I was lucky enough to trial this vinyl ink lip stain, thanks BR! I’ve made it clear in the past that I love lip stains and have always been a fan of maybelline and revlons. There was a period of time when lip stains disappeared altogether and I must admit I was sad. For those that love the minimalist look, long lasting wear and low maintenance stains are a great option. This one has the promise of being a little more elevated than the usual stains I wear.. as in it is vinyl ink - so this means it’s not quite a matte finish and not quite a gloss finish. It’s hard to explain the finish.. but I would personally describe it as a little bit of a thicker application than my usual lip stains. This in turn also meant it takes a little longer to dry than my usual lip stains, but despite this the finish is not noticeable.
I trialled the shade coy (20). I love the colour! I generally am drawn to those similar shades to my natural colour or rosy pinks like colours and this absolutely falls within the palette I would use.
After the initial application and upon drying the feel of it is reduced and it feels as though you are wearing nothing at all, it does not chap or stick. I am surprised by the finish and I’m sorry it’s hard to describe.. but it is like a thicker stain but not quite matte or gloss so perhaps they have described it best as vinyl.
The longevity is exceptional! I applied this around getting ready to go out at maybe 5pm, and it was still going strong following dinner and my night mission to Kmart with me arriving home late evening!! I would still carry it with me for reapplication if needed, as it wears so well but if something I consumed did happen to break down the formula I can see it might be in one spot and I would want to correct this. Removal is thus harder but achievable. I used my oil based micellar and this did the trick.
Absolutely would purchase again, stains and inks are my favourite and I have made no secret of loving them throughout my reviews. I would stick to this colour as I generally stick with what I live and it is perfect for me so I cannot comment on other colours in the range but love this one! Thanks BR.
So I'm not a big lipstick fan, mainly because i am constantly rubbing my lips together or licking them so it comes off in a matter on minutes. This stuff is amazing!!! It honestly lasts all day. I put it on thinking it was going to be an awful matte bland neutral colour which isn't me at all, but it blended in to my normal lip colour and just had a nice subtle tint that honestly lastest all day. Applied in the morning and it was there till dinner time. After eating and drinking etc. I have the colour 20 but i plan on buying another colour which is more red/pink for nights out. I am absolutely sold on this!!!!! It isn't as moisturizing as advertised but nothing a little gloss over top won't fix if that's what you are after, more of matte finish. LOVE THIS LIPPY, you need to get it!!
Tips: Shake for 5seconds before use, and let dry before drinking, eating or drinking lips together.