Nars Pure Matte Lipstick Review and Swatches
Q & A WITH FRANÇOIS NARS
What is the best way to wear a matte lip?
A matte lip is very modern, whether nude or deeply pigmented. Try a color close
to your skin tone for a universally flattering look. Pair darker hues with a fresh
complexion and little makeup. But, always choose a formula that has hydrating
ingredients to condition lips.
How do I find the perfect lip color?
There are no rules when it comes to finding the “right” shade of lip color. Go with
what catches your eye! It’s like wearing jewelry or an amazing pair of shoes. I
love when women have fun with color and experiment.
How can I make my lips stand out more and make them look fuller?
Wear a bold lip!!!! Applying a bit of gloss or shimmer to the center of the mouth
will make the lips seem fuller and more three-dimensional. You can give the lips
a fuller shape with lip liner, but make sure to blend so there is no obvious line
around the lip.
How often should women reapply lipstick?
Every woman wears lipstick differently, so frequency will vary. Don’t
apply lipstick too thick. The more you have on, the heavier it looks
and the faster it will wear off. When creating Pure Matte, I wanted a
formula that was long-wearing but also nourishing, so women don’t have to
reapply so frequently!
NARS FALL 2010 PALETTES!
Fall is right around the corner get ready for some sexy mysterious colors 
NARS Cosmetics introduces two new palettes for fall boasting new packaging with a compact in a NARS-logo zippered case. Enclosed in a black carton, NARS continues to surprise and experiment with iconic casing by bringing the logo from traditionally black and white to vibrantly bold color. Both palettes include two signature NARS cheek products chosen to complement the lips or eyes-whether deep and sultry, or light and fresh. Complete with a range of shades to be worn together or alone, the glamorous combinations are limitless. Are you all about the eyes or all about the lips? You decide. Or, choose both to have everything you need at your fingertips.
BEAUTIFUL LIFE LIP AND CHEEK PALETTE
Top Row (left to right):
- Sexual Healing Lipstick (sheer, shimmering pink blossom)
- Honolulu Honey Lipstick (satin, flesh-toned beige)
- Roman Holiday Lipstick (sheer, delicate pastel pink)
- Funny Face Lipstick (semi-matte fuchsia)
Bottom Row (left to right): Copacabana Multiple (glistening pearl)
- Orgasm Multiple (peachy pink with shimmer)
Price: $55.00
ONLY YOU EYE AND CHEEK PALETTE
Top Row (left to right):
- Alhambra Duo Eyeshadow (left side: metallic rose mist)
- Mekong Single Eyeshadow (espresso fused with gold)
- Eurydice Duo Eyeshadow (left side: electric aubergine)
- Pandora Duo Eyeshadow (right side: matte black)
Bottom Row (left to right): Hungry Heart Blush Duo (left side: iridescent gold ivory)
- Orgasm Blush (peachy pink with shimmer)
Price: $65.00
Both palettes are currently available at narscosmetics.com
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NEW NARS FALL 2010 COLLECTION! Swatches coming soon
NARS introduces its Fall 2010 Collection, an assortment of bright, matte colors and cool shimmering shades. The collection features François Nars’ inimitable muse Daphne Guinness in the campaign. Throughout his illustrious career, NARS Founder and Creative Director François Nars has been inspired by iconic beauties whom, he says, “are larger than life, unforgettable and posses an elegance that’s timeless.”Perhaps no one fits that description better than Daphne Guinness, Nars’ mesmerizing muse and inspiration for the NARS Fall 2010 campaign. Sexy, sultry, daring and decadent, Daphne “is the ideal icon to capture Fall 2010’s old-Hollywood meets futuristic look,” says François. Below are the highlights, including…
Starting July 15th, the collection will be available online
What catches your eyes from this collection?
NARS At The 2010 Metropolitan Costume Institute Gala!
NARS Cosmetics dominated the red carpet at tonight’s Metropolitan Museum Costume Institute Gala with makeup artists creating a variety of looks ranging from the subtly neutral to full-on drama. One thing’s for sure: the new NARS PRO-PRIME Face Prep and Eyeshadow Base were essential in combating rainy makeup meltdowns and ensuring long-lasting perfection. See below for a recap of the stars who were shining in NARS and the makeup artists who lit them.
