Milani Cosmetics - Color Statement Moisture Matte Lipstick - 71 Matte Flirty (Vegan)

Milani Cosmetics: Color Statement Moisture Matte Lipstick in 71 - Matte Flirty (Vegan)

Description: (Taken from the Milani Cosmetics Website)

"Meet your matte. Your fantasy matte. The matte that not only feels great (yes, you read that right – it’s actually comfy) but also lasts for hours and has “a-mazing Instagram selfie” written all over it. Infused with grape seed extract imported from Italy, this smear-proof lip soother delivers mega color that won’t budge, even after a close encounter with a cappuccino cup. In sixteen luxe, go-the-distance shades, from the oh-so-sweet, pale pink Matte Innocence to the va va voom, fiery-red Matte Passion. This matte? So major."

Net Weight: 0.14 oz / 3.97 g

Made In: USA 

Distributed By: Los Angeles, CA

Price: $5.99 - To Purchase Online Click Here

Purchased At: CVS Pharmacy Store for $6.29

Packaging:

A recycled, gold-mirrored plastic rectangular tube with the color sample selection, the color assigned number selection, and name of the color shade are located on the bottom of the lipstick tube. The company's name is seen on the top of the lipstick tube in an off beige/gold color. You take the top off to twist up the lipstick for use.

Includes: One lipstick tube.

Application: (Taken from the Milani Cosmetics Website)

"Begin applying from the center of your upper lips and work your way to the outer edges. Same application is used for your bottom lips. Tip: Lipliner helps extend the wear & keeps your lipstick from feathering.   When choosing a lipliner shade, match the lipliner to your lipstick shade or match your lipliner to the shade of your lips which will work with all your lipstick shades.   Create a custom lipcolor by using a contrasting lipliner and lipstick shade."

Formula: (Taken from the Milani Cosmetics Website)

"Isononyl Isononanoate, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Polyethylene, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cera Microcristallina (Microcrystalline Wax), Synthetic Wax, Mica, Stearalkonium Hectorite, C30-45 Alkyl Dimethicone, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Cetyl Dimethicone, Propylene Carbonate, Dimethicone, Ethyl Vanillin, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Laureth-4, Dicalcium Phosphate. +/- May Contain: Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Red 6 (CI 15850), Red 7 (CI 15850), Red 28 (CI 45410), Red 34 (CI 15880), Yellow 5 (CI 19140), Blue 1 (CI 42090), Manganese Violet (CI 77742)."

Batch Code: H293A

Shelf Life: 18 months

Swatches:

Color Commentary:

Milani Cosmetics' describes the Color Statement Moisture Matte Lipstick in 71 - Matte Flirty as a 'deep raspberry in a matte finish'. It is a deep berry red with cool purple undertones in a matte finish.

Chart Review:

Pros

Cons

Cruelty Free Vegan Vanilla smell Beautiful packaging  Color true to swatch and color selection on the back of the tube. Affordable No feathering Not tacky No crumbling Lightweight Doesn't make the teeth look yellow Gorgeous color for fall/winter Longlasting: about 6 hours before it started to fade

Initial application was patchy so I attempted to try to build up the color but that was a nightmare. Color clings to dry patches. Color does settle into lip lines Not as moisturizing as the other formulations for it can be a bit drying. Color does transfer onto other objects if they come into contact with Color can smudge  Staining of the lips after removal If you are sensitive to smell or don't like the smell of vanilla then this is not for you Packaging can get dirty with fingerprints

Overall Thoughts:

It is with a heavy heart that I regret to inform you that the day I never thought would happen is here.  The reckoning is upon us. Milani Cosmetics has finally let me down. As you are reading this, I may or may not be trying to hold back my tears. My beloved go-to drug store cosmetic's line why do you do this to me? WHYYYY?!? So now that my dramatic tantrum is over lets get to the nitty gritty. In the Color Statement Moisture Matte Lipstick line, there are currently 16 shades available. I have tried out most of them and they have all been amazingly moisturizing for a matte lipstick. Matte Flirty was the exception for me. Before applying all lipsticks and lip glosses, I like to exfoliate my lips with a lip scrub and apply a lip balm. I do this before trying and reviewing any brand. As I was applying it, I noticed a certain tugging on the lips and chalk it up to first time use. I decided to rub it a bit on my arm to warm it up. This did nothing. Once I finally managed to get it on my lips, I noticed it being patchy in certain areas. I have come to notice patchiness in darker color shades from most brands. So I did what I normally do, I tried to build up the product by applying several layers. This was a nightmare. The color started to build up in my lip lines. As Matte Flirty dried down, it would cling to dry patches giving a color distortion on my lips. This was a pain in the butt when I tried to remove it because not only did it stain my lips but was still noticeable in my lip lines. I had to use a heavy face scrub to finally get it off. I really wanted to love this color because it is simply beautiful and for a deep red it doesn't make the teeth appear yellow which can be hard to find. I did not experience any feathering, tackiness, or crumbling. I also enjoyed the slight vanilla smell. Even though this shade wasn't as moisturizing as the rest of the line, it still was long lasting and did not fade till about after 6 hours.

