REVIEW: Essence Longlasting Lipsticks

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Alrighty, so today I'll be reviewing a few lipsticks by a drugstore brand called Essence. They're affordable, lightweight and ideal for girls on-the-go, who like only a wash of color on the lips which is subtle enough to be worn on an everyday basis.
However, I've found that these lippies can double up as a lip stain and a lipstick topper if worn over insanely matte liquid lipsticks.

So, Essence Cosmetics launched their new line of long lasting lipsticks a while ago. The fact that this brand is my ultra favourite one for nail colours and nail treatment therapy polishes, it was mandatory for me to try their lipsticks. You guys, I was not disappointed at all. To be honest, I was pleased to the extent that now I own six of these goodies. Now, onto the actual review.

The Packaging
So these lipsticks come in a nice and sophisticated, matte black standard casing. The case feels luxurious to the touch and definitely are not flimsy or of cheap quality. However, they don't come in a cardboard box that normal lipsticks come in, which in complete honesty is not a big issue for me. It also has a plastic ring at the centre of the casing which is different for every tube, corresponding to the colour of the actual lipstick. Once you open the lid, you reveal a perfect lipstick which has the 'e' logo embossed on the bullet. The applicator edge is perfectly cut to ensure you can go over your lips with precision. I must add that this edge remains sharp for a couple of uses, unlike many other lipsticks I've tried from the drugstore and/or high-end.

The Formula:
These lipsticks are semi-glossy/satin-finished once applied on the lips. They are sheer and not as highly pigmented. I mean obviously, you can't expect Mac's pigmentation from a product as cheap as this. It has a balmy feel once applied on the lips. It's incredibly light-weight on the lips and you don't even feel like you're wearing lipstick, because it almost feels like Baby Lips from Maybelline.
You know what? I kinda like the fact that they're sheer and buildable. You can go over the lipstick again and again to intensify the colour pay-off.
They're highly moisturizing and don't dry out the lips at all. Neither do they accentuate dryness or lines on the lips. So kudos to essence for that!
The lipsticks aren't as long-lasting, though. For me, the colour stays on for about 2-3 hours without eating or drinking.
These lippies are perfect for teenagers out there. The colours are playful and girly, yet not too loud or bold that they'll look nasty on young girls.

The Shades/Colours:

01 Coral Calling
As the name may explain itself, it's a nice orangey, peachy pink colour. It's an okay-ish colour for me. I think it'll suit much paler/lighter complexions out there. On my darker girls, I suggest you skip on this colour as I think it'll look sickly and sorta dirty. But if you apply one thin layer, I think it would look good because then, it wouldn't be as in-your-face.
In my opinion, it's a perfect summery go-to shade for lighter skinned girls.

04 On the Catwalk!
Looking out for a lipcolor that makes a statement like red but isn't as overpowering? Well then see no further because this is what awaits for you. This is a light red with dark pink undertones, to the extent that it looks like a really pretty your lips but darker and brighter kinda colour.
Definitely would suit any skin-tone.
It's a must-have​ for me atleast. It's just perrrrrfect!

06 Barely There!
As the name suggests, it's a perfect your lips but better sort of a colour. Once you apply it, it doesn't even show as if your lips are covered in lipstick. It's one of the prettiest nudes that I have. It's just that perfect kind of nude which is suitable to be worn on an everyday basis to give just a tiny tint of color or with an intense smokey eye where your lips have to be understated. If you don't own this colour, I highly highly urge you to. It is an exact dupe to Mac's Half and Half.
It's an ideal combo of brown and pink with a slightly mauvy, Kylie Jenner kinda undertone. Can it be any better?!

09 Wear Berries!
A really beautiful and girly pink colour. It's a pretty blue-undertonal vivid pink. Ideally a very spring-appropriate colour. If you're into wearing alot of girly pinks, you surely wouldn't want to miss this one out.
Also I've noticed, it can make your teeth appear whiter, so that's a plus.

03 Dare to Wear
It is a sheerer and a semi-glossy dupe to Mac's Ruby Woo. It's a deep brick red with blue undertones. Perfect for every skin-tone, in my opinion. This stuff is definitely not for the faint-hearted ones!

15 Oh So Matt!
I'd suggest you pass this one out. It's the most pathetic lipstick I own. Super pale, concealer-looking and slippy. Yikes! Also this is so pigmented and matte that you'll always overdo it. Also the formula of this lipstick is very different than the others. It's an extremely pale pink nude which is meant for porcelain beauties. I'd you're even more than NC-15 at Mac, don't even think of getting this. You'll be in regrets.

Availability
These lippies are available at any essence makeup counter. It isn't a brand which you'll have trouble with finding. If you live in Islamabad, D'Watson carries Essence's makeup. These lipsticks retail for PKR 430 each.