♥ ELF Jumbo Lip Gloss Stick ~ Movie Star ~ Swatches ♥

One of the best picks from recent ELF haul is this Jumbo Lip Gloss Stick in Moviestar. To see what all i got from ELF click here.

Out of 8 available Gloss Sticks, I only picked two Jumbo Lip Gloss Sticks ~ Movie Star and Sangria Starters. You can view the other available shades here .

And today i have the swatches of Jumbo Lip Gloss Stick in Movie Star to share with you all. Here's the pics ~

Normally Movie Star Gloss Stick is a transparent Reddish Pink. Like usual it didn't stay much longer on me as i somehow tend to eat anything and everything i apply to lips (arrghhh.... am i alone??). But here in pics i have used ELF Lip Primer (will do the review soon) and Gloss stayed on for a pretty long time so i have big hopes for Lipsticks now  ^.^

Not just that, the color looked much pinkier when applied (with primer) and covered my now current dry lips. I couldn't have asked for more!! ^.^

Priced at $2, these gloss sticks are a steal!! I can't wait to get my hands on some more shades.........

What about you? Have you tried ELF Jumbo Lip Gloss Sticks yet?? Whats your favorite? 

You like the Movie Star?

 ♥  Sangy

Review: Braphy Lip Plumper #2

Have you girls heard this brand, Braphy?

I personally have not heard it until I received this as a little gift from eliza from elizabeauty. I tried it a couple of times and I really like it!

Braphy Lip Plumper #2 - Nude Pink

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Avon Glazewear Intense Lipgloss ~ Urban Jungle's Animal Instinct ~ Review ~ Swatches

Animal Instinct is part of the Urban Jungle Collection.

What it claims ~

Urban Jungle is for the working woman who strives in competitive corporate office. She's wild and ready to bring out her jungle instincts in dark, rich and earthy colors.

* Color is quite rich, than it shows in pics. Last pic shows a tint of pinkiness but its not. Just the light playing tricks *.*

And again, it might look different on different people, the natural color of the lips always effects/shows through the real color of the gloss/lipstick.

Animal Instinct is a pretty brown with undertones of red. Can say sort of earthy red color!

The color is quite rich, formula non-sticky and non-sheer like most of the glosses do. Which is a big plus for me!! Apply lavishly, it shows the dark side of the color (nothing evil about it *.*). Its very pigmented as i said earlier and stays on for 1.5 - 2 hrs for me(nothing stays quite long on me, i sort of eat on glosses and lipsticks, eewww i know *.*). I prefer to wear this with my Jordana Cherrywood lipliner,  as it sort of bleeds on me( i apply rather lavishly for that dark earthy red color). Am so in love with this lately, that now i sort of don't look at my other sheer glosses!! And why would I ??

Perfect for day and evening look, this lipgloss is a must if you love rich, intense and pigmented glosses *.*

What I Love ~

• Very rich, intense and pigmented lipgloss
• Its totally matte
• Non-sheer and non-sticky 

What I don't Love ~

• Packaging looks quite cheap

Other Shades ~ 

• Concrete Safari
• Wine Wilderness

Price ~ 329 INR 

Look out for offers and you can grab this at 229 INR or less.

What's your fav gloss lately???

XoXo

Sangy

My April Faves..

With April over, i have this huge list to share with you. My April Faves ...

I know am late for this post but i wanted to share anyways *.*

Being in Lagos i had a great access to L.A.Colors and L'Oreal Nail colors which i hardly see here. Nevertheless i have been crazy shopping alot lately. Mostly for my Nail Polish stash and some couple of makeup items. Out of them i have been in love with some alot than i can say in words.

These are my faves for April 2012 ~

Jordana Brow Powder Duo in Black - Very compact and handy, its my first brow powder kit and i must say i am in love. No more pencils and smudging which often take sometimes mins, this kit is super handy and all i need is secs to finish setting my brows.

Jordana Lipstick in Toastie Taupe 172 - Inexpensive,nice color and a good add on to lipsticks and colors if you are into having more options. Its not exactly Taupe but more of brown and coral mix.

