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LIPSTICK AND FINISH: YOUR COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO FINDING THE PERFECT MATCH

Who hasn't pouted at the incredible choice on the lipstick shelves? Whether online or in-store, the options are endless: matte lipstick, satin, gloss? And what about colour? Not to mention texture, and packaging. Oh, the bewildering choice! To help, here's a rundown of the most important criteria to consider in your quest for lip perfection.

Which shade should I choose?

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Firstly, your skin tone can give you an idea of the colour range that suits you best.

- Tanned or mixed skin:  Immerse yourself in the vibrancy of poppy, and fuchsia reds and let your glow soar...
- Light skin: Elevate your complexion with ethereal shades of pale pink, peach, apricot, or the timeless dusty pink...
- Dark skin:  Plunge into the depths of plum, burgundy, orange, the electrifying flash pink or even venture into the neon frontier...

Then identify your undertone to narrow down your selection.

- You have a cool undertone (often marked by blue veins): choose cool shades such as pink, cranberry, wine, violet or nude.
- You have warm undertones (your veins tend to appear green): embrace the warmth of coral, yellow-orange, peach, copper, or the allure of brick and bronze.
- You have neutral undertones  (your veins are between blue and green): the sublime world of nude shades is crafted just for you.

Our makeup artist’s tip: For natural style lovers, the Color Riche “Nudes of Worth” collection offers a wide range of subtle, pigment-rich shades. With 12 shades to choose from, you're sure to find the one that perfectly matches your skin tone.

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And which finish for which purpose?

Phew, the choice of finishes is less impressive than the range of colours. There are 4 main categories to choose from.

Matte

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The style:
An opulent opacity, delivering full coverage with good hold for an elegant, sophisticated and glamorous look.

Ideal for:
Full lips where the matte allure works its optical magic to refine volume.

Not recommended for: 
Lips with lines or petite wrinkles that may appear over-drawn. Skin that craves luminosity, beware, matte colours can dull your face.

Expert tip:
To make your matte lipstick last longer, use a lip primer, a lip liner to even out the shape of your lips before applying your lipstick, or layer on several thin coats for enduring vibrancy (nothing stopping you from using these 3 tips together). Don't apply too many layers to avoid looking too stiff.

Our makeup artist’s favorite:
The Infaillible Matte Resistance liquid lipstick which offers full, vibrant colour in a single stroke and 16 hours of addictive comfort. Its ultra-lightweight texture glides on and transforms lips without flaking, nor smudging nor feathering.

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Satin

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The style:
Good coverage with subtle sheen to craft a glamorous signature look without compromising on comfort.

Ideal for:
Lips that crave hydration and want to stand out. Satin lipsticks have the advantage of showing off colour while gracefully concealing imperfections.

Not recommended for: 
Those looking for resilient, all-day colour. Satin lipsticks don't last as long as matte ones, but they're also easier to apply, so touch-ups are a breeze.

Expert tip:
 Satin lipsticks are buildable. Start with a thin layer and gradually add more for your desired level of pigmentation.

Our makeup artist’s favorite:
The Color Riche Satin Lipstick range comes in more than 100 shades so that there’s a perfect match for everyone. The formula is infused with argan oil and caring ingredients to provide the lips with gorgeous satin colours that won’t bleed, smear, smudge, or feather.

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Gloss

The style:
A crazy, shimmering sheen that gives the illusion of fuller, plumper lips than natural.

Ideal for:
Thin lips yearning for a touch of lusciousness or those who prefer shine over pigment. More translucent than other lipsticks, glosses bestow a bewitching, sensorial spell upon the lips. 

Not recommended for: 
Pale, discolored lips that need the vibrant embrace of pigment to assert themselves.

Expert tip:
The liquid, volatile texture of glosses demands a touch-up, a regular reapplication to refresh the shine. To improve longevity, start by outlining the surface of your lips with a lip liner close to your skin colour, then apply your gloss in thin layers.

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Colored lip balms

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The style:
Moisturized and delicately coloured lips. Part skincare, part make-up, coloured lip balms soften and nourish the lips while subtly enhancing their beauty.

Ideal for:
Lips exposed to the elements – cold, wind, sun.  Deprived of sebaceous and sweat glands, they can feel tight and tingling. A lip balm will soothe, nourish, and protect them.

Not recommended for: 
Lip balms are the universal elixir, a beauty ritual suitable for all! They can even be used before lipstick.

Expert tip:
The easiest product ever, lip balm can be applied with your fingertips. For more intense pigmentation, layer on several coats. And if you have fine lines around your lips, outline them with a lip liner to prevent the colour from bleeding.

Our makeup artist’s favorite:
Glow Paradise Lip Balm-in-Lipstick with Pomegranate Extract contains up to 98% natural-origin ingredients* that moisturize and nourish the lips for a soft, pillowy look.

*Between 92% and 98% depending on the shades.

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