1- Laura Mercier Pure Canvas Primer-Blurring
Laura Mercier recently launched their new primers, and my favorite at the moment is Pure Canvas silicone-free Blurring primer*. I've been an avid fan of their previous primers, and I've used them for years. My favorites are the hydrating and illuminating primers. The new primers are formulated with skin-loving ingredients, and it addresses specific skin concerns. I have very oily t-zone, and this oil-free, oil-absorbing primer helps mattify your skin, minimizes the appearance of pores and a soft-focus effect while extending the wear of makeup. The creamy texture helps the product glide on the skin with ease. I would say this is an ideal primer for oily skin.
2- Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30
I've been on a tinted moisturizer kick lately! I was so happy to be reunited with one of my favorite tinted moisturizers- Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer Spf 30*. The reformulated tinted moisturizer is available in 20 shades- I use the shade 4w1 Tawny. It has a creamy consistency, I love the sheer to light coverage with a dewy finish, and it does a pretty good job at covering redness on my cheeks and some acne old scars, It also doesn't cling to any dry patches or get cakey. I like to use my fingers to apply the product it gives a beautiful natural skin-like finish. It has great staying power, however, if you have oily skin I definitely recommend finishing off with a setting powder. This is the perfect base product for the no-makeup, makeup look.
3- Sisley Paris Phyto-Touche Sun Glow Bronzing Gel Powder
Sisley Paris Sun Glow Bronzing Gel Powder* gives you a natural, sun-kissed glow. It has a soft, sheer wash of color with a hint of shimmer. The unique finely-milled formula blends seamlessly on the skin. I love to use this for my daytime looks it looks absolutely gorgeous when the light hits on your cheeks. It is a bit pricy, but it's totally worth it!
4- Kjaer Weis Sun Touched Cream Blush
This cream blush converted me into a cream blush lover! Sun Touched is the perfect warm, peachy pink shade, and it's very flattering on my tan skin complexion. It is highly pigmented, and I've been using this blush pretty much every day. I have a full review on this blush here.
5- Laura Mercier Caviar Stick
Laura Mercier Caviar Sticks* has been my go-to lately. These are so convenient and easy to apply when you're on-the-go. I love the shade Cocoa, it's the perfect rich chocolaty brown shade. I like to use this as a base, or layer for a soft smokey eye look, or to create a winged liner. It's highly pigmented, long-wearing, crease-resistant, and it's very easy to blend, I like to use my fingers to blend out the product. I also love the shades- Rosegold, Moonlight, Sand Glow, and Burnished Bronze.
6- Chanel Rouge Allure Ink Matte Lip Colour
I haven't purchased anything from Chanel in a while, but during my birthday I decided to treat myself and I ended up purchasing 168 Serenity Rouge Allure Ink. I noticed this shade instantly amongst all the reds. It's a beautiful mauve rosy shade with a mousse-like texture. The non-drying, lightweight, smooth formula glides on like a gloss but dries down to a velvet-like finish. It's not very long-lasting, which is the only issue I have with the formula, and I also wish there were more nude shades available.
7- Decorte Beauty Rouge Velvet Lipstick
Decorte Beauty, kindly gifted a few of their Rouge Velvet Lipsticks, although the name says velvet, it has a more silky, satin-like finish. I love the shade BE80- it's a rosy nude shade. It's super-pigmented, hydrating, and long-lasting. It's pretty similar in color to Chanel 168, so depending on my mood, I pretty much rotated between these two lipsticks.
8- Merle Norman Wicked Lash Mascara
This is a new brand to me, and I was pleasantly surprised by this mascara. The Wicked Lash Mascara* has an oversized brush, and it adds volume, lengthens, and it doesn't weigh my lashes down. It also doesn't smudge or flakes, with just two coats, my lashes look full and long. It's definitely a keeper!
That's all for last month's beauty favorites. Do you spot any favorites here?
Press samples are marked with a * next to them. Some were purchased by me.
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Paul & Joe Beaute, a Japanese brand that does the most adorable packaging and beautifully embossed products. I had the pleasure of previewing their 2019 Autumn Collection a few weeks ago. This collection includes two primers, three Limited Edition CS lipsticks, six Sparkling eye colors, and two powder blushes. They also launched a few whimsical blush compacts and lipstick cases.
