NYX • B52 • Lipstick

KattyBee on 4/30/2013 4:49:00 PM more reviews by KattyBee

Age: 30-35   Skin: Sensitive, Fair, Cool   Hair: Red, Wavy, Fine   Eyes: Blue    

This is a beautiful mauvey tea-rose color that is a little bit pinker than MLBB on me. It is very subtly romantic and pretty. I'm really liking it for spring and summery looks.
As usual the formula for the NYX round case lipsticks is creamy and smooth. Of the ones that I own (b52, Perfect, Thalia, Snow White), this one seems to benefit from a bit of lip balm applied first for a bit more smoothness. It looks good for about 3 hours on me, which is pretty decent for me.
I think this lipstick is a great value!

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itsastreetlight on 12/11/2012 6:51:00 PM more reviews by itsastreetlight

Age: 30-35   Skin: Dry, Fair-Medium   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

The lipstick formula itself isn't that amazing - staying power is just a few hours, smells kind of funny, tube itself looks cheap because of the ingredients sticker that doesn't come off. On the bright side, it doesn't feather, stain or dry lips.
The real bright side that makes it a four star lipstick I reach for again and again, is the color. It is a mauvey-pink that is easy to wear and natural looking in both color and texture on my fair-olive skin. So many cheaper lipsticks have shimmer, this doesn't; the finish is shiny but otherwise natura, a satin.

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sofinthesky on 11/14/2012 3:46:00 PM more reviews by sofinthesky

Age: 25-29   Skin: Sensitive, Fair, Neutral   Hair: Brown, Straight, Medium   Eyes: Hazel    

Love this!
It's a MLBB. At first I wasn't sure because it looked too dark for my super pale complexion, but now after playing around I found that if I apply it once and then blot it a couple of times it looks gorgeous. Then I wear as it is or sometimes with gloss on top.

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mikaavila94 on 9/2/2012 8:36:00 PM more reviews by mikaavila94

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Combination, Medium Brown   Hair: Black, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Brown    

I was looking for a dusty rose type lipstick but when I put this on, this was the only pink-y type lipstick that didn't make me feel like a clown. I really like it because although it's not a bright pink, it still makes an impact. It has some magenta tones as well as brown and is quite a unique color. I wouldn't repurchase this shade though, only because I'd like to explore more shades from the NYX Round lipsticks.

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imfly2150 on 4/2/2012 1:12:00 PM more reviews by imfly2150

Age: 19-24   Skin: Oily, Dark   Hair: Black   Eyes: Brown    

This color is great on (WOC)

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*TOP REVIEWER* Seadoo on 2/7/2012 10:34:00 PM more reviews by Seadoo

Age: 44-55   Skin: Dry, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Straight   Eyes: Other    

A very beautiful, creamy, medium pinky/brown color on me (MLBB). Yes, I will buy again.

Pros:
Creamy
fabulous color
inexpensive

Cons (minor):
Not long staying power
Scented

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xxSprinkleMePinkxx on 2/1/2012 7:32:00 PM more reviews by xxSprinkleMePinkxx

Age: 25-29   Skin: Very Oily, Medium, Warm   Hair: Brown, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

I LOVE this lipstick! I was worried at first that it would be too fair for me judging by the color sample provided on the package but it's slightly a shade darker. I have been on the search for a semi natural looking brownish mauve lipstick for a while. My lips have a brown pigment to them so colors like MAC Blankety and MAC Tea Ceremony don't give me the natural look I'm looking for. This was a nice treat to find because it does have some color to it that I can pair with a look when I'm going for an amplified natural look so to speak. Not too fond of the smell but I don't notice it after a few seconds. This lipstick is also a little bit drying so sometimes I apply a lip balm over it. I will try and upload a pic w/ flash and w/o as some of these pics here make it appear darker than it really is.

