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Josie Maran Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain

What it is:A long-wearing natural lip and cheek stain packaged in a portable pen for effortless touch-ups on the go.What it does:This product adds the ultimate baby-doll pop of color to lips and cheeks. Its versatile formula has a blend of hyaluronic acid and sugar extracts to smooth and plump lips for a truly sexy pout.What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Sulfates- Synthetic Fragrances- Phthalates- GMOs- TriclosanWhat else you need to know:Apply stain to clean, dry lips. For a natural rosy flush, dab on cheeks and blend in a circular motion with fingertips.Sephora is the exclusive beauty retailer for this product.
Average Rating:
3.403 out of 5
3.4
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962 reviews
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326
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218
3 stars
120
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114
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Review 1 for Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain
AlexandraBlake
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Stays on all day!
-05.20.13
I drink water all day and I only have to apply it once in the morning.
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Review 2 for Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain
Juneaujavaqueen
Location:Juneau Alaska
Skin Tone:Fair
Eye Color:Green
Age:over 54
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Love it
-05.18.13
Quick Take: long lasting
I really like the wear ability of this lip/check stain. I definitely recommend it
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Review 3 for Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain
journalist1
Location:Atlanta, GA
Skin Tone:Fair
Eye Color:Blue
Age:over 54
2 out of 5
2 out of 5
Magic Marker not magic enough for my taste
-05.16.13
Quick Take: long lasting
Color didn't seem to last for very long in the container, but does last pretty long on the lips; disappointed since it was a little pricey and I bought one in the store and ordered one on-line. Also was not as moist as I thought; had to use Infinity Cream Intensive Creamy Oil.
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Review 4 for Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain
anniejuliet
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
light and airy
-05.11.13
can't tell you're wearing any lip color. color deepens with each application. wear a liner b/c it's bleeds into lip lines.
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Review 5 for Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain
sugar33
Location:denver co
Skin Tone:Light
Eye Color:Blue
Age:25-34
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Burst of color
-05.10.13
Quick Take: long lasting
Precise, bold color. The more you apply the more potent the color. It lasts a looooong time. I advise a clear Chapstick to accompany though. I think the color is a burnt orange undertone, but can get pretty red if you apply a lot. I love it.
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Review 6 for Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain
hamptonshopper
Location:brooklyn, NY
Skin Tone:Fair
Eye Color:Blue
Age:45-54
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Great Lip Stain
-05.09.13
Quick Take: non-drying, long lasting
Josie Maran has one of the best lip stains around. This lip stain does not dry out your lips. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is that the pen itself dries out after about 5 weeks.
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Review 7 for Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain
millelunes
Location:New York
Skin Tone:Olive
Eye Color:Hazel
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Use with Argan Oil - And you won't be dissapointed
-05.07.13
Quick Take: non-drying, long lasting
I couldn't live without these natural stains. I have my favorite colors depending on the time of year, and they never let me down. That said, I think you have to really apply them after you have applied argan oil, especially to cheeks, which I do anyway, but for people who have stated they are dry, or dry too quickly to blend, that's the trick!
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Review 8 for Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain
leahjc
Location:Gordonsville, VA
Skin Tone:Light
Eye Color:Hazel
Age:over 54
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Better than average drug store lip stain
-05.07.13
Quick Take: long lasting
My only complaint is that it dries too fast to use as a cheek stain, can't blend it. As a lip stain it lasts much longer than any I've used before. Color is vibrant and somewhat louder than in photos.
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Review 9 for Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain
loriadore612
Location:Philadelphia PA
Skin Tone:Fair
Eye Color:Blue
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Very strong color!
-05.07.13
Quick Take: non-drying, long lasting, strong color
I got the Flamenco color, and its much more vibrant than I expected! I still love it, though. :) I usually wear Urban Decay lipstain in Envious, and I expected that type of effect. However, the Josie Maran lipstain has a much more dense "opaque" color whereas the Urban Decay is more of a "sheer" lip stain. I am ordering the Jive (pink-coral) Joseie Maran stain today, because I think that would be very nice for a daytime Spring/Summer look. I'll keep the Flamenco color for evenings though! :)
+1point
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Review 10 for Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain
kt5342
Location:Boulder colorado
Skin Tone:Fair
Eye Color:Hazel
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Perfect stain
-05.06.13
Quick Take: long lasting
I love this product. The color is perfect for my skin tone. It can be applied light or layer it on for a more intense color. Super easy to use, stays within your lip line and the color stays while eating and drinking.
