Guerlain would like to start the Meteorites story with a very entertaining story. According to insiders, once a client of the company, who bought a package of legendary meteorites, returned to the store a few weeks later. The essence of her tirade was that the consultant promised her an incredibly long skin radiance effect. But she ate all the balls, and her face was still dull. Not that the bike is fantastic: meteorites really have the smell of violet dragees, and, probably, there is not a single woman who did not want to lick them at least once.
Balls scented with iris roots, ground to a dust state, celebrated their 30th anniversary last year. And if the entire spring collection of Guerlain makeup products was dedicated to them, then in this article I would like to recall the brightest moments in the âlifeâ of Meteorites compact powder.
Guerlain Météorites, 1987: A Brief Summary
The product is one of the Gerlen legends along with the famous perfumery compositions Jicky, Shalimar, Nahema, Orchidee Imperiale skin care products and Terracotta bronzer. On this list of titles is not complete. Guerlain Meteorites powder, invented 30 years ago, is the cosmetic product that started the history of healthy radiance of the face and strobing. Back in 1987, nothing of the kind existed. Until now, competing manufacturers are trying to reproduce the same glow effect, thanks to which the "meteorites" became famous.
The powder flickers so gently that you can notice it only in bright light. In artificial light, the product exhibits an "internal glow" effect.
Another legend is associated with Guerlainâs Meteorites, which says that meteorites are hand-made and only 4 people own the secret of production. This is not entirely true. In fact, the machine is engaged in the formation of balls, and four specialists control the process.
It is no coincidence that meteorites of different shades are following the law of the color wheel. Pink is designed to neutralize a gray, dull complexion, light green masks redness, purple hides yellowness, golden gives freshness, and white - a pearl shine.
In honor of the 30th anniversary, the fashion house released a release where it recalled not only the history of Guerlain Meteorites powder, but also models that had ever advertised a decorative product. For example, Bianca Balti was among them, and since 2009, Natalya Vodyanova has been the âfaceâ of the brand and the legendary âmeteoritesâ.
The popularity of balls from âGuerlainâ is difficult to measure. In the world there are real beauty maniacs who chase them around the world for the sake of releases of different years. And if the constant series consists of different shades of "meteorites", then every year before Christmas and almost every spring the company presents limited versions. They differ not only in the packaging design, but also in the saturation of the shine of the balls and their color.
Permanent collection
Initially, the finest particles included tiny particles of minerals and conglomerates of pigments. Improving the production technology, the specialists of the company "Gerlen" began to mix water, talc and dyes. After the balls were sent to special pressing machines.
The ongoing Guerlain Meteorites Perles collection is now available in 4 shades.
- Blanc de Perle is produced and marketed exclusively in the Asian market, as it contains a unique whitening component.
- Clair is the lightest shade. It is created using balls of pearl, light green, pale lilac, vanilla and coral colors.
- Dore - gives the skin the color of a tan. The packaging of this shade contains balls of flesh-beige and yellow, bright pink, dark brown, lavender and pastel colors.
- Medium - beige. Obtained by mixing golden, lilac, peach, beige and yellowish "meteorites".
The product is available in special jars with the brand logo. To "meteorites" during transportation did not break or delaminate, they are "pressed" elegant puff located under the lid.
4 best meteorites in the history of Guerlain
Glittering Pearls.
As part of the Midnight Diamond collection, released in 2004, the fashion house presented a product that is radically different from the previous ones. A delicate veil with a violet aroma was replaced by glitter powder, in which the legendary balls shimmered in sand, gold, silver and garnet shades. It was from this collection that meteorites began to be used as a highlighter.
Emilio Pucci.
The summer collaboration with the fashion house Emilio Pucci, where Meteorites, packaged in a bright pink-turquoise box, became a landmark for the Guerlain brand. The design inspired the classic Emilio Pucci scarf. According to the creators, the balloons of powder in beige, white and turquoise shades perfectly complemented the color scheme of the package.
Terracotta Summer Stones.
