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Tuesday 6 January 2015

The Lilac/Brown Nude Lip: Elf Matte Lip Colour in 'Tea Rose'


You know how it is.  It's winter. You're bored. You casually tap away on the interwebs searching for some makeup inspiration and before you know it, you've only gone and bought your entire online basket.  We've all been there and felt the guilt, I'm sure - but E.l.f has to be one of those websites that's perfect for a spontaneous treat now and again.  With their super affordable products and wide range of beauty goodies, I often check back and see what's new.  As soon as I saw Elf's 'Tea Rose' - I knew it had to be mine.  I'd been wanting a lilac/brown shade for quite some time but I didn't want to spend the earth on a shade I wasn't entirely sure would suit me - if you've been reading my blog for a while you'll know I love my 90s inspired browns and darker nudes, but I wanted to try something a little bit different.  With a splash of lilac, 'Tea Rose' reminds me somewhat of Mac's 'Faux' lipstick - one that's been on my wish list for ages.














I have to say I've been quite impressed - the shade is exactly what I've been searching for and I've satisfied my craving for a lilac-brown neutral lip.  At just £3.95, Elf's Matte Lip Colour crayon is amazing value for money and of really great quality too.  The simple twist-up mechanism is perfect for use on the go, and the matte black packaging is also right up my street - very sleek and simple.  The crayon itself is just the right size for defining the lip shape and the formula glides on fairly easily to say it's a matte finish, whilst providing pigment rich colour.  Personally, I prefer a glossy lip so I just add a balm or a gloss on top and it looks stunning - it really seems to plump up the lips and when used alongside a lip liner, gives that really amped up 'full' effect - dare I say it - but it's very 'Kylie Jenner-esque' (beauty blogger phrase right there!)

Overall, I think these lip crayons are well worth the £3.95 price tag - there's a nice range of shades for any occasion and they're the perfect handbag companion. The smaller size makes for a more precise application.  You can find 'Tea Rose' on the Elf website here.

Have you tried any of the Elf Lip Colours?

48 comments:

  1. This is a really pretty colour.
    I have always been a big fan of ELF and their range of inexpensive products.
    I havent' placed an order from them in a while and these matte lip colours look great :)

    Thank you for reviewing, I hope you have a lovely day~ ♥

    Ying | * Y i n g c b e a u t y *

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  2. That is such a pretty colour, I haven't bought anything from ELF in ages.. may have to have a browse now! Lovely review post and all the best with your blog

    han x
    http://emandhanxo.blogspot.co.uk

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  3. I haven't ordered from elf in such a long time, i've loved most of the products i've ordered so may be worth another look! xx

    KirstyLeighx

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  4. This looks lovely how long would you say this lasts? And you have to buy the faux shade it's gorgeous I have it and it's defiantly my everyday work lip

    Leanne xx

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  5. Love to see reviews on products that don't cost a fortune. Who would of thought you could get similar to Macs faux shade for a fraction of the price..
    xx

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  6. this colour is gorgeous!

    Rachel // Style Soup

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  7. I really love ELF. this lip shade looks gorgeous!! xo
    Jessie | allthingsbeautiful-x

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  8. This is such a beautiful colour! I really want a pink/lilac shade for my lips so I will definitely love to try this out, I've also never tried a product from Elf before so I will take a look!
    Lucy x

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  9. I've been looking for this shade for agesss! I'm trying not to spend right now but once I can, I'll be buying this!?

    Sarah xo //Time To See The Stars //

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  10. Gorgeous shade! Elf is amazing, im doing a big elf haul soon :) x
    Emma | Emmys Blog

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  11. That's such an unusual colour! I've never tried ELF products, but I'm seriously tempted to order this now. I love you reviews, they are always so detailed and your photography is stunning.

    Lucie |*| www.hummingbirdandtherose.com |*|

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  12. That is such a pretty colour! I quite like ELF, their Studio brushes are fab. You're photography in this post is pretty amazing by the way! x

    Holly | holly la beau

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  13. That is a gorgeous colour and a great price to go with it. I really need to try more lip liners, so I will be defiantly investing in this guy!

    Sian | Siân Marie Beauty
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  14. This is such a lovely shade, with the prices on ELF you can't really go wrong!
    Jodie // La Lune Song

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  15. I'm not too sure the more purple tones in this would suit my skin tone, but this is an absolutely stunning colour!

