The NEW SMOKEY EYE: Bobbi Brown Long- Wear Cream Shadow Stick

Long- Wear Cream Shadow Stick

Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick is designed for the modern woman on the move. Just swipe it on and go—it’s that easy.” –Bobbi Brown

Effortless and high impact—that’s the essence of NEW Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick. This do-it-all formula glides on tug-free and can be used to shade, define, smoke up and highlight eyes. In subtle to eye-popping shades that last for up to 8 hours without creasing, flaking or fading, it’s a stroke of genius.

How it Works

Exceptional Wear, Intense Color

A unique blend of oils, waxes and film formers, gives this water-resistant formula superior 8 hour wear. Color rich emollients provide intense pigment in one easy swipe without flaking or creasing.

Supremely Smooth, Lightweight Feel

Antioxidant Vitamins C and E protect the delicate eye area while skin conditioners help create a smooth, comfortable and lightweight feel that is not oily or tacky.

Available in 8 Shades: Vanilla, Golden Pink, Sand Dune, Iced Blue, Forest, Shadow, Bark, Violet, Plum

Bobbi Brown Lip Gloss Trio Rose Sugar, Buff, Rosy - Review, Swatches, Pictures

Many of you wanted me to review and swatch these Bobbi Brown lip glosses when I first showed them to you in a haul post so here I am. You will be very amazed and shocked when i'll tell you how much I paid for this lip gloss trio. Around Rs 1200! Yes! The set was on offer as part of strawberrynet's daily deals at more than 60% off (right now, the price is Rs 3876 at strawberrynet.com) and I obviously had to grab it. Even though I'm not really a huge fan of gloss, this trio was just too good to pass over.

I'm not really sure if you can get this set from a Bobbi Brown store because it looks to me specially made for duty free shops at the airport but I think you can get the single pieces in store. The set has three lipglosses - one in shimmer (Rose Sugar) and two regular glosses (Buff and Rosy). Here's a bit about the three colors :

• Instantly gives lips a brilliant, radiant shine look
• Contains soothing botanical extracts to keep lips supple & soft
• Includes Avocado, Jojoba & Chamomile Oils, Aloe Extracts
• Scented with vanilla bean

Rose Sugar - A pretty soft rose with shimmer. This is a shade that's really meant for fair skin tones. On my NC 43 skin, only the shimmer is visible and not the color itself. Since I can't wear it on its own, I layer Rose Sugar on top of lipstick and it gives off a great effect. The pigmentation is good and the finish also glossy and shiny. Staying power is not too great though. When I tried it on its own, I got only a couple of hours out of Rose Sugar. On top of lipsticks, the staying power is obviously more.

Buff - A beautiful muted beige pink that will again look lovely specially on fair skin tones.  It looks very natural yet healthy and this can be your perfect MLLB shade. Buff washes me out unfortunately so I cant really wear it on its own but I do mix with a either a pink or coral lipstick and I get a very pretty color that's perfect for the day. The finish is a cream which I much prefer to shimmer glosses and it is very shiny on the lips.

Rosy - This one is my favorite of the lot coz it's just so pretty and girlie. This coral pink will look good on everyone and you can see from the swatch how shiny it is. Pigmentation is great and this color makes lips look very plumped up and juicy. Only problem is that it's slightly sticky.

My views on them :

The lip glosses in this set are pretty small in size (4.2 ml) which makes them perfect to be kept in the bag and for travelling. The packaging is a simple plastic tube with Bobbi Brown imprinted on the tube. What I don't like about these glosses is the applicator. Instead of a doe-foot applicator, its a tiny brush which makes it very difficult to pick up the product and apply.

The glosses have a very sweet caramel/vanilla scent. I usually hate scented makeup but love this smell coz it reminds me of creme brulee and milkshakes :P

Bobbi Brown lip glosses are slightly sticky and all of these are. Not the 'hair sticking to the lips' type sticky but you can feel it when you apply. Sticky glosses have an advantage though. They last for a longer time and less prone to seeping into fine lines. The Bobbi Brown lip glosses, specially the cream ones do last long - around 3-4 hours and I absolutely love the finish. Glossy, shiny and they are also fairly moisturizing.

