Tom Ford Nicholas, Ryan, Inigo, Jon, Elliot Lips & Boys Lip Colors Reviews, Photos, Swatches
Nicholas
Tom Ford Nicholas Lips & Boys Lip Color ($36.00 for 0.07 oz.) is a very deep red–almost burgundy–with a semi-matte finish. This shade was one of the most matte finishes in the line-up. It had mostly opaque coverage with a firmer texture, but it did not drag or pull on the lips–it was just creamy enough not to do so. The color was still going strong after six hours of wear, and it left behind a strong stain. The formula was neither drying nor hydrating to me.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Hourglass You Inspire (LE, $34.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (95% similar).
- MAC Talk That Talk (LE, $19.00) is darker (95% similar).
- Tarte Soul (LE, $20.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Givenchy Pourpre Defile (P, $37.00) is lighter (95% similar).
- Sephora Super Bold (13) (P, $15.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- Tarte Berry Mojito (P, $21.00) is warmer, glossier (90% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Fetishist (P, $55.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Raw Footage (P, $25.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- ColourPop Bam (LE, $7.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath 35MM (DC, $40.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$36.00/0.07 oz. - $514.29 Per Ounce
The Lips & Boys Lip Color formula is not different from the full-sized Lip Color range; they offer a travel-sized version (which is actually cheaper by the ounce: $36.00/0.07 oz. or $514.29/oz. compared to the full-size at $54.00/0.10 oz. or $540.00/oz. The formula is supposed to have an "ultra-creamy texture" and "pure color" with a "balance of luminosity." The range has a fair amount of variation as the finishes differ (matte to metallic), so coverage can be medium to full with some shades applying well and others decently. The wear was anywhere from three hours to over six hours. In general, the formula has a creamy texture that's easy to work with, comfortable to wear, and is lightly to moderately hydrating. They have a vanilla scent but no discernible taste.
Browse all of our Tom Ford Beauty Lips & Boys Lip Color swatches.
Ingredients
CASTOR OIL, DI-ISOSTEARYL MALATE, TRI-OCTYLDODECYL EXEMPLARY TRAY AGENT, CAPRYLIC / CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, LANOLIN OIL, CANDELILLA WAX, OZOKERITE, OCTYLDODECANOL, SILICA, BIS DI-GLYCERYL POLY ADIPATE ACYL-2, HYDRO JENEYI SUITED POLYDECENE, POLYETHYLENE, MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX, FRAGRANCE, TOCOPHEROL, SQUALANE, WHEAT GERM EXTRACT, SOYBEAN EXTRACT, BARLEY EXTRACT, COCONUT SEED BUTTER, CHAMOMILE FLOWER OIL, SHEA BUTTER , CHOLESTEROL AND CERAMIDE 3, ACRYLATE COPOLYMERS, LINOLEIC LAKE ACID, A TREE IN TOK CHICAGO FRILLS REEL SILANE, CALCIUM, SODIUM BEAM WITH SILICATE, CALCIUM ALUMINUM BEAM SILICATE, SYNTHETIC FLUORINATED SAMPLE LOGO GRAPHITE, POLYETHYLENE TEREPHTHALATE, BARIUM SULFATE, ALUMINA, VANILLIN, [+/- MICA, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, RED IRON OXIDE, YELLOW IRON OXIDE, BLACK IRON OXIDE, BLUE NO. 1 LAKE, CARMINE, COPPER POWDER, RED NO. 201, RED 104 ARC (1) LAKE, LAKE RED NO. 202, RED NO. 226 LAKE, LAKE RED LAKE NO. 227, YELLOW NO. 4 LAKE, YELLOW NO. 5] (ILN40122)
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.
Nicholas
PPermanent. $36.00.
You’ll want to keep on reading for the rest of the reviews! 🙂
Ryan
Tom Ford Ryan Lips & Boys Lip Color ($36.00 for 0.07 oz.) is a medium-dark, reddish plum with warm red and copper pearl. It had semi-opaque color coverage, which applied fairly evenly and didn’t sink into lip lines quite as noticeably as some of the other shades in the post–but it wasn’t perfect by any means. The texture had some slip, which gave it a glossier finish but also made it more prone to settling. This shade wore for four and a half hours and was moisturizing.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Tom Ford Beauty Kyra (LE, $36.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Love Train (P, $40.00) is darker (90% similar).
