(Coffret D’Or Trance Deep Eyes in Rose Variation)
Coffret D’Or‘s
Trance Deep Eyes range, released in June, is the second eye palette series after the successful 3D Lighting Eyes. I have been pleased with my two 3D Lighting Eyes palettes (in
Purple and
Gold Variation) so the new range is a must-try for me.
Rose Variation is essentially a warm-pink palette with an aubergine lining shade. The four shades are (clock-wise from the lightest):
A off-white with shimmer (sheer, mildly shimmery)
B warm dusty pink with pearly shimmer (moderately pigmented, shimmery)
C dark aubergine with sparse shimmer (well-pigmented, luminous matte under the sparse shimmer)
D off-white pink with shimmer (moderately pigmented, very sparkly)
(All the shimmering particles are multi-colored. All shades have good staying powder.)
The cases are the same as those of the 3D Lighting Eye palettes, and, again, the instructions are printed on the back of the outer packaging:
(Please click on the image for a larger version.)
The main difference between the instructions of 3D Lighting Eyes and those of Trance Deep Eyes is that the second lightest shade in Trance Deep Eyes is applied all over the lid, not just towards the inner corner (as in 3D Lighting Eyes).
(image from www.kanebo-cosmetics.jp/coffretdor)
When I saw the colors in person for the first time, I thought the dusty pink looked very similar to the pink in
Purple Variation. (I was somewhat expecting this when I saw the new palettes on the official website.) However, even though they do look very similar in the containers, the one in Rose Variation goes on warmer. It is also more subtle. (The pink hue does not show up very much under warm artificial lighting.)
When I follow the instructions, the overall finish is quite sparkly, largely down to the very shimmery/sparkly off-white pink applied over the lids. Even when I only apply it towards the inner corner of the eyes, I think the look can still be a little too sparkly for daytime (when I prefer a very softly shimmery look).
Color-wise, the white base shade (A) and the off-white pink (D) go on almost the same, as they only differ in the amount of shimmer. Therefore, I don’t think Rose Variation is as versatile as Purple Variation, which also creates more dimension for the eyes. But I’d think Rose Variation is probably the most wearable palette (out of the four Coffret D’Or palettes I currently have) for most people, as it is very hard to go wrong with these shades.
Between Purple and Rose Variation, I prefer Purple Variation, which has the beautiful combination of dusty pink and cool lilac. Also, the finish is subtly shimmery rather than sparkly. But if you like beaming sparkles and are not happy with what you get from 3D Lighting Eyes, the Trance Deep Eyes range might be worth a look.
I will be reviewing Grey Variation later this month.
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(Coffret D’Or Fall 2008 Base Makeup Collection)
(image from www.nikkei.co.jp)
On September 1st, Coffret D’Or will release its fall 2008 base makeup collection in Japan. The lineup includes:
– Beauty Essence Pact (7 shades, SPF 23 PA++)
– Gel Foundation (7 shades, SPF 17 PA++)
– Beauty Essence Veil (primer)
– Makeup Pressed Powder (1 shade)
– Blend Color Blush (3 shades)
(Like the case for the powder foundation, the case and the puff for Makeup Pressed Powder and the case for Blend Color Blush (the same as the one for the pressed powder) are sold separately.)
So far I have been enjoying the two spring/summer base makeup items I tried (Beauty Lasting Pact UV and Makeup Powder, which I will review later this month). Among the new lineup, I am interested in the pressed powder and the blusher. I haven’t tried any new blusher from a Japanese brand for a while, and I am looking forward to seeing the other two shades. Hopefully these blushers are softly matte and not too shimmery for me.
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The New Thierry Mugler Makeup Line
(featuring Bleu Glacis Cooling Effect Concealer)
(Sofina Primavista Face Powder)
(image from i-voce2.com)
When Sofina Raycious did not release a spring/summer 2008 lineup, I thought it was obvious that this great base makeup line had been discontinued. (On the other hand, I am now able to say that I have the complete set of Raycious powder foundation cases since 1999 (the annual releases, not the limited-edition ones).)
I was wondering whether there would ever be a new base makeup line from Sofina, and now we have the answer. On September 1st in Japan, Primavista will officially join Aube (point makeup line) as well as all the skincare lines at Sofina counters.
