Matte liquid lipsticks - Rated Best to Worst.

I have quite dry lips although I exfoliate and moisturise therefore they are not too flaky. I first tried Gerard Cosmetics liquid lipsticks and fell in love with the way they dry fast and you are less likely to have to re apply the product. I will list below links of where to get the products and what shades i used.

1. Jeffree Star Velour Liquid Lipstick
The feel of this formula on my lips is very light weight, isn't sticky and doesn't dry out your lips either. I like the feel of the wand too it is soft and glides on the product evenly and flawlessly. After the product is on your lips for a few hours it doesn't separate, it may have worn off on the inner part of your lips if you are drinking, eating oily foods, or kissing. as the oils break down the product on the lips therefore wearing it off a bit. I was expecting that though as, it is vegan and contains no nasty chemicals either therefore natural oils will break down the product.
Jeffree star has an amazing range of colours, may favourite is celebrity skin, i also have posh spice, scorpio, watermelon soda, and the lip ammunition celebrity skin.

2. Kylie Cosmetics Liquid Lipstick

The formula to this product isn't as creamy as the Jeffree Star one. This lip product is easier to use on top of a lip liner as it is hard to line the lips with only the liquid lipstick. The colours are really pigmented, good quality and light weight feeling. Although, they can dry out your lips after a few hours therefore moisturising your lips before application. Also I never have to re apply throughout the day but i have before and it can sometimes feel a bit too 'cakey' with 2 layers on the lips. I feel that it is worth the price it is retailed at and I get many compliments when wearing my lip kit. I have Dolce K and KoKo K. 

3.Gerard Cosmetics Liquid Lipsick

This is the first liquid lipstick I tried and I fell in love with the way that liquid lipsticks give and amazing matte coverage on your lips and the colours are so pigmented, The brush on this liquid

lipstick isn't as soft as the Jeffree Star velour liquid lipstick. But, I do love the formula, I haven't experienced any patchiness, and the colours are pigmented. It doesn't feel cakey on the lips and it doesn't dry it out as much as the Kylie Cosmetics liquid lipsticks. Also these liquid lipsticks are inexpensive and good quality.
I have the shades Invasion, Iced Mocha and Ecstasy. The colour range on beauty bay is amazing, I haven't tried any of the nude shades although, I do what Aphrodite.




4.LA Splash Couture Liquid Lipstick
This is one of the worst liquid lipsticks I have tried as it feels cakey and dries out the lips to the point of them cracking within half an hour of application. The wand was a similar shape to the Kylie Cosmetics as it is quite long, although the formula is very runny. I do like the colours, they have a wide range of them. Also the packaging is chic with the gold writing and lid. Also, the price of them is inexpensive and easy to deliver in the UK as they stock them on Beauty Bay. I have the shade Ghoulish which is quite purple and grey it is good for a winter day, and also, Rose Garden which is quite bright compared to the colour the picture shows although, it is still a nice colour for the spring and summer.

5. Sleek liquid lipstick 
The colour I purchased was Birthday Suit and I was excited to try out my first nude shade of liquid lipstick. When I swatched it on the back of my hand it appeared nude with an undertone of pink. Although, when I applied to the lips it wasn't nude, more of a dark pink. And the applicator is stiff and hard to move to outline the lips. Also the consistency of the formula is runny therefore when removing the applicator out of the container the liquid smeared all over the top of the packaging and got messy really quick which, has never happened to any liquid lipstick before so, I was surprised to see how messy it was, I felt that it was cakey, sticky on the lips and drying too. Overall, I tried this product once and wouldn't recommend it to anyone as it isn't a good product.
I do love SLEEK products though, the highlighters are really pigmented and long lasting so, I am not dissing the brand.

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Favourite products of the month

This is a blog post about my favourite products of the October month, I have included skincare, hair care and makeup products. My skin type is super dry and dehydrated, and my hair is also damaged from bleach so the products I have used are best suitable for these conditions.

