Temptalia In-depth makeup reviews with swatches and dupes, plus what you need to know about new product launches and tips on how to use your makeup! Mon, 20 Apr 2026 22:27:24 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Must-Haves that Stayed Favorites 2021 https://www.temptalia.com/must-haves-that-stayed-favorites-2021/ palette https://www.temptalia.com/must-haves-that-stayed-favorites-2021/#comments Sun, 02 Jan 2022 23:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=507144 2021 was a very utilitarian year for me, because it was the hardest year for me--I am fortunate enough that my hardest/worst year on-record is by no means that bad, it's just relative to what I've experienced thus far. Mellan, my heart-dog, passed away on January 12th, 2021, which set the tone for the year and dictated a lot of my beauty rituals and routines. I teared up frequently throughout the year over his passing, with some days being better than others, and there were even times where a week or two would go by with almost no tears at Continue Reading… ]]> Pat McGrath Bronze Seduction Mothership Eyeshadow Palette

2021 was a very utilitarian year for me, because it was the hardest year for me–I am fortunate enough that my hardest/worst year on-record is by no means that bad, it’s just relative to what I’ve experienced thus far. Mellan, my heart-dog, passed away on January 12th, 2021, which set the tone for the year and dictated a lot of my beauty rituals and routines.

I teared up frequently throughout the year over his passing, with some days being better than others, and there were even times where a week or two would go by with almost no tears at all (perhaps just a sob-fest randomly in the evening). Nonetheless, it’s taken me awhile to get to the point where I am more consistent about not tearing up significantly during the day.

As a result, in order to still test eye makeup, I applied everything noticeably above the upper lash line, leaving a very blank space between my upper lashes and where the eyeshadow began so that if I did tear up, I didn’t breakdown the makeup I was testing. This really made makeup functional but not that fun. It’s been many years since I really wore whatever I wanted without regard for what I needed to review, but I very, very rarely bothered to do makeup “just for me” in 2021.

A lot of the must-haves I discovered in 2020 didn’t actually end up getting incorporated or used much in 2021, so my 2021 list looks a lot like my 2020 list. Here’s hoping that 2022 might be a better year for me in makeup.

Keep in mind that these are products that I really enjoyed using enough to 1) remember they exist, 2) put them in a more accessible area, and 3) use again but in my world, using the same product more than a handful of times is a feat, so my threshold for “must-have” is by no means something I have to use everyday (not possible!).

You might want to check out the new must-haves I discovered in 2020 along with must-haves that remained favorites in 2020, which gives you an idea of how these all-time favorites have evolved. This post is a reflection of how those newer must-haves were incorporated into my routine in 2021 along with any my long-time must-haves as listed in 2020 continued to be used in 2021.  I’d love to hear about your own staple products in the past year and how that compared to prior year; what stood the test of yet another year?

Here are some things that changed:

I finally let go of some products, whether because I moved on or it felt like it was time to replace and I didn’t want to repurchase (because I do like playing with new things and have plenty of new and not-so-new-but-not-yet-old things to enjoy, too!). These included: Giorgio Armani Luce, Milk Makeup Blitzed, and Charlotte Tilbury Light (2).

Must-Haves that Stayed Favorites in 2021

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05. Raw Honey Melt Cosmetics

Melt Cosmetics

PPermanent. $39.00/0.24 oz.

A
Melt Cosmetics Raw Honey Digital Dust Duo Blush

Melt Cosmetics Raw Honey Digital Dust Duo Blush ($39.00 for 0.24 oz.) is a new, shimmering blush duo that featured a deeper, reddish-copper hue paired...

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10. Celestial Divinity Pat McGrath

Pat McGrath

LELimited Edition. $82.00/0.79 oz.

A
Pat McGrath Celestial Divinity Mega MTHRSHP Eyeshadow Palette

($78.00 for 0.684 oz.) is a new, limited edition mega-sized palette with 18 shades that they're between a dime and quarter in size and are most...

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17. Flesh Fatale Pat McGrath

Pat McGrath

PPermanent. $40.00/0.13 oz.

A-
Pat McGrath Flesh Fatale BlitzTrance Lipstick

Pat McGrath Flesh Fatale BlitzTrance Lipstick ($38.00 for 0.13 oz.) is a muted, reddish-copper with warm undertones and gold and pink pearl and larger...

