Confession Lipstick - Lippenstift

Red 0: The Iconic Red That Redefines Bold Elegance

As someone who has been dedicated to Hourglass Cosmetics since 2016, I’ve finally found the perfect pair of lipsticks that truly stand out. The Perfect Nude: Known as "I'll Never Stop" (Beige Nude) in the Confession Ultra Slim High Intensity Lipstick range, this shade has been my go-to for years. It’s a beautifully subtle nude that complements a variety of looks, providing a sophisticated touch without overwhelming my natural beauty. Its smooth application and lasting power make it a staple in my collection. The Perfect Red: Entering my world with a bold new perspective, Red 0 in the Confession Ultra Slim High Intensity Lipstick has been nothing short of transformative. This stunning red is vibrant and striking, adding a daring pop of colour that is both eye-catching and elegant. It’s the ideal choice for when I want to make a statement without compromising on sophistication. For reference, my foundation is Laura Mercier's Real Flawless Weightless Perfecting Foundation in 4N2 Tea (medium with neutral undertones). My perfect shades are the Ambient Lighting Bronzer in Nude Bronze Light, Ambient Lighting Blush in Mood Exposure (soft plum), and Ambient Strobe Lighting Powder in Euphoric. Both shades not only offer remarkable colour payoff but also feel incredibly comfortable on the lips. Red 0 has quickly become a new favourite for its vibrant hue, while "I'll Never Stop" remains my reliable nude for everyday wear. Together, these lipsticks embody the perfect balance of subtlety and boldness, making them indispensable in my makeup routine. What I love about these lipsticks, besides the perfect shades, is the slim, sleek, and minimalist design. It feels elegant and modern, fitting perfectly in my makeup bag. Plus, the environmentally friendly refills make them a sustainable choice, aligning with my values while offering a high-quality product.

Worth the money for the packaging and quality

Beautiful. stylish. it's definitely a treat, but it's so comfortable and vibrant. it's semi-permanent in that it does come off as you eat/drink, yet the color "stain" remains vibrant underneath.

Perfect old-hollywood red

This formula is so unique to me and exactly what I've been dreaming of - it's thick and gives a kind of painted look to the lips reminiscent of old hollywood stars. As a lover of vintage fashion and makeup this is a new staple!

still stayed on my lips after eating and drinking

not only do i love the packaging but also the way it applies on the lips! it glides easily and also lasts a long time, you wouldn’t have to reapply often

so cool and unique!

i love the packaging. its so unique and easy to carry in purse for date night

The product consistently falls out of the packaging

Perfect size and shades

Amazing color choices and it glides smoothly. Perfect to carry in a bag.

Perfection, will keep refilling forever

This is THE most perfect red lipstick I’ve ever used. I bought it initially just to help support the vegan mission but ended up shoving aside all my other red lipsticks. Long lasting and perfect color.

My new go-to

I love the formula and the skinny stick is great for application! Lasts a long time and wears well.

Perfection. Please never discontinue!

This is the most beautiful red lipstick I have ever worn. I’ve spent so much time searching for the perfect shade - red always seems to pull either too orange or too pinky blue on me. This one is absolutely stunning! I hope they never discontinue it!

Vegan carmine red

Carmine is such an ancient pigment and I’m so glad there’s finally a vegan replacement. While most vegan red lipsticks lean slightly pink, this is truly neutral. I have a neutral light olive skin tone and this shows up as a medium retro red on me. The formula is the most elegant I’ve tried, and highly pigmented. I just put on one coat and go, whereas I usually put on a few and blot with other lipsticks. It does transfer a little but is pretty long-lasting and isn’t completely gone after eating. The amount of product is about a quarter of a standard lipstick bullet so this is definitely a luxury but worth it in my opinion.

Aus Liebe zum Käfer

Schade, dass Sephora nicht erklärt, was es mit diesem Lippenstift auf sich hat. Wer sich mit Lippenstiften auskennt weiß, dass es einen bestimmten Rot-Ton nur durch Carmin gibt. Und dieses Pigment wird aus dem Panzer bestimmter Schildläuse gewonnen. Alles andere also als vegan und cruelty free. Hourglass hat sich die Mühe gemacht, exakt diesen Rot-Ton nachzubauen, aber vegan. Deshalb auch der kleine Käfer auf dem Lippenstift. Der Lippenstift an sich hält genauso gut wie alle anderen confessions lipsticks, das Gehäuse ist auch mit allen anderen austauschbar. War für mich eher Sammlerstück, aber trage ihn auch manchmal. Punktabzug bekommt er nur, weil er wirklich wenig Produkt enthält.