Bright Pink Lipstick Love: NARS Schiap

This lipstick has caught my eye several times so at my recent Sephora shopping trip I decided I should just adopt it and give it a home.  :)

NARS Schiap is described as a semi matte shocking pink.  I would say that description is right on.  The semi matte finish is not drying and the pink is definitely a bright blue based pink.  A very similar color from the drugstore would be Milani's Rose Hip.  The big differences are the smell and finish.  Milani's Rose Hip has a very strong and noticeable candy like scent while NARS Schiap does not have a strong noticeable scent. If you get extremely close and take a big whiff you will not a light lemon scent but nothing you can smell once it's on. Rose Hip also has a noticeable shinier finish while again, Schiap is more on the matte side and a tinge brighter and more opaque.  However, when both lipsticks are on the lips there's not a huge noticeable difference other than the finish.

To compare a few other lipsticks to Schiap, MAC's Candy Yum Yum is a paler bright pink, Maybelline's Vivid Rose is more on the coral side.

The packaging is the regular matte, rubberized packaging (same as their blushes)

 Schiap in all it's beauty!

 An indoor swatch

 This is what it looks like in indoor lighting (one application)

 This is outdoor in natural lighting - it's actually a few shades brighter than this

 Overall because I love the finish as well as the intensity of the color I would say this lipstick is worth the price.  If you like a "semi" matte, non drying shocking pink without a strong scent this look no further - this is for you.  I absolutely love this pink and it is officially one of my favorites. I don't regret adopting this baby at all!

What are some of your favorite bright pinks?  Let me know, I love hearing from you!

Where to find:  NARS Cosmetics website and Sephora.com
Price: $26

Thanks for spending time with me today!

XX, P

One Of My Current Go To Eye Liners by MAC - Orpheus

A few weeks ago I was at the MAC counter browsing the new Tropical Taboo collection.  I came across the Kohl Power Eye Pencil in Orpheus, swatched it and knew right away that this had to me mine because of how unique it is.

The Kohl Power Eye Pencils from MAC are described as having intense color with fully opaque coverage with an intense smoked finish and duo chrome pearl.  I find that this color is normal and definitely buildable.  Orpheus is described by MAC as an intense black with gold pearl but I don't see the "intense" in the black.  It's not a straight black, brown, bronze or gold (to me) but rather a combination of all.  Don't be deceived with the outer color of the pencil. I saw gold and thought no way, but swatched is a different story. :)

The formulation is not super creamy which I prefer because I find that the creamier the liner, the easier it is to smudge and transfer to the inner and outer corners of my eyes which I don't care for.  I like the formulation of these liners but most of all I love the color of Orpheus.  If you're looking for that one great color that goes with anything - this is it friends. This color goes with any and every look without being too harsh.

If you're interested in this color, make sure you get to a MAC counter soon before they discontinue it or you can also order it online.  Here's a few pics for you!

Did you get to pick up this eye liner or do you know of a dupe?  Which eye liner do you love and find yourself reaching for often?  Let me know, I love hearing from you!

Where to find:  MAC counters or www.maccosmetics.com

Price:  $16.00

Thanks for spending time with me today!

XX, P