Makeup Monsters Liquid Lipsticks

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I'm tired of sleeping on this!

This review is so long overdue but, here it finally is!

I was so excited about Makeup Monsters restock (months ago) ... I didn't even realise that the company didn't ship internationally (at the time). After discovering this fact, I emailed the owner stating that I had made a mistake and that I was prepared for my order to be cancelled *bawls*. Yet, to my joy I received a quick response stating that my order would not be cancelled and that I could expect it within 2-4 weeks (the standard time also given to Canadian orders). So, naturally I was ecstatic and routinely checked the tracking updates ... I saw my package go from somewhere in the US to LA to the UK, then back to the USA again ... 0_0 and then back to the UK. On the day I expected my package to arrive - I  received a note instead  ... informing me, about custom chargers (almost £17 worth) ... 

On a normal day, I would've passed out from a mixture of fury and shock but since a lot of things were happening and Samantha (Makeup Monsters owner) was so nice - I calmly paid for it all - as it really wasn't/isn't a big deal #government-issues. This purchase was actually my first ever experience of custom chargers and I've ordered quite a few things from the USA so perhaps, it was an inevitability. Anyway, I'm glad that I got my package + the customer service of Makeup Monster's owner Samantha was/is especially excellent so no complaints there. She answered all my questions and was just super lovely, so overall I am very happy. Plus, I recently bought some more (arrived today!) - shipping took around 8 days and I didn't get a custom charge (yeah!). 

First up ... Packaging

Let me keep this kinda short n sweet. Makeup monsters have changed their packaging and it really is for the better.  Pretty pigmented buildable colours, matte formula's that are not drying and great customer service are important things but ... without pretty packaging - what's the point? Yes I'm being sarcastic. I know packaging is a thing that bloggers/people are meant to care about but to me as long as the product is good, the packaging isn't bothersome or shoddy and not too garish (barbie pink may annoy me) I'm pretty easy to please. Yet, seeing Makeup Monsters new packaging has got me feeling a whole new kinda way about reviewing it (I received them today) so maybe being pretty does help ... The pictures will explain.

Before

My package arrived in a small box wrapped in some tissue paper. I received no card, ingredients list or invoice which was ok since I knew what I was getting but it didn't feel special (who do I think I am?) like the second order I received.The product label sticker designs are nice but, they are on unvarnished paper so are easily damaged. Overall the long & octagonal tube with its silver rim looks dated and bland (compared to the new packaging). The product itself was/is amazing but the packaging was certainly not the reason why I purchased Makeup Monsters liquid lipsticks. Note: One thing I didn't really like about the old tube/formula is that it separated in the tube but that could be because the tube was too big for the amount inside (which I think it was). Anyway, how have they improved?

After

My package came in a white box with green tissue paper, 3 liquid lipsticks, a thank you card (why thank you!) and a sticker. Isn't that sticker just plain dope ... there are other designs & honestly - I want them all! I literally had a face of glee, whilst looking at the product boxes as I began to search for my camera to snap. I mean talk about motivation! Wait there is more ...

Yes ... I did just make a face out of 3 separate boxes that looks like the front face picture (saddo). The new packaging is so amazing that I'm actually going to keep them in it because it looks so great, rather than for ingredients references or because the brand is expensive (like I sometimes do). It's a 100% improvement (not that the other style was bad) but, this is unique, artistic and definitely up my street (kinda like Fafi girls). Also, the ingredients are listed, the amount of product and you even get directions ... this is love. How do the tubes look?

Ta-dah! Green and Purple - love it! The tubes are in a similar style to Dose of Colours & Jeffree Star liquid lipsticks but whatever who cares about them (in this post). Its Makeup Monsters time to shine and shine it does! O.K. I'll just end it right here now & leave you to marinate in the packaging of joy  ...

Finished now? ... onto

Swatches

From Top to Bottom: Sedona, Hit The Dirt, Dusk, Redwood, Bite Me, Blackened Heart and Wipe Out.

The liquid lipsticks apply wet and then dry to a flat matte finish with no shine like in the above photo.

side by side pics to show you the change ...

Lip Swatches

Makeup Monsters liquid lipstick in Sedona

Sedona: A matte pinky brown shade. On my darker skin it comes across much more pink than brown and in order for me to make this a flattering shade  on me or more rather, a shade-I'd-want-to-wear,  I would/will definitely use something to deepen the hue. Ultimately, for me this shade is just a bit too powder pink for me as I was hoping for something darker. Don't get me wrong, its a nice shade (especially on lighter skin tones and if you  generally like blatant pinkish nudes on dark skin) but, to wear this at my comfort level - I basically will blend it out with lip liner. Nice but not my fav.