Lakme Lipstick in Aphrodite Blush * - Its the first lipstick in my stash with undertone of Coral. And am seriously loving it. Its very much in color of a natural blush but on my lips shows quite a bit of coralness

See both look alike mostly except the toastie taupe is sheer and less cream than Aphrodite Blush..

Lakme Absolute White Intense Concealer Stick SPF 20 * - Again its a first concealer stick i own, i never needed one before, but now with couple of acne spots showing this came very handy. More a matty, it rather covers the light spots i have very well

Revlon Nail Enamel in Ooh La La Lilac 324 - A gorgeous nail color from Revlon, its looks pretty white with undertones of Lilac. When swatched it shows its true color and the lilac beauty surfaces.

Maybelline NY Clearglow Bright Benefit Cream - Perfect for my daily wear, its covers the uneven skin tone quite well and give a natural glow finish. One can hardly make out i used BB cream.

NYX Girls Gloss in 03 Pink - Pretty Barbie Pink, the gloss stays quite longer and doesnt bleed. By the looks of it, it seems its a bright neon pink, while the swatches reveal its pale pink beauty.

Avon Glimmersticks Eye Liners in Emerald Glow, Smokey Diamond, Black Ice, Twilight Sparkle - These glimmersticks are so good to add that touch of subtle sexiness to eyes. I cant get enough of these, Black Ice is in my daily wear stash *.*

Avon Ultra Moisture Rich Rose Lipstick in Amelia Rose - A girly pink, its leaves the lips soft and stays on quite well. Need re-application if want all day long. Definitely not glossy, its perfect for daily wear or say even office wear.

Avon Extra Lasting Kajal * - Its a lovely kajal that takes minnimum effort and shows good results.  Staying power is quite good which am impressed with it alot, it hardly smudges or transfers.

What are your April Favs??

Till next time.....

XoXo

Sangy

Lip Ice + Revlon = Shiny and Glossy Lips

I have seen and read reviews about 'Lip Ice' but was kinda hesitant. And recently when i spotted this at a local beauty shop, i wanted to see what's it all about!!

First thing i loved about it, it changed the whole look of my fav lipstick..
It made the frosty mauve of Revlon to a shiny and glossy one. See the swatches here ~

I used Lip Ice as base and applied Revlon Frosty Mauve.

I see more use of it in future too. Have you tried 'Lip Ice'??

XoXo

Sangy

Colorbar Pout Pots..

If i have to buy i guess that would be...

Pics: Elle mag, Jan 2012 Issue

Warm me up and Pink Velvet!! I have been crushing over these for quite long time now but then i have way too many gloss and lipsticks...

And warm me up reminds me of the Ripe Strawberry gloss from Avon. Will do the review soon but would not be able to compare for you as i don't have colorbar pots *.*

XoXo
Sangy

First Barry M's!!...

...courtesy of my Dad! Well, actually a friend of his who owns a stationery and gave him this set of Barry M make-up for me which was being given for free with a magazine :D so I didn't fork out a single Euro cent for these beauties!

I got a Shimmering Body Creme which I will probably use as an eyeshadow base/highlighter; 

a very shimmery purple nail polish; 

a Special Edition Glossy Tube which smells like bubblegum;

and finally a pink Shimmering Eye and Lip Crayon

Reviews and swatches will follow soon ;)

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Review: Nivea CareGloss & Shine in Natural

I have had this product for quite a long time and I can't believe I haven't done a review about it yet! I bought it because I wanted a gloss that also performed as a lip balm as this seemed to fit the bill!

Here's what it looks like:

The tube and the doe-foot applicator

When you buy it, it will be supplied in a blister pack and the tube holds 10ml of product which is great! I'm not sure about the actual retail price but I think it's around the €4 mark.

I chose this shade as I wanted an everyday shade that goes with everything (there are also a red, a pink, a pearly, and a Q10 anti-wrinkle version available).  Therefore, it is essentially clear but it has the slightest hint of a peach sheen with an inconspicuous peachy shimmer. 

