{"id":770,"date":"2020-06-22T12:34:58","date_gmt":"2020-06-22T02:34:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/?post_type=articles&#038;p=174415"},"modified":"2020-10-31T20:09:18","modified_gmt":"2020-10-31T20:09:18","slug":"uzo-interview-nars-orgasm-blush","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/articles\/uzo-interview-nars-orgasm-blush\/","title":{"rendered":"Nars Global Artistry Director Uzo On Why Orgasm Is Still The World&#8217;s Favorite Blush"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_174424\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-174424\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-174424\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/MIC8209.jpg\" alt=\"Nars Uzo Makeup Looks\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-174424\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">NARS Director Global Artistry Uzo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Few products have a history quite so illustrious as <a href=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/articles\/best-makeup-products-according-to-beauty-editor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">NARS Orgasm Blush<\/a>. For NARS Global Artistry Director <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/u.z.o\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Uzo<\/a>, it&#8217;s a product she leans on often, adding its pinky-peach shimmer to the faces of countless models, celebrities and the like. It&#8217;s a franchise that&#8217;s expanded into lip tints, eyeshadows and illuminators, and just weeks ago it became a second shade: Orgasm X &#8211; a deeper, punchier version of the perfectly balanced original. To celebrate the launch into <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mecca.com.au\/nars\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Mecca Cosmetica stores<\/a>, we sat down with Uzo to discuss the original icon in comparison to the new one, how and why she uses both, and why the beauty industry fell hard and fast for the post-coital hue to begin with (plus, a host of other great makeup pearls).<\/p>\n<p><em>See the full interview below.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><span class=\"price-style\"><strong>READ: <a href=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/articles\/review-nars-orgasm-x-collection\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">THIS PINT-SIZED PALETTE IS CURING MY ISOLATION MAKEUP WOES<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-174425\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Untitled-design-17.png\" alt=\"Nars Uzo Makeup Looks\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong><span lang=\"en-US\">GRAZIA: What do you think it is about Orgasm that is so iconic?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span lang=\"en-US\"><strong>Uzo: <\/strong><\/span><span lang=\"en-US\">I think everyone originally knew about it because of its name, but it deservedly earned its iconic status due to its universal appeal. The blush\u2019s pinky-peach hybrid shade is truly flattering on all skin tones because of the unique balance of warm and cool undertones, while the subtle golden shimmer subtly enhances the skin leaving it looking polished and luminous.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span lang=\"en-US\">GRAZIA: Aside from the cheeks, how do you like to use Orgasm?\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span lang=\"en-US\"><strong>Uzo: <\/strong>There&#8217;s a few!<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span lang=\"en-US\">To lift and brighten the eye area, I love\u00a0<\/span><span lang=\"en-US\">applying the blush higher up on the face, starting at the brow bone and sweeping the color around the eye, toward the high points of the cheek bone.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span lang=\"en-US\">To create dramatic contouring effects for lighter skin tones instead of using a traditional bronzing shade<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span lang=\"en-US\">As a highlighter for deeper complexions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span lang=\"en-US\">As an eyeshadow.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span lang=\"en-US\">As a shimmer highlighter for lipstick.<\/span><i><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"content-gallery\"><div class=\"gallery-placeholder\"><div class=\"spinner\"><\/div><\/div><span class=\"gallery-pagination\"><\/span><div id=\"gallery-1\" class=\"gallery galleryid-770 gallery-columns- gallery-size-full\"><figure class=\"gallery-item\"><div class=\"gallery-icon landscape\"><\/div><\/figure><figure class=\"gallery-item\"><div class=\"gallery-icon landscape\"><\/div><\/figure><figure class=\"gallery-item\"><div class=\"gallery-icon landscape\"><\/div><\/figure><figure class=\"gallery-item\"><div class=\"gallery-icon landscape\"><\/div><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><span lang=\"en-US\">GRAZIA: How is Orgasm X different from Orgasm?<\/span><\/strong><i><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span lang=\"en-US\"><strong>Uzo: <\/strong><\/span><span lang=\"en-US\">Both blushes stick to the winning NARS\u2019 Orgasm signature pairing of cool pink and warm peach combined with beautiful golden shimmer, the only difference is that the warmer undertones in Orgasm X blush were deepened to a warmer coral shade. I love the soft pop of color that Orgasm Blush can create especially on light to medium complexions but when I crave a little bit more depth, Orgasm X is my new go-to, and I love how it looks on tanned skin and deeper complexions. <\/span><span lang=\"en-US\">There are no rules when it comes to great makeup, only great choices. Using both blushes together by sweeping Orgasm X shimmering coral along the cheekbones to create subtle contour and definition, and then layering the soft pinky-peach shade of Orgasm on the apples, is the perfect way to update how you wear Orgasm blush.