MAC
5/31/2024
Amplified Creme Lipstick
131 DO NOT DISTURB
$20
My color charts told me a cool pink would look good on me but this one is too light and makes me look British. :( I should have spent an extra two minutes doing a virtual try on. The lipstick itself is moisturizing and a little bit sheer. Its a little smudgy, and when I blot some off the color changes a bit. The color does look even and pretty bright though despite being sheer. Also, I guess all MAC lipsticks have that vanilla smell. I think its cute
NYX
5/8/2024
Shine Loud High Shine Lip Color
In Charge
$12
Last of my old lipsticks hopefully. Its vegan if that means anything to you. This one might be a skill issue on my part. If you choose not to apply the gloss, the lipstick itself is really tacky. The color is definitely bold and when applied right looks great, but it’s unforgiving if you make a mistake. Plus it is drying and is hard to get off. I dunno, I just don't have time for it.
NYX
5/3/2024
Liquid Suede Cream Lipstick
Sandstorm
$8
Same product as below but in nude and not red. I was fully prepared to dismiss this color, and when I was applying it I felt like I was erasing my lips, but it dried with a nice pinkish brown hue. This product does dry out my lips, so I'd either avoid wearing these every day or get a lip balm or a chapstick to put on before applying. One note about the brand though, NYX is owned by L'Oreal, which is on the BDS boycott list for operating a factory in occupied Palestine among other things. Lush cosmetics is the recommended alternative
NYX
5/2/2024
Liquid Suede Cream Lipstick
Kitten Heels
$15
Again, not my color but I was surprised how much I like this one. Its really bright, and does have a suede-like texture. It is smudgey though and because its so bright it gets all over the place. Kiss the fellas with caution. I'm curious how this looks in plum/mauve.
Revlon
5/1/2024
Super Lustrous™ Lipstick
525 - Wine with Everything (Creme)
$10
This is THICK and it is RED. Wipe some off or it will ruin everything you love. Once you blot this you're left with a nice pop of color with a soft, natural texture. It mostly stays on when drinking beverages. The color name is a little deceptive. Orange reds/red reds aren't really my style but they make this in like 75 other colors so I'm sure one of them is nice.
Wet & Wild
5/1/2024
Megaslicks Balm Stain
Truffle in Paradise
$22
We’re starting to get into my old lipsticks here, and frankly I’m a little scared because I don’t remember this one at all. But it’s definitely been used a lot. Points off for making me think about my mortality, but points given back for the color name ‘Truffle in Paradise’. Regarding the lipstick itself, the color is more red than brown, which works well on me. It has a soft shine, and applies really nice. Once again, please stop putting peppermint oil in lip balms it feels like you’re trying to trick me into thinking they’re medicine. I doubt I bought this for $22 it was probably $12 when I got it. Would spend $12 again.
Beauty Concepts
4/30/2024
Lip Gloss Collection??
“Nude colors”
$10
I have no idea where these came from or if I’m even reviewing the right set, because these are not glossy at all. But lip gloss is the only beauty concepts set I could find with a black cap. Anyway these are weird and don’t apply very well. Also they’re sticky, but it is possible that they’re 10 years old. Probably a fine set for a small child or someone just testing colors, but not good for actually wearing. Also, not a single one of these colors looks good on me.
Too Faced
3/30/2024
Lip Injection Extreme Hydrating Lip Plumper
Clear
$16
Whose idea was this?? You better count your days because I’m coming to your house and am using this product as a weapon. I admit that I should have known better with a name like "Lip Injection Extreme" but this came in an Ipsy bag so I didn't realize the intended purpose was to give you an allergic reaction. It did not say plumper on the label. Please write a warning on the label if you're going to mail these out in mystery gift bags. Giving a full star because my husband tried it too and it was funny
Maybelline
3/27/2024
Color Sensational Lipstick Bolds
Midnight Blue 840
$8
Not gonna name names but somebody in 2017 told me that this color made me look like a dead body and I never wore it again. If that was you and you’re reading this I want you to know that you’re a hater and your bad energy is a drain on your friends and family. It’s a cheap drugstore lipstick though, I can admit that
Clinique
3/25/2024
Almost Lipstick
Black Honey
$25
This one makes me sad because it looks pretty but its hardly visible unless you wear three layers. That’s probably why it’s called almost lipstick. It has a cult following online and great reviews so maybe I’m not doing it right EDIT: despite what I said above I am finding myself wearing this every day. Nothing has changed it still has just a slight tint that lasts two hours at most. But I think I’m starting to become a believer in the power of nothing
Armani Beauty
3/24/2024
Lip Power Long Lasting Lipstick
504 Flirt - deep mauve pink
$45
I saw an influencer wearing this product in dark mauve, and I bought deep mauve instead because I’m white. It is a good lightweight every day lipstick. I’m giving it 4.5 stars because it cost so much money and I’m trying to convince myself I made the right choice on the color
Burts Bees
3/24/2024
100% Natural Moisturizing Lip Shimmer
Plum
$5
I forgot I had this. It adds a subtle hint of color and keeps my lips moisturized. The peppermint oil is a little weird I would have expected a fruit scent. It’s hard to gauge others' opinions on this product since all of the reviews are from people complaining that burts bees discontinued cocoa. Now I’m curious about what all the hubbub is about
Burts Bees
3/24/2024
Glossy Liquid Lipstick
Lavender Lake
$10
This is sad I was hoping to like this one, but its goopy and doesn't ever seem to dry. Plus this particular color looks metallic and I really don't think its supposed to. The picture was misleading I expected a lighter purple, although honestly this color is probably better. Also, the applicator feels like its going to bend off.
Clinique
3/23/2024
Chubby Stick™ Moisturizing Lip Colour Balm
Super Strawberry
$23
This is another one that I thought I’d like but it doesn’t look like anything. It’s too expensive to just be moisturizing, I might as well wear chapstick. Maybe I’m missing the allure of lipstick that does nothing I think a small child would be very frustrated coloring on the walls with this
ColourPop
3/23/2024
Glossy Lip Stain
Berry Ripe
$9
You have to blot this or it will make you look like you’ve just eaten a jelly donut. It’s very wet. You can add another layer for an extra bold jelly look. Again, I think I want this to be a little more purple EDIT: I can’t say for sure but it feels like this product is becoming more purple as it ages. That’s a neat feature. Unfortunately, I do think I am allergic to it so I can’t add any stars