Lime Crime Velvetines Liquid Lipstick Taffeta Review

Hey lovely ladies,

It’s time for another liquid lipstick review! For the last year or two – those are the only kinds I know and I am so stuck on liquid lipsticks. It is like I have to consciously tell myself to use a bullet lipstick for a change. And even then, when I do use a bullet lipstick, I will end up messing the application, go figure! So, this review is from the Lime Crime brand – a Metallic Velvetine. Let us see how this one fares.

Lime Crime Velvetines Liquid Lipstick Taffeta Review

Product Description:
The original liquid matte lipstick inspired by rose petals. The liquid matte that started it all. Conceptualized and developed by Lime Crime CEO Doe Deere, Velvetines draw inspiration from her favorite flower – a red, red rose. Doe used to cut out rose petals and paste them onto her lips as a child. Richly pigmented, French vanilla-infused formula glides on as a liquid and dries down to a luxurious, velvety matte finish that lasts for hours and hours. Touch-proof, kiss-proof and utterly addictive! Long lasting metallic liquid lipstick in a Metallic Fuchsia. What it does: Makes your lips feel luxurious and velvety, like a rose. Lasts all day with minimal touch-ups, even through meals. Certified Cruelty Free and Vegan.
Price:
US $20 / THB 790.

Lime Crime Velvetines Liquid Lipstick Taffeta label

I have discussed this in my previous reviews as well – Even though the lipstick is priced at about the same price point as quite a few others – Kat Von D, Too Faced, Joeur, Huda Beauty, Kylie liquid lipstick, Beauty Bakerie, Smashbox, Too Faced, MAC, etc.; however, considering the amount of product you get, probably makes this one of the most expensive liquid lipsticks in its league.

For details:
Huda Beauty liquid Matte – $20 – 5ml
Kat Von D Everlasting – $20 – 6.6ml
Lime Crime Velvetine – $20 – 2.6gms

Packaging:
The metallics come packaged in the same packaging as the regular lipsticks. It comes packaged in the their trademark red boxes with roses on it – the owner’s favourite flower. The box has a strip on it which has the shade name and ingredient mentioned on it and is colour co-ordinated to the shade of the lipstick. Makes it easy to locate if you have more than one and if you store them in the box itself. The liquid lipstick tube itself has a frosted transparent tube with a cap carrying the same pattern as the box – eye-catching and a tad bit girlie. The applicator is standard doe-foot applicator. Since the size of the tube is small, the length of the wand is also small. This allows you for more precise application. I am able to get good decent clean lines with the wand, I have never needed to use a separate brush for it – even though the brand has advised regarding the use of a brush, if required.

Lime Crime Velvetines Liquid Lipstick Taffeta tubes

My Experience with Lime Crime Velvetines Liquid Lipstick Taffeta:

Color: There was a time, not so long ago, that I was all about a “bright lip!” Hot Pinks, Fuchsia, Orange red, cool toned reds – I loved these shades. You slap them on, they become the centre of attention and you don’t need to bother with much else on your face. It still took you close to an hour to do your makeup, but that’s a different story. I still love a bright lip – especially when I am running short of time or if I want to take the attention away from my panda eyes. This one is perfect for the job! Not only is it a bright fuchsia, it is metallic and has a fuchsia to purple shift to the metallic sheen! It is quite a stunning shade – a must have for fuchsia lovers.

Lime Crime Velvetines Liquid Lipstick Taffeta applicator wand

I love how the metallic-ness. There is no shimmer particles or chunky glitter visible to the eye. You will see how smooth and even the pigment is (in the swatches) the metallic pigment does not settle into the fine lines or separate out unevenly on the lips.

Texture: The texture of the lipstick felt more creamy whereas other Velvetines feel more liquidy. It has excellent pigmentation and gives full and even coverage for the entire lip in 1-2 dips. Normally, when using a metallic or shimmery shade, the following issues occur:

  • it can tend to cling onto the lips as it wears.
  • the pigment tends to accumulate in crevices and lip lines.
  • the metallic pigment tends to feel gritty.
  • the metallic pigment can spread unevenly or separate from the liquid.

This one has NONE of these concerns! The texture has been worked out really well. The lipstick performs just like a regular Lime Crime Velvetine.

The lipstick dries down fairly quickly. Once set, it’s fairly budge-proof. It is not very drying but it’s not hydrating either. If you have any flakes on your lips – it will cling to those patches. However, on its own, it won’t really create flakes or make your lips look prunish. The brand does suggest hydrating the lips before application. The metallic sheen does not make the product feel gritty on the lips.

Pigmentation: Pigmentation is very good. The lipstick goes on smoothy and settles, covering any lip pigmentation very well. The pigment goes on evenly – it doesn’t bunch up or sink into the crevices.

Lime Crime Velvetines Liquid Lipstick Taffeta swatches

One thing to remember about Lime Crime Metallic Velvetines is that they are proper metallic lipsticks and not lip toppers. Meaning, a metallic lipstick generally has a pigmented base shade and then a metallic sheen (as in case of Lime Crime Velvetines) or a shimmer or glitter mixed in. Whereas, in case of a lip topper – the base would more often than not be a clear solution with shimmer particles or glitter particles mixed in (as in case of Lime Crime Lip crushers). So, while the lip toppers need a base lipstick for the effect to show, the metallic lipsticks aren’t dependent on another product for them to shine. They work very well on their own as a stand-alone product. Having said that, being a metallic shade, you could still use them to highlight the centre of your lips while using a matte shade for the rest of the lips.

Lasting Power:  This shade lasts a decent 6-7 hours or so. Again, a lot will depend on what you eat/drink in the interim and the oil content of the same. This is because oil starts breaking down the formula. I have seen it withstand a 3 course meal with very little wear – more on the inner part of the lower lip.
However, even when it starts disappearing from the inner rim of the lips, it appears fairly natural and there is no clumping or flaking, etc.

Lime Crime Velvetines Liquid Lipstick Taffeta lip swatches

Fragrance: There is a distinct sweet fragrance…like that of vanilla cup cakes. It could definitely be an issue for someone who has a sensitive nose. I’m not too fond of it – but find it tolerable coz it dissipates fairly quickly.

Pros of Lime Crime Velvetines Liquid Lipstick Taffeta:

  • A stunning metallic fuchsia shade.
  • Lightweight texture.
  • Good pigmentation.
  • Easy to apply with the applicator – very easy to get clean lines.
  • It applies smoothly and evenly.
  • No feathering or bleeding.
  • Decent packaging.
  • Easy to identify colour from the tube itself.
  • Does not flake.
  • Good wear time – 6-7 hours (doesn’t look bad from a distance even post 8 hours and having disappeared from half the lips – upper and lower).
  • Vegan formula.
  • Not overtly drying. Does not create dry patches post use.
  • Cruelty free.

Cons of Lime Crime Velvetines Liquid Lipstick Taffeta:

  • Will accentuate dry patches, if they already exist.
  • Fragrance could be an issue for some.
  • The quantity is almost half/less than half of other brands in the market, in the same price range.

IMBB Rating:
A 5/5 product.

This one is quite an eye-catching colour. For someone who loves a pop of bright hues, this one would be a no brainer. You do need to tone down the rest of your face when using this – else it could end up being way too much. I feel he formula is well worked out in terms of quality, pigmentation and longevity.

Totally recommend the product!

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