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Monday 5 May 2014

New Favourite | Nars Matte Multiple in 'Altai'

 Nars Matte Multiple in 'Altai' | £30.00 | Link

As soon as I heard of the new Nars Multiples, I knew it was going to be a challenge and a half to resist them.  Nars have to be one of, if not my actual favourite brand. Oh yes that's right - I went there - a  BIG statement to make for a beauty blogger who's favourites change like the wind - but there's something about Nars that really appeals to me and I'm yet to be disappointed with any of their products.  I strolled into SpaceNK with the ever so innocent intention of just having a look at the newbie multiples and, lo and behold, I waltzed out 10 minutes later with a new cosmetic treat, a rather guilty grin on my face and a whole £30 lighter. Was it worth it though? Of course it was! Undoubtedly, there's been a few mixed reviews and I have to hold my hands up and admit I have a bit of a love/hate relationship with their 'Copacabana' highlighting multiple, however, this little beauty has completely shaken up my makeup routine and it really was love at first swatch.

Now then, I'll get my little bug-bear out of the way first and tell you that Nars have been very naughty with their new multiples. The matte range is exactly the same price as the originals, however, you get considerably less for your money.  They're notably smaller in size, and contain 7.5g of product compared with the originals which contain 14g - quite a whopping bit of difference there if I don't say so myself. This being said,  I actually find the smaller size works in the product's favour and I find it easier to apply straight from the bullet as it's a little more dainty. I also find the matte ones to be incredibly pigmented - much more than the original ones - so you could also argue that you're using less. Although slightly annoying, I can let the crafty little downsize slide...

If you've been reading my blog for a while, you'll know I'm a big fan of contouring and bronzing/sculpting products are often tip-top of my wish list! I've used this product every day since I got it and I'm addicted to the effect it gives - I adore it! I've used it for both subtle bronzing and for contouring purposes and I love the finish it provides - it's matte but it doesn't look powdery or flat at all (the reason i usually stay away from matte products).  I use Nars' Sheer Glow foundation and I have to say it makes for a lovely combination - the products mesh so well together and give such a flawless, airbrushed finish. There's no shimmer whatsoever so it's perfect for getting a good bit of 'sculpt' going on around your cheekbones, and it's also amazingly buildable. It's very pigmented, but don't let that scare you off - you can go as sheer or as strong as you like with this beauty! Colour wise, 'Altai' is perfect for my skin tone. It might be a touch too dark for those with very pale skin tones but for me, it works a treat.  It warms up my complexion and gives my skin a healthy appearance that I struggle to get from powder products - it really is quite hard to describe.

There are a number of ways you can apply the product.  After speaking with the sales assistant about the best application, she showed me a variety of ways to use it and applied it to my cheekbones using a flat foundation brush.  This method is one that I haven't used before with my previous multiples but it's a lovely way to get an airbrushed finish - I would never have thought of trying it this way if she hadn't showed me.  You can dampen the brush so it's easier to sheer out, or you can just 'dab' the brush onto the stick and apply in sweeps to the cheekbones - I personally prefer a dry brush. If you want a stronger contour or flush of colour, it's actually quite easy to apply straight from the bullet (before or after your foundation!) and although it's scary at first to essentially draw the colour onto your face, it's very very easy to get a professional, perfectly blended finish. I've taken to applying my foundation, and then placing a small amount directly from the bullet to the very tops of my cheekbones and blending out, before taking some on the flat brush and sweeping gently down the face where I don't want the contour to be as strong. This method works a charm! The brush I use is by Lola (pictured below) - it's lovely and soft and is such a lovely size for working with the cheekbones (I featured it in my recent haul and speak more about it here - it's fab!)


So, as you can see, it is more of a bronzer as opposed to a true contour colour but there is no reason why you can't use this for scultping (the assistant in SpaceNK recommended it for contouring and I personally think it's lovely for this purpose). I've used grey toned contour colours in the past and I've found that they can make me look a little 'dead' if I'm not careful - so the fact that this has some warmth to it really is a plus point for me and it isn't orange or overly red toned either. It's such a nice shade for the upcoming warmer weather.

SO, needless to say, the new Nars Multiples get a massive thumbs up from me! I'm definitely in the love it camp... In fact, it's made me fall back in love with my highlighting multiple in and the two look amazing paired together.  I'm not sure if I'm drawn to the blush shades as much but with sunnier weather (hopefully) on the cards for summer, I'm sure I'm going to get a lot of use out of this beautiful matte bronze. It's definitely going to be packed away in my suitcase should I actually manage to get away this year... (one can but hope)  You can find the Nars Matte Multiples on the SpaceNK website here.

Have you tried the Nars Matte Multiples? What did you reckon?

34 comments:

  1. I love your blog! I always come to your blog to look at reviews because they're always SO in depth and detailed, you're such a great write too, genuinely one of my favourite ever blogs!
    Katherine Rose | Uk Beauty Blog xxxx

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    1. Thankyou so much Katherine! You have just made my day :)) So glad you like it <3 xx

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  2. Ooooooooh I 100% need this in my life Beth what a beauty. I adore mars multiples and have only recently discovered them :O
    Liza | Beauty Blog Glambeautys | YouTube | Family & Lifestyle Blog Glambambini

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  3. I imagine this would be too dark for me- shame 'cause it looks great!

