Burberry Beauty is making a move on the must-have category with a line of $30 luxury lipsticks that look almost like bargains in spite of the price.
As soon as I saw Burberry Beauty’s Lip Mists, I wondered if I was witnessing a case of corporate espionage aimed at Chanel. These nine shiny, hydrating lippies share more than a few characteristics in common with the Chanel Rouge Coco Shines ($32).
First, there’s the finish, which has a similar subtle shine — a dewy, creamy sheen that pairs perfectly with a summertime tan. The colors themselves are rich, lightweight, long-lasting and loaded with pigment, and like the Shines don’t look heavy like a matte. Both of these lippies tread a lovely line somewhere between slightly sheer and fully opaque, but Burberry bests Chanel here in a few key areas.
Like wear time. The Lip Mists outlast the Coco Shines by a good, long while, and I wager they contain a little more color. Being slightly thicker than, yet not as slick as, the Coco Shines probably helps them last.
I like these so much that Wild roses couldn’t keep me away. Wild rose extract, which these contain, supposedly increases the amount of moisture they deliver to lips. Burberry also claims the extract stimulates the production of collagen, but I’m not too sure about that.
Yesterday I applied two layers of Feather Pink after lunch. Five hours and two cups of tea later, it was still going strong — and that’s without a layer of lip pencil underneath.
Lip Mist in No. 206 Blueberry (left) and No. 209 Feather Pink (right)
Swatches of Lip Mist in No. 206 Blueberry (left) and No. 209 Feather Pink (right)
Lip Mist in No. 209 Feather Pink
Lip Mist in No. 206 Blueberry
Heads up for the ladies with a great sense of smell: these have a potent taste and scent, like a mix of roses, Sweet Tarts and mint tea. The scent, which lingers for about an hour, probably sounds weird, but I think it works.
If you prefer conservative lip looks, these just might rock your world. The limited color palette sticks to nine safe neutrals, pinks and berries (nothing too crazy here), but then again, this is Burberry, aka the folks who perfected the timeless trench coat.
Even though the makeup line is still relatively new, from what I’ve seen so far, Burberry Beauty doesn’t seem to be chasing cutting-edge color lines like MAC. And that’s fine by me. Glittery neon orange lips have their time and place, but if you’re looking for a moisturizing, pigmented, long-wearing luxury lipstick that just plain works, you can’t do much better than this.
PRICE: $30
AVAILABILITY: Available now at select Nordstrom stores and also online
MAKEUP AND BEAUTY BLOG RATING: A- (Love everything about ’em but the price)
Tabs has a new nickname…
I think the rain this week pushed Tabs past his usual limits of crazy because yesterday, for the first time ever, he swiped at my face. 🙁 We were playing around his cat tower when he reached out and swatted my cheek, leaving a tiny scratch along my jawline.
We’ve been friends for what, five years now? — and he’s never resorted to anything like this. I feel oddly betrayed (I know! So cat lady!). El Hub thinks he just got too excited and couldn’t contain himself, which is probably the case, but still. That husky tabby is totally on my sh*t list today.
His behavior also earned him a new nickname: Edward Scissorpaws.
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,
Karen
Jenn says
May 18th, 2011 at 5:21 pmIt sounds like you and Tabs are in an abusive relationship. 🙁
Karen says
May 18th, 2011 at 5:31 pmWe are — it’s been totally dysfunctional since day one!
Gina says
May 18th, 2011 at 5:23 pmOh man, both of these looks so beautiful! Burberry seems to always have impressive products. It makes me sad that these are so out of my price range.
Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:42 amHi Gina,
Oh, I know. Still, it’s nice to have stuff on your “splurge wish list,” don’t you think? I have a Chanel bag on mine, LOL…
Sheila says
May 18th, 2011 at 5:24 pmThank you so much for sharing! I gotta take a look at these. I didn’t like the new Dior addicts as much, but these sound like they could work for me.
