Review: NARS The Multiple

NARS The Multiple in Orgasm

Product Info from NARS:

The original multi-purpose stick for eyes, cheeks, lips and body. Its unique, creamy formula blends effortlessly to provide sheer color for creating shimmering accents, contours or dynamic highlights on all skin tones. Creates perfect, glowing complexions and is conveniently designed for fail-proof application.

RETAIL PRICE: Php 2,250.00

I'm lucky I got this from swap and its still good as new.

WEIGHT: 14 grams

SHADES : Available in 13 shades.

PROS:

* pigmented unlike the Powder blush version that barely shows up when swatched.
* non-sticky unlike MAC cream blushes

* easy to apply; glides on smoothly

* can be layered with any powder blush without looking heavy/cakey.

* makes me look GLOWING! This doesn't look too shimmery once applied on the cheeks.

* average staying power (about 4-5 hrs)
* can be used as blush or highlighter

CONS:

* it creases when used as eyeshadow (even with eye primer underneath)

* expensive! It contains only 14 grams of product.

ADDICTION FACTOR:

This product is nice to have but I can live without it...

If you're looking for a cheaper alternative, I read Nichido stick in South Beach is a dupe of Orgasm multiple... the best part?! It only costs less than Php 200 bucks!

RATING : 3/5

More pics (click to enlarge)

NARS Orgasm powder blush vs. The Multiple in Orgasm

Swatches

I noticed that Orgasm multiple looks more pink whereas the powder blush has more gold flecks to it.

Another shot

Are you a fan of stick/cream blushes?

What's your fave?

Till next time,

Swatches: NARS Blushes

Product Info from NARS:

Made with transparent pigments for a soft and sheer look. Imparts a natural, healthy glow for any skin tone and may be worn alone or layered together for more depth and intensity.

* Provides a sheer, natural hint of color

* Made with transparent pigments to avoid heaviness

* Broad selection of shades

NARS Blushes are cheaper in the US, they cost $24 in the website whereas here in the Philippines they are priced Php 1,350 ($30) at Rustans.

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Orgasm - peachy pink with shimmer

This blush is not that pigmented unlike other NARS blushes I've tried...

I have to swipe my brush 3x for it to show up on my cheeks, but this holds a special place in my heart since my MUA used this shade during my wedding and prenup.

Super Orgasm - peachy pink with gold glitter

SO is pinkier than Orgasm and the gold glitters are visible on the pan, but don't be afraid coz all you have to do is tap your brush to get rid of the glitters before applying it on your cheeks.

Torrid - Coral with shimmer

A darker version of Orgasm IMO but less shimmery.

Outlaw - shimmery rose (discontinued)

The shade reminds me of NARS Crazed, it looks scary on the pan but when applied with a light hand it gives me a natural flush.

Angelika - cotton candy with silver shimmers

This would be my favorite NARS Blush coz I love how it instantly brightens my face!

Swatches

From top:

Angelika, Outlaw, Orgasm, Super Orgasm, Torrid

Will post swatches of my MAC & Shu Uemura blushes soon =)

Till next time,

Spend vs. Save : NARS blush in Angelika

Spend: NARS Blush in Angelika - Php 1,350 (Rustans)
Save: The Face Shop Color Nuance blush in PK103 - Php 395

Angelika is described as a "Cotton candy pink with gold particles"... weird coz the particles looks silver to me =P

They look shimmery on the pan but hardly noticeable when applied (see swatches).

TEXTURE & FINISH:
Both have silver shimmers, but Angelika's texture is much finer than TFS.

COLOR - PAY OFF :

Angelika - really pigmented; i only have to TAP my brush once or twice for it to show up on my NC20 skintone.
PK103 - sheer but buildable color

STAYING POWER :
I adore NARS blushes coz of its staying power, they last for more than 6 hours on me.
TFS on the other hand, lasts for around 4 hours (if I don't sweat)

Swatches
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Left: The Face Shop Blush in PK103
Right: NARS Blush in Angelika

They look similar in their respective pans but once applied PK103 looks cooler & less shimmery than Angelika.

FINAL THOUGHTS:

If you're looking for an inexpensive cool toned pink blush, I highly recommend PK103.

Till next time,

Review : NARS Blushes

without flash

NARS Blushes in (from left):
Super Orgasm - Taos
Orgasm - Crazed

with flash

PRODUCT INFO from NARS' site:

Made with transparent pigments for a soft and sheer look. Imparts a natural, healthy glow for any skin tone and may be worn alone or layered together for more depth and intensity.

• Provides a sheer, natural hint of color
• Made with transparent pigments to avoid heaviness
• Broad selection of shades

RETAIL PRICE: Php 1,350 or about $28.

WEIGHT : 4.5 grams

SHADES : More than 25 Blush shades available.
Some popular shades are Orgasm, Deep Throat, Luster, Angelika, Desire.

WHAT I LIKE:
* A little goes a long way
* Pigmented
* silky texture, glides easily
* finely milled
* all 4 blushes have gold shimmers! i love shimmery makeup..
* compact has a mirror
* lasts for more than 5 hours on me - amazing staying power!

