Kat Von D - Lolita Lip Duo ( Review and Swatches)

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The most interesting beauty item that caught our eye the most in 2015 was the LIQUID LIPSTICK. The idea of having a matte lipstick in gloss like packaging, makes you WHAT??? NO WAY!!! HOLY MOLY!!!! Yes, the sweet roller coaster of emotions as you get the perfectly comfortable and beautifully packed lipstick in liquid form.

It was such a sought after product that almost every brand has launched a fine exquisite of their own range in liquid lipsticks. From LimeCrime to Stila to Colorpop to KYLIE's range, the market is flooded with the sublime ranges. But having so many options means you have to opt for whats best for you and your pocket. I have tried a few brands (which I will be reviewing very soon too) but haven't spotted my best friend for life. Scroll down to know my thoughts on this lip duo by Kat Von D.

About the Product:

Kat Von D Beauty is basically known for, as it says on their website 

We are bold, unapologetic, outspoken and different in our own way. We are artists, poets and lovers. We are the outsiders and the insiders.

100% Cruelty Free Forever  

Their bold, fun, loud and wide range of products makes you crave for getting your hands on it. And when we talk about their liquid lipsticks, they are one of the kind. The product claim to be, as on their site

THE life-proof lipstick that will not wear off! Yes, you can eat, drink, make up, break up and mouth-off knowing your lips are gonna stay flawless through it all!
In 28 to-die-for shades, this creamy formula glides over lips like a gloss and sets to a true matte finish. Along with 24-hour wear and high-pigment color, the next-generation formula is packed with natural moisturizers, including Vitamin E and Sunflower Seed Wax. All-day wear has never felt so comfortable!
Live happily Everlasting!
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In this post I will be reviewing Kat Von D's limited addition Lolita Lip Duo which contains minis of her Everlasting Liquid Lipsticks in Lolita and Lolita II. These are 0.10 tubes (full-size tubes are 0.22 oz. for $22). It was part of 2015's holiday limited edition.

Packaging: 

It comes in a matte black box with two liquid lipsticks inside packed in black matte paper. The back of box has lip swatches of both shades, with the description of the shade's tones 

*2 MINI EVERLASTING LIQUID LIPSTICKS IN LOLITA, A CHESTNUT ROSE, AND LOLITA II, A TERRA COTTA NUDE.*

LONG WEAR. FULL COVERAGE. VELVET MATTE FINISH

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On one side of the package there is an other statement which says

ON THEIR OWN, THEY'RE ICONIC, TOGETHER THEY'RE INVINCIBLE.
DISCOVER THE SHADE THAT REDEFINED THE CLASSIC NEUTRAL LIP. THIS DUO OF COVETABLE FAVORITES FEATURES TWO TAKES ON CULT FAVORITE LOLITA; THE ORIGINAL CHESTNUT ROSE, AND LOLITA II, HER BRIGHTER ALTER EGO.

Side view

The Liquid lipsticks comes in a very slim gloss-like tube. Also, the Gothic floral details are beautiful. Its a very unique packaging since other liquid lipsticks usually don't have designs on their packaging. They have very mild scent which you can only feel if you stick your nose near the tube opening, which is always a plus for me because I am not much of a fan of strong scented products, specially lippies. The texture is creamy, mouse like which spreads easily on your lips without patching.

Left Lolita--- Right Lolita II 

Left Lolita--- Right Lolita II 

Lolita II

Lolita

My Thoughts

Both the shades are equally beautiful and totally compliment Asian skin tones. What makes this duo worth buying is Lolita II which is the recent addition to the Lolita set with more beautiful tones. Both the shades are flawlessly universal but I personally prefer Lolita II over Lolita. As the it is more nude than brown. Now coming towards the formula, it is the most comfortable one i have ever tried (Trust me). it doesn't made my lips tight or too dry. The color of  these liquid lipsticks look same on my lips too, as on the tube unlike other brands liquid lipsticks I have used. Both LL are quite pigmented and one swipe of product was enough to get the required shade. Finish is truly matte as it also appears in the swatches and once it is set, its doesn't move for well about 6 hours with little snacking and drinking, as claimed on their site. But make sure you exfoliate your lips before applying any liquid lipstick as they tend to cling in your dry patches. I don't really feel the need to line my lips before applying these, as the shades are nude and don't bleed. To remove this I use my Olay makeup remover and I was surprised to see that it came off pretty easily. So far hands down this formula is the best. Will definitely buy some more shades as it is worth every penny. 

Pros:

• Super Matte
• Mild Fragrance 
• Long wearing 
• Highly pigmented in one swipe 
• Transfer proof
• Universal shades 

Cons:

• Takes some time to dry up completely.
• Not easily available locally.
• Color may get uneven on second coat.

Price, Availability and Quantity:

This set retails for $20 and contains 2x 0.10 oz liquid lipstick in Lolita and Lolita II. And it is sold out at Sephora but some Facebook pages still have this duo instock.

Please do share your views in comment section below.

With Love,
Sana.