You are not alone: sooner or later, we all notice how our lips lose volume. Their size has decreased, they are cracked and do not respond as before to the benefits of moisturizing balms. Among other factors for which we are responsible (do you still go outside without specific sunscreen?), this is due to the decreased natural production of hyaluronic acid of our body which, as occurs with other areas of the face, also affects the tone of the oral muscles, enhancing the image of thinner and worn lips. Sometimes they even seem poorly cared for due to the depth of the cracks that are enhanced, of course, with low temperatures.
To tackle it, we know that aesthetic medicine is one of the solutions; In fact, hyaluronic acid injections are becoming more and more fashionable to hydrate from within and recover the original volume of our lips without having to increase their appearance. But not all of us want or can follow that path, so what to look for cosmetics with good value for money becomes the first of our choices. From scrubs to remove the first layer of dry or dead skin to hydrating and moisturizing balms (preferably with natural formulations) that restore life and juicy appearance.
Also with regard to makeup, we usually look for formulas that enhance the thickness of the lips, from lip liner to generate that fleshy sensation that only a refined technique like Sara Carbonero’s to permanent lipsticks that maintain their shape for as long as possible. Although, if there is one that we love above all things, we must talk about volumizers: those gloss with a spicy effect that activates our lips in a matter of minutes for instant results. One of the favorites? Nyx’s transparent formula, Filler Instinct, which has close to 14,000 reviews on Amazon… and costs less than 14 euros!
The first thing you will notice when applying the Nyx volumizer is the characteristic itching of these cosmetics and that, on this occasion, is caused by its (no longer so) secret ingredient Vanillyl Butyl Ether: a component that provides a tingling sensation as a result of the stimulation of the blood supply that, in definite accounts, is what manages to give volume to your lips. Thus, and in a single pass, we can enhance the thickness of our lips, but also their shine. Thanks to the emollients it contains, it reflects light to provide a soft, ultra-shiny and sublime appearance. And yes, it is a universal formula, so it flatters all skin tones and undertones.
But not only its formula is the key to justified success, the applicator has also been designed to enhance the volume of the mouth: the final sponge is slightly curved so that the brush can adapt to all shapes with precision to Outline the lip well and leave behind a thin, smooth and shiny layer.
The best lip plumpers
The iconic pumping lip gloss, by Krash Kosmetics. Available in four shades and extra spicy for full and outlined lips.
Silk balm Spicy by Huda Beauty. Moisturizing and ultra-sensory with Szechuan pepper to plump them instantly, intense thermal agents and hyaluronic filling spheres.
Lip augmentation balm, from Hi Antiage. With a pleasant strawberry flavor and with the capacity to hydrate, strengthen and increase the thickness of the lips thanks to hyaluronic acid.
Dior addict lip maximizer. Available in more than 15 shades, with effect gloss and a moisturizing formula of natural ingredients.
Hemp&Mint glow lip balm, by Catrice. In lipstick format, it is formulated with hemp and mint to offer a soft tingle. Its pigments are activated by the ph of the skin to offer a personalized tone.
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