Beauty must-have: Skin-Absolute by Filorga

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I’m an avid fan of Filorga since 1997 I believe, when I discovered for the first time.
Filorga has the most amazing Mesotherapy Treatments which are now only offered by Medical Aesthetic Centres and the results truly speak for themselves.

The Filorga retail range has been just as impressive over the years, never disappointing and always making use of the cutting edge trends and technolgy. Based on an impressive history such as this, it is not surprising that they have just launched a product which is … well a first, as far as I know, in the world of cosmetics.

Once again, French beauty specialist Filorga has surprised me with their newly launched Skin-Absolute Night cream, an anti-ageing night cream. But not your average night cream, as it contains… Meteorite extracts!  And in this instance it is a black cream …yes, you heard me correctly it is black! This product is truly out of this world!

 

Giving it a black lacquered texture, which disappears like magic when the cream is applied, this ground breaking black galenic increases detoxification and restoration of the skin during sleep, yielding a morning appearance that is transformed, more rested, plumper and more luminous.

With Skin-Absolute Night, Filorga wanted to make a reference to night and darkness, essential to our bodies and faces: it is indeed at night that young skin makes use of darkness by activating its ‘internal clock’ genes to repair and regenerate. These genes are activated less easily as we age, and are unable to distinguish day from night, or carry out their restorative functions, this is when creams like Skin-Absolute Night become essential!

Why meteorites? Meteorites are essentially composed of silicon. Silicon reserves within the body begin to deplete with age, particularly in certain tissues such as the skin, arteries and cartilage. The silicon contained within the meteorite extract in Skin-Absolute Night is vital for the synthesis of collage, elastin and hyaluronic acid, which lends the skin its soft and elastic texture. The meteorite extract is also what gives the product it’s black lacquered textures which disappears upon application.

 

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Filorga Skin-Absolute Night

Because the skin’s capacity to absorb greatly increases during the night, Skin-aBSolute® comprises an array of scientifically proven active ingredients to target the 4 most common ageing concerns: wrinkles, firmness, spots and radiance.

It’s texture:

This is a gel cream texture and although the product appears to be a rather ‘dense black’ in the jar , it is in actual fact a transparent, grainy and greyish black colour. It spreads over the skin easily, and a little goes a long way … no your skin does not go black, in fact it disappears into the skin without a trace. Ladies, you have hide your jar! Because of its wonderful texture its perfect for men and women!

It’s fragrance:

Due to the actives in Filorga which are common across the brand, many of the products have the fabulous soft fresh/lemony type smell which is divine. Skin Absolu Night shares this, but has the slightest mineral smell to it which I assume can only be attributed to the meteorite extract.

The  package:

Filorga’s packaging is always exceptional , high end and super luxe. This time the jar is a transparent square shaped jar showing the black cream contained within
The packaging is beautiful , elegant and sophisticated however not the most practical for travel in both weight and size.

It’s efficacy:

I have been using this product for nearing on  weeks now and my skin is loving it . I can see the benefits – especially in this season, coming with its share of bad skin effects. I am sure if we were genetically matched to a skin care brand mine would be Filorga. The Skin Absolu Night has helped to plump up lines and wrinkles and tightened the skin …  Meanwhile it’s soo busy lately, I am exhausted, and can’t wait for this year to come to an end. Tired on the inside, But hè…. you can’t see it on the outside.So I’m glad to have this Holy Grail.

 

Filorga’s Skin-Absolute Night should be applied at night, not to close around the eyes, after cleansing and the application of your Filorga serum,  a this layer.

Guerlain Neiges et Merveilles Christmas Collection 2015/2016

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Guerlain Neiges et Merveilles Christmas Collection 2015/2016 (Click photo to enlarge)

As many of you know, I’m a great Guerlain fan! In skincare, their fragrances, and their maquilage. Always wondering what kind of new colors they would bring for the new season. And maybe, …maybe new products. Guerlain is many times it’s time far a head. Innovative. A bit early maybe, but Guerlain’s Christmas collection (available Nov 1st) reminds us that the Winter season can be just as anticipated as Summer.

Guerlain Meteorites Powder Neiges et Merveilles Christmas Collection 2015/2016

Guerlain Meteorites Enchanted Snowflakes Neiges et Merveilles Christmas Collection 2015/2016 (Click photo to enlarge).

An ideal gift: precious powder in beautiful packaging. From the entire collection of limited edition Guerlain Neiges et Merveilles Christmas Collection 2015/2016 the absolute leader according to the degree of expectations, are the meteorites. A harmonious blend of exclusive coloured Meteriorites Pearls in the shape of snowflakes to sublimate the face, neck, and décolleté. The formula in an exclusive technology of Meteriorites, playing with a mix of colours and pure reflections. The resulting shades and make-up look is a fresh, tender and delicate colour mix (white, beige, champagne, gold) giving light and radiance to create a soft iridescent make-up finish..

Guerlain Neiges et Merveilles Christmas Collection 2015/2016

Guerlain Neiges et Merveilles Christmas Collection 2015/2016 (Click photo to enlarge).

