When Essence releases a new themed collection, I can’t resist — especially when it’s inspired by Alice in Wonderland. Not everything from the line reached our stores, but I still managed to grab almost all of my must-haves (except for the fluffy makeup bag 😅). Let’s take a closer look!
Essence Alice in Wonderland Key Chain Sheer Lip Balm — 01 Late But Cute
This was the item I was hunting for! I went to eight stores before I finally found it — it was selling out everywhere. And I totally get why.
The balm comes in adorable pocket-watch–shaped packaging with a rose-gold finish and a chain key ring — it’s pure collector’s joy. Inside, there’s even a tiny mirror. The product weighs 1.35 g, made in China.
My shade is the bright red, while the second (a light pink) didn’t make it to our market. The scent is sweet and candy-like — a bit artificial, but it fades after a few minutes.
The balm applies smoothly and evenly, giving a soft, glossy tint. It hydrates and softens lips nicely without feathering or settling into lines. The color and shine last for about an hour, fading gracefully without drying or tinting the lips.
💬 A fun and pretty trinket — definitely a collector’s delight rather than a makeup essential.
⭐ Rating: 5 / 5
💰 Price: €2.95
✨ Essence Alice in Wonderland Liquid Highlighter — 01 Grin & Glow
There are two shades in the collection, but only one was available here. It comes in a transparent bottle (4 ml) with a Cheshire Cat design and a mushroom-shaped sponge applicator — cute and very on-theme.
The texture is liquid-gel-like, fragrance-free, and appears golden in the bottle but turns into a soft pearly sheen on the skin. It doesn’t fully set, which makes it easy to blend with fingers and layer for more glow.
The base is transparent, so it works on any skin tone. The effect is luminous yet natural — perfect for daylight or a subtle highlight.
The only downside: it’s not long-wearing. The glow fades after a couple of hours, and after 4–5 hours it’s almost gone, leaving just a few sparkles.
⭐ Rating: 4 / 5
💰 Price: €3.75
💄 Essence Alice in Wonderland Colour-Changing Lip Glow — 01 Swirl & Twirl
Sadly, the biggest disappointment. The packaging feels cheap, the cap squeaks, and the gold print rubs off almost instantly. It weighs 3.2 g.
I bought it for the gorgeous marble bullet — and it really is beautiful. But on the lips? Not so much. It has the same candy scent as the balm, but the color payoff is a bright, artificial lilac-pink that just doesn’t flatter me. On top of that, it’s filled with visible glitter particles that ruin the finish.
It applies unevenly, emphasizes dryness, and just looks off. If you wait about 15–20 minutes and wipe it off, it leaves behind a light pink tint — wearable, but still not great.
💬 Pretty in the tube, disappointing on the lips.
⭐ Rating: 2 / 5
💰 Price: €3.25
🕰️ Final Thoughts
This Alice in Wonderland x Essence collab totally captures the fairy-tale vibe — whimsical packaging, fun concepts, and charming details. The lip balm is a must-have for collectors, the liquid highlighter is worth it for its glow, but the colour-changing lip glow is, unfortunately, more “mad” than “magical.”
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