Nearly Apricot
Rare Beauty Nearly Apricot Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip BalmRare Beauty Nearly Apricot Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm ($18.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a soft, light-medium coral with moderate, warm undertones and a jelly-like finish–too translucent and high-shine to be cream but shimmer-free. The texture was smooth, plush, and non-sticky, so it spread evenly over my lips without emphasizing my lip lines or catching on lip texture and felt comfortable to wear.
It had sheer to semi-sheer coverage, as marketed, and lasted for two hours–so shorter-wearing–but was hydrating over time.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
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- NARS Swing (P, $26.00) is darker, more pigmented, less glossy (85% similar).
- Jouer Champs-Elysees (P, $17.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- ColourPop Dream Queen (P, $8.00) is darker, warmer (85% similar).
- MAC Twinsies (LE, $19.00) is cooler (85% similar).
- MAC Voyeur-is-me (LE, $19.00) is darker, more pigmented (85% similar).
- Lisa Eldridge Muse (P, $23.50) is darker, more pigmented (85% similar).
- Sydney Grace Kaylie (P, $10.00) is darker, more pigmented (85% similar).
- NARS District (LE, $26.00) is darker, more pigmented (85% similar).
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Formula Overview
$18.00/0.12 oz. – $150.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have “long-lasting hydration” with a “non-sticky” feel and a “glossy wash of color.” They are sheer in coverage, as described, and keep in mind that this results in color that can look different based on one’s natural lip colors and does mean they tend to look more similar applied than differentiated, too.
The texture was smooth, balm-like, and plush–it felt more gel-like and cushiony on my lips, which made it comfortable to wear. They applied evenly, didn’t emphasize my lip lines or natural lip texture, and felt hydrating over time. Unsurprisingly, they weren’t a particularly long-wearing product and lasted between two and three hours at best.
Browse all of our Rare Beauty Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm swatches.
Ingredients
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Nymphaea Odorata Root Extract, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Fragrance/Parfum, [+/- May Contain/Peut Contenir: Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, 77492, 77499), Red 30 Lake (CI 73360), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850), Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140)].
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer)
at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable
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Nearly Berry
Rare Beauty Nearly Berry Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip BalmRare Beauty Nearly Berry Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm ($18.00 for 0.12 oz.) is a medium, muted raspberry with subtle, cool undertones and a jelly-like finish. It had a fair amount of shine, but the sheerer coverage made it look more translucent on the lips (hence “jelly” finish!).
The texture felt lightweight, smooth, and was non-sticky, and while it didn’t emphasize my lip lines, it was the least-smoothing and flattering (but this is relative!) compared to other shades in the formula. It stayed on well for two and a half hours on me and felt moisturizing.
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
- ColourPop Jubilee (P, $6.00) is darker, warmer (90% similar).
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- NARS Sexual Content (P, $26.00) is brighter, more pigmented (90% similar).
- Urban Decay Beso (P, $20.00) is darker, more pigmented (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Secret Lover (P, $30.00) is more shimmery, darker, more pigmented (85% similar).
- MAC Plum Bite (LE, $19.00) is darker, more pigmented (85% similar).
- NARS Fever Beat (P, $26.00) is darker, more pigmented, glossier (85% similar).
- MAC Mega Hug (LE, $20.00) is darker, more pigmented (85% similar).
- NYX Toasted Marshmallow (P, $5.99) is darker, more pigmented, warmer (85% similar).
- NARS Spike (LE, $26.00) is darker, more pigmented, cooler (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$18.00/0.12 oz. – $150.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to have “long-lasting hydration” with a “non-sticky” feel and a “glossy wash of color.” They are sheer in coverage, as described, and keep in mind that this results in color that can look different based on one’s natural lip colors and does mean they tend to look more similar applied than differentiated, too.
The texture was smooth, balm-like, and plush–it felt more gel-like and cushiony on my lips, which made it comfortable to wear. They applied evenly, didn’t emphasize my lip lines or natural lip texture, and felt hydrating over time. Unsurprisingly, they weren’t a particularly long-wearing product and lasted between two and three hours at best.
Browse all of our Rare Beauty Stay Vulnerable Glossy Lip Balm swatches.
Ingredients
Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Ethylene/Propylene/Styrene Copolymer, Butylene/Ethylene/Styrene Copolymer, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Phenoxyethanol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Nymphaea Odorata Root Extract, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Fragrance/Parfum, [+/- May Contain/Peut Contenir: Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891), Iron Oxides (CI 77491, 77492, 77499), Red 30 Lake (CI 73360), Red 7 Lake (CI 15850), Blue 1 Lake (CI 42090), Yellow 5 Lake (CI 19140)].
Disclaimer: Ingredient lists are as available by the brand (or retailer)
at the time of publishing. Please always check product packaging, if it exists, for the ingredient list applicable
to the product you’re purchasing, or the brand or retailer’s website for the most up-to-date ingredient list.
