11/12/2011

Elf review: Studio Blush and Bronzer Compact


This is one of the few Elf products that have reached an almost "cult" quality on beauty blogs; so much so that I had to get it in my 1st Elf order. And I did.


I'll first go by saying that, as much hype as there's going on about the Elf Studio blush&bronzer duo, this product is not suited to everyone's skintone/preference/taste. That doesn't stop me from loving it though, but more on that in the end of this post ;)


Starting with the blush side, we're dealing with an orange-peachy shade with a hint of gold glitter.

     Pros:
* other than that it's a nice colour to enhance a tan, there's nothing really exciting to write home about...
     Cons:
* as with the Elf Studio blushes, it swatches a little powdery
* the gold glitter is not that flattering

As for the bronzer side, it's a dark caramel brown shade with a tiny amount of soft shimmer.

     Pros:
* not an orange bronzer- hit!
* its shimmer doesn't translate on the skin, making it perfect for contouring!
     Cons:
* way too dark to be used on pale skin
* it's also not that easy to blend, thus requiring a good quality fluffy brush if you want to use it as an all-over bronzing powder

    Swatches, heavily applied  

    Swatches, blended

In the end, would I recommend this product? Yes, but only to those with a fairly darker skintone that are looking for a product to enhance their tan or for contouring. This handy "2in1" compact will save up some space in your travel makeup bag, as well ;)
For my fair-skinned readers, this product will most likely fail you.

Personally, the bronzer enabled me to (finally!) contour my cheeks in an affordable way; so for that alone, I value highly this product- in fact, it has already grown into a staple. I could do without the blush side, although I would definitely use it on my cheeks if there was no other blush at hand.

Now, let me see your hands:
who's a fan of the Elf Studio blush&bronzer compact? ;)

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22 comments:

  1. oraio review analutiko!:) kai go skeftomai stin epomeni paraggelia na tou doso mia eukairia!:)

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  2. I LOVE LOVE LOVE THAT! Its the only blush & bronzer I use everyday just because it comes together in one package, the mirror is great, and the product isn't bad on me! ^_^

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  3. @lucy, α να το δοκιμάσεις οπωσδήποτε! Είναι από τα λίγα προϊόντα της Elf που πραγματικά αξίζουν ;)

    @bee., oh I'm glad you like it as much as I do! Isn't it so neat that you can have a blush and a bronzer in one compact? hehe xx

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  4. το σκεφτόμουν πολύ τώρα που έκανα την πρώτη μου παραγγελία αλλά καλά που δε το πήρα, είμαι πολύ ανοιχτόχρωμη γι αυτό το bronzer

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  5. I'm a big fan of the duo as well! I use the bronzer with a really light hand though (NC15 here), because I can end up looking like I've been punched in the face. I also use it as my eyebrow colour as it is exactly the shade that compliments them. The blush is one of the most beloved in my collection! Fab product! :D
    Filiaaa!

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  6. I don't like the fact they have too much glitter in them =S
    http://samram1214.blogspot.com/

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  7. @smugnificent, ευτυχώς που δεν παρασύρθηκες! Είναι πολύ λίγα τα bronzers που φαίνονται οκ σε ανοιχτόχρωμες επιδερμίδες :(

    @Ria, no way!!! Wow, how do you manage to make this bronzer work on NC15 skin? I envy your blending skills! lol
    xx

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  8. @Sam Ram, I know!!! If only the blush didn't have that gold glitter- that would make the product perfect, just perfect! xx

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  9. These are meant to be dupes of the NARS blush/bronzer duos and from your swatches they do look similar to the Orgasm/Laguna combination. Great review hun! xo

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  10. POlu wraioooo!!! k xreiazomai rouz! :D

    fashionsugarbubbles.blogspot.com

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  11. @Makeup and Macaroons, ah the Nars duo! I was torn between this one and the Chanel Bronze Universel- the latter won! One day it will be mine, though. Sigh... xx

    @FashionSugarBubbles, να το πάρεις! Θα σου πάει πολύ! xx

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  12. I like the tone of these shades....the bronzer looks quite wearable as it doesn't seem too orange. May still be a tad too dark, as you mentioned- may not be for the pale skinned smong us!! Fab post xx

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  13. χμ κι εμένα μου θυμίζει το nars κι επειδή το έχω και έχει τον ατέλειωτο αλλά και διακριτικό shimmer, νομίζω θα του μείνω πιστή

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  14. @Emily Has Dimples, yeah it would be so nice if Elf made another duo with a lighter bronzer and a pink blush! xx

    @stella, ακριβώς, αν είσαι ευχαριστημένη με το Nars duo δε λέει να πάρεις και τη μαϊμού! xx

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  15. As i told you i am not a fan and i 'm about to give it to a friend of mine.
    From Elf i use the cool bronzer which is lighter, has two contouring shades and a small pink blush! love love love it :D


    xx

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  16. lovely review and i want you to know that i value your honesty.
    but I was thinking, even though the bronzer may not do, do you think the blush suits lighter skintones? It look pretty...
    :) xx

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  17. i love a bit of bronze

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  18. love your review hunni!this one is a lil bit dark for me in winter(prefer nyc matte one sunny)
    But its my favorite for summer!!
    kisses!!

    xxxx

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  19. I have darker skintone so looks perfect for me! x x

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  20. @Anastasia, I have the warm bronzer and I love its "4in1" concept! Must get me the cool bronzer as well ;) xx

    @fashion written with a lipstick, yeah I think the blush side would look fine on pale skin- and maybe you could mix the two shades for a lighter bronzey colour! Mwah xx

    @kirstyb, oh me too, esp. during winter ;)

    @Blushingloves Irene Greece, oooh must try out that Nyc bronzer, everyone's raving about it! Kisses lovely! xx

    @Sian, then this would be perfect for you! xx

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  21. Thx lovely, glad you liked it ;)

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