Hourglass Icon, Nocturnal, At Night No. 28 Lip Treatment Oils Reviews & Swatches
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Hourglass Icon No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted) ($49.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a medium-dark red with cool undertones and a jelly-like finish. It had semi-sheer color coverage, which allowed the natural lip color to come through, but in this deeper tint, it was apparent that the color settled into my lip lines.
The formula was smooth, lightweight, and plush–more like a creamy gel–and not at all tacky, which made it comfortable to wear. It stayed on well for four and a half hours and was very hydrating over time, though it didn’t seem to leave behind a stain.
Note: I had significant issues getting three of the six shades in this formula to dispense product due to the packaging. I was able to successfully manipulate the packaging enough to get it to eventually dispense product, but please make sure you check out the overview for a full sob story on what that entailed (and what nobody should have to deal with on a $49-a-pop product!).
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Bobbi Brown Rock and Red (P, $27.00) is darker (90% similar).
- LORAC Red Rose (LE, ) is less glossy (90% similar).
- Bobbi Brown In the Flow (LE, $27.00) is warmer (90% similar).
- NARS Double Decker (LE, $26.00) is warmer (85% similar).
- Bobbi Brown Hot Streak (P, $27.00) is warmer (85% similar).
- Urban Decay Bang (P, $20.00) is warmer (85% similar).
- MAC Smart Aleck (LE, $20.00) is brighter, more pigmented (80% similar).
- NARS Burning Love (LE, $26.00) (80% similar).
- MAC Gumdrop (LE, $20.00) is darker, brighter (80% similar).
- MAC Fortune Red (LE, $18.50) is warmer (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$49.00/0.25 oz. - $196.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be an "advanced anti-aging treatment" that "conditions lips" and "boost moisture levels, reduce the appearance of wrinkles and improve the appearance of lip shape, volume, and softness" (it contains Saliporine-8, VOlulip, and Viamerine, per the brand). Unless it's something worn exclusively and for an extended period of time, it is hard to really measure (and even then... we're always talking minor improvements!) those anti-aging claims.
I have been a long-time fan of Hourglass' original (clear) Lip Oil and have found it to be an ultra-hydrating and conditioning formula. It has been one I reach for after a long lip-swatch-athon when I need the extra TLC. The tinted version feels exactly the same: plush, smooth, lightweight, and non-sticky. It is not the longest wearing lip balm I have in my arsenal (the tacky ones always last the best), but it does last for several hours while sleeping.
The tinted versions offers a noticeable tint that's semi-sheer to medium in coverage but translucent, so the natural lip color comes through. Some shades go on quite nicely with an even, smooth delivery of color while others settled into my lip lines. They don't leave a stain behind, and the wear time ranged from four to five hours, depending on how much drinking was done.
But let's take a moment to speak on a product that retails for $49 a pop--that makes it one of the more expensive formulas on the market--and the fact that of the six shades, the packaging is extremely unreliable. Three of the six shades required a lot of fussing, such as removing the packaging, banging the tube on the side of a tabletop, pressing and pressing, holding and jabbing the interior mechanism down, etc. to get the applicator to actually dispense product.
Luckily, I was able to, eventually, get product to dispense normally from all six shades but per user reviews on various retailer websites... this is not an infrequent issue (being unable to dispense product). I had the most success by removing the gold applicator, pulling and gently trying to twist the interior dispensing mechanism, and then trying to dispense product. You'll know if it's working at all by looking in the window on the tube, as you'll see the product move up slightly.
I'm not a huge fan of the applicator; I don't find it that useful for actual applicator, though it's better than a flocked doe-foot applicator, which can get pretty gross over time as it absorbs product (this one can be wiped down if desired).
Browse all of our Hourglass No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted) swatches.
Ingredients
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PPermanent. $49.00.
Nocturnal
Hourglass Nocturnal No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted) ($49.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a muted, deeper plum with subtle, cool undertones and a glossy, jelly-like finish. It had semi-sheer coverage with even translucency, but the color was prone to pulling into every lip line I had, both horizontal and vertical at that!
