Who can forget those early 2000s days when a matte face and a glossy pout were the ultimate beauty look? Add a side-swept fringe and you were digi cam ready.
Fast forward to 2018, and glossy lips (and now eyelids too) are all the rage again. Newby Hands, beauty director at Net-a-Porter, told Business of Fashion that the gloss trend is all part of the appeal of looking youthful and healthy. Let's also not forget how nostalgia has played a major role in bringing back and re-imagining fashion and beauty trends since late 2016.
"From glowing complexions to shiny hair, glossy lips complete this trend that results in a healthy, radiant and hydrated look," Hands told BoF.
This is also perhaps why gloss eyeshadow is having a moment - for an overall radiant shine.
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So does this mean we've all tossed out our matte lipsticks?
Not at all.
According to BoF, lipstick is still dominating the market in terms of sales. However, lip gloss sales have skyrocketed to $2.94 billion (over R40 billion) since 2014.
It's safe to say that Instagram can attest to these stats, as we've seen some of our favourite glistening selfies and portraits there throughout 2018. Thanks, Rihanna.
These are our top picks for gloss if you want in on the trend:
Clarins Instant Light lip comfort oil, R335 at Edgars
Urban Decay Hi-Fi Shine Ultra Cushion Lip Gloss, R290 on Urban Decay online
Essence Shine Shine Shine Lip Gloss, R31 at Clicks
Beauty hack: You can totes use your lip gloss of choice on both your lips and lids.
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