I was asked to participate in a Glam Spokesblogger contest featuring Elizabeth Arden's latest product, the Intervene Make Up, with a chance of being the next face for Elizabeth Arden's online campaign if I win. You know how I love pictures of myself plastered everywhere so of course I accepted! To be honest, I have good skin and generally do not require more than a bit of tinted moisturizer so the thought of using an anti-aging foundation kind of frightened me (I don't want to look like Mommy Dearest!). But vanity won out in the end and I went ahead with the contest. My package arrived last week and I tested it on my wrist right away, the color (Shell) was perfect and the foundation was not nearly as heavy as I expected it to be. I couldn't wait to try it, playing with make up is one of my favorite past times!
So how does it work? The Intervene make up has a Biodormin technology (meaning it is very high tech) which delays the appearance of wrinkles (meaning the more you wear it the less likely you will get old) and micro-mineral technology which will smooth and even the complexion (meaning you'll look flawless while looking young). It also has spf 15 which gives you a bit more protection when used with your regular sunscreen. You can have all of this for a mere $36 (meaning you'll have more money to spend on your bags and shoes)! At Elizabeth Arden or department stores near you. Available in 12 shades.
I am on my way to New York for Fashion Week as you read this. This bottle of Intervene will travel with me so I can be camera ready at all times (did you think I was kidding when I said I loved taking pictures?).
Here are a few other items that I used to achieve this smashing look.
1. Intervene Pause and Effect Moisture Cream SPF 15, $55- This was a nice base for the foundation and was not too greasy. I wish it had a higher spf, in the summer I will add my sunscreen.
2. Color Intrigue Bronzing Powder Duo, $32- I put just a touch on the apple of my cheeks (under my blush) to give me a bit of glow. The duo powder allows you to control how much color you want.
3. Smokey Eyes Powder Pencil - I am a major fan of eyeliner and think all women can benefit from a touch of definition, this one is fab because it has a sponge tip at the end to blend and to create an extended line for a more dramatic look.
4. Crystal Clear Lip Gloss, $14- I used this over another lip gloss because I need color! It added extra shine which I liked and has a very light spearmint flavor (for what I have no idea, just in case you get kissed?).
5. Flawless Finish Maximum Coverage Concealer, $18- This was in the package but I did not use it, the foundation was all I needed for flawless skin.
Comments (17)
Wow. You really do have good skin without make-up!! Nice make-up too, BSTina!
Posted by [vogue] | February 2, 2008 5:00:23 AM
Posted on February 2, 2008 05:00
Thank you, vogue! You are always such a great supporter of our sites. I love this foundation, it was easy to apply and not heavy nor mask like.
I am a real snob about skincare and have only used Chantecaille Real skin compact and the Chanel Teint Innoncence, both super lightweight coverage but I am excited to discover this foundation because it is truly flawless.
xo
Posted by Beauty Snob Tina | February 2, 2008 9:47:14 AM
Posted on February 2, 2008 09:47
LOL, you are so funny! I love the way you write, when is the book coming?
I will def go check this foundation out later, I am feeling my age lately . you look gorgeous by the way, with and without the make up!
Posted by jeanette | February 2, 2008 4:19:33 PM
Posted on February 2, 2008 16:19
Jeanette, you are so sweet. I really love this foundation. This morning I used it again but blended it with the Intervene moisturizer and made my own tinted moisturizer! It was a bit more sheer but still offered a great coverage.
Posted by Beauty Snob Tina | February 2, 2008 5:40:02 PM
Posted on February 2, 2008 17:40
The foundation looks great on you Tina. I have started trying some EA products, ever since Blogdorf Goodman recommended their powder compact. I have not tried their foundation but may give it a whirl next time I'm out. Have fun at Fashion Week.
Posted by coachwife6 | February 2, 2008 11:23:26 PM
Posted on February 2, 2008 23:23
Thanks for putting down your tips and the price menu. Found it useful. pls do tell us how the fashion wek went off in New York
Regards
Kartik
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Posted by kartik | February 3, 2008 3:15:53 AM
Posted on February 3, 2008 03:15
it looks amazing! you are glowing, I would expect anything anti-aging to be heavy and mask-like but you actually look younger with the foundation. not that you look old, but definitely perkier in 2nd photo.
it makes me want to try it even though I am only 23.
thanks for the review and all the tips! maybe I will blend it with the intervene moisturizer as you suggested to make a tinted moisturizer. good luck, hope you win!
Posted by kiki | February 3, 2008 9:28:01 AM
Posted on February 3, 2008 09:28
You look fabulous! Very natural with pops of color and definition. The foundation looks very very natural and dewy on you. And no, you not only have great skin, you have PERFECT skin!!
Posted by Gloria | February 3, 2008 6:03:21 PM
Posted on February 3, 2008 18:03
you crack me up! i am going straight to the elizabeth arden counter at bergdorf's tomorrow. do they have one there? i am in nyc.
you look fantastic by the way! good luck!
Posted by Max | February 3, 2008 7:08:02 PM
Posted on February 3, 2008 19:08
Great photos and great review. good luck
Posted by Anonymous | February 5, 2008 12:35:09 AM
Posted on February 5, 2008 00:35
Hi Tina -
Are there colors available for African-Americans? I don't wear makeup aside from eyeshadow, but this looks like something worth trying. Thanks!
Posted by Janiece | February 6, 2008 3:59:18 PM
Posted on February 6, 2008 15:59
you look amazing tina. i love how you show a before and after effect. i think you should try doing that more often to show us how amazing those products are actually working. just so we can see some real life demonstration of how it actually looks.
Posted by christy | February 6, 2008 11:48:14 PM
Posted on February 6, 2008 23:48
I agree with Christy, more photos and demonstrations please! you look beautiful by the way.
Posted by devin | February 10, 2008 1:31:45 PM
Posted on February 10, 2008 13:31
Girl--you are giving me a run for my money! Just when I thought I looked good and cinched the Spokesblogger campaign--I see your review! Darn it darn it darn it! You look amazing!
xo
Posted by Shannon | February 15, 2008 9:47:32 PM
Posted on February 15, 2008 21:47
Hi All,
It's funny you are asking for more before and after demonstrations, we are actually working on a series of Snob TV segments for webcast so you can see the products (and bags) on video!
Stay tuned!
Posted by Beauty Snob Tina | February 16, 2008 11:05:40 AM
Posted on February 16, 2008 11:05
OMG! I cannot wait until you launch those segments!!!!! That is sooo exciting!
Posted by Christy | February 17, 2008 12:22:10 AM
Posted on February 17, 2008 00:22
video segments of the Snobs? I can't wait!!!
Posted by jane | February 17, 2008 10:49:21 AM
Posted on February 17, 2008 10:49