The consistency was smooth, non-sticky, and plush without feeling heavy, so it was very comfortable to wear but wasn’t the most flattering on. It lasted well for four and a half hours and felt moisturizing over time.
Note: I had significant issues getting three of the six shades in this formula to dispense product due to the packaging. I was able to successfully manipulate the packaging enough to get it to eventually dispense product, but please make sure you check out the overview for a full sob story on what that entailed (and what nobody should have to deal with on a $49-a-pop product!).
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Pat McGrath Secret Lover (P, $30.00) is more shimmery (90% similar).
- NARS Spike (LE, $26.00) is darker (90% similar).
- MAC Twirling (LE, $20.00) is darker, cooler (90% similar).
- Pat McGrath Dark Devotion (P, $40.00) is more shimmery, less glossy (90% similar).
- Chanel Confusion (P, $30.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- NARS Fever Beat (P, $26.00) is darker, more pigmented (85% similar).
- Marc Jacobs Beauty Boom (306) (P, $29.00) is more shimmery, darker, more pigmented (85% similar).
- Jouer Madison (P, $17.00) is lighter, cooler (85% similar).
- Colour Pop Jubilee (P, $6.00) is lighter (85% similar).
- Urban Decay Beso (P, $20.00) is more pigmented (85% similar).
Formula Overview
$49.00/0.25 oz. - $196.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be an "advanced anti-aging treatment" that "conditions lips" and "boost moisture levels, reduce the appearance of wrinkles and improve the appearance of lip shape, volume, and softness" (it contains Saliporine-8, VOlulip, and Viamerine, per the brand). Unless it's something worn exclusively and for an extended period of time, it is hard to really measure (and even then... we're always talking minor improvements!) those anti-aging claims.
I have been a long-time fan of Hourglass' original (clear) Lip Oil and have found it to be an ultra-hydrating and conditioning formula. It has been one I reach for after a long lip-swatch-athon when I need the extra TLC. The tinted version feels exactly the same: plush, smooth, lightweight, and non-sticky. It is not the longest wearing lip balm I have in my arsenal (the tacky ones always last the best), but it does last for several hours while sleeping.
The tinted versions offers a noticeable tint that's semi-sheer to medium in coverage but translucent, so the natural lip color comes through. Some shades go on quite nicely with an even, smooth delivery of color while others settled into my lip lines. They don't leave a stain behind, and the wear time ranged from four to five hours, depending on how much drinking was done.
But let's take a moment to speak on a product that retails for $49 a pop--that makes it one of the more expensive formulas on the market--and the fact that of the six shades, the packaging is extremely unreliable. Three of the six shades required a lot of fussing, such as removing the packaging, banging the tube on the side of a tabletop, pressing and pressing, holding and jabbing the interior mechanism down, etc. to get the applicator to actually dispense product.
Luckily, I was able to, eventually, get product to dispense normally from all six shades but per user reviews on various retailer websites... this is not an infrequent issue (being unable to dispense product). I had the most success by removing the gold applicator, pulling and gently trying to twist the interior dispensing mechanism, and then trying to dispense product. You'll know if it's working at all by looking in the window on the tube, as you'll see the product move up slightly.
I'm not a huge fan of the applicator; I don't find it that useful for actual applicator, though it's better than a flocked doe-foot applicator, which can get pretty gross over time as it absorbs product (this one can be wiped down if desired).
Browse all of our Hourglass No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted) swatches.
Ingredients
Nocturnal
PPermanent. $49.00.
At Night
Hourglass At Night No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted) ($49.00 for 0.25 oz.) is a muted, medium-dark plum with warm, red undertones and a glossy, jelly-like finish. It had semi-sheer color payoff in a single layer, which did not apply as evenly as it should have, and the color definitely sank into my lip lines–not just the deeper ones either.
The product has a really nice consistency as it was smooth, plush, and like a gel-cream without being heavy or tacky on. This shade wore decently for four and a half hours and felt moisturizing while worn.
