Hi Everyone,
This morning my MAC box arrived, yay! I went on a bit of a pink lipstick kick. After opening everything my room smells of that lovely MAC vanilla scent.
Here's what I ordered:
(left to right)Impassioned, Pink Nouveau, Viva Glam Gaga
(click to enlarge)
(left to right)Impassioned, Pink Nouveau, Viva Glam Gaga
(click to enlarge)
Observant people may notice that there are 4 boxes in the background. That's because I did order 4 lipsticks, one of them being Girl About Town. Sadly it's about to begin its journey back to MAC as I'm returning it :(
I expected a bright bright pink but next to my skin tone it looks a deeper plummy pink to me *tear*.
I think once my money is refunded I'm going to do what I was originally, and order Show Orchid from MAC Pro. If you're NC15-ish and own Show Orchid, how bright does it look for you?
All the lipsticks I got are beautiful, but I love Impassioned. I can't believe I waited so long to get it! Its a perfect warm pink, its ridiculously bright too. If you're a fan of bold lipsticks, definitely give this one a go.
Pink Nouveau is a gorgeous deeper bubblegum pink and it's been on my list forever.
Viva Glam Gaga I was surprised by, I've heard a lot of things about it being unwearable but I find it very wearable. 1 swipe gives a glossy sheen and transparent light pink. Built up I think it's gorgeous :)
I've heard a lot of things about it being similar to Saint Germain, so I thought I'd do a comparison:
(l to r) Saint Germain, Viva Glam Gaga
Personally, I do not think these are similar at all other than the fact that they're both pale pinks. Saint Germain is a lot more purple toned and not as pale as Viva Glam Gaga, whereas Viva Glam Gaga is a warmer bubblegum pink, though I don't find it as bright as Saint Germain. I think Gaga is a lot more wearable.
If anyone has noticed I had a little play around with my blog too, and I think I'm happy with it for now. I made a new header that isn't as busy and added a search bar too :)
Adios, Girl About Town! It just wasn't meant to be :(
-LadyDanger
xx
This morning my MAC box arrived, yay! I went on a bit of a pink lipstick kick. After opening everything my room smells of that lovely MAC vanilla scent.
Here's what I ordered:
(left to right)Impassioned, Pink Nouveau, Viva Glam Gaga
(click to enlarge)
(left to right)Impassioned, Pink Nouveau, Viva Glam Gaga
(click to enlarge)
Observant people may notice that there are 4 boxes in the background. That's because I did order 4 lipsticks, one of them being Girl About Town. Sadly it's about to begin its journey back to MAC as I'm returning it :(
I expected a bright bright pink but next to my skin tone it looks a deeper plummy pink to me *tear*.
I think once my money is refunded I'm going to do what I was originally, and order Show Orchid from MAC Pro. If you're NC15-ish and own Show Orchid, how bright does it look for you?
All the lipsticks I got are beautiful, but I love Impassioned. I can't believe I waited so long to get it! Its a perfect warm pink, its ridiculously bright too. If you're a fan of bold lipsticks, definitely give this one a go.
Pink Nouveau is a gorgeous deeper bubblegum pink and it's been on my list forever.
Viva Glam Gaga I was surprised by, I've heard a lot of things about it being unwearable but I find it very wearable. 1 swipe gives a glossy sheen and transparent light pink. Built up I think it's gorgeous :)
I've heard a lot of things about it being similar to Saint Germain, so I thought I'd do a comparison:
(l to r) Saint Germain, Viva Glam Gaga
Personally, I do not think these are similar at all other than the fact that they're both pale pinks. Saint Germain is a lot more purple toned and not as pale as Viva Glam Gaga, whereas Viva Glam Gaga is a warmer bubblegum pink, though I don't find it as bright as Saint Germain. I think Gaga is a lot more wearable.
