I have a confession to make: I have a drawer FILLED with lip products that I rarely wear. Somehow I have managed to collect several dozen lipsticks, lip glosses, liquid lips, you name it over the last several years- some I’ve bought, some I’ve received for review and some I found in gift bags. I actually ended up going through the drawer last week and got rid of old products and gave away ones that I never wear. It’s a little lighter but I could definitely go over a month without wearing the same one!
I have been making an effort to wear more lip colors on the daily though and the lippie I’ve been wearing lately is the new Hourglass Confession Ultra Slim High Intensity Refillable Lipstick. Continue reading for my review and tips on how to wear this slim-tubed lip product:
When opening the box, I was immediately impressed with the super chic ultra-slim packaging, it’s very reminiscent of a vintage cigarette holder– long and sleek. The applicator is actually refillable, once you finish the actual product, you can buy a new lipstick refill (yes, at a lower price than the full component) to pop into the holder, kind of neat right? The component design gives it a high-end, luxurious look and would definitely garner compliments when you pull it out of your bag.
The lipstick formula itself is incredibly creamy and smooth, gliding across lips seamlessly applying color without pulling. It gives a satin finish, which is a nice reprieve from some of the more drying matte lipsticks I wear. I received the shade ‘I Wish’, a true neutral nude lip shade. I typically gravitate to more pink nudes so I’m not sure if I totally love this shade with my skin tone but I do love that they have a true nude like this. I think this type of shade pairs beautifully with a soft smokey eye. It is very pigmented and provides rich, full color and is fairly long-wearing, although I did have to reapply after eating and drinking.
While the overall quality of this lipstick is wonderful, it is on the pricier side. The full packaging version is $34 and each refill is $22, which I think is pricey for just 0.03 oz. of product. I feel like I can find comparable lipsticks for a better value, however if you’re into super sleek products, this may be just right for you.
* I received this product complimentary from Influenster on behalf of Hourglass Cosmetics for review purposes. No monetary compensation has been provided, all opinions are my own. Post contains affiliate links in which I make a small commission. Thank you for supporting the brands that support A Good Hue.
I love the color and the packaging! But I agree, it is a little pricey.
– Katherine
Engineering In Style
Thanks for reading, the price is such bummer because the colors are so pretty! Definitely more of a special occasion buy.
That is such a pretty color. I love all nude lip colors. They give such a natural/vintage look.
Agreed! Do you have a fave go-to nude lip product/shade?
Lol i have a drawer full of products too. And that is a little pricey but it looks mad good on you!
Thanks so much, Tilley! Haha, I’m glad I’m not the only one 😛
I love how tiny and cute this lipstick is, but you’re right, the price seems a little steep!
Girl I feel you on having so many lipsticks that you don’t know what to do with them all, I’m a lipstick hoarder! This one looks amazing though!
what a beautiful product!!
That lip color is gorgeous! I need to try it!
Liz
http://Www.lizzieinlace.com
I want that lipstick now!! So coool!!
Sabrina | Gypsy Tan
http://www.gypsytan.co
This packaging is so sleek! Perfect for any purse. The color is gorgeous too! I’m guilty of not cleaning my brushes enough.
This color is gorgeous! Such a perfect everyday shade!
xo, Shelby
http://www.prettyinthepines.com
Oh, I love this!! I always love slimmer lipsticks better for applying! What a gorgeous color too!
The packaging is so unique! I would be interested in trying one
Amanda // http://www.cashmereandjeans.com
That really is an ultra thin lipstick! Love the color on you though!
This is such a great post and I’m obsessed with that lip color!!!
I adore that color!! The perfect nude lipstick! It’s also really neat that you can refill – brilliant marketing strategy!
xo, Taylor (thesprinkle.tayloramead.com)
Looks absolutely stunning! Although I love high end beauty products so much, I feel like paying more than 30 Dollars for a lipstick is a bit crazy 😉
Sending love from Austria, Theresa
Ah the color is so gorgeous, wish the price wasn’t so steep!
I love the way it looks, but I dont think it’s worth the price for the amount of product.. I think some company’s overestimate how much we like packaging and keep forgetting that it’s the product that matters the most xD
“I have a drawer FILLED with lip products that I rarely wear”.. SAME HERE, GIRL! It’s a problem haha! I LOVE the packaging on this lipstick! They’re not out here in Malaysia yet, but I’m def swatching them in store when they get here!
The packaging alone makes me want to purchase this product! Haha. Think of how many of these I could cram into my purse compared to regular tubes of lipstick 😉 This color looks amazing on you. Thank you for introducing me to a new brand 🙂
XO, SS || Seersucker Sass
The packaging is amazing! I don’t spend a lot of $$$ on lipstick though, so I get what you’re saying in terms of price.
I will have to try this! I love the color 🙂
http://www.thefitbrunette.com
The packaging it’s so good! And I love the color, looks so cute on you!
That is such a pretty shade! I need some!
Such a sleek case, it looks like the perfect shade of nude too!
Birdie Shoots
Loved this so much! Thanks for sharing! XOXO
Thank you so much for reading!
I tried this and thought it was just ok. I agree that it’s pricey!
Tif
I also have a drawer full of lip products I rarely use…when I find one I like I have a tendency to wear it over and over. I saw this lipstick on Instagram and few days ago and I have to say I was intrigued. Hourglass always out does themselves with their packaging!
Brittany | thechicette.com