Sephora is always releasing new Favorites Kits and one of the latest is their Bite the Bullet Lip Kit featuring five lipsticks in fall "must-have" colors from some of the most popular brands. It has two full-size lipsticks (from tarte and Urban Decay) as well as three deluxe samples (from Anatasia Beverly Hills, Laura Mercier, and Bite Beauty).
FYI – this Sephora Kit is still available for purchase here!
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About this Sephora Favorite
The Box: Sephora Favorites: Bite the Bullet Lip Kit
The Cost: $25.00 + shipping
The Products: A collection of lipsticks in different shades and finishes, including two full-size and three deluxe-size products, from noteworthy brands.
Shipping: $5.95 if your purchase is under $50, free if you are VIB Rouge. This is also available in stores.
Sephora Favorites: Bite the Bullet Lip Kit Review
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The kit comes in a resealable bag that contains all five lipsticks and has the info for each listed on the back.
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Anastasia Beverly Hills Matte Lipstick in Dead Roses, 0.045 oz. Deluxe Sample - Estimated Retail Value $6.69 (Buy the full size for $18.00)
The first lipstick is from Anastasia Beverly Hills and is a small but mighty deluxe sample. I love the name of this and the deep mauve color (my fave) but I will say that it's a bit on the heavy side once on your lips compared to the others. You'll have that with some matte lipsticks, so some balm beforehand is a good idea to allow this to glide a bit easier. It's still creamy but requires more pressure when pressing your lips together to blot. The good news is that this has staying power and isn't going anywhere.
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Bite Beauty Amuse Bouche Lipstick in Chai, 0.05 oz. Deluxe Sample - Estimated Retail Value $8.67 (Buy the full size for $26.00)
Next up is the Bite deluxe sample in "chai." Bite is one of my favorite lipstick brands because their formula is soooo creamy and they have such a wonderful array of mauves and nudes that I love. They also smell like candy which is super fun to me. Sadly, this might be my least favorite color from the kit. It's a little too red of a neutral/mauve for my personal taste when it's on and even though I adore a bold red- this one is just a bit muddy for my liking. It's also REALLY similar to the first color (which I prefer). Shout out to their packaging tho- I think this tube is so cute and silky smooth.
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Laura Mercier Rouge Essentiel Silky Crème Lipstick, 0.04 oz. Deluxe Sample - Estimated Retail Value $10.67 (Buy the full size for $32.00)
I've been really getting back into bright reds the last couple weeks so this cool tone is a welcome surprise among the rest of the darker mauves. I think this might be my favorite of the kit since it's also super creamy and light. The only downside is that I noticed it has the potential to bleed a little, so a liner is in order for this one to achieve the perfect pout.
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tarte Quench Lip Rescue Balm Rainforest Of The Sea Collection in Berry, 0.1 oz. Full-Size - Retail Value $19.00
This tarte balm is one of the two full-size products in the kit and I'm a huge fan. The color is sheer even though it looks dark in the tube but it's ultra-hydrating which really makes my lips feel great. I love balms and a little bit of color elevates this one for the perfect minimal makeup go-to, plus it has a minty tingle to it to slightly plump. I find the berry to be super flattering and a nice subtle fall color.
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Urban Decay Vice Lipstick in Backtalk, 0.11 oz. Full-Size - Retail Value $19.00
The final item from the kit is this full-size Urban Decay color in a pretty light mauve. A color like this is my go-to and I swear I have several versions at home already. They're all slightly different, though, aren't they? So like, I definitely need more. 😉 I think this might be my first ever UD lipstick and I'm very happy with it since it's a great example of a moisturizing matte. Not too light, not too heavy, and the pigment is fierce. Loving this one!
Here are swatched on my hand. From top to bottom: Anastasia Beverly Hills, Bite Beauty, Laura Mercier, tarte, and Urban Decay.
The Verdict: The Sephora Bite the Bullet Lip Kit (also my first Sephora Favorites Kit) was really satisfying and I loved getting five lipsticks for a really low price. These colors are right up my alley even if they weren't all perfect. Small lipsticks are just as fulfilling to me as full size since I cannot remember the last time I finished a whole tube since I have SO MANY (hi- lipstick addict, here). Part of me wishes they had included a liquid lipstick, but the brands they offered are all amazing, so I can't complain. I estimate that this kit is worth a retail of $64.03 which is more than double the $30.95 cost.
To Wrap Up :
Can you get this box if you order today? Yes, this kit is still available!
Value Breakdown: At $30.95 ($25 + $5.95 shipping) for this kit, here's what you're paying per item:
- Anastasia Beverly Hills: $3.23
- Bite Beauty: $4.19
- Laura Mercier: $5.16
- tarte: $9.18
- Urban Decay: $9.18
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Do you love the fall colors from the Sephora Favorites: Bite the Bullet Lip Kit? How many lipsticks are too many lipsticks to own?
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