I was thrilled when I saw at Sephora that YSL had introduced new shades of my favorite glossy tinted lip balm,
YSL VOLUPTÉ SHEER CANDY Glossy Balm Crystal Color ($34). I ordered three instantly: Belle Cannelle (#14), Rose Candy (#15), and Fraise Ganache (#17). I don't know why I didn't order the fourth, Cherise Desir (#16). It must have been a moment of temporary insanity. I'll go back for it later today.
This balm dresses your lips in a sheer veil of brilliant color boosted with vitamin- and antioxidant-rich fruit extracts. Its ultralight, sensual texture leaves my lips feeling soft and hydrated, although not for up to eight hours, as YSL claims. It is ideal for year-round use, and I use my Sheer Candys in any season. I think I have all - if not close to all - shades. Look at how many I purchased the moment they were
introduced in 2011.
Here are my three new shades, shown in numeric order from left to right. I was able to get some photographs during a 15-minute, late-afternoon break in an all-day conference call I struggled to hear via phone. It was actually nice to dash outside for a few minutes on a lovely day.
I swatched these shades in the same order, starting with Belle Canelle at the top of my arm, moving down with Rose Candy, and ending at the bottom with Fraise Ganache. I had to swatch quickly, and it was fairly late in the afternoon, so these aren't the best photos I could have taken.However, given the sheerness of the Sheer Candy Glossy Balms, it's possible more time wouldn't have allowed for better photos.
I love these hybrid lipsticks! They are sheer, but colorful enough to add a polished gleam to my lips. The Sheer Candy's do have a fruity taste. The mango fragrance doesn't bother me at all. However, if you don't like any fragrance on your lips, try before you buy.
Photo at top courtesy of Sephora; other photos by Best Things in Beauty
Hi CG,
ReplyDeleteThese lipsticks are the only ones I ever go through right until the end. I use them everyday. Absolutely love them. The new one Rose Candy looks like a winner for me. And of course guess what I am at the very bottom of my YSL lip balm right now and need to buy a new one!
Great timing CG!!!!!
Thanks for the swatches!
Best Regards,
Joanne ~ VancouverChic
These look gorgeous! I only own the shade in Sweet Fig but it is one of my favorite lip products. A couple weeks ago I saw the new shades on Sephora's website but could not find any swatches or info on the new shades so I was happy to see this post! I've now got my eye on Belle Canelle and Fraiche Ganache!
ReplyDeleteDear CG,
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for that review. For the longest time I only used reds or "my lips but better" colors, but during the last weeks I am more and more falling in love with sheer lipsticks like Chanels Rouge Coco Shine :-) Those YSL look absolutely stunning and exactly like a possible new addiction and I will definetely check them out as soon as possible! I also love your review on the other colors. Thank you! I hope you have a great weekend.
xoxo Stephanie