Kevyn Aucoin The Creamy Glow in Isadore Review & Swatches

Last month I was contacted by Jewlzie to pick out a product from their website to review. It was quite a task because there are literally thousands of products on their site just in the makeup category alone! A few excruciating hours later, I narrowed it down to a brand I haven’t tried anything from before: Kevyn Aucoin. I chose their The Creamy Glow as my first entry product to the brand because I could really use some extra “glow” to perk up my dull winter skin. Is it a love at first swipe? Absolutely yes! In fact, I love it so much that I’ve been using it exclusively since I received it! :)

About Jewlzie

Jewlzie is a mega online store that carries a variety of beauty products including haircare, skincare, and fragrance for men and women. Their headquarters are located in New York City and they offer free shipping worldwide (excluding France, Germany, Italy, Monaco, and Turkey). The website accepts both credit cards and PayPal. I notice that their prices are a little higher than the market prices for most products but considering a huge selection of brands and free shipping to any destination on the globe, it might be worth paying a little extra especially if you’re purchasing many different brands at once. If you’re interested in shopping with them, or have questions/concerns, or simply want to learn more about the company, visit their website at Jewlzie.com.

Now, let’s get back to our today’s subject of interest! Right, The Kevyn Aucoin The Creamy Glow! :)

The Creamy Glow now comes in a square mirrored compact with a pushable pale gold bar as a release button (it used to come in round compact I believe). The exterior features a beautiful, sparkly red-to-brown gradient surface with the brand’s logo embossed in gold. There is a full-sized mirror inside as well as a clear plastic insert over the blush.

I chose Isadore — a bright pink. Yes, I know I know, another pink. Well, I didn’t know what to expect of the formula so I thought I might as well choose the color I’m most comfortable with and see myself wearing. Isadore looks scarily intense in the pan but can easily be sheered down to a wash of color on the skin. The blush is scent-free and provides a believable flush of color on the cheeks with a subtle lit-from-within glow that instantly brightens up your complexion! And it’s such a natural-looking glow, too, not one that is full of shimmer sparkles or glitter chunks!

The formula is lightweight, ultra creamy, and so pigmented! I literally only need 3 light dots on each cheek for a nice color payoff. It leaves a soft staining effect and I like that it allows me time to blend and build the intensity to what I wish without setting too fast. You can blend with fingertips but I prefer to use a stippling brush to work it in the skin for a softer finish.

The Creamy Glow leaves a non-sticky, non-greasy dewy finish on the skin. It adds a touch of radiance to the face without settling into pores or accentuating the skin’s texture. The pigment lasts all day on my combination skin. I have tried applying it different ways — on bare skin, over foundation, over setting powder — and I didn’t see much of a difference between each method. I’d always dust a thin layer of loose setting/finishing powder over it, though, to keep the color fresh and intact throughout the day.

Below is how Isadore looks on me! I hope you are able to see that subtle hint of illuminating glow on my cheeks! I didn’t use any extra highlighter/corrector/or concealer at all under my eye and upper cheek area. I simply applied Isadore over my foundation and topped it with a loose powder. I think the color looks fresh and quite flattering on me. I love! :)

I am very satisfied with the performance of Isadore and The Creamy Glow formula. My first product into the brand and I’m already looking for more! :) If pink is not your go-to color, there are some really nice coral, red, and bright fuchsia in the line-up as well. Seeing how wearable and comfortable the formula is, I might just have to grab a couple more soon!

Do you switch to cream blush in colder months? What kind of finish do you prefer your blush to be?

Purchase

Disclosure: The Kevyn Aucoin Isadore The Creamy Glow was provided by Jewlzie. I am not affiliated with the company or paid to write the review. All opinions are honest and my own.