BLACK MOON COSMETICS - LIQUID LIPSTICKS - WRATH, SELENE, HARVEST

My favourite lipstick brand had released new colours! Can life get any better than this? 

I've talked about my love for the Black Moon Cosmetics liquid lipsticks several times. Sometimes, my love for this brand even makes it way into other product reviews. That's how deeply I am in love with Black Moon. 

Pictured Top to Bottom: Selene, Harvest, Wrath

As you can imagine, I was over the moon (pun intended) when Black Moon Cosmetics released four new colours earlier this year. The new colours were Wrath, Selene, Harvest and Grim. Being a pale faced babe, I opted to not purchase Grim this time around as, well, I'm about as pale as Casper the ghost and there are some colours that I just can't wear. 

Packaging

I don't care what you say; there is no better liquid lipstick

There have been a few changes to the brand since their original release. Black Moon Cosmetics have since updated their product logo, which now features a BM with a crescent moon. The lipsticks have also been given a new wand, which is more of a flat rectangle as opposed to a rounded lip brush. I was a bit sceptical at first, but it actually worked really well at lining my lips and then applying all over.

In regard to the cardboard packaging, I find it very underwhelming compared to the actual product and gives the product a cheap impression. I hope Black Moon Cosmetics re-evaluate their cardboard packaging in the future.

'Our formula's uniqueness starts from our creamy, whipped texture allowing for buttery smooth application, to out moisturizing qualities leaving your pout so soft! Our flexible formula does not allow for any cracking or crumbling. It stays on for 5+ hours with no lip liner needed, is kiss-proof, and smells like a freshly baked vanilla cake!'

Shades & Textures

Black Moon Cosmetics have released four new colours to their liquid lipstick range. Here's a quick look at the newest additions to my collection:

Black Moon Cosmetics - Wrath

Wrath is described as "the perfect combination of mauve with a hint of pink and brown touch". What I first noticed about this colour it how dark it was on me! Hashtag pale girl problems. It's been compared to a purple version of Libra (Libra is supposed to be a light pink, but appears brown on me). 

Black Moon Cosmetics - Selene

Selene is described by Black Moon as a "beautiful deep plum with a gorgeous soft purple pearlescent sheen". And I must admit, that pearlescent sheen was the very reason why I purchased Selene. It's just too pretty to pass up!

Black Moon Cosmetics - Harvest

And lastly, Harvest is described as a "perfect soft burnt orange that is perfect on all skin tones. Not too bright, it is the perfect hue orange with a kiss of red which makes it the ultimate warm colour for fall, or any time of the year". I was actually  little surprised at how much I love Harvest. It really is that perfect burnt orange colour with hints of red. I'll be wearing this as much as possible during the colder months.

From L - R: Grim, Harvest, Selene & Wrath

'Colours may vary depending on screen and/or monitor resolution, lighting, and skin tones'.

Formula & Pigmentation

The formula for this liquid lippies buttery smooth and applies like a dream. The new applicator brush also allows or more precise application and lining of the lips. Each lipstick also dries within 3-5 minutes and can last all day, as long as you avoid greasy food. Otherwise, its food and water proof and make-out proof!

Again, it is important to remember that these liquid lipsticks will appear differently on different types of skin tones so if you're unsure if these colours are for you check them out on Instagram on a similar skin colour to your own.

Ingredients

Black Moon Cosmetics pride themselves on their products being vegan, cruelty free, paraben free and also gluten free. 

Each lipstick is extremely moisturising and enriched with both Vitamin E and Antioxidants.

Affordability & Retailers

Just a reminder that these liquid lipsticks are gluten free, cruelty free, paraben free and are vegan! Amazing! They are also currently retailing for $18.00USD, so get in while the exchange rate is a-okay. You can make your purchase here.

Final Verdict

Check out my earlier post on the rest of this collection for more details about this fabulous brand. I'll be buying Black Moon Cosmetic liquid lipsticks forever.

