Since my Urban Decay order finally came last week (yay!), I wanted to do a little review of some of their latest products!
So, here's what I bought!
Eyeshadow
Brand: Urban Decay
Name of Shade: Mushroom & Sin
Color: Gray & Nude Pink
Finish: Shimmer
Formula: Pressed Shadow
Fall Out: Minimal
Blendable: Yes
Lasts for: 6 hours without primer, 8+ with primer
(Without flash)
(With flash)
Pros:
Both shadows are very pigmented and glide on super smooth. They are easy to blend and the shimmer finish adds a little extra sparkle.
These shadows are so pigmented, they apply exactly the same shade as they appear in the container, virtually no layering required (hello, time saver!)
Cons:
The container is a little small (1.5 g/0.05 oz.) and since the colors are spilt down the middle you really only get half of the already small container.
However, it is a great way to try two shades for the price of one, and because they are so pigmented I can see them lasting for a while.
Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⋆ (4 out of 5)
Repurchase: Yes.
(2019 Update: UD currently does not sell duo shadows, but both Mushroom and Sin are available in single eyeshadows 😉)
Overall:
I am a fan of both shades. I could definitely see myself buying a full size of Mushroom (grayish shade). It is perfect for smoky eye looks and even dramatic, sophisticated looks.
I do like the shade Sin (pinky-champagne color). It works well as a highlighter and I use it mainly to highlight my browbone.
So, in my opinion, Mushroom is the more versatile shade, but both are lovely.
Lip Gloss
Brand: Urban Decay
Name of Shade: Beso
Color: Plumy Mauve
Finish: Gloss
True Pigment: Very sheer, needs layers
Sticky/Drying/Smudges: Sticky
Moisturizing: Yes
Pros:
After dealing with several cons (see below) and wearing this gloss for several days, I noticed it provides nice hydration and moisture.
So, I read some of the statistics on its box: "76% [of participants] had a significant improvement in volume and hydration." and "86% said their lips felt nourished".
I have to agree, this gloss does the job of an intense lip balm with a nice sheer shade of color.
Cons:
So I jumped on the band wagon and joined the hype of "Naked" lip gloss. "Find your perfect nude".
I figured since the palettes are great, the lip gloss must be too, right? Not exactly.
As I applied it for the first time I looked in the mirror and thought 'Really? That's it?'
The shade was nice, but nothing spectacular. It was a sheer gloss.
I was not super impressed. It is a nice gloss, but there are so many dupes for this color at cheaper prices.
It is super sticky (like most glosses) and because it has no fragrance it has a strong chemical smell when first applied (which later goes away).
Honestly, I was feeling kind of ripped off for what I paid for this lip gloss ($20, yes, I'm sucker for a cosmetic hype), so I kept wearing it, everyday -- for some reason I thought this would somehow give me my money's worth, I don't know why.
But then, after wearing it so much, I noticed how much softer my lips were feeling and more hydrated.
Seeing as how it has been freezing and windy here in NY since November this seemed like an odd occurrence.
Star Rating: ⭐⭐⋆⋆⋆ (2 out of 5)
Repurchase: No. A nice gloss, but not for the price.
Overall:
It is not a bad lip gloss by any means, but it isn't anything special either.
If you really like the moisturizing and hydrating benefits, and have the cash, this is a lovely tinted gloss.
But, you can get a gloss, in a similar shade for less.
That's my review, the good, the bad, and the ugly - okay there's no ugly with Urban Decay, but you get it 😁
Thanks for checking out my review.
What Urban Decay products have you tried and what are your feelings on them?
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