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Laura Mercier “Spellbound” face illuminator

 in Beauty  tagged face / fall 2013 / laura mercier / reviews by

Laura Mercier’s new fall 2013 beauty collection “Dark Spell” includes a sparkling face illuminator; “Spellbound.” This fabulous pressed powder offers a natural, soft finish to your face which works on light to olive skin tones. The powder leaves the skin “illuminated” without adding shine or an oily effect. Love that!

I was thrilled when Laura Mercier sent me the fall 2013 face illuminator “Spellbound” to sample. When I first opened the compact, the beautiful wavy design took my breath away. I love when cosmetic companies take the time to make their beauty products beautiful; after all, the products are supposed to make us beautiful, so shouldn’t they be beautiful themselves? Yes, of course!

I was very pleased with how Laura Mercier’s face illuminator “Spellbound” worked on my skin. I wore it casually during the day without foundation and it set my blush as well as kept my skin from looking oily during the warm summer weather. I also tried “Spellbound” over foundation and concealer at night. Again, it kept my make-up set without allowing my skin to shine from oil. Perfection!

Laura Mercier’s new face illuminator “Spellbound” is my favorite beauty product. I am wearing it everyday for the perfect finish! I highly recommend “Spellbound” and rate the face illuminator five out of five stars.

Laura Mercier’s fall 2013 face illuminator “Spellbound” is priced at $42 and can be found online here.

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“Spellbound” face illuminator c/o Laura Mercier.

Photo: Cathy/Bay Area Fashionista 2013©

Laura Mercier Oil Free Supreme Foundation review and launch announcement

 in Beauty  tagged face / foundation / laura mercier / reviews / spring 2012 by

Laura Mercier has announced that they will be launching a new, oil free foundation on April 1, 2012. This exciting new make-up product is in line with Laura Mercier’s “Flawless Face” collection. The new, Oil Free Supreme Foundation is going to be available in twelve shades and includes vitamin-rich, soothing and anti-aging ingredients. Love that!

Laura Mercier was sweet enough to send me a sample of the new Oil Free Supreme Foundation so that our readers and I could see for ourselves how fabulous this foundation really can be. I tested the foundation and loved it! As someone with combination skin which is exposed to the outdoors on a daily basis, I found the foundation long-lasting with ample coverage. In addition to fabulous coverage, my face stayed matte-no afternoon shine! Love it!

Here are a few key points about the Oil Free Supreme Foundation by Laura Mercier from Laura Mercier!

KEY CLAIMS

-Oil-free, non-drying, lightweight formula glides on evenly on to skin and does not settle into fine lines.

-Visibly minimizes the appearance of pores for smoother skin.

-Buildable coverage, from moderate to full, evens skin tone.

-Provides a soft matte finish.

-Longwearing formula (lasts up to 8 hours) feels lightweight and comfortable on skin.

-Silicone-free, fragrance-free, non-greasy.

 

KEY INGREDIENTS

Aloe Bardadens – soothes and refresh skin.

Green Tea Leaf Extract – provides antioxidant and astringent properties.

Vitamin E – provides moisturizing properties.

Vitamin A – provides antioxidant and moisturizing capabilities and helps to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.

Panthenol – a hydrating agent that improves skin’s natural moisture balance.

Silica – porous mineral absorbs oils, visibly smoothes skin.

 

HOW TO USE

Laura’s Technique:

Shake well before using and apply to face with Laura’s Foundation Sponge or fingertips. For best results, use with a Foundation Primer.

SKUS: 12 (Porcelain Ivory, Blush Ivory, Warm Ivory, Sunny Beige, Vanilla Beige, Golden Beige, Shell Beige, Tawny Beige, Honey Beige, Suntan Beige, Toffee Bronze, Rich Sienna)

STATUS: Permanent (all shades)

SRP: $42.00

SIZE: 1 oz./29 ml

*The verdict is in. Laura Mercier’s new Oil Free Supreme Foundation has earned five out of five stars for a flawless, shine-free face. Fabulous!
Laura Mercier’s Oil Free Supreme Foundation can be pre-ordered from Laura Mercier’s website atlauramercier.com.

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*Bay Area Fashionista received a complimentary sample for consideration. We were not required to write a review of this product due to receipt of a product sample. Receipt of this sample did not influence our opinion. For more information, please read our disclaimer.

Spring 2012 beauty trends: Pastel powders versus the dark lip

 in Beauty / Nail Polish / Trends  tagged face / lipstick / spring 2012 by

Beauty is taking on a natural yet colorful look for the warm, spring 2012 season. Colorful, yet pastel shades of green, orange and more are taking over the faces of Fashionistas everywhere and adding a soft, understated pop of color to an otherwise natural, glowing face. There is also one other dominant beauty trend for the new, warm weather season; the dark lip.

Colorful yet natural: Eyes, cheeks and lips are being shown with natural and light applications of pastel hues; giving color a new life in the beauty world. Chanel is showing shades of creamy orange for spring 2012 in the form of soft eye shadow and sheer lipsticks which add the slightest sheen of color in the quietest of ways. Many designers are showing pale shades of orange, red, pink and even green.

Understated smoky eye: Another look from the runways has been to combine a soft smoky eye with either sheer, barely detectable lip stick or a dark, almost vamp lip which is suitable for evening occasions.

The dark lip: Dark lips graced runways in Milan, New York and London and were dramatic when shown with summery whites and pale neutrals. This look was often paired with light eye makeup, or soft smoky eyes.

Pastel and soft colors for spring work perfectly with all of spring’s trends; making it easy to invest in a small amount of make-up and wear it with everything. Pastel eyeshadows, blushes and sheer lipsticks are the perfect way to not overpower bright and bold colors this spring, while also staying soft when worn with pastels. A dark lip will instantly spice up the look for heading out into the night.

The biggest challenge is finding the perfect hue for your overall wardrobe and that matches your skin-tone. Look for shades of soft green, orange and pink. And remember, if the colors of the season look funny on your skin, don’t be a fashion victim. Seek out neutrals shades and wait for the new colors of summer.

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