Tag: Bobbi Brown

Bobbi Brown Creamy Concealer Kit

Darn genetics: I have just a touch of darkness under my eyes.  The new Creamy Concealer Kit was designed just for this problem so I had to give it a whirl.  The concealer is one of the creamier formulations I have tried, and it works well on my normal-to-dry skin.  I have tried application with both a brush and my finger and I definitely recommend the precision of a brush.  While there isn’t a lot of luminosity to the pigment, the color is very natural.  The setting powder gives powerhouse stay-ability. The formula did slightly settle into fine lines, but over all, the long-lasting wear makes it a winner. ($32)

Bobbi Brown Brush Cleaning Spray

Raise your hand if you don’t wash your brushes every single week: guilty as charged.  I know it is not a replacement for brush shampooing, but the Bobbi Brown Brush Cleaning Spray makes me feel just a little bit better about my brush-cleaning-laziness.  This spray is alcohol free and safe for synthetic and natural brushes.  And it is quick drying.  This really comes in handy if you have leftover color on your brush you don’t want interfering with your next application.

Bobbi Brown Rich Color Gloss

I have always trended towards a more neutral lip and gloss only, never lipstick.  This winter I wanted to go out on a limb.  This product is perfect for those wanting to make their first foray into a strong lip.  It is advertised as having the coverage of a lipstick, the  shine of a gloss, and feel of a balm. The scent is not as strong as many other Bobbi Brown products, but there is a slight mint vanilla which is very pleasant.  I am currently using Pink Buff, but wouldn’t hesitate to come back for more colors as I up the drama.  These glosses don’t have the wear of a lipstick, but with the feel of a balm and nice scent, I don’t mind an occasional re-application.

  • Dusty Rose (pink mauve)
  • Naked (nude beige)
  • Pink Buff (nude pink)
  • Pink Raspberry (bright rose)
  • Ruby Red (bright red)

Bobbi Brown Illuminating Bronzing Powder

Okay, I am shy about blush.  With my fair skin, it just seems like it was so obvious and artificial on me.  So I had been opting for a one-tone finish on my face.  That was until Celia at the Bobbi Brown counter got a hold of me.  When I saw the compact, I thought “wow, that looks pink, but I really like the name ‘Antigua’”. So I let her have her way with my cheeks.  This came out as illuminating, duh, but authentic.  It was sheer but gave emphasis on my cheekbones.  It was easy to use and after I learned that I didn’t need loads of the product on my brush, I have become proficient.  I love it so much, it goes with me everywhere now.

Available colors: Antigua (light pink – below), Maui (pink coral), Bali Brown (gold), Aruba (light gold), Bahama (deep gold), Barbados (warm deep gold).

Bobbi Brown Extra SPF 25 Tinted Moisturizing Balm

If you have the right skin, this Tinted Moisturizing Balm can be a home run for you like it is for me.  I make the caveat of needing the right skin because the coverage is very light and the balm is super moisturizing.  I have dry skin in the winter and this winter seems especially bad – welcome to your 30s, I guess.  I prefer a light coverage because, frankly, I give up on covering up all my freckles (read: age spots). The finish takes all the red out of my skin and leaves it moisturized without being overly dewy. I love that it has a relatively high SPF built in. There is a strong fragrance – something like Thyme and Citrus.  I really like it but if you have a sensitive nose, make sure you smell before buying.  Also, the artist said “a little goes a long way”, probably to alleviate the pain of the $50 price tag.  I don’t think this is true, but the jar will last me well into the early spring. Also you can build the coverage but using a little bit more. I am using the light tint but it also comes in the following colors:

  • Alabaster
  • Extra Light Tint
  • Light Tint
  • Light To Medium Tint
  • Medium Tint
  • Medium To Dark Tint
  • Dark Tint
  • Deep Tint

I have fair skin so Alabaster and Extra Light are very, very light.