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PRODUCT REVIEW: MAYBELLINE NEW YORK COLOR JOLT INTENSE LIP PAINTS

Last week the most gorgeous little PR parcel arrived at my door step - a little 'paint jar' filled with one of Maybelline's newest releases, the Lip Studio Color Jolts Intense Lip Paints. 

These little tubes promises to "Go beyond gloss with a jolt of intense colour. Paint your lips in dramatic color with Maybelline's Lip Studio Color Jolt that has 8x more pigment than a lip gloss".

These liquid lipsticks are insanely pigmented, and you can either apply them lightly for a mild yet still solid colour, or for a bold intense look apply an additional coat. Application is easy as they have a flocked precision applicator, that makes following the lip contours easy.

In Australia there are currently 8 shades available;

05 Stripped Down - a dusty beigy nude pink
10 Never Bare - a medium dusty pink
15 Fight Me Fuchsia - a hot pink
20 Orange Outburst - an bright orangy-red
25 Talk Back Red -a classic red
30 Red-dy Or Not - a darker and warmer red
35 Berry Naughty - a berry shaded red
40 Violet Rebel - a purple 

L-R: 05 Stripped Down, 10 Never Bare, 15 Fight Me Fuchsia, 20 Orange Outburst, 25 Talk Back Red, 30 Red-dy Or Not35 Berry Naughty, 40 Violet Rebel

I am not personally a fan of pale or nude lips such as Stripped Down or Never Bare although Stripped Down is darker than most nudes, so surprisingly, I've actually taken to that one, so will have to give Never Bare another chance too! I am also not overly comfortable with solid purple lips such as Violet Rebel, and the Fight Me Fuschia certainly also makes a statement, though one I've enjoyed to help brighten my face on a dull day. At the moment I cannot get enough of red lips, and consequently, I am absolute loving the four red shades, Orange Outburst, Talk Back Red, Red-dy Or Not and Berry Naughty - and actually find it difficult to say which of these I like the most. All in all it means that of the 8 shades, I am actually really liking 7 of the shades, leaving just the purple Violet Rebel on the sideline, which really isn't bad - so personally from me, it is a well done to Maybelline for putting together such a well-balanced range of wearable shades. 

But what about the formula of these Color Jolts… Overall, I like how easy they are apply and that they go on smoothly, though you do have to be careful as a little too much and they do 'bleed' due to their high pigmentation, so I do recommend blotting afterwards. The colours are all very true to the shade of the tube, and generally I found that they lasted quite well on the lips, and even when worn off, the darker red shades leave a nice stain behind on the lips. I also like that they feel quite lightly moisturising on the lips, unlike many semi-matte lipsticks which are often very drying.

Initially they do have a slight sheen, but it does wear off, leaving them looking matte. Personally, I would have liked them to be a tad glossier, but then again, you can always add a clear gloss on top if you wish.

So all in all I really feel that these Maybelline Color Jolt Intense Lip Paint are amazing, offering gorgeous colours that are easy to wear and feels lovely on the lips. And at a very affordable price too. Definitely worth a try!


Maybelline New York Color Jolt Intense Lip Paint - RRP: $14.95 / 6.4ml
Available from Priceline, and selected Coles, Woolworths and Pharmacies

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PRODUCT REVIEW: MAYBELLINE NEW YORK BRICK BRONZER

Today I'd like to share with you a brand new product launch from Maybelline NY - the Brick Bronzer...well, actually, this bronzer has not yet launched, as Maybelline is testing the waters first, and I've been one of the lucky ones to put it to the test. This Brick Bronzer is an all-in-one bronzing palette combining shimmering bricks of highlighter with a matte bronzer.

Maybelline NY Brick Bronzer, Real Techniques Buffing Brush, Cool Clutch,
Nuxe Prodigieux Le Parfum and Sisley Hydrating Long Lasting Lipstick

 

The combination of the matte bronzer and the shimmering highlighter, allows you to create just the look you want, matte or glowing. The bronzer can be used all over the face to give a warmer sun-tanned complexion, but it can also be used in specific areas to define, such as under the cheek bones to sculpt and define the face.

Here after you can finish with the a touch of the shimmery bricks in the areas where the light would naturally hit your face, such as top of the cheek bones, brow bones etc, to give the skin a natural glow.

