Beauty Craving: Lipsticks

Since I bought my first red lipstick, I have enjoyed the process of using makeup (lipstick, specifically) to complement my outfit. I never realized how much a specific lip color can add that "little something" to your look. Eventually, I ventured into trying out different shades (outside of red and pink) and I see my lipstick collection growing by the day. And yet, I can't stop! Here are some other lipstick shades that I am particularly eyeing to add to my lipstick stash for future use. 

MAC Craving

I've been looking for beautiful plum shades and this is one in particular that I've set my eyes on. It is plum but with hints of pink. It is an amplified creme finish so it also got a subtle shine to it.

Maybelline Bit of Berry

In my search for plum lip shades, I also came across Bit of Berry from Maybelline. It is close to MAC Craving, no wonder why these two are often compared next to each other. However, this shade from Maybelline is more pink than Craving is. It is part of the Color Sensational line from Maybelline.

MAC Candy Apple

Okay, another plumful shade. This one though comes with a midtonal warm plum, perfect for the cold weather ahead. It is part of MAC's So Supreme lipstick collection. Therefore, the lipstick formula is moisturising and with a sheen designed to give a flash of glow to your lips.

MAC Relentlessly Red

This is part of the Retro Matte lipstick collection from MAC, as inspired by its most famous red shade - Ruby Woo. As a big fan of matte lipstick, I cannot wait to sample this particular shade. It comes with a cool undertone to give more eye-catching effect to the lip color.

Revlon Lover's Coral

MAC Sunny Seoul

The creamy and warm pink color from Sunny Seoul tug at my heart, making this lip shade a part of my must-have lipsticks. This color might work best on light skin tones, though, because the shade is very ethereal that it verges on the line of pastel. It is also a perfect lip color to wear for day look.

L'Oreal Plum Passion

Dubbed as the "party shade", this dark plum lip color is a dream. I can envision myself wearing this with a party dress this upcoming holiday. 

Have you tried any of these lipstick shades? I'd love to hear your review - be sure to leave your links in the comment section so I can check them out. xo

 

Maybelline So Nude Lipstick in NU37

I've been contemplating this for a long time but I finally caved in: I bought my first nude lipstick. And what better way to try it than with Maybelline's Color Sensational So Nude line. To be specific, I picked up the NU37 lipstick, which is a beautiful pink nude that comes with a creamy finish.

When I tried my first swatch of NU37, I knew my search has come to an end. It turns out I was not about ready to fully step out of my comfort zone yet - the lipstick has hints of pink to it for a light and fresh look. I like that the lipstick applies very easily; in fact, it just glides on your lips. The color can be very light though so I had to do a few swatches in order to get that pink glow to my lips. But the good thing is that it does not fade easily. It really does stay on the lips for a long time. 

The only downside is that it has a sticky texture when you apply it. However, I feel like the stickiness helps to give more staying power to the lipstick.

Apparently, the So Nude line is a limited edition and there are only four other shades to choose from. 

Have you tried any of the So Nude lipsticks from Maybelline? If so, what are your thoughts?