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post #391 of 584
9/4/12 at 11:09am

I just ordered the Neo Brown palette, and the rosewood and red lipsticks....I really hope I like the palette!!!

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post #392 of 584
9/4/12 at 7:02pm
Whut 62 dollars for the foundation? I think that's a little too expensive for second skin makeup, seeing swatches. I was expecting more like 55, maybe even 58 but I'm a little turned off now, thinking it's a little too gimmicky already. But I'd still have to wait for more reviews and swatches - maybe it could really be built up to full. Now THAT's versatility and worth it.
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post #393 of 584
9/9/12 at 9:12pm
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Originally Posted by Ingenue View Post

 

I just tested the new foundations. They live up to the hype in my opinion. Never quite tried a formula like that. Even the applicator (dropper) wasn't enough to piss me off.lol.gif

 

The color range is excellent. There are quite a few pale shades, with several different undertones (rose/neutral/yellow).

 

It is also supposed to adjust to skin tone/undertone/type. It sets matte on me, and I'm among the oiliest among us. I'd LOVE to hear what it does for someone with dry skin.

 

I reviewed it on my blog (in my siggy). Hope that helps shed a little light on the subject!

 

Read your review! Thanks! So the foundation is sheer but buildable? I like the sound of it, except that I am rather slow and heavy handed when I use my fingers, so I prefer to use a brush. The foundation doesn't work well with brushes? Is the concealer also new? I can't see it at the US armani website.

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post #394 of 584
9/10/12 at 3:43am

I am still loving my palettes....especially the Neo Black heart.gif

 

I have used them a lot since I got them!

 

And I am so much in love with the Rouge d`Armani # 408 and I am so glad that I caved and ordered it.

It is perfect together with the Neo Black palette!!!

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post #395 of 584
9/11/12 at 5:47am
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Originally Posted by Miss QQ View Post

 

Read your review! Thanks! So the foundation is sheer but buildable? I like the sound of it, except that I am rather slow and heavy handed when I use my fingers, so I prefer to use a brush. The foundation doesn't work well with brushes? Is the concealer also new? I can't see it at the US armani website.

 

The concealer is also new but it's not showing up on the GA site yet, just Neiman Marcus and Saks so far from what I've seen.

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post #396 of 584
9/11/12 at 10:53am
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Originally Posted by Miss QQ View Post

 

Read your review! Thanks! So the foundation is sheer but buildable? I like the sound of it, except that I am rather slow and heavy handed when I use my fingers, so I prefer to use a brush. The foundation doesn't work well with brushes? Is the concealer also new? I can't see it at the US armani website.


The foundation is medium... and you can build it to medium-full. It's not really sheer. It sets nearly instantly. And I was specifically told that you should not use a brush or a sponge with this foundation formula. I can actually see why, because it's SO thin. You apply it like a serum... with light, quick strokes. Several drops of this foundation will cover an entire face with no problem.

 

I've never used a formula like this before. It's pretty awesome.

 

The Maestro Eraser is also new. They're a bit slow on the uptake on the US site. I went to Neiman Marcus over the weekend and they didn't even have it out yet.

 

The SA's have this whole spiel that they're supposed to use when selling the makeup, because it's so different from any standard foundation.

 

It takes some getting used to, but I think it's well worth learning how to use it.

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post #397 of 584
9/11/12 at 6:44pm
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You have me fascinated with this new formula. I have to try to get to my Armani counter this week, because they were supposedly offering a sample when you made a purchase (plus I have to at least grab one or two things from the Fall collection)...

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post #398 of 584
9/12/12 at 6:11am

The concealer is up on the GA USA site now.

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post #399 of 584
9/12/12 at 1:10pm
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Originally Posted by katred View Post

You have me fascinated with this new formula. I have to try to get to my Armani counter this week, because they were supposedly offering a sample when you made a purchase (plus I have to at least grab one or two things from the Fall collection)...


I really love it. It's so light and airy... and it blends so beautifully.

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post #400 of 584
9/12/12 at 2:04pm

Sadly it was a fail for my rosacea skin. I loved the texture but it burned my face...probably the alcohol or the octinoxate, maybe both. Sigh.

