Rimmel Moisture Renew Sheer & Shine Lipstick Review

While I’ve spent the last week complaining about just how cold it is in Sydney, this new lipstick launch from Rimmel has definitely been putting a little spring in my step. I’m a sucker for anything pink plus I’ve typically loved Rimmel lipsticks; they’re one of the better affordable lipsticks out there. I’ve been putting these to the test over the last few weeks so figured it was high time I shared my thoughts for those of you thinking of picking up a shade or two.

The formula is a little lighter than the rest of their Moisture Renew line, and as the name would suggest, the lipstick applies a sheer wash of colour on the lips. Once applied, the lipstick itself is very moisturizing and feels cushion-like on the lips. As with all sheer lipsticks, the colour does wear and fade quickly – but evenly – leaving a light stain on the lips, so you’ll need to reapply throughout the course of the day if you’re after a bolder look. There’s also a light citrus or fruity scent (it seems to vary depending on the shade), which dissipates very quickly upon applying the lipstick to your lips.

I’ve seen this released in six shades here in Australia (five of which I’ve swatched for you below), the latter of which I don’t have being a very neutral looking nude.

With so many bright fun shades, these are the perfect way to start Spring – just a few short weeks away!! – and also a great alternative for those who don’t typically wear lipstick often. The formulation and the wear is a little like a tinted lip balm, though I find these to be much more pigmented and very reminiscent of MAC’s cremesheen formula.

Woke Up Like This [100] – A sheer, almost milky pink with a faint peach undertone, this is probably the only shade which came across as less wearable for me.

Glow-rious Pink [200] – This is essentially Spring in a tube. It’s a light petal pink which looks stunning on the lips.

Pink Rules [300] – A magenta-hued pink, this shade just screams summer. It’s one of the more pigmented out of the range and leaves a stain on your lips once the initial gloss has worn off.

Red-y, Set, Go! [500] – One of my favourite shades of the lot, this is an excellent dupe for MAC’s Dozen Carnations. It’s a bright, orange toned red that really packs a punch; perfect for a summer night out!

Spin All Spring [600] – This is a beautiful apricot hued-peach shade, with a lot more depth and pigmentation than Woke Up Like This. It reminds me a lot of MAC’s Shanghai Spice!

Overall, I think that these are a really fun new addition to Rimmel’s Moisture Renew range, and a great alternative for those who want to try a little colour, without fully committing. Even though we still have a good month to go before spring hits Sydney, I’ll definitely be tucking these lippies into my makeup bag once the weather warms up.