Many of us can’t step outside without applying a little bit of kajal and a swipe of lipstick. We all have a certain lipstick shade that we gravitate to--it could be a fiery red or a subtle, nude lippie. But, do you know that lipsticks have different textures that give us different finishes? Can’t differentiate between them? Read on for an education!
Love that just-bitten hint of colour on your lips? A lip stain is a watery, pigmented lip colour that is devoid of gloss, and is usually weightless on your lips. Just a few dabs is enough to give you a colour that’s buildable.
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A cult classic from Benefit, this lightweight tint is perfect for just a hint of colour on your cheeks and lips.
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We love the watermelon flavour and the price point, and the fact that it comes in various shades of berry and pink.
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Creme finish lipsticks have a higher wax component, and offer a creamy finish which is often moisturising and feels super comfortable to wear.
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You don’t have to worry about feathering or bleeding when you put on this vibrant lipstick from homegrown cosmetic brand SUGAR Cosmetics.
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Luxe, creamy, and long lasting, this Tom Ford lip colour won’t disappoint.
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The matte lipstick trend is not going to die any time soon. The finish of these lipsticks is opaque and extremely pigmented. The con is that it can be extremely drying on the lips.
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This lipstick will last through anything--multiple rounds of coffee, a fat juicy burger, or a snog fest.
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As the name suggests, this liquid matte lipstick is kiss-proof and lasts for a whopping 24 hours--ideal for the bride-to-be!
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This gloss be poppin’! Glossy lips have become popular thanks to the likes of Ariana Grande and Fenty Beauty’s Gloss Bomb. It can be characterised as a shiny, translucent hue. Sometimes it can also be clear and can be used to top off your lip colour.
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If you have thin lips and are looking for something that gives a little plumping effect, snap up this one.
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A great budget alternative is this Nykaa lip gloss that isn’t tacky and will give you a sexy pout.
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Sheer lipsticks go on invisible and have a balm-like texture which gives a slight hint of colour.
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The Chubby Stick formulation spawned countless copycats, but we love the OG which was super moisturising and doubled up as a blush too.
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This creamy, balmy lipstick is super comfortable on the lips thanks to a meadowfoam oil derivative which protects and maintains hydration for eight hours straight.
Available at Chanel boutiques in Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Chennai.
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Apply lipstick from the center to the corners of the mouth.
Depending on the desired look, trace the inner lip contour with the matching Lip Liner or the outer lip contour with the Line Correcting Pencil.