- B xo

YOUNIQUE - MOONSTRUCK OPULENCE LIPSTICK

Stinkin' Rich. That's what you need to be in order to own all of the wonderful make-up that your heart desires. Or that's at least the case in my situation. Recent bills and expenditures have lead me off  the path of being stinkin' rich at this point in time, but luckily for me I was gifted with a Moonstruck Opulence Lipstick from my fabulous Younique supplier, Kirsty.

Moonstruck Opulence Lipstick in Stinkin' Rich

I had recently been asked by Kirsty to trial the Younique range and leave honest reviews for potential buyers. In a nut shell, I get to spend my weekends testing out new make-up and then blogging about whether the product is worth your time or now. Hashtag dream job.

So this week in the mail I received the Moonstruck Opulence Lipstick in Stinkin' Rich.

'Blanket your lips in smooth colour that glides on effortlessly, provides full coverage and lasts all day without feathering'.

Packaging

What I love about this packaging is the fine detail on the neck of the lipstick tube once the lid has been taken off. Younique has done really well in keeping their packaging cohesive across their entire range of beauty products. What an effort! Hats doff to you, Younique! I also like the matte v shine elements in the packaging. The matte tube allows for a much better grip than traditional shine packaging.

Unfortunately what I didn't like about the packaging was that it was that the tube square rather than round, but that just comes down to personal preference. 

Packaging and lipstick

Shades & Textures

This particular lipstick applies really nicely, with even coverage. And if red isn't your colour, fear not! Younique also offer an additional fourteen shades in the Moonstruck Opulence range.

Formula & Pigmentation

Stinkin' rich is opaque, as the name suggests, however can be built up to create more depth of colour if required as seen below. This lippie has amazing pigmentation and looks stunning when applied.

I promised my Younique supplier Kirsty that I would give her products an absolutely honest review, and with a red lipstick I can do nothing but be totally honest. Red lipstick can be very unforgiving at times. So I took a few days to apply this lipstick in different ways to see  which would offer the best results.


SATURDAY MORNING: I used my Moonstruck Precision Pencil in Posh which is a bright pink. Now I would have used a red lip liner, however I wanted to be faithful to the brand and use their range of lip liners (which are amazing by the way) however I haven't gotten around to picking up their red lip liner which is why I went with the pink. I lined my lips and filled them with the Posh, and then went over my lips twice for maximum colour with my Moonstruck Opulence Lipstick. I then blotted my lips and went around the outside of my lips with a concealer.

One coffee and a donut for lunch and  I still have full lipstick coverage but the lipstick is beginning to bleed from my bottom lip and the corners of my mouth. The product still has a nice feel to it with no issues around dryness.

SUNDAY MORNING: I again use my Moonstruck  Precision Pencil in Posh. I lined and filled in my lips with Posh before applying my Moonstruck Opulence Lipstick. Today I only give myself a light, sheer coat of lipstick. I blot, then apply a thin piece of tissue to my lips and dust over it with finishing powder using a large fluffy brush.

The lipstick was not food or drink proof however there wasn't as much bleeding as I had experienced on Saturday. It still felt really nice on my lips and  required touch-ups throughout the day, as opposed to re-application.

MONDAY MORNING: Today I only used my Moonstruck Opulence Lipstick to apply a sheer coat, blotted. and then line my lips with concealer. Again, the lipstick was not food or drink proof (my poor coffee cup) but it did still manage to have pretty good coverage and only found myself touching up rather than re-applying.

Affordability & Retailers. 

Bleeding aside, and let me assure you that the bleeding is minimal , this lipstick has amazing colour pay off and feels silky smooth on my lips. Bonus, the Moonstruck Opulence Lipsticks are currently on sale for $19.00! Cheaper than a Revlon or L'Oreal lipstick!

Again, you can place your orders with Kirsty here.

Final Verdict

This is a red that I would use again, however if I'm going to be eating or drinking then I'd probably give this lipstick a pass. My Black Moon Cosmetics red lippy still comes in at #1, however the Moonstruck Opulence Lipstick does make it into my top 5 red lipsticks.

Give this range of lipsticks a go regardless. I think this formula would be amazing in pinks and browns where bleeding is not as evident.

- B xo