    Katie x and-katie.com

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  4. reading your contouring posts has really made me want to give it a go, but I am a little scared about doing so! Have you ever done a post on how to do it? I've tried searching for one but couldn't find it! I think it would be really useful to actually see which parts of your face you apply them on too, and your really descriptive at how and why the things go there.

    http://whatalookerbeauty.blogspot.co.uk xxx

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    1. Hi Stephanie :) thanks so much for your comment. I do have a tutorial but it's quite an old one and my technique has come a long way since then and i tend to use cream products now *(thinking of doing an updated one very soon!) - but it might be of some use if you just want a little overview - http://birdle.blogspot.co.uk/2013/03/how-i-contour-feat-chanel-bronze.html

      Hope this helps a little! You've inspired me to do a new one in the near future so keep your eyes peeled :) xx

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  5. I've never tried the NARS Multiples they always look so amazing, the only reason I haven't is that there isn't a counter majorly close to me (I like to be able to swatch the products and see what they're like in real life). I'm seriously tempted to give this one a go! <3 x

    Sarah @ sarahlouxo.com xx

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  6. I love your blog, so informative but pretty.

    xxx

    Rebekah @ My Delicate Heart

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  7. Ahh, another Nars product that's sooo tempting to purchase, I think I could purchase nearly their entire range at the moment - like you everything I purchase from Nars I seem to pretty much love. Thanks for the great review.

    Kristy | http://itsablondiiething.blogspot.co.uk/

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  8. This is soooo nice, I was so tempted to pick this up the other day, although I had just bought loads, so not good for the bank haha

    Jess x

    www.jessicalaar.blogspot.co.uk

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  9. The moment I saw the Nars Matte Multiple I was in love! I think you got the best shade as it doesn't look too light or too dark and really good tip with the foundation brush in there. I wouldn't have thought to do that either but probably would have just used a contouring brush xxx

    Verity | Life of Verity

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  10. I've always wanted to try the Nars Multiples but been put off by the price, I do think they would be worth it considering the quality of Nars products I've tried before but nonetheless it's a lot of moneys! This looks absolutely gorgeous, I would never have thought to try a flat brush with it either!

    A Blonde Moment

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  11. This looks gorgeous, I need to find a good product for contouring as I have NO cheekbones at all. Thats a little naughty NARS give you less product for the same price at the originals!
    http://www.letstalkbeauty.co.uk/

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  12. I'm forever looking for the perfect contour colour and may have to check this out!

    Becca from Becca Said x

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  13. So pretty! I haven't checked these out yet!

    makeupbyjesswhitbread.blogspot.com

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  14. love the look and sound of this! Thanks for sharing Beth! xo

    Natalie | Shabby Chic and Tea♥

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  15. This looks and sounds amazing! I have never tried any Nars multiples, but I think I may have to give this one a try!
    http://youarebeaut.blogspot.com/

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  16. I love Nars products and I find them very easy to work with, so this could be a really useful one to have in my work kit. However half in size and keep the same price is a bit naughty I must say. Probably works better having a smaller size as you said but it would have been nice if it was adjusted to the price as well :/

    Ila x

    http://cleanserblog.blogspot.co.uk/

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  17. NARS is so expensive, but oh-so pretty! I've heard so much about the matte multiples, they sound like such a wonder product! I love that this one is more of a bronzer too xx

    Beauty Soup | UK Beauty Blog

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  18. Oh I think you might have swayed me, this sounds so perfect to me, I love the concept :) x

    lillies and lipbalm

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  19. Love the look of this, the colour and formula both look and sound so good! x

    Maddy from UNSTITCHEDD | ASOS or Feelunique £25 Voucher Giveaway

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  20. Great review so detailed super helpful, I recently ordered the shade Vientiene I can't wait for it to arrive it looks like ymy perfect contour shade x

    http://rinicawrites.blogspot.co.uk

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  21. This is so gorgeous, can always rely on Nars! I can see why this is perfect for contouring, think I need to treat myself to this one!

    Belle ♥
    Mascara & Maltesers

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  22. I need a matte multiple in my life! I think I'll stick to the blushers because anything bronze in any form other than powder scares me quite a lot!

    www.walking-in-heels.blogspot.com

    xxx

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  23. I love this too! So great for adding warmth to the skin and a little contouring

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  24. Well thats another product to add to the wish list!!

    www.britishbeautyaddict.com

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  25. I've seen but not tried this before as I'd always been scared on how to apply it, but you've made it sound so easy!

    www.accordingtoellie.co.uk

    xx

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  26. Ooh I love the sound of this!
    I love the packaging too :) xx
    www.allthingsbeautiful-x.blogspot.co.uk

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  27. Really want to try this! x

    www.amuchprettierpuzzle.com

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  28. I love the rosehip nail polish it looks beautiful!

    kirstylovesx.blogspot.co.uk

    xoxo

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  29. This looks gorgeous but I can imagine I'd make such a mess with it, I'm terrible with cream bronze products.

    Love Beth | BethBlogsBeauty
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