- Laura Mercier Tutti Frutti (P, $25.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Revlon Plumalicious (P, $8.49) is lighter (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Outspoken (LE, $18.00) is lighter (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Flesh 7 (LE, $36.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Estee Lauder Hot Kiss (P, $32.00) is lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Party Line (P, $19.00) is brighter (85% similar).
- Urban Decay Fast Talk (DC, $18.00) is more shimmery, lighter (85% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Jordan (LE, $36.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$36.00/0.07 oz. - $514.29 Per Ounce
The Lips & Boys Lip Color formula is not different from the full-sized Lip Color range; they offer a travel-sized version (which is actually cheaper by the ounce: $36.00/0.07 oz. or $514.29/oz. compared to the full-size at $54.00/0.10 oz. or $540.00/oz. The formula is supposed to have an "ultra-creamy texture" and "pure color" with a "balance of luminosity." The range has a fair amount of variation as the finishes differ (matte to metallic), so coverage can be medium to full with some shades applying well and others decently. The wear was anywhere from three hours to over six hours. In general, the formula has a creamy texture that's easy to work with, comfortable to wear, and is lightly to moderately hydrating. They have a vanilla scent but no discernible taste.
Browse all of our Tom Ford Beauty Lips & Boys Lip Color swatches.
Ingredients
CASTOR OIL, DI-ISOSTEARYL MALATE, TRI-OCTYLDODECYL EXEMPLARY TRAY AGENT, CAPRYLIC / CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, LANOLIN OIL, CANDELILLA WAX, OZOKERITE, OCTYLDODECANOL, SILICA, BIS DI-GLYCERYL POLY ADIPATE ACYL-2, HYDRO JENEYI SUITED POLYDECENE, POLYETHYLENE, MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX, FRAGRANCE, TOCOPHEROL, SQUALANE, WHEAT GERM EXTRACT, SOYBEAN EXTRACT, BARLEY EXTRACT, COCONUT SEED BUTTER, CHAMOMILE FLOWER OIL, SHEA BUTTER , CHOLESTEROL AND CERAMIDE 3, ACRYLATE COPOLYMERS, LINOLEIC LAKE ACID, A TREE IN TOK CHICAGO FRILLS REEL SILANE, CALCIUM, SODIUM BEAM WITH SILICATE, CALCIUM ALUMINUM BEAM SILICATE, SYNTHETIC FLUORINATED SAMPLE LOGO GRAPHITE, POLYETHYLENE TEREPHTHALATE, BARIUM SULFATE, ALUMINA, VANILLIN, [+/- MICA, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, RED IRON OXIDE, YELLOW IRON OXIDE, BLACK IRON OXIDE, BLUE NO. 1 LAKE, CARMINE, COPPER POWDER, RED NO. 201, RED 104 ARC (1) LAKE, LAKE RED NO. 202, RED NO. 226 LAKE, LAKE RED LAKE NO. 227, YELLOW NO. 4 LAKE, YELLOW NO. 5] (ILN40122)
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.
Ryan
PPermanent. $36.00.
Inigo
Tom Ford Inigo Lips & Boys Lip Color ($36.00 for 0.07 oz.) is a deep plum with subtle, cool undertones and a natural sheen. It had semi-opaque pigmentation with a moderately emollient consistency–this color was one of the more slippery shades within the newer shades, so if you’re prone to feathering/bleeding lip color, this is one you might pair with a liner or skip. I did not experience either myself, though. The texture seemed to cause a lot more color to gather in my lip lines as well. The color lasted for five hours and left a stain behind, while the formula felt hydrating.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Tom Ford Beauty Liev (LE, $36.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Revlon Black Cherry (P, $8.49) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- MAC Jasper (LE, $19.00) is cooler (95% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Black Orchid (LE, $57.00) is less shimmery, darker (95% similar).
- Urban Decay Shame (DC, $22.00) is less shimmery, darker (90% similar).
- NYX Biker Babe (P, $7.50) is more shimmery, lighter, less glossy (90% similar).
- NARS Ingrid (P, $34.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Estee Lauder Plum Bite (P, $32.00) is less shimmery, lighter (90% similar).
