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MAC Plushglass

Posted by Samantha Laura Kaye in Reviews on February 24, 2011

What is it: A plumping lipgloss with a pearlised high-shine gloss finish and a sweet vanilla aroma.

How does it work: Vanilla and Licorice work together to plump, the one cools your lip whilst the other warms it. Your lip, confused as to why it is hot and cold sends excess blood to the lip to fight what it assumes to be an infection (the heating and cooling) and as a result your lips experience mild to moderate swelling. Plushglass does not dry out the lip area the way that traditional MAC lipglass does, instead it moisturizes and soothes the lip whilst vitamin E provides additional environmental protection.

How much does it cost/where can I buy it: R160  from a MAC store in South Africa or buy online in international currency.

Consumer Tip: This is my favorite gloss to keep in my bag, its sheer buildable high-shine finish makes it… [ Read more ]

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Clinique Chubby Stick Moisturizing Lip Colour

Posted by Samantha Laura Kaye in Reviews on February 21, 2011

What is it: A colourful crayon that glides easily onto your lips, delivering a sheer wash of colour to leave lips looking plump, nourished, soft and kissable. It is available in 6 different shades and offers build-able colour.

How does it work: A blend of butters, oils and antioxidants, infused with shea butter, mango seed butter and Jojoba oil deliver a surge of moisture to the lips and leaving healthy, soft and supple lips with a translucent wash of colour.

How much does it cost/where can I buy it: Buy it from your local Clinique counter after its launch in April at the recommended retail price of R175.

Consumer Tip: The wide rounded crayon allows for easy application without a mirror and the twist up base means you don’t need to know where your sharpener is.

Pro Tip: A great product for beach shoots and “natural” makeup shots –… [ Read more ]

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