Chanel • Irreelle Blush in Utopia • Blush

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nic on 1/9/2009 1:26:00 PM more reviews by nic

Age: 36-43   Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium, Neutral   Hair: Brunette, Fine   Eyes: Blue    

ADORE this blush. I have never really thought much of blush before a friend gave me Chanel Utopia and I am now a convert. Like the other reviewers have mentioned the colour as it appears in the compact can be rather off-putting. But... once it is on it looks like a natural flush - just like glowing healthy skin. It works especially well if you haven't slept well or are fighting a cold. Makes you look healthy even if you aren't feeling 100 per cent. Two brush strokes and this powder product lasts all day/night, longer than Nars Multiple Orgasm (cream), Benefit Posy (stain), or Tarte Flush (gel). The two downsides are the price and the rumour that it is discontinued. This would be the only blush I would purchase again.

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*TOP REVIEWER* condesadepitimini on 10/1/2008 4:29:00 AM more reviews by condesadepitimini

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination, Fair, Warm   Hair: Blond, Fine   Eyes: Green    

Lovely... This a truly lovely blush.
In the pan it looks very *pink* with silver shimmer - I thought OMG this will look like a stain on my pale skin.
I was wrong! the pink is not *so* pigmented as to stain ... it blends perfectly w/ your skin.
It is buildable so with just two strokes it gives you that healthy look/natural like blush. If you need to be a bit more "made up" you can apply more and it will show.
So it's totally flexible.
I am just sorry this is discontinued, as it is a gorgeous blush.

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*TOP REVIEWER* wcw74 on 9/14/2007 12:37:00 AM more reviews by wcw74

Age: 30-35   Skin: Normal   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

Utopia is a pretty corally pink with silver shimmer that doesn't make my skin look frosty or light up like a disco ball. I usually don't have any problems with Irreelle blushes - Utopia is very pigmented and lasts well into the afternoon on my skin. I only need to swipe my blush brush over it once and I get plenty of pigment for each cheek. I really like how this color looks during the summer or over bronzer. However minus some sun and bronzer this blush turns very orangey on me. Not in a pretty color but tangerine orange. So it's not as versatile as I had hoped. But it's still a great blush, one that I'm happy to have!


For reference I'm Chanel Beige, Stila 30 watts, and GA LSF 5.5 I usually wear pinky corals, peachy pinks, or watermelon type pinks on lips to pair with Utopia. Colors like Paul & Joe Liqueur de Fraises, GA ArmaniSilk #15, Chanel Antigua, Coral Reef Glossimer, or Shu Lolishine 535.

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*TOP REVIEWER* Lenna0013 on 2/4/2006 10:06:00 AM more reviews by Lenna0013

Age: 25-29   Skin: Normal, Medium   Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Fine   Eyes: Green    

My HG blush, that I started using 2 years ago, when the shop was out of stock with Enigma (similar color, only lighter). This blush lasts for AGES (on both your cheeks and in your make-up bag), even my hairdresser told me it's the most pretty long-lasting blush she's ever seen (it doesn't go away when she washes my hair), and I suppose she saw alot of blushes lol. It's inexpensive when you see how many uses you get from it, a wonderful peachy-pink. I love it! Btw, I'm NC30, MMM, with golden blonde to brunette hair and green eyes.

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Lydeelee on 12/3/2005 11:13:00 PM more reviews by Lydeelee

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Blue    

I love this product. I've never been that into blushes but started to love some NARS blushes and I thought I had found my HG but since then the Irreelle blushes have overtaken them.

I like a really subtle blush. the kind where people tell you you are glowing or how healthy you look but don't say "that is a nice blush".

The Irreelle blushes are that for me. Utopia is a gorgeous colour peachy pink with subtle shimmer as has been described.

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celina_celina on 6/21/2005 6:09:00 PM more reviews by celina_celina

Age: 19-24   Skin: Normal   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

I absolutely love this blush! It is the prettiest color of warm pink you can imagine. I bought this because I read it was a best of blush in a magazine and I couldn't resist. It is the best of blush and can be worn year around. I already stocked up on this because I can't imagine being without it!

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dolce20 on 5/20/2005 1:35:00 PM more reviews by dolce20

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Hazel    

As all Chanel compacts are, this is a beautiful compact with a large mirror. The blush even comes with a brush -- and not one of those stiff, cheap brushes. A little soft brush -- perfect! I love this color. I don't think you could find this exact color with any other brand. This is just a beautiful and complex peachy color with a flattering golden undertone. Gorgeous.

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*TOP REVIEWER* FoXyKiTten01 on 9/4/2004 7:39:00 PM more reviews by FoXyKiTten01

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Tan   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

colouring: asain MAC NC30-35

The colour is lovely. Reminds me of NARS crazed minus the shimmer/glitter. Its absolutely fabulous. In the pan, it lookslike it has minute green glitter. It doesn't show up green when you put it on though. my only complaints are the absolutely craptacular brush and the fact that the blush in the pan looks really cheap and cakey. other than that..fabulous but SOOOOO NOT WORTH THAT EXPENSIVE PRICE TAG!!!!

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*TOP REVIEWER* mkinthecity on 7/29/2004 9:48:00 PM more reviews by mkinthecity

Age: 19-24   Skin: Sensitive, Fair, Neutral   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

It's a great color! However, the little brush is pretty aweful.

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*TOP REVIEWER* Scarlett_Canada on 6/27/2004 5:53:00 PM more reviews by Scarlett_Canada

Age: 25-29   Skin: Oily   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Blue    

So I have been majorly lemming this blush because I love my Irreele Sphinx eyeshadow so much and just had to have one of their blushes.

