I've finally found my holy grail blush!
*jumps around in excitement*
Introducing....
*drumrolls*
TARTE AMAZONIAN CLAY 12-HOUR BLUSH!
Okay, wait! Before I proceed to tell you how amazing and awesome this is, you just have to read up bits of my grumble mumble (this is a trap! muahahhaa) or you can just scroll down to the bottom if you want :(.
I've gotta say that I've been lemming for this ever since I saw a video review made by MakeupbyTiffanyD and the urge to own this grew stronger when other beauty gurus speak so highly of it as well.
I've searched high and low for this baby in Melbourne to no avail, so my last resort was eBay. It was my first time shopping at eBay. I was quite skeptical, hence besides looking at the sellers' feedback scores, I actually went to search if anyone had written any reviews of these sellers on their blogs and have decided that if I found one with good reviews and many positive feedback scores, I would buy from him/her straight away. After much googling and searching, I bought it from m-a-c lover.
I made my payment at the end of October last year (2011). I was expecting the items to be delivered to my doorsteps two weeks later but it didn't. I contacted the seller and she replied almost immediately claiming that the packages might get delayed in the customs. Since it was November, people are sending gifts to their friends and family, I figured that her reasonings about the delayed packages were acceptable. Apart from that, she also ensured me that she has already insured my package, so if it were to go missing or if I did not receive them, I could get a refund or replacement.
After that, I've been checking my mail box and been getting disappointed every single day for the next two weeks. I contacted the seller again. This time around I was quite worried as I was heading back to Malaysia for my summer holidays soon. So even if the package got delayed, I might not be in Melbourne to receive it. I told the seller of my concerns and she said that, at this point she would assume that the package had gone missing and all I have to do is to sign an insurance form and she'll send me a replacement package right away. She even offered to have it sent to Malaysia for me.
Two weeks (again!) later, I found a parcel sitting in my mailbox! I was thinking: could this be it? could this be ittttt?! Without much hesitation, I opened up my parcel, and there they were, my very own Tarte Amazonian Clay Blushes!
TADAAAAAAA!!
Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-hour Blush
I've picked out two shades: Exposed (left) and Dollface (right)
So here's the review
What is Amazonian Clay?
According to Tarte, it is the clay that gathers in the Amazon River's basin where it is at its highest nutrient concentration.
The amazonian clay has been known to:
- Remove surface oil to mattify skin
- Nourish all skin types
- Reduce the appearance of dryness and flakiness
- Give skin an overall smooth and even appearance
- Improve the appearance of skin clarity and skin texture
- Hydrate dry skin
Dollface is a bright light pink.
It shows up well against my fair skin. Pretty!
Exposed on the other hand, is a plummy pink.
I'd normally use this when I want a natural glow.
It gives a "it's-there-but-it's-not-there" kind of glow :)
These are the ingredients.
Here are my thoughts:
Packaging
I like the packaging, it's so girly and sleek. Not too bulky, you can definitely fit it into your bags or makeup bags. Like many other blushes' casings, it has a small mirror too. I also like that the color of the casing is the same as the blush itself. This made the searching process through a whole stash of makeups so much easier :)
Does it really last 12 hours?
To be honest, I haven't wear the blush for 12 hours straight yet. I'd say it's still good at the 8th hour without any touch ups, it looks as if I've just applied it. Which is really amazing. I have combination skin, so my blush usually wears off by the third or forth hour. Tarte Amazonian Clay Blush here is the exception!
Pigmentation
I love how pigmented these blushes are. The color really shows up a lot. Especially Dollface. If you have fair skin tone, do use it lightly. I'm sure you don't want your face to look like the ass of a baboon's :)
Finishes
Both of these have matte finishes, which is my favourite for blushes. Blushes with shimmers and frosts tend to accentuate your pores.
Besides, it also leaves my face looking smooth and the area where I apply my blush doesn't look greasy!
Shades
There are altogether 9 different shades of Amazonian Clay Blushes from Tarte. I'm sure you'll get to find at least one that suits your skin tone.
Does it cause any breakouts/irritations?
I've been using this every time I apply make up for the past month and it did not break me out.
Can it be depotted?
Yes, and I'll show you how.
There's a small little tiny hole behind the casing.
Use a needle or a bobby pin and poke it through.
The pan will be lifted.
The black thingy in the middle is the magnet that holds the pan.
There you go! Fit it into your favourite UNII palette or Z-palette!
Where to buy?
So far, I have yet to come across any authorized stockists in Malaysia or Melbourne. But you can definitely get it from eBay. I'd recommend m-a-c lover, even though there has been a delay for my order, I believe that it was not her fault. She's really friendly and responds to my requests almost immediately.
What is the price?
It costs $25 a pop from tartecosmetics.com. I've paid $30.99 for Exposed and $25.99 for Dollface and an extra $8.98 for the postage. It cost me about $33 for each blush which is $8 more expensive. Don't ask me why is Exposed more expensive, I have no idea too.
In conclusion, I'm sold! I love this product to the max, I'm actually thinking to get another shade: Blissful, which is a peachy pink *excitement*. Will definitely repurchase this!
P/S: Sorry for not posting up any pictures of swatches of this blush as I couldn't get a picture that shows up well. Will definitely do so, once I get the perfect swatches!
Hugs and kisses,
Charlotte
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