Colorbar Velvette Matte Lipstick Review

Today we’re up with a post to share a classic yet attractive charm – The Red Lips

Honestly speaking of it, I started applying makeup after I turned 22 and invested in just the basics (I still wear only a BB cream as my base). The red lipstick happened to me for the first time and very recently. I bought the Colorbar’s Hearts & Tarts from the Velvet Matte Lipstick range. Ever since I started using, I have fallen in LOVE with their retro matte formula. So, I thought of writing a review on it, which would also help the first timers with the red.

Colorbar Velvet Matt Lipstick in Hearts and Tarts, is a bright red shade of lip colour offering a matte finish. This lip colour has a sober matte finish and provides a subtle shine. Enriched with vitamin E, this lipstick glides on effortlessly on the lips and can keep them hydrated for long hours. It has a creamy and thick pigmentation which gives off a rich colour in a single swipe. Though it comes with a matte look, it does not feel heavy or dry on the lips.

The shade has slight pink undertones and can ensure you a long stay, even after you have your meals. Coming in a silvery sleek body, this 4.2 g lip colour can be your every day companion, that you can carry around in your purse and brighten up your look any time in the day. 

Product: Colobar Velvette Matte lipstick in Hearts & Tarts

Price: INR 299

Weight: 4.2 g

Image illustration for one swipe depth of color

My experience

I belong to the middle tone complexion, hence the classic or cherry red would have not worked for me. The lipstick I needed should add light to my face and have a matte finish. The Colorbar Velvet Matte lipstick in Hearts & Tarts perfectly did that for me. It is a shade that comes under the brick reds, perfectly suited my complexion and just the needed amount of drama to my everyday look.

Pro’s

• A lipstick that glides and gives the required Matte finish in a non-drying composition
• Thick pigmentation gives great coverage in a single swipe!
• Lasts up to 5 Hours
• Doesn’t flake, crease or settle in the lines
• This colour suits most skin tones, specially the middle tone complexion
• You can make this a lot more wearable by adding a little amount of nude or peach for the dramatic nights rather than going for a full-coverage red finish
• This luxurious lipstick does not smudge and is transfer-proof, which makes it a great option for daily use, and can be reasons enough for you to buy Colorbar ‘Hearts and Tarts’

Cons

Well, none!

Follow these simple steps to get your perfect Red lipstick look:

1. Choose the right shade of red according to your skin tone
Fair complexion: Cherry reds, classic reds, true red and corals
Medium or olive tones: Brick red, Red with pink undertones
Dark complexion: Reds with burgundy or brown undertone

Test lipstick colors on your lips rather than your hands for the most accurate color match

2. Preferably pick the red matte as it gives the classic look and also lasts longer. Also, any time the matte red can be given the modern look by just adding a little gloss

3. If you are messy with the application of lipstick, use a lip liner to carefully outline your lips and then fill in the lipstick with a brush. Else, apply the lipstick directly on your lips and clean the excess on the edges.

4. Keep the rest of the look subtle by just applying an eyeliner of your choice. The red lipstick is a statement color, as too much makeup looks gaudy & childish.

Hope this review helped you in selecting that right shade of red. Write to us through emails or in the comments below to share your ideas & suggestions.

Have a good day :)