Gucci Beauty: Newly launched makeup products starting from 39 SGD

Gucci Beauty Products

Last September, Gucci first launched its beauty makeup products with its 58-piece lipstick collection in three formulations – Rouge à Lèvres Satin, Rouge à Lèvres Voile, and Baume à Lèvres. This year, the Italian luxury brand will be bringing us new products starting from 39 SGD. Keen to get your hands on some branded makeup? Here’s what to expect.

#1: GUCCI CRAYON DÉFINITION SOURCILS – EYEBROW PENCIL (39 SGD)
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If you’ve had the habit of drawing and filling your brows, why not make a switch to the Gucci Crayon Définition Sourcils? The dual-side tool comes with a spoolie brush at one of its ends, allowing you to comb and blend the colour through the brows after applying. The powdery texture will also provide your brows with flake-free matte colour that does not smudge.

Whether you’re looking to fill in those gaps for natural-looking brows or design one for a dramatic intense look, the Gucci Crayon Définition Sourcils is the trusted tool to go to. Furthermore, there are six shades to choose from: gray blond, golden blond, light blond, dark brown, auburn, and ebony. You’re bound to find one that suits you.

#2: ÉCLAT DE BEAUTÉ EFFET LUMIÈRE –  GEL FACE GLOSS (43 SGD)
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Gucci’s Éclat De Beauté Effet Lumière is a multi-use transparent gel gloss in one universal shade to naturally highlight your eyes, cheeks, or lips. It is made using an animal-friendly, vegan formula with an oil-free texture. You can apply it directly on bare skin or over your makeup.

Always admired Korean actresses with their ‘glass skin’ that seems to be glowing from the inside out? This product might do the trick. It adds a veil of transparent illumination, creating a reflective glossy finish you desire.

#3: GUCCI POUDRE DE BEAUTÉ MAT NATUREL – FACE POWDER (95 SGD)
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The Gucci Poudre De Beauté Mat Naturel is a lightweight face powder made up of a combination of micro reflecting lamellar powders. The beauty powder spreads smoothly on the skin surface, giving you a mattified natural complexion. It comes with a soft sponge applicator.

You may use it on its own or on top of your foundation to set the makeup for the day. There are twelve shades to choose from: pale yellow, pale beige, pale pink, light beige, light pink-beige, medium beige, light-medium beige, medium-dark beige, dark beige, deep bronze, dark brown, and deep brown.

#4: GUCCI POUDRE DE BEAUTÉ ÉCLAT SOLEIL –  BRONZING POWDER (95 SGD)
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Here’s your chance to create a warm and healthy-looking skin with Gucci’s Poudre De Beauté Éclat Soleil. Texture wise, it’s soft, silky, and creamy to the touch. However, it’s not heavy. In fact, the thin film formula is easy to apply with an integrated applicator. There’s also a light and floral scent that accompanies the product.

The art of bronzing is actually different from contouring, though it’s commonly used interchangeably. If you’re not a makeup nazi, then read this guide on how to apply bronzer to your face in 60 seconds. And yes, the bronzer powder is available in five shades: fair, light, medium, tan, and dark.

Gucci makeup products will be available at all Gucci beauty counters and online at Tangs.

 

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Boy de Chanel: Chanel has launched new makeup products for men available for purchase from 31 July

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Gone are the days where makeup is only for women. While the mass market has tons of products for ladies, Chanel’s shaking things up with its Boy de Chanel makeup line. As rightly pointed out by the French brand, beauty knows no gender.

Did you know that Chanel’s makeup line for men first made its debut in September 2018? They started with only three products – a foundation, retractable brow pencil, and a hydrating lip balm. This July, they are adding new products to the collection. Here’s what to expect:

#1: FORTIFYING GEL MOISTURISER (144 SGD)
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This gel moisturiser contains a hyaluronic acid derivative combined with glycerin that prevents your skin from dehydration. Just like what a moisturiser does best, it keeps your skin moist for up to 24 hours and protects it against water loss for 8 hours.

You may use the product directly on your beard (in the direction of your hair growth) and after a shaving session to help reduce any irritations from the routine.

