MILANI MOISTURE MATTE LIPSTICKS

WELCOME, BACK! TODAY IS MILANI MONDAY,


I am sure your not surprised that I am doing yet another lip product review for you all. Today lets take a look at three of the Milani matte lipsticks.


I would say Milani Matte lipsticks are by far one of the most comfortable matte lipsticks to wear and do not feel like they are sucking the moisture out of my lips. These wear for a long time, on days when I am too busy and skip lunch (I know bad, bad, tsk, tsk on me) these lipsticks stay in place, with no touch up needed. I love that Milani matte lipsticks are infused with grape seed oil imported from Italy, but I am curious if it's pure, organic or cold pressed?

FACT- Did you know that grape seed oil contains twice as much vitamin e as Olive oil?
 no wonder my lips feel so good when I wear it.

 Milani moisture matte lipsticks are available in 8 shades, I imagine with time they will expand the collection or at least that is my hope. In Canada, Milani is sold at Loblaws, Great Canadian Super Store and online through Well.ca (link to their site is in the sidebar). EACH LIPSTICK IS 3.97G AND ARE $8 CAD

Also, I don't know if anyone has noticed on the Milani website, but under each colour of the matte lipstick's it says Vegan, so that's a big plus for those looking for that option in their makeup choices.

Here are the colours I picked up

60 INNOCENCE
A peachy nude that is a gentle light hue on the lips, but the colour applies evenly and does not wash out ones complexion. I find some other really light nude colours can almost look like the person is wearing concealer on the lips because even the undertones are too light, with Innocence I find the base colour is warmer even though it is the lightest shade in the range.

EDITORS CHOICE

61 NAKED 

A beautiful mauve nude that is just perfect in every way and I have been reaching for this a whole lot this past couple of months. It really is that nude that is your lips, but better.

62 BLISSFUL
This pink truly has me swooning because it's the right pink. Blissful is not too dark or light, just a happy middle ground. It makes me think of a perfect cupcake frosting or the darker parts of pink cotton candy. Also, this one actually leaves a mild stain behind just a F.Y.I. I feel this is a pink that would be complimentary to a lot of different skin tones.

In closing, I love Milani Moisture Matte lipsticks and find it an excellent product, with little to complain about. The biggest upside is that Milani finally changed the scent which was something I wasn't a fan of before, now I adore that oh so sweet Vanilla tone. So big thumbs up to Milani on that much-needed improvement. The only thing I would like to see in time is different bullets, as I am not a huge fan of the shiny gold, but I know a lot of people like it. I just personally find it looks dated, even if that is not the intent.

HAVE YOU TRIED THE MILANI MATTES?

WHICH IS YOUR FAVE OF THE COLOUR SELECTION?

HOPE YOU ALL ENJOYED THIS MILANI MONDAY POST AND COME BACK SOON FOR MORE FROM MAKEUP'ASYLUM

MILANI

NEW YORK COLOR EXPERT LAST "MATTE" LIPSTICKS

Happy Monday everyone,


This past couple of weeks I have been on a total lipstick bender. It seems every time I go out I end up bringing home at least two new lippies. I realize now through the past 3 years of blogging and taking a break that lip products are totally my vice. I do love eyeshadow, but I do not wear it all the time, where as lipstick, lip crayons, lip gloss and lip balm are something I use every single day. So you can expect to see a lot of lip products from me, more then most other things. I also feel now that skin care has become my number one concern this past year. I think it's even MORE important then the makeup it self, love your skin first and the makeup second. 

Any way I have been outta the loop for a bit and I spotted the New York Color expert last matte lipsticks which have been out for a while now, but are new to me. I was a fan of the original formula, so for $2 what the heck!

I only chose two colours because the selection is not big and they were the only ones that appealed to me.


On the New York Color website the description for these lipsticks is

"The perfect balance: a mix of matte and satin! These satin matte shades are perfectly wearable in the city. From day to night this lipstick will complete your look."

The claims for this lipstick are

• Wears for up to 6 hours 
• Long lasting (I don't think this is needed if you have the above information)
• Amplified colour 
• Velvety and glamorous finish
• Doesn't feather or bleed

So lets see the two colours in action

449 CREAMY MAUVE
3.2G SRP. 1.99 OR SOMETIMES YOU CAN GET A DEAL 2/$3

450 PURE CORAL

I would say the amplified finish is comparable to Mac's amplified finish as I did swatch them side by side and even the consistency is quite similar, just Mac is just a little bit more opaque and creamy. Just know that there will still be a sheen to the lips as this is not a flat matte, so the lips will still look like there is some moisture there and not drying the life out of your lips.

Oddly these lipsticks smell a lot like the Rimmel Kate lipsticks F.Y.I.

Since the first round of expert last lipsticks came out, which was well over a year ago now, I am happy with this product and it's price point. Not everyone can afford a $20 Mac lipstick or even a $10 Revlon one, but everyone woman/man should have the right to own makeup if that is something that makes them happy and add a little pep to their step each day. 

I would say the claims I noted above hold true. The only claim I can't vouch for is the feathering or bleeding. I did not purchase any dark colours and I tend not to have an issue with that. I truly feel it depends I the type of lips you have as well.

