Milani Color Statement Review, Photos & Swatches

♡Milani Color Statement Lipsticks:
Price: $5.49
Availability: drugstores, ulta, cherryculture.com
Weight: .14oz
How many colors does this line have: 30
How many finishes does this line have: vinyl, metallic, cream, shimmer, pearl & matte
Paraben and Cruelty Free: Yes   
Claims: "True Instant Color. One stroke, full coverage application. This next generation lipstick gives the ultimate in color, texture and finish.  The lightweight creamy formula contains Vitamins A, C, & E to moisturize and nourish lips"

This line from Milani has been out for a while now and is very popular this summer.  These lipsticks come in a beautiful light gold tube with the shade color, name & number on the bottom.  They have a variety of colors and finishes that would fit any person and their style.  The colors range from neutrals to bold pinks, reds & purples.  The colors goes on very pigmented with just one swipe.  Due to the different finishes in the lipsticks some are creamier and more pigmented than others.

I recommend using a lip-liner and lip brush for the more bolder colors or else they will bleed upon application.  They aren't the most moisturizing lipsticks but they are hydrating enough.  They also stay on for quite a while and leave a nice stain after it fades.

♡Swatches/Finishes:
Dulce Carmelo: pearl
Uptown Mauve: cream
High Voltage: Vinyl
Flamingo Pose: Cream

The lip swatches have quite a difference between the flash and natural light but I have to say that the swatches with the flash are more accurate with how it looks in person.

Dulce Carmelo, Uptown Mauve, High Voltage, Flamingo Pose

Left: Flash ; Right: Natural Light

Left: Flash ; Right: Natural Light

Left: Flash ; Right: Natural Light

Left: Flash ; Right: Natural Light

♡Pros:

• Very pigmented
• Long lasting
• Wide range of colors
• Inexpensive

♡Cons:

• Bolder colors will bleed if lip-liner and concealer are not applied before application

♡Thoughts?:
  These lipsticks are great!  My favorite is Flamingo Pose.  I prefer the colors that come in the vinyl and cream finishes because the color payoff is much better than the shimmers.  Shimmer lipsticks also don't seem to do my lips justice =(.   If you are looking for a "WHOA, your lips are like WOW" reaction I would recommend you to go out and grab yourself some of these if you have not yet.  There are a few colors that I want to add to my collection but I'm waiting to use up some of my other lipsticks =)

I am sure some of you guys already own some of the shades from the color statement line, which ones do you own?  Any color you recommend?