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Below are the lip color dupes that our editor has meticulously compiled. These have not yet been rated or officially documented, but they present excellent alternatives to consider.
- Urban Decay Pleased (P, $25.00).
- bareMinerals Nudist (PiP, $20.00).
- ColourPop Butter (LE, $10.00).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Fawn Over Me (P, $28.00).
- ColourPop Likely (P, $7.00).
- ColourPop Quickie (LE, $10.00).
- Fenty Beauty Unbutton (P, $24.00).
- NARS Vibeke (LE, $34.00).
- Urban Decay Ancient (LE, $22.00).
- Tom Ford Beauty Flesh (P, $55.00).
In-Depth Look at the Lip Color Formula
$26.00/0.1 oz. – $260.00 Per Ounce
This lip color formula is designed to deliver a “satiny smooth, creamy” sensation while providing hydration and what is typically described as “medium coverage.” However, my testing revealed that the pigmentation of all the shades I tried was nearly opaque or fully opaque, indicating that the coverage level is significantly higher than medium.
The texture of the formula is notably lightweight and creamy, offering a smooth application. That said, I did notice that the lip colors seemed to be more susceptible to melting, as many of my shades arrived with a weak base, appearing angled or partially broken. Interestingly, despite this fragility, the texture did not exhibit high slip when applied, which might lead one to think they would be sturdier.
When it comes to wear time, the lighter shades typically lasted between three to four hours, providing a non-drying experience rather than intense hydration. In contrast, the mid-tone and deeper shades performed slightly better, lasting four to five hours while also being more non-drying. It’s worth noting that these shades felt somewhat “thicker,” even though they don’t have a particularly thick sensation on the lips compared to the average bullet lipstick.
A subtle, sweet vanilla fragrance accompanies the formula, enhancing the application experience without any noticeable taste.
For a complete view, browse all of our Kosas Weightless Lip Color swatches available now.
Comprehensive Ingredient Breakdown
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Silica, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Octyldodecanol, Lanolin Oil, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Beeswax (Cera Alba), Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract, Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil, Microcrystalline Wax (Cera Microcristallina), Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Extract, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Rosa Canina Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Vanillin, Limonene, Linalool [May Contain (+/-): Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Red 28 Lake (CI 45410), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850), Red 30 Lake (CI 73360)
Disclaimer: The ingredient lists are provided as made available by the brand or retailer at the time of publication. Always verify the product packaging, if available, for the specific ingredient list pertinent to the product you are purchasing, or check the brand or retailer’s website for the most current ingredient information.
EXPLORE MORE INSIGHTS:
Comprehensive Formula Overview
for in-depth details on performance characteristics such as scent and texture.
Here are additional lip color dupes that our editor has curated, which remain unreviewed and have yet to be officially classified.
- MAC Nippy’s Moody Nude (LE, $19.00).
- Chanel Mise a Nu (195) (P, $45.00).
- ColourPop Indulge Me (P, $8.00).
- ColourPop 411 (P, $8.00).
- Sephora Full Ignition (06) (P, $15.00).
- Clinique Melon Pop (P, $19.50).
- NARS Raw Seduction (P, $26.00).
- ColourPop Botanicals (LE, $8.00).
- ColourPop Parker (P, $7.00).
- Make Up For Ever C302 (DC, $22.00).
In-Depth Look at the Lip Color Formula
$26.00/0.1 oz. – $260.00 Per Ounce
This lip color formula is designed to deliver a “satiny smooth, creamy” sensation while providing hydration and what is typically described as “medium coverage.” However, my testing revealed that the pigmentation of all the shades I tried was nearly opaque or fully opaque, indicating that the coverage level is significantly higher than medium.
The texture of the formula is notably lightweight and creamy, offering a smooth application. That said, I did notice that the lip colors seemed to be more susceptible to melting, as many of my shades arrived with a weak base, appearing angled or partially broken. Interestingly, despite this fragility, the texture did not exhibit high slip when applied, which might lead one to think they would be sturdier.
When it comes to wear time, the lighter shades typically lasted between three to four hours, providing a non-drying experience rather than intense hydration. In contrast, the mid-tone and deeper shades performed slightly better, lasting four to five hours while also being more non-drying. It’s worth noting that these shades felt somewhat “thicker,” even though they don’t have a particularly thick sensation on the lips compared to the average bullet lipstick.
A subtle, sweet vanilla fragrance accompanies the formula, enhancing the application experience without any noticeable taste.
For a complete view, browse all of our Kosas Weightless Lip Color swatches available now.
Comprehensive Ingredient Breakdown
Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Silica, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Octyldodecanol, Lanolin Oil, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Beeswax (Cera Alba), Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract, Camellia Oleifera Seed Oil, Microcrystalline Wax (Cera Microcristallina), Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Extract, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Rosa Canina Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Vanillin, Limonene, Linalool [May Contain (+/-): Iron Oxides (CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499), Manganese Violet (CI 77742), Red 28 Lake (CI 45410), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850), Red 30 Lake (CI 73360)
Disclaimer: The ingredient lists are provided as made available by the brand or retailer at the time of publication. Always verify the product packaging, if available, for the specific ingredient list pertinent to the product you are purchasing, or check the brand or retailer’s website for the most current ingredient information.