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Tarte LipSurgence™ Lip Luster
What it is:A lip treatment that gives lips a natural shimmering flush while softening and moisturizing lips.What it does:As a follow up to Tarte's best-selling LipSurgence(TM) natural lip tints, these shimmering lip lusters give a high dose of color and shine in an easy twist-up stick. Just like the original, Tarte's LipSurgence(TM) technology delivers a surge of moisture on a cellular level for a naturally plump appearance; natural peppermint adds a refreshing burst of flavor with each application.What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Sulfates- Synthetic Fragrances- Petrochemicals- Phthalates- GMOs- TriclosanWhat else you need to know:The old meets the new with the infusion of our high-performance natural LipSurgence(TM) technology which is clinically proven to increase moisture content by an astonishing 6000%. This proprietary blend effectively increases skin's water content for a 'plumped up' appearance leaving lips defined, smoothed, and hydrated. The result is naturally fuller, healthier lips without any irritation or stinging. Like the cheek stains, each shade of these natural lip stains will leave a natural hint of tint that will last throughout the day. These shades are great to wear alone or pair with your favorite tarte lipgloss. This product is free from animal testing, formaldehyde donors, oil, talc, MEA/ DEA/ TEA.Research Results:-6000% increase in lips' moisture content
Questions & Answers for Tarte LipSurgence™ Lip Luster
Question
how does this differ from 2 other lipsurgance products
i would like to know if this has the staying power of a lipstain and how it differs from the other 2 lipsurgance products
asked 2 years, 4 months ago on LipSurgence™ Lip Luster
5anna
(shelby, N.C.)
11 answers
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answer 1
I have the original Lipsurgence lipstick and it stays on me longer than the new luster one...but I like the new Luster colors better!
answered 1 year, 7 months ago
smilysassy
(Boston,Mass)
answer 2
I wouldn't get it. love the others but this one has grainy bits of glitter/shimmer in it. You can feel it and once the gloss wears off, you're left with sparkles. Not cool.
answered 1 year, 9 months ago
gabriellern
(Pittsfield, Maine)
answer 3
The darker colors in the lip surgences are the most likely to stain. The lighter colors do not stain my lips at all. I like to put these on after I brush my teeth right before I go to sleep. They really sink in over night. When I wake up, I have a nice stain to my lips. The berrys and reds stain better in the original and luster formulas. During the day, the matte lasts longer through talking, drinking, eating.
The finishes are all different. The matte has an almost powder over lipstick effect. It is the creamiest and lasts the longest. The original has a nice slip to it. It has a balmy texture. I have heard others describe it as the look of a gloss. I think it looks like you just licked your lips, not quite what I would describe as glossy. This one stains nicely over night. The lusters are the ones that remind me more of a gloss. They have the same balmy feel as the original. They have shimmer and the same licked lip effect. The darker colors in the lusters stain the lips nicely over night as well. I find the lusters the most moisturizing. Just be sure not to apply any other balm if you are going to use it over night to stain. Just use this. Also, reapply a few times throughout the day. I personally love them. My favorite 'mix' is moody with exposed. Moody at night. Exposed during the work day with just a touch of moody so it doesn't wash me out.
The finishes are all different. The matte has an almost powder over lipstick effect. It is the creamiest and lasts the longest. The original has a nice slip to it. It has a balmy texture. I have heard others describe it as the look of a gloss. I think it looks like you just licked your lips, not quite what I would describe as glossy. This one stains nicely over night. The lusters are the ones that remind me more of a gloss. They have the same balmy feel as the original. They have shimmer and the same licked lip effect. The darker colors in the lusters stain the lips nicely over night as well. I find the lusters the most moisturizing. Just be sure not to apply any other balm if you are going to use it over night to stain. Just use this. Also, reapply a few times throughout the day. I personally love them. My favorite 'mix' is moody with exposed. Moody at night. Exposed during the work day with just a touch of moody so it doesn't wash me out.