Would I recommend these shades? Yes specially Buff and Rosy. They are so pretty and are of great quality as well (if you can ignore the brush applicator and slightly sticky bit).


If you want to buy the Bobbi Brown Lip Gloss Trio Rose Sugar, Buff, Rosy, click here.

If you want to buy them individually, click here. Currently, only Buff is available.

Have you tried any Bobbi Brown lip gloss?

Bobbi Brown Lip Color Sandwash Pink - Review, Swatches

Do you remember the day when Kate Middleton and Prince William got married? The media frenzy surrounding the event, around what Kate would wear, what would be her hair like, her makeup, shoes etc etc? Well, I got caught in that frenzy too and for a couple of days got obsessed by the Royal Wedding. I was in front of the TV from morning watching the celebrations and feeling so happy for the two youngsters, specially Kate, someone who I really like and admire. When the world got a first glimpse of Kate in that beautiful wedding gown with the tiara, I was blown away by how lovely and at the same time simple she looked. I loved her understated makeup and when it was revealed that she did it herself, I was truly impressed. What caught my eyes was her lip color that day, a lovely pinky beige that complimented her gown so well. And that is the lip color, I'm gonna be talking about today. Bobbi Brown's Sandwash Pink, a shade that is reportedly Kate Middleton's favorite lipstick. 

Now I did not buy it because it's Kate Middleton's favorite lipstick. Her skin tone and my skin tone are poles apart and I never really intended to buy this till I saw that this shade along with another one was available for around Rs 720 at strawberrynet. And that is quite a steal! Without giving a second thought, I bought it and I must say Sandwash Pink is quite lovely. 

Consistency and Texture - Bobbi Brown lipsticks are one of the creamiest and most pigmented lipsticks that you will find and Sandwash Pink is no different. What I love about it is the finish - semi-matte but with a subtle sheen. The color is perfect to be worn during the day and to work and gives a very polished and sophisticated look. The wear time is pretty decent, around 4-5 hours and it looks very pretty after fading. It does not dry out lips and neither does it feather or bleed. There is some issue with transfer though. In terms of consistency and texture, Bobbi Brown lipsticks are fabulous. They feel light on the lips and very comfortable to wear. 

Color - Coming to the color, Sandwash Pink is described by Bobbi Brown as a beige pink but on me, its more of pink than beige with light mauve undertones. Honestly, the color does wash me out slightly because this is is actually more suitable for those with cool and fair skin tones. I'm NC 43 so what I do is apply a gloss on top of this or put on a pink or nude lip liner and then layer the lipstick on top of it. I don't see girls with darker skin tones wearing this well because it would just wash them out but for medium skin tones, a gloss or a liner underneath should work. Sandwash Pink is a close dupe of MAC's Mehr, albeit a pricier dupe but if you've not been able to get Mehr, you might try this.

Smell - I love everything about Bobbi Brown lip colors except the smell. Ughhh hate hate that plasticky artificial smell in them that just becomes worse with time. I've used about five Bobbi Brown lip colors till date, all bought from different countries and all have that horrid smell. Wish she does something about this!

Availability - I bought Sandwash Pink from strawberrynet for around Rs 720 at an offer. It's obviously much more pricier at $25. If you live in Delhi, I'm sure this will be available at the Bobbi Brown store at Select Citywalk. Else, you can check strawberrynet here. 

Bobbi Brown lip colors are one of the creamiest, light weight, comfortable and pigmented ones that you can find and I would highly recommend them to everyone. The high price is a problem but if you want to splurge, then get one BB atleast. Sandwash Pink does wash me out slightly but it is a beautiful color for those within NC 40 and one that you can buy with your eyes closed. Well, if the Duchess of Cambridge loves this, I'm sure you will love too :D

Have you tried Bobbi Brown lipticks?

