Hi Roniann! Thanks so much for your review and sharing your thoughts on our products. In regards to our Activator Spray, we offer it as an option to those that prefer to peel the masque off rather than wiping it off with a damp cloth. It can take a bit of practice and usually works best with a thick layer of the Lip Stain Masque and no more than 2 sprays of our Activator Spray. Otherwise, wiping off the masque the 'Stain & Go' way with a damp cloth works just as well! We also highly recommend using our Lip Color Quiz to find out which shades would work best with your skin tone prior to purchasing so you have a better idea of how each shade would look with each skin tone. The longer the masque is applied, the more pigmented each shade will be, so you have full control over how light or how dark you want the Lip Stain Masque on you! If you have any questions at all, feel free to ask! We're here to help 🥰
Hi, thank you for the feedback and tips! I’ve experimented with the Activating Spray dozens of times, including with a thicker layer of the masque, like with the third color I demonstrated. It just doesn’t improve the removal process or increase the longevity for me personally so I’ll stick to the Stain & Go method. And I’ll keep in mind the color recommendation feature for any future purchases! I bought these last Spring and didn’t notice the option at that time, but I’m curious which shades would be recommended ❤️
two things: you look amazing with the blue color on and have a lovely lip shape, and I would’ve sworn you had way more subscribers based on the simplicity and beauty of the thumbnail and video
Thank you for the kind words Alexis! Hopefully if I start uploading videos regularly I’ll get pushed out more by TH-cam. Life just keeps happening and I haven’t gotten back into the grove yet. It’s on my list of things to do though!
Thank you so much for the review! The way you Guide the viewers through the whole Video including very direct messages by coming straight to the Point and explaning it very clearly, is very unique to all of the other reviews I have Seen and so helpful. Thank You so much !
So I love the color Daring in this line. I like that it deepens my natural lip color and performs well on my 59 year old lips. Thanks for letting me know not to waste money on the other products!
Thanks for sharing! Eventually I’ll probably try other shades and will add that color to my list. And yeah, to me, the stain is definitely the best lip product. I also really love their eyeliners though. They’re very pigmented, creamy, and really long lasting. They dry down fast though, so you can’t make a lot of mistakes when applying.
Thank God for YT reviewers like you! I'm so tempted by this product, it seems to solve what I need, ie subtle stain on my lips, which tend to eat up lipstick within 30mins, and I hate the paint-layer feeling of 24hr lipstick. But seems this brand makes its $ from people's mistakes in shade choice. Not confident at all in their descriptions nor photos. I was interested in Whimsical (esp if it's orangey - I am warm but my lips throw blue). Until they're available to try IRL at make-up counters for us non-influencers / content creators, I'm not risking buying online. AUD$36 per colour is only worth it for the right one.
Thanks! This is encouraging. I have a hard time keeping up with making videos, but it’s nice to know when they’re actually helpful. I also hate the feeling of 24hr lipsticks. I still wear them occasionally, but even the best ones have a little bit of that dry, thick, yet somehow tacky feeling. I’ve had some commenters say that Whimsical is their favorite shade, but it’s so hard to guess how they’ll look into person without trying them on and $36 is a lot. My studio lighting impacts the colors a little bit and makes them read warmer (which is partially why I added an outdoor shot of the shade). It’s still nothing like what I’d expect based off of the descriptions and photos they advertise with and has a bit of an orange tinge on me. especially if left on a couple of seconds too long 🤷🏻♀️ I’m sure I’d like some of the more blue based shades and I do like the feeling (or lack-thereof) even though they don’t wear very long for me, I just can’t justify spending more money on them right now.
I have not tried this product per se, but with other lip stains I have used my face oil on my lips to remove the color and works really well. 1 drop is all it takes.
I’m so glad to hear you say your lips tingle a little! I can find very little information about the tingle and couldn’t get a clear answer when emailing if it was supposed to or not!
Wish I’d watched you review BEFORE I bought. Your tutorial is excellent. I got three at a not insignificant price so hopefully at least two will work for me?
Thanks, I hope so too!! I think the general consensus is that people usually like them and appreciate the transfer resistant quality more than any inconveniences or grievances 👍🏻 Let me know what you think when you get them!!!
