Appears as a clear nail varnish and it's applicator is a brush! Apply lipstick blot apply lipstick lock and reapply lip colour! It mattifies and seems to seal in colour! It stings on application and makes me feel like it has some acetone like component but smells fruit like on the lips! It can be drying and dehydrating but works very well! I wouldn't use it daily and would remove with creamy makeup remover! Great product!