Disclosure: This review is brought to you by Brandbacker and BA Star. I was provided with a product sample in exchange for this review. No other compensation was given. All thoughts and photos included are 100% my own unless otherwise stated.
Though I am a tomboy in many ways, I also have a girly side that comes through in several ways, including my makeup. I have a drawer full of foundations, blushes, eyeshadows…you name it. I love trying new items. Some I love and some I hate.
Up until I tried the BA STAR Holiday Red Lip Pencil, I had never worn anything red on my lips…except for (maybe) some Halloween makeup long ago. So long ago that I don’t remember it.
I never thought I could pull of the red look. I thought it was too bold for me. I tend to go for more neutral colors. However, I admit I was excited to try out the Holiday Red Lip Pencil because it’s a gorgeous color. But I still wasn’t sure if it would work on me.
Well, I’ve tried it…and I actually like it. Let me rephrase that.
I LOVE IT!!
It took a bit to get used to, I admit. I’m not used to my lips standing out as much as they did when I put the lip pencil on for the first time. But I love the festive look of this color. I love that it doesn’t fade away either. I wore it while out running errands and by the time I got home, it was just as bright as it was when I put it on.
I do have to say the pencil does smudge a little so be careful, or else you’ll find yourself redoing your makeup. (I made that mistake.) When washing it off, it will take some work. It’s made to stay put, so be prepared to scrub.
I also have to include my boyfriend’s opinion: “That’s hot!” Thankfully that line was not delivered in Paris Hilton/Nicole Richie fashion. (Yes, I made a The Simple Life reference there.)
I definitely recommend this color to entertainers, like dancers, actresses, cheerleaders, etc. Or to those who are looking to make a statement.
The color stays put.
It stands out.
It’ll make you feel like a bit of bombshell. And who doesn’t want to feel that way once in awhile? Seriously, you may find yourself belting out a few lines of “I Feel Pretty” when you least expect it.
Sidenote: If you want to add some shine to that color, top it with your favorite lip gloss or glitter.
To purchase your own Holiday Red Lip Pencil by BA STAR, please visit their official website. Use the code BBLIPS and receive a 50% discount. This discount is only valid off the full retail price.
Disclosure: This review is brought to you by Brandbacker and BA Star. I was provided with a product sample in exchange for this review. No other compensation was given. All thoughts and photos included are 100% my own unless otherwise stated.