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Lunasol Fall 2009 Eye Care and Base Makeup Releases

by PJ on Wednesday, July 22, 2009

in -Kanebo, -Lunasol, 2009 Fall, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup, skincare

(image/info from www.nikkei.co.jp)

Lunasol will release items for the eye area in Japan on September 18th. Two new shades will be added to the popular concealer, Under Eyes Base N. (It currently features 3 shades.) The shade in Natural Yellow will help conceal brown-toned dark circles, while Natural Orange will help cover up blue-toned dark circles.

Also, the Eye Essence Kit will be launched. The Kit includes eye moisturizers for day and night. The night-time one can be used as an eye mask once a week.

Lunasol Eyeshadow Palette Swatch Galore

Lunasol Fall 2009 Collection

Lunasol Layer Bloom Eyes in Purple Gradation

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Lunasol Eyeshadow Palette Swatch Galore

by PJ on Monday, July 6, 2009

in -Kanebo, -Lunasol, 2009 Fall, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup, makeup - eyeshadow

(image from www.kanebo-cosmetics.jp/lunasol)

Beauty blogger (and fellow Lunasol fan) Gemilay has posted swatches of Lunasol’s eyeshadow palettes released between fall 2005 and fall 2008. (Thank you for posting a commet to let me know, Gemilay!)

Also, beauty blogger Karman has posted the ad image of Lunasol’s fall 2009 collection.

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Update: Lunasol Fall 2009 Makeup Collection

by PJ on Sunday, June 28, 2009

in -Kanebo, -Lunasol, 2009 Fall, all about Japanese cosmetics, announcement, makeup

(image from www.nikkei.co.jp)

My post on Lunasol’s fall 2009 collection has been updated with more item photos. There is one photo of the limited-edition Star Dust on Eyes, which looks very sparkly.

This marks the 1000th post on A Touch of Blusher. I would just like to take this opportunity to thank everyone that has been following my blog. You have helped me make it this far!

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Summer 2009 Makeup Top 10 (Part 3)

by PJ on Tuesday, June 23, 2009

in -Coffret d'Or, -Jill Stuart, -Kanebo, -Lunasol, 2009 Summer, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup, seasonal makeup top 10

(continued from Part 1 & Part 2)

3. Jill Stuart

(image from www.jillstuart-beauty.com)

Jill Stuart’s summer 2009 collection includes a new Illuminance Eyes palette as well as items for lips and nails, but I am particularly interested in the new Jelly Eye Color N.

Jill Stuart’s (original) Jelly Eye Color is among the brand’s most popular products, but I have never tried it. (I much prefer powder eyeshadows.) Now that Jelly Eye Color N features an even more princessy packaging, there is almost no reason for me not to try at least one of the shades.

2. Lunasol

(image from www.kanebo-cosmetics.jp/lunasol)

Lunasol’s summer 2009 collection continues the Floral Purification theme from spring. The plumeria series includes warm neutrals while the hibiscus series features vibrant cool pinks. The EX02 Summer Pink Gradation from the hibiscus series may be the last vibrant eye palette from Lunasol before fall’s slightly more sombre Stardrop Purification collection sets the scene for the rest of the year.

1. Coffret D’Or

(image from www.kanebo-cosmetics.jp/coffretdor)

Coffret D’Or’s summer 2009 collection is quite a sizable one, with a new lipstick range (Juicy Memory Rouge, 12 shades) and a new palette series (Color Mixing Eyes, 5 variations) among other items. Also, the early summer 2009 collection includes 8 new nail colors.

(image from www.kanebo-cosmetics.jp/coffretdor)

Since 2008, Coffret D’Or’s eye palettes have probably been my most-used items for eye makeup. I really like the beautiful texture, the finish and the pigmentation level, not to mention the good staying power.

As I mentioned earlier, among the new Color Mixing Eyes palettes, I am liking the look of 01 Orange Brown Mix and 04 Lavender Purple Mix. I think I will try 04 first and see how it goes. I will certainly keep you posted on my thoughts.

Coffret D’Or Shine Accent Eyes in Pink Variation

Lunasol Layer Bloom Eyes in Purple Gradation

Jill Stuart Mix Blush Compact in Baby Blush

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Update: Lunasol Fall 2009 Makeup Collection

by PJ on Thursday, June 18, 2009

in -Kanebo, -Lunasol, 2009 Fall, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup

(image from www.nikkei.co.jp)

Lunasol will release its fall 2009 collection in Japan on August 21st. As mentioned earlier, the collection will have a “starry night” theme. The Stardrop Purification collection (my own translation) aims to capture the varying shades and glimmers of stars and sky at dust and night time. The collection features a new series of eyeshadow palettes, Star Shower Eyes, as well as Star Dust on Eyes, which promises to be very sparkly.

