything (or tones down a rushed blush job), and Sin and Outlaw are two beautiful shimmery shades for fairer women. Universally, the pigment is full and remarkably refined, and the application process- with no brush- is always a little awkward for those of us who travel (or put our makeup on in transit.)

Nice blush but not spectacular3
Everything I read said that Nars Orgasm was the best blush ever, in the whole world and on and on... I ran out of blush so I got a Nars blush in the Orgasm color ... Ok, so its nice. The texture of the pressed powder is very fine, and it goes on smoothly with a big sable brush. The compact is nice looking but it has no applicator, so if you travel make sure you pack an applicator for this.
I like the blush, but I don't think I just HAVE to have it again. I really like the Yves Saint Laurent Blush Variation 11, and the new YSL Touche Blush that has the applicator built into the bottle. I think I like the YSL products a lot more than Nars. Nars tends to skimp on applicators - and make it difficult for you to use their products if you travel. I have their eyeliner in a bottle with a separate applicator - a pain to travel with too. (YSL products also smell better than Nars products)

Very fine textured, popular colors4
One of these blushes is a huge bestseller with the name "Orgasm"--supposed to give the wearer that afterglow. It's a peachy shimmer that is rather light--if you are dark-skinned be warned it may not show up. But there are other shades that do the same thing--provide a medium amount of shimmer and darker color--like "Crazed"--a medium reddish tone, or Outlaw, a darker peach. The packaging is a rubberized compact with blush inside large enough to handle a big fluffy brush (no brush included) and a mirror in the compact.

NARS Blush - Super Orgasm

Product Details
  • Color: Super Orgasm
  • Brand: NARS

Customer Reviews

orgasm may not give you an orgasm, but...5
I am a makeup artist for NARS, and one thing I always emphasize to my clients it that NOTHING is for everyone, Orgasm blush included. If you are not used to wearing blush, or only a little, then Orgasm will be flattering, but still only to a fairer woman. If you are more comfortable with makeup or color, then I recommend colors that look to the naked eye as much more intense- amazing pigment means apply with a LIGHT touch: Exhibit A for a very fair caucasian or asian woman, Taos for a light-skinned black woman, a Latina or South Asian woman, and Taj Mahal for a darker-skinned black woman. Crazed can be used by anyone of any skintone, as well as Deep Throat and Gilda, and Lovejoy is a beautiful bronzer for a a very fair caucasian woman or a natural-looking blush for a darker skinned woman. Nico diffuses and softens anything (or tones down a rushed blush job), and Sin and Outlaw are two beautiful shimmery shades for fairer women. Universally, the pigment is full and remarkably refined, and the application process- with no brush- is always a little awkward for those of us who travel (or put our makeup on in transit.)

Nice blush but not spectacular3
Everything I read said that Nars Orgasm was the best blush ever, in the whole world and on and on... I ran out of blush so I got a Nars blush in the Orgasm color ... Ok, so its nice. The texture of the pressed powder is very fine, and it goes on smoothly with a big sable brush. The compact is nice looking but it has no applicator, so if you travel make sure you pack an applicator for this.
I like the blush, but I don't think I just HAVE to have it again. I really like the Yves Saint Laurent Blush Variation 11, and the new YSL Touche Blush that has the applicator built into the bottle. I think I like the YSL products a lot more than Nars. Nars tends to skimp on applicators - and make it difficult for you to use their products if you travel. I have their eyeliner in a bottle with a separate applicator - a pain to travel with too. (YSL products also smell better than Nars products)

Very fine textured, popular colors4
One of these blushes is a huge bestseller with the name "Orgasm"--supposed to give the wearer that afterglow. It's a peachy shimmer that is rather light--if you are dark-skinned be warned it may not show up. But there are other shades that do the same thing--provide a medium amount of shimmer and darker color--like "Crazed"--a medium reddish tone, or Outlaw, a darker peach. The packaging is a rubberized compact with blush inside large enough to handle a big fluffy brush (no brush included) and a mirror in the compact.