‘Sup, girlies? How was your day? I managed to finish most of my errands and between loads of laundry popped by my local Laura Mercier counter to try the new Lip Velvets ($22) line o’ lipsticks from the Cherries Noir fall makeup collection.
You know how it feels when you hear a lot about a product before its release and figure there’s no way it can live up to your expectations? Well, that’s kinda how I felt on my way to the counter today. I’d been hearing from a friend that Lip Velvets were the makeup missing link, perfectly balancing the feel of a gloss with the look of a lipstick.
Bold words, right?
Lip Velvets come in five semi-matte shades; that’s Cassis (a deep berry) in the top picture there.
Cassis feels thick, slick and semi-sticky — a lot like a gloss. It’s more moisturizing than I expected, but the finish definitely doesn’t glisten like a traditional gloss. It’s more like a semi-matte finish with just a touch of shine.
So far so good.
After two hours, during which time I drank a bottle of water and ate a bag of chips, Cassis was even less shiny than it had been when I applied it. What remained was a lovely matte stain.
I don’t know if these are the missing makeup link, but I think they’re pretty cool. If you want the look of a matte lipstick with the feel of gloss, check ’em out! 🙂
Lip Velvets are fragrance- and flavor-free and come with an easy-to-use doe-foot applicator.
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
Phoebe says
September 12th, 2008 at 11:48 pmThat’s a very pretty color! Cherry Blossom is also calling my name! 😛 Happy weekend Karen!
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Marisol says
September 13th, 2008 at 12:04 amInterest product. Never tried LM.
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Fie says
September 13th, 2008 at 3:27 amI’ll probably try these when I get to the UK. Royal Plum is screaming HG for me. Haha
Beth says
September 13th, 2008 at 4:00 amI don’t have any Laura Mercier products but I’ve read a lot of rave reviews. I like the look of cherry blossom – I may have to invest.
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gio says
September 13th, 2008 at 6:12 amThis product sounds very interesting. I love Royal Plum, it’s a beautiful shade. I think I’ll probably try it soon.
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xtina says
September 13th, 2008 at 8:39 amMocha Rouge seems to be reaching out with it’s semi-glossy hands saying buy me!
Dao says
September 13th, 2008 at 9:04 amI like the way LM named it: lip velvet, so romantic don’t you think? Cassis is a very pretty color for the season. Too bad I don’t have a LM counter to try it out 🙁
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Karen B says
September 13th, 2008 at 11:28 amThat sounds like my kind of lip product ^^
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Glosslizard says
September 13th, 2008 at 11:48 amYay! I’m finally feeling better after being in bed with a fever for the last two days!
I checked these out on Monday, and I thought they all looked so light, I couldn’t figure out which one they had used for the model shot (it must have been Cassis)! Maybe I’ll try them again, I do like the look on the picture!
Laurie says
September 13th, 2008 at 1:44 pmI ordered Cherry Blossom last week. I hauled some Laura Mercier at Neimans for the beauty event. I’m excited to try it out!
That color looks very pretty on you. Did you end up getting anything?
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Kelly says
September 13th, 2008 at 2:29 pmOoh, I may have to check those out. A co-worker’s hubby works for the company that manufactures LM. They’ve got an “overstock” store and she said nothing is over $5 at the store, BUT, you must have an employee ID card and matching photo ID to get in (only given to employees and their spouse). So I may send her on a mission soon. 🙂
Shannon says
September 13th, 2008 at 2:48 pmooooh! Sounds a lot more promising than a matte paint with a gloss that goes over it. I’ve always hated those. Thanks for the review!
lexi says
September 13th, 2008 at 6:35 pmi’m down for cassis and mocha rouge – I’ll have to try this when I have money again – I can’t wear lipsticks anymore since they tend to dry out my lips but this sounds promising!
Karen says
September 14th, 2008 at 9:57 amHi Phoebe,
Happy weekend to you, too, girl!
Karen says
September 14th, 2008 at 9:58 amHi Marisol,
They have some good stuff. It’s definitely not a flashy line, but there’s lots of really beautiful makeup.
Karen says
September 14th, 2008 at 9:58 amHi Fie,
When are you officially leaving for the UK? Are you all packed and ready to go?
Karen says
September 14th, 2008 at 9:58 amHi Beth,
She has some really fab products. I suggest her foundations, tinted moisturizers and her powders.
Karen says
September 14th, 2008 at 9:59 amHi Gio,
They feel really nice on the lips — I was suprised! I initially was afraid that the product would feel dry, but that’s not the case at all.
Karen says
September 14th, 2008 at 10:00 amHi Xtina,
🙂 Try it! Mocha Rouge is a very pretty shade… I liked that one, too.
Karen says
September 14th, 2008 at 10:01 amHi Dao,
Oh, that’s too bad. Good thing that there are other makeup brands to get distracted by!
Karen says
September 14th, 2008 at 10:01 amHi Karen B.,
It’s really neat. You should give a try if you get the chance.
Karen says
September 14th, 2008 at 10:01 amHi Glosslizard,
Glad to hear you are feeling better! Happy weekend!
Karen says
September 14th, 2008 at 10:02 amHi Laurie,
Nice! I can’t wait to hear what you think about it.
I didn’t end up getting it because I had to get back home before traffic hit! I figure if I want it in a week I can go back.
Karen says
September 14th, 2008 at 10:02 amHi Kelly,
That’s a fabulous hook up! 🙂 Let me know if you end up doing a lil’ hauling so I can vicariously live through you, LOL.
Karen says
September 14th, 2008 at 10:02 amHi Shannon,
You’re welcome! Hope you’re having a good weekend. 🙂
Karen says
September 14th, 2008 at 10:03 amHi Lexi,
They feel really nice on the lips — all cushy and soft!
Fie says
September 15th, 2008 at 9:57 amI’m leaving this Friday! 😀 I’ve packed..mostly. Took me a while to pack all my cosmetics though. *prays hard they won’t shatter in transit*
Karen says
September 15th, 2008 at 10:06 amHi Fie,
That’s so exciting. I’m really happy for you. I hope the trip goes smoothly (and that nothing breaks). Soon enough you’ll be settled in and exploring your new town!