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Pat McGrath Flesh Fatale BlitzTrance Lipstick ($38.00 for 0.13 oz.) is a muted, reddish-copper with warm undertones and gold and pink pearl and larger...

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23. Wattabrat Fenty Beauty

Fenty Beauty

PPermanent. $36.00/0.28 oz.

A-
Fenty Beauty Wattabrat Killawatt Freestyle Highlighter

Fenty Beauty Wattabrat Killawatt Freestyle Highlighter ($34.00 for 0.28 oz.) is a light-medium pink with subtle, warm undertones and flecks of silver...

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24. Lavendaring Pat McGrath

Pat McGrath

PPermanent. $30.00/0.15 oz.

A-
Pat McGrath Lavendaring OpuLUST Lip Gloss

Pat McGrath Lavendaring OpuLUST Lip Gloss ($30.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a muted, silvery lavender with subtle, cool undertones and flecks of lavender,...

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Pat McGrath Lavendaring OpuLUST Lip Gloss ($30.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a muted, silvery lavender with subtle, cool undertones and flecks of lavender,...

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25. Fenty Glow (Universal) Fenty Beauty

Fenty Beauty

PPermanent. $21.00/0.3 oz.

B+
Fenty Beauty Fenty Glow (Universal) Gloss Bomb Lip Luminizer

Fenty Beauty Universal Gloss Bomb Lip Luminizer ($18.00 for oz.) is a medium, rosy brown with warm undertones and fine gold and pink pearl. It had a...

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Fenty Beauty Universal Gloss Bomb Lip Luminizer ($18.00 for oz.) is a medium, rosy brown with warm undertones and fine gold and pink pearl. It had a...

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0
D
0
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0
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pigmentation
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texture
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longevity
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application
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pigmentation
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texture
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longevity
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Pat McGrath Bronze Seduction Mothership Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Bronze Seduction Mothership Eyeshadow Palette

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Pat McGrath Bronze Seduction Mothership Eyeshadow Palette

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Pat McGrath Bronze Seduction Mothership Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Bronze Seduction Mothership Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Bronze Seduction Mothership Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Bronze Seduction Mothership Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Bronze Seduction Mothership Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Bronze Seduction Mothership Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Bronze Seduction Mothership Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Bronze Seduction Mothership Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Bronze Seduction Mothership Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Bronze Seduction Mothership Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Bronze Seduction Mothership Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Bronze Seduction Mothership Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Bronze Seduction Mothership Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Bronze Seduction Mothership Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Bronze Seduction Mothership Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Bronze Seduction Mothership Eyeshadow Palette

Pat McGrath Bronze Seduction Mothership Eyeshadow Palette

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Every year, I like to go through my vanity drawers, which is where I keep some “everyday” kind of products; they’re a mix of cheek colors, lip products, and complexion products that I really love and let myself reach for occasionally (either to wear after testing new products for the day or to wear in a set of photos when a new product doesn’t work), and do a soft reset. This means taking some favorites from the past year and putting them into those vanity drawers, which also means taking some past favorites out of those drawers!

Here are the products that I’m making room for and making more accessible to reuse in 2022…

01.

01. Morganite 2.0 Auric

Auric

PPermanent. $45.00/1.13 oz.

A+
Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer ($45.00 for 1.13 oz.) is a light beige with soft, warm undertones and a fine, pearly sheen. It had a...

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04. Heavy Petal ColourPop

ColourPop

LELimited Edition. $7.00/0.0352 oz.

A
ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

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ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix ($7.00 for 0.0352 oz.) is a deep plum with subtle, cool undertones and a satin finish. It was richly pigmented with...

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09. Flesh 7 Pat McGrath

Pat McGrath

LELimited Edition. $36.00/0.08 oz.

A-
Pat McGrath Flesh 7 Divinyl Lip Shine

Pat McGrath Flesh 7 Divinyl Lip Shine ($36.00 for 0.08 oz.) is a medium-dark plum with subtle, warm undertones and warmer, lighter gold/copper pearl...

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Pat McGrath Flesh 7 Divinyl Lip Shine ($36.00 for 0.08 oz.) is a medium-dark plum with subtle, warm undertones and warmer, lighter gold/copper pearl...

