Showing posts with label Anna Sui Cosmetics review. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Anna Sui Cosmetics review. Show all posts

Friday, November 7, 2014

Anna Sui Cosmetics: Cheek Color, Lipstick M and Glittering Gloss Review

Beautiful packaging, vibrant color and a sweet iconic scent only begin to describe Anna Sui’s new makeup. Today I am featuring cosmetics that are ravishing and look uniquely artistic displayed atop a vanity!


Anna Sui Rose Cheek Color: Shade- 602
Orange hues are not just for summer, in the fall pumpkin, spice and shimmer are quite trendy and orange is a shade that compliments complexions from light to deep. The Cheek Colors are available in 6 stunning shades from pink, purple, pastels and rose. The blush I have is comprised of a bold orange with an intermingling of coral/pink, champagne and gold. I like to swirl my fluffy brush around in all of the pretty etched roses to create an interesting effect of both shimmer and solid color. This is a multi-purpose product, the light champagne and gold roses are great highlighting shades and produce a luminous, glowing effect. The vivid hues are very buildable so you can achieve a light wash of color or a more intense look for definition and contour.


(Blush packaging)

The intricate compact design is inspired by Anna’s love of antiques and resembles dark crystal, it is also quite durable. I like the three dimensional effect of the formula and it is infused with raspberry, olive oil, grape seed and rose canina fruit for moisture. The blush applies smoothly for long-lasting color without any chalkiness or caking and retails for $36.00.

Anna Sui Lipstick M: Shade- 770
Keeping up with the jewel theme the new lipsticks are also designed in the same dark crystal packaging with a carved rose delicately placed at the top. There are three shades available and each lipstick has a daring blend of two colors that mesh into an elegant marbled pattern. The unique thing about this lipstick is that every time you apply it, you get a fresh new look! The shade #770 is a pink/purple infused with a golden swirl and the hues mix to create interesting effects! Sometimes the color appears gold or golden-pink and other times I get a pretty purple-pink!

(Lipstick packaging)


The lipstick is formulated with “clear sliding powder and melting oil” which creates a smooth texture for a flawless glossy finish. Grape and olive oils provide comfortable hydration while flower extracts promote blood circulation. I think this color is wonderful for fall and I like the cute shooting star design! The lipsticks retail for $29.00 each.



(Products heavily swatched)

Anna Sui Glittering Lip Gloss: Shade- 001
I am no stranger to Anna Sui’s lip gloss; I have a gorgeous pink that I wear often for sheer hydration and shine. These glosses come in 12 shades with a great range to suit most preferences and styles. The color I have appears grey and sparkly in the tube but applies clear and iridescent for pouty looking lips.


If you are in the mood for translucent, moisturizing glitter then this gloss can be used as an alternative to traditional balms with a lot more dazzle! I recently had this gloss in my purse during my entire Hawaiian vacation and when the sea breeze, salt water and hours of dehydrating flying time took its toll, this gloss provided long-lasting moisture and held up well through eating and drinking! It retails for $28.00.

Overall I enjoyed these products and the blush is one I will wear through all season! They are available at Shoppers Drug Mart, Murale, PJC stores across Canada and select Hudson’s Bay locations.

**Disclaimer: products were provided for review

Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Anna Sui Cosmetics: Lipstick, Lip Crayon & Gloss

Anna Sui has some of my favorite cosmetic packaging on the market. The beautifully dramatic, colorful boxes always catch my attention and the quality and formulas are usually quite impressive. Today I have a review on a variety of lip products from the brand including a rather unconventional shade of lipstick.


Anna Sui lipstick #850
The first time I saw yellow lipstick look enviously fantastic on someone was in Jennifer Lopez’s music video Live It Up. This shade by Anna Sui is bright, vibrant and quite unique. I will admit that when I first saw it I was a bit flabbergasted and although blue, purple and orange lips are trendy, many still tend to shy away from yellow.


The color looks beautiful in the tube and when swatched it isn't solid but rather transparent and glossy making it easier to pull-off. The lipsticks come in two finishes: Dazzle and Vivid; this shade has a dazzle finish and contains glittery pearls.

The dazzle lipsticks are available in 4 shades and moisturize lips with: rosa fruit, jojoba oil, grape seed oil, sweet almond oil and olive oil. It has a fresh scent, is easy to apply and feels great on the lips.



The glitter fragments beautifully reflect light which make lips look radiant especially outdoors. Although I tend to prefer solid lipsticks I like the texture, formula and quality and since the color appears golden it is wearable. The lipsticks retail for $29.00 and the vivid line is available in 16 shades. 

Anna Sui Lip Crayon #301
Lately I have been using more lip crayons due to ease of application. I like being able to use one product to line and fill in my lips and usually crayon shapes are ideal for this.

The lip crayons by Anna Sui are great! The tapered tip makes shaping and defining simple and application tends to be tidier. The color is opaque and a tad creamy which is comfortable and non-drying. The crayon twists up to reveal concentrated, vivid pigment with a semi-matte finish and the formula contains a light touch of oil and matte powder meant to “promote smooth application and lasting finish.”



#301 is a flashy, bright pink which is a color I can’t get enough of! When I wear it I tend to forget it is even on my lips due to the light texture and long-lasting formula. This is definitely a great crayon and retails for $28.00
Anna Sui Lip Gloss C in shade #401
For gloss lovers Anna Sui also offers a variety of sheer, shimmery lip products. Number 401 is from the Lip Gloss C collection and has a light texture and translucent finish.


Although the gloss is priced in the high-end rage for $28.00 it does make lips look iridescently pretty with radiant shine and a slight tint. The gloss hydrates like a balm with: olive fruit oil, apricot oil, peach extract, grape and rosemary. The scent is quite strong but the texture is smooth and non-sticky making it comfortable and soothing on the lips. Anna Sui Cosmetics can be found at Sephora and you can visit the website HERE

**Disclaimer: These products were provided for review. All opinions stated in this review are my own and based on my experience with the products. Results may vary based on individual use.**
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