The shade Blondes, which I tried, is a perfect match for my medium beige skin tone, with the bronzer not too dark or pale, and the highlighter sufficient amount of sheen without being too glittery or shimmery, and overall gives the skin a nice bronzed and glowing complexion.

Two thirds of the palette is made up of the matte bronzer, while the last third is the brick detailed highlighter, with pale pink, rose gold pink and bronzy shaded highlighters. You can of course use the bronzer or the highlighter individually, or alternatively combined by swirling a large brush over the whole compact for an overall sheen.

Overall I think this is a great bronzer and highlighter palette. Some may argue that it lacks a mirror, but personally I really don't care, as I wouldn't apply this on the go any way, and as always with Maybelline, you get a substantial amount of product for will, knowing Maybelline, be a bargain price.

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PRODUCT REVIEW: MAYBELLINE NEW YORK EXPRESS REMOVER AND COLOR SHOW NAIL POLISH

A few week ago I received a beautiful delivery from Maybelline New York containing among others Vivid Matte Liquid Lipsticks, but also some Color Show Nail Polishes and an Express Remover, - all to celebrate Maybelline's partnership with this season of the Bachelorette.

I am already a fan of the Maybelline Color Show Nail Polishes (which you can read more about here). But in short, these polishes are exceptionally good value at just $5.95 each (and very often on special on top of that), and the colour range huge, so at the low price you can afford to build up a colour collection. I like the short wide brush that helps give an even look, and two coats give a nice solid look, and they dry super fast too. Wear is a couple of days, but can naturally be extended with a base and top coat.

 

 

The shades I put to the test this time was: 

• Sugar Crystals - a peach shade with micro glitters. Goes on clear-ish, so it can also be used to add a bit of sparkle to any other shade
• Coral Craze - a dark coral shade
• Power Red - a bright red shade
• Candy Apple - a rich dark red shade

 

These shade are all gorgeous, in particular the 'solid' shades - the red are such classics and should be in all nail polish collections, and the coral shade, I know I'll be reaching for come the warmer sunnier days.

 

 

Now, let's get on to the Maybelline Express Remover. This is a pot that contains a fitted foam insert that is soaked with an acetone-free formula to instantly lift and remove nail polish, all while also caring for the skin and nails.

 

This pot is claimed to be an instant dip-in nail polish remover and it really works! It has a whole in the top of the foam where you insert your finger, then twist a couple of times, before pulling your finger out. And in most cases, the nail is now completely free from nail polish. It does struggle with glitter polishes, but then again, I think all nail polishes do!

  

The pot contains a foam sponge soaking in nail polish remover. The sponge is cut into two and in the middle, there’s an opening for you to dip your finger into the sponge. It’s at this stage that your turn/twist your finger or the bottle around, with the nail making contact with the sponge and therefore, effectively removing the nail polish.

  

This is actually so much quicker and easier than the 'old fashioned' method of a cotton pad soaked in nail polish remover, and it is certainly less messy too. And it is also perfect for those situation where you completely stuff it up when applying nail polish - where removing nail polish from one finger (leaving all the others intact) is near impossible, but with this jar it can now be done.

 

I do feel that I have to wash my hands afterwards, but then again, I always do anyway regardless of how I remove my nail polish.

 

I was surprised to learn that this is actually not a new product launch, but that it has been available for years - how on earth have I missed this. I love it and will without a doubt repurchase again and again.

 

 

Maybelline New York Color Show Nail Polish - RRP: $5.95 / 7ml each

Maybelline New York Express Remover - RRP: $9.95 / 75ml

  

Maybelline New York is available from Priceline, Variety Stores and select supermarkets and pharmacies

  

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PRODUCT REVIEW: LIQUID EYELINERS FROM DESIGNER BRANDS, MAYBELLINE AND L'OREAL

I have been using liquid eyeliners for as long as I can remember, but finding the right one, can be a tricky task. Today I'm putting three different ones from different brands and at different price points to the test..

