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| Illamasqua Powdered Metal: Ether |
The powder is available in three different shades, Thalia (Golden tan shimmer), Bebhionn (soft pink shimmer), and Ether (pale gold shimmer). I received Ether in my box and I'd say Illamasqua's colour description is a pretty accurate one.
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| Illamasqua Powdered Metal: Ether |
Powdered metal is actually the first product I've tried from the brand and I have to say, I'm really impressed with the quality of the product. The powder is very finely milled, feels incredibly soft and applies beautifully. A light application of Ether leaves a pretty, glowy finish on skin and applied with a damp brush, creates more of an intense metallic finish which is shimmery but not glittery. I've mainly used it as a highlighting powder on cheeks and normally apply with a soft, fluffy brush which leaves skin with a hint of golden sheen.
The result is pretty, but a little bit too shimmery for my taste. I prefer natural make-up and like my highlighting products to add more of a pearly, subtle glow rather than a shimmery finish. I've also found that Ether seems to be a bit too yellow on my skin too, which kind of adds to the unnatural finish.
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| Ether Swatches: L - Outdoor R - Indoor with flash |
I was a little bit disappointed that I couldn't get the powder to work as a highlighter for my face, but I have found another use for it. I've been mixing a small amount with body cream and applying it to arms and legs. Mixing with a lotion seems to take the shimmer down and the cream/powder mix leaves skin with a lovely, delicate, golden sheen.
I doubt I'll be repurchasing when the powder runs out because the finish just isn't natural enough for me. If you like shimmery highlighters or you're after a gold, metallic powder, it might be worth giving Ether a try.
