Chantecaille Spring 2018 Collection Review & Swatches

chantecaille 20 year anniversary palette review

Chantecaille Spring 2018 Collection

Spring has arrived and so has Chantecaille's new collection. I was able to test out the some of the products from the collection which includes:

Chantecaille 20 Year Anniversary Eye Palette.
Luster Glide Silk Infused Eye Liner in Jasper.
Lip Chic- Foxglove, Wisteria, Hyacinth.
Philanthropy Cheek Color- Bee- Emotion, Butterfly- Bliss, Coral- Laughter, Elephant- Smitten, Horse- Joy, Turtle- Grace.

chantecaille 20 year anniversary palette review and swatches

Chantecaille 20 Year Anniversary Eye Palette

Every year Chantecaille launches the most beautiful palettes and a percentage of the proceeds goes to reliable organizations. This year Chantecaille celebrates their 20th anniversary and this palette was created in honor of that. The anniversary release celebrates Chantecaille's natural ideal of beauty, and two conservation efforts particularly close to Sylvie's heart, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, and The Lion Guardians.

Chantecaille 20 Year Anniversary Eye Palette retails for $85.00 for .42 oz. The eyeshadows are housed in a beautiful high gleam gold compact emblazoned with Sylvie's signature. There are two elephant embossed eyeshadows and two lions embossed eyeshadows to symbolize the two foundations.

Selenkey- Burnt Gold.
Gawa- muted pink.
Kamok- almond highlighter.
Nanu- soft taupe.

The texture of all four shadows is very creamy and soft to the touch and there wasn't a lot fall out from the shadows. At first glance, you'd think the shades would show up very shimmery and opaque but much to my surprise, it's quite the opposite. The shimmer is an overspray which will fade with each use leaving behind a satin finish. The shades are very subtle in color and pigmentation. I love how blendable these shadows are you don't need a lot of work. I like the fact that I can just use one shade and apply some mascara and Im done with my look which is what I do on most days. However, I must admit the lack of a matte transition color is to be noted. I have to use another palette to create some depth in my crease so it's definitely not an all-in-one palette. The shadows are also not very long wearing, it lasted about 5-6 hours before it started fading.

Kamok and Nanu Eye Shade Ingredients:
Talc, mica, dimethicone, octyldodecyl stearoyl stearate, zea mays (corn) starch, zinc stearate, silica, pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, potassium sorbate, chlorphenesin, caprylic/capric triglyceride, tin oxide, tetrasodium edta, alaria esculenta extract, acrylates/octylacrylamide copolymer, isostearyl alcohol [+/-: iron oxides (ci77491/ ci77492/ ci77499), titanium dioxide (ci77891), ultramarines (ci 77007), carmine (ci 75470), manganese violet (ci 77742) Ferric ferrocyanide (ci 77510), ferric ammonium ferrocyanide (ci 77510),yellow 5 lake (ci 19140),yellow 6 lake (ci 19140),blue 1 lake (ci 42090), red 6 (ci 15850), red 7 (ci 15850), red 7 lake (ci 15850), red 30 lake ( ci 73360), red 28 lake (ci 45410)]

Gawa and Selenkey Eye Shade Ingredients:
Talc, mica, dimethicone, octyldodecyl stearoyl stearate, zinc stearate, zea mays (corn) starch, silica, pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, potassium sorbate, chlorphenesin, caprylic/capric triglyceride, tin oxide, tetrasodium edta, alaria esculenta extract, acrylates/octylacrylamide copolymer, isostearyl alcohol [+/-: iron oxides (ci77491/ ci77492/ ci77499), titanium dioxide (ci77891), ultramarines (ci 77007), carmine (ci 75470), manganese violet (ci 77742) Ferric ferrocyanide (ci 77510), ferric ammonium ferrocyanide (ci 77510),yellow 5 lake (ci 19140),yellow 6 lake (ci 19140),blue 1 lake (ci 42090), red 6 (ci 15850), red 7 (ci 15850), red 7 lake (ci 15850), red 30 lake ( ci 73360), red 28 lake (ci 45410)]