Guerlain’s Meteorites powders are sinds day one my ultimate favorites to work with. No matter wich version you choose, true Holy Grails! The loose ‘little balls’ or the compact ‘travel’ version. Meteorites Voyage Enchanted Skin-Illuminating Matte Powder. A new generation of formula to set make-up and mattify complexion resulting in a soft focus effect. It is a must have product to be applied all over the face or for touch ups. It comes in a universal shades suitable for all skin types! The Meteorites may be a bit more expensive then other powders, but when you use them right, they last (much) longer!! And the effect is …àmazingly beautifull.

Guerlain Eyeshadow Blush Neiges et Merveilles Christmas Collection 2015/2016

Guerlain Palette Ors et Merveilles Neiges et Merveilles Christmas Collection 2015/2016 (Click photo to enlarge)

A refined golden palette and ideal partner to easily sublimate your festive make-up anywhere and everywhere. A complete colour palette offering an infinite number of possible looks, by adding a touch of colour to the cheeks and eyes. Combining two levels of sophisticated make-up essentials for the eyes (1st level) and cheeks ( 2nd level). In terms of shades, the top layer consists of 5 iridescent eyeshadows shades to illuminate and sculpt the look while beneath there are 2 matte. A beautiful gift!

Blushes: a Rosewood & Coral shades. And 2 pearlescent blushes: a Pink and Iridescent Red.

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Guerlain Terracotta 03 Neiges et Merveilles Christmas Collection 2015/2016 (Click photo to enlarge).

An exclusive edition of the powder with white and sparkling silicone sleeve. For me the most surprising in the collection was the availability of bronzing powder in snow case. Perhaps there is a certain logic. Speaking the truth, I myself long ago renounced colored blush, bronzers performs this role (and a hint of light sculpting program), vobschem Guerlain surprised, it turned out.

Guerlain Neiges et Merveilles Christmas Collection 2015/2016

Guerlain Rouge G- 967 Merveilleux Rose Neiges et Merveilles Christmas Collection 2015/2016 (Click photo to enlarge).

A collector’s edition of the jewel lipstick with a refined design composed of snowflakes. The shades is Rouge G (#3 worldwide): 62 Georgia. The lipstick color may not so unique (a natrual beauty!), and the case not the most convenient, this beauty with a gold button would be want by many!

Guerlain Eyeshadow Blush Neiges et Merveilles Christmas Collection 2015/2016

Guerlain Eyeshadow Blush Neiges et Merveilles Christmas Collection 2015/2016

Guerlain Neiges et Merveilles Christmas Collection 2015/2016 The matte and creamy texture of Rouge G l’extrait M65 and a new gloss top coat with a shimmering glossy result (Click photo to enlarge).

The formula of the Maxi Velvet is a creamy and ultra-matte texture with a strong color impact (shade and formula similar to the Rouge G L’extrait M65 PARESS). It’s perfect for sophisticated look this season. On the other hand, Gloss d’Enfer is formulated with a glittered transparent white colour, intended to be applied as a top coat.

Guerlain Nail Polish Laquer Meteorites Powder Neiges et Merveilles Christmas Collection 2015/2016

Guerlain La Laque Couleur No. 903 Merveilleuse Neiges et Merveilles (Click photo to enlarge).

Another surprise: Guerlain La Laque Couleur No. 903 Merveilleuse Nuit, in the collection. Maybe because a color like this, you would expect in a YSL or Christian Dior collection. It is a beautiful magnetic purple shade, to illuminate the nails.

Christmas collection Guerlain 2016: shine, shine, remembering in itself a girl, playing in the snow, sledding, catching huge snowflakes and believe in magic, no matter what!

All products may be found at Guerlain Boutiques and Institutes & selected counters, November 1st, 2015 This year it will be a wonderful and beautifull winter.

by Jean Amr

Radiance Métèorites

The Guerlain Météorites-line has been expanded with skincare!

The Guerlain ‘Météorites’ is one of the most beautiful makeup products (a true Holy Grail!) you can have on your bathroom shelf, or in your clutch or designer bag. But looking cute with all that color pearls is not enough: it must, above all, take advantage of it something! Well, it does! The pink gems for a healthy appearance, the light green to red spots to fade, the lilac pearls enhance the light and the white and gold provide a subtle luster. There is some good thought about it; each Pearl has its own function. On every skintype!

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Guerlain, Oxygen Care, Moisturizer & Radiance Booster, 30ml (Click photo to enlarge).

In the Guerlain’s Laboratories, always ahead of their time, they brainstormed about a new skin care line: Guerlain Météorites Oxygen Care, a (strong) moisturizer that refreshed the look of the skin thanks to the O2 Light Complex and the Météorites technology. The result is a smoother skin with contracted pores and a healthy pink look.

Guerlain Météorites Oxygen Care Moisturizer And Radiance Booster promises to bring a wealth of moisture and healthy radiance to your skin. Its crystal-white texture transforms into pearlescent pink right upon the contact with your skin, and blurs surface imperfections for a visibly more radiant complexion. The formula also blends moisturizing glycols and a combination of polymers and silica spheres, and a proprietary O2 light complex, which increases cellular respiration for lastingly revived, radiant skin.

by Jean Amr