Review: Jordana Sweet Cream Matte Liquid Lip Colors! (+ Swatches!)

Spring/Summer Shades!

Brights = Spring & Summer right? RIGHT! Today I have a colorful review for you and it's all about the NEW Jordana Sweet Creams Matte Liquid Lip Colors! Jordana claims that these are a liquid to velvet formula that keeps the lips feeling comfortable and never dry. Big claims... lets get into the details! :-)

They retail for $4.99 which makes them the most affordable liquid lipsticks in my collection! You can find them at Walgreens, Kmart or if you're an online shopper like myself you can order directly from the Jordana website.There's 12 shades available on the site and all the shades look beautiful! I wanted some bright colors in my life, specially in the liquid form and these have proven to be great.

The applicator is comfortable and helps with precision. They smell amazing, like vanilla frosting! It doesn't linger but it will leave you craving a cupcake haha. The formula reminds me of the Milani Amore Matte Lip Cremes... but better. They are sister companies which means they release very similar products but I've had better luck with the Jordana formula. They are very longwearing which is my biggest pro! I wore one on 6 hour road trip and it looked amazing till the very end!

Here are the shades I have! Some brights and some nudes, overall super pretty shades! I will say they aren't consistent across the board. Raspberry Tart and Tiramisu went on nicely and opaque in one layer. Mixed Berry Souffle and Mango Sorbet were a little patchy but another layer did the trick. Creme Brulee was the patchiest but it's the lightest shade. They all layer beautifully in my opinion so I don't mind having to build them up. The dry down in seconds and then they stay put all day! :-)

I'm a fan of this formula! They are comfortable and stay put which is what I look for in liquid lipsticks. The packaging is simplistic which is fine by me because the cost will stay low. You can't beat $4.99 and the color selection! Definetely give these a try and if you have let me know your thoughts down below!

Review: Maybelline Color Sensational Rebel Bloom Lipsticks!

Ready For Spring!

Maybelline lipsticks are one of  the best at the drugstore! When they release their collections I'm all over it like white on rice haha ;-) The Rebel Bloom line has been out in the market for few months now and it finally feels right to wear these colors after this ridiculously cold winter. They are super affordable, within the $5-$7 price range and a really great formula! There's a ton of pastels in this line which honestly isn't my taste but I managed to find two shades that were perfect for me and the upcoming season.

Let's start of with packaging... so cute! I love packaging that stands out, anything to make it more visible for me in my makeup collection haha. Now lets get into the formula! It's really creamy and comfortable. Since they are glossy they have a slick feel to them but not bad at all, pretty moisturizing actually! The pigmentation is not the most opaque but you definitely get some color payoff. The Maybelline Vivids are one of my favorite lipsticks, the were a spring release about 2-3 years ago. I thought these were going to be more like the those but they're just a bit more sheer.

Here are some swatches. Pretty colors even though this is as opaque as you can get them!

*Blushing Bud- a pinky nude, my favorite, surprisingly since I love me some bold colors haha. This is a great choice for an everyday color. Reminds me a bit of Mac's Cream Cup!

*Orchid Ecstasy- a beautiful orchid shade, perfect for spring! Makes your lips look really luscious!

Bottom line: If you're looking for some lip colors that will brighten up your day and get you pumped for spring these are a great option. For someone who enjoys pastels you're bound to fall in love with the other colors in the line. If you're wanting something more wearable then I recommend these colors. The formula is very comfortable, not the most long wearing but for quick wash of color they're great! :-)

Review: Maybelline ColorSensational Vivids! + swatches!

Saturated Color At Great Prices!

Last Spring/Summer Maybelline released their Vivids line of lipsticks and I wanted each and everyone of them! Since I wasn't planning on spending $80 at the time I waited a bit before purchasing them. I was so happy to find them on sale on Target.com for about $2.50 and... they were worth the wait! The ColorSensational is a wonderful formula but these are out of this world. They are extremely pigmented and full of life. They are a great addition to anyone's lippie collection! :-)

They come in red/orange packaging that will stand out on your next drugstore visit. There's a total of 10 shades in the line and I only purchased eight of them. They're all unique but there was a orange and red one that I felt I wouldn't wear too often. Here are the lip swatches:

From left to right (click to enlarge!):

*Pink Pop- a blue based baby pink, doesn't look too flattering on me but I'm sure a lot of people will like this one! Reminds me a bit of Mac's Snob.

