I was beyond thrilled when I saw this product in my latest Birchbox. Click here to see everything I got in my Birchbox. I have been looking at Tarte lip tints in Sephora for the past year or so but I couldn't convince myself that twenty-four dollars for one lip stain was justifiable. But despite my logical side, I still looked. I'm a sucker for beauty products. I can't stop looking.
The product comes in a twistable tube which is extremely convenient. No sharpeners needed. The color that Birchbox sent was a lovely light pink color. Very wearable. I have no complaints about the color. I was a little uncertain about matte formulation and when I first applied it, the product made my lips appear dry and cracked. I added a bit of lip balm and it helped with the dryness. This product is not moisturizing as far as I could tell. But it did add a beautiful swash of color.
The lip tint has a strong scent of peppermint. I didn't notice it on the first application but I smelled it as I was wearing it. It is a little bit strong but not enough to steer me away from the product. Sephora sells this in five other shades. Would I purchase another one with my own money? Probably not. I would be more likely to try one of the original LipSurgences. I perfer a more glossy finish. Just because I don't like a matte finish does not mean that I won't use this product, a quick swipe of lipgloss or lipbalm and this is fantastic! I'm also really interested in some of the deeper or brighter colors. I'm curious about their lasting power.
Have you ever tried these? Please tell me in the comments below! Also if you have any suggestions for other lip stains or lip tints I would be grateful.
