The history of Meteorites from Guerlain would like to start 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-lasting effect of skin radiance. But she ate all the balls, and her face was still dull. Not that it's a fantastic story: meteorites really smell like violet dragees, and there is probably not a single woman who did not want to lick them at least once.
The balls, flavored with toffee roots, ground to a state of dust, celebrated their 30th anniversary last year. And if the entire spring collection of Guerlain decorative cosmetics was dedicated to them, then in this article I would like to recall the brightest moments in the "life" of Meteorites compact powder.
Guerlain Météorites, 1987: the essentials in a nutshell
The product is one of the legends of "Guerlain" along with the famous perfume compositions Jicky, Shalimar,Nahema, Orchidee Imperiale skin care products and Terracotta bronzer. This list of titles is not complete. Guerlain Meteorites powder, invented 30 years ago, is the cosmetic product that started the story of he althy skin radiance and strobing. Nothing like this existed back in 1987. Until now, competing manufacturers are trying to reproduce the same glow effect that made "meteorites" famous.
The powder shimmers so gently that you can only notice it in bright light. Under artificial light, the product exhibits an "inner glow" effect.
Another legend is connected with Meteorites from Guerlain, which says that "meteorites" are made by hand, and only 4 people own the secret of production. This is not entirely true. In fact, the formation of balls is done by a machine, and four specialists control the process.
It is not an accident that "meteorites" of different shades are following the law of the color wheel. Pink is designed to neutralize gray, dull complexion, light green masks redness, purple hides yellowness, gold gives freshness, and white gives a pearly glow.
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 who have ever advertised a decorative tool. For example, among them was Bianca B alti, and since 2009, the "face" of the brand and the legendary "meteorites" is Natalia Vodianova.
The popularity of Guerlain balloons is hard to measure. There are real beauty maniacs in the world who, for the sake of releases of different years, are chasing them all over the world. And if the permanent 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 design of the package, but also in the saturation of the shine of the balls and their color.
Permanent collection
Initially, the composition of the powder included the smallest particles of minerals and conglomerates of pigments. Improving the production technology, the specialists of the company "Guerlen" began to mix water, talc and dyes. After the balls were sent to special machines for pressing.
The permanent collection of Guerlain Meteorites Perles is now available in 4 shades.
- Blanc de Perle is produced and sold exclusively in the Asian market, as it contains a unique whitening ingredient.
- Clair is the lightest shade. Crafted with beads of pearl, light green, pale lilac, vanilla and coral.
- Dore - gives the skin a tan color. The package of this shade contains balls of nude and yellow, hot pink, dark brown, lavender and pastel colors.
- Medium - beige. Obtained by mixing golden, lilac, peach, beige and yellowish "meteorites".
The product is produced in special jars with the brand logo. To "meteorites" atdid not break or delaminate during transportation, they are "squeezed" by an elegant puff located under the lid.
The 4 Greatest Meteors Ever 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 violet-scented veil was replaced by glitter powder, in which the legendary balls shimmered with sand, gold, silver and garnet hues. It was from this collection that "meteorites" began to be used as a highlighter.
Emilio Pucci.
A landmark for the brand "Guerlain" was the summer collaboration with the fashion house "Emilio Pucci", where the main product was Meteorites, packed in a bright pink-turquoise box. The design is inspired by the pattern that adorns the classic Emilio Pucci scarf. According to the creators, the powder balloons 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 shimmery skin. This is how bronzing "meteorites" appeared based on a unique technology. The interaction of cold and warm tones of the "balls" not only gave the face a slight tan effect, but also illuminated it from the inside with the help of golden microparticles.
Blanc de Perle.
The opposite of Terracotta Summer Stones is a productpresented in 2012, reminiscent of a scattering of pearls. The release of Blanc de Pearl was timed to coincide with the 25th anniversary of the meteorite. This powder gave the face a cold but noble silvery-white glow with a subtle milky undertone that perfectly emphasizes fair skin.
Météorites Gold Temptations (Christmas 2007)
According to the customers, it was one of the most beautiful releases. The collection plays on the theme of precious radiance: a fabulous design, gold-colored 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 balloons in the package: nude, bright silver, pearl white, champagne and yellow gold. Four shades of "meteorite" contain sparkling particles, and the rest - glitter. The powder perfectly mattifies the skin, the coating is quite shiny, which orients the product to evening and festive use.
Météorites Pearls Collection for Summer, 2010
This collection was inspired by the knowledge of how light breaks down into different colors. Pearls are hidden in a luxurious metal powder box, which, awakening from the touch of a brush, mix with each other to dissolve to create a flawless complexion.
Based onthe principle of interacting shades that neutralize and enhance 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" correct and even tone;
- greens reduce excessive pinkness of a fair complexion;
- blue eliminates signs of tired skin;
- pink for a he althy glow;
- lilac reflects light and brightens areas shaded by the corrector.
Météorites Perles de Nuit Limited Edition
Christmas collection 2011 appeared brilliantly: with a touch of mystery and magic. And what is the name - "Beauty of the Night" … In addition to the New Year, the associative range, as it turned out, is much wider: the issue was dedicated to the legendary Vol de Nuit perfume, created in 1933 by Jacques Guerlain as a sign of respect for the talent of his friend, writer Antoine de Saint-Exupery.
