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Liquid Blush Roundup Review

September 18, 2024

By popular request I’m rounding up the liquid blushes I’ve tried. The blush trends and new launches are coming at us with full speed with no signs of slowing down. In general I tend to gravitate towards a powder blush formula for lasting power and pigment control. But since liquid blush seems to be so popular right now, I’ve rounded up the ones I’ve tried at all price points. Scroll to the end to find out my Top 3 favorites!

Armani and YSL

Armani Luminous Silk Cheek Tint ($39, Sephora, Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus) is the best formula for me for lasting power, blendability and look. These have a nice soft matte dry down that doesn’t set too fast making it easy to blend without having to rush. Colors are easy to build without looking or feeling heavy. I do think the color range is limited and wish they had more options, but the four I have are lovely. The lightest baby pink shade 53 may be hit or miss for you, but it really surprised me how wearable and brightening it is on my medium tan skin. Demo with 50.3 here.

YSL Make Me Blush Liquid Blush ($39, Sephora) is the newest formula I’ve tried. These have an angled sponge tip applicator like a flat angled sponge which I’m not the biggest fan of, but it’s not terrible. The colors are limited, much like the range from Armani or Charlotte Tilbury. On my skin the shades tend to darken/oxidize slightly but I’m not sure if that will be the case for everyone. I thought the peachy shade would not show up at all but a few seconds after blending it shows up to a darker (but still light) peach. I think the lasting power and nice dry down are both excellent. For some reason though they take a little more blending effort to get an even application that isn’t too strong. Even after blending I would recommend taking a clean brush and buff out the edges for a smoother look. Demo of the shades I tried here.

Chanel

Chanel Les Beiges Water-Fresh Blush ($52, Chanel.com) is the sheerest option of all the liquid blushes. These are going to be the best for someone who doesn’t want to wear a lot of makeup and wants something ultra lightweight. The finish is natural and fresh. The lighter colors pulled very sheer on my skin (they barely show up) but the 3 deeper ones have better pigment for medium-tan skin. I really liked the formula but to be frank I haven’t been reaching for them since they do take a bit more time to blend. Full review + swatches here.

Charlotte Tilbury

Charlotte Tilbury Matte Beauty Blush Wand ($42, Charlotte Tilbury, Sephora, Nordstrom) has an excellent soft matte formula I found easy to blend and layer without looking overdone. Lasting power is very good. Only downside is the limited color range. Demo here.

Hourglass

Hourglass Unreal Liquid Blush ($36, Sephora and Nordstrom) wins for best color range. I think the colors they launched are the most flattering for a fresh look. They do stay dewy looking on the skin and the lasting power isn’t as good as other brands – but that is expected with any dewy looking blush. Full review + swatches here.

L’oreal

L’Oreal Lumi Le Liquid Blush ($11.99, Target) is an impressive formula for pigment, color and lasting power. If you’re looking for a longwear formula, this is it! I had to scrub the formula off my arm to remove although any cleansing oil would have made the removal easier. They have 3 cream finishes and 3 glowy finishes. I think the colors are really beautiful and easy to blend. You can find these at a wide range of places but Target usually has the best prices. The only downside is the packaging isn’t quite as luxe as some of the other brands.

NARS

NARS Afterglow Liquid Blush ($32, Nordstrom) is another favorite, but to be completely honest it’s a formula I’ve neglected. If you want a natural look these are outstanding. The formula has a slightly translucent quality making it look more natural on the skin. They almost feel like a creamy gel. They don’t really ever dry down to a matte finish so they remain slightly dewy looking but on me they last long. Full review here and here.

Rare Beauty

Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Liquid Blush ($14 – $23, Sephora) seems to be the most popular liquid blush out there. I love the color range but the pigment is SO intense that I would not recommend this for a natural look. A tiny dot is enough to cover each cheek. They are easy to blend, but also very easy to over-do. For a blush novice I recommend dabbing on the back of the hand first and then dipping your brush into the product. They launched a Holiday Mini Blush and Luminize Trio ($35) which I think has pretty shades for fall. More swatches + looks in this blog post here.