Just a tip, you aren't putting an even amount on and not enough to make that full mask to remove in one layer. Make sure the whole lip is fully covered and saturated to get it to be more even and come off in one peel. Thank you for sharing the colors!!!❤
Hi Katherine! Thank you for the tip. I think I applied pretty thick layers, particularly with the second two shades, but I will try again and follow up soon. And you’re welcome!
I bought three and have tried all of them. I definitely kicking myself for buying this product. I have used a product called Mood Lips since the ‘80’s. It’s a color changing lip stain; ie green turns pink on the lips. Put it on once a day and that’s all I need unless I eat something really oily. I apply City Lips over and it lasts all day. To get good color payoff I have to leave the Wonder product on for 10 minutes. Compared to seconds using Mood Lips. I will say that the color lasts on me all day. But it’s very fiddly and I will never repurchase or recommend
I have to leave the lighter shades on longer for color payoff too. Ten minutes is a long time though! What shades do you have? I remember Mood Lips! I was a kid when I last used it, but it would be fun to try it again. It makes me think of mood rings 🤣 I also LOVE City Lips and want to try more colors. I have three and the consistency and color pay off are great.
I got Sweetheart, Charming and Whimsical. One of them, can’t remember which but I think it was Whimsical, has very little color. I’m thinking of applying clear lip liner before I apply the product so that I can get the lip shape I like more easily. I’m planning to use it up since it was expensive but I wouldn’t bother with something this fiddly in the future
it doesn't last for me either - I wonder what it depends on, that for some people it does last and for others it doesn't... I bought a few colors though (whimsical, adore, lovely, and charming) and whimsical is my favorite, but I'd like to try divine too - I actually like an orange red because it goes with my skin tone, but I'm not as light skin as you are, I think I'm more fair, so I wonder if it would show up orange on me - I should definitely do their lip color quiz 😅 - but like I said, I just wish they would last longer on me :(
I have no idea! It’s definitely curious how inconsistent feedback on the longevity is. I’ve made sure multiple times that there’s nothing on my lips that could hinder its longevity and it always wears off within a few hours for me, but I don’t doubt others who say it lasts all day for them (and regardless, I still like that it’s transfer resistant though). It’s hard to say how the colors will look on everyone, but I do think Divine would be pretty on a lot of skin tones. How orange it looks probably depends on your skin tone, how long the masque is on for, and the lighting that you’re in!
Omg im 58 hate lipstick but i need a little help to not look old !! This is amazing!!! I love all the products!!! I love the scrub i love the moisturizing gloss ohhh game changer!!!
Interesting. Mine stays on forever and I wake up and it’s still on! I wonder why for some it lasts a long time and others only a few hours. Maybe because my lips are usually dry. Who knows!?!
I wonder too 🤔 The feedback on the longevity is really broad and for the life of me, I can’t get it to stay on past three hours. I’m glad it lasts a long time for you though!
Congratulations! I can’t remember exactly what I did, but my guess is that the eye liner is either Dip Down Fluidline from MAC or if you watch my “Winged Eyeliner Made Easy” video, I could’ve used that technique and a pencil. It looks like my eyeshadow was just a solid shimmery beige. Natasha Denona has great mini eyeshadow palettes that usually have a really shimmery neutral. I use my fingers to press them into the skin for more luminosity and less flaking. I hope this helps!
@@roniannmears Thanks, I decided to give it a try and ordered XOXO, seemed the most everyday wearable with my pale skin. I’m going to try it out with some different hydrating balms on top. I’m not a fan of “too shiny” during the day and would like to find something that doesn’t take off the stain too fast.
@@whatnext715 That's a great shade, and one of our customer favorites! You can definitely apply a gloss or balm over it. Stay tuned for an upcoming release that might also tickle your fancy 👀
I’ve used the XOXO several times now and I also tried “Hayley” for something a little stronger but still low key. I really like this. I’ve never worn makeup regularly and I’ve was perfectly happy with the way I looked. But now that I’m pushing 60, my pale face is starting to blend in with my greying hair, lol. I’ve been more interested in finding products that give me some definition, like eyebrow gel. I’ve tried different lip products but they either fade away too quickly or are too drying. The XOXO is very subtle but easy to apply. I felt like my lips had better definition for at least 6 or 7 hours and I used my lip balm as I usually do. I tried the “Hayley” today. Even though I applied the top lip first and removed it 2nd, the bottom lip is noticeably darker. I like the color but I’ll have to practice with the technique and I think it will be more noticeable if it fades unevenly. I also picked up one of their lip pencils but haven’t tried it yet. I’m looking forward to playing around with these. These may become part of my “new” routine- eyebrows gel, tubing mascara, concealer and lips.
