And it lasted about seven to eight hours on my slight dry cheeks. The bronzer blended like a dream over the top of my NARS Sheer Glow foundation (if you're going to use high end, why not go all out). It is very easy to sheer out or build up to the desired level. The bronzer itself is also not overly pigmented so it's easy not to over do. It is definitely too warm for contouring but it brings warmth to any complexion. To blend it out, I used the Real Techniques contour brush. To apply, I took a couple of swipes with my finger and placed it under my cheek bones and around my hair line. They all provide an inner bronze glow rather than emphasizing my pores. But recently I've started using NARS famous Laguna bronzer and the Physician's Formula Bronze Booster in Med/Dark, and they have the same micro-shimmer throughout and have found that this is not the case. I am not a huge fan of glittery bronzers because I find that glitter can sometimes enhance my big pores. When applied to the cheek it leaves a nice glow to the skin. In my swatch here, you can see very slight glimmers of the micro-shimmer. It has gold micro-shimmer throughout the whole bronzer but seems undetectable unless you are under direct sunlight. It also not completely matte, which I came to believe until I swatched it first hand at a Chanel counter.
Upon application it does change into a powder-like finish and does not leave the skin dewy. It does have a strong orange-y undertone when swatched but it sheers out beautifully to a warm bronze tone. So I wasn't sure if it'd even show up on me because I am already quite tan. I was quite adamant about purchasing it because I had researched several swatches online and most of the girls were a paler complexion compared to me. I'm not up for sharing so I don't mind using my own clean fingers. Some may find that application may contaminate the product, but you can always use a spatula or wash your hands thoroughly. Don't be fooled by how it looks, the product is quite solid and almost melts at the touch. It has a thinner consistency and does not feel heavy on the face at all. If you've felt the Maybelline Smooth Mousse Foundation (that has been discontinued recently), it has a similar texture although the Chanel bronzer isn't as slippery. I find that if I apply anything under my foundation, I end up buffing it away. (23) Hourglass Ambient Lighting Blush in Mood ExposureĬhanel website states that it is a "light cream-gel bronzer" that can be used over or under foundation. (21) Maybelline Dream Lumi concealer in Nude. ( 20) Nars Sheer Glow Foundation in Stromboli.
(18) MAC Prep + Prime Highlighter in Peach Lustre.
( 16) MAC Pro Longwear concealer in NC20. (15) Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powder in Dim Light. (10) Physician's formula Bronze Booster in Med/Dark.
(8) Maybelline Full n' Soft Waterproof Mascara in Blackest Black. (7) Stila All Day Waterproof Liquid Liner. (6) Australis Fresh & Flawless pressed powder in Darkest Brown. (5) Rimmel Fix & Perfect Pro primer in 002. (1) Pur Minerals Soul Mattes Eyeshadow Palette. So regardless of the weather, I'm happy to wear any colour depending on my mood. Meh, Melbourne weather has never been very reliable. Yeah, I don't really care that we're in the midst of summer, as I say this it is pouring outside and a cool change is about. No.My favourite colour at the moment is burgundy. Miss Selfridge sparkly e/s fever 690 (reddish)ġ7 trio summer nights purple/fucshia/goldish white Miss Selfridge sparkly e/s halo 686 (white silver) Miss Selfridge sparkly e/s water world 618 (turquoise) Miss Selfridge sparkly e/s electric 327 (blue) Miss Selfridge sparkly e/s goldeneye 685 (gold) MAC palette with pro store pans - chrome yellow/pink freeze/pink venus/arena £12 *was given to me by journalist friend, was a beauty review sample and has no label on base, genuine mac but I have no idea what shade it is, you may be able to guess! Unknown burgundy/bronze mac pigment (full size) £6* I have feedback on makeupalley as buzzy_bijou and also ebay lemonsqueezy81. Majority of items are rare and were ltd editions. Will be wrapped in bubblewrap and sent in bubble envelope. I do not have boxes for items unless otherwise stated. All items have been used a few times but are in very good condition. Minimum £5 spend, UK only sale, paypal only please to sale, so hope I am doing everything ok! P&P is £2 for recorded delivery up 3-4 items, more than this will be more according to weight.