A smackingly-good selection

If there’s one category of beauty products I’m completely and utterly obsessed with, it’s lip products. From lip stains and oils, to liners, lipsticks and glosses – I’m that girl who has at least five different options floating around in every handbag. I love trying new launches, testing formulas, and mixing and matching shades, but no matter how many new products I try, there are always a few I keep coming back to.

So today, I’m sharing my current top 5 lip products – the ones I genuinely use every single day, and that never leave my bag.

Wonderskin Lip Stain

This little miracle product has completely changed my lip routine. It’s quick, it’s efficient, and it gives me that perfect lip contour that lasts all day – seriously, all day. The way it works is pretty cool too: at first, the product leaves a bit of a scary blue stain on your lips (don’t panic!), but after a couple of minutes you just wipe it off with a tissue and what’s left behind is a gorgeous, long-lasting tint.

I love layering it with a lip liner and a bit of lipstick or gloss – it makes my lips look so defined and fresh without needing to reapply a hundred times. Plus, the shade range is amazing. There’s something for everyone.

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Prada Monochrome Soft Matte Lipstick

Ohhh, where do I begin? This is the lipstick I’m currently obsessed with. I have it in a shade Nudo that is basically my lips but better, and I honestly wear it every single day. It’s in all my bags.

The texture is silky smooth, never drying, and it wears beautifully throughout the day. I love how luxe the packaging feels – very Prada, very chic – and it pairs perfectly with everything, whether I’m going for a natural daytime look or something a bit more glam.

Pat McGrath Lip Gloss

This gloss has been in my collection for years, and I still reach for it all the time. It’s got that high-shine finish without feeling sticky, which is honestly a miracle in itself.

The colour payoff is amazing, the formula is super comfortable, and it makes my lips look juicy and plump in the best way possible. A staple I’ll never stop loving.

Buxom Plumping Lip Gloss

If you love that glossy, voluminous look, this one’s a winner. The colour is rich and full, and the shine is just next level. I love the tingling sensation it gives – it actually makes your lips feel like they’ve had a little plumping treatment.

It’s perfect for both wearing alone or on top of a lipstick when I want to add that final pop.

Valentino Spike Lipstick

Last but not least – my newest obsession: the Valentino Spike Lipstick. This is one of the latest additions to the Valentino beauty collection, and trust me, it’s an absolute standout. The formula is rich and creamy, with intense pigment that glides on effortlessly and stays put. It’s bold, luxurious, and gives that elevated, polished look with zero effort.

And let’s not ignore the packaging – it’s sharp, elegant, and so Valentino. This lipstick makes me feel instantly confident and ready to take on the day, whether I’m headed to a meeting or just grabbing coffee in style.