Do you like lip oils? I kept seeing the Merit Shade Slick Tinted Lip Oil all over Instagram and wanted to know what all the hype was about. So I decided to purchase one. The shade I selected was Pink Beet. By the way a random fact about me, I love beets. Do you?
Packaging Of The Merit Shade Slick Tinted Lip Oil
The product is packaged in a clear plastic tube with the brand name printed at the front of the tube. I love the gold and the clear tube packaging. The applicator is a regular doe foot applicator.

Formula Of The Merit Shade Slick Tinted Lip Oil
According to the Sephora website this is “A slick of sheer color infused with rosehip oil and shea butter for healthy-looking lips all day long.” The highlighted ingredients include Rosehip Oil, Omega 3, 6, 9, Shea Butter, Grapeseed Oil, and Jojoba Oil. The Merit shade slick lip oil is vegan, cruelty-free.

Shades Of The Merit Shade Slick Tinted Lip Oil
- Bel Air – warm clear
- Au Naturel – warm blush
- Marrakech – soft peach
- Pink Beet – cool pink
- Taupe – neutral brown
- Cara Cara – soft red orange
- Sangria – deep berry
- Falcon – deep brown
I picked up Pink Beet.
My Experience
The first thing that struck me was the buttery-smooth consistency. The Merit shade slick lip oil is very lightweight and made my lips feel soft on application. I could definitely see the sheer color on my lips. This is not sticky or tacky like some lip glosses. It leaves behind a soft sheen that I love. It feels hydrating and I get about 2 hours from it. I don't mind reapplying it. Also, I did not experience any feathering nor did it settle into my lip lines.
Pink Beet does not look like the Sephora website pictures. It is more of a warm coral with orangish tones. I loved the formula and how hydrating it felt on my lips. I have dry lips and am always on the lookout for hydrating lip products. This lip oil fits the bill. I would love to try other shades in this range.

Pros
- Vegan and Cruelty-free
- Hydrating and comfortable on the lips
- No noticeable fragrance
Cons
- You will have to reapply, after all it's a lip oil. But I don't mind.
Where To Buy
Merit Shade Slick Tinted Lip Oil retails – $24 Sephora |