answered 1 year, 10 months ago
quesoluvr
(Bethlehem, PA)
answer 4
definately not the staying power of a stain, but it also doesn't have any of the down sides of a stain, weird color, drying, stinging etc............... the luster has a little shimmer to it not to much just right.
answered 1 year, 10 months ago
jkld
(chandler arizona)
answer 5
It doesn't have much staying power. It wears off pretty fast. Bummer.
answered 1 year, 11 months ago
adele66
(Huntington Beach, CA)
answer 6
i wouldn't say it was like a lipstain, more like a lipstick/gloss hybrid product. very glittery
answered 2 years ago
jdollaga
(Sacramento, CA)
answer 7
The "luster" variety has a tiny bit of glitter for sparkle - but in a shimmery sort of way.
answered 2 years, 2 months ago
mplsfashionista
(Minneapolis MN)
answer 8
I don't find this to have any more staying power than a normal lipstick! I was quite disappointed in that. I have also tried Tarte's Natual Lip Stain (the original one), and it is exactly the same, but without the added sparkle, shimmer, and glitter.
Hope this helps!
Hope this helps!
answered 2 years, 2 months ago
mertle88
(Charlottesville, VA)
answer 9
Mattes are dry. didn't like them. These are just like the originals with glitter, but I don't think they stay as long. None of them are really staining but I didn't think these left as much color as the originals.
answered 2 years, 2 months ago
missmary
(Millstone, NJ)
answer 10
This is not a lipstain. It's kinda like a combination of lipstick and lip balm.
answered 2 years, 3 months ago
brigbeach
(Brigantine, NJ)
answer 11
None of these products are lip stains in the traditional sense. They stay much longer than regular glosses or lipsticks, but they are not going to wear for 6+ hours like a true stain would. However, these are incredibly moisturizing and actually improve your lips over time. Plus, they are really easy to carry in your purse and apply without a mirror so don't be deterred by the fact that you have to reapply. I put mine on at 8am and it lasts until lunch, so you get 4+ hours out of them, which is still really good and your lips won't ever feel dried or cracked.
The new lip lusters have noticeable shimmer or sparkle to them (but not glitter pieces). The original LipSurgence™ Natural Lip Luster has a subtle sheen, but is more like a lipstick in its finish and definitely does not have shimmer. And the mattes are true matte with no sheen at all.
These new lip lusters are definitely the most sheer out of all 3 types, but I do love the LipSurgence™ Natural Lip Luster in Adored, which is a true medium pink and wakes my whole look up without seeming overdone for day or night. All of these products are really worth the money and since the product is solid and not a liquid in a tube, it lasts a long time.
The new lip lusters have noticeable shimmer or sparkle to them (but not glitter pieces). The original LipSurgence™ Natural Lip Luster has a subtle sheen, but is more like a lipstick in its finish and definitely does not have shimmer. And the mattes are true matte with no sheen at all.
These new lip lusters are definitely the most sheer out of all 3 types, but I do love the LipSurgence™ Natural Lip Luster in Adored, which is a true medium pink and wakes my whole look up without seeming overdone for day or night. All of these products are really worth the money and since the product is solid and not a liquid in a tube, it lasts a long time.
answered 2 years, 3 months ago
lyinlyon
(Boston, MA)
Question
color? help pleasee
i have medium skin and brown hair with green eyes im looking for the best color or a color close to raspberryish rose i like arias lips from pretty little liars any suggestions?
asked 2 years, 3 months ago on LipSurgence™ Lip Luster
manndaa
(miami ,FL)
11 answers
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answer 1
I like to mix the rose & plum together! They are selling a mini duo of them!
