Maybelline Colour Sensational Lipstick Review

Recently I have grabbed a few of these, making the most of the wonderful buy one get one free deal at Farmers.

The lipstick itself is wonderful, the strength in the product means its not too soft so that it snaps when applying it, and the pigmentation is quite high for the price, very unexpected. The packaging is cute in its colour matching lid to the actual shade, think that will come in handy with the upcoming darker, colder mornings where I'll be blindly swiping for a lipstick. Long lasting and a creamy texture on the lip means this is a perfect lipstick for everyday wear, only needed to top up after at least 5 hours of stay power.

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!

I have Red Rivival, it is very beautiful colour. I brought this when I went crazy buying lots of red lippys trying to find the right red and this is definitely one of my top reds. It is a very smooth texture and easy application (I keep a wipe on hand to fix it up if i go over my lip line).

I did find that it leaked a bit in my lip cracks but I have recently found out that that is my fault due to not going through proper lipstick application (lip exfoliation and lip liner is meant to help). This colour looks good on most people, I have dark hair and pale skin and it suits. I brought this thinking it would be darker than it appeared on, the little colour swatch on the packaging is a bit off. The lipstick tube is very pretty and different. I got this on sale, and I personally think the RRP is a bit too much.

I did not find it lasted all day - more like 3 hours before it started to leak but this could be because I had been using it wrong by not doing the recommended steps of exfoliation and lip liner. The lipstick smells nicer than others do but I do not personally love the smell.

I love these lipsticks, in fact I love Mabelline because the products are reliably good, colours are great and last well and they are great value for money. It all goes to show that a lot of glamour can come in a sensible plain package. I am in Australia as I write and stocking up on the favourite colour that is always sold out! Maybelline lipsticks are a very under-rated product; the colour range is great as is the price and the quality.

This is my all time favourite favourite drug store brand.

It's so moisturising, creamy and the colour pay off is fantastic. It's long wearing and so pigmented I get excited when I add one of these to my lipstick collection. There is a huge colour range so you will definitely find something that you will suit or love to try it. Highly Highly recommend

I love the colour of these lipsticks. They are so creamy and smooth to put on, and the colour result is gorgeous. I purchased the Champagne Shimmer to wear as a very pale nude lipstick for an event I was attending. I found it didn't quite cover my lips as I was hoping, but by putting a thin layer of foundation over my lips before applying the lipstick, I got a lovely nude lip look that really made my eyes stand out. Even without the foundation, I still love the sparkly look that this lipstick gives me. The Toffee Tango I have not yet had chance to wear out but have tried it on at home. It makes my lips look a little darker with a brown tone as opposed to their natural dark pink, and I can't wait for the chance to wear it out. This lipstick does need reapplying after a few hours, but is so easy to use that it is not a difficult task to do. There are so many shades available in this range that anyone should be able to find the colour perfect for them, and if you can pick them up on special, definitely cheap enough to try something different to your norm!

Lasts so long and is so highly coloured! I have this in coral and fuchsia and they are my new favourite go to colours,

Fatal Red - My most favourite red lippy ever!!! Granted it's probably the only one I've tried BUT it's super pigmented and makes me feel FAB when I'm wearing it! And it actually suits me! Its super moisturising and goes on super smooth. It isn't smudge-proof so beware! It has a shiny kind of finish and has a lovely subtle almost cocoa buttery smell. I love the sexy red case too! the 515 Coral isn't my most fave colour, but I was gifted it and have worn it a handful of times... doesn't really suit me but the formula is still nice. Would totally recommend to all

I love these lipsticks! i so far have a total of 5 ! and i plan to get more.My favorite has to be 235- warm me up , It is a perfect nude pink which i wear pretty much every day , They are not the longest wearing lipsticks but i just love how smooth they apply. They never feel dry on my lips and i have quite dry lips! although since i have been using a lip scrub i think the lipstick applies better on to my lips .They have a pretty good colour range. The other colours i have are ; 045- pink me up which is another fav of mine , 205- nearly there, 105- make me pink and 625- are you red-dy . They are all nice colours and id recommend them :) I like the packaging for them it shows you if its going to be red, pink or nude . I would recommend these to everyone and wont stop buying them any time soon :)

I was extremely lucky to get a couple of the bad boys in a lucky dips mystery make up bag! I've been stalking these lipsticks for the longest time but somehow just couldnt convince my bank account to give up $20 a lipstick.

First impression: These lipsticks are housed in a hard plastic shell which I'm not too crazy about because plastic gives makeup the appearance of being cheap according to me :). This lipstick is quite unique for it signature cocoa butter smells that I love. Its just a subtle fragrance so ladies who dont like a scented lipstick should be fine to use this.

Using the lipstick. I always use lipstick straight from the bullet and this consistency is creamy, opaque, silky and just the slightest bit of glossiness to it. I must admit I'm not a fan of matt lipsticks because I find them very drying, so these lipsticks are perfect for my wants. The colours are very pigmented and opaque so one or two swipes should be plenty for full colour and coverage.

The lipsticks are very moisturising and I particularly like them now thats a winter because they are helping to moisturise my very dry lips. The lasting power is about 3-4 hours for me and even when I eat and drink I loose too much of colour. I find myself touching up my lipstick probably once a day after the first application in the morning.

I wear it almost everyday to work ranging from red to cocoa and copper brown so they've become a staple in my daytime make up.

If you love opaque, pigmented, slight glossiness and lots of moisture in a lipstick then I would recommend you try these lipsticks. They really are sensational!