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B
0
C
0
D
0
F
0
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Average
Glossover Averages
product
9.5
pigmentation
10
texture
9.5
longevity
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application
5
Total
95%
product
9.5
pigmentation
10
texture
9.5
longevity
9
application
5
Total
95%
Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

Auric Morganite 2.0 Glow Lust Radiant Luminizer

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Urban Decay Vice Hydrating Lipstick

Urban Decay Vice Hydrating Lipstick
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ColourPop Glossy Lip Stain

ColourPop Glossy Lip Stain
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YSL The Slim Velvet Radical Matte Lipstick

YSL The Slim Velvet Radical Matte Lipstick
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MAC Shadeshifter Duochrome Eyeshadow

MAC Shadeshifter Duochrome Eyeshadow
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Rose Inc Blush Divine Clean Dewy Cream Blush

Rose Inc Blush Divine Clean Dewy Cream Blush
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Natasha Denona Puff Paint Liquid Blush Serum

Natasha Denona Puff Paint Liquid Blush Serum
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Huda Beauty GloWish Soft Radiance Bronzing Powder

Huda Beauty GloWish Soft Radiance Bronzing Powder
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Sephora 12-Hour Contour Eyeliner Pencil (2021)

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Dior Forever Couture Luminizer

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Lisa Eldridge Liquid Lurex Eyeshadow

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MAC Love Me Liquid Lipcolour

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Lethal Cosmetics Magnetic Pressed Highlighter

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Dior Dior Forever Natural Bronze

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Pat McGrath Divine Blush

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Phytosurgence Spectral Shine Radiance Balm

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]]> https://www.temptalia.com/best-new-makeup-formulas-2021/feed/ 3 Lipsticks (Over $15) | 2021 Editor's Favorites https://www.temptalia.com/lipsticks-over-15-2021-editors-favorites/ product https://www.temptalia.com/lipsticks-over-15-2021-editors-favorites/#comments Sun, 02 Jan 2022 17:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=507141 Year after year, this is one of the more difficult lists to put together, because there are so many mid-end and high-end lipsticks that I test each year. In 2021, I managed to post reviews for 590 lipsticks (over $15). I'm impressed with myself that I managed to keep the list to 31 standout shades! If you’re unfamiliar with how I like to do my year-end favorites, here’s the low down: I pull from the products I reviewed in 2021, regardless of whether they were new, limited edition, or an established range I’ve only just gotten around to reviewing. These Continue Reading… ]]> Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Year after year, this is one of the more difficult lists to put together, because there are so many mid-end and high-end lipsticks that I test each year. In 2021, I managed to post reviews for 590 lipsticks (over $15). I’m impressed with myself that I managed to keep the list to 31 standout shades!

If you’re unfamiliar with how I like to do my year-end favorites, here’s the low down: I pull from the products I reviewed in 2021, regardless of whether they were new, limited edition, or an established range I’ve only just gotten around to reviewing. These are personal favorites, so they may or may not be the highest rated products reviewed during the year (though they will tend to be better rated, naturally!). (You can check out the best of 2020 posts if you missed last year’s.)

Temptalia’s Favorite Lipsticks (Over $15) | 2021

03.

03. Fatal Carmin (309) YSL

YSL

PPermanent. $45.00/0.08 oz.

A+
YSL Fatal Carmin (309) The Slim Velvet Radical Matte Lipstick

YSL Fatal Carmin (309) The Slim Velvet Radical Matte Lipstick ($39.00 for 0.08 oz.) is a deep red with subtle, cool undertones and a satin finish. It...

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YSL Fatal Carmin (309) The Slim Velvet Radical Matte Lipstick ($39.00 for 0.08 oz.) is a deep red with subtle, cool undertones and a satin finish. It...

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04.

04. Rouge Paradoxe (21) YSL

YSL

PPermanent. $45.00/0.08 oz.

A+
YSL Rouge Paradoxe (21) The Slim Velvet Radical Matte Lipstick

YSL Rouge Paradoxe (21) The Slim Velvet Radical Matte Lipstick ($39.00 for 0.08 oz.) is a medium red with neutral-to-cool undertones and a matte...

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YSL Rouge Paradoxe (21) The Slim Velvet Radical Matte Lipstick ($39.00 for 0.08 oz.) is a medium red with neutral-to-cool undertones and a matte...

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16.

16. Velvet Petal Lisa Eldridge

Lisa Eldridge

PPermanent. $36.00/0.12 oz.

A
Lisa Eldridge Velvet Petal True Velvet Lipstick Colour

Lisa Eldridge Velvet Petal True Velvet Lipstick Colour ($36.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a deep, rosy mauve with subtle, warm undertones and a soft matte...

