Showing posts with label waterproof. Show all posts
Showing posts with label waterproof. Show all posts

Friday, April 12, 2013

The Two Shades of Lip Liner Every Girl Needs

I am not a big lip liner person, granted I am younger and I usually never have a problem with lipstick feathering into fine lines yet. However, I have started to become mesmerized by what else a lip liner can do.
 
Lip liners not only keep lipstick from feathering, but they make it last longer, can add depth to any color, or can be worn alone with gloss. And no, it does not have to be a harsh, 90's line. I may have still been a child then, but I do remember some makeup no-nos. I mean, even my Barbies had it...
 
 
So let's talk about the two liners every girl needs. A good nude and a good red. Think about it, a nude can go under everything and a red is essential for making that red lip (which is flattering on everyone in the right shade) last and last.
 
Of course, other colors are fun, but if you only have the cash for a few...check out the very affordable Retractable Lip Liners by NYX. They are waterproof, come in a variety of colors, and will run you about $4.
 
 
These are creamy and do not pull or tug on the lips during application. They are also opaque enough in one swipe to provide a great, long-lasting base for any lip product.
 
 
The nude is called well, Nude! And the red...you guessed it...Red!
 I prefer a nude that has some pink undertones and is a bit darker, because my lips have a lot of natural pigment that I want to only slightly tone down, not make into concealer lips.
The red is a very true red and will go great under any red lipstick or gloss.
 
Overall, both of these liners are Panda Approved.
 
What colors are in your lip liner wardrobe? Or are you still a little shy to try liner?
 
 
 
 
 

The Two Shades of Lip Liner Every Girl Needs

I am not a big lip liner person, granted I am younger and I usually never have a problem with lipstick feathering into fine lines yet. However, I have started to become mesmerized by what else a lip liner can do.
 
Lip liners not only keep lipstick from feathering, but they make it last longer, can add depth to any color, or can be worn alone with gloss. And no, it does not have to be a harsh, 90's line. I may have still been a child then, but I do remember some makeup no-nos. I mean, even my Barbies had it...
 
 
So let's talk about the two liners every girl needs. A good nude and a good red. Think about it, a nude can go under everything and a red is essential for making that red lip (which is flattering on everyone in the right shade) last and last.
 
Of course, other colors are fun, but if you only have the cash for a few...check out the very affordable Retractable Lip Liners by NYX. They are waterproof, come in a variety of colors, and will run you about $4.
 
 
These are creamy and do not pull or tug on the lips during application. They are also opaque enough in one swipe to provide a great, long-lasting base for any lip product.
 
 
The nude is called well, Nude! And the red...you guessed it...Red!
 I prefer a nude that has some pink undertones and is a bit darker, because my lips have a lot of natural pigment that I want to only slightly tone down, not make into concealer lips.
The red is a very true red and will go great under any red lipstick or gloss.
 
Overall, both of these liners are Panda Approved.
 
What colors are in your lip liner wardrobe? Or are you still a little shy to try liner?
 
 
 
 
 

Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Milani Eye Tech Extreme

Okay, so if you haven't already figured it out, I am kinda obsessed with black liner.

So when I heard about "Milani Eye Tech Extreme", guess who had to get her hands on it?


This color is "01 Blackest Black" because it has to be super black right? Right?


It claims to be waterproof, long-wearing, to not feather, and to be opaque. So how did it test for PrettyPanda?


This is a liquid felt tip liner. It is so thin and gives such a precise line-- as you can see above. It is really waterproof and lasted about 9 ish hours on my lids. That is a whole "being out and about and working" day for me. The above swatch is one stroke. The only claim it doesn't live up to is the feathering. It doesn't feather on my eye but it does on my hand. But you aren't really going to use this on your hands...


I really love the tip. It is precise but flexible. Not stuff and pokey. And for my followers that can't handle parabens, this baby is paraben free!


The packaging is pretty standard, thin and black with gold writing. Classy, and easy to handle. It feels like a pen in your hand.


This also sets really quickly and doesn't lose this pretty glossy finish. This retails for $7.

Final Thoughts: Strong contender for the ultimate black liquid liner. Milani, you did good with this one!

Price: 9/10
Staying Power: 10/10
Packaging: 9/10
Color/Wearability: 10/10
Quality/Branding: 10/10

Total: 48/50 = A = Pandamonium!!

I love this liner, and it has made it's way into my rotation. Do you like it too?

xox PrettyPanda

Milani Eye Tech Extreme

Okay, so if you haven't already figured it out, I am kinda obsessed with black liner.

So when I heard about "Milani Eye Tech Extreme", guess who had to get her hands on it?


This color is "01 Blackest Black" because it has to be super black right? Right?


It claims to be waterproof, long-wearing, to not feather, and to be opaque. So how did it test for PrettyPanda?


This is a liquid felt tip liner. It is so thin and gives such a precise line-- as you can see above. It is really waterproof and lasted about 9 ish hours on my lids. That is a whole "being out and about and working" day for me. The above swatch is one stroke. The only claim it doesn't live up to is the feathering. It doesn't feather on my eye but it does on my hand. But you aren't really going to use this on your hands...


I really love the tip. It is precise but flexible. Not stuff and pokey. And for my followers that can't handle parabens, this baby is paraben free!


The packaging is pretty standard, thin and black with gold writing. Classy, and easy to handle. It feels like a pen in your hand.


This also sets really quickly and doesn't lose this pretty glossy finish. This retails for $7.

Final Thoughts: Strong contender for the ultimate black liquid liner. Milani, you did good with this one!

Price: 9/10
Staying Power: 10/10
Packaging: 9/10
Color/Wearability: 10/10
Quality/Branding: 10/10

Total: 48/50 = A = Pandamonium!!

I love this liner, and it has made it's way into my rotation. Do you like it too?

xox PrettyPanda