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hapgran Tue 12-Nov-19 12:56:09

Can anyone recommend a lipstick for the 'older' woman? I want one that is bright and glossy but doesn't show the lines in my lips. I have recently started using a lip liner which has helped but need the right lipstick to go on top!

Eloethan Thu 21-Nov-19 00:29:39

annodomini Thanks for the info.

annodomini Wed 20-Nov-19 17:30:34

Eloethan, there are lots of cruelty-free brands.
www.google.com/search?q=cruelty-free+makeup+brands&rlz=1CATTSD_enGB862&oq=cruelty-free+&aqs=chrome.4.69i57j0l5.8436j1j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8

I like Liz Earle's products but still haven't found a lipstick that doesn't disappear within an hour.

pengwen Wed 20-Nov-19 16:55:24

I am reading this article just after the makeup on trains post! Are we having a makeup day !

Nansnet Fri 15-Nov-19 05:58:33

whywhywhy ... glad that I've found it, but peeved that my shade is almost double the cost of all the others! Oh well, it'll still be more cost effective that wasting money on 50 lipsticks of the wrong shade!blush

Nansnet Fri 15-Nov-19 05:46:35

whywhywhy ... you have made me one happy Gransnetter!! It took me years to find the colour/product that I loved (Revlon Colorstay Lipstick), then it was discontinued! I've since spent a fortune on lipsticks from the cheapest, to ridiculously expensive, and I'm now the owner of about 50 lipsticks of the wrong shade! I've just been onto your link, and yes .. Amazon have my old Revlon Colorstay Lipstick!! I'm going to order the whole stock!!grin

HannahLoisLuke Thu 14-Nov-19 23:08:05

There's a product called Miracle Blur by Trinny of London that's a lip primer come filler for lip lines that works well at smoothing your lips and the area around them before applying lipstick.
She's on YouTube demonstrating it.
It is pricey but lasts a long time.

whywhywhy Thu 14-Nov-19 12:01:28

I have tried for years to find the right lipstick and finally found a one a couple of years ago. Guess what? It has been discontinued! So I bought a supply from Amazon. www.amazon.co.uk/Revlon-Colorstay-Ultimate-Lipstick-Number/dp/B00MDH1V1A/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=boho+chic+lipstick&tag=gransnetforum-21&qid=1573732777&sr=8-1

marpau Thu 14-Nov-19 11:58:28

A touch of lipcote on top really helps

Tangerine Wed 13-Nov-19 22:06:21

Max Factor Lipfinity. It really does stay on.

Eloethan Wed 13-Nov-19 21:59:08

Which cosmetic brands are cruelty-free please?

Oz10 Wed 13-Nov-19 21:32:34

I go for cruelty free in all make up before I choose colours x

Merryweather Wed 13-Nov-19 21:28:36

I prefer clinique, loreal or lancome. But agree try a few at a variety of the makeup counters in Debenhams or Boots, normally you'll get a few samples to try at home if you're still undecided to try for a few days in various lighting with various outfits.
Have fun shopping x

hapgran Wed 13-Nov-19 19:31:01

Wow! Thank you everyone. Some great recommendations. I am spoilt for choice!

Harris27 Wed 13-Nov-19 19:24:52

I like Avon lipsticks as well. Prefer pink to red try twinkle pink I love it.

RomyP Wed 13-Nov-19 19:23:23

I like Bobby Brown products, is from same family of products as Estée Lauder and Clinique. I got a really nice item "Pot Rouge for Lips and Cheeks" in Pale Pink, looks brighter in tub than does on skin, bit expensive but the finish is lovely. Some of the younger looking brands are definitely worth a try.

minxie Wed 13-Nov-19 19:21:20

Fill in your lip liner as well with liner and it gives great staying power

rafichagran Wed 13-Nov-19 18:58:17

Max Factor lipfinity for me also.

4allweknow Wed 13-Nov-19 17:54:56

Try Bobby Brown counter and they don't cost the earth. Usually get good advice and selection of type and colour for the seasons.

Yogagran70 Wed 13-Nov-19 16:48:14

Maybelline superstay lipstick, the BEST

Yogagran70 Wed 13-Nov-19 16:43:52

YouTube twominutetips. Sharon Danley beauty

annodomini Wed 13-Nov-19 16:39:45

I tried Lipfinity and in no time at all, my lips came up in blisters and I had to get it off as quickly as possible. Just my bad luck.

phoenix Wed 13-Nov-19 16:38:51

Saxifrage & Auntieflo Lipfinity really does stay put, to the extent that I had to use make up remover to get it off!

However it was the only one I would use when I had a "proper" job, had it in about 4 different colours. Would wear it when going to client meetings, didn't bother if it was just an office day!

Also found it rather drying?

Auntieflo Wed 13-Nov-19 16:24:47

Another ? for Max Factor Lipfinity. I only found it fairly recently, and it has been very good.
But, can you get the clear, gloss, 'top coat' separately? or do you have to buy another duo?
Schnackie, is your cinnamon colour, actually called cinnamon?
I used to use a Barbara Daly one, from Tesco, called Mocha, that I really loved

aonk Wed 13-Nov-19 16:13:02

Yes I agree about the Max Factor Lipfinity. A very good product. I have this in 3 shades which cover all eventualities! Sometimes I layer 2 of them to tone down the colour a bit

Namsnanny Wed 13-Nov-19 15:52:20

I need one that my hairy lip doesn’t stick too as well as doesn’t bleed!!!
TMI !! probably expecting just a little too much, no?