With all the new lipsticks coming out in sheer or glossy formulas I was craving something different for a change. I’ve had a few lipsticks from Le Metier de Beaute for quite some time but never really got into using them because the texture is more of hybrid matte-stain/lipstick kind of formula. They can be a bit dry when applying on the lips, even if the color is rich and the texture smooth once you actually have them on. So I pulled out my favorite Le Metier gloss in Ibiza and it’s counterpart in the lipstick formula – hence Ibiza and Ibiza. Both are soft warm shimmery pinks. The Sheer Brilliance Lip Gloss ($32) version is very sheer and gives a soft tint with a high shine. The Colour Core Lipstick ($32) is a high frost complex coral-pink with silver shimmer (think along the frost lines of MAC Lamé, Sequin or Plastique).
Overall: I like Le Metier de Beaute Ibiza and Ibiza. The gloss is one of my favorites from the line. The price is high and formulas are ok though – nothing I feel is a must-have. I still prefer Chanel, Dior and Edward Bess.
Beautiful post!! I actually wanted to try the Color Core lipstick and had Ibiza in my NM cart. After seeing how frosty it is I think I may choose a different shade. Thanks so much for this post…it came at the perfect time!
Oh wow I have decision problems….I don't like frosts…but it looks so pretty…but I don't like frosts…but it looks so pretty on Lina…*sigh*
those colors are gorgeous. I agree with you about the lipstick formula not being the best. I prefer chantecaille and P&J. I'll have to try the new dior and edward bess
You have the best lips to model lipsticks on. Love these shades!
What a beautiful combo! The Ibiza gloss is gorgeous!
Although I've never cared for LMdB's lipstick, the line's Sheer Brilliance Lipgloss is another matter. Ibiza was one of my go-to glosses last summer and it's sure to be in my regular rotation again this year. It provides a sheer wash of bronze-tinged rosé that enhances natural lip color or lipstick by adding depth and shimmer thanks to a judicious amount of gold, silver, and pink micro-glitter. But, glitter-phobes should not be quick to dismiss Ibiza. It doesn't add obvious sparkle; rather it shimmers in a way that makes lips look soft, full, and lush.
Because my lips are medium rose to begin with, last year I wore Ibiza primarily on its own. This year, though, I've been layering it over Rouge Coco Shine in Évasion which is a light peachy pink. The combination is quintessentially summertime.
Im so jealous of your plump lips! Love the color!