Jordana Twist & Shine Moisturizing Balm Stain in Cranberry Crush – Review & swatches

If you’re looking for a cheaper version of Revlon Balm Stains, this could be your best choice.

Jordana Twist & Shine Moisturizing Balm Stain
Moisturizing Balm Infused with a Light-Weight Stain

• Applies with a Glossy Finish then Transforms into the Perfect Flush of Color
• Long-Lasting
• Retractable, No Sharpening Required
• Paraben-Free

Jordana Twist & Shine Moisturizing Balm Stain - Cranberry Crush

Jordana Twist & Shine Moisturizing Balm Stain - Cranberry Crush

Jordana Twist & Shine Moisturizing Balm Stain - Cranberry Crush

Jordana Twist & Shine Moisturizing Balm Stain - Cranberry Crush (swatch)

Jordana Twist & Shine Moisturizing Balm Stain - Cranberry Crush (applied)

My thoughts
I've got Cranberry Crush which is a beautiful berry shade and smells delicious. The pigmentation is so buildable – something that I love about it. A single swipe gives a gorgeous flush of color; multiple swipes mean more intensity!

Compared to the Revlon one, it’s definitely more hydrating. My lips feel hydrated and look shiny upon application however within an hour, the shine goes way and my lips don’t feel moisturized anymore. I am also quite disappointed with the longevity. It doesn’t last as long as my Revlon Balm Stain. The stain lasts for two hours on my lips. And that’s just it! Two hours – talk about long wearing lips stains!

I really like it but would’ve loved it so much more if it were long lasting on me.

You might like it if…

• It feels hydrating on your lips
• It smells delicious
• The pigmentation is buildable
• It doesn’t dry out your lips

You might not like it if…

• You think it’s not long wearing

My rating
 
4/5

Jordana Twist & Shine Moisturizing Balm Stain comes with a price tag of PKR 650 and is available online at Beauty Hub.

What do you think about it? Have you tried it?

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Jordana Best Lash Extreme Volumizing Mascara – Review & swatches

Alright ladies, this review is gonna be short and sweet. Been holding over this post for much too long now.

Best Lash Extreme Volumizing Mascara

• Immediate Extreme Volume
• Buildable Formula Without Clumping
• Long-Lasting Power

  

Jordana Best Lash Extreme Volumizing Mascara

Jordana Best Lash Extreme Volumizing Mascara

Jordana Best Lash Extreme Volumizing Mascara -- Before & after application (2 coats)

My thoughts
My lashes are naturally thin and sparse and I’ve got to say this one does a brilliant job for the price I paid. The packaging is very ordinary and comes with a standard straight wand. The formula is very black and the consistency is all right; not too thick or thin. I noticed that it sets within seconds when I apply. For me, it lengthens my lashes decently, nothing over-the-top however it thickens nicely in a single coat. What’s more, it holds the curl well through the day.

Does it smudge or flake during the day? Well, no it doesn't! It stays put all day long even in this harsh weather of Karachi. My advice would be to be careful during application. The wand attracts a lot of product on the tip so make sure to take off the excess and start by applying to the base of your lashes working all the way up while wiggling the wand at the same time. One coat should be enough for those who’ve got nice lashes already. For someone who’s got lashes like I do should apply two coats for best results. It could get clumpy on a second coat though.

You might like it if…

• You are looking for a budget-friendly mascara
• It lengthens and thickens lashes very well
• It holds the curl through the day
• It opens up your eyes since it’s very black
• It doesn’t flake or smudge all day

You might not like it if…

• It doesn’t give your lashes that extraordinary lengthening effect
• It starts to clump on a second coat

My rating
 
4/5

Overall, it's really good and the price is just amazing. I got mine for $3.59 from BeautyJoint.com. You can enjoy 5% discount on your order at Beauty Joint by using the code SARAHASSAN (all upper case letters) on checkout. You can also look for this product at online Facebook stores mentioned in this post.

What do you think about it? Have you tried it?