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About the price...Clé de Peau Beauté does not provide compacts with its Eye Color Quads. You'll pay $55 if you want the eye shadow (called a refill), and the case for the palette, with a mirror and two small applicators will set you back an additional $25. I think $55 is "enough." As a result, I never buy the lovely cases. I make do with the protective plastic cover on the "refill," which you can see immediately below. Actually, my Clé de Peau Beauté quads take up much less space in my bathroom than those that are "fully equipped."
Light upon radiant light, overlapping in layers of translucence. Softly diaphanous, each shade takes on increasing depth that captivates with sophisticated elegance. A smoky brown palette creates sheer drama, subtle radiance, and natural shading.
Clé de Peau Beauté's light-reflecting technology is combined with a finish that's silky and flawless, placing their eye shadow quads among the most desirable. Argan oil ensures a smooth application and wear, while an exclusive advanced moisturizing ingredient, "Hydro-Wrap Complex," gives the powder a hydrating creaminess. The shadows adhere to the lids nicely, resistant to smudging, creasing, and fading. Once you apply them for the day, they will stick with you until you're ready to remove them (unless you rub your eyes, cry like a baby, or go swimming).
The gold oversprayed design on the quad will disappear on first (or second use). All four shades shimmer, even after it's gone. The shimmer is subtle and perfectly appropriate for day wear - more like a gleam on the lids. I'm excited by #208.
I purchased mine at Nordstrom Tysons, where I met a new friend, Claudia Amarra, the Clé de Peau Beauté manager. Clé de Peau Beauté's Eye Color Quad and the rest of the new collection for Spring 2012 has also arrived at all of the counters, including Neiman Marcus, where the Beauty Event starts on Thursday. There is a Clé de Peau gift with a $300 purchase. I've already purchased my new items, so I won't be able to reach that level. It's a high price for "admission."
Photo at top courtesy of Clé de Peau Beauté; other photos by Best Things in Beauty
I love Clé de Peau eyeshadows. They wear creamy smooth and remain color true until I remove them at night. Like you, I never bother with the case. I have 4 Clé de Peau quads and have had no problems. The plastic refill holder has a cover and is perfectly adequate. As you are fond of pointing out, money saved means more makeup :-)
ReplyDeleteOMG! I am in need of this palette just like every other CDP palettes I have collected over the years. #208 looks really easy to put on and the radiance along with the shimmers look really highlighting.
ReplyDeleteOH MY, that is too beautiful. I've been considering getting one of these, so thanks for the tip on not getting the case. I never knew that!
ReplyDeleteHi, I couldn't decide between this or the new spring 2012 Chantecaille set & that you recently reviewed. I love neutrals, so that I flexibility to purchase single shade of shadow if I want a little bit of change.
ReplyDeleteCan you confirm that it is safe to say that after the first two uses, the shadow is matt?
I still can't decide which set I should get! Chantecaille or Cle de Peau.
Christina
Christina, neither of the shadow palettes is matte.
ReplyDeleteHi Tracy!
ReplyDeleteI've never bought a case. Can't bring myself to plunk down the money.
Hi Fruity Lashes!
ReplyDeleteI think you're going to love 208! I do.
Hi Eileen,
ReplyDeleteAren't they luxurious - even in their plastic holders? :)
Charlestongirl you read my mind. I just order this from Saks, also order one of the new lip luminizers lippies. Love CDP! I do not purchase the cases for the products, I do not understand the reason for that. Just received RBR foundation today,
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to try.
Thanks! I think I will go with Cle de Peau as my first purchase. It is $58 Canadian and I always wanted to try the new set of shadows.
ReplyDeleteI've purchased the Silky lipstick and they are perfect for the winter season.
Mary Ann,
ReplyDeleteI've been wearing that RBR foundation every day!
I hope you enjoy the quad, Christina!
ReplyDeleteI will let you know what I think also :)
ReplyDeleteThose are amazingly lovely eye shadows!! I am smitten.
ReplyDeleteI am concerned, though, that the taupe lean pink. Since I have gotten older (who hasn't?), I try to get rid of the pink around my eyes, not add to it.
Do you find that to be noticable when you use the colors?
Thanks SO much for your wonderful blog!
I absolutely love the #208 quad, CPB really exceeds the previous releases this time! I got the #208 last month, and I definitely think it is by far the most amazing spring release I've got, even include the Lunasol, THREE, CHICCA & SUQQU ones.
ReplyDeleteI did purchased the cases for every quad I own, simply because the cases themselves were stunning, though I never use the applicators (which is sad because they were far more high-quality - just like all Japanese brands).
I've read about Chantecaille's spring release in December, you swatch was great! I am so looking forward to see the eyeshadow quad in store in person.
Caroline, I think you will love the new Chantecaille Coral Reefs Palette. I sure do!
ReplyDeleteJust got back from my visit to the Cle de Peau counter! I could not resist this Quad! My favorite to date!
ReplyDeleteStacy
Hi Sunlitt,
ReplyDeleteI can seldom wear regular pink on my lids. This shade is more peach. I think you'll like it if you try it.
Hey there, Stacy! Isn't it lust-worthy? How would you describe the gorg color on the left?
ReplyDeleteThat's a tough one Charlestongirl! I would describe it as a light golden taupe. I am wearing it today and am in love! Even though these are basic appearing neutrals they are in actuality so much more complex! Truly many options exist with this palette!
ReplyDeleteXO Stacy
I'm totally a neutral eyeshadow person, but I haven't been caught by any palette for quite a while until I saw this beauty!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your swatch ohotos and review! This is so going onto my to-buy-list! :)
I have an update! I got this set and I really loved it at first, but I found that this neutral set is too rusty against my pale skin. The metalic look can be a bit too much, but a great punch for evening look. I don't think I would repurchase this set.
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