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sopranowriter on 12/14/2010 4:13:00 PM more reviews by sopranowriter

Age: 36-43   Skin: Other   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

I wish they had an option for "Yes I would buy this again if it weren't DISCONTINUED." D'oh! The Rum Raisin shade was my go-to fall lipstick-and now it's gone. I found a few online and am hoarding them jealously-I've never found a good copycat shade.
This lipstick tended to be a little dry, but I found that if I added a gloss on top, it made the texture much more agreeable, and it still had its staying power. I liked the fact that I actually could eat and drink and not end up with the dreaded clown mouth look afterward. The contoured shape made it easy to apply, but it did tend to break off rather easily. Warm toned shade, but it didn't yellow the teeth as some orangy fall tones will do-this was a bit more reddish. Loved it-I wish L'oreal would consider bringing it back!

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OICMe on 3/24/2010 9:37:00 AM more reviews by OICMe

Age: 36-43   Skin: Combination   Hair: Other   Eyes: Other    

My favorite lipstick-I always seem to come back to Rum Raisin, and that color is what I am referring to in this review. A great fall and winter shade-I don't wear it full-strength quite as often in the summer. A warmer shade that doesn't dull your teeth-maybe because it seems to have more brown than orange? I like the way its intensity can be varied with a little bit of gloss if you want a less strident color-just put the gloss on first and smack your lips together several times for just a blush of color-it will not last as long if you use gloss as a base unless you also use a lip liner-or add just a little gloss on top for a longer lasting, but still milder color. (This might be an idea for those who find this lipstick drying). If you want vivid color and staying power, just put it on full strength and leave it matte-no need for liner. If you eat and drink with it on, you will need to touch up, but you won't get that Bozo the Clown look that other, less durable formulas leave behind. Since it has been discontinued, look for it on EBay and online-I did a search and came up with a bunch of sites that sell discontinued products-none of which I remember right now-but it wasn't that hard to find and stock up on.

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*TOP REVIEWER* sharee20 on 6/26/2009 8:39:00 AM more reviews by sharee20

Age: 25-29   Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium, Cool   Hair: Red, Wavy, Fine   Eyes: Brown    

Discontinued...I love some of these colors and hope they are available in the new lipcolors from l'oreal. I have 'So Cinnamon' D27 which is an old hollywood deep red...very beautiful....'Raisin Berry' C17 which is a deep raisin color but it looks good, not purpley or too dark. 'Jive' A27 which is a very deep red with a brown berry tone to it. I'd repurchase So Cinnamon in a heartbeat...and i'd try raisin berry again too, love to see these in a new formula

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*TOP REVIEWER* ylrebmik7 on 1/29/2009 3:30:00 PM more reviews by ylrebmik7

Age: 36-43   Skin: Oily, Fair, Cool   Hair: Blond, Straight   Eyes: Blue    

This lipstick line has been discontinued. How very sad - it was and is an absolute HG for me and my sister. This is a longer, thinner, stick lipstick that goes on very smooth and has *great* pigment. The thin stick allows me to line and even slightly go over my lipline to create a fuller lip. Although it is not a lipstick that will last all day, it probably lasts twice as long as any other type of traditional lipstick. It does dry and won't feel like a moist lipstick, but it doesn't feel anything like the "gluey" long lasting lipsticks. I forget I'm wearing it.

When they discontinued these severals years back, my sister and I both stocked up on them. Fortunately, they last for a long time, too, due to their heavy pigment, so I hope the ones I have last me until I can find something that competes with this. (Please, if you find something, email me and let me know!) I love pink/purple shades and the two shades I use most frequently are Wild Voilet (more pink than purple) and Mulberry (a medium/deep purple).

