Marc Jacobs Enamored Hydrating Lip Gloss Stick Sugar Sugar
Okay, let's talk lip gloss. Specifically, the Marc Jacobs Enamored Hydrating Lip Gloss Stick in Sugar Sugar. I know, I know, it's a cult favorite. But I have some thoughts. Unpopular thoughts, maybe.
Don't get me wrong. The packaging is cute. That shiny, clicky pen thing? Adorable. Makes me feel fancy for approximately 2.5 seconds.
The "Hydrating" Claim: A Deep Dive (Sort Of)
Hydrating? Hmm. It feels nice, sure. But is it *actually* doing anything beyond making my lips feel slick?
I'm suspicious. Like, is it hydrating, or is it just a really good, temporary mask for dry lips? The jury's still out.
Honestly, sometimes I think my ChapStick does a better job. And that's saying something, because my ChapStick collection is legendary.
Sugar Sugar: Is it *Too* Sugar?
The color, Sugar Sugar, is pretty. A sheer, shimmery nude-pink. Perfect for that "no makeup" makeup look. If you're into that.
But here's my problem. It's almost *too* sheer. Like, is it even there? Did I even put anything on my lips? These are the questions that plague me.
Maybe I want a little more oomph, a little more pigment. A little more "va-va-voom," you know? Is that too much to ask from a luxury lip gloss?
The Sticky Situation
And let's address the elephant in the room: stickiness. All lip glosses are a little sticky, right? It's just part of the deal.
But this one? I feel like it attracts every stray hair within a five-mile radius. Seriously, my hair is constantly glued to my mouth. It's a glamorous look, I assure you.
I spend half my day peeling strands off my lips. Not exactly the luxurious experience I was hoping for from Marc Jacobs. I am starting to feel I am in a glue factory and not a beauty salon.
The Price Tag: Ouch
And then there's the price. Let's be real, it's not cheap. We're talking serious coffee money. Or, like, half a fancy dinner.
Is it worth it? For a lip gloss that's slightly hydrating, almost invisible, and aggressively sticky? I'm not entirely convinced. Especially as I am eyeing that new Italian restaurant.
My wallet is weeping softly in the corner. And frankly, so are my lips a little bit from the constant hair removal.
"But it's Marc Jacobs!" - The Voice in My Head That Loves Expensive Things
I know, I know. The brand name carries weight. It sounds fancy to say, "Oh, this? It's just my Marc Jacobs lip gloss."
But at the end of the day, it's still just lip gloss. And there are plenty of other (cheaper, less sticky) options out there. Maybe I should spend less money on luxury products.
Maybe I should embrace my inner cheapskate. Maybe I should just stick to ChapStick and call it a day. The world may never know.
So, there you have it. My potentially controversial opinion on the Sugar Sugar gloss stick. Feel free to disagree. I won't hold it against you (much).
