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Home » Lips » Lipstick » Day 28 of 30 : Estee Lauder Pure Color Long Lasting Cream Lipstick in Fig

Day 28 of 30 : Estee Lauder Pure Color Long Lasting Cream Lipstick in Fig

August 10, 2011 Paris B 22 Comments

30 days is now coming on 3 months 😛 But we’ll get there, oy!

The Estee Lauder lipstick in Fig is a right classic. I’ve been using Fig for years and years … because it would inevitably make an appearance in any Estee Lauder GWP (gift with purchase) pack. I kid you not. At one time, I had at least 5 or 6 tubes of Fig and it got to the point that everyone I knew had a tube of Fig because I’d give them one.

The colour is a browned red which looks very dark in the tube but after so many years, I can understand why Estee Lauder includes Fig into all their GWP packs – its a colour anyone of any skintone can wear. Its that neutral.

estee lauder pure color fig lipstick

The version I have is the latest incarnation of Estee Lauder Pure Color Cream lipsticks. The packaging is the same – gold cover with clear plastic base with the colour representation embedded in it. It makes finding the right colour a cinch. The new formula promises a longer lasting colour with smooth creamy application. Estee Lauder has it down pat on all counts.

They didn’t get rid of the scent though – pity. I still associate the scent of Estee Lauder lipsticks with the “old lady” image of the brand. The brand is hardly “old lady” anymore, but the scent still makes me think of it. So it would be nice if the scent goes.

estee lauder pure colour lipstick fig review

So Fig – a browned red that looks dark and let’s say this DULL in the tube. Look at that! Its soooo boring!

Here’s a swatch on the back of my hand…

estee lauder fig lipstick swatch

Estee Lauder Pure Color Long Lasting Lipstick – Fig swatch (swiped once)

… still boorinngg…. although it starts to surprise doesn’t it? It actually looks reddish in a swatch, instead of the browned red in the tube. This is the Pure Color Cream formula, which as the name implies, is creamy. One swipe is usually opaque enough to cover your lip colour but unlike lipsticks of yore, it isn’t waxy or heavy on the lips.

estee lauder pure color fig

Also featuring: Smashbox Eye Wish palette (light blue, grey, cream) on eyes, Canmake Cheek and Cheek Blush Duo #2 Rose Tiara, Diorskin Nude Sculpting powder foundation, Shiseido Perfect Defining Volume Mascara Black

I think it really comes into its own when applied on lips. On my lips, its a deep red that looks brighter in the photos than it does in person, I swear. But it is a very nice colour. You can see a shine, but this lipstick contains no shimmer. It isn’t very glossy either, but it imparts a very nice creamy look on the lips that is a classic lipstick. None of that sheer balmy lipsticks we have been seeing – this is classic lipstick at its best! 😀 Lasts more than 4 hours for me, with food and drink and wears off evenly. I cannot complain. I really can’t.

In a nutshell

Estee Lauder Pure Color lipsticks are long lasting without drying, and without feeling heavy or waxy on the lips. The Cream texture applies smooth and very pigmented and opaque with a shine. Fig is a lovely neutral browned red that I believe will suit most people of any skin tone or skin colour. It could do without the signature Estee Lauder scent, but otherwise I have no complaints.

Pros: Long lasting colour, Creamy pigmented texture, Smooth and does not dry out lips, Not heavy not waxy, Fig is a good neutral colour for everyone

Cons: Scent reminds me of when Estee Lauder was an ‘old lady’ brand

Estee Lauder Pure Color lipsticks come in different textures but for me, they have always been one of the best in the creamy lipstick department. The good thing (sort of) is that Estee Lauder tends to include Fig in their GWP packs, as I’ve noted above. I’m sure many of you have cut your EL lipstick teeth on a GWP lipstick in the simple blue plastic case. Another colour I used to get was Tea Rose – had a few of them too.

Do you have a favourite Pure Color lipstick shade? Or might you stop by and take a look next time? I like the SA at the Estee Lauder counter at Isetan The Gardens – I’ve picked up a few things from there and she’s always pleasant and helpful everytime.

Paris B

Estee Lauder Pure Color lipsticks retail at RM88 each and come in 35 shades at all Estee Lauder counters

What is the 30 Days of Lip Swatches project? I will be showcasing and reviewing 30 lipsticks or lip glosses in the coming days. Lip products was chosen by popular vote from the readers. You may find all 30 days of lip swatches or follow it by clicking on the Lips category.

