New Shades of Rimmel Moisture Renew Lipstick: Piccadilly Pink and As You Want Victoria

Any new offering from Rimmel gets me excited. I love the brand and I love all things British! Needless to say that when I saw the display for a few new shades of Rimmel's Moisture Renew Lipstick for summer, I had to pick some up to try. 

 I find the moisture renew formula to be pretty decent. I wouldn't say they are super moisturizing lipsticks, but they do not suck extra moisture from my lips. They tend to apply smoothly and last about 3 hours on me.  

 

The packaging on these almost screams 'drugstore makeup' with the holographic purple/blue case, but I can handle it for $5. I'm more interested in the color because wear time can always be increased with a good quality lip primer like Urban Decay's.

 

 

From the display I chose the gorgeous dusty pink aptly named "Piccadilly Pink" and a fuchsia/red named "As You Want Victoria".

If you know me at all, you know I am a sucker for names. I think the above example shows that.

 

 

Piccadilly Pink is the swatch on top and I love this shade. It is a nice neutral pink with rose gold shimmer and is simply stunning, but also wearable for everyday.

 

As You Want Victoria demands attention. The formula on this is a bit thicker, but it goes on much more opaque and is a pretty cool-toned bright pink with a hint of red.

 

 

I can see Piccadilly Pink becoming an everyday lipstick for me. It is so flattering and low-maintenance!

 

 

As You Want Victoria is much brighter, but very pretty and works well for a fun going-out lip or as a swap for your favorite red to mix it up a bit.

 

I loved this mini-collection and you can still find it at drugstores and Ulta's. They have some neutrals and a red, so hurry before they are all gone!

 

Panda Approved.

 

New Shades of Rimmel Moisture Renew Lipstick: Piccadilly Pink and As You Want Victoria

Any new offering from Rimmel gets me excited. I love the brand and I love all things British! Needless to say that when I saw the display for a few new shades of Rimmel's Moisture Renew Lipstick for summer, I had to pick some up to try.  

  I find the moisture renew formula to be pretty decent. I wouldn't say they are super moisturizing lipsticks, but they do not suck extra moisture from my lips. They tend to apply smoothly and last about 3 hours on me.  

 

The packaging on these almost screams 'drugstore makeup' with the holographic purple/blue case, but I can handle it for $5. I'm more interested in the color because wear time can always be increased with a good quality lip primer like Urban Decay's.

 

 

From the display I chose the gorgeous dusty pink aptly named "Piccadilly Pink" and a fuchsia/red named "As You Want Victoria".

If you know me at all, you know I am a sucker for names. I think the above example shows that.

 

 

Piccadilly Pink is the swatch on top and I love this shade. It is a nice neutral pink with rose gold shimmer and is simply stunning, but also wearable for everyday.

 

As You Want Victoria demands attention. The formula on this is a bit thicker, but it goes on much more opaque and is a pretty cool-toned bright pink with a hint of red.

 

 

I can see Piccadilly Pink becoming an everyday lipstick for me. It is so flattering and low-maintenance!

 

 

As You Want Victoria is much brighter, but very pretty and works well for a fun going-out lip or as a swap for your favorite red to mix it up a bit.

 

I loved this mini-collection and you can still find it at drugstores and Ulta's. They have some neutrals and a red, so hurry before they are all gone!

 

Panda Approved.

 

Josie Maran Coconut Watercolor Cheek Gelée in Paradise Poppy: Swatches and Review

Hi Pandas! I have a product I picked up on my trip to Maui that I could not love more even if I tried! Josie Maran's Coconut Cheek Gelées are getting rave reviews everywhere, and I had to see about the madness for myself! 

 I picked up the gorgeous coral pink color called Poppy Paradise ($22) even though it was so hard to decide between colors! 

 

According to Josie Maran's website, these Coconut Watercolor Cheek Gelées are 50% coconut water, have the amazing benefits of Argan oil, and are a hybrid cream/gel stain that can last up to 14 hours.

 

And yes, these definitely stain. Even if it is on your fingertip for .03 seconds, it will leave a stain, so there is power in this formula, which is great for those long days!

 

 

I think the color itself is incredible: so vibrant and juicy looking and I didn't want to even dip into it because it was so pretty! Now, let me tell you all the other amazing things about this cheek gelée. All natural ingredientsRecyclableParaben freeNo synthetic fragranceVeganGluten freeCruelty free Um, that is pretty amazing! Not only are you wearing a product that is great for your skin, but it healthy for the environment as well and I totally support that. Go Josie! 

 Here is the tiniest amount of product (this will last you a lifetime) on the back of my hand. The color is a warm pink with a hint of coral and I love it. This is also really easy to blend because of the high coconut water content.  

 On cheeks it gives the most natural flush of color. I know what I will be wearing the rest of the summer! Panda Approved Have you tried these amazing pots of joy? Do tell!