Colourpop Lippie Stix in Brink - "A warm dusty taupe in a matte finish. Curated by @brittanysuleiman. Inspired by the insta-famous Kylie lip. Full coverage, super long wearing, ultra-comfortable & seriously loaded with pigment in a matte finish." - via colourpop.com

Colourpop Lippie Stix in Brink

Hey guys. I'm back on the saddle testing out the collection of lipsticks that I have been neglecting lately.  I feel that despite getting little to almost no sleep (only four hours max), I have the energy and enthusiasm to try out more products. I can literally say "Makeup is my drug."

Colourpop Lippie Stix in Brink

I have rummaged through my stash and found this Colourpop baddie. I can't believe I have been neglecting this one. I remember using this shade for one week straight when I first got it (See: Sneak Peek). Somehow, this got lost in the pile so it's fortunate that I my love for it has been rekindled. *_*

On lips: Colourpop Lippie Stix in Brink

Brink is described as a "warm dusty taupe" with warm undertone and a matte finish. The shade looks a medium coral nude on me and is actually similar to MAC Kinda Sexy (see comparisons below) but with more brown on it.

Swatch: Colourpop Lippie Stix in Brink (No Flash)

Swatch: Colourpop Lippie Stix in Brink (With Flash)

These (matte) Lippie Stix all have similar formulas. Despite being matte, they are creamy and smooth. They also don't suck out the moisture out of my lips and I feel comfortable wearing them. On the lips, the color looks lush and creamy without any sheen (which I like).

On lips: Colourpop Lippie Stix in Brink

Pigmentation is also commendable as I feel that one layer can give very opaque coverage. Texture is very lightweight and non-goopy. I also didn't notice any settling along the lip lines. Application is smooth - it didn't emphasize any dry patches and flakiness.

Colourpop Lippie Stix in Brink

Wear time is average and I got four to five hours without reapplying. This is not transfer- and budge- proof so it will stick to your coffee cup and what nots. You also have to freshen it up a little after eating and drinking.

Colourpop Lippie Stix in Brink

Pros:
- Beautiful nude shade
- Smooth, creamy texture
- Lightweight formula
- Even, easy application
- Light vanilla scent
- Affordable

Cons:
- None

Colourpop Lippie Stix in Brink

I have swatched Brink against a couple of my MAC lipsticks (Kinda Sexy and Velvet Teddy). As you can see Brink is almost the love child of Kinda Sexy and Velvet Teddy. Kinda Sexy is the most coral-toned, Velvet Teddy is darker with more brown while Brink sits in between with it being a nude coral with a dash of brown. I feel like you can probably get away with owning just one of these. Unless you're like me who will say they look very (absolutely!) different from each other so I definitely need tham all! :D

Swatch Comparison: (L-R) Colourpop Brink, MAC Kinda Sexy, MAC Velvet Teddy - No Flash

Swatch Comparison: (L-R) Colourpop Brink, MAC Kinda Sexy, MAC Velvet Teddy - With Flash