Makeup Monsters liquid lipstick in Hit The Dirt

Hit The Dirt: A brownish pink shade. All props for me getting this, has to be given to this lady - stunning! & she blogs. This is a fantastic nude shade for dark skin - it's everything I wanted Sedona to be on the side of (a brownish pink) ... When its wet its kind of a MLBB (my lips but better) shade but, when it dries, it gets a deeper more mauve/pink/brown - lovely. 

Makeup Monsters liquid lipstick in Dusk

Dusk: An office/eraser grey. How could I pass up a grey lip colour? The answer I couldn't. This shade is so quirky and playful - I like it. I was actually surprised how it turned out (am I scarying anyone yet?) as my first grey lip colour ever. 
 

Makeup Monsters liquid lipstick in Redwood

Redwood: A brownish red. This is a one-of-a-kind red - its the only reddish brown liquid lipstick I own and I love it! I love that its inspired by Redwood trees (hippie) and the shade just oozes sensuality, mystery and glamour - all the very things that I embody ... in my dreams.

Makeup Monsters liquid lipstick in Bite Me

Bite Me: A bright red. I really wanted to purchase this at the time of my first purchase but I caved in at the checkout. However whilst completing my next purchase, I decided to just roll with it. I mean with a name like "bite me" who could resist? Makeup Monster dubs this their truest red and they ain't lying - this is certainly red + bright - esp. with sunny natural daylight. Bite Me is definitely in league with Stila's Beso and Sleek's Rioja Red (but moreso Beso) and I think its amazing (I shouldn't have doubted). 

Blackened Heart: A deep alluring berry red.  I think this shade is very beautiful and befitting for all skin tones. It's a shade that borders between being sexy, sophisticated and a bit gothic alternative. Perfect for an autumn-winter/date night lip colour or when trying to add some edgy mystery to your look. This lipstick is very deep/dark don't let the initial swatches (when its wet) fool you (pic no.1.) as it dries down darker and can be built up to a full maroon berry colour (pic no.3.).

Makeup Monsters liquid lipstick in Wipe Out

Wipe Out: A dark matte Persian blue colour. This shade has been likened to Melt Cosmetics DGAF lipstick. I don't own DGAF but I think its pretty similar (though apparently DGAF varied in colour a lot and is now discontinued).  Its surprisingly very wearable and since I have always had a thing for navy blue, I'm really pleased with this one! Unlike some of the other shades - Wipe out does need a couple of swipes to become fully opaque and when first applied comes off a bit sheer (pic no.1).

... Don't worry ... I'm going to end this soon. I'll just speak about the formula and then be done with it.

The Formula

Makeup Monsters old liquid lipstick formula is matte and I find it to be very comfortable and weightless on the lips and not particularly drying (reminds me of Stila's liquid lipstick *compliment*). They are not smudge-budge - jump on a man and slobber him into submission proof but its good enough for civilised lips and behaviours *raises pinkie in the air*. However, the new formula is different in that respect as it is smudge proof. Yet, it still is weightless, non-drying and pigmented - perhaps even more so (colours may differ?).  Plus, if you didn't know - Makeup Monster is a cruelty free and vegan brand - so if you  are concerned about animals being harmed or being found in your products, you need not worry. Overall, Makeup Monsters liquid lipsticks have a great formula (no scent/taste), interesting colours, great brand design and are reasonably priced. I'd defo recommend.

Ingredients: Isododecane, Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Castor Seed Oil, Carnauba Wax, Sorbitan Olivate, Phenoxyethanol (Preservative), Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Hexylene Glycol. May Contain: {+/-} Magnesium Stearate, Titanium Dioxide, Blue 1 Lake CI 42090, Yellow 10 Lake CI 47005, Yellow 6 Lake CI 15985, Red 27 Lake CI 45410, Red 40 Lake CI 16035, Red 7 Lake CI 15850, Iron Oxides: 77499, 77499, 77491, 77492, 77288, 77492
Price: $15.95 for 6mls


*You can view Makeup Monsters liquid lipsticks on their website here - enjoy :) !

So there ... that's it!

Have you tried Makeup Monsters liquid lipsticks?

Do you like the look of any shades?

What liquid lipsticks have you tried? Any great formula's you've tried?

Any great shades you've found?

Your comments are always welcomed and appreciated

Take care and Stay blessed

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