The success of the previous collection inspired the release of a product for lovers of shimmering skin. So there were bronzing "meteorites" based on unique technology. The interaction of cold and warm tones of "balls" not only gave the face a light tan effect, but also with the help of gold microparticles illuminated it from the inside.
Blanc de Perle.
The opposite of Terracotta Summer Stones was a product presented in 2012, reminiscent of a scattering of pearls. The Blank de Pearl issue was dedicated to the 25th anniversary of meteorites. Thanks to this powder, the face acquired a cold, but noble silver-white radiance with a subtle milky undertones, perfectly emphasizing light skin.
Météorites Gold Temptations (Christmas 2007)
According to customers, this was one of the most beautiful releases. The collection plays around the theme of precious radiance: a fabulous design, golden packaging with stars and a luxurious product inside.
According to reviews, Guerlain Meteorites Perles Gold Tempation powder differs from other seasonal versions not only in its special design, but also in the size of meteorites - despite the standard total weight (33 g), they are much smaller here.
There are 5 types of balls in the package: flesh-colored, bright silver, pearl white, champagne and yellow gold. The four shades of "meteorites" contain sparkling particles, and the rest contain glitter. The powder perfectly mattifies the skin, the coating is created quite brilliant, which focuses the product on evening and holiday use.
Météorites Pearls Collection for Summer, 2010
The inspiration for the creation of this collection was the knowledge of how the light is displayed in different colors. In a luxurious metal powder box pearls are hidden, which, awakening from the touch of a brush, are mixed together to dissolve to create an impeccable tone on the face.
Based on the principle of interacting shades that neutralize and reinforce each other, Guerlain specialists created 3 color harmonies that make up for the lack of glow and meet the needs of any skin: pale, dark and tanned:
- pastel "meteorites" adjust and level the tone;
- greens reduce the excessive pinkness of a fair face;
- blue ones eliminate signs of tired skin;
- pinks give a healthy glow;
- lilacs reflect light and brighten areas shaded by the corrector.
Météorites Perles de Nuit Limited Edition
The Christmas collection of 2011 appeared brilliantly: with a touch of mystery and magic. And what name is âNight Beautyâ ... Besides the New Year, the associative series, as it turned out, is much wider: the issue was dedicated to the legendary perfume Vol de Nuit, created in 1933 by Jacques Guerlain as a sign of respect for the talent of his friend writer Antoine de Saint-Exupery .
If each Christmas collection surprised fans of âmeteoritesâ with its range of colors, unusual design or new technology, then in 2011 Guerlain introduced an exclusively classic version.
As for the balls themselves, they are perfectly selected:
- silver and gold reflect light;
- pink fix tone;
- orange and white give the same effect of "internal glow".
Météorites Perles du Dragon Limited Edition
The name "meteorites" was given in honor of the fact that Catholic Christmas happened exactly at the end of the year of the Black Dragon. In the East, he is considered a mystical animal and even a symbol of the emperor of China, he was depicted with a pearl (sandwiched in his teeth or hanging around his neck) - a source of abundance, happiness and wisdom. As you already understood, the powder from the Meteorites Perles du Dragon collection has a rich history and a slightly magical historical context.
How do dragon pearls differ from previous releases? The package has six shades:
- for correction: beige and light pink;
- highlighters: gold and white;
- light blush: brown-pink and cherry-plum.
The last two shades of balls - this is the difference between the new release, as previously none of the others had them. But the main secret of Meteorites Perles du Dragon is a deceptive effect: based on a selection of meteorite colors, everyone expects a bright pink tone, but on the skin they acquire a soft golden glow.
Light Is In The Air, 2013 Guerlain Limited Edition
The collection was released in honor of the 26th anniversary of the legendary meteorites. Unfortunately, the holiday version was created exclusively for the Asian region.
Powder Guerlain Meteorites Light Is In The Air is presented by six pearls of different shades, which together made up the perfect harmony of light and color to create a perfect shining coating.
As mentioned earlier, green and pink "meteorites" highlight the skin, orange and beige soften the natural complexion. Ivory and pale gold mini-balls create a three-dimensional contour or, in simple terms, a sculpting effect.
