Kat Von D Beauty – the Ultimate Product Guide
Written by Kat Von D Beauty has hit Ireland and is now exclusive to Debenhams stores, so we have put together the ultimate Kat Von D product guide just for you!
Her eponymous make-up line Kat Von D Beauty, is high-performance, cruelty-free, brand that is vegan, wherever possible, and specialises in longwear, high pigment, full coverage products. The beauty range is an evocative and unexpected makeup brand that celebrates individuality and self-expression. Here are some top picks you should definitely try out.
Face:
SHADE +LIGHT FACE CONTOUR PALETTE €46
Inspired by an artist’s palette and loaded with 6 matte shades that capture the true hues of shadow and light, the Shade+Light Contour Palette is arranged by undertone for neutral, warm and cool shades. Use deeper contour shades to add natural shadow and depth to the face, then accentuate best angles with the brighter highlight shades. These silky, buildable powders blend effortlessly into the skin with a formula so incredibly fine, it’s like brushing on powdered silk.
LOCK-IT HYDRATING PRIMER €32
A water-based, fast-absorbing formula infused with high-tech polymers which minimise the look of pores. This Lock-It Hydrating Primer has a lightweight, milky con-sistency specifically formulated so that long-wear, full-coverage foundation glides smoothly and evenly onto the skin and does not settle into fine lines. Nourishing ingredients including aloe vera, jojoba and shea which soothe and hydrate the skin, creating the balanced surface that’s needed for a flawless finish. Free of fragrances and dyes for even the most sensitive of skins. Vegan.
LOCK-IT LIQUID FOUNDATION €34.50
One little pump is all it takes to even out discoloration, stop shine and hide blemishes. Formulated with 21% pigment, this powerful potion is loaded with proprietary pigments plus an exclusive blend of siliconic elastomers and siliconic esters which bind the formula, so foundation stays fade-free and transfer- proof. Lock-It Liquid Foundation can be applied with a brush or a sponge, and it’s so long-wear, it can go a full 24 hours without touching up or re-applying. Available in 17 shades. Vegan.
LOCK-IT POWDER FOUNDATION €28.00
A 24-hour, long-wearing medium to full coverage pressed powder foundation that delivers a flawless, natural finish in a rich, yet lightweight formula. The transfer-resistant powder is completely free of Mineral Oil, Paraffin, Paraben and fragrance, and builds easily to even out the skin tone and hide imperfections, without caking or creasing. Available in 18 shades. Vegan.
LOCK-IT SETTING POWDER €28.00
A revolutionary, translucent loose powder which bakes, sets and perfects with a weightless formula that’s lighter than ever. Micro-Blurring Technology and an instant soft-matte finish lock in a flawless look. Vegan.
LOCK-IT CONCEALER CRÈME €26.00
A highly-pigmented, transfer and water resistant concealer crème that is super-creamy, blendable full coverage and true 24-hour wear. Kat Von D’s Lock-It Concealer Crème redefines multitasking; with a few smooth strokes it brightens under-eyes, covers blemishes, corrects discolouration, neutralises redness, contours and highlights. Offering one of the largest shade ranges in the market, it is available in 21 high-pigment tones including the very first pure white concealer ‘White Out’ – for all beauty junkies and artists. Infused with an ultra-moisturizing Hydra-Boost Complex™ to keep skin smooth and nourished all day long. Vegan.
Eyes:
SHADE + LIGHT EYE CONTOUR PALETTE €46.00
A perfect blend of neutral, warm and cool tones, this palette contains base, contour, highlight and define shades. Each matte powder is finely-milled and highly pigmented for maximum blendability.
SHADE + LIGHT EYE CONTOUR QUADS €29.50
Artistically curated palettes with all-matte shades, formulated in Kat’s high pigment, silky and blendable eyeshadow formula, designed to enhance eye shape and colour. Each quad includes an easy-to-follow ‘how-to’ insert – to learn how to lift, define, widen and narrow eyes in full colour, illustrated personally by Kat. Available in 4 palettes.
METAL CRUSH EYE SHADOW €20.00
Intensely pigmented and unstoppably crease-proof this is a plush, creamy eyeshadow that pushes the boundaries of long wear and high-pigment. A proprietary formula which features Color-Soaked Concentrate; the result of a technique in which pigment saturated powders undergo a unique tumbling process, that softens and smooths each particle until creamy and lustrous! A polished metal finish. Available in 10 shades.
