THE PRODUCT
SST Cosmetics‘ Signature Series makeup line for summer called “Quintessential,” prices vary from $17.95 to $21.95 per piece.
THE GOOD
MADE IN CANADA! Yes. Love this.
Everything in the SST makeup line is mineral-based and free of harsh chemicals (read: no parabens! And no talc, boron nitrate or gluten, either).
This SST Cosmetics summer collection is five pieces strong, featuring a really soft, natural palette ideal for making skin glow.
The packaging is really slick, and the eyeshadows have a great, easy-to-open-and-close mechanism.
SST’s lipgloss goes on beautifully and has long wear…the kind that’ll get you through a coffee or glass of wine.
THE GAFFE
The eyeshadow pigment just isn’t very strong, and it’s dusty. This means that not only do you have to swipe so many layers to get a really good base of colour, but you’re left with shadow dust all over your lashes and under your eyes. If you sport eyelash extensions like I do, it’s a pain.
I don’t find the lipstick as hydrating as the marketing materials promised. In fact, I found my lips got a bit puckery within a short time. Even though the colour was quite pretty.
THE GEARS
3.5/5
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