Les Vendanges, the wine harvest season in France. Fresh fruity taste. Rich, full body. A hint of spice. Create intoxicating and expressive looks as diverse as the aromas and flavors of beautiful wines in Autumn.
The collection is now available at Amazon.
Paul & Joe Pearl Foundation Primer
003 Pinot Noir- contains gold and red pearls to give skin a healthy, flushed glow.
004 Muscadet- contains gold and silver pearls to eliminate redness and discoloration.
The new primers ($36 for 1 fl.oz) are housed in a thick glass bottle which allows you to see the beautiful little pearls. It has a unique blend of light-reflecting pearls. The serum-like consistency glides onto the skin effortlessly, even out tone, and mask imperfections. The non-stick, cooling formula creates the ideal canvas for makeup application. It has a blend of three hyaluronates and three moisturizing botanicals, it provides an intense dose of hydration, and it's perfect for all skin types. Both primers are grape scented, and it's a little too strong for me but, it doesn't linger for long. These Pearl Foundation Primers addresses a variety of skin concerns. For a natural blushing radiance, apply Pinot Noir. To reduce redness and even tone, apply Muscadet.
I love the gel-like texture, it gives your skin a subtle healthy glow. The finely milled shimmer won't make you look greasy, it's a perfect way to prep your skin for a dewy base. I like to use these primers only on my cheeks since my t-zone is very oily, I try to avoid any shimmer or glow based products on those areas. I use 1-2 drops, and it instantly hydrates my skin, however, it doesn't blur out my pores or any imperfections. I think I will be reaching for these more during fall and winter when the harsh cold weather makes my skin incredibly dry.
Key Ingredients:
- Orange flower water
- White lily extract
- Apricot extract
- Sodium hyaluronate
- Acetyl hyaluronic acid
- Hydrolyzed sodium hyaluronate
Paul & Joe Sparkling Eye Color $23- A cream to powder formula that stays put all day long due to key ingredients evaporating upon application. It allows the product to create a flexible layer that firmly adheres to the eye without caking or fall out. It's a gel-based formula and rich concentration of oil.
Cream shadows have been my favorite lately. At first, I wasn't sure of these shadows since they're oil-based but, it glides on the lids with ease. It's highly pigmented with buildable coverage. I'm always scared of blue eyeshadows but 03 Midnight Hour immediately caught my eyes. These shadows can be used on its own, or a sheer wash of color, or as a sparkling topper. I used the neutral shades alone, and despite the shimmering metallic finish, it was still a very wearable everyday look. I like to use my fingers to apply the shadows, and they layer well with each other. I wore them for 5-6 hours and I find they last even longer if I use a base such as Laura Mercier Cocoa Caviar Stick.
Key ingredients:
- Orange flower extract
- White lily extract
- Jojoba seed oil
- Rosa roxburghii fruit extract
- Sodium hyaluronate
The Sparkling Eye Colors are now part of their permanent collection.
Paul & Joe Powder Blush ($18) and Compact ($10) these wine-inspired hues feature two complementary shades that can be worn alone for an intense pop of color, or blended if desired. Infused with red and gold pearls, these blushes give skin a radiant, luminous glow with just one swipe.
- 009 Le Vignoble- a brown-tinged red and rich berry
- 010 Vin Mature- a deep red and pearlescent deep pink
The floral embossing on the blushes is simply stunning! The blushes are rich in pigmentation, and the silky texture blends evenly. On my tan skin, both blushes give off a pink tint. I love mixing both shades, and I use a large fluffy Real Technique brush to apply these blushes.
Paul & Joe is back with an intoxicating new CS lipstick collection. These lipsticks are customizable, you have to purchase the lipstick cases ($9), and the bullets ($20) separately. As much as I love the cute cases, I do wish they were plastic instead of cardboard. I have tried P&J lipsticks before, and I was quite impressed by the comfortable formula, and high shine finish. These new limited-edition lipsticks are inspired by the wines hues. Formulated with a high concentration of moisturizing ingredients, and oils such as orange flower water and macadamia nut oil. The ultra-creamy texture has buildable coverage, and it's perfect for any occasion. The texture almost feels like a lip balm, it makes your lip look fuller and plumper.
