#28 Days of Kisses *Day 4 Lipstick Tag

Oh my goodness Since I started this yesterday I have added a couple of lippies to my wishlist.  Doing this tag could be trouble for me lol :) 

I love it :) Not only that I have new blogs to read and have been enjoying since starting this tag.  I can tell this is going to be a huge success and lots of fun.  

If you have missed what this post is all about click here to get more information :) 

So this next lip product I am going to show you isn't exactly a lipstick as such but I do use it as an all over lip product.  I actually received it in the April 2012 Glossybox I loved it when i got it and then sort of forgotten about it for a good while until maybe the last 3 months or so I found myself reaching for it.  In fact I wore it alot in the past week.  

I to be honest have never heard of the brand before. 

 Inika is an Organic Site which sell nothing but pure organic beauty products.  Inika is a 100 percent natural beauty brand incorporating mineral makeup, vegan and organic products that are completely free from synthetic chemicals and harmful ingredients.

Now I have to admit there hasnt been many Organic products in my collection (tut tut).  I actually never really got into the habit of buying any.  Maybe a little bit of mineral products like eyeshadows, blushes and lipsticks from the mineral line from e.l.f (eyes lips face).  Maybe its because alot of Organic products foods etc. is a little pricier than other items.  So maybe thats the reason I pass by it but its great to have the chance to try out anything that's Pure for my body and skin.  Thats why I was thrilled when I received this and I love it.  Since getting this I have been trying out more and more organic and natural products and loving everything I have so far. 

Anyways I am rambling :) (If any of you find my rambling too much let me know but I do like to talk and especially when I am with my friends I never stop lol as you are my friends I find it so comfortable chatting away) 

So today I am going to show you an amazing lip liner from Inika 

The packaging is really no different to any other lip liner and to be honest I was expecting a little more to the packaging especially for the price as on the Inika Website this costs a whopping £13.50 yes I know I said the same (say whaaaaaaatttttt???)  
So I was then thinking ok maybe they concentrated on the formula rather than the packaging (Rather I was Hoping ) 
INIKA Certified Organic Lip Liners are a creamy blend of cold pressed plant waxes and oils added to natural mineral pigments to create beautiful long wearing colour.

The formula did surprise me i have to say I could not believe how smooth and soft it was and is.  It is so so easy to apply yet not too soft to go all over the place.  There is no tugging and literally no effort in using this pencil.

When you have applied the liner you think ok its soft and creamy its bound to move but actually it doesnt it dries as soon as you apply which means no budging.  

Its is transferable but it will take alot of the shade to leave your lips. 

Talking shades

Safari:  Is a stunning stunning warm brown shade.  You can either apply lightly for a natural lip shade or apply heavy for a more noticeable brown lip colour :)  You can apply this just on the outline of you lips to match your favourite lipstick or apply all over the lips.  I do find you need to have you lips moisturised with a little balm before you apple over the lips.  But this is absolutely stunning and Its a pleasure to use each time.  

If i apply this all over the lips I like to wear a little balm over it just for the moisture or i apply Revlons Lip Butter in "Fig" which is a nice match and it looks stunning.  I find this shade lasts for the most part of the day obviously it fades through out but the the tint stays put.  

I have a photo of it on my lips heavy and light 

The top photo is applied heavily the bottom is applied lightly.  :) 
Overall I absolutely love this lip liner.  I am not loving the price tag though and to be honest i will find it very hard to part with £13.50 which is about 15 euro for a lip liner.  They are been sold on ebay alot cheaper so if I get the right price I will surely stock up :) 
Have you ever tried this lip liner or anything from this brand 

Check out the ladies who have also taken part in #28Kisses posts you might see something you want to try out for yourself :)

•                                                                          Nykki Talks Beauty
•                                                                            Emily Nailed It 
• Confessions of a Secret Shopper
• Face Value Blog
• FashionCHICsta
• NykkeyB
• Beauty is Perfection
• Aglaia Beauty
• Maria Sparkle
• Pixie Dust and Fairytales
• Pretty, Posh, Oh My Gosh!
• Confessions of a Make-up Addict
• The Glamourous life of a French House Wife
• Beauti by Jinjer
• Balmain Beauty
• Kaka Beauty Blog

I really hope you enjoy this little journey or new task I am taking part in with these lovely ladies and If you are interested in taking part you still can simply click on the top picture to take you to Nykki's Blog.  See you tomorrow with Day 5 :) 

Lots of Love Luck & Laughter 

I love love love hearing from you all :) I make it my duty to read each and every one of you comments and every time i get a comment from you it highlights my day thanks so so much to you all xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Palladio Herbal Tinted Lip Balm & More Review

Incase some of you have never heard of Palladio I will give you a little insight in what it is:

Palladio Beauty Group is a company based in Hollywood, Florida formed by a group of experts in the cosmetics and beauty industry on November 1^st 1999.  The company was formed with the principal idea of providing high quality products at affordable prices.  PBG is the manufacturer of Palladio “Herbal & Vitamin Enriched Cosmetics”.

