This post is the first in a series of stellar drugstore gems in which my (very much pretend) boyfriend Keanu Reeves helps me test makeup… He’s gallant like that, you know? 😊
I can confirm that these pigmented, matte twist-up crayons by Maybelline are kiss-proof because I made out with Keanu Reeves for 20 minutes while wearing one of them (Lead the Way), and it didn’t move at all!
It smelled and tasted like vanilla-spiked Hawaiian Punch, which Keanu adored, but ewww! — it made my stomach churn. My boo likes it, though, so I guess I’ll have to endure… The things I do for that man, le sigh!
Maybelline Superstay Ink Crayon Lipstick, $9.49 each
- It’s available in 12 shades for less than $10 each.
- The formula is almost as smooth as Keanu’s raven locks, with nary a vertical lip line in sight.
- The attached sharpener (which is hidden in the base of the pen) keeps the tip tapered.
- It’s long lasting (from 3-4 hours), but it quickly melts away with makeup remover.
- The matte formula isn’t drying; it IS comfortable; and it doesn’t make your lips look a billion years old.
- It looks expensive.
Keanu likes that these are just shy of $10, because now we can save more money to renovate our villa on Lake Cuomo… 😁 You’re invited to come and stay with us, of course!
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
maria says
July 24th, 2019 at 6:50 pmOooh I love the colors. I’m definitely going to have to buy a few of these Keanu approved lip crayons lol
Chelsea says
July 24th, 2019 at 8:14 pmYou know how I feel about weird scents but if Keanu approves…
We’re flying tomorrow and I hate narrowing down my liquids bag 😭
Jessica says
July 25th, 2019 at 12:40 amWow! These look really good! I may get “Seek Adventure”.
Tina says
July 25th, 2019 at 4:20 amI bought Lead the Way about a month ago, and have been wearing it a ton. It’s super comfortable, and it pairs well with gloss. I may need a few more!
Ewa says
July 25th, 2019 at 10:45 amI have Make It Happen and love it! Was planning on picking up Own Your Empire at Target today, but I may pick up a few other colors since seeing the swatches. It’s a really good formula, and even though I don’t normally like scented lip products, I’ve found that it dissipates pretty quickly.
Kim says
July 25th, 2019 at 11:09 amOh, yes please on the villa. 😉 These are pretty nice looking and a great value considering the sharpener! After all these years, I’m still amazed by how different colors look in the pencil, in your swatch and on your lips. I understand WHY that happens but am just terrible at predicting the results. HAHA!
Jennifer says
July 25th, 2019 at 11:47 amPlease be advised I’ll be flying out Sept. 2o and will stay through the 30th.
Jennifer recently posted … What’s Your Go To Dinner When The Weather is Hot?
Karen says
July 25th, 2019 at 1:51 pmYou’re most welcome to stay in our biggest guest villa!
Angela says
July 25th, 2019 at 12:57 pmAGHHH these are amazing looking! Those swatches make me want them ALL. They are not yet here in Canada 🙁 But I will be keeping an eye out for them for sure! Thanks for the dreamy review LOL
Diana says
July 25th, 2019 at 1:12 pmI think these look great ! Lead the way! And i haven’t looked at a drugstore lip in a long time, haven’t had luck with. And with Keanu either lol
Marcia says
July 25th, 2019 at 1:22 pmI picked up a few of these (Lead the Way, Stay Exceptional, and Accept a Dare) and like them. They are comfortable. The brighter colors look pretty too.
Rachel Runyan says
July 25th, 2019 at 1:32 pmI’ve been hearing really good things about these. The colors are pretty. I’m especially liking the bright red. Hopefully, the scent isn’t too stomach-churningly artificially sweet.
Michele DiCola says
July 26th, 2019 at 6:10 pmI promised my lipstick collection is on FREEZE !
But this maybelline is calling me to Target .
Alice says
July 27th, 2019 at 12:41 amKaren, there’s a fabulous article about Keanu on the GQ website which you might enjoy! 🙂
Cc says
July 28th, 2019 at 3:11 pmYou have to watch “Always be my maybe” Netflix original with….Keanu.
Karen says
July 29th, 2019 at 10:48 amHi CC!
I watched it and enjoyed it. Keanu cracked me up!