So I've been on break from the blog for quite a while. I actually got a bunch of new stuff that I really wanted to put to the test before I can feel confident enough to post a review about them. I had a post about a fiber lash mascara and it was merely a first impression review. Oh boy, did I have quite a reaction to that. My right eye swelled for almost a week! So I'm not so sure I want to write about first impressions anymore. From now on, I would prefer writing full on reviews about products that I've used for some time.
On to the review! Today's is about the Snoe Rouge Deluxe Complete Lip Care (Php 399). Snoe Beauty Inc. is a local brand in the Philippines that has a considerable cult following. And now that I've tested a few of their products, I can actually, in good authority, say that their products are at par with international high end brands. I got their blushes and they are perfectly comparable with the Tarte Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush. But that's a post for another day. I picked up four of their lipsticks, with most shades appropriate for the fall season.
First off, let's talk about the packaging. I mean, how cute is that?! They're almost too pretty to use. I love bringing these in my makeup bag just as much as my MAC lipsticks and just pop them out in public to reapply. (I'm such a show off lol!) But, really, this is the kind of packaging that's just so adorable you need to whip it out.
The formula of these lipsticks is almost equivalent to the Satin finish of MAC lipsticks. They're not matte, but they're not super moisturizing either. However, they are very creamy during application, except for the shade X10 Plum Crazy which kind of "skips" whenever I put it on and is a bit patchy. These lipsticks are also very pigmented. One swipe and you get full blown color. And they last for quite sometime too! They last some 4 to 5 hours on me, but that's without eating. If I eat, especially it it's something oily, I will need to reapply especially at the center of my lips because I don't wanna look like a chola lol. They do wear off nicely though. I noticed that the lighter colors leave off a stronger stain than the darker ones. Weird huh?
So now, onto the swatches:
X19 Mauve Movement
X19 Mauve Movement is a very bright pinky mauve. This is actually better to wear during the summer, but hey, it's always hot as summer in the Philippines, so why not?
X12 Vintage Rose
I love this color for everyday. This is a very fall appropriate nude because it's a deep nude color that leans toward brown. This is my favorite among the four I have and I can totally see me repurchasing this once it runs out. I think this shade is most flattering for light/medium, medium to deeper skin tones.
X10 Plum Crazy
This lipstick is purple! When I swatched it at the store I thought it would look like MAC Rebel on me but it just doesn't. I had the most difficulty with this shade because it was patchy, application was uneven. I had to swipe it on several times to even out the color. It's not very flattering on the teeth either. It makes my teeth look more yellow. This shade does brighten up my complexion though, so I'm still on the fence about this one.
Marsala 2015
And, finally, this beautiful shade is a limited edition, which happens to be the 2015 color of the year. It's a gorgeous deep berry shade that's bound to look complimentary across all skin tones from very light to very dark.
Summary:
- Price: 10/10. At Php 399 a piece, these lipsticks perform just as well, if not better, as international high end lipsticks.
- Packaging: 10/10. I have to give them ten, the packaging is beautiful! The pattern on the lipsticks is intricate and very "mandala" looking.
- Formula: 8/10. I absolutely love the formula of these lipsticks even if Plum Crazy did disappoint me a little. They don't look flat, and they don't look too overly glossy either.
- Longevity: 8/10. I just hate that I look like I have chola lips after eating with these lipsticks on, otherwise they actually have decent lasting power.
VERDICT: 9/10
I definitely recommend these lipsticks. They are fantastic, just wonderful! The formula of these products were very well thought of and I cannot speak any more highly of them.
Snoe Beauty Inc. is available in the following locations:
NCR
QUEZON CITY
Wellworth Mall – G/F Department Store
Landmark Trinoma – G/F Department Store
SM North Edsa – Main Bldg, UG/F (beside Aficionado)
MANDALUYONG
SM Megamall – Cinderella Department Store
SM Megamall – G/F (Beside Foodcourt)
Robinson's Galleria – 3/F (in front of Lee Pipes)
SAN JUAN
Greenhills Shoppesville – 3/F
PASIG
SM Supercenter Pasig – G/F (near Land Transportation Office)
TAGUIG
Market! Market! – G/F (in front of Forme)
MAKATI
Glorietta – Cinderella Department Store
Landmark Makati – Department Store, G/F
MANILA
SM City Manila – 3/F (beside Folded & Hung)
Robinson's Place Ermita – G/F Cinderella Department Store
SM San Lazaro – 2/F (beside PrimaDonna)
PARANAQUE
SM City Sucat – G/F
LAS PINAS
SM Southmall – G/F (beside Sunnies by Charlie)
SM Center Las Pinas – UG/F
MUNTINLUPA
SM Muntinlupa – 2/F (along Fashion Ave.)
Festival Mall – G/F (near the entrance of Shopwise)
Alabang Town Center – Metro Gaisano Department Store
LUZON
LAGUNA
Shopwise San Pedro – (in front of the Supermarket)
Salon 28 – Pacita Rd, San Pedro Laguna
SM City Sta Rosa – G/F (near Banco De Oro)
CAVITE
Ayala District Mall Dasmarinas G/F (near Bench)
Ayala District Mall Imus – G/F (in front of Payless)
RIZAL
Sta. Lucia Grand Mall, Cainta – Cinderella Department Store
Robinsons Place Antipolo – G/F Activity Center
PAMPANGA
Marquee Mall – Metro Gaisano Department Store
ILOCOS NORTE
Red Dot Boutique – Laoag City
VISAYAS
CEBU
Ayala Center Cebu – 2/F, New Wing
Ayala Center Cebu – Metro Gaisano Department Store
Metro Gaisano Colon – Department Store
One Pavillion Mall – Department Store, 2/F
BOHOL
Island City Mall – Department Store
MINDANAO
DAVAO
Abreeza Mall – 2/F (in front of Robinsons Department Store)
CAGAYAN DE ORO
Ayala Centrio Mall – 1/F (CM Recto Entrance)
GENERAL SANTOS
KCC Mall – Department Store
SM City General Santos - 2/F (in front of Max's)
Selected items available:
Common Thread – PowerPlant Mall Rockwell 2/F
Common Thread – Greenbelt 5 2/F
GLAMOURBOX PH
SEEK THE UNIQ
MALILIBULLE (Europe)
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