BOBBI BROWN COSMETICS LAUNCHES IN INDIA

At the Bobbi Brown Cosmetics Select CITYWALK store, consumers have the freedom to design their own shopping experience.  She can gather with others at the artistry table to exchange tips and ideas, she can watch a video of Bobbi’s seasonal inspirations and how-to’s, or she can choose from a menu of specialized services. This store will also offer exclusive, limited edition products on a seasonal basis. A visit to the Bobbi Brown Cosmetics store provides the women of India with the ultimate immersion into the brand’s culture.

The Services

“We empower women with the knowledge and products they need to look and feel their best.”

- Bobbi Brown

Bobbi’s professional artists teach women to be their own beauty experts by offering “makeup lessons not makeovers,” Trained in Bobbi’s unique teaching-base approach to beauty, each artist considers a woman’s personal style, lifestyle and preferences in order to create a totally customized experience. Every makeup lesson concludes with the creation of a personalized face chart to help women recreate the look at home.

The menu of complementary services offered at the Select CITYWALK store includes:

·          Smokey Eyes: This service teaches women Bobbi’s simplified approach to creating the ultimate smokey eye look- from a rich bold smokey eye to a natural smokey eye. 5 minutes.

·          Long-Wear Eye Makeup: Modern day women want to know how to make her makeup last all-day long. This service teaches women how to create a long-wear eye look that will last from coffee to cocktails, using Bobbi’s innovative formulas and signature application tips. 10 minutes.

·          Anti Fatigue Eyes: Tired of looking tired? This service offers consumers a quick lesson on how to brighten up her eyes, using iconic products and signature application tips. 10 minutes.

·          Find your perfect lipstick and blush shade: This service shows women how easy it is to freshen up her look with a touch of color on cheeks and lips. 10 minutes.

·          Secret to Perfect Skin: This service teaches women how to improve the appearance of their skin by learning to become her own skincare expert. From skincare to foundation, our professional makeup artists will show consumers Bobbi’s secret to healthy, flawless, glowing skin year round. 20 minutes.

·          Special Occasion Makeup: “Our makeup artists will teach women how to achieve a flawless makeup application that's perfect for any special event or big night out.” 30 minutes.

The Design

“I believe in keeping things simple, real and approachable.” – Bobbi Brown

Bobbi’s clean and modern aesthetic is reflected in the store’s architectural details like industrial steel cabinetry, vintage-inspired wood and chrome chairs and Carrara marble, while illuminated vanity mirrors mimic natural light, giving the space a chic SoHo loft feel. The streamlined interior is open and inviting, making the space easy to navigate while keeping with the classic aesthetic of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics stores worldwide.

·          Communal Artistry Table: At the heart and center of the store, this table invites consumers shopping alone, as well as larger groups to test products on their own or enjoy on-the-spot makeup lessons from our makeup artists. 

·          Skincare Apothecary: A flawless makeup application begins with smooth, healthy, glowing skin. This apothecary-inspired counter introduces consumers to Bobbi’s highly-effective skincare range, which is designed to work with makeup and provides a variety of options suited for all skin types. They can test products on their own or have a makeup artist help identify the right formulas based on their skincare needs.

·          Bobbi’s Best Sellers: This visual display shares Bobbi’s Top 10 products to help women look and feel their best. From flawless skin to standout eyes, the wall features everything a consumer needs to take her look from Pretty to Pretty Powerful. 

·          Foundation Kiosk: Bobbi believes that skin should look like skin – not makeup. This educational fixture introduces consumers to Bobbi’s House of Foundation, featuring a wide range of skin tone correct foundation formulas, for all skin tones and types. Special integrated lighting on the fixture enables customers to find their perfect skin tone correct shade. Consumers can test products on their own or have a makeup artist help her find the right foundation for a flawless, natural makeup look.

·          Eye Kiosk: This double-sided fixture invites consumers to discover Bobbi’s exclusive tips and techniques for creating the perfect brow, and the ultimate smokey eye. Featuring step-by-step application instructions, consumers can test products on their own or enjoy on-the-spot lessons from a makeup artist.

Open on all days of the week from 10am – 9pm, the Bobbi Brown Cosmetics store will be  located at G13 B, Select CITYWALK, District Center Saket, New Delhi – 110 017.

Telephone no: 011-41018275