Resistant lipstick

Many girls think that the main difficulty in buying a lipstick is choosing the right color, but they are mistaken. Of course, shade, suitable specifically for a particular woman, is important, but besides him, there are other equally important factors. This is color fastness, product quality, the content of useful components, and much, much more. But when you take into account all the factors, you finally buy lipstick, it will become your irreplaceable friend and helper in a difficult battle for beauty.

Before you start choosing a shade, you must decide, because lipsticks are different - classic, matte, liquid, felt-tip pen or moisturizing lip gloss.

Classic based on wax and pigment, can be either matte or with a glossy finish. It has the richest palette of lipsticks. It will help to create an elegant look.

Liquid - a novelty in the world of cosmetics, super durable and leaves no traces. Does not have such a rich palette, as traditional lipstick, but it also happens and matte and glossy. It will help create a bright image.

Lip gloss may have a rich color, but due to transparency, gives the makeup a more natural look. From the name means it is clear that it can not be dull. Helps to create a gentle image.

When buying a lipstick in the first place, choosing the type and color, you need to check its durability. It is desirable that it be waterproof and resistant to all types of mechanical stress. No one will like it if, during a romantic evening, you suddenly discover that lipstick has been smeared on the cheeks and chin.

The advantages of persistent lipsticks are indisputable - they do not leave marks on clothes, glasses and kissing. Some manufacturers promise perfect preservation of color and shape up to 24 hours (although according to numerous surveys of women around the world, such persistent lipstick was not revealed). But the same resistance turns into a disadvantage if you suddenly need to erase it, since it is difficult to remove it without special means. In addition, it is very dry lips, and the presence of any nutrients and moisturizing ingredients in the composition is not able to fully cope with this problem. Therefore, persistent lipstick is not recommended to use every day, but for any important event it is indispensable.

Each manufacturer of decorative cosmetics has several lines for lip care. We will conduct a brief overview of brands and their value.

• Oriflame "The ONE Color Unlimited" - classic stick, pink palette, pigment is weak, consumption is not economical, durability is low, the price is high (about 500-600 rubles).

• Faberlic "Resistant Kiss" - classic stick with a light shimmer, which, oddly enough, does not spoil the beautiful shades of the series presented in the line in the amount of 7 - from neutral to bright red. Does not dry lips, does not leave marks, durability is average, easy to apply, quality is not bad. According to consumers, the only drawback of the product is the packaging - the case is too narrow, washing lipstick around the edges. The price on the official site is 229 rubles.

• Manly pro - Chinese brand of professional cosmetics is a liquid matte lipstick. Elegant colors in the original jars - perhaps this is all that can be said good about lipstick Manly pro. User feedback warns that durability is not up to par, besides they dry lips a lot. The price (within 750-900 rubles) is unpleasantly high for such quality.Although, in fairness, we note that the matte effect is really impressive, as well as the brightness of the color.

• Estrade "Catherine" Infinie Lipstick - the budget series is presented in 16 shades. According to most consumers, excellent lipstick at a fantastic price, quality is high enough, colors are persistent and saturated. Plus - a rare, respectable fact when the manufacturer saves on packaging and not on content. It costs about 150 rubles.

• Paese "Silky Matt" - liquid lipstick presented in ten shades. Despite the name, rather semi-gloss, as there is a slight sheen. Resistance is excellent, but it leaves traces no less resistant. The price is illogically high compared to quality, especially against the background of negative consumer feedback (about 900 rubles).

• NoUBA "Millebaci" - liquid, leaving no trace, 100% matte lipstick from the Italian manufacturer has already earned the title of the legendary. It is rare for a society to display such a consensus as in the case of the “Millebaci” line. Extremely resistant, insanely bright and rich - users do not hide the delight. The only reason for dissatisfaction that sounds in the reviews is the absence of such nude nudes that are so fashionable today. The cost is quite high, but completely justified (1250-1350 rubles).

• Smashbox "Be Legendary" - A traditional stick of sufficiently high quality is made in Canada. Saturated colors and ultra-durability attract customers even in spite of the high price. Lipstick contains moisturizing ingredients and leaves almost no residue, the design is stylish. The only disadvantage is the price (within 1200-1300 rubles).

• Colourpop - American company for the production of decorative cosmetics, produces several lines of lipstick: from liquid and matte to classic and bright colors. The palette of shades is generally quite good, the quality and price vary along the lines, but mostly quite budget. You can buy only in online stores.

• Jordana Modern Matte Lipstick - Another American frosted fudge good quality, this time the budget. It is presented in 12 shades, firmness - average, according to the manufacturer does not contain talc and parabens. It claims to moisturize the skin of the lips. In any case, according to reviews, not very dry. Just like the previous one, you will have to order in online stores. The price is pleasant (in the range of 250-300 rubles).

• Max Factor "Lipfinity" consists of two parts: liquid lipstick and gloss. Resistance at height, lasts up to 6-8 hours (although it is far from the 24 hours of resistance promised by the manufacturer), but according to the reviews, it comes off terribly ugly. In addition, due to its fantastic stamina, it is practically impossible to erase from the lips. Despite the gloss, very dry lips. Its price does not justify (approximately 500-650 rubles).

• Tony moly - a popular Korean brand of natural cosmetics, produces all types of lipsticks, except liquid and matte. Felt pens and pencils for lips, tints and gloss - all of them, thanks to the natural composition, enriched with various oils and vitamins - perfectly care for delicate female lips, actively nourishing and moisturizing them.

