About Motives® Shape & Sculpt Duo
Double-sided compact that contains everything you need to highlight and contour like a pro. The dark side creates depth in areas such as the hollows of your cheeks. Using the light side brings the eye forward, highlighting areas such as the bridge of the nose or chin. Contouring can help accentuate and hide imperfect face structures, making you look your best every day.
Primary Benefits of Motives® Shape & Sculpt Duo:
* Two-in-one highlighter and matte contour powder
* Luxurious formula that glides on smoothly to highlight and sculpt
* Designed for all skin types
* Non-irritant formula
* Paraben, oil and fragrance free
Price: $21
My experience with the product:
I usually use bronzer or an eyeshadow a few shades darker than my skin tone to contour my face. To highlight my cupid bow and nose bridge I use lighter beige eyeshadows only as white looks too stark on me.
Just to give you an idea about my face structure and skin type - I am NC-37 (MAC) in complexion and I have a typical round face with high cheek bones, that become even more prominent whenever I smile. I am somehow blessed with balanced facial features regarding nose, eyes and full lips, but my chubby cheeks annoy me a lot so I definitely love to highlight and accentuate my facial features so that they can compliment my overall look.
Usually, I'd skip it on the daily basis because of the time constraints but since I've got Motives Shape and Sculpt Duo, I've used it more than the usual number of times now, while going out, just because of its handy packaging and I really like the way it is designed and how it makes the whole contouring work quite easy for people in rush like me.
Below are some pics, swatches and how I contour my face structure using this Duo:
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| Before contouring |
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And below are the pros and cons:
Pros:
1) The handy packaging with a wide mirror in the case makes it really easy for people like me to define their bone structures and make the face look sleek and more defined any time of the day, without bothering to spend too much time and worry on getting tons of other products.
2) The powders are buttery smooth in texture and glide really well. I usually use a small fluffy brush to contour my face as it gives me better control over where I am applying what, and the smooth texture of these powders makes the job even easier.
3) It has never caused me any allergic reactions, nor did it give me any kind of breakouts.
4) I've experienced a decent staying power from this duo. I usually spend most of my time in office, staying indoors with AC on. It stays on my face for almost 5-6 hours in that surrounding, which is pretty good when compared to my other face powders. Seeing this, I am really craving to try their face compact powders now!
6) It is free from paraben, oil and fragrance, which definitely scores a good point in my view.
Cons:
1) Though it has a sturdy casing and a nice versatile and buildable shade duo, with a big mirror attached in the case; I find it too heavy! You'll literally feel the weight of the case when you hold it. I always become extra conscious of its weight and what am I holding for a fear of dropping it down.
2) Availability: I hope they spread their chain of cosmetics soon all around the world and I definitely want them to come to India.
3) Although it may not be a con, but I'd prefer if they'd have included a small brush like applicator for the times when I might forget to carry a brush or might not be able to find any in the bucket bag I carry!
Overall rating: I love the concept and this Shape & Sculpt Duo. It definitely gives a nice lift to my face and overall look, which I have noticed well in my pics taken on my recent vacation trip. The design definitely makes it easier to contour my face on a regular basis and project a nice flawless face ahead.
Rating: 4/5
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Note: PR Sample