I randomly ended up at a MAC counter today (as you do!) and bought a Cremesheen Lipstick in Shy Girl. I have been having a brief love affair with nude lips at the moment, and this was just perfect for the look I was after. Buying nude lipsticks can be quite daunting because I've tried so many in the past which have just completely washed me out and made me look like a member of the undead. Not a good look! But Shy Girl seems to be just the right tone of nude for me and because it's quite neutral to start with, I can see it also suiting a range of skintones.
The formula is a bit 'meh' though. Although it's a cremesheen, it's definitely one of the more drying lipsticks that I have tried in the cremesheen family. It's not terribly drying or anything like that, but it will cling to any dry parts on your lips, and I found that I had to use a lot of lip balm underneath to get an even and smooth application. Despite this, I really do love this lipstick and I'm more than happy with the final look it gives.
What are your favourite nude lipsticks?
I love shygirl! I've gone through 3 :) great post Hun x
ReplyDeleteThanks :) I think I'll definitely repurchase this if I ever use it all up :) x
DeleteThat's a beautiful colour on you :) xxx
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DeleteThis lipstick looks really nice on you!
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Deleteooh this is gorgeous x
ReplyDeleteit is, a great nude :) x
Deletelooks great on you!
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DeleteThis is lovely - very neutral - perfect for everyday wear!! x
ReplyDeleteit is perfect for that! x
DeleteI dont have a fave nude lippy, I find most make me look ill but Shy Girl looks so lovely <£
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I had the same problem and it was one of the reasons I never bothered with the nude lips look for ages, just couldn't find one that was right for me. Would definitely give Shy Girl a go! x
DeleteIt looks amazing on you:}I think i will be ready to ship monday!!!:))
ReplyDeletethanks hun! I am SO EXCITED! :D xxx
DeleteWow! I'm in love with this colour. Mac nudes are my favourite - I adore Creme Cup but I think this could top my love for that!
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I love the colour of Creme Cup but I'm not always sure that it suits me when I wear it :( Shy Girl is a lot more neutral than Creme Cup so I think it works better for me :) xx
DeleteIt's a shame that it's drying because it's such a beautiful colour! Lovely review x
ReplyDeleteYeah I do wish it was more hydrating on the lips, though it seems to be fine if you use LOTS of lip balm underneath xx
DeleteIt looks beautiful on you Evelyn!! Just so pretty! It's a great nude lip for you!
ReplyDeletethanks Tracy! :) x
DeleteFantastic lipstick, looks great on you! :D
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thanks Jelena! :) x
DeleteSuch a pretty shade on you - it really does look like the perfect nude :) I can see what you mean that the formula isn't 100% moisturising and kind to dry lips, but it doesn't seem too drying and at least the colour is beautiful and extremely wearable and flattering for a nude.
ReplyDeleteThanks :) Yeah, I can live with the slightly drying effect (which isn't too bad really as long as you have lots of lip balm on underneath!), for the colour payoff :)
DeleteThat is a gorgeous shade! I'm looking for a nude colour may have to invest!
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I'd certainly recommend it, seems to look really good on a lot of people :)
DeleteThanks so much, will check it out! xxx
So pretty! my fave nude lippie is MAC Brave:)
ReplyDeleteOoo I've always like the look of Brave, might have to try that out :)
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