Maybelline Color Sensational Rebel Bloom Lip Colors ($7.49 for 0.14 oz.) were less impressive compared to the regular and Vivids range (the Vivids being one of my favorite lipstick formulas). If they were marketed as a sheerer formula, they might have worked better, but as-is, they’re not as pigmented as the regular ColorSensational range, while some were had higher slip and looked streaky or uneven when applied. Unsurprisingly, the darker shades in the range performed the best, while the lighter, more pastel-like shades tended to be more difficult to get smooth, even color with. The formula has a sweet, creme brulee-like scent but has a perfume-y taste (not as bad as the Color Elixirs but more noticeable than the Vivids range for me).

MOST UNIQUE: Blushing Bud (B+)
PERSONAL FAVORITE: Coral Burst (A-)

Report Card

• Coral Burst (A-)
• Rose Rush (A-)
• Blushing Bud (B+)
• Power Peony (B+)
• Barely Bloomed (B)
• Peach Poppy (B)
• Petal Pink (B)
• Lilac Flush (C+)
• Orchid Ecstasy (C+)
• Hibiscus Pop (C)

Did you pick up any of the new spring shades? How are you liking yours?