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Charlotte Tilbury · The Super Nudes Collection
Charlotte Tilbury recently launched The Super Nudes Collection and I’m so here for it. As a long-time fan of wearing neutrals/nudes, I had a hunch I would fall head over heels for these pieces … and I was right. Time to channel my inner (or outer) supermodel …
Maybelline – The Buffs by Color Sensational
Nude lips were seen all over the recent Spring/Summer 2014 runway shows – at times channeling an über-pale retro 60’s mod vibe, at others displaying a barely-there tone, ladylike & demure. But not all neutral hues are created equal and neither is there one shade that fits all skin tones; enter Maybelline with their upcoming ‘The Buffs by Color Sensational’ (launching January 2014) – a range of 8 flesh toned inspired lipsticks with a balm-like texture that aim to help you find “the one nude to rule them all”. Personally, I find something so incredibly sexy about a perfect nude lipstick – reminds me of Bardot and that sex-kitten pout!
A note about application: I applied all of these shades straight from the tube – no lipliner was used. To get the most even-looking colour, you definitely need to ensure your lips are properly moisturized and any visible flakes removed. I’m still giving my Maybelline Baby Lips Electro Lip Balms (previously reviewed here) some serious love, and find they give my lips the right amount of hydration needed for the job.
- the palest shades here have the shortest staying power (about 2.5 hours average)
- the darkest shades the longest (approx. 4.5 hours)
- the middle-range falling in between (averaging 3 hours)
- all leave a good moisturized feel behind once their initial colour fades
- pigmentation is the least with the lighter hues (although Bare All is oddly very pigmented)
- most intense pigmentation is with the darker shades, which may leave lips lightly (and evenly) stained
Maybelline – The Buffs by Color Sensational
Maybelline – The Buffs by Color Sensational
Maybelline – The Buffs by Color Sensational
Maybelline – The Buffs by Color Sensational
Maybelline – The Buffs by Color Sensational
Maybelline – The Buffs by Color Sensational
Maybelline – The Buffs by Color Sensational
Maybelline – The Buffs by Color Sensational
Maybelline – The Buffs by Color Sensational
Bare All – White tinted and frosty toned upon first application, this shade settled into a more natural looking and wearable colour after about an hour. Lips need to be fully moisturized & prepped prior, or else this colour will emphasize & magnify any flakes.
Best suited for: those with the fairest of skin tones, or anyone wanting a dramatic impact
Blushing Beige – A nude with a definitive baby pink colour, still on the lighter end of the nude spectrum and warm-toned. Lips need to be properly prepped before application to avoid it settling into any dry areas/lip lines.
Best suited for: Fair to medium light skin tone, and anyone with a lightly pigmented natural lip colour.
Nude Lust – Hints of peach warm up this shade – otherwise it’s very close to Blushing Beige. The perfect hue for a trendy nude lip, but on the lighter side of this colour family.
Best suited for: All skin tones, except the darkest where it may appear somewhat ashy.
Maple Kiss – Definitely on the darker side of neutral, amped up with a sienna tint. Very easy to wear, this shade provides a natural pop of colour while still bordering the nude side – it’s like having a super pigmented natural lip tone.
Best suited for: All skin tones, although it will definitely appear much more vivid and less “neutral” on the very fair.
Truffle Tease – I. Love.This. Shade. This is my perfect nude – neither too pale nor too blah, with a formula that just glides across the lips and gives that right balance of nude with a hint of colour. Think leather ballet slippers that have become worn in.
Best suited for: All skin tones, especially light-medium.
Stormy Sahara – Rose hints liven up this shade, although there’s some light apricot thrown in as well. A slightly more vivid version of ‘Truffle Tease’, this is another one of those wearable shades, although it may have a tendency to settle in any fine lines.
Best suite for: all skin tones, in particular anyone with a yellowish undertone.
Untainted Spice – Thanks to the raisin undertones of this hue, it just barely squeaks into the nude category – but definitely on the darker side of things. An absolutely gorgeous hue that provides mega colour without coming off as too strong, and still quite wearable.
Best suited for: all skin tones.
EDIT: I should add that the deeper hues of this collection actually work beautifully on darker and/or African-American skin tones as “nude” shades – a point I should have mentioned earlier.
Espresso Exposed – Not sure how this burgundy colour qualifies as a nude (it’s more “vamp” in my eyes), but for argument’s sake, we’ll say it’s the most intense nude once can wear. Super pigmented and long-wearing, leaving lips lightly stained after wearing – but still quite soft.
Best suited for: all skin tones, in particular the darkest. Super fair types might find this shade a touch too theatrical.
