Innisfree Glow Tint Lip Balm Review
Color:
Despite being named 'Rose', it's not your classic red. It's more of a blood-red hue with a slight hint of burgundy. Think less bright red, more deep, rich blood-like red.
Moisture:
True to its lip balm nature, it's wonderfully hydrating with a decent color payoff. It's perfect for rescuing dry, sickly-looking lips when used alone. Layered over a tint, it helps maintain moisture in winter.
I'll be honest, this product used to sit unused in my collection (I was a matte lip devotee). But recently, I've been drawn to more hydrating lip products, so I rediscovered this gem. The glow is incredible!
I used to apply it straight from the stick, but after it broke once, I melted it with a hairdryer and put it in an empty container. I found that instead of swiping it on thickly, applying thin layers like a tint gives an absolutely stunning glow.
Transfer and Wear:
Being a moisturizing lip balm, transfer is inevitable, which can be inconvenient. If worn alone, it might disappear quickly when eating or drinking.
While it does leave a stain, it's not as long-lasting as a tint. It gives more of a 'healthy bare lips' look (which is expected for a color lip balm).
Lasting Hydration:
The moisturizing effect doesn't last very long, maybe about 2-3 hours. The glow also fades along with the hydration.
If you're looking for a quick swipe for a bare-faced look, this works well on its own. For a hydrating pop of color, try layering it over a tint.
I found that applying thin layers works better than swiping on the whole stick. Start from the center of your lips and work your way out for that beautiful glow you see in the photo.
(By the way, in the photo, I applied a layer of Vaseline first, then the lip balm starting from the inner part of my lips.)
