Bobbi Brown has launched a new lipstick formula called the Luxe matte lipstick ($41 each). This formula replaced the original Luxe Matte lipstick which I don’t think I’ve tried before so I’m not sure how they compare but the new one is as flawless as it gets for a matte lip.
To this day I’m still a fan of glossy lips, but matte lip formulas get better every year. My favorite formulas are from Pat McGrath and Charlotte Tilbury and the new Bobbi Brown Luxe Matte The formula is better (although I still really love the Pat McGrath ones).
The formula is super smooth and non-drying. The best part is that they don’t look too dry either. I’d say it’s more of a velvet soft matte. Pigment is opaque and fully covered in a single swipe. The colors are all ready for the festive season and have a pretty good range of shades from neutrals, browns, bold and reds.
As a neutral lip lover I would love it if they made some of their best sellers like Bare, Blondie Pink and Buff in this formula, but I can see how that would be unnecessary and I can appreciate that they have new shades in this formula. (I think so Pat McGrath has the best matte neutrals.)
Sunset Rose is a nude pink with a cool neutral tone
Neutral Rose is a dusty rose
Boss Pink is a healthy warm pink
Parkside is a cool-toned brown
Afternoon tea is a peachy almost orange shade
Big City Pink is a hot pink
Claret is a soft red
Ruby is deep red
Power Play is an electric orange
Traffic Stopper is a bright warm red
Red Carpet is a true red
After Hours is a red wine
They are fragrance free and the lasting power is quite good. They are not transfer resistant but I love the wear time and they feel very comfortable on the lips.
Swatches of some of the shades on the lips, also wearing:
Bobbi Brown sent over a selection of their holiday sets and palettes. I am absolutely in love with it Luxe Eyeshadow Duo ($48) at Last Dance. I love the luxurious eyeshadows and especially the tones in this one! There are a few other shades but it looks like they might be out of stock already as I can’t find them anywhere online.
This holiday season they have many of their best-sellers bundled up at a value price. They make great stocking stuffers like the Extra Lip Tint Duo ($35, $70 value) Confetti Crush Lip Trios ($30 for mini, a $59 value) and All Eyes Aglow Long-Wear Cream Eyeshadow Set with Moonstone, Taupe, Cinnamon, Mulberry and Soft Bronze + Mascara ($99, a $197 value).
There are quite a few cheek palettes this season. I tried it Luxe Cheek and Highlight Palette in Rose Glow ($62). At first glance I thought it would be too light for my medium skin tone, but to my surprise it looks great for a natural glow.
Total love. I think there are some really beautiful pieces to wear for a fresh look this holiday, but classic enough to wear in the spring.
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