Maybelline Gilded in Gold Holiday Collection

MAYBELLINE NEW YORK

GILDED IN GOLD

LIMITED EDITION HOLIDAY COLLECTION

Maybelinne New York has come out with a Limited Edition Holiday Collection called Gilded in Gold. I came across it last week at the store and it instantly caught my attention considering my love for Maybelline and especially the Maybelline Color Tattoos. I believe I might have every color, but this collection contained limited edition shades. I checked it out and purchased what I thought would be the best to test out.

The Gilded in Gold Collection!

Here is what I purchased and my thoughts:

Revlon Colorburst Matte and Lacquer Lip Balms

REVLON

COLORBURST™

LACQUER and MATTE LIP BALM

Revlon has launched a new Lip Product and it is the New Colorburst™ Lacquer and Matte Lip Balms. I came across these the other day and picked up one in each category (Matte and Lacquer) to try out. I have been learning lately, to not pick up the entire collection and just pick up shades that I think are best to test out. Than if I like them, I will go back for more and update my posts with the new shades/swatches. Just because it's new, does not mean that it's going to be amazing!

Here is the Skinny on the Colorburst™ Lacquer and Matte Lip Balms From Revlon:

NEW REVLON COLORBURST™
The Crayon Collection
Collectable Craveable Color in Two Fabulous Finishes

Here are the Two Shades (One in Each Category) that I picked out.

Matte Lip Balm - 230 Complex

I decided to get a nude tone in the Matte, because what better shade to test out a Matte in than a Nude Beige Tone. I found it to be very Matte as described and the color to be "Spot On" which really makes me love a lip stick/gloss/balm line. When you get the color that you think you are buying, it's like the angels are singing. I would definitely recommend wearing this when you lips are hydrated as I would any lipstick/gloss/balm that is described as "Matte". It will not dry out your lips, but it will definitely accentuate any dryness that you have on your lips, as any matte lip product would. That is why I always stress, to take care of those Lips!!

Lacquer Lip Balm - 125 Flirtatious

I chose this pinkish red shade in the Lacquer finish because I thought it would look so beautiful on so many different skin tones. It would be the perfect shade to wear with barely any makeup on to make your lips pop, especially with the shine that it leaves. It would also be the perfect shade for when you do wear a heavy eye or cheek because it is not too bright or too deep, wear it would look as if you were wearing too much makeup. Those types of lip tones are hide to find and that is why I loved this shade so much. This lacquer also went on so well and left my lips feeling nice and smooth with absolutely no dryness. I did not notice any odd taste with either of them. They are the perfect size to throw in your handbag and they twist up, perfect for traveling!

Swatched : Complex, Flirtatious
You can really see her the difference in the Finish!

Final Thoughts:

I really like both of these lip balms. If I had to pick a favorite in finish it would be the lacquer and in color it would be the matte. I just can't stop loving Nude Shades! What I like to do best with these two shades, is to wear the nude matte as a base and wear the lacquer over it. It kinda gives the lacquer a base and makes it stay on longer. It also creates a bit more of a toned down look if you find the lacquer to be to shiny. I do not find it to be to shiny at all, I think it has just the right amount of shine for a day time look. I hope you enjoyed this post and I hope it helped if you are looking for a new lip balm to try that is priced right and has gorgeous colors and finishes to pick from!

Thanks,

Sik Glam

Loreal Voluminous Butterfly Mascara

 L’Oréal Voluminous Butterfly™ Mascara

I just had to pick up this mascara because I have loved L’Oréal Voluminous Million Lashes Mascara for so long. I saw this new mascara, read what it promised and knew I had to have it because L’Oréal always delivers! I love mascara's they spread out your lashes, lengthen and get into the corners. When you get into the corners, it can make a world of difference of how your lashes appear! It can not only make your lashes appear fuller, but make your eyes appear bigger and who doesn't want that! It has been scientifically proven that people are drawn to "Bigger Eyes" and they are one of the body's most attractive features! So work those eyes!

Here is the Skinny on the Voluminous Butterfly™ Mascara From L’Oréal:

Introducing Dramatic Fanned Out Volume:From L’Oréal Paris, a breakthrough mascara innovation to deliver a bold lash effect. The breakthrough wing tip brush catches lashes and extends to the outer corners of the eye. The new fiber infused formula delivers lashes with up to 6x more volume.
The Result: Every lash extended for a dramatic lash fringe that flutters.
How To Use:Place brush at base of lashes and gently sweep up to tip—no need to pump the wand. Removes easily with soap and water.

The Asymmetrical Wing Tip Brush!  Coats Corner to Corner

I love this mascara for so many reasons. The primary reasons are because it does not clump, it does not irritate my eyes and it is so easy to remove. This mascara leaves my lashes lengthened and separated with a silky black like finish. It is so easy to use and I love how the brush wand is curved to really help lift the lashes while applying the mascara to keep them separated. Seperation is key in getting your mascara not to clump! This mascara truly leaves your lashes with a Butterfly looking effect, winged out while beautiful lengthened and separated! I sweep the brush about three different times on each eye to make sure I get my entire lashes. I sweep it once in the middle, than once on each corner. I do not have to re-dip the brush for more product, it works so well. You might not have to do my method (3 different times), I have too because my eyes are large and there is a lot of area to cover!

Final Thoughts:

I am so happy that I bought this mascara. I have been obsessed with L’Oréal 's Voluminous Million Lashes for ages and this new one just takes it to a whole new level. I know that this is going to be a new favorite mascara of mine! I hope you enjoyed this post and I hope this helped anyone that is looking for a new mascara that lifts and separates while still coating every single lash! Leaving you looking wide eyed and ready to go!

Thanks,

Sik Glam