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
rockinrover
(Cambria, CA.)
answer 2
i would try pouty which is sort of a berry but depending on how much you put on can be many different shades of pink
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
koolkatz
answer 3
Pouty is raspberry like. I know it is being described as a berry. It is more of a raspberry.
answered 1 year, 10 months ago
quesoluvr
(Bethlehem, PA)
answer 4
Try "frisky" (lipsurgence). It's got that pink that I think you're looking for :)
answered 1 year, 10 months ago
fitstyle09
answer 5
The color Pouty would be great for the color you are wanting, but only if you like some sparkle!
answered 1 year, 11 months ago
darlingali
(Morehead, KY)
answer 6
Amused is a deep pink which is almost rose. Hope that helps :)
answered 2 years ago
thelovelywife
(Florida)
answer 7
Sample in-store and go from there. I did the same with my pale skin and brown eyes. I had fun and the employee was helpful and enthusiastic. You may even get a sample. ( ;
answered 2 years ago
sybil
(Brewer, Maine)
answer 8
Pouty is the color you want...it has a raspberry-ish color but sheer
answered 2 years, 1 month ago
marins
(Springfield, MA)
answer 9
try Moody from the orginal Natual Lip Tint.
answered 2 years, 2 months ago
missmary
(Millstone, NJ)
answer 10
Pouty is the berry shade that best fits what you described, but be aware that it's also the brightest of the shades. It's a true fuschia berry. Frisky is a lighter pink, but it's got a peachy tint to it. Adored is going to be much lighter and too baby pink for what you want.
Based on the color that you want, I would suggest going for Enchanted in the original Natural Lip Stain with LipSurgence™ Technology:
http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P255102&categoryId=C12001
It's a great medium, berry-rose shade that's very easy to wear for day or night.
Based on the color that you want, I would suggest going for Enchanted in the original Natural Lip Stain with LipSurgence™ Technology:
http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P255102&categoryId=C12001
It's a great medium, berry-rose shade that's very easy to wear for day or night.
answered 2 years, 3 months ago
lyinlyon
(Boston, MA)
answer 11
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answered 2 years, 3 months ago
1877SEPHORA
(San Francisco, CA)
Question
How is it different than the other lipsurgence products?
does it just haave a slight shimmer?
asked 2 years, 4 months ago on LipSurgence™ Lip Luster
epiphanyhappens
11 answers
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answer 1
Yes, this product has a gorgeous finely milled shimmer to it.
answered 1 year, 6 months ago
lulu68
(Burnaby, B.C. Canada)
answer 2
Yes, it has a nice shimmer, and a rich but naturalish coloiur.
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answered 1 year, 7 months ago
efwright
(Edmonton, AB)
answer 3
It's pretty shimmery and a little more sheer than the others.
answered 1 year, 9 months ago
mbn134050
answer 4
Yes. The mattes have a very matte, almost powder over lipstick, look to them. The mattes are also the longest lasting, but the least moisturizing...in my opinion. The original has a slight shine, not quite what I think of as glossy, but more like you just licked your lips. They have a nice slip to them. Feel more like a balm, where the matte feels like a lip stick. The darker colors in the original formula stain the lips the best. I like to wear the darker colors on my lips before I go to sleep. When I wake up, my lips are fully stained and I bring the original with me for reapplying mostly for the balm like feel. Just do not wear additional balm in conjunction or it won't sink in and stain. The luster reminds me more of a gloss than the others. It has shimmer in it. Has the same balmy feel as the original, but with shimmer.
answered 1 year, 10 months ago
quesoluvr
(Bethlehem, PA)
answer 5
Yes, it has a shimmer whereas the matte ones and the other ones do not. The glitter is NOT overbearing, though! It goes on beautifully and looks beautiful as well. It looks great at the beach, too!
answered 1 year, 10 months ago
fitstyle09
answer 6
It shimmers where as the others don't.
answered 2 years ago
thelovelywife
(Florida)
answer 7
This has a slight shimmer but does not overpower.
answered 2 years ago
sybil
(Brewer, Maine)
answer 8
The lipsurgence item extremely glittery. It was my case with the color pouty, anyway.
answered 2 years ago
mzlizzy03
(Chicago, IL)
answer 9
I have also tried Tarte's Natural Lip Stain (the original one), but this one has a ton of sparkle and shimmer. The original formula does not. I think you will love this if you like shimmery lip products, but hate it if you want a subtle luminosity. I tried the shade "Buff" and it doesn't have very much pigmentation (however, it is the nude shade), so that is another thing to consider.
answered 2 years, 2 months ago
mertle88
(Charlottesville, VA)
answer 10
The new lip lusters have noticeable shimmer or sparkle to them (but not glitter pieces). The original LipSurgence™ Natural Lip Luster has a subtle sheen, but is more like a lipstick in its finish and definitely does not have shimmer. And the mattes are true matte with no sheen at all.
