First impression? The blue goo looked straight out of a sci-fi movie. But after following the instructions (30 seconds, then wipe), I was left with the prettiest warm rose stain—like I'd just bitten into a berry.

What surprised me most was how it survived my coffee addiction. No weird cup rings! The color stayed put through my 9AM latte, lunch salad, and even my post-workout protein shake. Though I did notice it faded a bit after 4 hours—more like a 'your lips but better' subtle tint by then.

Pro tip: Exfoliate first! When I got lazy and skipped my lip scrub, the color clung to dry patches. But when prepped right? Chef's kiss. The matte finish made my thin lips look fuller without that sticky gloss feeling.

Would I repurchase? Absolutely—but maybe in 'XOXO' next time for days when I want something even more natural. This is my new secret weapon for Zoom calls where lipstick would smear on my water bottle.