Ciele and Saie Beauty

Ciele blush and PROTECT SPF 50 Liquid Blush ($34, Sephora) is a formula a lot of you recommended I try. I picked up 3 shades to try and love the formula, applicator and lasting power. These have a nice soft dry down that isn’t too dewy or emollient. They’re easy to blend and a little goes a long way. Pigment isn’t as intense as the Rare Beauty ones making the Ciele blush easier to wear and they look more natural.

Saie Dew Blush Liquid ($25, Sephora) is another popular one that I’m sad to say I do not love. These are also well loved by so many. I find the formula thick and way too dewy looking, but I know that is the way they are meant to be. I’ve tried a few and the packaging doesn’t look or feel good to be. The applicator attachment to the cap is a little wobbly on all the ones I have.

Tarte

Tarte has 2 formulas of the liquid blush: the Maneater Blush and Glow Cheek Plump ($29, Tarte Cosmetics and Ulta Beauty) which I LOVE and a newer Maneater Satin Blush Cheek Plump ($29, Tarte Cosmetics and Ulta Beauty) which is also nice, but I prefer the glow version. I love the formula, color range, finish and lasting power. These come with a sponge tip applicator and they’re super easy to blend.

The Glow formula is a little more natural looking but isn’t too shimmery. I would say out of all the blushes I’ve worn these always get the most compliments. The Satin formula is a little more pigmented but not as intense as the Rare Beauty ones. I don’t know that I really notice a plumping effect on the skin, but the liquid formula is really nice and gives the cheeks a healthy look.

Here are my top picks out of the formulas:

Overall best: Tarte Maneater Blush and Glow for color range and formula (Tarte has a lot of bundle sets like this Duo or this 4-Piece Set)
Best formula: Armani Luminous Silk Cheek Tint
Best color range: Hourglass

Tools

One last tip on tools. I think you can use any cheek brush in your stash to blend. I’ve used a number of powder blush brushes for liquid. I’ll often use a foundation brush for a cream or liquid blush too. If you’re looking for a new one to try, here are a few that I love.

Hourglass No 15 Blush Brush is my favorite right now. It’s not too dense so it’s a little fluffy at the tips. The Hourglass Ambient Soft Glow Foundation Brush is also excellent for blushes.

Love the Laura Mercier Blush Brush as it’s a synthetic one. Works well to blend powders and liquids, this is my most-used cheek brush.

It Cosmetics tools are also very good. They launched a Heavenly Luxe Cream Blush Brush #3 to go with the Cream Sun Blush earlier this year, but it seems to be sold out everywhere except in a set on QVC. Their Brush #7 is for foundation but it also works well with liquid blushes.

For a good budget friendly option Real Techniques is the best. I love their 449 Tapered Cheek Brush ($7.99).

That wraps up my liquid blush roundup! There are dozens more that I haven’t tried and I haven’t even covered cream finishes. If you love a liquid blush let me know what your favorites are!

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Hourglass Ambient Lighting Edit Unlocked Palettes 2024

September 10, 2024

Hourglass dropped three limited-edition palettes and I literally cannot believe it’s already that time of year. There are three palette combinations in the Ambient Lighting Edit Unlocked Palette for this year ($90 each). This year they finally launched palettes with mostly new shades and I could not be more thrilled. You can find them now online at Hourglass Cosmetics for the early access. They will be launching globally at other retailers from 9/20.

The three palette options this year include:

Dragon Palette (lightest)
Evil Eye Palette (medium tone)
Lotus Flower Palette (deeper tones)

You can order a customized palette online at Hourglass, but I ordered these as the pre-made options. For skintone reference I am wearing the Armani Luminous Silk Foundation in 6.5. I wear the Hourglass Veil Skin Tint in Shade 9 (reviewed here).

Dragon Palette

The Dragon Palette has the lightest tones and variations but I think it’s a versatile one and can be worn on light/fair to tan skin tones. I love this one – it really surprised me because it looks very ordinary in the pan but the shimmers and diffused quality of the powders are really flattering. It’s warmer than last year’s Jellyfish palette.

