♡ FAVOURITE LIPSTICKS ♡

First of all, I would like to apologise for not blogging for almost three months! After my job became full time, I have spent my rare free evenings sleeping and refueling for another long day of making lattes and cocktails. Now that the busy Christmas period is over, and work has quietened down again, I can finally get back to the keyboard.

Anyway, onto today's post. Just a quick guide to all of my favourite lipsticks.

Rimmel Moisture Renew in 'Coral Queen'

This is the first Rimmel lipstick I ever tried. I was shocked at how pigmented it was, and it provides very buildable colour. I love this shade for summer, as it compliments my pale skin tone so much (it's not obnoxiously orange). I bought this in 2012, so I don't think this is available any more. Wonderfully creamy and moisturising formula, and seemed to last quite a while. Whilst not matte, there wasn't too much sparkle or glimmer (which I'm not really a fan of on my own lips), so that's a plus for me. I can see myself using this religiously over the summer.

Revlon Super Lustrous in 'Black Cherry'

I won't go into too much detail with this one, as I've written a review of it already here.

Lancome Rouge a Levres in 'Rouge Cymbale'

It has taken me so long to try and track down this lipstick online. This is part of a very old collection of Lancome's (my mum actually gave this to me, and I believe this was discontinued around 2000... shudder.) I know it's unhygienic to keep old lipsticks which are harbouring bacteria, but it's just such a beautiful shade of red. This is always my go to, vivid red, and it has never failed me. It's a matte finish, but not as drying as the MAC matte formulas. This lipstick stays on ALL DAY. I haven't compared it to Lancome's newer lipsticks yet, but I plan to!

Maxfactor Colour Elixir in 'Lilac Wine'

I believe this lipstick is something of a rarity. It's not available to buy as part of their Colour Elixir collection. I got mine through a Maxfactor boxset last Christmas. I'm not sure if there are any other ways to get your hands on it, which is a shame because this colour is BEAUTIFUL. Swatches do not do it justice. It's a gorgeous neutral rosy pink with gold shimmer. It's not very creamy, but it doesn't dry out the lips either. I'm not sure on it's staying power, as I only ever wear it on special occasions (I don't want it to run out :-(  ).

MAC in 'Up The Amp'

I adore this colour. It's an Amplified Creme lipstick, so it's extremely pigmented. The formula is probably my favourite of all the MAC finishes - creamy, long wearing, and plenty of colour pay off. They leave a slight gloss finish on the lips, so it isn't the longest lasting lipstick, but the colour makes up for it. It's a vivid violet/purple with pink undertones, and definitely suits my cooler complexion.

MAC in 'Plink!'

This is my first and so far only Lustre finish lipstick from MAC. Even though it only provides sheer coverage and a sheen wash of colour, I love this finish. It's perfect for every day, when you just need a light splash of colour, or even paired with a smoky eye. MAC describes Plink! as a 'seashell pink', which I completely agree with. It really warms up my complexion.

MAC in 'St Germain'

You have to be very brave to rock this colour. As much as I adore it, and the finish (another Amplified Creme), I find it difficult to make wearable. I only ever wear this when teamed with a black cat eye liner, and nothing else on my eyes. It's the perfect Barbie pink, and very in-ya-face. However, if worn correctly, it can make a gorgeous bold statement lip. 

MAC in 'Snob'

I am currently having a passionate love affair with this lipstick. Snob is a midtone pink with purple undertones, which looks beautiful with a smoky eye and gives a little bit more punch than a nude lip. It's between a bright and a deep pink, which makes it perfect for everyday. As Snob is a Satin finish, it gives very opaque coverage, but is much less drying than the Matte formulas. It has incredible staying power, and just ticks every box for me. YAY, SNOB.

So that's it, my current favourite lipsticks! If anybody could recommend me any lovely MAC Nudes, please do. I'm currently torn between Myth and Angel, haha. Also, if anybody has tried the Lancome lipsticks, please let me know how you got on with them!