It was my aim to venture into some bolder lip colours, and with the 2 for 1 Maybelline are doing at the moment it was a great chance to try a couple out!
The packaging is cute. The colours are great, such a huge range. It applies really smoothly and feels quite moistursing, not cakey. When I first put it on I thought it smelt a bit like my kids Play-Doh, but that smell seems to have gone now thankfully.
It isn't as long lasting as some other lipsticks I have, but wore well for about 3 hours which is great. Will be heading in to get a couple more before the special runs out!
I picked up a couple of Maybelline Colour Sensational Lipsticks this weekend after seeing the awesome 2 for 1 special Maybelline had on at Farmers. This was the first time I had tried a Maybelline lipstick and I am so glad I did, the quality beyond met my expectations.
Firstly, the colour selection of Maybelline's Colour Sensational Lipsticks is really amazing. There are so many options, and they're grouped in different types which makes it easier to choose if you're looking for something specific - Matts, Reds, Pinks and now Buffs and Vivids. I have an amazing cherry red, aptly named Very Cherry, and the stunning Vivids colour Hot Plum. It was hard pulling myself away with just two, I may have to be back next payday!
The packaging itself is very cute. The coloured plastic caps help distinguish at a glance what lipstick type it is, bright red for the Vivid and a dark red for the cherry lipstick, and they have stickers on the base that match the lipstick shade. This comes in really handy when you have more than a few lippys and you're in a bit of a rush!
The formula itself is really pigmented, creamy and quite moisturising, which will be great in cooler months. I didn't find it drying at all and I have quite dry lips. It's also lightly scented, soft and sweet which I guess is the "nourishing honey nectar".
You can apply these lippies straight to the lip in a quick swipe and they'll look great, however for longer-lasting wear I first exfoliated my lips, lined them with a nude liner, and then applied the colour straight from the bullet. The shape meant that good application was easy without a brush. I then blotted and reapplied. The finish was nice, not too matt or shiny so perfect for day or night. I found that the colour lasted pretty well, a few hours of colour without reapplying. It does transfer quite a bit, I ended up with the usual lovely lipstick marks around my coffee (but that's how people know it's mine!). Definately worth a touch-up after eating.
I love the Colour Sensational Lipsticks and can't wait to repurchase, stellar buy!
Tips: With colours like these, you should definately ensure your lips are in good condition before applying as otherwise they will highlight any chapped skin. Exfolliate first remove dead skin and give your lippy a smooth surface to adhere to!