ColourPop Lippie Stix and Ultra Matte Lip

Ah, Colourpop. A brand we've seen and heard all around the internet world for the past 2 years or so. They've recently opened for International Shipping on the 15th of July so now everyone (except China and Turkey) will be able to get their hands on this highly coveted brand. 

I received my order last week and I've been dying to type about them! Big big thank you to lovely Charissa for helping with this order. 

The thing about Colourpop is that it's affordable. The price range for most items are between USD5 (RM20) to USD10 (RM40). Super easy on the wallet -- plus they always have all in the in-season colours so who says it's expensive to keep in trend? 

My little Colourpop haul - 3 Lippie Stix, 2 Ultra Matte Lips and 4 Super Shock Shadows 

I'll only be typing about the lip products I bought today. Save the eye products for another day because I haven't actually gotten around to using them. 

ColourPop Lippie Stix

(L-R) Brink (Coral),  Contempo (Mauve Pink), Pillow Talk  (Grey Brown)

These are basically like Lip Sticks but creamier. They come in a variation of finishes i.e Matte, Matte X, Pearlized, Creme, Satin Luxe, Sheer, Satin etc. Since I'm a HUGE fan of matte lips I chose Brink and Contempto (both Matte) and Pillow Talk (Matte X). 

The formula of the mattes are comfortable on the lips, I wouldn't say they have the best staying power but compared to the Matte X's  I would say they are definitely more drying. I really like the Matte X formula and I can foresee myself getting more of this formula in the future. Although, it seems there is not many choices in the Matte X selection. The Matte X is really creamy and it feels like it would just slip and slide off but the colour stays on for a considerable amount of time. 

All three of these Lippie Stix cost USD5 each. 

ColourPop Ultra Matte Lip 

(L-R) Bumble (Reddish Brown), Kae (Brown)

Can I just say first and foremost, Kae is a bitch to put on. Never mind it's a dark colour, the formula was gloopy and extremely thick it was a nightmare to put on. The applicator just had SO MUCH product concentrated at the tip. It was impossible. Bumble was a lot easier  (also can I just say Bumble is an A in my books) so maybe the quality just varies. 

Kae is a colour from the ColourPop x Karreuche collaboration and while it's a nice colour, I don't think I'll be reaching much for it considering how difficult it is to put it on. 

The longevity of these are decent. The colour oxidises to a darker colour throughout the day and they are quite drying. Also, wanted to note that the colour disappears from the inside of your lips first so you'd get that weird thick lipliner effect at the end of the day if you don't do any touch ups in between. 

I paid USD6 for the Ultra Matte Lips. 

(L-R) Bumble, Kae, Brink, Contempo, Pillow Talk 

(Clockwise starting from Top Right) Bumble, Kae, Brink, Contempt, Pillow Talk 

So my verdict for ColourPop lip products so far? 

GO FOR IT. 

I mean for USD5/6 there's not much to complain even if the products are a tad bit drying. At least they don't smell or taste funny and if they're not long lasting, you can always just keep reapplying because they're only USD5 at the end of the day. Buying backups/replacements would be a lot more wallet friendly. 

Already making an e-list of the next colours I want to purchase. Can't wait! 

Lots of love,

Amelia xx

MAC Cosmetics: Whirl, Viva Glam Ariana Grande, Speak Louder

I know it's July which means it's been 3 months since my birthday has passed so this is just a little backdated but today I wanted to talk about the 3 lip colours I've been able to add to my MAC lipstick collection! I have been so fortunate to receive all these colours for my birthday this year. My friends really do know what I'm all about. 

As you can see, the only colour I've used out of the 3 has been Ariana Grande's 

(L-R) Whirl, Viva Glam Ariana Grande, Speak Louder)

First off, Whirl is mostly described as a "dirty rose" colour, more towards the brown although in the picture of the lipsticks above, it does no justice to the colour at all. I would say it's darker than MAC Persistence. I am absolutely loving this range of colours right now, so I can totally see myself getting a lot of use out of this colour. It's of a matte finish which is my most perferable finish at the moment. 

Then we move on to Viva Glam Ariana Grande which is a deep deep purple. I am a huge Ariana Grande fan, love her music, love her face, love her snapchats (which usually contains a lot of snaps of dogs) so naturally, my friends would think about getting me her lipstick! I am actually very lucky this birthday because 2 friends bought me the same lipstick! Apart from the very deep - almost black - purple, I am saddened to say that because it is such a dark colour, the application is very patchy and takes a while to put it on properly. Best worn using a lip brush in my opinion. 

The Viva Glam range are one of my favourites as every cent of the selling price of each Viva Glam lipsticks are donated to the MAC Aids Fund. I've also got Nicki Minaj's one. 

Last but not least, a colour that I seem to be lacking in my entire lip collection: Pink. Speak Louder is a very blue based pink.. almost poppy pink if I must say. It is of a cremesheen finish which makes it more moisturising and there's a little shine to it as well. While it's not a colour I will find myself wearing a lot, it will look so pretty with a clean eyeliner look, thicker eyebrows and pink cheeks! 

I am completely aware the makeup on the rest of my face does not necessarily go with the lipstick, but I was too lazy to change up my makeup. 

I'm very pleased with all 3 shades even though I'm not too sure where I'm wear the Ariana Grande one out to. Not appropriate for work/dinner, probably if there were events/parties whereby I will not be eating/drinking too much. Would be so difficult to reapply. 

Lipsticks/Lip products really are my favourite kind of makeup. It can change your look up in an instance and there are a million and one colours to collect/try. 

Lots of love,

Amelia xx