There are three shades available:
- 118 Bourgogne- cool burgundy red
- 116 Les Vendanges- rich grape red
- 117 Wine Cooler- pink rose
118 and 117 have an opaque finish, and it also lasts a little longer than 116 which goes on more sheer. I wore them for 4-5 hours, before having to touch up, and 116 lasted for 1-2 hours before it started fading. I usually shy away from bold lip colors but, due to the sheer finish, Les Vendanges can be worn for day to day looks. They also launched three limited-edition lipstick cases 052- iconic cat and floral motif, 053- a whimsical, yet chic floral design, 054- a cheeky cat print, and Lipstick Case N ($12) in 002 Flamingo Pink.
Overall:
I'm truly impressed with P&J Beaute. I didn't expect to like it as much as I did but, the formula speaks for itself. I love the Sparkling eye colors and the CS Lipsticks. On my eyes, I'm wearing the shades 04 and 05 sparkling eye colors. If you're new to the brand, I would highly recommend their Lipsticks and Sparkling Eye Colors.
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I'm truly impressed with P&J Beaute. I didn't expect to like it as much as I did but, the formula speaks for itself. I love the Sparkling eye colors and the CS Lipsticks. On my eyes, I'm wearing the shades 04 and 05 sparkling eye colors. If you're new to the brand, I would highly recommend their Lipsticks and Sparkling Eye Colors.
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Kjaer Weis
Cream Blush in Sun Touched ($56 for 0.123 fl. oz)
Lip Balm ($50 for 0.13 fl. oz)
Kjaer Weis was founded by Kristen Kjaer Weis, who's a Newyork based makeup artist, she worked around the world for some of the most renowned fashion magazines like Vogue, Elle, and Marie Claire. As an in-demand makeup artist, Kirsten found that people were sacrificing the health of their skin by using irritating, synthetic makeup. The natural products, however, were not up to par in performance, and the luxury of the beauty experience was lost. Kirsten used her experience growing up in a natural environment and her knowledge of beauty to pursue uncharted territory in the industry, creating Kjaer Weis - a pioneer in organic, luxury beauty.
Kjaer Weis is leading the movement with high-performing, luxury makeup that is, as everything should be, organic and sustainable. Every batch of makeup has been inspected by hand and remains free of parabens, silicones, petrochemical emulsifiers and synthetic fragrances. Made in Italy, almost all of their products have been Certified Natural or Certified Organic by the stringent standards of the country’s certification body, the Controllo e Certificazione Prodotti Biologici.
I love discovering new brands so when I was asked to test out a few Kjaer Weis Products I was more than happy to do so. Today I'm going to review the KW Sun Touched cream blush and The Lip Balm. This brand screams luxury from the elegant packaging to the products itself. Kjaer Weis line contains foundations, eyeshadows, cream blushes, cream bronzers, highlighters, lipsticks, lip balm and lip tints. Everything in the line comes in a refillable pan which comes in paper cartons.
Kjaer Weis The Lip Balm
The Lip Balm is one of their newest product it is housed in a beautiful black, sleek heavy metal compact. This new KW Lip Balm is part of their Black collection- which is a new category for unisex products for every day, every moment and everybody. This is a lightweight, hydrating, nourishing lip balm that has ingredients such as:
Brazilian Nut Oil- Deeply hydrates without heaviness or stickiness. Nutrients like zinc, omega-3 fatty acids and Vitamin E work to ease distressed, dry skin.
Sunflower Seed- A high fatty-acid and Vitamin E content keeps skin protected from environmental stressors while firming and tightening its appearance.
Rosehip oil- It has smoothing anti-aging effects it softens and smoothes dry, flaky lips.
Chamomile-This antioxidant powerhouse delivers rich, emollient moisture. Soothes the skin and diminishes redness with anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal and antibacterial properties.
I love the texture of the balm it's not sticky or greasy It feels like I have nothing on my lips. I love using this under matte lipsticks it keeps my lips soft and hydrated throughout the day. It also has the finest shimmer it's not chunky glitter just a beautiful lustrous finish. Its petroleum, paraben free, not tested on animals and it's gluten-free.