The Primavista debut lineup includes:
– Powder Foundation (7 shades, SPF15 PA++)
– Cream Foundation (7 shades, SPF15 PA++)
– Smooth Coat Base (SPF10 PA+)
– Bright Up Base (SPF10 PA+)
– Face Powder (seen above)
(all images from i-voce2.com)
For me, this is one of the most exciting base makeup releases in recent seasons. At the moment, the new items seem to be typical fall/winter releases, featuring products like cream foundation and loose powder. I am expecting the usual moisturizing properties and soft-focus finishes from some of these fall/winter items.
While I am very interested in the loose powder, I will be waiting to see if there is going to be a spring/summer powder foundation next year, which should supposedly be more sebum-absorbing and more suitable for my oily skin.)
You can see photos of the Primavista launch event here.
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(image from www.nikkei.co.jp)
Here is the information on NARS‘ fall 2008 makeup collection:
– Duo Eyeshadow (2 new variations, Isolde and Cordura)
– Single Eyeshadow (1 new shade, Fez)
– Blush (1 new shade, Dolce Vita)
– Lipstick (2 new shades, Beautiful Liar and Senorita)
– Lip Gloss (1 new shade, Female Trouble)
– Nail Polish (1 new shade, Rebel Yell)
(image from www.nikkei.co.jp)
My first ever NARS purchase is the Dolce Vita Lipstick, which is a medium cinnamon red that I liked. It seems that the Dolce Vita Blush is of a similar (but slightly lighter) hue. I will remember to check this out when the collection arrives in the UK…
Other Fall 2008 Makeup Collection:
Chanel
Dior
YSL
(image from www.kanebo-cosmetics.jp/coffretdor)
My post on EST’s fall 2008 collection has been updated with an image of all the new Emotional Aura Eyes palettes and Advanced Lips. Have a look!
(AYURA Aura Feel Shadow)
(image from www.cosme.net)
When AYURA revamped its packaging in spring 2008 (please see the photos in my previous post), the collection didn’t feature eyeshadows. I was expecting them for fall, and here they are.
Aura Feel Shadow (4 variations) is a 4-color palette packaged in the new dark cases with AYURA’s “Tree of Life” emblem (which has always been featured prominently on product boxes but not previously on product cases). The packaging continues to reflect AYURA’s style of incorporating elegant curves for all the product cases.
The rest of AYURA’s fall 2008 makeup collection includes:
– Aura Feel Rouge (3 new shades, limited editions)
– Aura Feel Liquid Eyeliner (2 shades)
– Aura Feel Eyebrow Pencil (3 shades)
– Aura Feel Mascara (2 shades)
– Aura Feel Aroma Paper (blotting paper, 60 sheets)
– Eyelash Curler
(Aura Feel Aroma Paper,
with the “Tree of Life” emblem)
(image from www.cosme.net)
The collection will be launched in Japan on July 23.
I have been interested in the new gradation blushers (Aura Feel Veil) from spring, but I have also been waiting to see the eye palettes. Now, I think it might be the time to get ready for my next AYURA item…
Updated on June 30, 2008:
Photo of AYURA’s fall 2008 collection, showing the shades of the Aura Feel Shadow palettes and the Aura Feel Rouge lipsticks:
(image from www.cosme.net)
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(Dior Impression Cuir)
(image from www.joseishi.net/voce)
I was waiting to bring you the information on Dior’s fall 2008 makeup collection, and I was especially looking forward to the limited-edition star item.
Impression Cuir features three neutral shades in crocodile prints. The case seems to be only slightly larger than Dior’s eyeshadow single.
The rest of the collection is also dominated by neutrals. After a predominantly neutral collection from Dior for summer, I was looking forward to something different. I have to say I am a little bit disappointed, and Impression Cuir also doesn’t look very appealing to me. (At the moment, it seems that gold and dark neutrals are the makeup trends of fall 2008.)
Please do enjoy the photos of the rest of Dior’s fall 2008 collection. (More information and observation follow below. All images are from the Voce website.)
– The collection also includes two lip liners and one eyeliner.
– The new Couleur Duo is available in two variations.
– All items are limited editions, except the Couleur Duo, the lip liners and the eyeliner.
Just one more thing. One of the two new eyeshadow palettes (the first one seen above) really reminds me of Lunasol’s Scent Form Eyes in Black Tea, which is released in fall 2006 and is one of Lunasol’s most popular items to date. Both feature the unique combination of soft plum-red and warm green, paired with neutrals.
(image from www.joseishi.net/voce)
(image from www.kanebo-cosmetics.jp/lunasol)
(Coffret D’Or Trance Deep Eyes in Rose Variation)
(Please click on the image for a larger version.)
(image from www.kanebo-cosmetics.jp/coffretdor)
