I'm back and ready to blog! Has everyone had a good holiday? Mine was great. I ate loads of food, had really fun family time and got to see some friends who live out of town. Perfection. Plus, I got spoiled by my parents, siblings and boyfriend for Christmas. Couldn't have imagined a better Christmas. Better yet, I have a few days to relax before I go back to work.
What better way to ease back into blogging by talking about one of my most used lipsticks lately, NARS Mayflower!
I find this lipstick so easy to slap on with a neutral eye - it's what I've done for the past month before heading out the door!
I first heard of this shade over at Cute and Mundane where Dovey compared a few of her NARS lipstick faves. I knew it was grand time I give NARS a shot (I've only owned their Laguna bronzer!) and purchased Mayflower, a fresh pink with silver glitter.
I find NARS' Mayflower actually pull a bit coral on my skintone - I don't mind this, but it's something to keep in mind. The lipstick's silver glitter is also a bit gritty. For a $30 lipstick, this I do mind. It's not terribly irritating, but the lipstick definitely doesn't feel smooth on the lips. I find the grittiness can emphasize dry lips, although for me at the moment, pretty much any lipstick will do this.
I do like that this lipstick is moisturizing. My lips do not feel dry after wearing Mayflower, which given the formula, I expected it would. Also, I found it wore reasonably long - my lipstick was mostly on after 4 hours (which I think is good for a sheer/glossy lipstick).
Overall, I'm pretty happy with this lipstick. If gritty glitter bothers you in general, I suggest trying this lipstick on before purchasing. It doesn't bother me too much, but it definitely isn't pleasant. I love that the color is a no-brainer. I don't need to think two about putting it on - it goes with any makeup. Although at $30, I doubt I'll be repurchasing.
Thank you for reading! I'll be back soon with a few reviews and hopefully a best of the year post!
this color looks beautiful on you.
ReplyDeletei don't like bigger glitters in my lipstick but i think they give the unique finish in this particular color.
thanks for your review. i haven't tried any nars lippie, yet. :)
Thanks for the comment Lena! I'll be reviewing a couple more NARS lipsticks shortly and they don't have glitter bits so you might find something you'd like to try in those :)
DeleteThe color of this looks great Annick! It does pull coral but it still looks lovely. However, the grittiness of the shimmer would be a dealbreaker for me, especially at a higher price point. That's one of the biggest reasons I don't like the Revlon lip butter I have - and that's much cheaper! I'm glad it doesn't bother you too much though, because the shade is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI totally agree that grittiness is a deal breaker - totally find the same thing in the Revlon Lip butters too! You're right, the shade is gorgeous. I think I'll save it mostly for summer when my lips aren't dry which makes any lipstick feel gritty!!
DeleteThanks so much for the comment! :)
I love this colour! It's so perfect for an everyday makeup. So perfect for your skin tone too :)
ReplyDeletexoxo Alison
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Thanks Alison!
Deletewhat a gorgeous neutral beautiful shade!
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Thank you Vicky! :)
DeleteLove the look of everything you've mentioned! NARS Mayflower looks beautiful, and I'm also in love with the Glossy Stains :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunning color on you! Glad your Holidays went swell.:)!
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