Holiday Color That Sticks to Lips Like Tar

Dec 29th, 2016

Savannah Saunders

What it is: Lip Tar by Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics

Claims: Snow Bunny and Red Dragon Lip Tar are the two colors made for any holiday collection. The metallic pale crème of Snow Bunny is great for a casual look while the bold ruby red with pearl of the Red Dragon will standout at a holiday gathering. The liquid lipstick leaves a natural matte look with only a small amount of product. This product is 100 percent vegan and cruelty-free.

Key ingredients: Castor seed oil, Hemp oil, peppermint oil, vitamin E

Price: $16

Where to buy: www.occmakeup.com

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