Thursday 23 January 2014

My Rimmel Apocalips Collection...

Remember when Apocalips were getting SO much hype in the beauty blogging world? Of course I couldn't ignore the hype, but I didn't go out and buy *all* of them at the same time just because they were popular.

I've slowly built up my collection and I now have 5. I'm writing this post now because I know I won't buy anymore. The colours I don't have are the ones that don't appeal to me - the paler and/or nude shades.

Admittedly, some of the shades that I have are ones I rarely use, and one of them, Stellar, (also the first one I bought) I've never worn out because it is SO bright and a bit scary.

Without further ado...

 L-R
'Stellar'
'Apocaliptic'
'Nova'
'Solstice'
'Celestial'


L-R
'Stellar'
'Apocaliptic'
'Nova'
'Solstice'
'Celestial'

Now I guess you'd like to see some swatches!

L-R
'Stellar'
'Apocaliptic'
'Nova'
'Solstice'
'Celestial'

I haven't posted lip swatches because when I try to take the photos, they don't turn out very good...maybe someone can help me refine this skill?!

Overall I really do like these lipglosses - the main reason is because they are super duper pigmented! I like that the applicator has a reservoir to hold the gloss, making application easier. You don't need to dip the brush back in because it gives you enough gloss to coat your lips. 

Applicator

As for the smell, it is quite pleasant - sort of rosy like? I have no idea but to me it smells nice. Also, these don't set so they transfer easily onto things such as glasses and people - if this is an issue, blot!
 Now I'll discuss them individually...

Stellar
This is the one I haven't had the courage to wear out. It comes out as a vibrant neon orange-red...not sure if I can pull off an orangey colour on my lips! I've only worn it when at home alone, playing with makeup (we all do it, cmon) and it is VERY bright. It does leave a stain so I think it would be quite long lasting.

Apocaliptic
I adore this colour. It's a deep but still bright fuschia colour. I wear it when I want bold lips. This has good last power as it does leave a stain on the lips. 

Nova
A pretty, girly pink. On me it sort of looks like a Barbie pink but I do like it! It goes well for daytime occasions and casual evenings. Does not last quite as long as the two above because it doesn't quite stain but it looks lovely.

Solstice
Out of all of them, this is my go-to colour when I don't know which one to use. It's a MLBB colour with a hint of shimmer. I wear this one the most out of all because it works so well with many outfits/makeup looks. Similar to Nova in the sense that the lasting power is not as good, and it does leave a trace of shimmer behind.

Celestial
I'd probably describe this as Solstice's less attractive sister. It's a nice watermelon-pink colour, very wearable and, well...nice. I remember my high school English teacher hated us using the word 'nice' because it was such a bland adjective, but it seems to fit here. It looks pretty but it's not really a unique colour in my opinion. If I had to eliminate one from my collection, it would be this one. But don't get me wrong, I still enjoy using it!

And that is my collection. Feel free to critique my thoughts on these colours! Do you also have an Apocalips collection? Which shades are your favourite? Let me know by commenting below!

17 comments:

  1. Solstice looks gorgeous! Believe it or not, I've never actually tried the Rimmel Apocalips! Also, I visited Priceline the other day and they've released new shades that weren't available before, so I think I'll get my hands on some of these :)

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    1. Its my fave :) I think you'd really like them, they're such pretty colours. I had no idea new shades had come out, thanks for the heads up - I'll have to check them out :)

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  2. Brilliant post Sarah and those pics are so classy and colourful - I think these swatches are the best I've seen on any blog hon, well done (I'm a total swatch freak). I have Solstice and Celestial, but I'm going to get Nova as well now that I've seen it on your gorgeous skin xxx

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    1. Thank you :) I had a hard time with these photos because it's been really dark and gloomy this week, so I'm glad you like them :) Nova will look wonderful on you, it will be the perfect bubblegum pink to add to your collection xx

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  3. Reading your post is not helping me in my determination not to buy lip products, lol xx

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    1. Haha sorry, maybe next time I'll have to put a warning at the start of the post :) xx

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  4. I picked up Solstice for half price at Chemist Warehouse a few weeks ago. I wasn't a huge fan of these when they first came out, but I really do like this colour, and I've been wearing it quite a bit lately. Can't see myself rushing out to buy anymore though.

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    1. Solstice seems to be pretty popular! They are a good product but certainly not everyones cup of tea. I think a lot of people got caught up in the hype of it all.

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  5. Lovely post Sarah! I also find they transfer which annoys me but the shades are beautiful. I also don't use the paler shades, I like Solstice and Celestial!

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    1. If they didn't transfer, they'd be close to perfect!

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  6. Love the swatches! Apocaliptic is such a gorgeous color

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    1. Thanks lovely :) I know, its beaautiful! I get compliments on it when I wear it :)

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    2. I've nominated you for the Liebster Award :)

      http://lipsticksandcoffee.wordpress.com/2014/01/24/my-first-liebster-award/

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  7. I'm embarrassed to admit that I never jumped on this wagon! I would have picked Solstice and Nova, not sure I could pull off Stella or Apocalyptic :)

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    1. Good choices! They are lovely shades to wear without being too bold :)

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  8. I have Nova! Too scared to wear it out most of the time though as it is so incredibly pink! Don't think it suits me, will have to try another shade in the future.

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    1. Try Solstice, it's much more wearable in my opinion :) I know what you mean about being too scared to wear certain shades out...I'm like that with half my lipstick collection haha

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