MAC Pink Pigeon - Review, Photos, Swatches

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MAC Pink Pigeon is my utmost favorite bright pink lipstick! It's almost as neon-y as Candy Yum Yum without the purple undertones. It's a matte, cool toned pink that's just perfect for spring and summer. This lipstick is from the MAC Iris Apfel Collection.

MAC Pink Pigeon 

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PROS: formula is awesome, long wearing, matte but not drying, opaque, and the shade is just pretty
CONS: limited edition. :(

VERDICT:

 I will definitely repurchase!



Where To Buy:
MAC Pink Pigeon
(prices may vary) Online

NARS Carthage - Review, Photos, Swatches

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If you're looking for a bright (non neon-y though) pink lipstick that's REALLY matte, NARS Carthage could be the lipstick for you. This is my first tube from NARS' Pure Matte line, and I must say that it really deserves the name. It's so matte that it could be a little drying on my lips. Carthage is an awesome color to wear, regardless of the season. It's a medium fuchsia shade, almost the same hue as Girl About Town on me. It's really long wearing and pigmented.

NARS Carthage

NARS Pure Matte Lipstick in Carthage

bright medium fuchsia

Carthage

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PROS: long wearing, matte, pigmented, packaging is sleek and easy to tote around, color is gorgeous
CONS: almost drying so I suggest a balm before applying it, quite pricey with a little less product compared to their semi-matte lipsticks (which are cheaper, btw)


VERDICT:

 I will repurchase when I don't find something better.



Where To Buy:
NARS Carthage
1450php, NARS Counters

MAC Prince Noir - Review, Photos, Swatches

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MAC Prince Noir is a dark burgundy shade with red undertones. It has a matte finish. It's quite opaque and color payoff is really nice. It's texture and feel on my lips is similar that of MAC Russian Red - matte but a little creamy. This is a limited edition shade that's included in the MAC Me Over Collection that was launched last year.

MAC Prince Noir

MAC Prince Noir

Matte Lipstick

Dark Burgundy Lipstick

Prince Noir - A41

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PROS: It's formula is great. It has a matte finish but it's not drying at all. The color is opaque and it's long wearing.

CONS: It's a limited edition shade. A bit dark and intimidating for some people and it's also pricey.

VERDICT: 

I will definitely repurchase! (if it'll be re-promoted)


Where To Buy:
MAC Prince Noir
1000php, MAC Counters or Online (best option)

FTC: I paid for this product with my own money. I am not getting paid to make this review. I am not affiliated with the said brand. Photos above are taken/owned by yours truly.

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Monte Carlo - Review, Photos, Swatches

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Monte Carlo - one of Europe's leading tourist destinations. It is widely known for it's casino and prominence. A movie of the same name, featuring Selena Gomez. Leighton Meester, Katie Cassidy, and Cory Monteith, was just released in 2011. (via Wikipedia and IMDb)

I'm a huge Selena Gomez and Leighton Meester fan. I know their songs (I try to sing them, too. When I'm alone. LOL) But.. I'm a bigger fan of NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Monte Carlo.

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Monte Carlo

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Monte Carlo

Monte Carlo SMLC10

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NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream is a line of lip creams that are creamy when applied, and dries out matte. Most of the shades are opaque and can be worn with ease, even by girls with pigmented lips; Monte Carlo is one of those shades. Though it's not as opaque as Amsterdam and San Paulo, it is buildable so you just need to apply a little bit more to achieve perfect opacity.The color is a deep red, almost like Russian Red.

PROS: decent opacity and longevity, great formula (creamy to matte), the shade I believe can work on most skin tones. It is also affordable and handy.

CONS: It needs a little more effort compared to Amsterdam and San Paulo. 

VERDICT: 4 out of 5 CHILLIS!

Where To Buy:

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Monte Carlo

300php, Pretty Goddess

FTC: I paid for this product with my own money. I am not getting paid to make this review. I am not affiliated with the said brand. Photos above are taken/owned by yours truly.

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Istanbul - Review, Photos, Swatches

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Istanbul - it is the only part of Turkey that is connected to both Europe and Asia.(via Wikitravel)


Do you like pale pink lips? Or just plain pale lips? I personally don't. It makes me look like I'm sick, or dead. >__<

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Istanbul is a pale pink shade. It reminds me of MAC Viva Glam Gaga I. I personally think this will suit fair-skinned chicas with cool undertones, or maybe at least someone who doesn't have a pigmented lips.

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Istanbul

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Istanbul

Istanbul SMLC06

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PROS: The formula is great: starts as creamy, then dries out matte. It tastes yummy, too. The packaging is handy and it's affordable.

CONS: The color is not for everybody. If you have pigmented lips (like myself), you might need to pile on 4-5 layers just so it can fully cover your lips.I also think this will suit fair-skinned chicas with cool undertones better.

