Tuesday 22 October 2013

#theSOproject - Lips


Now I have to admit that I have a lot of lip products but I am shockingly bad when it comes to branching out and actually using them!  On a day to day basis, I go for a nude lip or even just lip balm but I love a lipstick or a gloss on a day or night out.


1.  Lightly tinted lip balm - Korres Lip Butter in Jasmine
2.  Lip stain pen - Maybelline Colour Sensational Lip Stain in In the Buff
3.  Liquid lip stain - The Body Shop Lip and Cheek Stain in 01
4.  Lip Liner - No7 Precision Lip Liner in Blush
5.  Matte lipstick - MAC Matte Viva Glam I
6.  Glossy lipstick - MAC Cremesheen in Ravishing
7.  Intense colour lipstick - MAC Amplified in Watch Me Simmer
8.  Light colour lipstick - MAC Lustre in Patisserie 
9.  Lip gloss - MAC Cremesheen Glass in Deelight
10.  Glitter gloss - Butter London Lippy in Chancer
11.  Glossy stain - YSL Glossy Stain no. 27
12.  Glossy pencil - Bourjois Colour Boost Crayon in Orange Punch
13.  Matte pencil - NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil in Dolce Vita

Lip treatments
Lip scrub 
My first ever beauty product was a lip scuff from The Body Shop!  The Lush ones are popular but I think they're overprices and you can do them as well at home - check here for my How-to!

Lip balm (1)
An absolute essential, especially in Winter months.  Every product feels slightly different so try them out to see what works for you.  I am not a fan of ones that feel claggy (Chap Stick, Nivea Lip Butter) but prefer the buttery ones that melt into your lips (Korres Lip Butter) or refreshing ones (Blistex or Carmex) with a hint of mint.  If you can, apply a lip balm before bed and then again in the morning.  I always carry one round with me too to keep my lips hydrated throughout the day.

Lip Primer
This is a new discovery for me.  As I have quite pink lips, lipsticks never seem to be true to colour on me.  I used to use a little concealer or foundation over my lips but this primer from Urban Decay does the job of neutralising the colour and making lipstick last longer.  Winner! 

Sorry, they're all a bit battered from clanging around in my handbag!
Lip Liner (2)
I like to use a nude lip liner to line and coat the lips before using a nude or pale colour to give extra wear time.  Using liner is essential when wearing bright or bold colours to give a distinct line and to prevent bleeding or smudging over the edge of the lips.  Never make the mistake that was common when I was growing up of using a darker liner than the colour of your lipstick, or going around the outside of your lips to make them look fuller.  It doesn't, it just looks trampy! 



Lip Stain (3 + 4)
Stains come in liquid and pen form and are a great way to add a simple, long-lasting colour to the lips.  I like to use a stain when I am going for a 'no make up make up look' or to add depth under a lipstick.  



Lipstick (5-8)
One of the first make up products ever used, lipstick is a staple in any make up collection.  Lipsticks come in all manner of formulas - from matte through to glossy, light and sheer to highly pigmented, last-a-minute to super long-wearing.  I much prefer an intense lipstick such as the Amplified range from MAC as I get so frustrated when lipstick disappears after about 2 minutes.  Sometimes I use a stain or long-lasting option as a base then apply a gloss or glossy lipstick over the top.  

You can apply lipstick with a brush but I never bother, the bullet works for me.  To make your colour truer and longer-lasting, apply one coat, blot on some tissue then apply again over the top.
  


Lip Gloss (9 + 10)
Lip gloss, as the name suggests, gives the lips a glossy finish.  This can be in a neutral shade for a simple look, or a bold shade for a powerful effect.  The perfect gloss for me is one that is not too sticky - I HATE the feeling when your hair sticks to your lips, yuck!  



Glossy Stains (11)
These are a relatively new type of lip product that combine the staying power and pigmentation of a stain with the glossy gorgeousness of a gloss.  The YSL ones are pout perfection - they last FOREVER and feel beautiful, with gorgeous colours to choose from.  I also like the L'Oreal Glam Shine Stain Splash for a cheaper option, although they pack less punch in terms of colour pay-off.



Pencils (12 + 13)
The original Clinique Chubby Sticks started the craze for these and now many brands including Soap and Glory (Sexy Mother Pucker Gloss Sticks), Revlon (Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stains) and Bourjois (Colour Boost Lip Crayons) have got in on the act.  I have a couple and really like how easy they are to wear.  They are glossy without being a thick gloss and have really great pigmentation.  My favourite is the Bourjois crayon in Orange Punch and I used it all Summer long!  I also have a couple of matte pencils from NARS.  They are easy to apply, highly pigmented and last a really long time. 




What is your favourite lipstick or other lip product?

