Hello all,
Today, I am reviewing a lip product from a recently-launched drugstore cosmetics line – Circa. Circa is a beauty products line manufactured by the Maesagroup (which also owns Flower Beauty) in partnership with celebrity Eva Mendes. I own the Circa Color Absolute Velvet Luxe lipstick in the shade “Elizabeth.” Read on to find out if I liked this lipstick or not.
Price:
$10.
Product Description:
Pigment-rich and feather-light, this silky lipstick glides weightlessly across the lips delivering intense color in a single swipe with a velvety soft finish. Intense, full coverage, luxurious color in one swipe. Glides onto the lips like silk. Weightless, non-drying, comfortable to wear. Enriched with Jojoba and Sweet Almond Oil to keep lips moist, smooth and full of pure, rich pigment. Apply directly to the lips. Starting in the middle of the lips, smoothing out to the corners of the mouth.
My Experience with Circa Color Absolute Velvet Luxe Lipstick – 06 Elizabeth:
Packaging: This lipstick comes in a gorgeous timeless black and gold packaging. The packaging almost has an Art Deco feel to it with lots of lines and grooves to it. It looks quite classy but is slightly big compared to the usual lipstick tubes that we are accustomed to. The packaging is sturdy and the cap shuts tight.
Shade/Pigmentation: “Elizabeth” is a beautiful pink shade. It is a bright shade but not garish or over the top at all. In fact, this is a shade which will suit all skin tones. It does not pop out but instead adds a lovely color to the face. The lipstick is decently pigmented and does cover the lips in one swipe. Layering the lipstick does not clump the finish.
Texture/Finish/Staying Power: The lipstick is quite soft and creamy and glides on the lips. There is no tugging at all when you apply the lipstick. It feels quite light on the lips and is very comfortable to wear. It does not dry out the lips and feels quite moisturizing.
The finish is a lovely semi-matte finish with a very slight sheen. The lipstick has a floral fragrance which I love but those of you who do not like fragrances in their makeup products will not like it.
The staying power of the lipstick is quite average and it lasts for about 4 hours with little snacking. It cannot survive a whole meal. It transfers a bit too. It leaves behind a pretty pink stain on the lips.
Pros of Circa Color Absolute Velvet Luxe Lipstick – 06 Elizabeth:
- Lovely pink shade.
- Creamy texture.
- Decent pigmentation.
- Nice semi-matte finish.
- Does not dry out the lips.
- Decent staying power – around 5-6 hours.
- Classy packaging.
Cons of Circa Color Absolute Velvet Luxe Lipstick – 06 Elizabeth:
- Average staying power.
- Strong floral fragrance (though I personally like it).
IMBB Rating:
4/5
Would I Repurchase/Recommend Circa Color Absolute Velvet Luxe Lipstick – 06 Elizabeth?
If you like trying out new products, do check out this lipstick range from Circa. You will not be disappointed. I might purchase other shades from the range.
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Lakme Absolute Matte Lip Color Rose Kiss
Lakme Absolute Matte Lip Color – 219 Peach Love
Lakme Absolute Matte Lip Color- 48 Milan Red
Makeup Academy Dare Luxe Velvet Lip Lacquer
MUA Luxe Atomic Velvet Lip Lacquer
Elizabeth Arden Fiesta #30 Exceptional Lipstick
Elizabeth Arden Coral Vibrations Ceramide Ultra Lipstick
Elizabeth Arden Beautiful Color Moisturizing Lipstick – 30 Pink Punch
Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Lip Protectant Stick
It’s a bougainvillea pink, isn’t it Manaswini 🙂
I loved its packaging and even with pigmentation, I don’t mind swiping it three times since it gives a color so beautiful!