Sisley Phyto-Lip Twists Review, Photos, Swatches (6 Shades)

I love all kinds of lipstick, but I especially love tinted lip balms. Believe it or not, it is much easier to find a fabulous full-pigment lipstick than a quality tinted lip balm. I have tried just about every single one offered from Sephora, Nordstrom, and Neiman Marcus, but the search always continues for the best. Though I only got around to trying these recently, Sisley launched the Phyto-Lip Twists earlier this year, and they may very well earn my Holy Grail Award. Check out more details and swatches after the jump!

My Holiday 2014 Travel Makeup Bag | Beauty Basics Edition

I rarely share the contents of my makeup bag, so I figured an update was due! Since I have been traveling more and more often, I made it a goal to learn how to make do with a single makeup bag. It felt nearly impossible at first, but I have finally done it! These are my beauty basics for the Holiday 2014 season featuring some of my must-haves from Nordstrom, and I really do keep this kit packed and ready for whenever a last-minute or overnight trip pops up. Check out the rest of my picks after the jump!

Clé de Peau Beauté La Boheme | Eye Color Quad in 212 + Enriched Lip Luminizer in 226 Review, Photos, Swatches

The Clé de Peau Beauté eyeshadow quad in 212 and the lipstick in 226 launched with the Spring 2014 La Boheme collection, but this duo makes up one of my favorite looks for Fall. I have been wearing the soft purple eye and mauve-nude lip combination often because it is incredibly chic yet romantic. Check out the individual product reviews and swatches after the jump!

Tom Ford Holiday 2014 Matte Lip Colors Review, Photos, Swatches [All 8 Shades]

The Tom Ford Holiday 2014 Matte Lip Colors launched at first at Neiman Marcus and are now available at Nordstrom. I've been testing them for several days now, and I'm in love! The formula is only a hint translucent with a single swipe and is easily buildable to full coverage color. The velvety finish is not excessively mattifying or drying like traditional matte formulas (think MAC's Ruby Woo), making it more approachable and wearable for those with dry and sensitive lips. Check out the individual shade break-downs and swatches after the jump!