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.