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I was looking for a lipstick a few minutes ago (the number of lipsticks I have is really disturbing), and came across TheBalm Plump Your Pucker Tinted Gloss in “Spike My Punch”. I got this particular shade when they first released it some time ago.

WHAT IT IS

As the name implies, the Plump your Pucker tinted gloss line is a plumping gloss, and does a great job. It contains Maxilip, which is a collagen booster. The claim is that if used for 30 days, you will see a difference in the overall volume of your lips – and you do.

THE EXPERIENCE

There is a nice range of colors, many of which I have used, but Spike My Punch is my favorite. It’s a delicate, sheer red – I have difficulty finding a red gloss that looks good on me, but this is a fruit-punch red that is perfect. And even better, it smells and tastes just like Hawaiian fruit punch. Without the calories. 🙂

THE RESULT

On the whole, between the plumping, the color, and the consistency, Plump your Pucker gives your lips a younger, delicate look. It layers well over lipstick as well.

WHERE TO FIND IT

Find it at Sephora

I’m perpetually surprised that bright pinks like this Stila Convertible Color For Lips And Cheeks in Fuchsia look so delicate and flattering – it’s that “your lips but better” look that is barely noticeable as makeup but your face looks fresh and bright.

Despite how intense it looks in the pot, it goes on light and isn’t sticky – I love using it on cheeks as well. And as far as 2 in 1 cream color pots go, Stila makes a great convertible color – works as well for cheeks as is does for lips.

For just a slight amount of color, pat it into your lips with your finger. For more substantial coverage and color, use a lip brush to apply.