Lakme Absolute Lip
color in Brilliant Kiss
Hello
all,
It’s
been long time since Lakme Absolute range was launched and I got this Lakme
Absolute Lipstick in Brilliant kiss about 3 months ago but swatches and review
was delayed as I have not used this color a lot which made me forget about this
completely though I have taken the pictures on the very same day I got it. :D So,
Today, I will be reviewing Brilliant Kiss from Lakme Absolute range.
Price- 395 INR (It is available on online sites)
Quantity-
3.6 ml
Company claims- Discover
the finish of a matte with unbelievable comfort. This rich color matte stick is
enriched with Vitamin E and Wheat Germ Oil to keep lips silky, soft and smooth. It
is non-drying creamy yet matte finish with this rich lip color.
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Lakme Absolute Lipstick Brilliant kiss |
It has a matte steel grey body. This color Brilliant kiss is a warm plumy purple color or in short magenta, :) which is definitely not my type but that does not make it a bad shade. Indeed it is very beautiful, with a creamy matte formula that doesn't dry out the lips. With this on you won't even feel the need to use a lip balm before wearing this.
It has a flat top which is fine but I prefer pointed bullet more which makes the application easier and precise.
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Lakme Absolute Lipstick Brilliant kiss |
I won't be lying if I say that I had high expectation with this range of lipsticks but now, that I hae used this, I find myself disappointed!!!
No doubt! Packaging is great and looks classy but those things can't compensate when the actual product is not worth the price tag.
Did I mention that, the pigmentation and the sheer formula makes it low on staying power. yup that's true!! It isn't good in terms of staying power though doesn't stain but can be wiped off within 2 hours with literally no traces behind to claim its existence.
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Lakme Absolute Lipstick Brilliant kiss |
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Lakme Absolute Lipstick Brilliant kiss |
Honestly, I was thinking that it resembles the sheerness and unevenness in application to that of the Elle 18 lipsticks which is about one fourth the price. (Sorry Absolute this is how I felt)
I think even the Lakme enrich satin range has better pigmentation
that this range. Not better, they are far more pigmentated.:D
If I would have got it in peach carnation or winter lily which are
warmer than this shade then that would be still better since that would be somehow
mixed with my actual lip color in a way that the unevenness is not much visible.
I swiped it really hard to get the second swatch to show you the exact color. please note that the actual color is more warmer as in Magenta, but due to whether condition, camera was not able to pick up the exact shade. :P
I swiped it really hard to get the second swatch to show you the exact color. please note that the actual color is more warmer as in Magenta, but due to whether condition, camera was not able to pick up the exact shade. :P
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Lakme Absolute Lipstick Brilliant kiss |
Some of you might like the sheer pigmentation which does not feel
heavy on the lips but in that case you can try some other range cheaper than
this and the same sheerness.
I find Enrich satins much better than this range. I have already reviewed these shades if you wish to see:
Lakme Lipstick Enrich Satin425
LakmeEnrich satin new shade no 149 Review
LakmeEnrich Satins Lipstick 356 Review
I find Enrich satins much better than this range. I have already reviewed these shades if you wish to see:
Lakme Lipstick Enrich Satin425
LakmeEnrich satin new shade no 149 Review
LakmeEnrich Satins Lipstick 356 Review
Pros of Lakme Absolute Lipstick Brilliant kiss
- No issues with the availability, it is easily available everywhere with Lakme being a popular Desi brand.
- Packaging is no doubt looks great and classy. It's matte steel grey body does look beautiful.
- It has a creamy matte texture, due to which it doesn't settle in the fine lines and you won't need a balm.
- Bullet is sturdy and not delicate to break easily, it would have been better if the bullet would have been pointed instead of flat top.
- Nice warm plummy shade more like magenta would be loved by those who like to sport colors towards the plums
Cons of Lakme Absolute Lipstick Brilliant kiss
- It isn't pigmented enough to deliver that rich and opaque color.
- Uneven application (Check the swatches).
- Price is high for its sheer pigmentation, low staying power and beautiful packaging. Could have been less or the actual product could have been better and pigmented.
- It is low on staying power.
Rating- 3 out 5
My take-I am hesitant to recommend this range as there isn't much to say good about the product except for the pretty packaging! But then that only can't compensate for it's sheer formula, low staying power and the fact that it needs so many coats/swipes to put some color on the lips that can look great. Rest you can judge. I am not sure, if the other shades have the same formula for features but this is definitely and sadly out of my list!!.:/
Nice review...I have this same shade but I also not like it much because of its pigmentation...
ReplyDeleteRight Puja, 395 rs for that pigmentation, not worth..
DeleteNice shade, but its looking more purplish...I swatched it, it seemed magenta..I want the classic rose shade..
ReplyDeleteIndeed, it is more magenta Tanmayee but my camera was not able to capture the true color. Classic rose is a pretty shade.:)
DeleteNice shade ....I want to buy the classic rose from this range..
ReplyDeleteonce you try classic rose then plz review it soon, if thats good probably i will also try it .:)
Deletenice shade n looks good on u dear <3
ReplyDeleteThank you teju .:)
Deletepar ye mere type ka nahi hai..:)
so sheer? then i wouldnt be buying it! it doesnt seems worth the price!
ReplyDeleteYes Shourima, it is not worth the money.
Deleteeven streetwear is more pigmented then this!
i hate sheer lippies niesha..:(..looks good on u though..i hav pigmented lips
ReplyDeleteMain bhi, not a fan of sheer lip colors, i like rich in texture and pigmentation colors that can not only hide the pigmentation but can also make the actual color show up on the lips in a single swipe.
DeleteI don't like that much on lips :( feels as if i'm looking like a fish :O (why i have no idea -.- ) And this is soo pricy and doesn't deliver well :(
ReplyDeleteTrue Bhaswati, for the price, it is not upto my expectations.:(
DeleteAw thats too bad you dont love it, I think it's quite a lovely color actually. I'm good with sheer colors, I guess its easier to wear!
ReplyDeleteIt indeed is a lovely color but Sharlynn it is pricey for that pigmentation.
Delete:)
i love the shade on ur lips darling..kisses
ReplyDeleteThank you my darling .:)
DeleteI do not like sheer lipsticks :(
ReplyDeletesame goes with me too Neha.:) lipsticks should look like lipsticks. Rich and pigmented.:)
Deleteahh..i was thinking from their hyped market that they would come out as winners..
ReplyDeletethanks for the review..i will not look at them now..
:)
I do not have the courage to try peach carnation now, which i was thinking to try after this. I do not have problems with this lipsticks, the only thing that bothers me is that they are a bit expensive for that texture and formulation.:)
DeleteIt sounds expensive!
ReplyDeleteIndeed Demi.:) I would have been happy if the same thing i could get for around 300.
DeleteIm not a fan of this kind of color but this one looks good :D
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Color is nice but even i ma not a big fan..:)
Deletebut a lot of women like such shades a lot and can carry them very well.