Tested: CTZN Globalm Clear
CTZN (pronounced citizen) is a gender-neutral makeup brand for everyone! These makeup products are 100% vegan and contain no parabens and talc. In addition, they are also Cruelty-free! CTZN's range includes Nudiversal Lip Duos, Lipstrokes, Globalms and Code RED lipsticks.
The home testers tested CTZN Globalm Clear, a lightweight balm that creates a glossy effect anywhere on the face. A real product without rules! Recommended for lips, cheekbones and eyelids.
Micheline:"CTZN Globalm is a great product if you are looking for a nice neutral highlighter that lasts a long time. After application, it is still a bit sticky on the skin for some time."
I tried the CTZN Globalm Clear: the variant of the product that gives a shimmer without color. It is a balm that you can use as a lip balm, highlighter and eye gloss. Since I personally like to use an eye and lip product with color, I applied it mainly as a highlighter.
The product is easy to apply with your fingertips. Personally, I just applied this with my morning routine.
I find that the product still feels a bit sticky for quite a while after application. In somewhat windy weather, my hair therefore sticks to my face. After some time this sticky effect disappears.
I am positive about the effect: it gives a nice shine and a summery look. It also stays on for a long time.
I have to be honest and say that my boyfriend asked me if I hadn't spread my cream properly.... so apparently tastes do differ
;-)!
Functioning score 5/5
On the cheekbones, it gives a nice, not overly shiny/fresh look.
Smell score 4/5
Neutral, fairly odorless product.
Texture score 3/5
I am a little less enthusiastic about this because it still feels sticky on my skin after quite a long time. This does disappear at the end.
Price-quality score 4/5
I estimate that you really do quite a long time with a jar because you only need to use very little. Therefore, I think the price of the product is quite acceptable.
Overall score 4/5
Great product if you are looking for a nice neutral highlighter for a fresh effect that lasts a long time.
Positive points
- Easy to apply
- Gives a beautiful shine
- Stays in place for a long time
Negative points
- Your skin stays sticky for a while
- Perhaps nicer in the form of a tube than a jar as we look at hygiene
Nadja:"I am moderately positive about the CTZN Globalm. It does what it promises, but is somewhat sticky and 'heavy'."
The product I tested is the CTZN Globalm Clear. I used this as makeup on my lips, cheekbones and eyelids. I applied it with patting motions. Unfortunately, I found the Globalm to feel a bit sticky. I personally like it when I don't feel a product like this so much. Aside from that, the Globalm does exactly what it is expected to do. It gives a nice sheen to the parts you apply it to. I think the Pearl will "shine" even more though, since it contains pigments that change color as you shift the angle of vision. The Clear does that a little less. Nevertheless, I am moderately positive about this product. It does what it promises! However, I do find it a bit sticky.
Functioning score 4/5
Functioning is fine.
Smell score 5/5
Smells fine.
Texture score 3/5
The product feels fine but sticky. I wouldn't say I like this very much.
Price-quality score 3/5
I think it's a lot of money for such a small jar.
Overall score 4/5
It does what it promises! However, I like a soft and non-sticky texture. I also don't like that you "feel" it a bit on your face.
Positive points
- It has a beautiful shine
Negative points
- Sticky and heavy.
Lisa: "Fine, basic, sheer gloss to moisturize lips and provide a nice shine."
I use it before I put on my makeup in the morning, as a first step, to moisturize my lips. I really like this balm: it is fragrance-free and non-sticky. I do easily take too much with my finger but that is a matter of learning to dose better because a little goes a long way with this product. It gives a nice shine!
Functioning score 5/5
Beautiful shine.
Smell score 4/5
Odorless is nice, on the one hand, but a lovely scent wouldn't have been wrong either.
Texture score 5/5
Very smooth and spreads well. Does not stick.
Price-quality score 3/5
Personally, I think it's too expensive. I would have paid a maximum of €15 for this.
Overall score 4/5
Not super special because it's just a light gloss. I didn't use it on my eyes or cheeks because it's not really my thing. So I didn't use the multipurpose aspect. So a fine lip gloss for me.
Positive points
- Animal-free and vegan.
- Transparent gloss.
- You do it sparingly.
Negative points
- Having your finger in the jar each time is less hygienic.
Jill: "Fine product if you use it only for lips, as a highlighter, a lot less fine. It stays wet, felt on your face, and hairs stick in it. In itself, a nice effect though, wet look."
I used the product in several ways, first as a lip balm/lip gloss. I was very satisfied with this. Feels very caring and stays on for a long time. Ideal for dry lips. Also gives a nice subtle shimmer. I would not use it over lipstick as a gloss but more as a balm. I also used it as a highlighter on the cheekbones. Less positive about this, it remains sticky. Nice result if you want to go for the wet look, but it really stays wet and you feel it all the time on your skin. Also tried it on eyelids. Moderately satisfied with it. Gives a nice shimmer but does not dry up so you get heavy eyelids.
Functioning score 3/5
As a lip balm it is a very nice product. I am less enthusiastic about how it works as a highlighter or for on your eyelids, it stays a bit greasy/sticky so your hair keeps getting stuck in it.
Smell score 5/5
Odorless, fine.
Texture score 4/5
As a lip balm, it is lovely and stays on for a long time; not highly greasy, but caring.
Price-quality score 2/5
The idea is that you can use it in multiple ways but I only use it as a lip balm, and just for that, I find it too expensive, even though this one is nice.
Overall score 3/5
Difficult to say. As a lip balm it's amazing; as a highlighter, I am less enthusiastic. The effect on the skin is nice. It gives you really a wet look. However, it stays really wet.
Positive points
- Conditioning as a lip balm.
- Stays on for a long time.
- Beautiful shine
Negative points
- Sticky as a highlighter.
- Hairs stick in it.
- You feel it on your face every time.
Conclusion: Beautiful highlighter that moisturizes in addition to providing a glow, but does give a sticky feel - and you have to love that.
Functioning score 4/5
Smell score 4,5/5
Texture score 3,5/5
Price-quality score 3/5
Overall score 3,5/5
We selected home testers for this test who indicated that they use makeup and would like to test it.