Autumn Lip Options no.1 : Love Liberty

The Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipsticks are the best Matte Lipsticks I have ever tried. You can read a gushing review on the beautiful summer shade Sexy Sienna here. However, as Autumn is upon us, it seemed like the perfect time to talk about my favourite fall shade, Love Liberty. 

Berry lips are so season appropriate and slipping into this colour palette is one of the only things that gets me excited for the colder months. 

 You might be able to see that these lipsticks have a square edge that is suppose to mimic the shape of a lip brush and thus negating the need to use one- I quite like this actually, at first I wasn't sure but when it comes to darker shades, precision is key. 

This lipstick is creamy, smooth and pigmented as hell. I just adore this colour and it will one hundred percent suit everyone, from the palest to the deepest skins. 

Once applied this lipstick has a very slight sheen to it but after a few hours of wear this does go down to a more classic matte.

I had about 3 coffees whilst wearing this and I didn't need to touch it up, it is so comfortable to wear I kept checking it because I still find it hard to believe that something that feels so slight on the lips can stay put, but it does.

I really love that this doesn't dry my lips out, ever after a full day of wear my lips feel the same.

Reapplication is a doddle as well as this never gets flakey or patchy like some mattes do, which I love because I spend 95% of my life eating so if I had to remove the whole thing and start again, I assure you I wouldn't wear it.

After a few hours when it is truly matte, it can show some texture in your lips, but not at all in a bad way, only I can notice when I get up close in the mirror as I like to be super critical when it comes to expensive items- but it doesn't feel drying and if I apply over it, the texture disappears.

In the picture above I am wearing Urban Decays Venom as a liner- it is a very good match, but any Berry liner will do. 

Bottom Line : This is one of my favourite Autumn shades from one of my favourite lipstick lines!

It's a lovely formula and a stunning colour.

What shades do you gravitate towards in these colder months?

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New Lipstick Love

Here we have Charlotte Tiburys Matte Revolution Lipstick in Sexy Sienna.

This is my third matte lipstick from CT, and a very welcome addition. The other two are dark and vampy, so I thought it was about time I picked up this coral summery shade as it's warming up in the UK.

CT describes this shade as a 'Golden Coral'. Its a warm, peachy/orange based coral and it's just effortless. The colour is by no means loud and it wont overwhelm your face. It looks fresh and girly paired with mascara and a pinky/coral cheek, but it looks modern and cool when worn with a wet look chocolate eye. 

When I look at the bullet, I think I can see some small flecks of gold- but trust me, that doesn't translate on the lips.

If you are looking to invest in a matte lipstick, please make it from this range.

They are so comfortable. This is in no way that heavy, Mac matte formula that really drains your lips of moisture.

It feels quite balm like when it goes on, it applies evenly and feels creamy, but it doesn't slide around. You can apply with reckless abandon but rest assured that it's not going to smear all over your face or end up on your teeth. It's also coffee proof. Which is another huge thumbs up from me.

I can wear this all day, top up if needed (they do have a good wear time) but its not like when you top up a matte where its gone all dry and crusty and by applying on top you're left with awkward flaking.

Nope. Its like applying a lip balm, over a lip balm.

Bottom Line: This is my favorite lipstick of the moment. A beautiful, warm, flattering colour, great wear time and it feels very comfortable. Don't get me wrong though, I love Mac mattes, but I feel they can be quite a commitment if you plan on wearing them for a full day, as by the end, I am desperate to bathe my lips in as much moisture as possible.

You just don't have to worry about that here.

There are 10 lipsticks in the range. 3 down, 7 to go.

Sexy Sienna costs £23, you can find it here

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Mini Charlotte Tilbury Haul and Sneak Peek....

Charlotte Tilbury HQ really have it down when it comes to wrapping up their goods.
Everything is burgundy and gold. I can't deal.

That aside,  I wanted to show you my new purchases.
Two items are new to the line, and one not so new.
I have coveted the Matte Lipstick in 'Sexy Sienna' for quite some time and I thought as the new 'Eyes to Mesmerise' have just been released, it was a good time for a little spending spree.

I will have swatches up in the next few days so check in if you're interested.
So far I have managed to abstain from playing with them until my camera has charged, but its been difficult.
I'm really hoping these creams are as pigmented and metallic as they promise to be.
I know CT had a hand in creating the Tom Ford make up line and everyone goes nuts for his cream shadows, so I'm hoping not to be disappointed here....

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