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Kat Von D Double Dare, Lolita II, Mother Studded Kiss Lipsticks Reviews, Photos, Swatches

Kat Von D Double Dare Studded Kiss Lipstick
Kat Von D Double Dare Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Double Dare Studded Kiss Lipstick ($21.00 for 0.10 oz.) is a muted, medium-dark coral rose with warm undertones and a matte finish. It had opaque color coverage with a slightly firm consistency that tugged on the lips when applied but did not drag painfully. It seemed to get creamier after a few users as well. The lipstick wore for six hours and started to feel drying after four hours of wear. ColourPop Beast (LE, $9.00) is lighter, warmer (95% similar). Tarte Delish (P, $20.00) is lighter (95% similar). MAC Pumpkin (LE, $25.00) is lighter, glossier (90% similar). Makeup by Mario Kate (P, $24.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). MAC Nuez Moscada (LE, $19.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar). Sephora Push the Limit (07) (P, $15.00) is lighter, warmer, glossier (90% similar). Sephora Flamingo (P, $14.00) is cooler (90% similar). MAC Brickthrough (P, $27.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Makeup by Mario Annie (P, $24.00) is darker (90% similar). KVD Beauty OG Lolita (P, $19.00) is lighter (90% similar). ColourPop Y2K (P, $10.00) is cooler (90% similar). Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Medium (P, $37.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar). Make Up For Ever #4 (DC, $19.00) is lighter (90% similar). Givenchy Nude Androgyne (P, $37.00) is darker (95% similar). Pat McGrath Beautiful Stranger (P, $38.00) is lighter, glossier (85% similar). NARS Dolce Vita (P, $27.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). ColourPop Sucker (DC, $5.00) is lighter (85% similar). KVD Beauty OG Lolita (P, $18.00) is cooler, less glossy (90% similar). YSL Ambiguous Beige (11) (P, $39.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). MAC Brickthrough (P, $22.00) is brighter, cooler (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Kat Von D Lolita II Studded Kiss Lipstick ($21.00 for 0.10 oz.) is a muted, medium rosy brown with warm undertones and a matte finish. It had nearly opaque pigmentation that covered the lips evenly, though the consistency was firmer and dragged a bit on the lips. It felt clingy, though it had longer-than-average wear at six hours. The formula was moderately drying after four hours of wear. Charlotte Tilbury Super Model (P, $37.00) is darker (95% similar). NARS Bondage (LE, $27.00) is darker, warmer (95% similar). Chanel Ambiguite (834) (P, $45.00) is warmer (95% similar). Urban Decay Fade (P, $22.00) is warmer (95% similar). KVD Beauty Lolita II (P, $20.00) is more muted, warmer (90% similar). NARS Bahama (P, $27.00) is cooler (95% similar). Makeup by Mario Kate (P, $24.00) is cooler (90% similar). Make Up For Ever C108 (DC, $22.00) is darker, glossier (90% similar). Lisa Eldridge Velvet Sorcery (P, $36.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar). Urban Decay Tame (DC, $18.00) is lighter (90% similar). NARS Pigalle (P, $26.00) is darker (90% similar). MAC Over the Taupe (P, $26.00) is darker (90% similar). NARS Raiatea (LE, $25.00) is brighter, glossier (90% similar). NARS Somebody to Love (P, $26.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar). MAC Spice (LE, $19.00) is glossier (90% similar). NARS Just What I Needed (P, $26.00) is more muted, cooler (90% similar). Chanel Rouge Angelique (174) (P, $45.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). ColourPop On Film (P, $8.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). ColourPop CA Love (P, $10.00) is darker, brighter, warmer (90% similar). MAC Bad Girl RiRi (LE, $19.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). Top 20 dupes listed, see the rest. See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Kat Von D Mother Studded Kiss Lipstick ($21.00 for 0.10 oz.) is a medium-dark raspberry pink with subtle, cool undertones and a matte finish. It had mostly opaque color coverage that went on evenly. The consistency was firmer and stiffer in the tube, so it required extra pressure and tugged on the lips as I applied the color to my lips. It had a clingier feel, which may be uncomfortable for some, but the color lasted for over seven hours and left a stain behind. The formula was somewhat drying over time. NARS Never Say Never (P, $27.00) is more shimmery, lighter (90% similar). KVD Beauty Mother (P, $20.00) is lighter, brighter, warmer (95% similar). NYX Natural (P, $6.00) is lighter (90% similar). KVD Beauty Mother (P, $19.00) is lighter (90% similar). Tom Ford Beauty Thomas (P, $36.00) is lighter (95% similar). Urban Decay Echo (P, $22.00) is lighter (90% similar). MAC Velvet Punch (P, $22.00) is lighter, brighter, warmer (85% similar). Make Up For Ever #12 (DC, $19.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar). Bite Beauty #002 (LE, $36.00) is lighter, brighter (85% similar). ColourPop Brain Freeze (DC, $5.00) is lighter (80% similar). NARS Fanny (P, $34.00) is brighter, warmer, glossier (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Formula Overview

Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lipstick ($21.00 for 0.10 oz.) is supposed to have “bold color” with “long-lasting wear and luxe comfort.” I reviewed several of these shades when they were first released, and a lot of them were so dry that they were stiff to the point of dragging, tugging, and were nearly painful to apply, though not all. Some of the more recently released shades were surprisingly creamy, comfortable to apply, and really felt like a major departure from a lot of the ones I had tried from the initial release–they were pigmented, easier to apply, and were non-drying to drying. It seems like performance can really vary from shade to shade, unfortunately.