Moroccan Oil 

My hair, especially the ends, needed a real moisture boost and shine. I have tried coconut oil, argan oil, macadamia oil, and all sorts of hair masques. But this product Moroccan oil is by far the best. The texture is really thick and soft in the palm of my hand and once applied to the hair it is immediately soaked in and leaves your hair soft and silky feeling. Also, I felt that my hair dried faster and looked shiner too.
The bottle is a pump dispenser which makes it easy and messy free to use. You can purchase smaller bottles which are perfect to try the product out before buying the full price one, and they are really good for a travel size too.
I only used a small pea-sized amount of the product and it was well more than enough for all of the lengths of my hair, I wouldn't apply to the roots unless you were to use it as a pre treatment oil, in which, you would apply to all of your hair including your scalp the night before a shower to allow it to soak into the hair and scalp, this will help really condition your hair and detangle. Also nourish the hair cuticle to encourage hair growth.

Duo-Lash Eyelash Glue

This lash glue is unlike any other i've ever used, it is thicker and stronger than eyelure, primark own and KISS. The best way to use this product is to apply it carefully and thinly to the lash band making sure to apply or squeeze the tube too hard or else it ends up in a sticky mess. Allow the glue to dry for 30-60 seconds, then look down into the mirror and use either tweezers or fingers to apply the false eyelashes to the lashline carefully and accurately. Duo-Lash glue prevents the lashes from falling off on the edges or sliding about the eyelid as some of them do, it is very strong and quick drying.
The only down sides to this product is that it contains latex although, they have brought out a new Duo-Lash glue that is for sensitive eyes and doesn't contain latex which i will link - HERE.
Also, although it is amazing and very useful not to have to carry around this glue for touch ups as you won't need to, it is very hard to get your lashes off at the end of the day. I wear mine for around 8-9 hours a day and each day it is hard to take it off my skin, sometimes i have to use some coconut oil to remove the lashes, and the glue can be left on the eye, which is sticky and can be stuck to the eyelashes if you are not careful. All I use to remove it all is the Clinique Take the day off balm, which is one of my favourite products of the month too.

Clinique take the day off balm 

I used to use face wipes a few years ago, then i upgraded to the Garnier micellar water containing oil which felt a lot more moisturising for my skin although, i felt like it wasn't fully removing all of my makeup from my skin. so i thought i would try a cleansing balm as I heard that they are amazing for removing all traces of makeup and leaving the skin hydrated. I watched the MannyMua video of him reviewing the clinique skincare range, which brought me to try out the cleansing balm.
I feel that it is really easy to take off my makeup and it does dry out my skin either. I use a sponge to remove the balm from my face to take off the rest of my makeup. After, i use the Aloe Vera cleansing cream twice to remove all the dirt, oils and dead skin cells from the surface of my skin also, the left overs of the balm that I may have missed removing.

Real Techniques Expert face brush

This is the best real techniques brush i have used as the brushes are so soft and dense unlike any other. I feel like it applies and blends my foundation into my face flawlessly without it being streaky or showing my pores. It is very versatile, I use it to blend in foundation, concealer, and cream contour. This isn't too pricey either and can be purchased in a set of  'Core brush set' by Real Techniques. The best way to clean these brushes is using coconut oil which really gets into the synthetic fibres cleaning them with the anti bacterial properties the coconut has. Leaving the brush feeling soft and brand new.

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Review Kylie Cosmetics Lip Kits Dolce K & KoKo K.

I've been wanting to purchase the Kylie Cosmetics lip kits for a while now, although I found them hard to get as the restock was awkward times in the UK and the products sold out within 30 minutes. Therefore I attempted many times and was successful on purchasing multiple lip kits and a metallic from these tips.

