Huda Beauty Liquid Matte Lipsticks

Ever since I having received the Huda Beauty Desert Dusk eyeshadow palette for my 21st birthday, I have been dying to try some more of Huda Beauty's products. I know her cosmetics line is well known for her gorgeous eyelashes, but I'm not one for wearing false eyelashes all the time anymore. Don't get me wrong, when I'm going out I love to finish my makeup with a pair, but I don't wear them enough to be able to justify splashing out on them. There is absolutely nothing wrong with doing so, personally, I don't think it's worthy. That left trying her liquid matte lipsticks! My Mum kindly sent me these shades from the bunch that she ordered herself, and I have been wearing nothing else on my lips since receiving them. 

Top - Heartbreaker, Middle - Bombshell, Bottom - Icon

The shades that I picked were:

Heartbreaker - It's described as a 'Pinkish Red' but I would describe it as a true red shade. 

Bombshell - Described as a 'Subtle Pinkish Nude'. I would say that's exactly what it is. I have been wearing this one as my everyday nude shade and it's perfect. 

Icon - Described as a 'Peachy Pink'. This shade is more out of my comfort zone but I love it for that reason. It's not the usual shade I would gravitate towards, but with bronzy skin I think it would look beautiful on the lips. 

Pictured left - Heartbreaker, Middle - Icon, Right - Bombshell

The formula of these lipsticks is one of the best that I have tried. I would definitely compare them to the Anastasia Beverly Hills ones, so if you like those, you're going to equally like these just as much! They dry down quickly, and the colour doesn't change at all. Sometimes the shades can look different in the tube to what they end up looking like on the lips, but not with these! They're really long lasting - although after eating or drinking, they do need a little top up, but that's usually the case with any kind of lipstick. I'd definitely recommend giving the Huda Beauty Liquid Matte Lipsticks a try if you are in the market for trying out some new liquid lipsticks.

Have you tried anything from Huda Beauty? What's your favourite?
Amber X

Christmas Reds

Christmas is the season of the red lip. Of course, by all means, you can wear a red lip any time of the year, but for me, red is definitely my Christmas lip colour of choice. Finding the right red lipstick can end up being quite the chore. There are so many undertones to consider... so I thought I'd share with you my favourite red lipsticks that I will without a doubt, be wearing the hell out of up until Christmas.

Younique Splash Liquid Lipstick in Sizzling

Last Christmas, this was all I wore on my lips. Red lips make me feel super festive, and I couldn't put this one down. The formula of this lipstick is somewhat like a mousse, and this makes application easy. It lasts on the lips - even after eating Christmas dinner, so that must be saying something haha!

NYX Perfect Red Matte Lipstick

Every time I have worn this red, I am always asked what I have on my lips. Even though it is matte, this lipstick doesn't dry out the lips and is comfortable to wear for a long period of time. It definitely is a perfect red shade that looks amazing with winged liner and lots of lashes. I'd definitely like to try more colours of this range from NYX, especially as it's the most affordable of my favourite red lipsticks.

Kylie Cosmetics Matte Liquid Lipstick in Merry 

Merry is a much deeper red in comparison to the other two I have mentioned so far and it dries down completely matte. I love the berry/pink tones in this liquid lipstick, but I am not massively keen on the formula. The smell is a bit too overpowering, and I found it made my lips feel very dry. That being said, Merry looks gorgeous with a red gloss over the top, which also helps with the drying formula. 

MAC Diva

Diva was one of the first MAC lipsticks I ever got, and I used to wear it non-stop. I find that applying this lipstick in different ways gives you a different shade of red, which I am not mad about. Dabbing this lipstick onto the lips creates a slightly lighter, but still deep toned burgundy red, whilst applying like a normal lipstick gives an intense burgundy finish. I cannot wait to whip this one out again!

Charlotte Tilbury in So Marilyn

So Marilyn gives the lips a beautiful red sheen. It's not a matte lipstick, it's definitely more on the satin side. It's not hard to wear, doesn't dry out the lips and is the perfect size to throw into your handbag. I love the fact that these lipsticks are mini... You can essentially give the shade a proper try before you commit to a full size lipstick! Who can resist a mini lipstick though?!

What's your favourite red lipstick?

Amber X

Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid Lipstick Review

 A lovely friend of mine made a trip to New York over the summer and picked me up this Kat Von D Everlasting Liquid lipstick in the shade Double Dare. I was super made up that she had got me a little something from her trip, knowing that she never had too (thank-you so much Rachel!). I have never tried anything from Kat Von D before, so I was super excited to try this lipstick out! I thought I'd write down my initial thoughts and share them with you...

 Packaging

Being a tattoo artist prior to having her own beauty range, it's without a doubt that the packaging for Kat Von D's products was going to be creative and intricate. I honestly think that the design not only of the lipstick packaging, but also the carton that the product comes in, is gorgeous! The design is so unique and eye-catching. I don't own anything else like it and I personally think that's such a good thing.

Formula 

As with any liquid lipstick, the formula is very important. If the liquid lipstick makes your lips feel like they are about to shrivel up, it's a no from me. However, I love the formula of this lipstick! It feels like you're not wearing anything on your lips at all and doesn't clump to the sides of your lips after wearing it for a while like other liquid lipsticks I have tried. It survived after eating every time I have worn it, and that's hard to come by. Of course like a lot of people, I do like to reapply my lipstick after eating, but other than the centre of my lips, the product was still in tact. It truly is everlasting!

Colour

The shade Double Dare is described as 'cocoa blush'. Once dried matte, it looks dark pink with an undertone of brown on my lips. I personally feel that this shade is perfect for all the seasons of the year. I cannot wait to wear it throughout Autumn.

Overall, I can't really fault this lipstick. I'd love to try more shades!

Have you tried any Kat Von D products?

Amber X

Nudes

My current 5 favourite nude lipsticks are these guys. Nude lips go with every kind of makeup look out there. I am all for wearing bold lips too, but you can never go wrong with a perfect nude. 

MAC Yash

This lipstick was on my list of MAC lipsticks to get for the longest time, but I wasn't sure that it would suit me being a more brown toned nude. However, this lipstick is probably my all time favourite. It's a matte, yet it doesn't wear or feel like my other MAC matte lipsticks. It's super hydrating and comfortable to wear. 

MAC Velvet Teddy

Velvet teddy was such a wanted shade back in the day! I must admit that I didn't succumb to the hype straight away, this being the most recent MAC lipstick I have brought. I do love the colour of this lipstick, and it works perfectly with the MAC Whirl lipliner - the perfect nude combo. 

NYX Soft Matte Cream in Abu Dhabi

If you're looking for a matte lipstick that isn't drying or heavy on the lips, then you must try these. This shade is very similar to my natural lip colour, but that's why I love it so much. It's truly a 'your lips, but better' kinda shade. I also have three other shades, but I find myself reaching for this colour the most.

Charlotte Tilbury in Penelope Pink

How cute is this mini lipstick though?! This little lipstick came in a set of three which I have had for the longest time, but never really used until recently. This lipstick is really hydrating, and gives the lips a lovely sheen! It's definitely become one of my most used everyday lipsticks. 

Anastasia Beverly Hills Liquid Lipstick in Pure Hollywood

I absolutely love the formula of Anastasia's liquid lipsticks - they last such a long time, even after consuming food and drink. My only criticism is that sometimes the product collects on my lips, and goes all funky. It isn't such a massive problem as it can be sorted by just wiping the product off and reapplying it, but I thought it would be worth mentioning. This colour is such a lovely nude toned pink perfect for any outfit.

What're you favourite nude lipsticks? Have you tried any of my fav's?

Amber X