Skin tone: Medium tanned
Hello, beauties!
Lakme has recently launched a huge range of lipstick called Lakme 9 to 5 Primer + Matte Lip Color with 30 shades. I was excited to get my hands on these lipsticks. This range is an improved version of their previous 9 to 5 Matte lipstick range. Most of the shades are similar and few shades are new. So, I picked up three pretty shades, and today, I am going to share the review of the shade Rosy Mind. Let’s get into the review.
Price: Rs. 480 for 3.6g
Product Description:
For a precision pro-matte finish, line your lips with the Lakmé 9 to 5 Lip Liner before applying
the Lakme 9 to 5 Primer + Matte Lip Color.
• Sets a flawless base and evens out
your lips for smooth application
• Highly pigmented shades that have
rich and intense color payoff
• Delivers a fine matte finish on your
lips that last up to 12 hours
My Experience with Lakme 9 to 5 Primer + Matte Lip Color Rosy Mind:
Packaging: Lakme 9 to 5 primer + Matte lipsticks come in a gorgeous rose gold colored metallic finish packaging along with a cardboard box that contains some information. This pretty tube looks so nice and I love its outer look. Now if you hold the tube, it feels that something is loose inside it. It is not so strong. Initially, I felt that it was broken but no, it always feels like that. Yet, it works smoothly and the cap is tight enough to carry it safely. Also, the lipstick comes with the shade name’s sticker at the bottom of the tube but there is no shade indicator, so they all look similar in my tray and it’s quite difficult to spot a particular shade from my stash.
Shade and Pigmentation: This new range has 30 shades, which is definitely a huge range. It has a good variety of shades from red to brown and also has some nude shades. The shade Rosy Mind is one beautiful pink, which I have in my collection. It is a very pretty mixture shade of red, pink and coral. It’s is from their pink range but has a hint of reddish coral tone to it, and that’s why it became my favorite shade. It will suit almost all skin tones but is best for medium to fair skin tones. It looks so fresh and summery and complements all makeup looks nicely. Also, the shade is very much pigmented that only needs two swipes to get the perfect color pay off. It doesn’t contain any shimmer which is a good thing from Lakme.
Texture and Quality: This lipstick has a nice smooth creamy texture that glides easily on the lips and occupies my lips evenly. It has a soft finish that doesn’t feel patchy on lips and never highlights dry patches. But, if I apply excess layers then the application looks slightly streaky. This is a problem with this particular Shade only. So, I always go with only two layers. Also, the formula feels very light and comfortable on lips. The texture is quite hydrating as well, which makes lips soft and moisturizes them well. I have normal to dry lips but it never makes my lips dry. It really hydrates them for a long time. I can easily apply it on lips but due to its round tip, it is quite difficult to draw a perfect cupid bow. But, I can manage it. Once it settles down, it gives a beautiful non-drying matte finish, which I absolutely love. Such soft velvety matte finish looks very gorgeous.
Though, it is a matte lipstick the color does transfer slightly. Still, it never looks faded even after the transfer, as lots of lip color still remains on my lips. It also never smudges or bleeds, which is a good thing. This formula never settles into the fine lines or creases. I must say it is a great lipstick range which has a beautiful formula and they claim that it contains primer in it which, definitely, improves the formula and texture a lot.
Staying Power: This lipstick also claims that it will last around for 12 hours but it doesn’t last for full 12 hours. It stays for around 5-6 hours on the lips. I think the lasting power is good but not that long like they claim. It decently survives meal but after a heavy lunch, it does fade away from the center of my lips and then it need reapplication. But it never looks messy on the lips and the formula is easy to wipe off without leaving any stain behind it.
Overall, I personally like this range and especially, Rosy Mind is one of the pretty shades which I can wear anytime. Also, it has a nice sweet fragrance in it which doesn’t bother me like the other Absolute range does. Though it is not that long lasting like their claim I am happy with it. Only, I really didn’t notice any huge benefit of the primer it has. This primer makes the formula better but can’t help it to last for long.
Pros of Lakme 9 to 5 Primer + Matte Lip Color Rosy Mind:
- Beautiful packaging
- Affordable
- Huge shade range for all skin tones
- Beautiful pink with a mix of red and coral
- Looks fresh and summery, and doesn’t have any shimmers
- Good pigmentation
- Soft creamy texture glides smoothly
- Feels light and comfortable on lips
- Keeps lips hydrated for long
- Settles into a beautiful non-drying matte finish
- Doesn’t settle into the fine lines or bleeds
- Stays around for 5-6 hours nicely
Cons of Lakme 9 to 5 Primer + Matte Lip Color Rosy Mind:
- Round tip creates a little difficulty in applying a sharp line
- Excess layers make the application little streaky for this particular shade
- 12-hours claim is not true
- Does transfer slightly and looks faded after 5-6 hours
- Needs reapplication after a heavy lunch
IMBB Rating: 4.5/5
Would I Repurchase/Recommend Lakme 9 to 5 Primer + Matte Lip Color Rosy Mind?
Yes, it is a nice range to try and I would love to purchase more shades.
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