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Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:42 amI hope you like these, Sheila. They’re pricey, but good quality.
Ariana says
May 18th, 2011 at 5:37 pmWow that feather pink looks great on you!! I also love the imprinting on the lipstick so…chic! And that packaging is so timeless and pretty, thank heaven for that gorgeous Burberry plaid.
Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:54 amI know! I love it too.
Glosslizard says
May 18th, 2011 at 5:46 pmI am smitten with Burberry! So many gorgeous, no-brainer colors! I recently treated myself to Rosewood lipstick and Pearl Blue eyeshadow, and they are fabulous! I am lemming Feather Pink!
Y’know, I used to trim my kittehs’ claws… not the whole thing, but just snip off the very tips so they weren’t so razor-sharp! They could still climb and everything, but casual damage was reduced!
Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:54 amDo your kittehs swat at faces? I hope this isn’t a new “phase” for Tabs.
Glosslizard says
May 19th, 2011 at 12:01 pmNo, they’re more likely to snag a hand (by accident if it’s Nefret or Sama, but out of pure surliness if it’s Lily)!
steph b says
May 18th, 2011 at 5:46 pmI used to hate when my cat would forget I wasn’t another cat she could swat. No gravy tonight for him!
As much as I love the look of the Chanel, the wear time needs some help. I’d like to check these out. I did some googling but can’t find a list of the Nordstrom’s that carry them. Any idea where to find a store list?
Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:56 amHi Steph,
Here ya go — it’s in the paragraph after the last picture in the post:
https://www.makeupandbeautyblog.com/product-reviews/will-burberry-beauty-makeup-have-ladies-lining-up/
steph b says
May 19th, 2011 at 5:18 pmThanks for the info! Sadly, none are near me. But maybe I could swing by Jersey on my way to visit my folks in NY sometime. I can’t believe they don’t have it in any NY stores.
productdoctor says
May 18th, 2011 at 6:01 pmI haven’t tried Burberry cosmetics yet…These seem to combine the best of sheer and full on lipsticks!
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Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:57 amThey have some lovely items. If you want a quick snapshot of the line checkout this post:
https://www.makeupandbeautyblog.com/product-reviews/will-burberry-beauty-makeup-have-ladies-lining-up/
Arianne says
May 18th, 2011 at 6:01 pmFeather Pink is insanely gorgeous on you, Karen! I want!
Did Edward Scissorpaws feel bad after what he did? Scherbie usually feels guilty when she does something naughty.
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Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:58 amHonestly I don’t think he does! Tabs doesn’t feel guilt, LOL!
Vijaya says
May 18th, 2011 at 6:08 pmThese look great!
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Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:58 amThanks!
Instant Karma says
May 18th, 2011 at 6:24 pmAww, I’m sure El Hub is right, and Tabs’ interlude as Edward Scissorpaws will soon be a thing of the past! Speaking of such things, have you seen that new show on Animal Planet called “My Cat from Hell?” It’s about a cat behavioralist (with really strange facial hair) who helps retrain misbehaving cats and kitty parents. I saw the first episode, and it was fun! I tried to use the guy’s tips to help me with Gizmo, but she ran away when I came to pet her, lol. Oh well, she’s still making progress, slowly but surely.
Also, I have to thank you for the title of this. I’m now listening to the Rolling Stones’ album Sticky Fingers while catching up on the MBB posts I have yet to read! 🙂
Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 9:00 amI’ve heard about that show but have yet to watch an episode. I’ll Tivo one soon!
Do you ever watch Cats 101? That’s Tabs’ favorite show. He’ll actually sit in front of the TV and watch it. Sometimes he even tries to get the kitties on screen, LOL!
Give Gizmo and Tigger hugs for me. 🙂
Instant Karma says
May 20th, 2011 at 8:20 amAWWW, that’s so cute! I’ve seen an episode or two, but not when the kitties are there. They might like it! I once had a cat who watched a documentary on lions with me, and when it ended, he looked behind the TV to try to find them. It was absolutely adorable, but he looked so sad when he couldn’t find them! Poor boy.
