5 Chanel Beauty Products You Shouldn’t Live Without
By: Cynthia Copoulos
My love story with CHANEL began many years ago when I was first introduced to the brand as a young makeup artist browsing my local Nordstrom. CHANEL was the first counter I saw entering their cosmetics department but the rest of the store basically disappeared as I entered into the house of CHANEL.
The beautiful photographs, black glossy display cases, white camellia flowers, classic hollywood vanities with black and white tweed chairs tucked beneath them, and the soft rosey fragrance in the air. I was in luxe heaven. The beauty analyste was proud to wear a classic CHANEL tweed jacket with very light yet polished makeup.
She asked thoughtful questions and wasn’t pushy like most cosmetic sales people. I was looking for the most light weight, natural looking foundation I could find and she introduced me to Vitalumiere Aqua. From the moment I tested it on the back of my hand, I was hooked! The water-like texture, the beautiful soft fragrance, the yellow undertone that matched my skin tone perfectly. I found my forever brand.
This experience is what led me to work for the CHANEL. I could be biased but after learning about the history of the brand and the inspirational story and life of Gabrielle, her fearless opposition to gender roles and women equality, gave me many more reasons to fall deeper in love with the brand. After many happy years of my life and career with CHANEL, I want to share my 5 favorite skincare products of all time.
1. LE VOLUME MASCARA
The best mascara on the market. Hands down and I’ve tried them all ladies! I wish I had a dollar for everytime someone asked me if my lashes were real. This incredible mascara lifts, lengthens, volumizes and curls with natural waxes that deliver an instant lift.
The CHANEL-exclusive snowflake brush is where the magic really happens. It has long, short and micro bristles that lift and separate each lash. It comes in 3 different shades, Noir, Écorces (bark/brown) and Blue Night.
Le Volume is also available in 2 waterproof shades, Noir and Brun (brown). Personally I prefer the non waterproof formula because it doesn’t run or flake even when crying! Both are $32 and worth every single penny. Purchase directly from CHANEL here.
2. DÉMAQUILLANT YEUX INTENSE
The skin around your eyes is extremely delicate because the thinnest skin on your entire body. Removing eye makeup should be effortless and gentle. CHANEL has formulated an incredibly powerful yet gentle eye makeup remover that dissolves even the most stubborn waterproof eye makeup in a matter of seconds. Rose and cornflower extract leave your lashes and delicate eye area hydrated without any oily residue. Pair with CHANEL’s luxurious lint free cotton pads or use a reusable fleece cotton round for Mother Earth. $35 - you can purchase directly from CHANEL here.
3. HYDRA BEAUTY ESSENCE MIST
I am absolutely obsessed with this mist. I literally cannot travel without it and I have 3 under my sink at any given time. The scent of this mist is absolutely intoxicating and leaves your skin looking and feeling so radiant, so soft and so supple. Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin C and E seriously boost hydration and restore skin’s moisture while blue ginger and camellia flower extract energizes tired looking skin. Super hydrating, fresh, cool and comforting this lightweight mist is great for all skin types and can be used under or over makeup for a beautiful radiant glow. $90 purchase directly from CHANEL here.
4. HYDRA BEAUTY MICRO GEL YEUX
Everything you could ever want for your eyes. This clinically proven hydrating eye gel has patented micro-droplet technology that immediately hydrates the delicate eye area and continuously hydrates for 24 hours. This eye gel is not only super hydrating but it also targets dark circles and puffiness while smoothing dehydrated fine lines and wrinkles. Packed with antioxidants, Blue Ginger PFA, protects and reinforces the delicate skin around your eyes. Suitable for all skin types. Most eye creams are too rich to be used directly on the lids and can cause breakouts. NOT THIS ONE! After cleansing your face day/night, apply the Hydra Beauty Micro gel to the orbital bone and contours of the eyes and swipe across eyelids. Gently pat in the liquid silk and watch the magical smoothing technology melt right into the skin. $68 purchase directly from CHANEL here.
5. LES BEIGES HIGHLIGHTING FLUID
If you're like me and could have cried when CHANEL discontinued the beloved Soleil Tan de Chanel liquid highlighter, this one's for you! I can’t believe I even doubted for a second that CHANEL would ever leave us hanging! Que Les Beiges Sheer Healthy Glow Highlighting Fluid! It’s even more beautiful than the original liquid highlighter and is available in two different shades, Sunkissed (left) and Pearly Glow (right). What I love most is that it gives you a natural dewy highlight without intense sparkles and glitter. Mix this with your primer or foundation for an all over glow or gently press on top of makeup to highlight your favorite features. The new long lasting formula holds your natural glow for 8 hours - perfect for all the women working overtime and is suitable for all skin types!