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*TOP REVIEWER* yumcheesy on 1/2/2009 11:49:00 PM more reviews by yumcheesy

Age: 25-29   Skin: Oily, Fair, Cool   Hair: Blond, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Blue    

I got this at the $1 store in "Too Chili" and eventhough it's not blue-based and doesn't help my teeth look any whiter, it was the only color the store had and it looks decent for a red. It goes on like feeling like liquid- kinda like it melts onto my lips b/c it's so soft and smooth :-D luv that! it doesn't last very long, maybe an hour, but i luv reapplying it

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*TOP REVIEWER* vanillasugardream on 8/18/2008 11:43:00 PM more reviews by vanillasugardream

Age: 36-43   Skin: Combination   Hair: Red   Eyes: Green    

I am unsure if this has been dsct or not. But, I'll find some if they were!
My color is Tres Mauve (i think) and it is a great mauve shade even though I'm a redhead and normally mauve wouldnt be good. it's a great shade, a flattering deep berry. It makes my lips look fuller, is matte but not terribly drying and doesnt get weird and caky in the corners of my mouth. The thing i love best is it makes my lips look so full. i have tiny lips. It lasts for hours even when i drink or eat non-greasy food.

I wish the tube were a short one as i dont like skinny long lipstick tubes. Otherwise, love it and will buy more :)

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*TOP REVIEWER* Frenchmix on 6/20/2007 6:15:00 PM more reviews by Frenchmix

Age: Unknown   Skin: Oily, Olive   Hair: Black, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Black    

Best lipstick I've ever bought!! I bought these in so many of the red colors for years and loved all of them. I'm still trying to find something I love as much as these, not an easy task. I still have some spares but I'm running out...

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bumbles26 on 3/28/2007 9:59:00 AM more reviews by bumbles26

Age: 19-24   Skin: Sensitive, Medium, Warm   Hair: Brown, Curly, Fine   Eyes: Brown    

I love these lipsticks! My HG! They're the best I've tried over the years. I've been using Fawn Fatale 610 (really lovely beigey browny pink) for the past 5-6 years and its just lovely, for some time in the middle, I couldn't find these anymore and had to switch to other lipsticks but I've never been satisfied and have kept comparing them to these. Luckily, I've been able to find them on Ebay which is fantastic!!
The feel is creamy and sets on matt and doesn't leave the lips dry or flakey, and it lasts all day! I've also tried these in So Cinnamon (lovely red shade, very sexy), Mocha On Ice (light coffee colour which is matt with a frosty effect), Raisin Berry (lovely pink red berry shade), Chocolate Fudge (browny pink that is matt with a shimmer). I would highly recommend these, its a big shame these have been discontinued, I will still hunt for these though!!

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miabella on 4/23/2006 4:04:00 PM more reviews by miabella

Age: 19-24   Skin: Normal   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Blue    

Hi ladies! Just wanted to let everyone know they have these at Dollar Tree in several shades- in the nude, berry, cinnamon etc. I dont remember the names! Bought one for my mom and she likes it a lot.

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jolily on 9/14/2004 7:24:00 PM more reviews by jolily

Age: 19-24   Skin: Normal   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

i bought this in the color Ruby and used it for a photo shoot and loved it. it lasted a long time, it's velvety and matte, and Ruby is the perfect red. not too pink or orange, with just the right amount of blue. i bought this on sale at the drugstore for 3 bucks and it was definitely worth it.

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pinkice on 9/3/2004 12:13:00 AM more reviews by pinkice

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium, Warm   Hair: Blond, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Green    

Color Endure...in the nude and be blushed were my best friends until they were discontinued and I cried. First i put "be blushed as a liner" then "in the nude" the perfect colors ( for me at least) I loved their staying ability and their mate finish.

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swirlyeyes on 6/28/2004 11:48:00 PM more reviews by swirlyeyes

Age: 25-29   Skin: Oily   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Brown    

I JUST LOVE THIS LIPSTICK!!! It really does stay on for most of the day and my lips are not all dried out and parched...I used to wear "Red-y or Not" but, has been discontinued...now I wear "So Cinnamon"..no lip liner needed, doesnt bleed, great coverage...I usually stock up when Osco has a buy one get one free sale...can't beat that!!! :)

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Cilla99 on 6/14/2004 1:04:00 AM more reviews by Cilla99

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Brown    

I bought this in "Fawn" on sale. This lipstick has staying power but it made my lips chap! I had to wear chapstick for days after using. I definitely will not use again.

