Monday 31 October 2011

NARS review #1 Super Orgasm Illuminator

NARS Illuminator in Super Orgasm, £21.50 for 30ml


My memory of buying this a few months ago was when I was in Space NK, and they were short staffed. The lady called over to me because she could see I was looking and asked if she could grab me something, and I remember; "yes please, the NARS Illuminator in Super..," and before I finished we both said "orgasm!" across the shop floor. I'm glad no-one else seemed to hear as we were in the rather well- to- do Henley on Thames, dahling.

 ...Aaaanywho I love NARS as a brand, their New York style sleek packaging and excellent reputation really appeals to me, and people never seem to be disappointed by their products. I intend on increasing my collection. Although I'm not disappointed in this product, it does exactly what you expect and to a high quality, I'm just not sure it really needed to be added to my already vast collection of illuminators and highlighters!

The product is a creamy, thick liquid, a smooth texture and has stunning light reflecting pigments in. It also has some really exciting ingredients in it which I feel makes it stand out in comparison to other illuminators out there; Vitamin B5 (Conditions and protects skin), and Polar Berries (antioxidant properties) are amongst them.
Left flash, Right without.
It is a really feminine, coral shade with really fine gold shimmer particles. I tend to use it on top of/underneath a blusher for extra impact, but on it's own in summer over a tinted moisturiser it gives a really natural glowing look. It's pearly, and due to it's golden shimmer particles it adds warmth to the skin- something important all year round. The shimmer stays all day.

All in all, the product is going to last a long time, so excellent value for money in the long run. I use less than a pea sized amount each time. It's also really versatile; I've mixed it in with foundation which gives a subtle, all over radiance and I've also used it on my lips with a lipgloss on top, as well as using it on my cheeks and cheekbones.

Pictured here on cheeks and lips
I'd really like to try it in the Copacabana shade, but I have a feeling its silver & pink pigmentation may be too similar to Benefit's High Beam, so it might not be a necessary purchase until I eventually run out of that!

Have you used NARS illuminators, or are you tempted to? Which other NARS products would you recommend?

15 comments:

  1. ive only ever tried nars lipsticks, i really want to try an illuminator though!

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    xo

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  2. It looks gorgeous on you.. the name is a little much though :p xx

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  3. My make up bag is sans illuminators! You've opened my eyes! I feel I have definitely been missing something.

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  4. I really want to try NARS and Orgasm is deffo on my list to purchase!

    Em xx
    http://hushed-secrets.blogspot.com/

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  5. Ooh, it's lovely. I've only got one NARS' product and that's the "Deepthroat" blush. I love it. Also the fact it's so pigmented means it's lasted me forever too! x

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  6. Thats now on my wishlist! Great blog by the way
    xo

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  7. Zoe- I've heard good things of the NARS lipsticks!

    Rachel- thankyou! I like the name, it's different and you certainly won't forget it :-)

    Belle Helene- GET ONE IN YOUR LIFE NOW!! I don't know how people live without them they make such a huge difference to complexion.

    emma- It was on my list for a long time, was so happy when I treated myself to it! (It was my birthday present to myself!)

    emma- I love the look of deepthroat, looks like the perfect pale pink. NARS stuff lasts for-e-ver!

    Beauty fiend- thankyou!!:-) it's a gorgeous product.

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  8. I love illuminators, I'll also be tempted to try Nars when my benefit runs out

    xx

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  9. I have Nars stick illuminator, didn't buy this one and I regret it so much ! I love Orgasm and Deep Throath ! Thank you for your comment back. I am a proud follower :) and you look beautiful with that shade on your cheeks ! Kisses

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    Let me know what you think.
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  11. I only have Nars blushers and bronzers in my make up bag but WHY have i not got the illuminators? I might pop it on my christmas wish list :) x

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  13. God I love your blog! I've been scrolling through and came across this! I've been looking for a colour like this for bloody ages so thanks haha :) xx

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  14. I really love how you've used it on your lips! Love multi-purpose stuff ^_^

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  15. I really love how you've used it on your lips! Love multi-purpose stuff ^_^

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