So, this is the second and final review for today! It is the
I ❤ Revolution Mystical Mermaids Lipstick, in the
shade Mythical Tale.
This was my first Revolution product, way before I even found out
about their official site and all the brands under the Revolution Beauty
umbrella. As I was browsing Notino for the first time, I noticed this brand
that had all manners of interesting, cute, and quirky products, and it had an
interesting name: I ❤ Revolution. I actually had a tough
time choosing between all of them! I immediately fell in love with this brand!
But how good was this lipstick?
First, the packaging: it is beautiful! It’s metallic silver with a
cap that’s light blue and has a fish scales motif printed on it. On the base of
the tube is the name of the brand, printed in metallic pink letters. There is a
coloured part on the bottom of the lipstick that matches the colour of the
bullet so, of course, no need to open it in order to swatch it. I was really
blown away by both the packaging and the shape of the bullet, but more on the
bullet shortly.
Ingredients: coconut oil and vitamin E for nourishment, and no
trace of parabens. The scent was pleasant and tasty, like coconuts, but it has,
sadly, faded over time. I can still detect a bit of coconut, but it is not as
strong as it used to be. The expiration date is 12 months after opening.
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| Worn with NYX Slim Lip Pencil [SPL840/Rose] |
Pigmentation is fairly intense, but it could definitely be more
vibrant or intense. Still, it looks very pretty on my lips so perhaps it would
be too garish if it were extremely pigmented. This is a nice purple-mauve shade
that looks great in winter.
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| Worn with NYX Slim Lip Pencil [SPL840/Rose] |
The texture is semi-matte, so there is a bit of gloss. It both
looks and feels really soft, the formula is creamy but oh so light, and this
lipstick doesn’t dry out my lips one bit. All of that makes this lipstick truly
comfortable to wear! Although, given the coconut oil, it could feel a bit more
hydrating.
In terms of longevity, it is relatively long-lasting; it might
disappear from the centre of the lips over a couple of hours but it’s not
terrible. And as many other creamy lipsticks, it doesn’t survive meals or
drinks. So, touch ups are necessary after eating. The relatively poor
performance over time was a bit of a let-down, honestly! But removing it was
super easy and done in a matter of seconds; just one swipe with micellar water
and it’s removed!
Now, I have to talk about the bullet, as it is fairly unique, from
what I’ve seen. This isn’t the only I ❤ Revolution lipstick to have this
shape of the bullet, there is another lipstick that I have that has this exact
shape. It is not only deeply curved to make it as easy as possible to follow
the contours of your lips, but it is also sharply pointed at the tip for
incredibly easy defining of the cupid’s bow. So, applying the lipstick was
incredibly easy and precise, and I finished applying it more quickly
than with other lipsticks. The bullet is also beautiful in design; it is
embossed with large fish scales, a design that matches the cap of the tube.
Conclusion: I honestly love this lipstick. Sure, I have found
other, more pigmented lipsticks since but if I want a nice, subtle wash of
colour on my lips that isn’t your standard pink or red, this is the right
choice. I love how buttery soft and gentle it feels, and of course, the design!
The design is terrific, it really sells the idea that this is a lipstick that
might have once belonged to a mermaid, what with the pastel blue cap, and the
fish scales motif present all over. I also really love the shape of the bullet.
The negatives are that it could be more pigmented, even though I like it like
this, and that it is not terribly long-lasting nor at all food-proof. I also
feel sad that the coconut scent has faded. Even with those negatives, I would recommend this lipstick!
Rating: 8/10
Would buy again: Maybe YES (if I needed another purple shade)
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