YSL Fusion Ink Foundation | Review

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On my plate - YSL Fusion Ink!

Am someone who loves blending foundation for that skin like finish. I literally spend a decent amount of time working them all in. And the first thing i realized with this product is that you need almost 'no time' to blend i.e. it gets absorbed/vaporize immediately. This came down more as a struggle than ease to me initially. I felt less in control. Apologies for starting with a drawback but am being honest. 

The texture of the foundation is Actually feather light. The finish is matte offering medium to full coverage. Am not sure about the 24hr lasting power they claim but they definitely remained put for 10hr plus for me. The bottle is very unique and gives you the feeling of holding a bigger version of YSL lipgloss. The range of shades is wide and houses one for all.

All in all i like this foundation but not to the core. Perhaps because of the full matte finish (i like dewy) and the quick drying formula whilst application. That being said, this foundation will work really well for oily skin. 

But do give it a try at the counters and let me know.

Love.

YSL Baby Doll Kiss&Blush | Review

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I love using my favorite cream blushes on lips (Creme De Chanel and Topshop cream blushes to name a few). But since they leave my lips very dry, i resist from using them often. 

Here is a product that was meant to be used for both lips and cheeks. YSLs Baby Doll Kiss & Blush created much anticipation and excitement among beauty lovers. The texture is silky/mousse smooth. A product it reminded me of is NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream (a personal favorite), only 3 times smoother. On cheeks i dot the product wherever required and then blend away gently, mostly with my finger tips.

They don't dry out on lips but at same time the lasting power is not soo impressive. That being said, they last for more than a decent couple of hours as a blush!!

(Pink Hedoniste in No 8, Soft Pink shade)

Available in 14 amazing shades. I really had a hard time deciding on a color to try out the product. Now that am really happy with it, am soon going to bag a few more! Trust me you will find it extremely hard to stop at just one shade.

The packaging is gorgeous and quite unique with a standard YSL design applicator. The concept makes it a travel friendly, 2 in 1 product too. 

Over all, a must have product for the sake of beautiful shades, lasting power as a blush and a decent lippy. US$50 /AED 180

Have you tired this product yet? Which is your favorite cream blush till date?

Love

YSL Radiance Blush | Review

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Moving on with my 'Sick day haul' (review on YSL Rouge Volupte  Lipstick), here is my second YSL buy - YSL Blush Radiance in 10. Haven't own one before so this was me experimenting and venturing out.

What attracted me instantly was the beautiful packaging. Plus the palette itself came in a decent size. On to more important facts. I would describe No.10 as a muted pink. The shade is however presented in 2 sets, with and without shimmer. Giving you 3 options. Either mix or go for the individual shades. 

The color is such that it requires build up while application. But i absoultely love the look of it on my cheeks. The texture is uber smooth and velvety.  A go-to blush on a light make up day or with an intense red lip. 

Quantity is 0.14oz, in line with other high end brands like Chanel but of course way less compared to brands like Mac/Sleek offering 0.21/0.27oz resp. Cost US$57.

Definitely a gorgeous color to own but i am pretty sure to find something very similar or even better with other high or low brands. That being said, i am sure to get good use out of it because i tend to go for subtle makeup very often. 

Do you own a YSL Blush? What's your take? I am thinking of bagging Dior's Rosy glow next..

Love

YSL Rouge Volupte No 9 | Review

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This week i was mostly sick. Down with fever and a running nose! As a 'pick me up' treat, i took myself for a 'lil shopping spree to Sephora. Shopping at Sephora can be a pain when attacked left, right and center by sales staff and one is not let to try & test products at our own pace.

Luckily for me, i was left unattended this time around. (Perhaps it was my feverish 'Blah' look that drove 'em away!!)  I got 2 lipsticks and 1 blush. I will be reviewing all in separate posts. Here is what i got first...

YSL Rouge Volupte - Silky Radiant Lipstick in No 9 (Rose Caresse) 

Needless to say YSLs Rouge Volupte is extremely famous in the beauty industry and among make up lovers. I somehow never got down to buying them. So this would be my first of many. I say so quite confidently because it is amazeballs! Completely get the rave now. The texture is fantastic and highly moisturizing. The perfect well pigmented yet 'buttery feel' lipstick. Glides onto your lips like a dream. 

Since the lipstick is uber silky and smooth i had my doubts on its lasting power. Fortunately i stand corrected and impressed to say the least. Long lasting is yet another major win win feature with this product. The glossy finish 

Now can i get down to packaging? Look at this beauty. Encased in stunning beautiful gold. The perfect accessory to your vanity table or make up bag. The casing makes the product slightly heavier compared to other lipsticks in the market. I personally like it because the same gives me better grip during application.

My Sephora store had them in 18 shades. But i guess stock differs from region to region. Cost $34. Pricey, yes! But i guarantee this will beat your Mac or any other drugstore favorite. There is no way you can go wrong with this baby...

Do you own one? Or late to party like me? Tell me about one holy grail lippie of yours...

Have a glamorous weekend lovelies

Love

YSL Youth Liberator Foundation | Review

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This week has been extremely extremely busy for me and hence the lack of posts too. But it's the weekend again and am all set with my bloggers hat on!!

I must say the influence of advertisement and social networking sometimes takes over oneself. I was in no need for a new foundation because I recently bagged the Laura Mercier Silk Creme. However, the much much raved about YSL Youth Liberator Serum foundation launched in Dubai recently and i found it impossible to put my curiosity to rest.

I tried the product on before purchase and finally bagged shade BD50 (Beige Dore')

Packaging
The bottle is indeed very pretty but honestly I was a tad bit unhappy because I have an history of breaking bottled foundation. Especially when the foundation in question is worth US$68. Butter Fingers! I love the easy to use, no mess pump. Life savers.

Texture
The texture is a bit thick and heavy. Slightly more liquid than semi liquid. I pump a tiny blob on the back of my hands, then dap the same all over my face using my fingers. Then blend using my Sigma F82. After application your skin feels slightly wet but the same dries out soon. I use the Rimmel Stay Matte powder to set.

Coverage and Finish
The foundation offers medium to high coverage. The finish is absolute gorgeous. I love the flawless coverage it provides. Lasts long, really long. This week though I slogged for long hours at work, my face gave out no signs of tiredness. The foundation is made to give a dewy/glowy finish. I love how most of my blushes look even more pretty on my cheeks with this foundation on. BONUS!!

Price/Shades
Definitely pricey. Wasn't expecting YSL to price any lower either. Moving on to shades...I was lucky enough to find a perfect match but few of my friends had trouble finding theirs. And with the product being this expensive it is not very feasible to buy 2 shades to mix.

Verdict
The product is really good. But do give the same a try before purchase to ensure you have the right shade.

Let me know how you like the sound of this foundation. which foundation do you use at present??

Love