Tuesday, June 28, 2011

New: Estee Lauder Idealist Even Skintone Illuminator & Cooling Eye Illuminator

Estee Lauder has recently launced a new campaign called 'Every Woman Can be Beautiful', which features 3 new faces to their brand including China's own Liu Wen.


Two new products have been released: Idealist Even Skintone Illuminator and Cooling Eye Illuminator. These products caught my eye (mainly because of how beautiful Liu wen looks in the campaign shots), because I love skincare items which have make-up properties.



Idealist Even Skintone Illuminator

This product comes in 2 sizes 30ml (£46) and 50ml (£62). As they are very expensive, I bought the smaller 30ml bottle.


According to Estee Lauder:

"The first fast-acting Serum from Estée Lauder Research proven to significantly reduce the look of uneven skintone: blotchiness, blemish marks, dark spots, discolourations. Instantly skin looks fresh and radiant. 79% of women saw an immediate improvement in the look of uneven skintone. Skin looks noticeably clearer, brighter and more even-toned. Dark spots appear reduced."



I love the pretty pearly blue packaging. The product is easily dispensed via a pump. Only a small amount is necessary per use. I would recommend using about half the amount shown in the picture below.


The serum is a lightweight pearly lotion.


The serum has a touch of gold pearl which, once blended, creates a gorgeous illuminating effect. Initially I was worried about glittery/shimmery particles on my skin, but all that was noticeable was a beautiful glow.



The illuminating effect is more obvious on my face. Here is a pic of me in a recent FOTD using the illuminator (I have added a touch of BB cream to nose and chin areas).




The serum makes an immediate difference to my skin. I feel radiant and confident with it on, and do not feel the need to cover up my skin. It brightens up my skintone and gives the skin a great glow. In addition, it does not irritate my skin in the slightest, and it feels lightweight and non-greasy.

As for non-immediate effects, I've been using this serum for over 2 weeks now and have noticed an overall brightening in my complexion which has nothing to do with the pearlescent illuminating qualities of the serum. I had uneven skintone from sun damage on my recent trip to Peru. After using the serum for 2 weeks, the slight discolouration on my skin has disappeared.

* I have to note that the discolouration on my skin was modest to begin with, so I don't know how this serum will fare with dark spots. *

I feel that this serum has evened out my skintone nicely, whilst brightening my complexion.




Idealist Cooling Eye Illuminator ~ £40



I was very lucky to receive this Eye Illuminator as a gift. At £40, it's a very expensive product.


Here are pics of the long list of ingredients:




According to Estee Lauder:

"This highly concentrated complex targets the underlying causes of darkness and puffiness for dramatic brightening and de-puffing, instantly and over time.... Every stroke of the innovative ceremic tip cools, massages, helps de-puff and re-energize eyes."


The cooling ceremic tip. I can vouch that this tip does indeed feel cooling on the eye area.



It comes in 2 shades, and I bought the lighter shade of 'Light-Medium'.




The tint is a supremely sheer pale creamy-beige with a hint of pearlised gold. The texture is very creamy, but light and not thick enough to cover dark circles (though it does minimise their appearance). Once spread, the cream gives a brightening, illuminating effect.


I use this illuminator sparingly in the mornings and it instantly brightens up my eyes. I love the refreshing, cooling sensation the applicator gives, and my eyes instantly becomes less puffy. My eyes look refreshed, and I feel more wide awake. I haven't used this cream long enough to notice any long term lightening of my dark circles.


18 comments:

  1. This is a fantastic review/post per usual. I love the swatch; I'm amazed at how a product can make such a subtle yet dramatic at the same time change. You're glowing and look beautiful!


    JC
    www.makeupdiary.org

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  2. your skin always amazes me! I like the idea of the eye cream
    thanks for the review :)
    xoxo

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  3. I've almost used up my Idealist - old formula, which honestly didn't do too much for me, but I'd love to try this one for the glowu effect. And the eye product looks great!

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  4. Wow this looks like exactly what I need! Thanks for the review!!

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  5. aaah Estee lauder eye illuminator looks like revlon white perfect eye brightener.:3

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  6. great review, i always disliked my baggy/puffy eyes but i never put makeup there, maybe i should start.

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  7. Will the serum work with combo-oily skin? I'm afraid that it'd make me look oily instead of glowy =[

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  8. you look amazing as always! haven't tried anything from the estee lauder skincare line. but i will check these products out at their counter since everything looks so good on you! :D

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  9. Thank you for sharing this Penelope, they look amazing :)

    Kisses, Melanie

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  10. Such a gorgeous FOTD. :] I'm liking all that you've written here for these two products. They definitely sound promising!! (especially the eye cream). Thank you, Penelope! :D

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  11. I think you would still look beautiful with or without it!! it's not the product I think you just have great skin lol. I want to try the eye cooler but it's a tad pricey.. think I'll look into it at Duty Free :D

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  12. Amazing, detailed review. Thank you.

    You have a wonderful blog, I will definitly check back to read more of your posts. I wish you all of the luck in the world (although I am sure you don't need it).

    All the best,
    Voe.
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    http://lipstick-and-pearls.blogspot.com

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  13. Loving this review! I am planning on going out tomorrow, and I am definitely stopping by the estee lauder counter to check the skintone illuminator out!

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  14. love ur review!!!!!! thank for sharing!

    xoxo jenna
    http://thepetiteblog.blogspot.com

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  15. nice detailed review, I think this works very well with your skin!

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  16. wow! this is interesting! but i don't think you need one hahah! :)) you're flawless!!!

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  17. wow amzing review soo pretty^^
    I love the products...i really want to try the eye illuminator...looks like a nice product.
    Mi_Mi
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    mi-miworld.blogspot.com/

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  18. Thanks so much for the comments!

    @Blair: the serum is one of the lightest formulas of serums I have tried. BUT, bearing in mind humid climates and if applying a moisturiser and SPF cream on top, it may end up looking a little oily.

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