- Hourglass You Inspire (LE, $34.00) is less shimmery, lighter, cooler (90% similar).
- Makeup Geek Acoustic (P, $15.00) is darker (90% similar).
Formula Overview
$36.00/0.07 oz. - $514.29 Per Ounce
The Lips & Boys Lip Color formula is not different from the full-sized Lip Color range; they offer a travel-sized version (which is actually cheaper by the ounce: $36.00/0.07 oz. or $514.29/oz. compared to the full-size at $54.00/0.10 oz. or $540.00/oz. The formula is supposed to have an "ultra-creamy texture" and "pure color" with a "balance of luminosity." The range has a fair amount of variation as the finishes differ (matte to metallic), so coverage can be medium to full with some shades applying well and others decently. The wear was anywhere from three hours to over six hours. In general, the formula has a creamy texture that's easy to work with, comfortable to wear, and is lightly to moderately hydrating. They have a vanilla scent but no discernible taste.
Browse all of our Tom Ford Beauty Lips & Boys Lip Color swatches.
Ingredients
CASTOR OIL, DI-ISOSTEARYL MALATE, TRI-OCTYLDODECYL EXEMPLARY TRAY AGENT, CAPRYLIC / CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, LANOLIN OIL, CANDELILLA WAX, OZOKERITE, OCTYLDODECANOL, SILICA, BIS DI-GLYCERYL POLY ADIPATE ACYL-2, HYDRO JENEYI SUITED POLYDECENE, POLYETHYLENE, MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX, FRAGRANCE, TOCOPHEROL, SQUALANE, WHEAT GERM EXTRACT, SOYBEAN EXTRACT, BARLEY EXTRACT, COCONUT SEED BUTTER, CHAMOMILE FLOWER OIL, SHEA BUTTER , CHOLESTEROL AND CERAMIDE 3, ACRYLATE COPOLYMERS, LINOLEIC LAKE ACID, A TREE IN TOK CHICAGO FRILLS REEL SILANE, CALCIUM, SODIUM BEAM WITH SILICATE, CALCIUM ALUMINUM BEAM SILICATE, SYNTHETIC FLUORINATED SAMPLE LOGO GRAPHITE, POLYETHYLENE TEREPHTHALATE, BARIUM SULFATE, ALUMINA, VANILLIN, [+/- MICA, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, RED IRON OXIDE, YELLOW IRON OXIDE, BLACK IRON OXIDE, BLUE NO. 1 LAKE, CARMINE, COPPER POWDER, RED NO. 201, RED 104 ARC (1) LAKE, LAKE RED NO. 202, RED NO. 226 LAKE, LAKE RED LAKE NO. 227, YELLOW NO. 4 LAKE, YELLOW NO. 5] (ILN40122)
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.
Inigo
PPermanent. $36.00.
Jon
Tom Ford Jon Lips & Boys Lip Color ($36.00 for 0.07 oz.) is a deep, purpled burgundy with cooler undertones and multi-colored pearl. It had semi-opaque pigmentation with a moderately emollient consistency, which had a noticeable slip and did not stay in place as well as other shades. I had some streaking with some color settled into my lip lines. The color wore for five hours and was comfortable to wear, but the color continued to gather in my lip lines, so it looked worse over time.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Urban Decay Mirana (LE, $18.00) is less shimmery, less glossy (95% similar).
- Makeup Geek Acoustic (P, $15.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Jasper (LE, $19.00) is lighter, brighter (90% similar).
- Estee Lauder Nude Fatale (P, $32.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (90% similar).
- NARS Liv (P, $34.00) is less shimmery, warmer (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Double Crossed (DC, $18.00) is more shimmery, darker (85% similar).
- Makeup Geek Mixtape (P, $15.00) is more shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Becca Maroon (DC, $24.00) is less shimmery, darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Revlon Black Cherry (P, $8.49) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (85% similar).
- Dior Dark Sparkle (073) (LE, $40.00) is less shimmery, darker, more muted (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$36.00/0.07 oz. - $514.29 Per Ounce
The Lips & Boys Lip Color formula is not different from the full-sized Lip Color range; they offer a travel-sized version (which is actually cheaper by the ounce: $36.00/0.07 oz. or $514.29/oz. compared to the full-size at $54.00/0.10 oz. or $540.00/oz. The formula is supposed to have an "ultra-creamy texture" and "pure color" with a "balance of luminosity." The range has a fair amount of variation as the finishes differ (matte to metallic), so coverage can be medium to full with some shades applying well and others decently. The wear was anywhere from three hours to over six hours. In general, the formula has a creamy texture that's easy to work with, comfortable to wear, and is lightly to moderately hydrating. They have a vanilla scent but no discernible taste.
