I’ve been trying out new lip color this month thanks to the latest BzzCampaign. When I first signed up to try a flipstick (blastflipstick is just too long, AMIRIGHT?), I thought, “Cool. Free makeup. Whatever.” I was excited to play with a new product, but I didn’t expect to discover anything remarkable.

CoverGirl blastflipstickFrom the moment the shiny CoverGirl BzzKit arrived, though, I knew I might be dealing with a formidable force in lip color.

Flipsticks are two-sided, featuring a creamy lip color on one side and — on the other — a light gloss for layering. CoverGirl boasts that their new formula means easy blending to create fun, custom looks. And guess what — it does. Weird.

Usually, if I want to get that super-glam look of gloss over lipstick, I have to pick a gloopy, sticky gloss formula that can hold its own against a darker color. With flipstick, the lighter gloss is smooth and thin, adding a shimmery layer to the creamy, darker shade without making my hair stick to my mouth (these things are important).

Photo by Paul Nicholson
Wearing my favorite flipstick color (Vixen). Photo by Paul Nicholson.

A greater — and more useful — surprise for me is the long-lasting pigment of the flipstick. In my crazy mommy morning routine, I usually stick to lip stains for a low-maintenance look. I was surprised to find that I can apply my favorite flipstick color before I take Ian to school and still have color on my lips when I pick him up in the afternoon.

For me, the only drawback to CoverGirl blastflipstick is that the ingredients aren’t particularly environmentally friendly. The Cosmetics Safety Database gives the product a big 7 out of 10 on their safety scale. These days I’m trying to make sure the cosmetics I buy are healthy for me AND the world around me, so I was disappointed in those results.

So are you ready to try a flipstick for yourself? One of my dear readers will receive a CoverGirl blastflipstick in Stunner, a fantastic hot pink/gold color duo. (Plus, if you know me in person, hit me up for a $2-off coupon as well!)

To enter, leave a comment below. What’s your go-to beauty product each morning?

One entry per person. Contest will close at 11:59PM CST, December 29, 2012. Winner will be chosen at random and notified via email. 

Disclaimer: I received free samples and coupons through the CoverGirl blastflipstick BzzCampaign.