Let's start with the cheapest one in the line up, the Designer Brands Crème Gel Liner. This little beauty comes in a little jar, that has a built in brush applicator. I am not used to this type of eye liners, so I did struggle the first couple of times used it, I simply got a tad messy, simply as I had way too much product on the brush! The angled design of the brush does make it possible to draw both thin and bold lines, but again, I especially struggle with the thin ones. Apart from that, it is extremely pigmented! Just one swipe gives you a solid colour,- and in actual act, the most pigmented one of the three I'm talking about today. And if its for a few moments to dry, it is also smudge proof, lasting you all day.

Next in line (pun intended), is the medium priced Maybelline NY Master Precise Curvy Eyeliner, which from the outside looks a little bit like a 'sharpie pen' with its thick design. On the inside, the felt tip, has a unique hourglass design, that is to make it easier to draw a curved line along the lashes, from corner to corner, giving a bold look, while if its tipped up on its edge, the design also make it possible to draw finer lines. This liner is also very pigmented, but if drawing a thick line, I do find that you may need to go over the line again for an intense look, but other than that, it does last all day without budging.

Finally there's the L'Oreal Paris Superliner Superstar Eyeliner, which has a unique flexible, almost tear drop style tip, that allows the eyeliner to follow the shape of the eyes for a more natural look. The tip is also super fine, and while it can make a bolder line by adding an addition line, or two, it does draw super fine lines, which is essentially what I prefer. It is also very pigmented, and with just one stroke leaves a deep black impression with a nice shiny finish.

So there you go, three different liquid eyeliners. I admit to liking each and everyone of them, but it does take some getting used to the pot and separate brush, but once you do, I'm sure the result is fabulous. The Maybelline Curvy liner is fantastic especially for those occasions where you prefer a bolder look, while the L'Oreal Superliner Superstar Eyeliner, with its ability to draw superfine lines, perfect for an everyday casual look where a more minimalistic look is preferred.


Designer Brands Crème Gel Liner - RRP: $8.95
Maybelline New York Master Precise Curvy Eyeliner - RRP: $16.95
L'Oreal Paris Superliner Superstar Eyeliner - RRP: $24.95


Designer Brands is available from Designer Brands Online, Price Attack, and select pharmacies 
Maybelline and L'Oreal are available from Priceline, Variety Stores, Department Stores, and select supermarkets and pharmacies

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PRODUCT REVIEW: MAYBELLINE NEW YORK BABY LIPS CANDY WOW

I think everyone is familiar with the Maybelline Baby Lips range. And no doubt due to the success of those, a new range of tinted ones, the Baby Lips Candy Wow range of lip glosses were introduced...

These Baby Lips Candy Wow are lip glosses in crayon format that are enriched with vitamin E to keep lips hydrated and soft whilst adding a touch of tint to the lips, and they do feel very comfortable to wear - actually, just as if you were wearing a normal lip balm. They are available in four shades: Raspberry Tangy, Mixed Berry Bubblegum, Cherry Jellybean and Peach Lollipop, each one of them with a sweet candy scent, that smells so yummy that you're almost tempted to eat them!

• Cherry Jellybean - a beautiful sheer red shade
• Mixed Berry Bubblegum - a sheer pinky purple shade
• Peach Lollipop - the palest shade with just a peachy-pink sheen
• Raspberry Tangy - a sheer pink shade



L-R: Cherry, Mixed Berry, Peach, Raspberry

The lip glosses come in bright packaging where the shade no doubt is mean to represent the actual shade, and all four shades apply with a sheer wash of colours, although the darkest colours, the Cherry and the Raspberry give the darkest tint, and hence these two are my favourites.

The lip glosses are so easy to apply thanks to the pointed crayon format, that you simply twist up when more is needed. Giving only sheer wash of tint, naturally the colour also haven't got the longest of longevity, and just a drink of water and it is more or less gone, however, without you can manage to get about two hours before you need to reapply, which is still decent for a gloss.

  

Because of the format and the sheer tint, these lip glosses are perfect for casual wear and simple makeup looks, as well as I also think they are perfect for young girls just starting out wearing makeup as it gives them just that touch of colour without being over the top.

  

The Maybelline New York Baby Lips Candy Wow are very well priced with an RRP of $6.95 each, and are available from Priceline, selected pharmacies and supermarkets.

