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With the 2023 Met Gala just days away—on Monday, May 1, to be exact—we at Reviewed have been thinking about how us non-celebrity folk can channel the sartorial magnificence of what’s commonly considered "fashion’s biggest night." This year’s dress code pays tribute to the late fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld, which corresponds to the opening of the "Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty" exhibit at the Met’s Costume Institute.
Lagerfeld served as the creative director for several fashion houses throughout his storied career, including Fendi, Chanel and Chloé. Given Lagerfeld’s illustrious career at Chanel, we decided that the best way we can all get in on this year’s theme is by shopping 10 of the best Chanel makeup products. Keep reading to find out how to bring French couture and prestige to your beauty routine.
1. Chanel Le Volume De Chanel Mascara
The French fashion house has several mascara offerings, but reviews indicate that Le Volume De Chanel Mascara is the gold standard. It purports to deliver high color payoff and intense volume in one swipe. The formula comes in three colors: "Noir" (black), "Ecorces" (brown) and "Blue Night" (navy blue).
"This mascara is awesome," one Macy's reviewer writes. "I have not found another mascara better than this one. It does not clump up and gives you a full lash look."
2. Chanel Le Vernis in "Ballerina"
Chanel is also known for its high-quality nail polish, and the Chanel Le Vernis in "Ballerina" (light pink) is lauded as one of the best. The formula promises to provide a "long-lasting" and "high-shine nail color." It’s infused with "bioceramics" and ceramides that intend to make nails stronger, too. "Ballerina" is joined by 37 other shades.
"Chanel nail color is excellent and well worth the price," exclaims one enthused Chanel customer. "'Ballerina' is a beautiful color. It is easy to apply, doesn't chip and looks great with whatever outfit/color you're wearing."
3. Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream
The Chanel Les Beiges Healthy Glow Bronzing Cream is another bestseller, and TikTok star Alix Earle counts herself as a fan of the self-proclaimed "cream-gel bronzer." It claims to endow the skin with a "sun-kissed glow" thanks to so-called "light-reflecting pigments."
The bronzer is available in three shades: "Soleil Tan Bronze" (light brown), "Soleil Tan Medium Bronze" (medium brown) and "Soleil Tan Deep Bronze" (dark brown). Using a densely-packed makeup brush, apply the formula to the points of the face where the sun tends to hit—i.e., forehead, chin and cheeks.
"It is so far the best cream bronzer I've ever tried," declares one Chanel reviewer. "So smooth and blends so well. Looks so natural and easy to apply! Definitely my forever bronzer!"
4. Chanel Les 4 Ombres Multi-Effect Quadra Eyeshadow Palette
When it comes to dressing up the eyes, Chanel shoppers lean on the Chanel Les 4 Ombres Multi-Effect Quadra Eyeshadow Palette. Inside its signature black-lacquered compact is "vibrant and pigment-rich" eyeshadows in matte, satin and shimmer finishes. The eyeshadow quad comes in 15 distinct color stories, including the limited-edition "Modern Glamour" palette, which consists of a matte black, white and cool-toned brown as well as a shimmering gray.
"This quad gives a good color payoff and is easily blend-able," writes one satisfied Chanel customer in regards to the "Warm Memories" palette. "I use an eye primer, and the color lasts all day without creasing. Beautiful eyeshadows!"
5. Chanel Joues Contraste Powder Blush
Just like its eyeshadow palette counterpart, the Chanel Joues Contraste Powder Blush also calls the same sleek compact home. According to the brand, the powder blush has a silky consistency that seamlessly blends into the skin and layers well if you want to build up the color opacity. Each blush comes with a mini brush for on-the-go touch-ups as well. You can snag this blush in 14 shades.
"Love the 'light as air' feeling and color payoff of this blush," declares a Chanel reviewer. "It has become my favorite powder blush in my collection."
6. Le Correcteur de Chanel Longwear Concealer
To brighten up your under-eyes and spot-conceal, look to the well-regarded Le Correcteur de Chanel Longwear Concealer. This concealer claims to have a gel-based formula that provides light to medium coverage, depending on how much you apply. It comes in 16 shades, spanning from "B20" (fair with rosy undertones) to "BR 152" (dark-deep with red undertones).
"Great formula," exclaims one Chanel customer. "A little goes a long way, and I use it as an eye shadow base as well. Will purchase again and again."
7. Chanel Baume Essentiel Multi-Use Glow Stick
For luminosity on the skin, reviewers swear by the Chanel Baume Essentiel Multi-Use Glow Stick, a balm that aims to brighten the eyes, face and lips. It comes in seven shimmering shades: "Golden Light" (bronze caramel), "Transparent" (translucent), "Sculpting" (satin champagne-beige), "Rosée" (pearly pink), "Lilas" (iridescent lavender), "Rouge Frais" (warm red) and "Transparent" (translucent).
"Such a beautiful product," declares one Chanel reviewer. "Looks beautiful on my skin, the texture is so buttery smooth!"
8. Chanel Stylo Yeux Waterproof Long-Lasting Eyeliner
Whether you’re looking to create the perfect cat-eye or tight-line, you need to try the Chanel Stylo Yeux Waterproof Long-Lasting Eyeliner. Per the brand, the kohl pencil’s formula is water-, humidity- and oil-proof—meaning that it can withstand pretty much any environment. Furthermore, it’s said to have "a soft, comfortable texture that glides on smoothly for an even line." You’ll also never have to worry about sharpening this pencil, given that it comes with a detachable sharpener.
"Super creamy 'pencil' eyeliner that goes on without pulling, skipping or tugging," writes one Chanel customer. "Lasts all day with no smearing—a plus for those with oily skin and eyelids! Comes off easily at night with no scrubbing, just soap and water or eye makeup remover."
9. Chanel Vitalumière Aqua Ultra-Light Skin Perfecting Sunscreen Makeup
Chanel has its fair share of foundations, and one of the popular options is the Vitalumière Aqua Ultra-Light Skin Perfecting Sunscreen Makeup. The complexion product promises "a fresh, natural complexion with the tiniest drop" and provides light-to-medium coverage. Hero ingredients include hyaluronic acid to lock in moisture and SPF 15 to protect skin against UV rays. The foundation is offered in 17 shades, ranging from "10 Beige" (light) to "152 Rosé" (deep). Make sure to shake the bottle prior to application.
"This foundation has a finish that no other one has," a Nordstrom reviewer writes. "It is lightweight but covers sun damage, broken red veins and large pores perfectly. My skin looks flawless and 10 years younger. Uniquely beautiful, highly recommend."
10. Chanel Le Rouge Duo Ultra Tenue Ultra Wear Lip Color
The Chanel Le Rouge Duo Ultra Tenue Ultra Wear Lip Color intends to make your pout pop with its opaque color payoff and glossy finish. The dual-ended stick contains a liquid lipstick on one end and a clear gloss on the other. Chanel recommends applying the liquid lipstick first, followed by the lip gloss. The lippie comes in 26 shades.
"Love this lipstick and all the other colors in this formula," one Chanel reviewer writes. "It stays on for a very long time—even when I eat."
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