The difference between lip gloss and lipstick

Speaking of lip gloss and lipstick, two types of cosmetics that many female friends usually use, I believe many female friends are very familiar with them. However, due to the certain similarities between lip gloss and lipstick, many women will refer to lip gloss products and lipstick products as lipstick. In fact, there is a certain difference between lipstick and lip gloss. So what is the difference between lip gloss and lipstick?

Lip gloss and lipstick are both cosmetics used by many female friends in daily life. Both lip gloss and lipstick can make lips more moisturized and more beautiful, but there are certain differences between the two. Let me give you a detailed introduction to the difference between lip gloss and lipstick.

Lip Gloss Introduction

A general term for lip cosmetics. It is a viscous liquid or thin paste, rich in various highly moisturizing oils and glitter factors, and contains little wax and color pigments. It is crystal clear, moisturizing and light; after coloring, it makes the lips moist and three-dimensional; it performs especially well when pursuing special makeup effects. But it is easy to remove makeup.

Lip gloss effect: Crystal liquid lipstick uses natural plant extracts, and it can instantly reduce the lip lines with a light touch, making your lips deeply moisturized, smooth and soft, and enjoying long-lasting protection; after makeup, the lips are crystal-clear, colorful, and attractive, or extra charming, or elegant, or lightly tender, helping you create the perfect lips!

Characteristics of lip gloss: 1. The paste is soft and textured, in the form of a viscous liquid or a thin paste. 2. The colors are mostly bright and eye-catching, but there are also light, clear, and colorless and transparent ones. 3. After coloring, the lips are crystal clear, moist and refreshing, with a shimmering reflective effect, which increases the three-dimensional effect of the lips. 4. Regardless of the season, use lip gloss to protect your lips and moisturize them. 5. Because of the high oil content, makeup is easy to come off, that is, be "eaten".

Ingredients of lip gloss: 1. Lipstick pigment: organic pigment or mineral, which gives lip gloss different colors. 2. Wax: It makes the lip gloss have a certain cohesion and effectively outlines the lip shape. 3. Vitamin E and other natural plant essences protect lips and moisturize them. 4. Certain special ingredients: give different lip glosses different coloring effects and meet the different needs of users.

Lipstick Introduction

Lipstick is the original and most common lipstick. It is generally solid and has a drier and harder texture than lip gloss and lip balm. Lipstick has become a commonly used cosmetic for modern women in my country. Applying the right amount of lipstick on your lips can make you look extra charming. The color saturation is high, the color covering power is strong, and because it is solid, it is generally not easy to overflow due to deep lip lines, so it is often used to modify lip shape and lip color. However, frequent and excessive use of lipstick can be harmful to your health.

Main Ingredients

The main ingredients of lipstick include wax, oil and pigment. The basic ingredients are inseparable from Vaseline and wax, but now there are new formulas that do not contain wax. Antioxidant ingredients such as vitamins A and E, as well as SPF sun protection, are selling points of popular lipsticks. If the skin on your lips is sensitive, it is best to choose a lipstick containing natural fragrances and essential oils. The specific functions of the main ingredients of lipstick are as follows: Wax: Palm wax and beeswax are the most commonly used, and palm wax is less likely to melt. Oils: mineral oil, vegetable oil, lanolin, paraffin oil (petroleum jelly). Colorant: Contains pigments or dyes. The pigments used in lipstick must be fine particles so that they can adhere evenly to the lips. Some lipsticks with glittering effects also contain ingredients such as mica, iron oxide, and titanium dioxide. The lipstick formula is enriched with moisturizing and antioxidant ingredients (such as Sweet Almond Oil, Saccharum and Green Tea) to protect lips, make them soft, plump and add radiance. Do not lick your lips with lipstick on them to avoid poisoning. You need to remove makeup regularly to keep your lips clean and healthy. Vaseline: More moisturizing but not penetrating, can stay on the lips for a long time. Mint: A spice that has the effect of cleaning, cooling, anti-inflammatory and relieving itching. Camphor: It has anti-inflammatory, analgesic and wound healing effects. Lanolin: A very effective emollient.

Aloe vera: It has the effects of sun protection, moisturizing, hydrating and removing freckles. Vitamin E: Prevents skin from becoming rough, cracked, rashes, wrinkles and acne.

Daily skin care cream has no effect on dry lips. Lips need a skin care product that is more moisturizing, lasts longer, and can stay on the surface of the lips without penetrating them. This is lip balm. Although it cannot be said that lip balm is a panacea, the main ingredients it contains are indeed targeted at the special needs of the lip skin and can provide a barrier to lock in moisture for the lips.

The difference between lip gloss and lipstick

Differentiate by texture: Lipstick is the most original and common lipstick, which is generally solid and has a drier and harder texture than lip gloss. Lip gloss is usually in the form of gel. There are many new products now that are also in paste form, but they become hydrated immediately when applied to the lips, which is the biggest difference from lipstick.

Differentiate by moisturizing degree: lip gloss is more watery than lipstick. After applying it, lips will appear more moisturized, more glossy and three-dimensional. However, the moisturizing effect of lip gloss is far inferior to that of lipstick. Especially if the lip gloss is of lower quality, it will not only have no moisturizing effect, but will also take away the moisture from your lips and evaporate. The lip protection effect and skin feel of lipstick are not as good as lip gloss. It is not moisturizing enough and often makes people feel that their lips will be dry after an hour. Therefore, you must apply lip balm to moisturize your lips before applying lipstick. The difference between lip gloss and lipstick: The advantage of lipstick is its high color saturation.

Differentiate by color: The advantage of lipstick is that it has high color saturation and strong color covering power, and because it is solid, it is generally not easy to overflow due to deep lip lines. Using it to modify lip shape and lip color is most appropriate. If you want to create a shiny effect and want to modify your lips to the maximum extent, you can first use lipstick to outline the lips and apply a base, and then apply a transparent or similar color lip gloss or lip gloss to brighten them. The difference between lip gloss and lipstick: You need to apply an extra layer of lip balm before applying lipstick.

Differentiate by usage: If you have chapped lips, it is recommended that you use lip gloss. Apply it before going to bed at night. After a night of moisturizing, you will see moist lips the next day. The function of lip gloss is mainly to make the lips look more beautiful. If you are going out, don't use too moisturizing lipstick (also known as lip balm), or use it less. Instead, choose lipstick-like lipstick. Lip gloss should not be applied too thickly, because it is easy to attract dust and needs to be cleaned and reapplied after a long time. The difference between lip gloss and lipstick: People with deeper lip lines can choose lip gloss.

Differentiate from the perspective of applicability: People with deeper lip lines are suitable for using lip gloss with a thick texture, because lip gloss with a thin texture can easily gather color and glitter into the lip lines, or even overflow from the lip lines, thus making the lip lines more obvious and blurring the outline of the lips. People with dull, uneven or very dark lips are suitable for using lip gloss and lipstick with richer colors.

After reading the above detailed introduction about the difference between lip gloss and lipstick, I believe that you all have a general understanding of lipstick and lip gloss. Lipstick and lip gloss are different in texture and color, so you must choose according to your needs when choosing, so that your lips will be more sexy and your lips will look better!