YSL Couture Kajal 3-In-1 Khol, Eyeliner & Eyeshadow (win them) YSL Beaute’s Couture Kajal definitely makes the top 10 list of most innovative beauty products of Fall 2015. It’s the first time I’ve seen a Khol, eyeliner and eyeshadow in one product – perfect for achieving the neo-grunge look from the catwalks. This kajal crayon allows you to create that dark yet ultra-feminine style.
You can use Couture Kajal three ways. As a precision eyeliner, you can design a strong graphic look. As a khol, you can duplicate what I call the “Bollywood Khol” look from the runways of Paris and Milan. And as an eyeshadow, you can quickly create a smoky eye for evening. Better yet, the crayon is self-sharpening so you don’t need to look for a sharpener every second week. Just apply with the side to keep the point sharp.
“Intensify your eye look by prepping your eyelids for shadow by substituting your usual eye primer with Couture Kajal,” says Lloyd Simmonds, YSL Beaute’s Creative Director of Makeup. “Normal eye bases are generally a neutral shade, providing a slightly wet surface to allow the eye shadow on top to adhere better and therefore last longer. If you use your Couture Kajal instead of the eye base, not only are you preparing it for the eyeshadow on top, but you’ll be adding depth and mystery thanks to its intense dark, deep colours. It’s perfect for a smoky eye look.”
Lloyd says the best way to make a smoky eye look modern is to go for a bold look for the eyes, but play down the finish of your skin, keeping your complexion minimal and going light with your foundation or contouring.
There are four shades to choose from:
No. 1 Noir Ardent: a timeless black shade
No. 2 Bleu Cobalt: subtle navy provides depth and shade.
No. 3 Bleu Petrole: an accent of petrol blue gives a sophisticated compliment to black.
No. 4 Vert Anglais: an opalescent sheen of black infused with deep green.
The giveaway: I gave away a set of YSL Couture Kajal to one lucky reader. I asked readers to tell me their thoughts in a blog post comment below on this new product. Is it something they’d try? I drew one name at random on September 30th from all those who commented. Congrats to Hlelile from South Africa. We drew your name!
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Betty B
September 23, 2015 at 7:13 amYes, I’d like to try either the Petrol Blue and the Vert Anglais.
michelle in belfast
September 23, 2015 at 7:13 amomg @ the cobalt and the green! i’ve been wanting to up my eyeliner game…
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Gayle
September 23, 2015 at 7:13 amWould love to try this especialky the No. 2 Bleu Cobalt ? @Upsetminded
Laura
September 23, 2015 at 7:12 amWould love to try these, they look so sophisticated and the colours are great. @Laura_Riche
Karin Hoffman
September 23, 2015 at 7:12 amIt’s perfect I want it soooooo bad… If ever I win one of your giveaways this I have to have. The colors are perfect. I love that it has a sharp edge I’ve been trying for a long time to create that cat eye liner look. I know with this it would be a breeze. Good luck to all.
Karin Hoffman
September 23, 2015 at 7:39 amI was soooooooo excited I didn’t put my twitter handle. @lil_miss_wolfy
Alys James
September 23, 2015 at 7:11 amI would love to try No. 4 Vert Anglais! Hope I win as I could never afford these! 🙂 @lil_alys
donna
September 23, 2015 at 7:10 amI would love to try this! Vert Anglais in particular !
Bernadette
September 23, 2015 at 7:10 amWould love to try. This would make such a dramatic look – hot hot hot!!
Nishtha
September 23, 2015 at 7:08 amThis is so cool…love it ??
Debbie Bashford
September 23, 2015 at 7:08 amwould love to try! I think a felt tip would be so much easier than a brush for applying it @skeetersden
Marcy
September 23, 2015 at 7:06 am@marcyitsme always looking for the perfect eyeliner. Maybe this is it!
ali thorpe
September 23, 2015 at 7:05 amThese look fantastic! I would love to try these for a dramatic look.
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Grieta
September 23, 2015 at 7:05 amLove the shades of blue!!
I would definitely loved to try the product!
Elise
September 23, 2015 at 7:03 amI would love to try this. i love the sleek packaging
Maria
September 23, 2015 at 7:03 amLoving the look of this! And the colours too! Striking and chic!@sherree75
Jennifer H
September 23, 2015 at 6:57 amI would definitely try these as I’m still looking for a great eyeliner that’s easy to apply!
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MARIA
September 23, 2015 at 6:55 amI love to try it. @kentrotamaria
Georgia greenshields
September 23, 2015 at 6:55 amGreat new product! Would love to try!! 🙂 @Ggreenshield *
misty Deibel
September 23, 2015 at 6:55 amI would love top try Bleu Cobalt in the
3-1 product. What A Fab idea . Love YSL items this just makes sense.
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Swathi
September 23, 2015 at 6:54 amI would love to try something like this. I’m someone who’s always been afraid to try blue or green as an eyeliner. Might be able to try it when it’s just infused in and so easy to use.
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Georgia greenshields
September 23, 2015 at 6:52 amgreat new product! Would love to try 🙂 @Ggreenshields
Stephanie
September 23, 2015 at 6:52 amAs a busy mum I’m always looking for products to speed up m routines, & who doesn’t want something that’s self sharpening?? God send!
Been thinking of mixing up my colours a bit, I tend to play safe with classic black. After seeing the blue trend on the catwalks these eyeliner & eye-shadow would be utterly perfect! @stephy808
Myriam Forstel
September 23, 2015 at 6:52 amI d try it, it looks great!
Myriam Forstel
September 23, 2015 at 6:51 amI d try it for sure, ut looks great!
Bianca
September 23, 2015 at 6:50 amWould love to try this in different colors! Also, creating new looks with this would be grand.
@biancattack