Lipstick
Lip gloss
Sheerness
However, lipsticks are not normally used to achieve sheerness, and are therefore generally less sheer and shiny than the average lip gloss.
For an even more dramatic effect, the lip gloss can be applied on top of your favorite lipstick color, so you have both the color and the glittery shiny effect.
Plump Lips Effect
If you have thinner lips or just want to create a plump look for your lips, go for the lip gloss. The shiny effect of the lip gloss also contributes towards a more luscious look.
The effect, however, is temporary and short lasting. If you already have naturally very full lips, the lip gloss may be a bit of an overkill.
Moisture
Some lipsticks also contain sunscreens. Still, many people believe that a lipstick makes the lips feel dry and flaky.
Some lip gloss products also contain sunscreen.
Low Stickiness
Unlike the lip gloss, a lipstick is not sticky at all, and does not effect your hair, eating, drinking or kissing.
This is especially notorious when a gust of wind makes your hair stick to your lips. Lip gloss also has other disadvantages when it comes to eating or drinking, and may stain cups.
Although your lips may look plumper and more luscious, some men find lip-gloss wearing women less kissable because of the stickiness effect.
Long Lasting
These lipsticks are supposed to stay put while you eat, drink, go to the gym, shower or kiss - and still provide all the moisture your lips need.
Whether or not the lipstick survives your busy daily schedule, it will usually stay on longer than any lip gloss.
In general, if you don't have the time or just don't like re-applying your lip product very often, you should opt for a lipstick.
These brands promise an all day long gloss on your lips. Some of the products, however, may be stickier than others, and they will generally not last for as long as the long-lasting lipsticks.
Flavor
You may even find a coffee flavored brand that contains actual caffeine! However, the flavor component appears to be less common in lipsticks than in lip glosses.
The flavor is usually sweet - sugary or fruity, but can also be minty or spicy.
Food and beverages flavors such as popcorn, gum, candy floss, ice cream or soda pops are also quite popular, and let you treat yourself a little.
Easy to Apply
Usually, lipstick users want to achieve a more dramatic or made-up look, and are likely to spend more time on their makeup. Some women also like to use a lip liner with their lipstick.
Applying lipstick without a mirror is likely to give the user a clown-face or leave lipstick stains on their teeth.
Whether you use a brush, your fingertips or another applicator that comes with your lip gloss tube, applying a lip gloss is a piece of cake, and a mirror is not normally required.
Color Intensity
The richness and texture of the color work to create a more made-up and sophisticated look.
It is also possible to achieve a casual look with a subtle, natural-toned lipstick.
The subtlety is good for adding only that bit of color rather than the intense solid lip color effect that a lipstick usually creates.
Since lip gloss contains less pigments than a lipstick, it is usually considered to create a more casual, natural and subtle look.
Lipstick
Lip gloss
Lipstick
based on 3 customer reviews
Feel factor: 1
Dark
(Score 5/5)
This product is dark, but not quite black - unless you put layers of it on. It has a purplish hue, so I wonder if maybe it was dyed with berries or something... in any case, it will look black eventually if you keep applying it. It doesn't chap your lips; in fact, it feels quite good as it moisturizes. I will probably buy this kind of lipstick again, because it is good quality. It doesn't have a cheap smell to it like some other lipstick products I've tried, which is a big plus.
Posted on: 2009-12-02
By Eroshiyda
I love it!
(Score 5/5)
Great colors that lasts. I also liked the price. I ordred just about every color available that suits my coloring. (my skin is very fair and my eyes are brown/hazel).
I would surely recommened this product and buy it again.
Posted on: 2009-04-05
By Alexandra Hunter Lucky Charmed
Absolutely Lustrous
(Score 5/5)
I really like this lipstick. It compliments my skintone & I wear it all the time. I tend to go for basic, natural colors & this was just what I was looking for. I'd buy it again.
Posted on: 2007-06-26
By Glynis B
Helpful index: 33.3333333333%
Lip gloss
based on 32 customer reviews
Feel factor: 3
This product is fantastic
(Score 5/5)
This lip gloss is the perfect color of pink that I have been searching for and I will definitely be coming back for more. It also really moisturizes your lips while your are wearing it.
Posted on: 2010-03-03
By D. Fuller
I like
(Score 4/5)
arrived on time & a beautiful light pink color that feels like silk on your lips...
Posted on: 2009-12-02
By T. Duncan-turner
Helpful index: 0%
BEAUTIFUL GLOSS!!
(Score 5/5)
This gloss is the perfect gloss if you are wanting a long-lasting, high-pigmented gloss. I was a little unsure about paying $24.00 for a lipgloss...but since this gloss does not have to be applied frequently, it has the lifespan of about 2 tubes of other gloss. It also comes in a larger tube (larger than MOST drugstore glosses) which is great! GREAT MAKEUP INVESTMENT!!!
Posted on: 2009-02-02
By A. Motsinger
Helpful index: 0%
I Really Like It
(Score 5/5)
A friend recommended it, and she's my "beauty expert." I trust her judgement, and she was right. I dont wear makeup every day anymore, and now i buy the good stuff. This color lasts, and so does the shine. I bought 3 different shades.
Posted on: 2009-01-26
By Readergurl
Helpful index: 0%
Love this gloss
(Score 5/5)
This is my first Nars product- I love how it sticks around for a while, and looks very pretty on. This is the most money I have spent of lip gloss, but well worth it!
Posted on: 2008-11-01
By Kristen B
Helpful index: 0%
