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NARS Pirée Larger than Life Lip Gloss Spring 2013
It seems like candy-coloured shades are what’s in this year, and the NARS Spring 2013 Collection pays homage to that trend in the brand’s own unique way. Pirée Larger than Life Lip Gloss, is a delicate beauty, although you wouldn’t know it from the colour seen in the tube.
A warm leaning peony pink hue, this applies quite sheer but you can build it up to a semi-opaque state. Relatively unscented, I find the tiny little brush at the end of the long wand a little out of place, although I do like the precision it affords. That being said, if this were a more vibrant hue, I would definitely prefer this brush but seeing as how it’s a neutral sheer, a doe-foot applicator might have been more useful – saves on how many times you need to swipe the product across the lips.
There is no shimmer or sparkle to this hue, although the intense mirror like gloss it leaves more than makes up for that. The swatch photos below depict some settling of the product into my lip lines – definitely not something noticeable in person. Staying power is the norm for a shade this light – about 2 hours total, leaving your lips feeling moist & thoroughly hydrated when its gone. NARS states that there’s a “plumping effect” to this range of glosses; I do detect the faintest tingle and while my lips don’t appear inflated, there seems to be a slightly fuller look to them. The only other gloss of this type I own, is ‘Gold Digger’ (reviewed here), and I found it to be one of my favourite glosses to wear solo; I’m not sure ‘Pirée’ packs much of an impact on its own, but it’s great for a natural look with a little zing and can always be layered over another lip product (pencil, lipstick) for more depth of tone.
NARS – Pirée (natural light)
NARS – Pirée (in sunlight)
NARS – Pirée (with flash)
Final thoughts: A beautiful shade and formula for anyone wanting a natural yet glossy pout – with amazing moisturizing thrown in for good measure. Is it a must have? I’d say no, but the proof will be in how often I turn to this as the weather warms up. You can certainly find a much more price-friendly version, but I’ve found that the NARS gloss formula is pretty hard to beat. I’m glad that Pirée is not one of the limited edition pieces of the Spring 2013 Collection, because something tells me that I’ll wind up making this a staple as well. And there … I’ve just contradicted my earlier statement, like a true beauty fiend!
NARS Pirée Larger than Life Lip Gloss retails for CAD $32.00 and I picked mine up from The Bay.
Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Lip Protectant Gloss -new!
Industry insiders are never without a jar of Elizabeth Arden’s by-now-iconic ‘Eight Hour® Cream’ (see my review here), and now the brand has channeled all of those healing & protective properties into this new lip product … just in time to save us all from the havoc winter can cause to our precious puckers!
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Eight Hour® Cream Lip Protectant Gloss
Eight Hour® Cream Lip Protectant Gloss
Eight Hour® Cream Lip Protectant Gloss – (CAD $23.00 3.7 g/15 ml) Based on the same super-protective Eight Hour® Cream principles, this luxury lip gloss is:
“Enriched with emollients, protective sunscreen and vitamin E for added moisture”
Made without parabens (although lanolin is a key ingredient – those with sensitivities and/or allergies should take note), this hydrating lip product comes in a handy tube with a rounded & slanted tip, for a hands free and effortless application. The first thing I noticed was a buttered/citrusy scent – which might sound like a contradiction, but it smells like the perfect melding of lemon & caramel to me. The product has a light amber tint to it, although it does apply clear, and leaves behind a beautiful glossy finish. There’s a nice heft to the feel of it once applied; almost balm-like, but not sticky, with lasting power the norm for a gloss – averaging between 2 & 2 1/2 hours, leaving your lips feeling utterly hydrated even when all the gloss is gone.
Eight Hour® Cream Lip Protectant Gloss
Eight Hour® Cream Lip Protectant Gloss
Eight Hour® Cream Lip Protectant Gloss
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Final thoughts: Finding a product that delivers both beauty and protective benefits, is always like hitting the jackpot. My lips have a tendency to feel like the Sahara desert once the colder weather sets in, so coming across something like this gloss which not only looks good on, but gives back what nature so viciously takes away, is totally welcome in my daily routine. With its sleek portable size and convenient applicator, I am now armed & ready for the elements: bring it on, winter.
