S'Stains Long-Lasting Satin Lip Shines (from ABL): S'stains are 100% natural, paraben-and petrochemical-FREE satin-y lip glosses. Each color is packed with natural lip conditioners, like shea butter, vitamin E and the near-miraculous ARGAN OIL! It also packs a pleasantly plumping trio of essential oils (cassia, peppermint, and ginger) - JUST ENOUGH to smooth fine lines and give you the perfect pout without stinging (ouchies!).
I selected 80's Pink, which is a sheer, bright bubblegum pink with white and violet shimmers. The Lip Shine comes in a squeeze tube with a slant-tip applicator. Satin Lip Shine is quite an accurate descriptor. It's not a gloss, but there's more shine than a balm...the finish is satin. It gives the lips a nice, natural sheen. S'Stains are not sticky or tacky. The texture is reminscent of Burt's Bees Lip Shines, if you've ever tried those.
The plumping action, well, honestly it's hard to tell on me. I will say, no stinging, and just an ever-so-slight slight tingling, that didn't bother me at all. Usually, just the tingling sensation that is in most plumpers is enough to keep me away, but I'm totally fine with this. The scent is really pleasing and not overwhelming. I first thought, "Mmm, cinnamon!" But, after reading the description, I totally pick up the peppermint and ginger.
Wearability, well, I wouldn't necessarily say it's long-wearing. The sheen fades within an hour or so, and the color lasted about three hours (and yes, I ate and drank). Afterward, my lips did feel nice and soft, and with the shea butter, vitamin E, and Argan Oil, I can only imagine they'll feel even better with regular use of this lip shine.
Overall, I really like the Lip Shine, and I plan on getting a couple more. They're available through A Beautiful Life and are $14 each for 10mL (oddly enough, I can't find them on UO's website anymore). I give the S'Stains Lip Shine 4 paws up!
Keep reading for my review and swatches of the Natural Nail Lacquer.