 

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MAYBELLINE NEW YORK PRODUCT LAUNCHES JULY TO DECEMBER 2016

Two weeks ago I was so lucky to go to a Maybelline Blogger event launching all the new product launches for the second half of 2016. Everyone left the event with a huge goodie bag with most of the new products, which was very generous of Maybelline, so a huge thank you! Below is a quick run-down of all the new products.. and make sure you get a cuppa before you settle down to have a read, as there are a massive 12 new products to run through, so while I'll do my best to keep it short, it is inevitably going to be a long one..

 

For the face, Maybelline is launching the Dream Velvet Soft-Matte Hydrating Foundation, which is a foundation suitable for those with combination and oilier skin types, offering a velvety matte look for up to 12 hours, so right up my alley with my combination skin always struggling to get my foundation to stay matte past lunch time. It has gel-whipped formula containing more water than usual, so unlike other mate foundations that often leave the skin looking dry, this one is a hydrating formula making if feel very comfortable on the skin too. It's available in 10 shades. 

Then there's the Master Conceal Camouflaging Concealer, which offering full coverage, easily hiding anything from dark circles under the eyes, redness and pigmentation, yet while still looking natural and not caked on, thank to being so easy to blend. It comes in a small tube with a tiny nozzle that makes it easy to squeeze out just the amount needed, and you can then pat it onto the skin and blend it until you get the coverage you want, using either your fingertip or a brush. The concealer is available in five shades, and the Maybelline also suggested trying using the lightest and the darkest shades to contour, which I have to admit that I am yet to try. 

 

With my combination skin, I am so used to my makeup getting shiny, fading and settling into lines, so I am also very excited about the Maybelline’s Master Fix by Face Studio. The Master Fix is a translucent, lightweight mist that helps to fix and extend the wear of your makeup, preventing it from fading, settling or getting shiny. When finished applying your makeup, you simply shake the bottle, close your eyes and spray a couple of times, concentrating, naturally, at the more greasy areas such as the t-zone. The mist is so light, that you wouldn't even know you're wearing it, although the light spray does feel nice and refreshing when you apply it.

Thanks to Kim K, contouring is all the rage at the moment, and all brands from luxe all the way down to drugstore, seem to be launching contouring kits, including now Maybelline with the Master Contour Palette. This Contour Palette includes a highlighter, blush and contouring powder, as well as an angled brush, and thereby makes it easy to define and highlight your preferred features. It even comes with easy to follow instructions and images on the back of the palette, so if you're a novice at contouring like me, there's help to be found. The palette is available in two shade combinations, Light to Medium, and Medium to Dark. 

Next is the Color Sensational Blushed Nudes Eyeshadow Palette, which is a palette containing 12 nude and rosy shades ranging from pale pink and peach, nude, mauve, dusty rose, apricot, chocolate and plum. The shades are either a matte formula or enriched with rose gold pigments giving them a beautiful shimmer. The pigmentation could be a tad better, but for someone like me, not really liking anything too intense, they are perfect, and can certainly be build up to still be quite bold, and longevity is also decent, especially when used in combination with a primer. As always, shades can be used individually, or in combination - and actually, Maybelline has made the palette foolproof, by making suggestions on the back of the palette how they shades can be used for a combination of looks, using either 2, 3 or 4 shades at a time, for a total of 13 different looks which you can also see swatches and tutorials of on their website. 

The Maybelline Volum' Express Falsies Push Up Drama Mascara promises 'dramatic lift and massive volume' - by helping to thicken and give the lashes volume, and thanks to the unique curved push-up brush that scoops the lashes from roots to tips, it also plumps and lifts the lashes, which holds throughout the day, thanks to the added styling wax. At first use I did find that it was a little clumping, but then again, I mostly find that is the case with new mascaras, and you have to use them a few times before they stop over-applying, and apply just the amount of mascara needed to avoid the clumping. With a name like Express Falsies, it does imply that you can skip applying false lashes when using this mascara, and while I am the first to admit that I never use false lashes, I wouldn't quite say that it manages to do that. However, that said, a few coats and it certainly gives my lashes a decent amount of volume, thickness and lift, so I will enjoy using this mascara. And besides how cute is the pink and red packaging!!