Dream Light Ambient Lighting Finishing Powder – a soft light pearl with a soft opal sheen
Peach Fusion Ambient Lighting Blush – soft shimmery peach
Divine Light Ambient Lighting Finishing Powder – pale transcluent powder with a pink tone
Mauve Haze Ambient Lighting Blush – soft mauve pink
Soft Bronze Ambient Lighting Bronzer – mid-tone neutral warm bronze
Sunlit Strobe Light Ambient Strobe Lighting Powder – metallic champagne

Look below wearing the Dragon Palette on the cheeks, Dragon Bronze on the eyes topped with the Hourglass Voyeur Eyeshadow Stick in Phoenix and Urban Decay Moondust in Cosmic Craze + Phantom Glossy Balm in Crave

Evil Eye Palette

The Evil Eye Palette is the medium tone palette of the three. At first glance I thought it would be nearly identical to last year’s Leopard. Side by side swatches show the tones are indeed different with a cooler pink highlight, more neutral/pink tones vs warmer shades. They are similar but I think there are noticeable differences.

Soft Light Finishing Powder – sheer soft peach beige
Rose Gold Strobe Light Ambient Strobe Lighting Powder – metallic rose pink champagne
Pink Fusion Ambient Lighting Blush – soft cool pink glow
Oasis Glow Ambient Lighting Blush – shimmery light apricot/peach/tan
Vibrant Coral Ambient Lighting Blush – pink coral
Natural Bronze Ambient Lighting Bronzer – medium neutral bronze

Look below wearing the Evil Eye Palette on the cheeks, Hourglass Scattered Light Eyeshadow in Reflect, Phantom Gloss Balm in Lucid + Pat McGrath LUST Gloss in Peach Perversion.

Lotus Flower

The Lotus Flower Palette is the darkest variation this year. It’s more neutral in undertone compared to last year’s Snake palette. On my medium tan skin tone the new Lotus Flower pulls warmer than what I see in the pan, but it will probably be more neutral on darker skin tones. I love the colors in this palette, but not so much on my skin tone. The shades are stunning for sure, but since the tones are darker they do require an ultra light hand for my skin tone.

Gilded Strobe Light Ambient Strobe Lighting Powder – a stunning warm golden shimmer
Desert Flush Ambient Lighting Blush – burnt peach
Eternal Light Ambient Lighting Finishing Powder – warm amber tan
Radiant Rose Strobe Light Ambient Strobe Lighting Powder – metallic copper rose shimmer
Red 0 Ambient Lighting Blush – deep berry pink
Bronze Heat Ambient Lighting Bronzer – deep bronze

Look below wearing the Lotus Flower Palette on the eyes and cheeks + Phantom Glossy Balm in Slip

My two favorites are the Dragon and Evil Eye. These arrived at the perfect time as I’ll be traveling soon and will most likely bring one of these with me. Are they worth the price or the splurge? I think they are. I love every single color and each palette has enough shades for a full face look – I often use at least 1 or 2 of the shades on the eyes too.

By popular request, here are side by side swatches of the 2023 palettes vs this year’s 2024 launch:

In case you want a closer look at previous palette launches, here are the blog posts (there are lots more, but here are the more recent ones):

Holiday Palettes 2023: Jellyfish, Leopard and Snake

Holiday Palettes 2022: Butterfly, Elephant and Tiger

Holiday Palettes 2021: Face Universe, Face Universe Unlocked, Edit Vol III

Holiday Palettes 2020: Sculpture Palette, Sculpture Unlocked (quad)

I ordered these palettes the second they launched at the Hourglass website. Since then they’ve added a few more holiday items including a Holiday Brush ($52, 2 variations), new Glossy Balm Duo ($55, Trace and Mystic), Brush Set ($150), Full Face Set + Bag ($270) and a few other sets you can check out here.

Available now at Hourglass Cosmetics. Holiday Launches arriving on 9/20 to Nordstrom, Sephora, Ulta Beauty and all other Hourglass retailers.

