Maybelline Colorsensational High Shine Lipgloss

 

 


I got number 40, Captivating Coral. First thing I noticed is that it smells pretty pleasant and fruity, very citrusy--I don't know if that is different for each color because mine is orange, but I liked it because it's not overpowering at all! Not sticky, very easy to apply, and shiny as promised. I don't know if I would go so far as to say "high shine", but then again I purposely chose a shade without glitter or shimmer in it. There were about ten different shades on display.

I thought the packaging was very nice considering that it's a drug-store product; it actually looked pretty sleek. Anyway, about the performance though. My lips aren't that pigmented to begin with; the picture of my lips up top is with the lipgloss alone, nothing else layered. For my pale lips, the color came off sheer but pretty. It didn't last very long though; I probably had to reapply within two hours, and I don't remember doing anything besides talking. It doesn't leave a stain at all so it's not long-wearing.

I say it's pretty but not that worthwhile, there are better glosses out there.

Simple: Cleansing Facial Wipes

It's been a while since I've done a review, and this one coincides with the upcoming drug store haul video that I just made (yay!).

Simple is supposed to be UK's number one skin care brand, at least that's what the display said... but I don't know if that's self-proclaimed. All I know is that it's supposed to be gentle and good for you; it's also supposed to remove waterproof mascara. I found it at CVS, but I've also seen this at Target. Around $8?

Pros: Does remove makeup and does remove waterproof mascara! You may need to go over your face a couple times but it does get the job done. No fragrance, and did not leave my skin red afterwards.

Cons: Although textured cloths are a good thing, definitely a bit rough. I don't know if it's because the cloths were not saturated enough (which they weren't) or that it's the cloth itself, but I found wiping my skin to be more like scrubbing to get my makeup off; not very anti-aging friendly. There was slight stinging around my eye area but not unbearable.

Would I repurchase? Probably not, but it actually working makes it better than some other wipes out there.