VERDICT: 3 out of 5 CHILIS! I love the formula, but the shade doesn't suit me at all. My face just looks dull and gray.

Do you like pale / nude lips?? Why and why not?

Where To Buy:

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Istanbul

300php, Pretty Goddess

FTC: I paid for these products with my own money. I am not getting paid to make this review. I am not affiliated with the said brands. Photos above are taken/owned by yours truly.

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in San Paulo - Review, Photos, Swatches

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San Paulo (São Paulo) - is the largest city in Brazil, the largest city in the southern hemisphere and South America, and the world's seventh largest city by population. (via Wikipedia) 

I was so excited to learn that I (and the rest of my countrymen) don't need to get a VISA to be able to fly to the beautiful Brazil!!! (For more info about this, click HERE) The country, the people, and it's beaches are gorgeous! For now, I'll stick to a piece (or at least inspired by a city there) of Brazil: NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in San Paulo (São Paulo).

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in San Paulo (São Paulo)

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in San Paulo (São Paulo)

lip cream with a wand

SMLC08

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Lip Swatch(shot outdoor, hence the bright lighting)

San Paulo is lighter and brighter than NYX Matte Lipstick in Merlot and MAC Craving. It is a dark pinkish red. It's no as bright as the typical reds and pinks. It's subtle yet still have enough punch of color to make your puckers cute and kissable.

Apologies for the different lighting, I was outside when I took the photo of the lip swatch. It was pretty sunny that time (10:00am-11:00am). The more accurate swatches are the ones on my skin. 

PROS: Formula is great: creamy while being applied, dries out matte. The color is "neutral" enough to work for probably everyone.Opacity is awesome! Longevity is pretty decent for a drugstore brand and it is affordable.

CONS: I can't think of any. If you have problems with using wands, then that's probably it. Personally, I don't mind them. :)

VERIDCT: 5 out of 5 CHILIS!

Where To Buy:

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in San Paulo
300php, Pretty Goddess

FTC: I paid for these products with my own money. I am not getting paid to make this review. I am not affiliated with the said brands. Photos above are taken/owned by yours truly.

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Antwerp - Review, Photos, Swatches

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Antwerp is renowned as being the diamond capital of the world. It is the second largest city and municipality in Belgium as well as the capital of the province of Flanders.(via Antwerp)

Given the chance to go there, I would! In a heartbeat! But due to lack of resources (like most of us are), I guess the next best thing I can devour is the NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Antwerp.

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Antwerp

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Antwerp

SMLC05

Antwerp is a warm coral shade. I love this shade because it's not intimidatingly bright like your usual orange, yet it's still vibrant enough to lighten up your face.
This shade is perfect for spring/summer: it's girly, youthful, and fresh.

Comes with a wand

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Because the shade is light, girls with pigmented lips (represent, y'all!), we need to apply it generously. I think it took me 3-4 layers so it will completely cover my dark lips.

PROS: The color is adorable and wearable, it's matte, handy, and affordable. The opacity and longevity are decent.

CONS: If you're like me who has pigmented lips, you will need to apply a little more product to get the right opacity.  When it turns totally matte, the lines on your lips will be a bit defined so exfoliate your puckers and always apply a lip balm.

VERDICT: 4 out of 5 CHILIS! This is almost perfect. It's just that my lips are pigmented so I have to apply generously to achieve the opacity that I want.

Where To Buy:

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream in Antwerp
300php, Pretty Goddess

FTC: I paid for these products with my own money. I am not getting paid to make this review. I am not affiliated with the said brands. Photos above are taken/owned by yours truly.

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream - Istanbul, Antwerp, San Paulo, Amsterdam, Monte Carlo

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Istanbul, Antwerp, San Paulo (São Paulo), Amsterdam, Monte Carlo; when I hear these names, I just want to grab my passport and travel! 


For the beauty lovers (particularly the makeup junkies), these names, collectively, refers to 1 makeup product: 

NYX Soft Matte Lip Creams

NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream

Left-Right:

Istanbul
Antwerp
San Paulo (São Paulo)
Amsterdam
Monte Carlo

Istanbul, Antwerp, San Paulo  (São Paulo) , Amsterdam, Monte Carlo

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Left to Right:

Addis Ababa, Antwerp, Istanbul, San Paulo, Amsterdam, Monte Carlo

Click HERE for the review on Addis Ababa and HERE for Amsterdam :)

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This soft matte lip cream formula is more matte than their matte lipsticks. When worn, they could emphasize the lines on your lips (especially the lighter shades). I love it's smell and taste (vanilla sorbet?).

These come with wands, so if you have problems with "double dipping", I'm not sure if you'll dig this.

Also, they have other shades from this line. The shades mentioned above are the ones that I have on hand. :)

Please watch out for my individual reviews on these babies. ;)

FTC: I purchased these products with my own money. I 'm not getting paid for this post. I'm not affiliated with the brand mentioned. Photos above are owned/taken by yours truly.