Marlena’s Favorite: Lip Products
Although I’m more of an eyeshadow junkie than a lip product one, I still have some favorites that I think many of you will like!
MAC Blankety LipstickThis is the perfect nude color to balance off those days when you wear dramatic eye makeup. Since it is an Amplified Creme formula, it covers the lips well in one easy coat! Where to buy: |
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MAC Aloof Lipstick or Politely Pink LipstickI didn’t realize until after I taped the video that this has been discontinued Where to buy: |
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MAC Girl About Town LipstickThis is that bright, fun lipstick for those hot summer days or when you want that extra pop for your lips! It is a beautiful bright pink lip color. Where to buy: |
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Estee Lauder Artist Lip Pencil- NaturalSince this is a nude color, it is great for lining the lips to make them look fuller or to prevent lipsticks from bleeding outside the lip line. It has 2 sides- one with the liner and one with a brush to apply lipstick with or blend out the liner. Where to buy:
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NYX Lip Pencil- Deep RedThis is the perfect way to pull off a red lip as lipsticks can fade more quickly or rub off more than lipliners do. This color is a true deep red that looks flattering on just about everyone! This is my go to pencil for photoshoots when I need a red lip that lasts for hours. Where to buy: |
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MAC Starlet Kiss LipglossCan you tell I’m a big pink lip fan? This again is limited, but is my go to lipgloss that I wear almost everyday. The texture is creamy and not sticky. A close alternative could be MAC “Melt in Your Mouth Cremesheen Glass” or NYX “Mega Shine Lipgloss in Beige”. Where to buy: |
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Bare Escentuals Buxom Lipgloss- AmberThese babies really plump your lips while putting out a beautiful creamy color! Amber is a gorgeous peach color that goes well with just about any look. These do tingle your lips some, so be careful if you have sensitive lips… Where to buy: |
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MAC DazzleglassesRumor has it that MAC will be bringing the Dazzleglass lipglosses back this May! I absolutely love these as they have a gorgeous shine and make your lips look so luscious and full. My favorite color is “Bare Necessity”- a beautiful nude color. Where to buy: |
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NYX Mega Shine Lipgloss- OrchidThis is a unique, gorgeous purple color with great pigmentation and a creamy finish! I love this one as it is different yet still wearable for most skin types. The only downside to these lipglosses is the cherry smell. Where to buy: |
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Bourjois Night Lip BalmThis is the best moisturizing lip product I have found! I love how it doesn’t feel greasy or sticky like some other lip balms do. It comes in a small container that is easy to keep in your purse, and the price isn’t too bad considering how long this will last. Where to buy: |
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Thanks for the suggestion. I think I might try the blankety lipstick.
I have been looking for a nude lipstick that will cover well. My lips have a naturaly great color but they need to be toned down a bit when I’m wearing dramatic eye makeup. Thanks for the suggestion. I’ll have to go to a MAC counter and try it out!
Thanks so much for the great suggestions! My 7-yr-old daughter and I LOVE watching your videos. She actually likes to pull out my makeup brushes and follow along with your tutorials. So cute!
Kari, I have the same issue with very pigmented lips ( not complaining tho…LOL ) ..what do you use to get the right color when doing a smokey eye and light lip? I always have trouble finding lip stick/gloss for this.
i love your videos marlena! keep it up!
and i love the blooper reels too. haha
Love Buxom Glosses!!! I have all of the sheer ones and I will be getting more! I have also been using a Victoria’s Secret Lip Gloss called Strawberry Fizz that I got as a free girt and I love that one! Love the blooper reel at the end, kepp those coming!
I love spirit lipstick with ample pink
Lipglass. My skin is an nw45…
But the combo works for almost
Everyone
So glad that I could help you complete your dazzleglass collection!! You’re gonna love Comet Blue over red lips! =)
I am trying to find a good lip primer, any suggestions?
Thanks.
