LIPSTICK REVIEWS SERIES: Clinique Pop Lip Colour + Primer

Hey guys,

It's been ages since the last time I posted. Since my last semester was insanely busy, I barely have time to write blog and share all my beauty stuffs with you guys. But I'm so glad it's over now, and here come the best time of the year S-U-M-M-E-R !!

So today I'm going to share with you my thoughts about the new lipstick line from CLINIQUE which is the CLINIQUE Pop Lip Colour + Primer. There are 16 shades in this collection and they are all simply beautiful. As usual, Clinique's products are 100% fragrance free and allergy tested. They're quite affordable as far as higher end lipsticks go, at $18/piece from Sephora and 490.000 VND in stores, Vietnam.

I have to say that I fell in love with the packaging as soon as I spotted it in store. The packaging is so cute and it's quite functional too. The cap boasts a chrome-like finish that I find it very convenient for on-the-go touchups because it acts as a tiny mirror (anyway, I still have a compact mirror in my makeup bag all the time, but you know just in case). 

And here’s my experience. The first time I tried, I applied it right from the lipstick. The lipstick goes on smoothly and applies evenly and opaque, I’d have to say. The formula is very creamy and quite hydrating, even after they dry down to a satin finish. However, it does dry my lips a bit, I have to touch up some lip balm during the day. The color is so pigmented. For reference, this shade is 06 Poppy Pop, which is a fun, bright orangey red color. I really like the semi-matte finish which makes the color pop even more. I find this lipstick is very long-lasting that I don’t need to retouch as much unless I'm out the whole day.

I'm not sure about the all-in-one aspect of this lipstick, with its claims of having a built-in primer. I don't really notice much difference in how long these wear or how smoothing they are compared to other creamy satin lipsticks. I always use lip balm as a base anyway.

As far as I’m concerned, I can’t wait to pick up and try more shades from this line. Nude Pop, Melon Pop and Passion Pop are on my radar.

Have you tried the new Clinique Pop Lip Colour & Primer? Let me know your thoughts in the comment below.

Love yourself more and always be beautiful.

& Have fun with makeup!

                    

Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored blog. I only recommend products I use and I personally think are good having tried them on myself, so I can’t guarantee that all of those products I recommended will suit you. I suggest you test products out on yourself before purchasing.

Everyday Makeup Look

Hello gorgeous!

Behold, ladies! This blog post is different from any others!

It’s all about my everyday makeup routine. This makeup look would be great for school or work, maybe a casual day hanging out! Well, actually, it’s not that I do all of these steps on my everyday makeup, when I’m running late – most of the time – I skip some. Anyway, this is the first time I’ve ever filmed a makeup tutorial video, if there are mistakes – a lot I think, please let it pass unnoticed, or you can leave a comment telling me what you think, I would be so thankful for it!

#1 – MOISTURIZER

CLINIQUE
Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+ For Combination Oily to Oily Skin  

First thing first, make sure your skin is moisturized and hydrated. If you do the everyday makeup routine right after your cleansing step, don’t forget to apply you favorite toner, which is also keep your skin hydrated.

#2 – SUNCREEN

Shiseido
Ultimate Sun Protection Lotion+ Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ For Face/Body

My favorite sunscreen, which I mentioned a lot in previous posts, is the Sun Protection Lotion+ from Shiseido. What I love about this sunscreen is that it’s lightweight, hydrated, and very easy to blend in. I have oily, acne-prone, and sensitive skin, but this didn’t break me out, so don’t worry.

#3 – PRIMER

Benefit Cosmetics
The POREfessional

You can read the full review on this here.

#4 – POWDER FOUNDATION

Shiseido
Sheer Matifying Compact SPF 22 - I20

For everyday makeup look, don’t go for the medium – full coverage foundation that may make your makeup looks so heavy and cakey. This powder foundation from Shiseido, by all means, is great for all makeup look because the coverage is buildable, just swipe a thin layer all over your face and you’re good to go. I have oily skin so the matte finish of this compact looks good on me. One more thing, the packaging makes it so easy to retouch. But one minus for Shiseido, they have the case and the powder foundation sold separately. If you buy it for the first time, you’ll need to buy them both, which I think kind of annoying!

#5 – EYE BROWS

Lancôme
Color Design Sensational Effects Eye Shadow
Color Design 5 Shadow & Liner Palette

When your brow is off, the whole makeup is off! So eye brows is essential, unless your eyebrows is perfect, like Cara Delevingne. For the natural, everyday makeup look, I choose a matte brown powder to fill in my brows. Just in case you wonder, the eye shadow palette in the video is in the gift set I bought long ago, so I will link another one which is kind of similar above.

#6 – MASCARA

Shu Uemura
Eyelash Curler

L'oreal
Voluminous Butterfly Waterproof Mascara - Blackest Black

The eyelash curler from Shu is just perfect! You may think it’s expensive, actually it is, but I’m sure it would totally worth every penny. They also give you 1 extra eyelash curler pad along with your purchasing. I bought it once and have been using it all the time. Just my opinion, makeup tools like brushes or eyelash curler are something you need to buy the good quality one, ‘cause you gonna use them all the time and apparently you wouldn’t want replace them too often.

There are like tons of mascaras on the market, but the Voluminous Butterfly from L’oreal is the one you really should try! Why? Because it’s drugstore product, affordable price, long-lasting, and a lot more. You can read the full review on this here.

#7 – BLUSH

Lancôme
BLUSH SUBTIL Delicate Oil-Free Powder Blush - Rose Romantique
BLUSH SUBTIL Delicate Oil-Free Powder Blush - Cedar Rose (alternative) 

#8 – TINTED LIP BALM

Benefit Cosmetics
Hydrating Tinted Lip Balm – Benebalm

I have a huge crush on tinted lip balm. It’s like lipstick and lip balm both in one!
You can read the full review on this here.

#9 – LIPSTICK

Dior
Dior Addict Extreme Lipstick - Cherie Bow 356  

Love yourself more and always be beautiful.

& Have fun with makeup!

                                 xoxo

Vy Le Nguyen

Disclaimer: This is not a sponsored blog. I only recommend products I use and I personally think are good having tried them on myself, so I can’t guarantee that all of those products I recommended will suit you. I suggest you test products out on yourself before purchasing.