Bigger isn’t always better, but Fusion Beauty definitely thinks size matters when it comes to lips. The eight shiny stars of their new Infatuation line of plumping lipglosses ($29 each) are supposed to increase the size of lips and keep them plumper over time.
Remember Amplifat (here’s some info on it from an earlier review)? It’s the secret plumping sauce behind these glosses, too.
I’ve been wearing Infatuation Lipgloss in Angelic on and off for about a week. That may not be the perfect way to test the line’s plumping powers over time, but it’s probably a pretty reasonable example of real world use.
Shimmery golden pink Angelic shares some things in common with another LipFusion product I’ve taken a look at lately, LipFusion Boudoir in Princess. Like Princess, Angelic feels hydrating on my lips and has a similarly soft, smooth, non-sticky texture. It’s also scented and flavored, this time with a hint of mint to go with the orange (YUM!).
Thanks to Amplifat (which the products in the Boudoir collection don’t contain), Angelic bestows a subtle plump. It’s nothing extravagant, though, but I think it is noticeable. I like that it only mildly tingles, too, because some plumping lip products can kinda hurt.
If Fusion Beauty can work out a kink in the consistency of the pigment (other women mention the same issue occurring with some of the other shades in reviews on Sephora’s website), I’d almost be willing to overlook the $29 price.
It’s weird… Angelic applies unevenly on my lips, almost like curdled milk (I know that’s not the most attractive simile). It’s something I’ve never seen before with a gloss. Granted, swiping it back and forth a few times smoothes it out, but if you’re lazy like me that’s a chore. 🙂
It’s not as bad if I apply less product, but I was really hoping to be able to build the color if need be.
Want to read more about Fusion Beauty? Here are some other reviews…
The 2-second version? I’m not infatuated with Infatuation; I think Angelic’s just okay. I do REALLY like how hydrating it is and enjoy the minty orange-ness, but I don’t want to have to work so hard at getting an expensive gloss to look good, ya know? For close to $30, it shouldn’t require instructions. Makeup and Beauty Blog Rating: B-
When Mad Men and True Blood collide
I finally caught the new episode of Mad Men last night. I won’t write any spoilers (but if you want to talk about it in the comments, LET’S DO IT!), but I will say this: didn’t you get a secret thrill when the vampire-hating preacher’s wife from True Blood popped on screen!?
Is it just me, or does she bear a striking resemblance to Betty Draper (Don is such a mess… okay I won’t say anything else)?
Oh, and I’d rock that dress and those jewels in a hot second.
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
Cindy (Prime Beauty) says
July 27th, 2010 at 8:32 pmI would really like to try LipFusion b/c I need the plumping but I can’t get past the $29 price tag for a gloss.
And yes, I thought the same thing about Don’s date–loved her dress, hair, makeup the whole thing!
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Karen says
July 27th, 2010 at 9:31 pmI felt bad for Betty and her new hubby at Thanksgiving dinner. That senator (?) guy’s mom was so cranky.
BlovetBeauty says
July 27th, 2010 at 8:36 pmA lipgloss that applies like curdled milk sounds scary!!
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Karen says
July 27th, 2010 at 9:31 pmIt’s not completely gross, it’s just… challenging.
Melissa W. says
July 27th, 2010 at 8:38 pmSo weird about the curdled milk application. That kind of kills it for me on this one. I do like the regular lipfusion glosses though. I keep hoping Sephora will have another $10 deal on them because it pains me to pay so much for gloss.
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Karen says
July 27th, 2010 at 9:32 pmHave you tried the Luxe Boudoir ones? They’re pretty nice, but kinda pricey.
Indi says
July 27th, 2010 at 8:48 pmDon was a mess. I think he kind of bounced back by the end of the episode, or at least I hope. And yes, his data looked liked Betty 2.0. Let’s hope she’s not an he moves on? But yay for an all new season! The show finally looks like it moved into the mod 60s and out of the stodgy lates 1950s (esp. with the new SCDP offices and the girls’ new clothes!)
Karen says
July 27th, 2010 at 9:33 pmI was surprised that they moved into offices so quickly. Wasn’t it funny how they didn’t have a conference table?
Vanessa H says
July 27th, 2010 at 10:54 pmOMG I need to watch the new episode!
I love lipfusion products :-), they just make my wallet cry though lol
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Karen says
July 28th, 2010 at 7:56 amThey have some nice stuff! What do you like from the line?
makeup morsels says
July 27th, 2010 at 11:16 pmgrrr it makes me sad when pretty glosses won’t apply evenly. I love her dress and jewelry, soo pretty
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Karen says
July 28th, 2010 at 7:56 amMe too. I wish I could look like that every day.
Agnes says
July 28th, 2010 at 2:47 amaww its too bad the application wasnt better.. the swatch was so prettyyy!
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Karen says
July 28th, 2010 at 7:54 amIt’s a gorgeous color. I want some shoes in that shade!
Kim says
July 28th, 2010 at 5:24 amI’d only be willing to put up with the “chunky” gloss if it had more sparkle. 🙂
I really need to start watching Mad Men. It gets great plugs from Entertainment Weekly too and I’ve been meaning to get on the bandwagon. I think I’ll make Netflix happy and start with Season 1!
Karen says
July 28th, 2010 at 7:49 amHi Kim,
It took me a while to get on the Mad Men train, but I’m so glad I did. It can be kinda depressing at times, but the writing is excellent!
Nina says
July 28th, 2010 at 6:16 amThis is prolly not for me but that cherry red color is so inviting. I might test this but im not sure if I can cheat on Lychee Luxe and Star Anise. 😀
I said to myself Nymphette might be the only reason I would stray. 😛
Karen says
July 28th, 2010 at 7:46 amHee hee! It’s like we’re lipgloss twins.
Nina says
July 28th, 2010 at 11:17 amIll probly grab Nymphette this Friday when I shop for the Hubs’ present. Of course I gotta have a lil sumfingsumfing for me too!
Lipgloss twins power, activate! 😀
Stef says
July 28th, 2010 at 7:27 am“you know what I want…”
Oh Don, you sexy mess you!
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Karen says
July 28th, 2010 at 7:45 amHe’s a hot mess!
Did you know he’s going to be in a new movie with Ben Affleck? He plays an FBI agent.
Stef says
July 28th, 2010 at 7:12 pmI did not know that. But Ben better step up his game, starring next to that super fox. He better be doing push ups right now!
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