NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer

NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer, Light 1 Chantilly - 6ml RRP $29/£22

"Coveted by artists for its luxurious texture and luminous finish, new Radiant Creamy Concealer evens skin with lightweight medium to high buildable coverage. Enriched with hydrating, multi-action skincare benefits and light diffusing technology, it creates a softer, smoother complexion while instantly obscuring imperfections and diminishing fine lines and signs of fatigue"

This was another product I bought from America simply because NARS in the UK only stocks 7 shades whereas in the US they stock 10 - Chantilly being one of the 3 that the UK does not offer. In a nutshell this product regulary gets the hype and rightly so, having recently won "Best in Face" product in the Oprah Magazine, Spring 2013 this concealer really is essential. However, it is a little pricey therefore, I would not recommend buying this if your drugstore concealer is doing the job perfectly - it's great but you will not be missing out on too much.

Firstly, let's talk about the packaging , just like many concealers it comes in a tube with the lid acting as an applicator upon opening, the applicator itself is very soft making the application gentle and smooth. The concealer itself smells clean but strong - it is very difficult to describe when I say strong I do t refer to a bleach smell but more alcohol tint. 

Previously I have used drugstore concealers such as Maybelline Fit Me concealer and Rimmel London Wak Me Up concealer - both which worked wall, for short bursts but I found they never lasted all day without looking either greasy, creased or simply worn off, therefore, having heard so much about NARS and its radiant concealer I thought it may be the answer to my problems!

I always use concealer under my eyes generally, however, since I was able to get the lightest US shade I have taken to using my concealer not only to wake up under the eyes but to highlight also; meaning I use the concealer on the bridge of my nose, under the eyes, on the chin and above the lips. The verdict, I could nit be happier the concealer (as previously mentioned) applies smoothly and gentle, it glides onto the skin and even blends in perfectly, I have any many requests and compliments regarding my highlighting process since. However, contrary to NARS claim I have found that the concealer does cease after an hour or two of being applied, although this can be avoided by adding a small amount of powder after applying the concealer to your face. Since setting the concealer with powder I have nothing to complain about this product.

Overall, if you are looking for a beautifully designed smooth creamy concealer than this is where your search stops, NARS have perfected the formula to say the least, I could not imagine using my old drugstore concealers again, providing you have setting powder I can not see why this concealer would not be beneficial for every skin tones and types. 

What next?

Come back in 2 days to find a review on my July Glossybox - A special Stars and Stripes edition which includes American beauty Heros.

Follow me;

Instagram - Amybrooker345

Twitter - @Amysjbrooker

GLOSSYBOX June 2014

GLOSSYBOX June 2014 Edition 

Glossybox is a monthly subscription box that for £13.25 (that includes postage) a month a box will be sent to your door filled with 5 products some sample size, others full size. This months edition was the summer edition; here's what was in my box -

As usual the box came in it's beautful pink shade wrapped in black tissue paper and tied with a glossybox bow - here is what it looks like; 

This month I received three full size items and two sample size.

So Susan Cosmetics Universal Blush, 4g/ 0.14 oz- RRP £18 

This product was a spoiler early in June and every subscriber was promised either this blush or the concealer alternative, both by So Susan. I personally have never heard of the brand until this glossybox but judging my retail price I expect good things from this brand.

The blush itself is enriched with Bunti Fruit Oil, fragrance free and not tested on animals - always a moral plus! It is advertised as a blush that nourishes the epidermis, while refocusing redness and even offers UV protection! Nice summer product to have, to enhance color on the cheeks and protect your skin.

Having swatches the blush it has a lot of shimmer so perhaps maybe not something I would wear often and the blush is advertised as having high pigments on the skin? Maybe it's because this shade is light on my skin but I don't agree with that at all, all I see is a high shimmer. I put quite a bit on my hand for you to see below. Furthermore, for an exspensive blush the packaging is very cheap compared to higher ends. 

Rituals ... Qi Ging - Spray 50ml - RRP £3.50 

This is essentially a deodorant, it is described by glossybox as being a 24hour protection spray from perspiration that leaves skin subtle with a summery scent. All I can say is it does smell lovely, floral and summery (infused with white lotus and nourishing yi yi ren) but whether it lasts 24hrs is a different questions. Definitely a good product to try during the summer heats!  

Teeez Trend Cosmetics Beautiful Flat Stiff Brush, €19 = £15.16 

A nice little surprise, you can never have too many brushes! This particular brush is actually made with natural hair and judging my the soft feel you can tell! It is a nice little travel size product that will for in any make up bag, ideally for eye shadow I can see this brush being added to my every day make up bag. 

Nailgirls 3-in-1 base/topcoat & nail strengthener, 10ml - Full Size £13.50

I am very impressed with the sample size of this nail top coat, the full size is only 5ml bigger than the sample - great! It is described as providing a longer lasting top coat that provides for both the perfect base and nail hardener in one. I can't wait to try this out! 

QV Skincare - QV Skin Lotion, 15ml - Full Size 250ml at £6.06 

Following the nail varnish this is a tiny sample, but a sample netherless. I was a little disappointed to receive this product that is discribed as a moisturiser for dry skin relief - a problem I don't suffer from personally. Therefore this will be a nice little gift to a friend of mine! 

So that's everything this month, overall I'm satisfied, not overwhelmed but what do you expect for a little over a tenner a month! A nice little selection of goodies to try this month. 

Follow me;

Instagram - amybrooker345

Twitter - @amysjbrooker