These new CoverGirl Jumbo Gloss Balm pencils caught my eye the other day at Target (I don't actually know when they were rolled out, but they're new to me!). I love chunky lip pencils so this purchase was a no-brainer, really. Here we go!
Berry Twist, Haute Pink
Here's Haute Pink, a cool, sheer pink -
Berry Twist, a rosy raspberry -
Top to bottom - Berry Twist, Haute Pink
These are touted as colored, moisturizing balms and, for the most part, they live up to that description. These CG jumbo pencils provide a sheer wash of color that is very fresh and easy-breezy to pull off; not overwhelming or loud, by any means! I should mention that Berry Twist is very similar to my natural lip color, so I don't see much of a difference. However, I'm sure it delivers a whisper of pigment based on Haute Pink - I can quite clearly see the subtly pink tint, so I know it works! On me, both Berry Twist and Haute Pink were only moderately moisturizing. I do have SUPER dry lips and usually have to use a heavy-duty balm to whip them into shape, so it's very possible that for the average person these balms would suffice.
Overall, a nice product! Very shiny, low maintenance, and great for summer! What do you think?
CoverGirl's Jumbo Gloss Balm Pencils are available at drugstores for around $6.99. You can also purchase online from drugstore.com.
Now that I'm over my Monday Blues, it's time for a few more Covergirl Lip Perfection swatches! I got these only because they were on sale at my local grocery store ;) I am assured from experience that the formula is solid; I can rely on these lipsticks to provide long-lasting coverage and a decent dose of moisture!
For more swatches and a detailed review, click here!
First, Delish -
It's a milky latte neutral, but a little warm for me. Still a nice nude!
A muddier, darker, and slightly mauve-ier version of Delish.
I've saved the best for last - Eternal!
I didn't expect to fall for this as hard as I did but it's definitely true love! Ah-ma-a-aaaaazing! This is a color I like to describe as a Moulin Rouge red - vibrant and sensual with a touch of raspberry. Makes me want to put on my black opera gloves, corset and fishnets, and belt out "Diamonds are a Girl's Best Friend" (in the privacy of my own home, of course - not looking to permanently blow out some poor soul's eardrums with my, er, loose interpretation of the melody 8D).
All together now -
L to R - Delish, Kiss, Sultry, Eternal
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Man, I wish I currently possessed the coherency (it's been a looooong day) to express how fantastic CoverGirl's Lip Perfection lipsticks are! I love everything about them, from the colors to the texture to the price (about $6.99 each). As soon as I purchased my first one I knew it was going to become a thing where I couldn't stop buying them, and I was right! Here are swatches -
Rapture -
Temptress -
Darling -
Enchantress -
Delight -
Temptation -
Flame -
Fairytale -
Spellbound -
And a recap, side-by-side -
L to R - Rapture, Temptress, Darling, Enchantress, Delight, Temptation, Flame, Fairytale, Spellbound
The formula is pretty great - moisturizing, more so than regular chapstick (but not as much as EOS lip balm or Jack Black lip balm), and it stays on and on and on, lasting through my morning green tea latte, mid-morning snack, and even lunch! For me Lip Perfection's life-span is about six hours, after which it fades evenly leaving a nice stain. These lipsticks are now a must-have for me, and I have at least one on me at ALL TIMES. The price can't be beat! My favorite is Spellbound - a fun, vibrant fuchsia that's still wearable enough for everyday use.