Full Ingredients:
Octyldodecanol, Cera Alba (Beeswax) ∙, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Seed Oil∙, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil∙, C10-18 Triglycerides, Rosa Rubiginosa (Rose Hip) Seed Oil∙, Bertholletia Excelsa (Brazil Nut) Seed Oil∙, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glucosyl Hesperidin, Parfum(Fragrance), Ammonium Glycyrrhizate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil∙, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Gallic-Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax∙, Tocopherol, Triolein, ∙ organically grown
Brazilian Nut Oil- Deeply hydrates without heaviness or stickiness. Nutrients like zinc, omega-3 fatty acids and Vitamin E work to ease distressed, dry skin.
Sunflower Seed- A high fatty-acid and Vitamin E content keeps skin protected from environmental stressors while firming and tightening its appearance.
Chamomile-This antioxidant powerhouse delivers rich, emollient moisture. Soothes the skin and diminishes redness with anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal and antibacterial properties.
I love the texture of the balm it's not sticky or greasy It feels like I have nothing on my lips. I love using this under matte lipsticks it keeps my lips soft and hydrated throughout the day. It also has the finest shimmer it's not chunky glitter just a beautiful lustrous finish. Its petroleum, paraben free, not tested on animals and it's gluten-free.
Full Ingredients:
Octyldodecanol, Cera Alba (Beeswax) ∙, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Seed Oil∙, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil∙, C10-18 Triglycerides, Rosa Rubiginosa (Rose Hip) Seed Oil∙, Bertholletia Excelsa (Brazil Nut) Seed Oil∙, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glucosyl Hesperidin, Parfum(Fragrance), Ammonium Glycyrrhizate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil∙, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Gallic-Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax∙, Tocopherol, Triolein, ∙ organically grown
Kjaer Weis Cream Blush in Sun Touched
KW Sun Touched cream blush is a beautiful warm peachy coral shade and it's great for medium-dark skin with neutral or golden undertones. The blush comes in a heavy metal architectural design compact and the cover slides open to reveal the pan. The consistency is very creamy, lightweight and it's highly pigmented so you only need a few dots on the apple of your cheeks for a youthful, glowy sun-kissed look. I like to use my fingers to apply the blush the warmth of my fingers helps melt the product which helps blend out the blush seamlessly. The texture has some tackiness to it without it being too sticky. My cheeks are very dry and I find this cream blush extremely hydrating and it doesn't cling to any dry patches. I was pleasantly surprised at how well this blush performed. I usually have trouble with cream blushes fading midday, however, this is very long lasting it wore for 8-9 hours before it started fading. Here are some of the key ingredients:
Jojoba Seed Oil- Adds moisture to the skin.
Rosa Rubiginosa Seed Oil- Excellent tissue regeneration properties; fights signs of aging.
Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract- Antioxidant; works as a natural preservative.
Full Ingredients:
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Mica, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Seed Oil·, Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil·, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch·, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax·, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil·, Cera Alba (Beeswax) ·, Polyglyceryl-3 diisostearate, Rosa Rubiginosa (Rose Hip) Seed Oil·, Ammonium Glycyrrhizate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Vanilla Planifolia Fruit Extract·, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Dextrin, CI 77491 (Iron Oxide), CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 77492 (Iron oxide), CI 75470 (Carmine). Caution-Contains Carmine
Kjaer Weis Cream Blush in Sun Touched
Kjaer Weis Cream Blush in Sun Touched
Here's how Sun Touched looks on my tan skin with golden undertone as you can see it brightens up my complexion, giving my skin a healthy radiant glow. I'm a huge fan of all things peachy/coral shades and I absolutely love how this shade looks on me.
Kjaer Weis Cream Blush in Sun Touched & The Lip Balm
Final Verdict:
This is a luxury brand which means the products are quite pricey but the quality is superb and it performs really well. I'm really enjoying both products and look at that gorgeous glistening finish of the Lip Balm. So, If you haven't tried anything from Kjaer Weis yet, you should definitely check out the cream blushes because the formula is nothing but amazing!
Have you tried anything from Kjaer Weis? If so, let me know what is your favorite from the brand in a comment below. Im so intrigued and I can't wait to try more from KW!