The whole lineup includes:

– Star Shower Eyes (5 variations)
– Star Dust on Eyes (2 shades, limited editions)
– Contrasting W Eyeliner (5 shades)
– High Stylize Mascara N (1 shade)
– Full Glamour Lips S (10 new shades)
– Full Glamour Gloss N (5 new shades)
– Nail Finish (5 new shades)
– Coloring Cheeks (2 new shades)

Please check out this post for the link to images of all the five Star Shower Eyes palettes. (I am liking the lilac and the neutral ones.)

Updated on June 27th 2009:

More images of the collection:

(images from www.cosme.net)

Updated on July 2nd 2009:

Images of the five Star Shower Eyes palettes:

(01 Start of Night)
(images from www.kanebo-cosmetics.co.jp)

(02 Medium Night)

(03 Dazzling Night)

(04 Star River)

(05 Close of Night)

Related posts on fall 2009 makeup collections:

Maquillage

Ayura

Aube Couture

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Update: Coffret D’Or Summer 2009 and Lunasol Fall 2009

by PJ on Tuesday, June 9, 2009

in -Coffret d'Or, -Kanebo, -Lunasol, 2009 Fall, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup

(image from www.kanebo-cosmetics.jp/coffretdor)

My post on Coffret D’Or’s summer 2009 collection has been updated with a link to some very good close-up images of the Color Mixing Eyes palettes.

Also, Beauty Anonymous has posted a link to a Chinese blog post which includes photos of the upcoming eye palettes from Lunasol’s fall 2009 collection.

Updated on June 14th 2009:

Autumn Masquerade and Beauty Anonymous have posted a link to a blog post (from the same Chinese blog as mentioned above) that features all the palettes from Lunasol’s fall 2009 collection.

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Lunasol Layer Bloom Eyes in 03 Purple Gradation

by PJ on Tuesday, April 28, 2009

in -Kanebo, -Lunasol, 2009 Spring, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup, makeup - eyeshadow, stash focus

Another season, another lilac palette joining my collection…

Lunasol‘s Layer Bloom Eyes* palettes are part of Lunasol’s spring 2009 Floral Purification collection. 03 Purple Gradation is inspired by wisteria (fuji) and includes (anti-clock-wise from top-left):

– sheer white with multi-colored sparkles
– medium lilac with a soft pearly finish (moderately pigmented)
– predominantly matte cool-toned dark grey with sparse shimmer (well-pigmented)
– light lilac with a mildly shimmery finish (moderately pigmented)

All the shades are very soft and easy to apply, and the finish lasts well.

According to the eye chart that comes with the palette, the sheer white is used as a base, the medium lilac is used as a shadowing shade, and the dark grey is for the upper lashline and the outer 1/3 of the lower lashline. The light lilac is applied on the inner 2/3 of the lower lashline.

I really like how the two lilacs work together. The medium lilac has an exceptionally soft texture, and blending is effortless. I can go as sheer or intense as I want with this shade. When applied on the lower lashline, the light lilac seems to look more intense (slightly darker) than it does in the pan. It has a delicate iridescence and brightens the eyes very effectively without creating a stark look.

What I also like about the two lilacs is that the beautiful color seems very long-lasting. After 12 hours of wear, it is not uncommon for some lilacs to take on a very mild bluey-grey hue as the color starts to fade (and I don’t usually take this to be an indication of inferior quality). But the two lilacs here are able to stay fresh almost throughout the day, which impresses me.

Compared with Lunasol’s Lavender Coral palette from spring 2008, I think Purple Gradation is a lot more elegant and understated. The colors are less sparkly and the overall finish is more pearly than shimmery. (Between the two main lilac shades, the one in Purple Gradation is slightly warmer than that in Lavender Coral. I like both equally.) On the whole, Purple Gradation is more similar to Scent Form Eyes in 02 but it is marginally more vibrant due to the mild iridescence. (Scent Form Eyes in 02 is certainly the most low-key of the three.)

Overall, this is a beautiful lilac palette which is very easy to wear, in terms of both the colors and the superb texture of the powder. If you are looking for something as vibrant as the Sheer Contrast Eyes and the Geminate Eyes series, then this palette might not be for you. But if you want a sophisticated eye palette that is not overly shimmery, then the Layer Bloom Eyes series is a must-see.

(It appears that, since the fall 2008 Red Purification collection, Lunasol’s eye palettes are returning to the elegant and understated finish that the brand started off with. It would be interesting to see whether the trend will shift again.)

