Hello dear readers! This Monday was a delighful blur and before I offer up a slew of new product reviews, I thought I would share a FOTD featuring new products I’ve been loving (and of which I am in the midst of preparing detailed assessments) and using quite frequently as of late. A bit of Tom Ford and Lancome, a touch of Jouer and a host of Charlotte Tilbury are combined together to create a clean, rosy look that’s perfect for the first (or second!) day of fall.
Kindly scroll on for the full product breakdown as well as an array of images and the Bottom Line…
(11) Charlotte Tilbury Cheek to Chic Swish and Pop Blush in First Love: This soft dusty rose neutral flush has just enough color and a luminous finish…close up profile soon. (12) Jouer Long Wear Creme Mousse Eyeshadow in Dusk (applied on upper lid and lower lash line): this stalwart formula does not budge or crease and Dusk is the perfect neutral taupe…full review of every shade soon! (13) Lancome Grandiose Mascara: incredible curved brush and excellent for building length and volume…review soon! (14) Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Skin Perfecting Micro Powder in 02 Medium (available at Nordstrom and Net-A-Porter): Mentioned HERE
(15) Charlotte Tilbury Lipstick in B*itch Perfect: This peachy pink nude packs pigmentation, hydration and a gorgeous flush that is neither to light nor too dark. Not particularly fond of the name but the stunning, unique and wearable color all but make up for it!
Above: Close up of the key products.
Above: B*tch Perfect is a lovely, color-drenched peachy nude.
Above: The look with a flash.
Above: No flash.
Above: Jouer Dusk is a shimmering and sophisticated taupe with incredible lasting power! This new formula is stellar.
Above: The bent brush of the Lancome Grandiose Mascara allows for an unconventionally effective application…full and curvy lashes in two coats!
Above: I first thought that Charlotte Tilbury’s First Love blush would be too light, but was pleasantly suprised by its pigmentation and luminous finish.
Above: I couldn’t get over the way the sun channeled its delicate rays through the ridges of this lip color packaging!
Above: A swatch of B*tch Perfect in direct sunlight.
Above: The end ; )
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Bottom Line: I hope you enjoyed this FOTD and would love to hear your thoughts and experiences regarding any and all of these products. Working my way through responding to all of your fabulous recent comments and emails…please bear with this working girl with an insane schedule!
Also, if you are in LA…here are the details for a Neutrogena event you may be interested in attending:
WHO:Landon Donovan of the LA Galaxy Soccer Team + Neutrogena Brand Ambassador
WHAT:Meet & Greet, photo opportunity, autograph opportunity, freebie NEUTROGENA® MEN s
samples, and prizes/giveaways
WHEN:September 25, 2014 3:00 – 4:00 pm PST
WHERE:Walgreens
1501 Vine Street
Los Angeles, CA
So many good things ahead on BP…xx and have a marvelous Tuesday,
–The Beauty Professor
**Some PRsamples provided for review (the majority bought by me) however, as always, all of my opinions are expressly and unequivocally my own.
Ah how I've missed you! With my recent wedding and my move to Manhattan, and my busy schedule at the hospital, I simply haven't had time to indulge in your blog like I once did. But at last, my move is complete, I've adjusted to my new hospital, and my personal life is back on full gear! And of course, one of the first things I do on my Tuesday off is to sit with a hot cup of coffee and read your blog. I've been reading it occasionally on my phone in between patients ((shhh), and made a few online purchases thanks to your recommendations. I'm using the bronze and glow everyday! I ordered the Tom Ford and YSL foundations, but I think I like the YSL just a touch better. It transfers less when I'm in the operating room and have to wear a mask. I also just ordered the CT powder, but Nordstrom isn't shipping that out until next week (I guess they're backordered). And now it looks like I MUST own this lipstick! I find that makeup and skincare is really the only way I can feel a little polished when I'm running around in terribly fitting scrubs all day. I've also started using the SK-II essence and clearing lotion. My med school roommate was obsessed with the two (and she had fabulous skin), so when I saw it's working for you too I had to get it. I'm excited to hear your thoughts on the Wonderglow:). I've been debating her blush too, but I'm scared it might have glitter or shimmer. Since I already use the Bronze and Glow (which has shimmer in it), I'm hesitant to add anymore.
What a treat to hear from you! First and foremost, congratulations on your wedding! I am sure you were a glowing bride, indeed. Thank you for continuing to support this blog, my friend!
I am thrilled that you are loving the Bronze and Glow…it's a daily indulgence for me too and glad to hear that the YSL foundation is proving it self in the "surgical mask" test. Wonderful!
The CT powder is so worth it (hopefully they will get it back in stock soon!) and the BPerfect lipstick is divine (albeit a slightly dubious name!).
Yes…a fellow SK-II user…I am glad that you are having a positive experience thus far (as I am) and the CT Wonderglow works so well with foundation without being overly shimmery. The blush is fairly satin (rather than ultra radiant) and I was surprised about how pigmented even the lightest shade, First Love, is!
I hope your week is marvelous and I look forward to chatting again very soon…xoxo,
Hey BP, I have most of these CT picks in my shopping cart on her site. I was the tiniest bit apprehensive on sending the order sight unseen but I am so going to after seeing you're truly impressed with the quality of the products! Also, where is the Kanebo available for purchase? And, as always, you look lovely in your great post. Thanks for all the stellar advice.
