First swipe and I was hooked. The #05B Coral-Blush shade melted onto my cheeks like butter—no tugging, no patchiness. As someone with dry skin, I appreciated how the VE-enriched formula doubled as skincare, leaving my cheeks plump without that dreaded cakey finish.

Blending? A dream. I used my ring finger (no brushes needed) and within seconds, it looked like I’d been kissed by the sun—just a soft, natural flush. The round stick design hugged my cheekbones perfectly, making application foolproof during rushed mornings.

Unexpected bonus: It’s a lip cheat code. Dabbed lightly, it gave my lips a ‘just-bitten’ stain that lasted through coffee breaks. For fair-skinned folks like me, the coral tone doesn’t pull orange—a rare win in the drugstore aisle.

Downside? The product size is smaller than expected. But considering how little I need per use (one pea-sized dot covers both cheeks), it’s still lasting me months. Pro tip: Layer it under powder blush for extra staying power on date nights.

Final verdict: This stick replaced my 5-step cheek routine. If you want makeup that feels like skin and performs like high-end, take my word—it’s worth the hype.