tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post4052387923301974584..comments2023-08-28T14:43:04.488+01:00Comments on Modesty Brown: My Sheer Lipstick Collection including ILIA Beauty Dizzy and W3LL People Lip Shine #3Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02697215444278539066noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-79430667454408570332012-08-21T23:55:42.181+01:002012-08-21T23:55:42.181+01:00coconut oil as a moisturizer has definitely helped...coconut oil as a moisturizer has definitely helped. However, I'm not completely "clean" yet so I don't feel like I can quite make an accurate assessmentluv2smilexohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00714874033938994201noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-36142781507077610812012-08-21T15:08:52.598+01:002012-08-21T15:08:52.598+01:00Thanks for your views, I have emailed them to ask ...Thanks for your views, I have emailed them to ask if its normal so will see if they say anything. I'll try not let it put me off, maybe I'll go for one of the tint ones next time ;) xxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02982008616271168616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-34927620377380366502012-08-21T10:08:01.044+01:002012-08-21T10:08:01.044+01:00That sounds like a very good plan, I've been t...That sounds like a very good plan, I've been thinking about not allowing myself to buy more lip products until I make a bigger dent in what I already have. From what you've said in your comment about researching ingredients and enjoying 'clean' lines, I do think you would like Ilia. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02697215444278539066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-19747613943866856082012-08-21T10:04:55.865+01:002012-08-21T10:04:55.865+01:00I'm really pleased it's introduced you to ...I'm really pleased it's introduced you to some new brands melkel. Both the W3LL People and Ilia ranges are worth exploring :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02697215444278539066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-49145234119661998352012-08-21T10:02:54.515+01:002012-08-21T10:02:54.515+01:00Having seen your picture, I would say the consiste...Having seen your picture, I would say the consistency doesn't look right at all. It looks like it could be the beeswax. It's such a shame that is wasn't a hit for you because I know it tends to put one of future purchases xxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02697215444278539066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-65197678544740575822012-08-19T14:15:22.252+01:002012-08-19T14:15:22.252+01:00I love sheer lipsticks! They allow me to wear a co...I love sheer lipsticks! They allow me to wear a color that in an opaque version would overwhelm me or have to be applied sheerly with a brush (which I usually can't be bothered to do). You have a marvelous collection! Due to reading your blog I've been drooling just a bit over Ilia. Have told myself that after I finish a few more lip products I can branch out & try some of my lemmingslov2read68https://www.blogger.com/profile/16514973021017171580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-67063727156956787072012-08-19T13:42:10.999+01:002012-08-19T13:42:10.999+01:00Love sheer balms and lip shines. So glad to be put...Love sheer balms and lip shines. So glad to be put on to new (and organic) brands. All of the colors look pretty and wearable.melkelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02195874519087150329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-3774621143146619792012-08-19T13:40:09.137+01:002012-08-19T13:40:09.137+01:00Love sheer balms and shines. Thanks for putting me...Love sheer balms and shines. Thanks for putting me on to different (and organic brands). All of the colors look so wearable and pretty.melkelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02195874519087150329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-20166779106362467492012-08-16T21:08:56.267+01:002012-08-16T21:08:56.267+01:00I ordered it end of July so don't think I coul...I ordered it end of July so don't think I could return it and I have used it a few times, not sure if I would get a responce from Ilia? It does sound like its not right though doesn't it, thanks for your input xxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02982008616271168616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-45742923525941470092012-08-16T21:02:12.376+01:002012-08-16T21:02:12.376+01:00Enjoyed is an understatement! I am gleefully in aw...Enjoyed is an understatement! I am gleefully in awe of your collection. You have been tempting me with Ilia and W3LL People for so long-- it's about time that I actually pick up a few things!! I absolutely LOVE sheer lipsticks-- they are by far my favorite! Have a lovely weekend (since it is nearly here). xxlola seicentohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14096919291120769005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-33044656689266840152012-08-16T20:38:16.880+01:002012-08-16T20:38:16.880+01:00That definitely sounds wrong and like you have a b...That definitely sounds wrong and like you have a bad one. My Crimson & Clover lipstick is still very balmy in texture and not at all powdery or dry. I would be tempted to return it or contact Ilia. I'm sorry you had a duff experience :(Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02697215444278539066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-52943312193773317012012-08-16T20:10:13.356+01:002012-08-16T20:10:13.356+01:00It was one of their lipsticks, not