Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lipstick

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Packaging:
Short thumb width ball tube with small studs. It's topped with a KVD monogram on the top casing and the full sized version has this on the bullet. The casing snaps on securely. The mechanics are smooth and silver.

Smell/Taste:
Creme Brûlée.

Colour:
Homegirl - dark blackberry. Matte finish with medium to full pigmentation.
Available in 39 shades.

Formula/ Texture:
The wax is thick and stiff. It did pull on the lips creating a patchy application. I don't know if this is because of the dark colour, but I did have to build multiple layers to achieve an even coverage. It does need a dark and anti-feathering lip liner. I feel like these would give a more even coverage too. It did take a specialised makeup remover to remove it entirely.

I had a little bit of bleeding but slight transfers. Food and drink remove the colour completely from the centre of the lips leaving colour round the edge. The longevity for me is 3 hours. I didn't find it hydrating or drying.

Whilst I didn't experience the 10hour wear or one swipe bold colour claims, it did feel comfortable on the lips. The shade is absolutely beautiful and despite the upkeep and effort, I enjoyed wearing it. I don't know if the full size has the same texture or not but I would like to see it for creamy and smoother to apply.

Available:
From Sephora Australia store, sephora.com.au for $31 for 2.83g/0.10oz. I got mine in America from Sephora for US$21 in the Sephora Give Me More Lip set.

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