A Christmas gift from my parents, Viva Glam V is another lipstick that has been added to my collection. I actually chose this lipstick after seeing how gorgeous it looked on Tanya Burr in her favourite MAC lipsticks video, and it's a decision I'm really happy with. I don't have many nude-ish lippies as I find they wash me out but I've been using this quite a bit!
It's another lustre finish with a champagne shimmer. If you don't like shimmery lipsticks then it's probably not for you, but I found it incredible flattering and one that would suit both warmer and cooler skin tones. Being a pink-brown shade, it is perfect for use during the day.
I've found it lasts a reasonable couple of hours on the lips and I wasn't expecting much more with it being such a subtle shade. I found the formula non-drying, but there are definitely more hydrating lipsticks around.
Do you have any of the Viva Glam lipsticks in your collection?
I really love this lipstick for work and everyday, I think it will always be a firm repurchase in my books and I love that 100% of money goes to charity. Technically its like donating to charity! I really love your lip swatches :)
ReplyDeleteI agree, I think more high-end companies should take a leaf out of MAC's book when it comes to charity cuts. Thanks lovely :)
DeleteThis looks lovely on you. I really like the viva glam nicki, the coral looking one. Would love to add one to my collection.
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I love the look of Viva Glam Nicki but I doubt it would suit me at all! xx
DeleteGreat shade! I don't have any Viva Glams yet x
ReplyDeleteMost of them are pretty natural and wearable shades, definitely worth checking out x
Deletei have this... i really like it xxx
ReplyDeleteIt's one of my favourites, so pretty xxx
DeleteI have Viva Glam II which I mostly bought as I did a campaign analysis on Viva Glam in my first term at uni- however I've fallen in love with it now! I must try V too; for such a good cause as well x
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Oh I bet that was really interesting to write about! I love the look of Viva Glam I as well :) x
DeleteOhhh pretty lipstick :)
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It is! xx
DeleteOh wow, that really does look gorgeous for everyday wear... gives that amped up natural beauty sort of look! :)
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Definitely one to add to the "no makeup makeup" looks :)
DeleteThis is so pretty, I don't have any Viva Glams but this makes me want to pick one up :) x
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You should have a bit of a play at the MAC counter, the majority of the shades are really wearable :) xx
DeleteThis is such a lovely color :D
ReplyDeleteIt is! :)
Deleteits such a lovely color
ReplyDeleteIt's gorgeous, you should give it a go next time you're at a counter :)
DeleteI wore this today! I do love it, but I thought it looked really funny on me today - maybe because I'm wearing fake tan! Looks great on you though :) xx
ReplyDeleteI get like that with lipsticks sometimes, it often ends up being one of my favourites as well haha! xx
DeleteThat colour is lovely! I need a new MAC lipstick now! ha xx
ReplyDeleteHaha when does a girl not need a new MAC lipstick ;) xx
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