Everybody loves a nude lippie, a rosy pink or sheer beige that’s the ballet flat of makeup – it goes with everything and can take you everywhere. But makeup should be about fun and experimentation too – and who doesn’t want to rock a pair of killer heels once in a while?
KOSÉ ESPRIQUE Bright Lasting Rouge lipstick ($39) now comes in three Southeast Asia exclusive shades with the theme Forbidden Fruit. OR290 is a blood orange hue. RD490 is deep cherry red, and PK890 is sweet strawberry. All are designed to make you stand out in the best possible way.
There’s no need to worry about the colour fading before the night has even begun. The formulation has a pigment-packed gel ingredient that coats the lips for long-lasting colour, and acts like a concealer to neutralise any dull tones in your natural hue. It also contains hydrating serum, plus hyaluronic acid that captures water from the air for a gloss effect, and it delivers all this in a single stroke. Unlike many long-last lippies, which tend to be heavy, it has a feather-light texture. In addition to the three Southeast Asia exclusive, it comes in 12 hues, including your trusty neutrals, so you have a complete lipstick wardrobe.
If you’re after an even glossier finish, the brand also has Rouge Stay Magic (Essence Liquid) ($30), which now comes in six new shades for a total of 20. This liquid lippie has ingredients to prevent colour transfer. The rich texture makes it feel like you’ve just applied lip balm, preventing chapping, and you get all this without stickiness or heaviness. The applicator is shaped to ‘iron out’ vertical lines and creases in your lips as you apply colour.