NARS Velvet Satin Lip Pencil

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Packaging:
Rubberized feel pencil with shiny and smooth colour at the end. A satin pencil is easily distinguished by the type of colour pattern at the end of the pencil. This is a block of colour that is the shade of the pencil a thin black strip and thin colour strip. It's topped off with a rubberized sturdy cap.

Smell:
None.

Colour/Taste:
Biscayne Pink - pink guava but I would describe it as more of a beige/ muted coral with warm undertones.
Timanfaya - intense orange with a hint of red with cool undertones.

Opaque pigmentation with a satin finish. This is the best aspect that I love about this finish.
Available in 13 shades.
  

Formula/ Texture:
It's a smooth and creamy texture It's lightweight and comfortable on the lips. It is vitamin enriched so I find it to be moisturising and easy to apply. Longevity is 6 hours but the sheen disappears when it comes into contact with food or drink. It can be topped with a lip product for a new colour. It's easily removed with a basic makeup wipe.

No filling into the lines on the lips, feathering or smudging. New product line for 2013. 

Available:
From Mecca Cosmetica stores or online at meccacosmetica.com.au for $39 for 2.4g/0.08oz. I got mine in America from Sephora for US$25.

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