Trendy and glossy lipsticks that are trending on XiaoHongShu
For a sumptuous, high-shine, kissable pout
By Arissa Ha and Letty Seah -
In case you’ve been living under a rock, XiaoHongShu (小红书) is the latest go-to source for all things trending when it comes to beauty. High on its list of makeup trends is glossy lips, the pigmented high-shine lipsticks that help your pout look deliciously lush and plump.
Here, we’ve curated a list of lippies that give a hydrating wash of gleaming colour while plumping out that pout for a perfect score on all fronts.
This glow-inducing formula is infused with hyaluronic acid and pomegranate to create a fuller pout. A single swipe imparts a subtle stain, but you can layer it on for a bolder, more vivid hue.
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Suited for those with sensitive skin, this high-shine lippy from Bobbi Brown is free from irritants such as parabens and sulphites. Instead, you’ll find a formula packed with nourishing ingredients such as antioxidant-rich vitamin E and hydrating hyaluronic acid.
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Although its launch in July 2021 was quiet, this lipstick went viral on XiaoHongShu and was known as the 水样子弹头 (or the watery bullet), referring to the watery and glossy texture of this lipstick. The shades Posh Pit, PDA, and Business Casual are the most popular according to local M.A.C sales staff and even went out of stock at one point. Warm, flattering shades of brick, terracotta, and nudes make the Lustreglass Sheer-Shine Lipstick an easy pick if you want to hop onto this trend.
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A lipstick that also nourishes. Charlotte Tilbury’s Hyaluronic Happikiss includes hyaluronic acid and peptides in its formula to plump up the pout and hydrate lips for up to 24 hours. The shades go from sheer nudes to sultry plums but our favourite would have to be Happipeach, a very flattering warm, peachy tone that helps you look more put together instantly.
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Intense and long-wearing, Chanel’s Rouge Coco Bloom has a patented formula that delivers long-lasting shine. Ultra-adhesive, film-forming agent helps pigments stay in place for vivid colours that stay for up to eight hours. Upon application, glossy oils settle on the surface of the lips to create a high-shine look that plumps and hydrates.
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