Hi guys! Here is the review of the Rimmel 310 Little Minx Provocalips 16 Hr Kissproof Lip Colour that I purchased. Let us find out about it.
Price:
$6.99
Product Description:
Up to 16 Hours of lip liberation. Wild without a trace! Kiss proof, transfer proof, food proof high impact endless colour. No tight feeling or dry lips. Lips feel smooth and moisturized all day long. Easy removal with Oil based makeup remover.
STEP 1: Apply colour and keep lips apart for 60 seconds until the product sets.
STEP 2: Apply topcoat to lock the colour, moisture and add shine.
My Experience with Rimmel 310 Little Minx Provocalips 16 Hr Kissproof Lip Colour:
Packaging:
This product comes in a double-sided doe foot applicator dipped in 2 containers. The coloured portion called ‘Step 1 Intense Colour’ and white portion with kisses called ‘Step 2 Lock and Shine’. Packaging-wise, the colour on the outside is an exact match for how it will look on the lips, so I really appreciate that. It also looks very cute and is travel-friendly. Step 1 has 4 mL of product and Step 2 has 3 mL.
Shades:
There are 9 shades in total in the Provocalips range. The one in this review is called 310 Little Minx. It is a bright fuchsia. I think all skin tones can pull off this look. But, just one word of advice for Indian skin tones is that do try to colour correct the area around the mouth before using such a bright colour. Otherwise, the bright colour can exaggerate the darkness there. With the lighter shades, in swatches they look less pigmented and so may need more building up than the brighter colour.
Application:
I would recommend working as fast as you can with this shade because it is a very bright shade and the colour starts to set within a few seconds of application. I feel a lip liner is not necessary but a lip balm is. You can apply one thin coat and have it a little less brighter than the swatches shown. You may have to dip into the container twice to coat the entire lip.
The texture of the Step 1 product is quite liquidy so it spreads very quickly as well. It continues to completely dry down. Even after it completely dries, it feels uncomfortably tacky. This is the only downside in this product for me. Do not purse or ‘pop’ your lips as you are applying the product, as it will result in patchiness. Within a minute or two of application, the Step 1 product will completely dry. After which, you can apply the Step 2 ‘Lock and Shine’ product. This will make the Step 1 much more comfortable.
After the Step 1 product dries, it becomes smudge-proof, transfer-proof and kiss-proof, which are all good things and worth it. The colour will not fade over time. It stays exactly the same way you applied it at the beginning of the day. Just touch up with Step 2 when and if you feel the need to.
If you have very flaky lips, then I would recommend exfoliating (oil and regular sugar can be used to get that done within a few seconds for you).
Layering:
I think you can go in with as many layers as you want, but I recommend not more than 2 or at most 3. It starts to get a little cakey and crack after 2-3 layers, but it is only visible when you get very close to the mirror and spread your lips. Otherwise, it is not visible even up close. But, it does feel cakey on the lips.
You can also layer it when it starts to fade (around the inner corners of the mouth) and it does just fine. Again, stick with not more than 2-3 layers in total, I would say. I recommend applying the second coat after the first coat has completely dried, otherwise you might end up disturbing that first layer.
Step 2:
Coming to the Step 2 product, I feel it is more of a necessity to add moisture after the colour dries, which is the main reason they included it. But, it is just not a gloss that disappears after a while. It is a little thicker than a traditional gloss, which I think helps in its longetivity. It makes the Step 1 infinitely more comfortable on the lips. It only gives the lips a satin to a glossy finish, depending on how much product you apply.
Finish:
The finish of the product (Step 1 alone) is incredibly matte. You have the option of topping it off with the Step 2 or a lip balm, if you want a satin/glossy finish.
Longetivity:
I have tested this product out with many different products and in so many different combinations and I always see that it has the same lasting power. It lasts the entire day, from the moment it dries till you take it off. I have showered with this and eaten incredibly greasy food but the colour does not show a single sign of wearing down. Incredible staying power with this one.
How To Take It Off?
Taking this product off is tricky, because of the fact thatit is incredibly matte and literally sticks to your lips. I recommend an oil-based remover with a washcloth to remove this, as they mention in the product description. Water-based remover does not seem to work at all.
Smell:
The Step 1 product smells kind of plastic-y but the Step 2 has a very sweet scent. Step 2 is obviously more pleasant but I do not smell them, once they are on the lips.
Pros of Rimmel 310 Little Minx Provocalips 16 Hr Kissproof Lip Colour:
- Beautiful, intense colour.
- Kiss-proof, smudge-proof, transfer-proof.
- Colour does not fade over time,even with heavy eating/drinking or even shower/swimming.
- Layering is easy and comfortable.
- Lasting power is incredible.
- Beautiful finish.
Cons of Rimmel 310 Little Minx Provocalips 16 Hr Kissproof Lip Colour:
- Have to apply the colour quickly as it starts to set quickly.
- Step 1 alone is drying on its own – Step 2 is more of a necessity than a ‘nice-to-have’.
- After it dries, Step 1 product remains a little tacky and uncomfortable on the lips for a while, if you do not use lip balm underneath.
- If you purse your lips during application, the product becomes patchy.
- Very high maintenance product.
IMBB Rating:
4/5
Would I recommend Rimmel 310 Little Minx Provocalips 16 Hr Kissproof Lip Colour?
It is a high maintenance product, but if you take your time to get it right at the start of the day, it will really pay off and not budge even a little the entire day. So, if you are okay with sacrificing a little time and effort, this will be your best friend! Otherwise, I would not recommend this at all.
Would I Repurchase Rimmel 310 Little Minx Provocalips 16 Hr Kissproof Lip Colour?
Yes. I know there are a lot of things to be done to make this perfect but for me personally, the pros outweigh the cons.
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This lip color is strikingly gorgeous! 🙂
Thanks Mariyam!