I’ve always shied clear of cream-based cosmetics, primarily because I have combination skin and don’t need the extra emollient factor, but formulas have come a long way since this finish was originally introduced, and the new Le Blush Crème de CHANEL takes that innovation one step further, by creating a product that may look like a cream, but winds up feeling (and applying) like a powder. Of the 6 shades launched, some are slated for permanent status, while others, such as #62 Présage being reviewed here today, are limited – the CHANEL website lists 3 on the limited edition list, but I’ve had conflicting information from their counters – one thing is certain, this particular shade is definitely on that list.
CHANEL Cream Blush – #62 Présage
CHANEL Cream Blush – #62 Présage (ingredients list)
CHANEL Cream Blush – #62 Présage
#62 Présage (US $38.00 – 0.09 oz/2.5 g) – this is a hot and vivid coral/peach shade with a definitive orange cast to it seen in the pan, which thankfully doesn’t translate onto the skin. There’s a faint shimmer seen on the product surface, although it’s not apparent when applied, but most likely serves to add depth and catch/reflect light. This relatively unscented blush product comes with the usual CHANEL velour sleeve for added protection, especially useful when travelling. Lasting power was quite impressive as well, going easily 12 hours without any fading – longer when applied more densely. As this is a warm leaning shade, it is best suited for medium to darker complexions, while fairer skin might find this absolutely perfect to go with a light tan.
Application Technique:
As this particular shade is quite exceptionally pigmented, a little really does go a long way. The unique finish of these blushes means that you have several methods at your disposal with regards to application, starting with the most obvious – your fingers, although that can not only get messy, but could end up wasting more product than is necessary. A flat paddle-style foundation brush yields a more intense layer of colour, although that can still be easily blended out, as desired. I found that I had the best control, as well as the most realistic wash of colour, by using a dense slant-headed brush; lightly dabbing the brush into the blush, I then stippled that in a rapid up-down motion across the apples of my cheeks or along the tops of the cheekbones, then finished by lightly blending out using the same brush.
CHANEL Cream Blush – #62 Présage
CHANEL Cream Blush – #62 Présage
CHANEL Cream Blush – #62 Présage (with flash)
CHANEL Cream Blush #62 Présage – swatched heavily (left), blended (right)
Upon bringing #62 Présage home, I immediately wanted to compare it to the only other similarly hued blush in my collection, #651 Panama (reviewed here) from Dior’s recently released Diorblush Cheek Creme Collection. While both are vibrant salmon/peachy shades in a cream to powder format, there appears to be a hint of shimmer in Panama that translates in a very subtle way upon the skin, as well as a less pigmented formula for a sheerer veil of colour – but only in comparison to the intensity of Présage.
Note how in the above photo of both cream blushes, the Dior shade, while looking so much more vivid than the CHANEL, actually applies in a much sheerer fashion – which just proves that you can never judge cosmetics based on first impressions.
CHANEL #62 Présage vs Dior #651 Panama – swatched heavily (left), blended (right)
If you haven’t tried out any of these CHANEL Cream Blushes yet, I strongly urge you to give them a look next time you’re near a counter – they will NOT fail to impress. I love their portability and ease of use, and the colour range – while not large – definitely covers the spectrum for the fairest all the way to the darkest skin tones. The innovation of this formula gives the most believable flush of colour, and the long-lasting properties ensures you don’t have to fuss about touch-ups. The only downside? The fact that this particular colour, is limited. Guess I should consider a back up before it’s too late …
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