bottom row: Rimmel London Lasting Finish by Kate No. 111 / Maybelline Color Sensational Vivids in "Neon Red"
1. Rimmel London Lasting Finish by Kate No. 08 — This was one of my very first lipstick purchases because
it’s about as close to the color of my natural lips as there is, and perfect
for beauty beginners. It’s a neutral shade that goes with virtually anything,
and it’s very flattering. I love it for those days when I want to wear lipstick
but nothing too bold, or outfits that don’t seem to match any other lip colors.
The dusty pink shade is great for all seasons, so I get a lot of wear out of
it, plus the formula is one of my favorites. It’s creamy without being too
thick and it’s not sticky at all. It won’t last all day without reapplying, but
the color is so natural that it won’t be obvious if it fades a little bit,
which is a major win if you work long days like me. Rating: 5 stars.
2. NARS lipstick in "Scarlet Empress" — If you’re wondering why I haven’t posted a lipstick review
since October, this NARS lipstick would be the reason. After I bought it, I
wore it just about daily for the whole month of November (between my colds,
that is). It’s the absolute perfect shade of purple, and it’s actually sort of
a chameleon because some days it looks much darker than others. (You can see an example of the difference in this post.) It’s
my favorite shade for fall and winter this year (obviously), but I can’t wait
to experiment with it in the warmer months, too. I’ve been a huge fan of NARS
ever since I bought my first lip pencil (Dragon Girl) over a year ago. This was
my first try with one of their lipsticks, but I have to admit I wasn’t super
impressed. The formula is super soft and comfortable for all-day wear, but it
doesn’t last nearly as well as the lip pencils. I’m not sure if it’s just this
shade since it’s the only one I’ve tried so far, but it takes a few coats to
fully cover and it rubs off pretty easily, which can be a pain. Rating: 4 stars.
3. Rimmel London Lasting Finish by Kate No. 111 — This is the first tube of lipstick I have ever finished, which already says a lot! It was my first red lipstick and one that I loved because the color is universally flattering and the most perfect dark-bright red. This Rimmel London formula had a strange-but-not-bad smell to it, but it never bothered me. It's good for long-ish wears, but it can get a little sticky by the end of the night, so I try not to wear it for morning-to-night occasions. It goes on thick and feels creamy so it doesn't dry out your lips, which is great. What I love most about this lipstick is the slightly deeper tone that pairs so well with different colors. Rating: 4.5 stars.
4. Maybelline Color Sensational Vivids in "Neon Red" — A bold orangey-red is a statement maker for sure, so I probably wouldn’t recommend starting out with it if you haven’t tested the lipstick waters previously. I didn’t want anything too orange, so I went with the “Neon Red” in the hopes of having a stronger tone of red. I love this color for summer because it’s vibrant and bright, but I’ve also worn it in the winter to liven up a dark-colored ensemble. I like this Maybelline shade because it goes well with my light skin tone and doesn’t wash me out. The formula is creamy with a glossy finish, and it lasts pretty well throughout the day without leaving your lips stained after you take it off. Rating: 4.5 stars.
Which one of these shades is your favorite? Do you have any lipsticks you'd like me to review? Just leave a note in the comment and I'll be sure to check them out!
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