When a new season rolls in, we always look forward to seeing what new products our favourite brands are bringing out. We were especially intrigued by ELES and their Big Smoke range which is built around helping you achieve the perfect smokey eye. But of course like the philosophy of ying and yang, ELES balances the grungey glamour of the sultry smokey eye with a their fruity Super Gloss that will leave your lips oh so kissable.
Alongside blush, lip products are our Achilles heel when it comes to makeup. So, after being nothing but impressed by ELES' LipToxyl Sheer Lip Gloss (review here), it would have been a crime to turn down the opportunity to review the new Super Gloss from their The Big Smoke collection. With the lip gloss in the shade "Pomegranate" gracing our lips for the last few days, we must say that ELES is well and truly on top of their lippie game!! Despite having a price tag a little dearer than what we're used to coughing up for a lip product, the Super Gloss definitely lives up to it's name, giving a glossy, pucker-worthy finish to the lips.
Eles Super Gloss in "Pomegranate" |
Eles Super Gloss in "Pomegranate" over Rimmel's Lasting Finish Lip Liner in "Indian Pink" |
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Formulation A
There's something about the fruity, candy scent that transports us back to our childhood. It's not an overly sweet scent, but the kind that will have you reminiscing of afternoons spent making flower chains in the backyard. There's no other way to describe "Pomegranate" than the perfect pink. It's one of those universally flattering shades we're sure we'll be reaching for all year round. The Super Gloss is enriched with vitamins A & E to keep your lips nourished, and is a slightly sticky formula, which we're not too bothered by. It's definitely pigmented enough to wear on its own, but also adds a nice shine to just about any lipstick.
There's something about the fruity, candy scent that transports us back to our childhood. It's not an overly sweet scent, but the kind that will have you reminiscing of afternoons spent making flower chains in the backyard. There's no other way to describe "Pomegranate" than the perfect pink. It's one of those universally flattering shades we're sure we'll be reaching for all year round. The Super Gloss is enriched with vitamins A & E to keep your lips nourished, and is a slightly sticky formula, which we're not too bothered by. It's definitely pigmented enough to wear on its own, but also adds a nice shine to just about any lipstick.
Longevity A
Probably down to it's slightly sticky formulation, the Super Gloss lasts well on the lips and lives up to the online product descriptor which promises to protect dry lips.
Packaging B
You can't really go wrong with the simple packaging, however, we're not a big fan of the squeeze tube. It may make application quick and easy, but we find that it can get a little messy.
Affordability B
ELES is more of a luxury brand, but $33.75 is definitely more than we've ever paid for any lip gloss.
Range A
The Super Gloss comes in 8 shades, including clear. We wouldn't object to adding a few other shades to our lippie collection!
OVERALL GRADE A
If the LipToxyl Sheer and the Super Gloss are anything to go by, we're looking forward to trying out some more of ELES' lip products. The Super Gloss gets a super tick of approval from us!
What lip products have you been loving? Let us know in the comments below, and follow us on GFC, Bloglovin', Twitter and Instagram for more beauty reviews!
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♥ M + K
DISCLAIMER: The product was kindly sent to us for consideration, but as always, our reviews and opinions are honest ones.
It's really shiny, I like it!
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It is which is why it is the perfect gloss to have on hand in your makeup bag!
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M + K
I saw your comment on my blog, so I thought I'd swing by your link. Lovely site! x
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M + K
The gloss is very beautiful! I have to buy it!
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You sure do! The fruity fragrance and formulation has our seal of approval
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M + K
Color is rich and bright. Cute:з
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Sure is which is why we love it!! As we said in the post, you can wear the gloss by itself and it'll still give you nice colour
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M + K
Loving this colour! x
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You can never go wrong with pinks!
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M + K
This looks super gorgeous <3
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I love this color it looks so pretty on you. This is a new brand to me.
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Beautetude
Eles is an Australia brand and it's fast becoming one of our favourites!
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M + K
what a pretty colour! Your blog is really nice! Just followed you :)
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Really?! We will definitely drop by and say hi!
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M + K
I love the colour, it's definitely a universally flattering shade. It's looks perfect alone and layered
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