Sunday 1 June 2014

No7 Instant Radiance Concealer - Review

Bonjour!

I've used the No7 Instant Radiance Concealer on and off for a few years. Originally only two shades were available, there now appears to be a third darker colour, however after swatching I stuck with my usual Shade II ... comes in at £13.50 but I had a No7 £3 off voucher ...

A picture of the No7 Instant Radiance Concealer II

The Instant Radiance concealer includes light reflecting particles which are meant to give the impression of having had 'a good night's sleep' (can't remember the last time I had one of those!) and is meant to reduce the appearance of dark circles and puffiness.

It comes in a click pen with a brush applicator - I use the brush to dot the product on and then blend in (I use my fingers). I've tried it on it's own but it just adds a wash of translucent colour which doesn't cover my dark circles enough and can look a little grey at times. It's quite a light, creamy fluid but layering it on too much can make it sit in my fine lines and just draw attention to the old bags! It works really well, however, when used sparingly in the inner corners of the eye area and over the top of my colour correcting concealer - adds that bit of extra brightness and radiance.  Swatched and blended below ...

A picture of the No7 Instant Radiance Concealer Shade II

I do tend to use this more often when wearing my contact lenses - ie when my eyes are more exposed to the big wide world and need that extra bit of help. It lasts a few hours on and the pen is handy to shove in my make-up bag for any touch-ups during the day (oh dear how wrong does that sound!).  All in all I do like this product for it's highlighting properties and adding a 'finishing touch'.  It's just a matter of finding how it works best for you I guess and if used correctly it does a good job of freshening up my eye area. I've read that this works in a similar way to the YSL Touche Eclat - if I ever get to compare I'll let you know!

Have you tried the No7 Instant Radiance Concealer? What's your favourite way to use it?

Jen x



11 comments:

  1. Sounds very similar to the L'Oreal Lumi Magique. Having a voucher makes this a much better price xx

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    1. That's another I keep meaning to try Sasha! Love those old vouchers! xx

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  2. This looks ideal Jen - I couldn't find the Nip and Fab one I use both times I went to Boots so will try this instead. I like something light reflecting around the old eyes! Boots seem to be stopping all my faves - no more Dr. Jarts BB either - have ordered 3 online just in case , I love it so much!! XX

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    1. Dr Jart BB seems to be in stock again Claire! Still not tried my sample that I got ages ago! xx

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  3. I guess it's like touch eclat by the sounds of it but a better price! I don't really use concealer, don't want anything sinking into those lines and making them look worse! x

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    1. I can't do without my concealer Sharron - helps me to look less zombie-like! x

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  4. I use the Lumi Magique equivalent but only on the outer corner of my eyes as I get quite dark there, it doesn't do much on proper dark circles. Glad you've found a way to make it work for you!

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    1. Proper dark circles are a real pain Gaelle! xx

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  5. I have times when I try to use concealer, and I think I like it, and others when I think it makes me look worse? I havn't tried the No 7 concealer , it sounds as if it might just be 'the one'! xx

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    1. I think it depends on how dry the eye area is, if mine isn't hydrated it's a non starter! xx

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  6. I shall keep this in mind Jenny for when my Yves Rocher one runs out! I do love No.7 products! Ax

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