Sugar Cosmetics Smudge Me Not Liquid Lipstick Brink of Pink Review

Hello, everyone. Hope you all are enjoying summer. I made a little haul a while back comprising of the new launches. I am a big fan of liquid lipsticks, especially from the Indian brands. This time I picked up two shades from the Sugar Cosmetics Smudge Me Not Liquid Lipstick range, namely, Brink of Pink and Rust Lust. Today, I will be reviewing for you all the shade "Brink of Pink".

About Sugar Cosmetics Smudge Me Not Liquid Lipstick Brink of Pink:

Ready to flaunt a pop of color to inspire cheer in all around you? If you've ever lusted for a "one-coat wonder" product for your lips, your search ends here. Get a full-blooded burst of pigment with just a single swipe of the SUGAR Smudge Me Not Liquid Lipstick that will stay the day and right up till the night!
• Wine, coffee & date-proof - this is a matte lipstick that is guaranteed to last longer that your longest day.
• Available in 10 stunning shades that will make it difficult to choose.
• The SUGAR Smudge Me Not Liquid Lipstick gives you opaque pigmentation with a single swipe that stays all day with zero feathering or fading.
• Our favorite mattifying fix contains a generous helping of Vitamin E and comes in a full range of 10 gorgeous shades that is guaranteed to make your OOTDs stand out!
• This product is dermatologically tested & approved and 100% safe for your skin.
Shades - 01 Brazen Raisin (Burgundy), 02 Brink Of Pink (Plum Rose), 03 Tan Fan (Mauve Nude), 04 Plum Yum (Muted Plum), 05 Rust Lust (Red Terracotta), 06 Tangerine Queen (Orange Coral), 07 Rethink Pink (Fuchsia), 08 Wine And Shine (Sangria), 09 Suave Mauve (Mauve) and 10 Drop Dead Red (Red)

Price:

499 INR for 4.5 ml

Shelf Life:

2 years

Ingredients List:

Isododecane, Dimethicone & Isododecane & Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Cyclopentasiloxane & Trimethylsiloxysilicate, Disteardimonium Hectorite, Propylene Carbonate, Vitamin - E, Propyl Paraben, Fragrance, Approved colors

Directions For Use:

For precise application, apply it to your bottom lip first and then tend to your upper lip. Since the formula is very pigmented, we suggest applying the color to the bottom lip first, pressing your lips together and then filling in your Cupid's bow.

My Experience With Sugar Cosmetics Smudge Me Not Liquid Lipstick Brink of Pink:

Packaging: The packaging has an uncanny similarity with Maybelline Lip Polish. Smudge Me Not Liquid Lipstick comes in a transparent glass tube with a rectangular shape. There is a black opaque plastic screw cap which has the applicator attached. This doe foot applicator is good for application but in my opinion, it could have been better with flexibility. You have to be slightly careful with precise application while defining the lips. Overall, the packaging is decent and travel-friendly.
Shade: The shade "02 Brink of Pink" is described as a Plum Rose color, which I think is quite apt. The color is a warm deep plum toned Fuschia. The shade is more bold than bright and will suit an array of skin tones. If you think there can be an alternative for a gorgeous red lip color, this would be the one for a change. Since I made an online purchase, I was really concerned whether it will suit my NC42 skin or not but to my surprise, I am really in love with the color.

Pigmentation: The pigmentation is on point. A single swipe will give you a rich deposit of color and you won't require another swipe if you have done the first one properly. Now, it has a little downside too. This is because if you have carelessly drawn the lips, the mistake would be heavily prominent. Thus, make sure you are not doing it wrong. I generally line the lips with a lip liner so that it is easier to define the lips with this one.
Texture and Finish: The texture reminds me of the Colourpop Ultra Matte range. It has a rather thin consistency but applies on the lips pretty well. It will not feather or go uneven on my lips at all. However, it is strongly advised to exfoliate the lips beforehand and nourish it with a lip balm to get that perfect runaway matte lip look. If your lips are dry, apply a coat of lip balm beforehand. This lip color is extremely unforgiving to dry lips. It dries down quickly and thus you have to work pretty fast. The finish is strictly matte which beautifies the color very well. The lips do feel stretchy and dry so this is one of the cons of the product. The product mentions that it has Vitamin E but it isn't hydrating.

Formula: The formula is waterproof, smudge proof and as the brand states "Wine, coffee & date-proof". The color will hardly budge or fade. It stays on for long and lives up to its name. Further, it is dermatologically tested and approved and 100% safe for your skin.
Staying Power: The color lasted on my lips for 10+ hours which is incredible. It easily survives drinks, snacks and also a heavy meal. But after a heavy meal, I saw it got slightly uneven on the inner center which is understandable. However, removing the lip color is a pain. Micellar water can't even remove and I generally use olive oil to wipe it off completely.

Pros Of Sugar Cosmetics Smudge Me Not Liquid Lipstick Brink of Pink:

• Decent and simple, see-through packaging.
• The shade 'Brink of Pink' is a deep warm-toned plum-pink color.
• Best suitable for every skin tone.
• The opaque color payoff in a single swipe.
• Thin texture and no feathering or uneven finish.
• True matte finish.
• Waterproof and smudge proof.
• Staying power is more than 10 hours.
• Well priced.

Cons Of Sugar Cosmetics Smudge Me Not Liquid Lipstick Brink of Pink:

• Extremely and thoroughly dry.
• Not for dry lips or winter time.
• Accentuates fine lines.
• Lip balm underneath is a must.
• Applicator could have been better.

Diva Likes Rating:

3/5

Final Note:

Sugar Cosmetics Smudge Me Not Liquid Lipstick Brink of Pink is a deep warm-toned plum-pink color, best suitable for every skin tone. The colors are gorgeous in this range and the true matte finish gives a lot of balance. But if you don't like dry liquid lipsticks, this isn't the one for you.