- Value: 18/20
- Quality: 18/20
- Functionality: 20/20
- Longevity: 18/20
- Nourishing: 20/20
- Total: 94/100
We recently reviewed Rhode’s most viral products: Peptide Lip Shape and Peptide Lip Tint, but I thought it was time to try a few other top sellers from the brand. I’m always a bit skeptical of celebrity brands (as you probably know, Rhode is helmed by Hailey Bieber), so I was curious to see if the brand really lives up to the hype. Here’s my very honest review of the buzzy brand.
What Is Rhode Beauty?
Rhode Beauty was founded by Hailey Bieber on June 15, 2022. The brand strives to create essential products for all skin types, using key ingredients like peptides, shea butter and niacinamide. It first debuted as a skincare brand, releasing three key products like the Peptide Lip Treatment, Peptide Glazing Fluid and Barrier Restore Cream. Three years later, it has since expanded to makeup with the Pocket Blush, Peptide Lip Tint and Peptide Lip Shape. “Rhode is dedicated to making products based in science and great formulation, simplifying many of the mysteries and complex narratives behind efficacious skincare,” she writes on her site.
How I Tested Rhode Beauty Collection
Based on the best sellers list on the brand’s website, I went with two makeup favorites (Pocket Blush and Lip Tint) and four skincare hybrids (Glazing Milk, Barrier Butter, Daily Cleanser and Lip Treatment). I spent time with each product, following their instructions on how to apply it on my skin/lips. From there, I paid close attention to its quality, ease of use and finish to come up with my honest review of Rhode Beauty.
1. Rhode Beauty Peptide Lip Tint
What We Like
- offers high-shine
- moisturizing
- subtle tint
What We Don’t Like
- messy applicator
- gritty texture
This lip tint doesn’t mess around when it comes to the shine. It has a rich formula that makes my lips so glossy. It does have a weird grainy texture at first, but slowly goes away and melts nicely on my lips. It’s formulated with shea butter to lock in moisture, peptides to visibly plump, cupuaçu to maintain skin elasticity and babassu oil to replenish skin’s moisture. I tried the “Espresso” shade and it leaves a subtle tint that works well with layering with other lip products or by itself—even adding just a lip liner for a full look. I wore it alone for a couple hours and didn’t find it at all tacky or uncomfortable. Whether I wiped it off or drank some water, my lips still felt soft and hydrated.
Fast Facts
- Shades: 5
Original Photography by Chelsea Candelario
2. Rhode Beauty Peptide Lip Treatment
What We Like
- nourishing
- great for dry lips
- long-lasting
What We Don’t Like
- subtle scent
I was very interested in trying their most viral product—you know, the one with the compatible trendy phone case. While I was unfortunately case-less, the lip treatment does live up to the hype all on its own. It has similar ingredients to the lip tint, so it was nourishing, retained moisture and visibly plumped my pout. It comes in four scents, and I tested the “Watermelon Slice,” which has a very subtle fragrance that’s not at all overpowering. I did experience the gritty texture here, but again, once you let it sit for a bit (or rub your lips together) it tends to go away.
Fast Facts
- Scents: 4
Original Photography by Chelsea Candelario Wearing “TK”
3. Rhode Beauty Pocket Blush
What We Like
- great color payoff
- compact design
- blends well
What We Don’t Like
- not really ‘pocket-friendly’
The internet’s rave reviews of the Pocket Blush are what enticed me to give Rhode a chance. A former editor wrote in her review that the blush offered her a smooth application and a flush of color that was oh-so flattering. I tried “Sleepy Girl,” a soft mauve shade that complemented my skin tone. Like many mentioned, a little goes a long way. All I needed was a dot of product and started blending it upwards with a brush, or even my finger. It has a creamy texture that’s buildable and layers well with other makeup. As someone with textured skin, I was surprised to see how it melted nicely, leaving a soft, satiny finish minus any greasiness. With key ingredients like peptides and tamanu oil, it can also be used on the lips, which was comfortable, lightweight and left a nice rosy shade on my pout.
Fast Facts
- Shades: 8
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