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36 comments:

  1. That is an impressive lip collection!! I really want to try the YSL lip products! I'm saving my boots points to buy one! :)

    Cara xx
    pollypocketbeauty.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. Ah they really are soo good, last for ages which is a surprise for a gloss!

      Rebecca x

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  2. Omg your collection is absolutely wonderful! I'd spend ages just playing around! I've never really been into lip pencils but I'm curious to try!

    hayfa
    www.londonloafers.com

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    1. He he yes I do. I love rearranging it all too every couple of weeks!

      Rebecca x

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  3. Wow, amazing collection!
    I use on a daily basis lip gloss and sometimes the clinique chubby sticks :D

    Take a look to my #theSOproject post here http://splashofpeach.blogspot.com.es/2013/10/starting-off-lipstick.html

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    1. Thanks, love your post, have left you a comment.

      Rebecca x

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  4. I love how in depth your post is!
    In the swatch line up, number 7, the MAC one - I need that colour in my life! It's a beautiful shade!
    Up the Amp is one of my favourites from MAC, but it's a lot more purpley toned :)
    Kammi
    xx

    http://beautybookblog.com

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    1. Thanks! That one is my favourite lipstick ever! It lasts so long too.

      Rebecca x

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  5. I'm so jealous of your lipstick/lip gloss collection!
    Swatch no 7 is definitely going to get tried out when I'm next at the Mac counter. I've never tried using a lip stain under a lipstick, I will give it a go.

    Can't believe how close we are to the end of the SO project now!

    Jenn | Photo-Jenn-ic

    x

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    1. Thanks! I think it's Limited Edition :( but it keeps popping up in their collections so keep your eyes peeled for it!

      I know, I'll really miss it! Have you joined up for #thewinterproject?

      Rebecca x

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  6. Great post, you have a wonderful collection x

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    1. Thanks! I've just tried out a couple of gorgeous Bobbi Brown ones but I managed to resist!

      Rebecca x

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  7. such an amazing collection and a great post :) xx

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    1. Thanks lovely! I'm trying to resist buying any more!

      Rebecca x

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  8. Wow you have loads of lippies what an amazing collection

    Laura at Libertylovesmakeup.blogspot.com

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    1. Thanks! I'm making an effort this week to use a different one each day!

      Rebecca x

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  9. You hands down always win the prize for the biggest beauty collection! Very jealous!

    Liz xx

    www.theotherdress.co.uk

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    1. Haha, would love it if I got an actual prize!

      Rebecca x

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  10. Wow you have such a fab collection!! Really want to try the YSL glosses!
    Can you believe we're so near the end of the project now??
    Lianne | TheBrunetteSays...

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    1. I know, I'm really going to miss it! The YSL glosses are soo good.

      Rebecca x

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  11. You have your very own lipstick shop! :-) I have never tried those glossy stains (YSL and L'Oréal). They look rather intriguing xx

    Kinderhealthandbeauty.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. Hehe, it's not making me any money though! The glossy stains are lovely.

      Rebecca x

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  12. Great post and an even greater collection. I am going to miss you #theSOproject posts xxx

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    1. Thanks! I'm really going to miss it :( are you signed up to #thewinterproject?

      Rebecca x

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  13. I love a good classic MAC lipstick, but I've got my eye on those YSL stains now! :)
    emmerliejay x

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    1. Ooh me too, especially Amplified ones. The YSL are really lovely.

      Rebecca X

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  14. We're at week 8 and I am still so amazed by how many products you have, I really am so jealous!!! I really want to try the NARZ lip crayons. I'm the same as you, I very rarely put lippy on because I forget. But doesn't mean I love it any less haha.

    Hannah xxx
    http://adayinthelifeofanortherngirl.blogspot.com

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    1. Hehe, I'm always a sucker for a good product if it's a bargain!

      The lip pencils are gorgeous, lovely rich colour.

      Rebecca x

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  15. Great post and impressive collection!
    Lips is my first SO project post, see what you think!
    http://thebeautyspotbloguk.wordpress.com/2013/10/22/the-starting-over-project-lips-the-beauty-spot/

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    1. Thanks! Are you signed up to #thewinterproject for when #thesoproject finishes?

      Rebecca x

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  16. Wow, this is a lovely detailed collection! I've had to keep quiet on the SO Project front as the deadline for putting up posts clashes with my deadline for my essay so I'm usually working too hard :( But it's great to keep reading them!

    The Oxford Owl

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    1. Thanks! I love reading everyone's posts! Hope your essay's going well!

      Rebecca x

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  17. Read this post and I just had to follow your blog! You have such great taste in lip products. The ysl stains are just so gorgeous, I've wanted one for ages now! Xxx

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  18. Ah thanks, that's such a lovely comment! The ysl stains are so nice!

    Rebecca x

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Rebecca x