Is gloss still trending in 2021?
Since the dawn of time, women have used the elements within their reach to make themselves beautiful. We think for example of Cleopatra, the famous queen of Egypt, who already wore kohl, designed with mineral powder, and lipstick made from crushed scales as pigments. Nowadays, the existing makeup range on the market is very important. Laboratories compete for ingenuity in order to offer products that are practical, ethical and effective. This is the case of the gloss that created a small revolution in the way to make up his lips in the 1990s. But is gloss still trending in 2021? To answer this question, we will review the history of this lip fluid and review the trends in mouth makeup this winter. Finally, we will give you some practical information about the gloss.
The history of gloss
The word “gloss” comes from the English term “glossy” which means “glossy”. Despite the fact that it was democratized in the late 1970s, its creation is older. It was designed in 1909 in the United States by a Polish makeup artist. Passionate about her work on many Hollywood stars of the time, she wanted to make their lips particularly beautiful and luscious under the spotlight.
By the 1970s, women were already applying lip gloss to nourish and make them shiny. However, the textures were thick and sticky and the application mode was not very practical.
The cosmetics brands then worked on the subject and new products were created. More fluid materials, fruity or sweet scents, wide choice of color: gloss becomes the new lipstick, essential in the years 1990 to 2000.
Today different types of gloss are available on the shelves of major cosmetics brands. Each brand offers its version of the product and a gloss can sometimes combine several features. These balms have the great advantage of distinguishing themselves by their ease of application while offering an exceptional rendering.
There are 4 main types of gloss so that each one finds the one that suits it:
- The classic gloss and its famous wet effect.
- The colored gloss that allows you to dress your lips in the color of your choice while giving them an incomparable shine.
- The gloss glitter that adds a shimmer to the wet effect.
- The scented gloss that not only gives your lips a luscious and shiny look, but also makes them greedy.
Winter 2021 Mouth Makeup Trends
Let’s now review the major trends in lip makeup for this winter 2020-2021. Not surprisingly, the red mouth is always in vogue, whether to go to the office or to sublimate a sober evening outfit.
Since Coco Chanel imposed it after the First World War, red lipstick is still popular with women around the world. As the basis of a chic and sophisticated look, its application must still respect a few rules.
It must be applied to a smooth, perfectly hydrated mouth and will not support any burr. Feel free to draw the contour of your mouth using a lip pencil or a brush for a long-lasting effect. In addition, you should avoid overloading your eyelids with dark eye shadow or liner when you want to wear real red.
As Cosmopolitan Women’s Magazine, the gloss has made a big comeback in our makeup kits since 2015. After having been neglected by consumers since the 2000s, new concepts have been created that have allowed the gloss to regain the place it deserves among our cosmetics. So we can answer yes! The gloss is still trending in 2021.
More than ever, big brands are working hard to give us pleasant velvet textures that will boost the volume of our lips. The models of the haute couture houses Dior and Fendi wear the gloss, nude or colored, in the shows. Stars also choose glamour by enhancing their mouth with gloss and the results are striking on the red carpet.
Dark shades, such as purple or burgundy, are also part of this winter’s big makeup trends. You have the choice in the finish: matte, lacquered, shiny or metallic to choose from! Gloss, pencils or lipsticks, all products are combinable. You can even test the gradient of two colors: apply the lighter one on the center of the lip, and the darker one on the contour for a guaranteed 3D effect.
Some practical information about gloss
The great strength of gloss is its ease of application. Even if the greatest female figures of this world wear it, no need to call on a professional makeup artist to use it well.
Adapted to each profile, and especially those of us who use little makeup, you will not be able to do without some basic gestures. Before applying the gloss, your lips should be smooth and nourished. We recommend that you use a daily moisturizing balm.
When it comes to which shade to choose, be aware that gloss comes in a multitude of colors, from transparent to natural gloss, to the brightest shades. As for lipstick, it will be a matter of matching its gloss to its complexion and complexion.
Clear skin will choose natural hues such as beige, coral or rosé, while matte skin can opt for darker gloss or stronger colours. Finally, know that the prices are extremely varied. You will undoubtedly find the product that suits you at an accessible rate.
As we just saw, gloss is still trending in 2021. It is even one of the essential products to possess in his Vanity beauty. Easy to apply, nourishing and fragrant, it pleases young girls as well as mature women. Today, full of moisturizing ingredients and natural vitamins, it also responds to the ethical and ecological issues facing French women. Thanks to the work of the laboratories, its place is assured for the coming years.
