September 4, 2014

Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lipstick Review & Swatches

This was provided to me by a brand for review and I receive a small commission if you shop using the links in this post but all opinions are my own.

Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lipstick Fall 2014

Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lipstick ($21) recently launched in a whooping 30 shades for Fall 2014. The formula is marketed at a full 10 hours of wear with a comfortable color cushion technology that leaves lips drenched in color.

Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lipstick is actually kinda more of a hybrid lipstick in my experience as it acts almost like a lip stain but it’s packaged as a lipstick.

I had an interesting experience with these.

So check out my thoughts below!

Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lipsticks

Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lipstick disguise themselves very well as a high end lipstick but at a mid-range price tag of a mere $21 dollars. The packaging is pretty incredible with sturdy, solid very slick looking black studded tubes. If you put a lot of emphasis on packaging chances are you’re going to really love this daring, edge-y tube. Not only is the packaging awesome but you’re also looking at a huge selection of shades here! One thing I love about the Kat Von D Makeup Collection is the fact they have consecutively released new products seasonally for the past several years.

Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lipstick swatches

Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lipstick Swatches (Lovecraft, Bauhaus, Countess)

I’ll be honest here and say you’re either going to really love this formula or you’re going to really hate it. About 85% of the shades offered are a matte finish and the shades I tried are all mattes. There are some shimmery shades but almost all the color offerings are matte in finish.

Now…I think I have use the term matte very, very loosely here because frankly, this formula is like no matte I’ve ever tried before. I find the texture of the lipstick very thin. They are not creamy and they do have a very stiff, drier texture that drags during application. I have drier lips but lucky enough I didn’t find these to accentuate that issue! They didn’t cling to drier areas not did they settle into my natural lip lines. I had no issues with color migrating or feathering and they have a very locked down feel once in place! I find they wear for at least six hours before showing some fading! They do stain a good bit after wearing completely away and the stain lasts for a good hour or two after. Now..most matte formulas are typically velvety after application. These aren’t really creamy nor velvety in texture. They almost look like you’ve applied a very pigmented lip stain. They have a smooth, even look on lips when applied correctly and create a very dramatic look. I find the secret to application is to apply a layer and go over the layer a few times to get the smoothest finish. You’ll want to prep well by exfoliating prior to application as well and no one would blame you if you’d like to use some sort of lip primer or balm so these don’t drag and tug as much as you apply.

Kat Von D Bauhaus Studded Kiss Lipstick fotd

Kat Von D Bauhaus Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Bauhaus Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Countess Studded Kiss Lipstick fotd

Kat Von D Countess Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Countess Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Lovecraft Studded Kiss Lipstick fotd

Kat Von D Lovecraft Studded Kiss Lipstick

Kat Von D Lovecraft Studded Kiss Lipstick

Through the wear they felt comfortably lightweight. They didn’t crack or become dry! Mind you they aren’t moisturizing either but they didn’t feel tight or dry on my lips. I think the main issue is during application as that’s where you feel like, “wow, this is a pretty tough lipstick to apply!” But once they are in place, well, I think they look pretty darn amazing! It’s the getting there that’s a problem. For sensitive users these do have a caramel, vanilla-like flavor and fragrance.

Not everyone is going to love the Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lipstick formula especially those who are looking for a more traditional matte textured lipstick. But if you’re looking for the long term staying power of a stain in a lipstick format you might just want to check these out. The formula has hiccups but it’s also pretty darn innovative as well.

Kat Von D Studded Kiss Lipstick are available exclusively at Sephora and Sephora.com.

Tried ’em?

Do share your thoughts!

This was provided to me by a brand for review and I receive a small commission if you shop using the links in this post but all opinions are my own.

About the Muse

Isabella MuseIsabella is just an average everyday geeky girl who doesn’t blend her eyeshadow correctly, wears too much blush, and hopes she never finds her holy grail products because she likes the thrill of the chase so much. Her mission is to bring you super honest reviews on makeup, skincare, fragrance and all things beauty. She’s in no way an expert on the topic and she sure as hell isn’t a super model. But she’s passionate about makeup and is seeking like-minded individuals that like pina coladas, getting caught in the rain, and ones that enjoy spending hundreds of dollars at Sephora without feeling buyer’s remorse. If you’re that person feel free to reach out and leave a comment or follow me on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Bloglovin‘.

