Monday, December 1, 2008

Makeup that Makes (Perfect) Sense

Assembling the ideal makeup palette for one’s own skin tone, eye color, and personality is vexing enough . (Perhaps that’s why those smartly-smocked faux cosmetic scientists prowling the aisles of department stores are so effective in persuading/commanding us to let them experiment on us.) Throw in the qualifier of using only makeup that’s proven organic, natural, and pore-friendly, and suddenly the challenge of being properly made up for a day’s socializing reaches the level of quantum mechanics. Hope, however, is not lost. Thanks to the forward-thinking of Kate of Luire Mineral Cosmetics, it’s no pipe dream to imagine dipping one’s fingers into a makeup that’s mineral-based, meaning it’s actually therapeutic for the skin, while at the same time enjoying the confidence that comes from choosing a truly stylish and cleverly formulated product.

Engineered by a Missouri-based cosmetic craftmatician (not a real word), Luire is firstly well-marketed, distinguishing its bold yet complex eye colors with a-luire-ing names such as Shrinking Violet and Wishful Thinking, and appealing to our senses with fluidly poetic descriptions of each product. Secondly, however, and more importantly, these lovely little pockets of makeup magic are energized with hues that work to bring out the best in all of us. Whether your personality is Belly Dancer or Slow Burn, Fool’s Gold or Midori (my personal favorite), chances are you’ll find at least one tone that’s quintessentially you in this beautiful and unpretentious collection. You'll all be excited to enter this giveaway! Luire is kindgly giving away Four 5g jars of Peony Petal, Silver Sea, Under the Bridge and Lilypad, plus a full-size tube of Garden Party Gloss, all giftwrapped in a pretty silk bag. (A $25 value.) To qualify, visit Luire Mineral Cosmetics, then come back here to tell us about your favorite product. Tell us in a second post if you happen to subscribe to Wishing Willow, since our subscribers receive an extra entry in the contest. To post without a Google account, just click “anonymous.” Be sure to also leave your email address. The winner will be chosen randomly. Contest ends 12/10/08.

**We have a winner. Congrats janetfaye!**

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windycindy said...

Hello! I love the "All Natural Lip Gloss in Garden Party!" Please enter me in your drawing. Thanks, Cindi
jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com

windycindy said...

I am a subscriber! Thanks, Cindi
jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com

Unknown said...

I like the Luire All-Natural Lip Gloss 02 Bohemienne

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mrs.mommyy said...

Luire Signature Eye Color 06 Belly Dancer 5g Jar looks nice mrs.mommyyatgmaildotcom

JoEllen said...

I absolutely LOVE makeup! I love the Silver and Shrinking Violet eye color and just about everything else =)

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JoEllen said...

I subscribe...

joellenzafacon at gmail dot com

Caitlin said...

Hmm.. methinks I may have to get a sample. Sweetness!!
My favorite I think (or at least what I would wear most if I had some :P) is Lady Godiva. ...
But I really loved Fool's Gold, Belly dancer, and champagne, too.

Caitlin said...

and I'm a subscriber!

deb126 said...

WOW so many great things, I would love to try Silver and Shrinking Violet eye color, Thanks for the great giveaway

Keyo said...

Luire Signature Eye Color 01 Shrinking Violet 5g Jar is SUPER COOL!

thanks

Keyo said...

i am also your subscriber

Anonymous said...

Vampire Lover rocks ! Luv it !!!

Best from Paris,
x x x
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Anonymous said...

I do suscribe ! yay !

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Anonymous said...

I think the "Nocturne" lipgloss looks really neat!

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Anonymous said...

And I subscribe.

butterflyrouge(at)yahoo(dot)com

Unknown said...

Champagne Toast Eye Color is a really nice color! Thanks for entering me.

Unknown said...

I'm an email subscriber

Alli said...

I think the Bordello is very pretty.

rrshep said...

I love the Luire All Natural Lip Color.

rrshep said...

Yes, I'm a subscriber.

HilLesha O'Nan said...

Luire Signature Eye Color 03 Midori 5g Jar, because I love green eyeshadow and this particular shade of green is so vibrant!

lilacbutterfly[at] earthlink.net

Jennifer said...

I like the Luire All-Natural Lip Gloss 05 Nocturne.

knittingmomof3 (AT) gmail (DOT) com

Jennifer said...

I am indeed a subscriber. :)

knittingmomof3 (AT) gmail (DOT) com

Minxy Mimi said...

I am, a lip gloss girl, I would like this: Luire All-Natural Lip Gloss 05 Nocturne
mimibunny31@gmail.com

Minxy Mimi said...

