Hi Darlings, today’s post is going to be the review and swatch of the Kiko Free Soul Mascara in Burgundy Ride, this is a limited edition for the Summer and it’s now on sale.
If you saw my Essence Vibrant Shock Lash & Brow Mascara | Review you’d know that I’m on a quest looking for the perfect burgundy mascara, like the YSL one but cheaper.
The shade is not super bright so I’m sorry but it doesn’t photograph well.
You can get it here for 6,90$ and it comes in 3 different shades.
PACKAGING
The packaging is a slightly squared mint green classic tube. It comes in a cardboard box and the shade name is on the bottom, it’s very simple, but I like that the sticker on the bottom is the same shade as the mascara.
The spooly a normal size bristle wand and it’s quite curvy.
COLOUR
The colour is stunning, a beautiful dark burgundy maybe it’s a bit too dark but I like it because it still gives a hint of colour without losing the definition that black mascara usually gives.
FORMULA
The formula is very thick and dense, I prefer more liquidy mascaras because they are easier to use and I feel like this will dry fast.
It is a very good mascara though, even with one coat is very intense, very volumizing and lengthening, it holds a curl quite well.
APPLICATION
The brush is a bit too big for the lower lashes and I don’t know why I tent to stamp it on my lids when I put on.
EFFECT
The final effect is very nice and defined, I like it but I feel like I can’t really see the colour, although I think it still makes my eyes pop.
LASTING POWER
Since the formula is so dry it tends to flake after about 4 hours and you’ll find crumbled mascara on your cheeks, not a deal breaker but it’s annoying.
Other than that it doesn’t bleed and lasts about 8 hours on me.
RATING:
- Colour: 7/10
- Longevity: 6/10
- Application: 8/10
- Packaging: 7/10
- Effect: 9/10
- Formula: 7/10
GRADE: B-
I feel like this is definitely a nice mascara, I like the effect on my lashes a lot, but I don’t feel like I’m wearing a burgundy mascara, I wish the colour was brighter. The formula is a bit too thick for my tastes and I don’t like that it crumbles. It’s definitely an improvement from the Essence fiasco but I’m still looking for the perfect burgundy mascara.
Previous Post:
I really hope you guys enjoyed it, don’t forget to like, comment and share to let me know all your thoughts and if you have any question.
Follow @blushydarling on:
Love,
Mimi
The links in the post are affiliates, which means I get a small percentage from the sales if you use my link. This does not in any way affect the price you pay for the item, and absolutely does not influence my choice of items to show you.
This looks absolutely gorgeous on you lady!
Thank you babe!
Thank you so much honey!
This looks so good! It looks lovely on you x
Thank you so much hun xx
I’ve never tried a colored mascara, but this one looks incredible!
Thank you! It’s such a fun way to spice up a look
Great color match for your eyes. Bummer that there is a 4 hour flake situation.
It’s quite annoying since most times mascara doesn’t smudge on me! Thank you for reading babe ?
I love this color! I used to wear an auburn shade years ago and loved it. This is even better. Looking it up now!
Thank you! Coloured mascara is so fun ??
That looks like a nice mascara for everyday use. My niece would love that for her 20th birthday for sure.
I hope you’ll get it for her, it’s on sale too ??
The color on plain white looks very nice but you’re right when you put it on you can’t tell the difference!
It’s definitely a bit disappointing, I mean you get a very defined look (like black mascara) but if I wanted a back mascara I would have used a black mascara ??
Wow it makes your lashes look insane ?
Thank you ??