The Review: Maybelline Velvet Lip Pencils
I've been waiting for these babies to reach Australian shores since the moment I laid eyes on them, and they're finally here! I just about gasped when I saw the new addition to the Maybelline counter at my local pharmacy, and instantly started swatching away until I found two shades that I really thought my collection was lacking - I'm trying to avoid buying more nudey pinks, but it's inevitable.
The first thing I noticed about these was just how creamy and opaque they were with just a tiny swipe. It was almost unbelievable and I'd never come across a pencil format with a formula like this. I have only swatched the NARS velvet lip pencils, so I cannot confirm if they're an exact dupe, but I can completely understand the comparison nonetheless. There is definitely a noticeable scent as well, but to me it smells like pink donuts, so I'm a fan!
I picked up the colours 'Red Essential' and 'Pink so Chic', the first a classic red and the second not so pink, but more a mauvey-berry shade which I kind of didn't need another of (oops). Applying them to the lips is a dream, especially with their format. They are chubby sticks, but the tips are perfect for getting a neat, crisp line.
As for longevity, it's as good as any creamy-matte. It lasts a good while, but you will definitely need a reapplication after food or drink. This is a small price to pay for a formula that looks matte, but is incredibly creamy, and I don't mind sacrificing it. I only have two major issues with these. The first, that the colour selection isn't the best and I would love to see some more wearable shades in there instead of so many brights. The second, is that I'm a little confused on how to sharpen these once they're blunt - recommendations?
Overall, I highly recommend these to anyone, but especially those who are scared of mattes and their drying qualities. These are creamy, opaque and just a dream to work with!
"Patiently" waiting for these to arrive in Asia, do they fit in conventional sharpeners?
ReplyDeleteP.S. what nail polish are you wearing? It's pretty!
I bought a couple of these two - the nude, and the orangey-red. I'm so impressed with how opaque and creamy they are but I haven't had the chance to wear them properly yet! These two shades look gorgeous as well :) It is annoying that you need to sharpen them because of product wastage though!
ReplyDeleteTasha // shiwashiful.
I've seen them at my local priceline and in Coles, I hope they reach you soon! x
ReplyDeleteThe sharpening thing is a pain, isn't it? It's like the NYX jumbo eye pencils all over again. The nude colour looked really pretty, that might have to be my next purchase. x
ReplyDeleteI definitely think they are! They're incredible. x
ReplyDeleteHahaha, I definitely know what you mean by a "patient" wait - it's so not fair. They wouldn't fit in a conventional sharpener, they're about the same size as the NYX jumbo eye pencils. My nail polish is from Sportsgirl, I can't remember the name though! x
ReplyDeleteThese look beautiful- I hadn't even heard of these. I really want to try them!
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Jenny // Mish Mosh Makeup
Oh I haven't noticed these in our drugstores here in Canada but I hope they're here! You definitely need a larger pencil sharpener - NYX and Sephora sell them.
ReplyDeleteErin | Erin and Katherine Talk Beauty
They sound like a really good formula, really like those two colours too <3
ReplyDeleteI keep hearing so many good things about these. I can't wait to try them.
ReplyDeleteMaria // Fox and Arrow
They're incredible! x
ReplyDeleteThey are! I've never tried something so creamy that wasn't a tradition lipstick. x
ReplyDeleteThank you for the recommendation! I'll definitely look into the NYX ones. x
ReplyDeleteThey're incredible! Definitely give them a go if you see them. x
ReplyDeletethese colors look indeed beautiful! Have to try these products
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LOVE both shades but especially 'Red Essential'.. Try to buy the Essence pencil sharper. IT has a larger hole on one end you can sharper super fat pencils with easily xxx
ReplyDeleteSarah | More Than Adored
i got so excited when i saw these in priceline too, only they didn't have the shades i wanted (the three reds including the dupes for red square and cruella) so i had to track them down and i was so glad when i finally did. i do have red square and cruella already and the shades aren't exacy but they're pretty close, and for $10 the maybelline versions are definitely worth picking up! i really like them.
ReplyDeletejessica - littlehenrylee.com
Definitely do, I'm sure you'd love them! x
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