Laura Mercier Summer 2009 - Bronze Goddess Collection

I must say that after viewing and ruling out most the Bohemia Collection in my last post I am not super-excited about looking at the Bronze Goddess Collection. The title already suggests to me that this collection will contains colors that continue to be at odds with my pinky pale skin. However, this collection falls under the category of "summer sun collection" so maybe this one will be more than just makeup.

Here is the description of the collection from the Laura Mercier website, "Laura Mercier introduces Bronze Goddess, her first summer sun collection. The limited edition Body Bronzing Makeup and Sun-Free Gradual Self Tanner give skin an instant sun-kissed glow with a hint of Almond Coconut fragrance. The Bronzing Gel adds the perfect warmth and radiance to the face, whiel the new moisturizing HydraTint SPF 15 Lip Balms provide a splash of colour complemeting your bronzed summer skin. This collection will have you ready for the beach looking sexy, glowing, and gorgeous". Maybe I can get a bit more behind this collection...

Here are the products...

HydraTint SPF 15 - Laura Mercier HydraTint SPF 15 is a multi-purpose lip balm combining long-lasting moisture, SPF protection, and sheer natural colour. Formulated with mint and orange breath for freshening flavor. Adds a hint of colour for the perfect flawless lip. Lips are instantly soothed with ultra-emollient shea butter, grapeseed oil, and green tea extract. SPF 15 shields lips from everyday aggressors with broad spectrum (UVA and UVB) protection. Enriched with Laura Mercier's exclusive Lip Complex to keep lips soft and supple throughout the day.

- Apricot Tint - peachy pink

- Berry Tint - plum pink with gold pearl

- Bronze Tint - bronze with gold pearl

- Crimson Tint - natural red

- Mocha Tint - sheer subtle brown

- Nude Tint - sheer flesh tone

- Plum Tint - delicate plum with gold pearl

- Rose Tint - soft baby pink with pearl

Sun-Free Gradual Self Tanner - Laura Mercier Sun-Free Gradual Self Tanner imparts a safe and natural looking summer tan. The deeply moisturizing formula hydrates skin, while providing both instant shimmer and a buildable sun-kissed glow. Lightly scented with Almond Coconut Milk. Streak-free, transfer resistant, and long-lasting. Layer with the white cream until desired instensity is achieved. Intensity of tans will vary - reflects how skin naturally tans with sun exposure. Limited Edition.

Body Bronzing Makeup - Laura Mercier Body Bronzing Makeup instantly reveals, healthy, radiant, bronzed skin without long-term commitment. Satiny smooth formula with light reflective particles helps disguise imperfections. Adds a subtle, add-over sheen. Lightly scented with the Almond Coconut Milk. Streak-free, transer resistant, and easily washes off when ready. Limited Edition.

Bronzing Gel - Laura Mercier Bronzing Gel is a lightweight gel bronzer that smoothes on evenly and blends perfectly leaving the skin refreshed and hydrated. Sheer formula enhances a tan and adds a warm glow. Pigment blends flawlessly into skin. Best used on clean skin. Works on all skin types.Colour is sheer coppery-bronze.

Hmmm...well I am really liking the tinted lip balms. I think that I am going to get the Apricot Tint, the Berry Tint, the Nude Tint, and the Rose Tint. I'm not quite sure about how the self-tanner would work for me since it is meant to turn me the color that I would turn in the sun...which is red. i would like to try to Bronzing gels and see how they work on my skintone before I comment on them. Overall, love the lip balms and this was better than I thought that it would be.

photo courtesy of Laura Mercier