1. Know the time of the restock in your country and what she is restocking as they may only restock the lip kits and glosses or metallic. I will occasionally post restock times in the UK on my Instagram page which is bbloggerchar.
2. Know what product and colour you want therefore you can choose it straight away, and click quick view, then put product into basket. (3 per customer) 
3. Have your information e.g. Address, email, etc. on auto fill.
4. Retype in the website when it is the restock time as it is quicker than refreshing.
5. Don't refresh when going to checkout, as you will loose your place in line. - the website does notify you when not to refresh.
6. I found it easiest to purchase via laptop or desktop as typing fast on a mobile can be difficult.

When receiving the package it is a unique box containing foam to protect the cosmetics and a card from Kylie Jenner thanking you of your purchase. Which is a personal touch that I appreciate. You also get your order form with the colour and type of product you ordered from the website. Also you can track your order the whole time it is being delivered. The day before it arrived the postage tracking said that it has been delivered to destination.  

Dolce K

The first lip kit that I purchased was the Dolce K, as I knew that I really wanted to try out the colour. The amount the lip kit converted to from $29 to pound is £20 for the liquid lipstick and liner. With shipping it comes to £30. I luckily wasn't charged customs, although I know many people have been on previous restocks. 

The packaging for the lip kits is really pretty, and different from other cosmetics packaging as the box isn't like other lipstick boxes as it is thinner and has the colour of the product all around the box. Also when you open the box there is a cardboard piece separating the two products.

 The liquid lipstick packaging is glass and heavy which is unexpected of a lipstick. I personally find that the colour is true to what it looks like, e.g. the Dolce K is a brown nude inside the packaging and is the same colour on the lips. Although, you will always have a slight change in colour from someone who has a different undertone to you.
The smell of the lip kit is quite sweet but after an hour of application the smell has disappeared, which didn't bother me. And the consistency of the formula is very lightweight and glides onto the lips with such ease, also the product dries matte quickly and doesn't dry into cracks or flakes of your lips either.
I eat, drink, talk, sweat etc. when wearing this liquid lipstick and it doesn't fade, peel, or dry for the entire day. The only downside to this is that it is very hard to remove at the end of the day.
The lip liner is really creamy and doesn't drag on dry lips, also the colours match perfectly. This colour is great for if you want to try out dark colours but you don't want to go too dark, also just using the lip liner will give you a lighter colour.

KoKo K

This colour is perfect for any look that has a bold eye shadow, or a natural day look. It suits all skin tones and doesn't fade at all throughout the day. I get a lot of compliments on my lipstick colour when wearing this. I normally apply this first then HEIR in the centre of my lips to give a glossy finish. I'll put a picture of me wearing this particular colour at the bottom of this post. I also post a lot on my instagram too of my MOTD. ( makeup of the day) 

I love how I can overline my lips with this pink as other pinks are too light or not a light enough matte for me. I feel that this nude pink is unique to any other matte pinks, even dupes aren't quite the consistency or colour. I've also heard that this is the first colour to go sell out on each restock and Kylie Jenner's personal favourite, along side Candy K. This is the lightest pink matte she has at the moment, so if you love pinks i really recommend this product. 

Overall I love these products its a shame not everyone can get their hands on them as they sell out so fast. My only downfall is that i don't find the smell is amazing but its not overpowering or unbearable. 

Dolce K

KoKo K

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Regret purchases

These products are ones that I wouldn't recommend for dry to really dry skin types as that's what I am, and I didn't get along with these products. They may work for you which is great but I'm just giving my opinion, enjoy reading my regret purchases.

• Fit Me Maybelline foundation in the shade 120, 

I didn't like this particular foundation as it separated on my skin and stuck to my dry patches. Highlighting the flakiness on my skin. I couldn't find a tool to apply this on without it product going streaky, I tried a flat top kabuki brush, beauty blender, foundation brush, the consistency was way too runny and thin therefore it was a light coverage and not build-able as it went orange when I tried to build up this foundation. 

