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4 August 2019
PRODUCT REVIEW: 100% NATURAL LIPBALMS FROM CLEAN AND PURE
Winter-dry lips no more thanks to this beautiful delivery from Clean & Pure with a selection of their lip balms.
12 October 2017
PRODUCT REVIEW: CLARINS INSTANT LIGHT NATURAL LIP PERFECTOR IN PINK GRAPEFRUIT AND JUICY MANDARIN
The other day I told you about some new limited edition Clarins hand creams, which you can read all about here - so today I thought I'd share with you the limited edition Clarins Instant Light Natural Lip Perfectors..
These Clarins Natural Lip Perfectors promises fuller-looking, well-hydrated, simply gorgeous lips. The soft gel-cream have lovely fruity scents and a touch of shimmer and colour, and leave the lips with a lovely sheer touch of colour, that can be used either on their own or with your preferred lipstick, though I personally prefer to use them on their own.
They contain among others Shea, Olive Tree and Rice to add moisture, nourish and soften the lips, while also healing and toning them and helping the skin on the lips renew itself. I addition, they also contain orange and mandarin peel oils, which no doubt help give them their gorgeous slightly sweet citrus scents.
This particular gift set comes with two new limited edition shades, Pink Grapefruit and Juicy Mandarin, and I've been so loving both, as they are such pretty easy to wear, subtle shades.
The Pink Grapefruit has a gorgeous natural light berry pink shade that looks very natural on the lips, while the Juicy Mandarin has a reddish coral shade that is so gorgeous and perfect for spring and summer too.
My immediately reaction was that I preferred the Pink Grapefruit shade, but the Juicy Mandarin is seriously so gorgeous too. Both shades have apply with sheer colour, and with a just a touch of sheen, but without any glitter or shimmer. And they are so lovely, creamy and lightweight, and without any stickiness.
These Lip Perfectors come in a squeeze tube with a slanted sponge applicator that makes them easy to apply, and they can be used on their own, but can also be applied on top of i.e. a matte lipstick for extra sheen. Considering they are glosses, I find they last quite well on the lips, needing to be reapplied every 2-3 hours or so.
These Instant Light Natural Lip Perfectors from Clarins seriously feel so lovely and comfortable on the lips, and I love that they help treat my lips and keep them hydrated, while giving them a touch of natural colour at the same time.
There are 8 shades in the range, as well these two new limited ones in the gift set, and if you want to get your hands on them, you best hurry, before they sell out.
Clarins Giftset with 2x Instant Light Natural Lip Perfectors in no 13 Pink Grapefruit and no 14 Juicy Mandarin - RRP: $45 / 2 x 12ml
Available from Clarins
* Some products may have been kindly provided for editorial consideration, and have been reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy, and reviews are 100% honest and based on personal opinion and experience. Note that The Beauty & Lifestyle Hunter is not a professional or expert, so please do not substitute these opinions as professional advice.
Remember that in between my blog posts you can always keep up with me on Twitter, Facebook, Bloglovin or Instagram
These Clarins Natural Lip Perfectors promises fuller-looking, well-hydrated, simply gorgeous lips. The soft gel-cream have lovely fruity scents and a touch of shimmer and colour, and leave the lips with a lovely sheer touch of colour, that can be used either on their own or with your preferred lipstick, though I personally prefer to use them on their own.
They contain among others Shea, Olive Tree and Rice to add moisture, nourish and soften the lips, while also healing and toning them and helping the skin on the lips renew itself. I addition, they also contain orange and mandarin peel oils, which no doubt help give them their gorgeous slightly sweet citrus scents.
This particular gift set comes with two new limited edition shades, Pink Grapefruit and Juicy Mandarin, and I've been so loving both, as they are such pretty easy to wear, subtle shades.
The Pink Grapefruit has a gorgeous natural light berry pink shade that looks very natural on the lips, while the Juicy Mandarin has a reddish coral shade that is so gorgeous and perfect for spring and summer too.
My immediately reaction was that I preferred the Pink Grapefruit shade, but the Juicy Mandarin is seriously so gorgeous too. Both shades have apply with sheer colour, and with a just a touch of sheen, but without any glitter or shimmer. And they are so lovely, creamy and lightweight, and without any stickiness.
These Lip Perfectors come in a squeeze tube with a slanted sponge applicator that makes them easy to apply, and they can be used on their own, but can also be applied on top of i.e. a matte lipstick for extra sheen. Considering they are glosses, I find they last quite well on the lips, needing to be reapplied every 2-3 hours or so.