I am a subscriber!
mimibunny31@gmail.com

Deanna said...

I love the Luire Signature Eye Color 05 Bordello, gorgeous!

Aisling said...

Oh, I like the Fool's Gold eye color.

Aisling said...

I'm a subscriber.

Annie1 said...

Omgosh, I love these bold, bright colours! I used to wear red shadow and everyone thought I was a ding dong! lol

My favourite product is the "Luire Signature Eye Color 08 Champagne Toast"! What a gorgeous colour!

Thanks

nancyrobster@gmail.com

Annie1 said...

I'm a subscriber!

Thankyou!

nancyrobster@gmail.com

Jenna said...

I would love to try the Silver and Shrinking Violet eye color. Looks awesome! Thanks!

Unknown said...

Luire All-Natural Lip Gloss 01 Garden Party looks great ! thnx for the opp !

teddi said...

Definitely the Luire eye color in 007, the peacock color. Gorgeous.

I'm a subscriber.

Andrea Hatfield said...

I would LOVE to try the eye color in Belly Dancer. Thanks for the great review and introducing me to this shop!

Andrea Hatfield said...

I am a subscriber.

Anonymous said...

The silver sea and shrinking violet eye colors are beautiful!!

kerriwolfe at hotmail dot com

Carolyn Sharkas said...

I couldn't make up my mind on the eye shadows so I went with the Luire All-Natural Lip Gloss 05 Nocturne. I love the color of this one.

thanks for sharing

ceashark at aol dot com

carolyn s

Carolyn Sharkas said...

I am a subscriber.

thanks for sharing

ceashark at aol dot com

carolyn s

SeptemberLovely said...

I am love love LOVING the Luire Signature Eye Color 05 Bordello 5g Jar. That is one sexy color!

SeptemberLovely said...

Subscriber here!

Unknown said...

Fabulous products, how can i choose just one:

Luire Signature Eye Color 15 Lady Godiva

looks amazing. Thanks for the contest.

Unknown said...

I am a subscriber :)

cathyhall said...

Loving the Signature Eye Color 05 Bordello 5g Jar and the great neames they all have.

cathyhall said...

I am a subscriber, thank you.

Anonymous said...

The Wishful Thinking eye color is gorgeous! Thanks!

shevilkenevil1 at aol dot com

Unknown said...

I love the Luire Signature Eye Color 07 Wishful Thinking 5g Jar! It is SUCH an awesome color.

Unknown said...

I'm a subscriber too! =)

Jenn S. said...

My favorite is the Luire Signature Eye Color 15 Lady Godiva.

Jenn S. said...

I am a subscriber.

Christina said...

Christina - xristya@rock.com - My favorite is the Luke All Natural Lip Gloss 02 Bohemienne!

Christina said...

Christina - xristya@rock.com - For an extra entry, I am also a very proud subscriber to Wishing Willow!

Anonymous said...

Ooooh, Slow Burn shadow is steamy. Thanks for the contest.

Anonymous said...

I subscribe! Thank you.

StinaWins said...

My favorite is the Luire Signature Eye Color 02 Fool's Gold 5g Jar!

getpalmd said...

Luire All-Natural Lip Gloss 01 Garden Party :-)

Bunny B said...

My fave is the Luire Signature Eye Color 07 Wishful Thinking 5g Jar! Great color! Thanks!

bunnybx at gmail . com

Bunny B said...

Subscriber!
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Anonymous said...

My wife loves the Luire All-Natural Lip Gloss 02 Bohemienne.

cltgrace said...

My favorite eye colors are Bordello & Belly Dancer. Thanks for hosting!

cltgrace said...

I'm a subscriber. Thanks!

Belinda said...

I love the Shrinking Violet.
Thanks!
1bmore @ gmail . com

maggie said...

I like the Lip Gloss 02 Bohemienne and the Shrinking violet eye color.

maggie said...

I'm a subscriber.

trishden said...

The Luire Signature Eye Color 01 Shrinking Violet caught my eye.

trishden said...

I've subscribed, thanks!

Anonymous said...

The slow burn eye color is fabulous!
Thanks for having the giveaway!

Corey
jcwaters2002@yahoo.com

Anonymous said...

Hi! I love mineral makeup, and these colors are gorgeous. I saw several brown and neutral shades I'd love. Prices are great too! $6.75 is definitely doable for me. I'm bookmarking them.
themommyspot at gmail dot com

Anonymous said...

