KIKO Velvet Matt-Satin Lipstick #614 Dark Berry Review

Hello ladies!!!
Today’s review will be on the second shade #614 Dark Berry from the KIKO Velvet Matt-Satin range. I have two shades from this range, the other one being #604 Bright Orange.

Price: GBP 6.90 for 3.5 g

Product Description:
Comfortable, mat satin lipstick with exclusive design.The evolution of mat lipstick: an ultra-silky, virtually “weightless” texture that unveils unexpected moisturizing and soothing qualities in an opaque and infinitely velvety finish. Light and comfortable, thanks to the exclusive high-melting waxes, Velvet Mat caresses your lips with impeccable high pigmentation colour for a high coverage effect. Enriched with K2 Repulp, multi-function plant extract active ingredient, the Velvet Mat formula keeps your lips beautiful, working on 3 different levels:

Moisturizing and plumping action*: K2 Repulp stimulates the production Hyaluronic acid, helping to keep the moisture level of the lips ideal, increasing their fullness.

Energizing and revitalizing action*: cellular vitality is reactivated giving your lips a strong healthy look.

Aging prevention*: thanks to its active ingredients, production of collagen and Sirtuin 1 (protein of youth) improved cellular longevity is stimulated for younger looking lips. The innovative combination of polymers gives the formula special soothing properties. The gliding consistency, perfectly akin to the skin, joins with the large chisel point for sensuous application and a defined line in one single stroke.

Contained in gorgeous packaging with its distinctive lines, created exclusively for KIKO, Velvet Mat offers an ultra-feminine gesture, made even more intriguing by the innovative opening clasp. Available in 15 chic colours, just perfect for any occasion or any taste, Velvet Mat permits you to alternate a refined look with the latest trend in make-up.
*Action tested in vitro. Hypoallergenic = formulated to ensure minimum instance of allergic reactions.

Ingredients:

Packaging: The lipstick comes in a black matte cardboard box. The lipstick is housed in a metallic pearly gold tube. The cap is in a similar metallic bronzy gold color. The mechanism of this lipstick is a bit different and I have never seen something like this before. The cap closes on firmly and does not open easily on its own. To open you need to push the top of the cap and it eventually pushes the lipstick down. The cap closes with a click. The lipstick has a twist-up mechanism. The lipstick is chubby but very travel friendly. The number of the lipstick is mentioned on the carton and the base of the lipstick. The name is mentioned on the website but not on the carton or the lipstick itself.

My Experience with KIKO Velvet Matt-Satin Lipstick #614 Dark Berry:

Dark Berry is a soft plum shade with brown undertones. Unlike its name, it is not very dark. This one is a mature color and it kind of enhances your features. There are no shimmers in it. Again since this one belongs to the matt range, it has no shine or gloss.
The texture is soft but not very creamy or butter like. But on the contrary whereas the #604 Bright Orange looks dry in the bullet, #614 Dark Berry does not. Dark Berry glides easily on the lips while application. But as a thumb rule, do exfoliate and use a lip balm. It would not crumble since it is not that creamy. Also, this shade is opaque enough to cover pigmentation of the lips. Dark Berry gives a very even and smooth finishing. Even though it has a matt finishing, in no way it looks dry.
The pigmentation is good and one can play around the intensity as required. I personally like applying two layers as it brightens up my face. This lipstick is light on lips but still layering leads to feeling a bit sticky. The staying power is good enough for 5-6 hours after which it starts fading away from the center of the lips. It leaves a soft mauvish tint to the lips. It does transfer a bit to the cutlery. These are not waterproof and do not have any bothersome smell.

This shade looks a bit different in hand swatches and lip swatches. It looks more of pinkish plum when the lip swatches are clicked due to light and focus.

Pros of KIKO Velvet Matt-Satin Lipstick #614 Dark Berry:

• Soft plum shade with brown undertones.
• Soft texture.
• No tugging or pulling.
• No shimmers.
• Matt finishing.
• Good pigmentation.
• Good staying power.
• Travel friendly.

Cons of KIKO Velvet Matt-Satin Lipstick #614 Dark Berry:

• Multiple layering feels a bit sticky.
• Transfers a bit to cutlery.
• Not waterproof.
• Availability in India.

IMBB Rating: 4.7/5

Would I Recommend KIKO Velvet Matt-Satin Lipstick #614 Dark Berry: Yes, definitely.

Would I Repurchase KIKO Velvet Matt-Satin Lipstick #614 Dark Berry: Yes, sure.

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