I chose Utopia because it's reminiscent of Salsabelle colouring (bright raspberry pink)with shimmer and because I am MMM and tanned so I find that a lot of pale blushes do not show on me.

Paid $52.00 Canadian which disgusted me, but hey we're worth it, right? Was not intrigued by any of the other shades - so I was crossing my fingers that this would be a winner.

PACKAGING: Standard Chanel black compact with velvet pouch, that includes a nice big mirror inside.
The brush included is useless and I would have MUCH rather received more PRODUCT than a brush I chuck out anyways.

The actual blush pan is about 2cm by 5cm (quite small) with quilting on the top.

COLOUR: as said above, it's a medium bright (but not scary) raspberry pink with silver micro-shimmer.

APPLIED: the best feature of this blush is how natural looking it looks applied. It doesn't scream "I bought my cheeks from the Department store", it seems to glow from within and looks like a natural "blush". Healthy and it brightens up my face.

STAYING-POWER: Lasts all day on me and hasn't budged.

I think that over-all the blush is a real luxury and I am glad that I bought it. I am undecided if I would purchase it again, because of the high price tag...but I just may (we'll see how long the pan lasts).

My main concern is that you can get a Cargo blush with twice as much product for half the price and get the same effect.

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juleslaw on 1/30/2004 3:26:00 PM more reviews by juleslaw

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Fair   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Blue    

It has AMAZING staying power... lasts all day long! It provides a pop of reddish-pink color to your cheeks once applied. Gives you a fantastic healthy, flushed look. It really doesn't have much shimmer, though, so don't purchase it if that's what you're looking for.
EDIT: Over time I've lost my love for this product. The pressed powder becomes hard over time, and creates a film on top. Anybody else have this problem? Plus, I think it's discontinued now. Will not repurchase.

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ballinbebe on 9/12/2003 12:26:00 AM more reviews by ballinbebe

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Tan, Cool   Hair: Black, Relaxed   Eyes: Black    

I have bronze skin and I like the way 30 Utopia give my cheeks a soft pink shimmer to it. It's lightweight, sheer and soft. It's nothing outstanding though, I could have spent twice as less on a product with the same effect.

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*TOP REVIEWER* meToo on 2/16/2003 6:09:00 AM more reviews by meToo

Age: 36-43   Skin: Dry   Hair: Red   Eyes: Green    

The only one of the quilted blushes that I would repurchase is Mystery. Utopia is a bright nearly coral pink color. For some reason, this one is difficult for me to apply smoothly and at $40 is simply too much for that. It is silky in how it feels but I have trouble using it well.

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Beachgirl on 1/18/2003 9:50:00 AM more reviews by Beachgirl

Age: 25-29   Skin: Oily   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Hazel    

I only used bronzer because I am tanned year round until I found this amazing blush! It works with any skin tone (including olive like me). I look like I just came from a ski trip. What a great look this gives!

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*TOP REVIEWER* candacej on 1/11/2003 6:16:00 PM more reviews by candacej

Age: 30-35   Skin: Dry, Fair   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

I already own #10 (Secret), so am a big fan of these blushes. I'm a PPP, so I was sure that Utopia - a scary bright red/pink - would be way too bright; but it goes on sheer and makes your cheeks pop with colour - like you've just been outside in cold weather. The shimmer is very subtle. I use a very light hand when applying - as with all Chanel's blushes, this one is highly pigmented.

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Glow on 1/8/2003 3:00:00 PM more reviews by Glow

Age: Unknown   Skin: Dry   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

A silky medium tropical peachy pink shade with a beautiful soft shimmer. I really love this shade, it brightens up face and is perfect for day or night. I think this can work for both warm and cool toned complexions. Comes in a glossy black case with a velvet like pouch and retails for around $40.

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*TOP REVIEWER* firesyren on 12/23/2002 11:25:00 PM more reviews by firesyren

Age: 25-29   Skin: Normal, Fair, Neutral   Hair: Brunette, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Hazel    

Perfect! I am normally a nudes/brown makeup gal, and was unsure if this shade would work when I looked at it. Utopia is a bright red-pink. However, when I used it, it provided the most natural, gorgeous "in from the cold" flush. I cannot believe how good this looks, and how it brightens my whole face. This blush is sheer, finely milled, and super silky! What a find.

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HollyE on 11/26/2002 5:04:00 PM more reviews by HollyE

Age: 25-29   Skin: Dry   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

This is one beautiful blush. In the compact, it looks like a soft red color. On the skin, it is quite sheer is a slightly pink-red. I have very pale skin, and it wasn't overwhelming at all. The shimmer is understated and doesn't look like I attacked myself with glitter. I like this with Delux Norris lipgloss, but would look good with any raspberry, berry, red, pinky or rosy lip colors. Looks like I've been skiing, but not slapped in face(like some red/berries can look). I can't wait to try Secret.

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MightyPen on 10/15/2002 3:41:00 AM more reviews by MightyPen

Age: 30-35   Skin: Oily   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

Quite simply, I *love* this product. I've never been a big blush girl. I always felt like that was the one step I could skip, although I wear it for special occasions. Anyway, I was getting a free sample of Chance and the next thing you know the MA asked me to try Utopia. It is a gorgeous, sheer pinky color. I never would have picked it out myself, but it turned out to perfectly complement my skin tone and really does add a nice, healthy glow for everyday. It's $40 but it'll last awhile and I'm getting lots of compliments.

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