Swatches, swatches, and more swatches! Hooray!
Recently, Urban Decay launched 100 new Vice Lipsticks. Yep – that’s right 100 shades with a variety of different finishes (comfort matte, sheer, cream…etc).
When I first saw them at my local Sephora, I was a little overwhelmed – SO MANY to pick from! I couldn’t decide which one to try so I didn’t buy any (and my bank account thanked me…).
Shortly after, I found out that Sephora was giving out a FREE Urban Decay Lipstick 24-Shade Deluxe Sampler with any $25+ order. I was in need of a new Beauty Blender, so I jumped on this opportunity to try them out and do some swatches for you!
FYI – just giving my marketing “two-cents”, I would have suggested launching them in batches. Think Colourpop – they launch a new product every month or two – not only does it drive traffic to their site, but we buy more (we want to try one of the new products) it also adds excitement, continuing the buzz for a long time. That being said, launching the sample pack was brilliant (and not just because I got one…)! 😉
Here’s what the sample pack looks like:
I’ve decided to divide up my review & swatches into three posts. Here’s why:
- So this isn’t the longest post of all times.
- Some of the colours left a stain so I didn’t want it to effect the swatches
- To save my lips from swatch misery (avoiding sore swollen lips and less attractive swatches…I learned the hard way after doing my ColourPop Lippie Review & Swatches)
It’s Swatch Time!
I’ve included lip swatches, arm swatches, and then text description on each below 🙂
The * represents my favourites.
Rock Steady (Cream) – “deep wine red”
My comments: This colour is H-O-T! It’s slightly darker then your average red, with blue undertones, but not vampy or gothic.
Disturbed (Comfort Matte) – “deep brick red”
My comments: This colour is a darker more matte version of Rock Steady.
Manic (Cream)* – “soft wine”
My Comments: This is more of a nude muted down everyday wearable red / cranberry colour. It’s red but not “in your face”.
Blackmail (Comfort Matte) – “deep berry wine”
My comments: “Dark berry wine” – I agree! It’s a half-shade darker then Disturbed.
GASH (Cream) – “deep red with tonal shimmer”
My comments: This lipstick reminds me of the colour of blood (I know that sounds gross…but it’s true!). I’m guessing that’s wear it got it’s name from.
EZ (Cream)* – “bright orange red”
My comments: It’s a beautiful wearable tomato red. It’s the colour of red that I typically lean towards (not that I wear alot of red lipsticks).
714 (Mega Matte)* – “bright red”
My comment: It reminds me of old hollywood glam.
Snitch (Sheer) – “pale coral pink”
My comment: Peachy pink glossy colour.
First Impressions:
The colours are gorgeous and I enjoyed the variety of difference finishes – something for everyone. I especially loved the Cream finishes…they are incredible! Smooth, creamy, comfortable, opaque, and have a little shine (stunning!). The Comfort Mattes are even more opaque but a little less comfortable…but that can be expected from any matte lipstick (it’s tough to create a product with no shine that glides on).
Surprisingly, I found the one Mega Matte easier to apply and more comfortable then the Comfort Mattes (weird!). The Mega Matte is a true matte and was one of my favourites. Lastly, the Sheer formula is super shiny and has a glossy look but no stickiness. The one Sheer lipstick I tried for this post was a bit patchy (I need to put on a couple layers/coats).
Note: I felt it was unfair to do a complete review (ie. pros and cons, discussing application and staying power) as I needed to apply the lipsticks with a lip brush, due to the sample packaging (not the way the product was intended to be applied).
That’s it for now! Checkout Part 2 and Part 3+.
Have you tried any of the new Urban Decay Vice lipsticks? Which colours and formulas are your favourites?
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(For full disclosure, please note that a couple of the links are shopstyle affiliate links. The products were not selected on that basis. There are many retailers I could have linked for info on the same products, so I figured why not link ones that reward me for selecting them so I can buy more products to review for you!.)
That swatch palette is amazing! I also love the Manic and Snitch colors. Great post, thank you!
Great post! I got this too. I am so excited to try Blackmail and Disturbed! 🙂
Awesome! Let me know what you think of them 🙂
Omg amazing colors! Thanks for sharing it
Thanks! Stay tuned…I have another 16 to swatch!
Wow I can’t wait ?