My Goto Red Lipsticks

A few days ago I had done a post on how I feel that Red Lipsticks were for everyone. For those who missed it could check it out here. I had mentioned there that I have been doing a lot of trials and experiments in order to zero-on on the perfect Red lipstick for me and in this post I have come up with the Reds that look most flattering on me. Do note that these Reds aren't of any particular tone/undertone and span over a variety of brands... So here goes...

(L-R): B&D is shade 145, Faces Satin Matte in Claret Red, MAC Matte Chili, Lakme Absolute Matte in Classic Rose, Colorbar Velvet Matte in Hot Hot Hot

Red Lipsticks

1. Bharat & Dorris Lipstick in Shade 145

It is a delightful orange based Red lipstick with a tinge of Coral to it. It is one shade that suit Indian skintones that are on the fairer side. It is a bright neony Red and is quite an in the face color. It isn't for the weak hearted ;) and is sure guarantee attention to the wearer. SO wear it if you want to be the focus of the party ladies! :)

2. Faces Satin Matte Lipstick in Claret Red

This a deep blue toned Red and is very different from the previous lippy I spoke about. The shade reminds me of a dark rose type color and well this is one Red, which I feel will suit most Indian skintones. The shade has a sophisticated and a classy feel to it and should be essentially worn during the evenings/nights. The lipstick is not a "fun" Red but a "deep" and mysterious Red. 

3. MAC Matte Lipstick in Chili 

I would describe MAC Chili to be a brownish Red lipstick that is guaranteed to suit mostly medium skintones and hence is perfect for our Indian complexions :) It I guess isn't very popular cause it doesn't have many online reviews as compared to other MAC lippies. But ladies if you are looking for a no-fail Red lippy then this is the one for you :) You can check out my review for swatches and stuff if you like :) It is not a "siren" Red but another one of those sophisticated and an elegant Red :)

4. Lakme Absolute Matte Lipstick in Classic Rose

This shade is very close to MAC Chili, the difference being that it is less brown and more Orange. It is a fun counterpart of Chili and very very flattering to the skintone. It has the ability to make you look all glowy and flawless. It does magic I swear :) Though it is called "Classic Rose", it is in no way close to a rosy red shade. On the contrary it is more of an Orangish Red.

5. Colorbar Velvet Matte Lipstick in Hot Hot Hot

Now this is a true SIREN RED and when I say siren, I mean a true post box red with lots of punch and an unmistakable oomph factor :) It is matte, it doesn't transfer and well it is a true Red. If you can carry it off then woman the world is at your feet! :)

Which are your "GOTO" Red Lipsticks?

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REVIEW & LOTD: Lakme Absolute Matte Lipstick in Classic Rose

With everyone google searching for Lakme Absolute product reviews, it becomes really critical for us beauty bloggers who have indulged ourselves and gotten ourselves some products from this much acclaimed range of cosmetics and for those beauty bloggers who have been fortunate enough to have received samples of this range from the company PRs to post reviews and help the beauty blogging brethren :) So here I am doing my bit...

It all started when I had promised myself that I was not going to purchase anything from Lakme as I did not find their product quality up to the mark. Before the Absolute range, I owned only their fantasy range bronzer. So anyways, with their listicks ranging from nudes to mostly browns, I was always put off by the "mature" lip colors that they had to offer. But when they came up with their Absolute range, I couldn't but help myself from plunging into a mini haul and I must say that my apprehensions have been put to rest and I can easily claim that I am truly in deep admiration of the range.

Let me warn you guys that the products from this range havn't really hit the stores full throttle, rather they are trickling in, in twos and threes. For example at Pune Central's Lakme counter, I couldn't find the finishing powders and foundations. And neither could I find the nail paints... I could go through only two shades of baked blushes i.e. Night Sheen and Day Sheer. The SAs said that the shade called Night Sparkle was yet to come. So I got myself stuff from whatever was available :)

Those who have been reading my blog since some time now would know that I have a penchant for matte lipsticks and though I have petite lips (yes I prefer saying petite that thin!), I still use and flaunt these matte lippies with penache :) So when I saw these matte lippies at the counter, I knew I had to have one :) I got one in "Classic Rose" and well the name doesn't really connect to the shade. When I heard the name, I expected it to be in the pink/crimson family, but this shade a pure Red with Orange undertones... But well who cares as long as the lipstick performs well :P Right? Right?

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Lakme Absolute Matte Lipstick in Classic Rose

Lakme Absolute Matte Lipstick in Classic Rose

Swatches

Left: Three Swipes  Right: Single Swipe

Lip Swatch

LOTD

Oooohhhss and Aaaahhss!!

1. It has some really gorgeous shades and very unlike the typical Lakme shades.

2. Highly pigmented

3. Not drying at all

4. Does not settle into or highlight fine lines on the lips

5. Does not cause any irritation or reactions

6. Has a pleasant Orange Cream biscuit odor which fades off after a couple of minutes.

Ouches!

1. Does not stay for 16 hours as is claimed! It stays for about 6 hours with a meal in between.

2. Has very limited number of shades. Waiting for more to be launched!

Price

It costs INR 395.00

Repurchase

Yes in other shades for sure.

Would I Recommend?

Oh for sure I will. They have some really classy shades to offer and finally a matte lipstick that isn't very drying :)

Overall Rating

9/10

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