Is Blackmail similar to Fresh Sugar Plum?

I agree with others when they say try on in store if at all possible. Colors don't match the swatches you see here. I got Mug Shot (nude pink). Nude, yes, but I don't see any pink in this at all. This is going back to Sephora, will return in-store so I can choose what color is best for me.

only have two (so far) Busted -true red, Blackmail- Lush Plum both can be applied with a very light hand for a barely there effect or more heavily for full color impact.

The colors are sheer so they look nothing like the palet. I purchased from the store and had to open each b/c their color was not like the display color.. which would appear solid. I'm medium, olive tone and went with the dark color. Just keep in mind that they are somewhat sheer & glossy.

The lighter pink is what I have, and it's very light pink, with blue undertones. It's very glossy and not thick in color like a heavier lipstick or pencil might be. It's pretty on it's own, but to add more color to it, I actually use a thicker gloss that's the same shade, just a little thicker. The color on the bottom of the pencil, at least with the one I have, is completely different than the color of the actual tarnish. It looks like a bright creamy reddish pink in the pencil, and the end of the pencil is very light pink. The end of the pencil is closer to the actual color than the physical color of the lipstick. I know that sounds kind of confusing, but hopefully helps you some.

I didn't try the brighter pink pencil, but if it's anything like the other color I bought, it will be a light version of the end of the pencil.

Good luck!

I tried them all in my Sephora store:

Blackmail: Deep blackberry. I do wear this one and because I'm so fair it has a bit of a goth look if I apply too heavily. Looks great with intense jewel tones and dark smoky eyes.

Busted: Hot Rod Red. The basic every woman should own. Nice true red that works with neutrals as well as more dramatic colors. Had to have it first.

Caught on Videotape: Deep intense fuschia pink. Barbie pink on steroids. Not my color, but would give a big bright punch to a little black dress.

Wardrobe Malfunction: Pale baby pink. Again, so not my color. This would be a perfect pale lip with dark smoky or intesely colored eyes.

Hope this helps!

Blackmail is like a sheeny version of Blackberry Currant.

Caught on Tape is a beautiful bright darker pink... more fuschia. Makes my smile just pop! Wardrobe malfunction is a very light yet bright pink. The tarnish provides a different lip coverage like I've never experienced. I have a tan, so I don't care for the lighter pink.... though as tan fades will probably find it works better, but it really is for a younger face I think. I hope they come out with new colors soon. I just ordered the Blackmail and Busted.

I will telly you that the "Wardrobe Malfunction" is very light pink.

On me, Busted is a true red and Blackmail is a sheer dark plumpish color - very similar to Clinique's Black Honey or Urban Decay's Oil Slick. The two together are awesome. I can't comment on the other colors because I haven't tried them. Hope this helps.

These really don't match the swatches. If you can, wait until you can try them on in a store.

Yes, it does have a glossy finish and is very hydrating.

yeah, it's a pretty solid cross between glossy and creamy. it's not goopy, like gloss can be, but it's shinier than a normal cream pencil.

It is not quite as a glossy as a true lip gloss but it really does have a nice shine to it.

No, I have Wardrobe Malfunction & it is not as glossy as it is shown in the picture. It is way more matte.

This is definitely not as glossy as the picture, although it does have some shine and sparkle. I recommend using a Buxom lip gloss over the lip tarnish if you are looking for a high shine look.

Yes, I think so.

The lip tarnishes are no where near as glossy as Buxom's glosses. However, for a stain, I think this product does have quite a nice amount of gloss.

Yes it really is glossy.

I don't think it's glossy. Nice sheen I would say. You don't need lipgloss but I'm really into gloss right now so I do use gloss w/this product

Its really slightly less glossy as the photo shows when you put it on but its easy to add a little extra shine if you need to with any gloss you already have and all you would need is a little drop. I would say this lip stain is the perfect combo of glossy and matte. I usually would have to blot my lips with a tissue after applying my other glosses in order to get the same effect as this tarnish. Hope this helps.

Yes it is glossy but non lasting. I use the older buxom sticks and put a dot of buxom gloss on and it lasts a long time and I get compliments at sephora. Using the two is more cost effective as well. This pencil needed to be sharpened alot.

