July 2014 All-Star Winner

Hello! 

As always I post my favorite product of the month around this time. The product that stole my heart this month is NYC's Twistable Intense Lip Color. I found mine at my local rite aid for $2.99 each. To see a full review click 

here. (Not my favorite post)

I know I had a lipstick as my favorite not too long ago but I just can't help myself. For some reason I have been lusting after lip products this last month and these lip crayons helped feed my addiction. They apply so tastefully and silky smooth. The intense color claim? Oh my goodness NYC seriously packed a punch with these. They deliver highly pigmented swatches on my lips(for lip crayons). The one thing I don't like about them is the staying power but I love applying them so much that I don't even care. The smell is amazing and I'm pretty impressed with myself for not eating them. Not that I would because that would be weird... But if I had to pick a lip product to eat this one would be it. 

Ok, enough with the makeup junkie talk. 

Riverside Rose(bottom), Ballroom Blush(middle), Fulton St Fuschia(top)

Riverside Rose(left), Ballroom Blush(middle), Fulton St Fuchsia(right)

Packaging

I love the Twistable idea. I hate having to sharpen things and I don't take the time to do it. The coloring on the package is very accurate with the swatches of each shade. So it's very easy to find your perfect color when you search for your desired shade. The lid also snaps on securely and I haven't had any problems with the product breaking off of the tube. The only con is the print rubs off over time. Which, I dont mind that much because the color of the shade is on a sticker at the bottom of the tube. 

Ballroom Blush(left), Riverside Rose(right)

Texture/finish/pigmentation

The texture is very smooth and creamy. If you have dry lips then you will love, love,love these lip crayons! They're so moisturizing and glossy. I haven't experienced any problems with them while my lips are chapped. Like I said before, the pigmentation is superb. I was really impressed after I bought these for only $2.99. I should probably go back to Rite Aid and pick up the rest of the collection.

Lasting power

Yes, they could last longer but I'm not the kind of person that worries about that kind of stuff all of the time. Most days I like to keep it simple but still glamorous and these lip crayons are the perfect fit.  Plus, it doesn't feel like a chore when I reapply them. I utterly enjoy it. 

041 Ballroom Blush, 022 Fulton St Fuschia, 020 Riverside Rose 

Why did I pick the NYC Twistable Intense Lip Color as my All-star winner?

This month has been really busy for me. When I'm in a rush I prefer just swiping pigmented colors across my lips that don't take a lot of my precious time. I gotta tell you that these are the perfect thing for that moment hat your heading out the door. Sure, they don't last forever but they last long enough for me. Plus, the application process is so fun and easy. And the smell is right up there with my Milani lipsticks. I just can't can't enough! The going the really won me over is the price! $2.99 is such a steal and I know that's a winner in anyone's book.

Overall, I think everyone should try them. Well unless you don't like lip crayons. Of  course they won't be as long-lasting or as pigmented as some lipsticks but they're not lipsticks. I think they're amazing lip crayons for the price. They pigmentation is totally there, the smell is divine, the price range is within everyone's spending limits and the packaging is adorable. So, don't wait any longer. Go out and pick one up!

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Have you tried the NYC Intense Lip Color Crayons? 

What are your thoughts? 

Leave a comment below and let me know!

Thank you for reading, TaylorPie.

 

NYC city proof Twistable lip color review

 Hello, here is a look at NYC's new City Proof Twistable Lip Color. With these bad boys, you get smooth intense color and they only cost $2.99. What a steal! They have a long lasting glossy finish and come in 12 different shades. 

Where can I buy them? Our local drugstore. I bought mine at Riteaid

How much do they cost?$2.99 each

Do they have a scent? Yes, but it's not overwhelming

How long do they last? 2 hours

Are they sticky? A little but it depends on how much you apply

Do they stain? No 

Do I need a sharpener? No, it's a twist up.

How moisturizing are they? Very Moisturzing 

Do they bleed outside the lip line? No

How many shades are there?12 shades

I have five of the new colors: Riverside Rose, Roosevelt Island Red, Ballroom Blush, Fulton St. Fuchsia and South Ferry Berry. Below I have all of the colors swatched on my arm starting with Riverside Rose at the top by my wrist.            

 

                    Riverside Rose

Riverside Rose is a nice color if you lean to the more natural side. You can wear it sheered out as a nice nude with a mauve tone or build the color for your rosy mauve shade. I like to use it when I need a nutural shade to tone down my look. I do recommend this color.

                    Roosevelt Island Red

To me, Roosevelt Island Red looks similar to blood.  I'm not too crazy about this shade but if you're looking for a lighter deep red then I recommend this color.

                    Ballroom Blush

I love Ballroom Blush! It's a beautiful bright pink and it's perfect for the spring/summer time. It's even brighter in person than the picture. So if you want a flirty pink then I recommend this color.

                    Fulton St. Fuchsia

Fulton St. Fuchsia is the perfect Barbie pink! I love to wear this shade when I want to bring out the girly side of me. The picture just doesn't do the justice for this shade. I definitely recommend it.

                     South Ferry Berry

South Ferry Berry is very similar to Ballroom Blush, except his has more of a Berry color to it ( hence the name). Don't be fooled by the color on the packaging because it looks way diferent swatched on skin. I expected it to be a deep color but boy was I surprised when it turned out to be a Berry pink. I do recommended this shade though, it's very pretty.

Overall, I think NYC did a great job. The City Proof Twistable Lip Colors are so inexpensive and worth every cent. Not only are they creamy but you have so many shades to choose from! Anyone should be able to find the right color for them. I plan on going back to the store to snag up the rest of the shades.   I am so impressed with NYC right now!