Chantecaille Luster Glide Silk Infused Eye Liner

Chantecaille Jasper Luster Glide Silk Infused Eye Liner

Jasper retails for $30 for .04 oz. its a rich deep bronze shade with the prettiest shimmery finish. The hint of sparkle is very sophisticated it's not too overdone. The name speaks for itself this liner is very silky, glides on effortlessly and you can smudge this or do a winged liner whichever you prefer but the end result remains the same- phenomenal. This eyeliner truly compliments the eyeshadow palette together and it makes a beautiful combination. I love using this as a base for my shadows or to smoke out my lash line it gives a sultry smokey eye look. Jasper Silk Infused Liner is long-wearing, transfer-proof, paraben free, sulfate free, synthetic fragrance-free, synthetic dye free, mineral and palm oil free.

Ingredients:

Isododecane, synthetic wax, hydrogenated polydicyclopentadiene, calcium sodium borosilicate, Peg/Ppg-18/18 Dimethicone, polybutene, glyceryl tribehenate/isostearate/eicosandioate, nylon-12, polyethylene, perfluorononyl dimethicone, polyglyceryl-4 diisostearate/polyhydroxystearate/ sebacate, synthetic beeswax, silica, pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Copernicia cerifera Cera (carnauba wax), serica (silk) powder, tin oxide [+/–: Mica (ci 77019), iron oxides (Ci 77491/77492/77499), titanium dioxide (ci 77891)]

Chantecaille Philanthropy Cheek Shades

There are a total of six philanthropy cheek shades and it retails for $40 for .08 oz. I already own Elephant from a previous release and I truly adore that blush. All six shadows are coming back and they're here to stay! These blushes are embossed with conservation effort it supports, from Monarch butterflies to wild horses. The blushes are cased in an adorable pebble-like mirrored compact. It's formulated with finely milled pigments that contribute to exquisite colors and it has a featherweight texture. The texture is incredible, it's so easy to blend and the shades are perfect for everyday looks. Some might say these aren't highly pigmented but I believe Chantecaille is a brand that aims for a natural, simple yet put together looks. So with that being said, the pigmentation is just enough. You won't have to worry about overdoing it since you can never look overdone with these blushes. The shades range from light pinks to corals and it gives you a beautiful natural, flushed cheeks look.

Smitten-Elephant- a soft peachy coral shade.
Bliss-Butterfly- a light pastel pink.
Grace-Sea Turtle- a warm tone apricot. (my favorite)

Chantecaille Philanthropy Cheek Shade Smitten-Elephant

"We can’t live in a world without elephants. Today up to 38,000 elephants are killed annually for their tusks, as ivory is seen as a symbol of wealth, power and status. Help save them by fostering orphaned baby elephants with the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, an organization Chantecaille is proud to support. 5 percent of the net proceeds of all Cheek Shade sales will benefit the 6 charities included in the collection."

Ingredients:

Talc, mica, zea mays (corn) starch (zea mays starch), zinc stearate, dimethicone, cetearyl ethylhexanoate, octyldodecyl strearoyl stearate , pentaerythrityl tetraisostearate, ptfe, polyethylene, silica, chlorphenesin, potassium sorbate, dimethiconol, nylon -12, silk powder (serica powder), tetrasodium edta, lauroyl lisine, acrylates/octylacrylamide copolymer, isostearyl alcohol, tin oxide, titanium dioxide (ci 77891), iron oxides (ci 77491), red 7 lake (ci 15850), yellow 5 lake( ci 19140)

Chantecaille Philanthropy Cheek Shade Bliss-Butterfly

"Every year the autumn sky is ablaze with orange as millions of Monarch butterflies make the 3,400-mile “miracle migration.” These butterflies are now on the endangered species list due to global warming, logging, deforestation and lack of food along with their migration paths. You can help Monarch butterflies survive by supporting the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary, which Chantecaille is proud to support. 5 percent of the net proceeds of all Cheek Shade sales will benefit the 6 charities included in the collection."

