little white truths

Grace is described as a 'pink nude' but I reckon it leans more peach and caramel. See above and below photos. 

You can tell how creamy it is. You can also tell from the lip shot below how hydrating it is - it really fills in lines and plumps my lips nicely.

Verdict

First, the formula. This is a super moisturising and creamy lipstick that feels amazeballs on - like you're doing something good for your lips just by wearing it. There's something caramelly about the formula too: it feels rich and luxurious and you can tell it's a high-end product.

The colour: Grace is a lovely, everyday colour that would suit most people. I probably wouldn't have chosen it for myself because it pulls a little brown on me, but I do like it and I will wear it. Note that it's a pretty sheer colour so you do need to apply quite a bit if you want it to show up well. If you're after a natural, glossy-looking lip that works well with a dramatic eye (or for a barely there makeup look), this colour is a good choice.

As for longevity, this isn't the most long-lasting lipstick I own but I wouldn't expect that from a formula that's this creamy - it does transfer on your coffee mug, so don't expect a super-long wear from it. Having said this, it certainly lasts better than any other creamy lipstick I own, so I think Hourglass has managed to do the best they could with a hydrating formula like this one.

I love that it's free of nasties and that Hourglass doesn't test on animals. I probably wouldn't go out and buy a full size of these lipsticks because I do have so many and my HG Shanghai Suzy lipsticks cost only $12.95 and run rings around most products in terms of lasting power, but Hourglass' lipsticks are definitely superior in formula in terms of how they look and feel on the lips. Plus they come in a beautiful range of colours.

Divine.