 

Also for the eyes, is the Maybelline Lasting Drama Gel 24H Automatic Pencil, a gel in a pencil format, that provides intense colour and a precise and smudge proof crisp line that stay put for 24hours thanks to its waterproof, not that I could ever imagine wearing makeup for that long, as it would essentially mean wearing it to bed, and that's just a huge no-no for me. And this eyeliner is really super soft and so easy to apply, and really also does stay put throughout the day as promised. I can also see this one becoming a staple in my collection as with my sensitive and often watery eyes, I am always struggling to get my eyeliner to stay put. It is only available in Beyond Black, and I would love if there was also a very dark brown version available. 

 



Brows are still one of the key trends, and to match, Maybelline is launching the Brow Drama Pomade Crayon, which is essentially a chubby stick/crayon that helps sculpt, tame and colour brows. You simply draw over your brows with feathery strokes to fil in sparse areas. It's super easy, and the result is natural, so this one is sure to become one of my favourites too. It is available in three shades, Dark Blonde, Medium Brown and Dark Brown. 

 

Moving on to the lips, Maybelline is adding to the ever popular Baby Lips with the introduction of the Baby Lips Balm & Blush, which as the name suggests adds a hint of tint, a sheer natural flush of colour to both lips and lips. They come packaged in cute little pots with coloured lids, but unfortunately a little bulky in the handbag. They have been enriched with antioxidant rich vitamin E to add moisture to lips and cheeks. The round balm is easy to apply to either lips or cheeks, and once dry, the leave a nice sheen too, without being greasy or sticky. There are four shades available;

• Innocent Peach
• Shimmering Bronze
• Flirty Pink
• Juicy Rose
 

 

Of these I prefer the two darker shades, the Flirty Pink and the Juicy Rose, as they, while still going on sheer, still apply the darkest. For me, these will be its something that I'd wear on no-makeup days, otherwise preferring more intense lipsticks to tints, but if I had been younger, I can easily see myself wanting to get hold of every shade available, so I can also imagine that these will be a big hit with younger teenage girls.

 

 

Maybelline is also launching a new limited edition range in the Color Sensational line, the Color Sensational Blushed Nudes Lipsticks, which are enriched with pure precious oil to make then feel rich and creamy on the lips. The shades all have a nice golden sheen due to containing rose gold pigments to create a warm blushed look on the lips. The range includes six shades; 

 

• Fairly Bare (107)
• Tip Top Tulle (117)
• Sunset Blush (137)
• More to Adore (157)
• Pink Fling (207)
• Lust Affair (407)

 

 

 

 

I'm not particularly fond of very pale shades, so my favourites are Sunset Blush which has a slightly coral tinge, More to Adore with its mid-pink shade, Pink Fling with a dusty rose/mauve shade, and in particular the darkest shade Lust Affair with its pinky-red fuchsia shade.

 

 

 

Another new lip stick launch is the Maybelline Color Sensational Vivid Matte Liquid, which is probably what has most girls excited with its intense pigment and matte look. These liquid lipsticks have a really good colour payoff, and unlike most other matte look lipsticks, they surprisingly still feels lovely and moisturising on the lips. No more flaky dry, and uncomfortably feeling lips. The range is available in 8 shades;

• Nude Flush (05)
• Electric Pink (15)
• Orange Shot (25)
• Fuchsia Ecstasy (30)
• Rebel Red (35)
• Berry Boost (40)
• Possessed Plum (45)
• Nude Thrill (50)

 

 

 

Again, I am not particularly good with nudes, so unfortunately Nude Thrill is not right for me, and Electric Pink is a little too fluoro pink, reminding me too much of the 80s, so not a match for me either - but other than that, I am surprised to say that I really love all the other shades. If I had to pick favourites, you just cannot go wrong with a classic red such as the Rebel Red, and the I really love the orangy-red Orange Shot, but again, the remainder of the shades are sure to get some good outings too.

 

 

Finally, Maybelline is also adding a few new limited edition shades to Color Show Blushed Nudes Nail Polish, which includes; 

• Make Me Blush
• Dusty Rose
• Mod Mauve
• Crimson Flush

 

 

 

Of these I particularly love the dusty fuchsias shade, Crimson Flush and the dusty mid-brown shade, Mod Mauve. The other two shades are lovely too, but I think i will love them more come spring and summer. These nail polishes are easy to apply evenly and streak-free thanks to the short wide brush. It does require two coats for a solid colour pay-off, but that's pretty normal, and they have a good wear of a few days, which as always can easily be extended by a few days by using a base and top coat.

