Natural lips for comparison:
Vasanti Tinted Lipbalm in Cancun
They say:
A lip conditioner that gives a natural hint of colour. Our tinted lipbalms are loaded with moisturisers, conditioners and natural sunscreens such as: Shea butter, Mango butter, Meadowfoam seed oil, Sunflower oil and Olive oil.
I say:
Smells great! like sweet mangoes! Really moisturising, and gives a nice hint of colour.
Colour is described as "a sheer coral with a touch of pink"
Does, however, contain parabens.
CAN$15 but going for CAN$7.50 right now at Rexall Pharmacies!
Pupa Lip Perfection Natural Shine gloss in 03
They say:
"Gives lips a naturally shiny colour. Exclusive formula with natural active ingredients providing a protective, emollient action. Non sticky."
I say:
Semi-opaque, thicker than MAC gloss, non-sticky, and really moisturising.
Lasts around 4 hours. Does not settle into lip lines.
Slight vanilla smell, no taste.
Paraben free
03 is a bright raspberry-ish shade with no shimmer.
CAN$17 regularly $8.50 right now at the Rexall 50% off sale
Pupa New Chic Brilliant Lipstick in 32
They say:
"Brilliant lipstick, intense colour. Voluminous, extra-luminous lips. Feel-good moisture-rich texture. Perfect coverage. Precise and easy to apply."
I say:
Very unique packaging!! I really like how it has a mirror, that way I don't have to haul out a separate mirror to do touch ups on the go.
Glides on, non-drying.
32 is a gorgeous frosty apricot that reminds me of summer and beaches xD
Contains parabens.
CAN$20 regularly but $10 right now at the Rexall 50% off all lipsticks and glosses sale.
My haul for the last two weeks T.T:
No more lipsticks or glosses for the next year!
