Clarins launched their Nude Inspiration Fall/Winter 2009 makeup collection last week and I was down there to check it out. Taking a departure from other French brands e.g. Dior and Lancome who are going strong for Fall, Clarins decided to take a step back and go nude or neutral. Its quite surprising but not unusual. I believe Bobbi Brown too is taking this route with their Nude Eye Palette of neutral shades for the eyes.
I have some quick thoughts on the collection including my personal favourite product of the lot. You might have already picked it up from a previous post but if you haven’t then read on! 😀
Clarins Color Quartet for the Eyes – #110 Nude (RM145)
For Fall 2009 Clarins has a new permanent eyeshadow quartet in 4 neutral colours. If you don’t have a neutral palette, give this one a try. The colours are soft to the touch and apply smoothly. I prefer this one over Bobbi Brown’s Nude Palette simply because of texture. I think its better. The colour tone is a little warm – just a touch. If you already have too many of the similar colours, you wont’ miss anything by skipping this.
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