Also it oxides, so by the end of the day I was really orange. What I didn't mind about this product is that the price is cheap and you do get a lot of product. I feel that this is more for someone who prefers a lighter coverage and not dry skin. I've heard the new foundation they've brought out is really good. It's called the Maybelline Fit Me Matte & poreless foundation, so I'll give that a try to see if it is a better formula than this one. The concealer that matches this foundation, is amazing. It's the Fit Me concealer in the shade 10 Fair. I'll go into more detail about the concealer when I do a dupe blog post. 

• Real Techniques stippling brush 

I had been wanting to try this brush for a while I was so excited when I finally got to try it. I loved the finish it gave my foundation and how easy it made it to apply my base. It was all going well until like the fifth time it was washed. (I washed it the same as I did as my crown brushes which are older and I still have now.) Applying my foundation as I normally would with this brush, then a few bristles fell out and I thought nothing of it, then the WHOLE clump of bristles fell out, all the glue that had been there to stick the hairs onto the handle had just came off in one clump. I was really disappointed as I thought I had done something wrong, although I did my research and found out it has happened to a lot of people, bearing in mind I had this 10 months and I've had my crown brushes for 2 years now. 

I don't recommend any of the other Real Technique brushes either as I feel that the quality of them isn't great as they are quite stiff and after a few months of having them harden up and make it hard to use and stain when you've used them a couple of times even with a brush cleaner and they are quite pricey too. If you're looking for a good set of brushes Sigma, Morphe, Zoeva, crown, Eco Tools, and MAC are all amazing. 

• Makeup Revolution Ultra Contour Palette 

The colours in this palette look amazing, so I thought I'd give it a go. The pigment of the matte shades doesn't show up on your cheeks at all, therefore I use the banana shade as a base to my eyeshadow and the darker colours as my transition shade. The darker colours aren't too bad to contour with they are just hard to blend especially with having dry skin. They are quite chalky and do leave a powdery finish, so i only use a bit of the product onto my eyelids. The highlighting shades are really pretty for the inner corner of your eye although they aren't shimmery enough for me, to use on the cheeks. So if you're looking for a highlighting and contour palette don't buy this one, this product is best for eyeshadow base colours. NYX have a really good powder contour palette that has similar colours to this one they are just highly pigmented. Its called NYX Highlight and contour Pro palette.

• MUA Velvet Luxe Liquid Lipstick

This was the first liquid lipstick I'd ever tried so I wasn't really sure what I was doing until I'd used it a couple of times and got my technique sorted. I got the colour tranquillity as it looked like a beautiful nude. Although when I applied it,  it looked more like my foundation colour rather than a nude. Also the consistency is really thick and chalky too which is terrible if you have the slightest crack or flake on your lips as it will highlight and go into the cracks. The colour also faded throughout the day therefore I had to keep reapplying over and over again so by the end of the day, I had a really thick layer of this liquid lipstick on my lips. It also felt so drying too which feels quite cakey. This particular product put me off liquid lipsticks as I thought they were all the same. I was sorry mistaken when I tried the Gerard Cosmetics liquid lipsticks. And the consistency is light and you don't have to reapply, I have all the details about my Gerard cosmetics liquid lipsticks on my review which I'll link HERE. Back to the MUA liquid lipstick, the price is great if you just want a cheap liquid lipstick to try, and the packaging is pretty too. On the other hand MUA lipsticks are really creamy and only £1. I'll be doing a review on the lipsticks and lip liners this month.  

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5 Must have Products

These products are my must have for every day use or when I'm applying makeup. I recommend these products to everyone. Continue reading to find out my Must Have products.

