‘Pristine’ by Illamasqua
Price: $26.00 for (0.14 oz)
Finish: Matte
Formula – Illamasqua’s color-rich formula packs a bold punch with their matte, black lipstick in ‘Pristine’. Creamy and moisturising with a heavenly opaque coverage, it’s easy to see why it’s one of my most coveted products. My experience with black lipsticks usually includes an overly glossy, waxy mess that feathers and smears within minutes of application.
Finish and Packaging – The hardy matte finish of ‘Pristine’ provides extra longevity and adds a touch of maturity and sophistication for those of you whom want to keep it classic and simple. If you’re a stickler for cosmetic packaging, Illamasqua products sport a sleek square cut packaging and light vanilla scent that is certainly a complimentary accent to any make-up clad vanity.
at 9:18 pm
The Portland Black is my favourite too and it really does last all day and give credit to the phrase “It’s what’s inside that counts!” I have Tarred by OCC too but I found it isn’t totally opaque. I’m intrigued by the Illamasqua one but I’ll stick with Portland Lipstick Company.
at 9:43 pm
Never heard of this brand. Gonna have to give them a try. <3
at 12:03 am
IF you’re referring to The Portland Black Lipstick Company – they’re like the hidden gem of the cosmetics world. They make amazingly pigmented lip products. I have yet to try all of their stuff, but I highly recommend you give them a try
at 12:16 am
Yes, it’s absolutely brilliant! The OCC lip tar is opaque for me, but it does require some layering. That’s what I like about it. It’s quite diverse. If you ever want to splurge, treat yourself to Pristine. I love having a complete matte black lipstick handy. It’s quite sophisticated!