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Roseraie des Délices – Lancôme Spring 2012…

January 18, 2012

Lancôme have launched their Spring 2012 collection – Roseraie des Délices. The collection was inspired by a beautiful rose garden in the outskirts of Paris. It fuses delicate pastel nuances with retro shades inspired by macaroons and barley sugars.

La Roseraie Blush Palette (€45)

Designed to illuminate and even out the skin in a sheer veil. The rosy tones brighten whilst the peach tones warm the skin. The blush also contains Mother of Pearl which corrects the skin tone.

French Touch Absolu Lipstick (€30)

Based on the 1954 lipstick ‘Grand Canal’, this lipstick is chic and luxe. It has a beautiful sheer texture. Available in 3 shades:

314 Rose Cotton (radiant fucshia)
316 Cotton Candy (bubblegum pink – below)
318 Sweet Marmalade (zesty tangerine orange)

French Touch Absolu Lipstick Cotton Candy

Les Yeux Doux (€45)

Available in 2 colours. These palettes are subtle and sheer – more sophisticated than extreme.

Vert Tenaresse – delicate pistachio and mid hues
Rose Romance – sensual pale pinks and accents of fuchsia

Color Fever Gloss (€20)

Hydrating with a lavender fragrance. Available in 3 shades:

386 Green Petal (above) – frost affected when worn over lipstick
387 Tangerine Petal
388 Rose Petal

*Available at Lancôme counters now.

What are your thoughts on this collection? Does anything jump out at you?

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A Red Lipstick sort of a Day…

November 29, 2011

I felt like donning a red lipstick today. Don’t ask me why, it just felt right :) I haven’t worn red in a really long time. I tend to apply it and then change my mind. Not today.

I opted for Lancome’s new collaboration with Kate Winslet – Rouge L’Absolu Rouge BX in 132 Caprice.

Here’s a rough application to give you an idea of the colour…

And a full face shot – beware there is very little other make-up left on my face…

This is such an old-time glamour shade, but with a more modern finish. Although it’s intense, it’s very wearable and works very well on fair skin. It also smells lovely, in an old-school way. This shade makes me want to don a vintage dress and paint the town red.

The finish is satiny. It’s very easy to apply, in fact the shape of the lipstick means you could by-pass the liner entirely (although I always wear one with red). It also lasted well on my lips, hours in fact and it’s not drying at all.

I love the packaging – sleek. The magnetic closure is a god send, I wish all lippies came with one.

This collection was created with Kate Winslet in aid of the Golden Hat Foundation. I blogged about the collection recently if you haven’t seen it. (Link)

Do you have a favourite red?

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Lancôme 2011 Holiday Collection – Created Kate Winslet

October 29, 2011

Lancôme’s 2011 Holiday Collection was created by Kate Winslet in aid of The Golden Hat Foundation*.

The collection includes five L’Absolu Rouge Lipsticks (€25.00 each), five new Le Vernis Polishes (€20.50) and the beautiful Poudre Golden Hat Powder (€45.00). I have my eye on that powder!! All of the products are embossed with the foundation’s logo and the actress’ signature.

In order to support Kate Winslet with this project, Lancôme has worked alongside her to create a limited edition make-up collection and will donate €150,000 to the “Golden Hat Foundation”.

The “Golden Hat Foundation” was created by Kate Winslet after she narrated the Icelandic documentary – “A Mother’s Courage: Talking Back to Autism” (a.k.a. “The Sunshine Boy”) – in which she followed the story of a child with autism. Touched by this boy’s life, she wanted to become more involved and began by developing a book project (to be published in the near futur) which brings together hundreds of self-portrait photographs by celebrities from the art and film world, each wearing the foundation’s symbolic hat. The objective? To raise money. She then went on to set up her own foundation, naming it after the poem “The Golden Hat”, written by Keli Thorsteinsson, the child featured in the documentary.

On counters from 1st November.

What do you think of the collection?

*About the Golden Hat Foundation:
The Golden Hat Foundation is a non-profit foundation that aims to better the lives of autistic children by removing or limiting the barriers they face. Its mission is to teach autistic children how to communicate more clearly, as well as offer them education, job training, recreational activities adapted to their disability. Autism is a pathology caused by a neurological development anomaly while the brain is maturing that affects a person’s sensorial and neurological functioning. Today autism affects over 67 million people worldwide. Of all the serious developmental conditions, autism is the one seeing the most significant global growth.

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Review: Lancome Flash Bronzer Anti-Age

June 8, 2011

Review time! Today it’s Lancome Flash Bronzer Anti-Age, their first anti-aging self tanner for the face.

I know many a Flash Bronzer fan! I think this is because the colour seems to work well on Irish skin tones. I have one friend who has pretty much no pigmentation in her skin and no self tanners actually show up on her yet she loves the Flash Bronzer spray.

