Two new lip formulas were just released by Laura Mercier and they are part of the Caviar line. Laura Mercier is known for her caviar eye shadow sticks which continue to be a top seller and now there are lipsticks and lip liners included in the range. There is the Caviar Smoothing Matte Refillable lipsticks and the Caviar Perfecting Lip Liner. Both are designed to be long wearing with a wide range of shades that could create a variety of looks. I love the idea that more brands are moving towards refillable products. The lipstick packaging of the new Caviar Smoothing Matte Lipsticks are heavy and feel very luxe. It definitely makes sense that you will be able to keep that gorgeous packaging and replace it with a new lipstick bullet when you need it. I have all of the shades in both the matte lipsticks and the lip liners to share in today’s post.

Laura Mercier Caviar Smoothing Matte Lipstick

On the whole, I am not a huge matte lip fan but one of the exceptions to this is the Laura Mercier Petal Soft Lipstick Crayon. That has stayed a favorite for me since I first tried the formula so I had high hopes for this new matte lipstick launch. Thankfully the texture was very reminiscent of those petal soft crayons but with a bit more pigment and longevity. There are so many shades in the collection that range from very nude to bold and vibrant.

Price Point

Let’s talk first about price because it is steep. The lipsticks are $45 each and the refill is $29. I do think that is a bit high but I guess in the long run, you are only buying the refill for $29 which seems much more in line with what I would feel comfortable spending for these. (My discount code: MAREE20 will give you 20% off too!)

Packaging

The very substantial and heavy packaging definitely contributes to the higher price point. There is a magnetic closure which I love and it feels very weighty in your hand.

Shade Range

It’s been a long time since I have seen a VERY nude lipstick and this launch has two of them! Most of the other shades are what we can expect from the brand and there is definitely something for everyone. Easy to wear daytime shades and very bold shades for evening. But if you have been looking for that “concealer” type shade in a lipstick, I definitely think you will be happy.

Formula

While it is a matte formulation, it does not feel dry or uncomfortable. It actually feels very smooth and creamy. It’s designed to be a hydrating long wearing matte lipstick and I definitely think it kept my lips more hydrated than most other matte lipsticks.

Longevity

It is supposed to be long wearing for up to 16 hours though I confess that I didn’t wear it that long. It did last nearly all day on my lips with only minimal touch ups needed after eating. It’s not transfer-proof but definitely will last most of the day.

Pigment

These are a one swipe full coverage lipstick with intense color payoff.

Finish

While these do give a matte finish to the lips, I would describe it closer to a demi-matte with a bit of blurring. It doesn’t emphasize fine lines or texture which I appreciate.

Laura Mercier Caviar Smoothing Matte Lipstick Swatches

As you can see from the above swatches, the shades in this lipstick formula are quite extensive. A few ones to take note of if you are looking for some suggestions. Nude Sateen and Chantilly Lace are VERY nude – concealer-like nude and I haven’t seen that in a long time so I think these will be quite popular for those looking for this specific type of color. Scarlet Velvet and Flame Challis are richly vibrant red shades that offer a blue undertone and an orange undertone. Rosewood Silk and Pink Chiffon are the most everyday shades that I think will be popular and give just enough color without being too bold. Mulberry Moire is the perfect deep fall and winter shade and launched at the perfect time. Here is a list of all the shades available as well as a quick description of each color:

• Scarlet Velvet – bright medium blue red
• Chantilly Lace – pale muted peach beige
• Nude Sateen – warm toned medium peach
• Pink Chiffon – deep-tone beige
• Brown Suede – dirty rose
• Blush Chenille – nude pink
• Pink Tulle – medium blue tone pink
• Rose Crepe – cool pinky red
• Rosewood Silk – deep rosey brown
• Peach Cashmere – warm peachy nude
• Coral Velour – deep pinky peach
• Flame Challis – bright red orange
• Mulberry Moire – deep warm brick red
• Mauve Charmeuse – mid-tone mauve pink
• Plum Plisse – deep warm berry
• Rosy Voile – rosy mauve

Laura Mercier Caviar Perfecting Lip Liners

I’ve never been a die hard lip liner user but as I have gotten older, I realize the need for it to help define my lip line (which seems to be rapidly disappearing #rude) These harken back to the old school lip liners that I remember from years ago. A true pencil that is stiff and delivers intense pigment. However the biggest difference from those ones from years past and these is that these don’t skip on the lips and apply easily.

