Becca Sheer Tint Lip Colour in Olesya - review and swatches

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I picked up three of these from strawberrynet because they were on sale for $6 each.

It's the second strawberrynet order I've ever made and I reckon it will be my last one: I'm a bit suss and I think they stock some really really old products (that's why they're so cheap).

I've ordered from other international retailers before - eg beautybay - and I've never felt that I was given old stock, so I won't order from strawberrynet again and will stick to those companies I trust.


Anyhoo. The first shade of my three that I decided to open was Olesya, a colour that looks quite brown and nude but happily warms up a little and looks richer when applied to the lips.

I was immediately struck by the packaging of these tints - it's gorgeous, practical and classy. It's a sturdy silver bullet that twists to close, so there's no chance of the lid coming loose and falling off in your handbag. I love it. It's almost worth spending $6 for the packaging alone!


I like the Becca lettering printed on the lid. A nice touch.

Indeed, I like the packaging so much that it may be my favourite of all the lip products I own! I'll definitely be displaying these on my dresser and keeping the empty tubes once each tint is finished.


Becca claims/product details:
  • A collection of sheer, hydrating lipsticks with subtle shine 
  • Each contains a cocktail of emollients and antioxidants such as shea butter, cocoa butter, honey and vitamin E
  • Moisturises and protects the lips while providing a smooth, even application of creamy colour
  • Comes in a sleek metal case with a lid that twists and locks to the base for no-fuss travel and toting in your purse
  • Deliciously scented with a natural light vanilla/caramel scent
  • Delivers a sheer wash of colour with a soft, creamy shine
  • Nourishing and non-drying
  • Paraben free
  • Sheer colours enhance the lip's natural tones
  • Makes lips look healthy, moist and full
  • Anti-feathering and anti-bleeding
  • RRP $48 AUD for 3g, but do shop around (I got mine for $6!)


 There's the colour:


My bare lips for reference:


Wearing just one swipe on each lip (it's pigmented!), photo taken in the shade:


And in direct sunlight:


One more for good measure:


Verdict

Before buying these, I saw that they had been discontinued - although they're still available from quite a few online retailers (not just strawberrynet) so I decided to take a punt and get them anyway, hoping they weren't too old.

I haven't tried the other shades yet, but the reason I think this one might be old is the smell. They're meant to smell like toffee (and a few reviewers have commented on this), but mine doesn't: it smells like lipstick.

There's no indication that there might be anything wrong with the product, however, and my lips love it - so I'll keep wearing it for now. I've seen quite a few people say that these go rancid faster than normal lipsticks (and indeed, the shelf-life is only six months), so I'll keep an eye out for that.

Otherwise, this has to be one of the best lip formulas I've tried. It's so rich and creamy, and even though they're called 'sheer', they're definitely not that and they offer a punch of colour - but somehow your natural lip colour does alter the shade, which means it's more likely to suit you and not look too in-your-face.

Olesya doesn't look like much to start with (and I was worried when I swatched it), but once on it develops into this wonderfully rich caramel colour with a hint of orange and rose. I love it! If I apply a little, it's a great 'my lips but better' shade, and if I apply it more thickly, it turns into a statement colour that still looks quite natural and interesting.

The formula is super moisturising and a dream to wear. There's something luxurious about it and I love how it feels on the lips. 

It also stays put much longer than you might expect, given how creamy it is. I can see myself getting a lot of use from this, so despite my concerns about how old it is, I reckon it's $6 well-spent.

I love the packaging too, and I do think these live up to their claims. If they hadn't been discontinued, I would certainly be buying more.

I won't give it an HG tag - only because these are old products - but otherwise I would be.

Love. Huge ticks from me.




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