Note: I had significant issues getting three of the six shades in this formula to dispense product due to the packaging. I was able to successfully manipulate the packaging enough to get it to eventually dispense product, but please make sure you check out the overview for a full sob story on what that entailed (and what nobody should have to deal with on a $49-a-pop product!).
FURTHER READING: Formula Overview for details on general performance and characteristics (like scent).
Top Dupes
- Pat McGrath Flesh 3 (P, $40.00) is darker (90% similar).
- YSL Devour Me Plum (P, $32.00) is darker, cooler (85% similar).
- Pat McGrath Flesh 4 (P, $30.00) is cooler (85% similar).
- NARS No. 675 (LE, $26.00) is darker, warmer (80% similar).
- MAC Rosebuddy (LE, $18.50) is more shimmery, darker, cooler (80% similar).
- NARS Deviant (P, $26.00) is darker, cooler (80% similar).
- MAC Desire (P, $18.50) is darker (80% similar).
Formula Overview
$49.00/0.25 oz. - $196.00 Per Ounce
The formula is supposed to be an "advanced anti-aging treatment" that "conditions lips" and "boost moisture levels, reduce the appearance of wrinkles and improve the appearance of lip shape, volume, and softness" (it contains Saliporine-8, VOlulip, and Viamerine, per the brand). Unless it's something worn exclusively and for an extended period of time, it is hard to really measure (and even then... we're always talking minor improvements!) those anti-aging claims.
I have been a long-time fan of Hourglass' original (clear) Lip Oil and have found it to be an ultra-hydrating and conditioning formula. It has been one I reach for after a long lip-swatch-athon when I need the extra TLC. The tinted version feels exactly the same: plush, smooth, lightweight, and non-sticky. It is not the longest wearing lip balm I have in my arsenal (the tacky ones always last the best), but it does last for several hours while sleeping.
The tinted versions offers a noticeable tint that's semi-sheer to medium in coverage but translucent, so the natural lip color comes through. Some shades go on quite nicely with an even, smooth delivery of color while others settled into my lip lines. They don't leave a stain behind, and the wear time ranged from four to five hours, depending on how much drinking was done.
But let's take a moment to speak on a product that retails for $49 a pop--that makes it one of the more expensive formulas on the market--and the fact that of the six shades, the packaging is extremely unreliable. Three of the six shades required a lot of fussing, such as removing the packaging, banging the tube on the side of a tabletop, pressing and pressing, holding and jabbing the interior mechanism down, etc. to get the applicator to actually dispense product.
Luckily, I was able to, eventually, get product to dispense normally from all six shades but per user reviews on various retailer websites... this is not an infrequent issue (being unable to dispense product). I had the most success by removing the gold applicator, pulling and gently trying to twist the interior dispensing mechanism, and then trying to dispense product. You'll know if it's working at all by looking in the window on the tube, as you'll see the product move up slightly.
I'm not a huge fan of the applicator; I don't find it that useful for actual applicator, though it's better than a flocked doe-foot applicator, which can get pretty gross over time as it absorbs product (this one can be wiped down if desired).
Browse all of our Hourglass No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted) swatches.
Ingredients
At Night
PPermanent. $49.00.
Hourglass Icon No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Icon No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Icon No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Icon No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Icon No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Icon No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Icon No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Nocturnal No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Nocturnal No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Nocturnal No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Nocturnal No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Nocturnal No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Nocturnal No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Nocturnal No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass At Night No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass At Night No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass At Night No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass At Night No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass At Night No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass At Night No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass At Night No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Icon No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Icon No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Icon No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Icon No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Icon No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Icon No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Icon No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Nocturnal No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Nocturnal No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Nocturnal No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Nocturnal No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Nocturnal No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Nocturnal No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass Nocturnal No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass At Night No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass At Night No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass At Night No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass At Night No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass At Night No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass At Night No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
Hourglass At Night No. 28 Lip Treatment Oil (Tinted)
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