Fenty Beauty Strawberry Sangria & Zesty Bestie Poutsicle Lip Stains Reviews & Swatches
Strawberry Sangria
Fenty Beauty Strawberry Sangria Poutsicle Hydrating Lip Stain ($24.00 for 0.1 oz.) is a vivid, medium red with neutral-to-warm undertones and a high-shine, glossy finish.
- Semi-sheer to medium, buildable coverage
- Watery initially, slightly plusher and smoother after 30 seconds
- Lightweight, comfortable to wear, forgiving
- Long-wearing (6+ hours), hydrating, left light stain
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- ColourPop It's Grr Time (LE, $10.00) is darker (90% similar).
- ColourPop Big Apple (P, $8.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Makeup by Mario Poppy (P, $24.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- L'Oreal Be Successful (P, $11.99) is darker (90% similar).
- MAC Rockin' Robin (LE, $21.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Chanel Rouge Carmin (824) (LE, $30.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- NARS Disruptor (LE, $26.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- LORAC Red Rose (LE, ) is warmer, less glossy (85% similar).
- L'Oreal Be Brilliant (P, $11.99) is lighter, warmer (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$27.00/0.1 oz. - $270.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have a glossy finish that leaves a "soft tint" behind while being hydrating, feather-resistant, and offers "sheer-to-medium coverage." It has a a thinner, more watery texture initially, which developed to something smoother and plusher without being too tacky. This helped the product stay in place and be bleed/feather-resistant while having longer-wear, but it was still comfortable to wear.
The shades offered medium coverage, which was somewhat buildable to higher coverage if desired. They applied evenly for the most part and didn't emphasize lip texture. The formula was moderately hydrating over time, and the short shade range performed consistently--they lasted over six hours and left a soft stain behind that lingered for another couple of hours.
Browse all of our Fenty Beauty Poutsicle Hydrating Lip Stain swatches.
Ingredients
Aqua/Water/Eau, Diphenyl Dimethicone, Diisostearyl Malate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Glycerin, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Dipropylene Glycol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Polysorbate 60, Octyldodecanol, Pentylene Glycol, Ceteareth-20, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Squalane, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin. May Contain/Peut Contenir (+/-): Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Yellow 6 (CI 15985), Red 28 (CI 45410), Red 33 (CI 17200), Yellow 5 (CI 19140), Blue 1 (CI 42090).
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Strawberry Sangria
PPermanent. $27.00.
Zesty Bestie
Fenty Beauty Zesty Bestie Poutsicle Hydrating Lip Stain ($24.00 for 0.1 oz.) is a vivid, deeper orange-red with warm undertones and a high-shine, glossy finish.
- Semi-sheer to medium, buildable coverage
- Watery initially, slightly plusher and smoother after 30 seconds
- Lightweight, comfortable to wear, forgiving
- Long-wearing (6+ hours), hydrating, left light stain
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Giorgio Armani Tangerine (300) (P, $38.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- YSL No Taboo Chili (213) (P, $38.00) is lighter, more muted, warmer (80% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Rouge Metal (P, $54.00) is more shimmery, darker, warmer (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$27.00/0.1 oz. - $270.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have a glossy finish that leaves a "soft tint" behind while being hydrating, feather-resistant, and offers "sheer-to-medium coverage." It has a a thinner, more watery texture initially, which developed to something smoother and plusher without being too tacky. This helped the product stay in place and be bleed/feather-resistant while having longer-wear, but it was still comfortable to wear.
The shades offered medium coverage, which was somewhat buildable to higher coverage if desired. They applied evenly for the most part and didn't emphasize lip texture. The formula was moderately hydrating over time, and the short shade range performed consistently--they lasted over six hours and left a soft stain behind that lingered for another couple of hours.
Browse all of our Fenty Beauty Poutsicle Hydrating Lip Stain swatches.
Ingredients
Aqua/Water/Eau, Diphenyl Dimethicone, Diisostearyl Malate, Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Glycerin, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Dipropylene Glycol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Polysorbate 60, Octyldodecanol, Pentylene Glycol, Ceteareth-20, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Squalane, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin. May Contain/Peut Contenir (+/-): Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Yellow 6 (CI 15985), Red 28 (CI 45410), Red 33 (CI 17200), Yellow 5 (CI 19140), Blue 1 (CI 42090).
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer) at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable to the product you're purchasing, or the brand or retailer's website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
Glorious. Just glorious.
Tried this; really wanted to like it. But (my batch, at least) had the consistency of agave syrup. I couldn’t keep it on my lips for the 30 seconds required for it to dry down! It immediately dripped all around my mouth. Usually not a problem, but the stain part is actually quite good :), so I couldn’t get it all off or hide the mistakes without concealer.
Maybe a more experienced hand is all that’s needed? Maybe a smaller brush would help? ( A tiny bit went a LONG way :).) Or maybe it’s perfect for a professional, all-day look, ex. Taking the time to get it perfect first thing in the morning and have that pay off throughout the day. But for my more haphazard purposes, not a good match. (Or maybe I just got a bad batch.)
“Forgiving”! That’s the word. I found the application process very unforgiving, so it had to be a pass.
These both look so fresh and JUICY! Like, I am literally imagining undiluted strawberry and orange jello after it’s blended with the hot water, but before the cold gets added!
As lip stains go, these look pretty good – love the vivid shades.
I had a similar experience as Joia, I find this hard to apply and it looks messy. I have the deepest berry shade, maybe that’s part of it. I’m trying different application methods though, I’m hoping to work it out because I do like the effect it gives.
I just did a huge lip product destash but these are looking mighty tempting. Because of the other users’ comments about potential difficult application, I will definitely be trying out the formula in person before buying.