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Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm Review & Swatches – New Cafe Collection 2024

May 30, 2024 - 11:15 am | May 30, 2024 lips, makeup

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Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm Review & Swatches - New Cafe Collection 2024

I really like the Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm collection, so I was super excited to learn that they have launched new shades with the Cafe Collection. I have all the shades here to show you, including the original line up, with photos and swatches.

What is Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm?

Hydrating lip balm
Gives the lips a lacquer-like shine
Infused with natural vanilla flavour for a subtle scent
Uses phyto-derived esters, shea, cupuacu butter and plant squalane
Designed to give the lips a glowy finish
Free from synthetic fragrance, parabens or gluten
Can also be used as an overnight lip mask
Available in clear and tinted shades

New Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm Cafe Collection Shades and Swatches

There are four new shades of lip balm in the Naturium Cafe collection:

Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm Cafe Collection 2024

Mocha – dark chocolate brown
Spice – warm gingerbread
Chai – neutral light brown
Latte – muted dusty rose

Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm Cafe Collection Swatches

Cafe Collection Lip Swatches

Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm Mocha Swatch — Mocha

Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm Spice Swatch — Spice

Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm Chai Swatch — Chai

Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm Latte Swatch — Latte

You can actually buy the Cafe Collection in duos. You can buy Cafe Collection Edition 1 Duo which contains Chai and Latte.

Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm Cafe Collection Edition 1 Duo — Cafe Collection Edition 1 Duo

There’s also the Cafe Collection Edition 2 Duo which contains Mocha and Spice.

Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm Cafe Collection Edition 2 Duo — Cafe Collection Edition 2 Duo

I have to be honest though, I am not really sure what the point of the bundle are, because there’s not the value saving I was expecting.

Phyto-Glow Lip Balm Original Shades & Swatches

There is a clear lip balm and then four tinted balms in the original collection including:

Jam
Lychee
Camellia
Petal

Original Collection Swatches

Here are those swatches – Jam, Lychee, Camellia, Petal:

Original Collection Lip Swatches

Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm Swatch Jam — Jam

Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm Swatches Lychee — Lychee

Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm Swatch - Camellia — Camellia

Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm Swatch Petal — Petal

My Review

I love a juicy, glossy lip and these Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balms absolutely deliver on that front. They feel super nourishing and give the lips a lovely intense and volumising shine.

The shiny finish is nice and long lasting, as is the feeling of moisturisation and hydration. All the shades are super pretty and give the lips a soft hit of juicy colour. Every one is super wearable and it’s pretty hard to choose a favourite.

Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm applicator — Lip Balm applicator

The applicator is lovely and it’s great for quickly spreading product over the lip and placing it where you want it.

I love the new shades in the Cafe Collection. Predictably, the pinkish Latte shade is my favourite, and I think it’s so pretty.

It’s an affordable price point at £12 too. I think they are great.

Where to buy the Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balm in the UK

The lip balms are £12 each and the Cafe Collection just launched at Space NK in the UK.

If you want to check out some other lip balms, I have a great round up of all my favourites. Read, Best Lip Balms for Dry Lips for 2024.

ILIA Lip Sketch Hydrating Crayon Review & Swatches

May 28, 2024 - 10:43 am | May 28, 2024 lips, makeup

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ILIA Lip Sketch Hydrating Crayon Review & Swatches

I love a lip crayon so I was really excited to test out the new ILIA Lip Sketch Hydrating Crayon. I have photos and swatches for you right here.

What is ILIA Lip Sketch Hydrating Crayon?

Weightless lip crayon
Comfort of a lipstick with the precision of a lip liner
Glides on to the lips smoothly
Delivers rich, long-lasting color
Soft-matte finish.
Enriched with hyaluronic acid and marine plant extracts
Clinically shown to hydrate, visibly plump, smooth, and strengthen the skin barrier
Available in 12 shades

Key Ingredients

Sea Succulent – boosts hydration & helps replenish the skin barrier over time

Hyaluronic Acid – to hydrate, smooth & plump for fuller-looking lips

Seaweed Extract – to visibly improve definition & volume

Rosehip Oil – to help to nourish & soften lips

ILIA Lip Sketch Hydrating Crayon Shades & Swatches

There are 12 shades in the collection to choose from:

Banquette – beige pink
Pampas – soft peach
Pink Door – soft pink
Earthen – terracotta brown
Genre – mauve brown
Rhyme – cool mauve
Gala – brick rose
Kiln – rich berry
Night Bloom – deep magenta
Blue Note – cool cherry red
Case Study – classic red
Piazza – poppy red

Lip Swatches

I have six of the shades to show you – Banquette, Genre, Rhyme, Kiln, Blue Note, Piazza.

