Make-up masterclass: Update your look with the latest high-impact lipglosses

THE HUE FOR YOU

Apricots, pinks and corals are great for warming pale skin. I love my Air Kiss Lipgloss in Poser  and By Terry Gloss Delectation in Cherry Cherry.

Rose, berry and deep burgundy work well on medium skin. Fake Bake Lip Gloss in Undercover Babe, a dusky rose, and Chanel Lèvres Scintillantes in Cosmos , a warm berry, both make a sexy, flirty impact.

Deep plum, brown and red  look fabulous on dark skin. Rouge Dior Crème De Gloss in Plum Elixir and Lipstick Queen Big Bang Illusion Gloss in Energy, a bright cherry red, really make your pout pop.

Chanel Lèvres Scintillantes in Cosmos

Lipstick Queen Big Bang Illusion Gloss in Energy

By Terry Gloss Delectation in Cherry Cherry

GET IT ON

• I think sponge applicators work better than brushes, which load too much gloss on to your lips, making them look gloopy and artificial.
  
• Tone down any redness around your mouth with a dab of foundation – this will also create a more defined line between your lipgloss and your skin. Pat a small blob of foundation on to your lips as a base, to make the colour of your gloss really stand out.
  
• Define your cupid’s bow and just under the centre of your lower lip with a neutral pencil. This also helps to make your mouth look fuller. Try Mac Lip Pencil in Spice.
  
• Apply gloss to just the centres of your top and bottom lips, then rub them together to spread it evenly – an overly thick finish will look too done and can feather at the edges.

MY SECRET

Avoid glosses that are too dark as they can be ageing – especially harsh reds and dark chocolate browns. If your gloss tends to feather at the edges of your lips, choose a sheer, glossy lipstick instead. Try L’Oréal Color Riche Shine Gelée.