Spotlight On: Burberry Lip Velvet Long Wear Lipstick

Burberry Lip Velvet Long Wear Lipstick

Pink Apricot No.301* 

If the packaging and presentation of this product wasn't so darn sleek and stunning, I would apologise for the photo heavy post. However, I fear even the final selection of the 30+ photos I snapped of this beautiful creation, do not quite do it the justice I feel it deserves. The length of this post, for just one lipstick, is testament to my adoration for it too I am sure.

Pink Apricot {No.301} is one of twelve refined shades from the Burberry Beauty AW12 collection. The Lip Velvet's are "effortless long wear matte" lipsticks, with richly pigmented and hydrating shades, that leave a velvety finish to the lips. The lightweight, water resistant formula offers impressive longevity, without feeling heavy or overbearing.

For my first foray into the world of Burberry Beauty products, I was unapologetically impressed. From the subtle and classic Burberry print design on the packaging, the satisfying magnetic snap closure of the lid, to the embossing on the bullet itself, this product oozes high end make up sex appeal. It feels exquisite and excellent quality before you even apply it to your lips - and may I also add, the scent is reminiscent of Parma Violets, if a little more sophisticated.

As for the shade itself, Pink Apricot is indeed an accurate description - think warm, brown toned pink, combined with a gentle apricot, to create an incredibly wearable and flattering shade, that has the perfect amount of colour for these dreary days. From the shade to the packaging, this lipstick makes me feel less like a kid playing dress up, and more like the adult that I suppose I should embrace being. 

When applied to the lips, the consistency is thick, yet glides on smoothly, and I find this to be surprisingly hydrating for a matte lipstick, making it not only effortless to apply, but comfortable to wear too. Burberry Beauty designed this with a "breathable, protective and elegant" finish in mind, which I think they most certainly have achieved. I can also testify to it's long wearing properties pretty successfully, for the swatch I initially applied still remained visible after 3 washes with vigorous scrubbing each time - impressive.

Burberry Lip Velvet Long Wear Lipsticks retail at £22.50, and are available online or from various instore beauty counters {hint: check out the store locator to find your local stockist}. Someone should probably physically restrain me from visiting my local counter...

Have you tried any Burberry Beauty products? What are you lusting after from the AW12 collection?

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