Lips: Matte or Sheen?

Question

Just a fun question for the week! Was wondering whether you prefer a matte look for your lips or something that's shiny or has a bit of sheen. Does your answer change based on whether your look is for work, home, or going out?

Anonymous · Answer

Hi Victoria! I was a freelance makeup artist for years and I still start my day with makeup even before coffee! It depends; if I wear eye shadow at work I wear a sheen/simple lip color. If I have my eyebrows filled-in and no eye shadow I will wear a matte or pop of color on my lip to give me a more made-up face. It really is your preference. People will love whatever you choose as long as you own it.

Anonymous · Answer

I'm a fan of matte these days! I find that it stays on better and I prefer the look of it.

Alice Johnson · Answer

I'm IN LOVE with Matte, always have been. For some reason it looks a bit 'cleaner' to me. Maybe because I havent quite mastered the art of putting on lipstick, but matte is definitely easier for me.

Victoria Crispo · Answer

Thanks everyone! Was fun to read your responses. I love a gloss or a little bit of balm. I'll wear matte every now and then too!

Anonymous · Answer

I definitely prefer matte. I rarely wear lipstick, so I really appreciate the convenience of not having to reapply often, if at all. I also tend to like the look of matte better.

saraclosetotheearth · Answer

I think matte looks great but, I like gloss. I like my lips to feel hydrated with some shine.

Lenna · Answer

Matte.

Ciera Carpenter-Boyle · Answer

Lip balm or a very subtle shine at work or at home.
Depending on what I'm doing when I go will determine whether or not I add some color or keep it glossy or matte. I feel like I've been leaning more towards glossy though!

Cassy Lombardi · Answer

Back in the day, I used to rock some shiny lip gloss... but these days I'm all for a matte look!

Suzy Forman · Answer

Usually bold mattes but I like satin finishes too, especially in the winter when my lips are chapped! I rarely wear anything glossy even though I think it looks lovely on everyone else haha. I wear bold shades everywhere. People will ask me for a good 'work lip' color and I'm just like umm, bright red? :)

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