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Tom Ford Shade & Illuminate Lips
Automatic, Impulse, and Tantalize $60 for 0.12 oz. each
Where to purchase: Nordstrom, Beautylish
Tom Ford Shade & Illuminate Lips
Product Info:
Tom Ford Shade & Illuminate Lips bring the play of light and dark, integral to Tom Ford's face philosophy, to color contouring. Two shades (one dark and one light) complement for shaping lips with high pigmentation in a velvet matte finish. Using the dual-ended applicator, featuring a sponge on one end and a lip brush on the other, both shades can be applied to create a subtle to dramatic ombré effect. The powder-gelèe formula features emollient oils and a blend of polymers that provide rich color release and adherence. Each color combination is designed to complement every skin tone.
Tom Ford Shade & Illuminate Lips
Today I will be reviewing Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate Lips in Automatic, Impulse and Tantalize. If you haven't seen my previous sneak peek/first impression post with the complete swatches of Tom Ford Spring Collection 2017 check it out here. The packaging of these lip duos are the same size as their blush compact, and it comes with a dual ended brush. There is a total of six shades I purchased three I decided to play it safe and grabbed two nudes and a pop of color. These lip duos are very creamy in texture, and it's highly pigmented. Although these lipsticks have a matte finish, they're not drying on the lips, and it doesn't settle into the lines. I love how lightweight these lipsticks are, and it's so velvety and silky in consistency. I also love how the shades were put together you can create an ombre lips by applying the darker shade then dab the lighter shade in the middle you can actually play with these lip duos and get creative with it.
Tom Ford Shade & Illuminate Lips
I've noticed the nude duos are more matte than the bright ones so if you have very dry chapped lips I suggest priming your lips well before applying the lipsticks. I must admit I was skeptical at first cause I don't really like to use a lip palette, but to my surprise, I've been using these non-stop ever since I purchased them. I prefer using the lip brush than the sponge, and I like to use a lip liner with these lip duos I find layering it helps these lipsticks last longer. These had worn for 3-4 hours before it started fading and the bright shade did leave a light stain behind.
Tom Ford Automatic Shade & Illuminate Lips
- Automatic- It's a pale beige nude and a brown nude shade.
Tom Ford Impulse Shade & Illuminate Lips
- Impulse- It's a light pink nude and a dark mauve shade. ( my favorite!)
Tom Ford Tantalize Shade and Illuminate Lips
- Tantalize- It's a peachy nude and a bright, warm coral shade. (love this one too)
Tom Ford Shade & Illuminate Lips
Tom Ford Shade & Illuminate Lips Swatches
Overall
I'm a big fan of Tom Ford lipsticks, and I really like these lip duos the colors are coordinated perfectly, and my favorite ones are Impulse and Tantalize. All though I'm used to the traditional lipstick bullet I don't mind carrying and using these lip palettes, and it's very easy to apply with the mini brush.
What are your thoughts on the Shade and Illuminate Lip Duos? Did you pick anything up from the Tom Ford Spring Collection 2017? Please let me know in a comment below I love to read your picks.
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Tom Ford Shade & Illuminate Lips and Cheeks
Where to purchase: Nordstrom, Beautylish
Top Row: Automatic, Impulse, Tantalize
Bottom Row: Possession, Nikita, Saboteur
Tom Ford launched a new collection featuring six Shade & Illuminate Lips ($60 for .12 oz.) and two cheeks ($80 for .49 oz.). When I first saw the pictures of the Tom Ford Shade and Illuminate Lips I thought they were eyeshadow duos but once I discovered they're lipstick duos I actually liked the looks of these, and I was very intrigued. I found the Shade & Illuminate Cheeks similar (color wise) to an earlier TF collection which contained two powder blush and highlighter duos Softcore and Stroked. I purchased three out of the six lips duos, and I decided to pass on the cheek duos. Keep reading to find out which shades I've bought and swatches of all six lips and two cheeks Shade and Illuminate duos! Review here
Tom Ford Shade & Illuminate Lips
Product Info:
SHADE AND ILLUMINATE LIPS bRING THE PLAY OF LIGHT AND DARK INTEGRAL TO TOM FORD'S FACE PHILOSOPHY TO COLOR CONTOURING. TWO SHADES, ONE LIGHT, AND ONE DARK, COMPLEMENT FOR SHAPING LIPS WITH HIGH PIGMENTATION IN A VELVET MATTE FINISH. USING THE DUAL-ENDED APPLICATOR, FEATURING A SPONGE ON ONE END AND A LIP BRUSH ON THE OTHER, BOTH SHADES CAN BE APPLIED TO CREATE A SUBTLE TO DRAMATIC OMBRE EFFECT. TOM FORD'S POWDER-GELEE FORMULA FEATURES EMOLLIENT OILS AND A BLEND OF POLYMERS THAT PROVIDE RICH COLOR RELEASE AND ADHERENCE. EACH COLOR COMBINATION IS DESIGNED TO COMPLEMENT EVERY SKIN TONE.