The sharpener is included on the top and allows for easy sharpening.

You put it in the sharpener ( which is built into the top) and you turn it......just like a pencil in a pencil sharpener

The sharpener is part of the cap-it isn't attached to the stick itself.

There is a lid at the top of the sharpener that covers the sharpener. That detaches. Once you pull it out you can sharpen your lip tarnish. Just replace whenever you're done. :)

Sharpening this is easy. There is a built in sharpener attached to the bottom, I believe. You can't miss it. Just let it stay where it is. Your pencil will be sharpened automatically.

the same way you sharpen any lipliner or other makeup pencil (it is a pencil-type sharpener)

The sharpened is in the cap. It works just like the pencil sharpened you used in school. Just twist the lipstick in the sharpened and the holder is shaved away exposing more product.

The sharpener is part of the cap, so you just take it off and use it as you would a regular sharpener.

The sharpener is in the cover.

the back end comes off and the sharpener is in the lid. I also use a lip brush when I need to sharpen so I don't waste the product that I've sharpened off the pencil.

Pop off the top (their are two pieces to it). Take the top off the top... Their is a little plug in the bottom of the sharpener you'll need to remove. Once you've done that though, then it's as simple as any other sharpener to use. When you've finished, you slide the pencil back into the top, then the top back onto the pencil and you're good to go. Pretty easy, really.

It has a glossy hydrating finish. Personally, I found that the product was long lasting and was very hydrating.

A few hours, say 3. Unless your eating.

It stays on me for a good 5 hours. It would stay longer than that, though I usually reapply for more moisture at that time.

I can't be exact about how long it stays on, but I can go out for cocktails and not have to re-apply it often. I would say about three hours. I was actually surprised at how long it stays on...I have tried many brands and I think this one stays on for a while.

Color lasts on me most of the day even through constant drinking. I do have to apply gloss towards the end of the day to moisturize but the color seems to be long lasting on my lips.

It's gone after eating and wiping mouth w napkin, in my experience

In my experience, if I don't rub my lips too much or lick, then a few good hours.

I guess depending on the color. Mine is medium but doesn't last that long. It can be an individual thing with the body chemistry, so you might want to try one in a color that I guess you want to show up on you. Don't eat or drink for awhile and then check it in a well lit mirror. I personally do not like the formula.

Acts like a regular lipstick. Comes off with almost anything when eating. Otherwise just hangs out.

I love this tarnish because it actually makes my lips feel better, BUT it doesn't last as long as I would like. It only lasts on me a couple of hours before I have to reapply.

my average wear time is 3-4 hours but that is with frequent drinking/other things to mess it up on my own . I did go out last weekend and wore for 6-7 hours on two seperate occasions without fading caking or drying out.

It's a fairly dark color...don't have a picture, but is isn't real sheer, it's dark

http://www.makeupandbeautyblog.com/product-reviews/the-new-buxom-lip-tarnish-plumping-moisturizing-lip-stains-want-to-wow-you-in-4-different-ways/

Don't have a pic but it is a little richer plum than the swatch looks. . . less neutral eggplant more deep plum

Sorry I don't have a photo but I can tell you that the color is very intense. It goes on dark and stays that way. I don't really see black in it, kind of like a Shiraz wine color with extra depth.

Beautiful berry color. I just got it and love it. Wardrobe malfunction is a terrible Barbie pink.

Tarte LipSurgence in Spirited

Busted (cherry red) will be a great shade for you.

They will be angry with me but try Clinique's Fat Pencils in Melon.

Busted doesn't seem to have blue undertones (which I like), but this color is a dark, dark red - rather than a bright red. Hope this helps.

Yes, it is available in Busted - I just purchased that colour. It is a vibrant red, and I tone it down a little by blotting some off and adding a lightweight gloss on top. I am also fair skinned, with hazel eyes and it compliments my colouration.

I just bought it at a store in BUSTED so it must still be available :)

Yes they do. I recently bought it out of Las Vegas Sephora store.

The thing I hate about most stains are some variation of plum or burgundy...which looks horrible. This one is finally a GORGEOUS pinky-peachy color! Finally a great color that wears for hours. Plus it feels like butter when you put it on! Gotta love it Buxom, you did this one right :)