So there you go, all the new releases from Maybelline launching from now and the rest of the year. Some of them have already hit the stores, and others will be arriving over the coming months, so make sure to keep your eyes peeled.

Maybelline Dream Velvet Soft-Matte Hydrating Foundation - RRP: $22.95

Maybelline Master Conceal Camouflaging Concealer - RRP: $17.95

Maybelline Master Fix Wear Boosting Setting Spray - RRP: $15.95

Maybelline Master Contour Face Contouring Kit - RRP: $19.95

Maybelline Color Sensational Blushed Nudes Eye Palette - RRP: $25.95

Maybelline Volum' Express Falsies Push Up Drama Mascara - RRP: $14.95

Maybelline Lasting Drama Gel 24H Automatic Pencil - RRP: $16.95

Maybelline Brow Drama Pomade Crayon RRP: $21.95

Maybelline Color Sensational Blushed Nudes Lipsticks - RRP: $17.95

Maybelline Baby Lips Balm & Blush - RRP: $9.95

Maybelline Color Sensational Vivid Matte Liquid - RRP: $17.95

Maybelline Color Show Blushed Nudes Nail Polish - RRP: $5.95

Maybelline New York is available from Priceline, variety stores and select pharmacies and supermarkets

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PRODUCT REVIEW: MAYBELLINE NEW YORK COLOR SHOW NAIL POLISHES AND DR. RESCUE

Today I'd like to talk about some of my favourite drugstore nail polishes, the Color Show Nail Polishes  and Dr. Rescue from Maybelline New York.

These nail polishes claim to have 2x more pigments so only one coat is necessary, which is true for some of the shades, while the lighter of the shades do require 2+ coats for a solid colour. The polishes have a small flat brush that makes them quick and easy to apply.

As promised they are also fairly long-wearing and I do manage to get a few days wear from them before they start chipping at the ends, but here is also important to note than I probably wash my hands more than most during the day with two nappy wearing little kids! But even so, I still find that reasonable, especially considering the low price. 

 

 

But of course you can extend the wear by using a base and top coat such as those from the Maybelline Dr. Rescue range, which includes:  

• Dr. Rescue Colour Correcting Base Coat
• Dr. Rescue Gel Effect Top Coat
• Dr. Rescue All in One

The Colour Correcting Base Coat has got an off-white shade that evens and whitens the nail, to make applying nail polish easier, make it last longer, and give a more solid, longer-lasting nail color.

 

The Gel Effect Top Coat helps seal in your nail polish so that it lasts longer, while giving it a high-gloss gel effect finish.

  

Finally, the All in One is both a base and a top coat, which has an inbuilt strengthener that protects the nails throughout the day and also gives the nails a high gloss finish

  

Using a base and a top coat, or alternatively the All in One does extend the wear of your manicure by a few days, and gives it an even glossier finish too. While I like all three products, personally I have been reaching for the All in One as I like that it has an inbuilt strengthener too!

  

Back to the nail polishes... One think I am not fond of is the strong chemical scent they have, no doubt as they are not 3-free, which generally is the case for nail polishes in the price range. So at least I make sure my little boys are not near me when I paint my nails as I don't want them to inhale the strong fumes.

  

There are a massive 26 shades in the range, which does make it very difficult to pick favourites, but a few of mine include Urban Coral (an orangy-red), Bubblicious (a fuchsia) and Broadway Blues (a bright French blue).

 

 

Maybelline New York Color Show Nail Polish - RRP: $5.95 / 7ml each 

Maybelline New York Dr. Rescue Colour Correcting Base Coat - RRP: $6.95 / 7ml each 

Maybelline New York Dr. Rescue Gel Effect Top Coat - RRP: $6.95 / 7ml each 

Maybelline New York Dr. Rescue All in One - RRP: $6.95 / 7ml each

 

Maybelline New York is available from Priceline, Variety Stores and select supermarkets and pharmacies

   

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PRODUCT REVIEW: MAYBELLINE NEW YORK COLOR SENSATIONAL CREAMY MATTE LIPSTICKS

I have to be quite honest and admit that I generally don't love matte lipsticks. No, that's not true, because I actually love the look of a beautiful matte lipstick, what I don't like is the feeling of dry lips that matte lipsticks usually bring with them. Yet, as I've so loved previous Colour Sensational Lipsticks from Maybelline (including the Rebel Bloom Range, which you can read about here), I can't deny being just a little excited about these new Color Sensational Creamy Matte Lipsticks.  

