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| Guerlain Pressed Meteorites Powder Compact Shade 02 Teint Beige |
If any of my fellow makeup nerds watch Homeland, you didn't miss the fact that the compact Carrie slipped to her informant Lynn Reed (containing the device to download the Prince's phone info, natch!) was a beauty from Guerlain. The next time I was at Sephora, I spied a smaller version called the Guerlain Meteorites Powder Compact and was impressed by the softness of the powder.
Guerlain describes the Meteorites Powder Compact, $56.00 for 0.23 oz, as "velvety and silky smooth to the touch" and they are absolutely right! The texture of this powder is incredibly velvety and it takes down the shine that accumulates in my t-zone in the afternoon without feeling heavy or cakey.
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| Guerlain Teint Beige Meteorites Powder Compact |
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| Guerlain Teint Beige Meteorites Powder Compact |
Guerlain Meteorites Powder Compact is available in three shades: Teint Rose, Teint Beige, and Teint Dore. Guerlain says Teint Beige is ideal for "mid-tone complexions", and though I normally land closer to the fair end of the spectrum (MAC NW 20, NARS Deauville), this shade suits my skin perfectly. Because the coverage isn't heavy, I think this shade could easily suit someone slightly lighter or darker than me, but I'd hit up a counter if you have one nearby to test it out first. The powder has the trademark Guerlain violet scent that is undetectable after a few minutes on the skin.
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| Guerlain Teint Beige Meteorites Powder Compact |
Though it says it's "illuminating" and "mattifying", I don't see much of sheen on my face after I apply it.
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| Guerlain Teint Beige Meteorites Powder Compact |
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| Guerlain Teint Beige Meteorites Powder Compact - Full Sun - NW 20 skin |
For the price, you do get all the bells and whistles that come with a luxury brand product. The compact contains an adorable white puff with a pink ribbon "handle" embossed with the company name. It comes in a black velvet bag, ostensibly to protect it from getting scuffed in your bag. The pan of powder is embossed with the same floral design found on the top of the compact. The compact is made of metallic plastic that looks exactly like metal without the weight or the tendency to hold fingerprints, and the pink design on the top is just pretty, plain and simple.
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| Guerlain Teint Beige Meteorites Powder Compact |
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| Guerlain Teint Beige Meteorites Powder Compact |
The coverage is just the right amount for touch-ups, and the size of the compact (it fits in the palm of your hand and it's slimmer than most compacts) make it a perfect purse companion, even when you're carrying your smallest bag.
My Rating: A
Where to Buy:
Nordstrom,
Sephora
What's on your agenda this weekend? In one year from today, my fiance and I will be getting married and I'm so excited! It's 10:30 AM now, and in one year, I'll be sipping coffee and getting ready to be Mrs. Kristen Bartholomew by day's end. I don't think of myself as a super girly girl who lives to discuss napkin colors and taffeta fabric with strangers at Costco, but thinking about marrying my very best friend in the world and celebrating with my very favorite people one year from today has me feeling giddy! I hope you all have a great weekend!
I have this one and it's one of the few makeup items I carry around in my bag! I don't know why I've never reviewed it haha
ReplyDeleteAs a side note, I might want to start watching Homeland. It looks like a good show!
Sooooo tempting!!! Love this :) How exciting that you are a year from your wedding date. Enjoy the anticipation!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous palette! I agree that it's perfect for touch ups. And doesn't it just feel amazing to bust this baby out of your purse?? :-)
ReplyDeleteIt really does, Melissa! :) It's one of those shiny pretty things that make you smile!
ReplyDeleteAw, thank you so much! :) I think everyone would kick my @ss if I started opening every post with "Day 362..." lol!
ReplyDeleteOh yay! Love that you love Homeland, too! I can't wait to see where they go with the plot next season! Things have gotten absolutely CRA CRA. I love that you noticed the compact, too - I knew I could count on my fellow makeup geeks to pick up on that! :D
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Alison! :) It's starting to feel more real and less like an abstract idea that will somehow come together down the road! Should be interesting! How long have you been married to Mr. M? Any advice for someone in the planning stages?
ReplyDeleteOh girl, you definitely should see if you can find season 1 of Homeland somewhere and check it out! It is action-packed! This powder is awesome, isn't it?! I've had it for months and only just thought to review it! I love that it fits into any bag - it's the perfect size! :)
ReplyDeleteWow! 3 months! That's pretty awesome, I must say. We'll have been together for 5 years this October and I definitely agree with you about planning for the marriage being more important than planning for the wedding day. I'm really excited about having the people we love most gathered in one place to enjoy the day with us. Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment, Alison! You're a peach! :) xoxo
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