I signed up with #influenster about 2 weeks ago and submitted some reviews as well as connected my social media accounts to increase my, 'impact score'. This allows influenster to determine my on-line influence/impact on consumers. So it was enough to warrant a box of goodies to be shipped to me free of charge, for review. Check out my video if you rather see a candid and "real-time" review or if you prefer, here is my informal, written review...
Maybelline New York The Blushed Nudes
9.6g/.34 oz12 Shades of Eye Shadow
Product Overview
This is a 12-pan eye shadow palette with shades being numbered in groups of 4 (X3) with no other distinguishing label or 'moniker' which makes it challenging to refer to for review purposes. There are several finishes including matte, frost, matte with micro-shimmer and shimmer. There are a variety of colour tones and are in the neutral range, leaning towards "rose", "blush" and "earth-tones". The pigmentation varies but overall these eye shadows are not very pigmented on the skin; they look more brilliant "in-pan" than on skin. The product is difficult to pick up on a brush for transfer to skin and they do not blend well.
Packaging
The packaging is plastic. The product is sleek and compact, easily thrown into a bag for touch ups and what not and has a secure closing mechanism. This product comes with 2-double ended sponge-top applicators, which I imagine most people have graduated from but I gather Maybelline is just covering their butts and doing their "due-diligence".
Price/Purchasing Information
The price-point of this product is unknown but is listed as $17.99 on Maybelline New York's Amazon page. The product release information has not been disclosed at this juncture.
Summation
- Compact
- Great range in tone and finish
- Not very pigmented
- Does not blend well
Review Score: 2.5/5
Eye Studio® Lasting Drama™ Gel Eyeliner in Blackest Black
3g/.106 oz.
Gel including applicator brush
Product Overview
This is a gel eyeliner accompanied by a brush. The formulation is very dry and drags on the skin during application, accompanied by a brush that has no fine-tip makes for a difficult application. With that said, this is one of the few product on the market that comes with an 'artisan' style applicator. The product claims to be Smudgeproof and Waterproof for 24-hours, this eye-liner follows through on neither of these claims. The pigmentation is rich however it isn't the "blackest-black" I've ever seen. The product dries/smudges to a matte-finish.
Packaging
The product is contained in a glass pot with a plastic screw-top lid.
Price/Purchasing Information
This product retails for $18.04 on the Amazon website, $8.96 at walmart.ca or can be purchased in-store at Rexall, Wal-mart, Shoppers Drug Mart, Loblaws, IDA, Fortinos and more.
Summation
- Comes with brush for easier application
- Does not deliver on claims to be smudge and water-proof
- Dry formulation, difficult to apply
Review Score: 2.5/5
Maybelline New York Superstay Better Skin Concealer
Shade: Light, 0.25-Fluid-Ounce
Product Overview
Ugh so much typing already. This is a concealer, It conceals blemishes and counteracts pigmentation whoas! It is oil-free. I am unsure if its the applicator or the concentration of the product but it takes several passes to mitigate blemish/colour issues. It is not very long-wearing, it doesn't claim to be but I have other product that make no such claims yet have better/longer wear qualities.
Packaging
Plastic bottle with a doe-foot applicator.
Price/Purchasing Information
Prices vary on amazon.ca ranging from $10-18, depending on shade. This product available at walmart.ca or can be purchased in-store at Rexall, Wal-mart, Shoppers Drug Mart, Loblaws, IDA, Fortinos and more.
Summation
Review Score: 3.5/5
- Good texture
- Blends easily
- Not long-wear
Review Score: 3.5/5
Maybelline New York Superstay Better Skin Foundation
Shade: Natural Beige, 1-Fluid-Ounce
Product Overview
It's extremely challenging to review a product when the shade sent to you for your review doesn't match your skin tone. Despite this, I will do my best to review this product. One things stand outs out about this product is it's smell, it smells really gross! This distinguished smell makes it difficult to apply to the skin without reacting in a negative way. The product claims to improve the condition of your skin in 3-weeks. I would never want to wear something like this on my skin but I grin and bare it. I am not a foundation-wearer so I'm not sure what qualities to look for in a foundation product, I ended up using this product as a contour for my face since it was several shades shades darker than my skin. It applied smooth and blended well. It does not seem to be oily and feels light on the skin. The website notes the coverage as medium-to-full but I would say it has more of a light-to-medium coverage.
Packaging
Glass bottle with pump-applicator. Enclosure not very secure.
Price/Purchasing Information
Product Price is listed as $14.99 CDN on amazon.ca. This product is available at walmart.ca or can be purchased in-store at Rexall, Wal-mart, Shoppers Drug Mart, Loblaws, IDA, Fortinos and more.
Summation
- Smooth finish
- Feels light on the skin
- Smells disgusting
Maybelline New York Lip Studio Color Blur Lip Color
Shade: Fast & Fuchsia, 0.04-Ounce
Product Overview
This is definitely an innovative product. I've never heard of mechanism built into a lip product where it aids in "blurring" or "fading" of the colour of the product. I have seen this mechanism for eye-liners but never for a lip-product. Maybelline, your efforts in adding an 'artisan' touch to your products has not gone unnoticed! The product is a bit waxy but very pigmented. It also leaves a stain, which some may/may not like.
Packaging
Twist cap that retracts. Dual ended, one end containing the product, the other end containing a silicone-tip.
Price/Purchasing Information
Prices vary on amazon.ca ranging from $9.84 CDN, depending on shade. This product available at walmart.ca or can be purchased in-store at Rexall, Wal-mart, Shoppers Drug Mart, Loblaws, IDA, Fortinos and more.
Summation
Review Score: 3.5/5
- Great pigmentation
- Smooth texture
- Requires lip brush for cleaner lines
Review Score: 3.5/5
A great, in-depth review! Great work!
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