30 Nov 2009 21 Comments
"Lipgloss doesn’t have to be sticky" LIPGLOSS REVIEW (PART 1): Beauté Cosmetics
Until very recently, I always thought lipglosses were supposed to be sticky (hello MAC!). You can imagine my excitement as I started to venture out and discover that there are non-sticky glosses out there and even glosses that provide the same amount of colour pay-off as lipstick! And it seems from my poll this weekend that I have a lot of lipgloss-loving readers. So this week I’ll be presenting my new mini-series, “Lipgloss doesn’t have to be sticky,” where I’ll share my thoughts on some lipglosses that have been rocking my world lately.
First up are the Voluminous Volume Glosses from Beauté Cosmetics. Beauté is a Canadian beauty brand started by celebrity makeup artist Beau Nelson. I was fortunate to be sent some products to try including its lip stains and weightless lip cremes, both of which I reviewed earlier this summer. For the past few months, I’ve been testing out the glosses.
The glosses I tried are Medusa (a pale pink beige) and Paramour (a dusty rose with shimmer). Medusa is an amazing nude gloss and Paramour gives a great “my lips but better” look. Both are gorgeous and feel very luxurious on the lips. They feel moisturizing and apparently have ‘plumping’ benefits. I have full lips already so I couldn’t see a difference. That said, the colour payoff is decent, and best of all, they don’t feel sticky. I don’t like the brush applicator though. If I don’t put the wand back in properly the brush is all ‘contorted’ when I pull it out for the next application. The price of these are high-end ($26 Canadian) which is something to consider.
All in all though, I highly recommend the Beauté lip products — they are worth a look and they’ve got some cool gift sets available for the Holidays. Visit the company’s Web site for more information and where to find in your area. Good news for international readers, the company ships to Europe, Asia and other parts of the world!
(Medusa (left); Paramour (Right) from Beaute)
Stay tuned for Part 2 and 3 of the Lipgloss doesn’t have to be Sticky series. Next up is Balmshell!
Nov 30, 2009 @ 16:41:41
I thought that they were all sticky too ^^ I hope you'll be able to talk about non-sticky lipglosses sold worldwide :p
Nov 30, 2009 @ 16:48:46
@Carine: I hear you. Beaute does sell online so I will look into whether they ship internationally.
Nov 30, 2009 @ 16:51:04
OMG. I love that line. I want their brushes. I used to go to Holt's and play with them all the time. My Estee Lauder lipgloss is actually not sticky.
I love the medusa one. I need to get that. Made a bet with the boyfriend and now he has to buy me tons of makeup. lol
Nov 30, 2009 @ 17:42:16
Medusa is so pretty! And i HATE sticky lipglosses too!
Nov 30, 2009 @ 17:46:55
wow so droolworthy! but m sure they aint available in the uk
I love NYX lipglosses as I dont find them sticky!
Nov 30, 2009 @ 17:50:58
I've been lusting after these since I saw them on Pixiwoo's videos, they look amazing…x
Nov 30, 2009 @ 17:52:57
Oooh these are so pretty, Michelle! I love the colour, and from what you say, they seem dreamy =)
I love Korres lip glosses, they're not sticky at all. Same with Rimmel London's, they're fantastic drugstore glosses, though they don't pack too much colour.
XO
Nov 30, 2009 @ 19:00:05
This looks like a great brand! I can't wait to hear your Balmshell review! I will be making one tomorrow
Nov 30, 2009 @ 19:38:50
I have heard such good things about these lipglosses, I want some now!
x
Nov 30, 2009 @ 20:23:32
Paramour is soooo pretty!
Nov 30, 2009 @ 20:39:14
they look lovely !!
Nov 30, 2009 @ 21:26:05
Thanks for the comments ladies! For those wondering, the company ships internationally! Happy shopping!
Nov 30, 2009 @ 21:52:07
Paramour looks pretty.
I don't remember my Nyx glosses being sticky, speaking of glosses
Nov 30, 2009 @ 22:06:03
@Phyrra: I wish I had easy access to NYX though my wallet would be hurting!
Nov 30, 2009 @ 23:03:17
The Beaute glosses look so pretty
I really shouldn't be buying anymore makeup, so I may have to wait to try them. This post reminded me of my days at Faces Cosmetics. They used to have matte, non-sticky liquid lip colours that stayed on forever! I forget what they were called and dont know if they still have them, but I'll check out the Faces counter next time I am in the mall and let you know if they're still around (in case you were interested!).
Nov 30, 2009 @ 23:37:42
You're right, lipglosses doesn't have to be sticky! that's why I said goodbye to many of my glosses as they get as sticky as ever!!!!
Dec 01, 2009 @ 00:19:12
Oh, those glosses are calling me! I've been hearing alot of buzz about Beauté.
Dec 01, 2009 @ 05:14:53
i am dying to get my hands on some beaute products! thank you for the swatches doll
they look beautiful 
Dec 02, 2009 @ 10:39:26
thanks for the comments ladies! I caved in and ordered some more Beaute products for Christmas gifts to myself. LOL.
I'll post about them when I get them.
Dec 03, 2009 @ 04:31:02
Off to check about postage now! Lol!
But seriously, this is the one brand that needs to launch worldwide!
I 've yet to find a lip product that I don't like!
Gorgeous gorgeous lipglosses, I 'd so go for those shades too!!!
xxx
Dec 04, 2009 @ 18:56:36
great swatches! I so want to try this line so badly