Chanel Brume d'Or
Chanel Rose Initiale
Since then I've been really hard on Chanel releases. I realized purchasing Chanel was actually more about the name than the actual items (because I was frequently paying $95 for just an okay highlighter) and my priority has always been (okay okay, has shifted to) quality rather than packaging.
L-R: Chanel Rose Initiate, Tarte Exposed, Chanel Brume d'Or
Chanel Brume d'Or
I consider it a success that when the Bombay Express de Chanel collection hit the online store, I was only attracted to Brume d'Or and not the fancy highlighter. In the pan the blush is a scary looking brown, but when applied it draws the rose tones out from the skin to a very flattering summer flush. I really don't know why I love this so much, but I do.
Chanel Rose Initiale
As for Rose Initiale from the fall collection, it's a slightly cool-leaning pink blush that is light enough to go very well with the smokey looks we'll definitely be sporting come fall.
I've always had a soft spot for Chanel blushes. The line is filled with finely milled, universal shades, and it's the one thing that's never let me down. All Chanel blushes feature a strong fragrance that dissipates after application.
For some reason the ingredients in both blushes differ. I suspect because Brume d'Or features the baked (Euro) version whereas Rose Initiale is the regular US version of the blush:
Brumes d'Or (click to enlarge)
Rose Initiale (click to enlarge)
CHEEKZ!! Brumes looks amazing on you! So does the Rose one, but you are right that Brumes one is unique. I think I'll look at it in person!
ReplyDeleteYou look great with both! I like how Brumes d'Or gives you such sculpted cheeks! The US version is apparently different from everywhere else, though I've never owned any to really compare!
ReplyDeleteI was So surprised How much I loved the Brumes Or Blush, and I almost did not order it. I sent the Highlighter back I really did not care for it. ( I wanted to Love it but did not :( )
ReplyDeleteThanks for the ingredients, Wandz ;) Good for you for being more selective in your purchases! I wonder if my mum would like one of these...
ReplyDeleteTrakee- :D :D Brumes is fun!
ReplyDeleteSunny- Yeah it is, like the eye quads. I prefer the US version because it doesn't kick up as much powder, personally...
Nancy Pierson- right?! I think i love it so much because it's so surprisingly wearable for something that looks so brown in the pan
Larie- All for you ;D
You're making me want to get brown blushes! But I bet I can't pull them off as well as you. -_-'
ReplyDeletePretty as always, Xiao! I got Rose Initiale too and love it (though I do have to be careful not to overappy as I am experiencing a lot of redness right now and find that this particular blush accentuates it a lot!)
ReplyDeleteWould you recommend Brumes d'Or or Tarte Exposed? They look so similar I doubt I need both :)
ReplyDeleteI love chanel blushes but I have to say chanel collections over all have been medicore imo especially the lipsticks . Last collection I went crazy over was the byzantine one ... boy did I go crazy ! brume d or is lovely on you , they used to make a jc in nude it was the most perfect nude beige blush on the planet. xoxo
ReplyDeleteThey're both so pretty. I was attracted to Brumes d'Or, too. I think you did well!
ReplyDeleteRose Initiale is lovely on you but Brumes d'Or gives you cheekbones up to there!
ReplyDeleteYou make me want Chanel blushes. Is Brume d'Or only available online at Chanel or will it be out at counters?
ReplyDeleteThanks for the ingredients. My skin hates the baked JCs unfortunately. :(
ReplyDeletehi!! greetings from cincinnati!!! i love your blog!!! after looking at the ingredients, i may never purchase a chanel blush again!! the list of irritants go on and on especially, the u.s. version. i've been experiencing skin issues of late....these ingredients are a no no for problematic skin!! thankyou for the great review and pictures!! xo.
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