Previously: Day 27 of 30: YSL Rouge Pur Couture 04 Rouge Vermillion

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  1. Hanny says

    August 10, 2011 at 4:05 pm

    I’ve been interested in them Pure Color lipsticks for a long, long while now. Hmmm. I really really like the packaging. But I don’t know what color to get if and when I do. Have been obsessed over dark pinks and reds now. >.<

    Reply
    • ParisB says

      August 10, 2011 at 5:02 pm

      There is a very very nice red in the Pure Color lipsticks (used on the model) but I cannot remember the name. I tested it once and liked it very much and you might like it too 🙂

      Reply
  2. Mrs Top Monkey says

    August 10, 2011 at 4:09 pm

    Oh wow! What a gorgeous colour! Sooooo chantek! *rushes to EL counter*

    I have to stop reading your blog, it’s not good for my bank balance.

    Reply
    • ParisB says

      August 10, 2011 at 5:03 pm

      Its a colour we can all wear so its really very nice 😀 Don’t stop reading la – just hide your wallet or don’t go to a mall or something 😛

      Reply
  3. S says

    August 10, 2011 at 4:17 pm

    Mum frequents the very same EL counter you mentioned! She claims the SAs there are the ‘best for samples and deluxe-sized freebies’ and actually remembers her name, which is an added plus! Funny how good customer service actually makes you buy more 😉

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    • ParisB says

      August 10, 2011 at 5:04 pm

      Haha! Glad to know your mom and I have similar preferences >.< A friend scored loads of sample sachets there too and barely had to ask! I like customer service like that 😀

      Reply
  4. Jamilla Camel says

    August 10, 2011 at 4:35 pm

    I love ths shade on you! have to check this out. The newer Estee Lauder lippies smell like vanilla, though.

    Reply
    • ParisB says

      August 10, 2011 at 5:04 pm

      Thank you Jamilla! I found the new and old ones smelt the same – maybe its my nose haha!

      Reply
  5. Jen W says

    August 10, 2011 at 4:47 pm

    Love how Fig looks against your skintone. Huge fan of brown based reds- MAC Dubonnet is one of my staples.

    Reply
    • ParisB says

      August 10, 2011 at 5:05 pm

      Hi Jen! Thank you – its not easy finding a good browned red so I guess its always good for me to go back to a tried and true one 😀 I haven’t tried the MAC one but I’ll give it a look some time 😀

      Reply
  6. Lee says

    August 10, 2011 at 7:44 pm

    You do know this colour is right down my alley!

    Reply
    • ParisB says

      August 11, 2011 at 10:16 am

      Oh yes it is! 😀 Although I do think you would like something more berry?

      Reply
  7. lyn says

    August 10, 2011 at 7:57 pm

    I love EL lippies and Fig looks lovely on you! I think EL was the first ever lipstick I owned as my mum had extras lying around from GWPs and gave me Tea Rose when I was 15 🙂 Their lipsticks still have the same scent and I admit I quite like it.

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    • ParisB says

      August 11, 2011 at 10:17 am

      Yeah EL lipsticks were synonymous with GWPs for me haha… The scent is still the same which isn’t something I prefer, but at least it doesn’t bug me

      Reply
  8. Juan says

    August 10, 2011 at 8:23 pm

    Omg… Sama la… Fig & tea rose – the 2 colours I used to have plenty when I was a heavy user of EL. You just made me want to get this colour again. It’s gorgeous!

    Reply
    • ParisB says

      August 11, 2011 at 10:18 am

      These must be EL’s 2 bestselling colours… or worst selling colours haha… Tea Rose is quite a nice colous as I recall. Very wearable.

      Reply
  9. gio says

    August 10, 2011 at 10:01 pm

    Fig looks gorgeous on you! Too bad about the scent though.

    Reply
    • ParisB says

      August 11, 2011 at 10:19 am

      Thank you Gio. The scent isn’t unpleasant, just too familiar 🙂

      Reply
  10. karina says

    August 11, 2011 at 9:46 am

    At their recent launch at KLCC I picked up Wild Ginger (no.7) which was recommended by the Beauty Advisor. This colour contains a slight orange tinge, not a colour I would have chosen for myself. But the colour suited me fantastically and it is now my favourite Pure Color lipstick shade. I love its creamy richness.

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    • ParisB says

      August 11, 2011 at 10:26 am

      I think I remember the shade Wild Ginger – a slightly orangey shade. Glad you took the plunge and found that it suits you 🙂 Its always nice to step outside our comfort zone and find that something works better than we expect 🙂

      Reply
  11. Jacqueline says

    August 18, 2011 at 1:48 pm

    Bright bold lips look really good on you. Wow!

    Reply
    • ParisB says

      August 18, 2011 at 4:08 pm

      Thank you 🙂

      Reply

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