And I'm a subscriber too!

themommyspot at gmail dot com

Deb Anderson said...

Oooh I like the Champagne Toast eyeshadow. Would love to try these products!!

Deb Anderson said...

I'm a subscriber! :)

Anonymous said...

I love the slow burn eyeshadow.

Anonymous said...

I'm also a subscriber!!!..

Unknown said...

I like the Luire All-Natural Lip Gloss 02 Bohemienne.

rebbi511 at peoplepc.com

Unknown said...

I subscribe.

rebbi511 at peoplepc.com

reb

Anonymous said...

I think this make up looks really cool. Black Eyeshadow?!?Love it... want to try it,my favorite is the Luire Signature Eye Color 10 Vampire Lover :)

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Anonymous said...

I am a Wishing Willow Subscriber:)

cyclona66@aol.com

Anonymous said...

I have green eyes, I love bright colors like wishful thinking and midori.

amysmeltzer21521@yahoo.com

raych said...

I love the lip gloss in Nocturne. Such a pretty color!

brandyk said...

the lipgloss in nocturne is really really pretty!

phxbne said...

I like the "Nocturne" lipgloss

Liz D said...

Love the Bohemienne lip gloss. Thanks!

lizdehart at yahoo dot com

37 Questions said...

I like the lip gloss in Bohemienne.

37 Questions said...

I'm a subscriber

redron said...

this would be for one of my duaghters

Tina12312 said...

I love the Champagne Toast Eye Color. Thank you!

Anonymous said...

Love the peacock eyeshadow.

delilahhhhh@msn.com

Anonymous said...

These colors are great for the winter!
Brenda Macha
jejoly@gt.rr.com

Fangirl Jen said...

I love the beautiful colors.

Anonymous said...

These colors are so vibrant!
Brenda Macha
jejoly@gt.rr.com

llinda29 said...

Luire All Natural Lip Color is my choice

Shelley K. said...

Luire Signature Eye Color 01 Shrinking Violet 5g Jar is my favorite.

Thanks for the giveaway.

tskrush (at) cox (dot) net

Shelley K. said...

I am a subscriber :)

tskrush (at) cox (dot) net

Becca Ann said...

What awesome colors! I love the Luire Signature Eye Color 07 Wishful Thinking

fyjules said...

I love the 02 Fool's Gold. Great colors.

julis55 said...

Luire Signature Eye Color 01 Shrinking Violet 5g Jar

beartifix said...

Garden Party lip gloss is my kind of gloss. Thanks for the giveaway!

beartifix said...

I am also a subscriber.

Laura said...

I switched to using mineral makeup this past summer, and I can't believe how much my skin has improved! I think my favorite product is the Silver Sea eyeshadow. Thanks for the drawing!

mogrill said...

The Eye Color in the color BELLY DANCER is my favorite thing!!! Id love to try it.

judybrittle said...

I really like the Luire Signature Eye Color 01 Shrinking Violet. Thats
a really pretty color.

judybrittle said...

I'm a subscriber.

Anonymous said...

i like the luire eyeshadow color in 11 lilypad.

fertawert AT yahoo DOT com

Anonymous said...

I love the Luire Signature Eye Color 03 Midori 5g Jar. That is a really vibrant color.

scarey_karma@yahoo.com

Anonymous said...

I have also subscribed to your blog. Thanks for this fun giveaway.

scarey_karma@yahoo.com

Anonymous said...

My favorite is the Luire Signature Eye Color 06 Belly Dancer 5g Jar.
-Terra
partymix25(at)hotmail(dot)com

Unknown said...

I loce the tint of the Luire All-Natural Lip Gloss 02 Bohemienne. Thanks for the chance to win such a nice giveaway!

Jen lleras said...

I want the vampire lover, awesome!!!

jennifer.lleras@gmail.com

Heather said...

The eye colour Luire Signature Eye Color 07 Wishful Thinking 5g Jar is GREAT! I gasped when I saw it. It is so vibrant and beautiful.

My fingers are crossed to win...

idahomom said...

I would love Luire All Natural Lip Color.

Iowa_Mommy said...

The Lilypad color deep green looks fantastic on hazel eyes. I have a very similar shade here at home and I love it!

herkygirl97[at]hotmail.com

Anonymous said...

03 Midori is a beautiful green, much like what I've been looking for.

Shauna said...

Im a subscriber!!!

Shauna said...

I love the Eye Color 07 Wishful Thinking it matches a couple sweaters I have!


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miller lawn service said...

I like the All-Natural Lip Gloss in Garden Party

agordon10 said...

