Colourpop Haul & Reviews!!

Colourpop which has largely influenced matte lip industry with their beautiful and inexpensive lip shades, released their new spring collection (limited edition) in three monochromatic phases in the month of March this year: 

Phase 1 Nectar

Phase 2 Pink

Phase 3 Sand

Each collection  features products in similar tones with an idea to create monochromatic looks. Each pack comes with a combination of 3 different lip shades i.e Ultra Matte Lip, Ultra Satin Lip and Ultra Glossy. If you have ever ordered anything from Colourpop before, you probably know how great their packaging is. Since this was my first time, I was pleasantly surprised at how subtly pretty it was. They also sent me a sweet hand written Card along with my products. 

When I saw their notification about the same on Instagram I couldn't stop myself and had to order one for myself. During their release they had free domestic shipping. Hence, I called my brother (Gopal Tumkur) who stays in USA and asked him to order Phase 1 but he was too generous to send me some more goodies along with this bundle. These are a lippie stix in shade Cami (their hot selling shade), an Ultra Matte liquid lipstick in Tulle and a Brow Colour in Bangin Brunette which is a perfect shade for Indian brows. And here it is - my Colourpop haul.💚💛

Product Description: 

1.Phase 1 Bundle-

It is one of their best selling lip-shades from Colourpop's Nectar Collection. It contains 3 lip shades:-

The Twirl - An Ultra Matte Pinkish Coral lip shade

Up Do - An Ultra Glossy Coral lip shade with a creme finish

Likely - An Ultra Satin Peachish Nude lip shade 
2.Lippie Stix - Cami
3.Ultra Matt Liquid Lipstick - Tulle
4.Brow Colour - Bangin Brunette

Ultra Matte is a thin light-weight formula that glides easily on to the lips leaving a very super intense colour with matte finish. Pigmentation is super good. It has a great lasting power so you don't need to re-apply after eating or drinking anything untill 6 hours and its completely kiss proof and doesnot transfer which is what I love the most. 

Ultra Glossy lip shade provides extreme shine like any other lipgloss and is slightly sticky but not tacky. The gloss glides very easily and leaving your lips looking healthier fuller and shining. This lip shade can make any one look fresh and bright but you need to reapply this in regular intervals as it does not stay as long as the Ultra Matte one. It does transfer hence is not kiss proof. 

Ultra Satin is a very comfortable bold lipstick with a satin finish. So if you suffer from dry lips then this can be an option for you. It contains emollient ingredients for added moisture, keeping lips looking fresh and super comfortable. the formula of this lip shade is very creamy. It has a miner transfer but is neither a matte nor too glossy. This one is also extremely long wearing but is not a kiss proof.

Overall, all these above mentioned three shades are suitable for any Indian Skin tone and they fall under Coral and Nude family. For smoother application one must exfoliate their lips. The only con I could find is that you cant buy a single shade from these bundles which forces you to buy the entire kit. And as always, their collection is limited to the season hence you need to buy untill their stocks lasts.

Price:

Each Lip Bundle retails for $15 which is cheaper than you would pay for them individually at $6.

Lippie Stix- Cami

Cami is a warm mauve ultra matte lipstick which is their hot selling lip shade with full coverage loaded  with natural ingredients like Shea butter, Mango, Avocado and Vitamin E. All these ingredients not only give a smooth finish to your lips but also moisturizes them.

It has great pigmentation and the texture of the lippie stix is super creamy but yet matte. It glides like a butter and is absolutely smooth and light weight on lips.

The formula held up fairly well to eating and for drinking/sipping a cup of coffee/tea. As the formula is very thin they slide or move away from your lips. They do fade out after 6 hours but once you retouch it then its back to place. For $5 it is a good deal. The lip shade has a light scent but not a discernible taste. Overall, it is a very satisfying and a great product. Packaging is amazing and very attractive. Mauve pink lovers will love this shade. It can go well on all skin tones and is a perfect shade for any occasion.

Ultra Matte Liquid lipstick - Tulle

Tulle is medium-dark dusky burgundy bold matte liquid lipstick. The formula is thin, light-weight and glides smoothly. It starts off glossy but then dries off quickly on its application hence its not possible to blend this shade with another shade. Pigmentation is super intense. Like the other shades, it is a very long lasting and 100% kiss proof. It is necessary to exfoliate your lips before applying this lipstick and for dry lips it would be advisable to apply a lip balm and dab it off with a tissue paper before applying this shade so that you don't face cracks or lines on your lips. This shade lasted fro about 8-9 hours on my lips without fading.

My tip while you apply these liquid lipsticks:

Start in the middle of the lip and work towards the edges. Keep your lips partially open untill it dries down completely. Apply applying with the applicator you can also use your fingers to dab the product or to press the product in your lips to get a more fuller look. Lining your lips with a lipliner before its application will enhance the look.

Brow Colour - Bangin Brunette

Colourpop offers 8 differed shades under their Brow Colour range and Bangin Brunette was my favourite pick from all these. A good brow can change the entire makeup look. 
Bangin Brunette is a warm toned brown brow colour. It is water resistant and all-day-wear cream gel formula in a pot and for its longevity, I would recommend tight closure of the pot so that the gel doesn't dry up easily. You would need an angled brush for a precise application. The colour payoff is opaque and rich so you really dont need much of a product.
A little goes a long way and I can do my entire brow with only dipping my brush into the pot once for each brow. I personally, line the bottom of my brow first, brush my brows with spoolie and then fill it up. The product is very creamy and glides very easily without any effort and stays smudge proof for good 8-10 hours untill I get it off with a make up remover. I have tried many brow products before but nothing has impressed me as much as this $6 one did. It gives my brow a very natural look. If you are thinking of buying a real good brow product, then I would definitely recommend this. You also get the same shade in a pencil form with a spoolie and that too for just $5.

My Views:

No matter what makeup mood you are in, you'll always have a formula to match by Colourpop. The best part of Coloupop products is that they are paraben free and sultfate free. So these shades will never damage you skin. 

I always wanted to own a few of their products since a very long time. Every youtuber was raving about their matte lip shades and it was a must buy for me as well. Cant thank my brother for buying these for me and sending them across his friend right before my birthday as my gift.

Great quality, affordable pricing and excellent range of products from Colourpop, to suit any Indian skin tone and for every occasion. A must try👍