ILIA Lip Sketch Crayon in Banquette — Banquette

ILIA Lip Sketch Crayon in Blue Note — Blue Note

ILIA Lip Sketch Crayon in Piazza — Piazza

How to Use It

These lip pencils are pretty easy to use. If you want a sharp line, it’s best to keep it quite sharpened. The brand suggest using the ILIA Large Sharpener* to get a precise point. You could have a play and see if any of your current sharpeners work, but these are larger than regular liners, so you may need the ILIA one.

You just need to line the lips first and then colour inside the lines for all over coverage.

My Review of ILIA Lip Sketch

I think these are really lovely lip pencils and all the shades I have are fantastic. I love how easily the colour glides onto my lips. It has a lovely emollient texture that doesn’t tug at the skin at all.

It feels like a pretty hydrating lipstick but in a pencil form. The colour payoff is really impressive, and it takes a matter of seconds to get a full lip look. The formula feels more hydrating than a typical lip crayon or lip liner and it is super comfortable.

It stays feeling emollient on the lips and didn’t dry them out at all, as promised. One of the claims is plumping, which I have to say I didn’t notice, but the formula does leave lips looking smooth and hydrated. I really like the soft matte finish too.

In terms of precision, you will need to keep the pencils sharpened if you want a very precise line. This will be more important with the deeper colours, as you will see with the Blue Note lip swatch, where I could have done a sharper job on the lip line.

One of the downsides is that you will most likely need the brand’s sharpener, the Large Sharpener*, which is a bit of a pain but it’s not too expensive. The other thing to note is to make sure you put the cap back on firmly. I was a bit slap dash and found that the lids slid off a couple. You just need to really push them on – better safe than sorry!!

The wear time of the ILIA Lip Sketch is good. They are not all day wear, but it’s definitely a good few hours before you need to reapply. They are also great under a gloss if you want a more moisturised and shiny look and feel.

I love the shade Piazza which is a beautiful, super vibrant red. Also Genre is my other favourite. It is the perfect 90s nude. Absolutely love it.

If you like a lip crayon, check out the NARS ones which are also fab – read: NARS Powermatte High-Intensity Lip Pencil Review & Swatches. The NARS ones have a slightly waxier, firmer texture than the ILIA Lip Crayons, and they are also slightly more affordable at £24.

Where to buy ILIA Lip Sketch Hydrating Crayon

The new lip pencils are available now for £26 / $26 via the following links:

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How To Get The 70s Makeup/Hairstyle Look: Jennifer Lawrence From American Hustle – Smoky Gray Eyes, Sculpted Cheekbones, Red Lips, Loose Waves,…

September 4, 2019 - 6:14 am | June 6, 2018 american, curls, eyes, from, get, hairstyle, How, Jennifer, Lawrence, lips, look, Loose, make-up, makeup, Red, Sculpted, The, To, waves

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We’re surely not the only ones crushing on Jennifer Lawrence! And during tonight’s 71st Annual Golden Globe Awards, we loved her short pixie cut and berry lips on the red carpet. But, we just can’t get over her ’70s-inspired look for her part in American Hustle (which she won the Best Supporting Actress in a […]

7 Ways to Look Younger Using Just Makeup!

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We all want to look our best, and by our “best” we usually mean younger. There are a lot of ways to help slow down the aging process. Eating lots of fruits and vegetables, using sunscreen to help block harmful UV rays, and drinking a lot of water are just a few. Getting the right amount of exercise also helps slow down the aging process.

Some women have the idea that the more makeup they apply the better they will look. But the truth is, using too much makeup can settle into fine lines and wrinkles that we acquire as we get older. This makes them stand out instead of covering them up. However, with the right tricks, turning back the clock can be as easy as opening your makeup bag.