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Lisa Eldridge Velvet Petal True Velvet Lipstick Colour ($36.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a deep, rosy mauve with subtle, warm undertones and a soft matte...

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19.

19. Nu Incongru (12) YSL

YSL

PPermanent. $39.00/0.08 oz.

A
YSL Nu Incongru (12) Rouge Pur Couture The Slim Matte Lipstick

YSL Nu Incongru (12) Rouge Pur Couture The Slim Matte Lipstick ($39.00 for 0.08 oz.) is a dark pink with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish....

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YSL Nu Incongru (12) Rouge Pur Couture The Slim Matte Lipstick ($39.00 for 0.08 oz.) is a dark pink with moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish....

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31.

31. Flesh 7 Pat McGrath

Pat McGrath

LELimited Edition. $36.00/0.08 oz.

A-
Pat McGrath Flesh 7 Divinyl Lip Shine

Pat McGrath Flesh 7 Divinyl Lip Shine ($36.00 for 0.08 oz.) is a medium-dark plum with subtle, warm undertones and warmer, lighter gold/copper pearl...

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Pat McGrath Flesh 7 Divinyl Lip Shine ($36.00 for 0.08 oz.) is a medium-dark plum with subtle, warm undertones and warmer, lighter gold/copper pearl...

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Glossover Breakdown
A
31
B
0
C
0
D
0
F
0
96%
Average
Glossover Averages
product
9.5
pigmentation
10
texture
9.5
longevity
9.5
application
5
Total
96%
product
9.5
pigmentation
10
texture
9.5
longevity
9.5
application
5
Total
96%

Your Year in Review: Lipstick Edition

I thought it would be interesting to read through how readers used products throughout the year, what favorites emerged, what products fell by the wayside… so, if you want to join in, copy and paste the questions below and add your answers via a comment!

Feel free to break it down by price (over $15) if that makes sense to you since there was also an under $15 lipstick post previously.

  • What was your most used lipstick? Least used?
  • Will you repurchase it or will you look for something new?
  • Was lipstick a big part of your routine in 2021?
Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

Laura Mercier Rose Vif Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick

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With 98 budget-friendly lipsticks reviewed in the past year, I whittled my list of favorites to 12. Here they are!

If you’re unfamiliar with how I like to do my year-end favorites, here’s the low down: I pull from the products I reviewed in 2021, regardless of whether they were new, limited edition, or an established range I’ve only just gotten around to reviewing. These are personal favorites, so they may or may not be the highest rated products reviewed during the year (though they will tend to be better rated, naturally!). (You can check out the best of 2020 posts if you missed last year’s.)

Temptalia’s Favorite Lipsticks (Under $15) | 2021

01.

01. Girl Gang ColourPop

ColourPop

LELimited Edition. $7.00/0.0352 oz.

A
ColourPop Girl Gang Lippie Stix

ColourPop Girl Gang Lippie Stix ($7.00 for 0.0352 oz.) is a medium-dark, rosy-brown with subtle, warm undertones and a cream finish. It had opaque...

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ColourPop Girl Gang Lippie Stix ($7.00 for 0.0352 oz.) is a medium-dark, rosy-brown with subtle, warm undertones and a cream finish. It had opaque...

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02.

02. Cancer (92) Sephora

Sephora

LELimited Edition. $8.00/0.14 oz.

A
Sephora Cancer (92) Lipstories Lipstick

Sephora Cancer (92) Lipstories Lipstick ($8.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a bright, medium-dark raspberry pink with subtle, cool undertones and a cream finish....

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Sephora Cancer (92) Lipstories Lipstick ($8.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a bright, medium-dark raspberry pink with subtle, cool undertones and a cream finish....

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03.

03. Leo (93) Sephora

Sephora

LELimited Edition. $8.00/0.14 oz.

A
Sephora Leo (93) Lipstories Lipstick

Sephora Leo (93) Lipstories Lipstick ($8.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a deep berry with cool undertones and a satin finish. The texture felt smooth, more...

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Sephora Leo (93) Lipstories Lipstick ($8.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a deep berry with cool undertones and a satin finish. The texture felt smooth, more...

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04.

04. Heavy Petal ColourPop

ColourPop

LELimited Edition. $7.00/0.0352 oz.

A
ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix ($7.00 for 0.0352 oz.) is a deep plum with subtle, cool undertones and a satin finish. It was richly pigmented with...

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ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix ($7.00 for 0.0352 oz.) is a deep plum with subtle, cool undertones and a satin finish. It was richly pigmented with...

