Bobbi B. is back with a new makeup collection for summer, and judging by the look of things, she’s been chillin’ at la playa.
The new Bobbi Brown Almost Bare Collection, available now in stores and online, looks just like a day at the beach. As she so often does, Bobbi kept things simple and clean, incorporating two dark matte bronzers, three glittery glosses and a repromoted scent (from where the collection gets its name). I think the products seem more Mexican Riviera than Jersey Shore, but the two bronzers, which are both quite dark, will probably thrill Snooks all the way from the top of her pouf down to her Uggs.
“From bronzers to the light shimmery glosses, The Almost Bare Collection creates the gorgeous sun kissed look you get after a day at the beach, one of my favorite sources of inspiration.
— Bobbi Brown
High Shimmer Lip Glosses, $22 each
From left to right: Bellini, Citrus and Pink Tulle
Am I the only gal who gets grumpy about tiny 0.14-oz. tubes of $20+ gloss? I bet I’m not. By comparison to 0.17-oz. MAC Lipglasses, these new 0.24-oz. limited edition High Shimmer Lip Glosses are practically huge! And they come with a doe-foot applicator, too.
Despite the glitter they contain (there’s a lot, but it’s not party glitter), they don’t feel gritty. They also don’t feel sticky, either, which surprised me considering how thick they are. The sheer-to-medium pigmentation makes them easy to apply. As for taste and scent, let me put it this way: Violet Beauregarde would probably approve. 🙂 Both faintly remind me of spearmint gum.
They’re still kind of expensive, but I can’t wait to wear these to the beach! MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: B+
Bronzing Powders, $33 each
Rich Cocoa (left) and Deep Chocolate (right)
I’ve always loved how Bobbi caters to a wide range of skin tones (remember how hard it was to get good colors for brown girls back in the ’80s and ’90s?). This release comes with two limited edition Bronzing Powders perfect for darker-skinned damsels. The Deep Chocolate and Rich Cocoa Bronzing Powders contain a blend of red and brown tones, which Bobbi says mimic and complement real tans.
I like the colors and how smooth they feel, but I wish they shimmered, as mattes tend to take me longer to blend. I’m more of swipe-and-go girl when it comes to bronzers, but if you’re willing to spend the time, I can see liking these a lot. MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: B
Swatches from the left: Rich Cocoa, Deep Chocolate, Bellini, Pink Tulle and Citrus
Rich Cocoa on face and Citrus on lips
Pink Tulle on lips
Bellini on lips
Even though Almost Bare is almost bare in terms of actual makeup, I think there’s a couple of good basics in the release.
What do you think? See anything you like?
We can cross Monday off our lists, boo
Woot, woot! Tabs had a really tough day today. At one point he had to move from one sunny spot to another. Yup, it’s a hard knock life. 😉
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
Denise says
May 2nd, 2011 at 9:14 pmI love how the glosses look on you 🙂
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Karen says
May 3rd, 2011 at 8:55 amThanks, Denise! 🙂
dani@callitbeauty says
May 2nd, 2011 at 9:19 pmHELLLLOOOO CITRUS! what a gorgeous colour!
also, tabs is just TOO cute <3.
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Karen says
May 3rd, 2011 at 8:55 amCitrus needs to be in your life, stat! 😀
Vijaya says
May 2nd, 2011 at 9:22 pmAww. Tabs looks like he just wants to be lifted up. <3
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Karen says
May 3rd, 2011 at 8:54 amOr maybe he’s getting a paw tan?
Heidi says
May 2nd, 2011 at 9:23 pmThose bronzers will be way too dark for me, but I think I need that Citrus lip gloss!
Tabs looks adorable! I love when Missy does that particular pose.
Karen says
May 3rd, 2011 at 8:53 amYes, you need Citrus!
Hmm, I wonder if Tabs and Missy have the same cat modeling coach (every runway diva needs one).
Heidi says
May 3rd, 2011 at 1:11 pmI just got back a bit ago from running some errands and Missy was sprawled out in the living room, on her back, with several of her catnip toys laying on her belly. I have NO IDEA how she accomplished this. These kitty models are talented!
Kimberly says
May 2nd, 2011 at 10:34 pmI love the glosses! You’re right, though… I wish the size was bigger for the price. You look amazing in all three colors!
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Karen says
May 3rd, 2011 at 8:53 amHi Kimberly,
Do you think you might try any of these products?
Jessi says
May 2nd, 2011 at 10:34 pmWoohoo at the big glosses! I remember the first time I bought a Bobbi Brown lipgloss I was so disappointed with the size. I’m not a huge fan of uber glittery lips, but these look nice. And I want to touch Tabs’ tummy! It looks soft. 🙂
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Karen says
May 3rd, 2011 at 8:52 amIt’s very soft, LOL! He’s very particular about grooming his tum. 🙂
gio says
May 2nd, 2011 at 11:21 pmThe bronzers are way too dark for me but I love how the glosses look on you.
Tabs is so cute!
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Karen says
May 3rd, 2011 at 8:52 amI hope you try the glosses, Gio!