Ingredients:

Talc, Mica, zinc stearate, Isononyl isononanoate, silica, nylon-12, octyldodecyl lactate, Dimethicone, PCA Dimethicone, Chlorphenesin, potassium sorbate, soybean glycerides, Butyrospermum parkii ( shea) butter unsaponifiables ( Butyrospermum parkii butter unsaponifiables), Tetrasodium EDTA, trimethylsiloxysilicate, isostearyl alcohol, acrylates/octylacrylamide copolymer, ascorbyl palmitate, citric acid, titanium dioxide (ci 77891), iron oxides (ci 77491, ci 77492, ci 77499), red 7 lake (ci 15850), Ultramarines (ci 77007)

Chantecaille Philanthropy Cheek Shade Grace-Sea Turtle swatches

Chantecaille Philanthropy Cheek Shade Grace-Sea Turtle

"Sea turtles define all that is ancient and magical about our blue planet. These wondrous creatures are endangered and struggling for survival. Chantecaille is proud to support WIDECAST and their focus on saving endangered sea turtles in more than 33 Latin American and Caribbean countries. 5 percent of the net proceeds of all Cheek Shade sales will benefit the 6 charities included in the collection."

Ingredients:

Chantecaille Lip Chic Lip Color

Lip Chic retails for $38 for .07 oz is a revolutionary hybrid that combines the rich, even coverage of a lipstick with the high shine and plumping effect of a gloss. As I've mentioned in the past few posts, recently I've been reaching for more glosses and loving a satin finish lipstick more than a matte finish. So these lipsticks have been on rotate since I've gotten my hands on them. The consistency is ultra soft, creamy, hydrating, doesn't settle into the lines and it's very comfortable on the lips. The finish is not opaque it's a bit sheer but I don't mind it since I always line my lips with a lip liner prior to any lipstick application. It lasted about 3-4 hours before it started fading and it did leave a light stain behind. I think these three shades will look lovely on fair to medium skin tones.

Wisteria- a soft plum.
Foxglove- a berry pink.
Hyacinth- a pinkish coral. (my favorite)

Ingredients:

Polybutene, diisostearyl malate, hydrogenated polyisobutene, polyethylene, vp/hexadecene copolymer, microcrystalline wax (cera microcristallina), dicalcium phosphate, mica, ethyl vanillin, pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, phospholipids, flavor (aroma), hyaluronic acid, saccarmonyces cerevisiae extract, sodium chondroitin sulfate, tocopherol, tripeptide-29, bht, tin oxide [+/-: iron oxides (ci 77491/ci 77492/ci 77499), titanium dioxide (ci 77891), red 6/red 6 lake/ red 7 lake (ci 15850), red 27/red 27 lake /red 28 lake (ci 45410), red 21 lake / red 22 lake (ci 45380), red 30 lake (ci 73360), red 33 lake (ci 17200), blue 1 lake (ci 42090), yellow 5 lake (ci 19140), yellow 6 lake (ci 15985), yellow 10 lake (ci 47005), manganese violet (ci 77742), bismuth oxychloride (ci 77163)] (limonene, citral)

Chantecaille 20 Year Anniversary Eye Palette swatches

Chantecaille 20 Year Anniversary Eye Palette & Jasper Eyeliner

Chantecaille Philanthropy Cheek Shades

Chantecaille Lip Chic Lip Color

Final Verdict:

I hope the swatches will give you an idea of the shades and finishes of the products. Let's start with the eyeshadow palette which I always look forward to but this year I wasn't impressed with the longevity and the performance of the shadows. I do like the formula but it's not up to par with some of Chantecaille's previous annual eyeshadow palettes. If you're someone who enjoys a sheer wash of color you'll love this eyeshadow palette. Also, the shades will work great for very fair to light skin tones. On my medium, to tan skin, I find it can be a bit hard to work with and that is why I have to use another palette to give it a bit dimension. I do however LOVE the eyeliner the quality is superb it's honestly one of the best performing eyeliner I've used thus far. The blushes and lipsticks are something worth checking out I know the Bee blush is very popular and it's sold out pretty much everywhere. My top picks are Jasper, Hyacinth, and Grace-Sea Turtle cheek shade.

I recently attended a very intimate Chantecaille event, we got to hear Sylvie speak about the brand. Her passion for the brand and how she gives back to the environment through the brand was very inspiring. I commend Chantecaille for thinking of the animals all while keeping their customers best interest in mind. I truly enjoyed learning so much about Chantecaille it was a remarkable experience.