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05.

05. Sweet Stuff ColourPop

ColourPop

LELimited Edition. $7.00/0.0352 oz.

A
ColourPop Sweet Stuff Lippie Stix

ColourPop Sweet Stuff Lippie Stix ($7.00 for 0.0352 oz.) is a medium purple with warmer, pink undertones anda matte finish. It had opaque...

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ColourPop Sweet Stuff Lippie Stix ($7.00 for 0.0352 oz.) is a medium purple with warmer, pink undertones anda matte finish. It had opaque...

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06.

06. Jack Skellington ColourPop

ColourPop

LELimited Edition. $10.00/0.12 oz.

A
ColourPop Jack Skellington Lux Lipstick

ColourPop Jack Skellington Lux Lipstick ($7.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a deep, ruby red with strong, cool blue undertones and a satin finish. It had nearly...

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ColourPop Jack Skellington Lux Lipstick ($7.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a deep, ruby red with strong, cool blue undertones and a satin finish. It had nearly...

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07.

07. Best Intentions ColourPop

ColourPop

LELimited Edition. $7.00/0.0352 oz.

A
ColourPop Best Intentions Lippie Stix

ColourPop Best Intentions Lippie Stix ($7.00 for 0.0352 oz.) is a medium-dark, reddish-plum wiht moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish. The...

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ColourPop Best Intentions Lippie Stix ($7.00 for 0.0352 oz.) is a medium-dark, reddish-plum wiht moderate, warm undertones and a matte finish. The...

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08.

08. Libra (95) Sephora

Sephora

LELimited Edition. $8.00/0.14 oz.

A
Sephora Libra (95) Lipstories Lipstick

Sephora Libra (95) Lipstories Lipstick ($8.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a medium-dark, plummy-brown base with flecks of copper and gold pearl throughout. The...

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Sephora Libra (95) Lipstories Lipstick ($8.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a medium-dark, plummy-brown base with flecks of copper and gold pearl throughout. The...

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09.

09. Dreamsicle ColourPop

ColourPop

LELimited Edition. $7.00/0.0352 oz.

A-
ColourPop Dreamsicle Lippie Stix

ColourPop Dreamsicle Lippie Stix ($7.00 for 0.0352 oz.) is a muted, medium pink with subtle, warm undertones and a lightly glossy, cream finish. It...

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ColourPop Dreamsicle Lippie Stix ($7.00 for 0.0352 oz.) is a muted, medium pink with subtle, warm undertones and a lightly glossy, cream finish. It...

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10.

10. Fighter Propa Beauty

Propa Beauty

PPermanent. $12.00/0.12 oz.

A-
Propa Beauty Fighter Luminous Satin Lipstick

Propa Beauty Fighter Luminous Satin Lipstick ($12.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a muted, medium-dark brown with subtle, warm undertones and a luminous sheen. It...

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Propa Beauty Fighter Luminous Satin Lipstick ($12.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a muted, medium-dark brown with subtle, warm undertones and a luminous sheen. It...

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11.

11. Dancing Lady ColourPop

ColourPop

LELimited Edition. $7.00/0.0352 oz.

A-
ColourPop Dancing Lady Lippie Stix

ColourPop Dancing Lady Lippie Stix ($7.00 for 0.0352 oz.) is a rich, red burgundy with strong, cool undertones and a flat, matte finish. It had mostly...

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ColourPop Dancing Lady Lippie Stix ($7.00 for 0.0352 oz.) is a rich, red burgundy with strong, cool undertones and a flat, matte finish. It had mostly...

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12.

12. Pisces (88) Sephora

Sephora

LELimited Edition. $8.00/0.14 oz.

B+
Sephora Pisces (88) Lipstories Lipstick

Sephora Pisces (88) Lipstories Lipstick ($8.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a medium-dark pink-coral with subtle, warm undertones and a lightly glossy, cream...

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Sephora Pisces (88) Lipstories Lipstick ($8.00 for 0.14 oz.) is a medium-dark pink-coral with subtle, warm undertones and a lightly glossy, cream...

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Glossover Breakdown
A
11
B
1
C
0
D
0
F
0
94%
Average
Glossover Averages
product
9
pigmentation
9.5
texture
9
longevity
9.5
application
5
Total
94%
product
9
pigmentation
9.5
texture
9
longevity
9.5
application
5
Total
94%

Your Year in Review: Lipstick Edition

I thought it would be interesting to read through how readers used products throughout the year, what favorites emerged, what products fell by the wayside… so, if you want to join in, copy and paste the questions below and add your answers via a comment!