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Chanel Joues Contraste Intense Cream-To-Powder Blush

September 4, 2024

Chanel launched a new blush formula called the Joues Contraste Intense Cream-To-Powder Blush ($52, available at Chanel.com). It’s available in five shades and the formula is phenomenal. I picked these up my local beauty boutique and fell in love with the soft cushiony texture. These are soft creams that have a nice dry down in powder form. In a world of dewy blush trends it’s challenging to find a cream formula with a good dry down and satiny finish and the new ones from Chanel are exactly what I’ve been looking for. They almost have a subtle blurring effect on me and I love the classic shades.

The name has the word “intense” in it but these really aren’t that intense. They are buildable on color but 3 are more natural and 2 are intense with the bold bright shades, but they are very easy to blend out.

Lasting power is pretty good, but I don’t think I’d be able to get the full 12-hour wear time and for me that is 100% ok. The lightest beige shade did seem to fade the fastest on me but it’s close to my skin tone. I haven’t given each shade a full day wear test, but the other two I did test for an extended period of time held up well for around 4-5 hours for that fresh look.

These are more on the soft matte side, but they do have a luminous glow quality to them without the shimmer.

Beige Eclatant is a soft beige on me, it’s barely visible in photos but in real life it gives a really pretty soft glow
Rose Radiant is a soft warm rose
Rose Ardent is a cooler toned pink rose
Rouge Franc is a bold hot warm red
Grenat Profond is a berry

Below wearing each shade with a different lip color, also wearing:

Primer – Chanel La Base Illuminatrice
Foundation – Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow BD41
Powder – Makeup By Mario SurrealSkin Soft Blur in 2 Neutral Light
Eyes – Natasha Denona I Need a Warm Palette
Brows – Glossier Boy Brow Arch Pencil in Cool Brown
Mascara – Charlotte Tilbury Exagger-Eyes Volume Mascara (new)

Beige Eclatant Blush + 31 Le Rouge Satin 1 Rouge Beige (review + swatches here)

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Rose Radiant Blush + Rouge Coco Bloom in 116 Dream (review here)

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Rose Ardent Blush + 31 Le Rouge Satin 2 Rouge Croisiere (review here)

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Rouge Franc Blush + Rouge Coco Flash Nature Getaway in Bisous (from the Takeaways set, swatches here)

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Grenat Profond + 31 Le Rouge Satin 3 Rouge Roman (swatches here)

I tried these with Chanel brushes and I normally don’t have a preference for which brush I use as they’re usually really versatile and multi-tasking. I did really like the small domed one though the Precision Powder Brush N 107 best for these. The size and shape is perfect. They all work well, I just love the shape for this formula.

Left to right: Precision Powder Brush 107, Blush Brush 110, Contouring Brush 109 and Powder Brush 106.

Bottom line love. You can find these out now at Chanel.com.

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Hourglass Unreal Liquid Blush Review + Swatches

August 6, 2024

Hourglass launched a new liquid blush in dropper format called the Unreal Liquid Blush ($36 each). They also added a new No 15 Blush Brush ($46) which is angled to go along with the new launch. The Hourglass team sent all the shades for review and I have swatches and a closer look today.

These Unreal Liquid Blushes are in a small bottle with a dropper at the top. To dispense there is a soft button at the base you press to dispense one drop. They recommend applying to the back of your hand and picking up product with the brush and applying in a stippling method.

Product is very pigmented but with some fluidity, so it is easy to blend and build. There are seven shades and I think the color range is very good. Tones are very flattering although most of them are on the warm side with 3 being peach/coral so if you prefer cooler tones these might be too warm.

Scene is a nude pink, this pulls very natural on my skin but still shows up
Whim is a bright pink, this one is my favorite
Vision is a warm rose
Moment is an orange
Future is a coral with a hint of pink
Imagine is a burnt orange
Craft is a berry

Formula is very easy to dispense without it overflowing. I also like how easy they are apply and blend. Another plus is these didn’t pull off my foundation or powder off when I blended it on top of my base. The Craft shade took a little more effort to blend smoothly since it has the most contrast with my skin tone. They remain dewy on the cheeks after blending but not as dewy as the Pat McGrath Divine Cream Blush.