• NYX dewy finish Setting Spray

This brand is new to the UK, therefore not many people may have heard of it. I purchased my NYX setting spray from NEXT clothing store when they were previously stocking them, unfortunately they do not stock this brand anymore, although BOOTS are now stocking them online and in selected stores. I love a dewy finish as I have super dry skin, so I thought id give it a go as I'd heard amazing reviews and its cheap too. When I first used it, it straight away made a difference by giving me a beautiful glow accentuating my highlight, and my makeup lasted all day long. I've worn this through all seasons and it has kept my makeup in place, even through sweating. The product has also lasted me so long, I purchased mine earlier last year and it is still going. Although i only have a tiny bit left. I will be repurchasing this as I found it amazing, they also do a mattifying finish if a dewy look isn't for you. When spraying I go in a downwards motion making sure I've sprayed my entire face, I only spray my face 3-4 times as you don't want to spray too many times and the setting spray ruin your makeup or making your mascara run.

• Original Beauty Blender

I've tried many beauty blenders from the Real techniques beauty sponge, to the W7 beauty sponge. I found that they didn't last as long and started cracking, also when I washed them after using the sponge, the foundation had already stained it. The original beauty blender looks quite small but when it is dispersed into water the sponge expands a lot therefore making it easier to apply foundation as you are covering a larger area, also the sponge is so soft helping the product blend onto the skin and give an even coverage. I also felt that contouring, powder and highlighter went on easier and didn't look cakey due to the foundation evening out my complexion. It is worth the money as I had to keep repurchasing the other beauty blenders whereas with this one it lasts so long, mine is still going strong and I got mine in January. 

• Naked 2 Palette 

I've been wanting to try this palette for so long as I heard great reviews, and it didn't let me down. I received mine as a gift from the Christmas 2014, and all my eye shadow pans are still going. None of them have ran out and i use then daily. The colour is really pigmented therefore you don't need a lot of product on the brush, i like the fact that the packaging is metal so it's prefect for travelling as none of the pans with smash and the mirror won't break. Some people do not get along with the duo sided eye shadow brush that the product comes with and in some ways i agree as you can't blend with this brush, I find it's great for patting on shadow onto the eyelid and under the brow. If you want a more defined brush the BH Cosmetics do an amazing eye brush set that comes with everything you need. 

I've gotten so many different eye looks using this palette and it doubles as a highlighter, using just the blackout colour on your lids then blending it up into the crease creates a gorgeous smoky eye. If you're not sure on what palette to buy I'd recommend to go into a store that has an Urban Decay counter such as Debenhams, so they can provide you with the best palette for your skin tone, undertone, what eye shadow look you usually go for, if you want an everyday look or evening etc. Naked original has quite dark colours, Naked 2 has browns and silvers, Naked 3 has pinks and neutral colours. 

• Gerard Cosmetics Hydra Matte Liquid Lipsticks

I love these Liquid lipsticks so much because they stay on all day, you don't need a lip liner prior to application and the colour range is gorgeous. I have iced mocha, Invasion and Ecstasy. When i first got them I wasn't sure how to use them as I didn't want to apply too much product and the lipstick not dry, therefore I wiped off the excess product on the wand and applied from the bottom centre of my lips outward tilting the wand to define my inner corners. I found the product dried quickly and didn't dry out my lips or fade throughout the day. I've tried LA Splash couture and Jeffree Star velour liquid lipsticks, but I always go back to my GC because I don't have to reapply throughout the day or worry about the colour bleeding or staining my teeth. I have done a review on this product, if you click this link it will take you to it - http://www.beautybloggercharlotte.blogspot.co.uk/2016/03/gerard-cosmetics-lipstick-review.html  

• L'oreal Volume Million Lash

I love this mascara for length and thickening without all the clumpiness which you can get with other mascaras. I find that this is a dupe of the YSL Babydoll mascara as both do exactly the same and give me the same finish on my lashes, although my YSL Babydoll is older therefore it has dried out now. Therefore I'm using this mascara and i can't fault at all, you can build up the layers and it won't go clumpy, they look like false lashes too. I love spikey mascara wands as I find that the mascara doesn't clump up, the hairs are individually coated too. I use mine in a wiggling motion from the root to tip, building it up as I go along the lashes. The only fault i find is that my lashes drop the curl i first get when applying this product throughout the day, even when using my Eyeko Curling wand. 

