As we age, our lips lose their fullness, and start to look a little wrinkled. If you have noticed that your lipstick won’t stay put, and the lines around your mouth make you look like you’re sucking on a piece of lemon, it’s time to take action. Here are some lip enhancers that really work, and won’t break the bank.
CITY Cosmetics Collagen Lip Plumping Treatment, SIN City – Average Street Price: $29
City Lips from CITY Cosmetics uses Oligopeptide technology & Celadrol™ to create dramatic results. This product is a great buy if you are already noticing a lot of damage to your lips and want to see results quickly. According to their chemistry department, women see, on average, a difference of 3mm, so you won’t look like a startled chimpanzee, but your lips will look younger and fuller.
DERMAdoctor POUTlandish Hyper Moisturizing Lip Treatment SPF 15 with Nanotechnology, Clear – Average Street Price: $26
This product features SPF 15, which will help limit further damage to your lips. The clear color means you can use it over your existing lipstick, or by itself for a subtle effect. It is recommended to re-apply every two hours if you are going to be out in the sun. While it may not provide startling results, this is a great product for everyday use that will help your lips look less dry and provide extra protection from the sun. This is great for women with low to moderate aging of the lips.
Elemis Lip Rescue – Average Street Price: $23
This is a great product if you are allergic to petroleum, or prefer to use non-oil based glosses. It is plant based, featuring White Bees Wax, Mediterranean Olive Oil Wax and Cocoa Butter and offers a three-stage strategy to help fix, maintain and prevent future damage. This can also be used every day and includes several plant-based treatments for chapped lips. This is a great product to use in winter, or if your lips are frequently dry or damaged.
Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Plump Perfect Lip Moisture Cream SPF30 – Average Street Price: $27.50
This is another great product if you are already noticing a lot of damage on your lips. It combines Maxi-Lip with Argireline, to fix limp lips and deep lines. A rating SPF 30 is great to see, and you won’t need to apply this product as often as other lip protectors, making it a better value. One of the best features is that it helps increase your body’s own natural defenses to create a barrier against future damage.
Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Lip Protectant Stick – Average Street Price: $15
If the above treatment is a little out of your price range, you can still take advantage of the benefits of using Arden without the expense. This handy stick will easily fit within a purse and provides SPF 15 coverage. It is promoted as being an all-weather product, which makes it ideal for active women, or women who are looking to prevent damage to their lips.
Freeze 24/7 LipPlumper & Gloss, Clear – Average Street Price: $40
This is an interesting product that works by increasing the amount of circulation in your lips. It is said to work within minutes, providing dramatic results over a short period of time. This is a great product to use if you have had problems with irritation or stinging with other lip-plumpers. It is made for both mature women and younger women, providing results that will last all day.
GoSMILE Smileceuticals Balm – Average Street Price: $18
This lip product was made by a dentist, and offers a unique approach by combining retinol with shea butter, for a one-two punch. The retinol helps reduce the signs of aging, while the shea butter provides a great moisturizing barrier from future damage. If your lips are extremely dry, this product also contains Vitamin E and chamomile for a quick fix. However, with its vanilla flavor and retinol, allergy sufferers or those with sensitive skin may want to try something else.
Reference:
- The American Board of Plastic Surgery www.abplsurg.org/
