The Les Merveilleuses LADUREE makeup collection has caused a stir when it was first released in Japan about a year ago, and many girls fell head over heels with their French-inspired packaging and their dreamy line of products. I have been resisting the temptation for so long…until I spotted the new Les Merveilleuses by Laduree Summer 2013 Collection. It was love at first sight for the two new Mixed Pressed Cheek Color 101 and 102 Blushes released as part of the collection for me. Everything about this blush is calling my name!
Firstly let’s talk about the packaging. As with most Japanese makeup, the blush and the case are sold separately. The design of the case is on the vintage-side with a Victorian flair. I have to admit I am not the biggest fan of anything vintage…but they are growing on me in an inexplicable way and they do look ‘more appealing’ in real life!
The mirrored-case is made of plastic but it feels quite sturdy. There are two compartments with a brush included.
On to the most exciting part of the review – the blush itself! As you can see, the blush has a beautiful marbled design of different colors. It is very densely packed with a velvety texture, with absolutely no powder debris fall on to the side of the pan when swirling a brush over it. Pigmentation is moderate (as with most Japanese makeup), which means 2-3 swipes is enough for the color to show on my face (NC15).
101 is a neutral pink mixed with of watermelon pink and ivory. Mixing them it gives a wash of perfect soft neutral pink (leans slightly cool on my cool tone skin) that is very girly and fresh.
102 is a peach color mixed with muted lavender and tangerine. Mixing them gives a luminous wash of soft peachy pink, which is the most versatile color for most complexions.
Les Merveilleuses LADUREE Pressed Cheek Color Swatches: Left 101 Right 102
FOTD 1 – wearing Mixed Pressed Cheek Color 101
FOTD 2 – wearing Mixed Pressed Cheek Color 102
Other products used:
1. Cle De Peau Brightening Enhancer Base (reviewed here)
2. YSL Rouge Volupte 13 Peach Passion in FOTD 2
3. Addiction Sugar Rusk Eye Palette (reviewed here)
4. Shu Uemura Eye Brow Pencil Seal Brown
5. Chantecaille Future Skin Foundation
6. Dolly Wink False Eye Lashes 01 Dolly Sweet
7. YSL Glossy Stain 15 Rose Vinyl in FOTD 1
8. Shu Uemura Precise Volume Waterproof Mascara
The Les Merveilleuses LADURE Mixed Pressed Cheek Color LE 101 and 102 can be purchased here.
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