WHAT I DON'T LIKE:
* the rubber casing - it easily attracts dirt
* expensive compared to MAC!

MY THOUGHTS ON EACH COLOR:
> Orgasm (peachy pink w/ shimmer) - the infamous NARS blush! My MUA friend Jessie used this on my wedding day and prenuptial shoot ( <-click links to view pic) that's why I'm in love with this blush. But I read this color doesn't show up on all skintones, better test this first before purchasing. This is my first NARS blush btw.

> Super Orgasm (peachy pink w/ gold glitter) - they say this is Orgasm on steroids =) The gold glitters doesn't bother me coz its not noticeable at all (it falls off), but it really looks chunky on the pan. The color is kinda pinkish compared to Orgasm, and its more pigmented than O. This is loosely pressed compared to the other 3 blushes coz of the chunky glitters.

> Crazed (raspberry w/ shimmer) - you'll look crazy if you over-apply this blush! It looks scary on the pan, but when used with a light hand its a very pretty pink! If you're too lazy to apply makeup, just apply this blush to brighten your face + lipgloss.

> Taos (desert rose w/ shimmer) - this doesn't look desert rose to me, its a reddish-coral IMO. Correct me if I'm wrong.. =) I think this shade flatters all skintones. Like Crazed, you only need to tap the brush once on the pan since this is very pigmented.

TIPS:
I tried several brushes in applying NARS blushes.. Bare Naturals stippling, Ellana baby buki & Everyday Minerals angled blush brush, but the one that works best for me is Ecotools' blush brush coz of its shape. I only need to tap the flat surface of the brush on the pan and swipe directly on my cheeks. The size is perfect for my cheek area, not too big nor small. I also read from Girltalk, Etude's stippling brush works best with NARS blushes too.


ADDICTION FACTOR:
I'm starting to get addicted! Waah.. but I think its really worth it coz their blushes are really pigmented, I think each pan will last me 1 - 2 years!

RATING :
5 out of 5.

Swatches (without flash)

NARS Blushes from Top:
Crazed
Taos
Super Orgasm
Orgasm

Swatches (with flash)

Till next time,

Spend vs. Save : NARS Blush in Taos

Looking for a cheap red-hued blush?

Spend : NARS blush in Taos - Php 1,350
Save : Ever Bilena blush in Cheek Php 150

See the huge price difference? =)

Taos is a very pretty reddish-dark coral blush. When used with a stippling brush it gives me a nice warm flush! I prefer to use my Ecotools blush brush and gently TAP the brush once on the pan since its very pigmented. I think this blush will last me a LONG, LONG time!

They look almost the same on the pan, but see the difference when swatched.
Cheek is kinda pink compared to Taos, but when applied on my cheeks I really can't tell the difference =)

Swatches:
NARS Blush in Taos
Ever Bilena blush in Cheek

Credits to Pammy for posting!

New NARS blushes + blush collection..

Just want to make a quick post to greet everyone a Merry Christmas! =)

Here's my new NARS babies.. and my updated blush collection.

Recently bought them last two weeks.. Reviews to follow!


Teaser pics

Top :
NARS Orgasm, Super Orgasm and Taos

From Left:
(MAC Blushes)
Dollymix
Gentle
Afterdusk
Springsheen
Desert Rose


Random Brands

TOP:
The Body Shop Shimmerwaves in Peach
L'oreal Blush delice in Front page peach
G-lish Patric Rosas Blush in Sweet Pink
Sansan Blush Mosaic in RSVP Pink
ELF Bronzer in Sunkissed

BOTTOM:
Maybelline Mineral Blush in Simply Coral
L'oreal Blush delice in Rosy Cheeks
NYX Blush in Pinky
NYX Blush in Desert Rose
Ever Bilena Blush in Cheek
Elianto Baked Blush in Natural Purple
ELF Glow

NOT SHOWN:
Ellana Mineral blush in Happiness
Everyday Minerals blush in Wake up call
Cover girl classic blush in Rose silk

Teeny Haul

What I got for myself this week.. Can't wait to get my hands on them!

MAC Dsquared2 Sculpt and Shape Powder
in Accentuate/Sculpt
(first pic below)

Bought this in Ebay.

Been lemming for this powder eversince Jessie used this to contour my round face during my birthday party last October.. haha! Can't find other contour powders that looks natural on fair skin, at last I have one! Can't wait to review this..

MAC Mineralized Blush in Gentle
*Image borrowed from NORDSTROM's website*

Bought this from a fellow blogger, babyjap.
I'm in love with the color.. I love anything that has gold flecks! Laura Mercier Caviar Eyeliner in Black
*Image from Laura Mercier's site*

Another item from babyjap.
I'm already tired of gel eyeliners coz they tend to dry fast (after 2 months or so)..

The infamous NARS Orgasm Blush
*Image from NARS site*

Got this from swap last week.

Will post reviews soon..