Maybelline: color sensational lipstain

OK, so everyone has probably seen that there is already a lipstain pen on the market (not naming the brand) and now there is a new contender.

Introducing Maybelline's color sensational lipstain!

I really am a massive fan of these lipstins, they are super sweet and will fit into any handbag plus they are much more wearable in my opinion.

The colour that I have choosen is 480 Shy Red. LOVE IT!

Ok, for anyone that hasn't seen these, they ok the same as a felt tip pen and well, actually work in the same way as well. You use the nib of the pen to line the lips and the flat surface to cover the lips. The nice thing about these products is that you can increase the amount of colour that you apply to achieve the look that you want.

These are much easier and smiliar to apply as it is full self contain and there is no need for fingers or brushes.

One of the things that I like about the Maybellines lipstain is the smell. It smells really sweet, like a sweet shop, maybe with a hint of jelly babies. Thats it ............ the smell is the black and pink jelly babies!

Once you have applied the stain you do not feel it on your lips. It sinks in beautifully and last for a impressive amount of time.

The only thing that I would say, and this doesn't just apply to this brand, is be very careful when you choose the colour. Eventhough it is called Sky Red, it is actually a pinkish sort of colour of the lid and the colour chart. To be safe make sure that you test before you by or buy a shade down from what you would normally pick.

This range has a small but lovely selection of colours of around five or six. A colour to suit any skin shade.

This is avaliable currently for around £5.99

I

+ this is a major must have if you are going on holiday or even anywhere that has sun at the moment, as the lightweight formula is really comfortable, light and smudge proof.

Perfect!

beautyuk: eye shadow collection 2

Whenever I go on holiday I want to try and take the bare minimal of make up that I can, however I do like to experiment while away.

While on holiday, you can get away with a lot more. I'm not saying apply make up while drunk etc but as you have a tan, more colours are an option.

I really like this little collection of colours, they are really in your face. This is not something that I would generally wear on a day to day bases, but the do have a tropic feeling to them.

The packaging is very slimline and compact so easy to slip into your luggage. The front in completely clear so all colours are visible. This looks really pretty and looks great on your dressing table.

Also included is a fairly large applicator (I hate these things and always take my own brushes but I handy idea anyway). It also has a long thin mirror. Your reflection will look like your vision after a few vinos and you struggle to fit your whole eye in the view but it does cause some giggles.

The colours contained are:

• Pink
• Light purple
• Deep Purple
• Orange
• Light Green
• Yellow
• Aqua Green
• Mint blue
• Sky blue 
• Royal blue

I didn't think that the colours would go on that well as the colours are so intense in the collection but they go on fab! They real are easy to apply, and achieve a deep hit of colour true to the original shade.

If you want something low key, well ........... this ain't for you but if you like to jazz it up a bit and have fun then this will be great for you.

I purchased this from Superdrugs and it cost me around £4. Fab buy. Really! Buy it for the hols!

Sally Hansen: Lip inflation

What they claim:

LIP INFLATION

Plumping treatment - instantly plumps lips

YOU HAVE: 

Thin, pale, ordinary lips

YOU'LL GET: 

Fabulous, sexy, fuller-looking lips that you have always dreamed of

HOW IT WORKS: 

• Revolutionary 'Lip Plumper' - the perfect pout without the pain!
• Plumping formula with Peppermint to 'cool' and stimulate lips.
• Extracts of ginger and cinnamon stimulate the lips without discomfort
• Boosts circulation in your lips for added volume
• Lips become flushed and plump instantly
• Vitamins A & E nourish the lips.   

OK people, who doesn't want bigger lips. I think i have tried loads of lip pluckering products but have been disappointed by everyone. This was my last shot.

I love Sally Hansan's range of other products so was keeping fingers tightly crossed.

The end result was very shiny lips and knuckle ache.

The packaging

Minimal and smart. The tube is clear plastic and the lid is gold. Writing has been kept to the total basics, which keep the look clean and fresh.

The brush is thin and neat and after a few uses it hasn't started to 'spread', so it is easy to apply.

The Product

When you apply the gloss, there is a very noticable tinkling sensation, which got me hopeful.

The taste of the product is pleasent, slightly minty mixed with something else.

Anyway after wearing the product, I noticed that my lips..........were no different.

As anyone knows, I really don't like having a downer on products so.....

THIS IS A BRILL LIP GLOSS.

OK so it doesn't do what it says on the tin (well for me anyway) but the gloss stays on the lips really well, even while eating and drinking. Which is pretty impressive in my books.

I think because the shine last for such a long time, it does make you lips appear more 'out there' however this is shine not plumping magic.

But as I said, if you want a killer gloss, this is the product to buy. 

Still a must have in my case.