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Beauty Hacks

This is a follow up from my last post about beauty hacks, hope they help you.

1. Baking is a complete new concept to all makeup lovers, Kim kardashian's makeup artist Mario Dedivanovic introduced us all to this new technique he had been doing for years to give Kim that photo ready, flawless finish makeup look. Now all you need to do is to dip your damp beauty blender into a loose powder and dab onto the face to set the foundation underneath the eyes to the cheekbones, nose, center forehead and chin. This is to be done before contouring and highlighting but after foundation and concealer application. To allow the product to 'bake' on your skin leave it for 5-10 mins, in the mean time you could fill in your brows or do your lips etc. Once the product has finished 'Baking' brush off the excess powder with a fluffy powder brush, I use Crown brushes Powder Brush its so soft and only brushes off the unwanted product left on the skin. The powders that are best for doing this technique are RMCA no Colour powder, Laura Mercier loose setting powder, and Ben NYE banana powder. I recommend them all they all have really different coverage, but baking generally gives a full coverage.
2. Sun cream. This is an essential product for everyday use, as sun damaging is a big factor to premature ageing to the skin. No matter what the weather is like outside or if you're staying in all day, harmful UV rays get through the clouds and through the windows onto your delicate skin and mutate the cells, damaging them, drying out your skin and causing premature wrinkling. In the worst case scenario, being over exposed to the sun can cause skin cancer which is life threatening if not diagnosed quickly. Also wearing sunglasses when driving or when you're going for a walk etc. will also protect your eyes, which are extremely sensitive to the sun. 
3. Coconut oil is a huge hype at the moment, and i can really see why as this natural source has so many beneficial factors such as, eye makeup remover, Hair conditioner, body moisturiser, lip balm, conditioner for eyelashes and brows to help the growth, and many more. Buying a big tub of this golden wonder will change your skin care and hair care routine. It is also super cheap too. The Tiana Extra Virgin Coconut Oil   as this coconut oil is not cold pressed therefore contains all the important nutrients for your health, skin care and haircare. 
4. Serums are important to everyone's skin care no matter what skin type you are. It is to be dabbed onto the skin prior to moisturiser, it is a lot more thinner and less creamy than most other moisturisers, as this product is to be for hydrating the new skin cells deep down in the epidermis therefore when the dead skin cells on the surface of the skin are exfoliated off you have beautiful radiant healthy skin. Many people see a different straight away from using a serum weather that be the texture of their skin softening or the way there makeup looks glowing. I find it makes my makeup easier to remove as your skin isn't trying to absorb the foundation as it is already hydrated by the serum. This product is to be used all year round, it is a myth to only use this in the summer. This serum Manuka Doctor ApiClear skin treatment is great for your skin and contains many beneficial properties for your skin. 
5. Priming the face for foundation is very important, it will change the way your foundation will go on, how long your makeup will stay and how the overall finish of your makeup will look. Wash your face using either an exfoliator or foam wash, Check out my previous Beauty hacks blog post if you're unsure on how many times to exfoliate. After tone your face, and moisturise with the appropriate cream prior to makeup application. You will need a lightweight and brightening moisturiser before foundation. Do not use a night cream or a thick heavy cream as your makeup will not stay on your skin and will slip and slid all over the place. I highly recommend the Aloe Vera day cream from The Body Shop, at first I had a tester of this product and loved the way it gave my makeup a glowing finish, therefore I purchased the full size, also this product has a lot if vitamins and great ingredients which is going to benefit your skin. No matter what skin type you are, it is also suitable for sensitive skin. Also the Benefit Triple Performing Facial Emulsion is amazing, it is also lightweight and smells amazing, it makes it really easy to apply foundation too, this product contains SPF 15 and is oil free. Therefore if you feel your skin becomes oily throughout the day this product many prevent the sebum going to the surface of the skin. 

