To keep things consistent, I tested in relatively similar colors:

Clinique Chubby Stick in Super Strawberry ($15.35, amazon.com)

CoverGirl Lip Perfection Jumbo Gloss Balm in Rose Twist ($10.99, amazon.com)

Neutrogena MoistureSmooth Color Stick in Bright Berry ($12.99, amazon.com)

Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in Smitten ($7.49, amazon.com)

 

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1. 

   Mae

   February 26, 2013 at 8:53 pm

   I swear by the Revlon Just Bitten, because it is a stain + balm and because it is the most affordable option that doesn’t test on animals. But I liked seeing how it stacked up against the original! Great post!

2. 

   Rozy

   February 27, 2013 at 10:54 pm

   If only makeup wasnt so unaffordable in Canada!

3. 

   Natalie Bell

   March 25, 2013 at 10:12 am

   @Mae — Thank you for the comment! I definitely liked the Just Bitten balm + stain quite a bit.

   @Rozy — Thank you for the comment! And that’s a total bummer. Makeup can be a pricey habit, I’ve found.

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