YSL Vernis À Lèvres Water Stain | Review and Swatches

As someone who has hundreds of liners, lipsticks and lacquers, I know that lip gloss can seem a tad boring. How can they make a sheer, shiny formula any better – add more moisture? Change the scent? Who cares!

Well YSL Beauty has created something wonderful - a versatile stain, gloss, lacquer formula that looks gorgeous and feels incredibly comfortable.

The Vernis À Lèvres Water Stains ($49.00 ea) are available in 18 stunning shades that make your lips appear juicy and plump. The unique moisturizing base is composed of 40% water for smooth glide and even layers that drench dry skin in supple color.

The finish is non-sticky but the stain adheres well and hugs the lip contour to prevent feathering. I love the lush texture, it feels like a soft, replenishing balm that repairs and accentuates. The light, luminous finish can be amplified from sheer to medium coverage and I was able to achieve amazing opacity.

You may need to reapply after eating or drinking but the applicator distributes the perfect amount of color that usually lasts for hours.

I have a few of the red, pink and orange hues but there are flattering shades for every skin tone including nude, wine, violet and deep berry.

The only shade that lacks saturation is 605 Bain De Corail because the color is quite light. If you prefer bold pigment, stick to the bright and deep tones.

I love wearing these while traveling because they hold up well during long flights and actually make parched lips feel soft and healthy. 

YSL Beauty is available at Shoppers Drug Mart, The Bay, Sears, Sephora and yslbeauty.ca

Revlon Super Lustrous Matte Is Everything Lipstick: Review and Swatches

I can still remember the first bright lipstick I ever purchased. I was in high school and still learning about beauty products and makeup application. My signature shade was a dark wine from MAC and I wore it almost every day until I saw a girl on YouTube swatch the Revlon Super Lustrous Lipsticks.

The next day I went to Walmart and bought the shade I wanted to try – 660 Berry Haute. It was unlike anything I had ever worn and I was a bit intimidated.

When I put it on I remember feeling confident, stylish and pretty. The color enhanced my complexion and introduced me to a world of vibrant possibilities.  

Revlon recently launched the Super Lustrous Matte Collection and I'm obsessed with the texture, quality, color payoff and formula. 

These mattes are velvety, rich and supple for effortless glide, bold saturation and flake-proof wear. No matter how much you layer on, the lipstick remains comfortable, flexible, lightweight and non-drying so you can reapply throughout the day with no caking or feathering.

Infused with vitamin E, the creamy formula drenches your pout in a variety of  eye-catching hues that compliment all complexions.

Many of my high-end lipsticks cost upwards of forty dollar so it’s refreshing to discover gorgeous, full-coverage pigments for just $8.99. At that price you can stock-up for every season and occasion.

On Canada's Day I wore Red Rules The World and Power Move has become my go-to lip color for girl's night out (it is super sassy!). Even the soft neutrals like Rise Up Rose and Audacious Mauve are balanced with flattering pink undertones that look gorgeous on everyone.

The color usually lasts a few hours and I only have to top-up after meals or cocktails. I use the outer edges or point to outline and shape my lip contour but the ColorStay Liners help with precision. 

Forward Magenta (1^st on the left) is a summer essential (seriously, you need this shade in your life) and on date night try Purple Aura.

If you are looking for stunning matte lipsticks that accentuate, hydrate and define, these are wonderful!

Revlon is available at drugstores nationwide and you can check out the entire collection at revlon.com