Kevyn Aucoin Cosmetics

[misskeisha]

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Originally Posted by Bunny77 I bought that book. It was really inspirational (plus, i love looking at the pictures!!!). Even sadder, Kevyn's beloved mother died about a year after Kevyn passed.

Unfortunately his mom died the same year he did. He died in April or May and she died in October. Very terrible year for that tight knit family.

 

[joytheobscure]

oh wow, tylenol toxicity, I didn't know he'd passed away I've been eyeing his books and want to buy his books at Hastings... so sad

 

[meihwa]

Hi All,

I'm wondering if anyone here has tried his cosmetic line or currently uses it....I am curious if his products are worth the price and if there are some must have items. Seems to be a waste for me to shell out all that money first and not even know if it's worth it......thought some individuals here could help out......thanks for any/all input!!

 

[Masucci]

Hi there!

I use a lot of his products. His brushes are amazing, and my favorite cosmetics in his line are his "Creamy Moist Glow" blush (very natural looking and gives me a glow), His "Pure Powder Glow" blush (goes on so smoothly! Looks really natural, too!), "The Liquid Cyber Lip" is very pretty, but doesn't have the staying power that I want (then again, not many glosses do) & his "Elegant Lip Gloss", which actually has VERY good staying power!

I've tried his "Sensual Skin Enhancer", and believe it to be worth every penny - but ONLY for those who desire full coverage in their foundation. I do not, so it's too heavy for me. The tinest amount goes a long way. Amazing.

I'd love to try his "Gossamer Loose Powder" next.

I've never tried any of hes E/S palettes - I'm just not impressed with the colors.

I hope this helps!

 

[Serastar]

His blushes are darling <3 I'd definately recommend them.

However I didn't find myself too keen on the e/s also, I tried one at a friend's house and it seemed rather bland and definately didnt compare to MAC in my personal opinion.

 

[Whitney Costner]

I've wanted to try his products too, but have only seen them as being available online.

And since he passed away (several years ago), who's actually developing the products? Was he involved in making the products before he passed away? Hmm...I guess I haven't really researched it, but it makes me wonder...

I love his ol' books. Esp "Making Faces".

 

[meihwa]

Thanks for the responses, much appreciated!! I think I will have to travel to a store and try some things in person first......As far as I understand it, he did pass away in 2002, I believe, and he had just launched his cosmetics line. His partner and associates continued to develop and launch the line as planned, and so I'm not sure if all the concepts and products were already created by Kevyn or if others have added to the line since then. His products are mostly available online, with a few exclusive boutiques and select Neiman Marcus stores who carry his products in store.

 

[bellamia]

If your interested inrequiring more information on Kevyn Aucoin products you can go to his site www.kevynaucoin.com and click on any icon...then click on the beauty forum.

I haven't yet purchased any of his products yet! but from what I read some of his items get great reviews.

 

[Masucci]

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Originally Posted by Whitney Costner I've wanted to try his products too, but have only seen them as being available online.

They are also available at Neiman Marcus.

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Originally Posted by Whitney Costner And since he passed away (several years ago), who's actually developing the products? Was he involved in making the products before he passed away? Hmm...I guess I haven't really researched it, but it makes me wonder...

After his passing, his partner and his dad took over the company. And yes, Kevyn developed the formulas and was involved in every aspect up until the time of his passing, which sadly, was shortly after KA Cosmetics was launched.

 

[Whitney Costner]

Well that's good to know that he was involved for at least a short time before his passing. His books are wonderful and when I was younger they inspired me to get more into makeup in general.

I'll have to look for his brand at Neiman Marcus and try some. Thanks for all the info!

 

[Masucci]

You're very welcome!

 

[thelove4tequila]

Kevyn Aucoin Makeup

How does this brand rate? I'm really interested in trying the mascara. Has anyone tried the Volumizing Mascara yet? Also where do they sell it?

 

[lotus]

kevyn aucoin- makeup & brushes

i was wondering if anyone here uses kevyn aucoin beauty products? i was browsing through his website and found some interesting things, brushes and their eyeshadows. i'm wondering if i should pick up a few things, but i'm wondering what their quality is like. i know that he was known for his techniques, his looks and everything else. i'm wondering how his products are, especially his makeup and brushes. thanks!

 

[lotus]

Re: kevyn aucoin- makeup & brushes

anyone? please

 

[Ernie]

Re: kevyn aucoin- makeup & brushes

Hi,

I finally bought a few products last week, they sell it at Bendels. The one piece of advice I would give you is to try and see the line in person. It's very hard to judge online about colors. I picked up:

The Sensual Skin Primer
The Sensual Skin Enhancer ~ SX05
The Liquid Fountain Pen ~ Lilette
The Volume Formula Mascara

I love the primer with the skin enhancer which I use as concealer. You really only need a dot of the enhancer, it's fabulous and goes on even smoother with the primer.
The lip pen is a great lipgloss, medium mauve with a bit of shimmer. Lasted for quite a few hours.
I'm not so crazy about the mascara, maybe it's the brush, very thin. I'm used to a thicker brush for more volume. The one thing about the mascara, it does not budge. So I use my regular mascara underneath.

I hope this helps.

 

[Ernie]

Re: kevyn aucoin- makeup & brushes

Oh, I saw the brushes, beautiful but expensive. I liked the contour brush.

 

[lotus]

Re: kevyn aucoin- makeup & brushes

thanks! i'd like to purchase some of their brushes as their quality looks nice and soft, but it is a bit pricey. i also want to try their eyeshadows, but there isn't a store around here that sells their products, but i might try and purchase one of their eyeshadow palettes and give that a shot. thanks for your tips!

 

[abbyquack]

Kevyn Aucoin Beauty

Anyone tried this line? I know how awesome KA was w/ makeup art, but I don't know if these are good products. I am particularly interested in the sensual skin enhancer. It's $45 for a foundation! So obviously I don't want to buy it if it's not good.

 

[frocher]

Re: Kevyn Aucoin Beauty

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[Juneplum]

Re: Kevyn Aucoin Beauty

existing thread here:

http://specktra.net/f167/kevyn-aucoin-cosmetics-48444/