Tom Ford Shade & Illuminate Lips
- Automatic- A very pale nude and a brown nude shade.
- Impulse- A pinky nude and a dark mauve shade.
- Tantalize- A peachy and a warm coral shade.
- Possession- A light pink and a bright fuchsia shade.
- Nikita- A cherry red and a dark burgundy shade.
- Saboteur- A bright purple and a deep berry shade.
Tom Ford Shade & Illuminate Lips Swatches
I love how there's an option for everyone here in this collection it will cater to nude lipstick lovers as well as bold and bright lipstick lovers. These lip palettes come with a dual mini brush a sponge applicator and a well-functioning lip brush. I noticed a few different finishes here it's a mix of velvety matte, satin and creamy finish. The texture of these lipsticks are amazing it felt very silky and soft also each, and every one of them are highly pigmented. I love how you can create an ombre effect with these duos if you saw the campaign shot of the model wearing what I believe is Saboteur it looked absolutely stunning!
Tom Ford Shade & Illuminate Cheeks
Product Info:
SHADE AND ILLUMINATE CHEEKS BRINGS THE PLAY OF LIGHT AND DARK INTEGRAL TO TOM FORD'S FACE PHILOSOPHY TO COLOR CONTOURING. THIS DUET OF HIGHLIGHTING AND SHADING CREAMS IS DESIGNED TO MAKE DIMENSIONAL COLOR CONTRASTING OF CHEEKS REMARKABLY SIMPLE. THE PEARLESCENT, HIGHLIGHTING SHADE BRIGHTENS AND DRAWS LIGHT TO SKIN TO AMPLIFY CHEEKBONES. THE VIBRANT BLUSH TONE DEEPENS AND DEFINES FOR THE PERFECT FLUSH OF COLOR. EACH COLOR COMBINATION IS DESIGNED TO COMPLEMENT EVERY SKIN TONE. THE SUPER SHEER SHADE AND ILLUMINATE FORMULA BLENDS EASILY ONTO SKIN, DESIGNED TO WORK WITH EXTERIOR LIGHT TO HIGHLIGHT AND SHADOW NATURALLY.
Tom Ford Shade & Illuminate Cheeks
- Scintillate- A light champagne and a light peachy shade.
- Sublimate- A soft light pink and a light berry shade.
Tom Ford Shade & Illuminate Scintillate Cheeks
Tom Ford Shade & Illuminate Sublimate Cheeks
Tom Ford Shade & Illuminate Cheeks Swatches
All though I like Tom Ford cream products I had to pass on these two reason being they're not as pigmented as I expected them to be. I have a hard time working with cream blushes it seems to fade away rather quickly on my oily combination skin. The texture felt very light and creamy, and I can see this giving you a youthful glow, but I'm not sure about the longevity about this one.
For me, I couldn't pass on the lip palettes, and I'm glad I didn't they're really worth looking into. The Cheek duos not so much. As I mentioned before I purchased three shades Automatic, Impulse and Tantalize which I will do a detailed review on shortly Review here. Meanwhile, I hope you enjoyed this quick sneak peek. What are your thoughts on the new TF Beauty Spring 2017 collection? Have you checked them out yet?