the balmy ones,...It was one of their lipsticks, not the balmy ones, it just doesn't feel smooth, bit powdery and looks dry once on? xxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02982008616271168616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-76540928178445887372012-08-16T20:09:40.353+01:002012-08-16T20:09:40.353+01:00I'm glad you enjoyed the post Lola! I don'...I'm glad you enjoyed the post Lola! I don't think I realised how many sheer lipsticks I had until I start hunting in the drawers :D xAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02697215444278539066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-66371999890424528112012-08-16T20:07:53.824+01:002012-08-16T20:07:53.824+01:00Did you buy one of the lip products or was it one ...Did you buy one of the lip products or was it one of the cheek sticks? I only have experience of the lip products. I'd be interested to know which aspect you don't get on with as I should be able to tell you if it's something 'wrong' or just a difference in preference xAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02697215444278539066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-50648867133989026022012-08-16T19:59:37.718+01:002012-08-16T19:59:37.718+01:00well there is lots of pretties there :) I am tryin...well there is lots of pretties there :) I am trying to buy more "clean" makeup but not all is that successful, actually I bought my first llia product and am really not impressed, I almost wonder if there is something wrong with mine as I know you are Grace are fans so it doesn't seem right I'd not like it too ;) xxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02982008616271168616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-43186947979956059552012-08-16T16:25:51.475+01:002012-08-16T16:25:51.475+01:00What a fantastic post!!! I'm frothing at the m...What a fantastic post!!! I'm frothing at the mouth looking at this gorgeous collection!! I have also been thinking about cleaner products lately-- especially for lippies since we end up ingesting so much of what we put on our lips-- a bit frightening when you think about it! Thank you for the inspiration and added lemmings!!!!! xxoolola seicentohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14096919291120769005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-61749803070160541682012-08-16T08:58:54.070+01:002012-08-16T08:58:54.070+01:00Hi EJ! I am a scientist (although not working at t...Hi EJ! I am a scientist (although not working at the moment) and my husband is a working biochemist and I'm glad you mentioned that everything is a chemical, irrespective of how it is derived. This has always been a huge bugbear of mine and why I struggle to use the term natural. I know what companies are trying to get across when they pit natural vs chemical but I don't like the Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02697215444278539066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-71033159085452238382012-08-16T08:53:00.174+01:002012-08-16T08:53:00.174+01:00I think there are so many great 'clean' br...I think there are so many great 'clean' brands now, it doesn't feel like you're having to make a compromise on quality of function which used to be the case. Have you found that making the switch has helped with your psoriasis?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02697215444278539066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-17836819087821138602012-08-16T08:50:44.761+01:002012-08-16T08:50:44.761+01:00Hi Doris, I think once you've tried the Ilia f...Hi Doris, I think once you've tried the Ilia formula, it's hard not to want more!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02697215444278539066noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-19679619221719084102012-08-15T21:17:09.438+01:002012-08-15T21:17:09.438+01:00I have 6 matte lipstick, 7 sheer lipsticks, one li...I have 6 matte lipstick, 7 sheer lipsticks, one lip tint/stain and 4 glosses - so I like sheer lipsticks the most. <br /><br />'Clean' companies tend to use ingredients from sustainable sources, use fair trade ingredient and not test on animals so I always go for products that boast this (but I always check that that is what I'm buying) however I have learnt a lot from 'EJhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08999895883866618679noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-19300580557653664122012-08-15T19:38:13.317+01:002012-08-15T19:38:13.317+01:00I have recently made a switch to clean cosmetics a...I have recently made a switch to clean cosmetics and I honestly don't miss the "dirty" ones at all. There are some lovely products out there and even a clean monthly box (goodebox). I was just no longer interested in all the chemicals, especially considering I have psoriasis. I thought that reducing the chemicals might help it out. luv2smilexohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00714874033938994201noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-17607434719648480382012-08-15T19:36:37.585+01:002012-08-15T19:36:37.585+01:00This comment has been removed by the author.luv2smilexohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00714874033938994201noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1986100572786571150.post-39282363250850791802012-08-15T15:17:39.068+01:002012-08-15T15:17:39.068+01:00I have llia in shell shock and love it. But now I ...I have llia in shell shock and love it. But now I want more after seeing your swatches of Arabian Knight and Crimson & Clover.Dorishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17834295794882445165noreply@blogger.com