TATTOO LINER €20.00
A true cult favourite liquid eyeliner which boasts an innovative superfine , flexible brush tip for fluid, effortless and precise application. This paraben-free, high-pigment, waterproof liner stays put for a 24 hour fade, melt, crack and run-resistant finish. Unlike traditional felt tip liners, this brush tip will not fray. Available in 2 shades. Vegan.
INK LINER €20.00
A killer line every time with this skilful felt tip liquid eyeliner. The acutely pointed felt tip is loaded with a rich saturated formula for dramatic precision, high definition lines, buildable application and waterproof 24 hour longwear. The dramatic shade range of bold hues includes stark white, raven black and everything in between. It doesn’t get more pigmented than this, liquid liner heaven! Available in 10 shades. Vegan.
IMMORTAL LASH 24 HOUR MASCARA €20.00
A 24-hour wear mascara that features a three-in-one silicone Power Spiral brush with lash-separating spiral bristles, a spiked stem that thickens from root to end and a spherical brush tip that reaches even the tiniest corners. The ultra-black formula is infused with conditioning vitamins A and E for soft, supple lashes. Unlike waterproof formulas, Immortal Lash 24-Hour Mascara will not flake, and removes effortlessly. Available in 1 shade.
LOCK-IT COLOUR CORRECTING EYE PRIMER €23.00
The first and only eyeshadow primer that primes lids by skin tone. A primer that neutralises the eyelid to give super-saturated, true eyeshadow results that last . It’s also a secret weapon in targeting discoloration and imperfections. With 16-hour wear and multi-faceted colour correcting pigments, this primer glides over the eye area to lay the necessary groundwork for locked-down, vibrant eye looks. Available in 5 shades.
Lips:
EVERLASTING LIQUID LIPSTICK €21.00
THE life-proof lipstick that will not wear off! A striking, long-lasting colour that won’t smudge or migrate. A creamy formula glides over lips like a gloss and sets to a true matte finish. Along with 24-hour wear and high-pigment shades, this nextgeneration formula is packed with natural moisturisers, including Vitamin E and Sunflower Seed Wax. For perfect resuts shake the bottle well before application and apply a single layer to inside the lip line in a smooth, even motion. Available in 26 to-die-for shades. Vegan.
STUDDED KISS LIPSTICK €21.00
The Studded Kiss army of shades is lipstick heaven on earth. Groundbreaking rebel-girl colours such as black glitter and shimmering sea-foam green sit alongside iconic starlet reds and pretty doll pinks – plus all the stunners in between. Each pigment-rich lipstick is formulated with Colour Cushion Technology, to keep lips feeling comfy and velvety soft whilst delivering bold, longlasting colour and full coverage saturation. Lips are kept supple with a powerful antioxidant complex infused with Vitamins A, C and E. Designed after Kat’s signature studded cuff, this provocative and rule-breaking lipstick is available in 39 shades. Vegan.
Brushes:
SHADE+LIGHT
If you’re a contour queen, you have to have the right tools for the job.
Custom designed by Kat for use with the Shade+Light Contour Palettes and made with plush, soft synthetic bristles, both the Shade+Light Face Contour Brush and the Shade+ Light Eye Contour Brush are made specifically for purpose. The face brush has a domed side that tapers to a point to reach all angles and corners, plus a slanted side for blending and creating the perfect gradation. The eyeshadow brush’s tapered Shade end is shaped to precisely apply shadow exactly where you want it, while the Light end blends and softens without removing pigment, the key to a naturally contoured look. Soft synthetic bristles are the perfect density and length to pick up and evenly apply the high-pigment powder eyeshadows.
LOCK-IT
Four specially designed brushes to be used in conjunction with the Lock-It collection; Lock-It Foundation, Lock-It Concealer and Lock-It Setting Powder. Kat’s Lock-It Edge Concealer Brush, with its tightly packed head, allows you to get into the corners and dot and dab concealer without wasting product. The Lock-It Edge Foundation brush is sculpted and wide, allowing for controlled dispersal and blending of product. The Lock-It Setting Powder Brush and the Lock-It Precision Powder Brush are designed for applying, highlighting and setting powder products. Fiercely designed with glossy black, stiletto-like handles and white ombre brush hairs these are serious multi-tasking tools.
All these Kat Von D Beauty brushes are vegan.
Pick up these amazing products exclusively at Debenhams. Why not pop down to Debenhams Henry street this Saturday April the 1st, where Kat Von D will be making a personal appearance in store. Check out more on DublinTown’s Twitter and Instagram and tag us with #DublinFashion.