Feel free to break it down by price (under $15) if that makes sense to you since there is an over $15 post coming shortly.

  • What was your most used lipstick? Least used?
  • Will you repurchase it or will you look for something new?
  • Was lipstick a big part of your routine in 2021?
ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

ColourPop Heavy Petal Lippie Stix

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]]> https://www.temptalia.com/lipsticks-under-15-2021-editors-favorites/feed/ 3 Liquid Lipsticks | 2021 Editor's Favorites https://www.temptalia.com/liquid-lipsticks-2021-editors-favorites/ product https://www.temptalia.com/liquid-lipsticks-2021-editors-favorites/#comments Sat, 01 Jan 2022 22:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=507139 With just under 90 shades reviewed this year, there was some variety to choose from, but definitely not a standout year for liquid lipsticks, especially matte ones! If you’re unfamiliar with how I like to do my year-end favorites, here’s the low down: I pull from the products I reviewed in 2021, regardless of whether they were new, limited edition, or an established range I’ve only just gotten around to reviewing. These are personal favorites, so they may or may not be the highest rated products reviewed during the year (though they will tend to be better rated, naturally!). (You Continue Reading… ]]> ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

With just under 90 shades reviewed this year, there was some variety to choose from, but definitely not a standout year for liquid lipsticks, especially matte ones!

If you’re unfamiliar with how I like to do my year-end favorites, here’s the low down: I pull from the products I reviewed in 2021, regardless of whether they were new, limited edition, or an established range I’ve only just gotten around to reviewing. These are personal favorites, so they may or may not be the highest rated products reviewed during the year (though they will tend to be better rated, naturally!). (You can check out the best of 2020 posts if you missed last year’s.)

Temptalia’s Favorite Liquid Lipsticks | 2021

03.

03. Flesh 3 Pat McGrath

Pat McGrath

PPermanent. $30.00/0.17 oz.

A
Pat McGrath Flesh 3 LiquiLUST Matte Lipstick

Pat McGrath Flesh 3 LiquiLUST Matte Lipstick ($30.00 for 0.17 oz.) is a deep, reddish-brown with subtle, warm undertones and a flat, matte finish. It...

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Pat McGrath Flesh 3 LiquiLUST Matte Lipstick ($30.00 for 0.17 oz.) is a deep, reddish-brown with subtle, warm undertones and a flat, matte finish. It...

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10.

10. Let's Vogue ColourPop

ColourPop

PPermanent. $8.00/0.24 oz.

A
ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème ($8.00 for 0.24 oz.) is a bright, medium red with cool undertones and a cream finish. It had nearly opaque...

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ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème ($8.00 for 0.24 oz.) is a bright, medium red with cool undertones and a cream finish. It had nearly opaque...

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13.

13. Alt Rock ColourPop

ColourPop

PPermanent. $8.00/0.24 oz.

A-
ColourPop Alt Rock Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Alt Rock Fresh Kiss Lip Crème ($8.00 for 0.24 oz.) is a rich, deeper plum with subtle, cool undertones and a cream finish. It had opaque...

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ColourPop Alt Rock Fresh Kiss Lip Crème ($8.00 for 0.24 oz.) is a rich, deeper plum with subtle, cool undertones and a cream finish. It had opaque...

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14.

14. Tried and True ColourPop

ColourPop

LELimited Edition. $9.00/0.17 oz.

A-
ColourPop Tried and True Lux Liquid Lip

ColourPop Tried and True Lux Liquid Lip ($8.00 for 0.17 oz.) is a medium, coppery-brown with warmer, more orange undertones and a satin sheen. The...

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ColourPop Tried and True Lux Liquid Lip ($8.00 for 0.17 oz.) is a medium, coppery-brown with warmer, more orange undertones and a satin sheen. The...

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16.

16. Page Me ColourPop

ColourPop

PPermanent. $8.00/0.24 oz.

A-
ColourPop Page Me Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Page Me Fresh Kiss Lip Crème ($8.00 for 0.24 oz.) is a medium-dark, reddish-plum with subtle, warm undertones and a cream finish. It had...

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ColourPop Page Me Fresh Kiss Lip Crème ($8.00 for 0.24 oz.) is a medium-dark, reddish-plum with subtle, warm undertones and a cream finish. It had...