Price Point

These are a mid range priced lip liner at $29 each. (my discount code: MAREE20 gets you 20% off!)

Formula

These are a drier formula in my opinion and feel quite stiff as you apply them. However, they don’t skip or drag so it is very easy to apply.

Shade Range

I think there is a nice range of shades in this launch though I wish they would add one or two more cool toned neutral lip liners to complete the collection.

Longevity

These are very long wearing as they claim to be so they pair well with the lipsticks and would also work with lip glosses and lip oil formulas.

Finish

This is definitely a matte finish lip liner but has the same slight blurring property to it that the lipsticks do.

Packaging

These are an old school pencil lip liner that you sharpen as it slows wears down.

Laura Mercier Caviar Perfecting Lip Liner Swatches

Most of the shades in this collection skew a bit more warm and range from very nude to bold. Delicate Nude is the perfect shade to tone down the red or pink in your lips. Red Velvet and Precious Plum are vibrant reds that also look great worn alone. The three shades that I liked the most out of this collection are Plush Pink, Rosewood and Elegant Blush. Here’s a list of all the shades available and a short description of each.

• Delicate Nude – nude beige
• Plush Pink – deep rosey brown
• Brown Tulle – intense cool brown
• Elegant Blush – cool nude pink
• Rosewood – dirty rose
• Opulent Peach – light yellow pink
• Red Velvet – bright blue-red
• Lavish Mulberry – peachy coral
• Luxurious Mauve – warm dusty mauve
• Precious Plum – deep warm red

I have so many great drugstore makeup discoveries as well as some old favorites so I thought I would update this post with all of them. All of these would also be great for fall if you are looking to update your makeup routine for the new season. Some of these I have full reviews on so I will be sure to share a link to any applicable blog posts for more detailed reviews.

Drugstore Fall Makeup Haul

L’Oreal True Match Nude Hyaluronic Tinted Serum

As I have gotten older, I definitely find that lightweight foundations and skin tints look better on my face. I have tried this Tinted Serum Foundation before but had the wrong shade so this time I got the correct shade and fell in love with it even more. It’s designed to be lightweight skin tint with skincare benefits – most specifically hyaluronic acid which helps hydrate the skin. It’s not thin and runny like a serum and has a thicker texture much like a foundation. But product names aside, the texture is still lightweight and super easy to blend. It truly feels like I am not wearing anything on my skin – so weightless! (Full review here)

L’Oreal True Match Serum Concealer

I have a few serum concealers in my collection that are all quite amazing so I was not sure how this drugstore version would compare. Like the Tinted Serum Foundation, the L’Oreal True Match Radiant Serum Concealer contains skincare ingredients that helps to hydrate and smooth the under eye area. It’s can be used anywhere on the face that you want to conceal. I had high hopes for this concealer after loving both the foundation and tinted serum and I am happy to say that it lived up to my expectations. (Full review here)

Naturium Phyto-Glow Nourishing Lip Balm

The Naturium Phyto-Glow Lip Balms are a nourishing lip balm designed to nourish the lips and leave them feeling silky, smooth and moisturized. With they can definitely be used as a treatment, Naturium launched a ton of colors that I love wearing during the day as my primary lip color. They give pigment while still keeping my lips moisturized and smooth. From the packaging to the formula, I love using these regularly and constantly recommend them to those looking for a tinted lip balm option. (Full review here)

e.l.f. O Face Satin Lipstick

Out of all my lip picks, this is the most traditional type of lipstick and formula. It’s a creamy satin texture that gives medium to full(ish) coverage but still feels so smooth and comfortable on my lips. This is a one swipe lipstick and it lasts the longest out of all the options I have in this post. The shade I love in this is Dirty Talk.

