NYX Butter Lip Balm in Red Velvet: Review and Swatches

I had so much love for NYX's Butter Lip Gloss, that when I saw the Butter Lip Balms, I had to try one. 

 For right around $4, NYX Butter Lip Balm is their version of Maybelline's Baby Lips. You know how I love Babylips, so how did this stack up? 

 In general, more of the Butter Lip Balm shades seem to be more pigmented than the Babylips original range. There is a lovely sweet smell (strawberries) to this and it is very moisturizing. Lasted about 3 hours on me and left my lips in good shape. The packaging is cute too, with the color tube indicating the color inside. *However, there is no SPF in this, so that is a drawback* 

 With Red Velvet you get a sheer wash of pretty red, nothing too crazy. I think these are right on par with Babylips minus the SPF. The formula is a little bit thicker (if that makes sense), but in some ways they are a bit more moisturizing. I will have to try out a few more before I would say I would convert, but it is a good cheap thrill! And cruelty free too! 

NYX Butter Lip Balm in Red Velvet: Review and Swatches

I had so much love for NYX's Butter Lip Gloss, that when I saw the Butter Lip Balms, I had to try one.  

  For right around $4, NYX Butter Lip Balm is their version of Maybelline's Baby Lips. You know how I love Babylips, so how did this stack up?  

  In general, more of the Butter Lip Balm shades seem to be more pigmented than the Babylips original range. There is a lovely sweet smell (strawberries) to this and it is very moisturizing. Lasted about 3 hours on me and left my lips in good shape. The packaging is cute too, with the color tube indicating the color inside. *However, there is no SPF in this, so that is a drawback*  

  With Red Velvet you get a sheer wash of pretty red, nothing too crazy. I think these are right on par with Babylips minus the SPF. The formula is a little bit thicker (if that makes sense), but in some ways they are a bit more moisturizing. I will have to try out a few more before I would say I would convert, but it is a good cheap thrill! And cruelty free too!  

Cheap Thrill: Essence XXXL Shine Gel-Look Top Coat

Who doesn't love shiny and sparkly things? I swear I am a magpie sometimes. I have so much glitter!

 

So of course I want my nails and manicures to be as shiny as possible right? Right. Now read on.

 

I have become disillusioned with Seche, so I have been on the look out for a new top coat. This struck my fancy, and for $2, you can't beat it. It is a small bottle though, so I will be needing back ups.

 

This XXXL shine gel-look topcoat is amazing. It gives flawless shine for the duration of your manicure, prevents chips, and looks like a professional job. Don't let the "gel" fool you, it removes as easy as regular topcoat. I am in love!

 

Find this at Ulta or Ulta.com.

 

How do you like this cheap thrill of the day?

 

 

Cheap Thrill: Essence XXXL Shine Gel-Look Top Coat

Who doesn't love shiny and sparkly things? I swear I am a magpie sometimes. I have so much glitter!

 

So of course I want my nails and manicures to be as shiny as possible right? Right. Now read on.

 

I have become disillusioned with Seche, so I have been on the look out for a new top coat. This struck my fancy, and for $2, you can't beat it. It is a small bottle though, so I will be needing back ups.

 

This XXXL shine gel-look topcoat is amazing. It gives flawless shine for the duration of your manicure, prevents chips, and looks like a professional job. Don't let the "gel" fool you, it removes as easy as regular topcoat. I am in love!

 

Find this at Ulta or Ulta.com.

 

How do you like this cheap thrill of the day?