*Fuchsia Flash- a hot pink, one of my favorites!

*Shocking Coral- a pink with coral tones. This color is amazing and will look great if you have a tan!

*Vivid Rose- a bright magenta pink. This color is the perfect darker pink shade that still look bright and fun.

*Vibrant Mandarin-  a orange based red, looks crazy in the tube but great on! I was a bit hesitant about this color but I'm so glad I tried it.

*On Fire Red- a bright red that makes your lips look juicy! It's the perfect red for a night out. It's also one of my favorites!

*Hot Plum- a bright pink with purple tones. This is the color I wore on my birthday and I got so many compliments!

*Brazen Berry- a bright purple with a bit of pink to make it wearable. It's the perfect shade if you're looking to try out the color of the year "Radiant Orchid"!

 

Bottom line: All these shades are super creamy and hydrating! The lasting power is about 3-4 hours which is pretty good. I love the formula and any of these shades would look amazing with minimal makeup. Just picture it: winged liner, nude shadow and BOOM- a bright lipstick! These aren't limited edition so you can find them at your local drugstore. I would checkout Ulta now because they're having 40% off Maybelline products! :-)









Review: NYC Expert Last Lipstick!

Spring Shades + Great Price!

It's starting to feel a lot more like Spring here in Utah and what better way to embrace it than with new bright lipsticks! While visiting my local Walmart I came across the NYC or New York Color display and quickly notice a brand new lipstick line. I tried some of their other ones before but to be honest they were not good. In that case you got what you paid for...which wasn't much. This new line called Expert Last Lipstick is really amazing! For less than $2 you're getting cute packaging, bold pigmentation and a long lasting formula!

The line has so many shades to choose from but my only complaint is that only a few of them are cream finishes. For the most part the others are frosty or shimmery. So since I always stray away from glittery lips I purchased 2 cream shades. The packaging matches the color of the lipstick which is always a plus. It comes with a clear cap that snaps on shut, nothing too out of the ordinary. You do have to be careful though when you put the cap back on because the lipstick doesn't go all the way down so it's possible to crush it haha.

Here are the colors:

From left to right:

*Forever Fuchsia- A bright blue based pink/purple, stunning!

*Berry Me- A mauve berry, perfect for wearing everyday! Plus the name is so cute! haha

The colors are so bold and creamy. They keep your lips moisturized even when the color starts to fade. But don't worry, it's lasting power is about 4-5 hours so it won't budge for a while!

 

Bottom line: These lipsticks are superb! For less than $2 your getting a greatly formulated lipstick that won't disappoint you. The other lipsticks that NYC offers are not as great plus they have that plastic smell that irritates me. These smell awesome, look awesome and are just....Awesome! ;-)



Review: Covergirl LipPerfection Lipcolors!

New Shades!

Recently I went on a blush overload and completely forgot about my previous loves... lipsticks! I love bright, vibrant lipsticks so when I saw these Covergirl LipPerfection Lipcolors I knew I had to have them! The LipPerfection line has been out for bit now but they released some new beautiful shades. I own two previous shades and I love them. The lipstick is super creamy and hydrating, one of my favorite lipstick lines from the drugstore! They retail for about $5 each and I managed to get these new shades from walmart.com. The packaging is amazing, definitely stands out from other affordable lipsticks. It's like a gunmetal color, super sleek! I love how they display the color you're getting at the bottom of the lipstick. Here are the swatches:

*Honeyed- a peachy pink nude with a cream finish. I have very few nudes in my collection because I don't think they're too flattering on me. This one looks really pretty on, doesn't wash me out and it's also a great mixing color. It does emphasize fine lines on your lips, but most nudes do.

*Yummy- a baby pink nude with a cream finish. I owned Mac's Cream Cup (before it melted!haha) and this one remind me a lot of it. Cream Cup is a slight bit darker but still in the same color family. This would be a great alternative for it! This one applied more evenly than Honeyed.

*Sweet- a bright medium coral with a cream finish.  I love this color! It's perfect for spring and summer. This one is a more opaque color but just as creamy as the rest. I'm looking forward to wearing this one! :-)

*Bombshell- a bright fuchsia with a cream finish. This lipstick has the best color payoff of the bunch. It really complements my skin tone and looks amazing with a neutral eye! I love the shine these lippies give off, makes your lips look great!

