Max Factor Velvet Matte Lipstick Review

I was on the BR trial team for this product and I picked the shade Rose 20. For a matte formula this lipstick is very creamy. They do mention it in their write up about it but it was so creamy that to me it didn't feel like a matte. I was also sent the universal Max Factor lip liner and used this two different ways with the lipstick. The first time I wore this lippy I broke one of my own cardinal rules which is, one must do a lip scrub before applying matte lipstick. I didn't and you could tell. The first time I wore it I applied the universal liner around and then all over my lips. I have done it before with other liners and find it can help. I this case I'm not sure it did. The next time I wore it I just applied it around my lips (after doing a lip scrub) and the lippy felt nicer on. The formula is not what I expect from a matte and I found on both occasions I wore it I had clumps of the lipstick on my lips after I had touched it up a couple of times. The first time, having not done a lip scrub, I kind of expected it but there was a lot of it. I took the whole lot off at lunchtime and reapplied it because it looked awful. The second time it was much less but still enough to annoy me. Because this formula is creamy for a matte I didn't find the staying power what I would expect from other matte lipsticks. I had to reapply it more often, as I would do when wearing a creme or similar formula lipstick. This is a big downside for a matte lipstick I have to say. I quite like the packaging and I especially love being able to see the colour without taking the lid off. When you have over 70 lipsticks being able to locate the one you want quickly is important. The case has a nice matte feel and clicks together tightly and securely. I really liked the shade I picked and in all honesty this is the overriding factor as to why I will continue wearing it long-term. I am a bit of a lipstick connoisseur and I know what I like and have very high expectations for lipsticks. With the price of these I'm not sure I would purchase more of the range because I don't need to spend too much more to be getting into the price range for, in my opinion, superior lipsticks so I would take that option. It is a nice lippy overall and I will continue to use it but I don't have the same expectations of performance and longevity as I would of other matte lipsticks.

I receieved one of these lippies to trial from BR :). I was lucky enough to be able to choose my shade and I chose 35/Love, which is a rich red. Also I got a a sweet little bonus with this lippie, a universal lip liner (Max Factor) it draws invisibly - genius!

This lipstick packaging is simple but cool, a matte black cover and a clear bottom so that you can see the color.

The moment that I took this to my lips I was stunned by how buttery it is, it glides on super smoothly and is highly moisturising. This lipstick is so lovely to apply and the color is beautiful & rich.

Wear-wise however I found that this lipstick goes everywhere, coming off easily on anything that it comes into contact with. It's a bit of a bummer, but apart from that this lippie is perfect.

Love the color that I got, but being bright red I will probably keep it for special occasions, awesome for nights out!

So glad I was chosen to trial the max factor velvet lipstick. I received the shade nude with a max factor universal lip liner. It comes in a nice black bullet tube, which feels rubbery to touch with a clear base which makes it quite easy to chose the shade. It has the trademark max factor "X" etched on the side of the lipstick. This nude shade has a very beautiful nude pink color and I loved the look on my lips. I found that The lipstick itself feels quite moisturizing and does not give the dried up look which most matte lip products normally do, and that was a big plus for me.It glides on the lips quite smoothly and feels quite light as well. There is a nice soft smell which I cannot describe however it does not linger and I couldn't smell it once it was on my lips anyway. I tried it with and without the lip liner and the only difference was that lined lips had a better staying power whereas when I used the lipstick without the liner it faded out a lot quicker while eating or drinking. This will leave a mark on your glass and utensils and is not kiss proff. In saying that I must admit that it did last a good 4-5hours without the need for touch up. You will need to retouch after eating as it does fade especially around the sides. The color comes out really nice with just one coat I used two coats to give it a even finish. Overall I really liked this product and think that the price is quite reasonable as well. It does give a nice velvet matte look without the drying effect. Would purchase again. Thank you BR for choosing me for this trial.

I bought Sunkiss & love which is a very nice colour and good foe every season. It is not absolutely matte but has some moisture and shine in it as well. I was looking for something which doesn't give shine at all and when I tested it on my hand, it was shiny however it is not too shiny when you apply on the lips. Good thing is that it doesn't get dry and flaky maybe because it has that touch of the moisture in it. I can use it and recommend others as well.

