It's been a while since I've posted beauty reviews simply because I've been giving many time to show results, test in several situations, etc. Trying to be fair to the brands before telling you our truths.
Lips:
I have some genetic make-up that seems to repel all lip wear from my face. Most do not stay on, even for a few hours. When I can find a product to brag about, it's probably going to work for everyone.
For at least a year my reigning champ has been Revlon's ColorStay Overtime Lipcolor. The latest color in my collection is Sheer Plumlite. Subtle with just a hint of color. Yesterday I applied it at about 6pm. It's 10am the next day and it's still on. It's faded slightly but only needs the gloss reapplied and I am ready to go. This lipcolor doesn't come off with regular soap. I'm on my third cup of coffee, too, by the way. You need specific long-wear lipcolor remover. After about 2 days though it's about gone.
I'm a sucker for the Walgreens makeup aisle. I don't know what it is but it pulls me in, revs up my heartbeat and gives me an endorphin rush. Usually it's because of their Buy 1 get one 50% off. I was lured in to purchase the Maybelline Superstay Lipcolor in color #755.
Love the color. A bit more purplish-pink than my Revlon, but a good alternative. Rather than a gloss brush the Maybelline product has a balm. I prefer balm, gloss makes me sticky.
Unfortunately the Maybelline doesn't stay on long for me. It says "16 hour". I got about 4-6. However...for many that is just enough and it's easy to remove when needed.
I'll keep both products in my handbag probably wearing the Maybelline Superstay for daytime, casual outings. The Revlon is still my no-worries, stay on for the duration of the party, lipcolor.
As for Mascara. I have a new love! Since Walgreens had the BOGO offer I bought another Maybelline product - Lash Stiletto Voluptuous. The curved brush is excellent for reaching more lashes at once. The product stays put all day for me.
This new mascara replaces the Maybelline XXL Pro Lash that I had been using.
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