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Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Love Effect Lipstick (Naughty Talk) Review & Swatches

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Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Love Effect Lipstick (Naughty Talk) Review & Swatches

Brand new and limited edition lipstick shades have been added to the Pillow Talk collection and I think Naughty Talk is going to be a big hit. Here’s everything you need to know about the Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Love Effect Lipsticks with photos and swatches of Dream Talk, Love Talk, Naughty Talk and Kiss Talk.

What shades are in the Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Love Effect Lipstick collection?

Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Love Effect Lipstick Collection
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Love Effect Lipstick Collection

There are four new lipstick shades in the Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk word and they are split across two of the brand’s best-selling formulas – Matte Revolution and K.I.S.S.I.N.G:

  • Dream Talk – muted deep mauve (Matte Revolution)
  • Love Talk – strawberry red (Matte Revolution)
  • Naughty Talk –  neutral nude glow (K.I.S.S.I.N.G)
  • Kiss Talk – fresh, dewy pink (K.I.S.S.I.N.G)

See the swatches below.

Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Love Effect Lipstick Shades & Swatches

I have all four new shades to show you.

This is Dream Talk, Love Talk, Naughty Talk and Kiss Talk:

Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Love Effect Lipstick Shades
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Love Effect Lipstick Shades

Here are the swatches:

Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Love Effect Lipstick Swatches
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Love Effect Lipstick Swatches

My Review

Charlotte Tilbury Naughty Talk Lipstick
Charlotte Tilbury Naughty Talk Lipstick

I really like the Charlotte Tilbury lipstick formulations. Both the Matte Revolution and the K.I.S.S.I.N.G textures are lovely and both are easy to apply and wear.

The Matte Revolution is a creamy matte that doesn’t dry out on your lips, and the K.I.S.S.I.N.G formula is soft and juicy and leaves a very pretty glow.

Dream Talk, when I first saw it, really reminded me of the CT Shade The Queen (swatches here) but it’s a lot less pink than The Queen and more of a deep wine shade. It’s really nice. It also reminds me of Opium Noir (see that here), but it’s softer and less deep.

Love Talk is quite a unique red I think. It is described as a Strawberry red and it’s one I’m excited to try when I am ready to commit to a red lip!

The sheeny K.I.S.S.I.N.G shades are obviously the easier ones to wear because the formula and finish is all about that totally effortless feel. I am a big fan of Naughty Talk (see above), although I hate the cringy name! It’s a very pretty neutral nude and just gives the lips a lovely glow.

Kiss Talk is another pretty shade. A soft yet fresh pink that will be great for really enlivening the complexion.

This is a really lovely collection but I think that Naughty Talk will be the big hit out of them all.

Where to buy it

Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Love Effect Lipstick is £29 and available now via the links below:

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Kosas Cloud Set Translucent Loose Setting & Blurring Powder Review

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I got a sneak peek at the new Kosas Cloud Set Translucent Loose Setting & Blurring Powder and wanted to share it with you. Here’s what you need to know.

What is Kosas Cloud Set Translucent Loose Setting & Blurring Powder?

Kosas Cloud Set Translucent Loose Setting & Blurring Powder in Candy
Kosas Cloud Set Translucent Loose Setting & Blurring Powder in Candy

This is a brand new setting powder from Kosas:

  • Ultra-translucent setting and baking powder
  • Formulated to last for 12 hours
  • Designed to blur, brighten and give a natural matte finish
  • Allows skin to keep its glow
  • Uses bamboo stem extract to help absorb excess sebum
  • Available in four shades

How to use it

To Bake – Use a puff to apply a generous layer of powder where you experience the most creasing or oil breakthrough. Let sit for a few minutes and then brush off excess.

To Set – Dust a light layer of product all over face, focusing on areas where you experience the most oil breakthrough.

Swatch

There are four shades in the Kosas Cloud Set Translucent Loose Setting & Blurring Powder. I have shade Candy:

Kosas Cloud Set Translucent Loose Setting & Blurring Powder Swatch (Candy)
Kosas Cloud Set Translucent Loose Setting & Blurring Powder Swatch (Candy)

My Review

Kosas Cloud Set Translucent Loose Setting & Blurring Powder Texture (Candy)
Kosas Cloud Set Translucent Loose Setting & Blurring Powder Texture (Candy)

I have to start by saying, I am not big on powder, and I have never baked my makeup in my life, so I am really not the target customer for this product! But having said that, because I love to use super glowy products, a powder can come in handy to take down the shine in certain places. The Kosas Cloud Set Translucent is great for this.

