Happy Monday! Today, I am going to make a quick review on my new make-up favorite, Max Factor Lipfinity in Essential Natural. For years now, I have an on and off love affair with Burt's Bees tinted lipbalm and I keep purchasing despite the pricey tag. I am not a fan of lipsticks but recently, as I was strolling along the mall, I found this one in the cosmetics section of a department store, tried their tester and the next day, I found myself buying one!
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| I bought this at SM BF for Php 775.00 |
This shade in Essential Natural #340 is only available for a limited time and lucky me, I was able to get the last one!
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| This is a two-step lipstick application. First, you apply the liptint and let it dry for a few seconds. It dries to a matte finish. Then, apply the clear moisturising gloss as the second and last step to give a subtle hint of shine. |
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| How it looks on my lips. There isn't much difference in the overall appearance after doing the two steps, only a subtle hint of shine on the second picture. |
What I Like:
- It is very pigmented and the color lasts for a really long time (lasted the whole day for me with just one application).
- It dries fast and doesn't smudge.
- It is non-drying on my lips.
- It is non-sticky after it's dried.
- Other shades are available at all Max Factor outlets nationwide. (except for this shade)
What I Don't Like:
- This shade is available for a limited time only.
- The liptint forms clumps in the bottle after several uses (don't leave it open for too long).
- A little pricey for a drugstore brand.
- The clear moisturising gloss reminds me of the scent of Sebo de Macho.
Verdict:
I give this a 4.5/5 rating because I really love its lasting color. I don't have to retouch more than twice everyday. But since it is only available for a limited time, I have to find another shade which would look good on me after I finish this one.
Update: 2/27/2015
Though I really love the lasting color, I found out that it's quite messy to put it in my bag. The clumps that form between the cap and the container hardens in time and I saw that the lipcolor is found everywhere in my bag pocket, thereby creating a mess. I will just finish this one and will look for another brand with the same color and lasting power but with a spill -proof container.
Update: 2/27/2015
Though I really love the lasting color, I found out that it's quite messy to put it in my bag. The clumps that form between the cap and the container hardens in time and I saw that the lipcolor is found everywhere in my bag pocket, thereby creating a mess. I will just finish this one and will look for another brand with the same color and lasting power but with a spill -proof container.
