The monsoon season casts a spell of magic. The rain-kissed outdoors call for long drives, weekend getaways and indulging in the comforting embrace of warm brews. However, while being outdoors may seem like a plan, humidity and ultra stickiness evokes a sense of uneasiness. While skincare takes the spotlight, lipcare often goes for a toss. We forget to stay hydrated in monsoons leading to dry and chapped lips. The moisture imbalance caused by the constant switch between dampness and dryness can strip the lips of their natural shine, colour and moisture bringing in dullness and chapping. This monsoon, we curate a list of luxurious lip care essentials. From exquisite lip oils, overnight leave-on masks, and exfoliating scrubs to long-lasting lip colours and balms, they nourish, soften and bring back natural sheen of the lips.
Stunna Lip Paint Longwear Fluid Lip Color
A lip paint that’s here to stay and does not smudge, fade or wear off in the rainy days is a steal deal. As Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty debuts with a luxe beauty range this month, its The Stunna Lip Paint is one to splurge on. It offers striking colour in shades of nude and pink and effortless long wear so you can enjoy the rains without constant touch ups. Its three flattering shades picked by Rihanna herself, suit various skin tones and provide a velvety, matte and natural finish.
Available On: Sephora
Price: ₹3,025
Addict Lip Glow Lip Balm
Natural lips are all the rage with divas like Alia Bhatt, Priyanka Chopra, Angelina Jolie, and Megan Fox sporting it on red carpet events. Check out Dior’s first lip balm that claims to be formulated with 97% natural-origin ingredients that accentuates the natural colour of the lips and keeps them hydrated for 24 hours. Its blend of cherry oil, sunflower wax, and shea butter nourishes, smoothens and adds a suppleness to lips to perk up your pout for picture perfect frames in the rain.
Available On: Sephora
Price: ₹4,100
25* Goldie Red, Rouge De Beauté Brillant lip colour
On a dreary rainy day, don’t let the wet weather dampen your spirit. Try out bold lip colours that let your lips do the talking. Gucci Beauty’s Rouge De Beauté Brilliant lip colour comes in 14 vibrant shades ranging from hot pinks, and bright reds to coral and brown. Its silky texture increases the lips’ natural allure, and adds a deep colour that claims to stay on for 4+ hours. Moreover, it’s encased in a vintage-inspired case as a timeless piece of luxury.
Available On: Gucci Beauty
Price: ₹4,349
Soft Pinch Tinted Lip Oil Mini
One of the primary monsoon myths is that one does not need enough hydration in damp weather. However, the moisture in the air may cause fluid loss and sweating. Lip oils come to the rescue as they provide lustre, hydration, and fuller and healthier lips. Try out Rare Beauty’s Soft Pinch Tinted Lip Oil Mini that melts on contact with its feather-light finish. It provides just the right amount of tint, luminous shine and comes in five versatile shades ranging from pinks, nudes to browns.
Available On: Rare Beauty
Price: ₹2,800
Pure Colour Envy Smoothing Sugar Scrub
Exfoliation isn’t just for the skin. It’s a beauty ritual for lips too to get rid of the dead skin in the uncertain weather. Get a silky-smooth, flawlessly soft pout with Estée Lauder’s expertly crafted lip scrub, designed to exfoliate with the care of a luxurious facial treatment tailored for lips. Its precision applicator allows for a smooth massage as fine sugar crystals buff away dryness and flakes, leaving refined and smooth lips.
Available On: Sephora
Price: ₹3,000
Ilia Lip Wrap Overnight Mask
Monsoon is as chaotic as it’s poetic. But if you prefer your days fuss-free and low maintenance on lip care, an overnight leave on mask is a choicest pick for the season. Ilia’s Lip Wrap Overnight Mask comes with a dual-action formula of moisturising lips while also giving it a fruit punch with the goodness of Papaya enzymes. So sleep like a baby as the fruit wrap envelops your lips with luxe hydration.
Available On: Sephora
Price: ₹2,263