I haven’t used this product it ‘bake’ yet, and I most likely never will, but as a setting powder, this gives my skin a really pretty finish, without looking cakey, dry or over-done.

Before and After Photos

I took some pictures of how this looks under my eyes, which I find is the trickiest area to use powder without it settling into lines. And the good news is that I really liked how it looked.

Kosas Cloud Set Translucent Loose Setting & Blurring Powderbefore photo (Candy)
Before
Kosas Cloud Set Translucent Loose Setting & Blurring Powder after photo (Candy)
After – shade Candy

I think that the pink shade, Candy, that I have works really well for brightening the under-eye area.

It has a good blurring effect on the skin, which I notice most on the areas where I don’t use my REESON Bronzing Balm (because that really blurs the skin on its own very well). Read all about that in REESON Beauty Bronzing Balm Review & Swatches.

I used a small fluffy brush to apply, but if you wanted more coverage you could press on the product with a puff. Coverage with powder is not what I am looking for, so it’s hard for me to judge it on that front.

For light powdering, I think this is a really lovely product, especially for under my eyes in this pink Candy shade.

Kosas Cloud Set Translucent Loose Setting & Blurring Powder packaging
Kosas Cloud Set Translucent Loose Setting & Blurring Powder packaging

In terms of the packaging, I love the fact that it has an inner lid to control the powder, because I generally find loose powders so messy.

If you are interested in more newness from Kosas, check out: Kosas DreamBeam Comfy Smooth Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Review & Swatches.

Where to buy it

The Kosas Cloud Set Translucent Loose Powder is £34 and is available at Cult Beauty and will later be available via the links below:

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Lancome Lash Idôle Flutter Extension Mascara Review

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Lancome Lash Idôle Flutter Extension Mascara Review

Lancome created one of my first mascara obsessions, so I was keen to try out this new one. Here’s what you need to know about Lancome Lash Idôle Flutter Extension Mascara. I have all the information, along with before and after photos.

What is Lancome Lash Idôle Flutter Extension Mascara?

Lancome Lash Idôle Flutter Extension Mascara
Lancome Lash Idôle Flutter Extension Mascara

This new mascara from Lancome is all about achieving super fluttery extra long lashes:

  • Promises to achieve up to +5.5mm visibly longer lashes
  • Formulated to last up to 24 hours
  • Flake free formula
  • Features a super precise brush, with 480 ultra-thin micro bristles
  • Brush works to instantly elongate, separate and flare lashes from root to tip
  • Easy to remove with oil based cleanser

Before and After Photos

This is before with nothing on my lashes:

Before Photo in Lancome Lash Idôle Flutter Extension Mascara review
Before

And here’s 2 coats and a touch on the bottom lashes:

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After

My Review

Review of Lancome Lash Idôle Flutter Extension Mascara
My Review of Lancome Lash Idôle Flutter Extension Mascara

If you’ve been around here a while, you’ll know that I absolutely love a good mascara launch, and the latest from Lancôme really caught my eye because Hypnose was the first luxury mascara that I ever repeat-bought. It will always have a special place in my heart.

The Lash Idôle Flutter Extension Mascara is a brand new take on Lash Idôle which launched back in 2021. If you want more info on that one, read: Lancome Lash Idole Mascara Review.

I’ve been testing out this new launch for the last week or so and I have to say, I really like it.

The Wand & Formula

Lancome Lash Idôle Flutter Extension Mascara Wa
Lancome Lash Idôle Flutter Extension Mascara Wand

Let’s talk about the brush first. It is super slim and precise and really very different to the original Lash Idole wand. I really like it because I am pretty clumsy with mascara (especially as I have hooded lids) and it does make application very easy.

It’s packed with tiny, short bristles that grab every lash, even those awkward ones right in the corner. It’s brilliant for definition and separation.

The formula is super black and feels really light on the lashes which I always appreciate. You can go for a nice light coat, or really layer it up without any crunchiness or weight, and it doesn’t dry too quickly, so you’ve got time to work it through.

First Impressions

I think this is a lovely mascara. It gives a great natural looking, fluttery effect and is easy to apply, wear and remove. I never use eyelash curlers, but this formula gives my straight lashes a good lift.