Just bought this just the lip stain and activator but I’m so scared to try it after seeing this. I don’t want my lips to look weird and uneven or patchy. Not happy that it lasts only a couple hours for the price. I hope others have experienced longer times
You might have a different experience than me. Some people really love it and either don’t have issues or the pros outweigh the cons. And I’ve seen some people who say it lasts all day. It just doesn’t for me lol.
Yeah, it seems like it works well for some people and not at all for others. It would be interesting for them to do a two group study to see what the common denominators are!
These unfortunately do not work for me they are gone in 2 hours. and it’s not like you’re gonna reapply the middle of the day at work and walk around with blue lips lol
Just bought these in 3 shades. Love them. The best part- i can kiss my kids and no mark left on their faces! This is amazing. Seriously!
That’s so sweet ❤️ I love the transfer resistant quality as well!
Hi Roniann! Thanks so much for your review and sharing your thoughts on our products. In regards to our Activator Spray, we offer it as an option to those that prefer to peel the masque off rather than wiping it off with a damp cloth. It can take a bit of practice and usually works best with a thick layer of the Lip Stain Masque and no more than 2 sprays of our Activator Spray. Otherwise, wiping off the masque the 'Stain & Go' way with a damp cloth works just as well!
We also highly recommend using our Lip Color Quiz to find out which shades would work best with your skin tone prior to purchasing so you have a better idea of how each shade would look with each skin tone. The longer the masque is applied, the more pigmented each shade will be, so you have full control over how light or how dark you want the Lip Stain Masque on you!
If you have any questions at all, feel free to ask! We're here to help 🥰
Hi, thank you for the feedback and tips!
I’ve experimented with the Activating Spray dozens of times, including with a thicker layer of the masque, like with the third color I demonstrated. It just doesn’t improve the removal process or increase the longevity for me personally so I’ll stick to the Stain & Go method.
And I’ll keep in mind the color recommendation feature for any future purchases! I bought these last Spring and didn’t notice the option at that time, but I’m curious which shades would be recommended ❤️
I felt the same as you in using this product. Two hours is about the longest it lasts.
two things: you look amazing with the blue color on and have a lovely lip shape, and I would’ve sworn you had way more subscribers based on the simplicity and beauty of the thumbnail and video
Thank you for the kind words Alexis! Hopefully if I start uploading videos regularly I’ll get pushed out more by TH-cam. Life just keeps happening and I haven’t gotten back into the grove yet. It’s on my list of things to do though!
Thank you so much for the review! The way you Guide the viewers through the whole Video including very direct messages by coming straight to the Point and explaning it very clearly, is very unique to all of the other reviews I have Seen and so helpful. Thank You so much !
My pleasure! I’m glad you found it to be helpful and to the point ☺️
So I love the color Daring in this line. I like that it deepens my natural lip color and performs well on my 59 year old lips. Thanks for letting me know not to waste money on the other products!
Thanks for sharing! Eventually I’ll probably try other shades and will add that color to my list. And yeah, to me, the stain is definitely the best lip product. I also really love their eyeliners though. They’re very pigmented, creamy, and really long lasting. They dry down fast though, so you can’t make a lot of mistakes when applying.
Thank God for YT reviewers like you! I'm so tempted by this product, it seems to solve what I need, ie subtle stain on my lips, which tend to eat up lipstick within 30mins, and I hate the paint-layer feeling of 24hr lipstick. But seems this brand makes its $ from people's mistakes in shade choice. Not confident at all in their descriptions nor photos. I was interested in Whimsical (esp if it's orangey - I am warm but my lips throw blue). Until they're available to try IRL at make-up counters for us non-influencers / content creators, I'm not risking buying online. AUD$36 per colour is only worth it for the right one.
Thanks! This is encouraging. I have a hard time keeping up with making videos, but it’s nice to know when they’re actually helpful.
