Make-up
colourimetry :
35 years of expertise
the prisme libre colour theory
The story of an icon... In 1989, Hubert de Givenchy reinterpreted the House's historic 4G logo to create a unique powder combining four shades. Le Prisme, the House's first signature 4-colour powder, was inspired by the science of colour correction.
Reinventing this initial creation, the Prisme Libre 4-Color Loose Powder incorporates advanced technology and color expertise. This airy loose powder combines four colours, with two correcting and two illuminating shades, to recreate the radiance of natural light on the skin
Givenchy The art and science of colour
Welcome to the world of colour correction, where every shade and nuance is a key element in the pursuit of complexion perfection.
At Givenchy, we see colour correction as a fundamental pillar of our make-up expertise.
Combining the art and science of colour, our product range is designed to enhance natural beauty by precisely correcting unwanted nuances in skin tones.
Colour theory: The foundation of harmony
To fully appreciate the importance of colour correction, it's essential to delve into colour theory.
For centuries, artists and scientists have explored the subtleties of light and colour, uncovering the complex interactions that influence our visual perception.
Through extensive research, we have incorporated knowledge of cosmetic materials related to colour and light into our product development to create innovative formulas and impeccable shades.
The fundamentals of colorimetry: The colour wheel / the chromatic circle
Colour correction is based on the principle of using complementary colours. By employing specific pigments, we can neutralise and balance the skin's colour imperfections.
For instance, green neutralises redness, peach corrects bluish dark circles, orange/salmon tones down dark areas, yellow reduces violet or blue undertones, and violet and blue brighten dull or yellowish complexions.
Each colour has its own function and subtlety, allowing for precise personalisation of correction to meet individual needs.
Unsure? Refer to the colour wheel and choose a corrector opposite to the colour of the area you wish to correct or balance.
The art of colour correction with prisme libre
Discover our comprehensive range of colour correction products designed to give you a perfectly balanced, luminous complexion.
Whether you're looking for light correction for a natural effect or more intense correction to camouflage imperfections, we have the right solution for you.
Explore our collection and let our expertise guide you in revealing the best version of yourself with the Prisme Libre range.