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amlheureux on 1/20/2012 3:41:00 AM more reviews by amlheureux

Age: 19-24   Skin: Dry, Fair, Neutral   Hair: Brunette, Straight, Fine   Eyes: Hazel    

I'm giving this 4 stars because it's a nice, creamy formula that feels nice on my lips. There is quite a bit of slip and little staying power so it could be improved, but it's very good for the price. The color, unfortunately, just doesn't seem to work for me... It's a little too dark and brown for my super fair complexion. So, I won't be repurchasing this particular shade but I will definitely find another color.

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pecurina on 9/24/2011 1:24:00 PM more reviews by pecurina

Age: 30-35   Skin: Sensitive, Fair   Hair: Brunette   Eyes: Green    

The color is very flattering to my complexion. The lipstick is very moist and easy to apply. However, it doesn't stay on me very long.
Good value though.

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*TOP REVIEWER* AriSatomi on 9/18/2011 3:13:00 PM more reviews by AriSatomi

Age: 18 & Under   Skin: Acne-prone, Fair-Medium, Neutral   Hair: Blond, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Grey    

It is autumne again and it's time to whip out my rosey lipsticks that I love for colder weather. I found this sitting in my makeup boxes and thought it would be a change from all the Smashbox, Revlon, Lancome, and Maybelline lipsticks I use. This is very pigmented so a tiny bit goes a long way. The color is not million miles away from Revlon Colorburst's Soft Rose, which I absolutely love for a natural flush on the lips. But the lasting power of this is much better than Revlon. I used this today as a cream blusher and it reminded me of MAC's Blushcreme in Posey, it is comparable to the blusher both in lasting power and pigmentation.The two things that bothered me about this lipstick, and the reasons why I didn't give it 5 lippies, is because of the smell and the ugly packaging. First of all, the smell is stomach-turning for me so I always have to blot the lipstick down and cover it with a lipgloss to make wearing it bearable. Secondly, I think that the cap easily pops off, which makes it a danger for me to just throw it in my purse and go. I don't like to carry a makeup bag with me so a tight cap is essential for me. Hence, I prefer the Soft Rose from Revlon better because the case is very sturdy. All in all I do like this lipstick, and I will still repurchase even if it is harder to manage than Revlon.

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*TOP REVIEWER* BrittaBot on 7/16/2011 12:17:00 AM more reviews by BrittaBot

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination, Fair   Hair: Red   Eyes: Blue    

I've had this lipstick for about a year, and I didn't use it much previously because I found the rose/mauve shade and formula too dense and heavy. However, I pulled B52 out again, just to try it for an everyday work shade, and I'm much happier with it than I used to be. It's great for a look comprised of nothing but mascara, brows, blush, and lipstick, because it defines my lips and brightens my face. The formula is very smooth, and the pigment is full-coverage. This lipstick is pretty perfume-y, some floral fragrance, but I don't mind too much because the price, color, and long-wear are great.

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*TOP REVIEWER* lygophilia on 6/20/2011 4:50:00 PM more reviews by lygophilia

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination, Fair, Neutral   Hair: Red   Eyes: Green    

Another beautiful neutral brown shade from NYX with pink and slight mauve undertones, but I found it was too dark for my fair complexion. I prefer the lipstick "Perfect" as it's a lighter shade and more appropriate for my complexion. I gave this lipstick to a friend with a darker complexion and it really looks beautiful and better on her.

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MsNee on 4/20/2011 8:53:00 PM more reviews by MsNee

Age: 30-35   Skin: Normal, Fair, Cool   Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Blue    

Love this color. I'm fair but with naturally rosy lips and I have a hard time with a lot of pinks or lighter nudes. This is a medium pink shade with just enough brown (just a little!) that it matches my lip color very closely. On me it is a shade right between MAC's Syrup and Twig. This works well as a daytime nude for me and is a color I can keep in my desk or in my purse because it goes with everything. If you lips are naturally pale, I'm not sure this is an exciting enough color to worry about but if your lips are darker you should take a closer look. I prefer it with a gloss. This one isn't totally matte but it looks a little more dimensional (natural) with a small amount of shine.