I will give them kitty hugs! And Giz let me pet her for twenty minutes yesterday (well, in total — it was in a few increments). Before this, I could only get in a minute or so before she ran away. I am so happy! I was afraid we’d have to call up someone like the guy from the show to give her cat therapy, lol.
Lorraine ER says
May 19th, 2011 at 9:30 amI think the cat trainer on that show is hot! He carries around a guitar case full of cat toys- I mean, how awesome is that? ;D
Instant Karma says
May 20th, 2011 at 8:23 amI LOVE the cat toy guitar case (and his car). The only problem with watching the show is that he now has me worrying whether there are enough levels available for my cats. I feel like I should install a dozen cat shelves, lol.
Nina says
May 18th, 2011 at 6:28 pmthe colors are lovely!
Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 9:00 amI like them too. 🙂
Heidi says
May 18th, 2011 at 6:51 pmMissy sometimes gets overexcited and does the same thing to me. Anytime something moves quickly she tries to catch it and if Mommy gets in the way — oh well!
Those lippies look great. Shiny AND long-lasting? Yes, please!
Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 9:01 amI think Tabs follows the same philosophy. Never mind of the humans get in the way! He needs to SWIPE!
Jessi says
May 18th, 2011 at 6:56 pmKaren, how is that you look amazing in every lip color imaginable?! So jealous! 🙂 Aw, and Tabs was probably just feelin’ frisky. I bet he felt bad about it, but was too manly to admit it.
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Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 9:01 amLOL, thanks Jessi, I wish I could say that was the case… there are a few that I look kinda weird in, like frosty light pinks and gothy black lippies. I’ll try anything once though!
nekosan says
May 18th, 2011 at 7:02 pmWhen my cats touch me with their claws, it becomes claw clipping time. =) They don’t all like it, but they get lots of treats afterwards.
Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:43 amTabs barely lets me brush him… I have a feeling trying to clip his claws will have, um, interesting results.
How many kitties do you have?
nekosan says
May 19th, 2011 at 7:17 pmThree! I’m made them learn that it’s okay for me to touch their paws and brush them. I start off with a gentle stroke of the paw when they’re asleep, to more touching when they’re relaxed with kitty treats right afterwards, to letting me touch their claws, to actually clipping their claws. You have to start when they’re relaxed (starting to think about dozing off to sleep), go really slow, and give them lots of kitty treats as reinforcement. One of my cats still really hates it – i have to do one paw at a time – but i insist on being “top cat” in the house. =)
Claudenka says
May 18th, 2011 at 7:05 pmyou look absolutely gorgeous in Feather Pink!
your lashes also look fab….what mascara do you have on??
Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:43 amLOL, I’ve been getting that question a lot lately. It’s a combo of UD Cannonball and Buxom Amplified.
larie says
May 18th, 2011 at 7:09 pmGorgeous! I have yet to try either the new Dior or Chanel lines of sheer lippies, but they all sound amazing.
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Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:44 amI like the Chanel ones too! Try ’em both. 🙂
TrishaL says
May 18th, 2011 at 7:42 pmboth look lovely and both look so great on you! There are 3 nordstrom stores in my area and none carry this makeup line *sigh* I would love to check these out in person.
Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:44 amHmm, maybe order them online and then return them to one of your nearby Nordie’s store if you don’t like it? They have a really great return policy, which is why I like to shop there.
Beatrice says
May 18th, 2011 at 7:56 pmi have to say the pink shade is my fave of the two, so pretty! and as for Tabs, i think that kitty needs a time out! (i treat my pets like children…cuz that’s not weird >>)
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Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:45 amLOL, I don’t know if he’d be able to process why he’s in trouble. He’s not the smartest cat on the block, truth be told, although lately he has show that he’s capable of a little bit of problem solving.
