Hello beauties,
I bought three of these lip glosses together, and was surprised to see how each of them had different traits. Read further to know if this worked for me or not!
Price:
$19
Claims:
Saturated shades of gloss with mirror-smooth shine that’s never sticky.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT:
Inspired by photo gels found on set, this gloss starts with a clear, hydrating base free of traditional heavy binders…
My Experience with Smashbox Coraline Be Legendary Lip Gloss:
Packaging:
Needless to say, I’m pretty impressed with how these glosses have been packaged in a super robust, transparent packaging with a black cap that has a toe tip applicator. It has a very classy appeal, which I like. I, however, do not like the doe tip applicator because I feel it’s too big, in comparison to the mouth of the tube, which makes it difficult to take the product out and then to close the cap after every use. Also, it holds a lot of product, which makes application difficult.
Color:
The color, Coraline, as the name suggests, is a coral which looks quite pretty sitting in the packaging. I swatched the color before I bought it, and it looked orange on my hand. However, when put on the lips, it looks more like a transparent shade. I guess that is probably because I have fairly pigmented lips, it is more of an everyday color and you can use it over a lipstick too. Again, it comes with a sweet sugar-cane smell, nothing bothersome. It is a very natural shade, and you can make it your staple gloss for an everyday wear.
Color pay-off:
On applying the color to the back of my hand, it looked quite opaque. But, it turns out really sheer on the lips. I suggest teaming it up with a nice lip liner or a lipstick, in order to make the color show up better. It grants high shine to the lips, which is my favorite trait about the product.
Texture:
This color I feel is a notch better than Pout. It doesn’t look uneven at all, and has moisturizing properties as well. Great for winter use, it keeps your lips moisturized and does not settle into fine lines. This does not feel heavy on the lips, neither too sticky. You can layer the color up too.
Staying power:
Yes, this does last on the lips for a good four hours, after which you can re-apply, or you can just leave it as it is, and your lips will still not feel the need for a lip balm. I love how you can use it all by itself or with a lip color.
Pros of Smashbox Coraline Be Legendary Lip Gloss:
• Love the packaging
• Is robust
• Pretty coral color
• Sweet sugarcane scent
• Adds high shine
• Good for everyday wear
• Has moisturizing properties
• Does not settle in fine lines
• Isn’t heavy or sticky
• Staying power is good
Cons of Smashbox Coraline Be Legendary Lip Gloss:
• Not easily available
• Is pricey
• May not be the perfect coral shade, as it looks transparent when used on the lips
Would I Recommend Smashbox Coraline Be Legendary Lip Gloss?
Well, for an everyday use, I think this shade is ideal. But it’s okay even if you don’t splurge and get yourself another gloss from the drugstore, which is similar. I do recommend it, but it depends on personal choice of spending.
Would I Repurchase Smashbox Coraline Be Legendary Lip Gloss?
Even though I like it, I will not repurchase it as I prefer drugstore brands for everyday use than high end ones.
IMBB Rating:
4/5
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