Lime Crime Velvetines

This is the perfect blue based red, it's a bit drying but I love matte lipstick and it lasts all day. It doesn't last through meals very well though, but it's the longest lasting lipstick I've ever used. I haven't found a pale pink that would be nice In this range though

The packaging is absolutely stunning with gorgeous roses on the lid and clear tube so you can see the product inside.

It has a doe foot applicator which I prefer to use.

I was given a couple of tips when given this which were to use a nude lip liner as this lipstick can sometimes bleed. The second tip was to apply bit by bit as it's highly pigmentated.

I actually haven't needed to use a lip liner as I find it doesn't bleed for me but I definitely follow the second tip I received, this gorgeous pink is so strong in colour, very bright and I only use a very small amount which means that the product will last a long time so is fantastic value for money.

My first time wearing it, my lips felt extremely dry. This was my first time ever wearing a matte lippy so thought I'd bare with it. I no longer feel like my lips are dry but suggest that you apply a lipbalm beforehand and see if that makes a difference?

I was completely gobsmacked when four hours later at lunch (when id normally reapply my lippy) my lips were still perfect....wow...and then a further two hours later is was still there staring at me through the mirror! Holy moly! After six hours, it had only come off in the corners of my mouth and inner lip area. This lippy has the most amazing staying power! EVER

Ive noticed over time that it doesn't transfer on to my coffee cup at all but comes off fairly easily if im eating something hot or greasy like hot chips etc

am I happy with this lipstick? YES would I recommend it? YES

I absolutely love Lime Crime makeup and especially their range of Velvetines. Red velvet for me is the perfect matte red and does not come off. AT ALL. I have worn it all day, showered and it is still on, and it only just comes off with make up remover. If you want a liquid lip stain/liquid lipstick that stays put then this is definitely it. It also comes in very cute packaging. Only one problem with these is that they aren't readily available to us New Zealanders and when they are, they sell out really quick. Definitely a 5/5 for all. Great product not to mention they're cruelty free and vegan!

SOO long wearing, beautiful colours, and totally matte. And they are totally kiss proof but not quite make out proof. I have Suedeberry and my fiancee loves it because it doesn't rub off on his face or lips.

i love the pigmentation and this product def does what its supposed to but it just not for me personally my skin color is way to pale which suck as i do like it and it is a brilliant product.

I got a Velvetine in Utpoia because I liked the idea of a bold colour - I don't normally go that bright. I found application easy and the texture agreeable. It turned matte shortly after application like it was supposed to.

Staying power can vary depending on if you're eating or drinking - so I may lose colour along my inner lips but mostly it does leave a stain of colour that requires makeup remover to take off.

It is liquid that turns into magic matte when put on. However, I personally think it dries too quickly. Before, I can even perfectly shape it to my lips' mould. I can't seem to make it look like how I see it in the pictures as well (which made me bought it in the first place) - a full coverage of perfect matte finish. Then again, my lip care is one that could be improved so my often chapped lips probably doesn't help either. Other than this, this would have been a pretty awesome lippy with a color that pop!

I recently fell into the velevetine craze and bought the colour Suede berry and it's one of the best beauty discoveries and purchases I've made! I bought it online, so was a little nervous about the shade on me and the how the whole gloss into matte would work as I've never bought a lippy like this before, but I was pleasantly surprised. Suede berry is a beautiful bold, eye catching, sensual yet pretty and girly colour. I guess I'd say it's like a coraly orangy pink tone? It makes a statement and I always get compliments on the colour! It suits my olive skintone nicely and brings out my eyes :) It starts off a smooth, creamy gloss texture, not a gluggy sticky one, (this is what I hate about gloss and why I prefer solid lippys) and within seconds turns into a matte piece of art! It's wonderful! It's so easy to apply and to get right as the applicator is the perfect size and shape, it's easy to create the arrow, and fills in creases when it's in gloss form for a perfect finish! It lasts for hours I can eat, drink, have a yarn, go out dancing and it only needs a wee touch up every couple hrs! Is the perfect hand bag size too. It does feather a bit, however I haven't yet come across a matte lippy that doesn't, and nothing a quick blend and touch up can't solve! I need to own all the colours now, I'm addicted!

Absolutely in love with velvetines, no need for lip linner, i haven't found it bleed at all. I have three shades all of which are vibrant and stay vibrant throughout the day. Quick easy application, goes on like a stain drys matt. Nice fragrance. Worth the price