+2points
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Review 11 for Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain
miss12
Skin Tone:Medium
Eye Color:Brown
Age:18-24
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
-05.05.13
My mom originally pursed this lip stain but ended up giving it to me.
Great lip product .... if you don't have too many lines/wrinkles on the lip otherwise it will expose it.
The stain worked will for me not so much for my mother - I would prefer this stain alternatively to Benefits Benetinit.
Not drying, good color pay off.
The color range wasn't too impressive, but if your not a lip product hoarder its a good buy .
+2points
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Review 12 for Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain
shamrox
Location:Chattanooga, TN
Skin Tone:Fair
Eye Color:Blue
Age:25-34
3 out of 5
3 out of 5
Indulgence
-05.03.13
Quick Take: long lasting
This product is a bit decadent in terms of pricepoints, and I wouldn't say $20 is justifiable for what it is for me: a lip stain. But I do use it and it does last. The mambo looks great as a red lipstick base and I haven't found the same issues as others have mentioned with the tip breaking apart. The "ink" in it is getting a little low after a dozen uses, but I'm pleased with this purchase.
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Review 13 for Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain
redtex
Location:Houston, TX
Age:35-44
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Did not hold up
-05.01.13
I was disappointed with this lip stain. It did not last long at all and then balled up on my lips. I had high hopes because I like the other offerings from J. Maran but this is not amongst their elite. There are far better lip stains on the market at a fraction of the cost.
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Review 14 for Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain
cheetahflats
Location:San Antonio, TX
Skin Tone:Fair
Eye Color:Blue
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
♥♥♥♥♥
-04.20.13
Quick Take: long lasting, vibrant color, easy application
I just bought this stain in Jitterbug. I immediately put it on, and was wowed! The color is a lovely pink, good enough for everyday. It's smooth, and super easy to apply. This stain stays on through the whole day of eating, drinking, and even dog kisses! It is drying, but a little balm is not so difficult. I would totally recommend this product, in fact, I've bought another color, Flamenco, today!
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Review 15 for Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain
susanac
Location:Seattle, WA
Skin Tone:Medium
Eye Color:Brown
Age:25-34
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
good natural color
-04.19.13
I use this nearly everyday in quickstep. It is near enough to my natural color that it is not obvious I am wearing lipcolor, but brightens my lips and makes things look naturally prettier. very long lasting color, easy to apply, and my favorite workwear.
+1point
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Review 16 for Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain
ashley0404
Location:Manhattan, NY
Skin Tone:Light
Eye Color:Brown
Age:25-34
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
love love love!!!
-04.16.13
Quick Take: long lasting
i love it!!!!
long lasting nice color~
been using it more than year, however i never found batter lip color~
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Review 17 for Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain
darlafifi
Location:San Diego, CA
Age:over 54
1 out of 5
1 out of 5
Not a fan of Magic Marker
-04.15.13
I was very disapointed with the Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain. I just tried it on my lips several times and it made my lips very dry. It was hard to apply. You had to press hard to get the color to come out.
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Review 18 for Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain
hamptonshopper
Location:brooklyn, NY
Age:45-54
4 out of 5
4 out of 5
Great Lip Stain
-04.11.13
While this Magic Marker is defined as lip & cheek, it's really for the lips (the tip doesn't provide for easy cheek coverage). I'm fair skined so I tried the Cha Cha" which is perfect. I will definitely be trying another color soon.
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Review 19 for Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain
Dulcineawitz
Location:Long Island, NY
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Best lip stain/marker
-04.07.13
Quick Take: long-lasting great colors
Great product, great color assortment and stays on all day. The colors go from subtle to vibrant. Can not go wrong.
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Review 20 for Magic Marker Lip & Cheek Stain
AniDaniela
Location:Orange County, CA
Skin Tone:Fair
Eye Color:Brown
Age:35-44
5 out of 5
5 out of 5
Favorite!
-04.06.13
Quick Take: non-drying, long lasting
I've tried several lip stains. This is so far my favorite. I love the way it leaves my lips soft and it gives my a natural look even when it wears off. I have 4 colors of this product.
+1point
1out of 1found this review helpful.
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