I also hate the feeling of 24hr lipsticks. I still wear them occasionally, but even the best ones have a little bit of that dry, thick, yet somehow tacky feeling.
I’ve had some commenters say that Whimsical is their favorite shade, but it’s so hard to guess how they’ll look into person without trying them on and $36 is a lot. My studio lighting impacts the colors a little bit and makes them read warmer (which is partially why I added an outdoor shot of the shade). It’s still nothing like what I’d expect based off of the descriptions and photos they advertise with and has a bit of an orange tinge on me. especially if left on a couple of seconds too long 🤷🏻♀️
I’m sure I’d like some of the more blue based shades and I do like the feeling (or lack-thereof) even though they don’t wear very long for me, I just can’t justify spending more money on them right now.
I have not tried this product per se, but with other lip stains I have used my face oil on my lips to remove the color and works really well. 1 drop is all it takes.
I do the same thing.
I’m so glad to hear you say your lips tingle a little! I can find very little information about the tingle and couldn’t get a clear answer when emailing if it was supposed to or not!
Yeah, it’s a weird sensation!!
Wish I’d watched you review BEFORE I bought. Your tutorial is excellent. I got three at a not insignificant price so hopefully at least two will work for me?
Thanks, I hope so too!! I think the general consensus is that people usually like them and appreciate the transfer resistant quality more than any inconveniences or grievances 👍🏻
Let me know what you think when you get them!!!
Wow, your eyes look AMAZING!😍
Thank you!!! 🫶🏻
Just a tip, you aren't putting an even amount on and not enough to make that full mask to remove in one layer. Make sure the whole lip is fully covered and saturated to get it to be more even and come off in one peel. Thank you for sharing the colors!!!❤
Hi Katherine! Thank you for the tip. I think I applied pretty thick layers, particularly with the second two shades, but I will try again and follow up soon. And you’re welcome!
I bought three and have tried all of them. I definitely kicking myself for buying this product. I have used a product called Mood Lips since the ‘80’s. It’s a color changing lip stain; ie green turns pink on the lips. Put it on once a day and that’s all I need unless I eat something really oily. I apply City Lips over and it lasts all day.
To get good color payoff I have to leave the Wonder product on for 10 minutes. Compared to seconds using Mood Lips. I will say that the color lasts on me all day. But it’s very fiddly and I will never repurchase or recommend
I have to leave the lighter shades on longer for color payoff too. Ten minutes is a long time though! What shades do you have?
I remember Mood Lips! I was a kid when I last used it, but it would be fun to try it again. It makes me think of mood rings 🤣
I also LOVE City Lips and want to try more colors. I have three and the consistency and color pay off are great.
I got Sweetheart, Charming and Whimsical. One of them, can’t remember which but I think it was Whimsical, has very little color. I’m thinking of applying clear lip liner before I apply the product so that I can get the lip shape I like more easily. I’m planning to use it up since it was expensive but I wouldn’t bother with something this fiddly in the future
it doesn't last for me either - I wonder what it depends on, that for some people it does last and for others it doesn't...
I bought a few colors though (whimsical, adore, lovely, and charming) and whimsical is my favorite, but I'd like to try divine too - I actually like an orange red because it goes with my skin tone, but I'm not as light skin as you are, I think I'm more fair, so I wonder if it would show up orange on me - I should definitely do their lip color quiz 😅 - but like I said, I just wish they would last longer on me :(
I have no idea! It’s definitely curious how inconsistent feedback on the longevity is. I’ve made sure multiple times that there’s nothing on my lips that could hinder its longevity and it always wears off within a few hours for me, but I don’t doubt others who say it lasts all day for them (and regardless, I still like that it’s transfer resistant though).
It’s hard to say how the colors will look on everyone, but I do think Divine would be pretty on a lot of skin tones. How orange it looks probably depends on your skin tone, how long the masque is on for, and the lighting that you’re in!
Just got 3 colors and love them
Just giving the lips an extra easy color
I love that! What colors did you get?
I got xoxo, crush, whimsical and the spray
Crush looks really pretty! How do you like the spray?
Omg im 58 hate lipstick but i need a little help to not look old !! This is amazing!!! I love all the products!!! I love the scrub i love the moisturizing gloss ohhh game changer!!!
