Sunday, 22 December 2013

The New Yves Saint Laurent Gloss Volupte

Yves Saint Laurent has recently bought out its new gloss formula, Gloss Volupte (the SA I spoke to said the Golden Gloss formula is being phased out).

What makes the gloss stand out is its applicator, which is designed to look like a kiss-shape. The applicator does give a very good coverage and allows for precise application, though I am not sure I would describe it as revolutionary.


Available in 23 shades, I bought No.4 Fuchsia Vermeil (£21). Its a very cool toned pink with a scattering of golden glitter (which feels smooth).

It has a shiny, glossy finish and a lightweight, hydrating texture. However, even though its billed as non sticky, I don't find that the case, its not over the top but there is some stickiness/tackiness to it. It has an average wear and this particular shade does leave behind a stain.
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I think this is a much improved formula compared to the Golden Gloss, which I found sometimes gritty  in texture and with a heavy feel. Had this truly been non sticky, I would be picking up a few more of these as there are some really lovely shades in the collection.

I bought this from John Lewis
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8 comments:

  1. Icaria22 December 2013 at 11:13

    Oh my that applicator is cute and the color is lovely! I might go for a nice coral myself. :)

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    1. Unknown23 December 2013 at 13:00

      Its certainty a novel applicator :) They had quite a few nice corally shades from memory.

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  2. Sunny22 December 2013 at 11:30

    The applicator is adorable! I'm not that big on glosses and I've never tried the previous version, but I'm glad to hear the formula has indeed improved!

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    1. Unknown23 December 2013 at 13:01

      I think the golden glosses are quite popular so will be interesting to see what the general consensus is with the new formula :)

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  3. Jacqueline22 December 2013 at 16:49

    What a cute applicator Clare and this is such a lovely shade, it must look great on you.

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    1. Unknown23 December 2013 at 13:04

      Thank you, I do like the shade, though can't say its particular unique, its so hard to judge from in store lighting, I could have done with doing a swatch fest of them all and going out and having a look in natural light ;)

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  4. Tina A.27 December 2013 at 07:23

    Great post! I had no idea that the Golden Glosses would be history that soon! I loved the shades, but texture was too sticky! Hope I get along better with the new formula! Can't wait to see the complete color range!

    Hope you had a lovely Christmas dear! xx

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    1. Unknown27 December 2013 at 08:06

      Thanks Tina, hope you had a nice Christmas as well, I managed to put on 2 pounds already so will be diet time come January ;)
      I do find the formula is much better than the golden glosses, worth having a look at the counter, as am sure you will find some shades you will want to take home with you xx

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