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*TOP REVIEWER* pinkfrost52 on 4/14/2011 9:06:00 PM more reviews by pinkfrost52

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Fair-Medium   Hair: Black, Straight, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

Another great buy! I ordered this from Cherry Culture awhile ago, and finally came today. :) On my lips, it is a reddish brown. A nice colour for the daytime where I usually sheer it out with some lipgloss, and you can build up the intensity just by applying another layer of this lippy. Fairly moisturizing, very creamy smooth texture, and does not feather. Doesn't last through eating/drinking, so reapply then. Would be a nice colour for medium to dark skintones. :)

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Shicurls on 3/22/2011 11:36:00 AM more reviews by Shicurls

Age: 30-35   Skin: Sensitive, Fair, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Curly, Medium   Eyes: Green    

I absolutely love NYX lipsticks! They are moisturizing and highly pigmented. I love the fact that I can swipe them on without looking and know that my lips looks satiny and lovely.

This color surprised me. I was expecting a more muted nude, but what I got was almost a perfect dupe for Bobbi Brown's Brown l/s. Don't quote me on the "Brown" color because I may be remembering "Brownie Pink". LOL. In either case, this color is a great darker-than-your-natural-lip color that Bobbi Brown is always saying is the perfect everyday color. It's a brown, mauve that looks polished on my fair skin.

I don't know my MAC color, because they can't ever match me (I have pink undertones, but I wear warm colors the best). I am a 110 in MUFE HD fdtn. I say, give this lippie a chance because I'm definitely never buying BB l/s again!

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tazzyface on 3/7/2011 9:05:00 AM more reviews by tazzyface

Age: 19-24   Skin: Dry, Fair, Neutral   Hair: Other, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Hazel    

LOVE this! I look so classy when I wear this haha. This is a colour I'd wear out to a fancy dinner or something else of the like. My boyfriend described it as a more 'sophisticated' colour and I agree. A bit too dark for day time wear, though I think it would look lovely on older women at work. Application was easy, the lipstick wasn't drying and the staying power was quite good compared to the other NYX offerings.

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*TOP REVIEWER* sallysellsseashells on 2/23/2011 2:02:00 PM more reviews by sallysellsseashells

Age: 30-35   Skin: Combination, Medium, Neutral   Hair: Brunette, Straight, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

For me, B52 is a MLBB shade. I already have pigmented pinkish mauve lips and this gives the perfect hue to make me look natural. B52 is a pink brown with a touch of mauve. B52 doesn't lean extremely to warm or cool. I find this shade to be decently neutral. B52 has a rich creamy satin finish with good color payoff and no shimmer. As with all NYX l/s, I do find that they lack staying power. I get about 3-4 hours of wear without food or drink. I do like how NYX l/s feel on the lip, they don't dry them out and they are quite moisturizing.

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*TOP REVIEWER* sugamonkey on 1/19/2011 11:09:00 AM more reviews by sugamonkey

Age: 30-35   Skin: Normal, Fair-Medium, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Straight, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

Thank you MUA reviewers! This was my first NYX lippie and I love it! I was looking for a warm toned pink/mauve color that wasn't too bright or brown for my Asian NC30 skin. This color is perfect! Like another reviewer said, this is a color you can wear when you don't want to think about it. Just swipe and go. It also wears off into a pretty stain. It's muted enough to wear during the fall/winter, but I think it's also warm enough to wear during the spring-I plan to put some gloss over it.

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*TOP REVIEWER* dddoxie on 1/5/2011 1:07:00 PM more reviews by dddoxie

Age: 25-29   Skin: Combination, Medium, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Straight, Medium   Eyes: Hazel    

I think this color is a possible dupe for MAC Syrup, which I love. Beautiful natural color with a tinge of plummy-ness.

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touchingmirasol on 12/31/2010 4:38:00 PM more reviews by touchingmirasol

Age: 19-24   Skin: Combination, Tan, Warm   Hair: Brunette, Wavy, Medium   Eyes: Brown    

I absolutely love this shade. It's slightly lighter than my natural lip color, but looks very natural. It's so creamy! I just wish there was more product in the tube. I can see myself running out in no time!

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