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MAC Magic, Mirth, and Mischief Put a Spell On You Pink Lip Bag ($36) Pink puts a spell on you, and with its trio of Dream Lipstick, Dervish Lip Pencil and Baby Sparks Dazzleglass, this lip kit is no different. Comes in a small, stylish rectangular makeup bag of polished silvery-pewter vinyl, the zip adorned with a round bead and grosgrain ribbon detail. Limited edition.

My Thoughts:

I love pink lip color. The lipstick, Dream, is a glaze lipstick. The color is more of a sheer, color and it provides a sheen/shine. It reminds me of dark, dusty rose color. Baby Sparks Dazzleglass has a lot of sparkle. A lot. It certainly gave my lips a lot of “bling” and gave the illusion of fuller lips. I love the sheer pink color. It’s perfect for all year round use. Dervish lip pencil is a pink mauve color that gave my lips a perk of color. It’s like a YLBB (Your Lips But Better) color. Out of the 2 lip bags, this is the one I got, because this is goes perfectly with a smoky eye.

MAC Magic, Mirth, and Mischief House of Mirth Deep Lip Bag ($36) Deep and mirthfully rich, this lip kit features Fantasia Lipstick, Cedar Lip Pencil and Get Rich Quick Dazzleglass. Comes in a small, stylish rectangular makeup bag of polished silvery-pewter vinyl, the zip adorned with a round bead and grosgrain ribbon detail. Limited edition.

My Thoughts:

I actually didn’t get this because I tend to shy away from dark lip colors. I’m not bold enough to rock dark lips even though I want to. When I tried it, it wasn’t as dark as I expected. Fantasia, the lipstick,  was a deep rosy color. I felt this lipstick was more pigmented and not as sheer as the lipstick in the Put a Spell On You Pink Lip Bag. If I wasn’t so scared of dark lip colors, I would have gotten this too.

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Urban Decay Lip Primer Potion ($20) Prepare your lips for the day ahead. Our invisible primer lays a silky foundation for your favorite lipstick or gloss. Color is truer, applies smoother, lasts longer, and will not fade or feather. The easy-glide formula feels velvety-soft, without the drying feeling often associated with long-lasting lip color.

The formula includes SPF 15 (yay!) and moisturizing Vitamins A, C and E for a primer that protects and perfects. And, our pretty roll-up tube and slanted bullet make for precise, easy application.

My Thoughts:

I really like this lip primer. It’s so hydrating! No worries about cracked, dried out lips here. It kept my lipstick on and in place for hours and it even worked for lipglosses too! My only complaint is when you initially apply it, it’s rather difficult to to apply. I had to warm it up a bit first by swiping it a few times on my hand, then applying it. The lip primer went on much smoother after warming it up.

Smashbox Doubletake Lipcolor ($22) Our new DOUBLETAKE LIP COLOR is a lip pencil and creamy lip color in one! This vitamin-packed, long-wearing formula has caffeine and nourishing wheat glycerides to moisturize and protect lips. The sleek portable pencil fits into any purse for touch ups on-the-go.

My Thoughts:

I really like these lip pencils. I love how I don’t have to pick a lipliner to match my lipcolor or vice versa. It’s all figured out for you. I love that it is a fat pencil. It’s so much easier and faster to color in my lips. The lasting power is pretty strong too. The pencil goes on creamy and smooth. A definite recommendation to everyone.

Smashbox Wicked Lovely Doubletake Lip Color ($22) is a double-ended lip pencil and creamy lip color in a new soft pink nude shade that perfectly complements a sensual smoky eye. The vitamin-packed formula has caffeine and nourishing wheat glycerides to moisturize and protect lips.

My Thoughts:

Wicked Lovely Doubletake Lip Color comes in one color, Gossamer. It is a light pink lip color. It’s a perfect match for a smokey eye look. Be sure to moisturize and buff your lips before using the doubletake lip color because it can accentuate dryness. I don’t use this when I’m tan because it can make me look a little washed-out since it is a light pink color. If I do use this when I am tanned, I make sure to use a lip gloss with a little color to bring color to my lips.

Shiseido The Smoothing Lip Pencil ($20) is the ideal compliment to Perfect Rouge. The rich pigment and light, comfortable feel are a surprising combination that goes on effortlessly and wears beautifully hour after hour. Smudge-resistant formula maintains a refined and beautiful look for hours. Brush designed by Shiseido Artistic Director Dick Page, for easy blending and lipstick application. There are 7 lip pencils to choose from.

My Thoughts:

I have this in Hazel, and the Smoothing Lip Pencil glides on effortlessly. These lip pencil colors go hand-in-hand with Shiseido Perfect Rouge. The brush on the end of the lip pencil is great for blending and applying lipcolor.