It's a little unusual to see a brand like Urban Decay, whose entire makeup line revolves around bold and fully pigmented products, execute anything sheer. I was excited about the launch of their Sheer Revolution Lipstick but I had my initial reluctance for a couple of reasons; (1) most sheer lipsticks are just that — sheer — and don't add much to my pigmented lips and therefore (2) I just don't see the point of spending $22 on them if they are going to look like just another tinted lip balm that I can find anywhere else for much less. But boy, was I wrong! These lipsticks are sheer alright, but they are Urban Decay sheer, which means they have the texture of a sheer, balmy lipstick but pack a great deal of pigment almost like a real lipstick!
Urban Decay Sheer Revolution Lipstick is basically a spin-off of their ever-so-popular Revolution Lipstick but with a different packaging and sheerer and shinier finish. It comes in a highly reflective, metallic purple tube that feels slightly weightier than most lipstick casings but not as weighty as the more high-end ones. The all-around ripple pattern is a nice touch as well as the brand's logo imprinted on the top and side of the cap. The tip of the bullet features a rather uncommon, blunt oval shape which still applies fairly easily along the edges of the lips.
The Sheer Revolution formula is scent- and taste-free. It is formulated with a nourishing blend of oils such as shea butter, jojoba, olive, and babassu oils as well as antioxidant vitamin E and C for lip-conditioning benefits. It is also infused with what Urban Decay calls Maxi-Lip to give lips definition and hydration while also making them look plumper and fuller (which I find it to be true!).
Sheer Obsessed is a light, baby pink shade that applies like a nude pink on my lips. It has a thick but creamy formula with a slight gel-like consistency that melts into a lightweight cream upon contact with the warmth on the lips. It glides on smoothly and surprisingly does not catch on dry bits or settle in lip lines at all given how creamy it is! It has quite a bit of slip during initial application, though, and tends to go on sheer and slightly uneven on my lips when applied in one coat. Once I build up the intensity, the coverage is then amped up to a smooth and near-opaque finish that covers most of my natural lip color while still maintaining that bit of “translucency” in the final look. It's a bit hard to explain but imagine a formula so highly pigmented but still has some sheerness in it! :)
I also notice the “lip-hugging/gripping” feel during initial wear but it will eventually wear off along with its glossy sheen in a few hours. Yes, I wish it would last a little longer. Sheer Obsessed wears off evenly, though, and softens into a really soft, barely noticeable whitish pink stain on my lips.
Sheer Obsessed really does make my lips look fuller and plumper as seen in the photo below. Notice how it almost covers my lip color? It's so pigmented but it's still sheer! I'd describe it as a traditional nude-pink lipstick on me but with the ease of application of a thick, conditioning lip balm. It's certainly my new nude favorite! :)
It does OK in terms of moisturizing lips. I'm just glad that it doesn't become drying towards the end of wear (most lipsticks do). I don't mind the short wear time at all because you know me, I like to line or prime my lips first to extend the longevity of the lipstick. I suppose you can bring it along for touch-ups to refresh the color and shine but I'm just a little too busy for that! :)
Overall, I dub Sheer Obsessed as a good-coverage, nude-pink lip color that's easy to apply and comfortable to wear. It really is a feel-good, look-good lipstick that I think most nude lip lovers will appreciate. My good blogger friend Agata also has a nice review of this shade on her blog here if you'd like to see how it looks on pale skin. Not a nude lipstick fan? They have 9 other shades in the line-up including some really bright and bold ones. I'm pretty sure you'll find something that you like! :)
Thanks for the link to my review, Jaa. I see our opinions are pretty similar, and I am glad you like it. It’s always interesting to see that the same shade can look so different on different people. Your pictures are gorgeous as always!
My pleasure, Agata! And thanks so much! ❤
Hey Jaa, what a yummy shade on you! I’m glad to see it actually has pretty good color payoff, and that it’s comfortable to wear. I really need to look into UD lipsticks! I keep meaning to!
Thanks, Sunny! Yeah, I was blown away by the pigmentation considering it’s a sheer formula! :) You seem like the swipe-and-go lipstick kinda girl so I really think you’ll like these! :) Although I understand that you still have quite a few Chanel Rouge Cocos to go through. LOL
I have the same resentments you have when it comes to sheer lipsticks, so I meant to pass, but seeing how it applied on you has convinced me to give them a swatch in store.
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I think these are not sheer at all, not according to the Urban Decay standard. LOL I honestly think they are worth taking a look at!
Maybe it’s just lip color but it looks more pigmented on you than it does on Agata. I’ll have to try it and see how it works on me next time I’m at Sephora.
I layered it up a bit, maybe that’s why? :) They have some really nice, colorful ones, too!
Lovely shade and gorgeous FOTD, but… What is on your eyes? I really love it!
Thanks, Sara! You know me, I tend to mix a whole lot of colors in my eye look and I can never remember what I use. LOL But my guess for this one is Buzz and Mugshot from the Urban Decay Naked3 palette and then a little bit of Urban from the Urban Decay Electric Palette. :)
Yeah, I’ve been so curious about this lipstick after having seen it on Agata’s blog! It’s good to see it on you too (and your more pigmented lips, because mine are too). It still looks lovely :D Glad to read it doesn’t become drying! That’s an important one!
It looks GREAT on Agata, doesn’t it?! :D Sheer Obsessed covers my lip color so well it shouldn’t be called sheer! ;)
Nice to hear it’s scent free! I’m a big fan of tinted lip balms but some smell/taste horrid to me (Benefit for eg). Will keep an eye out for this!
I can’t stand Benefit’s lip gloss smell! It’s awful. LOL! I usually can tolerate a lot of scents in makeup but not Benefit lip glosses! >.<
such a pretty color!
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Looks gorgeous on you Jaa:) it’s such a pretty shade
Thanks, Fiona. :)
Thanks for the review and swatches, this shade looks lovely, I’m even considering it might be a good shade for my wedding lipstick! I like how it’s a soft pink, it reminds me of the Revlon lip butters :)
Oh I haven’t used those Revlon Lip Butters for a looong time! I remember collecting them like crazy when they first came out. :D If I remember correctly, I think the Revlon ones are “thinner” and more slippery in texture. Also depending on the shade, coverage and longevity are comparable between the two formulas! :)
I really love sheer lipsticks and this one looks superb!
The great part is it’s sheer but still has enough pigmentation that you still look like you are wearing something more than just a lip balm!
This color looks great on you! After seeing Lily’s post on Sheer Rapture, I think that’s what I’m going for. I bought Sheer F-Bomb thinking it was going to be a sheer red (silly me, thinking “Sheer” meant “sheer”) but it’s full-on red POW and isn’t a color I’ll get much use out of. I love sheer reds like NARS Eternal Red lip gloss, and I thought that’s what Sheer F-Bomb would be similar to.
UD Sheer is so not sheer at all!! You have me intrigued about the Sheer F-Bomb, though! Looking up swatches now!
I’m recently in all the rage about sheer lipsticks, lol. You know my obsession with Chanel Rouge Coco, and I definitely pick one of the Urban Decay Sheer Revolution at some point! They look very nice. And that pink definitely looks amazeballs on both you and Agata!
Thanks, Carla! These are so totally NOT sheer, though! Hehe