Tuesday, February 23, 2010

AMW Reviews: Mineraux Mulberry Organic Lip Color

I haven't use a lot of lip gloss products lately!  I am actually leaning towards moisturizing lipsticks instead as I like my lips a bit toned down.  My lips are quite picky with the lip products I use because of extreme dryness and weird fullness!  I actually prefer lip tints better on regular days.  That's why when Mineraux came out with an organic lip color that states to combine healing benefits plus nice lip color, I am game to give this a test!

 
Mineraux Mulberry Organic Lip Color says ---
Organic liquid lip colors that combine healing benefits and vibrant colors that last

Contains: Unrefined Shea Butter, Castor Oil, Jojoba Oil, Organic Meadowfoam Oil, Candelilla Wax, Mica, Iron Oxides, and Tangerine Essential Oil

Size: 6ml

Available in:
Mulberry: Warm pink in sheer gloss
Red Chili: Reddish-pink in sheer gloss
Nectarine: Bronze-copper in high gloss
Grapefruit: Baby pink in sheer gloss
Maple: Pinkish brown in sheer gloss
Passion Fruit: Plum in sheer gloss

AMW says ---

Pros
  • very nice shade, not too overwhelming
  • does not dry the lips
  • looks very natural
  • ingredients are written all over the product, can easily check out ingredient list
  • non-sticky
  • does not leave a yucky film after removing lip color
  • since it works like a moisturizing lipstick, it lasts longer than regular gloss 
  • tested by drinking water and coffee, the lip color transfers a bit on cup but the color stays on lips!  Quite impressive!
Cons
  • the sticker packaging, I prefer the brand name printed, but it doesn't matter
  • if you are looking for a super glossy finish, this isn't the one
Overall
This is the first lip gloss packaged product that I've tried that doesn't have a "lip gloss" finish.  It looks like a moisturizing lipstick in a lipgloss bottle!  This product is very smooth and easy to apply.  I actually like this product because I have quite full lips and a very glossy lip gloss will enhance the fullness of my lips, so I actually like the subtle glow it gives instead of the "Hi!  My face consists of one huge lips" look!

The healing benefits of the lip color is too early to tell but I like the fact that my lips does not dry out every after usage.

Tips
  • if lips are extremely dry, exfoliate lips once or twice a week and leave with petroleum jelly or your favorite lip treatment
  • apply lip liner prior to this lip color application to make the lip color last longer
  • after every usage, I prefer wiping the wand with paper towel or cloth to prevent bacteria from growing
  • do not share lip gloss using the same wand to others, use a lip brush or applicator
Will I repurchase?
Yes!

Where to purchase and how much?
At Mineraux website for Php400.00 (approx $8.70)
International readers, I believe the website accepts paypal payments, please email them at info@mineraux.com.ph to check if they ship internationally or not

A close up on Mulberry on wand

  

Swatch on hand no base


on lips applied alone

  

I am intrigued to try Grapefruit shade because I'm on a pink mood lately!  
*huge smack* to everyone!
Have a wonderful day!

Keep smilin'
Stay happy!

 

14 comments :

  1. Would you have other tips on keeping wands of this type clean? Even after much care, wands tend to become saturated with product after sometime. I was considering washing just the tip but am not sure how to keep water from flowing into the tube and contaminating the content inside.

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  2. Would you have other tips on keeping wands of this type clean? Even after much care, wands tend to become saturated with product after sometime. I was considering washing just the tip but am not sure how to keep water from flowing into the tube and contaminating the content inside.

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  3. Thanks for the review Nikki!! What a pretty shade!! This looks glossy enough for me already!! hehehe!! :D

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  4. I love not sticky lip products and this stuff looks too cute on your lips! Lovely shade of the lipstick!

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  5. it makes me smile to see your smile every morning ^^. i prefer mine to be non sticky too, i definitely dont want my lips stuck together when i want to talk :P

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  6. that's a very nice shade of pink NIkki! looks really natural.

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  7. Your full lips are pretty n sexy nikki! Lolz I have quite a big lips,I used to be abit fussy about it before :p plus my mouth is wide hahaha what a combo.
    Thanks for the review!

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  8. That's a beautiful shade, it looks great on you!

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  9. Jo.frougal, yes, you can try using a lip brush or cotton buds instead of the wand type included in this lip color. I think wiping it with tissue after every use is enough especially if you only use this for yourself :)


    Jenn, really? I have tried more glossier products! And i like this :)

    Anastacia, same here !I hate sticky lip products! No matter how nice it looks, I get turned off by it!

    Xin, thank you sweetie!

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  10. Khymm, it is very natural with a hint of pink, which I love!

    Sush, thanks!

    charry, thanks!

    Hana, oh man! I hate my full lips to be honest!

    gio, thak you!

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  11. That's such a pretty color! I love how it's not too bright but not too pale either.

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  12. oh yeah All Women Stalker, definitely ! It's not over the top, it gives a nice hint of shade!

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