Maybelline Mauve1, Red2, Pink2, Fuchsia1 Lip Gradation Review

Maybelline Colour Blur lipsticks were making a lot of noise internationally. I was wishing for them to launch in India and here they are ! I couldn’t contain my excitement when the brand posted a teaser of these Lip crayons. I was slightly disappointed with the color range since there are repetitions like Red1 & Red2 , Pink1 & Pink2. The brand has named these Lip Gradation here, I think they change names of their products while launching them in Asian market.

Maybelline Mauve1, Red2, Pink2, Fuchsia1 Lip Gradation Review Swatches Photos (8)

Packaging – Maybelline Lip Gradation comes in colored plastic retractable packaging. Each crayon has a color coordinated outer cover with a sponge in the bottom, which can be used to get ombre effect or sheer out the color. These have black sturdy caps.

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Shades – I picked Mauve1 which is a mauve brown shade it can be a perfect everyday shade for many. Pink2 which is a bright pink quite similar to Lakme Pink Glam. Red2 , a warm toned red and Fuchsia which is a blue toned deep pink. Lip Gradation is also available in coral & orange shade, which I didn’t pick.

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Maybelline Red2, Pink2, Fuchsia1, Mauve1 Lip Gradation Review Swatches Photos

Texture & Formula – These lip gradations glide on so smoothly, without being overly creamy. The formula is matte and has a velvet smooth texture to it. These lip gradations don’t settle into fine lines, however these will cling on to dry patches and emphasise them, like any other matte lipstick formula. The finish is velvet matte.

Pigmentation – All the shades are quite pigmented, even the lightest one covers lip discoloration evenly and effortlessly.

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Maybelline Fuchsia1 Lip Gradation Review Swatches Photos

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Maybelline Pink2 Lip Gradation Review Swatches Photos

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Maybelline Mauve1 Lip Gradation Review Swatches Photos

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Maybelline Red2 Lip Gradation Review Swatches Photos

Staying Power – On me it stays on for good 4-5 hours. The color transfers even after hours of wearing it. Lighter shades fade faster than the darker ones. Also most of the shades leave stain behind.

You can watch my latest video to see swatches  –

 

Maybelline Mauve1, Red2, Pink2, Fuchsia1 Lip Gradation (Rs 500) available Online

 

Overall Thoughts

Maybelline Lip Gradation is good for those who love matte lipsticks/ lip crayons. The packaging is fun and sturdy. Formula glides on smoothly and stays on for a decent time. I would have loved to see more shades in the range though.

Rating : 3.75/5

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