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Posted by Dain, Monday, April 07, 2008 2:47 PM (Eastern)
I don't wear foundation—my skin doesn't demand it—but I do like to even out my skin with powder, it just blurs imperfections some but doesn't feel like anything on. The crème de la crème of face powders is without a doubt Caron Poudre Peau Fine. The texture is incredibly silky and fine, and wears invisibly on the skin, is scented with real Bulgarian rose extract, and best of all, imparts a luminous glow to the face. It's subtle, like you've just had an orgasm, and not like you applied shimmers to your face. It also comes in a beautiful gold dotted compact, heavy and luxurious in the hand. The only problem is that one hits tin too soon, given its limited distribution. I assume it's reasonably easy to find in France, but in America, I suggest you contact Diane at the boutique in New York.
With my last order, I requested a sample of the Madame: a milky peachy-pink that closely resembles the shade I chose for my compact. The coverage is high for a loose powder, akin to Chantecaille Real Skin or tinted moisturizer. It can be a little drying, so if you have dry skin I recommend applying a good moisturizer first, or the Sous Poudre. Within a minute or two, the heat from your skin seems to melt it somewhat (odd as that sounds), so it smooths out uneven textures as well. The shade may seem very peachy in the compact, but I use a brush, and the hint of peach is probably what perks up my complexion (like YSL Touche Eclat). If I really pile it on it does look funny, but a light veil of powder looks completely natural: just enough coverage, a soft, luminous complexion, for someone who doesn't need foundation.
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