Smoothed on to the lips, the finish is semi-matte. Not as sheer as a tinted balm, but not as opaque as a full-on lipstick, the Convertible Colors give a semi-matte wash of colour. Providing my lips aren't dry in the slightest, the colour looks smooth, gives the appearance of a plumper pout and can last for a decent, four hours (depending on how much eating and drinking you do). Ensuring you tap on a little balm before application, they don't dry out the lips or start to exaggerate the look of any fine lines. There's nothing ground-breaking to mention, but they're nice when you want a match-matchy look for your lips and cheeks, or for when you want to carry minimal products in your makeup bag. I know a lot of people don't rate them as a lip product, but they work really well for me.

Of course, the main use for them is as a cream blush. Unlike many, which tend to dry down to a powder finish, Stila's cream colours leave a glossy, dewy sheen on the skin. Texture-wise, they feel thick, creamy and super smooth, without any stickiness or greasiness. Despite the rich consistency, they don't feel heavy on the cheek and I've never had any blemish break-outs when using them. I always apply them over my foundation and they never disrupt the makeup underneath, like other liquid and cream products sometimes do. What's so impressive about these blushes, is that they're so long-lasting for a dewy, cream formula. I always reach for them on special occasions, when I need my makeup to last all day and I won't have much time for touch-ups.

For anyone with normal to dry/dehydrated skin that struggles to get a glow, these blushes are perfect. They add such a healthy radiance to the skin and that lustre continues to gleam all day long. As they do create such a sheen, those with an oily skin may find them too shiny, so I'd recommend the Bourjois Little Round Pot Cream Blushes instead, as they have a cream-to-powder formula, but still brighten the complexion.

My favourite way to apply the Convertible Colors, is with a stippling brush, picking up a small amount of product and then gently dabbing the it on to the skin. Then, I softly pat over the edges with my fingers, so that the natural warmth helps to melt the colour and blend it seamlessly. For a stronger look, I'll repeat the process until I'm happy.

Although the trio in my collection are all fairly neutral and inoffensive, there are a couple of shades in the line which are bold and could look intimidating to anyone that isn't confident with applying blush. Fortunately, though, the pigmentation has a translucence to it and they are surprisingly sheer when blended out. They almost give the skin a glazed finish with a light application. But, if you prefer a stronger finish, then you can easily layer the product to build the intensity.

Stila Convertible Color Swatches L-R: Gerbera, Peony & Camellia

The whole range of 14 shades are gorgeous and really wearable, from pretty peaches and soft nudes to brighter pinks and deeper berry tones. I have three, but I'm desperate to add more to my stash. Gerbera, my favourite of the shades I own, is a bright, peachy tone that immediately lifts the complexion. Peony is a dusky rose shade, with a brown undertone to it. This is such a wearable colour and almost acts as a blush and bronzer, in one, as it adds warmth to the skin. Camellia is an even deeper, warm, browny tone. It's very neutral and looks great with a statement eye or lip, when you want to keep the cheeks subtle. Similar to Peony, it adds even more of a bronzed glow to the skin and can act as a natural-looking, contouring product, to add definition and shade to the face.

As always, Stila's packaging is so cute and sleek, with the floral embossing and colour-coded compacts. They're slim, lightweight and have a mirror in the lid, making them perfect for travelling with or keeping in your bag for top-ups. At £16 each, these double duty compacts aren't cheap, but I use them so much that they're totally worth it in my eyes. If you haven't got any already, I definitely recommend picking one up, at least!

Have you tried the Stila Convertible Colors? Which is your favourite shade?

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