Many people want to use professional cosmetics for makeup, but finances do not always allow it. Recently, budget options for high-quality cosmetics have been talked about a lot.
Lip pencils "Vivienne Szabo"
One of the representatives of inexpensive cosmetics - a series of lip liners from the French brand "Vivienne Sabo" (Vivienne Sabo). They combine high-quality application, a pleasant feeling on the lips, an increase in their volume, protection against spreading lipstick or gloss. Vivienne Szabo lip pencils can be used as a complete replacement for lipstick and at the same time have a completely humane price within 200 rubles. Interested in? Then let's continue.
The brand "Vivienne Sabo" sets itself the task of creating cosmetics using the latest technology, with the inclusion of caring components, as well as at an affordable price.
Lipstick palette
At the peak of popularity - Vivienne Szabo lip pencils of the Jolies Levres series (“beautiful lips” - French)
It is represented by 11 shades: 101, 102, 103, 104, 106, 107, 108, 202, 204, 205, 206.
Thanks to this variety, each girl will be able to choose a pencil that is optimal in color, or better, several, for different occasions. The color scheme and texture is so successful that often vivienne clog lip pencils are used instead of lipstick. By the way, young ladies experienced in such matters expand the color range of this series by mixing pencils of different colors on the lips and get an excellent result.
Advantages and disadvantages
In order to objectively evaluate the quality of these products, it is better, of course, to purchase at least one Vivienne Sabo lip pencil. The reviews of their owners, presented below, will make the right choice.
Main features of the Jolies Levres series:
- outwardly pencils look simple, but quite cute;
- almost no taste or smell;
- not long and not thick pencil body allows you to carry it in your purse and comfortably hold in your hand, easily controlling the application process;
- the cap on the pencil holds tight enough and will not pop off when worn in a cosmetic bag;
- the color of the body and the stylus are basically the same, so if it is not possible to evaluate the color of the rod when buying, you can focus on the color of the package;
- on the pencil case you can find out about its composition, most of which is taken by softening and caring;
- the shelf life of the pencil is 40 months, after opening the package - 36 months;
- the pencil requires sharpening, which most ordinary sharpeners can easily handle: the shaft is strong enough not to break and crumble during this procedure;
- the texture of the stem is soft, dense, not greasy, although it contains shea butter, coconut and jojoba;
- creates a reliable border on the path of lipstick and gloss, preventing them from spreading;
- does not dry out the lips, but with dry skin it is recommended to lubricate the lips with balm first;
- easy to apply, smoothly gliding over the skin, even unprofessional makeup artists can easily cope with it;
- rich dense pigment paints the lips and skin well, allowing you to draw a contour that goes beyond the borders of the lips, with this quality it is possible to create a more voluminous and at the same time plausible lip shape;
- a soft stylus does not scratch the skin, easily leaves a color, and therefore some fashionistas use Vivienne Sabo lip pencils even for eye makeup;
- the color on the lips lasts from 2 hours, then evenly pales over the entire surface of the application;
- the resistance of the pencil is not enough to withstand snacks or passionate kisses, but the coloring pigment does not eat into the skin and does not accumulate in the cracked lips;
- some shades can emphasize peeling on the lips, but at the same time do not increase the dryness of the lips ;
- the pencil is very soft, it is consumed quickly, especially if you use it instead of lipstick;
- like any other colored pigments, the shade of the same pencil can change depending on the lighting: in cold (blue, white) artificial light, pigments of cool colors are more pronounced, and with yellow - warm;
- it is easily and completely removed from the lips with the help of cleansing cosmetics: milk, tonic, oil, micellar water, etc.
And now more about the most popular shades of this series.
Tint 102
Lip pencil "Vivienne Szabo" 102 - matte beige-brown. It looks like a natural lip color, but a little darker, makes them voluminous and natural. Well suited for those who focus on the eyes, but do not forget about the lips. This color does not draw attention to itself, but gives the lips a little more expressiveness.
In warm artificial lighting, a slightly red glow is often manifested, and in cold - purple. Gently applied, tightly laid, without creating the feeling of something extra on the lips. With it, it is easy to draw a contour, slightly extending beyond the borders of the lips to give them volume. With such a pencil, the effect of this will be as natural as possible.
Tint 101
Vivienne Szabo 101 lip liner is the lightest in the palette. It is named as - light beige-pink. The color is quite soft, natural, but a little pale. Well suited to those who go light tones of lipstick or shine. Great for increasing lip volume and as a base for gloss. It is known that for visual puffiness of the lips should be carried out directly above their contour with a light concealer, which can be completely replaced with this pencil.
Tint 103
Lip pencil "Vivienne Szabo" 103 - matte pink and beige. In warm light pink pink. As the name implies, it has a pronounced pinkish tint that looks soft and expressive at the same time. Gives lips sensuality and volume. It does not dry out the skin, but it is better to first apply a balm on the lips.
Other shades of the series
104 - terracotta, light, suitable for brown and reddish soft lipsticks, increases lip volume well.
106 - matte, berry, suitable for raspberries.
107 - dusty berry brown, with different lighting, brown or purple shades of the pencil may appear brighter, and from afar it looks like dark pink.
108 - pale pink, satin, rather pale. Gives a slightly moist, sensual shine, well suited for light tones of lipstick and the creation of more voluminous lips.
202 - purple-pink, for bright lipsticks with cold shades.
204 - pink-terracotta, pronounced brown tint, which goes well with the same shades of lipsticks.
205 - pale pink with a slight shimmer (shine). A slightly hard lead allows you to apply thinner lines, and the color of this pencil lasts longer than the rest. A little drier and therefore can emphasize the bumps in the lip contour.
206 - warm red, without a hint of a cold shade. It is softer and fatter than the rest, in order to better give pigment, because this color is far from the natural color of the lips. Matte, quite bright, looks better in combination with lipstick and gloss, rather than alone.
It should be noted that the brand "Vivienne Szabo" has created a very high-quality and inexpensive series of lip liners. And it was appreciated by girls around the world. Unfortunately, pencils of this series are not found in all stores, therefore, having met them once, you should stock up for the future, so you always have a lip pencil from Vivienne Szabo.