GLOSS Lip shimmer, shine, sheer - glosses come with all kinds of fancy names. But what does it all mean, and which are the longest lasting? Basically, the key is the viscosity of the gloss: the thicker it is, the longer it will last. Conversely, while sheer glosses will come off the fastest, they are also the most hydrating and beneficial for your lips (but then, you could always use Vaseline). A great trick is to colour in your lips with a lip liner first, or use a lip stain or tint. [1] Chanel's Ultra-lipgloss (HK$170) is a gel format which gives an ultra glossy finish with intense colour. [2] The Nars Lip Stain (HK$205) is like liquid beetroot juice and should last all night. Use it under one of the thickest and shiniest glosses on the market: Lancome Juicy Tubes. [3] Lancome has also launched a new
Juicy Gelee (HK$160), a crystal-clear lip gloss which gives a syrup-like shine.