Revlon Colourburst Lacquer Balm in Whimsical

Revlon Colorburst Lacquer Balm. £7.99

As a big fan of the Revlon Lip Butters I was super excited to get my hands on one of the new Colorburst Lacquer Balm.

After a long swatching session I finally decided to go for the colour Whimsical, which is a deep pinky purple shade. I think I'm starting to learn what colours suit me most, I always lust over nude shades but I find they make me look a bit pale and washed out so for me pinks are definitely the way forward.

I opted for Whimsical as it is perfect for a night out but also not too scary to wear in the day time. The High shine finish is spot on and I find the colour easily buildable if I'm trying to create a bit more of a bold look.

The product applies easily and adds moisture to my lips as it contains shea, mango and cocoa butter; it also has a slight peppermint scent which I wasn't expecting but it does add a nice fresh feeling.

The matte balms are at the top of my list to try next!

Have you tried any of these?  What shade is your favourite?

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Mac Rebel Lipstick

Rebel

I can't tell you how long this has been on my wishlist for, and thanks to a little Christmas money I decided this was the perfect time to purchase. When I got to the Mac counter a quick swatch on my hand completely sold it to me.

Rebel by Mac is a gorgeous vampy plum colour, which really adds a bit of edge to an everyday look, without going a bit too 'Goth' (god I haven't used that work in years but it felt appropriate!). I used to be so scared of wearing a dark lipstick but after lots of swatching and experimenting I actually think these dark burgundy colours suit my skin tone. In fact, this lipstick is one of those that will look perfect on the majority of skintones.

This lipstick has a satin finish which I really like, it applies easily, and has great staying power, I like the fact it isn't completely matte, the satin sheen finishes it off beautifully. It's very pigmented so I tend to apply it quite gently and build on it. Rebel has quickly become my go to lipstick for a night out and will be my first choice up right up until summer.

This is only my second Mac lipstick and it has definitely left me wanting more what colours do you recommend? I'd like a cute everyday pink colour.

Whats your favourite Mac lipstick?

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Accessorize Beauty Bits

Lipstick in Infactuated* ♥ One Coat Metallic Nail Polish in Copper* ♥ Lipgloss in Shade 8*

Last year one of my most rave about products was the Accessorize Merged Baked Blush in Scandal, and I still stand by it being an absolute highstreet gem but to be honest I haven’t really explored the rest of their make up line and now I have finally got the chance I am kicking myself that experiment more before.

I know when most people think of Accessorize it’s not usually make up that springs to mine but honestly the quality is amazing and event gives the bigger highstreet brands a run for their money.

The lipgloss in shade 8 is a lovey nude colour that I find perfect for everyday. I’m not a massive fan of lipgloss but as this isn't stupidly sticky I like it.

The lipstick is on another level! I cannot get over how creamy the formula is! I have the colour Infatuation which is exactly the kind of shade I go for in the winter. The pigmentation is excellent and it doesn't dry my lips out, I can’t wait to try this in different colours.

Last but not least is the Metallic one coat nail polish in Copper. The name says it all...one coat and yes, it really only needs one coat! Usually when nail polishes say that I always find I need a second coat to be on the safe side but not with this bad boy one is more than enough. The colour is beautiful and lasts a good 2 days without chipping.

My love affair with Accessorize cosmetics is well and truly re ignited. Have you tried any of their make up?

Right my tea is going cold and I have posts to write. Ciao.

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MAC Hue Lipsitck

Mac Hue Lipstick

This post has been a long time coming, yes this is...my first ever Mac Lipstick! I know, I know call myself a beauty blogger but at least I now have one.

To be honest I had no idea what I was looking for formula wise I just wanted a nice every day colour for work and I ended up picking the gorgeous Hue.

Hue is a subtle pinky nude shade, kind of like a’ Your lips but better’, I think in the photo it doesn't really look like I’m even wearing any (I am, I swear) which can be a good thing if you’re planning to wear it for every day occasions. The formula is really creamy and doesn't dry my lips out.

I did find the staying power wasn't as great as I expected but I assume that’s because of the Glaze finish.

Nevertheless I love applying this and I think I have definitely caught the Mac Lipstick bug, Snob and Rebel are next on my hit list!

What was your first Mac Lipstick? Which would you recommend?

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Deborah Milano Shine Creator Lipstick

Deborah Milano Shine Creator Lipstick Shade 14*

Deborah Milano is a new brand to me, after doing  some research I found that they are one of the top Italian cosmetic brands that have only just arrived in the UK so I was super excited to receive one of their products.

I picked the Shine Creator Lipstick in shade 14. The first thing that drew me to this product over the others was the gorgeous pink packaging; it’s bright and girly but still has a touch of elegance. On the top of the lipstick itself there is a cute little Deborah Milano logo imprinted on it, I love it and think it completes the overall image of the product.

The packaging is sturdy and the lid clips into place so there’s no chance of losing the lid in your handbag!

The website claims that the Shine Creator Lipstick:

“Combines the shine of lip gloss with the comfort of lipstick and the moisturising properties of lip balm.”

I can confirm that this lipstick ticks all of the boxes above. The formula is very moisturising, some lip products can leave my lips feeling quite dry but this really does give you the benefits of a lip balm with a bit of added glamour. I’d say the Shine Creator is quite sheer and  the colour is very subtle so I'd say it's more of a day lip product. It reminds me a bit of the Revlon Lip Butters but a bit more luxurious . It contains SPF 15 which is perfect for these summer months and there’s 14 different shades to choose from!