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Maybelline – The Buffs by Color Sensational (swatched in natural light)
Maybelline – The Buffs by Color Sensational (same order as above, shown under flash)
I have a total weakness for nudes – love how they match any makeup look and style, never clash without whatever I’m wearing, can give a seeming lip-plumping effect, and can be applied with minimal effort – but finding that perfect neutral colour can be quite a challenge. I love how Maybelline The Buffs gives one 8 options to choose from, and have taken into consideration a broad range of skin tones in the creation of these lipsticks. My favourite HANDS DOWN, is Truffle Tease, with Nude Lust and Untainted Spice coming in close behind. I found that the 2 shades hardest to work with were Bare All (chalky on me) and Espresso Exposed (too much work involved to get it looking perfect – for a “nude”) although I am willing to experiment with them just the same.
Maybelline The Buffs by Color Sensational (retail price CAD $9.99) will be available at mass retailers and drug stores across Canada as of January 2014.
Find more information on the brand via website/twitter/facebook
*Disclosure: Product samples provided by the company/PR for my unbiased consideration
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L’Oréal Collection Privée – Color Riche Nude Couture Lipsticks
After the searingly bright tones of Summertime makeup, Fall cosmetics usually brings a respite from all that riot of colour, with neutral hues being the perfect transition pieces to go from one season to the next. These four lipstick shades of L’Oréal’s Collection Privée that I’m showing here today, created in tandem with the celebrities for which they are named, take nude to different new levels, all while keeping your lips super moisturized and looking perfectly chic. Part of the official Toronto Film Festival® (TIFF) Collection – along with the 4 matching nail lacquers (review to follow), get ready for some nude-hot red carpet glamour!
All these limited edition lipsticks come in a black rubberized outer casing with gold details: the brand name embossed upon the middle ring of the case and silkscreened on the cap’s surface, as well as a replica signature of each celebrity. The shades shown are all ultra moisturizing and smoothly applying, and while lasting power ranges between 2-3 hours, with the palest shade coming in surprisingly at the longer end of the scale, there is a balm-like hydrated feel to the lips once the initial colour has worn off. The scent reminds me of classic old-world lipsticks – somewhat luxurious and a cross between slightly floral and honey-like, although once applied, I didn’t seem to notice it for long. There is a small gold tab on the lipstick part of the case, which helps the cap fit in snugly and close with a satisfying snick – a nice touch that also provides extra security to ensure your lipstick cap won’t get lost in the bottom of your makeup bag.
The inspirations behind the shades
L’Oréal Collection Privée – Color Riche Nude Couture Lipsticks
L’Oréal Collection Privée – Color Riche Nude Couture Lipsticks
L’Oréal Collection Privée – Color Riche Nude Couture Lipsticks
L’Oréal Collection Privée – Color Riche Nude Couture Lipsticks
L’Oréal Collection Privée – Color Riche Nude Couture Lipsticks
L’Oréal Collection Privée – Color Riche Nude Couture Lipsticks (with flash)
Doutzen’s Nude ‘Barely Pink’ – created in collaboration with Dutch model/actress Doutzen Kroes, this is the lightest hue of the 4 as well as the glossiest, with the most obvious micro shimmer. An icy pale pink nude, this shade is best suited for the fairest complexions, although I can see its cooler tones serving as a unique contrast against darker skin. There was some initial settling into the lines of my lips, but nothing overly visible in general.
J Lo’s Nude ‘Barely Greige’ – created in collaboration with mega super-star Jennifer Lopez, this is a ballet slipper pink nude that leans paradoxically both cool and warm, with no hint of shimmer whatsoever, and leaving a lush gloss behind. Pigmentation was surprisingly great for a light shade and covered the lips completely with the first swipe. Bonus: a universally flattering colour that should suit all skin tones.
Freida’s Nude ‘Barely Parma’ – created in collaboration with Indian actress & model Freida Pinto, this is a warmer-leaning nude shade with definitive mauve undertones that give it a modern, yet totally elegant vibe. The multi-coloured shimmer seen on the lipstick translates with much more subtlety on the lips, and serves to add a beautiful overall depth. While perfect for duskier skin tones, this is a shade that basically everyone can wear as well.
Eva’s Nude ‘ Barely Golden’ – created in collaboration with actress Eva Longoria, this is the most obviously warmer leaning shade of the bunch, with its golden apricot tint and super creamy finish. Pigmentation was the most opaque here, although never heavy, and the shine at the end was slightly more downplayed, although still quite visible. Suitable for most skin tones as well, although those who are super fair may find this a bit too yellow leaning.
Last word: Being something of a makeup snob (guilty as charged), to say I was pleasantly surprised by these lipsticks, would be an understatement – I love them! From the feel of the case and the work of the details that went into each item, to the quality of the shades themselves, these are lip products anyone would be proud to whip out in public. These four hues all offer a different side to your usual nude lip, but they are made that much more wearable by being mid-sheer and with a glossy finish to not only feel incredible on, but provide a fresh new take on that classic shade … and with their moderate price points, they won’t break the bank – definitely a huge plus in my book.
Available as of September 2013, each shade will retail for approx. CAD $10.99 – find more information via the brand’s website, twitter or facebook.
*Disclosure: Product samples provided by the company/PR for my unbiased consideration
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