Dior | Dior Backstage Rosy Glow & Dior Addict Lip Glow Butter *NEW SHADES*: Review and Swatches

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For 2026, Dior has added four new shades to its beloved Dior Backstage Rosy Glow (C$55 for 4.5 g) and Dior Addict Lip Glow Butter (C$54 for 10 ml) lineups. Inspired by juicy tropical fruits, the new shades bring a fresh and vibrant pop of color to the lips and cheeks. To read more and see some swatches, click......

Pixi Beauty | LipTone: Review and Swatches

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In addition to their popular skincare lineup, Pixi Beauty also offers natural, wearable makeup, with one of their top sellers being the Pixi LipTone (C$10 for 12 ml). Available in six flattering shades, the Pixi LipTone is a pH-adjusting tinted lip balm formulated with nourishing ingredients that deliver a subtle flush of color and long-lasting protection. To read more and see swatches, click......

Dior | Spring 2026 Ultra-Glow Makeup Collection: Review and Swatches

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With a focus on a glowy, fresh, and playful aesthetic, the Dior Spring 2026 Ultra-Glow Makeup Collection introduces a handful of gorgeous limited-edition shades for the eyes, cheeks, and lips. I have swatches of a few standout pieces from the collection to share with you. To read on, click below.

fwee | Glowy Jelly Pot: Review and Swatches

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Jelly makeup is one of the latest trends to hit the beauty scene, and I had not had the chance to try it until now. I was thrilled when fwee sent over their Glowy Jelly Pot (US$18 for 4g) for me to test out. With its unique, bouncy jelly texture, the Glowy Jelly Pot is a versatile balm that delivers a sheer wash of color to both the lips and cheeks. Curious to know what I thought? Click to read more...

Romand | Sheer Tinted Stick: Review and Swatches

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During my trip to Seoul, I visited the new Romand (stylized as Rom&nd) "Pink Office" flagship store in Seongsu and picked up a few newer, more exclusive products that aren’t easily found in the North American market. One of them was the Romand Sheer Tinted Stick (CA$20.46 for 2g), a sheer tinted lip balm released earlier this year and available in six shades. While the launch didn’t generate much buzz, I was still curious to try it, especially since I found the Romand Glasting Melting Balm a bit too sticky for my liking. To read my full review and thoughts, click......

Clinique | Almost Lipstick in "Black Honey" & Pop Plush Creamy Lip Gloss in "Black Honey Pop": Review and Swatches

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If you know makeup, then you probably know about "Black Honey" from Clinique. An iconic red lipstick that's sheer but buildable, "Black Honey" has pretty much gained cult status over the past few decades and every once in a while, there's a resurgence in its popularity. Coincidentally, I first reviewed the Almost Lipstick in "Black Honey" (C$31 for 1.7g) ten years ago (see the post here), so it seems to be the right time to revisit it, along with the more recently released Pop Plush Creamy Lip Gloss in "Black Honey Pop" (C$31 for 3.4 ml). To see some swatches and read my review of both, click......

Romand | Glasting Melting Balm in "07 Mauve Whip", "12 Veiled Rose", "13 Scotch Nude" & "14 Dear Apple": Review and Swatches

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Not too long ago, I tried a couple of the very popular Glasting Melting Balms (C$13.99 for 3.5g) from Romand (stylized as Rom&nd) and instantly fell in love (see my initial review here). Therefore, I quickly purchased a few more shades, including some from the new Dusty on the Nude Collection. I've got reviews and swatches of these to share with you today. To read on, click......

DHC | Color Lip Cream Natural Aroma: Review and Swatches

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When I visited Japan in 2019, I picked up a tinted version of the DHC Lip Cream (the most popular lip balm in Japan) called the DHC Color Lip Cream in "Red". I absolutely loved how pretty the color is and how nice the formulation felt on the lips. So when I was browsing Stylevana and saw the DHC Color Lip Cream Natural Aroma (C$9.89 for 1.5g), I knew I had to add them to my order. Available in two new shades, this is a newer version of the DHC Color Lip Cream scented with essential oils. To read more and see some swatches, click......

