Laura Mercier Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm ($25.00 for 0.12 oz.) is supposed to have the “comfort of a lip balm, the coverage of a lipstick, and the shine of a gloss.” The three I tried were really quite pigmented, creamy, and hydrating; their downfall was longevity was less than similar-hued shades with a less emollient consistency (not entirely unexpected). There was a slight, sweet scent to them but no discernible taste. It’s a really comfortable formula to wear, and if you don’t mind reapplying or transfer, well worth a look!

Laura Mercier Amaretto Swirl Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm ($25.00 for 0.12 oz.) is described as a “light pinkish beige.” It’s a light-medium, rosy beige with warm undertones and a creamy, glossy finish. It had mostly opaque coverage with a creamy, smooth texture that applied without dragging and had fairly even coverage. I had some color gather in lip lines, though I don’t think it’s noticeable from a normal viewing distance, and it only wore for three hours, but it was hydrating. YSL Corail Intuitive (15) (P, $38.00) is lighter, warmer (85% similar). Revlon Jungle Peach (LE, $8.49) is lighter, brighter, warmer (80% similar). YSL Tender Peach (26) (P, $34.00) is lighter, brighter (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Laura Mercier Juicy Papaya Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm ($25.00 for 0.12 oz.) is described as a “coral pink.” It’s a bold, bright, medium-dark orange-red with warm undertones and a creamy, glossy finish. It had rich, nearly opaque color payoff with a very smooth, emollient texture. The color wore for five hours on me and left behind a moderate stain. It was comfortable and moisturizing while worn. Giorgio Armani A-List (301) (LE, $38.00) is cooler (95% similar). Revlon Siren (P, $8.49) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Revlon Kiss Me Coral (P, $8.49) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Psycho (DC, $18.00) is darker, less glossy (90% similar). Buxom Rogue (DC, $21.00) is darker, less glossy (90% similar). Make Up For Ever Orange (300) (P, $24.00) is lighter (85% similar). Maybelline Vibrant Mandarin (DC, $7.99) is darker, less glossy (85% similar). Maybelline Electric Orange (DC, $7.99) is more muted (85% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Laura Mercier Pink Grapefruit Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm ($25.00 for 0.12 oz.) is described as a “blush pink.” It’s a light-medium, peachy-coral with a hint of pink and a creamy, glossy finish. It had almost full color coverage with a hint of the natural lip color peeking through. The texture was soft, creamy, and easy to apply, while the color itself lasted for three and a half hours. The formula was hydrating while worn. Tom Ford Beauty Tantalize (Left) (LE, ) is darker (95% similar). MAC Ravishing (P, $19.00) is darker (90% similar). MAC Razzledazzler (P, $19.00) is less glossy (90% similar). L'Oreal Luminous Coral (P, $9.99) is cooler (90% similar). bareMinerals Express Yourself (LE, $20.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). YSL Peach Passion (13) (P, $34.00) is lighter, cooler (90% similar). Charlotte Tilbury Bitch Perfect (P, $37.00) is cooler (90% similar). Bite Beauty Heather (DC, $28.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar). Bite Beauty Centifolia (LE, $28.00) is darker, brighter, warmer (85% similar). Smashbox Bad B (P, $24.00) is darker, more muted, cooler (85% similar). Bobbi Brown Pink Nude (DC, $37.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar). MAC Passion Charge (LE, $19.00) is less pigmented, cooler (85% similar). Buxom Coral Confession (P, $22.00) is darker, cooler, less glossy (85% similar). Urban Decay Snitch (DC, $18.00) is lighter, less pigmented (85% similar). Marc Jacobs Beauty Roleplay (110) (DC, $30.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar). ColourPop Rise 'n' Shine (P, $7.00) is darker, more muted (85% similar). Cle de Peau Golden Coral (237) (P, $35.00) is lighter, cooler (80% similar). Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics Memento (DC, $17.00) is cooler, less glossy (80% similar). See comparison swatches / view dupes side-by-side.

Laura Mercier Amaretto Swirl Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm

Laura Mercier Amaretto Swirl Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm

Laura Mercier Amaretto Swirl Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm

Laura Mercier Amaretto Swirl Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm

Laura Mercier Amaretto Swirl Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm

Laura Mercier Amaretto Swirl Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm

Laura Mercier Amaretto Swirl Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm

Laura Mercier Juicy Papaya Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm

Laura Mercier Juicy Papaya Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm

Laura Mercier Juicy Papaya Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm

Laura Mercier Juicy Papaya Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm

Laura Mercier Juicy Papaya Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm

Laura Mercier Juicy Papaya Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm

Laura Mercier Juicy Papaya Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm

Laura Mercier Pink Grapefruit Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm

Laura Mercier Pink Grapefruit Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm

Laura Mercier Pink Grapefruit Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm

Laura Mercier Pink Grapefruit Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm

Laura Mercier Pink Grapefruit Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm

Laura Mercier Pink Grapefruit Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm

Laura Mercier Pink Grapefruit Lip Parfait Creamy Colourbalm