Clinique Chubby Stick Moisturising Lip Colour Balm

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Packaging:
5 cent width circular rose coloured opaque plastic tube with a silver band at the end and silver text. The length fits into the palm with the cap quite long but clear. The colour on the tube corresponds with the chosen shade inside. The automatic retractable mechanise work smoothly. The bullet has a wide and soft pointed tip.  That does give a more precise application but I wonder how effective it'll be once it's worn down and if it can be sharpened.

This style of packaging reminds me of their concealer & highlight chubby sticks. The size of this makes it great for the purse and on the go.

Smell/Taste:
None.

Colour:
07 Super Strawberry - deep pink beery. Sheer to medium pigmentation with satin finish. Buildable coverage.
Available in 16 shades.

Formula/ Texture:
This is a thin, smooth and tacky balm. It glides on easily on the lips but a few passes is needed in order to get full pigmented coverage. There's no pulling, feathering or skipping over the lips. It's easily removed with a basic makeup wipe.

This feels very moisturising. It feels very comfortable on the lips. It actually reminds me of an expensive tinted lip balm... I feel guilty for saying it but I'd much rather prefer a clear lip balm that's cheaper as it does the same job as I don't feel the need for a lip balm.

It does transfer onto food and drink. It has a longevity of 3 hours on me. I do wonder how effective it'll be once it's worn down and if it can be sharpened. I'm sure it can be sharpened but I wonder if that'll effect the application in any way.

While I enjoyed this deluxe size, I wont be purchasing it again for the simple fact I prefer my balms un tinted and that I can get at a much more affordable price.

Available:
From Sephora/ Ulta, sephora.com or ultabeatuy.com for $17 for 2.8g/0.1oz. I got mine in America from Sephora for 0.04oz in the Sephora Give Me More Lip set.

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