These Instant Light Natural Lip Perfectors from Clarins seriously feel so lovely and comfortable on the lips, and I love that they help treat my lips and keep them hydrated, while giving them a touch of natural colour at the same time.
There are 8 shades in the range, as well these two new limited ones in the gift set, and if you want to get your hands on them, you best hurry, before they sell out.
Clarins Giftset with 2x Instant Light Natural Lip Perfectors in no 13 Pink Grapefruit and no 14 Juicy Mandarin - RRP: $45 / 2 x 12ml
Available from Clarins
* Some products may have been kindly provided for editorial consideration, and have been reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy, and reviews are 100% honest and based on personal opinion and experience. Note that The Beauty & Lifestyle Hunter is not a professional or expert, so please do not substitute these opinions as professional advice.
Remember that in between my blog posts you can always keep up with me on Twitter, Facebook, Bloglovin or Instagram
10 October 2017
PRODUCT REVIEW: DR. RONALD MOY DNA INTENSIVE RENEWAL AND LIP BALM WITH DNA REPAIR ENZYMES
Today I'm excited to share with you some incredible products from Dr. Ronald Moy, the DNA Intensive Renewal and the Lip Balm with DNA Repair Enzymes..
I have previously talked about Dr. Ronald Moy, and in particularly the DNA Renewal Restoring Mask, but if you missed it, you can see it here.
If you haven't heard of Dr. Ronald Moy, I can tell you that he is a world-renowned dermatologist certified by the American Board of Dermatology and the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, specialising in cosmetic and plastic surgery, face-lifts, liposuction, laser skin resurfacing and Sclerotherapy. Along with being president for various medical boards and societies over the years, he has dedicated his life’s work to understanding the impact of photo damage on skin’s health and ageing. Dr. Moy originally developed the DNA Renewal range as a means to reverse pre-cancers in patients with severely sun damaged skin, after further research he also found the DNA repair enzymes used in alliance with growth factors revealed dramatic age-reversing results.
As the master control for all skin functions, healthy DNA is vital to beautiful skin. With ageing, the production of DNA Repair Enzymes declines. Skin cell turnover slows down dramatically, cellular repair becomes deficient, and the dermal matrix weakens. “By introducing an active DNA repair enzyme cream onto the skin you can introduce repair enzymes within the skin that will support the proliferation of new cell turnover and encourage the elimination of DNA damage,” says Dr Moy.
The Dr. Ronald Moy DNA Intensive Renewal is a super lightweight lotion that is to be used morning and night after cleaning. As it is so light, it is best for those with normal to oilier skin types, so it is absolutely perfect for my combination skin.
The lotion claims to targets the skin’s natural DNA repair processes and infuses it with optimal hydration to counter ageing effects, and by activating the recovery of youthful skin with the highest levels of DNA repair enzymes, it encourages a visible surge in skin’s moisture levels and restores skin vitality, retains moisture, soothes skin and works against age spots and sun damage.
It contains among others;
It thereby also helps to;
With combination skin, I love how light this DNA Intensive Renewal is and how quickly it absorbs into the skin, immediately leaving it feeling soft and smooth, and without any greasiness. I am at the age where I am concerned with anti-ageing with increasing lines, as well as increasing pigmentation, age spots and sun damage, and not to mention dark marks from past blemishes and acne. And after using for just a few weeks, I was very excited when I clearly started noticing that my skin was not only looking softer and smoother and clearly intensely hydrated which gave my skin a glow I haven't seen in a very long time, it also made some of my finer lines appear smaller. But what I am most impressed about is that it has made quite a difference in my skin tone, making it so much more even, with pigmentation, and those annoying acne marks so much lighter. This serum is clearly not cheap, but as you only need the smallest pump to cover your full face, the bottle will last you a long time, I estimate several months, and I can already tell that I dread the day that I run out, as my skin is clearly improving by the day using this.
Then there's the Dr. Ronald Moy DNA Lip Balm, and I don't know about you, but I am sad to admit that while I am and have been using anti-ageing products on my face for a very long time, I often use very basic products on my lips - so I am very excited about this lip balm. It is a part of the anti-ageing DNA range, and contains among others natural beeswax, cocoa seed butter, shea butter, candelila oil, plankton extract and coconut oil, combined with the DNA Repair Enzymes which are delivered through liposomes to penetrate deeply as described above, to add instant hydration and moisture to the lips, while repairing the lips and reducing the damage caused by the harsh sun. It also promises to refresh the lips, eliminate dullness and give the lips more vibrant appearance.
