My trusty Kevyn Aucoin eyelash curler was on its last legs and I ran out of rubber pad replacements. It was time to get a new one, and since I was shopping at the Lancome counter I found myself with their Le Curler. I've had many eyelash curlers over the years, and while the classic Japanese one (Shu Uemura and Shiseido) were good, I discovered that the ones that worked best for my eye shape were Le Metier de Beaute and Kevyn Aucoin, the latter has been a regular repurchase item (it lasts better than the LMdB).
I was curious about the Lancome curler, mainly because I'm still kicking myself for not getting the limited edition one from Chanel last year, and some people said that the Lancome one is of similar quality (other reports have compared it to Shu Uemura, which makes sense because both companies are owned by L'Oreal). I don't know if it is, but it does feel good in the hand, with just enough springiness. However, I discovered that my eyes are far less round than I thought. You can see it in the photo below (Lancome is on the left)- the arch is very curved, and apparently can't seize the full line of my lashes and hold onto it for a successful curling. Who would have thought? While I can sort of fiddle with this curler, the ultimate result isn't as accurate and good as with a slightly flatter curler. Not to mention my chances of stabbing myself in the eye have increased.
If the Lancome curler fits your eye shape you'll probably find that it's an excellent and stable tool. The rubber pads seem to be of good quality, and the mechanism is soft yet sturdy. For me, though, it's just not a good fit, so take shape into account the next time you're hunting for an eyelash curler.
Lancome Le Curler ($23) is available at the counters, Sephora, Ulta, and from lancome.com.
It does not seem that any eyelash curler works well for me.
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ReplyDeleteI've been a loyal reader for years but this is my first time commenting. Thank you for an exquisite blog with a dark, intense mood in fragrance and beauty. I wish to ask for your advice, first of all I have combination extremely fair skin and I never wear any eye make up but only a bold lip in dark plum in both warm and cold tones. I've been using Giorgio Armani's cosmetics for years and love their texture and finish but I'm very interested in Serge Lutens, Cle De Peau and Tom Ford. First of all I'm very interested in Serge Lutens lipstick and foundation, but I'm a little hesitant towards a powder foundation. I want a natural porcelain finish, but now towards winter I have dry skin. Does it cover at all? Have you tried Tom Ford, Dolce & Gabbana, Armani or Cle De Peau foundations? I cannot stand the feeling of carrying make up, do not want a heavy feeling that makes me just want to wash my face. My loyal daily lip color is Armani Lip Maestro in 200. How does Serge Lutens compare? Which lipstick would you recommend for a matte finish with a highly pigmented formula like Lip Maestro? The Tom Ford and Serge Lutens, are they too shiny? I always use my fingers with Lip Maestro to really get a matte finish.
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Hi Gaia,
ReplyDeleteJust to let you know that the Chanel eyelash curler is still available on Chanel.com under Accessories.
I am affraid of curlers :-(
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