Saturday 21 January 2012

Review: NARS Bolero Velvet Matte Lip Pencil.






I first saw this after my last flatmate bought it in the Summer, I immediately wanted it but after a while completely forgot about it - until I was at the NARS counter recently. I got the last one, so it was obviously meant to be.
This is a sort of lipstick crayon, it's a really soft and pigmented lip product, which leaves a brilliant matte finish. This is the second Velvet Matte pencil I own from NARS (the other being Roman Holiday) and I think they're great quality. 

As it's a matte finish, and I have dry lips, I'm always a bit wary of how it's going to look on my lips. Lighter shades tend to make lips look even drier, but this has such a creamy consistency. I don't find my lips get too dry when I use this, although a small amount of maintenance usually goes down well before applying! 

This is fast becoming my favourite lip product, the colour is perfect - a peachy pink with a hint of coral, and it seems to stay on my lips for ages (something that rarely happens). 
It's a bit more expensive than other lipsticks, but I do think it's worth the price. I love NARS products, it's definitely one of my favourite brands and I think the shades they have are all gorgeous. 

What do you think of NARS Bolero? (I think this product was Limited Edition but it seems to have been moved to the main collection now wooo)
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49 comments:

  1. Unknown21 January 2012 at 14:00

    It look beautiful! Going on my shopping list!

    http://bookishbeauty.blogspot.com/

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  2. Jazzie21 January 2012 at 14:04

    I love nars lip pencils, i have cruella and i can't seem to put it down!

    Ria x
    miniinstilettos.blogspot.com

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  3. Georgie 21 January 2012 at 14:06

    It's so pretty! Also your make up looks absolutely flawless, I'm jealous of your skills! x

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  4. Megan.21 January 2012 at 14:15

    This is such a beautiful colour on you! It will make the perfect lip colour come spring/summer too :)

    xx

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  5. Megan-Elizabeth21 January 2012 at 14:16

    It might just be my moniter colour :| but it looks almost identical to Topshop's 'Coy' lipstick pencil! Either way it's really nice!

    Megan-Elizabeth

    www.velvetbows.me

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  6. Evie21 January 2012 at 14:18

    this looks gorgeous! i have dragon girl, but i really want to try this!xo
    eeevc.blogspot.com

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  7. E21 January 2012 at 14:25

    Ooh, pretty colour! Is it bad that I've never tried Nars? Another thing to add to the list of things I desperately want but can't afford!

    Emily Wears Things

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  8. Rachel21 January 2012 at 14:27

    This looks fantastic, I think I might have to try one of their pencils now, but in a darker colour!

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  9. Anonymous21 January 2012 at 14:33

    Gorgeous colour!! Reminds me of Topshop Coy lipstick pencil! xx

    www.pinksugarnotes.blogspot.com

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  10. jennifer 21 January 2012 at 14:33

    I love colours like this. I have one of their lip pencils but in a sheer coral shade. It goes on so beautifully and surprisingly creamy! Looks fab on you

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  11. lauraelizabeth21 January 2012 at 14:44

    This looks absolutely gorgeous on you! Such a pretty shade <3

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  12. Lily21 January 2012 at 14:46

    Gorgeous, really suits your skintone :)

    ug-lily.blogspot.com

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  13. Εvi21 January 2012 at 15:08

    Oooh, love this! Lately I'm so fond of matte lip colours, it all started with the Elf Studio matte lip crayon- I was amazed by its creaminess and longevity on the lips! I'm def going to check out Nars Bolero, looks like the perfect shade for summer! xx

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  14. Unknown21 January 2012 at 15:13

    Yes, I love these lip pencils. I'd have them all if I could afford it! That colour does look particularly lovely on you
    xxx

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  15. Sara21 January 2012 at 15:14

    Oh so pretty. I have this pencil in pale pink, I think it's called Roman Holiday and I wore it practically all summer. Love it.

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  16. Anonymous21 January 2012 at 15:16

    It's a really lovely colour, and it looks great on you :)
    www.xoxocolorvibe.blogspot.com

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  17. StylePupil Ellie21 January 2012 at 15:36

    This colour is so gorgeous, and your skin is so beautiful!
    x

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  18. Anonymous21 January 2012 at 15:49

    proper pretty; such a lush colour, love how you matched it with your blush too!

    beth xo ramz and the flock

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  19. Talia James (The Skincare Saviour)21 January 2012 at 15:49

    that looks sooo gorgeous! <3

    www.MrAJBx3.com

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  20. Unknown21 January 2012 at 16:06

    I have an ELF version of this and its almost the exact same colour for 1/3 of the price!