 

 

The lipsticks promises to give a burst of bold intensely saturated colour, with a matte look, all while having a very creamy formula.

 

The new range of Creamy Mattes are available in 8 beautiful shades ranging from deep pink, reds and plums, while I tried four of the shades;  

 

• Daringly Nude (655) - Pale dusty nude pink
• Mesmerizing Magenta (680) - Blue tinted fuchsia
• Siren in Scarlet (690) - Blue tinted warm red
• Divine Wine (695) - Dark berry 

 

I am generally not very good with nude shades, maybe because I still haven't found the right one to match my colouring, but that does mean that them Daringly Nude shade is my least favourite of these four, although it is one of the better nudes that I've come across in a long time.  

 

L-R: Darlingly Nude, Mesmerizing Magenta,
Siren in Scarlet, Divine Wine

 

From here it gets a little tricky as I really love the next three bold shades, they are very different, but regardless I actually love each of them.

 

Now onto the actual formula of the lipsticks, and here I have to admit that I am impressed, I wasn't expecting much, as matte lipsticks have failed miserably in the past, but these Color Sensational Creamy Matte Lipsticks really are creamy and very comfortable to wear without feeling tacky or drying the lips out. They slide onto the lips very easily and smoothly and are also incredibly pigmented, which also mean that they last really well on the lips - in fact, the darker shades managed to stay put through a sandwich lunch! I did do one touch up during the day for a bit of extra oomph mid-day, but that is also pretty impressive in my opinion.

  

Packaging wise, these lipsticks look like other Color Sensational Lipsticks, only the plastic case is a frosted purply-bronish-grey shade, that is actually really lovely. What I also like about these is that they have their colour coded label in one end, so if you happen to have several colours from the collection, you can easily see the shades up.

  

Overall I am really impressed with these Maybelline Color Sensational Creamy Matte Lipsticks as Maybelline really has succeeded in making a matte lipstick feel soft and moisturising, so I already plan to check out the remainder of the shades!

  

 

Maybelline Color Sensational Creamy Matte lipsticks - RRP: $17.95

Available from Priceline, Big W, Target, Kmart and selected pharmacies

 

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PRODUCT REVIEW: MAYBELLINE NEW YORK COLOR SENSATIONAL REBEL BLOOM LIP COLOR

During the many months I was at the Children's Hospital with our little baby I received a beautiful parcel of some new product launches from Maybelline to coincide with spring and summer 2015. Unfortunately I was simply to distracted to post about these, until now. One of the new products were the Maybelline New York Color Sensational Rebel Bloom Lip Color..

Top to Bottom: 700, 705, 710, 715, 720, 725, 730, 735, 740, 745

These Color Sensational Rebel Bloom Lip Colors are promoted as a range of bright pastel colours that 'rebel', and I really like that they add an unusual pop of vibrant colour to the pastel shades otherwise seen in early spring.

The range is available in 10 shades, which include;

700 Barely Bloomed
705 Blushing Bud
710 Petal Pink
715 Hibiscus Pop
720 Power Peony
725 Lilac Flush
730 Orchid Ecstasy
735 Rose Rush
740 Coral Burst
745 Peach Poppy

L-R: 745, 740, 735, 730, 725, 720, 715, 710, 705, 700

Personally I am not a huge fan of too pale lipsticks, so again, I really like that these pastels are brighter than usual pastels. Yet still, my favourites of these 10 shades are without a doubt the darker shades 735 Rose Rush and 740 Coral Burst, along with an classical dusty rose shade, shade 705 Blushing Bud.

The formula has been honey nectar to give the lips a smooth look and add moisture to the lips.

And they do feel lovely and moisturising on the lips, although they could be more moisturising for my personal liking, but at least they are not, and do not feel drying on the lips which is really the main thing.