Browse all of our Tom Ford Beauty Lips & Boys Lip Color swatches.
Ingredients
CASTOR OIL, DI-ISOSTEARYL MALATE, TRI-OCTYLDODECYL EXEMPLARY TRAY AGENT, CAPRYLIC / CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, LANOLIN OIL, CANDELILLA WAX, OZOKERITE, OCTYLDODECANOL, SILICA, BIS DI-GLYCERYL POLY ADIPATE ACYL-2, HYDRO JENEYI SUITED POLYDECENE, POLYETHYLENE, MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX, FRAGRANCE, TOCOPHEROL, SQUALANE, WHEAT GERM EXTRACT, SOYBEAN EXTRACT, BARLEY EXTRACT, COCONUT SEED BUTTER, CHAMOMILE FLOWER OIL, SHEA BUTTER , CHOLESTEROL AND CERAMIDE 3, ACRYLATE COPOLYMERS, LINOLEIC LAKE ACID, A TREE IN TOK CHICAGO FRILLS REEL SILANE, CALCIUM, SODIUM BEAM WITH SILICATE, CALCIUM ALUMINUM BEAM SILICATE, SYNTHETIC FLUORINATED SAMPLE LOGO GRAPHITE, POLYETHYLENE TEREPHTHALATE, BARIUM SULFATE, ALUMINA, VANILLIN, [+/- MICA, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, RED IRON OXIDE, YELLOW IRON OXIDE, BLACK IRON OXIDE, BLUE NO. 1 LAKE, CARMINE, COPPER POWDER, RED NO. 201, RED 104 ARC (1) LAKE, LAKE RED NO. 202, RED NO. 226 LAKE, LAKE RED LAKE NO. 227, YELLOW NO. 4 LAKE, YELLOW NO. 5] (ILN40122)
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.
Jon
PPermanent. $36.00.
Elliot
Tom Ford Elliot Lips & Boys Lip Color ($36.00 for 0.07 oz.) is a meidum-dark plum with subtle, warm undertones and fine, lighter pink and purple pearl. It had semi-opaque pigmentation that covered the lips evenly. There was just enough translucency to give it a softer, lighter-weight look while still delivering noticeable coverage. This shade lasted for four and a half hours and was moisturizing on me.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Tom Ford Beauty Velvet Orchid (LE, $57.00) is darker, warmer, less glossy (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Rose Quartz Astral (P, $36.00) is less pigmented, warmer (90% similar).
- Revlon Plum Baby (P, $8.49) is less shimmery, lighter, warmer (90% similar).
- MAC Oh, Oh, Oh (LE, $19.00) is warmer (85% similar).
- Revlon Plumalicious (P, $8.49) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- Tom Ford Beauty Drake (P, $36.00) is cooler (90% similar).
- MAC A Wink of Pink (LE, $19.00) is more shimmery, lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Maybelline Copper Rose (P, $7.49) is less shimmery, darker, brighter (85% similar).
- NARS Shrinagar (P, $26.00) is less shimmery, lighter, less pigmented (85% similar).
- MAC Disobedient (LE, $19.00) is brighter, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$36.00/0.07 oz. - $514.29 Per Ounce
The Lips & Boys Lip Color formula is not different from the full-sized Lip Color range; they offer a travel-sized version (which is actually cheaper by the ounce: $36.00/0.07 oz. or $514.29/oz. compared to the full-size at $54.00/0.10 oz. or $540.00/oz. The formula is supposed to have an "ultra-creamy texture" and "pure color" with a "balance of luminosity." The range has a fair amount of variation as the finishes differ (matte to metallic), so coverage can be medium to full with some shades applying well and others decently. The wear was anywhere from three hours to over six hours. In general, the formula has a creamy texture that's easy to work with, comfortable to wear, and is lightly to moderately hydrating. They have a vanilla scent but no discernible taste.