If anyone has noticed I had a little play around with my blog too, and I think I'm happy with it for now. I made a new header that isn't as busy and added a search bar too :)
Adios, Girl About Town! It just wasn't meant to be :(
-LadyDanger
xx
Sinec I found out Mac lipsticks are vanilla scented, it's made me want want want!
ReplyDeleteLove your blog! Are you an NC15? I am as well but I always look so drained and pale, maybe it's because my hair is black. Anything you would recommend I could do to brighten myself up? :) My teeth are a teeny bit too yellow for bright lipsticks.
ReplyDelete@Lucy – hehe, it's addictive!
ReplyDelete@Maria – thank you! :) I'm actually a little bit paler than an NC15 in winter, but I don't tan in summer either haha, maybe half a shade. Naturally, my hair is very very dark brown so it's easy for me to look washed out. To brighten my complexion I think blush makes the world of difference, either a baby pink or peach – find what works with your undertone :). You can always go for a light golden bronzer too instead of blush can give you a bit of a natural glow. If you don't want to use a bronzer, using a highlighter on your cheekbone above your blush can really give tired skin a lift, with a natural glow too.
If you're wanting to use bright colours, I think bright eyeshadow can stand out beautifully against pale skin, but neutral browns/golds can add some warmth too :) As for bright lipsticks, if you're worried about your teeth looking slightly yellow (we've all been there!) I think you can still wear them but go for lipsticks/ lipglosses for a more sheer look with a blue undertone. Bringing some light to your eyes can really brighten your face too- I always use a brow highlighter and use the same eyeshadow I used to highlight the inner corner of my eye :)
I hope that was some help! (Sorry it was so long!) xxx
I love Pink Nouveau and I ind GAGA very wearable it's so sheer...I juts love it!
ReplyDeleteLove,
Chloe.
Thanks for the advice! Reading blogs has really helped me to find products that suit me. :) I find people like yourself are so much more helpful than some of the girls at the makeup counters, especially MAC even though I love their makeup!
ReplyDelete@Chloe – I saw your review on Gaga it looks really nice on you! I can see myself getting a lot of use out of Pink Nouveau too :)
ReplyDelete@Maria - No problem! That's one of the reasons why I started a blog – I find peoples personal opinions + their reviews of products so much more helpful. I always check a few blogs before I go out and try a product :)
I love your header, your makeup looks perfect in it!
ReplyDeleteI would love to see lip swatches of your new lippies to see their true colour pay off, maybe they can feature in a FOTD or something?
Your so lucky you picked up GaGa though, im hoping it will come back into stock so i can get hold of it myself!
@Gemma - yeah sure I'll do some lip swatches after my next blog :) I haven't tried them on yet (apart from Gaga) so I'll do that soon :)
ReplyDeleteOh no! I hope it comes back into stock soon, I hate it when that happens.
Gaga is sold out on MAC online... I just got Cyndi though :)
ReplyDeleteI prefer Cyndi's colour so I'm not too heartbroken, but I might still get Gaga when it's back in stock... Hmmm.
@RaeRae - Cyndi's really pretty :) I know everyone goes into a mad rush for hyped-up products, me included haha. xx
ReplyDeleteHmmm, I'm NC15 and Girl About Town is bright on me!
ReplyDeletePlease get Show Orchid! It would look amazing on you! lol
ReplyDelete@andrea - it looks really bright in the tube, it's just not the shade I was expecting. I think the online swatch of it was a little off :)
ReplyDelete@D's Beauty Corner - I'm definitely going to get it it's soo pretty! hehe xx
I think there ar a couple of new bright pinks coming out in the next 2 collections, maybe one of those would be better for you. Do you not have a MAC close to you to see the colours in person? Their online swatches are always way out!
ReplyDeleteI just found your blog today and i like it, nice lipsticks and i love your hair ;) xx
ReplyDeleteWow!!! Great Haul!!
ReplyDeleteI did not know Mac Lipstick Impassioned .. I was amazed! *_*
im yet to try gaga - i got st germain and its really pale for me since im darker but i mix it and i loveee it!!
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