Besame Cosmetics Vintage-Inspired Lipsticks

I recently came across a wonderful find, thanks to the Lisa Freemont Pages, of a gorgeous and thrifty sample set of vintage-inspired lipsticks from Besame Cosmetics that I just had to share with everyone!

The sample set of lipsticks includes six of their best, signature red shades, including: Besame red, Cherry red, Red Velvet, Red Hot red, Carmine, and Merlot. Each sample is hand-dipped and includes enough lipstick for four full applications, which can be applied using the chiseled tip or with a lip brush. I loved the accompanying lipstick guide insert that came with the set, which features information and recommendations for each shade based on a person's skin tone and the time of day they will be wearing it, not to mention the beautiful photo insert of some of the most gorgeous 40's models I've ever seen! This sample set is available for a limited time for only $8 US dollars and includes the shipping cost. I can't wait to try each of these shades out this summer, as they are all simply beautiful! If you'd like to grab one before they're gone, just click here.

*Image courtesy of Besame Cosmetics

Yours truly wearing Besame Cosmetic's Red Velvet shade

Besame Cosmetic's Merlot shade

Wearing Besame Cosmetic's Red Hot Red

Wearing Besame Cosmetic's signature shade, Besame Red

Boots No. 7 Stay Perfect Lipstick Review

As promised, here is my review of the Boots No. 7 Stay Perfect lipstick line, which I purchased in the color Cherry. The lipstick is a hypoallergenic formula that is offered in fourteen different shades, ranging from light nudes, to browns, to pinks, to reds. The average retail price for this lipstick is around $9.99 (US dollars). According to the Boots No. 7 site, you can purchase the Stay Perfect lipstick in person and online at Target or online at Drugstore.com.

The lipstick comes in a handy sized tube that looks pretty chic to me! I was pleasantly surprised at the creaminess and velvet feel of the lipstick. I apply straight to my lips, but you can also use a lip brush for a more even application if you desire. I applied the Cherry lipstick first thing in the morning before heading to work, and it wore well the whole day. I like the fact that it felt moisturizing on my lips, but not sticky or too thick. I only had to apply minor touch ups after eating, and I saw no bleeding. If you are looking for another quality standard red lipstick to add to your daily favorites, give Boots No. 7 in Cherry a try. I have found yet another new favorite red lipstick!

Sincerely, Crystal


Boots No. 7 Stay Perfect Lipstick in Cherry






End result: another new favorite red lipstick!

* I have, in no way, been paid or endorsed by Boots No. 7, nor asked to do a review for their product line. This review is simply my own opinion of the product.

Finding the perfect one...red lipstick, that is!

I am always on the search for the perfect shade of red lipstick. Something about the color and the combination of light skin with a contrasting, dark lip always draws me in. For someone with a light complexion and very dark hair, locating said red lipstick has been tiresome in the past. The shades that I found were either too orange, too little blue undertones, or I simply didn't like the feel of the lipstick. Is it too much for a girl to ask to find a red lipstick that moisturizes, looks good, stays in place, and wears well? Over the years my search led me to ultimately finding Mac's Viva Glam I, which has been my favorite up until now.

I recently purchased and tried out Revlon's Just Bitten lipstain and balm in the shade of Gothic, which is a classic shade of bright red. The stain comes in a handy, all-in-one stick with the lipstain felt-tip applicator at one end and the clear lipbalm at the other end. What I like about this lipstain, besides the beautiful color, is the fact that you can get a pretty precise application with the tip, it contains Vitamin C, is lightweight, and provides protection for a good majority of the day without major touch-ups. I applied it first thing in the morning after getting ready for the day, and only had to do minor touch-ups after eating during the day.

This lipstain has become one of new favorite red lipsticks and I plan on using it indefinitely. The Just Bitten line has several other shades, ranging from pinks, to browns, to red. You can use the lipstain with just one application for lighter coverage, or build up with a few applications for a darker shade, as I typically do (just make sure that you let the lipstain dry for about 30 seconds before applying the balm once you've achieved the darkness you desire).

Please see photos below of the application process that I did.

To view Revlon's Just Bitten line, all the shades that are offered, and information about the formulation of the lipstain, click here.











Coming up soon...a review on Boots No 7 lipstick in Cherry!

Sincerely, Crystal

* I have, in no way, been paid or endorsed by Revlon, nor asked to do a review for their product line. This review is simply my own opinion of the product.