Many girls’ first cosmetics is lipstick. With more and more kinds of lipstick, people have more and more choices. But do you know anything about lipstick? Do you know the difference between different textures of lipstick?
We will look at the different lipstick textures and learn how to choose the right lipstick.
General classification of texture: matte, glaze, shimmer, satin, luster, creamy.
Ingredients of Lipstick
The primary raw materials of lipstick include colorants, fillers, waxes, oils, pearlescent agents, flavors, and preservatives. For lipstick with different textures, the ratio of raw materials will also be different.
Oil is to make the pigment dissolve evenly and smooth. Generally, grease content is higher, and lipstick is moister. The oil ratio of glaze lipstick and creamy lipstick is higher than matte lipstick. Matte lipstick is added with more volatile silicone oil. After siloxane is volatilized on lips, it presents a matte makeup.
Wax is to make liquid lipstick material solidified into a particular shape and not easy to melt under high temperatures.
The humectant is to moisturize lipstick and prevent lips from drying and peeling when used for a long time.
Colorants include organic pigments, inorganic pigments, and iridescent particles. It is the primary raw material that affects the color of lipstick. Matte lipstick contains a lot of pigment, so it has a full hue and high chroma—pearlescent lipstick with iridescent powder.
Essence is to cover up the smell of wax grease and give off a fresh and elegant fragrance. The dosage is usually no more than 4%.
Advantages and disadvantages of lipstick of various textures
Matte lipstick has high chroma, full color, and good durability, making it suitable for formal occasions. It is imposing with mature makeup. About the disadvantage, it makes lip wrinkles more apparent if the condition of the lips is not good.
Glaze lipstick has a glossy moisturizing finish. Suitable for those with lighter lips. Its covering power and durability are limited.
Shimmer lipstick is glossy with a small flash, has general covering power and durability, and is easy to fade.
Satin lipstick has a high-grade texture and emits the same luster as silk. It tends to be matte but shiny. It is not so dry as matte and is not easy to fade. Its durability is second only to matte. It is suitable for formal occasions, such as interviews, banquets, etc.
Lustre lipstick is suitable for people with light makeup or without makeup. It is natural and attractive. It suits people with poor lip condition and is easy to use skin and lip lines. It has disadvantages such as low persistence and weak concealer.
Cream lipstick is relatively moist with a slight luster on the mouth. It has no obvious shortcomings. It is an almost perfect texture and is popular in daily use.