MAC Full Fuchsia - Review, Photos, Swatches

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MAC Full Fuchsia is a lipstick that really deserves it's name. It's a spot-on fuchsia with subtle hints of shimmer. It's in an amplified creme finish so expect opaque coverage. I wasn't a fan of this shade at first because it seemed like it should be under the satin finish family.It's not as creamy as my other MAC lipstick in the said finishm but I learned to love it eventually. ;)

MAC Full Fuchsia

amplified creme

Full Fuschia

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PROS: Texture and color payoff are superb. Long wearing, right amount of creaminess, buildable color. You can wear it really opaque or sheer. 

CONS: It's a bit expensive.

VERDICT: 

  I will definitely repurchase!

Where To Buy:

MAC Full Fuchsia

1000php, MAC Counters

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  

Illamasqua Lipstick in Over - Review, Photos, Swatches

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Illamasqua is a high-end makeup brand that offers a wide variety of beauty essentials for your alter ego. I've been reading great reviews about their products, particularly their lipsticks. So when the chance of ordering in Sephora came my way, I just had to grab it.I ordered 2 matte lipsticks from them. Here is the first one:

Illamasqua Lipstick in Over

the package

Bright orange-coral

Over

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Illamasqua lipstick in Over is a matte coral-orange shade. It's not the kind of orange that's too bright. It's pretty long wearing, too.It's on cool toned side of orange though. It's a girly orange lipstick that's perfect for spring and summer. 

PROS: The color is fab, especially for spring and summer. It has a matte finish and long wearing. The packaging is also sleek and sophisticated.

CONS: A little too drying. The opacity needs work, especially for girls with pigmented lips. It's also expensive and not locally available in the Philippines.

VERDICT:

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

Where To Buy:

Illamasqua Lipstick in Over

1550php, Sephora

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  

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 Round Lipstick in Eros - Review, Photos, Swatches

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Eros  is the Greek god of love. His Roman counterpart is Cupid. When you think of love and cupid, what is the color that comes to mind? Yes, red. This is probably why NYX named this red lipstick Eros.

NYX Round Lipstick in Eros

NYX Round Lipstick in Eros

Red Lipstick

Eros - LSS 536

NYX Round Lipstick in Eros is a warm bright red lipstick with hints of orange undertones. It's very pigmented and opaque. It has a subtle golden shimmer and is in a creamy finish. I love the fact that it's so easy to apply and doesn't leave my lips dry. The downside? Longevity (just like other NYX round lipsticks).

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PROS: Opaque, pigmented, creamy, and very affordable.

CONS: Longevity needs work. This lasts 2 hours max on me.

VERDICT:

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

Where To Buy:

NYX Round Lipstick in Eros

160php, 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.

MAC Lipsticks: the Bold, the Dark, and the Beautiful

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No, it's not Halloween. No, I'm not a vampire nor a goth. Why can't bold and dark colors be just bad-ass? Vampy? FIERCE?

I think you've already gotten the idea that I'm all about lipsticks. I've shown you some of my reds, pink, and oranges. I think it's about time I present to you my bold, dark, and beautiful lipsticks. :)

MAC Prince Noir

MAC Smoked Purple

MAC Rebel

MAC Violetta

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(L-R) Smoked Purple, Prince Noir, Rebel, Violetta)

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(L-R) Smoked Purple, Prince Noir, Rebel, Violetta)

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

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.