Besame Holiday 2016 Mini Lipstick Set ($25.00 for 0.18 oz.) includes five miniature sized lipsticks, which are all available individually (should you only like one or two, or perhaps, minis aren’t your cup of tea). The Classic Color Lipstick formula is described as a “budge-proof finish that stays put” with “smooth” color and a “satin meets matte” finish. It’s a nice set of medium and deeper shades with two reds, one burgundy, one rose, and one copper/brown. The tubes are really small, and of the minis this year, the size did feel awkward to use, though I did not have issues with breakage.

Value

• Classic Color Lipstick: $22.00 for 0.12 oz. or $183.33/oz.
• Total Value: $32.08

Noir Red 1930 is a blackened red with warm, brown undertones and a satin finish. It had good pigmentation, though not quite full coverage, that went on fairly evenly. Of the five, this had slight patchiness towards the center of the mouth and noticeable color that had settled in my lip lines. The color wore for six hours, left a stain behind, and was lightly hydrating. Pat McGrath McMenamy (LE, $38.00)(95% similar). Bite Beauty #048 (P, $18.00) is darker (90% similar). MAC Velvet Rebellion (LE, $19.00) is warmer (90% similar). Fenty Beauty Underdawg (LE, $24.00) is less shimmery (90% similar). Make Up For Ever C407 (DC, $22.00) is warmer, glossier (95% similar). MAC Phenomenal Woman (LE, $19.00) is cooler (90% similar). ColourPop Paramour (LE, $7.00) is warmer (90% similar). Burberry Black Cherry (57) (P, $34.00) is warmer (95% similar). Too Faced Chocolate Cherries (P, $21.00) is warmer (90% similar). KVD Beauty Motorhead (P, $19.00) is cooler, glossier (90% similar). Makeup Geek Risque (P, $15.00) is lighter (90% similar). MAC Double Fudge (DC, $21.00) is glossier (95% similar). MAC Living Legend (LE, $19.00) is warmer (95% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Saboteur (Right) (LE, ) is glossier (95% similar). ColourPop Tutu (LE, $7.00) is lighter (95% similar). YSL Prune Power (89) (P, $38.00) is more shimmery, cooler (90% similar). KVD Beauty Vampira (P, $19.00) is lighter (95% similar). Urban Decay Disturbed (DC, $18.00) is warmer (95% similar). Anastasia #13 (Vol. 1) (PiP, ) is darker (80% similar). Bite Beauty Liquorice (DC, $26.00) is lighter (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Cherry Red 1935 is a medium-dark red with neutral-to-warm undertones and a cream finish. It had good color payoff that applied evenly and smoothly. The consistency was lightly creamy, light-medium in weight, and felt comfortable over the six hours it lasted. NARS Shirley (P, $34.00) is glossier (95% similar). Shiseido Bloodstone (RD503) (DC, $28.00) is more muted (90% similar). Make Up For Ever M402 (DC, $22.00) is lighter, more muted, less glossy (90% similar). NARS Rouge Indiscret (LE, $28.00) is less glossy (90% similar). Chanel Rouge Noble (857) (LE, $45.00) is lighter (95% similar). Bite Beauty Red Velvet (DC, $24.00) is lighter (95% similar). Dior Diorling (LE, $40.00) is lighter (95% similar). NARS Infatuated Red (P, $27.00) is less glossy (95% similar). Besame Red Velvet 1946 (PiP, $22.00) is lighter (90% similar). Chanel Blast (146) (P, $45.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar). NARS Codie (LE, $34.00) is lighter, less glossy (90% similar). NARS Hell Gate (LE, $28.00) is lighter, warmer, glossier (90% similar). Urban Decay Rock Steady (LE, $18.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). MAC Dubonnet (P, $19.00) is warmer (90% similar). Chanel Experimente (154) (P, $45.00) is more muted, cooler, less glossy (90% similar). Givenchy Pourpre Edgy (326) (P, $36.00)(85% similar). ColourPop Avenue (DC, $6.50) is warmer, less glossy (90% similar). NARS Eva (LE, $34.00) is darker, glossier (80% similar). MAC Brave Red (P, $19.00) is lighter, brighter (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Red Velvet 1946 is a medium red with subtle, warmer undertones and a cream finish. It had mostly opaque color coverage that was easy to apply, as the texture was lightly creamy without being too slippery or too stiff in the tube. The color wore well for six hours and left a stain behind. I found the formula slightly hydrating overall. MAC Dubonnet (P, $19.00) is darker (90% similar). Bite Beauty Red Velvet (DC, $24.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). MAC Fire Roasted (DC, $21.00) is glossier (90% similar). Urban Decay Bad Blood (DC, $18.00) is darker, glossier (95% similar). MAC Brave Red (P, $19.