Max Factor Colour Elixir Lip Cushion Gloss with Mineral Oil and Vitamin E, Nude Glory, 9 ml

I have shied away from gloss as I have become older. I couldn’t be bothered with the stickiness or the 5 second longevity. However, recently I’ve been researching a lot of makeup products. I’m 51 and my skin is changing rapidly due to oestrogen-blocking medication. I’m looking for some glow. This gloss is great. It gives a natural colour with enough light reflecting properties to lift without looking too much. It gives a subtle accent and lasts through a couple of hot drinks.I was surprised to find that when I reached for my staple NARS satin lipstick, it was suddenly looking too matt. I actually put this over the top of it to lift my look. It’s not the product to apply without a mirror as it can be messy but I really like it. I bought a Max Factor liquid blush at the same time and I’m very happy with the effect they give when worn together.

I have quite sensitive lips and find many balms, oils, lipsticks and even some chapsticks can make my lips dry out. Over the years I have tried many to ensure I know what is ok and what’s not. I basically normally only buy Burts Bees pomegranate lip balm and Clarins Instant Light lip balm in various colours, but not the matte ones as they are not good for me. I saw this and thought it looked similar to Clarins and for the price point it was worth trying.First impressions are the tube is nearly identical as is the applicator, good start. It is a very thick balm in comparison to Clarins and therefore somewhat difficult to squeeze out of the tube and suddenly appears like a little worm, rather than oozing out. Once you have got some to the top of the applicator it goes on very smoothly, the colour is great and exactly as I wanted. Despite the thickness of the balm, it is no more sticky than Clarins and more importantly has not dried my lips out and have no adverse reactions to it.The design of the tube makes it look like a top quality products like Clarins, but for less than a quarter of the price. If I’m being totally honest, I would still prefer Clarins for consistency and quality, but this is a very close second and so much better value than paying for the premium brands.In conclusion, if you need a new lip balm and are fed up with paying premium prices then I would highly recommend trying this. Great value, good packaging and so much easier to apply than a brush and a wide choice of colours.

Nice product gloss

Darker than I thought but is good purchase. really smooth and makes your lips so soft. I love it. Not lasting long, but is a really good product. Is thick so you don't need to use much of the product for coverage. Easy to apply.

Lovely colour but tube seems like a horrible idea as very hard to squeeze out, particularly as it seemed to only be half filled! Colour doesn’t really last very long without touching up. On the plus side is not sticky. Wouldn’t bother buying again.

Product received half full despite having been sealed. Love the colour and the product but would like tonhave received a full one especially as the lip gloss is really hard to use on accountnof ots being half full

A very pretty color and a natural shine , the skin looks juicy

Is soooooo nice no sticky and keep lips hydrate!!!!!