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I’ve been using the Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Longwear Lip Pencils for a while, and so I thought it was time that I shared swatches of all the shades. They’re a genuinely impressive addition to any makeup collection. They are super luxurious, soft, and long-lasting, and they glide effortlessly on the lips and deliver a semi-matte finish that feels comfortable all day. Here’s everything you need to know.
The Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Lip Pencil is a long-wear, creamy lip liner designed to define, shape, and enhance your lips. It combines rich pigment with a silky texture that glides effortlessly, sets quickly to a semi-matte finish, and stays put for hours without drying out the lips.
It’s versatile enough to:
Essentially, it’s a luxurious, everyday lip liner that doesn’t compromise on comfort or wear, exactly the kind of product that makes your routine feel a little more polished without fuss.


I’m obsessed with how soft and buttery these glide on. There’s no chalky tug you sometimes get with lip liners. The formula is creamy enough to blend before setting, yet once it sets, it doesn’t budge. The finish is soft, smoother than a traditional lip liner but still pigmented like a proper contour liner should be.
These pencils are buttery yet structured enough to hold a sharp tip for precise application. They glide easily and build nicely for more intensity if you want it.
My one tip: keep a sharpener handy for clean, precise lines, it makes a noticeable difference with these creamy pencils.
The formula is where these pencils really stand out. They are soft and silky, making application effortless, but set quickly enough to prevent feathering. Unlike many long-wear liners, they don’t dry out the lips, and the colour remains true from morning coffee to evening plans.
How I Wear Them:
My favourite shade is Hayley because it makes such a gorgeous natural looking lip contour and pairs beautifully with my REESON Glossing Balm in Dewy Rose*.
The Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Lip Pencils are a lovely, reliable option for anyone looking for creamy, long-lasting liners that don’t dry out the lips. They’re versatile enough for everyday use and polished enough to complement a layered look with balm or lipstick. Hayley is my current obsession and I find that my lips look fuller and I generally just look more put together when I wear it. It has earned a permanent place in my makeup bag along with the Hildun sharpener.
Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Lip Pencils are £17 and available now via the link below:
Also, if you love a Kajal liner, you should definitely check out the ones from Hildun. See details of those in Hildun Beauty Silk to Set Kajal Liner Review & Swatches.
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The REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo is one of my favourite versatile glow products, and it’s just got even better! The original shade, Universal, has been renamed Golden Nude, and there’s a brand-new addition to the line: Champagne Nude. Both shades are designed to give a natural, lit-from-within radiance, whether you prefer a subtle everyday glow or a buildable highlight.
Golden Nude (formerly Universal) remains a warm, universally flattering shade that works beautifully across most skin tones. Its finely milled powder and creamy balm layer blend seamlessly for a radiant, soft-focus finish that doesn’t emphasise fine lines or texture.
The new Champagne Nude is slightly softer and more neutral, making it perfect for those who prefer a lighter, understated glow. Like Golden Nude, it combines a smooth, silky powder with a creamy, dewy balm, creating a glow that can be worn alone or layered over powder for extra luminosity.

This Highlighter Duo contains both a balm highlighter and a powder highlighter that can be used in a range of different ways to achieve your own custom glow:

SQUALANE – boosts hydration and prevents moisture loss
JOJOBA SEED OIL – provides antioxidant protection, and helps increase moisture levels
HYALURONIC FILLING SPHERES – for plumping and smoothing with long lasting hydration
SHEA BUTTER – rich in fatty acids to boost moisture levels, strengthen the skin barrier, and soothe inflammation
APRICOT KERNEL OIL – rich in nourishing fatty acids and antioxidants
SPHERICAL PARTICLES – to scatter the light and give a soft focus effect
MAGNESIUM STEARATE – oil absorbing agent to help balance skin and prevent skin becoming too shiny

Exciting update to the REESON Beauty Highlighter Duo! The original Universal shade has been renamed Golden Nude, and the line now also includes a brand-new shade: Champagne Nude.
Champagne Nude is a soft, neutral highlighter duo designed to deliver a natural, lit-from-within glow. The finely milled powder provides a smooth, soft-focus finish, while the creamy balm melts into the skin for a dewy, diffused radiance that works beautifully across light to medium skin tones. Layer over powder or use alone for a subtle everyday shimmer that doesn’t emphasise texture or fine lines.
Here’s a quick demo so you can see Champagne Nude in action:
I’ve embedded a quick YouTube Short below so you can see it in motion.
Compared to Golden Nude (formerly Universal), Champagne Nude is slightly softer and more neutral, making it ideal for a subtle, buildable glow. Whether you love a gentle everyday highlight or want something versatile for layering, Champagne Nude is a beautiful new addition to the duo.


The powder in the REESON Highlighter Duo feels like a liquid. It isn’t shimmery or sparkly, but more like a molten soft gold. The Balm is a beautiful moisturising formula that has a glow without a trace of shimmer.

Powder with Balm layered on top:

Balm with Powder layered on top:

Check out more images of it on the skin here at REESON Beauty.

This highlighter is so easy to use. You can use either the balm or the powder alone, or layer them for a custom finish.
I like to use the Powder first, and then apply the Balm on top to melt in the powder highlighter and give the skin a really diffused glow.
For a more amped up gleam, you can use the balm first and then set it with the powder highlighter. This is a higher shine finish but still super flattering and skin smoothing.
Finally, if you like, you can mix the balm and powder together and apply at once. Have a play.
Make sure you also check out the REESON Bronzing Balm.
Currently, the Bronzing Balm is available exclusively online at REESON Beauty. It is £38.