The Unreal Liquid Blushes are described as being able to last up to 12 hours but this was not the case for me. While the color does stay on the cheeks for a while, after 3-4 hours or color faded on my cheeks and they looked more dewy than when I first applied it. I do think they will hold up better in cooler weather, but even in cooler weather I don’t see them holding up for a full 12 hours.

Looks wearing each blush shade with a coordinating lip color. For skintone reference I’m wearing the Armani Luminous Silk Foundation in 6.5.

Scene Unreal Liquid Blush + Tide Unlocked Satin Lipstick + Sense Phantom Glossy Balm

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Whim Unreal Liquid Blush + Reveal Phantom Glossy Balm

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Vision Unreal Liquid Blush + Uncover Lip Liner + Wish Phantom Glossy Balm

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Moment Unreal Liquid Blush + Lucid Phantom Glossy Balm

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Future Unreal Liquid Blush + Dove Unlocked Satin Lipstick + Lucid Phantom Glossy Balm

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Imagine Unreal Liquid Blush + Haze Phantom Glossy Balm

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Craft Unreal Liquid Blush + Impulse Phantom Glossy Balm

Overall I love the colors even if there is one too many peach/orange tones (just my opinion though). I like that the pigment level is easy to control. Lasting power could be improved but that would mean they would have to alter the formula and finish to something less dewy.

The brush is very well constructed and works beautifully for blending. I really love the Hourglass brushes, I own quite a few in my collection and use them all the time. I do think you can use any one in your collection though.

If you’ve been curious about these I hope you found this review helpful!

Available now at Sephora.

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Blushes sent for review consideration.

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Brights by Mario – Makeup by Mario Summer Collection

July 23, 2024

Makeup By Mario launched his Brights By Mario Collection for summer with new shades of his MoistureGlow Plumping Lip Serum ($24 each) and Soft Pop Plumping Blush Veil ($30 each). The colors are fun and bright – perfect for this summer. You can find these at Sephora.

Soft Pop Plumping Blush Veil

There are four new shades of the Soft Pop Plumping Blush Veil in bright bold colors. The formula is creamy and easy to blend. They blend out to a much sheerer finish for a veil of color compared to what you see in the pan. Since these are significantly brighter and bolder in color they show up much better on my medium tan skin compared to the other shades in this formula. The colors in the original launch (reviewed here) didn’t work so well for my skin tone (they were too pale for me).

They have a soft dewy finish but it’s not too dewy or shiny. Since they are creams I think they’re best suited for normal or normal to dry skin types. On me lasting power is very good indoors but outdoors they become very dewy looking within a short period of time. To be fair though everything gets dewy looking in this humidity!

Pink Peony is a cool toned powdery pink, this has a very pastel undertone so looks a little streaky on me if I don’t blend it out all the way. For skintone reference I’m wearing NARS Light Reflecting Foundation in Vanuatu below (formula reviewed here).

Below: Pink Peony + Watermelon Glow on the lips

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Papaya Pop is a bright orange but sheers out to a tangerine glow on the cheeks.

Below: Papaya Pop + Tangerine Glow on the lips

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Strawberry Sunset is a bright warm pink.

Below: Strawberry Sunset + Cherry Glow on the lips.

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Paradise Pink is a fuschia pink.

Below: Paradise Pink + Pomegranate Glow on the lips.

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Swatched below next to the blush shades I still have from the original launch.

MoistureGlow Plumping Lip Serum

There are five new shades of the MoistureGlow Plumping Lip Serum and I love these colors. Texture is the same as the other lip serums in the lineup: very soft, balmy, glossy, sheer in finish. They are bright and sheer at the same time so you’ll get a healthy wash of color on the lips. You can sheer them out for a more subtle look.

I think every single color is beautiful and perfect for summer. I do wish they were in a squeeze tube format instead. The texture is really soft and almost melty on the lips. I haven’t had any product melting issues but I also haven’t put these in my bag this summer. Also quick note in case you’re new to these: they twist in one direction (they don’t twist back down).

You can find these now at Sephora.

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Press samples sent by the Makeup By Mario team for review.

