When I first read about the formula of Giorgio Armani's Lip Maestro I wasn't 100%. I had always found the idea of liquid lipsticks a little daunting as I imagined they were messy to apply and I'm not a huge fan of matte finishes. However, when I visited an Armani counter and swatched 504 Ecstasy, it had to be mine.
Ecstasy is a deep fuchsia and is extremely concentrated; a tiny amount goes a long way. The formula is gel based, making it comfortable to wear and applies like a dream. The Lip Maestro's come with a doe foot applicator, however I much prefer to use a lip brush for a more precise application.
Giorgio Armani say that the Lip Maestro's dry down to a matte finish however, 504 retains some of it's initial sheen for some time before settling into a more satin finish. The lip lacquer leaves a beautiful stain on the lips when it dries down, that is extremely long lasting. After reading other reviews, I seem to be one of the only people who found that the formula bled slightly, meaning I always have to use a lip liner when using this product (slightly annoying as I'm a lazy kinda make up girl).
The velvet gel formula and intensely concentrated colour of 504 make it an absolute treat to wear. I'm dying to try 400 next, a beautiful classic red. Have you tried any of the Lip Maestro shades? I'd love to hear your thoughts!
Lots of Love
Nic xx
How lovely is your hair? Jealous in the extreme...
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