The beauty world is no stranger to Yves Saint Laurent Beauté’s Touche Éclat. The iconic gold pen has long been a mainstay in the makeup pouches of novices and professionals alike, imbuing a touch of radiance to the face in a quick click and swipe, so it’s no wonder one is sold somewhere in the world every 10 seconds.
We were there for every physical incarnation of the Touche Éclat, but for the very first time, the cult makeup item has assumed the form of an elegant square cushion compact with an innovative, weightless formula to shake up the game.
Meet Le Cushion, YSL Beauté’s cushion foundation that allows for customisable coverage and luminosity. It acts just like an adaptable dimmer switch, except it’s for your face. No idea how it does that? Well, YSL’s Le Cushion comes equipped with a bi-material sponge with two textured sides so you can used both to achieve your ideal finish. Simply use the smooth side of the sponge to swipe on for a natural coverage, then switch to the flocked side and tap away to adjust your radiance for a more seamless finish.
Of course, it wouldn’t bear the Touche Éclat name if it couldn’t deliver that signature illumination. Gold particles and radiant oils in the formula will treat and hydrate, while Ruscus extract and vitamin E soothes and conditions stressed complexions.
What sets Le Cushion apart is also its micro-net delivery system. It deposits the right amount of product each time you pat your cushion on it, so you never have to worry about being too heavy-handed with every application. Not to mention, it solves the issue of product leakage and evaporation.
There are only 8 shades in this lineup at the moment, so we’re hoping YSL Beauté pays heed to its consumers to address the demands of those with skin tones that fall outside of this narrow spectrum. Till then, we can’t wait to see our complexions in a whole new light with this new cushion.
Yves Saint Laurent Beauté Touche Éclat Le Cushion, $92. $58 for refill.
Available at all YSL Beauté stores and counters islandwide from October.
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