Lancome Glowy Ballerine Butterflies Fever Blush Review, Photos, Swatches
Monday, January 24th, 2011
Lancome Glowy Ballerine Butterflies Fever Blush
Lancome Spring 2011: Glowy Ballerine
Lancome Glowy Ballerine Butterflies Fever Blush ($40.00 for 0.39 oz.) is an icy, pale pink blush that goes on barely-there. It has a silver glitter overlay, but the glitter disappears after the first use. On me (warm, medium skin tone), I get visibly pinker cheeks, but the effect is definitely subtle. The texture is soft, and it’s effortless to apply and blend out, partially owing to the softness in the color itself. It has an ultra soft sheen that looks more like a glow when applied, so there is no need to fear shimmery or glittery finishes here (and again, the glitter is only on the top layer).
Lancome says: “The new must have blush is an original twist of two incontrovertible items of the 70′s style: the bowtie and the butterfly designed by Alexis Mabille. In fashion, wearing a bowtie is the ultimate chic attitude, besides a way to express free-spirit and absolute lack of concern for what other people think. The butterfly is a multicultural symbol of free soul, feminity and beauty of nature.”
Lancome recommends using the pink shade as a blush, beige shade as a sculptor, and lavender shade to unify the complexion. This is all well and good, and I appreciate the directions overall, but you’re going to need a pretty small (and precise) brush to use any of the three shades alone–especially the lavender one.
The design is femine and pretty, though of course, it looks less elegant once you’ve used it a few times, but some of the features still linger (and as far as I know, and based on Lancome’s recommendation to use certain shades individually), there are three distinct shades that go all the way through. Also worth noting is that this is practically a brick of blush at 0.39 oz. (average blush is around 0.15 to 0.20 oz.). The included applicator worksin a pinch, but the bristles are rougher than I’d like, and they will kick up a lot of powder if you attempt to use it.
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- Product: 27/30
- Value: 8/10
- Ease of Use: 3/5
- Packaging: 4/5
final thoughts: This will be gorgeous on light to medium skin tones both cool and warm, but I think much of the effect will be lost on darker skin tones.
where to buy: Nordstrom
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Lancome Glowy Ballerine Butterflies Fever Blush
Lancome Glowy Ballerine Butterflies Fever Blush
Lancome Glowy Ballerine Butterflies Fever Blush
Lancome Glowy Ballerine Butterflies Fever Blush
Lancome Glowy Ballerine Butterflies Fever Blush
Lancome Glowy Ballerine Butterflies Fever Blush
Lancome Glowy Ballerine Butterflies Fever Blush
Lancome Glowy Ballerine Butterflies Fever Blush
Lancome Glowy Ballerine Butterflies Fever Blush
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Product & Review FAQ
Where can I purchase Glowy Ballerine? How much is it?
Nordstrom, $40.00.
Is it limited edition?
Yes.
Any dupes?
NARS Desire, MAC Well Dressed all give a soft, cool-toned pink flush.
amazing.
LOVE this cheek color on you! Very flattering and shows off your beautiful skin. I'll have to grab one!
Your makeup always looks pretty but it looks especially nice in this photo!
I saw this in person today, and I swatch-ed it on my arm and it was really sheer :( it wasn't worth 55€ for me!
I bought this the other day and wow - it's gorgeous! Im so happy I was able to grab one before they sold out. I have the one released prior to this one as well and it too is amazing. Can't go wrong...it's stunning on.
It's so pretty! :)
I am so obsessed!!! You look gorgeous in the photo :)
So, so beautiful. A lot of the time the 'overlay' blushes look amazing but the actual result is underwhelming, but this is seriously stunning. If only they didn't test on animals. :\
Is this like Benefit's Dandelion?
Pinker!
It's such a pretty blush/highlighter. Too bad the purple butterflies is only an overspray. You can see on the last picture that the pan looks paler/lighter after application. But it's still a delight to look at. Thanks Christine. Can't wait to read your review on the lipstick :)
I wasn't impressed until I saw the photo of the blush on you--you look gorgeous! I already have Well Dressed, though, so I don't think I'll be picking this up, especially since the packaging is all a little too cutesy for me. But this post certainly encouraged me to rediscover something I already have in my drawer (Well Dressed), which is one of my favorite kinds of posts!
SO beautiful Christine!
Awww overspray again?!
Can you think of a blush for us medium and warm-skinned gals(around NC 35/40ish) that would give the same subtle, glowy effect?
Dior Amber Diamond :)
Meh, I wish atleast the butterflies would have remained lavender! D:
It looks too pretty to use! haha and it's too expensive to just have it because it looks pretty, plus my skin is probably too dark for this
One of the most gorgeous things I've ever seen ♥ gotta have it!
