A glimpse at the lips: Clarins Instant Smooth Crystal Lip Balm in Crystal Berry

Clarins Instant Smooth Crystal Lip Balm in Crystal Berry

Berry goodness wrapped in Jell-o, that's what I like to think of it [Crystal Berry] as. 

Clarins Instant Smooth Crystal Lip Balm is a twofer, a pigmented centre delivers a shot of colour to your lips while the translucent exterior leaves your lips feeling soft, smooth and well-hydrated. 

Concerned about the blue hue? Don't let it put you off as it glides on clear. To boot, the berry scent is lip-smackingly good. I've found myself removing the cap in order to catch a whiff from time to time. 

Swatch of Crystal Berry

Despite Crystal Berry being a seasonal (summer) offering from Clarins, I'd be inclined to use this cranberry shade year-round. It's effortless, feels comfortable on the lips and smells so darn good.

Three additional colours, Rose, Mandarin and Gold Plum, patiently await your next visit to the Clarins' counter.

Wearing Crystal Berry on my lips

The Bagful breakdown:

Total amount for Clarins Instant Smooth Crystal Lip Balm in Crystal Berry:

• $30.00 AUS (Hits Aussie shelves this November) / $26.00 USD

Value for money spent (performance and quality):

• 10 out of 10 bags — Berry addictive ;)

Would another purchase be on the horizon?:

• Karen of MBB thinks Clarins Be Long Mascara has a lot to offer.

*PR sample provided –  Thoughts and ramblings written here are completely my own.