CoverGirl Outlast Smoothwear in Plum Satin

HAPPY 24TH BIRTHDAY TO MY WONDERFUL HUSBAND, JOE!! :)

And now on to the review, lol. The only reason i purchased this lip color duo is because CVS had it on sale for 50% off. They didnt have many left so this was basically my only option color-wise since everything else was way too red for me. If you've never used a duo like this here are some directions...

Directions:

1. Apply color to clean dry lips.
2. Allow the color to dry completely.
3. Apply clear balm topcoat ontop of color to seal.

These are a semi-permanent colors so once you put it on and allow it to dry you're stuck with it for a while. Its almost like a matte lipstick/lipstain all in one. The color lasts through meals and doesnt smudge, budge or transfer. I wiped my lips onto the back of my hand and NOTHING! There was zero color on my hand, just a little sheen from the balm topcoat. So these are definitely smooch-proof! lol

My only issue with this is the fact that 1) the color doesnt suit me, in my opinion, and 2) once its on you're stuck with it for several hours so there no turning back if you hate it. Otherwise these are great and if you find a color you adore these would be Holy Grail lip colors!

CoverGirl Lip Perfection Lipstick in Sultry

I had been curious all Spring about the new CoverGirl lipsticks, but most of the shades were SUPER bright and although i loved them i knew i wouldnt wear them. Finally i found 'Sultry' #200 one day in CVS back in June and decided to give it a try!

These lipsticks are impressive! Is so creamy, moisturizing and smooth it's like a lip balm plus the color payoff is amazing - they're very pigmented! They don't come in a ton of shades but theres enough variety that almost everyone should be able to find a couple shades that suit them. This is one of the most (if not the most) neutral shades in the collection.

The thing i love best about Sultry is that it's just a few shades darker than my natural lip tone so it looks really nice on me and compliments my skin well. I would highly recommend these lipsticks!

Maybelline ColorSensational Lipstick in Born With it

Maybelline ColorSensational Lipstick in Born With it

This lipstick is a pretty sheer pink shimmer and its very moisturizing! I like it alot because its only a couple shades 'pinker' than my lip tone so it does look very natural. I've somehow lost the photos of the lipstick itself and the case but you can find them at drugstores for $6-$7.

E.L.F. Matte Lipstick in Natural

 

This is soo my "my lip, but better" shade! I really, really love this matte lip color from E.L.F. which was sent to me by Holly Ann in a very nice thank you package a while ago!

PROS
long lasting
creamy and smooth to apply
dries to a natural matte finish
shade is perfect for me
cheap
travel friendly

CONS
Not good for people with dry lips.
You might only be able to purchase online.

Because this has a natural matte finish and can be a little dry - if you've got dry lips already this E.L.F. Matte Lip Color may not be for you. Fortunately i dont have a huge issue with dry lips so i looove this stuff! Thanks so much again to Holly for sending it to me! I have been wearing it nonstop. It's just a tad more pink/brighter than my natural lip color but its so close it basically just enhances my natural lips and makes them look very even toned. I love it!

P.S. Sorry i forgot to take photos of the tip, idk what i was thinking lol.

Have you tried these, or would you try them? I think they're def. worth it. Thanks for reading :)

AVON Color & Gloss Duo in Sunset Glow

A few weeks ago i put an order in through AVON, where my husband works, for a Foundation Adjuster, and a Color & Gloss Duo in Sunset Glow. Because he gets a discount I purchased both for under $5 total.

This is the Color & Gloss Duo in Sunset Glow. Its a warm peachy-pink lipstick and gloss. This product is very interesting in the sense that it can be used a few different ways and it gives you two products in one travel friendly case. These also come in various other shades.

Ways You Can Use The Duo's

1. Wear the lipstick alone.
2. Wear the gloss alone
3. Wear the lipstick underneath of the gloss
4. If you have two or more Duo's you can switch out the gloss compartment on the bottom for another shade from a different duo

PROS
lipstick is VERY creamy and silky
gloss is not sticky at all and has high shine
travel friendly 2-in-1 design
affordable, $6.99 each for both products. (on sale right now for $4.99)
comes in a few different shade combinations
multiple ways to wear/use it

50/50
Because AVON isnt a drugstore or store-sold product it may be harder for some to find. - You can order through a Representative or online at shop.avon.com.

CONS
None!

