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Created in collaboration with the Tokyo-based jewelry brand AMBUSH, the new
Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection has got to be one of the most visually captivating makeup lines in the past few years. With each item bearing a bold and shiny gold chrome finish, the limited edition range is ultra-cool and collection-worthy. To see some swatches and read my review, click......
![Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Custom Quad Palette & Glow Creator: Review and Swatches Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Custom Quad Palette & Glow Creator: Review and Swatches](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgch2tWIhtjBuC65-1hbRllfWFj-9MhheYoN1Z-NogI5tkK9wXEgFY6DESb1c13bgpaGqJevWktRDmWZSJR0uDMEWcDYN3_ACO_cwNYb_5nrNa3hqswQk7GXp8BusPCQaat_5Lwc0nllsk/s1600/shu-uemura-ambush-collection-review-swatches-custom-quad-palette-stage-performer-glow-creator.jpg) |
Shu Uemura x AMBUSH | Custom Quad Palette (Left) & Glow Creator (Right) |
Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Custom Quad Palette ($17 CAD):
Decked out in a shiny shimmery golden finish and a light blue plaque-shaped AMBUSH x Shu Uemura logo, the Custom Quad Palette can hold up to four of Shu Uemura's shadow refills. In my palette I have the Glow On Blush Refill in "Ambushed" ($19 CAD) and the Pressed Eye Shadow Refill ($19 CAD) in "VVV" and "AMB Nomad".
![Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Custom Quad Palette: Review and Swatches Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Custom Quad Palette: Review and Swatches](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEysFWNDsaGt2BvGJqgFbFDG9Nfb6glCNVb4-_xR4mEtb7owF4cSjtneMCdbKsfSN_8yLY5STX_pqq19lxQvICtNNQxdYD7qKqJkhhVu7_llMw4zSyh56jLCQfXd0qFTOlfAwDVE5t5YU/s1600/shu-uemura-ambush-collection-review-swatches-glow-on-blush-ambushed-eyeshadow-vvv-amb-nomad.jpg) |
Shu Uemura x AMBUSH | Glow On Blush Refill in "Ambushed"
& Pressed Eye Shadow Refill in "VVV" & "AMB Nomad" |
Although "Ambushed" is labeled as a blush, the soft light tan is more like a natural bronzer. The finish is matte and the pigmentation is on the sheerer side. The formulation is also a tad dry and patchy. "VVV" is an iridescent pearl shimmer with just a hint of pink. The formulation is pretty sheer so it works better as a highlighting shade. "AMB Nomad" is a golden bronze shimmer. The formulation is buttery and nicely pigmented.
Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Stage Performer Glow Creator in "Warm Glow N" ($45 CAD):
A multi-purpose moisturizer, highlighter, and primer, the Glow Creator has a lightweight liquid-cream formulation that's surprisingly shimmery and sparkly. "
Warm Glow N" is a light beige champagne that works nicely as a cream highlighter. The product doesn't contain any chunky glitters but I wouldn't recommend using this as a primer. The product blends nicely and it sets to a dry-touch finish.
![Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Glow Creator: Review and Swatches Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Glow Creator: Review and Swatches](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQzAJaKQW6d-yyTa0F6hbt-BLBVvM586MJLdPxhmXPsPVBhlHNbYHgsoVtR_rxn5C7MFXEccCVK2Jb9ZdmIBmqgRzkxP9ODZpkzpWGMqLkpdWT90zUQjaYK-s2jr86QDO8IQyJPj1GDfM/s1600/shu-uemura-ambush-collection-review-swatches-stage-performer-glow-creator.jpg) |
Shu Uemura x AMBUSH | Stage Performer Glow Creator in "Warm Glow N" |
![Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Rouge Unlimited Lipsticks: Review and Swatches Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Rouge Unlimited Lipsticks: Review and Swatches](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrsOFhHLFnkHxZNPJmOtBcOq3rEgWzztxGjwiBHFEBHjyx9W8mMhMNds6WVH7k0lZ3-Sc6YsGaWZ9qv2lqZc__AUSkNqYpVhNxk4bHUScTen_HYLmWUKnnkNqFbrqia8IBMFzv7nkhq8o/s1600/shu-uemura-ambush-collection-rouge-unlimited-lipstick-review-swatches-1.jpg) |
Shu Uemura x AMBUSH | Rouge Unlimited Lipsticks |
Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Rouge Unlimited Lipsticks ($36 CAD):
Housed in a stunning gold chrome lipstick bullet, the Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Rouge Unlimited Lipsticks are available in four shades, two of which have the Supreme Matte formulation and two of which have the Sheer Shine formulation.
![Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Rouge Unlimited Lipsticks: Review and Swatches Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Rouge Unlimited Lipsticks: Review and Swatches](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8KA9fE3YLQg5KrXbGZYr507cWASLr7184OPulf7Nz6liet4OwA-2KhlJ7Bo_wMOuX29-p08ENKkOO2SLT9nlMmoL9B7X-V1_pDKgQZx_kaa_yY94NLNtuiQlcBKsnXo6ql6t5zc3lAsI/s1600/shu-uemura-ambush-collection-rouge-unlimited-lipstick-review-swatches-2.jpg) |
Shu Uemura x AMBUSH | Rouge Unlimited Lipsticks |
Ambush Life: This Rouge Unlimited Supreme Matte is a mandarin orange red. The formulation is sheerer than I expected and I found that the lipstick really clung to any dry patches on the lips, making the finish a bit dry and uneven.
Ambush Love: A gorgeous bold red, Ambush Love is another Supreme Matte. The pigmentation is a lot more intense as compared to "Ambush Life" and the texture feels slightly more moisturizing as well.
Ambush Spirit: This is a Rouge Unlimited Sheer Shine in a pale baby pink. The formulation is very moisturizing but the color is kind of patchy.
Ambush Freedom: Another Sheer Shine, Ambush Freedom is soft brown beige. The formulation is hydrating and even and the color is very flattering as well.
![Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Rouge Unlimited Lipsticks: Review and Swatches Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Rouge Unlimited Lipsticks: Review and Swatches](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoMDFrPy2mFftn8hEYJmrV_XKTw-3LniRASjVwaeckTY7ybHYTJJ8KABgTP8qZWjIyA3CY9fpW750fVPDBTgaMOji6snsYE_tse6DhE2X8b4cMcbFHWJ4_BUemOwxWUZL5zO6iMJG8lM8/s1600/shu-uemura-ambush-collection-rouge-unlimited-lipstick-review-swatches.jpg) |
Shu Uemura x AMBUSH | Rouge Unlimited Lipsticks |
![Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Rouge Unlimited Supreme Matte Lipstick in "Ambush Life": Review and Swatches Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Rouge Unlimited Supreme Matte Lipstick in "Ambush Life": Review and Swatches](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGkLdStBvTx9S2jpQx8RYEKM6Xr-dx2k6uxOf221jVOwRI1PeBS-BFZEzp0pcKeudtTmzd9aeKXx9Szlwsby3SG2ZXRkufh7sHARmr2VbmdzIMVGga6N_RYgCynHC09e0cJ7nJv46fFMU/s1600/shu-uemura-ambush-collection-rouge-unlimited-supreme-matte-lipstick-review-swatches-ambush-life.jpg) |
Shu Uemura x AMBUSH | Rouge Unlimited Sheer Shine in "Ambush Life" |
![Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Rouge Unlimited Supreme Matte Lipstick in "Ambush Love": Review and Swatches Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Rouge Unlimited Supreme Matte Lipstick in "Ambush Love": Review and Swatches](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCb2As7wq_s0vTq55N_4Q4pIzKfXc0HPMxx_A-JrzH6pRzfpT_ovSyuB2WdLz0f6GlbKiM8TPAuL-p70KWvElt8eMW2VxZ6uSMi1q5Jp8AzlhhSMPYpO_2az6sf9_TMYOrfhYPNlXBUBM/s1600/shu-uemura-ambush-collection-rouge-unlimited-supreme-matte-lipstick-review-swatches-ambush-red.jpg) |
Shu Uemura x AMBUSH | Rouge Unlimited Sheer Shine in "Ambush Love" |
![Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Rouge Unlimited Sheer Shine Lipstick in "Ambush Spirit": Review and Swatches Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Rouge Unlimited Sheer Shine Lipstick in "Ambush Spirit": Review and Swatches](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc2iAU1bo8PjuULWlCobWqE-XLvNPJVhYP1V3xmWq72B2iASRMAbkvSwFZn9waLuMs1tFKzpBx6Qs0cyIPSakApzUdheUwq14zTj-hghrd2EepdtNZF6md5D3ffdZMsqAGczpJRgMfoGk/s1600/shu-uemura-ambush-collection-rouge-unlimited-sheer-shine-lipstick-review-swatches-ambush-spirit.jpg) |
Shu Uemura x AMBUSH | Rouge Unlimited Sheer Shine in "Ambush Spirit" |
![Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Rouge Unlimited Sheer Shine Lipstick in "Ambush Freedom": Review and Swatches Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Rouge Unlimited Sheer Shine Lipstick in "Ambush Freedom": Review and Swatches](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6AKjDVyrJydM5TB8NRo_wi7tcIJHo2Et-xdm34KF3CdFKotNYlmYjQGtm2rNzPCdtK7cpN7i8PPY9EcK1yqC9Q-fMZzAsSBE5eXmc2az8N8YUrY5cLPPylIDjbT6GW6UVqUlhJpcRZgw/s1600/shu-uemura-ambush-collection-rouge-unlimited-sheer-shine-lipstick-review-swatches-ambush-freedom.jpg) |
Shu Uemura x AMBUSH | Rouge Unlimited Sheer Shine in "Ambush Freedom" |
![Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Eyebrow Manicure & Eye Foil: Review and Swatches Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Eyebrow Manicure & Eye Foil: Review and Swatches](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhStNha2xuCs044rhxRSgHkABYwgEnSEeijjbGLz8a-HG-AyQ7YhHti_UWQ0tzCtPfv8Vcp-hWTZ0P4g89wWNTcaJ2sGyO7EY1bBDSY2bgal_QmpSS9oL0cu4Z7cnWEN4EDlsi6mwLFxjA/s1600/shu-uemura-ambush-collection-review-swatches-eyebrow-manicure-eye-foil-dreamcatchers-1.jpg) |
Shu Uemura x AMBUSH | Eyebrow Manicure & Eye Foil |
Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Eyebrow Manicure ($26 CAD):
Definitely the most unique item from the range, the Eyebrow Manicure is a colored eyebrow mascara available in two shades. "
Classic Gold" is a pale rusty gold. The sparkly formulation is pretty sparse as compared to "
Pure Silver", a true silver metallic shimmer. I have some seriously sad eyebrows so these don't come very useful to me but I'm sure there are some daring makeup lovers out there that may enjoy the concept.
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Shu Uemura x AMBUSH | Eyebrow Manicure (Left) & Eye Foil (Right) |
Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Eye Foil ($39 CAD):
A limited edition shade of the new Shu Uemura liquid eyeshadow, the "Dreamcatchers" Eye Foil is a lightweight and creamy eyeshadow that sets to a transfer- and smudge-proof finish. The shade is a gorgeous metallic blue. The formulation is a tad sheer but the pigmentation is buildable.
![Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Eyebrow Manicure & Eye Foil: Review and Swatches Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Eyebrow Manicure & Eye Foil: Review and Swatches](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjObyO0ddMppd_5owBv0qs7uUtsgBNWSoVvNwWfIsN8OfXc6dn-gn-tJofaOOnlzk_7rgTGVLCpbp2Mc4NYv4Cfp_fufmRpOI2xxi4HdVGejtHW6Z7bir7KEyNhON_gy8KcOdM7T6WvzMI/s1600/shu-uemura-ambush-collection-review-swatches-eyebrow-manicure-eye-foil-dreamcatchers.jpg) |
Shu Uemura x AMBUSH | Eye Foil & Eyebrow Manicure |
Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Cleansing Oil ($49 to $99 CAD):
Available in the 150ml and the 450ml size, these cleansing oils are wrapped in a shiny gold label printed with various AMBUSH patterns and motifs. The limited edition packaging is available for both the Ultime8 Sublime formulation and the Anti-Oxi+ Skin Refining formulation. Shu Uemura makes the
best cleansing oils I've ever tried so it's always nice to see the brand releasing new, limited edition packagings.
![Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Cleansing Oil & Blotting Paper: Review and Swatches Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Collection | Cleansing Oil & Blotting Paper: Review and Swatches](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWyk1P2AJ-u45BCsd1rhcBo5pk-gyBUeXlsmOm-6whWqLfDaZK4T4jM5-qA-rKgs607DFfGeZbk2lPgY2UMe3teigtd_MvQacqJ9O0O5gUsEcInuQ8y4PpJB5A6Mgsm1T3IGZm3dpPPzw/s1600/shu-uemura-ambush-collection-review-swatches-cleansing-oil-blotting-paper.jpg) |
Shu Uemura x AMBUSH | Cleansing Oil & Blotting Paper |
Shu Uemura x AMBUSH Blotting Paper ($25 CAD):
Last but not least in this collection is a packet of fancy blotting papers. You get a total of 50 sheets and they are encased in a shiny gold folder. The blotting paper itself is actually black and it's pressed with an AMBUSH pattern. The quality of the paper is superb but I honestly can't say that the $25 price tag is justifiable.