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I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again — I’m a bit of a snob when it comes to beauty products. I keep my makeup bag stocked with tried and true favourites from Sephora mainstays like Laura Mercier, Summer Fridays, and ILIA because I love investing in my routine. But that doesn’t mean I turn my nose up at all drugstore finds. The opposite, actually. I celebrate when I find an affordable beauty staple that gives me the same benefits as its luxury counterparts. My newest obsession? Glad you asked. It’s the .
While I already have a few lip oils in my current rotation (the and both deserve their flowers), I've been on the hunt for something that doesn’t run me $30~ dollars. Something I can wear every day and not save for special occasions. I’m happy to report that e.l.f. answered my prayers in a budget-friendly $10 package.
Now let’s get into the details about this cult-favourite product. It’s a non-sticky tinted lip oil infused with apricot oil, avocado oil, jojoba oil, and pomegranate oil, making it ultra-nourishing and hydrating. It can be worn on its own for a sheer wash of colour or layered over your favourite lipstick for a glossy finish. The chubby wand makes application a breeze, too — one swipe will give you all that you need. As with all e.l.f. products it’s 100% cruelty-free and vegan.
There are seven shades available, ranging from transparent to bolder, punchier tones. I’m personally into the colourless option () as I can wear it in place of a balm on my no-makeup days and not feel like I’m doing too much — I actually rolled out of bed and slapped it on before my 7 a.m. pilates class to feel a bit more alive. I am, however, very tempted to place an order for the berry shade () before the holiday season begins.
Reviewers are just as obsessed as I am with the . They love the nourishing, non-sticky formula and say that it keeps their lips feeling hydrated all day long. The high-shine finish is also a major hit. It's earned itself an average rating of 4.5 stars across nearly 7,000 reviews.
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