Essence Refreshing Pause (03) Insta Care Lipstick | Review

Hi Darlings, today’s post is going to be the review and swatch of the Essence Insta Care Lipstick in the shade Refreshing Pause (03).

The description on the site says:

The lipstick combines the colour of a lipstick with the rich care of a balm. Vitamin E and 20 % shea butter oil pamper the lips intensively – for a supple, soft feeling on the lips.

I usually gravitate towards these kinds of products during the winter time because they pack some colour and moisture to fight dry lips.

You can get it here for around 4$.

COLOUR

The colour is a creamy berry, I was expecting it to be sheerer.

PACKAGING

The packaging is very tiny and skinny, the bottom part matches the colour of the lipstick, the shade name is written on the cap.

I like that is this skinny because it makes apply the lipstick super easy since is so precise.

Sadly the scent really bothers me, it smells very chemical, I literally can’t use it because of that.

FORMULA & APPLICATION

The formula is very creamy and it glides on really easily, it’s very thin and it doesn’t feel sticky on the lips, the finish is shiny.

The main problem I have is that I was expecting the colour to be sheerer because since it’s so creamy I’m afraid that it will bleed.

I find it quite hydrating but it’s not the best lip balm I’ve ever tried.

SWATCH

LASTING POWER

This lip balm lasts for 2 hours on me (without eating), since it’s so shiny I wasn’t expecting an incredible lasting time, but you can reapply it really easily.

RATING:

• Colour: 7/10
• Longevity: 7/10
• Application: 8/10
• Pigmentation: 7/10
• Comfort: 6/10
• Packaging: 8/10

GRADE: C+

This lipstick is ok, I mean I’m giving it away because the scent is too strong for me and I can’t wear it because it makes me nauseous. I also am not a fan of how pigmented it is. Don’t get me wrong, pigmentation is ok but I was expecting something balmier which is the reason why I got it. This is not different from a normal lipstick but it’s creamier (and I wouldn’t buy such a dark shade in such a creamy formula). I think this is a nice product if you don’t mind the scent but if you get it, try a lighter colour, maybe that way, if it bleeds, it won’t be too noticeable.

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