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Glossover Breakdown
A
16
B
1
C
0
D
0
F
0
93%
Average
Glossover Averages
product
9.5
pigmentation
9.5
texture
9.5
longevity
8.5
application
5
Total
93%
product
9.5
pigmentation
9.5
texture
9.5
longevity
8.5
application
5
Total
93%

Your Year in Review: Liquid Lipstick Edition

I thought it would be interesting to read through how readers used products throughout the year, what favorites emerged, what products fell by the wayside… so, if you want to join in, copy and paste the questions below and add your answers via a comment!

  • What was your most used liquid lipstick? Least used?
  • Will you repurchase it or will you look for something new?
  • Was liquid lipstick a big part of your routine in 2021?
ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

ColourPop Let's Vogue Fresh Kiss Lip Crème

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]]> https://www.temptalia.com/liquid-lipsticks-2021-editors-favorites/feed/ 5 Pigmented Lipglosses | 2021 Editor's Favorites https://www.temptalia.com/pigmented-lipglosses-2021-editors-favorites/ product https://www.temptalia.com/pigmented-lipglosses-2021-editors-favorites/#comments Sat, 01 Jan 2022 21:00:00 +0000 Christine https://www.temptalia.com/?p=507138 Next up, my favorite more pigmented glosses from what I reviewed this past year (just over 70 shades in total for gloss). This is another short 'n' sweet list of top picks! If you’re unfamiliar with how I like to do my year-end favorites, here’s the low down: I pull from the products I reviewed in 2021, regardless of whether they were new, limited edition, or an established range I’ve only just gotten around to reviewing. These are personal favorites, so they may or may not be the highest rated products reviewed during the year (though they will tend to Continue Reading… ]]> ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

Next up, my favorite more pigmented glosses from what I reviewed this past year (just over 70 shades in total for gloss). This is another short ‘n’ sweet list of top picks!

If you’re unfamiliar with how I like to do my year-end favorites, here’s the low down: I pull from the products I reviewed in 2021, regardless of whether they were new, limited edition, or an established range I’ve only just gotten around to reviewing. These are personal favorites, so they may or may not be the highest rated products reviewed during the year (though they will tend to be better rated, naturally!). (You can check out the best of 2020 posts if you missed last year’s.)

Temptalia’s Favorite Pigmented Lipglosses | 2021

01.

01. On the Ritz ColourPop

ColourPop

PPermanent. $10.00/0.21 oz.

A
ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer ($8.00 for 0.21 oz.) is a brighter, pinky-plum with cool undertones and a glossy, cream finish. It had...

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ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer ($8.00 for 0.21 oz.) is a brighter, pinky-plum with cool undertones and a glossy, cream finish. It had...

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02.

02. Berry Ripe ColourPop

ColourPop

PPermanent. $8.00/0.21 oz.

A
ColourPop Berry Ripe Glossy Lip Stain

ColourPop Berry Ripe Glossy Lip Stain ($8.00 for 0.21 oz.) is a rich, medium-dark berry with cool undertones and a soft, glossy sheen. It had...

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ColourPop Berry Ripe Glossy Lip Stain ($8.00 for 0.21 oz.) is a rich, medium-dark berry with cool undertones and a soft, glossy sheen. It had...

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03.

03. Scotch Kiss ColourPop

ColourPop

PPermanent. $10.00/0.21 oz.

A
ColourPop Scotch Kiss Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop Scotch Kiss Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer ($8.00 for 0.21 oz.) is a brighter, berry pink with cool, blue undertones and a glossy, cream finish. It...

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ColourPop Scotch Kiss Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer ($8.00 for 0.21 oz.) is a brighter, berry pink with cool, blue undertones and a glossy, cream finish. It...

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04.

04. Big Apple ColourPop

ColourPop

PPermanent. $8.00/0.21 oz.

A
ColourPop Big Apple Glossy Lip Stain

ColourPop Big Apple Glossy Lip Stain ($8.00 for 0.21 oz.) is a bright, coral-red with warm undertones and a glossy finish. It had medium, buildable...

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ColourPop Big Apple Glossy Lip Stain ($8.00 for 0.21 oz.) is a bright, coral-red with warm undertones and a glossy finish. It had medium, buildable...

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05.

05. Cinnabar Lisa Eldridge

Lisa Eldridge

PPermanent. $25.00/0.15 oz.

