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May 8, 2017

Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Microfinishing Loose Powder, Lip Booster + Artist Liquid Matte Liquid Lip Color | Review

Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Microfinishing Loose Powder Lip Booster Artist Liquid Matte Liquid Lip Color

One thing I love about Make Up For Ever is that they are always stepping up their game by releasing new, innovative products or putting a spin on existing products to make them that much better. I have been using their products for many years and I have very rarely been disappointed. The brand has recently added a few products to their Ultra HD line, namely the Ultra HD Microfinishing Loose Powder* and Ultra HD Lip Booster* and they have also come out with a handful of Artist Liquid Matte Liquid Lip Colors*, a few of which I have to share with you. Did these new products live up to my expectations? Keep reading to find out!

Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Microfinishing Loose Powder

One of my favourite face powders it the Make Up For Ever HD Pressed Powder, so I was intrigued to see that they had come out with more shade options in their Ultra HD Pressed Powder line. I decided to try the Ultra HD Microfinishing Loose Powder (C$44/US$36, 0.29 oz or 8.5g) this time around. This translucent powder come in a jar with a sifter to prevent too much product from coming out. As you can see, the powder is very finely milled, and a little goes a long way. I cannot stress enough to use just a bit of product, as the first time I used this powder I picked up way too much and ended up looking ghostly. You live and you learn! To apply, I use a large face brush, lightly dip in the jar and tap any excess off. I focus the product on my t-zone, which is where I tend to get shiny throughout the day and it works great at doing just that! It is also great for photo taking as it helps minimize the risk of white cast or flash back.

Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Lip Booster 01

To moisturize my lips, I have been enjoying using the Ultra HD Lip Booster (C$29/US$23, 0.20 oz or 6mL) on its own or to prep my lips when applying a lip colour. It comes in two shades, 0 Clear and 01 Tinted. I got shade 01, and although you can see colour on the wand, on my lips it goes on pretty clear as shown on the lip swatch below. This serum is said to hydrate and plump, although I did not notice a difference regarding the latter as my lips do not really look bigger following application. It is more of a luxe liquid balm with key ingredients including hyaluronic acid and loofah oil.

Make Up For Ever Ultra HD Lip Booster 01 Lip Swatch
Make Up For Ever Artist Liquid Matte Liquid Lip Color 103 105 107
Left To Right | Make Up For Ever Artist Liquid Matte Lip Color in 107 Neutral Beige, 103 Warm Beige and 105 Rosewood
Make Up For Ever has jumped on the matte liquid lip bandwagon and released their Artist Liquid Matte Liquid Lip Color line (C$25/US$20 each, 0.08 oz or 2.5 mL) which currently includes 6 neutral shades. I usually stay away from nude lip colours as they tend to wash me out, but decided to venture out of my comfort zone and experiment with three nude shades with different undertones: 103 Warm Beige, 105 Rosewood and 107 Neutral Beige. I have to say, I am super impressed and quickly fell in love with each of these shades. They are creamy, pigmented, long lasting (upwards of 8 hours through eating and drinking), and yet are lightweight, making you forget that you even have anything on your lips!

Make Up For Ever Artist Liquid Matte Liquid Lip Color in 103 Warm Beige
Make Up For Ever Artist Liquid Matte Liquid Lip Color in 103 Warm Beige
Make Up For Ever Artist Liquid Matte Liquid Lip Color Lip Swatch 103

The Artist Liquid Matte Liquid Lip Color in 103 Warm Beige has a peach/beige undertone. I see it as the most wearable and subtle of the three as it can really go with any look. With just one swipe you achieve full opacity, and I personally do not need to reapply it thoughout the day. These are not transfer-proof (as in product will come off onto a clear glass when drinking for example), but despite a bit of product coming off enough still remains that I do not find it necessary to layer on more. 

Make Up For Ever Artist Liquid Matte Liquid Lip Color 105
Make Up For Ever Artist Liquid Matte Liquid Lip Color in 105 Rosewood
Make Up For Ever Artist Liquid Matte Liquid Lip Color Lip Swatch 105

The Artist Liquid Matte Liquid Lip Color in 105 Rosewood has a mauve/taupe undertone. I have tried similar lipstick shades so I am really happy to also have one in a liquid formula. The product dries down quickly and as you can see it is easy to achieve a sharp outer edge without the need for a lip liner. What I also love is that these lip colours do not crease or emphasize fine lines throughout the day.

Make Up For Ever Artist Liquid Matte Liquid Lip Color 107
Make Up For Ever Artist Liquid Matte Liquid Lip Color in 107 Neutral Beige
Make Up For Ever Artist Liquid Matte Liquid Lip Color Lip Swatch 107

The Artist Liquid Matte Liquid Lip Color in 107 Neutral Beige has a brown undertone. This one has that 90s grunge appeal to it, and was the one that terrified me the most. Surprisingly, this one is my favourite of the bunch and I have now been convinced that there are deep chocolate shades that I am able to pull off! Despite being matte, these neutrals shades do not become crusty or feel sticky thanks to moisturizing ingredients including avocado oil, silicone oil and glycerin.

