The other day I went to the mall with one specific mission: buy a birthday present for my friend. Thats it. Nothing for myself. You would think that after 27 years I would know myself better than to ever think that was actually going to happen. Well, long story short, I eventually did find a birthday gift but not before I left the YSL counter at Nordstrom with one of my favorite lip combinations ever. Oops. I hate when that happens. 
I’ll do better next time.
I love YSL Sheer Candy Glossy Balm because it goes on like a lipstick, feels like a chap stick, and looks like a gloss without the stickiness. Their new line Rouge Volupte Shine is just as wonderful but with a little more pigment for when you want more color. The lipstick on the left is #15 Coral Intuitive and its a pretty nude color, perfect for when you’re doing heavier eye makeup. I layer it on top of their Glossy Stain #27 Pêche Cerra-Cola. I usually don’t love stains, but this one is unlike any other I’ve tried because it lasts forever and doesn’t dry my lips out like most. I love this lip combination for an everyday look, but its also a great balance for a smokey eye at night.
LEFT: Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Volupte #15 Coral Intuitive RIGHT: Yves Saint Laurent Glossy Stain #27 Pêche Cerra-Cola
Sarah says
April 1, 2013 at 12:09 pmI have been thinking about trying the YSL lip products. Thanks for the info!
Erika says
April 1, 2013 at 12:17 pmI need some of that lip stain. Thanks so much for the idea 🙂
Rachel says
April 1, 2013 at 12:24 pmOoooh, love this! Always on the hunt for that perfect lip color 🙂 The YSL Glossy Balms are fantastic and this color is perfect for spring & summer! Thanks for the wonderful suggestion!
Margot says
April 1, 2013 at 12:29 pmLove! What do you typically wear/recommend for a matte deep red lip color?
Carrie Berschman says
April 1, 2013 at 12:30 pmWhat shades have you tried and loved in the
Sheer Candy formula?
jalise says
April 1, 2013 at 12:30 pmI just bought YSL beige instinct #11 in the rouge volupte with golden gloss golden shelle#51 on top with a precious shimmer with 24 carat speckles in it!
Kayla says
April 1, 2013 at 12:34 pmEmily! I am SO excited you have started a blog! I love it! I am definitely going to have to try that lip color.. so pretty!
Kayla
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Kim says
April 1, 2013 at 12:34 pmYou mentioned you layer the lipstick on top of the lip stain. You don’t layer the glossy stain on top of the color?
I love you and all of your suggestions. You’ve got me hooked on so many other amazing products. Thank you!
Ashley says
April 1, 2013 at 12:38 pmIf any of you have not stumbled upon YSL Rouge Volupte silky sensual lipstick… Holy moly. Nude Beige (shade #1)… Come to mama. It literally feels like silk, but is SUPER pigmented. And if I’m gonna spend that kinda moolah on lipstick, it better. Does NOT disappoint!
Meredith says
April 1, 2013 at 12:43 pmI love YSL lipsticks! My favorite is Rouge Volupte #1. It’s the perfect nude.
Leanne says
April 1, 2013 at 1:23 pmAbsolutely gorgeous colour!! I’d wear it all the time!
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Lynn says
April 1, 2013 at 1:42 pmI love this lip combo!!! I will have to go buy it. Please do a blush post next. I have always wanted to know your favorite blushes.
thanks Emily
Iselin says
April 1, 2013 at 2:40 pmoooh will try! 🙂
Rachel says
April 1, 2013 at 3:03 pmYves Saint Laurent Rouge Volupte colors are a must! I used two last year and am looking for a new color, thank you for sharing!
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Leora says
April 1, 2013 at 3:05 pmI love the YSL Volupte sheer candy. It even smells and tastes great.
Laura says
April 1, 2013 at 3:36 pmThanks for the tip Emily– I always love the products you suggest! Speaking of- what kind of eyeliner do you use? Love your blog!
Joseph says
April 1, 2013 at 4:28 pmAnd I’ve been looking for the perfect lips (nice color) to put on my lips and yours win hands down. No April Fools either.
Stefanía says
April 1, 2013 at 4:33 pmYour blog is coming along so lovely Emily! Lovely tips and posts 🙂 xx
Taylor says
April 1, 2013 at 4:39 pmHey Emily! YSL’s Rouge Volupte #15 is “Extreme Coral,” but the Rouge Volupte Shine #15 is called “Corail Intuitive.” Which one are you referring to? Thanks!
Joseph says
April 1, 2013 at 4:46 pmYou bring the energizer bunny out of me. Considering an afternoon nap, I saw that pucker and I knew there was no napping with that imprinted in my mind. So back to work.
Jenny says
April 1, 2013 at 10:25 pmHi Emily! So you layer the lipstick ON TOP of the gloss? Or vice versa? It’s such a gorgeous combo- can’t wait to try it!
Natalie says
April 2, 2013 at 9:01 pmI’m a big fan and hope you are doing well! From what I have viewed on TV, you seem very sweet and I wish you the best in life. Thanks for the tips! I just ordered both and can’t wait to try them out! I have the same hair/skin coloring as you so I hope it looks great on me too! We live in South Carolina but our mall is Charlotte South park! Every time I go there I tell my husband, “do you think we will run into Emily Maynard today?” He always laughs. Take Care!
Jan says
April 3, 2013 at 12:33 amAs the previous poster posted…
If you pile the lipstick ON TOP of the glossy stain, will that take away the gloss? Normally people would apply the gloss over the lipstick, if it’s not a typo then I will have to try it in reverse!
Shannon says
April 3, 2013 at 12:44 amAlso wondering what’s shades you like in the Sheer Candy Balm?
Jodi says
April 3, 2013 at 3:30 pmAt what other stores c an u get this lipstick from?
Marcy says
April 3, 2013 at 7:21 pmJust want to add that most Sephoras have the YSL line of makeup, lip glosses and stains.
Sarah says
April 4, 2013 at 12:09 amDior’s lip glow addict is another great one. It reacts with your lips to give you your own pigment, but it moisturizes like Chapstick and looks like a gloss giving your own pink hue. Love it for a pink lip color.
Heather says
April 4, 2013 at 3:42 amI really love your blog!!! I just got on and ordered that lipstick, thanks! I really need to know your favorite foundation and mascara.
Esther says
April 4, 2013 at 12:40 pmI really want to try that lip stain!
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Lauren says
April 6, 2013 at 10:40 amEmily, I’m not a fan of stains, as you said, they dry my lips and sometimes look like a clown. Anyway, I’m trying to find a great color for my wedding in May. You think the stain and gloss will suffice? Thanks! The beauty blog is so much fun!
Lauren
Susan says
April 8, 2013 at 11:48 amI was looking for a nice neutral lip so thought I’d give your suggestion a try. I LOVE this combo! It’s gorgeous and wears so nicely. I’m so impressed that I have decided you are now my official make-up consultant 🙂 Thanks so much for a great tip.
Carrie says
April 9, 2013 at 11:09 amI just purchased Coral Intuitive last night, and I must confess, I am in LOVE. YSL does it right. Thanks for recommendation Emily, keep them coming!
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