You can read my friend Betsy’s review of this palette here on Autumn Masquerade.

* Though this palette series is officially called Layer Bloom Eyes, the English name on the outer boxes of palettes sold outside Japan is Blooming Eyes. Check out the photo on this post for the difference.

Lunasol Fall 2009 Collection

Lunasol Summer 2009 Collection
(more Layer Bloom Eyes palettes)

My Personal Take on Lunasol

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Lunasol Fall 2009 Collection

by PJ on Monday, April 20, 2009

in -Kanebo, -Lunasol, 2009 Fall, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup

One reader (and a fellow Lunasol fan), Gemilay, kindly posted a comment under my post on Lunasol’s summer 2009 collection. (Thank you, Gemilay!)

She mentions that the Lunasol fall 2009 collection will have a “starry sky” theme. This seems to have already generated much excitement and anticipation among Lunasol fans. (Rich deep colors with dreamy shimmer and sparkles?)

Lunasol released the “Moonlight Purification” collection back in fall 2006, with five Lighting For Eyes palettes among other items. As Lunasol’s seasonal makeup themes have been revolving around the idea of “purification”, perhaps the official theme for fall 2009 could be “starlight purification”.

I can’t wait to see the collection…

(Starry Night over the Rhode, Vincent van Gogh, 1888)

You can also see some sneak-peek photos of some of the items from Lunasol’s summer 2009 collection on Gemilay’s recent blog post. (The collection won’t be released in Japan until May.)

Updated on June 9th 2009:

Please check out some further information on the collection here.

Updated on June 18th 2009:

More information on the collection here.

Updated on July 6th 2009:

More collection update here.

Lunasol Sheer Contrast Eyes in Lavender Cora l
(Color Purification, spring 2008)

Lunasol Scent Form Eyes 02
(Scent Purification, fall 2006)

Lunasol Full Glamour Gloss in Bright Pink
(Light Purification, spring 2006)

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Spring 2009 Makeup Top 10 (Part 3)

by PJ on Saturday, March 21, 2009

in -Coffret d'Or, -Dior, -Kanebo, -Lunasol, 2009 Spring, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup, seasonal makeup top 10

(continued from Part 1 and Part 2)

3. Coffret D’Or

(Coffret D’Or Shine Accent Eyes)

(image from www.kanebo-cosmetics.jp/coffretdor)

Just a year after the launch, Coffret D’Or has become one of my favorite makeup lines. Among the spring 2009 collection, the new palette range, Shine Accent Eyes, includes another array of pretty and wearable colors. The palettes don’t have an intense eyelining shade, but I can do without it for my daytime makeup. I am planning to getting 02 Pink Variation, and I look forward to sharing my thoughts with you.

2. Dior

(image from www.dior.com)

For me, the star of Dior’s spring 2009 collection is obviously the Lady Dior palette. However, the collection has other gorgeous items, including some soft milky neutrals. Both 5-Color Eyeshadow in Elégante and 5-Color Iridescent Eyeshadow in Parisian Lights are beautiful and very covetable. This is a collection that shows that neutrals don’t have to be dull.

1. Lunasol

(image from www.nikkei.co.jp)

(Lunasol Layer Bloom Eyes palettes)
(image from www.kanebo-cosmetics.jp/lunasol)

Lunasol has always been a front runner for me among the spring 2009 collections. Since the Red Purification collection in fall 2008, Lunasol has gone full circle and returned to the more sophisticated look that Lunasol started off with in 1999. The spring 2009 Floral Purification collection is less shimmery than the Brilliance Purification collection in fall 2007 (featuring Geminate Eyes palettes) and less vibrant than the Color Purification collection in spring 2008 (featuring Sheer Contrast Eyes palettes). While some of those who fell in love with Lunasol in the last couple of years might not find this collection as appealing, I do think this is one of Lunasol’s finest seasonal collections.

The Purple Variation palette is now on my way, and I will be posting my thoughts later on.

Lunasol Summer 2009 Collection

Lunasol Sheer Contrast Eyes in Lavender Coral

Coffret D’Or 3D Lighting Eyes in Purple Variation (spring 2008)

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Lunasol Summer 2009 Collection Update

by PJ on Friday, March 20, 2009

in -Kanebo, -Lunasol, 2009 Summer, all about Japanese cosmetics, makeup

(images/info from www.nikkei.co.jp)

Here is an update on Lunasol’s summer 2009 collection, which will be released in Japan on May 8th. The two flowers chosen to continue the Floral Purification theme from spring 2009 are hibiscus and plumeria, which inspire the two mini collections you see above and below. (Please check this post for a quick reference for the two flowers.)