Press image used since Mother dearest has the bottle :)

I gave the anti-ageing self tanner a go last week. It felt moisturising without being greasy. My skin has recently returned to it’s normal/combination state, the dry skin is no more. If I had dry skin right now I think this bronzer would have suited me better but as it stands it’s a little rich. In the interest of fairness I passed it on to my mum who has dry skin and is concerned about ageing skin. It has to be said, she’s a little biased as she is a big Lancome fan anyway but she promised she would judge this bronzer based on it’s own merits.

The good:

Contains SPF 15. Obviously this isn’t designed for sunbathing but at least it provides some environmental protection.
Easy to apply
Dries fast on dry skin
Vitamin E provides protection and soft skin
Contains Algusium C which is said to boost collagen production and provide hydration
Didn’t streak
Comes in two shades – Golden and Bronze
My Mum liked it. She said her skin felt moisturised and that the colour was subtle without a hint of orange. Winner.

The bad:

The usual dha tanning smell, but hey, what self tan doesn’t
It’s pricey at €35 but then again it’s a self tanner and anti-ageing product in one
May not be suitable for oily or spot prone skin

Have you tried any of the Lancome Flash Bronzer collection? What do you think of them?

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Lancôme’s Trio of O’s

June 7, 2011

This one if for you perfume addicts!

Lancôme’s Trio of O’s, three light, fresh fragrances that transport you to the sunshine and warmth of the French Riviera.

Ô DE LANCÔME

Ô de Lancôme has been around since 1969. It’s described as light and crisp, sexy and spirited and a thousand drops of freshness in a bottle. To my unsophisticated nose this is a predominantly citrus scent with floral notes and a hint of sandalwood. This one is a little too traditional and mature for me.

Top Notes: Bergamot, Lemon, Mandarin
Heart Notes: Basil, Rosemary, Coriander, Jasmine, Honeysuckle
Base Notes: Oakmoss, Vetiver, Patchouli

Ô D’AZUR

O d’Azur is a floral, Summer scent reminiscent of the Mediterranean. Its rose centre pays homage to Lancôme’s heritage whilst Ô de Lancôme’s inimitable citrus notes are revived with Calabrian Lemon Essence.

Top Notes: Calabrian Lemon Essence, Lychee, Galbanum, Bergamot
Heart Notes: Turkish Damask Rose, Peony, Ecuadorian Pink Pepper
Base Notes: Woody musk

Ô DE L’ORANGERIE

This is the latest Ô fragrance. It’s described as a light zesty orange blossom fragrance rounded off by the softness of jasmine petals with vibrant woody accents which heightens the senses. Fresh and velvety, yet intense and delicate, the orange blossom emerges mysteriously.

Top Notes: Orange Zest, Orange Blossom Essential Oil
Heart Notes: Orange Blossom Absolu, Jasmine
Base Notes: Cedar, Benzoin

Each bottle costs €35.00 for 75ml.

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Avon ANEW Rejuvinate Kit – Skin Revitalising 14 Day System

April 16, 2011

Avon have put together anti-ageing kits which claim to rejuvinate your skin in two weeks. I got my hands on the Anew Rejuvenate Kit – Skin Revitalising 14 Day System.

This kit is aimed at those in their thirties, Ok so I’m a few years shy of the thirty mark but they don’t sell one for twenty somethings. I’ve decided to give this kit a go in aid of prevention :) There are different kits for those in their 30′s, 40′s , 50′s and 60′s.

The kit comes with:

1. Revitalising 2-in-1 Gel Cleanser (50ml)

2. Night Revitalising Cream (15ml)

3. Day Revitalising Cream SPF25 (15ml)

4. 24 Hour Eye Cream (Full size)

They sell the kits for €10 and the contents are worth €42. It’s a great way to try test the products without committing to full size pots. It would be ideal for a holiday since you would have everything you need for the fortnight.

I’ll reluctantly give up my Lancome Renergie Yeux for two weeks (friggin’ amazing!). I will start my testing today and get back to you after the two weeks are up.

Have you tried any of Avon’s skin care products?

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Eye Cream Review – Lancome Rénergie Yeux Multiple Lift (new)

March 31, 2011

I have been using Lancome Rénergie Yeux Multiple Lift for 4 weeks now and I’m a happy lady.

What is it?

Essentially it’s an eye cream and concealer duo. It claims to provide a firmer eye contour, minimise crow’s feet, fine lines and wrinkles, diminished dark circles, reduced under eye puffiness and make the eye area more luminous.

Application

I always enjoy the application of this product. I apply the cream morning and night and the concealer part morning only. I pat the cream under my eye focusing on the areas where I suspect crows feet might form in a few years (fingers crossed for a few years and not sooner!)

I have noticed a difference in the fine lines under my eye. They were very minor but aren’t really visible at all now.

The concealer part

The concealing layer is my favourite.I pat it on under my eye, on my inner eye and on the lid after morning application of the cream. Instantly, I look rested and awake. I like this so much that I could see myself getting a little addicted to it. I like that before I even apply any make-up I look rested.

It doesn’t settle into fine lines and there is no need to set it like make-up. It counteracts under eye discoloration and hides any veins and reduced puffiness. I haven’t used any under eye concealer since I started using it.