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). Bite Beauty Braised (DC, $24.00) is lighter, glossier (90% similar). NARS Mysterious Red (P, $27.00) is less glossy (90% similar). NARS Hell Gate (LE, $28.00) is glossier (90% similar). ColourPop Liquid Courage (P, $10.00) is darker (90% similar). NARS Codie (LE, $34.00) is more muted (90% similar). Make Up For Ever C406 (DC, $22.00) is more muted (95% similar). Urban Decay Bad Blood (DC, $22.00) is warmer (95% similar). Bite Beauty Fraise (DC, $24.00) is lighter, brighter (80% similar). Besame Cherry Red 1935 (PiP, $22.00) is darker (90% similar). Maybelline Dynamite Red (DC, $7.49) is lighter, brighter, less glossy (85% similar). Estee Lauder Red Ego (P, $32.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). Make Up For Ever M402 (DC, $22.00) is more muted (95% similar). Estee Lauder Drop Dead Red (320) (P, $32.00) is lighter (85% similar). Urban Decay Rock Steady (LE, $18.00) is darker, glossier (90% similar). Urban Decay Doubt (DC, $18.00) is lighter, less glossy (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Dusty Rose 1969 is a muted, medium-dark rose with subtle, warm undertones and a creamy finish. It was richly pigmented with a lightly creamy, smooth texture that glided on without tugging on the lips. It was comfortable to wear over the five hours it lasted, and the formula was moderately hydrating. Smashbox Stylist (P, $24.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar). MAC Offshoot (LE, $19.00) is darker (90% similar). KVD Beauty Double Dare (P, $19.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). ColourPop Still Crazy (P, $10.00) is lighter (85% similar). MAC Del Rio (P, $19.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Cary (P, $36.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar). MAC Soft Sell (P, $18.00) is more shimmery (90% similar). Pat McGrath Femmebot (P, $38.00) is lighter, warmer, less glossy (85% similar). Bobbi Brown Rose Blossom (DC, $37.00) is darker (85% similar). bareMinerals Love (P, $20.00) is lighter, warmer, glossier (85% similar). Urban Decay Hideaway (DC, $18.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). Bobbi Brown Babe (P, $29.00) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar). Laura Mercier Sophia (LE, $26.00) is brighter, cooler (85% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Casablanca (P, $57.00) is lighter (95% similar). Burberry Nude Rose (No. 405) (P, $35.00) is lighter (85% similar). Ciate Pin Up (PiP, $19.00) is darker, less glossy (85% similar). Urban Decay Tampered (DC, $18.00) is more muted (85% similar). bareMinerals Queen (PiP, $20.00) is darker, cooler, glossier (80% similar). Natasha Denona Averyl (23P) (P, $25.00) is less shimmery, lighter (80% similar). Estee Lauder Incensed (P, $32.00) is lighter, warmer (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Chocolate Kiss 1970 is a medium-dark coppery brown with warm, orange undertones and a satin finish. This was the most pigmented–full coverage–shade in the set. The texture was a touch less creamy, but it didn’t drag on the lips at all, and it wore for just as long as the reds at six hours. The only thing I noticed was that the texture was thicker compared to the other shades, so it felt and looked heavier on. Urban Decay Epigram (LE, $18.00) is lighter, glossier (95% similar). Guerlain #04 (P, $33.00) is lighter (95% similar). Urban Decay Backseat (DC, $18.00) is lighter, glossier (90% similar). MAC Royally Riotous (LE, $19.00) is darker, more muted (85% similar). Bite Beauty Molasses (DC, $24.00) is lighter, cooler, glossier (90% similar). ColourPop Reign (PiP, $7.00) is cooler, glossier (90% similar). KVD Beauty Lolita II (P, $19.00) is lighter (90% similar). ColourPop Money Moves (P, $7.00) is lighter (90% similar). MAC Marrakesh (P, $19.00) is darker, brighter (85% similar). MAC Brick Dust (DC, $21.00) is lighter, cooler, glossier (85% similar). Estee Lauder Mind Game (P, $32.00) is more muted, cooler (85% similar). NARS Femme Fleur (LE, $26.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). NARS Walkyrie (P, $27.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). Maybelline Maple Kiss (925) (P, $7.49) is lighter (90% similar). MAC Tabla (P, $19.00) is darker, glossier (85% similar). NARS Slow Ride (P, $26.00) is lighter (85% similar). Bite Beauty Yucca (DC, $24.00) is warmer, glossier (85% similar). Anastasia Spice (P, $18.00) is lighter, less glossy (85% similar). Giorgio Armani Sandstone (102) (P, $38.00) is cooler, glossier (85% similar). Sephora Yum Yum (10) (P, $8.00) is darker, more muted, cooler (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Besame Holiday 2016 Mini Lipstick Set

