Pat McGrath has launched a new lip pencil called the Dramatique Mega Lip Pencil ($29 each). These are in large pencil form that require sharpening. They are available at Ulta Beauty, Sephora and Pat McGrath Labs.
I really like these. The pay off for every shade I tried is absolutely stunning. The formula is creamy and easy to apply with a matte finish. They glide on the lips without any tugging and the coverage is smooth and opaque. Once on the lips they have impressive lasting power and are one of the few lip products that don’t transfer to my teeth at all. They are not 100% transfer proof, but transfer to a cup or napkin is minimal once it sets on the lips. I also like that they feel relatively weightless on the lips which is a huge plus especially in the hot summer months.
I wish they were in a twist up formula or came with a razor, but for a matte lip formula I really like them. They may look a bit dry if you have dry lips, but this can be fixed with a lip balm or primer. If you haven’t tried it MAC Prep + Prime Lip Primer I think it should. It’s the best lip primer that helps smooth the surface of the lips, adds a light veil of moisture and really helps lipsticks go on smoother without feathering.
The shades are all on point – I think I can see myself wearing every color (except red though, since I rarely wear reds). Some of the neutrals look similar on the hand, but on my lips there is a definite difference in the undertone. Darker shades will stain the lips, but lip primer is very good at preventing staining.
- Naked Venus it’s a light cool nude pink
- Coralust it’s a neutral peachy pink
- Divine Rose it is a warm mauve rose
- Naked Seduction it’s a warm dusty rose
- Naked Oasis it is a warm brown rose
- Flesh3 it is a mahogany rose brown
- Garnet Shine it is a deeper shade of wine
- Belle Amour it’s a cool-toned berry with some fuchsia vibes (this color seems like it’s only available at Pat McGrath online, I like Belle Amour’s Lip Fetish Balm color version much better)
- OBSESSED! it’s an electric bright orange red
I tested the lips from the following shades, also wearing:
Total love. I’m not usually a fan of matte lips but I love the colors and lasting power of these shades. I would say my top 3 are Coralust, Nude Seduction and Divine Rose.
Available at Ulta Beauty, Sephora and Pat McGrath Labs..
6 shades received in PR and 3 purchased by me
