Lipgloss for a Fresh and Dewy Look!
Have you noticed that lipglosses are always trendy? Yes, it’s not a 2000’s thing anymore. The original shiny, gluey and stick lip gloss has undergone a lot of change. The new avatar is a raging hit among women- because plump and juicy lips are the latest fashion statement. The latest and evolved lipgloss gives your lips an understated shine, brilliant hydration and a subtle tint. The secret to wearing a traditional and shiny gloss is buying subtle shades, sticking to nudes, and layering over a lipstick base.
Lipgloss is here to stay. However, the current trend is about being classy and a daily wear makeup product for teenagers and all age groups.
Lipgloss: An Overview
Lipgloss is a cosmetic product that adds shine and sometimes a subtle colour to the lip. In addition, it makes the lip soft, plump and juicy and keeps the lip hydrated.
Lipglosses are available in the market in two forms; fluid and soft-solid. Fluid lipglosses have a comparatively thinner texture than the soft solid ones, whereas the latter has a thick consistency.
- Fluid lipglosses generally come in tubes or thin bottles with an inbuilt applicator or brush.
- Soft solid lipglosses are available in small boxes or tube form. You can either apply it by hand or use the applicator with it.
Ingredients in Lipgloss
When it comes to ingredients, the composition varies depending on the type and finish of the product. However, the prime ingredients are emollients, thickeners and pigments.
Emollients:
These basic oils provide a wet, slick texture to the product. In addition, these oils add features like hydration and moisture to lipgloss. Depending on the quality of the product, emollients vary.
Thickeners:
These are the substances that decide the texture and consistency of the gloss. These are wax or clay put in the product to make it firm and less slippery in texture.
Pigments:
Pigments are another key ingredient that is present in the gloss. More the colour of your gloss, the higher the number of pigments. The colouring agents are usually dyes, fruit extract, or any other safe chemical compound that provides the gloss’s desirable shade colour.
Additional ingredients such as sweeteners for flavour, glitters and sunscreens for UV Protection are also included depending on the preference of the particular brand.
Lipgloss Finishes
Thinking about lipglosses, we only come up with glossy, shimmery textures, but there are more options than that. So let’s look and find out which will be your preferred style.
Sheer Lipgloss
These are clear, transparent or minimum pigmented products to give you an all-natural yet glossy pout. In addition, you can use clear lipglosses to top off your lipstick and add an extra shine.
Pigmented Lipgloss
As the name suggests, these are pigmented ones on the market. These lip glosses add a flirty colour to your lip with an on-point shine to it as well.
Glitter Lipgloss
Lipgloss with glitters is the sassiest top for your beautiful pout. Glittery lipglosses have an extra dash of glitters, making the lips sparkly and sassy. You can’t do without these during festivals and the wedding season.
Shimmer Lipgloss
Yeah, girls!! Shiny lipglosses are the 2000’s thing. But it’s back to trend as well. When applied, these glosses provide a shimmery, glossy finish to the lips and are still different from glitter ones. So, if you like the retro and Spice Girl vibes, grab one.
Matte Lipgloss
Matte and gloss, how? Yes, they do come together. These glosses have a long staying power as matte ones but come in a lipgloss formula.
As we conclude all the lipgloss finishes, try out which one is your ideal type.
Why Should You Use Lipgloss?
- Glosses give you a hydrated and healthy-looking lip.
- Adds a sassy shine to the lip.
- Keeps lips soft, plump and juicy
- It gives you a beautiful pout in your selfies
- Easy to carry and handy
- Glosses are available in different shades and flavours.
- You can find them easily in local stores as well as online sites.
How to Apply Lipgloss?
Lipglosses are easy to apply. With every tube, an inbuilt applicator or foam brush is present. Keep a check on your lip line and just put it on. Then, you’re all good to go.
Some of the Best Lipgloss Brands in the Market
Some common lipgloss brands available in India are:
- Lakme
- Sugar cosmetics
- Maybelline
- Wet N Wild
- Swiss Beauty
- L.A Colors
- Colorbar
Things You Should Look for While Buying a Lipgloss
It is necessary to find the perfect lipgloss according to your preference. Some things to keep in mind while buying are:
- The texture of the product
- The ingredients present in it
- The fragrance of the gloss
- The colour you’re looking for
- Price of the product
- Check the authenticity while buying lipgloss
- Always buy from an authentic and trusted online portal or shopping app
Are Lipgloss and Lipbalm Similar?
No, they aren’t. Lip-balms nourish your lips, whereas lipglosses add shine and colour to your lips. Lip-balms only help relieve dry and chapped lips, but Lipglosses make the lip fuller, glossier and juicy.
So ladies, here we are, done with all the info and Q&A about Lip-gloss. So go and grab your favourite lipgloss at Health & Glow and show your beautiful pout to the world.
