I saw someone snap about these lipsticks the other day (possibly Beauty Nook) and made a mental note to "have a look" the next time I was in Boots. As luck would have it, two days later I found myself in front of a pretty well-stocked Rimmel stand and spotted the lipsticks. There were just three out of a possible five on display, so I did what any self-respecting blogger would do and bought the three of them.
The three shades I picked up are 40 (Pale Nude), 43 (Tan Nude) and 45 (Rose Nude). The ones I couldn't find are 42 (Apricot Nude) and 48 (Dark Nude).
I'd like to take this opportunity to tell you that I am not a fan of Kate Moss, and therefore pretend that these are from a Kate Middleton collection. That needs to happen, makeup Gods. Stat.
Here are swatches of all three:
I'm not gone on the colour of #40 at all. It's too pale on me, and it was really pigmented and creamy - not usually an issue, but I had to blot several times before I was happy with it. Ain't nobody got time for that. My favourite by a country mile was #45 - it's a colour I always go for, but I know what I like and THIS IS IT. I could take or leave #43, it was nice and I had no issues.
Rimmel lipstick is usually fantastic anyway, I've only ever had problems with some of the Matte Kate ones but that's down to my dry cats-arse lips rather than the lipstick. These lipsticks are currently priced at €6.99 each, and they're on offer at the moment at Boots - buy one get one half price (applies across the whole Rimmel range).
They look a lot different on than they do in the tube, and are all quite pink! From these pictures I think 40 looks great on you! 45 would be my fave from this lot too - but seriously your eyeshadow is FAB - what is it!!
ReplyDeleteThey definitely lean very pink on me, I'm sure they'd be different over a liner but thank you! The eyeshadow is from the Sleek Oh So Special palette x
DeleteI picked up 40 and 45 too. 43 was the only other one in stock but I avoided it as I thought it was a weird brown-orange nude. I've been wearing 45 the past two days and I love it! It's just such a pretty colour!
ReplyDelete45 is definitely the winner of the three, I don't think I'll be wearing 40 again!
DeleteOh wow, really love the last two, they look fab on you! And can we please please take a second to just LOOK at how beautiful that photo set up is! Seriously lady, you've little dots and yet you manage to put together and post up loads, well done you! That eye make up needs a blog post too thank you please, its gorgeous on you xx
ReplyDeleteThank you Cat! Ah jesus, it's all very deceptive, it's a blanket thrown on top of a highchair :D xx
DeleteLove number 45. I think I'll have to pick it up. I agree a Kate Middelton collection would be amazing. love your eye makeup in this post
ReplyDeleteThanks Lauren, it's Sleek! I'd love a Kate Middleton collection, a MAC one or something with loads of nudes - like the Ellie Goulding one but nice!
Deletethese are so nice, thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteThanks for reading!
DeleteIt was meeeeee alright. I ended up just getting number 45 though agree it's the nicest out of the lot 👍🏻
ReplyDeleteYep, won't be getting the other two!
DeleteAs soon as I saw your first pic I was drawn to no45, totally my kind of nude so glad to hear it's your fave too. Will def pick this up next time I'm in Boots as I've been meaning to try these.
ReplyDeleteThanks Sharon! x
Thanks yourself Nic, I think 45 is definitely the one that will suit most people! x
Delete45 definitely looked like the best shade when I swatched them in Boots but I didn't go for it and then subsequently discovered the perfect nude shade elsewhere so I'm glad I didn't bother! Great eyeshadow you're rocking there by the way!
ReplyDeleteBrilliant, I love when that happens! Sleek eyeshadow, love the palette! x
DeleteI agree with everyone here, 45 looks the most wearable. Not a fan of Moss either but I do love Rimmel, so I won't hold it against them! Lovely pix by the way - love that new set-up x
ReplyDeleteBecca | theBeautyInbox
It's amazing what you can do with a blanket and a high chair :D I was trying to chase the light in the kitchen! 45 seems to be a winner all round :)x
DeleteAww I'm quite disappointed seeing this. I love Rimmel, and have loved most of their (& Kate's) lipsticks. I will probably go pick up #45 anyway, but I'm glad I saw this before purchasing! x
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