The Lipstick Tsuki Raves About! KATE Lip Monster My Honest Review: Color Payoff & Longevity
Hello! This is BuildingStandard, your beauty mate, a K-beauty enthusiast whose wallet opens at the sight of new beauty products. 👋
Everyone, how are you managing your lips this winter?
Matte tints highlight dry flakes, so they're a no-go, but just lip balm makes you look pale... it's a total mess, right? 😭
But recently, there's a product that has taken beauty communities by storm.
It's **'KATE Lip Monster'**! Tsuki from the girl group Billlie, on the YouTube channel 'Bugle Bugle', raved about it as her absolute must-have pouch item, saying, "It lasts incredibly well, it truly doesn't smudge even after eating, talking, or performing!" This praise sparked a nationwide sell-out in Korea.
This product claims to be moisturizing yet incredibly long-lasting. I've thoroughly investigated whether it lives up to the hype!
💄 Is It a Lip Balm? Or a Tint? (Texture & Application)
My initial impression upon applying it was, **"Huh? Is this just a lip balm?"**
Usually, long-lasting lipsticks tend to be stiff, but this one glides on smoothly, melting into the lips. It's not sticky and has a lightweight finish.
- **Sheen:** It's less like a glassy "tanghulu" (candied fruit) shine and more like a sophisticated **melting glow**.
- **Flake Emphasis:** There's almost none. Instead, it fills in lip lines, making lips look plump and juicy. Highly recommended for those with dry lips! 👍
⏰ Does It Really Stay on Even After Eating? (Longevity Test)
This is probably what you're most curious about. Does it really not smudge, as Tsuki says?
My conclusion is, **"It's not as tenacious as a water tint, but it's a monster among lipsticks."**
I applied it in the morning, ate lunch, and checked in the mirror; only the inner part of my lips had faded slightly, but the overall color remained quite well.
- **Staining Power:** It doesn't stain pink; it **stains true to the applied color**. (This is genuine technology!)
- **Transfer:** After about 5 minutes of application, it sets, and transfer to masks or cups significantly decreases.
🎨 Warm Tone? Cool Tone? Let Me Help You Decide What to Buy!
With 23 available shades, KATE Lip Monster makes it very hard to choose.
I've organized a table of the most popular colors and tone-specific recommendations for you. (Must-save! 📸)
📋 KATE Lip Monster Personal Color Recommendations
Personal Color Recommended Shade Characteristics **Warm Tone (Spring/Autumn)** **03 Heat Haze** Subtle rosy beige (Highly recommended for Autumn Warm) **10 Underground** Atmospheric brick red **Cool Tone (Summer/Winter)** **01 Clump of Designer** Clear pink red (Brightens up the face) **07 Last Boss** Slightly deep classic red **Neutral (Daily)** **02 Pink Banana** **★Tsuki's PICK & Bestseller**, MLBB-toned pink coral **09 Crystal Ball** MLBB suitable for anyone
Especially, **Shade 02 Pink Banana** is a popular MLBB-toned pink that suits both warm and cool tones, making it the #1 item to sell out. If you see it, grab it without hesitation!
🤔 What Are the Honest Downsides? (Cons)
It wouldn't be fun if I only talked about the pros, would it? As an honest review, I'll also lay out the cons.
- **The Case is Flimsy:** The cap opens too easily. ㅠㅠ There are often reviews of unfortunate accidents where the cap came off inside a pouch, so be careful.
- **Difficult to Distinguish Colors:** All cases are black, so if you buy multiple, you have to check the sticker at the bottom. (Surprisingly inconvenient on busy mornings..)
📝 200% Usage Tip
Finally, here's a tip used by Lip Monster experts.
"No rubbing lips together!" 🙅♀️
This product works by reacting with lip moisture to form a **gel film**. If you apply it and leave it untouched for 1-2 minutes, the coating forms, significantly enhancing both shine and longevity.
✨ Concluding
If you're looking for a moisturizing yet super long-lasting lipstick this dry winter, **KATE Lip Monster** seems to be the answer.
The original price is 24,000 KRW, but you can buy it at the Olive Young discounted price of 19,920 KRW, making it excellent value for money.
I've stocked up on **02 Pink Banana** and **03 Heat Haze**, and I plan to settle with these for this winter! 🥰
Which color is your favorite?
Let me know your chosen color in the comments, and I'll go check it out! 👇
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