Matte lip gloss is not shiny, but it comes in a variety of colors.
Matte lip gloss is a makeup product that gives the lips a color like a lip gloss, without the shine that lip gloss products usually cause. For some users, the name “matte lip gloss” can be confusing because lip gloss is often intended to add shine to the lips, which makes it seem counterintuitive that a lip gloss can provide matte color. However, the product is similar in texture and application to lip gloss, which is what earned it the name even though it is not actually a gloss. Other matte lip products include matte lipstick, matte lip cream, and matte lipstick.
Many people use a protective layer of lip balm or moisturizer, even when using some of the matte lip glosses that claim to be moisturizing or non-drying.
Just like regular lip gloss, matte lip gloss comes in a variety of shades and colors. Unlike regular lip gloss, however, the matte variety doesn’t need to stay sticky or wet to maintain a glossy look, and typically dries to a matte finish within minutes of application. For users who don’t like the sticky feel of a regular lip gloss, the feel of a matte lip gloss can be a welcome change. This also often means that matte lip glosses tend to stay on longer and are more resistant to smudging and smearing than regular lip glosses. They are also less likely to leave color or residue on glasses, cutlery and napkins.
Matte lipstick tends to dry out the lips.
Some users warn that depending on the brand, some matte lip products, including lip gloss, can have a drying effect on the lips, which can lead to flaking or flaking. Many brands of matte lip gloss advertise themselves as moisturizers, and for many users, this is a major selling point. Other users are content to put on a lip balm or similar product before applying matte lip color to help neutralize some of the drying effect. Many people use a protective layer of lip balm or moisturizer, even when using some of the matte lip glosses that claim to be moisturizing or non-drying.
A common complaint among matte lip gloss users is the tendency for the gloss to come off in patches after prolonged use. Another problem that users have is that when the gloss dries to its matte finish, it clings to the lines and creases of the lips and can look creased or cracked after a while. Using a lip balm, moisturizer, or other lip preparation before applying gloss has helped some people avoid these problems.