Tom Ford's limited-edition
Skin Illuminator in Fire Lust ($65) was inspired by the look of skin bathed in summer evening light that creates an irresistible, translucent glow. Inspired and recreated, I think. Its peach-pink shade will flatter every skin tone while moisturizing and soothing the skin. Its highly micronized pearls diffuse light for a natural enhanced, sun-kissed look.
I took swatch photos in full, afternoon sun. I applied two swatches to my arm using a cream concealer brush. The stripe at the top of my arm was applied relatively heavily, and the larger shade shows it blended out, but not completely. I was worried about getting enough color for a photo. It's very sheer.
This golden peach shade gives my skin a beautiful gleam, a glow, just like that summer evening light that inspired its creator. The wonderful thing about this liquid illuminator is that you have full control over the intensity of the color. You can apply it to look like a blush that's lit from within. You can apply it lightly on the high points of your face to give them a glow, and you can use it above or below foundation. You can mix it with your foundation or moisturizer to add radiance with just a touch of color.
I selected swatch photos that were taken with different backgrounds and light intensities so that you could see Fire Lust's range of looks. I cannot praise it highly enough. Just think about all the superlatives you use for your favorite makeup and apply. I feel lightheaded when I search for the perfect word.
The collection was available at some locations early, such as the John Barrett Salon ((212) 872-2714), which has a Tom Ford boutique. It should be available at full Tom Ford Beauty counters this weekend. That means your favorite Neiman Marcus will have it. I believe Bergdorf Goodman is holding it for an event that starts Monday (which is a miss from my perspective). I purchased Fire Lust at Neiman Marcus. It has sold out already at the Neiman Marcus Web site, so don't let any grass grow under your feet. Purchase it now if you want it.
Photo at top courtesy of Neiman Marcus; other photos by Best Things in Beauty
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