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post #401 of 584
9/13/12 at 10:56am

Oh no!!! I'm sorry it burned... that is NOT good! ohboy.gif

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post #402 of 584
9/13/12 at 11:49am

Par for the course for my dumb skin. I woke up broken out this morning too. It is a really beautiful foundation for normal people though. lol.gif

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post #403 of 584
9/13/12 at 12:29pm

((((Winthrop))))

 

Be good to your skin.

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post #404 of 584
9/15/12 at 11:01am

Tried the concealer today and it's pretty awesome. flower.gif

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post #405 of 584
9/15/12 at 4:44pm
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Originally Posted by Winthrop44 View Post

Tried the concealer today and it's pretty awesome. flower.gif

I'm sorry the foundation didn't work out, but glad you're liking the concealer. It's been my go-to everyday concealer for the past couple weeks. I just love the light texture, and it's undetectable on my skin. What shade did you get? I got the 3 concealer and 5 foundation. 

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post #406 of 584
9/15/12 at 6:19pm

I got #2. That's the lightest, right?

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post #407 of 584
9/16/12 at 8:30pm
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Originally Posted by Winthrop44 View Post

I got #2. That's the lightest, right?

 

#2 is usually the lightest shade of their foundations, for some reason. 

 

I stopped by my counter yesterday and somehow both lipstick #408 and the NeoBlack palette followed me home. I have no idea how that happened, but I'm kind of glad it did. I wore both out last night and I was stunned at how many compliments it generated. A very sick part of me is tempted to track down the brown palette as well, just because the quality of the products in the one that I have is so spectacular. I'm calling it an early birthday present to myself...

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post #408 of 584
9/16/12 at 11:31pm

This is such a lovely combo and I am sure that you looked gorgeous katred!

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Originally Posted by katred View Post

 

#2 is usually the lightest shade of their foundations, for some reason. 

 

I stopped by my counter yesterday and somehow both lipstick #408 and the NeoBlack palette followed me home. I have no idea how that happened, but I'm kind of glad it did. I wore both out last night and I was stunned at how many compliments it generated. A very sick part of me is tempted to track down the brown palette as well, just because the quality of the products in the one that I have is so spectacular. I'm calling it an early birthday present to myself...

 

I agree with you on the quality.It is stunning!

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post #409 of 584
9/17/12 at 1:50am

winthrop - I'm looking forward to the new concealer too! It will launch with the foundation next month. I have very dark circles and need something that covers but doesn't cake or settle into fine lines. How does it compare to Chantecaille Biolift concealer, which I'm planning to get?

 

katred - Enjoy your new goodies! I hope these will launch at my counter too, so I can take a look and swatch, but hopefully the palettes do not come home with me since they are pricey!

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post #410 of 584
9/17/12 at 7:09am

I picked up the new foundation too.  The SA didn't recommend the concealer saying it was too light but I saw that Ingenue used it so I told him I wanted to try it so he gave me a really generous sample of the darkest color.  I think #5.  He said maybe it would work if I put it on first and the foundation over it.  I went back to the post and realized she said it was a lightener.  I will try to use it today and see how it goes.

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post #411 of 584
9/17/12 at 7:40am
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Originally Posted by Miss QQ View Post

winthrop - I'm looking forward to the new concealer too! It will launch with the foundation next month. I have very dark circles and need something that covers but doesn't cake or settle into fine lines. How does it compare to Chantecaille Biolift concealer, which I'm planning to get?

 

katred - Enjoy your new goodies! I hope these will launch at my counter too, so I can take a look and swatch, but hopefully the palettes do not come home with me since they are pricey!

 

Oh definitely. My husband- "The Great Enabler"- actually talked me into the palette. He heard the price and instead of gulping like I did, his reaction was "that's a good deal". His way of thinking was that it was 3 shadows and a blush so $95 (Canadian price) for Armani was good. I really have to stop taking him shopping with me. He's worse than I am.

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post #412 of 584
9/17/12 at 8:39am
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Originally Posted by katred View Post

Oh definitely. My husband- "The Great Enabler"- actually talked me into the palette. He heard the price and instead of gulping like I did, his reaction was "that's a good deal". His way of thinking was that it was 3 shadows and a blush so $95 (Canadian price) for Armani was good. I really have to stop taking him shopping with me. He's worse than I am.

