gloss balm 240 muscat-225 anemone- lip perfection lipstick 415 siren
natureluxe silky foundation shade 305 alabaster
Here it is, my review for the two new CoverGirl NatureLuxe Make Up Line-NatureLuxe Silk Foundation & NatureLuxe Lip Perfection Lipstick & NatureLuxe Gloss Balm. Not only are these wonderful new products from CoverGirl cosmetics but they have the added bonus of containing natural ingredients in the formula. Natural & organics cosmetics aren't a new phenomenon but are still less accessible or affordable to the mass market, making this exciting news for the retail giant brand that's able to distribute the line at mass retail. The products are not completely natural but it's a start and a step in the right direction for pharmacy sold cosmetics and here's hoping to the day we can finally say adieu to synthetics & chemicals altogether! When I opened the bag of goodies sent to me, while examining them these products struck me as similar to the Yves Rocher natural cosmetics that were on the market decades ago which could only be purchased from a catalog and were a bit pricey back then so it's a plus for me knowing these can be found at my local Target or Walgreen's. Let's start off with the NatureLuxe Silk Foundation-honestly when the tube came out of the gift bag it made me skeptical because the shade number and color looked darker through the tube window. Usually I select a shade with 001 or just zero's so shade #305 naturally had me worried even though I did ask for the lightest shade to be sent. I couldn't have been more wrong because this shade is wonderful especially because it was devoid of those reddish beige pigments. that make your skin appear unnatural looking. By the way the color name for #305 is Alabaster-so you girls out there who have a hard time finding a nice foundation for pale skin this is suitable. It's not that vampire-geisha pale either but natural looking. I achieved a natural light shade without looking ghostly but rather a nice warm glow. In the swatch above I let some of it sit on my skin in a big drop to show you the color but right next to the droplet it was rubbed in so you can hardly see it, a great match. As for the ingredients the formula contains cucumber water, natural jojoba and rose hips extract. The new formula exchanges certain select heavier synthetics for carefully chosen natural ingredients while delivering a polished make up look with a lightweight feel. Pat McGrath also helped design this with her beauty trend insights and we all know she's a top professional make up artist. As for other pro's, 8 out of 10 professional make up artists who evaluated the product agree the foundation provides a luxurious skin finish which is light and 7 out of 10 would recommend this to their clients. This foundation is also oil free, paraben free, dermatologically tested, great for oily, normal, dry or sensitive skin plus contains an SPF 10. As for how it feels after application,my skin felt very silky, airy and fresh. It's semi-matte finish surprised me because I thought it was going to be either watery or oily on my skin, instead it gave me a very flawless air brush finish but without a heavy dry feel you often get from matte foundation. You need to work fast in blending this because of the lack of oil. The foundation gives you light to medium coverage but it's very buildable. If you have no blemishes or spots then your completely set with one application! I had a few spots to cover up a bit and found no matter how much of a thin layer was added it didn't cake at all which is great because nobody want s to end up with a mask look on their face. This must be due to the cucumber water in the formula which is very refreshing. If you have deeper blemishes I suggest you use a light concealer on top, perhaps the CoverGirl Olay concealer which I used and matches well just by patting a tiny dab on on the area you wish to cover. The only thing I might have made better was the packaging. I don't know if it's just a personal quirk of mine but to me it should be in a jar because the tube insert is small so you have to squeeze it for the foundation to dispense sometimes having too much come through. I was use to shaking my other liquid foundation bottle and using the amount of foundation from the bottle cap as a little tray to dip my make up sponge in giving me more control of the product, in this packaging it seems as if the product might run out faster. It's not the end of the world but a jar may be more time & money saving. I'm also hoping they create a cream compact version of this foundation so it can double as a concealer/spot touch up. The coverage lasts well into the night without caking, settling or drying up on your skin which is a plus and I only needed to touch up my nose area a little bit. The foundation is available in 14 different shades ranging from the lightest to darkest so women of all color can find a perfect match. All in all it's a beautiful foundation that feels super light on my skin with a long lasting flawless finish coverage, natural ingredients and protection from the sun. The price is decent considering what you pay for in department stores which aren't that much better quality in some cases. It's available at mass retail outlets for everyone! I'm loving it and wish everyone try's this foundation! Now onto the NatureLuxe Gloss Balm, it's a gloss and balm all in one. These remind me of my favorite CoverGirl Fat Lip Gloss sticks form years ago. They are super silky and wonderfully moisturizing! The colors are fabulously rich and glossy. The same principal behind these as the foundation, exchanging heavy synthetic ingredients for a more natural lightweight formula. These gloss balms contain mango, shea butters and SPF 15 which provide a moisture barrier to help protect your lips from the wind and sun. They made my lips feel supple, soft with a nice sheer glossy finish. The colors are very vibrant and great when you need something more substantial than a gloss but want that glossy finish to you look. Professional make up artists were also impressed with these while Pat McGrath helped design the 16 available colors. And finally we have the Lip Perfection Lipstick which is enhanced with silk therapy moisturizers that help transform your lips to their smoothest in just 7 days! The silk therapy complex works in combination to help improve lip condition with emollients from olive oil, white tea, avocado, shea and aloe butters plus silk protein to soften lips. It's dermatologically tested, hypoallergenic and suitable for sensitive skin. I also loved the way this lipstick felt going on my lips, soft and silky. It's just what I need for dry winter lips and the color is fantastic! I tested and used shade 415 Siren which is a pretty bright summer time berry color in the rose family. This is the most beautiful rose shade I have ever seen. Everyone needs to try this shade, it's so gorgeous with a hint of glistening crystal sheen under bright lighting. And it's also that perfect balance if you always wanted to try a bright pink shade but thought you couldn't possibly pull off such a color, well you can with this. I think any women can wear it no matter her skin tone. I didn't test shade 390 Sweetheart which is a pretty pearly pink also in the rose family because I decided to add it to the prize package of my Giveaway (coming soon) as to let my subscribers have a chance in trying this new line. Lip Perfection lipstick are available in 44 beautiful lip transforming shades, with so many colors to choose from everyone will be satisfied. I also have to mention how long lasting the formula is and the strength of the pigments are amazing. Even after hours when the luster fades somewhat your lips still have this wonderful natural stain look to them while keeping soft. in my opinion the entire new line is fabulous! It's money saving, available to all, wonderful natural ingredients and a range of shades to choose from. Available now at a store near you. Stay beautiful! XOXO
Availability: Mass Market Retail. NatureLuxe Silky Foundation $11.99, NatureLuxe Gloss Balms $6.49, Lip Perfection Lipstick $6.50