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*Disclaimer: Product sample provided by the company/PR for my unbiased consideration
KORRES Lip Butter Glaze in Wild Rose
KORRES, the Greek brand that is quickly become a strong presence in the cosmetics industry, may or may not be capable of reading minds; I’ve been wanting a lip product that can supply colour like a lipstick yet feel as emollient and look as shiny as a gloss — turns out that KORRES has exactly what I’ve been searching for, in the form of their Lip Butter Glaze. Wonder what other thoughts they picked up on?!
Lip Butter Glaze in Wild Rose – (CAD 18.50 10 ml/0.34 fl. oz) is a rich rose-red and glossy lip gloss/balm in a semi-opaque formula that is filled with nourishing and beneficial ingredients, literally seeming to glide across the lips in application. The convenient squeeze tube packaging and slanted application tip, makes this perfect for carrying with you and on-the-go touch-ups. The first thing I noticed was the scent – a yummy vanilla, buttery mix – but that seemed to fade fairly quickly. This ‘Wild Rose’ shade is a vibrant pop of colour, yet it can also look more pink if applied with a lighter hand, as well as packing some major “oomph” if layered on a little thicker. Lasting power was a surprise as well, going easily past the 3 hour mark before it faded significantly away, leaving my lips feeling plumply soft & quite hydrated.
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What it is formulated WITHOUT:
– Parabens
– Sulfates
– Synthetic Fragrances
– Petrochemicals
– Phthalates
– GMOs
– Triclosan
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KORRES Wild Rose Lip Butter Glaze
KORRES Wild Rose Lip Butter Glaze
KORRES Wild Rose Lip Butter Glaze
KORRES Wild Rose Lip Butter Glaze swatch
KORRES Cinnamon Lipstick & Wild Rose Lip Butter Glaze swatches
Final thoughts: The Canadian climate can frequently be unforgiving … especially in the winter, where indoor heating and frigid, windy outside temperatures can really give your skin and/or lips a beating. Many products designed to give that moisture back to your lips, appear to do so only superficially – then it’s back to square one again, but KORRES Lip Butter Glaze actually seems to take things a step further by helping your lips lock in that moisture long after the colour fades. Sold exclusive through Sephora, and available in 6 delectable shades, KORRES’ Lip Butter Glaze is the perfect product for the holidays (and beyond) … what with all the celebrating/kissing you’ll probably be indulging in! buy zithromax online rxxbuynoprescriptiononline.net/zithromax.html no prescription
*Disclaimer: Product sample provided by the company/PR for my unbiased consideration
CHANEL – #297 Sweet Beige Glossimer fall 2012 (swatches & review)
It’s worth repeating: CHANEL’s fall 2012 collection is one great product after another; not so much because of any exotic or über-unique bent, but by being so, well … normal. The colours all blend harmoniously together and form a totally wearable fall palate – but there’s still enough of a fresh new twist to keep everything look modern … never dull & boring. After all, this is CHANEL we’re talking about here, right?
#297 Sweet Beige Glossimer is another universally nude lip shade from this collection, but what makes this hue completely different from ‘#68 Troublant’ (previously reviewed here) is that it definitely falls several degrees lighter in tone, as well as the formulation – which is more of a true gloss, and therefore a touch thicker. The colour falls somewhere between a beige and nude, with an interesting mix of both greyish and peachy undertones to add both warmth & a slight coolness overall. As with other CHANEL Glossimers, you will also note the addition of pink, gold and sparse silver ultra finely-ground shimmer throughout, which give it some extra zing of sparkle, but feels perfectly smooth on the lips.
I like how the tube is clear and you can see the product itself and how much of it is available, and I find the wand at an easy to use length with the spongy doe-foot applicator being of a good size to quickly apply & spread the gloss along the lips. You should note that the first 3-4 uses yields a much scanter amount of product on the wand head, and I find this type of gloss needs to almost be “worked in” before you see flowing results – not an issue, but something to be aware of.