I have to admit that I cannot really tell any major changes or improvements in my lips since using this lip balm, but I can see that my lips look healthy with a nice sheen, without being glossy. And I actually really like this lip balm as unlike most others I've tried, it absorbs completely into the lips without any greasiness or stickiness, so within a few moments you don't even know you're wearing it - well apart from the fact that it leaves the lips feeling very soft and hydrated, so clearly the liposome technology is doing its part letting the DNA Repair Enzymes absorb completely. As it is non greasy it is seriously the perfect lip balm to use under lipsticks, though I also love using it just before bed, knowing that as it is absorbed into my skin, I won't wipe it off on my pillow, and it will continue to treat my lips throughout the night. For a lip balm the just under $20 may sound a little pricey, but once you've given it a try, you can only agree that its totally worth every cent.
So yet again more than impressed with the products from Dr. Ronald Moy, so if you haven't yet tried his products and you're concerned with anti-ageing, you really should, you won't regret it.
Dr Ronald Moy DNA Intensive Renewal - RRP: $157.50 / 30ml
Dr Ronald Moy Lip Balm with DNA Repair Enzymes - RRP: $19.90 / 4.25g
Available from Advanced Cosmeceuticals and select stockists, for further details and to enquire, contact Advanced Cosmeceuticals on 1800 242 011
* Some products may have been kindly provided for editorial consideration, and have been reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy, and reviews are 100% honest and based on personal opinion and experience. Note that The Beauty & Lifestyle Hunter is not a professional or expert, so please do not substitute these opinions as professional advice.
Remember that in between my blog posts you can always keep up with me on Twitter, Facebook, Bloglovin or Instagram
I have previously talked about Dr. Ronald Moy, and in particularly the DNA Renewal Restoring Mask, but if you missed it, you can see it here.
If you haven't heard of Dr. Ronald Moy, I can tell you that he is a world-renowned dermatologist certified by the American Board of Dermatology and the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, specialising in cosmetic and plastic surgery, face-lifts, liposuction, laser skin resurfacing and Sclerotherapy. Along with being president for various medical boards and societies over the years, he has dedicated his life’s work to understanding the impact of photo damage on skin’s health and ageing. Dr. Moy originally developed the DNA Renewal range as a means to reverse pre-cancers in patients with severely sun damaged skin, after further research he also found the DNA repair enzymes used in alliance with growth factors revealed dramatic age-reversing results.
As the master control for all skin functions, healthy DNA is vital to beautiful skin. With ageing, the production of DNA Repair Enzymes declines. Skin cell turnover slows down dramatically, cellular repair becomes deficient, and the dermal matrix weakens. “By introducing an active DNA repair enzyme cream onto the skin you can introduce repair enzymes within the skin that will support the proliferation of new cell turnover and encourage the elimination of DNA damage,” says Dr Moy.
The Dr. Ronald Moy DNA Intensive Renewal is a super lightweight lotion that is to be used morning and night after cleaning. As it is so light, it is best for those with normal to oilier skin types, so it is absolutely perfect for my combination skin.
The lotion claims to targets the skin’s natural DNA repair processes and infuses it with optimal hydration to counter ageing effects, and by activating the recovery of youthful skin with the highest levels of DNA repair enzymes, it encourages a visible surge in skin’s moisture levels and restores skin vitality, retains moisture, soothes skin and works against age spots and sun damage.
It contains among others;
- DNA Repair Enzymes engineered from marine and botanical sources, to replenish those the skin loses due to age and sun damage, and thus activate the recovery of youthful skin. These DNA Repair Enzymes are delivered through liposomes to penetrate deeply into the skin
- Hibiscus Peptide, an active extract works to rev up youthful cell turn over and restoring skin vitality, while achieving fuller, smoother skin,
- Rapeseed Sterols to protects against loss of hydration in the skin.
- Salicornia Herbacaea Extract, an ultra-hydrating extract retains and boosts the moisture level in the skin, and restores skin's natural lipid barrier
- Alba Flower to help soothe, inflammation, hyper-pigmentation and age spots.
- Nonapeptide-1, a skin lightening peptide that attacks UV-induced damage to help control hyper-pigmentation and inhibit age spots to restore an even skin tone.
It thereby also helps to;
- Increase moisture levels, make the skin look more glowing with a more youthful radiance.