NYX Butter Gloss

For $7, these are one of the best lip formulas around! They give sheer to medium coverage and the pigment is very rich. Some glosses or lipstick/gloss formulas won’t deliver the exact color on the tube to your lips. It will be duller, less intense or a sheer wash of it. But these NYX Professional Butter Glosses really look exactly like the color on the packaging. The NYX Butter Gloss is a top seller for good reason. It’s never sticky or tacky and wears beautifully on its own or layered over a lip liner or lipstick.

L’Oreal Glow Paradise Lip Balm-in-Gloss

I’ve been wearing these for a few years and they are still some of my favorite lip formulas. These balm-in-gloss give good pigment and can be built up to be slightly more medium coverage. The L’Oreal Glow Paradise Hydrating Lip Balm-in-Gloss is infused with hyaluronic acid and pomegranate extract that help to condition them throughout the day.

Maybelline Lifter Gloss

I want all the hyaluronic acid in my facial skincare and ALSO in my lip products! Hyaluronic acid is one of my favorite skincare ingredients because of its ability to maintain moisture and plump the surface of whatever it is applied to. In this case, the Maybelline Lifter Gloss is chock full of hyaluronic acid which will help smooth and hydrate the surface of the lips. While also minimizing the appearance of any lines. The shine on the Lifter Gloss is worth mentioning as well because it makes my lips look like glass without any tackiness.

L’Oreal Glow Paradise Balm-in-Lipstick

The formula is truly the best of both worlds. It’s a lipstick that wears and feels like a moisturizing lip balm. Whether you wear makeup or not, I definitely think the L’Oreal Glow Paradise Balm-in-Lipstick is a lip product that almost everyone would love. It’s quite sheer which makes it easy to throw on and go and it’s gentle enough for sensitive lips. I have a few colors in this formula but my favorite by far is Peach Charm. It’s a vibrant bright coral in the tube but goes on like a subtle hint of peach color.

L’Oreal True Match Foundation

Wow. Wow. Just wow. Every time I wear this foundation, I am blown away by how beautiful it looks on my skin. The color match is perfect, the coverage is buildable, it feels weightless on the skin and is very long wearing. The finish looks skin-like without being too glowy or too matte. You can build this foundation up to be more medium coverage or sheer it out to be quite light.

Milani Nourishing Lip Plumper in Nude Shimmer and Champagne

These plumping glosses are gorgeous! Very sheer and glossy, but not sticky or tacky at all. They really make the lips look full and smooth. There is a slight plumping feeling but nothing that is irritating or painful. All the colors in the collection are super wearable and easy to wear alone or layer over a lip liner or lipstick.

L’Oreal Lumi Glotion

If you want to add a bit of shine and moisture to the cheeks without disrupting your powder bronzer or blush, dab the L’Oreal Lumi Glotion (I wear shade Fair) to the high points of the cheekbones. It gives a radiant glow without being too shiny. I apply it either with my fingers or big fluffy brush. It can also be worn as an all over primer under your foundation but I use it the most as a highlighter. It gives my skin the perfect amount of radiance while still looking like skin.

L’Oreal Lumi Le Liquid Blush

If you love the Lumi Glotion, you will probably love the Lumi Liquid Blushes. They are hydrating and creamy while still delivering a ton of pigment and intensity. I like to apply them onto a makeup mixing palette and work off that so I can control the amount I am putting on.

L’Oreal Le Shadow Stick

I will forever be a one and done eyeshadow gal and these shadow sticks are absolute perfection! They are smoooth, creamy, long lasting and come in a ton of everyday wearable shades. I also recommend these to any one that struggles with crepey lids because they show very little texture and have a subtle blurring effect.

Hard Candy Glosstopia Lip Repair Oil

The price point on the Hard Candy lip oil is under $10 so it’s a great affordable option. It gives a nice glass-like finish to the lips and smells really good. The colors available are all very sheer and are great to layer over richer lip colors.

L’Oreal Colour Riche Original Satin Lipstick

As someone who primarily likes very sheer or slightly glossy lip formulas, this is a true old school medium coverage lipstick. And I LOVE IT! It has a satin finish and feels very comfortable on the lips. The shade that I wear regularly is Worth It and it is the perfectly neutral nude pink for everyday.