For a colour this light, I was surprised at how well it covered, and while definitely not a highly pigmented shade, it nonetheless provides very good opacity. The initial shine is absolutely stunning, looking almost glass-like, and the feel on the lips is very comfortable, never sticky or gummy. The wear time is slightly less than you’d get with a darker colour – you’re looking at about 2 1/2 hours at best. One thing I’ve noticed with all my Glossimers, however, is that as they fade, they leave behind a well hydrated feeling and a moist-looking sheen on the lips – no flaking at all.
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#297 Sweet Beige
detail of the shimmer
swatch – natural lighting
swatch – in sunlight
swatch – #297 Sweet Beige
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Final thoughts: Everyone needs an easy-to-wear neutral shade in their lip gloss arsenal, and even though this CHANEL version may fall on the pricier side of things (US $29.50), it is well worth it for the quality and overall look/longevity of this neutral hue. Another plus is how a shade like this not only transcends the seasons – thereby making this colour very timeless & chic, but will serve as the perfect counterpoint if you’re planning on deeper or more dramatic makeup for the rest of your face and/or nails. In other words, this is a true workhorse, although I doubt CHANEL would want it described that way!
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Butter London: Fall/Winter 2012 Lippy Collection (swatches & review)
When I reviewed the first group of Lippys that Butter London originally released (here), my thoughts were mixed and somewhat ambivalent; I’m happy to say that this new collection has changed all that … for the better! Taking inspiration from several of the brand’s best-selling shades, Butter London is about to launch several new Lippy hues, all re-formulated and simply awesome! Matching your nail lacquer to your lips was never this easy – or chic!
The nine new shades of Butter London’s Fall/Winter 2012 Collection that I bring you here, come in two formulations: the glitters (Frilly Knickers, West End Wonderland, Rosie Lee, and Chancer) and the crèmes (Tea With The Queen, Toff, Old Vic, Come To Bed Red, and Union Jack Black). Covering the gamut from delicate sheers, subtle neutrals, siren-vivid, and startling editorial hues, there is definitely something here to suit all tastes, while the two groups of finishes all bear some commonalities:
The glitters:
- translucent base
- slightly sticky but with a good slip
- no gritty feeling
- warm vanilla scent
The crèmes:
- deeper opacity
- longer-lasting
- thin formula – like liquid lipstick
- initial slight tingling feeling (plumping effect?)
- warm vanilla scent
Each Lippy comes with a spongy doe-foot applicator that picks up the perfect amount of product needed to be deposited, while the mid-sized wand makes it easy to work with as well. The shorter bottle is also a plus, turning this into a convenient size to carry in your makeup bag, although it does not detract from the amount of product given (0.24 fl.oz/7.1 ml). Another bonus is the addition of shea butter in the formula, ensuring your lips stay well-hydrated long after the product has worn off. Priced modestly at US $17.00/CDN $19.00 per Lippy, the quality here is comparable to that of higher-end brands, but at a significantly better price point.
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Frilly Knickers Lippy and matching lacquer
‘Frilly Knickers’ is a sheer hue with a slight milky sheen filled with prismatic micro-glitter that feel smooth to the touch. Worn alone, its high gloss shine imparts an iridescent sparkle (think twinkling fairy lights), but it could also be layered atop any other solid hue to provide a fun, glitzier effect.
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West End Wonderland Lippy and matching lacquer
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‘West End Wonderland’ is a fresh new take on molten gold, and significantly more wearable. A slightly tacky sheer golden base, it bears sparse magenta flecks of of glitter than nonetheless feel smooth to the touch. Alone, it gives a warm beige-y cast to the lips, but layered over a solid hue will not only lighten the base colour, but add an extra zing of sparkle.
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Tea with the Queen Lippy and matching lacquer
‘Tea with the Queen’ is a pink leaning crème nude shade in a formula that gives the opacity of a lipstick but with the easy glide of a gloss. A warm-toned fleshy hue, this gives a gentle & natural cast to the lips without ever looking chalky. A slight tingling effect was felt upon initial application, which soon faded, while the colour lasted an impressive 3 hours.
