This shade, however, is called "Elusive" and is the perfect in between of not being a 'bright' lip colour, but not a nude either. It's definitely visible on the lips without being too much for everyday work wear and could probably be described as a mid rosy pink.
In comparison to the earlier Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stains, the Matte Balms are more creamy and do not give the same "stain" to the lips that the Balm Stains give, although scenes as they are just marketed as balms, not balm stains this isn't really surprising. Nevertheless the staying power of these is pretty good, they stay on even after eating/drinking but obviously will fade by the afternoon, especially a more neutral shade like this one. The Matte Balms also have a much nicer scent compared to the Balm Stains, it's still minty, but more peppermint/candy cane which is a really nice little detail.
At £7.99 and now widely available in Boots and Superdrug (although I find Superdrug to have the better shade selection) the Revlon Matte Balms have a gorgeous, velvety smooth texture which seems to actually make the lips look a lot more full and plump than the average lip product, something which I think makes them worth picking up for that reason alone. The twist up, chubby stick style packaging is also really convenient for quick and concise application as well as throwing in your bag for touch ups.
(A post on the Revlon Lacquer Balms will be coming up soon)
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