These new lip lusters are definitely the most sheer out of all 3 types, but I do love the LipSurgence™ Natural Lip Luster in Adored, which is a true medium pink and wakes my whole look up without seeming overdone for day or night.
These new lip lusters are definitely the most sheer out of all 3 types, but I do love the LipSurgence™ Natural Lip Luster in Adored, which is a true medium pink and wakes my whole look up without seeming overdone for day or night.
answered 2 years, 3 months ago
lyinlyon
(Boston, MA)
answer 11
it has alot of shimmer,maybe a bit to much for the over 35 crowd!
answered 2 years, 3 months ago
jessieb
(marinette,wi)
Question
wear and in-store purchase!
i was wondering if this lasts as long as the regular stain version does, or does it disappear quickly like a regular gloss if you drink water, etc.
also i can't find it in any store yet, but will it be in stores soon? i'd love to test it out.
also i can't find it in any store yet, but will it be in stores soon? i'd love to test it out.
asked 2 years, 4 months ago on LipSurgence™ Lip Luster
uper
(new york)
11 answers
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answer 1
Yes it is in stores, and if it does not explode on you it does last a long time. It seems a little wet when first applied but your lips obsorb the moiture and it feels wonderful.
answered 1 year, 11 months ago
evijogirl
(Fayetteville, North Carolina)
answer 2
this lasts longer than lip gloss. and it not quite as shinny.
answered 1 year, 11 months ago
golfer21
(w.bloomfield. michigan)
answer 3
I've never tried the stain version but I can tell you that this is NOT long wearing. It feels great on the lips and extremely moisturizing but if you're looking for something long lasting then this is not it.
answered 1 year, 11 months ago
lizette
(New York)
answer 4
Not quite as long but you'll definitely get a long wear out of each application.
answered 2 years ago
thelovelywife
(Florida)
answer 5
The sample I finished with lasted a while. These are sold in the Portland, ME store and may be in other locations since Portland, Maine's store is small.
answered 2 years ago
sybil
(Brewer, Maine)
answer 6
It is in stores now. I wear a lipstick under this product and this product helps my lipstick last all day. This does not have a high shine but a gives a natural moisturized look, well aside from the shimmer. I am happy with its performance. I do reapply about 3 times a day (4 if I wear it into the evening) but it is soo easy.
answered 2 years, 2 months ago
brownidgurl
answer 7
It is more like a tinted chapstick than a lip gloss and it wears off pretty quickly.
answered 2 years, 2 months ago
jc03
(Statesboro, GA)
answer 8
in my opinion the color doesn't last as long, but it still lasts much longer than anything else I've tried.
Hope that helps!
Hope that helps!
answered 2 years, 2 months ago
kaitbeth
(Rochester, NY)
answer 9
It does last pretty long - several hours, even when I was drinking iced tea. I was actually surprised that it lasted so long. It's not super-long-lasting like some of the lipstains you can buy, but it does last for several hours, longer than a typical lip gloss or lip blam usually does.
answered 2 years, 3 months ago
katemckay
(Kansas City, MO)
answer 10
These new lip lusters were in my sephora store when I went today (2/8/11), but if you call your local store they will quickly tell you if they are in stock.
The lip lusters are definitely sheerer than the original lip stain or matte version. I think they still last awhile, but since they aren't as deeply pigmented, I reapplied more frequently. But they still last 3+ hours. Frisky is my favorite shade - medium peachy-pink.
