I bought these because I wanted something I could take with me and use on my lips and cheeks to get a coordinating lip/cheek look. It was important for me that they work well on the lips because you can technically use any cream blush on the lips (and I tend to do so) but some work better than others.
Formula (cheeks)
Pot Rouges are super creamy, pigmented, and they wear for a long time. I prefer cream blushes over powders because they last longer and look more natural. The drawback is that creams take more time and care to apply and blend. Pot Rouges "set" so they last all day until I take my makeup off. They do retain a little dewiness that looks super natural and pretty.
Formula (lips)
They feel thin and liquid-y on the lips, like a stain. If your lips are dry I suggest using a balm first because the thin texture will show your lip imperfections. It won't dry them out, just show what is already there. Other than that, they are comfortable to wear and the stain lasts a long time.
Pigmentation
They are very pigmented. You need the smallest amount, specially with Calypso Coral which is pretty bright in person. I just dab my stippling brush in them once and that is enough for both cheeks.
Packaging
Pale Pink on lips & cheeks (left) and Calypso Coral on lips & cheeks (right)
Overall, I give Bobbi Brown Pot Rouges an A+. If I had to name and all-time favorite makeup product it would be this!
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ReplyDeleteOoo these are gorge. Calypso coral is swoon worthy x
ReplyDeleteGreat idea to use on your lips.. the shades are really pretty :) love the soft smokey eye in the right picture.. merry xmas xx
ReplyDeleteOoo i've wanted one of these for ages! Both shades look so pretty on you :) x
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thanks so much for doing these, I love them both! x
ReplyDeleteWow, those look absolutely amazing! Really loving the Calypso Coral one in particular, may have to stop by my local counter soon!
ReplyDeleteYou should! I couldn't ask more from them: pigmented, easy to blend, and long-wearing. xxx
DeleteOh, love love love this! I like that it can double up. Calypso Coral is my favorite for sure!
ReplyDeleteA+ - that's great. Cannot wait to try these. How do they compare to drugstore cream blushes?
ReplyDeleteI can't say :( I've only tried the NYC Convertible Color Sticks which are now discontinued. I don't know of any drugstore cream blushes besides the new Revlon ones (which I want to try) and the NYX ones (which are hard for me to find). xxx
Deleteso pretty! great post :)
ReplyDeleteWow, these are both gorgeous shades and so flattering on you! Glad you're loving the formula! I think Pale Pink might be a bit too cool-toned for my skin, but Calypso Coral looks right up my alley :)
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Calypso Coral is an amazing colour! I need to have these in my life!
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I own Calypso Coral and I love it but have to be careful it's so pigmented! I agree with you I prefer the old packaging to. Xx
ReplyDeleteI know! I use the tiniest bit. The old packaging is prettier xx
Deletethese look gorgeous! I'm in love with the stila convertible colors, but I definitely want to check these out!
ReplyDeleteI haven't tried the Stila ones yet but they seem amazing. I think they must be pretty much the same product except the Stila ones have a better color selection. xx
DeleteGreat post! Calypso Coral is gorgeous! I have thought about buying it ever since it came out, but I am just not sure how it would get along w/my combo-oily skin
ReplyDeletexx Louise
A Little Beauty Luxury
Oh my these shades look sooo good...I really want to try their foundation and now these beautiful products! You look amazing with both on! ^^
ReplyDeleteThe Calypso Coral looks phenom against your skin tone!
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I've been wanting to try these out! I always opt for other cream blush products though, idk why. I looove Calypso Coral!
ReplyDeleteI would love to try 'Calipso Coral' it looks so good and suits you so nicely :)
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Oh I'm loving both shades. Thanks for stopping by! The cookies were too cute to eat, but I had one and there were so good! >.<
ReplyDeleteI've heard so many great things about the Pot Rouges and your review seals the deal - I think I might just make one of these my first Bobbi Brown purchase. Calypso Coral looks perfect for our Southern summer!
ReplyDeleteThey are both beautiful colours!
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I've never tried pot rouge before (a bit of a germ freak with my makeup :S) but they look amazing! I just need to pick up a separate brush for these babies hehe :D x
ReplyDeleteWoowww I really like Pale Pink. They really did remove a ton of product when they changed the packaging! I may have to pick one of these up since they're your all time favorite beauty product.
ReplyDeleteThey both look so nice!!
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These are both really beautiful!
ReplyDeleteIve never tried anything from Bobbi Brown before.
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LOVE the coral one! So pretty x
ReplyDeleteI really want to try these now. Have to go out and get in the new year!
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Lots of love Aimie xxx
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Aw such beautiful colours ^^ They look lovely on you Coco ♥ xx
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