Love that, Amanda! I totally am in love with each and every thing I've ordered from Charlotte Tilbury thus far and can wholly recommend the line ; ) Right now, the Kanebo is only available for purchase in the UK at Selfridges (I believe I linked to it)…sadly, the line left the US in April, but I still have some back ups because the formula is so amazing.
Thanks for the kind words…hope your week is going well…xx,
Gorgeous as always! I want to dip my toe into Charlotte Tilbury. I'm looking at of course Bitch Perfect and her pressed powder since i finally hit pan (yes pan!!) on my beloved D&G powder foundation. I was wondering if you could tell me the difference between TF Spanish Pink and Bitch Perfect please? 🙂 If they're too close I don't want to duplicate and will try and find another color I like. As always, thanks so much! 🙂
Thank you! I highly recommend a foray into the lovely Charlotte Tilbury line…the lipcolor and powder, especially, are so very special. For me, both look very similar in swatches, but TF Spanish Pink deepens on my lips while B*tch Perfect stays a creamy light-medium pink peach…very color fast.
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Good morning "working girl". ;). Always enjoy your fresh post of the day. xo, Cowgirl Deb
Good morning Cowgirl Deb!!
Thanks for the sweet words…hope your week is going well…xoxo,
–The Beauty Professor
Ah how I've missed you! With my recent wedding and my move to Manhattan, and my busy schedule at the hospital, I simply haven't had time to indulge in your blog like I once did. But at last, my move is complete, I've adjusted to my new hospital, and my personal life is back on full gear! And of course, one of the first things I do on my Tuesday off is to sit with a hot cup of coffee and read your blog. I've been reading it occasionally on my phone in between patients ((shhh), and made a few online purchases thanks to your recommendations. I'm using the bronze and glow everyday! I ordered the Tom Ford and YSL foundations, but I think I like the YSL just a touch better. It transfers less when I'm in the operating room and have to wear a mask. I also just ordered the CT powder, but Nordstrom isn't shipping that out until next week (I guess they're backordered). And now it looks like I MUST own this lipstick! I find that makeup and skincare is really the only way I can feel a little polished when I'm running around in terribly fitting scrubs all day. I've also started using the SK-II essence and clearing lotion. My med school roommate was obsessed with the two (and she had fabulous skin), so when I saw it's working for you too I had to get it. I'm excited to hear your thoughts on the Wonderglow:). I've been debating her blush too, but I'm scared it might have glitter or shimmer. Since I already use the Bronze and Glow (which has shimmer in it), I'm hesitant to add anymore.
MG!
What a treat to hear from you! First and foremost, congratulations on your wedding! I am sure you were a glowing bride, indeed. Thank you for continuing to support this blog, my friend!
I am thrilled that you are loving the Bronze and Glow…it's a daily indulgence for me too and glad to hear that the YSL foundation is proving it self in the "surgical mask" test. Wonderful!
The CT powder is so worth it (hopefully they will get it back in stock soon!) and the BPerfect lipstick is divine (albeit a slightly dubious name!).
Yes…a fellow SK-II user…I am glad that you are having a positive experience thus far (as I am) and the CT Wonderglow works so well with foundation without being overly shimmery. The blush is fairly satin (rather than ultra radiant) and I was surprised about how pigmented even the lightest shade, First Love, is!
I hope your week is marvelous and I look forward to chatting again very soon…xoxo,
–The Beauty Professor
Hey BP, I have most of these CT picks in my shopping cart on her site. I was the tiniest bit apprehensive on sending the order sight unseen but I am so going to after seeing you're truly impressed with the quality of the products! Also, where is the Kanebo available for purchase? And, as always, you look lovely in your great post. Thanks for all the stellar advice.
Love that, Amanda! I totally am in love with each and every thing I've ordered from Charlotte Tilbury thus far and can wholly recommend the line ; ) Right now, the Kanebo is only available for purchase in the UK at Selfridges (I believe I linked to it)…sadly, the line left the US in April, but I still have some back ups because the formula is so amazing.
Thanks for the kind words…hope your week is going well…xx,
–The Beauty Professor
BP did you add tow other products to the Tom Ford foundation?
I did add a bit of the Wonderglow (for luminosity) and the Kanebo Cream Foundation to lighten up the TF shade a bit!
xx,
–The Beauty Professor
Gorgeous as always! I want to dip my toe into Charlotte Tilbury. I'm looking at of course Bitch Perfect and her pressed powder since i finally hit pan (yes pan!!) on my beloved D&G powder foundation. I was wondering if you could tell me the difference between TF Spanish Pink and Bitch Perfect please? 🙂 If they're too close I don't want to duplicate and will try and find another color I like. As always, thanks so much! 🙂
Dawn
Thank you! I highly recommend a foray into the lovely Charlotte Tilbury line…the lipcolor and powder, especially, are so very special. For me, both look very similar in swatches, but TF Spanish Pink deepens on my lips while B*tch Perfect stays a creamy light-medium pink peach…very color fast.
I hope that helps!
xx,
–The Beauty Professor
Gorgeous FOTD, as usual. Looking forward to your Jouer review.
Thank you, Petunia!
Jouer review in the works…xx,
–The Beauty Professor
Oh, I´m in love with the blush,hahahah,look gorgeous on you!! And the lipstick,the color it´s really perfect.
Kisses
Thank you, Catarina!
xx,
–The Beauty Professor