LIP OILS: THE NEW BALM

We’ve long been waxing lyrical

about the importance of incorporating oils into your skincare routine, and with an insurgence of oil-infused lip products we’re saying goodbye

to chapped pouts forever. From colour-popping lipsticks and glosses that impart a sheer, but oh-so moisturising stain,

to clear glossy treatment products promising to keep lips plump, hydrating has never been so glamorous.

Clinique Pop Oil Lip and Cheek Glow, $46, is a soft, buildable tint for lips and cheeks. Sa ower, jojoba and sunflower seed oils o er lightweight hydration that’s never sticky.

Anti-ageing powerhouse, Hourglass No.28 Lip Treatment Oil, $76, contains a luscious blend of botanicals and

vitamins to condition lips and reduce wrinkles.

Lancôme Juicy Shaker, $39 (available May 23), is set to hit cult status, just

like its younger sister, the Juicy Tube. By shaking the biphasic formula prior to application, you’ll create the perfect cocktail of colourful pigment and

lip-care oils to give a satin-shine result.

Unlike traditional lipsticks which are fixed in the tube when cold, Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Volupté Shine Oil-in-Stick, $65,

contains a 60% concentration of oils poured into the tube while still hot. The result? A wet-look shine and ultra-melting texture that delivers eight hours of

hydration.