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span lang=\"en-US\"><strong>GRAZIA: What kind of role do you think makeup is playing in society at the moment?<\/strong><i><\/i><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span lang=\"en-US\"><strong>Uzo: <\/strong>For some, it\u2019s a form of escapism where creativity can be explored by playing and experimenting with new beauty looks and products while spending quality time at home. For others, it&#8217;s still a part of their normal routine, where looking pulled-together for work or for virtual conference meetings or appointments on Zoom is a must. I think makeup can be whatever you want it to be.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span lang=\"en-US\">GRAZIA: Have you noticed a shift in the way you use makeup yourself?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span lang=\"en-US\"><strong>Uzo: <\/strong>I have definitely scaled back on the use of multiple eye shadows and bold blush opting for a more pared-down look (black liner eye, subtle highlighted cheeks, tinted lip balm). What remains unchanged is my preference for a complexion that looks perfected and polished with foundation, concealer to camouflage any darkness and blemishes, and a quick sweep of bronzer across the forehead and along the cheekbones for additional dimension and finish off the look.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span lang=\"en-US\"> GRAZIA: What three NARS products can you not live without?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span lang=\"en-US\"><strong>Uzo: <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span lang=\"en-US\">Radiant Creamy Concealer: this is the ultimate 3-in-1 complexion product. I use this concealer to even out my skin tone (in place of foundation because it&#8217;s so lightweight and creamy), brighten darkness underneath my eye area and blur any imperfections on my skin.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span lang=\"en-US\">High Pigment Longwear Eyeliner in Gran Via: I can\u2019t leave the house, or get on a virtual conference meeting without a dark bold eyeliner to give my eyes much needed definition, especially when I wear glasses.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span lang=\"en-US\">Soft Velvet Pressed Powder: this updated formulation is everything. It helps to set my concealer, perfects my complexion and makes it look super-smooth while keeping shine under control.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><span lang=\"en-US\">GRAZIA: Most underrated makeup product?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span lang=\"en-US\"><strong>Uzo: <\/strong>Primer. You can do your makeup without primer, but your makeup really won&#8217;t perform optimally without it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"article-subheadline-style\">Shop Uzo&#8217;s Edit Below:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-174426\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Untitled-design-19.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"product-style\">NARS ORGASM X CHEEK PALETTE, $67.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"price-style\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mecca.com.au\/nars\/orgasm-x-cheek-palette\/I-043566.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">SHOP NOW<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-174427\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Untitled-design-18.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"product-style\">NARS BLUSH IN ORGASM, $48.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"price-style\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mecca.com.au\/nars\/blush-gina\/I-000757.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">SHOP NOW<\/a><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-174429\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Untitled-design-20.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"product-style\">NARS RADIANT CREAMY CONCEALER, $48.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"price-style\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mecca.com.au\/nars\/radiant-creamy-concealer-chantilly\/I-015503.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">SHOP NOW<\/a><\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-174432\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Untitled-design-22.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"product-style\">Nars High Pigment Long wear Eyeliner, $38.<\/span> <span class=\"price-style\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mecca.com.au\/nars\/high-pigment-longwear-eyeliner-broadway\/I-039546.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">SHOP NOW<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-174433\" src=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Untitled-design-21.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"product-style\">Nars Pressed POwder, $59.<\/span> <span class=\"price-style\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mecca.com.au\/nars\/pressed-powder-eden\/I-033993.html?gclid=Cj0KCQjwirz3BRD_ARIsAImf7LPjtdCagvPWzR5pmNE4j3a-ars8tTqPXTDFpCIfaHrTrLVtaU-69sAaAhXzEALw_wcB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">SHOP 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