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rhode Pocket Blush + Peptide Lip Tint New Shades

July 15, 2024

Rhode launched new lip and cheek colors for summer with the Pocket Blush ($24 each) and Peptide Lip Tint ($18 each). They’re available now at Rhode Skin with discounted bundles if you buy one of their sets. The shades looked perfect for summer so I ordered one of everything in the sets. I have swatches today!

Pocket Blush

The Pocket Blush is a creamy blush with a twist up base. There are six shades total and I bought the Pocket Blush Set. Pigment is bold with one swipe but when you blend it’s medium in coverage. They’re dewy in the finish if you apply on bare skin or just on top of foundation or a skin tint. If I apply on top of a powdered face the finish is less dewy and more satiny which I prefer. In terms of a cream blush these are some of the better ones I’ve tried for lasting power. Creams are challenging in humid weather but these have held up pretty well if I’m out for a couple hours. Right now the humidity levels are so high literally nothing will hold up some days.

I really love the look of these. I do get better wear and coverage with the Armani Luminous Cheek Tints but those are different in application and formula.

Freckle is a nude beige
Piggy is a pale pastel pink
Sleepy Girl is a mauve
Juice Box is a bright pink
Spicy Marg is a coral peach
Toasted Teddy is a brown

After trying all the colors I think Spicy Marg and Juice Box are my favorite. Piggy is a bit too pale for my skin tone right now but I can make it work if I layer something else on top. Since Toasted Teddy is deeper and more contrasted with my skin tone I need to blend it out a little more than the other shades, but blending is pretty easy. Overall a solid A.

Peptide Lip Tint New Shades

There are four new shades of the Peptide Lip Tints. Set linked here. I love these lip balms and have purchased every single shade. Some of ones from previous launches seem to have developed some crystalized chunks, but not all of them have. I am hoping these new ones won’t develope the gritty texture.

New shades this launch pull on the sheer side, I wish they had more pigment but the colors are really pretty. As a lip balm lover, I like these. I don’t know that I’d call them must-haves, but the colors are stunning. New colors include:

Shortcake a cool pink
Peach Pit a sheer peach
Salty Tan a sheer mauve
Guava Spritz is a coral pink

Looks below, also wearing:

Foundation – Armani Luminous Silk Foundation in 6.5
Powder – Givenchy Prisme Libre Loose Powder Shade 3
Eyeshadow – Too Faced Born This Way Mini Warm Ember Nudes
Mascara – Tarte Tartelette Tubing Mascara XL

Freckle Blush + Peach Pit Peptide Lip Tint

Juice Box Blush + Short Cake Peptide Lip Tint

Piggy Blush + Ribbon Peptide Lip Tint

Sleepy Girl Blush + Salty Tan Peptide Lip Tint

Spicy Marg Blush + Guava Spritz Peptide Lip Tint

Toasted Teddy Blush + Espresso Peptide Lip Tint

Summer Lip Case

Rhode launched a super cute iPhone case (available in different sizes) in colors to match the new summer lip glosses. They are super cute and I love the concept. In real life I found mine a bit too chunky feeling and a little awkward to hold. I kept mine on for about an hour and then took it off but I’m the type that has a very streamlined basic phone case so I can slip it in and out of my pocket or put it in mini bags. I think they’re fun, but for me not practical.

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You can find these available at Rhode Skin.

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Chanel Les Beiges 2024

June 6, 2024

For this year’s Summer Les Beiges collection Chanel Beauty launched new oversized bronzer palettes called the Healthy Glow Sun-Kissed Powders ($95 each, 5 shades). They also added a few shade extensions in their Les Beiges Healthy Glow Foundation ($65, 42 shades available) and the Les Beiges Healthy Glow Sheer Powders ($60 each, refillable). I’m late to the party with these but I have a closer look at 4 of the bronzers and one of the new foundation shades.

I’ve also included a peek at a few launches from Spring-Summer for lips and nails since there weren’t any new colors for the Les Beiges launch.

Les Beiges Healthy Glow Sun-Kissed Powder

I’ve been collecting the Chanel bronzers every year for as long as I can remember. This year they brought 5 shades and I love how soft and naturally glowy they look on the skin. Each compact has 3 shades you can use individually or swirl together. The compacts are oversized like the ones from 2022. Each color has enough product you can definitely dip your brush into each shade without overlapping colors if you prefer.

