Review: Nivea Fruity Shine lipbalms :)

Here’s a review on Nivea Fruity Shine Lipbalms.

PRICE: P80.00/lipbalm

PLACE BOUGHT: Free

OTHER LOCATIONS: All leading supermarkets and beauty stores nationwide

THE VERDICT:

What's your first ever makeup product?

Way back in freshman year, my first ever lip product was Nivea Lipbalm in Cherry. As far as I can remember, it wasn’t called ‘Fruity Shine’ before. Cherry is a sheer deep red semi- glossy lipbalm that kept my lips smooth and juicy all day. I really loved it, and I’ve used it religiously until senior year. I think it was the product that made me love red lip shades!

And now, my beloved Cherry lipbalm has grown into a line that was aptly called ‘Fruity Shine’: a collection of glossy tinted balms bursting with fruit flavors.

L-R: Pink Guava, Strawberry, Cherry

Back then, it didn’t have glitters, and finish wasn’t that glossy. I prefer the old formulation, but I don’t really mind because the beautiful deep red shade of Cherry was retained.

It’s best for school, because it doesn’t have the boldness of lipsticks, and the excessive shine of lipglosses. It really keeps lips moisturized and protected. However, since the formulation is glossy, staying power is not that good. You can slip the fruity balms right in your pocket and reapply your lipbalm anytime, anywhere. These balms also taste good! (but that doesn’t mean you can eat it)

I cannot recommend this as a lipstick base though, as the tints can affect the overall color of your lipstick, and the glossiness can make your lipstick slide around your lips. But Nivea has clear and matte lipbalms that make great lipstick bases!

Strawberry is a sparkling bright red tint with sparkle

Here’s my all- time favorite. Cherry is a gorgeous deep red shade. This time, it has sparkles. It doesn’t seem noticeable in this pic though.

Pink Guava is one of the newest shades to join the collection (alongside Pomegranate. Sorry, I’m lacking Pomegranate here). It instantly became a favorite of mine because it yields a pretty tender pink tint!

These balms are very affordable, and they work! On lazy makeup days or during grocery trips, I just apply powder, fix my brows, and swipe either Pink Guava or Cherry, and I’m good to go!