ValbonaPro says
May 18th, 2011 at 8:01 pmFeather Pink is so beautiful and you look beautiful wearing it!
Aw, you and Tabs have a love and hate relationship right now, but I am sure he still loves you. 🙂
If my pet did that to me, it would take me forever to forgive, since I hold grudges.
Perhaps I should blame my Scorpio sign.
Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:45 amWe totally have a love/hate relationship. He loves to hate me!
Nicole says
May 18th, 2011 at 8:07 pmGlad I read this review, I was thinking of getting the Chanel lippies. I’ll have to try the Burberry lippies next time I’m at Nordies!
Love your new nickname for Tabs! You crack me up girl!
Can you send some Cali sun to the east coast, it’s raining like crazy this week!
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Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:46 amSure thing! Beaming a little sunshine your way…
Katie says
May 18th, 2011 at 8:26 pmI am oh-so in love with these! However, I am but a humble college student. I beg, does anyone have any drugstore dupe suggestions?
Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:47 amHi Katie,
You might be able to find similar shades from NYC New York Color and Rimmel. Here’s some links to past reviews:
https://www.makeupandbeautyblog.com/product-reviews/ready-set-save-the-2-n-y-c-new-york-color-ultra-last-lipsticks/
https://www.makeupandbeautyblog.com/product-reviews/rimmel-moisture-renew-lipstick-a-6-drugstore-dream/
Both are fantastic budget lipstick options.
Tavi says
May 18th, 2011 at 8:34 pmThe second color looks great on you karen!
Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:48 amThanks, Tavi! Do you think you might pick one of these up?
nancy says
May 18th, 2011 at 9:23 pmoo karen what mascara are you wearing?
Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:49 amHi Nancy,
UD Cannonball and Buxom Amplified. 🙂
Windie says
May 18th, 2011 at 9:23 pmKaren, I’m an avid reader of your blog and always enjoy your makeup photos.
After 2 years, these by far are the most excellent photos of you that I have seen! Absolutely wanting to know every tip, trick, technique you use. I know you have discussed it before, but wow! Uber pretty.
I’m not a crazy stalker, just really admire your look here.
Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:49 amHi Windie,
Thanks! Hmm, would a list of the products I used help?
Windie says
May 19th, 2011 at 11:16 pmThat would fantastic! Thank you for sharing the products you used. Looking forward to it.
dani@callitbeauty says
May 18th, 2011 at 9:38 pmoh goodness… i did not need to see this! i think i might just have to stretch the makeup budget this month.
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Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:49 amThese are a great splurge, Dani!
Swathi says
May 18th, 2011 at 10:00 pmKaren ! Feather Pink absolutely rocks on you !
I am a under grad and I have lipstick sweet spot, god help my meager budget . Every time I see ya rockin’ these kinda colors I swear I have to go out and indulge. But unfortunately I don’t get Burberry here so maybe something else for this time !
You rock chica !
Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:49 amHi Swathi,
Thanks! 🙂
Ms Erin says
May 19th, 2011 at 12:40 amThe picture of his stretched out paw and claws on the keyboard made me laugh. Nice touch!
Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:50 amI get a kick out of that one too! 🙂
Jen W says
May 19th, 2011 at 2:28 amOMG my heart just skipped a beat looking at those colours! They look really beautiful both swatched and on you.
This is going on my next order.
My kitty ‘Dizzy’ often leaves scratch marks on me, he’s easily excited and will try and jump from one end of the room to my shoulders, not worrying about the collateral damage. 🙂
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Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:51 amTabs went through a phase where he was all about leaping off my lap! Damn kitties!
How old is Dizzy?
Kim says
May 19th, 2011 at 5:09 amVery nice, though I wonder why they decided to call them mists. I guess it’s moisture related. As luck would have it, I had just put that Burberry trench out of my mind. Sigh. 🙂
I’m sorry about Tabs – it was probably a case of over-excitement paired with the crazies from the weather (and maybe going after a strand of your hair?). All of our gals are declawed, so scratching is not an issue, thankfully. And I do know that a lot of cat owners are very against that but, it’s a compromise that’s worked out for us. I’m in no way suggesting that you declaw Tabs for a scratch, btw!
Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:52 amDoes the rain make your girls do crazy? I think Tabs gets fussy because he can’t go outside and he blames it on me, you know? Like I have control over the weather, LOL!
Kim says
May 19th, 2011 at 12:30 pmNo, I don’t notice any change (but they don’t go out so they don’t really know what they’re missing). They usually wind each other up or go nuts for a fly inside – or for birds outside the window. I get crabby because of the rain, though. So I can relate to Tabs’ mood! 🙂
Kajal Couture says
May 19th, 2011 at 6:05 amI do like the sound of these, but the price tag is hefty. Karen, what are you wearing on your lashes? Looks like falsies but maybe you are using some new growth serum or something?
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Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:52 amNope, UD Cannonball and Buxom Amplified.
Katie says
May 19th, 2011 at 6:23 amTabs probably was too excited. Sometimes my cat gets too excited when we play and does sort of goofy things, like hissing and front flips off the couch. She’s pawed me in the face before, but only with nails tucked since she was being playful. I’m sure tabs didn’t mean to hurt you!
Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:52 amThose front flips off the couch must be hilarious! 🙂
NeenaJ says
May 19th, 2011 at 6:31 amTime to knit Tabs some kitten mittens!
I think you look divine in the 2nd pic – wearing Blueberry. Everything is just gorgeous – your bangs, lashes, highlight, blush and that dazzling lip. Whatever makeup you’re wearing in that pic, wear it for every special event from here out. (And, please share it here if you can!)
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Karen says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:53 amAw, thanks Neena. Do you want a listing of the products I used?
NeenaJ says
May 20th, 2011 at 5:51 amTotally!
Tina says
May 19th, 2011 at 10:50 amWOW!! Karen your lashes look amazing with the new UD mascara!! Pretty lippies too!
Katrina says
May 19th, 2011 at 11:35 amOoouu…I may have to try these! I love Shines but they really don’t last long at all, sadly.
Marika says
May 19th, 2011 at 12:00 pmAs long as Tabs isn’t an outdoor cat, you could try trimming the tips of his claws. My two year old kitty is very playful and likes “hugging” my leg and playing tag; cute, but painful when his claws aren’t clipped! He usually keeps his claws retracted when he feels bare skin but sometimes I think he gets excited and forgets.
If you do trim them just make sure to looks at the claws in the light and only clip the clear part (not the pink area).
Those lipsticks look fab, btw!
lexi says
May 19th, 2011 at 12:00 pmHUGE fan of Burberry cosmetics – I will need to peep this in person. You got my attention when you mentioned these outlast the RC Coco Shines and is $2 less. Not a whole lot less but I’ll take what I can get!!
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Christa Perilously Pale says
May 19th, 2011 at 12:24 pmThese sound perfect! I’ve been so frustrated with the quick and uneven wearing off of all my Rouge Coco Shines. I wish Neiman Marcus carried these so I had an easy way to order these to Canada 🙁 I would love to try more from Burberry!
Patty says
May 19th, 2011 at 12:36 pmAww, Karen, please forgive Tabs for his over exuberant play. I think El Hub is right…Tabs got too excited, and had no intention of hurting you. Sometimes, playing to them is not the same thing as our idea of playing. Even good kitties make mistakes, sometimes.
Jeri says
May 19th, 2011 at 1:22 pmKaren – do you cut his nails? They are long.
Kay says
May 19th, 2011 at 8:26 pmYou really look gorgeous here! LOVE LOVE LOVE the lashes too! 🙂
Charisse says
May 22nd, 2011 at 4:06 pmFeather Pink looks great on you! I might have to check these out since I found Chanel Rouge Coco Shines a bit too sheer and doesn’t last very long.
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