L-R: 745, 740, 735, 730, 725, 720, 715, 710, 705, 700

But what I really like about these are that they are very pigmented, just one swipe is enough for full colour intensity, and with a nice sheen.

They also have a fairly good wear on the lips, longest with 4+ hours for the darker shades such as shades 730 Orchid Ecstasy and 735 Rose Rush.

The lipsticks have a faint vanilla scent, which I am not a huge fan of as I find it a little odd and artificial, but as this is quite subtle I can certainly live with it.
They all come with a pinky-purple casing that almost matches shade 725 Lilac Flush. This gives them a bright and girly look too, as well as make them easy to spot in an over-crowded handbag. I also like that each has a colour-matched sticker at the end so if you have several shades you can easily find the one you are after. 

Overall this is a lovely range of lipsticks, and I dare say that there is something in this range to suit every taste and occasion, whether you like something pale and neutral, and varying shades of pink, fuchsia, purple and red shades.

The Maybelline New York Color Sensational Rebel Bloom Lip Color have an RRP of $16.95 each, and are available from Priceline, select pharmacies and supermarkets.

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PRODUCT REVIEW: MAYBELLINE NEW YORK SUPERSTAY 14HR MEGAWATT LIPSTICK

Today I'd like to share with you the Maybelline SuperStay 14hr Megawatt Lipstick;

What They Say:

Amp up colour this summer with Maybelline NY’s new high voltage bright lip colour. In supercharged shades, SuperStay 14hr Megawatt Lipstick delivers statement bold lips that lasts for 14 hours.

RRP: $18.95 – Available from Priceline, supermarkets, pharmacies and variety stores from October 2014


What I Say:
Maybelline promises a formula that provides comfortable coverage without drying, dragging or fading. The range is available in 5 shades;






L-R; Burst of Coral, Coral Beams, Neon Pink,
Flash of Fuchsia, Red Rays

 

• Neon Pink - 120
• Coral Beams - 125
• Flash of Fuchsia - 135
• Burst of Coral - 455
• Red Rays - 575

  

All of the colours are lovely and bright, yet very wearable, so I cannot even say which colour is my favourite of the five. However, unfortunately only five shades have been launched in Australia, as per usual, although there are 14 colours available that have been launched in Europe. The remaining colours do include some slightly less bright colours, including mauve and dusty pinks so it would be great to see those shades here too as some stage as that way the range may appeal to a wider audience.

 

 

Neon Pink

 

Coral Beams

 

Flash of Fuchsia

 

Burst of Coral

 

 

Red Rays

 

 

The lipsticks come in a compact bullet style compact packaging, which is smaller than the average lipstick. It is bright and also shows the shade of the lipstick, which I really like as it makes it so much easier to find your selected shade amongst countless other lipsticks in the makeup drawer.

 

 

L-R; Burst of Coral, Coral Beams, Neon Pink,
Flash of Fuchsia, Red Rays

 

 

The lipstick has a bit of a dry consistency, yet it does apply easily. It is also very pigmented so just one swipe is more than sufficient for a full coverage. It dries to a more or less matte finish. Unfortunately it is not as creamy as I had hoped for, but guess that is probably due to the matte finish. Consequently it is also a little drying on the lips, so it may not be the best choice of lipstick for those with dry lips.

 

 

 

L-R; Burst of Coral, Coral Beams, Neon Pink,
Flash of Fuchsia, Red Rays

 

 

Maybelline claims, though the name, that the lipstick stays put for 14 hours, which is a huge claim. So does it deliver? Well it is certainly long-lasting, although I personally cannot get it to last that long. It last well through breakfast, drinks of water, tea and coffee, but budges after my lunch, although it does leave a touch of a stain behind.

  

It is also worth a mention that the lipsticks have the most divine fruity scent and taste pretty good too.

 

Overall, these lipsticks are quite nice, and certainly have a longer wear than most. So if you need a pop of matte colour, then they will be right up your alley..

   

*Product was kindly provided for consideration, and has reviewed in accordance with my Disclosure Policy.

 

 

 

What do you think of these SuperStay 14hr Megawatt Lipsticks from Maybelline? Fan of bright lips?

 

  

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