The New MAKE UP FOR EVER Artist ColorGlow.. Color, Shine and Hydration—Is It Worth 135 Riyals?
Between traditional lipstick and sheer balm, a new category of products is emerging that aims to deliver color and comfort in one step. One of the latest launches to reach the Saudi market is MAKE UP FOR EVER Artist ColorGlow Lip Balm, a new tinted lip balm that the brand is positioning as offering buildable color, noticeable shine and a comfortable feel on the lips. The product is officially available in Saudi Arabia, making it a practical option worth considering beyond the hype surrounding global launches that may not reach the region quickly.
What Is Artist ColorGlow Lip Balm?
According to the official MAKE UP FOR EVER Saudi website, Artist ColorGlow is a tinted balm with a formula that combines shine and color. It comes in 10 shades, including both shimmery options and shades with noticeable sparkle, as well as a sheer shade. The company describes the color as light at first and buildable, meaning one layer can create a soft everyday look, while additional layers can increase the intensity.
The brand says the formula contains hyaluronic acid to help with hydration, naturally sourced blueberry seed oil to support a comfortable feel, and a peptide to help provide a smoother texture. It also claims to provide 24-hour hydration, based on an instrumental test involving 30 people. This is a cosmetic claim made by the company, not a therapeutic promise, and does not mean the product treats chapped lips or any medical condition.
Who Is It For?
The product appears best suited to those who like a glossy lip look and color whose intensity can be controlled, as well as anyone looking for a quick product to carry in a bag or use every day instead of a matte lipstick that requires precise definition. The range of shades—including pink, berry, nude and red options, along with bolder, more shimmery choices—also allows users to choose the desired result depending on the occasion.
However, those looking for intense coverage in a single swipe or a long-lasting matte finish may not find that here. The balm is designed to leave the lips visible beneath the color, with a noticeable shine.
How Should It Be Used for the Best Results?
Apply it directly to clean lips in a light layer for sheer color and shine, then add a second or third layer if you want a more pronounced shade. You can also use a lip liner close to your natural lip color before applying the balm if you prefer more defined edges. If your lips are very dry or flaky, it is best to gently smooth them before applying makeup, since any glossy color may emphasize an uneven surface.
What Do Published Reviews Say?
On Sephora Saudi Arabia, the product had a high rating at the time of verification, with more than 100 published reviews. Reviewers frequently praised its lightweight texture, comfort, ease of building the color and everyday shine. One published review described the color as buildable and the texture as lightweight and comfortable, while another praised the hydrating feel and the soft color suitable for daily use.
There is, however, an important point to consider when reading these experiences: a large number of recent reviews are clearly marked as having been collected as part of promotional offers or involving gifted products. We therefore do not treat them as entirely independent purchasing experiences. In addition, the nature of a glossy balm means that anyone expecting long-lasting lipstick wear or full coverage may not find what they are looking for. The presence of fragrance or a scent in some published user experiences may also be relevant to those who prefer fragrance-free lip products.
Price and Availability in Saudi Arabia
The official price verified at the time of writing is 135 Saudi riyals, both through the Saudi MAKE UP FOR EVER store and Sephora Saudi Arabia. The official page lists 10 shades, from sheer Crystal and Dreamy Pink to Wherever Walnut and Black Cherry, along with bolder, more shimmery shades such as Festival Lilac and Mermaid Blue. Prices and availability may change later depending on the shade and stock levels.
Is It Worth Trying?
If you want a premium lip balm that combines flexible color and noticeable shine with a comfort-focused formula, Artist ColorGlow offers a cohesive concept, particularly given its local availability and range of shades. At 135 riyals, it is clearly positioned in the higher-priced lip balm category, making it better value for those who will genuinely use it as an everyday alternative between balm and lipstick.
But if your priority is very strong wear, full color or an economical price, simpler options may be more suitable. The bottom line: an appealing product for fans of shine and buildable color, but not a substitute for long-wearing lipstick.