I have gone a little bit into skin care although I will be posting a blog soon of a more in depth skin care routine for each skin type. Starting with the most common Combination which is well known as an oily T-Zone and normal/dry cheeks. Although combination could be any skin type combined. Example oily cheeks, and eyelids although dry forehead and nose. 

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Lip voltage review

I wasn't sure if this lip plumper worked but after looking at reviews and seeing results I thought I'd give it a go as I love to have plump lips. I've previously tried the soap and glory lip plumper although I felt tingling, it didn't plump my lips at all. Just stung a bit. So I thought I'd try a really strong plumper that had great results. I purchased mine from Dollywoodboutique  It was quick delivery and kept me up to date with emails and I could track my package too.
It came in a jiffy bag, sealed and secure. The boxes looked like they had been previously opened which made me wonder if i bought it second hand, when I asked around with a couple of other people that had also purchased this product their box looked the same as mine. I came to the conclusion that the company may be a small business and they package the products by hand.
Also, I've seen a few girls receive their HOT plumper containing a red like substance floating in the liquid, the customer queried the business and they explained that it isn't anything to worry about and to use it as normal. As it isn't contaminated or anything dangerous for the skin.
I was so eager to try this product out, I wanted the fullest lips and the best results. Therefore I unscrewed the lip gloss which is included in the kit, and release the HOT collagen into the gloss. I wanted the maximum effect so i put in 0.3ml into the gloss. I screwed the lid back on and left it to 'mix' for 30 seconds. I then shook it prior to application. TIP; when applying to lips, do not let the wand drag always have a good amount of product on the wand as you want the plumper all over the lips. Make sure to coat a thick layer onto your lips not missing the corners or cupids bow.

The After picture was taken 45mins later.

My lips stung for over 45 mins, I've recently found out that I'm not too bad with pain, I'd say it hurt a 2/10 for me the second time i applied it - the day after - it hurt a lot more I'd say a 4/10. A lot of girls have said the pain hurt too much therefore I recommend if your not too good with pain, to start with 0.1ml then if you feel like you can take more pain increase to 0.2 an so on. The largest amount you can put in at one time is 0.3ml. When i re used it the next day i put in 0.3 again and the day after that to see if it changes the results if you use it more often.
I felt like the last time I used it didn't plump my lips as much as i wanted to because I only put in 0.2ml in. Although the time before that I put in 0.3ml in and it lasted me 4+ hours which really impressed me. I was getting so many compliments on my lip and how plumped they looked.
I love wearing liquid lipsticks and my favourite at the moment is LA Splash Couture in Ghoulish. I only way i can fault this product is that it goes into the cracks and lines of your lips which doesn't look nice at all. But applying this product prior to application, I found it went on seamlessly, and looked gorgeous. I have a picture below of me wearing Ghoulish with lip plumper underneath.

TIP: to apply liquid lipstick on over the lip plumper, leave the product on until you cannot feel it tingling any more - I apply mine before I do my make-up therefore giving it time to plump - I then dab off the excess gloss on my lips using a tissue, then apply my desired liquid lipstick. This works the same for lipsticks too.
If you'd like to have a glossy finish then by all means apply this over your lipstick to give you the gloss finish, this product will not dissolve your existing product on the lips, although it may not work to its optimum results as it is not going on bare lips.
Another tip to know before buying this product is to know that this will not give you the exact result of lip fillers as lip fillers will work on small lips, depending on the area and how much ml that is inserted. I've seen results with this lip plumper on thin lips and, the results are not as noticeable as mine as it will not change the shape of your lips.
Overall I love this product the only thing I do not like is that it came with the ICE lip plumper which doesn't work for me as the coldness of it doesn't give the same results as the HOT one.
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