Make Up For Ever Artist Liquid Matte Liquid Lip Color Lip Swatch 103 105 107
Left to Right | Make Up For Ever Artist Liquid Matte Liquid Lip Color in 107 Neutral Beige, 105 Warm Beige and 105 Rosewood
Once again, Make Up For Ever has knocked it out of the park with their latest launches. My top recommendation? The Artist Liquid Mattes, they are just that good!

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43 comments

  1. I have to admit I've not heard of Make Up For Ever before I really like the sound and look of the pressed powder I need to look into that more.

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  2. I need a good lip moisturizer. The Ultra HD Lip Booster sounds perfect for me!

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  3. Love those lip colors! You know I have some of this finishing powder but have not used it. I need to just give it a try!

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  4. I love those matte colors. You lips look fantastic!

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  5. I HAVE to give Make Up Forever a look. I love the way your lips turned out. Gorgeous!

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  6. I love when people have beauty posts like this because I am not a big make person, but when I need to know what to wear I can come here and see what people suggest.

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  7. I really like that light warm beige color. I do better with shades that have a brown tint to them, over pinks and reds. Lots of great colors though. I need to refresh my makeup collection and I'd love to get some of these.

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  8. Oh i have to try this Make up forever. The warm beige color looks like a great shade. :)

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  9. Your lips look gorgeous. These are the kind of shades that I love. I will check this out.

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  10. I have heard really good things about Makeup Forever's finishing powder! I need to try some soon!!

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  11. A great love to this brand! I am in love with this brand of lipstick. I have tried many brand but never seen a brand like this. Been disappointed by these brands I jump to this one and this is something that I want.

    melissa@Revitol scar removal cream

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  12. Your lips are looking great and perky :) But I dont want to try this...my partner would think I am crazy if I did :P

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  13. All of these are beautiful but my favorite is the first one - your natural color with the lip moisturizer.

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  14. I have never heard of this brand before. I am definitely going to have to check them out. I am a makeup lover of all kinds of makeup.

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  15. I need to try this! I love the liquid matte lipstick. The Rosewood is gorgeous! I have pretty oily skin so I think this powder would really help keep the shine away.

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  16. I'm huge fan of liquid lipsticks and these shades are my style!

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  17. Victoria HeckstallMay 9, 2017 at 9:31 AM

    I love those liquid lipsticks that you used! I prefer the dark shade.

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  18. I love all of these products but the liquid lipsticks are definitely my favourite! The formula is great and I really hope they extend the shade range!

    xo, Liz
    http://lipstickandconfetti.com

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  19. I just love Makeup Forever! Those lip colors are the perfect nude matte color. Love it.

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  20. I actually just got some of the powder and it is AMAZING! I love it so much, I can't remember how I did without it in my life!

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  21. I've never used this brand before. I really like their matte lipstick and I'd love to get myself a couple of those shades! Very lovely!

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  22. I love that there are so many matte lipsticks available these days! I am crazy about them. I think these shades are great, I love dark shades but I also like nude ones that I can wear daily.

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  23. I love the colors of those Make Up For Ever Liquid Mattes. The colors are totally neutral and would work for a variety of skin tones.

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  24. I love the colors on you. I don't personally wear a ton of make up. Occasionally, I will wear it for a special occasion.

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  25. I've never tried a lip booster before. I'm all about the lips so this is something of interest to me.

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  26. I love the colors of the lip gloss!! It's hard to find something more neutral that will last throughout the day.

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  27. Wow I love matte lippies. My favorite in your list is warm beige.Gorgeous!

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  28. I have a liquid matte lip color and loves it. Those are definitely the colors I love in my lips!

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  29. I like those darker, not so red lip colors. I think they just look more natural and would look good on me.

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  30. Lipstick is the only make up I use on a regular basis and I love matte lipsticks in natural shades that match my skin tone. I would love to try the ones you featured here.

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  31. I am loving those lipstick shades. I only use matte lipsticks and the ones you featured here are so nice. I'm getting the Make Up For Ever Artist Liquid Matte Liquid Lip Color in 105 Rosewood.

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  32. I love nude lip colors but I haven't tried them in matte yet. I think matte will look good on me. I have to look for this brand.

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  33. Nice soft lip colors are so very attractive on women. These are great.

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  34. Love all the shades of the Liquid Matte Lip Color line. I want to try them and that lip booster too.

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  35. Don't wear lip stick myself but I do like the shades you showed in your post. So I'll pass on your info to my wife :-)

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  36. I've always been curious about matte finish lipsticks, but I often hear they dry your lips out with wear. Did you experience this with these? just curious :D

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  37. This is one of my favorite makeup brand. I really like the liquid lip color in Rosewood. It looks so pretty on you. I'm curious and want to try the HD pressed powder.

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  38. i love makeup. i haven't tried the lip booster, but i will have to as i love the colors.

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  39. I love the way that this makeup looks! I have never used anything like this before but would love to give it a try.

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  40. Some light colors look amazing on women lips. Dark ones are also good.

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  41. Nice products. Makeup is used mostly to impress society it's used for first impression. In today's society, women are judged greatly on there physical appearance. Therefore makeup is used as their weapon to defeat that judgment. Thanks for sharing such an amazing information.

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  42. Loved the lipstick shades would like to include these in my makeup kit. Also, I was wondering that it would might have include peach color in the their list

    melissa@Dermology anti aging serum

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