9 tips to make gloss your best ally

If lipstick is the world's best-selling makeup product, lip gloss is the perfect ally for sexy lips. A touch of that magic wand will fill them with light, giving your lips volume and irresistible glamour.

However, like everything in beauty, lip gloss has its own user manual. Here are some tips:

#1 It's important to keep the skin covering your lips in good condition, so exfoliate once a week to remove dead skin cells and other rough skin that prevents a smooth, even finish. Use a gentle exfoliant suitable for lips, as this is very sensitive skin. If you're one of those who mixes anything with sugar, I can tell you that unless it's finely ground, you'll only damage your skin.

#2 For a natural finish, apply it directly to your lips, but be careful not to overdo it as it may run down the corners, creating an unpleasant effect.

#3 To create a more voluminous look, you can use it over lipstick. In this case, you should first outline your lips with a shade similar to your skin tone or the color of the lipstick you're using.

#4 Regardless of your lip shape, the correct way to apply lip gloss is to place a small amount of product in the center of your lower lip, then press down to gently distribute the product all over your lips. Don't spread it to the edges, as this will saturate the final effect.

#5 If you overdo it, carefully remove it with your finger. Don't use disposable paper because it will lose the shine effect and is also inaccurate. Another option is to remove the excess with a damp cotton swab.

#6 From sheer lip gloss to tinted ones, you have many options. Pastel shades will always provide a fresh and soft effect, while brighter shades will give a touch of total sensuality. However, we suggest choosing your color based on your skin tone.

• If you're a brunette, raspberry, orange, and coral shades will flatter you. Kiss Me or Gum will blow you away.
• If you're white, you have the rainbow on your side; however, the pink range is our favorite for its incredible illuminating power. Try our Baby , Sweet , or Sugar —they'll be perfect!
• If you're tanned, a peach shade will be ideal, as will a sheer shade. Opt for Peach or Sahara and you'll be right on target.

#7 If you have chapped lip skin, first apply a layer of moisturizing balm or lipstick as a base (like our Cannabis Oil Lipgloss ), wait a few minutes and then the tinted lip gloss.

#8 Although lip gloss provides a very youthful and natural appearance, it's not ideal for women who already have wrinkles around their lips—the famous barcode—because it can accentuate them. In this case, it's vital to moisturize your skin first, outline your lips, and apply a small amount.

#9 Don't wear lip gloss at the beach either, because it traps sand particles and can damage your skin. In this case, apply a matte lipstick to your lips. With the Glowy Lips Pack, you can use lip liner, gloss, or both at the same time!