I Tried LAKA’s Lip Tint and Here’s the Whole Truth

Glowy lips, good vibes, and one tiny tube I now take everywhere I’ll be the first to admit it. I have too many lip products. Glosses, balms, stains, tints… you name it, it’s rolling around in my bag somewhere. But something about LAKA’s lip tint caught my eye. Maybe it was the sleek packaging, or the fact that LAKA never tries too hard but always delivers. What Makes It Different? You know when a lip product says it’s a tint, but actually feels more like paint? This is not that. LAKA’s lip tint glides on like a gel-water hybrid and dries down to this really natural, blurred finish that makes you look alive but not overly done. It’s buildable too. One swipe for that “just-bitten” look. Two or three if you want it bolder. Either way, it somehow never feels thick or dry. I’ve worn it on bare lips, over balm, and even dabbed a little on my cheeks when I forgot blush. It worked. I felt clever. The Shade That Won Me Over Honestly, I had a hard time choosing. LAKA’s shade names are simple and cool, and the tones lean neutral, which I love. I went with a dusty rose color that looked kind of “meh” in the tube, but on the lips? Game-changer. It gave me this soft, muted pop of color that pulled my whole face together without looking like I tried too hard. It’s the kind of shade that works whether you’re wearing jeans and a hoodie or pretending to be a responsible adult in a blazer. Wear Test: A Day in the Life of My Lips Here’s the truth. It doesn’t survive a greasy lunch. But honestly? Most lip tints don’t. What it does do is fade nicely, which I actually prefer. No weird patchiness, no scary outer-ring situation. Even when it starts to disappear, it leaves a gentle stain behind that still looks cute. It’s not transfer-proof, and it won’t last through a three-course meal, but for coffee runs, Zoom calls, or just feeling a little prettier while cleaning your room, it holds up really well. Plus, it’s one of the few tints I’ve tried that doesn’t dry out my lips or highlight every little crack. I didn’t even need to exfoliate before using it, which is saying something. What Could Be Better If I had to nitpick — and I always do — I’d say the applicator could be a bit more precise. It’s totally fine for quick swipes, but if you like super crisp edges or have thinner lips, you might need to clean up with a finger or brush. Also, some of the shades look very similar once applied, so it’s worth swatching if you can before you buy. If you’re deciding between two pinks, chances are you don’t need both. Lastly, this isn’t the kind of tint that’s going to last through a night out or a hotpot dinner. It’s more of a pretty, everyday pick than a high-stakes lipstick. Final Verdict: Low Effort, High Reward If you’re into easy, wearable makeup that makes you feel pulled together without fuss, LAKA’s lip tint is a must-try. It’s the kind of product you throw in your bag and end up reapplying just because it feels nice, not because you need to. It’s not perfect. But it’s one of those things that fits so seamlessly into your day, you kind of forget what you did without it. And honestly? That’s the kind of beauty product I trust the most. Now if you’ll excuse me, I have three other shades in my cart. No regrets.