Too Faced Cofounder and Chief Creative Officer Jerrod Blandino [1] recently took to Instagram to share one of his enticing "sneaky peeks." The reveal, a 15-pan eye shadow palette, was a first look at the brand's new I Want Kandee collaboration in part with influencer Kandee Johnson [2]. But the tantalizing tease was just a small slice of the upcoming collection — and we were one of the first people to get an exclusive look!
Together Too Faced and Kandee designed eight brand-new products that launch on Sept. 3 exclusively at Ulta. The delectable collection features the aforementioned Candy Eyes palette, but the sweetness doesn't stop there.
Fans of Kandee and Too Faced can also snag the new Candy Black Licorice Eyeliner, Candy Glow Highlighting Stick, Banana Pudding Brightening Face Powder, and not one but, four fresh Melted Matte Liquid Lipsticks — all curated by Kandee.
Hear that? That's the sound of our makeup bags having a full on sugar rush. And in true Too Faced fashion, each of the products smells good enough to eat (seriously, everything smells like vanilla ice cream).
We got to catch up with the duo at a press event for the launch. There, the pair shared that the collection stemmed from a routine phone call. "Kandee is one of my best friends, and she called me and said that she had wonderful ideas and recipes that could help women get their desired looks without intimidation" Jerrod shared.
As they brainstormed, Kandee revealed that she wanted to deliver a collection of her very own go-to products. "Everything I get asked the most about were the colors I wanted to create," she said. So the BFFs paired their unique expertise and passion for makeup to curate the new range.
Kandee also revealed that designing user-friendly products for women of all ages and complexions was a huge priority, and it's reflected in the fun, functional collection. "No matter your skin tone or age, these shouldn't be intimidating" she said.
Though you'll have to wait until September to get your Kandee fix, you can still get excited for the new products now. Ahead we've broken down the details of the fresh treats so you can get your taste buds makeup bag ready.
Too Faced I Want Kandee Banana Pudding Brightening Face Powder
The Banana Pudding Brightening Face Powder is infused with color-correcting pigments. These offer double duty in that they perfect your complexion and set your makeup.
"You want under your [under] eye to be flat and bright" Kandee said. "So when you put the yellow powder in that area, it eliminates purple tones and it makes you look well rested."
She also suggested that you apply some anywhere you experience redness on your face to help neutralize it. And did we mention it smells like banana pudding? Yum!
Too Faced I Want Kandee Banana Pudding Brightening Face Powder ($30)
Too Faced I Want Kandee Banana Pudding Brightening Face Powder
Too Faced I Want Kandee Banana Pudding Brightening Face Powder ($30)
Too Faced I Want Kandee Candy Glow Highlighting Stick
"Sticks are great because you’re not touching the product. You can apply it directly to your skin and blend it from there," Kandee explained.
Apply the Candy Glow Highlighting Stick to the high points of your face for a subtle glisten. The formula is opaque for gals who love an intense highlight, but it emulsifies easily if you prefer a subtle glow.
Too Faced I Want Kandee Candy Glow Highlighting Stick ($31)
Too Faced I Want Kandee Candy Glow Highlighting Stick Swatched
Here's the Too Faced I Want Kandee Candy Glow Highlighting Stick swatched!
Too Faced I Want Kandee Melted Matte Liquid Lipstick in Melted Ice Cream
Wear Melted Ice Cream alone as a true nude pigment or mix it with your favorite lip colors to transform the shades. Kandee suggests dabbing some into the center of your lip and blending towards the opening of your mouth with your finger. Not only will this brighten the shade of your lipstick, it’ll enhance the fullness of your pout.
Too Faced I Want Kandee Melted Matte Liquid Lipstick in Melted Ice Cream ($21)
Too Faced I Want Kandee Melted Matte Liquid Lipstick in Freshly Baked
If you love a good nude lip, then you'll be obsessed with wearing Freshly Baked, a velvety mauve with a hint of pink.
Too Faced I Want Kandee Melted Matte Liquid Lipstick in Freshly Baked ($21)
Too Faced I Want Kandee Melted Matte Liquid Lipstick in Sweet N' Sour
Sweet N' Sour is the perfect combination of classic crimson with hints of orange. It goes on like velour on the lips and dries down to a sexy coral finish. You'll definitely want to swipe this on when you're bored with basic red.
Too Faced I Want Kandee Melted Matte Liquid Lipstick in Sweet N' Sour ($21)
Too Faced I Want Kandee Melted Matte Liquid Lipstick in Tropical Punch
Tropical Punch happens to be one of Kandee's favorite new shades. A few swipes of the pigment give your pout a vibrant hot pink color payoff that feels vacation-ready.
Too Faced I Want Kandee Melted Matte Liquid Lipstick in Tropical Punch ($21)
Too Faced I Want Kandee Melted Matte Liquid Lipsticks Swatched
From top to bottom swatches of: Melted Ice Cream, Freshly Baked, Tropical Punch, Sweet N' Sour.
Too Faced I Want Kandee Black Licorice Candy Liner
Eyeliner pros and beginners alike will love the ease of this Black Licorice Candy Liner. The innovative liquid comes with a flexi-edge-tip applicator so you can achieve custom looks from tight-lined upper lashes to a bold, defined wing.
Too Faced I Want Kandee Black Licorice Candy Liner ($18)
Too Faced I Want Kandee Black Licorice Candy Liner
Look at that angled application tip!
Too Faced I Want Kandee Black Licorice Candy Liner ($18)
Too Faced I Want Kandee Candy Eyes Eyeshadow Palette
The Candy Eyes palette comes with 12 pigmented shadows and three highlighter shades to create a spectrum of bold and minimal looks.
Too Faced I Want Kandee Candy Eyes Eyeshadow Palette ($45)