Hello!





Today's post is all about Ten Three Labs Smudge and Salve Sticks, featuring my first lip swatches ever! I've had about a week and half to try these babies out. I am a lip balm addict. Seriously, I have one in my handbag at all times, and have back ups of my faves in every room in my apartment. My favorite lip balms are the Notoriously Morbid Coffin Kissers, but these are giving those a run for their money!









The clear balms are known as Salve Sticks, while their tinted balms are called Smudge Sticks. The Smudge Sticks come in a variety of different shades and flavors, usually pertaining to their collections. The Salve Sticks are really hydrating and comfortable to wear. They are on the greasier side but I actually prefer my clear balms that way. The wear time isn't very long, but that is to be expected with a balm.





The Smudge Sticks feature the same comfortable formula. Overall I do like the Smudge Sticks, however they are a bit difficult to evenly apply because they are so creamy, particularly with some of the darker shades. The shape of the bullet doesn't lend itself to easy application either. You will definitely need a mirror to apply these and I suggest building up the color slowly as these have a tendency to over apply, thus making it harder to get an even application. However, I do find these easier to wear as stains and I really do like them like that! I'm happy to report the stain tends to stick around a while, especially with darker colors.





Now let's move on to the swatches, shall we?