Light Coral is a mix of light gold, medium bronze and soft peach

Medium Coral is very similar to Light Coral, each shade is just more intense and more saturated

Medium Rose Gold has a soft tan shimmer, medium warm bronze and luminous rose gold pink shimmer

Deep Rose Gold has a warm gold shimmer, deep brown tan and a deep rose pink

I can see myself wearing every single palette this summer although my favorites are Medium Coral and Medium Rose Gold. I like that Light Coral is lighter but still shows up my skin. If you have ultra fair skin tone I think Light Coral will be the best option for you. Deep Rose Gold is so beautiful but pulls very dark on my skin. Even with a light hand it’s too dark but that means this will most likely show up on deeper skin tones.

They didn’t launch a new brush to go with the bronzers but I really love the Chanel Brush 106. It’s the perfect size, shape and density for any kind of powder product.

Each shade of Les Beiges bronzer below, also wearing:

Foundation – Les Beiges Healthy Glow Foundation in BO53
Powder – Les Beiges Healthy Glow Sheer Powder B30
Eyeshadow – Les Beiges Natural Eyeshadow in Intense
Mascara – Le Volume de Chanel
Nail Polish – Le Vernis in Sun Drop
Top – Reformation Knit Top (wearing a Small)

Healthy Glow Sunkissed Powder in Light Coral + Rouge Coco Baume in Flirty Coral

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Healthy Glow Sunkissed Powder in Medium Coral + Rouge Coco Baume in Anemone

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Healthy Glow Sunkissed Powder in Medium Rose Gold + Rouge Coco Baume in My Rose

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Healthy Glow Sunkissed Powder in Deep Rose Gold + Rouge Coco Baume in Coralline

Les Beiges Healthy Glow Foundation (new shades)

The Les Beiges Healthy Glow Foundation has been one of my favorite foundations Chanel has ever launched. I think it rivals Armani Luminous Silk Foundation but the Chanel has a tiny bit more coverage, a little better lasting power and more hydration without being too hydrating. It wears well in the summer months for me, even in hot humid weather.

I usually wear the Shades B40, BD41, B50 or BD51. The BD range has typically been the best for me as it has a golden undertone. They added BO which is for olive skin tones. I usually cannot wear a lot of foundation with olive undertones even though I do think I have them in my skin because most olive shades pull very green. The Chanel BO53 is a perfect match for me, I literally could not believe my eyes that I’ve found a match this exact! They also have BO33 and BO73. Other shade extensions now include B00, BO33, BO53, BO73, B90,B130, B160.

Spring-Summer Lip Colors

I didn’t end up reviewing the Spring-Summer launch but I did pick up a few things which I really love. Chanel added two new shades of Rouge Coco Baume ($45) in Anemone 932 (muted peach brown) and Coralline 934 (a coral). I’m a huge fan of these tinted balms and I think they’re under-rated. They swatch very sheer on the arm or hand, but for most of these (except the Dreamy White) pull more pigmented on the lips than a hand swatch. They’re still very natural looking for that effortless polished wash of color.

I wear Flirty Coral and My Rose the most. I swatched all the shades I have except for Dreamy White because it doesn’t show up in an arm swatch. I am missing one of the red colors. But all the other shades are swatched below.

Le Vernis – Sun Drop 177

Last but not least is a look at the Le Vernis in Sun Drop. It’s such a unique dusty muted peach with a hint of brown undertone. I have to admit it didn’t look really exciting in the bottle but on the fingers I love it. It adds a nice pop of color without being too bright.

That wraps up my Chanel Les Beiges review! I think the shades are beautiful.

Available now at Chanel.

P.S. I’ve been getting a lot of follow up questions from you about Les Exclusifs in Comete, the Gardenia Body Oil and there’s a new No 5 L’eau launch coming out. I’ll put together a Chanel fragrance/body roundup review soon!

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Evil Eye Palette

Lotus Flower

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Chanel Les Beiges 2024

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