Browse all of our Tom Ford Beauty Lips & Boys Lip Color swatches.
Ingredients
CASTOR OIL, DI-ISOSTEARYL MALATE, TRI-OCTYLDODECYL EXEMPLARY TRAY AGENT, CAPRYLIC / CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, LANOLIN OIL, CANDELILLA WAX, OZOKERITE, OCTYLDODECANOL, SILICA, BIS DI-GLYCERYL POLY ADIPATE ACYL-2, HYDRO JENEYI SUITED POLYDECENE, POLYETHYLENE, MICROCRYSTALLINE WAX, FRAGRANCE, TOCOPHEROL, SQUALANE, WHEAT GERM EXTRACT, SOYBEAN EXTRACT, BARLEY EXTRACT, COCONUT SEED BUTTER, CHAMOMILE FLOWER OIL, SHEA BUTTER , CHOLESTEROL AND CERAMIDE 3, ACRYLATE COPOLYMERS, LINOLEIC LAKE ACID, A TREE IN TOK CHICAGO FRILLS REEL SILANE, CALCIUM, SODIUM BEAM WITH SILICATE, CALCIUM ALUMINUM BEAM SILICATE, SYNTHETIC FLUORINATED SAMPLE LOGO GRAPHITE, POLYETHYLENE TEREPHTHALATE, BARIUM SULFATE, ALUMINA, VANILLIN, [+/- MICA, TITANIUM DIOXIDE, RED IRON OXIDE, YELLOW IRON OXIDE, BLACK IRON OXIDE, BLUE NO. 1 LAKE, CARMINE, COPPER POWDER, RED NO. 201, RED 104 ARC (1) LAKE, LAKE RED NO. 202, RED NO. 226 LAKE, LAKE RED LAKE NO. 227, YELLOW NO. 4 LAKE, YELLOW NO. 5] (ILN40122)
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.
Ok I’m probably going to grab Elliot and Ashton! Those are calling to me!
Awesome 😉 Enjoy, Sabrina!
I’m in love with the darker shades even though I’m more partial to the more “nude” ish colours!
Nice change!
Oh gee, I like all of these!
Uh oh!
Fans self… so much love. Inigo is my fave. I tried really hard not to make a Princess Bride ref. I should be given a medal for it.
You should have made it 😉
Not my shades but they look great on you.
Thank you!
I’d say I’m jonesing for Inigo, but that would be insufferably pompous. Has that name been trendy since the 1600s? These are all lovely, but have a been there, done that feel to me. Nothing wrong with bringing a good thing.
I am curious who it is named after!
Nicholas is stunning!
It is!
These are all very beautiful shades that are completely in my lil’ ol’ wheelhouse. And that’s the problem. Even though I don’t see anything I own listed as a dupe, these *look* very familiar to me. Perhaps if I try them on, I won’t get that same sense.
I’m sure you have something similar 😉
I love Nicholas, probably more than Dominic. There’s one for the wish list! I love the colors of Inigo and Jon, but not the performance (especially at this price!). It looks like a lot of the dupes have similar problems, so maybe it’s hard to make lipsticks in this kind of shade? I think Inigo would be workable on me with a lip primer. Jon looks like it might need primer + a coordinating pencil, maybe too much work, especially finding a pencil to match. I love Elliot, but warm plums usually don’t love me back.
Oooh! Just edged Dominic out, eh? 😉
I think so!
Why do these all have to be so pretty! (Tries to resist. Price helps.)
Awww!
Thank you for this wonderful resource and all the work that goes into it.
I was waiting for this last group. I decided I’m only allowed one of these, and it’s between Snowdon and Elliot, since I don’t have much in the way of metallics. I’m still leaning towards Snowdon as being among the most unique, but I have to say, I see no really true dupes for Elliot. The closest is Tom Ford Black Orchid. Decisions, decisions!!!
Happy to help, Ruby! 🙂
I ADORE all of them!!!!! They’re all so so pretty!!!!
I love reddy/plummy colours. yum!
Which one is your favorite, though? 😉
I really like Elliot and Inigo.Those shimmering ones with different colors of pearl get me every time!!
Same here!
All gorgeous shades, but I still love Travis the best.
Glad you found one to love!
Christine you literally glow with Nicholas and Inigo. Stunning on you!