DuWop Fall 2009 Collection

DuWop is brand that I only associate with one type of product - lip plumper. Lip Venom is the only item that I have ever used from this company and I do admit that I often walk right past this mini little counter at Sephora. But with the release of Twilight Venom, I got myself reinterested in this company and wondered what other products than lip plumper that they have to offer.

For this fall, they have only released four new products, three for the lips and one for the face. But since I have been on a lip product kick lately, this doesn't bother me that much. And on first glance, I do see a red lipstick so I bet that I will find something that I want in this little collection. The first product that was released this fall was Twilight Venom, which we looked at mcuh earlier in the summer so I will quickly discuss it and then go onto the other products in the collection.

Here they are...

Twilight Venom - Be transformed. Let the alchemy transcend. Twilight Venom is not your typical DuWop Venom. Instead of a gloss, Twilight Venom is a shimmering crimson lip stain suspended in a venom-laced liquid lip conditioner with a super potent bite (watch out!), and contains argan, avocado, olive oils, and Vitamin E. This product should be shaken before use to represent the blending of the human and vampire worlds and applied repeatedly until lips are plumped, revitalized, and the desired intensity of color has been reached.

Lipmousse - Experience the bold lip color of DuWop's NEW Lipmousse. A cross between a gloss and a lipstick, this creamy, lightweight formula packs staying power with a punch of satiny power. The unique showerhead applicator dispenses drops of shea butter-infused color that hydrates long after the first use. Hydro-attracting powdered silicone consisting of two interlacing polymer networks absorbs water and swells, creating a mousse-like look and feel. The super absorbant formula also creates an optical blurring effect that diminishes the appearence of fine lines and wrinkles in the lips. Often times, in order to get intense coverage, there is an element of thickness that needs to exist. Lipmousse gives a long-lasting look without waxy buildup, creating a powerful burst of color, but is still sheer enough to see the beauty of the lips that lie underneath.

- Baked Apple - midtone brown red

- Creme Brulee - midtone nude

- Cupcake - bright blue pink

- Ganache - deep red

- Sorbet - pale pink

- Tart - midtone magenta

Private Red - DuWop has unlocked something new! Private Red, a color-changing lipstick that morphs into each woman's personal red, is the first of its kind to transform a single red shade into an endless variety of hues. This silky lipstick goes on smooth, and the rich pigment changes within five minutes to leave behind the ultimate perfect red. Private Red's proprietary formula includes a blend of three naturally-derived pigments - annatto, hibiscus, and henna - and the technology behind the classic "mood lipsticks" of the seventies to provide a vibrant red shade that adapts to suit each individual's coloring. Annatto lends a rich pigment base, while hibiscus flowers offer gentle antiseptic properties, and henna leaves behind a long-lasting stain. Additional hydrating ingredients such as beeswax, castor oil, and Vitamin E keep the lip color lightweight and emollient. Red is a stunning classic but it can be the hardest to wear. Private Red offers a provactive answer to the question, "What is my best shade of red?" without the hassle of selecting the perfect shade from amongst an endless sea of choices.

Primerstone - Get primed for beautiful skin with DuWop's NEW Primerstone. A one-of-a-kind development in the world of primers, Primerstone is a pressed-powder based, SPF 15 primer that evens out skintone, reduces pores, and creates a clean, receptive canvas for foundation application. Primerstone contains laricyl, a mushroom extract that acts a gentle astringent, minimizes pores, and provides long-lasting hydration. Platinum in the product works to stimulate cell turnover, as electrons transfer between the platinum in the powder and the natural metal ions found in the skin. Platinum's light scattering effect also helps to reduce wrinkles. Other ingredients zinc, magnesium, and mica allow for compatibility with both mineral-based and liquid foundations. Metallic elements help give the powder heft and the fine-milled texture bonds seamlessly to the skin's surface. Foundation applied over this canvas will have more staying power. Makeup artists have long known that a light dusting of translucent powder BEFORE applying foundation allows for smoother application and a reduction in the appearance of enlarged pores. Now, Primerstone makes this ameup trick available to wveryone, with the added benefits of SPF 15! Foundation applied over this canvas will have more staying power. Primerstone is available in one universally flattering shade.

The perfect red lipstick?! I am on the bandwagon with this product! I have been red lipstick fan for the past few months and this sounds as though it could be the end-all for red lipsticks. I think that I will either fall madly in love with this lipstick or I will be very disappointed in the shade that it turns my lips. Either way, I must try this product. I would also like to try the Primerstone and the Lipmousse in Creme Brulee and Ganache. Time to look past the lip plumper...

photo courtesy of DuWop