I received a medium size tube of this for the third time in my makeup life. This was, of course, a part of GWP that contained a nice skincare regimen, and Simmer wasn't a selling point for me at all.
Because I knew exactly how Simmer would feel and look on me, I thought about giving it away. But the lipgloss tube looked prettier than I remembered a few years ago.
How softly it gleams! If something looked this pretty when simmering, it could be a potion of youth...
Lancôme Juicy Tubes Simmer
But alas, it is more like a potion of death on me, just like how I remembered.
Simmer washes me out.
It was actually worse this time. Soft shimmery peach was never a friendly shade for me, but I could still pull it off if I carefully played a pairing game.
I did all my usual tricks - using purply colors on the eyes, motherload of highlighter and blush - but no, I still looked tired and washed out.
I did all my usual tricks - using purply colors on the eyes, motherload of highlighter and blush - but no, I still looked tired and washed out.
To be fair, Simmer is a beautiful color on warmer and darker complexions. It is a perfect example of JLo nude. At $18 for a half oz tube with slanted tip, it is modestly priced for a department store brand lipgloss and nicely performs for what it is.
The other reason why I wanted to try Simmer again was because I thought it would be a great companion to NARS Orgasm blush.
Simmer is more of a golden beige with pink shimmer while Orgasm lipgloss is a warm pink with gold shimmer.
They both wash me out. Big difference, hmph!
An overall look with Lancôme Juicy Tubes Simmer
I am also wearing
NARS Eyeshadow Duo Violetta
NARS Blush Orgasm
Guerlain Météorites Blanc de Perle (00)
I am writing this with rather a heavy heart. It is like a eulogy for my youth.
Simmer probably looked as unflattering as it does on me now, and maybe I just didn't know it back then. But I did believe I could pull off a rainbow if I had wanted to, and that was what's wonderful about my youth. Such a blissful time.
On the other hand, I remember avoiding red and brights because they just didn't look right. I find now they look okay on me.
So there, all is fine. I think I am moving on.
I will show you some bright reddish orange lipstick next time. :)
Wish everyone a beautiful week!
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