I trialled this product for BR. I was so excited to try this product on National Lipstick Day, this lipstick is a gorgeous coral colour. This would suit warm skin tones and is bright enough to make a statement but still be pretty wearable. I am not impressed with the packaging, it looks very plastic and cheap when I take the lid off and the taste of the lipstick is a little bitter. The lipstick is very easy to use, in a traditional bullet shape and the lid should stay secure in your makeup bag. I tried this first on moisturised lips (with no liner) on National Lipstick Day and this stayed 2-3 hours before fading to a ring around my lips. I did drink coffee and water and have a few snacks during this time. When I tried again another day with the Max Factor Universal Lip Liner, this product stayed on much longer and lasted almost a whole workday (6-7 hours including lunch!). Applying the lipstick was a dream and it had a very comfortable, velvety feel but I don't feel this is a true matte lipstick. It had more of a satin finish. One swipe gave me bold colour already but I used 2 swipes so the colour was more even. I received lots of compliments while wearing this colour.

Max Factor X Matte is encased in a square black tube with its matching colour at the base. This is very handy, store it on its head and see which to choose immediately. The winder worked perfectly. Matt finish was new to me and I liked it, however its staying power I would question. I found that, used along with the liner, the colour remained longer. It's simple to shine the matt too, just cover with a compatible gloss, that too sees the application has a longer life. What struck me as most unusual though was the quite strong "fragrance" from the lipstick itself - I cannot decide if it's jelly beans, chewing gum or some other almost sickly smell! That aside, this is a nice product and I would certainly buy Max Factor if it had more subtle greeting by way of being so fragrant.

Reviewing this lipstick was such a pleasure , the besutiful velvet soft case made it very classy looking. I used the color nude lipstick and it suited my skin tone to a T. Easy to apply with it's true color , really kept my lips soft I had no drying out or smudge. I'll be looking into other colors which can be found in places such as farmers. I also used the universal lip liner with this lipstick and at first i wasn't sure about it - now I love the combo !

I have this lipstick in the shade Nude and I think I got the shade that I really like, it's like nude pink. This lipstick is very pigmented when used, with just one swipe you can already see its true color. It's very nice for my lips since my lips are a bit dark. The smell is nice too, it doesn't have any strong scent in it which is good for people who are sensitive to the smell. The formula is really velvety, it is really matte with a hint of moisture. The formula is perfect for winter and for people with very dry lips.

The color I got is really nice for everyday use and for every occasion. The only downside it has, the reason that this would not be my everyday lipstick is that it is heavy on my lips. It actually becomes heavier when I put the transparent lip liner on, however it makes the lipstick last longer. This is just my take on the lipstick because I don't really prefer wearing heavy lipstick all day long but I will definitely use this occasionally.

I was fortunately chosen for this trial. I chose the shade Blush 02, which is a cross between fuchsia and magenta and is a bright, but very pretty, shade.

The packaging is a standard black bullet, with a stand the same shade as the product. The bullet feels velvety to match the name! It has a light scent similar to bubblegum, which is gorgeous. I can’t smell it once it’s applied to my lips though.

I have been using the Max Factor universal lip liner that came with the lipstick, and it provides a good base for the lipstick. The product glides on easily enough but it takes two coats to completely cover my lips evenly. I haven't tried applying it with a brush, (because I don't have an appropriate brush) but suspect I would get a better result if I had. I don’t have the nice plump lips that show off lipstick to its full advantage, but I have to say that this is probably the best I’ve managed to date. The colour is even with no bleeding or feathering, I don’t end up with it on my teeth, and my lips don’t go dry. The colour is lovely and has a matte finish. That’s a change for me because I usually use lip gloss to get some shine, but I really don’t mind it. I couldn’t resist trying some gloss on top of it, and it went quite badly.

The lipstick lasted well for a couple of hours and only bled when it had gloss on it (which no one had recommended trying).

All up, a very nice lipstick and one I would recommend. And $28.00 seems a reasonable price for a very good Max Factor lipstick I think.

I had not used a matte lipstick before, and was really interested to see how this wears. The packaging has the shade of the lipstick on the base so you can see at a glance what the shade is like. I really like the lid of the lipstick, it's a matte black, with the Max Factor logo on it, but it feels rubbery like an eraser, very stylish. I chose shade 05 Nude, I am pale and this shade suits me, it makes my teeth look whiter, however the colour is a bit darker than what I imagined a nude to be. If you use this without the lip liner, then it feels like more of a balm, but it won't be anchored to your lips. The lip liner helps give the matte look, but in no way is this kiss proof, it will leave traces on your glass, and has the potential to rub off on clothes. The lipstick has a sweet smell, and the longevity impressed me, you would need to reapply if you went out to eat or drink though. Overall this feels good on the lips, and is not drying at all, the only downside I can see it that this just doesn't have the staying power I was hoping it had.