NARS At New York Fashion Week - Spring/Summer 2010
Nars has been uploading like a mad video blogger
Check out these latest videos so that you are in the know for Spring 2010
NARS Cosmetics Spring 2010 Collection Amber Valletta
December 11, 2009 by admin
Filed under Nars, Spring 2010
Amber Valletta is the face of NARS Cosmetics Spring 2010 Collection- Images and Product Info
Availability: January/February 2010
NARS 15X15 PROJECT
NARS 15X15 PROJECT
In celebration of 15 years of iconic beauty and François Nars, the limited-edition15X15 book (ONLY 1,500 copies available!), individual portraits from the book, and photographic interpretations taken by the participants, will be available for purchase on the 15X15 Online Gallery (www.15X15project.com) beginning tonight at 8pm EST through December 12, 2009. 100% of the proceeds from the project will be distributed among the 15 charities chosen by the participating celebrities.
Click for more pics…
Nars Holiday 2009
October 13, 2009 by admin
Filed under Holiday, Holiday 2009, Nars
Nars Holiday Available Oct/Nov 2009
NARS SS2010 Fashion Week Trend Report- Marc Jacobs
SHOW: Marc Jacobs
LEAD ARTIST: François Nars, Founder and Creative Director of NARS Cosmetics
TREND: Theatrical Makeup
INSPIRATION: The look of the Marc Jacobs collection was inspired by the contemporary dancer, Martha Graham: Old-fashioned and theatrical but graceful and precise. At the same time, however, there was a darker side that was shone through: a quality of gothic romance. Ballerinas with a sense of mystery- as if part of them, along with some of their makeup, had been left behind on stage.
LOOK: Left-over stage makeup. The models weren’t meant to have perfect makeup- rather, they were meant to encompass a “just came off-stage” effect. “Dancers in theater and opera always have white faces, pointed lips and an eye that is drawn outward, not upward-it’s very theatrical, very ballet,” said François Nars. He stressed the importance of the eye for this look, noting that “the shape of the eyeliner is important- it should open the eyes, especially underneath. The slashes of white is something they used to do in the 70s- it brings a 3-dimensional feeling to the makeup.”
Below are some key products and steps for recreating the look:
Face:
· Blend NARS Siberia Sheer Matte foundation onto the face
· Set with NARS Snow Loose Powder for a white, pirouette-clown look
· Subtly contour and highlight, if necessary, with NARS Hungry Heart Blush Duo
Eyes:
· Dust the white shimmer from the left side of NARS Pandora Duo Eyeshadow on the eyelid
· Use NARS D.Gorgeous Single Eyeshadow (NEW for Spring 2010) in the crease
Using the NARS Eyeliner Stylo in Nuits Blanches on the top and bottom lids, follow the shape of the eye, elongating it just past the outer corners but keeping the line straight and out, never moving upwards. (Can we fix the bullet I can’t get the same one to work?)
· Use NARS Black Moon Eyeliner Pencil to enhance the eye
· After applying two sets of false eyelashes, apply one coat of NARS Larger Than Life Lengthening Mascara followed by one coat of NARS Larger Than Life Volumizing Mascara
Lips:
· Apply NARS Pop Life Velvet Matte Lip Pencil (NEW for Holiday 2009) to upper and lower lips, adding an extra layer on the top lip. Dab your finger along the lower lip to lightly fade the color so that the top lip is darker.
Guess the Brand
August 12, 2009 by Pursebuzz
Filed under Guess The Brand, NYX, Nars
OHh since NARS Night Series and NYX’s new colors are soo darn close I wanted to Play a quick game of Guess the Brand just for fun.
I have mixed up the colors and brands and want you to guess it.
Example
- Smokie Mountain, Night Clubbing
- Night Flight,Exotic Green
- Sensual, Night Fever
- Night Flight,Frosted Ocean
- Golden Amber, Galapagos
Go from left to right
NYX, NARS Options
- NYX Smokie Mountain, NARSNight Clubbing
- NYX Exotic Green, NARS Night Flight
- NYX Sensual, NARS Night Fever
- NYX Frosted Ocean,NARS Night Flight
- NYX Golden Amber, NARS Galapagos
Good luck and have fun!!!
