Want To Try A Darker Lip This Season? Check Out These Four Lip Colours I’ve Fallen For This Uh, Autumn.

October 10, 2011 | 23 Responses

Ah, the season of the polished, darker lips is finally upon us. Fall is all about drama. After wearing the neon pinks and oranges all summer, I have missed my dramatic reds, berries and plums. Here are four colour options that I have been wearing and loving lately.

From top to bottom: Maybelline 830 Plum Shine, Vasanti Denmark, FACE atelier Prim Rose, Maybelline Cranberry Crave

Maybelline 830 Plum Shine Color Sensational High Shine Lipstick *

I first saw Maybelline 830 Plum Shine Color Sensational High Shine Lipstick ($9.99) on Michelle of Lipstick Rules. She raved about the lipstick, and of course, I had to have it. At this price, I’d definitely pick up a few more. Plum Shine is a plum-berry with a glossy, frosty finish. I usually stay away from frosty lipsticks, but this one is done just right; I don’t feel tacky old lady with this lipstick on. The glossy finish makes it a great option for lipgloss girls who want to try lipstick for the first time.

Maybelline 830 Plum Shine Color Sensational High Shine Lipstick

Wearing Maybelline 830 Plum Shine Color Sensational High Shine Lipstick

Vasanti Denmark Ultra Luxe Lipstick

It comes as no surprise to me that Vasanti Denmark Ultra Luxe Lipstick ($15) is one of Vasanti’s best-selling lipstick shades. I mean, really, this is a “look at me” kinda shade. So own it. Denmark is an opaque berry magenta. Because of its creamy formula, I pair it with Annabelle Burgundy Lipliner so it doesn’t migrate outside my lip line. The shade wears a long time, stains the lips, and has Vasanti’s signature guava scent. I think it might be a good dupe for MAC Rebel Lipstick.

Vasanti Denmark Ultra Luxe Lipstick

Wearing Vasanti Denmark Ultra Luxe Lipstick

FACE atelier Prim Rose Lip Glaze

I wrote about it before, and I still think that FACE atelier’s Lip Glaze is one of the best lipgloss formulas out on the market. I picked up FACE atelier Prim Rose Lip Glaze ($22) at IMATS last year and I’m so glad I did. Primrose is a beautiful plummy rose lipgloss. It is opaque, non-sticky and unscented. I like this one because it’s a “my lips but vampier” kinda colour. It’s certainly darker than my natural lip colour, but it is still a swipe-and-go kind of shade. Don’t let the higher price fool you. The tube is huge; it contains 0.5 oz of product, whereas MAC Lipglass has 0.17 oz. That’s almost 3x the product! This one is so worth the price.

FACE atelier Prim Rose Lip Glaze

Wearing FACE atelier Prim Rose Lip Glaze

Maybelline 85 Cranberry Crave Shine Sensational Lipgloss *

If you like your lip gloss on the sheer side, I like Maybelline 85 Cranberry Crave Shine Sensational Lipgloss ($6.99). This one has a sweet taste, though, but it’s not totally awful. It is super glossy and low on the shimmer. This is a great pick for those who don’t usually go bold on the lips. It’s perfect to layer on top of the Plum Shine lipstick.

Maybelline 85 Cranberry Crave Shine Sensational Lipgloss

Wearing Maybelline 85 Cranberry Crave Shine Sensational Lipgloss

Other Great Colours For Fall…

Here are some more from the lipstick vault that you might want to try.

Your Favourite Lipsticks/Lipglosses For Fall: Go!

It’s totally the best season for lips. What are your old standbys, or new acquisitions for the colder season?

Disclosure: Items marked with * were sent by manufacturer for consideration only.

Beware of the Lipstick Bandits.

September 12, 2011 | 56 Responses

I am a member of the Lipstick Bandits. We obsess over lipstick, and convince you that yes, you do need another red lipstick because this one is a blue red, while that one is a tomato red. Or this one is a matte, and that one is a cream. You get the point.

Because we are a band of beauty bloggers, naturally we make a pact with a face of the day. Here’s mine.

Products I Used

Eyes

MAC Blacktrack Fluidline. Apply a ridiculous amount as a mask, and line eyes to create a feline shape… mrrreow!
L’Oreal Black Voluminous Million Lashes Mascara. Generously run through top and bottom lashes.
shu uemura tutu laceflare False Eyelashes*. Because it’s fun to make your eyes feel like ballerinas.
Illamasqua Alchemy Precision Ink Liner. Outline the mask with this fine glitter liner. Because it’s not a Glitter Geek mask without glitter!
Marcelle Pure Gold Lux Diamond Liquid Eyeliner*. Add a chunkier glitter on top of Alchemy for high shine and sparkle.

Skin

FACE atelier 6 Honey mixed with Zero Plus Ultra Foundation. Nothing says badass bandit like a flawless base.
Marcelle Translucent Medium Face Powder*. Set with loose powder patted on with a brush.

Lips

FACE atelier Revenge Lipstick. Apply a dark red around the edges of the lips and feather / blend inwards.
Vasanti USA Soft Finish Matte Lipstick. Apply a true red in the middle of the lips for an ombré effect.

More Pictures!

Close-up of shu uemura tutu laceflare false eyelashes (new with Novadiva Autumn 2011/Winter 2012 collection)

Ombré red lips

Blue Steel

Who am I kidding?

Hope you enjoyed the look. I had a lot of fun creating it and feeling slightly creepy while wearing this makeup. Don’t forget to visit my fellow lipstick bandits’ amaaaazing creations:

Disclosure: Products marked with * were sent by PR/manufacturers for consideration only.

Summer Must-Have: Vasanti Micronized Silky Blush in Andes.

June 29, 2011 | 16 Responses

Now that summer is in full swing (yay!), my makeup regimen is simpler. On most days I ditch the eye makeup (save for mascara) altogether. Instead of putting the emphasis on the eyes, I like to play up the golden tan I get during these hot sunny months. My bronzer gets a lot of face time (literally) and so does Vasanti Micronized Silky Blush in Andes ($15).

Vasanti Micronized Silky Blush in Andes

Andes is a gorgeous shimmery apricot blush. It’ll wear nicely on the lightest of skin tones as well as beauties with deeper skin. If you have a problem with overpacking on your summer vacation — and who doesn’t? — this is a good one to stash in your bag. It’ll be your blush and bronzer in one.

Vasanti Micronized Silky Blush in Andes

Just like their eyeshadow, Vasanti’s blush is silky smooth and finely milled. It adds a nice radiance to the skin instead of imparting a sparkly mess. It’s the same size (3.2 g / 11 oz) and price as the eyeshadow as well. If you have a lot of pink in your skin, don’t be scared of this colour; you might be pleasantly surprised. The neutral tones in this blush counteracts the orange, but it’s not too dark that it’ll look dirty on your skin. If you’re new to blush, this is also a good starter blush to avoid getting that clown-y feeling.

Vasanti Micronized Silky Blush in Andes Swatches (day light without flash / with flash)

Wearing Vasanti Micronized Silky Blush in Andes

Do You Simplify Your Makeup Regimen in the Summer?

In this week alone, I noticed that I only wore 6 products on average: powder foundation, concealer, bronzer, mascara, brows, lipstick. That’s pretty low maintenance for me! I think one of the reasons is that I’d rather be outside than spend time getting ready inside. Are you with me?

How about you? Do you simplify your makeup when it’s hot outside?