- Make the skin plumper, more supple and hydrated
- Reduce fine lines & wrinkles
- Reveal a more even-toned, younger, healthier and more flawless skin
With combination skin, I love how light this DNA Intensive Renewal is and how quickly it absorbs into the skin, immediately leaving it feeling soft and smooth, and without any greasiness. I am at the age where I am concerned with anti-ageing with increasing lines, as well as increasing pigmentation, age spots and sun damage, and not to mention dark marks from past blemishes and acne. And after using for just a few weeks, I was very excited when I clearly started noticing that my skin was not only looking softer and smoother and clearly intensely hydrated which gave my skin a glow I haven't seen in a very long time, it also made some of my finer lines appear smaller. But what I am most impressed about is that it has made quite a difference in my skin tone, making it so much more even, with pigmentation, and those annoying acne marks so much lighter. This serum is clearly not cheap, but as you only need the smallest pump to cover your full face, the bottle will last you a long time, I estimate several months, and I can already tell that I dread the day that I run out, as my skin is clearly improving by the day using this.
Then there's the Dr. Ronald Moy DNA Lip Balm, and I don't know about you, but I am sad to admit that while I am and have been using anti-ageing products on my face for a very long time, I often use very basic products on my lips - so I am very excited about this lip balm. It is a part of the anti-ageing DNA range, and contains among others natural beeswax, cocoa seed butter, shea butter, candelila oil, plankton extract and coconut oil, combined with the DNA Repair Enzymes which are delivered through liposomes to penetrate deeply as described above, to add instant hydration and moisture to the lips, while repairing the lips and reducing the damage caused by the harsh sun. It also promises to refresh the lips, eliminate dullness and give the lips more vibrant appearance.
I have to admit that I cannot really tell any major changes or improvements in my lips since using this lip balm, but I can see that my lips look healthy with a nice sheen, without being glossy. And I actually really like this lip balm as unlike most others I've tried, it absorbs completely into the lips without any greasiness or stickiness, so within a few moments you don't even know you're wearing it - well apart from the fact that it leaves the lips feeling very soft and hydrated, so clearly the liposome technology is doing its part letting the DNA Repair Enzymes absorb completely. As it is non greasy it is seriously the perfect lip balm to use under lipsticks, though I also love using it just before bed, knowing that as it is absorbed into my skin, I won't wipe it off on my pillow, and it will continue to treat my lips throughout the night. For a lip balm the just under $20 may sound a little pricey, but once you've given it a try, you can only agree that its totally worth every cent.
So yet again more than impressed with the products from Dr. Ronald Moy, so if you haven't yet tried his products and you're concerned with anti-ageing, you really should, you won't regret it.
Dr Ronald Moy DNA Intensive Renewal - RRP: $157.50 / 30ml
Dr Ronald Moy Lip Balm with DNA Repair Enzymes - RRP: $19.90 / 4.25g
Available from Advanced Cosmeceuticals and select stockists, for further details and to enquire, contact Advanced Cosmeceuticals on 1800 242 011
* Some products may have been kindly provided for editorial consideration, and have been reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy, and reviews are 100% honest and based on personal opinion and experience. Note that The Beauty & Lifestyle Hunter is not a professional or expert, so please do not substitute these opinions as professional advice.
Remember that in between my blog posts you can always keep up with me on Twitter, Facebook, Bloglovin or Instagram
29 September 2017
PRODUCT REVIEW: CLARINS INSTANT LIGHT LIP COMFORT OILS
As a beauty blogger, needless to say that I use a large variety of different beauty products, aimed at different areas from top to toe. But every so often you come across a new type of product that really gets you excited like no other - and that's exactly what the Clarins Instant Light Lip Comfort Oils did to me..
These Clarins Instant Light Lip Comfort Oils are infused with 100% pure plant oils to nourish, soothe and plump lips, while leaving them with a just a touch a colour, and giving them a gorgeous scent at the same time. They can be used on their own for soft and hydrated lips, before lipstick for a smoother look, or on top of lipstick for added shine and gloss.
There are 7 different shades in the range, of which 4 of them have just been added to the range;
Lets start with the Candy, which is also one my favourites. This one contains organic aramanth flower extract, which is a native South American flower, which not only smells gorgeous, as well as it has hydrating and nourishing properties. This shade also has the unique feature that it will react to the PH of your lips creating a very personalised shade of pink with varies from person to person. How cool! In the tube it looks a slightly fluro pink, but on my lips it turns a pale soft pink which is enhancing the natural shade of the lips. It has a slightly sweet, floral candy scent.