Besame Holiday 2016 Mini Lipstick Set

Besame Holiday 2016 Mini Lipstick Set

Besame Noir Red 1930 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Noir Red 1930 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Noir Red 1930 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Noir Red 1930 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Noir Red 1930 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Noir Red 1930 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Cherry Red 1935 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Cherry Red 1935 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Cherry Red 1935 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Cherry Red 1935 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Cherry Red 1935 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Cherry Red 1935 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Red Velvet 1946 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Red Velvet 1946 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Red Velvet 1946 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Red Velvet 1946 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Red Velvet 1946 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Red Velvet 1946 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Dusty Rose 1969 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Dusty Rose 1969 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Dusty Rose 1969 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Dusty Rose 1969 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Dusty Rose 1969 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Dusty Rose 1969 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Chocolate Kiss 1970 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Chocolate Kiss 1970 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Chocolate Kiss 1970 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Chocolate Kiss 1970 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Chocolate Kiss 1970 Classic Color Lipstick

Besame Chocolate Kiss 1970 Classic Color Lipstick

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The Details

Besame Mini Lipstick Set

Wander Beauty Prone to Wanter Lipstick Set

BUXOM Frozen Assets Bold Gel Lipstick Collection

Giorgio Armani Armani Lip Set

Kevyn Aucoin The Contour Palette

Besame Brightening Face Powder Trio

Besame Classic Color Lipstick ($22.00 for 0.12 oz.) recently popped up on Sephora with six shades, and I bought two of them to try out. The formula is supposed to have a “satin, matte finish that delivers full coverage in one coat.” It also is supposed to “leave lips feeling soft and hydrated.” Both of these were pigmented, comfortable to wear, and long-wearing. They’re not ultra-hydrating, but they were lightly moisturizing to the point where after six hours, my lips still felt good (no need to rush for the balm). The consistency is lightweight and thin but still yielded good coverage and glided on without pulling on the lips. I didn’t have any color that bled or feathered outside of my natural lip line (though I am not prone to either, but I have experience both occasionally). The formula had a sweet, vanilla scent to it but no discernible taste.

Besame American Beauty 1945 Lipstick ($22.00 for 0.12 oz.) is described as a “cool berry red.” It’s a subdued, medium-dark red with cool, raspberry undertones and a satin finish. It had very nearly opaque coverage (you can just barely see my lip freckle peeking through) that applied evenly and smoothly. The color lasted for six and a half hours and was lightly hydrating over time. Clinique Cherry Pop (P, $18.00) is lighter. MAC Stunner (LE, $16.00) is warmer. Anastasia American Doll (P, $20.00) is lighter, brighter, less glossy. Tom Ford Beauty Ruby Rush (07) (P, $50.00) is lighter, warmer. NARS Deadly Catch (LE, $26.00) is warmer. Kat Von D Hexagram (P, $21.00) is lighter, warmer, less glossy. MAC Frank-n-furter (LE, $16.00) is darker, less glossy. Chanel La Desiree (327) (LE, $34.00) is warmer. Chanel Rouge Byzantin (LE, $34.00) is more shimmery, darker. MAC Just a Bite (LE, $16.00) is darker, glossier. See comparison swatches / compare dupes side-by-side.

Besame Besame Red 1920 Lipstick ($22.00 for 0.12 oz.) is described as a “true red with a cooler, blue-toned base.” It’s a brightened, medium red with cool, blue undertones and a satin finish. It had full color coverage that applied with smooth, even color without dragging or tugging on the lips. The texture was lightly creamy but didn’t slide around (but it isn’t transfer-proof). It was comfortable to wear during the six hour period it lasted. MAC MAC Red (P, $16.00) is darker. Chanel La Precieuse (317) (LE, $34.00) is warmer. MAC RiRi Woo (LE, $16.00) is less glossy. MAC Ronnie Red (LE, $16.00) is darker. NARS Deadly Catch (LE, $26.00) is darker. MAC Ruby (LE, $16.00) is lighter, warmer, glossier. Kat Von D Hexagram (P, $21.00) is more muted, less glossy. Too Faced Melted Ruby (P, $21.00) is glossier. Anastasia American Doll (P, $20.00) is warmer, less glossy. MAC Tenor Voice (LE, $16.00) is lighter. MAC Opera (LE, $16.00) is lighter. Tom Ford Beauty Ruby Rush (07) (P, $50.00) is warmer. MAC Kinky (LE, $16.00) is warmer. Kat Von D Outlaw (P, $19.00) is warmer, less glossy. See comparison swatches / compare dupes side-by-side.

Besame Besame Red 1920 Lipstick

Besame Besame Red 1920 Lipstick

Besame Besame Red 1920 Lipstick

Besame Besame Red 1920 Lipstick

Besame American Beauty 1945 Lipstick

Besame American Beauty 1945 Lipstick

Besame American Beauty 1945 Lipstick

Besame American Beauty 1945 Lipstick

Besame American Beauty 1945 Lipstick

Besame American Beauty 1945 Lipstick

Besame Besame Red 1920 Lipstick

Besame Besame Red 1920 Lipstick

Besame Besame Red 1920 Lipstick

Besame Besame Red 1920 Lipstick

Besame Besame Red 1920 Lipstick

Besame Besame Red 1920 Lipstick