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Hello! I wanted to discuss gentle cleansers which are great for sensitive, oily or dry skin. I use these cleansers during my A.M. routine. I usually use toner, essence, serum, night cream and follow up with an oil so I love using a mild calming and soothing cleanser in the morning that plumps and refreshes my skin. I don't prefer double cleansing in the morning, a gentle cleanser gets the job done just right. Sometimes finding the perfect cleanser for your skin can be difficult so today I've gathered up 5 cleansers that will suit different skin types. Let's begin!
Philosophy Purity Made Simple Ingredients:
- Sodium Lauroamphoacetate: Acts as a mild surfactant that gently cleanses the skin without irritating or residue.
- Meadowfoam Seed Oil: Lightly hydrates and leaves skin comfortable.
- Sodium Trideceth Sulfate: Pulls dirt, debris and makeup from the skin and dissolves them.
- Twelve-Essential Oil Blend (including Rosewood, Sandalwood, and Sage): Helps soften, soothe, and rejuvenate the skin.
Water, Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Sodium Trideceth Sulfate, Limnanthes Alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Coco-Glucoside, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Alcohol, Peg-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Aniba Rosaeodora (Rosewood) Wood Oil, Geranium Maculatum Oil, Guaiacum (Guaiacum Officinale) Extract, Cymbopogon Martini Oil, Rosa Damascena Extract, Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Oil, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Oil, Cinnamomum Cassia Leaf Oil, Anthemis Nobilis Flower Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil, Piper Nigrum (Pepper) Seed Extract, Polysorbate 20, Glycerin, Carbomer, Triethanolamine, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Citric Acid, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Yellow 5 (Ci 19140).
Philosophy Purity Made Simple ($36.00 for 16oz) has been a favorite of mine for many many years, I even got my mom and sister hooked on it. This is an award-winning, highly effective facial cleanser to tone and hydrate skin and it's also formulated for all skin types. The packaging is a plastic bottle with a press flip cap. Purity Made Simple is a light yellow color with a milky consistency and it's got a light fresh herbal scent to it. This cleanser lathers up very mildly it doesn't get quite soapy and although it removes most of the makeup I wouldn't rely on just this cleanser to remove every trace of makeup. It doesn't strip away the natural oil nor does my skin begs to be moisturized right after cleansing, it leaves my skin feeling clean and refreshed. If you're going to use this face wash to remove makeup I suggest doing the double cleansing method after you use a makeup wipe just to ensure you're removing all makeup residue from the skin. With winter approaching this would make an ideal cleanser for sensitive dry skin. This is available at Sephora and Nordstrom.
Derma|e Purifying Gel Cleanser Ingredients:
- Kimarine Wakame and Bladderwrack Marine Algae helps boost skin purity and resiliency. It is potassium rich, magnesium rich seaweed that is clinically proven to protect skin against environmental pollutants.
- Activated Charcoal eliminates toxins from skin's surface.
- Green Tea delivers potent antioxidant defense.
- Aloe Leaf Juice revives skin with fresh, healthy hydration.
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Glycerin, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Cellulose Gum, Charcoal Powder, Fucus Vesiculosus (Bladderwrack) Extract, Undaria Pinnatifida (Wakame, Kimarine) Extract, Epilobium Angustifolium (Canadian Willowherb) Extract, Organic Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract* (.1%), Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin.
Derma|e Purifying Gel Cleanser ($15.50 for 6 fl oz.) is a gel cleanser that's targeted toward normal to oily skin. This cleanser comes in a tube and it's a certified organic product it's fragrance-free, sulfate-free, pH-balanced formula that lathers away sweat, oil and toxin build-up for a clean, refreshed, glowing complexion. The consistency is very thin and soft and it lathers up really well, leaving skin soft and smooth. I started using this cleanser a few months ago when the weather was much warmer so far I'm really impressed by this product. I only use this cleanser during my morning routine and I would recommend this for the A.M. since its quite mild. Also a little goes a long way when it comes to this face wash it's been about 4-5 months and as you can see the tube is still full. It's 100% vegan with minimal ingredients which makes it the perfect face wash to get your skin refreshed and plumping for the day. I have oily skin and this really helps keep the oil at bay without getting any dry patches. Despite being a cleanser for normal to oily skin type I can see this cleanser working well on dry skin too since it does contain some hydrating properties. I absolutely recommend this cleanser it's a good one! This is mineral oil free, cruelty-free, paraben free, gluten free, lanolin free, GMO-free. It's available at Wholefoods, Target, Ulta and Derma|e.
