Monday 7 January 2013

Illamasqua - Generation Q

You may remember a little while ago Illamasqua released a collection called 'Generation Q' based on the idea that beauty is in everything and everyone no matter the age, gender or race. Beautiful sentiment, is it not?
In the collection there were some stunning products and luckily enough, I was sent the following products to trial and feedback my thoughts on.
Gleam Cream in 'Aurora', £18 - an iridescent, champagne pearl highlighter.
 Nail Varnish in 'Charisma', £13.50 - a deep, raspberry red with a metallic finish.
Precision Ink in 'Wisdom', £17 - an antiqued gold that changes colour in different lighting. Sometimes it can appear olive, brown or black with gold shimmer running through it.

The Illamasqua Gleam Cream in 'Aurora' is a lightweight, cream highlighter that has a smooth, creamy texture but a very light consistency. The effect on the skin is subtle but glowing and buildable to the desired intensity. The best thing? The pearlescent finish it offers that instantly brightens up the skin. I don't find this overly shimmery and there's no large chunks of glitter - thankfully! It reminds me of the Jemma Kidd Dewy Glow in 'Iced Gold' but it doesn't feel quite as heavy on the skin.
The nail varnish in 'Charisma' is a gorgeous metallic, deep red that's ideal for colder months. Highly pigmented and well formulated, this colour glides on with ease and only needs one good coat or two thin coats for opaque nails. I did find without a top coat my nails chipped after two days but with a good quality clear varnish on top it extends the wear.
Finally, my favourite of the three, the Precision Ink in 'Wisdom' which is the most stunningly beautiful eyeliner I've ever seen. Described as an antiqued gold, it changes colour in the light - sometimes appearing olive with golden flecks, other times showing up as a deep brown, almost black with golden sparkles. It's well pigmented, stays put and the flexible felt applicator makes application incredibly easy.
 
I always look forward to new releases from Illamasqua as they seem like such an innovative company always looking for ways to create something new and exciting. Some of my favourite products are from Illamasqua and I always find that they're a brand which delivers on quality time and time again. Although slightly late on the bandwagon, I'm just about to browse their sale to see if I can find any bargains!
 
Did you pick up anything from the Illamasqua Generation Q collection?

17 beauty obsessed ladies have an opinion...:

  1. That highlighter looks gorgeous! Lovely products :)

    Anna xx a-hint-of-glitter.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. It's really lovely if you like cream highlighters! x

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  2. I have been trying to pick up some Illamasqua roducts for quite a while, but it's a bit hard to find in Canada. The gleam cream looks so nice and the eyeliner and nail polish come in really beautiful colors.

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    1. Oh that's annoying! I hope you manage to find somewhere to purchase Illamasqua! If you do, their blusher's and nail varnishes, eye products are really amazing. xx

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  3. That nail polish is so pretty ! I just recently found your blog and loved it , love your reviews , pictures .. I'm a new follower

    xx Liyana

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    1. Thank you, what a lovely comment! Thanks for stopping by my blog and following :) xx

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  4. these all look incredible, that eyeliner is so unique! :)

    http://thebeautyvisual.blogspot.com

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    1. It really is, I've not seen another like it! x

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  5. They're all lovely, that eyeliner is very unusual in a good way! Would love to try the highlighter out seems very natural looking.

    http://absolutebeaut.com

    xx

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    1. I adore the eyeliner it's so beautiful and you're right, the highlighter is very natural on the skin but looks radiant. The only thing I dislike from Illamasqua is their under eye concealer! x

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  6. I only own a couple of items from Illamasqua but I am so impressed with their quality. I've had my eye on Aurora for ages! It just looks so beautiful!

    Leanne @ Leanne-Marie | Beauty, fashion & lifestyle. xx

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  7. Highlighter looks beautiful! x

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  8. Really want to try that highlighter!
    http://dollymixblog.blogspot.com

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  9. The Gleam Cream is beautiful! Perfect highlighter.

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  10. The highlighter looks amazing!!

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  11. Great post lovely, I'm a new fan of Illamasqua and their fabulous range of products, I especially loved the concept of Generation Q, I think other cosmetic companies should embrace this attitude to beauty and make-up! I had the opportunity to have a beauty transformation at the Leeds stand alone store and it was amazing, I got a better feel for the products and how to apply them too! The feature is up on my blog if you want to take a look :) You've a lovely blog by the way!

    Eda ♥

    www.candyflosscurlscupcakesandcouture.blogspot.com

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  12. I really need some Illamasqua in my life! lovee the look of the gleam cream and the whole idea of the collection xxx

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