When I think of red lipstick, I think of sophistication, femininity
and timeless elegance. Classic red lipstick never goes out of style which makes it an essential part of a makeup collection. This year L’Oreal has released
some exciting new products that cater to the unique complexions of all women. With
the help of their lovely brand ambassadors including: Jennifer Lopez, Frieda
Pinto and Eva Longoria they have created a brilliant selection of products to
compliment each unique undertone so that no woman has to shy away from the
fierceness of a bold red!
This summer I brought you a review of L’Oreal’s Collection Privee nude lipsticks and lacquers, today I am featuring the gorgeous Pure
Reds Collection infused with exceptional matte formulas and breathtaking color intensity.
The sleek black tubes adorned with gold trim are simple yet
chic and the texture of the lipsticks is ultra soft, velvety smooth and luxuriously comfortable. This matte formula is excellent because although
they provide rich, bold pigmentation and full-coverage, they don’t dry
out and chap the lips. I also like that they don’t contain any shimmer so the
effect is gorgeous, pure red pigment that lightly hydrates and looks stunning! The lipsticks also
have a light, sweet scent that smells great!
Eva’s Brick Red
Laetitia’s Garnet Red
Jlo’s Ruby Red
My favorite way to wear these reds is paired with soft,
subtle eye shadow and black winged liner as seen below. The longevity is good but I like to apply them over a lip primer which enhances the vivid shades and locks the
color in place. For the holiday season red is always popular and this
collection makes an incredible gift for any makeup lover!
On my lips - Jlo's Red
Blake’s Pure Red
Doutzen’s Fire Red
Swatches from left to right: Jlo's Red, Laetitia's Red, Doutzen's Red, Blake's Red and Eva's Red
The collection also features a variety of red lacquer from light and fresh to dark and sultry! Red lacquer is also classic and suitable
for every complexion and season. For fall I tend to favor the rich berry hues such as:
Laetitia’s red or Blake’s plum based red. For the holiday season I like to
lighten it up a bit and Frieda’s red contains gorgeous red shimmer while
Jlo’s red is deeper but just as festive!
The collection is now available at mass retailers and drug
stores, the lipsticks retails for $10.99 and the nail lacquers are just $3.99
each.