NARS HAUL!!!

After a couple of months deliberation I finally took the plunge and purchased a few items from Nars Cosmetics. I scoured the web for reviews and settled on some basics to create a flawless complexion.

I settled for the following tidy collection of Nars classic products.....

(Clockwise left to right)
Nars Bronzer in Laguna #5101   NZ$100
Nars Sheer Matte Foundation in Barcelona #6066   NZ$100
Nars Sheer Glow in Punjab #6043   NZ$72
Nars Highlighting Blush Powder in Albatross #5131   NZ$64
Nars Duo Concealer in Custard/Ginger #1222   NZ$88

The Good:
1. The packaging is amazing.
2. The quality of the formulations seems reasonably good.
3. Did I mention I love the packaging?

 I did go to Mecca Cosmetica and have them applied to my face by a wonderfully helpful assistant, however I think because I didn't actually get to play with them myself I couldn't really form a proper opinion of them. I guess it is only when you have them at home that you discover whether you like them or not.

It took me a little while to get used to the bronzer, but I am thrilled with it now. It seemed a little ruddy at first, but you just need to give it a good working in. Initially I was using


The concealer is great.  I like the two colours, using the lighter one under my eyes and darker one around the rest of my face. The consistency is nice, but I seem to be going through it at an alarming rate.



The highlighter, is probably a bit too yellow for my pink skin, however it is the perfect colour for the inner eye, with just the right amount of sheen. I love it! It was exactly what I was looking for. Again it needs a good blending in to work on the cheekbones.

                        NARS BARCELONA SHEER MATTE                    NARS PUNJAB SHEER GLOW


The Bad:
Lastly the foundations, oh the foundations. They are my biggest regret. I have seen them work wonders on some peoples skin. Mine is not one of them. Don't get me wrong, I wanted to love them. However, I am thinking I will need to pass them on to a good home.




The Ugly: 
Did I mention the price? These have about a 50% markup in price compared with USA. Fortunately I managed to get them from there at a fraction of what you would pay here. 


In the meantime, I am still on the search for the perfect foundation!




I try to keep my health and beauty routine as natural as possible, however there is just something irresistible about Nars products.....