How does Lancome Lash Idôle Flutter Extension Mascara compare to the original Lash Idôle?

If you already love the OG Lash Idôle, you’re going to enjoy this one. It is like its lighter, more fluttery sister. The original gives you a bit more volume, whereas Flutter Extension is all about length and lift. It’s more subtle but very elegant, and perfect for an understated look. If you want more drama, stick with the original.

Final Thoughts

This mascara is a really good addition to the Lancome line up. I love how effortless it is and it gives the lashes that naturally lifted, fanned-out look without feeling heavy or overly dramatic It is perfect for everyday wear.

If you are looking for a pretty life-proof tubing mascara, check out the Too Face Ribbon Wrapped Lash*. I love it.

Where to buy it

Lancome Lash Idôle Flutter Extension Mascara is £28 and available now via the links below:

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Sisley Paris Phyto-Rouge Velvet Lipstick Review & Swatches

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Sisley Paris Phyto-Rouge Velvet Lipstick Review & Swatches

If you’re anything like me and love a luxe lipstick moment, you’re going to want to hear all about the Sisley Paris Phyto-Rouge Velvet lipstick collection that I have been testing out. I’ve got all the details, plus swatches. Enjoy.

What is Sisley Paris Phyto-Rouge Velvet?

Sisley Paris Phyto-Rouge Velvet Lipstick
Sisley Paris Phyto-Rouge Velvet Lipstick
  • Creamy and ultra-comfortable texture
  • Designed to glide on to the lips
  • Blurs fine lines and imperfections with a single coat
  • Delivers a plumping and smoothing soft-focus effect
  • Subtly reflects light
  • Gives a powdered matte yet natural finish
  • Leaves a soft and luminous look
  • All the shades are highly pigmented
  • Delivers long-lasting, even coverage
  • Creates a physical barrier on the lips to prevent water loss and seal in moisture
  • Refillable lipstick in a matte brushed gold-coloured case with black zebra stripes
  • Uses a faceted bullet for easy and precise application
  • Available in 12 shades

Key Ingredients

Hydrobooster Complex (Hyaluronic Acid and Konjac Glucomannan microspheres) – immediately saturates skin with moisture for a plumping and smoothing effect

Padina pavonica extract – plumps and moisturises

Vitamin E – helps to protects lips from oxidative stress

Vegetal oil – preserves lip hydration and forms a protective film

Sisley Paris Phyto-Rouge Velvet Lipstick
Sisley Paris Phyto-Rouge Velvet Lipstick

Shades and Swatches

There are 12 shades in the collection:

  • 10 Beige Nude – Beige
  • 11 Beige Bloom – Beige
  • 12 Beige Crush – Beige
  • 20 Rose Sweet – Pink
  • 21 Rose Pop – Pink
  • 22 Rose Punch – Pink
  • 30 Orange Spice – Orange
  • 31 Orange Fawn – Orange
  • 40 Rouge Icon – Red
  • 41 Rouge Flame – Red
  • 42 Rouge Royal – Red
  • 42 Rouge Royal – Red

I have shades 10 Beige Nude, 20 Rose Sweet, 41 Rouge Flame:

Sisley Paris Phyto-Rouge Velvet - 10 Beige Nude, 20 Rose Sweet, 41 Rouge Flame
10 Beige Nude, 20 Rose Sweet, 41 Rouge Flame

Here are the swatches:

Sisley Paris Phyto-Rouge Velvet Swatches - 10 Beige Nude, 20 Rose Sweet, 41 Rouge Flame
Sisley Paris Phyto-Rouge Velvet Swatches

Lip Swatches

Sisley Paris Phyto-Rouge Velvet in shade 10 Beige Nude
10 Beige Nude
Sisley Paris Phyto-Rouge Velvet in shade 20 Pink Sweet
20 Pink Sweet
Sisley Paris Phyto-Rouge Velvet in shade 41 Rouge Flame
41 Rouge Flame

My Review

Sisley Paris Phyto-Rouge Velvet in shade 10 Beige Nude
Sisley Paris Phyto-Rouge Velvet in shade 10 Beige Nude

I love the Phyto-Rouge range from Sisley Paris and this soft matte version is a gorgeous addition.

The Formula

This is a hydrating and long-wearing formula and each shade is intensely pigmented. The lipstick has a lightweight feel and it feels super comfortable on the lips. Lots of matte formulas tend to be a touch drying, but I have to say, this is potentially one of the most comfortable mattes I’ve worn. You get that modern, diffused velvet finish without any dryness.

