Melanie Morris on products that can help you achieve full lips without the trout pout effect
LIP SAVERS
Estée Lauder Pure Pops, €18 from counters countrywide. Newly-launched in a myriad of glittery, fruity shades. The gloss glides on and gives boiled-sweet tinted lips.
Guinot Vital Lip Care, €41.50. For stockists call 0818-719303. A soothing base lotion that keeps fine lines at bay while also plumping and boosting moisture levels.
YSL lip and nail balm, €18 from counters countrywide. One product, two uses. Makes lips soft and nourishes nails.
Too Faced Lip Injection, €16 from Roches. Said to plump lips by 20 per cent for up to four hours. The number one best-seller on www.sephora.com. Now for sale in the Republic.
Lancôme Sweet Balm, €16.50 from counters countrywide. Two flavours - Lait de Coco or Fraise - in a softening, matte balm. A summer hit that is practical as well as pretty.
Bobbi Brown Pot Rouge for Lips and Cheeks, €26 from Brown Thomas. A cream formula in natural shades that are versatile, practical and flattering.
Urban Decay XXX Slick Set, €25 from Roches. Set of three very glossy, sweet-tasting pots with good colour density.
Shu Uemura lip shimmer in Strawberry Compote, €20 from Nue Blue Eriu. A favourite for subtle shine and a complexion-enhancing shade.
Fresh Gloss Absolute, €22 from www.fresh.com. Zesty, citrus flavour balm that plumps, soothes and adds colour.
Crème de la Mer Lip Balm, €58 from Brown Thomas. A soothing balm that helps lipstick and liner glide on, while protecting and promoting softness.
Pout Plump, €24 from Brown Thomas. This clear, minty gloss boosts lip volume while adding vinyl shine.
Dior Kisses, €44.50 from counters countrywide. The limited-edition star product for spring. Three little tubes.