Romand | Glasting Melting Balm in "04 Hippie Berry" & "06 Kaya Fig": Review and Swatches

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I've recently dipped my toe into Korean makeup and the brand Romand (stylized as Rom&nd) seems to be incredibly popular, especially for their lip products. I'm a huge fan of sheer tinted balms (the Dior Addict Lip Glow is one of my favorites) so I was instantly drawn to their Glasting Melting Balm (~C$13.99 for 3.5g) range. So I picked up a couple shades and wanted to share my thoughts with you today...

Dior | Summer 2023 Makeup Collection: Review and Swatches

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Dior just dropped its Summer 2023 Collection and it's inspired by the sunny vibes of Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc at the French Riviera. Highlighting the harmony of sandy golds, warm corals, and azure blues, the collection is available now online and in stores. I have reviews and swatches of the entire collection to share with you today. To see all the beautiful products, click......

Guerlain | KissKiss Bee Glow Lipstick Balm: Review and Swatches

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It seems that nowadays, just about every brand has a dupe for the iconic Dior Lip Glow (reviewed here). So naturally, Guerlain also joined the race with the release of the new KissKiss Bee Glow Lipstick Balm (C$50 for 3.2 g). Currently available in four shades, the KissKiss Bee Glow Lipstick Balm is described as a "creamy, tinted lip balm, infused with honey" and made with 98% natural-origin ingredients. To read all about this product and how it compares to the Dior Lip Glow, click......

Dior | Rouge Dior Lip Balm: Review and Swatches

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Just when I thought Dior has created every iteration of the Rouge Dior Lipstick, the brand surprises me with a brand new take. Made with 95% natural-origin ingredients including red peony extract and pomegranate flower extract, the new Rouge Dior Lip Balm (C$49 for 3.5 g) is a refillable tinted balm perfect for the everyday makeup look. I've got reviews and swatches of a few of my favorites shades to share with you today. To read on, click......

Givenchy | *NEW* Rose Perfecto Beautifying Lip Balm: Review and Swatches

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Earlier this year Givenchy revamped its couture tinted balm line-up with ten new gorgeous shades and a 95% natural origin formulation that promises long-lasting hydration. I've got a few shades of the new Rose Perfecto Beautifying Lip Balm (C$45 for 2.8 g) to share with you today. To see some swatches and read my review, click......

Burt's Bees | Squeezy Tinted Balm: Review and Swatches

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New from Burt's Bees comes a 4-shade line-up of deliciously sweet and nourishing tinted lip balms. Made with ingredients of 100% natural origin, the Squeezy Tinted Balm (C$9.99 for 12 g) provides a touch of color with lightweight hydration. I've got reviews and swatches of all four shades to share with you today. To read on, click.......

Mary Kay | Intuitive pH Lip Balm in "Pink" & "Berry": Review and Swatches

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New from Mary Kay comes two color-changing lip balms. Designed to provide the lips with a natural tint of color and a moisturizing sheen, the Intuitive pH Lip Balm (C$21 for 2.92 g) is only available for a limited time. In fact, from now until August 15th, 2020, Mary Kay will donate C$1 from the sales of each lip balm to the Mary Kay Ash Charitable Foundation to support cancer research and efforts to end domestic violence against women in Canada. To read my review of these balms and see some swatches, click......

Givenchy | Spring 2019 Limited Edition Le Rouge Lipstick in "332 Fearless" & Le Rouge Perfecto Balm in "05 Spirited": Review and Swatches

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Givenchy is fully embracing spring with the release of two limited edition lip products. Inspired by Living Coral, Pantone Color of the Year 2019, the Le Rouge Lipstick Spring Limited Edition ($50 for 3.4 g) and Le Rouge Perfecto Spring Limited Edition ($49 CAD for 2.2 g) add a cheery pop of color to any spring look. I have reviews and swatches of both to share with you today. To read on, click......

Chanel | Rouge Coco Flash Lipstick: Review and Swatches

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New from Chanel comes a range of sheer lipsticks with the tagline of "color, shine, and intensity in a flash". Available in a whopping total of 30 shades (6 of which are limited edition), the Rouge Coco Flash ($46 CAD for 3 g) promises an ultra-hydrating wear and a glossy oil finish. To see some swatches and read my review of a few shades from the line, click......