Lol I'm so jealous right now.


Anyway, I'm still thinking about the foundations. Do the shades run lighter or darker than the LSF and Lasting Silk UV? Or just the same?
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post #413 of 584
9/17/12 at 5:25pm
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Originally Posted by Miss QQ View Post

winthrop - I'm looking forward to the new concealer too! It will launch with the foundation next month. I have very dark circles and need something that covers but doesn't cake or settle into fine lines. How does it compare to Chantecaille Biolift concealer, which I'm planning to get?

 

katred - Enjoy your new goodies! I hope these will launch at my counter too, so I can take a look and swatch, but hopefully the palettes do not come home with me since they are pricey!

 

 MissQQ if you have very dark circles the Chantecaille concealer is not for you. This Armani one offers much more coverage.

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post #414 of 584
9/17/12 at 7:41pm

I tried the new foundation yesterday but forgot to ask about the concealer!!!  I need to go back and spend some more time.....maybe while I'm in CA if they have an Armani counter at Nordstrom.......I was feeling a bit 'pressured' yesterday so didn't tarry at the counter.

 

I got the brown palette a little while back, but haven't yet used it - I'm debating exchanging it for the black one..........but I did get both fall lip colors!!

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post #415 of 584
9/18/12 at 6:37pm
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Originally Posted by Shypo View Post

I tried the new foundation yesterday but forgot to ask about the concealer!!!  I need to go back and spend some more time.....maybe while I'm in CA if they have an Armani counter at Nordstrom.......I was feeling a bit 'pressured' yesterday so didn't tarry at the counter.

I got the brown palette a little while back, but haven't yet used it - I'm debating exchanging it for the black one..........but I did get both fall lip colors!!

What did you think aboit the foundation? smiles.gif
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post #416 of 584
9/24/12 at 6:49am
I just got the new foundation and concealer. I wasn't planning on it, but I had a few extra bucks and decided to give it a go. I literally threw it on my face after ripping my box open just now. I like it so far. Good color match, amazing texture and gives pretty good coverage. Because of the texture, I thought the coverage would be next to nothing, but it's not. My biggest surprise, though is the concealer. It gives that highlighting effect under my eyes. Really, really nice. I'm anxious to see how it wears for the next few hours.
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post #417 of 584
9/24/12 at 9:19am
Thread Starter 

I'm interested in that concealer, now, especially since I haven't been happy with the last couple I've tried.

 

I was on a business trip this weekend and Wore my new Armani Neo-Black palette every day. I had Edward Bess South of France as an alternative for cheek colour, but other than that, I managed to mix things up a little just using my new palette. Worked like a dream, even when I was doing 12 hour days.

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post #418 of 584
9/24/12 at 9:39am
Just when I was interested in that Neo Brown palette, it flies off shelves. Bummer, but I'll survive.
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post #419 of 584
9/25/12 at 5:55am

Armani Holiday collection.

 

My wallet is happy as this is absolutely something I do not need or like. And lip color next to the eyeshadow in a palette is a NO for me.

 

http://bestthingsinbeauty.blogspot.com/2012/09/coming-attraction-giorgio-armani_25.html

 

Fall palettes were much more better.

 

 

 

New upcoming quads.

These will be hard to resist.

 

http://bestthingsinbeauty.blogspot.com/2012/09/coming-attraction-giorgio-armani.html

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post #420 of 584
9/25/12 at 7:05am
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Originally Posted by Ikram View Post

Armani Holiday collection.

 

My wallet is happy as this is absolutely something I do not need or like. And lip color next to the eyeshadow in a palette is a NO for me.

 

http://bestthingsinbeauty.blogspot.com/2012/09/coming-attraction-giorgio-armani_25.html

 

Fall palettes were much more better.

 

 

 

New upcoming quads.

These will be hard to resist.

 

http://bestthingsinbeauty.blogspot.com/2012/09/coming-attraction-giorgio-armani.html

 

I'm kind of tempted by the Snow palette, but I hate lip products in palettes at all, especially next to powders. So looks like I can skip this one.

 

The quads, as far as I know, are permanent, although it's really difficult for me to wait on things like this. The shades look beautiful, although I will say that a lot of the combinations remind me of Guerlain's quads. I'm sure I'll pick up at least one to try.

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