    Bethan | Thought from Beth x

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  16. This is an amazing colour. I must re-purchase this soon, I absolutely loved it when I had it x

    pintsizedbeauty.blogspot.co.uk

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  17. I love elf and this lip color is fantastic I definitely need to pick it up!

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  18. I have never tried anything from ELF. But I did not so long a go, take a look at their online store and swoon. Funnily enough I filled my basket and never checked out (the guilt must have got to me!). I think I need to revisit! :)

    www.britishbeautyaddict.com

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  19. This is such a lovely shade! xx

    rosyannajane.blogspot.co.uk // www.bloglovin.com/annatranter

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  20. Perfect colour!

    http://prettydiamondsolitaire.blogspot.co.uk

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  21. I'm obsessed with everything matte! love the review

    Aine Oh

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  22. This is such a pretty colour and so affordable too! I'd like to try elf :)
    Amy x | A Little Boat Sailing

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  23. This shade is so stunning! I definitely have to pick it up if I see it.

    nueyork.blogspot.com

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  24. Thats a beautiful shade. I think it would be beautiful all year round. I haven't ordered from elf in ages. I can feel a cheeky purchase coming on
    http://www.letstalkbeauty.co.uk/

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  25. Just bought this exact product and shade last week and I've been loving it! It truly is very Kylie Jenner like, which makes men even more obsessed!

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  26. This is stunning! Such a gorgeous colour, looks like a great product.

    Georgina x | miss petite

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  27. I have one of these in the shade "natural" and I absolutely love it! Although you've convinced me and I think I'll have to give this one a go, too! ;)

    TutusandPearls.blogspot.com

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  28. These are quite nice. I have the color 'Natural' xx

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  29. That is gorgeous! I haven't tried any of Elf's lip products, however. I wonder if they sell this one in Target or Ulta!

    Watching for Pigs on the Wing

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  30. This looks really nice! Definitely has that Kylie Jenner feel to it.

    Tasha // shiwashiful.

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  31. this was one of the first lip products i brought, still love the colour!

    Lauren| thatgirlcalledlauren.blogspot.co.uk

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  32. I love elf but haven't been on the site in a while, this colour looks so pretty & very much like the famous 'Kylie Jenner lip' look!

    infinity of fashion// Lucy Jane

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  33. That is such a gorgeous shade! I've actually been eyeing that for a while :D

    Yuen @ The Craziest Paradigm - fashion, beauty + lifestyle

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  34. I love these lip crayons and much cheaper than the Clinique Chubby Sticks, although I love them too!

    Mary // beautyonthecheap.net

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  35. You have totally inspired me to try this one out, beautiful colour! x x x

    kassiella.blogspot.co.uk

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  36. this products sounds right up my street! will be giving it a go for sure

    This Girl Loves Chic

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    xx

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  37. This is so pretty and I need to hunt this down just for that color.

    Jackie | fashionxfairytale | bloglovin' |

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  38. Sending my love to those makeup companies who make makeup we actually can afford x.

    jeansandmacaroons.blogspot.com

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  39. Gorgeous colour - more mauve that faux, I think!

    Laura | Laurzrah

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  40. I adore ELF matte lip colours, but I'm yet to try this shade. Il keep an eye out for it, it looks beautiful! Mimi xx
    Mimi Flys

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  41. This colour looks lovely and ELF is so affordable!

    Laura @ Laurakathren | a Little Lifestyle Blog

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  42. I own this myself and it's a very wearable mauve! Comfortable on the lips too.
    Http://berrixbeauty.blogspot.com

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  43. This is such a beautiful shade, I've actually been eyeballing it myself recently. After this post I may have to pop on over to the ELF website myself and pick it up at last!

    Heather, porcelainbeautyx

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  44. This looks gorgeous! Must resist though :)

    Rachael x | N o v e m b e r S t o r m s |

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  45. I didn't even knew Elf was making these lip colors !! This one looks gorgeous & I love the name ''Tea Rose'' it's so adorable !
    Malika

    Malikaheart.blogspot.ca

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  46. This is such a pretty colour! I've never tried Elf products but I definitely might give this a go x

    www.amuchprettierpuzzle.com

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