Love it: Karen Murrell's Violet Mousse lipstick

At the moment I’m all about a pink lip, but a warm and friendly one - as opposed to anything too chalky, scary or retro. Lucky for me a perfect example shot across my desk this week in the form of New Zealand lipstick queen Karen Murrell’s Violet Mousse.

The always-charming Murrell said that she wanted to create “a colour for my range that is an everyday basic, a colour that enhances beauty and suits all skin tones.  Violet Mousse is a great natural shade with just a little depth so you won’t look washed out or sallow.” Did she manage that then? Absolutely, and then some. It’s incredibly wearable and can be a statement lip if you so choose, or blotted out a little to look more like a very natural stain. This also makes it perfect for all ages to slick on as it won’t look harsh and can be worn alone with just tinted moisturiser for a fresh, winter look.

Its key ingredients are all in the positive too as per, and include Avocado Oil to provide moisture, nourishment and hydration, Cinnamon for fuller, plumper lips, Evening Primrose Oil - rich in Omega 6 - to soothe and moisturise and Carnauba Wax.

Karen Murrell Violet Mousse lipstick also has a super affordable RRP of $29.95 and is available at selected pharmacies and health food stores nationwide.  For more information or to locate your nearest stockist, please visit www.karenmurrell.com or call toll free 0508 600 400.