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  • meganlisa

    I really like these. A lot. I understand that others will feel differently…the formula is stiffer than many. But it really stays in place and I think it looks lovely. The ones you have all look amazing on you. I love that the brand took some risks color wise and created some very unique shades…in a sea of all the same.
    Thanks for the review!

    • Isabella Muse

      agreed! People are either going to love ’em or hate ’em. The formula def is not a traditional matte! and they do drag and tug a good bit but many they wear like a boss! 😀 Aw thanks Megan! You’re too kind. Agreed there are def some amazing colors to choose from! my pleasure, thanks for commenting 😀

  • Audrey

    I’m so glad that these shades are working out better for you than they have been for Christine from Temptalia.

    • Isabella Muse

      hey audrey! Yeah Christine had a lot of issues with these! Most of what she explained about them tugging/dragging/etc is true! But if you can forgive the stiff, drier texture they actually wear like a champ and look almost like a lip stain 🙂

  • LipstickHoarder

    I am in need of these lippies. But the ones that I want have been out of stock forever! Bahaus looks really good on you. They all do actually. Bahaus also shocked me because the lipstick look like it’ll swatch crimson red but it looks mauvey pinkish red.

    • Isabella Muse

      hiya lipstick hoarder! aw sorry chica! any luck at your local store grabbing it? bauhaus is def a little bit of a chameleon 🙂 It’s a little grape-y!

  • Kayla

    I absolutely love these! I have several shades. Lovecraft is my new everyday lipstick. I do think some shades are a miss but that’s easy to forgive because the good ones are amazing! I talked about it in my review and I reviewed Slayer (pitch black) and I feel like that shade had a more uneven application and tends to slip around. The metallic shades have a much smoother texture and glide on easily compared to the matte ones, just a heads up!! 🙂

  • Phyrra

    I loved the glitters, but hated the mattes. I purchased and returned Lovecraft, Bauhaus and Motorhead in the mattes. I love Bauhaus on you!

    • Isabella Muse

      aw thanks chica! yeah, they are kinda hard to swallow formula wise but they wear SO hard!

  • Fancie

    Countess is such a beautiful color! I’m a little iffy about all of the mixed reviews but I guess I’ll try one for myself to be sure

  • angelica

    so glad to hear you liked these! I was feeling like I was the only one who loved my l’ecole des femmes studded lippie.

    • Isabella Muse

      haha I know they kinda got bad reviews but I kinda dig ’em! the formula wears like a boss!!!!!!!

  • cat

    I was so excited seeing the packaging and then I heard about the formula. Sigh… Oh, well. I don’t need any more lipsticks.

  • Yelitza

    Hi girl! I noticed that plummy tones look very good on you, bauhaus is a very “fall” color. I imagine it with a subtle grey smoky eye!

    • Isabella Muse

      aw thanks yelitza 😀 def a great one for a smoky eye look ;-D agreed!

  • Shortylegsbeauty

    I ADORE Kat Von D 🙂 Id love to own a few products from her makeup line.. Living in Finland though so it is a bit hard to get them I can imagine 🙂
    I love the colors you show above.. they are so darn beautiful 🙂
    xx

    • Isabella Muse

      aw 🙁 that stinks shorty! I know the feeling of wanting something from abroad :-/

  • Ludmila Assumpção

    I�m obsessed with Kat Von D. make up line and loving everything I got.
    Her liquid lipsticks are amazing for people who crave for a dramatic velvety matte look.
    In the Studded Kiss line I bought Lovecraft and Motorhead (this last vampy shade is a little bit tricky to aplly, but the colour is GOURGEOUS AND WORTH the extra work to prep with lip balm) and now I�m excited to begin a new collection. Bye bye MAC, I got a new obsession. 😀

  • ELi

    I purchased Lovecraft earlier today. It’s such a beautiful color. I’m in love with it. I did notice that with the new formula, it felt like I had to tug a little to apply. I’m glad you swatched Countess. It is the next lipstick on my list. It looks really good on you.

    • Isabella Muse

      yay happy you go it eli! they do tug indeed but they wear really really well 😀 and look great on! aw thanks!!!!!!!!!!!