Anastasia Candy Lip Gloss ($16.00 for 0.16 fl. oz.) is a bright, medium pink with subtle, warm undertones and a cream finish. The consistency was smooth, lightly creamy, but it didn’t feel heavy or apply thickly. It had nearly opaque pigmentation that covered the lips evenly for the most part. The gloss lasted for four and a half hours on me, and it was comfortable to wear. MAC Little Miss Mischief (LE, $20.00) is darker, more muted (90% similar). Urban Decay Savage (DC, $26.00) is more muted, cooler (85% similar). MAC Fearless (P, $20.00) is lighter (85% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Anastasia Dollhouse Lip Gloss ($16.00 for 0.16 fl. oz.) is a bold, bright, medium fuchsia magenta with pink undertones and a cream finish. It was mostly opaque, though there was a bit of translucency in areas, particularly toward the center of the mouth. The gloss was lightly creamy, mostly non-sticky, and moisturizing over the four and a half hours it lasted. MAC A for Attitude (LE, $20.00) is darker, more muted (95% similar). Revlon HD Tourmaline (510) (DC, $8.99) is brighter (95% similar). MAC Candy Yum Yum (P, $10.00) is lighter, warmer (95% similar). MAC Silly (LE, $21.00) is lighter (90% similar). MAC Unlimited Style (LE, $21.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). NYX Funnel Delight (P, $5.99) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). NYX Sugar Cookie (P, $5.00) is lighter (90% similar). MAC Style Packed (LE, $21.00) is lighter (95% similar). Urban Decay Crush (P, $19.00) is darker (90% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Anastasia Neon Carnival Lip Gloss ($16.00 for 0.16 fl. oz.) is a bright, medium-dark orange-coral with warm undertones and a cream finish. The texture was creamy, smooth, and light-medium in weight, but it had a bit of streakiness that did not self-level. The pigmentation was rich and just about full coverage when I applied it from the tube. This shade wore well for four and a half hours and was moisturizing. MAC Barbecue (LE, $21.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). MAC Everybody's Talking (LE, $20.00) is warmer (90% similar). Marc Jacobs Beauty Gone Bad (216) (DC, $28.00) is brighter, warmer (90% similar). Hourglass Muse (P, $28.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). MAC Short & Snappy (P, $10.00) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar). Anastasia Hibiscus (-, $16.00) is cooler (90% similar). Cle de Peau Deco (16) (P, $48.00) is more muted (85% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Anastasia Papaya Lip Gloss ($16.00 for 0.16 fl. oz.) is a bright, medium orange with warm, reddish undertones and a cream finish. It was intensely pigmented and completely opaque on the lips. The texture was a little thicker than other shades, but it did not feel heavy or goopy either. The color spread evenly across the lips and wore well for just over four and a half hours. Illamasqua Temper (P, $22.00) is darker, warmer (95% similar). Urban Decay Punch Drunk (DC, $26.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). Anastasia Flame (-, $16.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). NYX Orangesicle (P, $5.99) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). MAC Push Some Buttons (LE, $20.00) is darker, less glossy (85% similar). Cle de Peau Deco (16) (P, $48.00) is more muted (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Formula Overview

Anastasia Lip Gloss ($16.00 for 0.16 fl. oz.) is supposed to be “opaque” with “high-shine” that’s “non-drying.” It is one of the more pigmented lipglosses out there that has a smoother, more cushion-y consistency that typically spreads well across the lips. Some shades gather in lip lines, and some shades apply streaky; it seems more common with lighter shades and milkier colors. The formula is non-sticky initially and develops slight tackiness over time. My experience from wearing the formula is that they are often lightly to moderately hydrating and wear three to five hours. They have a vanilla scent that isn’t too overpowering nor does it linger once applied (I notice it mostly in the tube).

Anastasia Candy Lip Gloss

Anastasia Candy Lip Gloss

Anastasia Candy Lip Gloss

Anastasia Candy Lip Gloss

Anastasia Candy Lip Gloss

Anastasia Candy Lip Gloss

Anastasia Dollhouse Lip Gloss

Anastasia Dollhouse Lip Gloss

Anastasia Dollhouse Lip Gloss

Anastasia Dollhouse Lip Gloss

Anastasia Dollhouse Lip Gloss

Anastasia Dollhouse Lip Gloss

Anastasia Neon Carnival Lip Gloss

Anastasia Neon Carnival Lip Gloss

Anastasia Neon Carnival Lip Gloss

Anastasia Neon Carnival Lip Gloss

Anastasia Neon Carnival Lip Gloss

Anastasia Neon Carnival Lip Gloss

Anastasia Papaya Lip Gloss

Anastasia Papaya Lip Gloss

Anastasia Papaya Lip Gloss

Anastasia Papaya Lip Gloss

Anastasia Papaya Lip Gloss

Anastasia Papaya Lip Gloss