Every cool girl on my feed owns this. I had to know if it’s actually different from the 47 other glosses in my bag.
The tube is satisfyingly hefty — like a little metal bullet. Not cheap-feeling at all.
It’s a $16 lip treatment from Rhode. The big claim: peptides plump lips over time, not just for the gram.
Peptide Complex
Says it supports collagen. I’ve used it 3 weeks — lips look fuller in the morning, not instantly.
Shea & Cupuaçu Butter
Thicker than your average balm. Actually stays on through coffee.
Noir Applicator
The metal tip is cold and precise. Feels bougie. Doesn’t get goopy.
Photo: Maria Lupan / Unsplash
It’s not just petroleum and fragrance. The formula leans into actual skin-feeding ingredients, which is rare for a gloss.
- Peptides: Supposed to firm surface skin
- Shea Butter: Locks moisture in without greasiness
- Cupuaçu Butter: Deeper hydration than cocoa butter
- Avocado Oil: Sinks in fast, doesn’t sit on top
Photo: Marius Muresan / Unsplash
First swipe: thick, almost waxy. Not sticky — it glides. Feels like a protective layer, not a slick gloss.
By week two, my lips stopped peeling in winter air. That surprised me — I expected a celebrity flop. It’s actually functional.
My chapped patches vanished. No more flaking under matte lipstick. But the “plumping” is subtle — don’t expect filler.
It’s the only celebrity lip product I’d actually repurchase. Not a gimmick — just a really solid balm with a fancy name.