Being a beauty enthusiast, my biggest pleasure was entering beauty department and stare and swatch red lipsticks and not buying any.The reason was I used to fear what others may think or say about me. Luckily, my mom and my boyfriend encouraged me to do what makes me feel good.

It took a few tries to feel comfortable in the eyes of the public but I'm sure that the lipstick itself gave me a sense of confidence that I never thought I had. 

Avon Ultra Color Rich Lipstick in Poppy Love, 4g. (Discontinue) RM20.90

Satin matte finish | Pigmented | Affordable

The color is bright coral-red and I would recommend it to anyone who are up for a daring look as it may draw attention from a person or two. However, this may smear if you are not too careful. Long lasting even after consuming meals.

Dior Addict Fluid Stick in 754 Pandore, 5.5ml RM103

Glossy texture | Subtle | Pricey

It's more of a rosy-red. I wouldn't consider it a lipstick, more of a more glossy, pigmented lip gloss. Very mild compare to the rest. I find the texture is quite heavy. You will need 2-3 coats to achieve the actual color from the tube. Disappears quite gracefully ; leaving a slight tint. This is probably the prettiest package and that's that. 

NYX in Snow White, 4g RM15

Pigmented | Smells intoxicating | Easily smeared

I love this shade! You probably need the minimalist amount of makeup whilst applying this as it draws attention instantly! I would use this a whole lot often if it weren't for the scent. Overall, I think the price does justification for its quality. The packaging needs to be improved. 

YSL Rouge Pur Couture in 13 Le Orange, 3.8g RM140+

Matte finish | Smells fruity | Difficult to purchase 

It's an orange-red shade that was also used by Kourtney Kardashian in one of their series. I heard it was constantly sold out but fortunately, I have gotten mines from the airport. It's pigmented, smells amazing, glides on like heaven and lasts pretty much the whole day even after consuming meals. The range offers various finishes as my other Rouge Pur Couture is in Satin finish. 

M.A.C in Russian Red, 3g RM71

Matte finish | Nice scent | Not for dry lips

A bloody red! It was initially this or Ruby Woo but the latter was so difficult to swatch even on my hand so I decided to stay safe and gotten this instead. Do exfoliate your lips before applying this. I do noticed that my teeth becomes whiter after applying this lipstick due to its blue-tones. 

Swatches :

Under normal light

Top to bottom : Russian Red, 13 Le Orange, Snow White, 754 Pandore, Poppy Love

Under flash

Top to bottom : Russian Red, 13 Le Orange, Snow White, 754 Pandore, Poppy Love

I hope my review may help you search for the shades that you have always wanted! 

Where to purchase? 

Any Avon Boutique, M.A.C, Dior, Sephora outlets, YSL, however, is only available in KLIA2 airport or neighboring countries such as Singapore. 

Till then,

x M

Lipsticks are my recent favorite ever since I grew apart from lip gloss. Within a short period, I manage to purchase more than a dozen of lipsticks (some were given).

But a girl can't have too many lipsticks, right?

But I will not make a whole review of my entire lipstick collection. 

Instead, I will be listing my top 10 most used lipsticks throughout December. 

I can't really choose my Top 1 or whatever as I love them all so equally that they are like my babies. I love purchasing lipsticks from all sorts of brand so it really depends on the quality or finishes for me to like/love and be convinced. There are days I want a peach look or nude but on some days, I bring in the darker shades to reflect my mood.

Here are the swatches :

Under flash -

Under normal light -

M.A.C Russian Red ; Matte finish

This is a universal red for everyone and it is blue-toned which makes your teeth whiter. Even though it's matte but it is so creamy and non-drying at all. I would choose this over Ruby Woo. 

M.A.C Kinda Sexy ; Matte finish

It is a nude-pink shade which I purchased it because I wanted a nude but not too pale nude and it seemed perfect. Sometimes I apply the littlest amount for a hint of color

M.A.C Impassioned ; Amplified finish

It is a hibiscus pink that I didn't purchase but was given by a friend. Normally, I don't enjoy pink lipsticks but this is quite subtle that I do apply little amount as a tint to class and it gives me that natural flush. Love the amplified finish that it's quite moisturing.