Christine this looks a lot prettier on your face than it does in the swatch. Lucky girl you are. Anyway I'll be skipping this b/c I have a Flirt! dupe ($12 I think) and the glitter is all the way through.
you look even more gorgeous than usual here! will there be a breakdown for what you wore? aside from the lipstick (which i can see was a popular question), what mascara were you wearing? your lashes look fabulous!
Just NARS Sheer Glow foundation, the Lancome blush on cheeks... nothing on eyes... Estee Lauder's Wild Violet lipstick... L'Oreal Voluminous Millions :D
thank you! I have too many open mascaras to buy another but I've been looking at Millions for when I do-- I had no idea you were modelling the blush AND the lipstick AND the mascara in one! maybe you should do a total look breakdown with your pics sometimes just for fun. I am loving the wild violet but I've always thought EL made amazing lipsticks. idk if they were rich old lady makeup or not but they were always pretty shades and felt amazing. plenty of good shades too. my top EL picks for Christine's coloring would be pure color: *extravagant berry*, bois de rose pure color crystal: berry truffle, plum fizz hydra luster: radiant wine, chelsea rose, black cherry, *rich currant* *top picks* (I am such a massive sucker for estee lauder...)
LOL, I rarely repeat products if only so I can maximize the testing canvas, haha.
LOL no, I just meant identifying what you have on other than the reviewed item. because I'm think Estee Lauder ought to be sending you a BUCKET of stuff, you probably just sold a billion Wild Violet lipsticks with that pic! you could include the rest of your look and where to buy it at the end of the review or something. EL stuff looks great on you. you reviewed the blush but everyone LOVES the lipstick lol. you could do more shades.
Ahh, if only it worked as easily as that, lol! ;) But thank you!
you look gorgeous!!! are you wearing any foundation or tinted moisturizer? if so what is it? your skin looks flawless!!!
I think it's NARS Sheer Glow!
Thanks Christine!! I've been dying to try that foundation I'll have to check if you have a review on it I'm sure you do :)
I was about to ask what you had on your lips, but I skimmed the comments before clicking 'submit comment'. Apparently that's a popular question today. xD It looks fabulous on you, Christine. Have you done/will you be doing a review on it?
I will be!
Wow, this color really suits you! Looks amazing!
Wow, that gives you such a nice glow! Did you have to pack it on your cheeks to get it to show like that on your cheeks? The swatches seem really pale, but it looks really nice on your cheeks! :)
Nope, didn't pack it on at all! :)
I just ordered online. It's just too pretty not to have. Usually, I wouldn't spend so much money on anything, but for this...I just had to have it. I love it on you Christine!!! I hope it looks just as pretty on me. I will let you all know once I get it & wear it.
I'm tempted to get this blush because the design is so pretty, but I know I'd be too afraid to use it and mess it up, anyway. That's why I got a backup of the Marine Life blush from To The Beach. This is more expensive and less unique, though.
I think I'm going to pass, looks a bit too cool and subtle for my taste, even though I'm NC15/20. Do you know if you're going to review the polishes or Lily Rose lipstick from this collection?
I only have a couple of things to review - the Ombre Magnetiques and the French Touch lipstick.
I really want to buy this blush, its so pretty! i hope that this doesnt get sold out fast since its limited edition.
Everyone loving your lipstick more than this! *laughs*
I am tan just like you and I reaaalllly dislike this! It barely shows :(
Christine you glow there! Looks lovely on you. I think the instructions are kinda funny. I like that they did try to put a design & multiple colors but I'm wondering if they couldn't have done something simpler that separated the colors better. It's probably not bad though for people who would like a glitter free version of sugarbomb. Love the lipstick & hoping to see some of the other eye/lip items. I shouldn't... but I'm so loving purple lately!
Yeah - great in concept but it'll be hard to execute, even with a smaller brush. Maybe if they did it in just stripes rather than a mixed design.
So pretty! I just wish it wasn't so expensive. #turnoff
omg this is gorgeous on you! what lipstick are you wearing Christine...looks pretty on you! :)
Estee Lauder Wild Violet!
OMG this is gorgeous. Thanks for the swatch because now I realize it won't show up a lot on my NW30 skin... :(
I don't like how the color looks in the swatch but I like how the color looks on your face!
The packaging on this is to die for! I'm so happy that you swatched it for us. My skintone is far too dark for this and I'm very disappointed.
Pretty colour and I think I might be a nice look on my NC15 face. I'll definitely check it out. I also have to know- What lipstick is it you're wearing? It's gorgeous!
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