Lucky Citrine: The Body Shop Lip & Cheek Velvet Stick in Poppy Universal

It's been a while since my last The Body Shop review, and I'm amazed at how they always come up with new and interesting products. When I dropped by their new branch inside The SM Store Makati, I restocked on jumbo-sized shower gel and body butters since they were on crazy sale. This Lip & Cheek Velvet Stick wasn't on sale, but I wasn't able to resist. I have a thing with color-changing makeup. They're just so fascinating like that.

The Body Shop Lip & Cheek Velvet Stick in Poppy Universal

Indulge into your dark side with our transforming black Lip & Cheek Velvet Stick Universal Shade. By adapting to the unique pH of your skin the special formula turns into your own individual poppy shade. The final color will vary from individual to individual giving a unique, customized shade.

Suitable for both lips and cheeks
Velvety, petal-soft
Medium Coverage
Matte finish
Easy application
Subtle floral scent
Enriched with Community Fair Trade Beeswax from Cameroon

Swatches:

Just applied > Transforming > Blended

When worn:

The Body Shop Lip & Cheek Velvet Stick is so easy to apply and easy to blend. This universal shade is unique to each individual, and on me it turns from dark gray to a deep pinkish/purple color. It reminded me of The Body Shop's Cream Blush in Grape (the one that came in a tube, available 10 years ago but is now discontinued). Only, this one has a smoked poppy floral fragrance and lasts longer than the latter. It's fool-proof and more friendly for makeup beginners compared to tints. On my lips, it feels like a matte balm. You can blend it with your fingers to even it out. It also leaves a hint of stain on the lips. On me, it wears for about 5 hours on my face and lips. Retouching is convenient because it comes in a chubby pencil, which you can bring with you everywhere.