I HAVE to try Blankety!! I’ve been looking for a nude color for ages…
Oh and BTW, I love the making-of at the end of the video
hey marlena
i reli need ur help in finding some good m.a.c and bobbi brown eye shadows… i wanna knw da names of the best browns/pinks/purples/deep reds/blue/mauve in m.ac and bobi brown eye shadows… i bet ud knw it. im a newbie at this makeup thingy and want to buy one or two in each colour from bobbi brown or m.a.c since i hear der highly pigmented. pls do reply!!!!!!!!!!!
thank a lot.. love ur site and tutorials. ur soo pretty!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hi Marlena,
In one tutorial, you mentioned a NYX red lipstick with blue undertones…do you remember the name of it???
Hey Marlena,
I think the color you were looking for is Creme Cup. It’s a Cremesheen and it’s my new fav!!!
Kim
Hello Marlena, the Natural Writer Artist lip pencil by estee lauder has been discontiuned…is there another one or another color you recommend for the natural look?
I was able to find Blankety at a CCO! I love outlet prices! WOO HOO!
I absolutely love “Blankety”!!! I have to agree with you, it is the best nude lip and I am actually wearing it right now.
Thank you so much for your videos, you have brought out my passion for make up again!!
Bobbie Sue
Hi Marlena
Thanks for this review, it’s very helpful. I used everytime before go to sleep Bourjois Night lip balm and it’s very great product (of course it’s french, no I’m kidding !!!)
See you
Hello! What is your skin care routine? You have such a flawless face would love to see a video on it – BTW your beautiful!Love your videos – your newest fan:)
Jen
Great! I’ve been looking for a fabulous fuschia pink lip color! I love fuschia on the lips and this one looks relaly good. I was wondering, though, I’m not too dark so I wanted to see if you knew other really nice fuschia colors from MAC lipsticks that might look good on me and that I could try. If you can, please message me at my youtube account: JazminSafadi.
Love the video! Cute outtakes :]
Marlena,
I was so grateful to hear you articulate in your video how you want a color for your nude lip! I’m new to MAC, and didn’t know what the different things meant on their lipstick displays (amplified, lustre, creemsheen, etc.) and every time I asked at the counter for help, telling them I love the nude lip look, they would recommend Viva Glam V. I didn’t know how to explain that by nude lip, I didn’t mean a sheer wash of color that’s already the same as my own lips!
Anyway, I went in and tried Blankety today and purchased it immediately (I wish they would give you a commission!). Love it. Thank you again.
Marlena,
you’re eyes look amazing as always! What colors are you wearing? Please tell…thanks!
avon’s dew kiss is a good alternative for lip balm.
i just got the blankety lipstick and i’m in love with it. thanks for the suggestion. i used it with mac’s enchantress lipglass and it looks awesome!
Hi ladies…I always have a hard time finding lipsticks that work with my skin tone (I’m Indian so i have light to medium skin with yellow undertones) but i must say that my all time favorite MAC lipstick is “O”….it’s this beautiful deep red with bronze sparkles in it and it layers really well with lipglosses…i usually wear some Viva Glam on top…just thought some of the darker skinned girls out there might wanna check it out!
Dazzleglasses are back and I just got myself Smile & Funtabulous. I love these soooo much!
Hi Marlena!very helpful tutorial, I’ve noted the products you’ve suggested and I’ll search them! please could you tell us which colours you used for you eyes in this video? ?it’s a fantastic look!!!please!!thanks!!:)
I have a suggestion for fair skinned girls who love their nude lip. Try mac’s satin lipstick in myth with nars lip gloss in orgasm.
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HI Marlena
I love your site!! I was wondering where can I find Estee Lauder Artist Lip Pencil- Natural #17? I can not find it anywhere. Any information would be great.
Thnak you,
Peggy
tell me please lipstick mac ravisingh its good or nnot thanks
Your eyes look amazing in this video. Would you mind telling us what you are wearing?