I'd try the Silver and Shrinking Violet eye color

MaggieM said...

The Luire Signature Eye Color in #01-Shrinking Violet and #15-Lady Godiva are my favorites.

maggie@mannwieler.com

MaggieM said...

I'm a subscriber by email :)

maggie@mannwieler.com

Ascending Butterfly said...

Luire Signature Eye Color 08 Champagne Toast 5g Jar - - this is such a hard to find color in the right shade for my skin tone, and this one fits the bill to a tee, happy holidays!

kerri69 said...

I like the eyecolor 10 vampire lover

kerri69 said...

iam a current subscriber

Meaghan F. said...

Luire Signature Eye Color 05 Bordello 5g Jar is really neat!

Anonymous said...

Luire Signature Eye Color 01 Shrinking Violet

Emily said...

The eye shadow in "Wishful Thinking" is so striking and beautiful!

ecibelli(at)wellesley(dot)edu

Jeff and Mandee said...

I love the Luire Signature Eye Color 05 Bordello. Pretty colors!

mandee220(at)aol(dot)com

Catherine said...

The Nocturne lipgloss looks great!

catherineh_78@yahoo.com

Auroras_Garden said...

I love the color called Midori. I think that would look so great on brown eyes, and would really bring out the green in green eyes too!

auroras_garden@insightbb.com

SarahKelley said...

The nocturne lipgloss!
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=16762197

Anonymous said...

I love the Luire All-Natural Lip Gloss 01 Garden Party. thanks. angel_2417@yahoo.com

Anonymous said...

subscriber

Monique said...

I love the garden party lip gloss and the Vampire lover eye color.
famousfam5@yahoo.com

Anonymous said...

Such beautiful colors! I like the Bohemienne lip gloss.
enchanted_wart(at)yahoo(dot)com

Anonymous said...

I am a subscriber.
enchanted_wart(at)yahoo(dot)com

Ginger said...

Hi, I love these new powdered colors!! Lilypad and Bordello look awesome.

greeneginger@rock.com

Sena said...

I love the Luire Signature Eye Color 07 Wishful Thinking. It's such a gorgeous color. Thank you.

sena.sagani[at]gmail[dot]com

Sena said...

I subscribe!
sena.sagani[at]gmail[dot]com

Anonymous said...

Luire Eye color in Bordello looks fab

Angie said...

Green is my favorite color so I LOVE the Luire Signature Eye Color 11 Lilypad 5g Jar!

ravenwins @ comporium.net

tracey73110 said...

i like alto of them but i pick the fools gold. thank you and merry christmas. miketra@sbcglobal.net

Annmarie Weeks said...

I love the Luire Signature Eye Color in Shrinking Violet. Great color!

Anonymous said...

The Luire All-Natural Lip Gloss 04 Beyond the Sea looks beautiful!
hollyollyberry[at]yahoo[dot]com

dhunt said...

WOW so many great things, I would love to try Silver and Shrinking Violet eye color, Thanks for the great giveaway

Anonymous said...

I love the eye color in Wishful Thinking!

hebert024 at aol dot com

Anonymous said...

I love the Bordello & Belly Dancer eye colors

ashlomb at yahoo dot com

Ginny said...

I love Luire Signature Eye Color 14 Gear

Ginny said...

Subscriber

Anonymous said...

The light brown & iridescent coloring of Belly Dancer is lovely.
Just a subtle touch of color, perfect for me.


jeremiah_bullfrog@hotmail.com

Leah said...

I love the Luire All-Natural Lip Gloss 02 Bohemienne. Gorgeous color!

Thanks so much for this fabulous give~away! : )))

leahita[at]gmail[dot]com

Leah said...

You'll love that I'm a subscriber.

leahita[at]gmail[dot]com

Anonymous said...

ooh, you've found my weakness. My fave is the Barely there lip and eye collection.

Thanks for this chance.
rachees@yahoo.com

Anonymous said...

My fis the Garden Party Lip gloss. Nice sheer shade!

Swishergpt at gmail dot com

Sharon said...

Luire Signature Eye Color 05 Bordello 5g Jar for sure is my favorite. THANKS for entry!

Sharon said...

am subscribed. Thanks again!

janetfaye said...

I like Luire Signature Eye Color 04 Silver Sea 5g Jar.

janetfaye (at) gmail (dot) com

Anonymous said...

the Luire All-Natural Lip Gloss 05 Nocturne is my fave!

texan_michael(AT)yahoo(DOT)com

Anonymous said...

