Hi Guys!
So I am probably the last blogger in the world to hop on to the amazing band wagon of NARS products but better late than never! This is a NARS Duo with a Laguna bronzer and an Orgasm blush. I got it at Sephora for 41 dollars. I've heard really good things about both products and I didn't want to buy the big one of each for $32 dollar so I decided with the duo to start with. Honestly I'm glad I got the duo because its great for travel.
(Top: Laguna, Bottom: Orgasm)
Packaging: I love how the NARS packaging looks. It looks really expensive (which it is) and sleek. Also I love how large the mirror in it is. However, the rubberish material attracts all the dirt in the world. I keep it in a separate zipper section in my purse when I travel because I hate how dirty it gets but I can get over this issue because of how wonderful the product is.
Laguna Bronzer:
Color: Laguna looks a lot more intense in the pan than it really it. It is a very natural bronze color. You can't really see in the pan but in the swatch you can see that it has some nice shimmer to it but it isn't overwhelmingly shimmer.
Formula: The formula of Laguna is probably my favorite thing about it. It goes on so smoothly and easily. It blends really is and never leaves your face looking muddy or heavy.
Pigment: The pigment of this bronzer isn't the greatest but because it's so buildable it works out fine. I like this more for an all over the face bronze look but if you're looking for a contouring bronzer, there are better ones out there.
Finish: I am actually in love with the finish of this. It gives you a healthy glow that isn't shiny. I use it all over my face after putting on my Benefit Hello Flawless foundation but before my Rimmel Stay Matte powder. You can still see the glow through the powder and it just looks so nice!
Orgasm Blush:
Color: Orgasm is a beautiful subtle pinky peach color with gold shimmers in it. The gold shimmer aren't overwhelming and give your cheeks a nice happy glowy look. They aren't chunky which is amazing because I hate blushes and bronzer with huge chunks of shimmer in them that just looks cheap.
Formula: The blush formula is very similar to the bronzer. It is smooth and blendable which is amazing! I love when you don't have to fight with the product to get it to go on your face.
Pigment: The pigment of Orgasm is amazing. I honestly only need one swipe across my cheek and that's it! It is more on the sheer side of the spectrum but I think it looks so much better sheer than when you try to build it up.
Finish: Orgasm gives you a very natural looking cheek with a hint of shimmer. I think it is especially lovely for summer time when you want to look sun kissed.
Overall, I think they are both great and I can see why they are beauty blogger cult products!
Have you tried them out? What did you think?
Lots of love,
Never tried Nars brand before. Looks good ;)
ReplyDeleteThis is my first Nars product! Will be trying more in the future! thanks so much! xx
DeleteI've never tried Nars products before, I've wanted to for awhile because everyone raves about how amazing the products are but I could never justify the price. I might try see if I can get my little hands on the duo like you did :D
ReplyDeleteI thought 41 was more reasonable than the 32 per item! thanks so much! xx
DeleteNars Orgasm is such a nice blush colour for Summer - I really do think it's worth paying the money for these products as they seem so good.
ReplyDeleteKathryn x
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I agree! I feel like I'm going to get a lot of wear out of this product. Thanks so much xx
DeleteI love the finish of both. They look very complementing to the skin.
ReplyDeleteZoe // The Caribbean Flower
They are very natural looking! Thanks so much! xx
DeleteThis looks absolutely gorgeous! I'm desperate ot try it but the price tag has always put me off! xxx
ReplyDeleteI think it is worth it! It put me off at first too but now I'm happy I got it! Thanks so much xx
DeleteI have the super orgasm blush and absolutely love it!
ReplyDeleteThis duo looks gorgeous! Great review!
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Thanks so much for nominating me! Thats so nice of you! It is a beautiful duo xx
DeleteGreat post! I have the full size Laguna, and then Orgasm Blush/Albatros Highlighter Duo. I always get a bit scared using them though as they come out really shimmery on me!
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Try using a matte powder over them to maybe bring the shimmer down?! Thanks so much xx
DeleteThis is definitely a great duo to pick up. I love love love Laguna. It is the ultimate bronzer.
ReplyDeleteKendra
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Agreed! It is so lovely! thanks so much xx
Deletei want this too, but i dont know if it will be dark enough of a bronzer for me! but i love it and nars products are just amazing.
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Try it out in Sephora! It's pretty build able! thanks so much xx
DeleteI always wanted to try Nars Orgasm but I'm afraid that it won't show up on my skin tone :(
ReplyDeletexoxo -B ♡ http://msberrystylish.blogspot.com/
Try it out in the store!! Thanks so much xx
DeleteNever tried orgasm ( I know! Shock! Who hasn't in the beauty world) but I LOVE Laguna! Go to bronzer. Great review!
ReplyDeleteMorganAshleyBeauty.blogspot.co.uk
Thanks so much! It's def worth a try! xx
DeleteOMG it looks absolutely stunning!!!!! I soooooo want this, it looks like the most perfect palette to take around xxx
ReplyDeleteGemma ♥ | MissMakeupMagpie
It really is! Thanks so much xx
DeleteI haven't tried either Orgasm or Laguna from Nars, but it is certainly something I want to try! The swatches are beautiful!
ReplyDelete<3 Pauline, Addicted to Makeup
Def worth a try! Thanks so much xx
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