I’m always excited for a new drugstore launch, especially either Revlon or Bourjois so naturally I was looking forward to getting the new Revlon HD Lipsticks a try and I was ready to fall in love.
At first glance the colour’s are beautiful, packaging is quite nice and sound like exactly what I want for spring/summer. Although I remain a little unsure what a HD lipstick actually is, I have been trying these for a while and I’m still a little on the fence about these.
The biggest problem has to be the packaging, I like the silver mirrored barrel and I don’t mind the clear case however the lipstick doesn’t go the whole way down meaning I always manage to dent the lipstick and smear it down the clear lid when closing which doesn’t look great. I find that this has pretty much meant I have to force myself to use these as I almost fear denting them even more. That said the clear lid is great as you can see exactly which colour you are picking up even if you can see the smudged lipstick.
The formula is unlike any other I have tried, it’s creamy with a slightly sheeny finish, although Hydrangea has got some sparkles in it. The pigmentation is nice and opaque within two swipes but I find that they cling into any lines or dry patches I have. I do find that if my lips are in good condition then it is actually a really hydrating and comfortable lipstick to wear. The colours range from nudes to pinks and oranges, meaning there is something for almost everyone but Peony and Rose are my personal favourites.
However the fear of smudging, denting and ruining the lipstick still makes me avoid these lipstick, a repackage would really help. Worth trying but I’d recommend buying just one and seeing how you get on with it before buying a few different shades.
Fab review darling – Love all those colours on you!!
xoxo
Josie XOXO
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Gorgeous colours, such a shame about the packaging. What's the point of even releasing a product if the packaging can't contain it properly! Ah well, thank you for an honest review! x
ELEANORMAES
I haven't tried these yet. I love a good drugstore lipstick and I think Maybelline does the best job when it comes to packaging, they're nothing exciting but very practical.
Rose is such a pretty colour! It's a real shame about the packaging! xx
The colours look lovely, I love rose on you. Such a shame about the packaging, I guess it would be okay to use with a lip brush but I hate the feeling of crushing a lipstick with the lid! http://cottonandcandie.blogspot.co.uk
I have the same problem being rather heavy handed when it comes to lipsticks, so I may steer clear of these! Brilliant review, thanks!
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Oh no that packaging doesn't seem right! Also miss the pointed tip of other lipsticks with these.
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I feel the same about the packaging, I don't like having to take so much extra care when putting the lid back on!
ABlogByPhilippa
I love the colours on you!
Peony looks like one I would try!
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I picked up a few of these and I'm glad I'm not the only person who struggled not to splodge the product everywhere when putting the lid on! Rose is one of my favourites too xx
Magpie Jasmine
Maybe, just maybe;), that packaging issue is indeed a clever way to make you use the product – if that's the case – nice move, Revlon !:)
All the colours look beautiful on you!
love Rose!
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The shade rose looks lovely, almost like a your lips but better 🙂
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The shades look gorgeous, its a shame when the packaging isn't as good as the product itself x
Emma | Emmys Blog
sound amazing, such a gorgeous shade selection x
Hannah | Heyitshannaah
I TOTALLY agree. I purchased two and I'm pretty sure half of the lipstick is smudged inside the lid. Pretty shades though. Thanks for the post!
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These are such beautiful lipsticks and the formula seems perfect. x
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I love the look of Rose, it's such a shame about the packaging!
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Got to admit those colours stand out though 🙂 excellent review 🙂
Rachael xoxo
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I haven't tried these yet. From the drugstore I've been loving Maybelline lipsticks. I like how even though they are creamy they aren't clinging to my dry bits.
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These look beautiful!
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Are there any good nudes in this collection? I'm always on the hunt for some nice natural shades x
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