Yes To Cucumber Daily Gel Cleanser Ingredients:
- Cucumber a soothing vegetable extract.
- Green Tea a calming herb.
Yes To Cucumbers Daily Gel Cleanser ($5.89 from 9.99 for 3.38 fl oz.) is naturally derived hypoallergenic, dermatologist tested formulations blend soothing botanicals with other ingredients to help keep sensitive skin supple. This cleanser was recommended to me by my friend Michelle and since we both have similar skin type I had to try it. Yes To brand is a natural beauty line, made with fruits and veggies and it's free from parabens, free of Petroleum and SLS. The consistency is very thin and it smells amazing like a fresh cucumber although it doesn't lather well it does get the job done. I have to admit I go through these tubes within weeks but since it's so affordable I don't find this to be a big issue, I just purchase two tubes at a time. This cleanser is 98% natural so if you have very sensitive skin, then this is definitely worth checking out. This is available at Target and Ulta.
Mila Moursi Cleansing Foam Ingredients:
Water, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate, Disodium Laureth Sulfoacetate, Glyceryl Monostearate SE, Stearic Acid, Prunus Armeniaca, (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Cetyl Alcohol, Panthenol, Resveratrol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Trepenone, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, sh-Polypeptide 7, Distinctive Phytostem Buddleja Davidii Meristem Cell Culture, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Allantoin, Butylene Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate, 1, 2 Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Bisabolol, Fragrance (Parfum).
Mila Moursi Cleansing Foam ($70.00 for 3.4 fl oz.) effectively dissolve and removes impurities while maintaining your skin's delicate balance. This is pure luxury, I love starting my day with this cleanser and this product quickly became a staple in my morning routine. I love the simple packaging, it smells amazing (like you're in a spa), the consistency is creamy and it lathers up really well. A little goes a long way when it comes to this cleansing foam but to be honest the fragrance of this cleanser is so good that sometimes I squeeze out more product than I should (note: I'm at fault here). This is a lightweight, non-drying, soothing and hydrating cleanser. I think this is a great cleanser for all skin type. I'm running low on this I've been using it for about 5-6 months and I'm definitely going to repurchase this item. This is available at Space NK, Beautylish, Mila Moursi, and Barneys.
Estee Lauder Perfectly Clean Foam Cleanser/Purifying Mask Ingredients:
Water, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Isohexadecane, Glycerin, Hexyldecyl Stearate, Squalane, Petrolatum, Glyceryl Stearate, Silybum Marianum (Lady's Thistle) Extract, Gentiana Lutea (Gentian) Root Extract, Algae Extract, Sorbitol, Caffeine, Isododecane, Sucrose, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Hydrogenated Polydecene, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Carbomer, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Zinc PCA, Hexylene Glycol, Fragrance, Potassium Hydroxide, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol.
Estee Lauder Perfectly Clean Foam Cleanser/Purifying Mask ($25.00 to $28.00 for 5 oz) is a refreshing foam that cleanses gently yet thoroughly. I received this deluxe size (1 fl oz.) tube as a GWP and I fell in love with it the very first time I used it. This cleanser smells divine I can't put my finger on it and it kind of lingers which I love! It lathers into this silky rich foamy texture, you only need a little bit of this and it leaves my skin feeling supple, fresh and luminous. I used this as a mask once and it isn't my favorite way of using this product I like to use this strictly as a cleanser. I noticed after using this cleanser my skin feels a little tight so I would say this is ideal for oily to combination skin. It's been over a month I've been using this cleanser and I still got a good amount of product left so this cleanser lasts a long time. Although EL suggests this cleanser for both A.M. and P.M. I find this cleanser doesn't do a great job removing makeup that well it's more useful as a morning face wash. I will be purchasing the full size of Perfectly Clean Foam soon, this is available at Estee Lauder, Nordstrom, and Sephora.
If you made it this far then thanks for stopping by and I hope you enjoyed this post. What's your favorite A.M. cleanser? Please leave it in a comment below, I would love to know your picks.
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