The Shine Creator Lipstick retails for £8.50 and is available from the Deborah Milano Website.

I'm impressed with this lipstick and it has been a great introduction to the Deborah Milano brand for me and I hope they are just as successful here as they are in Italy!

What do you think? Have you tried any Deborah Milano Products?

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Rimmel Lasting Finish Lipstick by Kate Moss 107

Rimmel Lasting Finish Matte Lipstick by Kate Moss in 107 - £5.49

After having a fear of bright lipstick for so long I am happy to say I am finally breaking down this barrier and being a bit more experimental with my lipstick choices. I've actually discovered that with my dark hair I actually quite suit deep, plum colours so when I saw the Rimmel Lasting Finish Matte Lipstick by Kate Moss in 107 over on the lovely Amy’s blog sale I had to snap it up.

As with other Kate Moss lipsticks I have tried it is so pigmented and you don’t really need to use much to get a great colour pay off I find one layer is enough, and it really does last well on my lips. I have found with some matte lipsticks that I have used before that they can be quite drying but I haven’t had this problem with this.

I wish I had purchased this colour earlier as it would have been perfect for autumn/winter, maybe not so much in the springtime but I have been reaching for this when I have been going on a night out as I think it adds a bit of edge to my overall look.

I haven’t really got a bad word to say about this, if you are after an affordable, long lasting lipstick then this range is the one to check out. 

Have you tried any Kate Moss Lipsticks?

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Roses are Red and So Is My Lipstick

Happy Valentines Day

If there’s ever a more perfect occasion to rock a red lip than Valentine’s Day is it. I know a lot of people feel Valentine’s Day is a bit of a cop out and you shouldn't have to celebrate your relationship on a specific day, but I think it’s sweet, if you get given a card or flowers etc. its guaranteed to put a smile on your face.

Everyone associates red with love and Valentine’s Day, its bold, sexy, and head turning, you can’t walk into a card shop without seeing a sea of read hearts.  

These are my products of choice to complete that Valentine’s Day look.

Lips

I've opted for Rosetto 022 by Kate’s Lasting finish Collection. I love this colour; it’s bright but also quite deep with blue undertones which make it suitable for all skin tones. As the name suggests it is very long lasting so perfect if you’re going out a date.

Nails

Salsa by No7 is a beautiful red with silver shimmer running through it which makes it that extra bit special. I think red nails are so sophisticated. The colour is opaque in two coats and I usually find it lasts about 2 days without chipping (without a base or top coat.)

How cute is this card! I absolutely love it and it really makes me giggle because it describes me and my boyfriend perfectly.

As my boyfriends is at work on Valentine ’s Day I shall be spending the evening with my house mate cooking up a storm, or possibly a ordering a takeaway. I remember last year 3 of my friends and I went to the chip shop had a bottle of wine and watched films, who says romance is dead!

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MUA Lipstick Shade 2

Shade 2

My lipstick mission continues. If you don’t know I have a bit of a bright lip phobia, I love reading lipstick posts but I kind of convinced myself I couldn't pull off statement colours, and that they just looked a bit trashy on me. I have been in awe of all of the gorgeous fall lip colours going around at the moment and while I couldn't bring myself to pay a lot for a lipstick that I may not even wear I figured MUA Cosmetics was the way forward. I love MUA eye shadows so why not give their lipstick a bash too? After all they are only £1!

I opted for Shade 2 which is a gorgeous light plum colour and I've got to say that I don’t know why I've never picked up one of these lipsticks before! The colour is very pigmented and leaves a lovely satin finish.  The formula is very creamy so it applies very easily and it doesn't dry out my lips and I actually don't think it looks that bad on me.

For £1 I really don’t think you can go wrong, I mean it’s only £1 people! I’d say they are definitely on a par with other high street lipstick brands.

You can purchase MUA products from Superdrug or on their website HERE.

What do you think? Have you tried any MUA lipsticks or would you recommend any more of their products?

Can you believe this time next week it will be Christmas eve! Eeeek I'm excited, just this horrible week of work left and then I'm off until the 2nd January what a treat. I'm still waiting for my last two Christmas presents to be delivered so hopefully they will arrive soon, I won't be happy until they are here and everything is wrapped. Have you got much time off over Christmas?

Revlon Colorburst Lipstick: Baby Pink

Revlon Colorburst Lipstick: Baby Pink

Lipstick tends to be a product that I neglect. I love reading posts on them and think they can really glam up a look, but for me as soon as it rubs off I just always forget to reapply. I'm also a bit of a wimp when it comes to bright lips so tend to go for more sheer colours.

Starting from now I am going to try and make more effort with my Lipsticks because I have so many that are going unused and they deserve some time in the spot light.

Baby Pink by Revlon is a gorgeous pale pink colour that I use for everyday wear. It applies sheer but when applied fully it's very bright which would be great for a night out.

The formula is very moisturising and contains sweet almond oil to improve lip texture and prevent drying.

Revlon Colourburst Lipsticks can be purchased from Boots for £7.99 which is pretty much a standard price for a high street lipstick and I would definitely purchase more lipsticks from this range.

Have you tried any Revlon lipsticks? What lipstick would you recommend I try next?