A few posts back I did an Ulta haul where I unnecessarily bought a few lipsticks to add to my collection. Forward it to the present, I was able to really test out these babies to give a small/quick review on them.
Read about my Ulta haul here.
Read about my Ulta haul here.
L'Oreal Colour Riche Balm in Heavenly Berry
Product Rating: 2/5
Maybe I'm a bit harsh on the rating, but I was extremely disappointed with the pigmentation of this lip balm! What is the point of having a variety of color range when one of the darkest lip colors just comes out almost completely sheer? This is not one of the best lip balm either as the moisturizing properties didn't last very long on my lips. If anything, it just feels like I applied a plastic wax on top. I guess the only thing I can truly use this for is probably to top it off with other colored lipsticks to give it a nice gloss.
L'Oreal Colour Caresse in Blushing Sequin
Product Rating: 3.5/5
Same line (and almost similar packaging) to the previous lip balm. If you are looking for something light, moisturizing, yet still colors your lips then this is the ONE. I especially "<3" this color! It looks intimidating and overly baby pink in the packaging, but because it is quite a sheer color when applied, it's completely beautiful. My only complaint is that the longevity of it is probably max 1 hr just because it IS supposed to be a lip balm. Also, because it is not pigmented, the application is uneven.
Maybelline Color Sensational in Ruby Star
Product Rating: 5/5
I've always been a huge huge huuuuugeee and addictive fan of Maybelline's Color Sensational line. SURPRISINGLY, as much of a fan as I am, I only have one other lipstick! LOL, great fan right? Anyways, because I loved the one I had so much (which is the color Born With It), I decided to pick up another one. I'm a huge fan of dark lip colors, especially towards the reds. This is gorgeous gold speckled red that is great for seasonal parties. I give this a 5 because I do not own anything like this in my makeup collection and it is an incredible lipstick that lasts forever on the lips. Honestly, zero complaints towards the Color Sensational line.
Calvin Klein One Pure Color Lipstick in Doll Face
Product Rating: 3.5/5
This product was quite matte on my lips which ended up making this lipstick drying. The color was sort of meh as it did not really capture my attention. I think I really just bought it because of the sleek packaging. :P
So I also really wanted to do an additional review on the blush on bought from Japonesque line as well. What really caught my eye was how well the packaging was designed. I love the splattered artwork on the outside frame of both the lipstick and blush. Catching glimpses of these two whenever I walk by my vanity always makes me so happy because of how much they stand out.
Japonesque Velvet Touch Blush in Shade 01
Product Rating: 4.5/5
I find that if you use this product it's best to not to use a highlighter on top because it's great on its own. Not to mention, I did not expect this light pink to be THIS pigmented. I love the color and truly, a little goes a long way (unless you want to look like a complete porcelain doll). Very velvety and applies like heaven with a blush brush.
Japonesque Pro Performance Lipstick in Shade 09
Product Rating: 5/5
My first Japonesque lipstick and I'm sucked in now. This color. This color. This color. UMPH. Great to wear for my more "darker" days where I dress head-to-toe in black. If not, a nice and colorless outfit needs to be amped and paired with a colorful lipstick.
I hope this review was helpful for you all! :)
