NARS Orgasm Afterglow Lip Balm - review

Hello everyone! Recently, I’ve used up my lip balm from Dior and started to look for something to dupe it. I needed a lip balm of soft finish with a subtle hint of color. In fact, I also wanted it to be moisturizing and that moisture would last more than the lip balm itself on my lips. I opted for a NARS product because wanted to try out anything from them rather long.

 

Packaging:

Well, it’s high-end, no doubt. The balm was packed into a black matte box. Inside, it had a beautiful gentle pink lip balm. It’s golden rose. The top cap closes with a click.

The balm seems very gentle. I mean, it can even be said to be buttery. Also, it offers a nice and sweet smell.

 

In the swatch, the color is barely detectable. It’s semi-sheer and gentle pink. Also, the formula is infused with golden shimmer which gives some interesting color to my lips too.

 

Price: $28.00

Size: 3g

How to use:

I tried to apply it on my nude lips, this way the effect is natural, and a little bit glowy-pink.

 

The second option for me is to apply it on top of a nude lip liner. This way, my lips are poutier and bright.

 

The balm stays put for about an hour, not more. After that, it somehow quickly fades away and I apply it again.

 

What does the product promise and what do we have?

Monoï Hydrating Complex: Provides long-lasting hydration for smooth, supple comfort.

 

In fact, while the product is still on, my lips are hydrated. In general, it feels good BUT: those micro-shimmer bits are really harsh. I feel them like sand on my lips.

Blend of Antioxidants: Provides daily protection against environmental aggressors.

 

For me, the most disappointing thing is that my lips are absolutely dry once the formula leaves them. I mean, it feels like I need immediate moisture from a lip balm, mask, anything.

When I apply it again, it feels normal but not for long, for 1-1.5 hours in total. I’ve never experienced anything of that kind with the Dior product. My lips were hydrated and supple even after the product disappeared.

 

A hydrating lip balm with a subtle hint of color and a radiant finish in the universally-flattering Orgasm shade.

 

When it comes to the color, I can’t say anything bad here. It’s perfect! So beautiful and gentle, flawless pink shade with golden shimmer. Awesome, and I’m very pleased with it when it comes to the shade.

 

The bottom line:

If you ask me whether I’d buy this product again or no, I’d say no. For me, a lip balm is something more than just a beautiful packaging and a pretty color finish. I also value lip moisture which is absent here. I have to admit that all, despite loving it for all its other characteristics.

 

I give it 4 stars out of 5. Decide it on your own whether to buy it or not.

Thanks for your attention to my post. I hope you found it informative.