My favorite product at Luire Mineral Cosmetics is Luire Signature Eye Color 15 Lady Godiva :) *Thanks* for the giveaway!

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Anonymous said...

I subscribe to your feed in Bloglines :)

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KaiLei designs said...

I like nocturne lipgloss. very pretty

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KaiLei designs said...

I am email subscribed minilegs75@yahoo.com

Claire said...

Gear is such a unique color.

rosannepm said...

I like the Champagne toast eye shadow
rosans4@comcast.net

rosannepm said...

I'm a subscriber
rosans4@comcast.net

msrodeobrat said...

Luire Signature Eye Color 15 Lady Godiva is my favorite, totally my color

Unknown said...

I love the "Luire Signature Eye Color 14 Gear" color. It reminds of the color of an ancient brass bed my parents had when I was growing up.
boldnessbe(at)gmail(dot)com

Unknown said...

I'm subscribed.

boldnessbe(at)gmail(dot)com

Suanne said...

Champagne Toast! I love gold eyeshadow. :)

Anonymous said...

The "silver sea" eye color is totally me!
kathemc(at)gmail(dot)com

Anonymous said...

I just subscribed!
kathemc(at)gmail(dot)com

Anonymous said...

The all natural lip gloss!

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=16324783

:)

kjams1213@yahoo.com

MaggieM said...

I would LOVE to try out The Barely There Eye & Lip Collection. The description of the products sounds like me :)

maggie@mannwieler.com

MaggieM said...

I'm a subscriber!

maggie@mannwieler.com

luckichicka said...

I am a makeup junkie. I loved this site. I would like to try The Signature Eye Color in Peony Petal. Very pretty color. Thanks!!

Anonymous said...

I like the all natural lip gloss in Garden Party! Thanks senekers@comcast.net

carahkristel said...

I think "Slow Burn" eye color is hot, hot, hot.

carahkristel@gmail.com

Anonymous said...

My favorite product is definitely the Luire Signature Eye Color 07 Wishful Thinking. It's just such a great shade!! Thanks so much for the great contest and I'm crossing my fingers that I win!!

MoonDream00@hotmail.com

Unknown said...

I really like the Luire Signature Eye Color 07 Wishful Thinking 5g Jar!

imanoptimisticbeauty(at)yahoo(dot)ca

Unknown said...

I really like the Luire Signature Eye Color 07 Wishful Thinking 5g Jar!

imanoptimisticbeauty(at)yahoo(dot)ca

Becky said...

I like the Luire All-Natural Lip Gloss 03 Naked Ambition.

Christine said...

I like Belly Dancer eye shadow.

Jess said...

The Fool's Gold eye color is definitely my fave.

lucy said...

signature eye color in lady godiva! i've been looking for a nice brown shadow for a while now!

Unknown said...

Luire Signature Eye Color 07 Wishful Thinking 5g Jar looks just gorgeous.

Kobi said...

subscribed

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Kobi said...

BARELY THERE Eye and Lip Collection is great! Takes the wonder of chosing what colors goes with what.

Anonymous said...

I like the BARELY THERE Eye and Lip Collection.

Thanks!

Dee

mhgatti (at) yahoo (dot) com

cdrury said...

cdrury@gmail.com
Champagne Toast Eye Color sounds great

cdrury said...

i subscribe too
cdrury@gmail.com

Anonymous said...

Luire Signature Eye Color 03 Midori 5g Jar is a great color for brown or green eyes! Thanks for the contest!

Trish said...

I love the "Monet Face" collection!

Trish said...

I am a subscriber!

Anonymous said...

I love the lip gloss in Nocturne. Thanks for the chance to win.
erma.hurtt@sbcglobal.net

LtUrSpirit said...

Lip gloss in garden party

GothBarbie said...

Wishful Thinking looks like a stunning color!

Great shop!

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Anonymous said...

The Luire All-Natural Lip Gloss 04 Beyond the Sea (Great Barrier Reef Conservation) looks great!!

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Anonymous said...

I'm a subscriber.

annemarie562000(at)yahoo(dot)com

djolsen said...

cismeI don't knoe this product so I would like to try the Barely There eye and lip collection. looks so good!

Jinxy and Me said...

The Luire All Natural Lip Color looks great!

Jinxy and Me said...

I'm also subscribed to your feed in my Google reader!

Unknown said...

I love the Luire All-Natural Lip Gloss 01 Garden Party. Thanks for the giveaway!

Unknown said...

I subscribe.

Aleda said...

The Bohemienne lip gloss looks marvelous!

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