Just when you thought a lipstick couldn't reach new heights, think again, because expert make-up artist and creative genius Lisa Eldridge has proven so. Lipstick launches have been coming through thick and fast of late which shows just how much of a staple they are in our daily beauty routines. Any beauty know-it-all worthy of that title will know about Lisa Eldridge and her latest debut Lipstick launches. I think it's fair to say that Lisa Eldridge knows a thing or two about makeup being the iconic global Make-up Artist that she is having made up some of the most famous A-list faces out there and all on the front covers of many famous publications too. I have been a fan of hers for years and always watch her tutorials on Youtube as she has such an incredible way of teaching and her voice and general way is just so therapeutic, I truly admire her work.
Lisa launched her first ever lipstick back in November 2018 that was unlike anything else we have seen before with a velvet-like texture that is even showcased in a velvet looking bullet. This initial limited edition holiday collection went live globally and safe to say, sold out instantly. I was too slow off the mark and missed it all so when news broke that Lisa was producing a second new launch, I was a bit more prepared! I signed up her newsletter to get the drop on when this would be happening then set my alarm so I was ready to click buy now (serious stuff!).
Lisa Eldridge Lipstick Collections
So this summer saw the launch of her second drop, the Summer Pinks as well as hot news that she was bringing back a limited number of her sell-out Red collection .... all of which once again sold out entirely within seconds, but this time I was fast off the mark and secured the shades that I wanted.This is why you are reading a full post about them because now I can see why they sold out. Let me just say; once you try these lipsticks, you will want them all which is why I then ended up purchasing both collections.
Lisa Eldridge Lipstick Collections
First things first, let's talk PACKAGING ...
Lisa is in fact an avid collector of vintage make-up (read her book to find out all!) and this surely transpires into her own collection. The luxurious gold, weighty, bullet is chic and stylish and I love her initialled logo that is engraved onto the cap which has a well designed magnetic closure. She really did put her personality into this as they are just so elegant and luxe.
The formulas for each collection are in fact different, so I will talk you through each of those separately but all lipsticks are 100% cruelty-free!
Lisa Eldridge Lipstick Collections
Lisa Eldridge Lipstick Collections
THE SUMMER PINK COLLECTION Now unlike the Velvet Red collection, this Summer collection consists of two different formulations; Luxuriously Lucent and Insanely Saturated. I grabbed two out of the four shades but one in each formula to see how I liked them, plus I knew I would wear both shades as they were more my style. A bonus is that you also get this gorgeous Tiffany blue, Lisa Eldridge make-up bag free with two or more lippies which is in fact sold separately, so it makes sense to buy a couple of shades should you want the bag.Lisa Eldridge Lipstick Collections
Lisa Eldridge Lipstick Collections
Lisa Eldridge Lipstick Collections
- 'GO LIGHTLY' Luxuriously Lucent Lip Colour, £26 (above) - 100% vegan and non-scented.A light vibrant salmon pink, semi-sheer lipstick. At first glance, it looks like a bright coral but the sheer payoff transforms it into a true, pastel-toned salmon pink. One swipe will give a natural look but you can build upon it to get more of an impact, which is what I do. This one feels very hydrating, smooth and light on your lips and is ideal for days when you want a lighter lip that is natural but still a bright. It won't be as long lasting as the others formulas in the collection but such a stunning, spring/summer everyday lip shade. If you watch Lisa Eldridge then you will know where she got the inspiration for this shade .. ie, Audrey Hepburn as she proudly owns Audreys very own personal lipstick which is practically this shade (see here!).
Lisa Eldridge Lipstick Collections
Lisa Eldridge Lipstick Collections
- 'RAINBOW SPILL' Insanely Saturated Lip Colour, £26 (above)A bright red/coral watermelon pink with a neon edge and this is a real bright! It really is insanely pigmented as the name suggests, yet gorgeously creamy and smooth. The texture is an absolute dream and possibly the best I have ever tried which is a very strong statement for me to make! It gives your lips 100% coverage in one swipe and leaves a stunning demi-matte finish that is light as a feather yet gives you hours of wear. I was even happier to see that it was easily removed and didn't stain my lips (my pet hate). If the neon is a tad too much for you, then just dab it on your lips or mix with a balm should you find it too bright, but for me, it's a dream shade.
The other two shades in this collection which I didn't get were Love of My life (Luxuriously Lucent) which is a semi-sheer 'rosy pink' and Skyscraper Rose (Insanely Saturated) an electric fuschia pink.
