NARS, One-of-a-Kind Beauty

A CELEBRATION OF ONE-OF-A-KIND BEAUTY

NARS

The history of NARS is not unique but that doesn’t make it any less fascinating. How many brands (think Natasha Denona, Charlotte Tilbury, or Anastasia Beverly Hills) were launched by beauticians who couldn’t quite find the products they dreamed of using? The world’s great makeup artists have all shared a talent for combining colours and an ability to define characteristics of products beauty consumers crave – from ultra high-covesrage foundations to long-lasting lipsticks and eyeshadows. NARS is no different in this sense and although it is known for many things, one of its biggest claims to fame is the quality of its foundations, which strike the perfect balance between coverage and natural radiance. WORDS MARISA CUTILLAS

PAYING LIP SERVICE

NARS was founded in 1994 by French artist, François Nars, who honed his craft at the Carita Makeup School in Paris. He was obsessed with colour, purity, and texture and decided to release a small collection of just 12 lipsticks. They were a big hit, prompting the brand to amplify its range with a selection of high-fashion, luxury items that can be used for everyday and sophisticated events alike. In the year 2000, Shiseido Cosmetics acquired NARS, launching a further company, NARSskin, in 2002. Today, the brand is present in 37 countries across the globe.

WHICH PRODUCTS ARE NARS BEST KNOWN FOR?

Unlike brands like Anastasia Beverly Hills (known for its vibrant shades) or Urban Decay (famed for its nude-hued palettes), NARS cannot be pigeonholed in terms of colour. It has both neutral, everyday-focused palettes, as well as dazzlingly bright cheek palettes, lipsticks, and eyeshadows. One product range it is particularly renowned for is its highlighters. Products such as The Orgasm Blush, which is a blushhighlighter hybrid, show that shimmer and glow can be added directly to the cheeks, not only to areas of the face you wish to highlight. NARS reports that it sells two Orgasm blush products every minute across the globe. Sounds like a pretty good reason to get your hands on one ASAP!

WHAT ARE NARS’ BIGGEST SELLERS?

Just a few of NARS’ most iconic products are the Climax Extreme Mascara (a voluminising mascara that adds length and volume to lashes without clumping up), Extra Effects Eyeshadow Palette (a 12-tone palette with super matte, shimmering, and latex-effect shades), and Sheer Glow Foundation (which lends skin a satinlike finish). If you are after something a bit lighter, try the Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturiser, which boasts a light coverage and has an SPF of 30+. A personal favourite that always sits in my makeup bag is the Radiant Creamy Concealer, which withstands the summer heat as well as the cold winds of winter. This product is long-wearing and hydrating, and it won’t crack as the hours go by.

WHO USES NARS?

NARS is a firm favourite at Big Four catwalks. It is also part of the ample makeup collections of stars and celebrities from Los Angeles, New York, and beyond. Just a few who have voiced their passion for some of the brand’s products include Kim K, Meghan Markle, and Emma Stone.

NARS AND ETHICS

NARS is not vegan-friendly as a result of Shiseido’s decision to expand to the Chinese market. However, the brand has formally stated that it is against animal testing and it is committed and actively working to advance alternative testing methods. “We are proud to support the Institute for In Vitro Sciences (IIVS), a globally recognised organisation at the forefront of advancing non-animal methods in China and around the world,” says a spokesperson for the brand. i www.narscosmetics.es

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PRODUCTS IN OUR MAKEUP BAG

WHETHER YOU WORK ALL DAY AND NEED YOUR MAKEUP TO LAST FOR HOURS OR YOU HAVE AN EXCITING DATE NIGHT COMING UP, STOCK UP ON THESE GORGEOUS PRODUCTS FOR A NATURAL YET SLEEK LOOK THAT WILL TURN HEADS.

1 – VOYAGEUR EYESHADOW PALETTE:

A desirable palette with six shades in a variety of finishes.

2 – RADIANT CREAMY CONCEALER:

A super-creamy concealer that lasts for hours and provides medium to full coverage.

3 – DOUBLE REFINING EXFOLIATOR:

A gentle way to get rid of old skin to reveal a more youthful complexion.

4 – AFTERGLOW LIP BALM:

A lightweight, moisturising balm that delivers a touch of luscious colour.

5 – SHEER GLOW FOUNDATION:

A light, buildable foundation that provides a natural-looking finish.

6 – AQUA GEL LUMINOUS OILFREE MOISTURISER:

A refreshing gel that hydrates and fortifies skin. 5

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