Then there's Tangerine, which is also a favourite. It has the same unique PH technology, and while it has a orangy-red tint in the packaging, it gives my lips a lovely coral tint. It contains buriti extract to enhance and nourish and maintain the moisture in the lips, and it has sweet orange, or guess I should say, tangerine scent.
Next is the Mint, which initially did make me pause for a second, as I am really not one for green lips, as it looks in the tube. But thankfully it doesn't make your lips green, it actually has next to no tint leaving the lips with just a glossy look. As the name suggests, the star ingredient is menthe des champ, or menthol, to stimulate blood flow, which gives a cooling sensation, but also leaves the lips nourished while also having a plumping effect. I personally didn't see a major plumping effect, but love mint, and also the cooling and refreshing feeling on my lips. Unexpectedly, it doesn't actually smell that minty, but is rather sweet too.
Finally, there's Honey Glam, which contains tiny golden shimmer particles. On the lips it leaves a golden sheen with the glitter, and once it gloss wears off, the glitter particles tend to stay on the lips. I am not personally that fond of glitter, which is why this one is my least favourite of the bunch. That said, it is lovely to use on top of a lipstick for that extra radiance. Its star ingredient is hazelnut oil with the purpose of adding nourishment and hydration to the lips. It has a lovely warm honey scent.
Overall I am really loving these lip oils - not really because of their shades, as they are so subtle, but because they simply feel so lovely and non sticky on my lips and instantly make my lips feel so soft and smooth, and for hours after they've worn off. These lip oils have completely won me over, and I find myself reaching for them instead of my usual lip balm during the day, or in the casual situations when I'd usually use a neutral lip gloss. I can see myself repurchasing these again and again. So there are 7 shades in the range, the above four new shades along with existing Honey, Raspberry and Red Berry - I think I'll definitely need to go check out especially Raspberry and Red Berry... And you too should check them out, as they seriously are incredible, and as their name suggests, they really are so comfortable to wear.
Clarins Instant Light Lip Comfort Oil - RRP: $33.00 ea / 7ml
Available from Clarins, Myer, David Jones and select pharmacies
* Some products may have been kindly provided for editorial consideration, and have been reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy, and reviews are 100% honest and based on personal opinion and experience. Note that The Beauty & Lifestyle Hunter is not a professional or expert, so please do not substitute these opinions as professional advice.
These Clarins Instant Light Lip Comfort Oils are infused with 100% pure plant oils to nourish, soothe and plump lips, while leaving them with a just a touch a colour, and giving them a gorgeous scent at the same time. They can be used on their own for soft and hydrated lips, before lipstick for a smoother look, or on top of lipstick for added shine and gloss.
There are 7 different shades in the range, of which 4 of them have just been added to the range;
- Honey Glam, for a pop of shimmer
- Mint for a cool, natural look
- Candy, which react to the PH of your lips creating a personalised shade of pink
- Tangerine, which react to the PH of your lips creating a personalised shade of pink or coral
As for the shades, each of them are not only different in terms of their shade, but also in their unique star ingredient, scent, and thus also in its benefits to the lips.
Lets start with the Candy, which is also one my favourites. This one contains organic aramanth flower extract, which is a native South American flower, which not only smells gorgeous, as well as it has hydrating and nourishing properties. This shade also has the unique feature that it will react to the PH of your lips creating a very personalised shade of pink with varies from person to person. How cool! In the tube it looks a slightly fluro pink, but on my lips it turns a pale soft pink which is enhancing the natural shade of the lips. It has a slightly sweet, floral candy scent.
Then there's Tangerine, which is also a favourite. It has the same unique PH technology, and while it has a orangy-red tint in the packaging, it gives my lips a lovely coral tint. It contains buriti extract to enhance and nourish and maintain the moisture in the lips, and it has sweet orange, or guess I should say, tangerine scent.
Next is the Mint, which initially did make me pause for a second, as I am really not one for green lips, as it looks in the tube. But thankfully it doesn't make your lips green, it actually has next to no tint leaving the lips with just a glossy look. As the name suggests, the star ingredient is menthe des champ, or menthol, to stimulate blood flow, which gives a cooling sensation, but also leaves the lips nourished while also having a plumping effect. I personally didn't see a major plumping effect, but love mint, and also the cooling and refreshing feeling on my lips. Unexpectedly, it doesn't actually smell that minty, but is rather sweet too.