VERDICT: Lisa really has every lip style covered within this very small collection of four shades as there is a shade that each person will gravitate to. I love the way she has created a choice of formula too as it shows that she knows her market.
Lisa Eldridge Lipstick Collection
So .... these lipsticks had me totally sold on Lisa's line which is why when news hit that she was re-releasing her Red Collection, I was making sure that they would be all mine. I was in fact at the time of launch on holiday, so there I sat on a sun lounger in Tuscany poised as they went live. My reminder alarm went off just before 16:00 hours so I was ready to get them all in my basket and I think it was just two minutes in when the black makeup bag set sold out, so I just purchased all three shades individually (only forfitting the free makeup bag and a £3 extra charge) and they were mine. I think by 16:05, all had sold out, so I was one happy lady!Lisa Eldridge Lipstick Collections
THE PLUSH VELVET RED COLLECTIONI obviously had to get all three shades as Red is my shade so it was a no-brainer. The inspiration behind this line came from Lisa having a dream about a lipstick that had a velvet fabric bullet so of course made it a project to see if it was possible to make and after being virtually impossible, viola .... she did it. The actual lipstick bullet looks like real velvet fabric and almost impossible to capture the effect on camera but however, in real life these are one of the most beautiful things you will ever come across.
The Formula: is the same for all three of these lipsticks and is a creamy, hydrating matte with a slight sheen - it's not a flat matte. The color is long wearing and non-drying to the lips. The shades are literally an explosion of color that will serve you well all year round as red is a lip classic that will never die.
Lisa Eldridge Lipstick Collections
Lisa Eldridge Lipstick Collections: wearing #Velvet Morning
- 'VELVET MORNING' Plush True Velvet Lipstick, £26 (above)- A hot, fiery, bright orange/red and the brightest shade in the collection. This is in fact my favourite red out of all three shades as I always gravitate towards an orange based red. It just brightens up any look and does in fact remind me of MAC's Lady Danger, but with even more wear time, comfort and luxury!
Lisa Eldridge Lipstick Collections
Lisa Eldridge Lipstick Collections: wearing #Velvet Ribbon
- 'VELVET RIBBON' Plush True Velvet Lipstick, £26 (above)- A vibrant, universal, classic neutral/blue red that will act as a face brightening red and suit everyone (and a great tooth whitener!). As well as a precise ‘full on’ lip it also works well dabbed on as a subtle rosy stain. This is that glamourous red lip that is 'not too bright and not too dark' but just right and great for any occasion when you want to showcase a red lip and feel fancy!Lisa Eldridge Lipstick Collections
Lisa Eldridge Lipstick Collections: wearing #Velvet Jazz
- 'VELVET JAZZ' Plush True Velvet Lipstick, £26 (above)- A muted, earthy, brick red inspired by the 1930's reds from Lisa's vintage collection. This is described as a 'chameleon' shade and ranges from an intense brown/red to a soft brick red, depending on your skin tone and method of application. This was the shade I was most unsure about purchasing but I couldn't not get all shades this time as I knew this would sell out. On my fair skin tone, it is very dark and definitely more of an autumn/winter look for me, but I do love it as it is bold and makes me feel like a glamorous vamp.
Lisa Eldridge Lipstick Collections
Application: all three lipsticks glide on from the bullet like a dream and even carve out the shape of your lip with ease. I do like to use a liner as being a red, you do need that preciseness. They will definitely wear for a good 6-7 hours with only tiny touch-ups needed if you are a perfectionist like me yet your lips won't feel dry by adding more layers. Lisa really did design a faultless line here!Do not hesitate to buy: These lipsticks are a luxury purchase at £26 each so even if you simply invest in one red shade and save it for those special days/night then it will be a worthy buy. There is nothing I don't like about these velvet lipsticks (apart from the limited edition thing as we want them permanently!) but the main reasons why you need to try these are ... they are super opaque, feel silky and velvety on the lips, give zero patchiness which is rare for such a rich pay off, are non-staining (hurrah!) feel as light as air, have no heavy or sticky feel, don't dry your lips out and give you the best red lips of your life. This really is Lisa in all her amazing glory and now I see why so many people told me that I needed them ... so now I am telling you.
Lisa Eldridge Lipstick Collections
At the moment, all of these are sold out but there will be a big re-stock next month (October) with new shades and sets so I suggest subscribing to the newsletter (here) so you get the alert when they go live so you can set your alarm ... or later regret it! I just now pray that Lisa can start to make this all permanent.Kisses,Will you be buying or have you already?