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September 5, 2006 8:50 PM
Fall Product Review: Jemma Kidd Make Up School Ultimate Lipstick Duo - Plumping Lip Balm and Long Last Colour
What They Say: "Use balm to prepare lips then add color for a sheer, moisturizing finish or use lipstick only for intense color stay."
Jen's Experience: From the first day I got this lipstick and lip balm combo from Jemma Kidd, I've been carrying it in my handbag and using it every chance I get. The color I am using, Eve, is ultra-bright against my pale skin, but it works well with the blue undertones in my skin. This color in particular is a dark pink with a hint of purple -- appearing nearly red at times -- so it fits in well with this season's trendy bright lips. It looks matte in the lipstick tube, but is actually quite shiny when applied.
Eve
I generally apply the lip balm first since my lips, like my skin, are usually dry. The lip balm portion of this product softens them right up and plumps out the wrinkles so that the lipstick can be applied smoothly. As they mention, the lipstick can also be used alone for a more vibrant color. The color was plenty vibrant for me when I applied the balm underneath, though.
This is definitely one of the best lipsticks I've tried in a long time. The color is great and is long-wearing, and the plumping balm is an added bonus that really makes this lipstick Totally DeLush.
Retail Price: $20.00 (Jemma Kidd Online in the UK, or Neiman Marcus in the US)
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Does this have a "flavor" to it? like minty fruity or anything?
laurie | September 5, 2006 11:42 PM
If anything, I'd say a slight coconut flavor in the balm, but it's very subtle.
Jen (DeLush) | September 5, 2006 11:47 PM
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