While every Christmas collection surprised meteorite fans with a range of shades, unusual designs or new technology, in 2011 Guerlain presented an exceptionally classic version.
As for the balls themselves, they are perfectly matched:
- silver and gold reflect light;
- pink sets tone;
- orange and white give that same "inner glow" effect.
Météorites Perles du Dragon Limited Edition
Meteorites got their name in honor ofthat Catholic Christmas fell 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 (clamped 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 is Dragonball different from previous releases? Pack of six shades:
- for correction: beige and light pink;
- highlighters: gold and white;
- light blush: brown pink and cherry plum.
The last two shades of balloons - this is the difference of the new release, since none of the others had them before. But the main secret of Meteorites Perles du Dragon is a deceptive effect: based on the color selection of meteorites, everyone expects a bright pink tone, but on the skin they turn into a delicate golden glow.
Light Is In The Air Guerlain Limited Edition 2013
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 features six pearls in different shades that work together in perfect harmony of light and color for a flawless, radiant finish.
As mentioned earlier, green and pink "meteorites" highlight the skin, orange and beigesoften the natural tone of the face. Ivory and pale gold mini balls create a three-dimensional outline or, in simple terms, a sculpting effect.
Météorites Happy Glow Perles 2017
Despite the high-profile event, the anniversary limited edition did not sell like hot cakes in Russia. But the fact is that this time the fashion house "broken" the price - without a discount, the minimum cost of the product was 5600 rubles. But this did not stop the fans of "meteorites", and as soon as a discount appeared on the decorative product, everyone immediately began to buy the treasured powder.
Guerlain Meteorites Happy Glow are in a mother-of-pearl ball, which is hidden in a large pink box. The packaging design can hardly be called a masterpiece, like the Christmas edition of 2015. There are no patterns, curls and other decorations on the ball, only the brand name repeated along the edge. As in the previous collection, there is a mirror on the inside of the lid, and the "meteorites" themselves are pressed with a powder puff.
Guerlain Meteorites Happy Glow powder in balls differs from others in calm, light and delicate shades. They have no brightness, they are soft, easy to pick up on a brush and evenly distributed over the skin. Applied to the face, "meteorites" give a slight matte effect. Many customers recommend using the product as a highlighter. It turns out a pink and very gentle glow.
Météorites Flocons Enchantes
Christmas limited edition 2015 in the beginningsurprised 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 "meteorites" were complemented by 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 it time to effortlessly give up its satin sheen.
Météorites Perles de Légende Limited Edition (Christmas 2016)
The entire 2016/2017 collection was inspired by India with its rich culture. Therefore, the packaging design, made in blue and gold tones, resembles a princess box.
Powder consists of 3 types of "meteorites": pink, turquoise and the smallest golden ones. Working together, they complement each other perfectly, giving the skin a matte, subtle glow and freshness.
Reviews of Guerlain Meteorites Perles de Legende emphasized the softness of the balls and the even distribution of the powder. As for the glow, it's quite obvious in this release, but not as saturated as in last year's collection.
Rare "meteorites" you missed
2013 Spring Limited Edition - Perles du Paradis.
Behind such a summer name are colored balls characteristic of spring - pink marble, rich fuchsia, purple. Traditional mother-of-pearl and peach shades were used as the base. The sizeThere are more "meteorites" in this collection than in the permanent one, which means that it is much easier to tame them. The main drawback of Perles du Paradis, buyers called the cardboard packaging in which the powder is located.
2016 Summer Limited Edition - Guerlain Meteorites Pearls Carousel.
The fashion house "Guerlain" rarely surprises with its generosity, so the presence of a special gift brush was appreciated by many fans of "meteorites". Under the white cover, which depicts a traditional flower, there is an abundance of pink: large raspberry balls are interspersed with slightly smaller mother-of-pearl. With a more active application, the powder can be used as a blush, they look appropriate on both pale and tanned skin. The only drawback of the limited edition is that it lacks shine, so it cannot be used as a highlighter.
Helpful tips
The introduction of Guerlain's revolutionary product, the Meteorites Perles powder balls, to the world cosmetic market aroused great interest, and regularly appearing reviews only confirm that the product has a whole army of adherents. In their comments, the authors note that the "meteorites" of the modern collection have become a little softer and easier to pick up on the brush. To avoid mistakes when applying the legendary powder, customers recommend:
- Choose a shade based on skin type: cold or warm. Pay attention to the color of the product on the puff. Approximately this tone will acquire your skin.
- Do not accumulate jars of different collections. To pick upthe desired shade, it is enough to collect balls of a certain color. After applying the Guerlain Meteorites Perles powder, the glitter will partially fly off, making the makeup lighter. The tool will "lie down" in a dense layer if you use a wet brush. A tool with a flat cut of villi will help to achieve a similar effect. In the latter case, you need to apply the "polishing" technique.
- Shake the jar to release more glitter into the loose pollen and intensify the radiance of the skin.