#2: BOY DE CHANEL CONCEALER (56 SGD)
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The Boy de Chanel Concealer is a life-saver for men with dark eye circles. If you need to attend an important business meeting, a good first impression is important. Conceal those dark spots or skin imperfections with the Boy de Chanel Concealer.

We love how it’s available in eight different shades so you’re bound to find one that matches your skin tone. In addition to that, the product is non-oily but at the same time, glides on smoothly during application. If you’re worried about having an extra layer on your skin, worry not about a thing. It’s so light on the skin that you won’t even be bothered by it.

#3: 3-IN-1 EYE PENCIL (53 SGD)
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And on days where you feel bold, confidently put on the 3-in-1 Eye Pencil. It comes in three shades – brown, navy, and black. For a day look, you can apply it on the inner corner of your eyes to define it. When the sun sets, blend it the way you want, like how you would do for eyeshadows.

#4: LE VERNIS MATTE NAIL POLISH (41 SGD)
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Too busy to hit the nail salon for a pampering session? The Le Vernis matte nail polish will be a good investment. More so than any other nail polish out there because according to Chanel, the nail polish dries in just 64 seconds. There are two shades available – natural and black.

The products will be available exclusively at Chanel Fragrance and Beauty Boutiques (ION Orchard, Marina Bay Sands, Raffles City, VivoCity, JEM) from 31 July.

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Which Makeup Products Should You Splurge On?

A study has shown that women spend approximately S$20,000 on beauty products in their entire lifetime. That is a lot of lipsticks! With a shocking number like that, you must weigh whether a beauty product is worth splurging for or not.

LIPS THAT KISS

If there is one thing that you should splurge on when it comes to luxury cosmetics – it is lipstick! I am not saying this merely because I am obsessed with this product. A reliable lipstick is important because you can apply it as a vibrant eye-shadow or a pigmented blush too. For instance, I use my MAC Russian Red (about S$30) to give a flush of crimson on my cheeks and on my lips. You can use the same technique to Charlotte Tilbury lipsticks and others alike. Gone are the days when multitasking sticks do not exist!

Experts believe that anything put around or on the mouth can make or break your look. A subtle lips can give off a natural aura while a red lipstick can be a showstopper. Moreover, a good lipstick stays for a long period of time. Less purchasing equates to more savings.

BASE THAT STAYS

Whether you like it or not, it all starts with a good base. Make sure you splurge on skincare and a really trusty primer. Think of your face as a room’s platform, you will not be able to build the room you desire without a sturdy surface. Having a good base will enable you to get away with a drugstore foundation. Do not get me started with how drugstore products are becoming more competitive now. That is a different conversation. Anyway, let us go back to skincare.

Many Singaporeans turn to Korean beauty for their skincare regimen. You can follow this too! Or, simply cleanse and exfoliate regularly. Personally, I prefer the sensitive formula of Cetaphil as a cleanser. Afterwards, I would put the NUXE body oil. I may also partake in an all-in-one lactic acid treatment by Sunday Riley (retails for S$223 at Sephora Singapore). It is a product that many skincare obsessed people shell out for. It brightens, soothes, and reduces your blemishes and fine lines. It leaves you with an even-toned radiant complexion!

BROWS THAT BOWS

Many makeup artists believe that eyebrows are the most important facial feature next to the teeth. They go the extra mile to shape one’s brows for a variety of reasons. Firstly, a nicely shaped brow can make someone look more youthful and fresh. The volume in your brows can make you look rested!

Secondly, it gives a subtle change without having to splurge on other cosmetics. You can either look edgy or feminine by shaping your brows. Lastly, even the Royal Duchess of Cambridge believes in a set of perfectly shaped brows. She uses the Bobbi Brown Brow Kit that retails for S$85 at Sephora. A cheaper alternative would be the cult classic – Anastasia Brow Wiz for S$40 at Sephora. Brow Wiz is a holy grail to many beauty fanatics due to its user-friendly wand and its natural finish.

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Let me ask you one thing. Which luxury beauty products do you splurge on? Leave your comments below.

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