Sunday, January 9, 2011

Best of 2010 - Lips

I wasn't going to do this category but one of the readers of my blog left me a comment about wanting to see my favourite lipsticks/glosses, so I thought I would.  The original reason for not doing the lip category was because I'm usually just a lip balm kind of girl.  I have only really got back into gloss in the last few years & most of the lipsticks I own I bought in the last six months or so.  So I guess what I'm saying is by no means am I any authority on lips, not that I am in any other category, and these are just the things that work for me.  There will be a lot of pictures in this, just as fair warning!  I won't however be listing all the names but instead broke the pictures down a little so it's easier to see.  If you spy something you like that you want the name on, please let me know and I'll get it for you.  Oh, & the only lip balm type products in this are tinted balms.  I didn't include any of my regular non tinted lip balms here.  So this is it..the last 'Best of' 2010 post..I hope you like it!


Best of 2010 Lips

Um, yah...not much of a lipstick/lipgloss girl alright






Best Lip Liner 2010

Annabelle Lip Liner in 'Demure'
Hands down the BEST lip liner I've ever used.  This is the perfect nude color with a hint of pink.  It can be used all over the lip on it's own with a lip balm overtop, or as a regular liner.  Sorry I know Annabelle is Canadian but if you can find it...GET THIS.  They have a few other colours I like but Demure is the absolute best.  

Best Lipstick 2010

E.L.F. Runway Pink 
Gorgeous nude pink color that looks even better with pretty much any gloss over it!  The formula of these is so creamy smooth it's amazing. These are $5 people, I mean really how can you go wrong.   

Best Lipgloss 2010

Balmshell
 I just got Beach Patrol & it reminded me how much I love these.  The little mini ones are their top 5 colours & all you would ever need. So easy to throw in your purse or make-up bag.  Perfect moisturizing non sticky yet durable lip gloss with the most beautiful colors!  Larger lipgloss is $10-$20CAD or $24CAD for the mini set.  

Honorable Mention Lipgloss 2010

Revlon Peach Petal, ELF Candlelight, Milani Glitzy in Glitz & Glam
All of these are fairly opaque, the Peach Petal is a milky peach colour that looks beautiful over a nude lipstick.  The ELF and Milani are both kind of a nude pink (can you tell I like nudes & pinks) that are very wearable on their own.

Best Tinted Lipbalm 2010

Philosophy Kiss Me Red Lip Balm
I re-discovered this product this year & forgot how much I love it.  This gives you such a pretty flush of a pink berry colour on your lips.  It is also quite moisturizing as it contains vitamin E & almond oils.  There is a bit of a peppermint scent to it, but only very slight.  It has a slanted squeeze applicator so you don't have to use your finger to apply.  And bonus, it has an SPF 20.  Little more expensive at anywhere from $12-$18CAD but this goes a long way!  You can find it at Sephora or anywhere Philosophy is sold.

Okay everyone, that is it. These were my bests of 2010.  I have to say I know I complained a bit about the work involved in doing these 'Best Of' posts, but it was actually so much fun.  I'm kind of sad that it's over really.  I hope you have enjoyed it too and that maybe you found something new to try that you'll love as much as I do.  I appreciate all the great comments that you have been leaving & I now have some new things to try, based on all your recommendations.  So here's to 2011 and enjoying the things we love & finding new things to share!



22 comments:

  1. Woo woo! Nosy reader wanting to see your lippies collection, yup that would be me! :) Just LOVE this post! I even saved it on my mobile browser, along with your best eyeshadows post! :) You seem to be more into neutral, everyday wear colors, except that red Philosophy tinted lip balm there, which is awesome! I just LOVED seeing that BalmShell set there, and looks like you're with me! :D A wonderful surprise after a really stressful day! Thank you so much Tracy! :) xoxo

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  2. I love Balmshell glosses too! I would love to try out Beach Patrol, although I'm pretty sure its limited edition! Hopefully I can find one! :)

    Great post as always!!

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  3. Rizzie - Yes this one's for you ;0 I am so happy that you liked it and am really touched that it made your day. You just made mine with your comments!

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  4. Shaylee - Thanks so much! They have a great special on right now, where you get 3 glosses for $39.99, regular $20 each, and Beach Patrol is in the bundle called 'neutrals'. (http://www.balmshell.com/makeup/lipglossbundles/neutrals)

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  5. I LOVE lip products too! and I agree Runway Pink is a great lipstick! Thanks for your sweet comments on my blog lately they've meant so much to me :)

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  6. Revlon Peach Petal!!!

    Love it cannot live with my Revlon Glosses!!!

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  7. Hi Jennifer - thanks for stopping by my blog! You're more than welcome about the comments, and I am so jealous that you have a BEACH in your town & a beautiful dog to walk there ;)

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  8. Haha, just a few favourites there! :) Love the look of the Philosophy lipbalm. x

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  9. Hi Steph - I was a bit slow to the party with this one but I love it!

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  10. Hi Ellie, yes a bit ridiculous isn't it ;) The Philosophy one would be great with your colouring!

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  11. Oh my God you have the most amazing lip color collection! I really want to try that Annabelle lip liner now that you recommended it. Great blog, I'm now following : )

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  12. I've never heard of e.l.f. Is it new? It looks like a great neutral shade that's not too beigy as I find many neutrals are, and that just washes me out!

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  13. Hi Marie - Thanks for following and for the kind comment! I would love to hear your feedback if you try the Annabelle liner.

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  14. Hi Laurel - ELF (eyeslipsface.com) is primarily found online, I did my top 10 E.L.F. back in November if you're curious. I know they do have ELF UK where those overseas can place their orders...they always have sales & you can usually also find a coupon code online, to make it even more affordable :)

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  15. Great collection. I love all the nudes that you have. I've never tried elf lipstick but will have to now =)

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  16. Thanks Kim! The ELF lipsticks are so affordable...I also want to try the natural nymph & the nicely nude.

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  17. oh wow! you've got quite a collection! <3 it!

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  18. Thanks Jen...can you believe I was even glancing at the new Revlon ones after all this...*embarrased*

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  19. Wow..you ARE the lady of the lipsticks and lip glosses! X

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  20. Mercedes - ridiculous right? Especially for a girl who doesn't wear them every day. Thanks for stopping by my blog!

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  21. Hi Tracy! Just dropping by again to post another comment on the same post LoL! I just got Balmshell lip glosses myself and am trying them out now! I got Hair-apy as well as the mini set, woohoo! You can check out my reviews if you wish! :) Also, are you on Twitter?

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  22. Hi Rizzie, excellent..you will love them I'm sure! Shopaholic is one of my favs in the mini set. Yes I'm on twitter, you already follow me, although I usually try & keep it separate from my blogging life other than occasional tweet of a blog post, etc.

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