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*TOP REVIEWER* Lippyloo on 6/1/2004 8:39:00 AM more reviews by Lippyloo

Age: 30-35   Skin: Very Oily   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

This is a true matte lipstick, very pigment-intense. It's a bit drying on its own, so I wear a bit of balm underneath; it's also great for use as a non-feathering color base under clear lip glosses. No liner needed! I have it in four colors, and three of them don't transfer at all to cups, other people's cheeks, etc. For some reason the "Ruby Ruby" shade does leave a faint kiss-mark; I think it is just too vivid not to. Color descriptions follow:

Future Rose (my fav!)- Deep violet-toned dusty rose

Ruby Ruby- Deep garnet red, a bit like Viva Glam I

Rum Raisin- YLBB mauve-brown

Wild Violet- VERY cool-toned vivid purple-pink

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*TOP REVIEWER* LiisUsa on 4/26/2004 9:10:00 PM more reviews by LiisUsa

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination, Fair, Cool   Hair: Blond, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Blue    

I am SO disappointed. I too got this in Ruby (like the previous reviewer). On me it was very matte, dried out my lips too, but I felt that as long as it didn't smear and lasted thru a meal, I'd deal with the very unnatural look and feel. I allowed it to set for over an hour before eating but it got on my fork, my glass, and then on my napkin! It's like any other lipstick only more drying and a bit more expen$ive. IMHO: false advertising.

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sassgirl81 on 1/20/2004 9:26:00 PM more reviews by sassgirl81

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination   Hair: Blond   Eyes: Blue    

I think this is one of the best long-wearing lipsticks out there. I use it for theater performances, and I hardly ever have to reapply during a show. It doesn't fade, stays on great and doesn't dry my lips. It does come off when kissing other people though (my lucky co-actors, heehee). I would highly recommed this for someone who wants highly pigmented, long wearing and nondrying lipstick. I have Ruby Ruby, a deep blue based red, and Cherry Cling, a fuschia red that actually turns hot pink on my lips. Great colors, not for someone who wants a natural look though!

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*TOP REVIEWER* webmiztris on 1/5/2004 12:36:00 PM more reviews by webmiztris

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

I really thought this would have had better staying power on my lips. I figured it would be comparable to my Revlon ColorStay Lipcolor (my holy grail), but didn't last nearly as long. I really wanted to like it too!

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CyberTammy on 12/18/2003 9:51:00 PM more reviews by CyberTammy

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Blue    

Great product. Doesn't last *that* long but has pretty good wearing abilities. It goes on smooth and doesnt dry out your lips. Nice colors and great coverage.

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*TOP REVIEWER* Whammy on 10/22/2003 5:21:00 AM more reviews by Whammy

Age: 44-55   Skin: Combination   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Brown    

This lives up to it's name, it endures. It is very matte, and heavy pigment,not for the timid! Can be drying if get an older tube, or leave cap off :(. Nice sleek long square tube.. I have Violet, Berry Cool, Kiss Me Red, Cherry Cling. Only wah? Can't always tell if warm or cool, need more pinks/purple/fuschia, how about some metallic even? And NOT kiss or smearproof, a sealer needed for that.

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debed1996 on 9/26/2003 11:14:00 AM more reviews by debed1996

Age: 44-55   Skin: Very Dry   Hair: Brown   Eyes: Hazel    

I love Colour Endure Lipcolor. It has major lasting power. I bought Raisin Berry, which turned out to be more of a "chocolaty" color. The lip color stayed on for about 5 hours, without the need to re-apply after eating or drinking. Really! There was absolutely no need to use a lip liner, as this color stays where you apply it. No dry yucky feeling; lips felt moist enough. No high gloss sticky look; nice matte color. This will DEFINITELY become my main stay!

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