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Toff Lippy and matching lacquer
‘Toff’ is an utterly amazing dusty rose shade, in the same hybrid lipstick-gloss formula of the other crèmes of this collection. Imparting more pigment than ‘Tea With The Queen’ yet still staying in the neutral range, this hue will definitely compliment all skin tones, giving your lips a super-charged yet still natural look. Absolutely love the wearable factor of this beauty!
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Rosie Lee Lippy and matching lacquer
‘Rosie Lee’ bears the thicker texture of the other glitters in this collection, but the pink-tinged sheer base is filled with a multitude of micro-fine pink and silver glitter – all while feeling smooth to the touch with no gritty after effect. On its own, this will give a glimmering rosy cast to your lips, but layered over a deeper rose, it will serve to completely bring out and enhance its delicate shimmer.
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Old Vic Lippy and matching lacquer
‘Old Vic’ was a complete surprise; what looks like an opaque cerise hue in the bottle, applies more as a deep peony shade on the lips, leaving a brilliant gloss behind and a rich pop of colour. The formula follows that of the other crèmes in this group, although its higher concentration of pigment gives it even more lasting power, going way beyond the 4-hour mark before any fading was noted. How juicy is this?!
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‘Come To Bed Red’ (I don’t have the matching lacquer to show, but trust me when I say that it’s a definite match) has got to be one of the easiest red lip shades I’ve ever worn. The gloss factor alone of this candy-apple Lippy makes this a standout product, although as with other highly saturated hues, you could benefit from a matching liner to keep bleeding and feathering to a minimum. Still, this somewhat translucent-leaning shade is absolutely stunning and well worth investing in if you’re in the market for a non-fussy red lip. Lasting power: phenomenal with no staining left behind on removal.
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Chancer Lippy and matching lacquer
‘Chancer’ was the second surprise here; I was sure that from the bottle, this would apply as a thick glittering shade (makes me think of Dorothy’s ruby shoes), but its sheerness was unexpected. Laying down more as a red wash of colour filled with even more red micro-sparkle, I love how it gives both a light-handed touch of colour while the glitter adds such visual interest. When I layered ‘Chancer’ over a solid red hue, this beauty really came to life and added a lovely deeper dimension.
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Union Jack Black Lippy and matching lacquer
‘Union Jack Black’ gave me pause; an ultra-glossy deep ebony shade, there’s no denying the “WOW” factor of this Lippy, but this is definitely the least wearable hue of the bunch. Looking like liquid vinyl on the lips, you need just a few passes of the wand to give this completely perfect opacity and to say that application needs a steady hand, would be an understatement. Still, once on, I confess that I couldn’t stop staring at my lips – not for the faint of heart, I guarantee it! A liner is a MUST as this feathers very quickly and while staying power was excellent, I did notice that the colour in the middle of the lips was the first to fade. Granted, not an everyday hue, I can see how a light film of this colour working under other [deeper] shades would combine to create a whole new range of colour.
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Final thoughts: As a consumer and consummate lover of beauty products, I have to give props to Butter London for actually listening to the people; in my previous review of the brand’s Lippy launch, I mentioned how the formula had already gone under revision – the original scent was more on the cloying and unpleasant side, a decided turn-off. I’m so pleased to state that this is no longer the case with these newer versions; a cross between butterscotch and warm vanilla is what you first detect, which gently fades away, leaving no annoying after-taste behind. The formula on the glittery group was significantly stickier, but I’m guessing that the glitter itself is responsible for that – needing a denser base in order to apply grit-free. The crème hues are all ridiculously easy-flowing, super glossy and long lasting (especially the deeper hues) and in colours that are totally wearable — with the obvious exception of ‘Union Jack Black’, of course; not my favourite here, as I’d be hard-pressed to know where I’d ever wear anything like that (other than a costume ball?) but here’s the thing: it has MAJOR impact! Overall, I can’t help but be impressed with this newer version from Butter London – just saying the word “Lippy” lends you some mod British style cred as well, right?!
Some of these shades are already available through Ulta, but feel free to check out Butter London’s site for more information, or follow on twitter/facebook for the latest updates.
*Disclaimer: Product samples provided by the company/PR for my unbiased consideration