• Misslyn - German manufacturer of decorative cosmetics, quality level, prices - affordable, products - varied and colorful, have excellent durability and color saturation. Most user reviews emphasize that lipstick and gloss Misslyn perfectly nourish and moisturize the sponge. Most likely, this is due to the presence of hyaluronic acid in the composition.

• Separately, I would like to mention the Belarusian cosmetics, because lipstick brands Relouis, Lux-Visage, Bielita-Vitex and Belor-Design the quality of their products proved that the “budget” and “cheap” concepts are very different in meaning and, judging by the reviews, have won many fans.

There are components that must necessarily be present in the composition of the lipstick (for example, vitamin E, which protects against free radicals, or vitamin A, as people say, "the vitamin of youth").There are components that may be undesirable, but necessary for various reasons (for example, various preservatives and parabens, despite their allergic effects, are needed to increase the shelf life of the product).

And then there are the ingredients, at the sight of which you should immediately return the product to the shelf. For example, an ingredient referred to as Mineral Oil or Paraffin Oil (a petroleum product, essentially a liquid mixture of high-boiling hydrocarbons) creates an air-tight film on the skin surface that prevents the body from excreting sweat, toxins, carbon dioxide and other harmful products of human life from the body. It literally forces the body to expel moisture and nutrients from the deep layers of the epidermis to the skin surface, which, in turn, weakens the protective properties of the skin and dehydrates it.

At the initial stages of applying cosmetics with this component, the composition creates the effect of smoothed and well-groomed skin, which the manufacturers of cosmetic products shamelessly exploit for marketing purposes, but this is an illusory effect. Paraffin oil slows the growth and, consequently, the renewal of the cells of the epidermis, which very soon will cause wilting and aging of the skin.

Fierce disputes about the dangers and toxicity of mineral oils are still taking place. There is a version that is just a film created by mineral oils and prevents the penetration of harmful substances into our body. Perhaps, as part of the rest of the cosmetics, it brings more benefit than harm, but even resistant lipstick is an “eaten” product, therefore, the substance is guaranteed to get into the body. Therefore, you should not risk your health, it would be better to refrain from buying and look for a harmless option, for example, with an indication of Organic Oil, good, the choice of lipstick today is huge.

The choice of lipstick, despite the complexity, is only half the battle. It is equally important to be able to apply it correctly on the lips in order to prolong the color fastness. And here we will be useful tips make-up artists on the use of the product.

• First of all, lips should be cleaned and treated with peeling. Since the skin on the lips is very delicate, it should be used for scrubbing as soft and gentle as possible.
• Further, it is recommended (in case of using lipstick with a super-resistant, ultra-resistant mark, it is necessary) to apply a special balm, and if there is no lipstick, any butter (olive or cocoa butter is most useful, shea butter or shea butter is possible, if possible). You can also use the most common hygienic lipstick.
• After the product is absorbed into the skin, circle the contour of the lips with a pencil (the pencil must match in tone with the lipstick).
• Your lips are ready for the final touch. Before applying the pigment, following the advice of professional make-ups, you should properly powder your lips and then make them up. In case one layer is not enough, lips should be wetted with a napkin (another little secret from makeup artists - just clamp the napkin between the lips), and repeat the application procedure.

If you diligently followed all the advice of professionals, sponges will long please you with its beauty and rich color.

Now that we have learned how to apply lipstick for the best results, let's move on to the make-up remover process. Proper cleansing of the skin of the lips after using makeup products is important for their health. Remove makeup from the lips should be a special means for the mouth or micellar water. It is impossible to rub them in any case, so as not to damage the delicate skin of the lips, since it will be difficult to restore it.

Let us summarize the information obtained and based on the feedback from users and makeup artists, we will create our own ranking of the best permanent lipstick.

The first place according to consumers undoubtedly belongs "Millebaci" from the Italian brand NoUBA. It turned out to be the best in all respects - in durability, in brightness and color intensity, in ease of application and harmless to lips, so lipstick "Millebaci" - the undisputed leader of our current rating.

Second place customers gave "Catherine" Infinie Lipstick from Russian company Estrade, it must be admitted, quite deservedly - the quality is normal, the palette is richest, resilience is not bad. In addition, a fabulous, simply unrealistic price that delights lipstick lovers. And most likely, the loyalty factor played its role - as we noted in the article, Estrade preferred to save on packaging in order to be able to lower the price of the product without deteriorating its qualities, which speaks about caring for the interests of customers and really causes admiration.

Third place, after minor disputes, consumers gave the brand Smashbox and his "Be Legendary". It is worth noting that the controversy was caused only by the high cost of the product, but in no way by its qualities - and in a variety of shades, and durability, and composition "Be Legendary" turned out to be on top.

Fourth place is rightfully Misslyn with its moisturizing and nourishing lip gloss and lipstick. Truly German quality and with no less German persistence, the brand has achieved a place in the ranking - among the advantages of its lipstick and durability, and a variety of shades, and reasonable prices

Finally, our current rating closes. Faberlic "Resistant Kiss" - despite the many advantages, the main reason for getting into today's ranking of the best lipsticks was a very low price, or rather the golden ratio of price and quality.

Making resistant lipstick from the usual - in the next video.