The time I reviewed Givenchy Bouncy Highlighter – African Light Gold, I love how it performs, apart from being a beautiful work of art and design, the formula is so unique and jelly-like. The shimmering glow it provides really accentuates the complexion and looks amazing for outdoors as well as indoors. In Givenchy Les Saisons 2018 African Light Collection, there are two new shades of Rouge Interdit Vinyl and a new shade of Khol Couture waterproof.

Givenchy Les Saison 2018 African Rouge Interdit Vinyl

Givenchy Rouge Interdit Vinyl is medium color lipstick formulated with black rose oil for ultimate shine, impactful color, and a plumping effect. The unique formula is infused with black rose oil, a rare and precious active ingredient that delivers extreme moisture and comfort to the lips for hours. It is combined with a silicone resin that forms a shiny, thin, and supple film on the lips’ surface for a second-skin feel. Lips are left with a “vinyl” radiance and a filling effect: lips instantly appear fuller, smoother, and denser. Each high-shine color blurs away all the lips’ tiniest imperfections and reflects the light, and its slick case features a metallic, satin ribbon design that’s inspired by the House’s fashion designs.

I reviewed Givenchy Rouge Interdit Vinyl last year in details here, the formula is one of my favorites. It is very moisturizing, sheer and easily buildable, very comfortable to wear. It does not accentuates lines and never makes my dry lips drier, in fact after the product has worn off, I still feel moisture on the lips. The lipsticks have a beautiful shiny finish. The lipstick can be used as a soft stain or layer it up for more intense effect. The two shades from the collection include No 17 and No 18. No 17 is a golden burgundy shade and will really look great on many skin tones. No 18 is a raspberry red.

Givenchy Les Saison 2018 Khol No 8 African Bronze

Givenchy Khol is one of my favorite eyeliners for its pigment-rich, long-lasting, and smudge-proof formula. The khol is enriched with intense color pigments. Its long-wear formula resists humidity and glides seamlessly onto your lids. Its retractable pencil means the application is precise and fast, and its comfortable and smooth texture allows for all-day wear. The array of colors interplay with the seasons to define eyes year round.

Givenchy Khol Couture Waterproof Retractable Eyeliner 01 black and 02 chestnut are my daily go-to eyeliners from Givenchy which I reviewed in details here. The texture is smooth and creamy and once it sets, it lasts a really long time. The new African Bronze shade is really wearable. It is a khaki shade with golden pearls, designed to emulate the African earth, vegetation, and sun. I love the family of green for my eyes and this khaki is one of the most beautiful shade I own in green after my khaki eyeliner from Chanel which was also a limited edition, I will update the exact name of it if you need. The golden pearls do not make it even a less intense shade of khaki but give a beautiful finish. It is easily buildable and the formula is great for even sensitive eyes like mine. I have been wearing it non-stop and have already shared my looks on my Instagram stories here. Make sure to follow me if you want to be up-to-date with the new launches and swatches of them on my face.

Givenchy Les Saisons 2018 African Light Collection is available at Nordstrom, Netaporter, Saks Fifth Avenue, Sephora Canada and Holt Renfrew.

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…Frau Feuerameise

There are a number of quotes on eyes with different comparisons, words, trying to describe the beauty of complexity which the eyes are and it is amazing to know how different individuals describe them. In any way, no one has ever denied that it all starts with the eyes, whether it is that first look you have on something, the first impression, and that love at first sight. Eyes are a favorite part of me too, it can keep in hundred secrets and can still be the most innocent and pure. For me, eye makeup always used to be the eye khol which my mother always had on. It was the homemade eye khol in India, which then was replaced by the brands she still loves.

And now, as you might have seen me on Instagram, my facial features, I believe can tell you that I have Indian Origin. Eyes are an important part of any face and as they say doorway to what is inside your mind and heart. I love a dark kohl on my lower lashline, off course smudge free and my eyes being sensitive, I am always very careful in choosing the ones which do not irritate my eyes and I stick to those. Then I did my fair amount of experiments on the eyeliner over the upper lashline, and in doing so, I feel that a very thin line on the upper lashline suits me and not the thicker eyeliner. So another point I always keep in mind while choosing the right eyeliner for over my upper lashline is that the liner should be easy to apply with think pointer to facilitate my requirement of think sharp line.

I have been using the Givenchy Khol Couture Waterproof Retractable Eyeliner in 01 Black, 02 Chestnut and Givenchy Liner Couture Precision Felt-Tip Eyeliner in Black. I am very impressed with three of them and in short words, they do fulfill all my requirements I mentioned above.

Givenchy Khol Couture Waterproof Retractable Eyeliner

Givenchy Khol Couture Waterproof Retractable Eyeliner (CAD $31) is described as a waterproof, pigment-rich khol eyeliner enriched with intense color pigments. Its long-wear formula resists humidity and glides seamlessly onto your lids. Its retractable pencil means the application is precise and fast, and its comfortable and smooth texture allows for all-day wear. The array of colors interplay with the seasons to define eyes year round. I have been using both the shades for my dark brown eyes. The formula is very silky and smooth, easily glides on my waterline and does not smudges. It says on well for over 8 hours on my waterline without the need to touch up. I go for the 02 Chestnut for my everyday work wear and on the days I need intense eyes and feel that more traditional vibes, I go for 01 black with is buildable to a very dark black on the waterline.  The formula does not irritate my sensitive eyes which are very easily irritated and red. The packaging is good with a retractable bullet of the eyeliner.

Givenchy Liner Couture Precision Felt-Tip Eyeliner

Givenchy Liner Couture Precision Felt-Tip Eyeliner (CAD $39) in Black is described as an elongated, felt-tip eyeliner that draws an ultraprecise line and packs intense pigment density into one smooth stroke. This fast-drying formula is an essential ally for captivating eyes. The versatile formula can create a subtle trace along the lash line or a deep, dramatic line that won’t smudge or flake. The ultraprecise felt tip never gets it wrong. I prefer a very precise thin line and this does the works very well. The color is dark black which is what I prefer most of the days. The formula is easy to apply, the pointer tip is soft yet easy to apply. The liner dries quickly once applied and does not fades or smudges. It stays on well all day for over 8 hours over my oily eyelids. I did read some not so nice reviews about this eyeliner but after using this for over a month, I am impressed by how this has been for my eyes.

Givenchy Khol Couture Waterproof Retractable Eyeliner and Givenchy Liner Couture Precision Felt-Tip Eyeliner is available at Sephora, Sephora Canada, Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue.

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