essence | What a Tint! Lip & Cheek Tint | Long-Lasting Liquid Blush & Lip Stain | Non-Sticky & Kiss-Proof | Vegan & Cruelty Free (01 | Kiss from a Rose)

Great value for product that is on par with higher priced alternatives
I am an essence fan and have really liked these liquid blush tints since using the original Benetint years ago. I’m not sure about the rules of naming brands but I can say this has a doe foot applicator versus the paintbrush style; and I like it because I prefer dotting on this product before blending it out with a brush then my sponge blender. Regardless it is easy to apply and it gives a flushed look that is transfer proof and stays on all day / night. The shade is nearly universal; I haven’t met anyone that said it didnt work for them- granted some felt the need to layer it for pigment and others diffused it more but all could wear it with or without other shades. The bottle is small but when it only takes a few dots of product it should easily last you over 6 months or a year. For me, I mix my products and I can say the expiration date came up before I was halfway through it and I used it at least 2 or more times a week! With regard to more expensive but similar products, the quality is still here: it doesn’t flake nor dry out, the pigment doesn’t change, there is no odor and for some reason it is asking me to comment on the “taste” but please do NOT eat this product!

As Promised!
I absolutely love this product so far. I’ve just tried it on for the first time. It’s not as intimidating to use as I had feared. I was afraid it would dry to fast to be blend out on the cheeks properly. It was perfect though. On the lips, it dries in 90-120 seconds. Feels very sheer and lightweight. I love the fact that I can do this in the morning and be done for the day. So far, it lasts and the color is just lovely. My lips are so pale naturally, and this gives me just a perfect natural flush!

Obnoxiously long review summary: non-drying, awesome pigment, builds easily, transfer-proof! 10/10★
Absolutely worth it. This is the first stain I’ve tried that works this quickly and lasts this long. I exfoliated my lips first, so after I blotted away the initial application there was absolutely no residue remaining or line settling — only plush pink lips!After blotting the first layer away, I totally recommend adding another right where your lips meet/along the innermost part of the lip. It really makes them pop and adds dimension. Plus this layers so nicely, just make sure your lips are prepped and you get looongg lasting transfer-proof pigment!For reference, I only leave each layer on my lips for like 10 seconds and keep a baby wipe in hand. It works that quickly. When I’m using it as blush or a nose tint I wipe *immediately* after (in circular motions so the pigment looks natural) and repeat that 2-3 times to get the perfect rosey hue.I usually note dryness when attempting lip stains, or they make my lips peel faster regardless of being moisturized and hydrated. Thank goodness that was not the case with this product.A quick, warm, soft bristle toothbrush exfoliation before application — followed by one application of lip butter afterwards — and my lips stayed pillowy soft all day!10/10 ★ I absolutely recommend! No matter how you choose to prep your lips or moisturize them after, you’ll only find yourself possibly wanting another swipe of lip balm after meals. There is literally no loss of pigment when eating.. and the snacker in me appreciates that LOL

I loved it!

Excellent produit à prix imbattable !Je suis vraiment impressionnée par cette encre à lèvres et à joues. La texture est fluide, facile à appliquer, avec sa forte pigmentation, elle tient toute la journée sans retouches. Le rendu est naturel et lumineux, parfait pour l’été avec un effet naturel et frais. Mais ce qui m’a le plus surprise, c’est le prix : bien plus abordable que des produits similaires de grandes marques, pour une qualité équivalente, voire meilleure. Une vraie pépite que je rachèterai sans hésiter !

Beautiful colour on my lips