October 20, 2015

Sephora Jem and the Holograms Truly Outrageous Liquid Lip Set Review & Swatches

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Sephora Jem and the Holograms Truly Outrageous Liquid Lip Set

I’m here to tell you that the Sephora Jem and the Holograms Truly Outrageous Liquid Lip Set ($25) is in no way as disappointing as the Sephora Jem and the Holograms Truly Outrageous Eyeshadow Palette so you can all breath easy again.

The Sephora Jem and the Holograms Truly Outrageous Liquid Lip Set is a limited edition five piece liquid lipstick set that Sephora created in colloboration with the new Jem and the Holograms movie that debuts October 23rd.

I, like most Jem fans, am not really a fan of the Jem movie trailer I’ve seen. Let’s be real here, it looks all kinds of suck hard and apparently is prepped to ruin my childhood in aces. It may just surprise me though and become some cult classic awesomeness like Spice World (remember that train wreck? But I bet when it’s on TV you watch it though am I right?!).

None the less Sephora immediately cashed in on the fandom and created a Jem and the Holograms Makeup Collection and I had no doubts they’d do a great job with it. Sephora does a pretty damn good job on limited edition sets or collaborations they’ve done in the past! I think the Pantone Collection releases are testimony to Sephora’s best work. I just knew that their Jem Collection would be truly outrageous at the risk of sounding corny.

But….

The eyeshadow palette was big old hot mess.

I am however, grateful that the Truly Outrageous Liquid Lip Set did not fall victim to the same brand of awful.

Sephora Jem and the Holograms Truly Outrageous Liquid Lip Lipsticks

Sephora Jem and the Holograms Truly Outrageous Liquid Lip Set includes five liquid lipsticks in colors that are apparently represented in the movie and there are nods also to the original cartoon. Each liquid lipstick is 0.083 oz in size and includes the following shades:

  • Fashion Fame (light pearl pink)
  • Like a Dream (mauve)
  • Music is Magic (bright pink)
  • To the Rescue (berry)
  • She’s Got the Power (dark purple)

Sephora Jem and the Holograms Truly Outrageous Liquid Lip Lipstick Set

Sephora Jem and the Holograms Truly Outrageous Liquid Lip Set

Sephora Jem and the Holograms Truly Outrageous Liquid Lip Set swatches

Sephora Jem and the Holograms Truly Outrageous Liquid Lip Set Swatches (Fashion and Fame, Like a Dream, Music is Magic, She’s Got the Power, To the Rescue)

I think there are indeed shades here that remind of of the original cartoon. For example the bright neon pink called Music is Magic reminds me of Jem and To The Rescue reminds me of is a nice raspberry shade that looks quite like a shade Shana wore in the cartoon. Unlike the eyeshadow palette I did feel like there were nods all around here to the cartoon. The packaging you’ll either love or hate. These come housed in a glittery tray with a slip cover that features Jem’s star logo and each tube of lipstick has a light lighting bold on the cap that says Sephora with lighting bolts also featured on the tube and also Jem’s logo at the very top of the cap. It’s nice packaging but a bit rushed and cheesy. I wish they were able to splash some images from the cartoon on the packaging but to be fair this is a product to promote the movie not the cartoon.

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I loved the consistency of these lipsticks. They quite remind me of Sephora Luster Matte Long-Wear Lip Color with a thick liquid-y texture that applies easily and sets to a comfortable matte finish. Four of the shades are lipsticks but for me Fashion Fame was the exception as this is more of a tackier drier gloss that would be best suited as an overcoat. I personally didn’t like the Fashion Fame color for a few reasons one of which is it spread and applied patchy plus the consistency was very tacky on bare lips. It wears a bit better over lipstick but on its own the shade is a chunky shimmery mess. Aside from that the other shades are simply gorgeous. They apply smooth, look flawless, and set to a lightweight finish that doesn’t migrate, feather, or crack through the six to seven hour wear. You will need a makeup or lip remover fluid to get this lipstick completely off as it is a very long wearing product and although it shows minor signs of fading it still remains intense for several hours and doesn’t completely fade without the aid of a remover.

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Sephora She's Got the Power

She’s Got the Power

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To the Rescue

The the Rescue

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Jem Music is Magic

Music is Magic

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Sephora Like a Dream

Like a Dream

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Sephora Fashion to Fame

Fashion to Fame

These are pigmented with an opaque finish on first application. They are quite thick but I had no issues due to that thickness. They do have a sweet kinda watermelon type smell and fragrance so sensitive users might wish to take note.

I think the packaging disappoints yes, but the contents are great. One shade was a miss for me in terms of formula but the other four shades are gorgeous. Pigmented, great formula, easy to apply, and long wearing, what more could you want from a liquid lipstick?

Thankfully the Sephora Jem and the Holograms Truly Outrageous Liquid Lip Set was pretty outrageous!

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The Sephora Jem and the Holograms Truly Outrageous Liquid Lip Set is available now at Sephora.com.

I purchased this item and I receive a small commission if you shop using the links in this post.

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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  • It’s Gamayun

    Oh, MUCH better! What a relief – I so wanted to support the collection but those eyeshadows were disappointing and I have too many bright hot pink lipsticks already. She’s Got the Power looks like something Pizzazz would wear (not that the Misfits look like they’re even in the movie…) ;_;

  • Katherine T.

    Well, these look pretty nice, a lot better than that shadow palette!

  • danadoo

    Ok, let’s be real here..you are KILLIN’ that deep purple shade!!! Omg, i would wear purple lipstick every damn day if it looked that cool on me!

    • Isabella Muse

      STHU lol I’m embarrassed! I look stupid but I feel all tickled you think I look good in it. Gimme a big old hug for making me feel all special 🙂

      • Katherine T.

        That purple lipgloss would look even better with UD Bittersweet blush! It’s my fave purple blush

  • Jennifer

    Yeah, I refuse to pay attention to the hot mess of a movie that wrecked one of my favorite cartoons. But anyway, I was excited for this collection. My order of the Jem lipstick just came today (still quietly stalking the mirror release). It looks almost exactly like Music is Magic, except more matte, very Jem. It feels a tiny bit drier when applying, definitely wouldn’t say it glides on, but surprisingly doesn’t feel that dry once applied. I went to do some cleaning and several hours later saw in the mirror that it was still applied very nicely…forgot I even had it on lol.

    • Isabella Muse

      NICE! I had the same experience with the lippie Jen! And I’m like you, totally stalking the mirror haha!

  • Fancie

    This looks like such a great set! I’m glad it turned out to be nice quality because I’ve had it in my cart for a little while but hesitated because I’ve been coming across bad reviews of the palette. I can’t wait to check this collection out in person!