I'm not drawn to any shimmer or frost in my lipsticks which is why all of these are cream finishes. These last about 2-3 hours max so they're not too long wearing. They don't claim to be long lasting but they do claim to improve the texture of your lips in 7 days. I'm not sure how true that is but I must say... my lips feel smoother after wearing them!

Bottom line: If you're looking for a great inexpensive lipstick give these a try! The line has a great color selection and a range of finishes. They are really smooth and creamy so they feel amazing on. They have a vanilla scent with hints of a plastic smell but nothing that lingers. The best part is that in most drugstores you can get these on a BOGO sale. :-)











Review: NYX Butter Lipsticks!

Smooth Delights!

You guys know I'm in love with the NYX Butter Glosses (check out that review!) so I just had to try the NYX Butter Lipsticks! The glosses are amazing so I kinda purchased these with high expectations. The line has 22 shades ranging from nudes to brighter colors (my favorite!). Based on other reviews it was clear that the lighter shades weren't the best. They seem to be inconsistent in pigmentation and application so I stayed away from those. I love the colors that I chose, I didn't have any problems with them and they look beautiful on. These cost $6 each and can be found on Nyxcosmetics.com or Ulta.com.

So there's a lot of things that make these lipsticks amazing. First off the packaging is super cute! The color of the tube is exactly what you get. I love how bright and festive they look, it's just something that you want to take with you everyday haha. Another great thing about these is that they are ridiculously smooth! Just like the name, they feel like butter. The pigmentation is awesome and formula of these just makes your lips look juicy... and who wouldn't want that?! I also enjoy the way the lipstick is shaped. It looks like any other lipstick but the point makes it so easy to fill in the shape of your lip perfectly without bleeding out the lines.  Here are some lip swatches and I'll go ahead and list the names below.

 





From left to right:

*Sweet Tart- Medium pink, perfect for spring!

*Razzle- Bright Fuchsia

*Hunk- Berry violet, perfect for transitioning from winter to spring!

*Mary Janes- True red

 

Bottom line: I love these lipstick and would definitely recommend them! They are very moisturizing and have wonderful color payoff. My only complaint is that they don't have a smell. One of the things I loved about the Butter Glosses was the frosting cupcake smell but these don't have that. I was a little bummed but it's not a deal breaker. I personally would recommend the brighter, more vibrant colors because the lighter nudes didn't get the best reviews. Try them out, you will love them! :-)



Review: Wet n Wild Megalast Lip Color!

Great Spring Colors For Less Than $3!

I decided to get ready for spring early this year! I went through my lipsticks and noticed that I was lacking in the color department. I wanted to buy a few bright, spring worthy colors so I ordered these Wet n Wild Megalast lipsticks! I heard a lot of great things about them and the best part.... they're only $2.75!! ( even cheaper at drugstores!) I purchased mine on Beautyjoint.com so I can save on shipping. ;-) They have a large color selection, so it's easy to go crazy and order them all but I stuck with the six that stood out to me. The packaging is pretty simple, nothing too special. I love how you can easily see the colors through the cap. It does have a con though. The lipstick doesn't turn all the way down so it can get a little messy when putting the cap back on.  But other than that its great. The lipstick itself feels a bit drying at first but once you put it on it starts to melt and become creamy. It's like... magic! haha . It has great color payoff and they tend to last about 4 hours which isn't bad. For the price these are great. I'll go ahead and show you the colors I chose.



 

From left to right:

*In the Flesh- A pinky nude, great for everyday!

*Mauve Outta Here- A medium pink/mauve ( very creamy!)

*Smokin' Hot Pink- A warm pink/fuchsia, not too bright so it's very wearable.

From left to right:

*Coraline-  A coral with red tones... will quickly become my spring lipstick!

*Purty Persimmon-  A true orange. Looks kinda scary but can be toned down with gloss haha.

*Cherry Picking- A red with pink tones, one of my favorites!

 

Bottom line: These are a great buy! Great texture and I can see them being very flattering on different skin tones. The price is awesome and I'm pretty sure most of these colors are dupes for Mac lipsticks. Now, I won't say they smell as good or that they are as smooth as Mac but they are pretty darn close! ;-)