When
was the last time an inexpensive lipstick was launched in India ? The New Lakme Enrich Satin lipsticks you
say, what if told you there already is an excellent range of lipsticks available
for less ? Meet the Kryolan Lipstick in LC153 –a happy orange
PACKAGING ~ It comes in a boring silver bullet case with the shade number
written below. If you own multiple of these lipsticks, you’ll have to spend
some time searching for the one you want.
COLOR vs. SKIN TONE ~ LC153 is a bright, bang on orange color. It will suit all
skintones & covers up lip pigmentation. Since it is not a coral-orange, it
will suit all Indian skin tones very well.
APPLICATION & AFTER ~ LC153 gives full color in one swipe so ladies with pigmented lips (like
me) will enjoy this! The tube looks & feels dry, even while applying the
lipstick feels dry but its actually a creamy formula after application. It is
comfortable on the lips- that dry matte feeling is not there. The finish is
lightweight. It has a creamy matte texture & look, but I blot it out by
pressing my lips together to make it semi matte.
COLOR vs. STYLE ~ Since it’s a bright orange color, I can’t wear it to work.
Occasions like brunch or some other outing is a good time to wear this color.
It looks better outside so I’d suggest wearing it if you’re going on the beach
or something similar.
PRODUCT vs. DURABILITY ~ I press my lips together after applying LC153 to blot it, still
it transfers a little. I was happy to see that most of it was still there on my
lips after a meal! There was no feathering which again, I’m thrilled about, coz
its so embarrassing when your lipstick ends up around your mouth! I suggest
exfoliating lips well before use because it will cling to dry bits & settle
into lines (not visible until upclose) . It can be retouched with ease. It wore
well for 5-6 hours with lunch in between, I had to remove it after that. It was
comfortable to wear & did not dry my lips in this period.
PRODUCT vs. PRICE ~ Rs.250/ $4 for 4gm. Amazing value.
REMOVAL ~ Requires a makeup remover.
Overall Verdict: 4.5/5
I think that the Kryolan in LC153 is a wonderful
lipstick – affordable, pigmented, long lasting & comfortable to wear.
Kryolan is not easily available in all cities in India unfortunately, but if
you have a Kryolan store in your city, do try this out. Recommended!