Météorites Happy Glow Perles 2017
Despite the high-profile event, in Russia the jubilee limited edition did not scatter like hot cakes. But the fact is that this time the fashion house âbumpedâ the price - without a discount, the minimum cost of the product was 5600 rubles. But this did not stop fans of "meteorites", and as soon as a discount for a decorative product appeared, everyone instantly began to buy the coveted powder.
Guerlain Meteorites Happy Glow are in a mother-of-pearl ball, which is hidden in a large pink box. The packaging design is hardly a masterpiece, like the 2015 Christmas edition. There are no patterns, curls and other decorations on the ball, only the name of the brand, repeated along the edge. As in the previous collection, there is a mirror on the inside of the lid, and the âmeteoritesâ themselves are pinned down with a puff.
The powder in Guerlain Meteorites Happy Glow balls differs from others in calm, light and gentle shades. They do not have brightness, they are soft, easily typed on the brush and evenly distributed over the skin. "Meteorites" applied to the face give a light matte effect. Many customers recommend using the product as a highlighter. It turns out a pink and very delicate glow.
Météorites Flocons Enchantes
At first, the Christmas limited version of 2015 surprised with a new design: instead of a standard tin box, the balls were packed in a translucent sphere decorated with golden snowflakes. Then a new surprise awaited the fans ... Light pink, peach and vanilla âmeteoritesâ were supplemented with white stars designed to give a gentle glow. I was also surprised by the shimmer, which has become much smaller than in the traditional version, but just as hard - give time to give its satin shine without extra effort.
Météorites Perles de Légende Limited Edition (Christmas 2016)
The entire collection of 2016/2017 was inspired by India with its rich culture. Therefore, the package design, executed in blue and gold tones, resembles a princess's casket.
The powder consists of 3 types of "meteorites": pink, turquoise and the smallest golden. Working together, they perfectly complement each other, giving the skin a matte, light glow and freshness.
Reviews of the Guerlain Meteorites Perles de Legende emphasized the softness of the balls and the uniform distribution of powder. As for the glow, in this issue it is quite obvious, but not as rich as in the last yearâs collection.
Rare "meteorites" that you missed
2013 Limited Edition - Perles du Paradis.
Such a summer name hides colored balls characteristic of spring - pink marble, saturated fuchsia, and purple. As a base, traditional pearl and peach shades were used. The size of the "meteorites" of this collection is larger than in a constant, which means it is much easier to tame them. The main disadvantage of Perles du Paradis, buyers called the cardboard packaging, which contains the powder.
2016 Summer Limit - Guerlain Meteorites Pearls Carousel.
Fashion house "Guerlain" rarely surprises with generosity, so the presence of a special gift brush was appreciated by many fans of "meteorites". An abundance of pink is hidden under a white lid, which depicts a traditional flower: large raspberry balls are interspersed with mother-of-pearl a little smaller. With a more active application of powder, you can use it as a blush, they look appropriate on both pale and tanned skin. The only drawback of the limit is a little shine, so it can not be used as a highlighter.
Useful Tips
The launch of the revolutionary Guerlain product, the powder in the Meteorites Perles balls, on the world cosmetic market aroused great interest, and the regularly appearing reviews only confirm that the product has an entire army of followers. In their comments, the authors note that the âmeteoritesâ of the modern collection have become a bit softer and easier to type on the brush. To avoid mistakes when applying the legendary powder, customers recommend:
- Choose a shade, focusing on the type of skin: cold or warm. Pay attention to the color of the product on the puff. About this tone will get your skin.
- Do not save jars of different collections. To select the desired shade, just collect the balls of a certain color. After applying Guerlain Meteorites Perles powder, the sparkles will partially fade, making the makeup lighter. The tool will "lie" in a dense layer, if you use a wet brush. A similar effect will help achieve a tool with a flat cut of the villi. In the latter case, you need to apply the technique of "polishing".
- Shake the jar so that the crumbled pollen contains more sparkles, and the skin receives an intense radiance.