Palladio is a full line of herbal and vitamin enriched cosmetics.  Enriched with essential herbs and vitamins such as; Green Tea, Chamomile, Ginseng, Ginkgo Biloba, Aloe Vera and Anti-Oxidant Vitamins A, C, D & E to improve the skins elasticity and combat aging.  Palladio “Herbal & Vitamin Enriched Cosmetics is distributed in beauty outlets and high end specialty retailers throughout the United States and Internationally.   Palladio Beauty Group is also the manufacturer of "The Rice Powder Company".  "The Rice Powder Company" is a rice enriched line of cosmetics that consists of facial products that have the added benefit of controlling the facial oils that cause shine.  Palladio Beauty Group do not condone animal testing. Their products are tested only on office volunteers.

This is my little collection 

The First time i heard of this company was from the famous Emily Noel 83 aka The Beauty Broadcaster  .  She loves the Palladio range especially the Herbal Lip Balms.  Please have a look at my video review on these and then My pictures and swatches below:

The Palladio Herbal Tinted Lip Balm

Palladio States 

• UV filters
• Moisturizes
• Long-lasting color

Palladio Tinted Lip Balm is enriched with UV filters to protect the lips, this unique lip balm formula moisturizes while adding sheer, long-lasting color. Wear these lip balms by themselves, or under your favorite Palladio Herbal Lipstick as a hydrating base!

"Bronzy Pink, Golden Pink, Cotton Candy & Rosey

As i Stated above i went with Emily's word and ordered the shades she had as i liked the look of them in her swatches.  I was supper excited to try them out and i searched high and low to try and get them.  I finally found them and got them.   They were available on the Makeup Geek Site for $3.89/€3/£2.50 each they also ship internationally.  When i got them in the post i was so excited to try them and fell in love straight away.  Now i bet your think "What she so excited about lip balm for and why these ones in particular" well believe me i have never come across lip balms like these i tell you :) :) 

Bronzy Pink

This is a Fantastic shade.....It gives a beautiful bronzed shade on the lips and has a slight golden shimmer to it.  This is such a pretty summery shade and when the sun hits it you lips look amazing.  

This picture was taken with flash 

Golden Pink 

This is another beautiful shade........This is definitely true to its name is a beautiful pink with golden shimmer the shimmer compliments the shade and your lips i love it.  It sort of gives a frosty finish.  

 Cotton Candy 

This is a lovely natural baby pink shade again with a tad of shimmer.....not as much shimmer as the other two but does give the MLBB look.  Its pretty sheer but still noticeable on the lips 

Rosey 

This shade is perfect for anyone who is a little intimidated by a red lip......I know alot of people who would love to wear a red lip but just not sure about it......This gorgeous shade gives you the red look but not a strong one this would suit any skin tone i love it.  I have found this has a slight goldy undertone to it i looks fantastic i love it.  

My overall opinion 

As im sure you have guess i am super impressed with these tinted lip balms.  They are incredibly moisturising and even after they start wearing off they still tend to leave a slight colour especially the "rosey" one.  I love that they dont leave any gross lines behind and the fact they are soft and easy to apply is an extra.  What i love more is the ingredient they have in them for example  coconut oil glicerides, shea butter and herbal extracts which are all good.  They are perfect for the winter and summer months too as the have UV filters in them.  So i definitely give these a 5/5 love them.

Palladio Lip Liner Pencil

Palladio 3 lip liners in shades Vermouth, Pink ice and Pink Frost

Palladio says:  With a firm, yet smooth tip, our slim liners make defining the lips effortless. Contour with ease to prevent bleeding, or use as a base before applying your favorite Palladio lip color to extend wear.

 Prevents lipstick from bleeding

Long lasting formula

Glides on smoothly

Palladio Lip Liner Pencil features a soft textured formula, glides on smoothly to define your natural lip line. The long lasting formula helps to prevents lipstick from bleeding.:)

Vermouth, Pink ice and Pink Frost

It is actually stated that these are compared the Mac Lip liners and are even better.  I dont know as i have never tried a Mac Lip liner.  Thats saying alot about these though.  My experience with these Lip liners are good but i did find that if they are in a cool room they are hard to apply to the lips....i usually warm them up first and that works out for me.  They are super long lasting especially if you use these as a base or even as a lippie for the day with a little gloss over them they look incredible.  Pink Ice and Pink Frost are a perfect shade for a bridal look or MLBB look.     Pink Frost is a nice cool pink but not too frosty.  Pink Ice is a beautiful pink with silver shimmer to it really really pretty.  Vermouth is a great shade for Autumn but also good for anytime of the year.  Its a beautiful wine shade with a brownish undertone to it.  

I got these off the makeup geek store for only $.99 each not bad i tell you :) :) 

Palladio Clear Brow Gel

Clear brow gel can be used to set eye brows or to naturally enhance the eye lashes. Perfect for keeping those stray hairs in place!  and i have to say it works perfectly.  The seperate brush on the bottom side is so handy and the brush with the gel is brilliant.  I used this on my eyelashes some days when i dont want to wear mascara and it makes my eyelashes look great.  This most me $5.89 well worth it.  

So thats it for today everyone i hope you enjoyed my review 

hope you are all well 

until next time 

take care 

Love Nina C xoxox

SOME SITES YOU CAN BUY PALLADIO FROM: 

 http://www.palladiobeauty.com/

http://www.beautynaturals.com/brand.aspx?id=PL

http://www.makeupgeek.com/store/