I was surprised at how much i liked these, because if you've read some of my posts before (especially for the NYX Soft Matte Lip Creams) you'll know how much i hate lipsticks and glosses - usually. This duo, even when using both products, is never heavy or sticky on my lips and it's very moisturizing. The color pay-off is great and overall i really like this duo. I've already ordered more!! lol

Photos are mine, do not use. Please comment, like and follow! :)

Victoria's Secret Perfect Lipstick in Scrumptious

Prior to buying this i had never tried a V.S. lipstick so i was browsing through shades a few weeks ago and ended up buying 'Wish' which is a bright baby pink. I didnt like it to i returned it and exchanged it for 'Scrumptious' - a nude peach shade.

PROS
soft
velvety
pigmented
comes in alot of shades
small and compact
travel friendly

CONS
a little pricey at $12 each but not too bad
this shade looks a little unnatural on me

Aside from the fact the shade isnt a 100% fit for me i still enjoy this lipstick from time to time. The formula is pretty good and i would def. recommend them!

Wet N Wild Lipsticks in Pink Suga & Bare It All

Bare It All (left), and Pink Suga (right)

Pink Suga (left), and Bare It All (right)

I bought these two lipsticks a while back at CVS for BOGO 50% Off. I chose the two shades i liked best which are Pink Suga (a peachy nude), and Bare It All (mauve nude).

These lipsticks are super cheap, very smooth and creamy, and they come in quite a few shades. However, they can sink into fine lines on lips and if you have dry lips they will definitely accentuate the dryness. To help this simply apply a colorless balm prior to applying the lipstick. 

E.L.F. Little Black Book - Warm Collection

How does 28 eyeshadows and 20 lip colors in a small, travel-friendly, little black book sound? And all for $5!!! If you're interested check out E.L.F's Little Black Books (warm and cool) at your local Target or online at eyeslipsface.com!

I own the warm palette and it's now become a must-have in my purse! All of the eyeshadows are pigmented, except for the mattes, and all the lip colors are very moisturizing, smooth, and pigmented as well!!

Comes with:
28 eyeshadows
20 lip colors
small mirror
packed in a 'little black book' lock-in sides for closure.

If the colors in this palette dont really suit you, id definitely check out the 'Cool Collection' too! *Photos and content are mine!*

Maybelline ColorSensational Lipstick in Twilight

This Maybelline ColorSensational Lipstick in Twilight was a total disappointment for me. As you can see from the swatch is not pigmented at all and VERY sheer. The shade itsself is pretty, its a sheer pink with purple/blue duochrome shimmer. Its a little hard to describe, but really cute. Unfortunately, it just doesnt work for me. I paid roughly $5-$7 at WalMart for this.

Mark. Flip For It Color Kit: Sydney

I want to show you another Mark. Flip For It Color Kit (London) that i purchased from AVON a few months ago. I got it on sale for $8 but they are regular $20 each. Mark. comes out with these kits pretty regularly in different shades, which are usually named after cities.

The kit includes...
2 eyeshadows: Bondi Beach and Nomadic
1 blush: Sunlove Glo
2 Lip Sticks: Sydney Smooch and Adelaide
2 Lip Glosses: Aussie Kiss and Down Under

This compact palette is extremely portable, as you can see from the photos below its just about the size of the palm of my hand. Swatches are below also. Everything is very pigmented and good quality, the eyeshadows are really beautiful and light reflective. I hardley ever use this palette but it would be great to throw in a bag for a night out. I would like to own the rest of the Mark. Flip For It Kits!

Top row: Eyeshadows - Bondi Beach and Nomadic
Bottom row: Blush in Sunlove Glo (peachy pink)

Lip Colors from L to R: Aussie Kiss, Down Under, Sydney Smooch, Adeliade

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Maybelline Lipstick - 'In The Nude'

Maybelline Lipstick in In The Nude

Sorry, but i cannot remember the specific name of this lipstick other than the shade is In The Nude, and it's made by Maybelline. But i know it is still sold in stores for around $6-$8.

PROS:
creamy
moisturizing
doesnt dry out lips
pigmented
good neutral color for all skin tones
long lasting

CONS:
too 'tingly' on lips
i prefer a tapered (or pointed) stick - not round

Apart from the fact that thos lipstick tingles too much and the round shape makes it a little more difficult to apply, this is an amazing color and soo worth the buy. It's one of the only lipsticks i own that is super pigmented, covers completely and leaves my lips soft and moisturized, and doesnt look or feel dry. Plus its matches great w/ my skin tone (which is hard to find for me). Its practically the only lipstick i feel comfortable wearing and KNOW i look good in it.

What do you think? What's your favorite Drugstore lipstick?