Let’s talk about makeup! I have a bit of a Sephora problem, in that I…buy things from Sephora almost monthly. What can I say, I like my makeup overpriced and in fancy boxes. My most recent acquisition is Smashbox Photo Finish Lipstick in Flawless. The Sephora site describes it as a “plummy nude,” which I guess is pretty apt. The color swatch, on the other hand, is an insane mauve-y purple that no sane person would ever put on their lips.
This is the best “nude lip” I’ve found; not overly pink or overly beige, and you definitely don’t look like you put concealer on your lips. Which is what a nude lip can sometimes look like. Not this one! It’s also pigmented enough to give you a bit of color, but not SO pigmented that you need a mirror for application like some lipsticks (Dior Addict in Red Carpet, I’m looking at you). The lipstick itself goes on smooth, is surprisingly hydrating, and smells delicious. Like candy? Something sweet, anyway.
Plus, it came with a sample of Prada Infusion D’Iris. Today is the first day I’ve worn it, but I think it might be my new favorite. I’ve been searching for a new perfume for awhile now, and I bought this sampler from Tocca. I had high hopes for several of these scents, but they have zero lasting power. I’m still trying to make it work, because I really, really want one of those pretty bottles sitting on my dresser. What? You know that’s half the appeal of perfume! Don’t lie.
