Tuesday, July 10, 2012

Revlon Lip Butters

I like keeping my pout soft and moisturized...almost nothing feels more aggravating to me than dry, cracked lips!  My moisturizer of choice for dry lips is Aquaphor, hands down, but you know how I love color!  Therefore you can imagine how I've been dying to try Revlon Color Burst Lip Butters.  Yeah, I know they've been around for awhile, but I found it difficult to justify purchasing while I have so much makeup I haven't been able to get to yet!  However, Walgreen's was having a BOGO sale the other day and I decided it was finally a good time to try!  I chose Cherry Tart and Sweet Tart:




The first color I tried was Cherry Tart.  It's a warm red shade with a hint of sparkle.  The formula glides on buttery smooth, as described by the name, and feels whisper-light, not at all heavy or cake-y like a lipstick.  I found the color to be more pigmented than expected...usually colored balms are on the more sheer side.  For me, I don't necessarily consider this a bad thing.



Today, I'm wearing Sweet Tart, a creamy, Barbie-pink with a semi-gloss finish.  Formula-wise, it feels just like Cherry Tart.



Haha, you guys miss this mug?  Such a lazy photo, I just got out of the shower and barely blow-dried my hair, but I really wanted you to see how the color looks since I wasn't able to get a proper close-up because of weird lighting.  Notice the change in scenery?  I'm trying to get used to my new bathroom as well, lol.

All in all, I'd say that I like the Lip Butters just fine.  They look and feel good.  My only complaint is that they seem to dry out quickly, meaning that from the moment I apply them, the moisturizing sensation only lasts about 2-3 hours and then I feel the need to reapply, even though they look just fine.  Maybe I'm just used to the ultra-moisturizing feeling of wearing liquid glosses most of the time.  It also wouldn't hurt to get a little sun protection.   Still, I wouldn't throw these out!  Glad I finally got a chance to try them! :D

Hugs,
Cat

6 comments:

  1. I LOVE these things, I only have one but want to buy them ALL & after seeing this I'm def. getting the Cherry one =D Thanks for this post & I missed you~

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    1. Aw, it's good to be back! You know, Ulta is having a BOGO half off sale on these if you wanna pick some up. They're also having free shipping on $25 purchases...so if you wanted to stock up... :)

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  2. I also have the Cherry Tart! I don't wear it like you though, I only put a thin, thin layer so it's very sheer. I'm still not super comfortable wearing bright lips. I should do it though since I find the look absolutely GORGEOUS!

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    1. Cherry Tart is such a great color. I think you'd look lovely with a red lip! :)

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  3. I have Peach Parfait and Cotton Candy but you make me want to pick up Cherry Tart! Both colours are beautiful on you though :) xx

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    1. Aw, thanks! Cherry Tart seems to be a popular one! :D It's a good way of going red without taking it over the top...as Jennifer had mentioned, you can apply it lightly for a sheer wash of color or more heavy-handed like me for a deep, translucent stain!

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