Jessica says
May 3rd, 2011 at 12:16 am<3 Tabs!
Karen says
May 3rd, 2011 at 8:51 amTabs loves you back, Jessica!
Eesha says
May 3rd, 2011 at 2:02 amLoved the glosses. Bronzers are darker for me, but look great on you.
Tabs is so adorable.
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Karen says
May 3rd, 2011 at 8:50 amGlad to hear you like the glosses. Which one’s your fave?
Nina says
May 3rd, 2011 at 5:47 amaww Tabs, such a tough life for you.
the collection somehow is calling my name – mostly because i do go almost bare when its summer here. 🙂
Karen says
May 3rd, 2011 at 8:49 amIt’s hard out here for cat pimps, LOL!
I would go almost bare if I lived out your way, too. When it’s humid I don’t want to wear a lot of makeup, you know?
Nina says
May 3rd, 2011 at 1:01 pmexactly! so far, ive switched foundations and found a single eyeshadow color that i use as an all over wash. even all that might go away in a few weeks time. 🙂
Ruchita says
May 3rd, 2011 at 6:18 amI like the lip glosses. Thanks for sharing a picture of Rich Cocoa. I thought it was a bit dark from the swatch, but it looks like it could work with my skin tone.
I love seeing pictures of Tabs. My kitties like to sleep on their backs too and it’s so cute!
Karen says
May 3rd, 2011 at 8:48 amHi Ruchita,
You’re welcome. I hope the color works for you!
Aren’t kitties so funny? Do your cats ever sleep with you on the bed? Tabs rarely does it but has been really into it lately… he’s such a bed hog, too. He always plops down right where I want to be.
Ruchita says
May 3rd, 2011 at 10:01 amWe have a cat perch in the bedroom by the window and Mingus will usually sleep there – except when he likes to wake us up by playing with the blinds – usually at 5 AM! 🙂 I would like it if he slept with us, but he likes to be independent. If he does jump on the bed, it’s only for a few minutes.
Ella used to sleep with us, but lately she’s been staying downstairs. She does like to sit on my lap when I’m on the couch, which is nice. It always relaxes me to pet a purring kitty. 🙂
Kim says
May 3rd, 2011 at 6:29 amThe bronzers look really nice and natural on you. It kind of rots about the blending, though. I know I wouldn’t have the patience or skill for that! 🙂 The glosses are super pretty, too. Especially Bellini!
Karen says
May 3rd, 2011 at 8:47 amI have a feeling that you’ll loooove the glitter! 🙂
Kim says
May 4th, 2011 at 7:04 amI hear you! I was definitely dazzled by the swatches! 🙂
Chris25 says
May 3rd, 2011 at 7:56 amI wish those bronzing powders were not LE! I need them for my pro kit.
Karen says
May 3rd, 2011 at 8:47 amThey’ll be around for a few months… you have time to stock up. 🙂
Tiffany H. says
May 3rd, 2011 at 8:42 amThose bronzers would make great contour powders for us brown girls since they are matte! I may have to check them out.
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Karen says
May 3rd, 2011 at 8:47 amI hope you do! They’re great, but require a little elbow grease.
larie says
May 3rd, 2011 at 9:43 amTabs is so cute! I want to lie in the sun all day, too 🙁
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lexi says
May 3rd, 2011 at 10:25 amWhat’s the applicator tip like? I am not a fan of the mini brush tips. Also, I need a good matte bronzer – I may have to check this out.
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Mandy says
May 3rd, 2011 at 10:36 amOMG! Tabs belly looks so soft! What a charming pose, haha.
sarah says
May 3rd, 2011 at 12:28 pmhey karen! love ur tan !!! also can u suggest a good bronzer for an indian skinned girl!!! im veing trouble fidning a good balanced bronzer.
Beatrice says
May 3rd, 2011 at 1:07 pmTabs is so cute lol. and I always have issues w/ bronzers, they all end up too dark for me and look totally artificial. (curse this casper-pale skin!) It looked pretty on you though! I just wish they made ligher matte bronzers for the more gohstly girls like myself 😛 lol
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Amista says
May 3rd, 2011 at 1:14 pmIm not sure if you’re aware of this (or if you care) but this luuux.com member uses your photos alot and claims them as her own – http://www.luuux.com/health-beauty/bobbi-brown-haul-2
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Jazz says
May 3rd, 2011 at 7:08 pmOoh I want the bronzers and the citrus lipgloss
Courtney says
May 20th, 2011 at 9:14 pmI went out and got the deep chocolate bronzer. I’m so in love with it that I’m gonna get one every week until they pull the collection.
Kim Law says
July 2nd, 2011 at 7:23 pmI am a MAC NW45 girl and I am interested in the bronzers. Which of the 2 colors would you recommend? Thnks
Serena says
August 3rd, 2011 at 5:52 pmI actually LOVE the fact that she made bronzers that aren’t shimmery because it’s so HARD to find. I do love me a good shimmer but the alternative is not usually available…