Scent, packaging and price…

Scent wise, I would say this product smells typically Lancome. If you’re familiar with the brand you’ll know the scent I mean, it’s hard to describe.

I really like the packaging. It has a little mirror in the top which helps whilst applying the concealing layer. The main cream is housed in a separate jar under the concealer layer.

Price? Friggin’ expensive! But worth it in my opinion. It suits my needs perfectly. When the jar in finished I suspect I will miss this, I sense a re-purchase on the cards.

My final thoughts

I like this product for prevention and first signs of ageing. As for whether it would work on more mature skin, I’m afraid I can’t be of help there as I’m in my twenties. Maybe I’ll pass it on to my mum for a few weeks and see how she gets on with it. I’ll keep you updated.

I’m a fan.

What eye cream do you use, if any?

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Lancôme Best of Beauty

March 24, 2011

I’ve always liked Lancôme’s skincare products. Since they’re a little more expensive I tend to buy when they’re on special. There are two offers on at the moment for those of you who are interested.

1. You can get a Lancôme Best of Beauty kit or €46 when you spend €35 on skincare. I’m thinking of buying something for myself and then the Best of Beauty for Mother’s Day :) The contents of the kit are worth over €161 and contain their best products.

Best of Beauty Contains:

Bi-Facil Eye Makeup Remover (full size – 125ml)
Nutrix Hand Cream (full size – 100ml)
Galatéis Douceur (125ml)
Tonique Douceur (125ml)
Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate (7ml)
Hypnôse Mini Mascara Black (2ml)
Rénergie Lift Volumetry Day Cream (15ml)
Génifique Youth Activating Night Cream (15ml)
Juicy Tubes: Marshmallow Electro (7ml)

2. Best of Beauty at Brown Thomas (exclusive). This kit costs €60 with any €35 on Lancôme skincare
The kit is worth €208.

Contains:

Bi-Facil Eye Makeup Remover (full size – 125ml)
Nutrix Hand Cream (full size – 100ml)
Galatéis Douceur (125ml)
Tonique Douceur (125ml)
Génifique Youth Activating Concentrate (7ml)
Hypnôse Mini Mascara Black (2ml)
Absolue Precious cells Day Cream (15ml)
Absolue Precious cells Night Cream (15ml)
L’Absolu Rouge Mini 06

Do you have any Lancôme favourites?

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Nude Lipstick Alert! NEW Lancôme L’Absolu Nu Lipsticks

March 15, 2011

Lancôme have launched a new range of lipsticks – L’Absolu Nu. There are a range of nudes to suit every lip colour whilst providing lip care. I’m excited.

Ready, set, drool…

“L’Absolu Nu is divided into 3 colour families that correspond to this pigmentation diversity. Every woman will therefore be able to find her perfect lipstick amongst L’Absolu Nu’s colours, choosing according to the natural shade of her lips”.

The lipsticks are available exclusively from Brown Thomas Lancôme Counters Cork, Dublin, Galway and Limerick until April 3rd 2011 and from Lancôme counters nationwide from 4th April, with a recommended Retail Price: €25.50.

I can’t wait to have a closer look at these.

What do you think?

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Lancôme Renergie Yeux Multiople Lift – Next for testing!

March 3, 2011

Next on my testing list is Lancôme Renergie Yeux Multiople Lift. I will be testing it on myself but since I have minimal eye aging issues, for now, a friend of mine who hates her crows feet , darkness and puffiness will also be testing the product.

This is a double formula treatment which claims to produce six effects:

a firmer eye contour
minimised crow’s feet
fine lines and wrinkles
diminished dark circles
reduced under eye puffiness
and a visibly more luminous eye

The cream also claims to help the skin around the eye contour to become progressively firmer.

Sounds good right? I’m in. I haven’t used many eye creams before, you may have noticed their absence on my blog.

Recommended application:

Step 1: gently apply a small amount of cream to the eye contour starting at the inner corner of the eye: Under the eye, smooth over any puffiness or dark circles. On the upper eyelid, including over the eyebrow.From the outer corner of the eye up to the temple to smooth out crow’s feet. Repeat each movement three times.

Step 2: after applying the cream, apply the protective illuminating treatment with the fingertips over three specific areas: The inner corner of the eye, dark circles and puffiness, below the eyebrows. Carry out light, circular movements until the texture blends perfectly into the skin.

The cream should be applied every morning to clean skin before applying make-up.

I think I can manage that!

Complimentary ‘eye spa service’ at the launch

Also to celebrate the launch Lancôme Arnotts team are in store today from 6pm and they are offering a complimentary ‘eye spa service’ with their skincare and makeup service.

Availability and Price

Lancôme Renergie Yeux Multiople Lift is exclusive to Arnotts from March 3rd – April 1^st 2011 and is priced at €53. Steep, but hopefully worth it.

I’ll get back to you on the effects of this one after a few weeks of testing.

What eye cream are you using at the moment?

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