description":"Add a pop of colour to your cheeks – instantly brighten your complexion for every season with a hint of carefully applied blusher or bronzer. No matter your face shape, with the right techniques you can transform your features for a defined look. For a different take on the purple lip trend, swipe on I Rebel. This popping purple shade will instantly become the center of your makeup look, just as it should be. SWATCH #9: I STAND Start your application in the center of your upper lip and work from the middle to the outer edges of your lips, following the contour of your mouth. Then, glide the applicator across the bottom lip and fill it in. Feel free to use your fingers during application for smooth, even coverage. We’ll admit that the product does come off, but that’s because of the unique formula — the creamy color stains the lip beneath it, so as the initial application wears off (which it will, as it is not water or transfer resistant), it will reveal the underlying, natural-looking pigment. It looks almost like permanent lip blushing in the best possible way. What We Love: This lip stain offers the largest shade range we’ve ever seen in the category at a great price.

For more of a traditional gloss, try the L’Oréal Paris Glow Paradise Lip Balm-in-Gloss Pomegranate Extract, which combines the comfort and hydration of a lip balm and the shininess of a gloss thanks to pomegranate extract and hyaluronic acid. Being careful of your habits while wearing your lip stain can also help it last longer. Hart avoids topping stains with a lip gloss, as slippery textures can break down stains, causing them to fade faster. If you want a glossy finish, try a lip stain with that feature, like FLOWER Beauty Bitten Lip Stain. Also, be aware of what you eat and drink. “Consider using a straw to drink from, and know that any foods that have oil or grease will break down the color,” suggests Hart.Applying bronzer or blusher is a key beauty basic, but it’s important to use the right shade and application technique for you. So how do you choose the right shade of blush or bronze to complement your skin tone? And how do you decide between the two? In this tutorial, we’ll guide you through everything you need to know to apply bronzer and blusher like a pro. "

What We Don’t Love: This product created an ombre effect, which was flattering, but may not be the look you’re going for. Before you apply your lip stain or tint, you’ll want to make sure your lips are soft and smooth for an even application. Use a lip scrub to buff away any flakes or rough texture on your lips. If you don’t have a lip scrub, use the corner of a damp towel or washcloth to lightly exfoliate your pout. The damp terry texture does an effective job of making your lips smooth without causing irritation.This cream formula features a rich texture that never fully dried down during our test, so our lips boasted a buttery, velvety finish that lasted all day. The application was made simple thanks to the unique, pointed doefoot, which allowed us to create a precise shape at the edges of our lips and along the cupid’s bow. It’s worth noting that we found this stain took a long time to dry — even after 20 minutes, it hadn’t fully set and we stained our clothes getting dressed after application, so keep that in mind when planning your day. It also transferred a bit to our cup and required a few touch-ups, especially because we wanted to keep that initial glossy finish. However, the stain itself held on the whole day, even after we used makeup remover that night.

While there’s an exception to every rule, certain colors are better fit for different seasons. As a rule of thumb, darker lip colors tend to look more appropriate during fall and winter, whereas bright, popping shades shine in the spring and summer. TIP #4: CONSULT YOUR COLLECTION Lip stains generally come in the form of liquids or gels, and they’re generally matte, although some varieties are also glossy. The L’Oréal Paris Rouge Signature Matte Lip Stain comes in more than 30 shades and is designed with a precision wand for a perfect application. With 12 on-trend shades from dusty greige to deep plum and pillar box red- every woman can sign her look with her own statement colour. With Rouge Signature, less is more. Less texture, more colour. Less excess, more impact

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There are really no rules when it comes to selecting a lip stain shade — it’s all about the mood you’re trying to evoke with your look. If you’re going natural, Thomas recommends seeking out a shade that is slightly more vibrant than your true lip color, which will give a bit of a flushed appearance. “If you are looking for something bold, go with a color that makes you happy or compliments your outfit,” she adds. We appreciate enthusiasm for new releases but ask readers to please hold questions regarding if/when It was very similar to YSL's Glossy Stains, and I had similar issues applying some of the lighter shades in the YSL range as I did in this one. One of the issues was that the staining power of the formula itself really interfered with the lighter pigments, which resulted in an uneven look--like I applied a milky gloss over a lip stain.

When you want to take your lip stain or tint off at the end of the night, use an oil-based makeup remover or one meant for waterproof makeup, like the L’Oréal Paris Ideal All Skin Types Makeup Removing Towelettes. Gently glide the wipe over your lips for easy removal.While the product’s name may be “tint,” it’s definitely a stain — it actually used to go by the name “tatouage” (tattoo in French). A favorite of Hart’s as well as our testers, this sophisticated formula offers saturated color in a thin, almost lotion-like formula that offers great control, spreading smoothly across the lip for flawless coverage. We got great color with three coats, though you could always apply less for a subtler look or more for bolder pigment. Lip stains are the ultimate makeup product for low-maintenance beauty lovers. They prevent the need for constant touch-ups and are easy to use. The best lip stains are also formulated to give you long-lasting color without drying out your lips. This is a true and traditional stain and works very well — almost too well, to the point that we struggled to remove it. It was no match for a makeup wipe and we’d recommend using a cleansing balm or oil to help you remove as much of it as possible. However, if you’re looking for something that seriously lasts, this Clarins formula is for you. If you used lip stains in the ‘90s and early ‘00s, you probably associate this makeup category with severe dehydration. Happily, things have changed. “Lip stains have come a long way—we are seeing more hydrating formulas as well as stains that are so powerful that a swipe of gloss on top won’t cause them to move or disintegrate at all,” says Thomas. She recommends formulas that feature nourishing oils and known moisturizers, like Fenty Beauty Poutsicle Hydrating Lip Stain, which contains squalane to keep lips nourished. Wayne adds that products with plant-derived ingredients can also support lip hydration; try Clarins Water Lip Stain and Kaja Jelly Charm Glazed Lip Stain & Blush With Keychain, both of which contain fruit extracts like raspberry and lemon fruit. Because the first coat went on very faint and sheer, we chose to apply several layers to get a bolder look. This heavier application meant we needed to wait about 10 minutes for our lips to dry, but even after blotting our lips (after which there was some transfer to our tissue), we didn’t have to apply more color. Once it had fully set, there was minimal transfer to our water cup — and we also found this formula to be quite water resistant, so we had to use several passes of the makeup remover wipe to get it off. Overall, we were thrilled by the results of this lip stain, especially for the price point.