In closing go spend the $2 you won't be disappointed 

I like it, so I think you will too;)

HAVE A GREAT DAY 

NEW YORK COLOR

*************NYX REVIEW PART 1 THE LIPS********************

Hello everyone,

After receiving my order and going through it I realized this is actually going to be a 4 part review. The reviews would be far to long if I did it any other way, not that there is a ton of stuff. Its just between pictures and the writing its a lot. So today will be all about lip products.

Starting with the first lipstick which is from the matte line this is called SHOCKING PINK it goes on very smooth and is extremely pigmented so this is not for the faint of heart.

 

The swatch is merely one rub across the skin it actually stained the back of my hand so that shows how intense the color payoff is. The matte lipsticks are slightly larger at .15oz/4.2g then the original creamy rounds which are .14oz/4g. However the creamy rounds are only $5.99 and the matte ones are $8.99/$6.00 U.S, so a fair price increase for a bit more product and a matte finish. I do love the colour, but will have to decide with time if its worth my $9 to get more.

 

Speaking of creamy rounds I have to say I have heard and read very mixed reviews on these lipsticks. I for one love them, but you may hate them. I also love the extensive color range which the Canadian site offers 124 shades WOW. You can also find a lot of colors that are great dupes for more pricey lipsticks.

Actually this matte color is very similar to Mac's Candy Yum Yum and a fraction of the price.

 

So back to creamy rounds I purchased two very different colors in this line the first is another really bright pink more on the lines of a watermelon pink its called NARCISSUS.

 

I have to admit the top picture is more true to this lip color, whereas the bottom picture the lighting made it look more bubble gum pink. I feel this is a true summer lip color and look forward to wearing it paired with turquoise eye shadows or even neutrals would be fine.

Now on the other end of the color spectrum I went with a very light color which is a very goldy nude with an ever so slight peach undertone barely visible at first glance. This creamy round is called UBERCHIC it is a very nice subtle neutral shade that will be great for anytime.

 

As you can see from this swatch it is very pale with a nice shimmer a good accent color or maybe even used over top another color to add dimension.

 

As stated earlier the creamy round lipsticks are $5.99 or $4.00 U.S

 

I am always willing to try something once and this next product I merely bought on a whim to see if I like it as I have not really heard much about it. That is the Xtreme lip creams and the soft matte lip cream. As per Nyx packaging it claims this "It's not a lipstick, nor is it gloss, it's like nothing you've experienced before." A package can state a claim all it wants but my lips will tell me the real story I need to know. So I opted for two of the Xtreme lip creams the first color is BUTTERY NUDE I do feel the color is quite darker then the picture on the website and you will see from the swatch it almost has a brick red undertone which I am not sure how I feel about it at this point, but it has only been a day.

 

I just put it on now and honestly its not my favorite. I may try mixing it with other glosses to achieve a more wearable look other wise I sadly think this one may be a bust for me.

Then I also got the color NUDE PEACH FUZZ this one I was wearing this morning and I do like the color a lot better. I do find them nicely pigmented, but have a smell to them that reminds me of Play-Doh or something. Not the biggest selling point for me personally. This is truly a peachy pinky nude for sure and again is just a nice color suitable for daily use.

These lip creams do apply easily and feel nice and emollient on the lip, as for long term staying power that has yet to be discovered.

Then I got one of the soft matte lip creams to try and the color is TOKYO. Out of all the lip creams this is by far my favorite it feels like butter across your lips and is silky smooth. It has a nice smell to it similar to Mac lip Glass. One thing I would like to point out though is if you are a person that suffers from constant chap lips or just drier lips then the average person I would refrain from using this product. It will show every single bit of dry skin or deep lines in your lips if your a smoker. Also that is very unattractive to see on anyone so buyer be ware.

All the lip creams are $8.99 however the matte ones are .23oz/6.5g and there are 13 shades to choose from on the Canadian site. The Xtreme lip cream is .230z/7ml "go figure" and offers 11 shades. I do know that many of the cosmetics on the Canadian site vary a lot from the states. I am also hoping the Canadian site will be getting some of the more recent smaller eye palettes like (Love in Paris) and the butter glosses and wonder pencil.

Any way moving on lastly I purchased two of the "Jumbo Lip Pencils" in the colors PINK NUDE & HERA.
Both colors are equally attractive in their own right but again very different. The pink nude is very light pale satin pink and Hera is a very standout rich fuchsia pink with a strong metallic purple base tone.

 

                                                        PINK NUDE

HERA

 

The jumbo lip pencils glide on effortlessly and actually are larger then the lipsticks coming in at .18oz/5g and they are only $5.99 and offer 25 different colors. Well worth the money.

 

The thing I like best about NYX overall is they have good products at a very nice price point and all their items are cruelty free and from what I see are also hypoallergenic.

 

So you can check out all of NYX products at

www.nyxcosmetics.ca for Canada

and

www.nyxcosmetics.com

 

You can also follow NYX on Twitter and Facebook

 

Hope you have all enjoyed reading part1 of a 4 part mini series here at the Makeup'Asylum

 

Stay tuned tomorrow I will be doing NYX Part 2 which will be a short miscellaneous review

 

STAY BEAUTIFUL XO