Gems for your lips

Lipsticks, tints, balms, and glosses – lip care is an essential part of my daily routine. I’m a visual person — you can sell me anything as long as it looks beautiful and expensive. That’s why my makeup bag is filled with products boasting the most Instagram-worthy packaging. I’ve never been ashamed of this and am happy to share my favorites with you.

• YSL - Loveshine 06 Candy Glaze - A balm-lipstick with a glossy, glass-like finish. Its melting texture glides on the lips, delivering a deep “cherry cola” shade, which is all the rage right now. I use it not only on my lips for a kissable effect but also blend it out as a blush. A versatile little warrior for your tiny handbag.

• Prada - U001 Astral Pink - That case—have you seen that case? It’s a work of art. The balm itself is a cool blue but transforms into a cool pink on your lips or skin due to the pH reaction. Another universal gem: perfect for lips and as a blush. Love it!

• Rhode - Raspberry Jelly - I bought it for the photos (Hailey’s marketing team really knows their stuff), but I’ve fallen in love with it wholeheartedly. The texture is rich but not sticky, and even if your lips are severely dehydrated, it’s a lifesaver. As for the color—well, you can see for yourself.

• Chanel - Boy 54 - A classic. Glossy finish, coffee-nude shade with a subtle shimmer—I love the wet-lip effect. The sleek black case is iconic and instantly recognizable. I repurchase it as soon as I run out.

• Chanel - Inattendu 199 - Satin finish with excellent pigment payoff. I love wearing it thick for an evening look or lightly dabbing it on during the day for a “just had hot chocolate” vibe. If you top it with a clear gloss, you instantly become the ultimate ‘Cinnamon Girl’ from Instagram.

• Haus Labs - Praline - A luxurious mirror-like finish in a rich chocolate shade. But beware—it tends to bleed. To fix this, I line my lips with Make Up For Ever 608 Limitless Brown, blend the edges with a brush or a cotton swab, apply the gloss, and fall in love with the result.

• Pat McGrath Labs - Peach Perversion - A peachy shade with fine shimmer that hydrates the lips and makes them appear fuller. It’s not sticky and smells like caramel. I prefer wearing it in the summer, applied thinly for a subtle effect.