Finally, there's Honey Glam, which contains tiny golden shimmer particles. On the lips it leaves a golden sheen with the glitter, and once it gloss wears off, the glitter particles tend to stay on the lips. I am not personally that fond of glitter, which is why this one is my least favourite of the bunch. That said, it is lovely to use on top of a lipstick for that extra radiance. Its star ingredient is hazelnut oil with the purpose of adding nourishment and hydration to the lips. It has a lovely warm honey scent.
Overall I am really loving these lip oils - not really because of their shades, as they are so subtle, but because they simply feel so lovely and non sticky on my lips and instantly make my lips feel so soft and smooth, and for hours after they've worn off. These lip oils have completely won me over, and I find myself reaching for them instead of my usual lip balm during the day, or in the casual situations when I'd usually use a neutral lip gloss. I can see myself repurchasing these again and again. So there are 7 shades in the range, the above four new shades along with existing Honey, Raspberry and Red Berry - I think I'll definitely need to go check out especially Raspberry and Red Berry... And you too should check them out, as they seriously are incredible, and as their name suggests, they really are so comfortable to wear.
Clarins Instant Light Lip Comfort Oil - RRP: $33.00 ea / 7ml
Available from Clarins, Myer, David Jones and select pharmacies
* Some products may have been kindly provided for editorial consideration, and have been reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy, and reviews are 100% honest and based on personal opinion and experience. Note that The Beauty & Lifestyle Hunter is not a professional or expert, so please do not substitute these opinions as professional advice.
Remember that in between my blog posts you can always keep up with me on Twitter, Facebook, Bloglovin or Instagram
2 August 2017
PRODUCT REVIEW: MILANI COSMETICS SPOTLIGHT STROBE PALETE, MATTE LIP CREME, LIP COLOUR REMOVER AND LUXE LIP TREATMENT
One of those brand that is very hyped about at the moment is Milani Cosmetics. I was very late to the party and only just recently tried out a selection of their products (which you can read more about here), and there's no denying that the products exceed all expectations. Today I'm excited to share with you some additional products…
First up is the Milani Cosmetics Spotlight Face and Eye Strobe Palette in Sunlight, which is available in three shades, and I put the darkest shade, Golden Light, to the test. This palette is incredibly beautiful with its wavy design, which is made up from three different shades, a rose gold, a bronze and a gold. And it is truly the most versatile multitasking illuminating palette you'll come across, as it can be used as blush, highlighter on the cheek bones, cupids bow, brow bone, eye shadow and accent for the most stunning luminous glow. The shades are all very buildable, so you can apply just a touch for everyday use, or build up for a night out. I especially love the bronze shade as an eye shadow, and the rose gold on my cheeks. This colour combination is perhaps a tad dark for my current winter-pale skin, but will be absolutely perfect come summer and my skin gets slightly tanned, so for now, I wouldn't mind checking out a paler shade on my pale skin now.
The Milani Rose Powder Blush is without a doubt one of those makeup items that is featured the most amongst beauty bloggers, and with good reason as is it so incredibly stunning with its rose embossed design. But it is also such a beautiful blush to wear. I tried the shade Romantic Rose to the test, which is a matte nude dusty rose shade. And this shade is the best shade for those with pale skin, giving you a beautiful and very natural blushed cheek. Perfect for everyday makeup, or a barely there look, also because it applies with just a very subtle sheen. It is quite pigmented, so you have the choice if you want to apply just a sheer wash of colour, or have a more intense look. Just incredible, and worth all the hype.
The blush comes in a golden compact with a clear lid, so you can see and admire the beautiful embossing - and unlike the Baked Blush, this one doesn't come with a brush or mirror included, which does make the packing slightly more slimline and stylish, and again, I actually personally prefer this and leave the little brush out.
First up is the Milani Cosmetics Spotlight Face and Eye Strobe Palette in Sunlight, which is available in three shades, and I put the darkest shade, Golden Light, to the test. This palette is incredibly beautiful with its wavy design, which is made up from three different shades, a rose gold, a bronze and a gold. And it is truly the most versatile multitasking illuminating palette you'll come across, as it can be used as blush, highlighter on the cheek bones, cupids bow, brow bone, eye shadow and accent for the most stunning luminous glow. The shades are all very buildable, so you can apply just a touch for everyday use, or build up for a night out. I especially love the bronze shade as an eye shadow, and the rose gold on my cheeks. This colour combination is perhaps a tad dark for my current winter-pale skin, but will be absolutely perfect come summer and my skin gets slightly tanned, so for now, I wouldn't mind checking out a paler shade on my pale skin now.
