RED LIPSTICKS FOR HOLIDAY 2013 MY PICKS

Hola, hola!!!
I had promised for this post some time back. I love Red lipsicks is no secret to those who read my blog. But I surprised even myself when I started digging out my red lipstick stash for this post. I have 6 of these now and I know atleast 3 more than I am lusting. But thankfully after doing this post I have convinced myself to not buy another Red Lipstick until I finish atleast one of this. I know not gonna happen. But still atleast it will stop me from buying the latest M.A.C retro matte ones.
So lets begin. I will go from lightest to darkest.

with flash

in natural light

1.REVLON CANDY APPLE: I love this one. Okay this is going to be a common line for all the lipsticks. I love this because its my "no attention seeker" / "day time"Red lipstick. Its juicy and moisturizing and makes the lips look plump. I've had many asking me what lipstick it is. Here is the swatch and how it looks on me. I have reviewed it HERE

2. MAYBELLINE MAT 4: This is the latest addition to my stash. I bought it for the matte effect, but its not matte by any means. But I still love it ( get many compliments whenever I have applied this,, so gotta love it). Jokes apart, I like how it lifts up the entire face and it a perfect balance between blue and orange undertone. Its neither too dark not too light. Here is the  FOTD using this lipstick. You can read a detailed review HERE

3. MAYBELLINE COLOR SENSATIONAL LIPSTICK IN FATAL RED: I got this lipstick after Lisa Eldridge recommended it in one of her YOU TUBE videos. This and one another one from REVLON Matte called REALLY RED. Girls please if any of you know where I can buy it from in INDIA please let me know. I lost mine ( very sad face) and cant find it now anywhere to repurchase.
Anyways back to Fatal Red I like this one because its not a  very fiery red, next to other red lipsticks it looks more orange. It suits Indian complexion well. Read review HERE

4. COLORBAR HEARTS AND TARTS: I have recently reviewed this lipstick, and it honestly hasnt been that long since I have bought it. But its the mattest if that is even a word) red lipstick I have. Its not too drying on the lips and is perfect for my dry lips, although exfoliation is highly recommended.You can read the detailed review along with HERE

5. RIMMEL LASTING FINISH BY KATE MOSS NO. 11: This is the most "hatke" Red, its bordering on maroon but appears on the red side on my lips. This is going to be my pick for the fall season among the reds I own. Here is the FOTD using this lipstick. You can read the detailed review HERE. And for the FOTD you can read the detailed pictorial HERE .

6. L'OREAL INFALLIBLE LIPSTICK IN REFINED RUBY: This is hands down the most beautiful RED lipstick I have or want, I love it over M.A.C Russian Red and Ruby Woo . Yes you heard it right. I have swatched it side by side with those MAC. lipsticks but still loved this one more that is why they havent made an entry yet into my vanity. HERE is the review and FOTD using this favorite.

REVLON LIP BUTTER RASPBERRY PIE, TRUTTI FRUTTI AND CANDY APPLE: A REVIEW

Hello friends,
Today's post is going to be a review of the much hyped appreciated and loved lip product ....any guesses???? Just kidding. Today I am going to be reviewing Revlon Lip Butters in Raspberry Pie,Trutti Frutti and Candy Apple. I must admit though I joined the lip butter bandwagon because there were just too many people raving about it and I couldn't resist.

RASPBERRY PIE is a bright berry color with plum tones to it. It will look good on all skin tones.

TRUTTI FRUTTI: Its a bright tangerine orange shade. It will look good on lighter skin tones, I tried it (I am NC42) and it looked okay on me, I have been irking to try orange colors so i would definitely wear it more often maybe over a darker orange lip liner or just a sheer wash of color in summers.

CANDY APPLE: This color belongs in the red color family, but its not a "in your face" red . Its a more wearable red. If you have been wanting to try a red lip color that is not too bright and red you can definitely try this.

Lets get this review started:


PACKAGING: The packaging is actually very clever. The 21 shades are categorically packaged depending on their respective color families red, orange and pink which also makes it easier to use and select. Another cute fact is all the lip butters are named  after a dessert! SO if you want to take a bite out of these you can justify it!
TEXTURE: These lip butters are very smooth in texture literally butter like and they glide on your lips smoothly. They are moisturizing on the lips.
PIGMENTATION: These lip butters are well pigmented and have a shine on them, its like a lip balm lipstick and lip gloss all in one. You don't need to apply a lip gloss for extra shine.
STAYING POWER: They did not last for more than 3 hours on my lips. Raspberry Pie did leave a stain on my lips being a darker color as for trutti frutti it being a lighter shade the tint didnt last, but even after being worn off my lips stayed moisturized. 
PRICING: In India they retail for INR 600 whereas in USA they retail for $6.5. 
FINAL VERDICT: I love the formula and since I have dry lips I find myself reaching out for these lippies more often. I would definitely try more of these shades, the color selection and variety is extensive too, just wish if they could stay put longer on the lips. They are definitely not long lasting on your lips, thats a major negative, but they work fine for me I don't mind reapplying them. You should definitely check these out and if you already have do let me know what lip butters you are enjoying!
Until next time....