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  21. Aimee21 January 2012 at 16:24

    That's a lovely colour on you, ideal for Spring!

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  22. Unknown21 January 2012 at 16:32

    This is absolutely gorgeous and it suits you so well! Definitely something that's just been added to my wishlist!

    Gem x
    www.twinklebug.com

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  23. Lauren Baker21 January 2012 at 16:47

    That color looks STUNNING on you.

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  24. Anonymous21 January 2012 at 16:52

    I love that colour, it really suits you! x

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  25. Carly Slym21 January 2012 at 17:08

    I love peachy lips shades, think I need this x

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  26. Isabella21 January 2012 at 18:33

    might get this, looks beautiful!

    fiveandfivemakesix.blogspot.com

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  27. Unknown21 January 2012 at 19:16

    it looks gorgeous, might have to get that when payday arrives! x

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  28. Marta21 January 2012 at 19:18

    Stunning! You look amazing :) xxx

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  29. kelly marie21 January 2012 at 20:04

    Looks beautiful, i have dry lips too but this doesn't look drying on you at all!

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  30. Marie Loves21 January 2012 at 20:57

    Oh my god, looks stunning!

    Marie x

    marieeeloves.blogspot.com

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  31. Elle Drew21 January 2012 at 21:03

    This colour looks gorgeous on you! I want but on my lips it would go horrid as they get sooooooo dry. x

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  32. Zoe Amelia22 January 2012 at 00:39

    That is really nice, looks great on you! This will be going on my ever-growing wishlist :)

    http://ameliasallsorts.blogspot.com/
    xx

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  33. Glitter Detector22 January 2012 at 01:23

    Another goodie to my Nars wishlist! This shade is so pretty and I'm glad it has a creamy consistency, because my lips tend to get pretty dry too so that's a big plus xx

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  34. An Obsession With The Fabulous22 January 2012 at 04:31

    Looks amazing on you! I have this too, I did find it accentuated my dry lips though!

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  35. Gauri22 January 2012 at 07:49

    I think you did a great job on the review. That's a nice shade :D

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  36. Jenny22 January 2012 at 10:16

    The shade is lovely on you, I wouldn't be brave enough to try a coral!

    jennyslittleboxofgems.blogspot.com x

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  37. Unknown22 January 2012 at 13:17

    Such a gorgeous colour!! It looks lovely on you!!

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  38. Carmen22 January 2012 at 13:24

    You look even more gorgeous than usual in this post! How is that fair?? haha!
    I've never bought anything from Nars but I really need to!

    www.handbagfullofdreams.blogspot.com

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  39. Chantelle Thomas22 January 2012 at 14:58

    Its such a pretty shade. Suits you so much! x

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  40. franki22 January 2012 at 15:39

    Gorgeous colour and I love the matte finish. I'm always wary of matte lipsticks for the same reason - they seem to really emphasise any dry areas, but I'm very tempted to give this a try, it's beautiful! x

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  41. Carlito8622 January 2012 at 20:56

    Love this colour, I have one in a nude colour that I have totally forgotten about until seeing this! x

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  42. Sarah22 January 2012 at 21:28

    I love this peachy look!

    500daysoffashion.blogspot.com

    (ps my giveaway ends tommorow!)

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  43. Anonymous22 January 2012 at 23:14

    I love the colour of thise, it looks gorgeous on you! xx

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  44. Sara Luxe23 January 2012 at 12:55

    your skin continues to amaze me !

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  45. Tish and Pish23 January 2012 at 13:32

    Super blog!!! Im now following you...
    Hope you ll visit mine when you have spare time :-)

    http://tish-and-pish.blogspot.com/

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  46. Suzanne23 January 2012 at 21:59

    That's such a pretty colour. So summery and girly x

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  47. Aoife24 January 2012 at 15:25

    That is such a gorgeous shade!! love it =]

    http://panda-brows.blogspot.com/

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  48. beth sutton28 January 2012 at 14:04

    this product looks simply gorgeous! i think it looks amazing on you and seems so much nicer than a lipstick. i've never used something like this before but i definitely think i'd like to give it a try. and the colour is just perfect! X

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  49. Unknown12 June 2012 at 22:49

    Wow I adore this!! I definitely will be buying. Looks fab on you. x

    missluxurylifestyle.com

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