I have been in love with this product from the very first use for a variety of reasons.

1. The ease of application: I really like it when glosses come in this format as it makes it easier to get the product right on your lips... where you want it to be.

2. The twist-off cap offers a hygienic alternative and promises that the gloss won't end up all smeared in your make-up bag.

3. The 'colour' of it as well as it's long-lastingness.

4. Nice smell and taste as well as being non-sticky.

5. Value for money... this is only my first tube and I have to buy another one soon because I am running low only now, after almost two years of using this.  Bear in mind that I carry this product with me wherever I go and use it everyday.  I like how it provides instant relief from dry, chapped lips + it makes them look more glamourous with a hint of gloss.

Would I repurchase this product? Definitely yes!! And maybe some of the other shades as well! Have you ever tried any of the CareGloss & Shine range sweeties?

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Top-Ten Tuesdays ~ Lip Products

Good morning my lovelies hope you had a good night's sleep and are now ready to face the day, no matter what it throws at you ;). And what better way to do it than that extra confidence that a perfect pout is guaranteed to give? So, for that extra bit of help, I am going to share my Top-Ten Lip Products. Here we go (as always, click on the names for a full review)!

10. L'Oreal Glam Shine Crystals in 301 Coral Strass

9. Estee Lauder Lip Defining Pencil in Spice

8. Deborah Rossetto 24 Ore in 13 Creamy

7. Max Factor Lipstick in 804 Hint of Red

6. The Body Shop Born Lippy Passionberry Lip Balm

5. e.l.f. Mineral Lipsticks

4. Nivea Care Gloss & Shine in Natural

3. Napoleon Perdis Protege Lip Gloss

2. e.l.f. Super Glossy Lip Shines in Goddess & Malt Shake

1. Maybelline Water Shine in 02 Cocoa Shake

Vaseline still remains my all time favourite product for keeping lips moisturized though, but since this was more targeted to 'actual' beauty products, I left it out. Anyways, what are your favourite lip products ladies?

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Review: Rimmel Shock Gloss 3D Magnifying Lipgloss in 200 Clearly Clear

I believe every girl should have a trusty clear lipgloss in her make-up bag (apart from heaps of other make-up products that is :P). Mine is Rimmel Shock Gloss 3D Magnifying Lipgloss in 200 Clearly Clear.

I chose this out of the hundreds available on the market because I was curious. Yes! Curious... about the applicator not the gloss of course! Let's see what's so different with this gloss. The packaging is pretty much what you would expect a lipgloss to look like...

It has a spatula type applicator and Rimmel say with it you can control the amount of gloss you apply. I remember myself taking a look at it in the tube and thinking it had the fabric missing (like the doe-foot applicators), until I noticed there's a sticker on the cap which says the gloss has a spatula applicator. It is a bit tricky to get used to at first but once you do, it's as easy as 1,2,3!  I do agree that I can control how much product to apply, I just took some time to figure out how to handle the spatula... too much gloss and it could feel that my lips were about the fall with the weight, too little and it feels like I did nothing. With the right amount though, the lips have a beautiful plumped up appearance. The gloss doesn't last that long on the lips though. It carries no smell and taste.

I believe Rimmel have discontinued this line, maybe because people were complaining of the applicator. It didn't bother me, but I have to admit that I prefer the traditional doe-foot applicators.

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Review: Napoleon Perdis Protege Lip Gloss

Here's another lipgloss review! This time, it is the only high-end lipgloss that I own to date... Napoleon Perdis Protege Lip Gloss.

This lipgloss was sent to me for free from Meg's Make-up after redeeming 50 make-up points (if anyone of you wants me to send them an invitation to join Meg's Make-up please don't hesitate to let me know. P.S. you now have to pay a small fee for shipping though when redeeming the points).