The Milani Rose Powder Blush is without a doubt one of those makeup items that is featured the most amongst beauty bloggers, and with good reason as is it so incredibly stunning with its rose embossed design. But it is also such a beautiful blush to wear. I tried the shade Romantic Rose to the test, which is a matte nude dusty rose shade. And this shade is the best shade for those with pale skin, giving you a beautiful and very natural blushed cheek. Perfect for everyday makeup, or a barely there look, also because it applies with just a very subtle sheen. It is quite pigmented, so you have the choice if you want to apply just a sheer wash of colour, or have a more intense look. Just incredible, and worth all the hype.
The blush comes in a golden compact with a clear lid, so you can see and admire the beautiful embossing - and unlike the Baked Blush, this one doesn't come with a brush or mirror included, which does make the packing slightly more slimline and stylish, and again, I actually personally prefer this and leave the little brush out.
Then there's the Milani Cosmetics Moisture Lock Oil Infused Lip Treatment, and here I have to admit that I am completely new to lip oils. I have heard some many rave about lip oils, but just never gotten around to trying some, so very excited about this one. This one, formulated with the natural healing power of Jojoba, Avocado and Tsubaki Oil. As an added benefit, each if the 8 shades in the range is infused with different nutrient-dense oils that treat a specific concern. I tried the shade 07 Protecting Pomegranate, and it seriously has the most divine fruity scent. My lips are not usually dry, but do get drier in winter, and just one application of this, and my lips are left so soft. I love the huge sponge applicator, and the moisturisng ultra glossy finish and just a tint of the red shade. And I really love that it doesn't just sit on top of the lips like any other gloss, but that the oils absorbs into the lips to help treat and protect them. I am loving this Lip Oil, and will have to get my hands on a few extra shades and treatment options.
Next is the Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Lip Crème, which are liquid-to-matte lip crème, that formula dries to a soft, velvety matte finish. And as promised, they are very pigmented and saturated, so you get a bold opaque colour with just one swipe. The doe applicator makes it easy to apply, and shortly after it dries to the matte look. As with most matte lipsticks, I do find that it can make you lips look and feel dry, so my tip is to use a good lip balm prior to applying it, and once that has absorbed, apply the lip crème. This lip crème also stays put quite well, I managed to get approx. 5-6 hours wear, even surviving a few drinks without transferring, but then it does start to flake and look dry. I do find that I need to use a makeup remover or micellar water or if I'm on the go, a makeup wipe, to remove it completely, as I find that re-applying, doesn't give the greatest result, again as you start out from having dry lips! I do love the look and wear of these, and the shade I tried, Fabulous, is a stunning dark berry-red shade, so whenever I wear it when I'm out and about, I simply carry a travel pack of wipes (which I usually do anyway), and its well worth it. They are available in a massive 23 different shades, so definitely something for everyone
The Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Metallic Lip Crème, which are essentially the same liquid to matte lipsticks, but with tiny metallic shimmer particles that give the lips a subtle sheen, while still offering the same bold, intense colour payoff. It is also long wearing, promising up to 16 hours of wear. I don't quite feel that I can get that many hours, but usually manage 5+ hours before I feel I need to reapply (as above), but personally I also find that is very reasonable. These metallic versions are available in 15 shades, and I tried the colour Mattely In Love, which is a gorgeous red shade.
Speaking of removing these long-wearing lipsticks, of colours, of course Milani Cosmetics has thought about it with the Keep It Clean Longwear Lip Color Remover. This remover is made with safflower and grapeseed oil base with conditioners, and has a thick jelly consistency. And it is truly fantastic, just a tiny bit massaged into your lips, will remove stubborn lip colours, while still being very gentle, and the hydrating formula helps nourish and keep the lips soft and smooth. I I never knew I needed this, but now that I've tried it, I wouldn’t want to be without it.
Finally, there's the Milani Cosmetics Keep It Smooth Luxe Lip Treatment restores your dry lips and prevents lips from becoming chapped. The treatment contains Shea Butter to moisturise, well as coconut, olive, sweet almond, macadamia, jojoba, and argan oils to hydrate, while also promising to smoothe, soothe, comfort and minimise fine lines. The pale pink treatment comes in a cute little jar, and I have to admit that I would have preferred if it had come in a tube or stick, as it is simply easier to apply. But that said, it feels lovely on the lips, almost immediately absorbing, leaving the lips feeling soft and nourished, and without any greasiness. A great treatment to get your lips into shape, and to use before applying the long-wearing lipsticks.