Double Dare

DCDiscontinued. $21.00.
A-
A-
8.5
Product
10
Pigmentation
7.5
Texture
10
Longevity
4.5
Application
90%
Total

Lolita II

DCDiscontinued. $21.00.
B+
B+
8
Product
9.5
Pigmentation
7.5
Texture
10
Longevity
4.5
Application
88%
Total

Mother

DCDiscontinued. $21.00.
B+
B+
8
Product
9.5
Pigmentation
7.5
Texture
10
Longevity
4.5
Application
88%
Total

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Kat Von D Double Dare Studded Kiss Lipstick
Kat Von D Double Dare Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Double Dare Studded Kiss Lipstick
Kat Von D Double Dare Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Double Dare Studded Kiss Lipstick
Kat Von D Double Dare Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Double Dare Studded Kiss Lipstick
Kat Von D Double Dare Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Double Dare Studded Kiss Lipstick
Kat Von D Double Dare Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Double Dare Studded Kiss Lipstick
Kat Von D Double Dare Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Lolita II Studded Kiss Lipstick
Kat Von D Lolita II Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Lolita II Studded Kiss Lipstick
Kat Von D Lolita II Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Lolita II Studded Kiss Lipstick
Kat Von D Lolita II Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Lolita II Studded Kiss Lipstick
Kat Von D Lolita II Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Lolita II Studded Kiss Lipstick
Kat Von D Lolita II Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Lolita II Studded Kiss Lipstick
Kat Von D Lolita II Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Mother Studded Kiss Lipstick
Kat Von D Mother Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Mother Studded Kiss Lipstick
Kat Von D Mother Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Mother Studded Kiss Lipstick
Kat Von D Mother Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Mother Studded Kiss Lipstick
Kat Von D Mother Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Mother Studded Kiss Lipstick
Kat Von D Mother Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Mother Studded Kiss Lipstick
Kat Von D Mother Studded Kiss Lipstick

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Kylie5 Avatar

Yes thank you. I do this very often to look if a lipstick is a dupe for mac Betty bright which I love. This time I just forgot about it.

Kristin P. Avatar

They’re basically identical in the Everlasting Liquid Lipstick range as well. I used to own both, but I got rid of one because they were too similar.

Alex Avatar

I have Lolita II in the liquid lipstick formula but I might have to get it in studded kiss too. I love this packaging and I love Lolita II color.

chelsea Avatar

Well looks like I’m getting Mother. I’ve been trying to dupe it for a lipstick equivalent for years as my lips just can’t take liquid formulas.

Ginny Avatar

I already bought and returned Double Dare and Lolita II. I thought they would be rosier versions of MAC Taupe, but they both were like bold corals on me. Oh well, plenty of other LE lipsticks to come.

Michele @Binxcat4ever Avatar

Hi Christine. I’m confused. My LE Studded Kiss in Mother is satin finish and not matte. In fact, I wore it the other day and it doesn’t even remotely look the same on me as it does on you. My swatch also looks like it has more sheen. Well, I don’t know, I do love it. It lasted for hours without a retouch.

KK Avatar

Thank You!
Thank you!
Thank you!
I’ve been waiting for this to place my order! I kind of like the Studded kiss shades that I have but I still needed your rating to give me the go ahead! Double dare is definitely coming home! And maybe Mother…

Fran Avatar

Now, that’s an idea!

I’m really liking NARS Train Bleu topped with MUFE #502 Taupe Violet, BTW. It’s a great fall color!

I just realized, too, that while I mostly don’t care much for matte lipsticks, I’ve always liked the NARS Matte Velvet lip pencils. Not sure why. They just never seem tuggy or draggy to me, and don’t dry out my lips.

WildDove Avatar

All three colors look great on you! I’m still late to the party on matte finish lipsticks though, still not sure what I think of them.

Anna Avatar

Am I crazy for wanting to keep both Double Dare and Lolita II? I’ve been hearing they looked identical, and they certainly look very similar in this review, but when I bought both intending to keep just one I couldn’t decide. Lolita II looks like a pinky brown on me and is like nothing I have. I thought for sure I’d have a dusty rose to dupe Double Dare, but no, it’s just slightly browner than anything I’ve got, and slightly less brown than Lolita II. Double dare is more flattering on me, but Lolita II more unique and (I feel) on trend with all the browns that are popular now. I can’t decide!!! ? ? ?

Katherine T. Avatar

Oooh, looks like I will need to get either Double Dare or Lolita II -I’ve been looking for this color for a while, no dupes, and the silver studded packaging is so cool!

WARPAINTandUnicorns Avatar

I’ve been trying to ignore these but you make me want to get them. 😉

Out of all of them, Double Dare is calling me but I’ll have to get it next month if it’s in stock.

I also do like the metal finish packaging but the one that had me screaming was the ones they put up for a charity auction that actually matches the lipstick shade to the tube colour. They looked so cool. lol

Nancy T Avatar

Oh no! I love ALL 3! I definitely wasn’t expecting that. But if I had to pick only one, it would probably be Double Dare. Just the description alone made me know I would fall hard for that one! Surprisingly, Mother appeals to me…odd since cool pinks never do. KVD is finally back on her game with these and the Metal Matte Palette!

Erica Avatar

Will just Lolita be in this Studded Kiss lipstick form? I have the liquid lip of Lolita. I like Double Dare too. It’s as about as “red” as I go:)

Alice Avatar

Thank you for the amazing review ! I love the Lolita II color so much! But I still don’t know which I should buy, the studded kiss one or the liquid one :'( Which one of them is dryer in your opinion? Some people said that the liquid one is really dry which makes me worried.

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