We’ve Found The Perfect Lip Gloss For Women Who Hate Lip Gloss!
Love a high shine lip but hate the sticky residue of gloss? Illamasqua’s brand new Lip Polish may be the answer...
From chain-mail dresses, scarf prints and animal print to Kate Moss style satin slips, it has been hard to escape the huge resurgence in all things '90s fashion over the past year. Now, we can add another throwback trend to the list: lip gloss. That’s right, after Rihanna’s Vogue cover sparked a renewed interest in pencil thin brows earlier in the year, now another of the era’s defining beauty looks is back with a vengeance. But don’t worry - luckily, it’s not quite as you remember.
Unlike the gloopy formulas of the '90s, this new wave of lip glosses are nonstick without compromising on that all important high-shine finish. And not only that, but plenty of them have skin-friendly ingredients to nourish and moisturise your lips in the same way your favourite lip balm would. Case in point, the new Lip Polish range from Illamasqua.
Image by: Illamasqua
These new lippies may be brand new for September 2019, but we’re already completely obsessed - and that even goes for the staunch lipstick wearers amongst us. Firstly, each one boasts an irresistibly smooth gel formula that’s enriched with almond oil and vitamin E so lips feel instantly soft and hydrated. Secondly, as well as a classic clear formula for the make-up minimalists, there’s another 13 colours to choose from. Those in the know will already be well aware that Illamasqua are known industry-wide for their super pigmented colours, and the new Lip Polish is no different.
Ranging from traditional high impact reds to end of summer orange, dark nudes and 90’s brown, there’s a colour that everyone will love. And better still, a little goes a long way (top tip - apply as normal for a bold, statement finish, or dab on a tiny amount with your fingers for a tinted balm effect). And if that’s not enough, they’re totally vegan too so everyone can enjoy!
So what are you waiting for? Give them a go! As well as adding an array to our own make-up collection, we’re already eyeing these up as cute gifts for beauty lover friends and family.
Shop the collection below...
Our top picks: shades Vain and Grind