Yves Saint Laurent #13 Le Orange ; Rouge Pur Couture collection Satin finish

To be honest, I didn't choose this color but it was bought by my brother and surprisingly I love the color. It is so creamy and moisturising PLUS it smells like fruity-ish. This may be quite pricey but I wouldn't mind purchasing it for the quality. 

N.Y.X Snow White ; Satin finish

It's somewhat like a dark brown-red but it is so beautiful! It is very pigmented even with just 1 swatch so I would recommend if you want to go darker reddish brown and it doesn't put a hole in your pocket.

Avon Hot Pink ; Satin finish

This reminds me of purple-pink but not as light as lilac but still! I would say it gives a very creamy finish but not very long-lasting.  Overall, I don't mind re-applying every single time it fades anyway.

Avon Matte Merlot ; Matte finish

This shade reminds me of burgundy-red and I love how it compliments my yellow, olive-skintone. It looked so scary on the tube but rest assure it isn't. Moreover, it is quite affordable as well.

Avon Berry Smooch ; Totally Kissable Collection in Satin finish

This lipstick collection is by far my most favorite lipstick ever that I purchased 4 shades from this collection alone.  I would describe it as hot purple berry but not too overempowering. It's very moisturising, creamy and more importantly, it is very pigmented as well.

Avon Red Embrace ; Totally Kissable Collection in Satin finish

The only reason I purchased this is because it was reviewed by Teen Vogue (surprise! surprise!) and I thought, WHY NOT? It is a bright orange-red more on the warmer tones. It's so affordable as well so I would highly suggest you checkout this color. 

Avon Make Out Red ; Totally Kissable Collection in Satin finish

This lipstick was given by my mom because she thought this color would suit me. It actually did. It is described as a pink-red but more on the rose-pink. If I am feeling girly that day, I would slapped on this lipstick.

That's all for my blog review! I hope this helps :D

Till then, 

xM

Hey everyone! 

I will be reviewing Pur Rouge Couture and it is one of YSL's best selling lipstick range besides Rouge Volupté. I had to ask my brother to purchase it in duty-free for me and he claimed that most of the shades from Rouge Volupté were sold-out! I was bummed but I had to settle for this collection but I am glad that I did.

Description:

A new-generation lipstick inspired by Monsieur Saint Laurent’s iconic color palette—red, fuchsia and orange—in a collection of captivating couture shades that offer each complexion a customized look. Lips are saturated with intense, stay-true color, thanks to the Coloreveal Technology while natural extracts provide comforting moisture that lasts all day. Provides medium to full coverage with a radiant, satin finish.

The color that I have chosen is #13 in Le Orange .

Firstly, the packaging deserve major points. It feels so luxurious and despite the hefty price, I wouldn't mind, It's light-reflecting so it is easily smeared by fingerprints.

 Thus, it isn't as heavy as I imagine neither. 

I give it 5 out of 5 stars. Hands down to YSL for their creativity.

Without light:

With light:

You can see the YSL engraved onto the lipstick. I don't think that's relative new nor interested but it may be a thing for someone else. 

I take my scents seriously and so far, it smells so fruity like mango and not overpowering. 

I find the texture is creamy so it glides onto chapped lipsticks and leaves it so moisturizing. 

It is good for 4-6 hours if you don't consume meals. Even if you do, it stains on your lips so it is pretty long lasting if you ask me. 

Swatches under light :-

Swatches with normal light :-

Swatches on hand under normal light :-

Overall, 

It is an expensive lipstick but it is an Award Winner collection so I have no qualms paying it if it is a good quality. For makeup hoarder, just buy! You have my permission!

 I have to give it for the packaging for an attention-seeker. If you wouldn't mind splurging, just get it.

Extra :this collection has one famous shade called #52 that was a trend-settler by a Korean actress. 

I wouldn't say it is a must-have but for a collection - why not?

Since they don't have a YSL beauty store here so it can be quite hassle having to visit neighboring country just to purchase a lipstick. 

I probably will drop by their stores and maybe get a few more shades? I might even try Rouge Volupté collection as well *Makeup hoarder mode ON*

Have a great day!

Price : Approximately $52 - 58 SGD (RM153 approx.)

Where : YSL Beauty Stores in ION Orchard, Singapore