I finally bit the bullet and bought NARS’ infamous highlighting powder, Albatross. While it’s no secret that I am in love with their Copacabana Multiple for highlighting, this gorgeous powder definitely gives an old stand-by some new competition!

At first glance this highlighting powder looks white, so I was pleasantly surprised when it went on perfectly golden and warm!  I placed it on the tops of my cheekbones, and it gave me a gorgeous candlelit glow that wasn’t too glittery. I have heard some people compare it to MAC’s Vanilla Pigment, and while I can definitely see the similarities, Albatross is less gold and way more velvety.

Most of my highlighting products are liquid, and I love that Albatross is pressed! It’s perfect for those who want easy highlights without dealing with the mess and hassle that some liquid ones cause. It’s also small enough to throw in your purse for touch-ups.

When applying Albatross, I recommend using a fluffy large blending brush, or a small blush brush. The key to highlighting is placement and if you use too big of a brush, you might get it everywhere. Swipe some along the tops of your cheekbones, and down the bridge of your nose, and you’ll be glowing in no time!

On a personal note: I really like Albatross a lot, and I am definitely going to be putting it in my makeup kit BUT I still love Copacabana more  The foundation I wear on an everyday basis is very matte and I feel that Copacabana gives me the dewiness I need in order to counteract that.

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It’s not the easiest product to get to show up on camera! If you look on my upper cheekbones, you will be able to see a subtle golden glow…

The Multiple Coffret

NARS has released a new gift set containing three of their Multiples, a cult-favorite item! Use the Multiples on your lips, eyes and cheeks- It’s the ultimate multi tasker! They are very creamy but blend flawlessly into your skin, providing a sheer finish of light color which is naturally gorgeous!

Do you hate when companies come out with their annual gift sets but leave out the best colors?? You don’t have to worry about that with this set! The three piece, trial sized gift set comes with Copacabana (my favorite!!) a pearly highlight, South Beach- a shimmery apricot, and Orgasm- their world famous, peachy pink shimmer.

Only $40 which is a great deal because one full size multiple is $37!

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I Want You Lipgloss Set

The NARS lipgloss set is a great stocking item!! It comes with 5 mini shades of lipgloss which pack on intense shine and gorgeous color. The set comes with Turkish Delight- their famous pink sorbet, Striptease- a candlelit nude, Greek Holiday- a sparkling pink sand, Orgasm- a warm pink with golden shimmer and Dolce Vita- a sheer dusty rose. A $76 value for $45!

Both Items Are Sephora Exclusives

NARS Cosmetics is having an online sale! Take 22% off any order $60 or more. Enter 0011290CP in the coupon code box at checkout. You will receive free shipping on orders over $25! This is a rare opportunity, so it would be smart to jump at the chance to stock up on your favorites, try a new lipgloss or get some Christmas shopping out of the way!

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Some of My Favorite NARS Products:

The Multiples!!! (Copacabana is gorgeous!!)

Orgasm Blush (Obviously, a staple)

Lipglosses (Turkish Delight is a great soft pink and Bloodwork is a gorgeous true blood red)

Velvet Matte Lip Pencils (Great for perfect matte lips)