Ogee Complexion Stick Review (I gave it a try!)

As an avid makeup fan, I have tried a bunch of makeup products over the past couple of years. Some don’t seem to blend well on my skin, but Ogee Complex Stick stands out in the busy beauty market.

I have to admit that the makeup feels good for my skin. It looks so natural and clean if you know how to apply it well.

Ogee’s products align with your values of supporting eco-friendly beauty products. This honest Ogee Complexion Stick review discusses whether the product is worth the hype.

Ogee Complexion Stick review

If you’ve been on the fence for months about purchasing this Ogee product because of the high cost, I’d voucher for it. Having used it for some time is enough push you needed to buy them.

Ingredients

The Ogee Complexion Stick is a beauty product that promises a lot. It is packed with organic ingredients and is cruelty-free, gluten-free, GMO-free, and made in the USA.

The brand claims it contains a powerful anti-aging blend of pracaxi seed oil and patchouli leaf extract. These ingredients are supposed to improve elasticity and collagen production for long-term results.

However, this claim seems ambitious, especially since you might not use the stick all over your face.

One downside is that the packaging is not recyclable. The brand is working on it and has other products focusing on environmental impact.

The formula is rich in oils, including coconut, jojoba, coffee seed, olive, pracaxi seed, and sunflower seed. It also contains waxes and extracts like elderberry and patchouli, which you can definitely smell.

The transparency of the ingredient list is commendable. This product, though, may not work for everyone despite its claim to suit all skin types.

For instance, some people might not tolerate coconut oil well. The brand also uses the term “natural,” which doesn’t necessarily mean better or less harmful.

My first impression and application

The recommended application method is to dab and swipe directly onto prepped or bare skin, then blend with fingers or the Blender Brush. But I found the brush provided by the brand to be less than ideal.

The bristles weren’t dense enough for my liking and tended to splay out during application. This might work better if you prefer swirling rather than pressing.

I discovered a helpful trick while working with the Westman Atelier foundation stick: I put a drop of lightweight facial oil on the stick, pressed a brush into it, and then applied it to my face.

For my dry skin, this prevents the product from clinging to texture. It creates a new texture on top of even exfoliated and moisturized skin.

This is a common issue with dense, creamy foundation formulas. A small amount of the Ogee Complexion Stick goes a long way, which is a plus.

Applying the stick directly to the skin and then buffing it in for oilier skin types might work well. It was strange to add oil to a formula already full of oils, but without it, the product clung to the existing texture on my face.

The brand claims that the formula is lightweight and buildable. This implies that the makeup delivers pure mineral pigments to instantly balance skin tone.

I found the coverage to be almost imperceptible on the skin. The shade Linden skewed a bit yellow on me, but the brand offers a shade finder.

Using my oil hack, I could easily build coverage without things looking greasy. I also noticed a strong evening out where I wanted it, which is a perk of the spot application.

You can achieve seamless coverage without having to layer liquid all over your face.

The brand also claims that the stick provides the appearance of flawless, glowing skin with a second-skin finish. I would say the finish was glowy, but when I built it up, it wasn’t flawless.

It looked a bit textured or heavy, not as natural or skin-like as I would have preferred. Overall, it had a better finish than other cream complexion sticks I’ve tried. I feel like this formula caters more to oilier skin types.

A random note: when I applied cream bronzers or gel blushes on top, something magical happened with the finish, and it helped everything blend in. It’s odd, I know, but you might just need to trust the process and look at your skin after everything is on.

There were no claims about this formula being long-lasting, but during my wear tests, I did see some separation.

Be that as it may, the coverage held on really well, better than the finish. It wasn’t the best wear test, but it wasn’t the worst, either.

Pros and cons of Ogee Complexion Stick

Pros

• Organic ingredients. The feature is best for those who prefer natural products. These ingredients are not only beneficial for the skin but also reduce the risk of irritation.
• Wide shade range. With 20 shades available, this product caters to a wide spectrum of skin tones. This inclusivity ensures that more people can find a shade that matches their complexion perfectly.
• Strong coverage with oil hack. The coverage was impressive when using the ‘oil’ hack. This method involves applying a drop of lightweight facial oil to the stick before use, which helps achieve an even application.
• Glowy finish. Despite being rich in oils, the stick provides a beautiful glow without making the skin look oily. This is particularly impressive given the number of oils in the formula.

Cons

• Coconut oil. The inclusion of coconut oil might be a dealbreaker for some. Coconut oil can clog pores and cause breakouts for those with acne-prone skin.
• Lack of sustainability information. No information about the sustainability and eco-friendliness of the product packaging has been provided. Consumers are left in the dark about if it is recyclable at all.
• Strong scent. The product has a strong scent that might be off-putting for some users. However, the scent does dissipate after a minute, so it may not be a long-term issue.