The Packaging

Sisley Paris Phyto-Rouge Velvet packaging
Sisley Paris Phyto-Rouge Velvet packaging

As you’d expect from Sisley, the packaging is really luxurious. The lipstick comes in a stunning gold and zebra-print case which is super so chic, and it has a lovely magnetic closure, which always makes me happy. It’s one of those lipsticks you’ll be proud to pull out of your handbag. Plus, like many of Sisley’s lipsticks, Phyto-Rouge Velvet is refillable.

The Shades

Sisley Paris Phyto-Rouge Velvet Lipstick comes in 12 shades. I love the three I have, and the full range includes some gorgeous nudes, bright pinks, oranges and reds. There’s something for everyone here. As a nude lover, shade 10 Beige Nude is my favourite.

Performance

I have been wearing 10 Beige Nude and it stays in place really well. It does fade slightly after eating, but it wears down evenly, leaving a soft, stained effect. There’s no flaking or dryness and my lips stay feeling really comfortable.

If you prefer a shiny lip look, check out my review of Sisley Phyto-Rouge Shine Refillable Lipstick, they are excellent.

Where to buy it

Sisley Paris Phyto-Rouge Velvet Lipstick is £49 and available now via the links below:

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MERIT Beauty Signature Lip Liner Review & Swatches

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MERIT Beauty Signature Lip Liner Review & Swatches

I do love a launch from MERIT and lip liners are a bit of a new obsession for me, so I was excited to try the MERIT Beauty Signature Lip Liner. Here’s everything you need to know with photos and swatches.

What is MERIT Beauty Signature Lip Liner?

MERIT Beauty Signature Lip Liner
MERIT Beauty Signature Lip Liner
  • Hydrating, buildable lip pencil
  • Designed to creating soft definition
  • Can be applied as a sheer all-over colour
  • Lightweight gel formula glides on smoothly without tugging or crumbling
  • Balm-like finish keeps lips soft and comfortable
  • Provides sheer, buildable color with a natural satin finish.
  • Features a retractable tip and built-in sharpener for more precise application
  • Hydrating jojoba complex

Shades and Swatches

There are 8 shades in the collection:

  • Beverly Hills – soft peach pink
  • Bespoke – pink brown
  • Coupe – cool pink
  • Sportif – warm peach brown
  • Mayfair – cool mauve
  • Tabac – neutral brown
  • Brownstone – warm brown
  • Capricorn – rich brown

I have three of the shades to show you – Beverly Hills, Bespoke and Coupe:

MERIT Beauty Signature Lip Liner Swatches
MERIT Beauty Signature Lip Liner Swatches

My Review

MERIT Beauty Signature Lip Liner - Beverly Hills, Bespoke and Coupe
MERIT Beauty Signature Lip Liner – Beverly Hills, Bespoke and Coupe

As you would expect from MERIT, these liner are really good. I love the packaging. I love that there’s a twist up mechanism PLUS a sharpener, and I love how easy they are to use.

MERIT Beauty Signature Lip Liner packaging
MERIT Beauty Signature Lip Liner packaging

Application and Formula

MERIT are all about the minimalist approach and this liner definitely embodies that. As the name would suggest, the pigmentation is sheer, so it’s pretty hard to go wrong with it. The rounded tip is a departure from traditional lip liners, and it means you can’t create any harsh line. It’s all about a more forgiving application process.​

The liner has a lovely glidey texture. Colour pay off is sheer and so you can build it up to create the look you want. I recommend that you ensure your lips are clean of any product that’s too emollient, or you may struggle to build up any colour.

The formula feels nice and hydrating and you can use it over the whole lip area if you wish and it stays feeling really comfortable.

Shade Range

MERIT offers eight neutral shades, catering to a variety of skin tones and preferences. The three shades I have – Beverly Hills, Bespoke and Coupe – are all really easy to wear, making it pretty hard to pick a favourite.

If you’re after a product that enhances your lips without the fuss, this might just become your new go-to. And of course they pair beautifully with the MERIT lip gloss. For more info on those, read MERIT Beauty Shade Slick Tinted Lip Oil UK Review & Swatches.

Where to buy it

MERIT Beauty Signature Lip Liner is £21 and available now via the links below:

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