1. Skip the Powder

As we age, we tend to lose the natural glow of our skin. You would think that powder, being lightweight and non-greasy would mean it’s a necessity but that’s not always the case. Powder can easily embed itself into the fine lines and wrinkles on your face, especially around your eyes and that will only exaggerate them. Also, adding powder to the skin can make it look cakey or dull. Instead, opt for a foundation that is lightweight or a tinted moisturizer. This will help even out your skin tone without making it feel greasy and allow your skin to shine through.

My top pick: NARS Sheer Glow Foundation (Amazon) (eBay) (Sephora) (Nordstrom)

2. Apply a Creamy Pink Blush

Just like face powder, a powder blush can set into the fine lines and wrinkles that occur over time. It can also make your skin appear dull. Opting for a cream blush adds a glow to your cheeks without overdoing it. Make sure you pick the right shade for your skin tone no matter if you have light, medium, or dark skin. Using a pink color will add a nice flush to your cheeks that will give them a more youthful appearance. Just remember to use clean fingers when patting the cream blush to your cheeks to avoid getting any germs into your pores

My top pick: NYX Cream Blush in Boho Chic (Makeup Geek Store)

3. Curl your Lashes

Curling your lashes immediately makes the eye pop. With time, the eyelid begins to droop and eyelashes begin to flatten. You need to give the appearance of everything being pulled up. Curling your lashes gives the appearance of your eyes being more open and wide therefore looking more youthful. Remember to apply a couple coats of mascara, but even if you don’t make sure you curl those lashes.

My top pick: Shu Uemura Lash Curler (Amazon) (eBay)

Also: Tarte Picture Perfect Eyelash Curler (Amazon) (eBay)

4. Wear Plumping Lipgloss

Thinning lips is another sign of aging. Although you can’t turn back the clock and make your lips full like they once were, you can help give the effect of fuller more supple lips by using a plumping lipgloss. This will also help your lips feel fuller and appear thicker than normal. You will know when you have a good plumping lipgloss by the slight tingle on your lips. This lets you know it is working. You should however, avoid using dark colors as this will give your lips a shadow effect and actually make them appear smaller.

My top pick: Bare Escentuals Buxom Lipgloss in Bambi (Amazon) (eBay)

Also: NYX Plump It Up Lip Plumper (Amazon) (eBay)

5. Conceal your Dark Circles

Whether it’s from lack of sleep, heredity, or age, having dark circles under your eyes will make you appear older than you actually are. Dark circles actually make your face look as if it is being drawn downward. The trick to correctly concealing them is not to use your normal concealer. Use a concealer that is peach or salmon color as this will help to counteract the blue color that most under circles tend to be. To add some brightness under the eye and make them appear more youthful, gently pat on a concealer over the corrector. Use one shade lighter than your natural skin color. This will give automatically give a more youthful appearance to the eyes.

My top pick: Bobbi Brown Corrector in Peach (Amazon) (eBay) (Sephora) (Nordstrom)

Also: Makeup Forever Concealer Palette (Amazon) (eBay) (Sephora)

6. Wing Your Liner

Just like curling your eyelashes, winging out your liner can give an instant lift to your eyes. As we age, our eyes begin to somewhat droop. By winging out your liner you are instantly giving your eyes the appearance that they are being pulled upward. Many women find that creating a winged eye is hard to do. The reality of it is having the proper tools and making sure to use a gel liner. Use an angled eyeliner brush like the Makeup Geek Bent Liner Brush which sells for $3.79 USD. If you are uncertain how to use one of these brushes or how to achieve that cat eye, or winged liner effect, check out our video “How To: Use An Angled Liner Brush“.

My top picks: Makeup Geek Gel Liner in “Immortal” and Makeup Geek Bent Liner Brush

Also: Bobbi Brown Gel Liner in “Black” (Amazon) (eBay) (Nordstrom)

NYFW Best Makeup Trends, Spring/Summer 2014: Dewy Skin, Coral/Pink Lips, Colorful Eyes

August 8, 2018 - 5:48 am | June 6, 2018 Best, classic, conservative, eyes, Glam, lips, make-up, makeup, nyfw, Pink, Skin, Spring, summer, trends, Trendy

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NYFW proved that fresh, dewy skin and bright pops of color on the lips and eyes are what to expect for the Spring/Summer 2014 season. We couldn’t get over some of the amazing looks found at shows such as Jill Stuart, Lela Rose, Phillip Lim, Alexander Wang and more! A sheer wash of green eyeshadow […]

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