Repurchase: No

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The Balm Cosmetics - Highlighter, Shadow & Shimmer - Mary-Lou Manizer® AKA "The Luminizer"

The Balm Cosmetics: Highlighter, Shadow & Shimmer in Mary-Lou Manizer® AKA "The Luminizer"

Description: (Taken from the Balm Cosmetics Website)

"Meet Mary-Lou Manizer, a seemingly innocent honey-hued luminizer that catches everybody’s eye. This highlighter, shadow and shimmer diffuses light so your skin looks softer and younger while adding a subtle glow. "

Net Weight: 8.5 g / 0.3 oz

Made In: USA / Distributed By: San Francisco, CA

Price: $24.00 - To Purchase Online Click Here

Purchased At: the Balm Cosmetics Website for $12.00 during 2015 Cyber Monday Sale

Packaging:

A beige and pink square cardboard box with an image of a blonde girl posing for a mugshot. She is holding up a placard that give some cute descriptors of the product. The lettering on the front of the box is in black, pink and white. On the back of the box, you have a smaller version of the mugshot along with some fingerprints. There is also some of the company's info and product formulation found on the back of the box. The lettering on the back of the box is in black. The recyclable circular silver -gray plastic compact has a snap enclosure.  The lid has the same cover as the front of the box. On the back, you'll find a silver-gray sticker with more of the company's and product's information. When you open the cover, you'll find a circular mirror insert in the lid.  

Includes: 

One highlighter compact with a mirror inside.

Application: (Taken from the Balm Cosmetics Website)

"Layer it on your lids for a luxe look, sweep it on your cheeks for a sexy sheen, or use it as an all-over finishing touch before you head out for the night."

Formula: (Taken from the Balm Cosmetics Website)

"Mica, Isoeicosane, Polyethylene, Boron Nitride, Polyisobutene PTFE, Silica, Synthetic Wax, Dimethicone, Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxide (CI 77491)."

Batch Code: 5J222

• Production Date: September 2015

Shelf Life: 12 months

Swatches:

Color Commentary:

The Balm Cosmetics describes the highlighter, Mary-Lou Manizer AKA "The Luminizer" as an 'innocent honey hued luminizer'. It is a pale, golden champagne with a pearlescent finish. 

Chart Review:

Pros

Cons

Cruelty Free Talc Free Paraben Free Amazing pigmentation Blends like a dream Buildable. You can go from a sheer to a more opaque coverage in a snap. Smooth application. It melts onto the skin. Buttery formulation Universally flattering on all skin tones Can be intensified to a more metallic finished when used wet. Doesn't accentuate pores. Lightweight on the skin Non-streaky Doesn't transfer Huge mirror Cute packaging Travels well - I haven't had an issue to date A ton of product for the price so it balances out.  Multipurpose: I have used this as a cheek highlighter, eyeshadow, inner eye corner highlight, and brow bone highlight. Long-lasting: about 8.5 hours

There is a slight chemical smell in the pan but not noticed when applied. Definitely not for the faint of heart. This baby is not subtle. I suggest you use a light hand. The packaging can be a bit tricky to open. (I chipped a nail).

Overall Thoughts:

The Balm Cosmetics' Mary-Lou Manizer® AKA "The Luminizer" is a gift from the gods. This is currently my favorite highlighter at the moment. If you want to shine bright like a diamond, than I suggest you haul butt to the internet to purchase Mary. There is nothing subtle about her. This universally flattering highlight applies effortlessly and melts onto your skin without feeling heavy. The buttery formulation blends like no other and doesn't accentuate pores. The shimmer is so finely milled that the finish can be described more pearlescent than glittery. It is non-streaky and it doesn't transfer on the skin. Although this highlighter is not what I would consider "subtle", you can still amplify it if you like by using it wet. This technique will give you more of a metallic finish. To date, I have used this highlighter for the cheeks, the brow bone, the inner eye corner and even as an eyeshadow. I love the tongue in cheek packaging and love how sleek it is considering there is a huge mirror in the lid. I have read several reviews saying that it sucks for travel but I have had really good luck. ::::knocks on all the wood:::: Mary-Lou Manizer® AKA "The Luminizer" lasted about 8.5 hours on me before fading into a dewy look which I did not mind one bit. I know some people are kind of iffy about the price but if you do the math you get a lot of product for what you pay. The math comes out to be $2.82 per gram. I would recommend you take advantage when they have a sale going on cause they really do sales the right way. I will purchasing the other two sisters to try them out because Mary can't live in my drawers without the rest of her family keeping her company.

Repurchase: Yes

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