I Bought This for the Packaging, But I've 'Never Had a Matte Lipstick That Lasted as Long' — & It's on Sale
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I’ll admit, I’m definitely someone who will buy something if the packaging is pretty. After all, you’ll at least have a decorative piece to show off, even if the product itself isn’t amazing. To be completely honest, more often than not, products with gorgeous or aesthetically pleasing packaging usually fail to live up to the expectations I set. But that’s not the case with Flower Knows’ matte lipsticks.
Flower Knows is a Chinese cosmetics brand that’s gained a ton of popularity in recent years, especially with Gen Z. They’re sold in a number of places, including Amazon and Urban Outfitters. The brand has made a name for itself by creating stunning packaging that’s super detailed and fairytale-esque — definitely for those who love the pretty LoveShackFancy aesthetic. They have everything from blushes and palettes, to a variety of lip products.
I was scrolling through Amazon when the packaging caught my eye. I was in the mood to do a little shopping and was in need of a new everyday lipstick. The reviews were pretty promising and the price wasn’t too bad (around $20 a piece), so a Flower Knows Little Angel Matte Lipstick made its way into my cart. Let me tell you, the packaging is just as gorgeous in person as it looks through the screen, and yes, super detailed as well.
But the lipstick itself actually shocked me at how good it was. I love matte lipsticks, and have been a fan of the lip mud look I got from another C-beauty brand, so I pleasantly surprised to find that this was fairly similar, but in much cuter packaging. It definitely gives you a soft blurred lip look, which is very pretty. There are currently nine shades to choose from, all of which would make a good everyday shade. Not only that, the lipstick itself stays a fairly long time. While I do need to reapply a bit after eating, one tube comes with a ton of product, so it’s going to last you a good while. Unlike other matte lipsticks out there, this one doesn’t dry out your lips. It actually feels really smooth and comfortable on. I was honestly shocked at how good it was.
A huge majority of Amazon shoppers who’ve tried Flower Knows’ Little Angel Matte Lipsticks absolutely swear by them and have given them a perfect, five-star rating. “I always wanted to try this brand for the longest time and I’m so glad I finally got it,” wrote one reviewer. “I love the color and the texture is amazing. It’s not drying at all and is an even application that has a soft feeling on the lips. The quality is amazing and it stays on for hours. This is hands down one of my favorite lipsticks I own now!”
Another says it gives you the “perfect matte look.” They wrote, “I’ve been on a quest for the perfect blurring matte lipstick, and this one is definitely a keeper! The color is rich and beautiful, and it lasts for hours without needing constant touch-ups. The texture is amazing —i t glides on smoothly and has a comfortable, non-drying finish. Unlike other mattes, this one doesn’t dry out my lips, which is a huge plus. It feels soft and velvety, making it easy to wear all day. If you’re looking for a matte lipstick that’s high quality and comfortable, this one’s a must-try!”
One shopper who called it the “holy grail of lipsticks” wrote, “I’ve never had a matte lipstick that lasted as long. The color is very nice, it feels incredibly creamy when it goes on, but dries down enough while also keeping your lips moist. The quality is pretty good and I’m very, very picky with lipsticks because of sensory issues. The tube itself is heavy, it’s got good weight to it, so it’ll take a while to get through.”
A thread on Reddit had mostly praise for the lipstick with one poster writing, “I actually love the formula; enough to buy three more after I got the initial one. It’s a very comfortable matte, but at the same time it’s actually matte and not ‘comfort matte’ (i.e. satin). It actually lasts very well on me. If I don’t eat, I don’t need reapplication even after eight hours. It reapplies well on top of itself too.”
If you want to try the lipsticks out for yourself, Amazon is currently running a promo where you can get up to 10% off your purchase depending on the amount of products you buy. Two items will save you 5%, three items will save you 8%, and five items will save you 10% on your purchase. You can even shop Flower Knows’ website itself to snag one for just $18 a piece. Trust me, once you try it, you’ll want to collect the entire line. Be sure to snag yours today.
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