So there you have it, another amazing selection of products from Milani, and yet again, the products have not failed to impress, so make sure you go check them out too.
Milani Cosmetics Spotlight Face & Eye Strobe Palette - RRP: $25.95 / 5g
Next is the Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Lip Crème, which are liquid-to-matte lip crème, that formula dries to a soft, velvety matte finish. And as promised, they are very pigmented and saturated, so you get a bold opaque colour with just one swipe. The doe applicator makes it easy to apply, and shortly after it dries to the matte look. As with most matte lipsticks, I do find that it can make you lips look and feel dry, so my tip is to use a good lip balm prior to applying it, and once that has absorbed, apply the lip crème. This lip crème also stays put quite well, I managed to get approx. 5-6 hours wear, even surviving a few drinks without transferring, but then it does start to flake and look dry. I do find that I need to use a makeup remover or micellar water or if I'm on the go, a makeup wipe, to remove it completely, as I find that re-applying, doesn't give the greatest result, again as you start out from having dry lips! I do love the look and wear of these, and the shade I tried, Fabulous, is a stunning dark berry-red shade, so whenever I wear it when I'm out and about, I simply carry a travel pack of wipes (which I usually do anyway), and its well worth it. They are available in a massive 23 different shades, so definitely something for everyone
The Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Metallic Lip Crème, which are essentially the same liquid to matte lipsticks, but with tiny metallic shimmer particles that give the lips a subtle sheen, while still offering the same bold, intense colour payoff. It is also long wearing, promising up to 16 hours of wear. I don't quite feel that I can get that many hours, but usually manage 5+ hours before I feel I need to reapply (as above), but personally I also find that is very reasonable. These metallic versions are available in 15 shades, and I tried the colour Mattely In Love, which is a gorgeous red shade.
Speaking of removing these long-wearing lipsticks, of colours, of course Milani Cosmetics has thought about it with the Keep It Clean Longwear Lip Color Remover. This remover is made with safflower and grapeseed oil base with conditioners, and has a thick jelly consistency. And it is truly fantastic, just a tiny bit massaged into your lips, will remove stubborn lip colours, while still being very gentle, and the hydrating formula helps nourish and keep the lips soft and smooth. I I never knew I needed this, but now that I've tried it, I wouldn’t want to be without it.
Finally, there's the Milani Cosmetics Keep It Smooth Luxe Lip Treatment restores your dry lips and prevents lips from becoming chapped. The treatment contains Shea Butter to moisturise, well as coconut, olive, sweet almond, macadamia, jojoba, and argan oils to hydrate, while also promising to smoothe, soothe, comfort and minimise fine lines. The pale pink treatment comes in a cute little jar, and I have to admit that I would have preferred if it had come in a tube or stick, as it is simply easier to apply. But that said, it feels lovely on the lips, almost immediately absorbing, leaving the lips feeling soft and nourished, and without any greasiness. A great treatment to get your lips into shape, and to use before applying the long-wearing lipsticks.
So there you have it, another amazing selection of products from Milani, and yet again, the products have not failed to impress, so make sure you go check them out too.
Milani Cosmetics Spotlight Face & Eye Strobe Palette - RRP: $25.95 / 5g
Milani Cosmetics Rose Blush - RRP: $17.95 / 17g
Milani Cosmetics Moisture Lock Oil Infused Lip Treatment - RRP:$17.95 / 2.85g
Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Lip Crème - RRP: $17.95 / 6g
Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Metallic Lip Crème - RRP: $17.95 / 7g
Milani Cosmetics Keep It Clean Longwear Lip Color Remover - RRP: $18.95 / 12g
Milani Cosmetics Keep It Smooth Luxe Lip Treatment - RRP: $19.95 / 6g
Available from Milani Cosmetics Online, as well as some products are available from The Beauty Drawers
* Products have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
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Milani Cosmetics Moisture Lock Oil Infused Lip Treatment - RRP:$17.95 / 2.85g
Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Lip Crème - RRP: $17.95 / 6g
Milani Cosmetics Amore Matte Metallic Lip Crème - RRP: $17.95 / 7g
Milani Cosmetics Keep It Clean Longwear Lip Color Remover - RRP: $18.95 / 12g
Milani Cosmetics Keep It Smooth Luxe Lip Treatment - RRP: $19.95 / 6g
Available from Milani Cosmetics Online, as well as some products are available from The Beauty Drawers
* Products have been kindly provided for consideration, and have reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.
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