Here's what NP says about this lipgloss:

'This limited edition mint-flavored lip gloss is the secret to lustrous lips 24/7. A built-in mirror ensures ease of application, while Bees Wax nourishes and protects your pout. Result: Lips are left super-shiny.'

As you can see from the image here, the lipgloss comes in a transparent, square tube with the company name on the front stamped in gold and a small mirror on the lid, all packaged in the pictured leopard print box. I don't normally keep boxes but I like this one so much, I decided to keep it (plus, it's a high-end product hehe). Overall, I really like the packaging as it looks really professional; in fact, in this regard, it is my favourite gloss.

The colour may look a bit scary at first, but it is just a nude coral colour, perfect for summer days and to brighten up winter days as well. Here's a swatch:

                               

As you open the tube, a nice, fresh, minty smell greets you and this lingers onto your lips for a few minutes, during which you will feel a tingling sensation. The applicator resembles a lip-brush, but the bristles stay close together due to the liquid texture of the gloss. However, application is still smooth and not-sticky at all. 

With regards stay-on power, this gloss compares to others I have which is average.

I like the mirror thing, but I still can't figure out how I am supposed to apply the lipgloss and look at it at the same time :S but I carry a mirror with me all the time so that is no big deal. Finally, I like how soft, smooth and moisturized my lips feel when wearing this lipgloss.

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Review: L'Oreal Paris Glam Shine Crystals in 301 Coral Strass

Hello my beauties :) I hope you are all doing great! Today, I am going to review L'Oreal Paris Glam Shine Crystals in 301 Coral Strass lipgloss. 

As usual, here's what the packaging looks like:

It is a sleek tube with a twist off cap and holds 6ml of product. It is transparent, and therefore makes it easy for me to know when I am really running low. The applicator is a bit unusual, which L'Oreal describes as a heart-shaped wand:

Now on to the actual lipgloss. The description on the back of the tube says: 'Scintillating Shine. Glamourous Lip-Plumping Effect'. I agree with the fast part on the scintillating shine, but I still can't figure out the plumping bit as I have never noticed any difference.  

I really like the colour of this gloss though, and I like to wear it both on its own or layered over a lipstick for a night out. It is a sheer but highly glossy shade in a light pink tone with coral and pink shimmers. It is a tad shiny so that's why I prefer to use it for night time rather than during the day. Here's a swatch:

It is not sticky and has a particular sweet-fruity smell that translates to a not-so-bad taste. This lipgloss stays on for a good number of hours but since you may need to carry it with you for touch-ups, it comes in a conveniently-sized tube. The applicator enables you to control how much product to apply and its soft texture feels pleasant as well.

I bought this lipgloss for €11 (duty-free from Corfu airport).

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Review: e.l.f. Super Glossy Lip Shines SPF 15

Another elf review for today :) This time, it's the Super Glossy Lip Shines SPF 15's turn. I got my first three shades free with a promotion earlier this year and have been hooked ever since!

Mine came in this cute plastic pouch but I believe normally, they come individually packed in blister packages just like the other products from elf's regular line:

The shades are (left to right), Goddess, Malt Shake & Iced Latte (this is my order of preference).

As I said earlier, I got these 3 free with a promotion when e.l.f. UK's facebook page reached 50,000 likes and they were randomly chosen for each customer.  When I took them out, I instantly loved all of them but I wasn't sure of Malt Shake and Iced Latte in terms of how they will turn out against my skin. On the other hand, I knew Goddess would look good as normally I tend to reach for similar colours.

