Lipstick: Reviews

Consumers love the huge range of colors (72 shades and counting) and wide availability of Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick as well as the affordable price tag. With so many available shades, beauty experts say it would be… difficult to not find one that you like. This Revlon lipstick contains vitamins C and E for added moisture. Reviewers, however, point out that cream lipsticks like Revlon Super Lustrous must be reapplied often, and because they are so creamy, they can bleed into small wrinkles around the lips. MAC Matte Lipstick, on the other hand, tends to last a bit longer.

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MAC lipstick was originally developed to stand up under the light and heat of photo shoots. MAC lip color is chosen as the best more often than any other lipstick, especially in the matte finish. Although it can be a bit… drying like all matte lipsticks, consumers say the lovely color and strong staying power is worth it. Experts say the 12 matte shades provide a deep-pigmented "old Hollywood" look without a lot of shine. If you prefer a shiny color with more of a satiny texture, consider using a cream lipstick such as Revlon Super Lustrous. MAC lipsticks also come in six other finishes and 144 shades altogether. The purchase price of certain Viva Glam shades goes to AIDS research, and the company accepts empty tubes for recycling.

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Experts say that CoverGirl Outlast All-Day Lip Color is an excellent choice if you want something that lasts up to eight hours. The problem, experts say, is that this smudge-proof lip color is also incredibly drying, a… fact that turns many consumers off. Most users tend to have a love-hate relationship with it. Beauty editors say, however, that you can apply the moisturizing topcoat as often as needed, which makes the lipstick much more comfortable to wear. CoverGirl Outlast is available in 41 shades.

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Chanel Glossimer lip gloss is not nearly as drying as lipstick and can provide a glamorous shine to your lips. Reviewers say that the 28 available shades impart a natural shimmer without being as sticky as other leading… lip glosses. Users claim that the color works well on its own or applied over lipstick. While it is expensive, several reviewers claim that it is "worth the splurge" and that one tube lasts a long time.

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Lipsticks and lip glosses that include natural pigments and ingredients aren't reviewed as often and are harder to find in stores. Furthermore, some experts say that while they may include natural ingredients, some of… those ingredients, such as certain herbal oils, can be irritating to the skin. Burt's Bees passes scrutiny with this all-natural lip gloss that's free of irritants. It comes in four shades that impart a hint of color plus shine.

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Experts say that regular lip balm use and sun protection will keep your lips looking their best. Nivea A Kiss of Protection Sun Protection Lip Care SPF 30 provides both moisture and broad-spectrum protection, according to… reviewers. It is packed with emollient ingredients that seal in moisture and prevent chapped lips. Users say that it has a nice texture but that the sunscreen, which includes titanium dioxide, leaves a white cast on their lips. Some insist that it does work well under lipstick and gloss, though.

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