Beauty

I have thoughts.

One thing about Kim Kardashian: shes a bona fide businesswoman.

Its the latter thats recently made a splash.

Bustle beauty editor Rachel Lapidos gives her honest review of SKKN BY KIM’s debut makeup collection…

Just last month, Kardashian introduced a new category to her beauty line, launchingSKKN BY KIM makeup.

So, how do they stack up against the legacy makeup brands Ive been wearing for years?

Well, I have some thoughts.

Lip Liner

Read on for an honest review of SKKN BY KIMs makeup collection.

Ive found the pencils to glide on like actual butter.

Theyre super smooth, making app a breeze.

SKKN BY KIM lip liner review.

Though theyre easy to blend, the pigment also stays put if you dont touch it.

When I tested them, they lasted much longer than most other lip liners Ive tried in the past.

I shared my feelings with Bustles beauty writer, Olivia Rose Rushing, and she wholeheartedly agreed.

Soft Matte Lip Color

Theyre considered full-coverage, and deliver a softly blurred, matte finish.

The color payoff isnt quitethatlong-lasting for me, but I am really into the airbrushed finish.

Moisturize your lips before applying, as dried lips can highlight the appearance of those crinkles around your mouth.

SKKN BY KIM soft matte lip color review.

It just looked like a dozen nondescript matte neutrals been there, done that.

I tested the formula by pairing shades 05 and 10.

With just a few swipes of my makeup brush, I had a rather sophisticated nude eyeshadow look.

Classic Mattes Eyeshadow Palette

Lesson learned: Never underestimate the power of a good neutral.

The Verdict

Dont sleep on SKKN BY KIMs debut makeup collection.

They make me feel sophisticated and chic like a Forcible Woman.

SKKN BY KIM classic matte eyeshadow palette review.

Kardashians right: This collection simply enhances your best skin.

And, IMHO, she has perfected the art of natural-looking beauty.

Add them to your makeup bag the next time youre ready for an upgrade.