Looking at Lipsticks: Five Affordable Colors for Spring 2020

When I am at the beauty counter of any store, I always check out the lipstick section. The colors absolutely rivet me and I end up buying more than I'll even need. While it is so much fun to have different colors in matte, shimmer, gloss, luster - this evergreen make up can prove quite expensive. Today I am sharing 5 of my favorite affordable lipsticks for Spring 2020.

Coming in at Number 1 is Maybelline New York Color Sensational Made For All Lipstick, Fuchsia For Me - Satin Pink!! A lush rich color, it is formulated with honey nectar for a comfortable feel.. This is a superbly universal color that will work with most skin tones. At under $6, its an absolute steal. Available at Amazon.

The next one I'd recommend is the Maybelline SuperStay Ink Crayon Lipstick in the shade Seek Adventure. A beautiful pink neutral color with great staying power, this matte shade comes in crayon form. Cost: $8 at Amazon.

The next one is an absolute favorite. Its the Sephora Cream Lip Shine Liquid Lipstick. While there are 10 colors to choose from in this High Shine Collection, the one that is the best is a neutral copper color going by the name of Surnatural Blush, that will work by both day and night. Buy @ Sephora for $15.

Another gorgeous nude color from NYX Professional Makeup Lip Lingerie. This Pale Nude color is soft on your lips, has just the right amount of shimmer to brighten up your lip and your mood!! Buy it  @ Amazon for $7.50

My final favorite in the affordable category is the L'Oreal Rouge Signature Lasting Matte Lip Stain in the Color Captivate. This is an ultra lightweight lipstick that is highly pigmented. It comes in a beautiful vial with a beautifully designed applicator. Available @ Amazon for $9.

The Mexico City Collection by OPI

More spring beauty, this time from OPI. If you love bright colors, then the Mexico City 2020 Collection by OPI is for you. A diverse collection in terms of color and type of product, OPI Spring 2020 boasts 3 different categories in nail paint. There's Nail Lacquer, Infinite Shine, and Gel Nail Paint. Each category carries 12 stunning shades  - from reds to corals, to pinks, blues, and yellows!! So much choice!!


At first glance, my favorites from the Infinite Shine Collection which is priced at $13.00 are Mural Mural on the Wall, Mi Casa Es Blue Casa, and Hue is the Artist. While Mural Mural on the Wall is the brightest shade of orange with coral confetti, Mi Casa Es Blue Casa comes closer to a midnight blue - perfect for the sun, sand, and seas. Hue is the Artist is a more pastel shade in lavender tones for when neutrals are in order.

Just look at the shine in these colors. I just cannot wait to try them out!!

From the Nail Lacquer collection, I am loving the !Viva OPi, Don't Tell a Sol, and Telenovela About Me. These bright brilliant shades remind me of the stunning beauty of spring blooms. Priced @ $10.50

These colors look so velvety and luxurious. Perfect for when a long lasting finish is needed.

Finally onto the Gel Color Collection!! What can I say about this professional range from the OPI Mexico City Collection for Spring 2020? Each color looks more inviting than the other. Find them all at your local salon the next time you pop in to get that well deserved manicure!!.

Available @ OPI

Shades of Spring 2020 by Essie

Who doesn't love nail color! Its the perfect accessory when we are rushed for time, the best mood enhancer, and adds to that comfortably groomed feeling with just a splash of color. A girl just can't have enough!!!! And just in time for spring, one of my very favorite beauty brands has brought out a new line of pastel shades!! Its a limited edition of soft pale colors - a compliment to all things spring - be it flowers, Easter eggs, marzipan candies, or new beginnings!!

There are 6 beautifully desirable colors in this range - creamy taupe, a very orange yellow, cool pink, lilac purple, dewy green, and a blue with a pearl finish. Perfect for every skin tone and every spring mood.

Priced @ $9.00
Available @ Essie, Target, Ulta Beauty
Image Courtesy: Essie

Harmonie de Printemps by Chanel

Chanel 2012 Spring Collection is my first review for this year. I am back to this blog after a long hiatus and am delighted to be back and writing on beauty products once again!! So much has happened while I was away and I hardly know where to begin. So here goes with my all time favourite beauty company - Chanel!!

The 2012 Collection is put simply: just amazing!! Chanel views this Collection as 'A Complexion in the light of dawn'. The luminous shades of spring light at dawn and sunset inspire this collection. The Blush Horizon de Chanel or Soft Glow Brush captures this mood perfectly. It is complemented perfectly by the Natural Finished Pressed Powder in Jasmine. Then there is the Ultra Lip Gloss in Bonbon, Petillant, and Bagatelle; Nail Colour in April, May, and June!! The Lipsticks are named Chalys, Paradis, and Destinee and are accompanied by a Hydrating Conditioning Balm and coloured Hydrating Sheer Lipshine for the lips!! There's beautiful Quadra Eye Shadow, Soft Touch Eye Shadow, and a long lasting Waterproof Eyeliner for the Eyes too!!

Image Courtesy: Chanel

Essie Boutique Winter Collection

The Winter 2010 Collection from Essie Boutique is out!! My favourites this season are the Hot Cocoa (a brown) and and Silken Cord (a beautiful red). Choose individual colours or try them all in the Mini Set - 4 piece, or the Winter Collection 6 piece set.

Individuals priced @ $8.00
4 Piece Mini-Set: $17.00
6 Piece Winter Collection: $48.00

Available @ Essie Boutique