
8 Primary Types of Lipstick Finishes
Lipstick is the makeup that enhances the looks of your lips, whether you opt for a dramatic look or any subtle shade. Many lipsticks can be used according to the shape of your lips. Here are different types of lipstick finishes that can be used according to the mood.
1. Matte
Matte lipsticks make the lips look younger and smoother. This finish comes in various colors and gives a flat look. The matte lipsticks that contain aloe and vitamin E protect your lips from any potential damage. These lip colors are richly pigmented and made with less oil and more oil which is why they tend to give a flat effect than shimmer or shine.
2. Moisturizing lipsticks
These lipsticks moisturize the lips with ingredients like glycerin, vitamin E, and aloe. They give a nice smooth effect on applying and keeps the lips smooth and soft.
3. Sheer and Satin
These lipsticks add shine and a bit of color. They require regular touch-ups when applied but blend very well with other lip shades and are available in many different shades and colors. Sheer and Satin make the lips look shinier and smooth as well as nourish them as they contain more oil-based ingredients.
4. Tints and Stains
These lipsticks have minimum They are long-lasting, high impact, and low maintenance with more color. They are packaged in pencil form and look beautiful. It works well for a soft and subtle nude look too.
5. Gloss
Glossy lipsticks are ideal for women who have small and thin lips. These lipsticks give shine to the lips to make them look bigger. This style comes in a wide range of colors and are worn in flesh, sheer, or nude tones.
6. Cream
They are ideal for women who have small and thin lips. These lip colors are not shiny but they give an even and smooth effect on the application. These lipsticks are healthy for the lips as it prevents the lips from drying.
7. Frost
Pearl frost lip-colors give a glisten and sparkly effect when applied to the lips. These lip colors cause dryness, cracks, and heaviness to the lips, which is why prepping and moisturizing the lips are recommended.
8. Shimmer
These lip-colors glide easily with a smooth texture and a lot of shine. These lip colors make the lips look plumper and fuller. The shimmery pigments keep the lips from drying on application. These are lipsticks are popular go-to choices for women on night-outs and parties.
These are some different types of lipstick finishes available in a variety of colors. Note that prepping and hydrating the lips are important before its application to keeps the lips healthy and nourished.