Spring Lip Edit

That time of the year has come. It's time to say goodbye to the dark berry toned lipsticks I've worn since September and time to say hello to those lighter more Spring-esque lip colours that you're seeing everywhere at the moment.

My first lipstick of choice is one that hasn't left my lips since I brought it. It's the Rosie For Autograph Lipstick in the shade Lady Rose. It's a stunning mauvey nude shade that doesn't have too much brown in it or too much pink either. If you're of a fairer complexion like me and have shyed away from nudes because they wash you out, go and give this a swatch. This shade actually adds a warmth to the skin that some nudes don't. It is a sheen finish lipstick but I've found that it dries down to almost a semi matte finish that is comfortable on the lips and long wearing. It's very creamy to apply and is opaque in one coat but you can always layer it up if you really want to make your lips a statement. Whilst it does transfer when you eat and drink, you're not left with that odd looking line around your lips and touching it up is simple and easy. Definitely one I'm going to be getting a lot of wear out of this spring.

The next lipstick of choice is an old favourite of mine and surprisngly it's still going strong. It's the Revlon Colorburst Stain in the shade Honey. This is a perfect level if you're just starting off with lipsticks. It's a very light yet wearable pink shade that goes with most looks and adds just a touch of colour if you don't want a bold lip. It comes in a chubby balm like packaging which makes it easy to travel with and for touch ups. It can taking some building up to get the colour pay off you want but as it's a stain once that initial shines gone you are left with a stain of colour on your lips which stays put for quite a while. Plus it smells like mint and is refreshing on the lips when they're not feeling their best.

Onto the third lipstick and technically it's not a lipstick but a lip liner. But as I wear it like I would lipstick I thought it'd be okay to mention. This is the Rimmel Exaggerate Lip Liner in Eastend Snob. It's another of those mauvey pink shades that doesn't completely wash out the complexion. Creamy texture this applies nicely to the lips and doesn't budge off the lips. However it can be very drying on the lips and can show all the imperfections on your lips. As it's a mechanical pencil it can be harder to apply than the other lipsticks/lip liners and is very easy to break as you apply it.

Number four is another lipstick from Rimmel. It's the Kate Moss Nude Lipstick in 45. When I first saw this lipstick I considered it to have a mauve undertone but comparing it to my Rosie For Autograph lipstick it looks like it has more of a grey undertone. It may just be me but they certainly don't look similar. However it's still a lovely sheen finish lipstick that doesn't go over the top with the colour but still gives a nice finish to a look. It can be slightly drying on the lips but you can easily pop a bit of lip balm over the colour to make sure lips stay hydrated for longer.

The last lipstick of choice is the only matte lipstick to feature in this edit. It's the Maybelline Color Drama Velvet Lip Pencil in the shade Keep It Classy. This is a slightly brighter pink than the others but is still neutral enough to wear everyday. It comes in a pencil form similar to the NARS Velvet Lip Pencils which makes application quick and easy. Initially there is a sheen to the finish but it does dry down to a matte finish that lasts all day and isn't ridiculously drying on the lips. I love these pencils as they easy to use, small enough to throw in your handbag and quick for touch ups.

So that's it for my Spring Lip Edit. What are your top 5 lipsticks this spring? Do you have any recommendations for me to try out. Let me know in the comments.