A
Lisa Eldridge Cinnabar Gloss Embrace Lip Gloss

Lisa Eldridge Cinnabar Gloss Embrace Lip Gloss ($25.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a deep, reddish-copper with a more muted quality to it paired with a...

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Lisa Eldridge Cinnabar Gloss Embrace Lip Gloss ($25.00 for 0.15 oz.) is a deep, reddish-copper with a more muted quality to it paired with a...

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06.

06. Cabaret ColourPop

ColourPop

PPermanent. $10.00/0.21 oz.

A-
ColourPop Cabaret Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop Cabaret Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer ($8.00 for 0.21 oz.) is a brighter, reddish-plum with strong, warm undertones and a glossy, cream finish. It...

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ColourPop Cabaret Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer ($8.00 for 0.21 oz.) is a brighter, reddish-plum with strong, warm undertones and a glossy, cream finish. It...

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Glossover Breakdown
A
6
B
0
C
0
D
0
F
0
94%
Average
Glossover Averages
product
9.5
pigmentation
9.5
texture
9.5
longevity
9.5
application
5
Total
94%
product
9.5
pigmentation
9.5
texture
9.5
longevity
9.5
application
5
Total
94%

Your Year in Review: Lipgloss Edition

I thought it would be interesting to read through how readers used products throughout the year, what favorites emerged, what products fell by the wayside… so, if you want to join in, copy and paste the questions below and add your answers via a comment!

  • What was your most used lipgloss? Least used?
  • Will you repurchase it or will you look for something new?
  • Was lipgloss a big part of your routine in 2021?
ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

ColourPop On the Ritz Fresh Kiss Lip Lacquer

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2021 was definitely not the year of lipgloss! I reviewed around 70 glosses in total, so here’s a short ‘n’ sweet list of some of my sheerer favorites! I’ve split them into sheer/pigmented favorites because I find that’s how I categorize or look for a gloss. Sometimes I want something quite pigmented, and other times, I want a sheerer effect, whether to put on top of a lipstick or as a grab-and-go shade.

If you’re unfamiliar with how I like to do my year-end favorites, here’s the low down: I pull from the products I reviewed in 2021, regardless of whether they were new, limited edition, or an established range I’ve only just gotten around to reviewing. These are personal favorites, so they may or may not be the highest rated products reviewed during the year (though they will tend to be better rated, naturally!). (You can check out the best of 2020 posts if you missed last year’s.)

Temptalia’s Favorite Sheer Lipglosses | 2021

01.

01. Sippy Sippy ColourPop

ColourPop

LELimited Edition. $8.00/0.16 oz.

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ColourPop Sippy Sippy Lux Gloss

ColourPop Sippy Sippy Lux Gloss ($8.00 for 0.16 oz.) has a subtly, copper-tinted base with flecks of gold and copper sparkle throughout paired with a...

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ColourPop Sippy Sippy Lux Gloss ($8.00 for 0.16 oz.) has a subtly, copper-tinted base with flecks of gold and copper sparkle throughout paired with a...

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02.

02. Nearly Neutral Rare Beauty

Rare Beauty

PPermanent. $18.00/0.12 oz.

A-
Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm ($18.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a muted, light-medium caramel brown with moderate, warmer...

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Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm ($18.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a muted, light-medium caramel brown with moderate, warmer...

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03.

03. Nearly Rose Rare Beauty

Rare Beauty

PPermanent. $18.00/0.12 oz.

A-
Rare Beauty Nearly Rose Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Rose Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm ($18.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a medium pink with subtle, warmer undertones and a jelly-like finish....

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Rare Beauty Nearly Rose Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm ($18.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a medium pink with subtle, warmer undertones and a jelly-like finish....

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Side-by-Side Swatches
Glossover Breakdown
A
6
B
1
C
0
D
0
F
0
91%
Average
Glossover Averages
product
9.5
pigmentation
9
texture
9.5
longevity
8
application
5
Total
91%
product
9.5
pigmentation
9
texture
9.5
longevity
8
application
5
Total
91%

Your Year in Review: Lipgloss Edition

I thought it would be interesting to read through how readers used products throughout the year, what favorites emerged, what products fell by the wayside… so, if you want to join in, copy and paste the questions below and add your answers via a comment!

  • What was your most used lipgloss? Least used?
  • Will you repurchase it or will you look for something new?
  • Was lipgloss a big part of your routine in 2021?
Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

Rare Beauty Nearly Neutral Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm

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