Bourjois Rouge Edition Velvet Review

You may remember these from my very first haul. I was so happy to pick these up for only $10 at Priceline. No really, I was late to a meeting just to buy these. That's how desperate I was. And boy was that a good decision. 

Let's start with the packaging. I love how the lid is colour coordinated to the actual shade of the product which makes it a breeze to see what the actual colour if the product. It's quite small and compact as well so it could easily fit inside a small handbag. The product is applied with a small doe foot applicator that I really like as it really allows you to apply the product evenly and precisely. I mean I applied this on a rickety train with a small mirror so I'd definitely say the applicator allows for great application. I think I've said that word too many times. Moving on.

From left to right: 02 Frambourjoise, 04 Peach Club, 07 Nude-ist and 08 Grand Cru

I got four shades, 02 Frambourjoise (a berry toned pink), 04 Peach Club (muted peach), 07 Nude-ist (rosy pink), and 08 Grand Cru (deep burgundy red). All the shades are incredibly pigmented. Just one swipe is enough to have complete and utter lip coverage. Now for on the lip swatches! Excuse the crappy applications. I got lazy.

From left to right and top to bottom, 02 Frambourjoise, 04 Peach Club, 07 Nude-ist and 08 Grand Cru

They also have a great moisturising feel on the lips. It doesn't feel too drying, which is the issue I have with the Nyx Soft Matte Lip Creams. These don't feel that way and they don't settle into the cracks on your lips as the day goes on. The most amazing thing though is the lasting power. I've tested these out for a while now and they seriously last forever. Eating, talking, drinking, kissing. Nothing takes this baby off. I went to a party with Grand Cru on and didn't touch up all night. That was a good 8 hours. And the lipstick was basically flawless without a single touch up. That a testament to the staying power of this. Incredible. If your a fan of low maintenance lip products, this is definitely a good choice.  

Overall, I would highly recommend these products. I personally am a bit lazy with touch ups sometimes and this allows you get away with it. It's moisturising, long lasting and wonderfully pigmented. You can buy them here at Priceline. The only downside is the price. This tiny thing for $24. I was lucky to get them on a sale, and if you can hold out I'd say do so. But I understand if you can't do it. They're amazing. 

Until next time!