Review: L'Oreal Infallible Le Rouge

L'Oreal Infallible Le Rouge lipstick comes modern and stylish reflective packaging which looks very appealing and is pretty to look at. The lipstick claims bright and vibrant colours with shine that is delivers the lipstick RRP$AU24.95 for 2.5g.

L'Oreal Infallible Le Rouge in 519 - Tender Berry

Below I have added some pictures which show the intensity of the colour 519 - Tender Berry to the left are my lips without any lips product and the image on the right is after application of L'Oreal Infallible Le Rouge in Tender Berry.

My lips without lip colour

Whilst wearing L'Oreal Infallible in 519 - Tender Berry

 

Features:

• Elegant clear plastic and silver tube
• New long-wear technology for up to 10 hours of wear
• Vitamin E keeps lips moist and conditioned
• Made in  USA

Likes:

• Glides on easily
• Great colour intensity
• Non-drying
• Does not settle into lines
• Does not smudge or feather

Dislikes:

• This lipstick is not infallible because each time I take a drink there is a very strong lipstick stain left behind cannot last 10 hours as claimed.

Overall:

One of the main claims for this lipstick is that it provides the user with 10 hours of high-definition colour and shine which I found it falled short on. Though I found that the colour that this lipstick provided was rich and came with a pretty shine I was a little disappointed with the longevity of the product.
The lipstick was non-drying even after an hour or two of wear but it simply did not last 10 hours as claimed. It may last a couple of hours when the user does not eat or drink but who can go 10 hours without even drinking water?
As I mentioned before the packaging was elegant looking but because it is a clear plastic on the outside I have a feeling that it will look very battered before long if I decide to carry this lipstick around with me.
I enjoy wearing this lipstick by L'Oreal and I will be very happy to finish it by wearing it often, the lipstick feels great on my lips with great colour payoff and I could easily forget that I was wearing it apart from the stains on my cups but I don't think that I will remain loyal to this product though if I find another shade for the right price I would be happy to purchase another one.

Have you tried L'Oreal Infallible Le Rouge Lipstick?
Did you find that it lasted 10 hours or just a couple of hours?

Review: Yes to Tomatoes Totally Tranquil Facial Hydrating Lotion

About two weeks ago I went to my local Coles and I had a quick look at the reduced to clear isle and I found this moisturiser for just under $3. Though I didn't know the company nor did I know the RRP for this product I decided to give it a try anyway and for less than $3 if I didn't like it I could chuck it out.
After I brought it home and tried it I found it to be excellent and decided to do a search for it on the web and I found that this is not another cheap supermarket brand but is quite pricey for Coles with a price of RRP $US14.99 ~$AU24.00 for 50mL.

Front view Yes to Tomatoes Face Cream

Yes to Tomatoes Face Cream Ingredient List

Yes to Tomatoes Face Cream Side View

Yes to Tomatoes Pump

Features:

• 99.6% natural ingredients
• clear/semi-transparent plastic packaging
• sturdy pump
• Contains the hydrating power of 26 minerals from the Dead Sea
• Free of parabens, petroleum and SLS
• Manufactured by Yes To Ltd, Israel

Likes:

• Rich consistency that goes on smoothly
• Moisturizes well
• Absorbs quickly
• Softens skin
• Non greasy/sticky
• Soothing
• Pleasant soft fragrance
• Great quality pump which provides enough cream to thoroughly cover your face and neck though I often find that a half pump is enough for my skin

Dislikes:

• I've no dislikes so far but a SPF factor would be great for daytime wear.

Overall:

 

One of the reasons why I was willing to purchase this product was because it is for oily/combination skin. When I first applied it to my face I was a little dismayed as to how thick it was because I link thick formulas to a greasy finish but I was pleasantly surprised to find that it was not the case. The formula was quite thick but upon application it absorbed right into my skin and I was ready for my next beauty step in the morning within a couple of minutes.
The packaging and the product felt that it was made from high quality material which made the experience of using this product just a little bit better.
With use I have found that overall my skin feels softer and more hydrated than usual but without that grease factor and I hope to find it or another product from this range in shops again sometime soon!

Review: Maybelline New York Volum’ Express One by One Satin Black Mascara

Here I have got the limited edition Maybelline New York Volum’ Express One by One Satin Black Mascara. This mascara has been released to coincide with Maybelline’s partnership with Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia 2012. And with a RRP $19.25 for 9.6mL, it is also quite affordable.

Features:

• Bright Pink tube with a very raunchy corset pattern
• Thick sturdy handle 
• 300 bristles to catch each and every lash
• One coat creates great length but is suitable for daytime use
• Two or more coats create a false lash effect
• Made in Italy

Likes:

• Does not clump
• Defines my lashes
• It is so easy to coat my bottom lashes with this (I usually get mascara on my skin when I attempt to coat my bottom lashes)
• Effortless, takes no time at all to apply

Dislikes:

• If my eyes start to water I have noticed that this mascara stings my eyes a little
• Does not stay put all day, I have noticed a bit of smudging under my eyes by 5pm on a number of occasions since my first use

As with all mascara's one need to use this product a couple of times to get used to the brush and to accomplish the look they are wanting. Below is a image of my eye without any eye makeup on and the next image is the same eye with the application of the Maybelline New York Volum’ Express One by One Satin Black Mascara.

My eye lashes without mascara

First time application, one coat applied

Image of both of my eyes after application of Maybelline New York Volum’ Express One by One Satin Black Mascara.

View of both eyes first time application of Volum' Express One by One Satin Black Mascara, one coat applied

Though I have always been a huge fan of Maybelline Mascara's I would have to say that this is a mascara that I would not purchase again. The main reason is because I didn't like the stinging feeling the mascara gave me when my eyes watered, which is something that I have never experienced before and which I find a little concerning. Second because I am not a fan of experiencing panda eyes in the middle of the day, I have other non-waterproof mascaras that do not smudge like this one.
The lash effect created with the mascara was good since it lengthened my lashes and was easy to use but it does not compensate for the two reasons why I would not purchase this one again.

Are you a fan of the Maybelline Mascara range?
Which is your favourite?