I’m glad that you love the products and that they work so well for you! If you hate lipstick, they’re definitely a game changer!
Interesting. Mine stays on forever and I wake up and it’s still on! I wonder why for some it lasts a long time and others only a few hours. Maybe because my lips are usually dry. Who knows!?!
I wonder too 🤔 The feedback on the longevity is really broad and for the life of me, I can’t get it to stay on past three hours. I’m glad it lasts a long time for you though!
I am getting married in a month and have been researching looks. I love your eye makeup! May I ask what you used?
Congratulations! I can’t remember exactly what I did, but my guess is that the eye liner is either Dip Down Fluidline from MAC or if you watch my “Winged Eyeliner Made Easy” video, I could’ve used that technique and a pencil. It looks like my eyeshadow was just a solid shimmery beige. Natasha Denona has great mini eyeshadow palettes that usually have a really shimmery neutral. I use my fingers to press them into the skin for more luminosity and less flaking. I hope this helps!
Best review. Thank you
You’re welcome! ☺️
These look really interesting. Glad to know the weaknesses. The difficulty getting even application makes me nervous but it might be worth a try.
Buying a single shade isn’t much of a commitment or risk and it’s an innovative and unique product!
@@roniannmears Thanks, I decided to give it a try and ordered XOXO, seemed the most everyday wearable with my pale skin. I’m going to try it out with some different hydrating balms on top. I’m not a fan of “too shiny” during the day and would like to find something that doesn’t take off the stain too fast.
Let me know what you think! That’s my favorite color of the ones I have. Sometimes I’ll do two layers to make it even brighter.
@@whatnext715 That's a great shade, and one of our customer favorites! You can definitely apply a gloss or balm over it. Stay tuned for an upcoming release that might also tickle your fancy 👀
I’ve used the XOXO several times now and I also tried “Hayley” for something a little stronger but still low key. I really like this. I’ve never worn makeup regularly and I’ve was perfectly happy with the way I looked. But now that I’m pushing 60, my pale face is starting to blend in with my greying hair, lol. I’ve been more interested in finding products that give me some definition, like eyebrow gel. I’ve tried different lip products but they either fade away too quickly or are too drying. The XOXO is very subtle but easy to apply. I felt like my lips had better definition for at least 6 or 7 hours and I used my lip balm as I usually do.
I tried the “Hayley” today. Even though I applied the top lip first and removed it 2nd, the bottom lip is noticeably darker. I like the color but I’ll have to practice with the technique and I think it will be more noticeable if it fades unevenly. I also picked up one of their lip pencils but haven’t tried it yet. I’m looking forward to playing around with these.
These may become part of my “new” routine- eyebrows gel, tubing mascara, concealer and lips.
Just bought this just the lip stain and activator but I’m so scared to try it after seeing this. I don’t want my lips to look weird and uneven or patchy. Not happy that it lasts only a couple hours for the price. I hope others have experienced longer times
You might have a different experience than me. Some people really love it and either don’t have issues or the pros outweigh the cons. And I’ve seen some people who say it lasts all day. It just doesn’t for me lol.
Mine lasts all day and overnight 🤷
I was wondering if other people had tingling almost like a lip plumper. good to know its not just me
Every single time! And I can’t stand the taste or that it feels like I sprayed my face with hairspray lol.
I tried one but yeah doesn't last that long. My daughter said hers did though. But I do drink constantly.
Yeah, it seems like it works well for some people and not at all for others. It would be interesting for them to do a two group study to see what the common denominators are!
I love them, but when I peel it off, my fingers get stained and absolutely nothing will take it off.
That happens to me too and it’s annoying!
I use a nail file (emoty board) to get any stains off from doing artwork. Maybe it will work for these stains.
On me Divine is a true burgundy red. It must be the undertone of your lips.
That’s entirely possible! I’m glad the color is what you expected and a true burgundy on you!
These unfortunately do not work for me they are gone in 2 hours. and it’s not like you’re gonna reapply the middle of the day at work and walk around with blue lips lol
I can relate to that. It’s strange how for some people it lasts all day long and doesn’t last long at all for us. I know it’s not lip prep either.
Light rose it looks red to me. All the 3 colours are similar.
I don't like them
Yeah, they feel too similar to me too. It wasn’t worth buying those three shades for me.