The lip lusters are definitely sheerer than the original lip stain or matte version. I think they still last awhile, but since they aren't as deeply pigmented, I reapplied more frequently. But they still last 3+ hours. Frisky is my favorite shade - medium peachy-pink.
answered 2 years, 3 months ago
lyinlyon
(Boston, MA)
answer 11
Unfortunately we do not have an estimated date of arrival for this item in our stores. If it is not available in store in the next few weeks, we suggest asking the store for more information. Thanks!
answered 2 years, 3 months ago
1877SEPHORA
(San Francisco, CA)
Question
How does Joy (peach) compare with Glisten (peach)
For those of you who own or have tried Joy and Glisten. What is the diffrence between them?
asked 2 years, 3 months ago on LipSurgence™ Lip Luster
Anonymous
(CA)
6 answers
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answer 1
Bought Glisten. Much paler than it looked in the store. I wanted more of a peachy color. Disappointed.
answered 1 year, 3 months ago
archi1
(Port Washington, NY)
answer 2
Joy is more of a lip color than Glisten. Glisten is more sheer and it is shimmery. It is more pink than Joy. Joy is just glossy and slightly darker, and more of a coral. I would recommend Glisten over Joy if you don't mind shimmer.
answered 1 year, 9 months ago
mbn134050
answer 3
They are similar. I think if you love joy, you will love glisten. I think joy is a touch (a little little bit) darker than glisten. Not very noticeable once it is on the lips. They are different enough, with the lusters having shimmer, that you will not be upset or feel like you have two of the same color.
answered 1 year, 10 months ago
quesoluvr
(Bethlehem, PA)
answer 4
Sorry, I have not used those shades. ) :
answered 2 years ago
sybil
(Brewer, Maine)
answer 5
I own Glisten and I believe that it is a slightly softer, more shimmery shade of peach. I have very, very fair skin and Glisten is not too orangey. Hope this helps!
answered 2 years, 1 month ago
rengirl16
(Lexington, KY)
answer 6
IMO, Joy looks like a dark peachy nude and Glisten is a light shimmery peach. I like Glisten best.
answered 2 years, 2 months ago
Melissa
(Brooklyn, NY)
Question
Which shades are most gritty?
For those of you who have purchased this lustre stain. Which color do you have and does it or does it not have the gritty sandish feel?
asked 9 months ago on LipSurgence™ Lip Luster
deetree
(South, Texas)
5 answers
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answer 1
I have it in buff. I love the color. It feels pretty smooth. It has glitter in it which makes it a little gritty but honestly I don't even feel it when it's on. It feels really nice and smooth.
answered 2 months, 3 weeks ago
GinMaria
(Puerto Rico)
answer 2
I use glisten and it never feels gritty to me, even though it looks like it would be gritty. I love it.
answered 5 months ago
HannahES
(Greensboro, NC)
answer 3
I absolutely love Glitzy!! It's the most recent one I've tried and I find the color is great, it's smooth and feels nice on my lips! No gritty feeling at all!
answered 5 months, 1 week ago
gratefulvip
(Coshocton, OH)
answer 4
I bought the Tarte LipSurgence Lip Luster in Frisky and it definitely is gritty feeling.
answered 5 months, 3 weeks ago
amkishta
(Indianapolis, IN)
answer 5
I found that Adored is very gritty!
answered 8 months ago
barook84
(St. Louis, MO)
Question
Can I get samples of a few colors?
I would like to get samples of pouty and adored. I got one of glisten and loved the way it felt. I am just not close to a store and wanted to order some of this but was afraid I would not get the color best suited for me.
asked 9 months ago on LipSurgence™ Lip Luster
Jerrjerr
(Madison, GA)
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Question
Color match?
I am living with Celiacs disease but a lover of the buxom lip gloss in Brandi that I just found out is not gluten free :(. Can you tell me which of these Tarte colors would be close?
asked 10 months ago on LipSurgence™ Lip Luster
hidjmt
(Bozeman, mt)
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