NARS So Famous Gift Set: Deep Throat Blush, Orgasm Multiple and Bettina Lip Pencil Swatches and Review

The NARS So Famous Gift Set is packed with the perfect trio to achieve a fresh and dewy look for spring: a mini Orgasm Multiple and full-size versions of Deep Throat Blush and Bettina Velvet Matte Lip Pencil. The bold and artistic packaging seen in the Holiday 2009 gift sets returns for Spring 2010 with casing that is as playful and chic on the outside as the products within. Focusing on cheeks and lips, these portable products are a must-have for any beach bag; the essentials for highlighting a clean, sun-kissed glow.


Availability: currently available exclusively at Sephora and sephora.com

Price: $44

Bettina Velvet Matte Lip Pencil

My thoughts: I bought this set during the Sephora 15% off sale because I have been missing my Deep Throat blush. I had Deep Throat before but I let it go because I felt it was too light on my skin. Now I realized it's just a perfect light peachy pink glow I can use when I don't want a blush that's too garish. I also wanted to get this set because of the mini-Orgasm Multiple (as if the O word was not kinky enough, they just had to add the word "multiple"!). I don't think I will ever be able to finish a full-size multiple, so the mini one is just perfect for me. Here are some swatches:

NARS So Famous Set Swatches and Review after the jump!

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L-R: Orgasm multiple, Bettina velvet matte lip pencil






Deep Throat



Orgasm Multiple is a good peachy/coral highlighter that you can use to accentuate your cheekbones, browbones or lips. There is a reason why it's called Multiple: you can use it for a wide variety of looks. You can apply the Multiple on your lips; it gives them a sheer translucent tint. You can also use the Multiple on the eyes, either as an eyeshadow or as a browbone highlighter. I like it best used on the cheeks, because it gives a sheer shimmer without making my skin look like a discoball - no glitter in it. The formula is also good because it gives the skin a lovely sheen with the ease in application of a cream formula, but it dries to a powder finish which is good for its staying power.

The multiple is a staple in my makeup kit that I tote around in my purse. It is very convenient because I don't need a blush brush or highlighting duo fibre brush for it - I just need the tube itself to apply and clean fingers to blend.

This was my first time to try the Bettina Velvet Matte lip pencil. I am liking it! It's like this jumbo lip crayon that operates both as a lip liner and lipstick. I also love the color - sort of deeper coral-mauve that goes well with the Orgasm Multiple and Deep Throat blush.

I usually stay away from gift sets because I'd rather buy the individual items rather than get stuck with products I don't like because I only use some items in the set. However, in this case, I am loving and using all the products in the NARS So Famous Set. If you like corals/peaches and are interested in NARS products, check out this set. It would also make a great gift to your favorite makeup enthusiast.