On with the review. With regards the actual lipgloss tubes, they are made of clear plastic and have the elf logo and the product name printed in silver on the front and the ingredients on the back. They have a twist off transparent cap and a slating tip out which you squeeze the product. Although the packaging may look cheap, I actually like it as I can see exactly which colour I am picking and also, they are convenient to carry around in any bag. Here they are pictured (top to bottom: Goodess, Malt Shake and Iced Latte) in natural light:

As for the colours, they are not dark at all! This is primarily the reason I am more of a lipgloss person rather than a lipstick person, because I like sheer shades more. Goddess is my absolute favourite as it is such a nice, warm colour and goes with everything, both alone and layered over lipsticks. Malt Shake, for me is a bit hard to describe... it's kind of a red-brown with old rose undertones. It also comes out sheer and I like to layer it on red lipsticks most. Finally Iced Latte, a warm brown shade that has some shimmer in it as well. I like this lipgloss when layered over my natural brown lipstick better than when worn alone, but overall it is a nice shade as well. From left to right: Iced Latte, Malt Shake and Goddess:

I would like to point out the fact that these are not sticky at all (they are actually bf approved :P) and last for quite a long time on my lips. I also love the sweet smell (and taste) which on the website is described as Sweet Grape. Bonus points go to the SPF 15 and the feeling of moisturized lips.

These lip glosses can be purchased from the elf cosmetics website and retail at £1.50/€1.70 each.   

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My Lip Gloss Collection and some reviews

Hello there sweeties :)

This review will be a bit different from my previous ones because I will include all the lip glosses I have and I will do short reviews on each of them. Enjoy reading through :)

I'm going to start with my latest additions which I am now addicted to thanks to e.l.f. for sending them as a free gift with my last order. These are the bottom 3 lip glosses in the picture above. I got 3 shades:

- Iced Latte

- Malt Shake

- Goddess

My favourite has got to be Goddess. It's more of the colour I normally go to for my lips. However, I was surprised that the other two are not that dark against my fair complexion :) What I like about these lip glosses is the sweet smell and taste and also the fact that they are not sticky at all (this has also been confirmed by my boyfriend :P). They really last long as well. And here they are in their pretty pouch which e.l.f. supplied them in :) :

My next two most used lip glosses are the Nivea one (uppermost peachy tube) and the clear one with the pink cap which is by Rimmel. The Nivea one is called Caregloss and Shine in Neutral from their Lip Care range and the Rimmel one is from the Shock Gloss range and its 200 Clearly Clear.

The Nivea lip gloss is always shifting from one bag to the other; which ever I choose to take with me when I'm out. It has a really pleasant smell and glides on smoothly without being sticky. The neutral colour ensures it goes with every look.

The clear gloss by Rimmel is a bit sticky but not that much it still gives me a good result...worn alone or on lipstick. What I like about it is the spatula applicator because it gathers just the right amount of gloss for precise application. Here is a picture of the applicator:

Another favourite is one I got as a gift last month (I even included it in my June favourites) for redeeming 50 make up points on Meg's Make up (just send me an email if you want me to send you an invite to join). It is one my faves for various reasons:

1. I love the packaging

2. It's high end

3. Its colour

4. The soft applicator brush

5. Its minty taste

6. A small mirror is included on the cap

Here are pictures of the packaging, applicator and mirror...

Next, are the two middle tubes...the pink one and the yellowish one.

The pink one, I received it as a gift last Christmas and it was part of a set from Primark. I love the smell of sweets it has and the pink colour. However, I dislike the stickiness of the product...I still use it though. Who can ever refuse a pink lip gloss :P ??

The yellowish one is from The Body Shop and it is also a bit sticky. I use it mainly for nights out because it is glittery and I think glitter should be left for the night.

Another The Body Shop purchase...Born Lippy Lip Balm in Passion Berry. I love these lip balms and can't seem to get enough of them (I had a Strawberry one too)! Not only do they taste lovely, but besides protecting your lips with a just-seen sheen, they are also glossy so I use it as a lip gloss as well. I don't carry it around with me because it is in a pot and I hate sticking my finger in a pot without being able to wash my hands afterwards...not to mention contaminating the product itself. What I do instead is I use a small lip brush to apply it.

Finally, the last one is from L'Oreal and it is called Glam Shine Crystals in Coral Strass 301. I bought this lip gloss from Corfu Airport last year before I departed back home. Since it is somewhat glittery I also like to use it at night. It has a sponge applicator and it is not sticky and lasts well.

Hope you enjoyed this article!

Stay beautiful,

Lara xoxo